Ba222 06 en Tapcon240

Voltage regulator TAPCON® 240
Operating instructions 222/06

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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
1 Introduction ................................................................................ 21
1.1 Manufacturer ........................................................................................... 21
1.2 Subject to change without notice ............................................................ 21
1.3 Completeness ......................................................................................... 22
1.4 Supporting documents ............................................................................ 22
1.5 Safekeeping ............................................................................................ 22
1.6 Notation conventions .............................................................................. 22

1.6.1 Abbreviations used ............................................................................................. 23
1.6.2 Hazard communication system ........................................................................... 24
1.6.3 Information system.............................................................................................. 25
2 Safety .......................................................................................... 27
2.1 General safety information ...................................................................... 27
2.2 Appropriate use ....................................................................................... 27
2.3 Inappropriate use .................................................................................... 28
2.4 Personnel qualification ............................................................................ 28
2.5 Operator duty of care .............................................................................. 29
3 Product description ................................................................... 31
3.1 Features .................................................................................................. 33
3.2 Operating modes .................................................................................... 34
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3.3 Scope of delivery .................................................................................... 34
3.4 Hardware description.............................................................................. 35

3.4.1 Internal design .................................................................................................... 36
3.4.2 Interfaces ............................................................................................................ 36
3.5 Operation and indicator elements ........................................................... 38

3.5.1 Operating concept .............................................................................................. 39
3.5.2 Description of the display ................................................................................... 40
3.5.3 Description of key functions ................................................................................ 42
3.5.4 Description of LEDs ............................................................................................ 43
4 Packaging, transport and storage ............................................ 45
4.1 Packaging ............................................................................................... 45

4.1.1 Purpose .............................................................................................................. 45
4.1.2 Suitability, structure and material ....................................................................... 45
4.1.3 Labeling .............................................................................................................. 46
4.2 Transport, reception and handling of shipments .................................... 46
4.3 Storage of shipments .............................................................................. 48
5 Mounting ..................................................................................... 49
5.1 Unpacking............................................................................................... 49
5.2 Mounting ................................................................................................. 50
5.3 Connection ............................................................................................. 51

5.3.1 Cable recommendation for standard connections .............................................. 51
5.3.2 Cable recommendation for optional connections ............................................... 52
5.3.3 Electromagnetic compatibility ............................................................................. 53
5.3.4 Connecting lines to the system periphery........................................................... 60
5.3.5 Voltage regulator power supply .......................................................................... 61
5.3.6 Wiring the voltage regulator ................................................................................ 61
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5.4 Functional check ..................................................................................... 62
6 Commissioning .......................................................................... 63
6.1 Configuration ........................................................................................... 63

6.1.1 Setting the language ........................................................................................... 63
6.1.2 Selecting the control mode ................................................................................. 64
6.1.3 Controlling remote tap position indicator with BCD signal .................................. 65
6.2 Function tests .......................................................................................... 68

6.2.1 Function tests for control functions ..................................................................... 69
6.2.2 Function tests for additional functions ................................................................ 71
6.2.3 Function tests for parallel operation.................................................................... 76
7 Functions and settings .............................................................. 81
7.1 Key lock .................................................................................................. 81

7.1.1 Activating key lock .............................................................................................. 81
7.1.2 Deactivating key lock .......................................................................................... 81
7.2 NORMset ................................................................................................ 82

7.2.1 Entering NORMset desired value 1 .................................................................... 85
7.2.2 Setting the primary voltage ................................................................................. 86
7.2.3 Setting the secondary voltage ............................................................................ 88
7.3 Parameters ............................................................................................. 89

7.3.1 Setting control parameters .................................................................................. 89
7.3.2 Setting desired value 1 ....................................................................................... 90
7.3.5 Bandwidth ........................................................................................................... 93
7.3.6 Setting delay time T1 .......................................................................................... 98
7.3.7 Setting control response T1 .............................................................................. 100
7.3.8 Activating/deactivating delay time T2 ............................................................... 101
7.3.9 Setting delay time T2 ........................................................................................ 102
7.3.10 Limit values ....................................................................................................... 103

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7.3.11 Abnormal control response ............................................................................... 112

7.3.12 Compensation................................................................................................... 117
7.3.13 Cross-monitoring .............................................................................................. 127
7.4 Configuration ........................................................................................ 137

7.4.1 Transformer data .............................................................................................. 137
7.4.2 General ............................................................................................................. 147
7.4.3 Parallel operation .............................................................................................. 162
7.4.4 Configuring analog inputs ................................................................................. 175
7.4.5 LED selection.................................................................................................... 186
7.4.6 Configuring measurement transformer function ............................................... 190
7.4.7 Configuring measured value memory function (optional) ................................. 196
7.4.8 Communication interface CIC1 (optional)......................................................... 215
7.4.9 Communication interface CIC2 (optional)......................................................... 230
7.5 Info........................................................................................................ 235

7.5.1 Carrying out LED test ....................................................................................... 238
7.5.2 Querying status................................................................................................. 239
7.5.3 Resetting parameters ....................................................................................... 241
7.5.4 Displaying real-time clock ................................................................................. 242
7.5.5 Displaying parallel operation ............................................................................ 242
7.5.6 Displaying data on CAN bus ............................................................................. 243
7.5.7 Displaying measured value memory ................................................................ 245
7.5.8 Displaying peak memory .................................................................................. 246
7.5.9 Displaying CIC1 card SCADA information ....................................................... 247
7.5.10 Displaying CIC2 card SCADA information ....................................................... 248
7.5.11 Displaying upcoming messages ....................................................................... 249
8 Troubleshooting ....................................................................... 251
8.1 Operating faults .................................................................................... 251

8.1.1 No control in AUTO mode ................................................................................ 251
8.1.2 Man Machine Interface ..................................................................................... 252
8.1.3 Incorrect measured values ............................................................................... 253
8.1.4 Parallel operation faults .................................................................................... 255
8.1.5 Tap position capture incorrect ......................................................................... 256

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8.1.6 Digital inputs ..................................................................................................... 257

8.1.7 General fault ..................................................................................................... 257
8.1.8 No solution ........................................................................................................ 257
8.2 Event messages ................................................................................... 258
9 Technical data .......................................................................... 259
9.1 Indicator elements ................................................................................. 259
9.2 Electrical data ....................................................................................... 259
9.3 Inputs and outputs ................................................................................ 260
9.4 Dimensions and weight ......................................................................... 261
9.5 Voltage and current measurement ........................................................ 261
9.6 Ambient conditions ................................................................................ 261
9.7 Tests ..................................................................................................... 262

9.7.1 Electrical safety ................................................................................................. 262
9.7.2 EMC tests ......................................................................................................... 262
9.7.3 Environmental durability tests ........................................................................... 263
10 MR worldwide ........................................................................... 265

List of Figures
List of Figures
Figure 1 Overview of voltage regulation ........................................... 32
Figure 2 Front view of voltage regulator ........................................... 35
Figure 3 Voltage regulator connection to a PC................................. 36
Figure 4 CIC card ............................................................................. 37
Figure 5 Voltage regulator operating panel ...................................... 38
Figure 6 Main screen ....................................................................... 40
Figure 7 Description of LEDs ........................................................... 43
Figure 8 Shipping pictograms........................................................... 46
Figure 9 Recommended line routing ................................................ 54
Figure 10 Recommended shielding connection, do not extend the

shield to the grounding point with a wire (pigtail). .............. 55
Figure 11 Ground strap connection .................................................... 57
Figure 12 Securing the CAN bus cable's shielding to the intended
point on the housing ........................................................... 59
Figure 13 BCD signal transfer between motor-drive unit and

voltage regulator ................................................................ 66
Figure 14 Measured voltage and bandwidth over time....................... 93
Figure 15 Visual display of deviation from desired value ................... 94
Figure 16 ∆V/B voltage change ........................................................ 100

List of Figures
Figure 17 Example of normal control response (left) and

abnormal control response (right)..................................... 112
Figure 18 Circuit a - phase angle to be set 0;1PH ............................ 143
Figure 19 Circuit a - phase angle to be set 0;3PH ............................ 144
Figure 20 Circuit b - phase angle to be set 0;3PH ............................ 144
Figure 21 Circuit c - phase angle to be set 90;3PH .......................... 145
Figure 22 Circuit d - phase angle to be set 30;3PH .......................... 145
Figure 23 Circuit e - phase angle to be set -30;3PH......................... 146
Figure 24 Switching pulse in standard operating mode ................... 153
Figure 25 Switching pulse in Quick Tap mode ................................ 154
Figure 26 Wiring for motor runtime monitoring ................................. 160
Figure 27 For an event lasting less than 5 minutes .......................... 205
Figure 28 For an event lasting more than 5 minutes ........................ 206
Figure 29 Desired value and actual value display of time plotter...... 208
Figure 30 Voltage display of time plotter .......................................... 209
Figure 31 Other time plotter symbols ............................................... 209
Figure 32 Averaging times which can be set .................................... 210
Figure 33 Voltage range which can be set ....................................... 211
Figure 34 Info screen ....................................................................... 236
Figure 35 Measured values .............................................................. 236

List of Figures
Figure 36 Status display ................................................................... 239
Figure 37 Display for CAN bus data ................................................. 243
Figure 38 Display for additional CAN bus data................................. 244
Figure 39 Peak memory: Minimum (left) and maximum values

(right)................................................................................ 246
Figure 40 Maximum contact loadability of outputs with direct

current .............................................................................. 260

List of Tables
List of Tables
Table 1 Abbreviations used............................................................. 24
Table 2 Signal words in warning notices ......................................... 24
Table 3 Symbols used in warning notices ....................................... 25
Table 4 Scope of delivery ............................................................... 34
Table 5 Recommendation for connection cable .............................. 51
Table 6 Recommendation for connection cable .............................. 52
Table 7 BCD code table for operating positions .............................. 67
Table 8 Setting range for NORMset desired value 1 in V ............... 85
Table 9 Setting range for NORMset desired value 1 in kV .............. 85
Table 10 Example of displayed values in V or kV ............................. 86
Table 11 Setting range for primary voltage in kV .............................. 86
Table 12 Setting range for secondary voltage in V ........................... 88
Table 13 Setting range for desired value 1 in V ................................ 90
Table 14 Setting range for desired voltage value 1 in kV .................. 90
Table 16 Setting range for desired voltage value 2 in kV .................. 91
Table 18 Setting range for desired value 3 in kV .............................. 92

List of Tables
Table 19 Setting range for bandwith ................................................. 97
Table 20 Setting range for delay time T1 .......................................... 99
Table 21 Setting range for delay time T2 ........................................ 102
Table 22 Activation/deactivation of absolute limit values ................ 103
Table 23 Setting range for undervoltage blocking V< as

percentage ....................................................................... 104
Table 24 Setting range for undervoltage blocking V< in V,

absolute values ................................................................ 105
Table 25 Setting range for undervoltage blocking V<, absolute

values in kV ...................................................................... 105
Table 26 Setting range for V> overvoltage limit as percentage ....... 106
Table 27 Setting range for overvoltage blocking V> in V,

absolute value .................................................................. 107
Table 28 Setting range for overvoltage blocking V> in kV,

absolute value .................................................................. 107
Table 29 Setting range for I> overcurrent blocking as %................. 108
Table 30 Setting range for I> overcurrent blocking in A .................. 108
Table 31 Setting range for undervoltage V< delay for signal........... 110
Table 32 Setting range for maximum number of RAISE

operations ........................................................................ 113
Table 33 Setting range for time period for monitoring RAISE
operations ........................................................................ 114

List of Tables
Table 34 Setting range for blocking time after the maximum
permissible number of RAISE operations has been
reached. ........................................................................... 115
Table 35 Setting range for blocking time after the maximum
permissible number of RAISE operations has been
reached. ........................................................................... 116
Table 36 Line drop equivalent circuit .............................................. 120
Table 37 Line-drop compensation................................................... 120
Table 38 Setting range for ohmic voltage drop Vr ........................... 121
Table 39 Setting range for inductive voltage drop Vx...................... 122
Table 40 Setting range for Z compensation .................................... 125
Table 41 Setting range for Z compensation limit value ΔV ............. 126
Table 42 Setting range for desired value for regulator 2 (V) ........... 129
Table 43 Setting range for undervoltage blocking for regulator 2

(V) .................................................................................... 130
Table 44 Setting range for undervoltage blocking for regulator 2

(%) ................................................................................... 131
Table 45 Setting range for overvoltage blocking for regulator 2

(%) ................................................................................... 132
Table 46 Setting range for overvoltage blocking for regulator 2

(V) .................................................................................... 133
Table 47 Setting range for error message delay time ..................... 134
Table 48 Setting range for secondary transformer voltage for

regulator 2 ........................................................................ 135

List of Tables
Table 49 Setting range for secondary transformer voltage for

regulator 2 ........................................................................ 136
Table 50 Example of display variants .............................................. 137
Table 51 Setting range for primary transformer voltage .................. 138
Table 52 Setting range for secondary transformer voltage ............. 139
Table 53 Example of unit displayed: % / A ...................................... 140
Table 54 Setting range for primary transformer current .................. 141
Table 55 Setting options for the measuring circuits......................... 143
Table 56 Setting range for raise/lower switching pulse duration ..... 154
Table 57 Possible functions for control inputs ................................. 155
Table 58 Setting options for "Local" and "Remote" modes.............. 155
Table 59 Freely configurable control inputs (IOs) ............................ 156
Table 60 Possible functions for output relays .................................. 157
Table 61 Freely configurable output relays (IOs) ............................ 158
Table 62 Setting range for motor runtime ........................................ 161
Table 63 Possible setting for SKB ................................................... 169
Table 64 Setting range for CAN bus address .................................. 170
Table 65 Setting range for circulating reactive current sensitivity.... 171
Table 66 Setting range for circulating reactive current blocking ...... 172

List of Tables
Table 67 Setting range for parallel operation error message

delay time......................................................................... 173
Table 68 Tapping directions ............................................................ 174
Table 69 Example for configuring the analog input ......................... 175
Table 70 Setting range of analog value - lower limit value as % ..... 176
Table 71 Example for configuring the analog input (maximum) ...... 177
Table 72 Setting range of analog value - upper limit value as % .... 178
Table 73 Setting range for lower limit value (absolute value) .......... 179
Table 74 Setting range for upper limit value (absolute value) ......... 180
Table 75 Example for configuring the analog input ......................... 181
Table 76 Setting range of analog value - lower limit value as % ..... 182
Table 77 Example for configuring the analog input (maximum) ...... 183
Table 78 Setting range of analog value - upper limit value as % .... 184
Table 79 Setting range for lower limit value (absolute value) .......... 185
Table 80 Setting range for upper limit value (absolute value) ......... 186
Table 81 Possible functions for LEDs ............................................. 188
Table 82 Freely-configurable LEDs................................................. 189
Table 83 Measurement parameters for outputs 1 to 4 .................... 191
Table 84 Minimum physical parameters for outputs 1 to 4 .............. 192
Table 85 Maximum physical parameters for outputs 1 to 4 ............. 193

List of Tables
Table 86 Setting range for lower limit value for measurement
transformer ....................................................................... 194
Table 87 Setting range for upper limit value for measurement
transformer ....................................................................... 195
Table 88 Setting range for undervoltage V< threshold as

percentage ....................................................................... 200
Table 89 Setting range for undervoltage V< threshold as

absolute value .................................................................. 201
Table 90 Setting range for V< overvoltage threshold as

percentage ....................................................................... 202
Table 91 Setting range for V< overvoltage threshold as absolute

values ............................................................................... 203
Table 92 Setting range for average value interval ........................... 204
Table 93 Size of event memory....................................................... 205
Table 94 Memory time of measured value memory ........................ 207
Table 95 Duration of range displayed ............................................. 210
Table 96 Voltage range between the horizontal grid lines ............... 212
Table 97 Setting range for network address.................................... 217
Table 98 Setting range for TCP port ............................................... 218
Table 99 Transmission behavior with different parameter: optical

fiber, light on / off .............................................................. 219
Table 100 Setting range for SCADA address .................................... 222
Table 101 Setting range for SCADA master address ........................ 224

List of Tables
Table 102 Setting range for unsolicited messages ........................... 225
Table 103 Setting range for maximum number of attempts to

transmit unsolicited messages ......................................... 226
Table 104 Setting range for timeout for application confirmation

responses ........................................................................ 228
Table 105 Setting range for transmission delay time ........................ 229
Table 106 Setting range for network address ................................... 232
Table 107 Setting range for TCP port ............................................... 233
Table 108 Setting range for transmission delay time ........................ 234
Table 109 Selecting the LEDs for tests ............................................. 238
Table 110 Troubleshooting: No control in AUTO mode .................... 252
Table 111 Troubleshooting: Man Machine Interface ......................... 253
Table 112 Troubleshooting: Incorrect measured values ................... 254
Table 113 Troubleshooting: Parallel operation ................................. 255
Table 114 Troubleshooting: Tap position capture ............................. 256
Table 115 Troubleshooting: Digital inputs ......................................... 257
Table 116 Troubleshooting: General faults ....................................... 257
Table 117 Possible events ................................................................ 258
Table 118 Indicator elements ............................................................ 259
Table 119 Electrical data .................................................................. 259

List of Tables
Table 120 Inputs and outputs ............................................................ 260
Table 121 Dimensions and weight .................................................... 261
Table 122 Voltage and current measurement ................................... 261
Table 123 Permissible ambient conditions ........................................ 261
Table 124 Electrical safety ................................................................ 262
Table 125 EMC tests ......................................................................... 262
Table 126 Environmental durability tests .......................................... 263

1 Introduction
1 Introduction
This technical file contains detailed descriptions on the safe and proper
mounting, connection, commissioning and monitoring of the product.
It also includes safety instructions and general information about the product.
This technical file is intended solely for specially trained and authorized per-
sonnel.
1.1 Manufacturer
The product is manufactured by:
Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen GmbH

Falkensteinstrasse 8
93059 Regensburg
Tel.: (+49) 9 41/40 90-0
Fax: (+49) 9 41/40 90-7001
E-mail: sales@reinhausen.com
Further information on the product and copies of this technical file are availa-
ble from this address if required.
1.2 Subject to change without notice
The information contained in this technical file comprises the technical specifi-
cations released at the time of printing. Significant modifications will be in-
cluded in a new edition of the technical file.
The document and version numbers for this technical file are shown in the
footer.

1 Introduction
1.3 Completeness
This technical file is only complete in conjunction with the supporting docu-
mentation.
1.4 Supporting documents
The following documents apply to this product:

 Operating instructions
 Quick reference guide
 Connection diagrams
All documents form part of the scope of delivery.
In addition, generally applicable legal and other binding regulations of Euro-

pean and national law and the regulations for accident prevention and envi-
ronmental protection in force in the country of use must be complied with.
1.5 Safekeeping
This technical file and all supporting documents must be kept ready to hand
and accessible for future use at all times.
1.6 Notation conventions
This section contains an overview of the abbreviations, symbols and textual

emphasis used.

1 Introduction
1.6.1 Abbreviations used
Abbreviation Definition
°C Degrees Celcius
A Ampere
AC Alternating Current
B Bandwidth
BCD Binary Coded Decimal
ca. circa
CAN Controller Area Network
CIC Communication Interface Card
CPU Central Processing Unit
CT Current Transformer
DC Direct Current
Deutsches Institut für Normung (German Institute for
DIN
Standardization)
DNP Distributed Network Protocoll
EMC Electromagnetic compatibility
ESC Escape
Hz Hertz
I Current
IEC International Electrotechnical Commission
IP Internet Protocol
kBaud Kilobaud
kg Kilogram
kV Kilovolt
LDC Line-Drop Compensation
LED Light Emitting Diode
Fiber-optic cable Fiber-optic cable
max. maximum
MB Megabyte
MR Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen
MHz Megahertz
min. minimum
mm Millimetre
ms Millisecond
N Neutral
PH Phase
Phi (φ) Phase angle
ppm Parts per million

1 Introduction
Abbreviation Definition
s Second
SCADA Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition
T Time
TCP Transmission Control Protocol
U Voltage
UAct Actual voltage
URef Reference voltage
V Volt
VT Voltage Transformer
Table 1 Abbreviations used
1.6.2 Hazard communication system
The warning notices in this technical file are structured as follows:
DANGER!
Danger
Consequences
► Action
► Action
The following signal words are used:
Signal word Hazard level Consequence of failure to comply

Danger Immediate threat of danger Death or serious injury could occur
Warning Possible threat of danger Death or serious injury could occur
Possible dangerous situation Minor or moderate injury could oc-
Attention
cur
Note Possible dangerous situation Damage to property could occur
Table 2 Signal words in warning notices

1 Introduction
Symbols are used to warn of dangers:
Icon Definition
Danger
Dangerous electrical voltage
Fire hazard
Danger of tipping
Table 3 Symbols used in warning notices
1.6.3 Information system
Information is designed to simplify and improve understanding of particular

procedures. In this technical file the information is laid out as follows:
Important information

2 Safety
2 Safety
2.1 General safety information
This technical file contains detailed descriptions on the safe and proper
mounting, connection, commissioning and monitoring of the product.
 Read this technical file through carefully to familiarize yourself with the
product.
 Particular attention should be paid to the information given in this chapter.
2.2 Appropriate use
The product and associated equipment and special tools supplied with it
comply with the relevant legislation, regulations and standards, particularly
health and safety requirements, applicable at the time of delivery.
If used as intended and in compliance with the specified requirements and

conditions in this technical file as well as the warning notices in this technical
file and attached to the product, then the product does not present any ha-
zards to people, property or the environment. This applies throughout the
product's full life, from delivery through installation and operation to disas-
sembly and disposal.
The operational quality assurance system ensures a consistently high quality

standard, particularly when it comes to observance of the health and safety
requirements.
Use is considered to be appropriate if

 the product is operated in accordance with this technical file and the
agreed delivery conditions and technical data, and
 the associated equipment and special tools supplied with it are used solely
for the intended purpose and in accordance with the specifications of this
technical file.
 the product is used only with the transformer specified in the order.

2 Safety
2.3 Inappropriate use
Use is considered to be inappropriate if the product is used other than as de-

scribed in Appropriate use (on page 27).
Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen does not accept liability for damage from unau-
thorized or inappropriate changes to the product. Inappropriate changes to the
product without consultation with Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen can lead to
personal injury, damage to property and operational disruption.
2.4 Personnel qualification
The product is designed solely for use in electrical energy systems and facili-
ties operated by appropriately trained staff. This staff comprises people who
are familiar with the installation, assembly, commissioning and operation of
such products.

2 Safety
2.5 Operator duty of care
To prevent accidents, faults and damage as well as unacceptable adverse ef-

fects on the environment, those responsible for transport, installation, opera-
tion, maintenance and disposal of the product or parts of the product must
ensure the following:
 All warning and hazard notices are complied with.
 Personnel are instructed regularly in all relevant aspects of operational
safety, the operating instructions and particularly the safety instructions
contained therein.
 Regulations and operating instructions for safe working as well as the rele-
vant instructions for staff procedures in the case of accidents and fires are
kept to hand at all times and displayed in the workplace where applicable.
 The product is only used when in a sound operational condition and safety
equipment in particular is checked regularly for operational reliability.
 Only replacement parts, lubricants and auxiliary materials which are autho-
rized by the manufacturer are used.
 The specified operating conditions and requirements of the installation lo-
cation are complied with.
 All necessary devices and personal protective equipment for each activity
are made available.
 The prescribed maintenance intervals and the relevant regulations are
complied with.
 Fitting, electrical connection and commissioning of the product may only
be carried out by qualified and trained personnel in accordance with this
technical file.
 The operator must ensure appropriate use of the product.

3 Product description
The voltage regulator serves to keep constant the output voltage of a trans-
former with an on-load tap-changer.
To do this, the voltage regulator compares the transformer's measured output

voltage (Vactual) with a defined desired voltage (Vdesired). The difference between
Vactual and Vdesired is the control deviation (dV).
If the control deviation is greater than the specified bandwidth (B%), the vol-
tage regulator emits a switching pulse after a defined delay T1. The switching
pulse triggers an on-load tap-changer tap change which corrects the trans-
former's output voltage.
The voltage regulator parameters can be optimally adjusted to the line voltage
behavior to achieve a balanced control response with a small number of on-
load tap-changer operations.
The following diagram (on page 32) shows an overview of voltage regulation.

Figure 1 Overview of voltage regulation

3.1 Features
The voltage regulator handles the control of tapped transformers.
Apart from control tasks, the voltage regulator provides additional functions
such as:
 Integrated protection functions:
 Undervoltage and overcurrent blocking
 Overvoltage detection with high-speed return
 Voltage drop compensation
 Z compensation to compensate for voltage fluctuations in the meshed grid
 Digital inputs and outputs can be individually programmed on-site by the
user
 Additional indicators using LEDs external to the display for freely selecta-
ble functions
 Display of all measured values such as voltage, current, active power, ap-
parent power or reactive power, cos φ
 Cable connection using modern plug terminals
 Selection of 3 different desired values
 When ordering you can choose between tap position capture using
 analog signal 4…20 mA
 analog signal via resistor contact series
 digital signal via BCD code
 Additional digital inputs and outputs which can be freely parameterized by
the customer
 Parallel operation of up to 16 transformers in 2 groups using the methods
 Master / Follower
 Circulating reactive current minimization

3.2 Operating modes
The voltage regulator can be operated in the following operating modes:
AUTO/MANUAL
In automatic mode (AUTO), the voltage is automatically controlled in line with

the set parameters. The voltage regulator settings cannot be changed in au-
tomatic mode.
Automatic control is not provided in manual mode (MANUAL). The motor-

drive unit can be controlled via the voltage regulator's operating panel. The
voltage regulator settings can be changed.
LOCAL/REMOTE
In remote mode (REMOTE), commands from an external control interface are

executed. In this mode, manual operation of the RAISE, LOWER, MANUAL
and AUTO keys is disabled.
3.3 Scope of delivery
The following items are included in the delivery:
Scope of delivery
Voltage regulator TAPCON® 240
Technical files
Table 4 Scope of delivery
Please note:
1. Check the delivery for completeness against the dispatch documents.
2. Store components in a dry place before installation.
The functional range of the product is dependent on the equipment ordered or

the product version and not the content of this technical file.

3.4 Hardware description
The individual assemblies are fitted in a standardized 19-inch plug-in housing.

The front panels of the assemblies are secured to the plug-in housing at the
top and bottom. An IEC 60603-2 plug connector provides the electrical con-
nection.
The assemblies are connected to one another via a data bus and separate
DC supply. This allows for an upgrade with additional plug-in units and exten-
sion cards at a later date.
An LCD graphic display, LEDs and function keys are integrated in the front
panel of the voltage regulator.
Figure 2 Front view of voltage regulator
1 19-inch plug-in housing (in accordance with DIN 41494 Part 5)

2 Operating panel with display and LEDs
3 Assembly for optional add-ons (e.g. TAPCON 240 LV)

3.4.1 Internal design
The device is controlled by a microcontroller and includes isolated optocoup-

ler inputs and floating relay output contacts in addition to the voltage and cur-
rent transformers.
3.4.2 Interfaces
3.4.2.1 Serial interface
The parameters for the voltage regulator can be set using a PC. The COM 1
(RS232) serial interface on the front panel is provided for this purpose.
TAPCON®-trol software is needed for parameterization. This can be obtained

from Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen.
Figure 3 Voltage regulator connection to a PC.
1 PC with TAPCON®-trol software

2 Connection cable with RS232 port
3 Voltage regulator

3.4.2.2 CIC card
As an option the voltage regulator can be equipped with up to 2 additional

communication interfaces (CIC card). These communication interfaces can be
used to connect to a control system protocol and for parameterization. The
second communication card (CIC2) is intended only for communication with
the TAPCON®-trol visualization software.
The interface card is shown below.
Figure 4 CIC card
1 RS232 (9 pin female SUB-D connector)

2 RS485
3 Ethernet RJ45 (optional)
4 FH-ST or F-SMA fiber-optic cable in 850 nm or 660 nm (optional)
5 Reset key
6 TxD LED for transmit signal
7 RxD LED for receive signal
8 Clk LED for operating mode (flashes for 2 seconds)
9 Clip for connecting cable shield with functional ground
The interfaces available depend on your order. In other words, not all inter-
face cards have all the interfaces shown above.

3.5 Operation and indicator elements
The front of the voltage regulator is split into different areas for operating the
device and displaying information. Below you can see an overview of the indi-
vidual elements.
Figure 5 Voltage regulator operating panel
1 LEDs
2 Keys for parameterization and configuration
3 Serial interface COM1 (RS232)
4 Keys for operating the device
5 Labeling strip for LEDs
6 Setting options for display contrast

3.5.1 Operating concept
The voltage regulator's operating panel is split into an operation control level
and a level for parameterization and configuration.
The keys for operating the device are completely separate from those used
for parameterization. At the operation control level, key activation is signaled
visually by means of LEDs.
The LEDs integrated in the RAISE/LOWER keys are illuminated during the
entire tap change operation of the on-load tap-changer if "motor running" is
signaled at the status input. This signal must have previously been paramete-
rized.
This visual monitoring option simplifies operation of the voltage regulator.
The voltage regulator is equipped with a key lock for protection against unin-
tentional operation. To activate or deactivate, press the ESC and F5 keys si-
multaneously.

3.5.2 Description of the display
Figure 6 Main screen
1 Status line
2 Measured voltage Vactual
3 Desired voltage Vdesired
4 Other measured values (use or to switch between them)

5 Tap position (n-1, n, n+1)
6 Bandwidth (upper and lower limit)
7 Time bar for delay time T1
8 Highlighting for desired voltage
9 Highlighting for measured voltage
10 Remaining delay time T1

In auto and manual mode the measured value display can be set using the
or keys. The following measured values can be displayed:

 Control deviation (dV:)
 Current (I:)
 Apparent power (Powr.:)
 Active power (P:)
 Reactive power (Q:)
 Phase angle (Phase:)
 Cosine (Cos:)
In the case of an event or a setting, the comments linked to this are displayed
in the status line (display text "Messages").

3.5.3 Description of key functions
Key Symbol Function

RAISE In manual mode the motor-drive unit can be operated directly
using the RAISE key.
Using RAISE, the motor-drive unit changes the on-load tap-
changer and therefore the step voltage.
LOWER In manual mode the motor-drive unit can be operated directly
using the LOWER key.
Using LOWER, the motor-drive unit changes the on-load tap-
changer and therefore the step voltage.
REMOTE In the "Remote" operating mode, commands from an external
control interface are executed. In this mode, manual operation
of the RAISE, LOWER, MANUAL and AUTO keys is disabled.
MANUAL Manual mode. For manual control of the motor-drive unit and
parameterization of the voltage regulator.
AUTO Auto mode. Voltage is controlled automatically.
Arrow keys In auto and manual mode, the measured value display can be
NEXT/ PREV set using the arrow keys.
They can also be used to switch between windows in the
submenus.
ENTER Confirms or saves a changed parameter in the parameter

menu.
ESC Pressing the ESC key takes you to the menu level above, in
other words, always back one menu level.
MENU Pressing this key displays the menu selection window.
F1-F5 The function keys are menu selection keys. They are also
used to scroll through the menu subgroups and input screens
and to highlight decimal points which can be set by the user.
The parameters can only be changed in manual mode, see key in the
table above.

3.5.4 Description of LEDs
The voltage regulator has 10 LEDs above the display. These indicate various
operating statuses or events.
Figure 7 Description of LEDs
1 Green Operating display

2 Red Overcurrent blocking
3 Red Undervoltage blocking
4 Red Overvoltage blocking
5 Green Parallel operation On
6 Green NORMset On
7 Yellow Freely configurable (LED1)
10 Green/yellow/red Freely configurable (LED4)

4 Packaging, transport and storage
4.1 Packaging
4.1.1 Purpose
The packaging is designed to protect the packaged goods both during trans-
port and for loading and unloading as well as during periods of storage in
such a way that no (detrimental) changes occur. The packaging must protect
the goods against permitted transport stresses such as vibration, knocks and
moisture (rain, snow, condensation).
The packaging also prevents undesired changes during storage of the pack-
aged goods within the packaging. Before actually being packaged, the prod-
ucts must be prepared for shipping in order to ensure that they can be
transported safely, properly, and economically.
4.1.2 Suitability, structure and material
The goods are packaged in a stable cardboard box. This ensures that the
consignment is secured in the intended transport position and that none of its
components touches the load platform during transport or the floor after it is
unloaded.
The box is designed for a maximum load of 10 kg.
Inlays inside the box stabilize the goods against undue changes of position
and protect them from vibration.

4.1.3 Labeling
The packaging bears symbols with instructions for safe transport and correct
storage. The following symbols apply to the dispatch (of non-hazardous
goods). These labels must be complied with.
Keep dry This way up Fragile
Figure 8 Shipping pictograms
4.2 Transport, reception and handling of shipments
During transport the product may be subjected to stress from vibration, shock
and pressure. In order to prevent possible damage, avoid dropping, tipping,
knocking over and colliding with the product.
If a crate falls from a particular height (e.g. when slings tear) or experiences
an unbroken fall, damage must be expected regardless of the weight.
Before acceptance, all deliveries must be checked by the recipient (acknowl-

edgement of receipt) for the following:
 completeness based on the delivery note
 external damage of any type.
The checks must take place after unloading when the crate can be accessed
from all sides.
If external transport damage is detected on receipt of the shipment, proceed

as follows:
 Immediately record the transport damage in the shipping documents and
have this countersigned by the carrier.
 In the event of severe damage, total loss or high damage costs, imme-
diately notify the sales department at Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen and the
relevant insurance company.

 After identifying the damage do not modify the condition of the shipment
further and also retain the packaging material, until an inspection decision
has been made by the transport company or the insurance company.
 Record the details of the damage immediately together with the carrier in-
volved. This is essential for any claim for damages.
 Take photographs of any damage to the packaging and product if possible.
This also applies to signs of corrosion on the packaged goods due to mois-
ture inside the packaging (rain, snow, condensation).
 List the damaged parts.
For concealed damage, i.e. damage that only becomes apparent after receipt
of the shipment and during unpacking, proceed as follows:
 Make the party responsible for the damage liable as soon as possible by
telephone and in writing, and prepare a damage report.
 Observe, in this regard, the time periods applicable to such actions in the
respective country. Inquire about these in good time.
In the case of concealed damage, recourse to the transport company (or other
parties that may be responsible for the damage) may be difficult. Any insur-
ance claims for such damages can only be successful if relevant provisions
are expressly included in the insurance terms and conditions.

4.3 Storage of shipments
Selection and arrangement of the storage location should meet the following
requirements:
 Stored items must be protected against moisture (flooding, melt water from
snow and ice), contaminants, pests such as rats, mice, termites etc. and
against unauthorized access.
 Store the box on timber beams and planks as a protection against rising
damp and for better ventilation.
 The surface must have adequate load carrying capability.
 Unobstructed access must be available.
Check stored items at regular intervals, and additionally after gales, heavy
rain, significant snowfall etc., and take appropriate action.

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5.1 Unpacking
The goods are packaged in a stable cardboard box. This ensures that the
consignment is secured in the intended transport position and that none of its
components touches the load platform during transport or the floor after it is
unloaded.
Inlays inside the box stabilize the goods against undue changes of position
and protect them from vibration.
Unpack the voltage regulator as follows:

1. Remove the lid from the lower part of the cardboard box.
The upper inlay contains the accessories supplied, the separate box la-
beled "Documentation" contains the device documents.
2. Check scope of supply for accessories.
3. Take the box labeled "Documentation" from the cardboard box.
4. Remove the upper inlay from the packaging.
5. The voltage regulator in the underlying inlay can now be freely accessed.
6. Remove voltage regulator from the packaging.
The voltage regulator has been unpacked and can be mounted. For mounting,
proceed as described in the Mounting section.

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5.2 Mounting
After unpacking, the voltage regulator can be mounted.
The voltage regulator's standardized plug-in housing is intended for fitting in a

19-inch control cabinet. We would recommend a design with a pivoting frame
to allow easy access to the connections on the rear of the voltage regulator.
The voltage regulator can be mounted in 4 different ways:

 Flush panel mounting 19" housing
 Flush panel mounting for half 19" housing
 Wall mounting for half 19" housing
 Wall mounting with terminal strip for half 19" housing

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5.3 Connection
5.3.1 Cable recommendation for standard connections
When wiring the voltage regulator, comply with the following recommenda-
tions from Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen.
Cable Card Terminal Cable type Wire diameter Max.

length
Power supply SU X1: 1/2 unshielded 1.5 mm² -
Voltage measurement MI/MI1 1/2 shielded 1.5 mm² -
Current measurement MI/MI1 5/6/9/10 unshielded 4 mm² -
Relay* IO X1:1...10 unshielded 1.5 mm² -
X1:19...26
Relay* UC X1:1...10 unshielded 1.5 mm² -
Signal inputs IO X1:11...17 shielded 1.0 mm² -
X1:27...34
Signal inputs UC X1:11...17 shielded 1.0 mm² -
X1:27...34
CAN bus CPU 1...5 shielded 1.0 mm² 2000 m
* Observe notices (see below)
Table 5 Recommendation for connection cable
NOTE
Output relay malfunction
Excessive electrical power can prevent the relay contacts from break-
ing the contact current.
► The effect of the cable capacitance of long control lines in control cir-
cuits operated with alternating current on the function of the relay con-
tacts must be taken into account.

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5.3.2 Cable recommendation for optional connections
Cable Card Terminal Cable type Wire diameter Max.

length
AC SU X1/2:1/2 unshielded 1.5 mm² -
Analog inputs AD/AD X1:1...3 shielded 1.5 mm² 400 m (<
1 25 Ω/km)
Analog outputs AN/AN X1 shielded 1mm² -
1
RS-232 CIC X8 shielded 0.25 mm² 25 m
RS-485 CIC X9 shielded 0.75 mm² 1000 m (<
50 Ω/km)
Ethernet SID RJ45 shielded, - 100 m
CIC X7 CAT 7
Media converter MC1 Optical fiber - -
with MTRJ-
ST duplex
patch cable
Table 6 Recommendation for connection cable

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5.3.3 Electromagnetic compatibility
The voltage regulator was developed in compliance with the relevant EMC
standards. To ensure compliance with the EMC standards, please note the
following points.
5.3.3.1 Requirement of installation site's wiring
Note the following when selecting the installation site:

 The voltage regulator and its wiring must be at least 10 m away from cir-
cuit-breakers, disconnectors and busbars.
 The system's overvoltage protection must be effective.
 The system's ground connection must be state-of-the-art.
 Remote system parts must be joined by a potential equalization.

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5.3.3.2 Requirement of operating site's wiring
Note the following when wiring the operating site:

 The connection cables must be laid in metallic cable ducts with a ground
connection.
 Do not route lines subject to interference (e.g. power lines) and lines sus-
ceptible to interference (e.g. signal lines) in the same cable duct.
 Maintain a gap of at least 10 cm between lines subject and susceptible to
interference.
 Reserve lines should be grounded at both ends.
 The voltage regulator must never be connected using four-pin trunk
cables.
Figure 9 Recommended line routing
1 Cable duct for lines subject to interference

2 Line subject to interference (e.g. power line)
3 Cable duct for lines susceptible to interference
4 Line susceptible to interference (e.g. signal line)

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 Signal lines must be routed in shielded cables.

 The individual conductors in the cable core (outgoing/return conductors)
must be twisted in pairs.
 The shield must be fully (360º) connected to the voltage regulator or a
nearby ground rail.
Figure 10 Recommended shielding connection, do not extend the shield

to the grounding point with a wire (pigtail).
NOTE
Reduced effectiveness of the shielding.
Using "pigtails" may considerably reduce the effectiveness of the

shielding.
► Connect shield to cover all areas.

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5.3.3.3 Requirement of wiring in control cabinet
Note the following when wiring the control cabinet:

 The control cabinet for fitting the voltage regulator should be prepared in
line with EMC requirements:
 functional division of control cabinet (physical separation)
 constant potential equalization (all metal parts are joined)
 line routing in line with EMC requirements (separation of lines subject to
and lines susceptible to interference)
 optimum shielding (metal housing)
 overvoltage protection (lightning protection)
 collective grounding (main grounding rail)
 cable bushings in line with EMC requirements
 any protective inductors present must be interconnected
 The voltage regulator's connection cables must be laid in contact with the
grounded metal housing or in metallic cable ducts with a ground connec-
tion.
 Signal and power/switching lines should be laid in separate cable ducts.
 The voltage regulator should be grounded at the screw provided using a
ground strap (cross-section min. 1 x 8 mm). The voltage regulator ground
connection is a functional ground and serves to dissipate interfering cur-
rents.

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Figure 11 Ground strap connection

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5.3.3.4 Information about shielding the CAN bus
To ensure that the CAN bus operates smoothly, the shielding must be con-
nected as detailed in the following variants.
Both voltage regulators share the same potential
To ensure potential equalization between the voltage regulators, all voltage

regulators must be connected to the same potential equalization rail.
If the voltage regulators share the same potential, the CAN bus cable's shiel-
ding must be connected to both voltage regulators.
Both voltage regulators have different potentials
If the voltage regulators have different potentials, the CAN bus cable's shiel-
ding may only be connected to one voltage regulator. Note that the effective-
ness of the shielding is then less than if connected to both voltage regulators.
NOTE
Damage to the voltage regulator
If the CAN bus cable's shielding is connected to 2 voltage regulators

with different potentials, current may flow over the shielding. This
current may damage the communication cards.
► Ensure that the CAN bus cable's shielding is only connected to one vol-
tage regulator if both voltage regulators have different potentials.
If neither connection variant is possible, we would recommend using fiber

optic cables.
Fiber optic cables decouple the voltage regulators and are not sensitive to
electromagnetic interferences (surge and burst).

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Connecting the shielding
The CAN bus cable's shielding must be secured to the intended point on the
housing using the cable clips provided (see diagram below).
Figure 12 Securing the CAN bus cable's shielding to the intended point
on the housing
1 Securing the CAN bus cable's shielding

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5.3.4 Connecting lines to the system periphery
Connect the lines, which are to be wired with the voltage regulator, to the sys-
tem periphery, as shown in the connection diagrams supplied.
WARNING!
Electric shock
Connection mistakes may endanger life
► Earth the voltage regulator using the grounding screw on the housing.
► Pay attention to the phase of the secondary terminals for the current and
voltage transformers.
► Connect the output relays correctly to the motor-drive unit.
NOTE
Damage to voltage regulator and system periphery
An incorrectly connected voltage regulator may cause damage to the

voltage regulator and system periphery.
► Prior to commissioning, be sure to check the entire configuration and the

measuring and operating voltage.
To obtain a better overview when connecting cables, only use as many leads
as necessary.
Use only the specified cables for connection. You will find a cable recommen-
dation in the corresponding section (see "Cable recommendation for stan-
dard connections" on page 51).
The voltage regulator is connected and can be wired up. To carry out the wir-
ing, proceed as described in the Wiring (see "Wiring the voltage regulator"
on page 61) section.

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5.3.5 Voltage regulator power supply
In the standard design, the voltage regulator is supplied with power via a mul-
ti-voltage mains unit. The permissible supply voltage is 93...265 V AC, DC.
Alternatively the voltage regulator can be supplied with a supply mains unit for
the 18...36 V DC or 36...72 V DC range.
5.3.6 Wiring the voltage regulator
Wire the voltage regulator as shown in the connection diagram.
WARNING!
Electric shock
Connection mistakes may endanger life
► Earth the voltage regulator using the grounding screw on the housing.
► Pay attention to the phase of the secondary terminals for the current and
voltage transformers.
► Connect the output relays correctly to the motor-drive unit.
NOTE


To obtain a better overview when connecting cables, only use as many leads
as necessary.

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5.4 Functional check
Carry out a function test to test that the voltage regulator is wired correctly.
Check the following:

 After being switched on, the screen displays the MR logo and then a vol-
tage value.
 The green "Operating display" LED in the top left on the voltage regulator
lights up.
The voltage regulator can now be configured. The actions required for this are
described in the following chapter (see "Commissioning" on page 63).

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A number of parameters need to be set and function tests undertaken before

commissioning the voltage regulator. These are described in the following
chapter.
6.1 Configuration
The relevant settings for commissioning are described in more detail in the
following sections.
A detailed description of the functions can be found in the associated operat-

ing instructions.
6.1.1 Setting the language
The required display language can be set or changed in any way. The follow-
ing languages are available:
 English
 German
 French
 Spanish
 Italian
 Portuguese
1. > Configuration > General.

<00> Language.
2. Press or to select the required lan-

guage.
3. Press .
The transformer secondary voltage is set.

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6.1.2 Selecting the control mode
The voltage regulator can be commissioned in NORMset mode or manually.
Instead of parameterizing the voltage regulator manually, the NORMset mode

enables easy and user-friendly commissioning of the voltage regulator with a
limited set of parameters. When this mode is selected, the factory settings for
voltage regulation are transferred.
NOTE


We would recommend using a registration device to record the transformer

voltage (actual value) to evaluate how the voltage regulator is functioning.
1. Press to select manual mode.

2. Select the NORMset mode.
3. Set the required desired value 1.
4. Set the primary voltage.
5. Set the secondary voltage.
6. Execute one tap-change operation manually.
When these 3 parameters have been set, the regulator is ready to operate.
The compensation settings cannot be carried out in NORMset mode. The de-
sired value will be compared with the measured voltage on the voltage regula-
tor.
The actual value display can be set in V (voltage transformer secondary vol-
tage) or kV (voltage transformer primary voltage) depending on the setting.

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6.1.3 Controlling remote tap position indicator with BCD signal
The voltage regulator is equipped with a digital tap position indicator. The in-
dicator is controlled as standard with a BCD signal or optionally with an ana-
log signal.
The tap position indicator signal must be transferred in BCD code if the digital
remote tap position indicator is to function. The following is needed in the mo-
tor-drive unit:
 a resistor contact series
 a downstream diode matrix
 the corresponding transfer lines between motor-drive unit and voltage reg-
ulator

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Figure 13 BCD signal transfer between motor-drive unit and voltage reg-
ulator
1 Resistor contact series

2 Diode matrix
3 Transfer line
4 Voltage regulator

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Thanks to the diode matrix's linking function, the relevant parallel BCD signal
is assigned to every on-load tap-changer operating position which is repro-
duced by the motor-drive unit's resistor contact series.
BCD signal
Operating position
10 8 4 2 1
0 0 0 0 1
1
0 0 0 1 0
2
0 0 0 1 1
3
0 0 1 0 0
4
0 0 1 0 1
5
0 0 1 1 0
6
0 0 1 1 1
7
0 1 0 0 0
8
0 1 0 0 1
9
1 0 0 0 0
10
1 0 1 0 1
11
1 0 0 1 0
12
1 0 0 1 1
13
1 0 1 0 0
14
1 0 1 0 1
15
1 0 1 1 0
16
1 0 1 1 1
17
1 1 0 0 0
18
1 1 0 0 1
19
Table 7 BCD code table for operating positions

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6.2 Function tests
Before switching the voltage regulator from manual to automatic mode and
therefore activating the automatic voltage regulation for your system, Maschi-
nenfabrik Reinhausen recommends carrying out function tests. These function
tests are described in the following sections.
Details of the specified parameters are described in the enclosed operating

instructions for the voltage regulator.
NOTE


We would recommend using a registration device to record the transformer

voltage (actual value) to evaluate how the voltage regulator is functioning.

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6.2.1 Function tests for control functions
The on-load tap-changer can only be controlled in manual mode using the
or keys.
1. Establish supply voltage

3. Set transformation ratios for voltage and current transformers and and
measuring set-up.
4. Measure actual voltage and compare with that displayed by the voltage
regulator.
5. Press several times to display the operating values for current, out-
put and phase angle.
6. Compare operating values with operating measurement devices.
7. To set the on-load tap-changer's desired value, manually control until the
voltage value you want has been reached.
8. Set desired voltage value Vdesired to this value.
9. Set bandwidth "B %"in relation to the step voltage.
Vn-1 Un
[±B % ] 0.6  100 %
Vnominal
10.Set time delay T1 to 20 s and control response to T1 linearly.
11.Press to raise the on-load tap-changer 1 step.
12.Press to select automatic mode.

 After 20 s, the voltage regulator returns the on-load tap-changer to the
original operating position.
13.Press to select manual mode.
14.Press to lower the on-load tap-changer 1 step.

15.Activate the time delay T2 and set it to 10s.
16.Press twice to raise the on-load tap-changer 2 steps.

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17.Press to select automatic mode.

 After 20 s, the voltage regulator lowers the on-load tap-changer one
step and after another 10 seconds another step.
18.Press to select manual mode.

19.Set the delay times T1 and T2 to the required values. If T2 is not used,
then set to "OFF".
When the transformer is first put into operation, we would recommend set-
ting the delay time T1 temporarily to 100 seconds. Depending on the oper-
ating conditions, you will only be able to determine the time delay after a
longer period of observation. It is useful to register the values for the actual
voltage and the number of tap-change operations per day.
If you wish the voltage regulator to exhibit an integral control response, set
an integral time response for time delay T1. The greater the control devia-
tion, the shorter the delay time.

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6.2.2 Function tests for additional functions
The on-load tap-changer can only be controlled in manual mode using the
or keys.
Check and set undervoltage blocking V<

2. Set the undervoltage blocking V< to 85 %.
3. The desired voltage value should be adjusted such that the actual voltage
is below the undervoltage blocking V<.
Example: Actual voltage = 100 V, set desired value to a value greater than
100 V / 0.85 = 117 V.
 The undervoltage V< LED will light up.
 After around 10 seconds the undervoltage message appears and the
signal relay is activated. Contact IO-X1:18/19 opens and contact IO-
X1:18/20 closes.
4. Press to select automatic mode.

 The regulator is blocked and does not therefore issue any control
commands.

6. Set the operating values you want for desired value and undervoltage
blocking.

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Checking and setting overvoltage detection V>

2. Set overvoltage detection V> to 115 %.
3. The desired voltage value should be adjusted such that the actual voltage
is above the overvoltage detection V>.
Example: Actual voltage = 100 V, set desired value to a value less than
100 V / 1.15 = 87 V.
 The overvoltage V> LED will light up.
 The overvoltage message appears and the signal relay is activated.
Contact IO-X1:18/19 opens and contact IO-X1:18/20 closes.

 The LOWER output relay periodically emits a control command at ap-
prox. 1.5 s intervals.

6. Set the operating values you want for desired value and overvoltage block-
ing.

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Set overcurrent blocking I> (and optionally undercurrent blocking I<).

1. Set overcurrent blocking I> (optionally undercurrent blocking I<) to the val-
ue you want.
A function test is not necessary.
Checking and setting activation of desired value 2 and desired value 3

1. Set desired value 2 to the value you want.

3. Apply voltage L+ to terminal X4:17 (X4:17 = default setting).
 Desired value 2 is shown on the main screen.
4. Set desired value 3 to the value you want.

6. Apply voltage L+ to terminal X4:18 (X4:18 = default setting).
 Desired value 3 is shown on the main screen.

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Checking and setting line drop compensation (LDC)
A load current of ≥ 10 % of the nominal transformer current is needed for the

following function tests.

2. Set parameters for LDC and Z compensation to 0.
3. Select the control deviation (dV) display on the main screen (press if
necessary).
 The measured voltage must be within the bandwidth.
4. Set line drop compensation "Vr line drop comp." to 20.0V.
 The control deviation dV must be negative.
5. Set line drop compensation "Vr line drop comp." to -20.0V.
 The control deviation dV must be positive.
If the control deviation appears in the opposite direction, change the polarity
of the current transformer.
6. Set line drop compensation "Vr line drop comp." to the operating value you
want.

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Checking and setting Z compensation

2. Set parameters for LDC and Z compensation to 0.
3. Select the control deviation (dV) display on the main screen (press if
necessary).
 The measured voltage must be within the bandwidth.
4. Set the "Z compensation" and "Z comp. limit value" parameters to 15 %.
 The control deviation dV must be negative.
If the control deviation appears in the opposite direction, change the polarity
of the current transformer.
5. Set the "Z compensation" and "Z comp. limit value" parameters to the op-
erating values you want.
Installation of the voltage regulator is now complete and it is commissioned for

simplex mode. Note the operating instructions provided during operation.
If the voltage regulator is to be used for parallel operation, then continue to

the next section.

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6.2.3 Function tests for parallel operation
Perfect functioning in parallel operation requires the voltage regulator to be

commissioned in simplex mode. Make sure that the conditions below have
been fulfilled.
► All voltage regulators are set to the same operating parameters for voltage
value, sensitivity and delay time T1.
► Set the circulating reactive current sensitivity to 0 % and the circulating
reactive current blocking to 20 % (see operating instructions) for all voltage
regulators.
► All settings should be undertaken in manual mode.
► Give each voltage regulator an individual address on the CAN bus (see
operating instructions).
6.2.3.1 Function tests in accordance with the circulating reactive current me-
thod
The following sections describe how to carry out function tests for parallel op-
eration in accordance with the circulating reactive current method.

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6.2.3.1.1 Setting circulating reactive current sensitivity

1. Adjust both transformers in simplex mode to the same voltage by means of
the on-load tap-changer.
 When both voltage regulators are in a state of equilibrium, then the val-
ue of the control deviation "dV [%]" is smaller than the set bandwidth
"B %" and the time bar is not filled.
2. Connect the transformers in parallel and enable the parallel control.
 The two voltage regulators must still be in a state of equilibrium.
 The "Parallel operation" LED on the front panel is illuminated.
3. Switch one of the two transformers up one voltage step and the other
transformer down one voltage step.
 The two voltage regulators must still be in a state of equilibrium.
4. Adjust the "circulating reactive current sensitivity" until the display of the
result exceeds the set value for the bandwidth by approx. 0.2 % to 0.3 %.
 The value for the result changes in the help text in the last line of the
display.
5. Set the value given in step 4 for all voltage regulators in parallel operation.
6. Select the AUTO operating mode for both voltage regulators.
 The voltage regulators return the on-load tap-changers to the earlier
operating positions.
If the earlier operating positions are not reached, then the "circulating reactive
current sensitivity" should be increased.
If the on-load tap-changers pass each other, then the "circulating reactive cur-
rent sensitivity" should be reduced.
After the parameter "circulating reactive current sensitivity" has been set, con-
tinue.

6 Commissioning
6.2.3.1.2 Setting circulating reactive current blocking
1. Press on 1 voltage regulator to select manual mode.

2. Using manual control, adjust the relevant motor-drive unit upwards (e.g. 1 -
2 steps) by the maximum permitted difference of the operating positions
between the parallel operating transformers.
When setting circulating reactive current blocking in the following step of the
procedure, wait approx. 2 to 3 seconds between the individual steps.
3. From the set value of 20 %, reduce the circulating reactive current blocking
in 1% until the message "Parallel operation error: circulating reactive cur-
rent limit exceeded" appears.
 The LED lights up when the circulating reactive current blocking limit is
reached.
 The voltage regulators block any further regulation.
 After 30 seconds (time adjustable) the signaling relay X5:12 (X5:12 =
default setting) responds.
4. Increase the circulating reactive current blocking again until the message
"Parallel operation error: circulating reactive current limit exceeded" disap-
pears.

 The motor-drive unit is automatically returned to the original operating
position.
6. Set the value determined for the recirculating reactive current blocking on
the other regulators as well.
If one or all voltage regulators indicate "Parallel operation error: circulating

reactive current limit exceeded" although the control inputs are correctly con-
nected for all the voltage regulators, then all the voltage regulators block.
This could be due to various causes. Further information is given in the chap-
ter "Troubleshooting" in the operating instructions.

6 Commissioning
6.2.3.2 Function tests in accordance with tap synchronization (mas-

ter/follower/auto)
The following sections describe how to carry out function tests for parallel op-
eration in accordance with the master/follower tap synchronization method.
Before starting the function test carry out the following steps:
► Select the relevant method and assign the master function to a voltage
regulator.
► Assign the follower function to the other voltage regulators.
► Check the tap position display. The master and follower must be in the
same step.
 The function test can now be started.
1. Set the tapping direction.

2. Set master to manual mode and proceed manually.
3. Set follower to automatic mode.
 The follower must follow the master control command.
4. Set master to AUTO mode.
5. Set follower to MANUAL mode.
6. Change follower by one step manually.
 After expiry of the set delay time for parallel operation errors, the error
message "Tap position deviation to follower" appears on the master.
7. Set follower to AUTO mode.
 The follower must follow the master control command.
8. Set master to AUTO mode.
9. Set follower to MANUAL mode.
10.Change the follower manually by the maximum permitted tap difference
+1.
 After expiry of the set delay time for parallel operation errors, the error
message "Parallel operation error: permitted tap position deviation to
master exceeded" appears on the follower AND the error message "Pa-
rallel operation error: tap position deviation to follower" appears on the
master.
11.Set follower to AUTO mode.
 There is no response. All regulators remain blocked.

6 Commissioning
12.Set master and follower to MANUAL mode and adjust manually to the tar-
get step.
As in parallel operation the tap positions of the transformers which are running
in parallel with one another are compared according to the "automatic tap
synchronization" method, it is absolutely essential that these transformers
have the same position designation and that the "Raise" or "Lower" signals
produce the same voltage change in all transformers.
If instances arise where the follower voltage regulator(s) switch(es) the master
voltage regulator step change in the opposite direction, then the setting for the
follower parameter must be changed from "Default" to "Swapped".
Installation of the voltage regulator is now complete and it is commissioned.
Note the operating instructions provided during operation.

7 Functions and settings
This chapter describes all the functions and setting options for the voltage
regulator. The setting values appear in the relevant sections or in summary in
the table. The chapters are laid out following the menu structure of the device.
The voltage regulator functions are set using the keys on the device. Settings
can only be carried out in manual mode (MANUAL) with deactivated key lock.
The procedure for activating or deactivating the key lock is described in the
following sections.
7.1 Key lock
The voltage regulator is equipped with a key lock for protection against unin-
tentional operation. Parameters can only be carried out in manual mode (MA-
NUAL) with deactivated key lock.
7.1.1 Activating key lock
To activate the key lock, proceed as follows:
► Press and at the same time.

A confirmation (see diagram) appears on screen
for a short period. The key lock is activated. Pa-
rameters can no longer be entered.
7.1.2 Deactivating key lock
To deactivate the key lock, proceed as follows:
► Press and at the same time.

The key lock is deactivated. Parameters can be
entered.

7.2 NORMset
Instead of parameterizing the voltage regulator manually, NORMset mode

enables easy and user-friendly commissioning of the voltage regulator with a
limited set of parameters. When this mode is selected, the factory settings re-
quired for voltage regulation are adopted.
When commissioning the voltage regulator in NORMset mode, the following

parameters must be set:
 Desired value 1
 Primary voltage
 Secondary voltage
When these 3 parameters have been set, the voltage regulator is ready to op-
erate.
Once NORMset has been activated, no more settings can be undertaken for
line compensation.
The desired value is compared with the measured voltage present on the vol-
tage regulator depending on the unit defined, i.e. V (secondary voltage of vol-
tage transformer) or kV (primary voltage of voltage transformer). If additional
information on current and phase angle are required, connect the current
transformer and adjust the current connection data (see "Setting the cur-
rent transformer connection" on page 141).

After the desired voltage level and voltage transformer data have been en-
tered, if NORMset is activated the voltage regulator checks the grid conditions
and automatically adapts other settings, composed partly of predefined para-
meters and default values.
All other parameters required for simple voltage regulation are predefined in
the factory.
The procedure for activating or deactivating NORMset mode is described in

the following sections.
A manual tap-change operation is required once NORMset has been acti-

vated. This is how the voltage regulator determines the bandwidth required.
If the transformer has been switched off, another manual tap-change oper-
ation is required.
If NORMset is activated, the bandwidth and delay time settings will be un-
dertaken automatically by the voltage regulator.
The following control parameters must be set in NORMset mode:
 Desired value 1
 Primary voltage
 Secondary voltage

The following parameters are not set automatically using the NORMset
mode:
 Undervoltage limit
 Overvoltage limit
 Undercurrent limit
 Overcurrent limit
If required, these parameters must be set manually.
1. > Normset.
<00> Normset activation.
2. To activate Normset, press or to

select "On"
.
3. Press .
4. Press or to perform a
manual tap-change operation.
The LED for the NORMset operating display lights
up. The Normset mode is activated.

7.2.1 Entering NORMset desired value 1
Desired values set in kV apply to the primary voltage of the connected voltage
transformer. Desired values set in kV apply to the secondary voltage of the
connected voltage transformer. All transformer data (see "Transformer da-
ta" on page 137) must be entered correctly.
Settings in kV are only possible if you have previously entered the parame-
ters for primary and secondary voltage.
Setting range Step size Factory setting

49 V…140 V 0.1 V 100 V
Table 8 Setting range for NORMset desired value 1 in V

0 kV...9999 kV 1 kV
0 kV...999.9 kV 0.1 kV 1 kV
0 kV...99.99 kV 0.01 kV
Table 9 Setting range for NORMset desired value 1 in kV
To set desired voltage value 1, proceed as follows:
1. > Normset > 1x .

<01> Desired value 1.
2. Press to highlight a digit position.

The digit position you want is highlighted
and the value can be changed.
3. Press to increase the value or to

reduce it.
4. Press .
Desired value 1 is set.

7.2.2 Setting the primary voltage
In general, the regulator only indicates the secondary voltage in V if you have
not set the primary voltage. The primary voltage is only displayed if parameter
"Display V / kV" has been set to kV (see "Setting the voltage display
kV/V" on page 150).
Example:
Primary voltage Secondary voltage kV or V Display

No parameterization 100 V V 100 V
110 kV 100 V kV 110 kV
Table 10 Example of displayed values in V or kV

0 kV...9999 kV 1 kV
0 kV...999.9 kV 0.1 kV 0 kV
0 kV...99.99 kV 0.01 kV
Table 11 Setting range for primary voltage in kV

To set the primary voltage, proceed as follows:
1. > Normset > 2x .

<02> Primary voltage.
2. Press to highlight the decimal place.

The decimal place is defined and the value
can be changed.


reduce it.
5. Press .
The primary voltage is set.

7.2.3 Setting the secondary voltage
The secondary voltage is displayed and entered in V.

57 V...125 V 0.1 V 100 V
Table 12 Setting range for secondary voltage in V
To set the secondary voltage, proceed as follows:
1. > Normset > 3x .

<03> Secondary voltage.
2. If necessary Press to highlight the de-

cimal place.
can be changed.


reduce it.
5. Press .
The secondary voltage is set.

7.3 Parameters
This section describes all the functions, parameters and recommended setting
ranges for voltage regulation using the voltage regulator. To make it easier for
you to find specific parameters, the description refers to subgroups of individ-
ual parameters with related functions.
7.3.1 Setting control parameters
This submenu contains all the parameters required for the control function.
 Desired values 1/2/3
 Bandwidth
 Delay time T1
 Control response T1
 Delay time T2
The desired voltage level, Vtarget is specified as a fixed value. The desired
value can be entered using the voltage regulator user interface, both in the
NORMset mode subgroup and in the parameter mode subgroup.
In addition, the voltage regulator provides the option of changing the desired
value during operation if this is necessary.
The desired values are activated using binary inputs. Up to 3 desired values
can be entered in parameter mode:
 Desired value 1
 Desired value 2
 Desired value 3
Desired value 1 is the default desired value.Desired values 2 or 3 are acti-

vated if there is a continuous signal at the pre-assigned IO-X1/17 or IO-X1/16
inputs (factory preset).If there is a signal at both inputs at the same time, de-
sired value 2 is active.
The following sections describe how to set the desired values.

7.3.2 Setting desired value 1
Desired values set in kV apply to the primary voltage of the voltage transfor-
mer. Desired values set in V apply to the secondary voltage of the voltage
transformer. The transformer data (see "Transformer data" on page 137)
must be entered correctly.

49 V…140 V 0.1 V 100 V
Table 13 Setting range for desired value 1 in V

0.1 kV...999.9 kV 1 kV
0.1 kV...99.9 kV 0.1 kV 1kV
0.1 kV...99.99 kV 0.01 kV
Table 14 Setting range for desired voltage value 1 in kV
To set desired voltage value 1, proceed as follows:
1. > Parameter > Control para-

meter.
2. If you have already entered the transformer da-
ta, press to select the unit you want, "V"

or "kV".


reduce it.
5. Press .

Desired value 2 is activated if there is a continuous signal at IO X1/17 or IO-

X1/16 provided you previously programmed the IOs accordingly (on page
156).

49 V… 140 V 1V 100 V

0.1 kV...999.9 kV 1 kV
0.1 kV...999.9 kV 0.1 kV 1 kV
0.1 kV...99.99 kV 0.01 kV
Table 16 Setting range for desired voltage value 2 in kV
To set desired value 2, proceed as follows:
meter > 1x .
<01> Desired value 2

or "kV".


reduce it..
5. Press .

Desired value 3 is activated if there is a continuous signal at IO X1/17 or IO-

X1/16 provided you had previously programmed the IOs (see "Configuring
control inputs IO1-X1:33/31" on page 155).

49 V… 140 V 1V 100 V

0 kV...999.9 kV 1 kV
0 kV...999.9 kV 0.1 kV 1 kV
0 kV...99.99 kV 0.01 kV
Table 18 Setting range for desired value 3 in kV
To set desired value 3, proceed as follows:

meter.
> 2x .

or "kV".


reduce it.
5. Press .

7.3.5 Bandwidth
The bandwidth is the permitted deviation of the measured voltage from the se-
lected desired value. If the measured voltage is inside the bandwidth, then no
control commands are issued to the on-load tap-changer.
If the measured voltage deviates from the specified bandwidth, a tap-change

command occurs after the set delay time T1. The on-load tap-changer carries
out a switching operation in a positive or negative direction.
If the level is persistently above or below the bandwidth, the "Function moni-
toring" message alert is triggered after 15 minutes. The corresponding relay is
also activated. The message alert is only reset when the deviation returns to
within the set bandwidth.
Figure 14 Measured voltage and bandwidth over time
1 ΔVstep: Step voltage

2 Vdesired: Desired value in V
3 B%: Bandwidth range
4 T1: Set delay time
5 Vactual: Measured voltage
a Vactual outside the bandwidth, T1 starts
b Vactual within bandwidth before T1 lapses, no tap-change operation
c Vactual outside the bandwidth, T1 starts
d Vactual outside B% before T1 lapses, tap-change operation initiated
e Tap-change operation complete, Vactual within the bandwidth

7.3.5.1 Visual display
The deviation from the set bandwidth is shown visually in the voltage regulator
display. The measured voltage mark shows whether the measured voltage is
above, inside or below the set bandwidth. Progress of delay time T1 is indi-
cated by the time bar in the voltage regulator's display gradually filling. The
seconds display above this indicates the remaining delay time T1.
Figure 15 Visual display of deviation from desired value
1 Bandwidth (upper and lower limit)

2 Time bar for delay time T1
3 Desired voltage value
4 Measured voltage
5 Remaining delay time T1

7.3.5.2 Determining bandwidth
In order to be able to set the value correctly, the transformer's step voltage
and nominal voltage must be known.
The following value is recommended for the bandwidth "B %":
Vn-1 Un
[±B % ] 0.6  100 %
Vnominal
where:
Vn-1: Step voltage of position n-1
Vn: Step voltage of position n
Vnominal Nominal voltage
The bandwidth must be selected in such a way that the output voltage of
the transformer (Vactual) returns to within the specified tolerance range after
the tap change .
If too small a bandwidth is defined, the output voltage exceeds the band-
width selected and the voltage regulator must immediately issue a tap-
change command in the opposite direction.
If a very large bandwidth is selected, this results in a major control devia-
tion.

Sample calculation
The following transformer parameters are used by way of example for deter-
mining the recommended bandwidth:
Nominal voltage: Vnominal = 11000 V

Step voltage of position 4: Vstep4 = 11275 V
Step voltage of position 5: Vstep5 = 11000 V
Following the recommendation for calculating bandwidth, our example results
in:
UStep4UStep5
[±B % ]0.6  100 %
Vnominal
11275 V11000 V
[±B % ]0.6  100 %
11000 V
[±B % ]1.5 %

7.3.5.3 Setting the bandwidth

0.5 %...9 % 0.01 %...1 % 1%
Table 19 Setting range for bandwith
The calculated bandwidth is entered as follows:
meter > 3x .
<03> Bandwidth.


reduce it.
4. Press .
The bandwidth is set.

7.3.6 Setting delay time T1
Time delay T1 delays the issuing of a tap-change command for a defined pe-
riod. This function prevents unnecessary tap change operations if the toler-
ance bandwidth is exited for a short time.
If the current measured voltage leaves the bandwidth, delay time T1 starts.
This is shown visually in the display by the time bar filling and the remaining
time being indicated.
If the control deviation is still present after the delay time, a tap-change com-
mand is issued.
If during the delay time the measured voltage returns to within the bandwidth
range, the delay time still running is counted down in seconds starting from
the time already expired. The absolute time displayed disappears from the
display. The time bar graph is shown hatched and shrinks steadily. If the
measured voltage exceeds the set bandwidth once more whilst the time is not
displayed, then the time delay is restarted from the remaining time.
The advantage of counting the time back down is that, if the bandwidth is ex-
ceeded frequently, the voltage regulator does not start counting again at 0
seconds, but uses the time already elapsed as the starting point for beginning
the next delay time.


0 s...600 s 1s 40 s
Table 20 Setting range for delay time T1
To set the delay time T1, proceed as follows:
meter > 4x .
<04> Delay time T1.

3. Press to increase the time or to re-

duce it.
4. Press .
The delay time T1 is set.

7.3.7 Setting control response T1
The delay time T1 can be set to linear or integral. With "Linear time" the vol-
tage regulator responds with a constant delay time which is independent of
the control deviation.
If "Integral time" is set, the delay time decreases depending on the ratio of
current control deviation to set bandwidth B, to a minimum of 1 second. The
greater the control deviation (ΔV) the shorter the response time. This means
that the voltage regulator reacts faster to unexpectedly large voltage changes
in the grid. The regulation accuracy therefore increases at the expense of
switching frequency (see diagram).
Figure 16 ∆V/B voltage change
1 "Delay time T1" parameter
ΔV/B: Control deviation "ΔV" as % of desired value as ratio to the set band-
width "B" as % of desired value.

To set the control response T1, proceed as follows:
meter > 5x .
<05> Control response T1.
2. Press to select "T1 linear" or to se-

lect "T1 integral".
3. Press .
The control response T1 is set.
7.3.8 Activating/deactivating delay time T2
The delay time T2 only takes effect if more than one tap-change operation is
required for returning the voltage to within the specified bandwidth. With
integral control response in particular, the time until release of an output pulse
would increase after each tap change process.
The first output pulse occurs after the set delay time T1. After the set delay
time T2 has elapsed, additional pulses occur. These are needed to correct the
existing control deviation.
To activate/deactivate the delay time T2, proceed as follows:
To activate/deactivate the delay time T2, proceed as follows:
meters > 6x .
<06> T2 activation.
2. Press or to activate/deactivate T2.
3. Press .
The delay time T2 is activated/deactivated.

7.3.9 Setting delay time T2
The following section describes how to set the delay time T2.

1 s...10 s 0.1 s 10 s
Table 21 Setting range for delay time T2
In general, the delay time T2 should be greater than the pulse duration and
the maximum ope-rating time of the motor-drive unit. This applies to
continuous settings in particular.
To set the delay time T2, proceed as follows:
meter > 7x .
<07> Delay time T2.

duce it.
3. Press .
The delay time T2 is set.

7.3.10 Limit values
This subgroup contains all the parameters required for monitoring the limit
values. The limit values can be set as percentages or absolute values.
For the "undervoltage" and "overvoltage" parameters, the inputs basically re-
late to the specified desired value. For "overcurrent" and "undercurrent", the
values relate to set nominal current of the current transformer i.e. the selected
current transformer connection.
7.3.10.1 Activating/deactivating absolute limit values
When you activate absolute limit values, these are used in place of those re-
lating to the desired value. The following settings are possible:
Setting Effect
Off The percentage values entered are used
On The absolute values entered are used
Table 22 Activation/deactivation of absolute limit values
To activate/deactivate the absolute limit values, proceed as follows:
1. > Parameter > Limit values.

<00> Absolute limit values.
2. Press for "On" setting or for "Off"

setting.
3. Press .
The absolute limit value is activated/deactivated.

7.3.10.2 Setting the limit value undervoltage V<
Undervoltage blocking prevents tap-change operations if there is a power cut.

The voltage regulator output pulses are blocked and the red "V<" LED lights
up as soon as the measured voltage falls below the set blocking value.
7.3.10.3 Setting the limit value undervoltage V<
If the measured voltage falls below the set limit value, the signaling relay is
permanently activated after around 10 seconds (IO-X1/18, IO-X1/19, IO-X1/20
contacts). If the measured voltage and/or supply voltage fails (< 30 V), the
signaling relay is not activated. This function is a default setting and you can
deactivate it (see "Activating/deactivating signal for undervoltage V< be-
low 30 V" on page 111).
The limit value for undervoltage blocking is set as a percentage of the set de-
sired value.

60 %...100 %
1% 90 %
of desired value
Table 23 Setting range for undervoltage blocking V< as percentage
To set the undervoltage blocking, proceed as follows:
1. > Parameter > Limit values >
1x .
<01> Undervoltage V< [%].

reduce it.
3. Press .
The undervoltage blocking V< is set.

7.3.10.4 Setting the limit value undervoltage V< as absolute value
You can also set the "Undervoltage blocking" function as an absolute value.
The "On" selection must have been activated under "Absolute limit values".
The value can be set as an absolute value (unit V). If you use the key to
change the display to "kV", this value relates to the primary transformer vol-
tage. If you change the display to V, this relates to the secondary voltage.

40 V...160 V 0.1 V 90 V
Table 24 Setting range for undervoltage blocking V< in V, absolute val-
ues

0 kV...2 kV 1 kv 1 kV
Table 25 Setting range for undervoltage blocking V<, absolute values in
kV
2x .
<02> Undervoltage V< [V].
2. If necessary press to select the unit you

want, "V" or "kV".

reduce it.
4. Press .
The undervoltage blocking V< is set.

7.3.10.5 Setting the V> overvoltage limit value [%]
When the overvoltage detection responds, the on-load tap-changer is acti-

vated by periodical control of the motor-drive unit until the measured voltage
is less than the set overvoltage limit value. This is controlled by the output re-
lay for the "Lower" switching direction at the intervals dictated by the set
switching pulse duration without the set switching delay becoming active. At
the same time, the "V>" LED is illuminated and a signaling relay is activated
(IO-X1-X1/19, IO-X1/20 contacts) as long as there is overvoltage. You can
set the interval for LOWER (see "Setting the switching pulse duration" on
page 152).
Instead of the high-speed return control function, the control can also be
blocked if the overvoltage value is exceeded.
The V> overvoltage limit is given as a percentage of the set desired value.

100 %...140 %
1% 110 %
of desired value
Table 26 Setting range for V> overvoltage limit as percentage
To set overvoltage blocking, proceed as follows:
3x .
<03> Overvoltage V> [%].

reduce it.
3. Press .
V> overvoltage blocking is set.

7.3.10.6 Setting the V> overvoltage limit value as an absolute value
You can also set the "Overvoltage blocking" function as an absolute value.
The "On" selection must have been activated under "Absolute limit values".
The value can be set as an absolute value (unit V). If you use the key to
change the display to "kV", this value relates to the primary transformer vol-
tage. If you change the display to V, this relates to the secondary voltage.

100 V...160 V 0.1 V 110 V
Table 27 Setting range for overvoltage blocking V> in V, absolute value

0 kV...2 kV 1 kv 1 kV
Table 28 Setting range for overvoltage blocking V> in kV, absolute val-
ue
4x .
<04> Overvoltage V> [V].

want, "V" or "kV".

reduce it.
4. Press .
V> overvoltage blocking is set.

7.3.10.7 Setting limit value I> overcurrent
The I> overcurrent blocking prevents tap-change operations during load cur-
rents which are higher than the selected limit value (e.g. overload).
As soon as the measured current exceeds the set blocking value, control is
blocked. The "I>" LED lights up and the relevant signaling relay is permanent-
ly activated (IO-X1/18, IO-X1/19, IO-X1/20 contacts).
The value is entered as a percentage. You can use the key to change
the input from a percentage [%] to absolute values in amps [A]. In both cases,
the value relates to the nominal current of the current transformer.

50 %...210 % 1% 110 %
Table 29 Setting range for I> overcurrent blocking as %

1 A…2 A 1A 1A
Table 30 Setting range for I> overcurrent blocking in A
To set the limit value I> overcurrent for overcurrent blocking, proceed as fol-
lows:
5x .
<05> Overcurrent I>.

want, "%" or "A".

reduce it.
4. Press .
I> overcurrent blocking is set.

7.3.10.8 Activating/deactivating function monitoring
If the measured value leaves the current bandwidth (desired value+/-

bandwidth) for more than 15 minutes, the function monitoring relay is acti-
vated. This results in a message alert on the display which is only reset when
the measured value returns to within the current bandwidth.
If the measured voltage is below 30 V, then the measured value is outside the
bandwidth and the relevant relay is also activated after 15 minutes. You can
deactivate this function if you want to avoid a function monitoring message
when the transformer is switched off:
6x .
<06> Function monitoring.
2. Press or to activate (On)/deactivate

(Off) function monitoring.
3. Press .
The function monitoring is activated/deactivated
for voltages <30 V.

7.3.10.9 Setting signaling delay time for undervoltage V<
To prevent the undervoltage relay from activating as soon as a short-lived vol-

tage dip occurs, a delay time can be set for this signal. The undervoltage LED
will light up immediately in any case.

0 s...20 s 0.1 s 10 s
Table 31 Setting range for undervoltage V< delay for signal
To set the delay time for this signal, proceed as follows:
7x .
<07> Delay time V<.


duce it.
4. Press .
The signaling delay time for undervoltage V< is
set.

7.3.10.10 Activating/deactivating undervoltage blocking V<
The undervoltage blocking can either be activated or deactivated. If blocking

is deactivated and the value falls below that specified for blocking, then a sig-
nal appears via the relay and LED. Control is not however blocked.
To activate/deactivate the undervoltage blocking V<, proceed as follows:
8x .
<08> Blocking V<.
2. Press or to to activate/deactivate
undervoltage blocking.
3. Press .
Undervoltage blocking is activated/deactivated.
7.3.10.11 Activating/deactivating signal for undervoltage V< below 30 V
Disabling the "undervoltage V<" signal can be useful in order to avoid error
signals when the transformer is switched off (measured voltage V< 30 V at
the voltage regulator).
To disable the signal for undervoltage V<, proceed as follows:
9x .
<09> V< also below 30 V.
2. Press or to activate (on)/deactivate

(Off) the signal for undervoltage V<.
3. Press .
The signal for undervoltage V< is acti-
vated/deactivated.

7.3.11 Abnormal control response
You can use this function to set how the voltage regulator responds during an
abnormal control response. To do this in automatic mode, the voltage regula-
tor monitors the number of consecutive RAISE operations within a defined
time period.
If the maximum permissible number of operations is exceeded, the voltage

regulator blocks any more RAISE operations for a time that you can set. As
an option, MR can parameterize the voltage regulator such that a signal is
output via a relay during the blocking time.
An example of how the voltage regulator responds in this case is shown be-
low.
Figure 17 Example of normal control response (left) and abnormal con-

trol response (right)
1 Controller blocked
2 Defined time period for monitoring RAISE operations
T1 Delay time T1
B% Bandwidth B%

7.3.11.1 Setting maximum number of RAISE operations
This parameter is used to define the maximum permissible number of con-

secutive RAISE operations.

0...20 1 0
Table 32 Setting range for maximum number of RAISE operations
Setting 0 deactivates the function for monitoring abnormal control response.

There is no limit on the maximum number of consecutive RAISE operations.
To set the maximum number of RAISE operations, proceed as follows:
1. > Control parameters > Limit values >
10x .
<26> Max. operations in time.

reduce it.
3. Press .
The maximum number of RAISE operations is set.

7.3.11.2 Setting time window for monitoring RAISE operations
This parameter is used to define the time period for monitoring the number of
consecutive RAISE operations.

0...1800 s 1s 120 s
Table 33 Setting range for time period for monitoring RAISE operations
To set the time period, proceed as follows:
11x .
<27> Time period for steps.

reduce it.
3. Press .
The time period is set.

7.3.11.3 Setting maximum number of RAISE operations
This parameter is used to define the blocking time after the maximum per-
missible number of consecutive RAISE operations has been reached. Any fur-
ther RAISE command during this blocking time is blocked.

0...600 s 1s 300 s
Table 34 Setting range for blocking time after the maximum permissible
number of RAISE operations has been reached.
To set the blocking time, proceed as follows:
12x .
<28> T block max. number of steps

reduce it.
3. Press .
The blocking time is set.

7.3.11.4 Setting counting behavior
This parameter can be used to define the counting behavior. All RAISE opera-
tions within the defined time period are counted as standard, even if they have
been interrupted by a LOWER operation. Alternatively, you can stipulate that
the counter is set to 0 during a LOWER operation.
Parameters Function
Off LOWER operations do not affect the counting method.
On The counter is reset during a LOWER operation.
Table 35 Setting range for blocking time after the maximum permissible
number of RAISE operations has been reached.
To set the blocking time, proceed as follows:
13x .
<29> Lower -> Raise counter 0.
2. Press or to set the option you want.
3. Press .
The required option is selected.

7.3.12 Compensation
The quality of the energy supply depends not only on the voltage at the bus-
bar of the supply transformer (measurement value V), but also the voltage di-
rectly at the equipment.
In some cases the line impedance - of the cables or overhead lines - needs to
be taken into account for voltage regulation. A significant (load-dependent)
voltage drop can occur in these cables. This voltage drop is dependent on the
following factors on the load:
 Impedance (apparent resistance)
 Cable
 Electrical current
 Phase angle φ
The voltage regulator has two options for compensating a load-related voltage
drop between the transformer and the consumer:
 Line-drop compensation
 Z compensation
Comparison of line-drop compensation and Z compensation
Z compensation:
 can be used with minor changes in the phase angle cos φ
 is not dependent on phase angle cos φ
 simple to set
 can also be used in meshed grids
Line-drop compensation (vectorial compensation):

 provides more precise compensation of cable voltage drops
 requires several parameters
 requires full knowledge of the cable data
Both options are described in more detail in the following sections.

7.3.12.1 Line-drop compensation
Line drop compensation requires exact cable data. Line voltage drops can be
compensated very accurately using LDC.
To set the LDC correctly requires calculation of the ohmic and inductive vol-
tage drops, related to the secondary side of the voltage transformer in V. Cor-
rect set-ting of the existing measuring circuit is also necessary.
The setting values must first be calculated in order to enter the correct values
for the ohmic and inductive voltage drops.
Sample calculation:
Vr LDC setting for ohmic line voltage drop in V

Vx LDC setting for inductive line voltage drop in V
Nominal current in A of selected current transformer connection
IN on voltage regulator:
0.2 A; 1 A or 5 A
RCT Current transformer ratio; for example 200 A/5 A
RVT Current transformer ratio
r Ohmic line resistance in Ω/km per phase
x Inductive line resistance in Ω/km per phase
L Length of line in km
Formula for calculating the ohmic voltage drop:
Formula for calculating the inductive voltage drop:

Calculation:

If the active and reactive voltage drops "Vr" and "Vx" are set correctly, then
the voltage at the line end remains constant irrespective of the load. Figure
name
Table 36 Line drop equivalent circuit
Table 37 Line-drop compensation
The settings for the compensation methods are described in more detail be-
low:

7.3.12.2 Setting the ohmic voltage drop Vr
The calculated ohmic voltage drop must be entered in the "Vr" display.
The compensation effect can be rotated by 180° in the display using a plus or
minus sign.
Line-drop compensation and Z-compensation can be used at the same

time. So make sure that a "0" is set for the parameter for the method of
compensation not used.

-25 V...25 V 0.1 V 0V
Table 38 Setting range for ohmic voltage drop Vr
To set the ohmic voltage drop Vr, proceed as follows:
1. > Parameter > Compensation.

<00> Line drop compensation Vr.


reduce it.
4. Press .
The ohmic voltage drop Vr is set.

7.3.12.3 Setting the inductive voltage drop Vx
The calculated ohmic voltage drop must be entered in the "Vr" display.
The compensation effect can be rotated by 180° in the display using a plus or
minus sign.
If you do not want to use a method of compensation, a "0" must be entered

for both methods.
Line-drop compensation and Z-compensation can be used at the same

time. So make sure that a "0" is set for the parameter for the method of
compensation not used.

-25 V...25 V 0.1 V 0V
Table 39 Setting range for inductive voltage drop Vx
To set the inductive voltage drop Vx, proceed as follows:
1. > Parameter > Compensation
> 1x .
<01> I> Line drop compensation Vx.


reduce it.
4. Press .
The inductive voltage drop Vx is set.

7.3.12.4 Setting Z compensation
Z compensation can be used for example for minor changes to the phase an-
gle cos φ. It can also be used for meshed grids. Z compensation is not how-
ever dependent on cos φ.
To correct set the parameter, you need to calculate the voltage rise (ΔV) tak-
ing the current into account.
Sample calculation:
ΔV Z compensation setting as %
VTr Transformer voltage with current I
Voltage on line end with current I and on-load tap-changer in
VLa
same operating position
I Load current in A
Nominal current in A of selected current transformer connection
IN
on voltage regulator: 0.2 A, 1 A or 5 A
RCT Current transformer ratio; for example 200 A or 5 A
Formula for determining the voltage rise ΔV:

Calculation:
The voltage increase percentage is calculated in relation to the desired value

and must be entered in this display.
If you do not want to use a method of compensation, a "0" must be entered

for both methods.


0 %...15 %
0.1 % 0%
of desired value
Table 40 Setting range for Z compensation
To set the Z compensation, proceed as follows:
> 2x .
<02> I> Z compensation.

reduce it.
3. Press .
The Z compensation is set.

7.3.12.5 Setting the Z compensation limit value ΔV
To set a compensation value, but nevertheless avoid the voltage in the trans-
former becoming too high (e.g. with exceptionally high loading), then a limit
can be set for the maximum permitted voltage increase in relation to the de-
sired value.

0 %...15 %
0.1 % 0%
of desired value
Table 41 Setting range for Z compensation limit value ΔV
To set the limit value ΔV, proceed as follows:
> 3x .
<03> Z compensation limit value.

reduce it.
3. Press .
The limit value ΔV is set.

7.3.13 Cross-monitoring
Cross-monitoring permits the reciprocal monitoring of 2 voltage regulators.
The voltage regulator detects potential errors in the following parts and re-
ports them via the standard self-monitoring:
 Mains unit
 Processor error
 No program
Should an error occur, this is signaled via the status contact. The reciprocal
cross-monitoring can therefore only be restricted to the following:
No measured value and/or measurement card error
With voltage regulators which check one another, the measured value of the
other voltage regulator is supplied via second measurement inputs.
The measured values calculated accordingly for the voltage regulators are ob-
tained via the CAN bus and compared with the original measured values. If
the measured values deviate, the "Measured value error" signal is output via
an output relay.
The second measurement inputs should be considered separately from the

first ones. This allows voltage regulators from different voltage levels to be
checked.

Checking voltage regulation within definable upper and lower limits
A measured voltage is supplied to a voltage regulator via a second measure-

ment input. In addition to this measured value, a separate desired value, a
lower limit and an upper limit and a time delay can be set. If one of these lim-
its is exceeded, a signal is output via an output relay after the set time. If
wired accordingly, relay contacts can block the raise/lower pulse to the motor-
drive unit.
Regulation of individual voltage regulators is not affected by limit value moni-

toring.
In order to ensure communication between the monitoring voltage regulators

via the CAN bus interface, the CAN address must be entered. "1" must be as-
signed as the CAN address for the first voltage regulator and "2" for the
second one.

7.3.13.1 Setting Vdesired controller 2
You can set the desired value of the voltage regulator to be monitored as an
absolute value in V or kV units under this menu item.
If you use the key to change the display, this value relates to the primary
transformer voltage. If you change the display to V, this relates to the second-
ary voltage.

49 V – 140 V 0.1 V 100 V
Table 42 Setting range for desired value for regulator 2 (V)
To enter the desired value for voltage regulator 2, proceed as follows:
1. > Parameter > Cross-

monitoring.
<00> Vdesiredregulator 2.

reduce it.
3. Press .
The desired value for voltage regulator 2 is set.

7.3.13.2 Setting undervoltage blocking V< (absolute) for regulator 2
You can set the limit value for undervoltage blocking of the voltage regulator
to be monitored as an absolute value under this menu item.

34 V...160 V 1V 60 V
Table 43 Setting range for undervoltage blocking for regulator 2 (V)
To enter the limit value for undervoltage blocking for voltage regulator 2, pro-
ceed as follows:
monitoring > 2x .
<02> V< regulator 2.

reduce it.
3. Press .
The limit value for undervoltage blocking is set as
an absolute value.

7.3.13.3 Setting undervoltage blocking V< (absolute) for regulator 2
to be monitored as a percentage in this display.

60 %...100 % 1% 60 %
Table 44 Setting range for undervoltage blocking for regulator 2 (%)
To enter the limit value for undervoltage blocking for voltage regulator 2, pro-
ceed as follows:
monitoring > 1x .

reduce it.
3. Press .
The limit value for undervoltage blocking is set as
a %.

7.3.13.4 Setting V> overvoltage blocking for regulator 2 (%)
to be monitored as a percentage in this display.

100 %...120 % 1% 140 %
Table 45 Setting range for overvoltage blocking for regulator 2 (%)
To enter the limit value for overvoltage blocking for voltage regulator 2, pro-
ceed as follows:
monitoring > 3x .

reduce it.
3. Press .
The limit value for overvoltage blocking is set as a
%.

7.3.13.5 Setting V> overvoltage blocking for regulator 2 (absolute values)
You can set the limit value for overvoltage blocking of the voltage regulator to
be monitored as an absolute value in this display.

34 V...160 V 1V 60 V
Table 46 Setting range for overvoltage blocking for regulator 2 (V)
To enter the limit value for overvoltage blocking for voltage regulator 2, pro-
ceed as follows:
monitoring > 4x .

reduce it.
3. Press .
The limit value for overvoltage blocking is set as
an absolute value.

7.3.13.6 Setting delay time for error message
If an error is recorded by a monitoring voltage regulator, you can set the error
message delay time in this display.

0 s...10 s 1s 10 s
Table 47 Setting range for error message delay time
To set the error message delay time for voltage regulator 2, proceed as fol-
lows:
monitoring > 5x .
<05> Error message.

reduce it.
3. Press .
The delay time for the error message from voltage
regulator 2 is set.

7.3.13.7 Setting the secondary transformer voltage for regulator 2
You can set the secondary transformer voltage of the voltage regulator to be
monitored in this display.

57 V...110 V 1V 100 V
Table 48 Setting range for secondary transformer voltage for regulator 2
To set the secondary transformer voltage of voltage regulator 2, proceed as

follows:
monitoring > 6x .
<06> P.T. sec voltage reg 2.

reduce it.
3. Press .
The secondary transformer voltage of voltage
regulator 2 is set.

7.3.13.8 Setting primary transformer voltage for regulator 2
You can set the primary transformer voltage of the voltage regulator to be
monitored in this display.

0 kV...9999 kV 1 kV
0 kV...999,9 kV 0,1 kV 0 kV
0 kV...99,99 kV 0,01 kV
Table 49 Setting range for primary transformer voltage for regulator 2
To set the primary transformer voltage of voltage regulator 2, proceed as fol-

lows:
monitoring > 7x .
<07> P.T. prim voltage reg 2.

can be changed.

reduce it.
4. Press .
The primary transformer voltage of voltage regula-
tor 2 is set.

7.4 Configuration
This section describes how to carry out all the settings for configuring system-
specific data. To make it easier for you to find specific parameters, the de-
scription refers to subgroups of individual parameters with related functions.
7.4.1 Transformer data
The transformation ratios and measuring set-up for the voltage and current
transformers used can be set in the relevant displays.
The relevant settings are described in the following sections.
7.4.1.1 Setting the primary transformer voltage
In general, the regulator only displays the secondary transformer voltage in V

if you have not set the primary transformer voltage. The primary voltage is on-
ly displayed if you have previously set the "Display V / kV" parameter. The
setting variants are shown in the table below.
With a kV or V set-
Primary voltage Secondary voltage Display
ting
No parameterization 100 V V 100 V
110 kV 100 V kV 110 kV
Table 50 Example of display variants


0 kV... 9999 kV 1 kV
0 kV...999.9 kV 0.1 kV 100 kV
0 kV...99.99 kV 0.01 kV
Table 51 Setting range for primary transformer voltage
To set the primary transformer voltage, proceed as follows:
1. > Configuration > Transformer

data.
<00> Primary voltage.

can be changed.


reduce it.
5. Press .
The primary transformer voltage is set.

7.4.1.2 Setting the secondary transformer voltage
The secondary transformer voltage is displayed and entered in V.

100 V...110 V 0.1 V 100 V
Table 52 Setting range for secondary transformer voltage
To set the secondary transformer voltage, proceed as follows:
data > 1x .
<01> Secondary voltage.


reduce it.
4. Press .

7.4.1.3 Setting the primary transformer current
In general the voltage regulator displays the percentage current of the chosen
measurement input. As soon as the primary rated current (e.g. 50 A) is en-
tered in the voltage regulator, the display in the Info menu switches over to
"A" (amperes). The primary current is always displayed in "A" on the main
screen or as "0" if no primary current is specified.
Current
Setting parameter Display
feed
Info screen
Secondary cur- Electrical con-
Primary voltage Primary / sec- Main screen
rent nection
ondary current
No Unknown 1A 100 % 0A
parameterization
No 1A 1A 1A 0A
parameterization
Unknown 1A 100 % 50 A
50 A (of primary (of primary
current) current)
1A 1A 1A 50 A
50 A (of secondary (of primary
current) current)
Table 53 Example of unit displayed: % / A


100 A…10,000 A 1A 200 A
Table 54 Setting range for primary transformer current
To set the primary transformer current, proceed as follows:
data > 2x .
<02> Primary current.


reduce it.
4. Press ..
The primary transformer current is set.

7.4.1.4 Setting the current transformer connection
The current transformer connection must be selected in order to obtain the

correct display. If you set the current transformer connection to "Unknown" in
the display, the percentage value is shown. However, if a connection is se-
lected, the absolute value (in amps) is displayed. The following values can be
set:
 0.2 A
 1A
 5A
To set the current transformer connection, proceed as follows:
data > 3x .
<03> Current transformer connection.
2. Press or to select the required ter-

minal.
3. Press .
The current transformer connection has been set.

7.4.1.5 Setting the phase angle for the current/voltage transformer
The normal measuring circuit values can be set as follows:
System Setting Display

Single-phase 0 0 1PH
Three-phase 0 0 3PH
Three-phase 90 90 3PH
Three-phase 30 30 3PH
Three-phase -30 -30 3PH
Table 55 Setting options for the measuring circuits
Circuit a:
Figure 18 Circuit a - phase angle to be set 0;1PH
 Voltage transformer VT is connected to phase and neutral.

 Current transformer CT is looped in phase.
 Voltage VU and current IU are in phase.
 The line phase voltage drop is determined by current IU.

Circuit a:
Figure 19 Circuit a - phase angle to be set 0;3PH
 Voltage transformer VT is connected to U and N.

 Current transformer CT is looped in U.
 Voltage VU and current IU are in phase.
 The line phase voltage drop is determined by current IU.
Circuit b:
Figure 20 Circuit b - phase angle to be set 0;3PH
 Voltage transformer VT is connected to U and V.

 Current transformer CT1 looped in U and CT2 in V.
 Current transformer CT1and CT2 are connected crosswise in parallel.
Current summation = IU + IV.
 Current IU + IV and voltage VU V are in phase.
 The line phase voltage drop is determined by current: (IU + IV)/ 3.

Circuit c:
Figure 21 Circuit c - phase angle to be set 90;3PH

 Current transformer CT is looped in W.
 Current IW ahead of voltage VU V by 90°.
 The line phase voltage drop is determined by current IW.
Circuit d:
Figure 22 Circuit d - phase angle to be set 30;3PH

 Current transformer CT is looped in V.
 Current IV ahead of voltage VU v by 30°.
 The line phase voltage drop is determined by current IV.

Circuit e
Figure 23 Circuit e - phase angle to be set -30;3PH

 Current transformer CT is looped in U.
 Current IU lags behind voltage VU V by -30°. The line phase voltage drop is
determined by current IU.
To set the phase angle for the measured transformer circuit, proceed as fol-
lows:
data > 4x .
<04> Measured transformer circuit.
2. Press or to select the required

phase angle.
3. Press .
The phase angle is set.

7.4.2 General
This submenu enables general settings, which are also required for commis-
sioning, to be made on the device. You can change the following general set-
tings:
 Language
 Regulator ID
 Baud rate (COM1 setting)
 Voltage display kV / V
 Current display unit %/A
 Duration of raise and lower pulse
 Configuration of free inputs/outputs (IOs)
 Display dimming
 Motor runtime
7.4.2.1 Setting the language
The required display language can be set or changed in any way. The follow-
ing languages are available:
 English
 German
 French
 Spanish
 Italian
 Portuguese
1. > Configuration > General.

<00> Language.
2. Press or to select the required lan-

guage.
3. Press .

7.4.2.2 Setting the regulator ID
The regulator ID consists of a 4-digit sequence of digits and is used as addi-

tional identification for a voltage regulator.
Identification is only used for the "TAPCON®-trol - Software" visualization. If

you do not want to set the regulator ID, the serial number and firmware ver-
sion are the only features.
The regulator ID can be used to ensure that the connection is established be-
tween the visualization software and a specific voltage regulator. During on-
line communication, the software running on the PC queries this ID and
compares it with the regulator data available. This enables accurate allocation
of data or parameters.

To set the regulator ID, proceed as follows:
1. > Configuration > General >
1x .
<01> Regulator ID.
2. Press to change the first digit.
If you wish to enter a multi-digit sequence, pro-

ceed to step 3. If you do not wish to enter addi-
tional digits, proceed to step 7:
3. Press repeatedly (digit > 9) until another

position appears.
4. If necessary press to highlight a digit po-

sition.
and can be changed.
5. Press or to change the digit.

6. Repeat steps 3 to 5 until all required digits
have been entered.
7. Press .
8. The regulator ID is set.

7.4.2.3 Setting the baud rate
In this display, you can set the baud rate for the COM1 interface, for example
to define the speed of transfer for communication with the TAPCON®-trol
software. The following values can be set:
 9.6 kilobaud
 19.2 kilobaud
 38.4 kilobaud
 57.7 kilobaud
To set the baud rate, proceed as follows:
2x .
<02> Baud rate.
2. Press or to select the required baud

rate.
3. Press .
The baud rate is set.

7.4.2.4 Setting the voltage display kV/V
Switching the display from V to kV converts and displays the measurements

and setting values in the device on the primary side of the voltage transfor-
mer. However, the primary side is always displayed in kV and the secondary
side always in V.
It is only possible to change from V to kV if all the transformer data have pre-
viously been entered.
To change the desired unit for the voltage display, proceed as follows:
3x .
<03> Display kV/V.
2. Press or to to select the kV or V

unit.
3. Press .
The required unit is set for the voltage display.

7.4.2.5 Setting current display unit
In this display, you can set the unit for the limit values displayed for overcur-
rent and undercurrent as a percentage ("%") or absolute value ("A").
It is only possible to change from % to A if all the transformer data have pre-
viously been entered.
To set the desired unit for the current display, proceed as follows:
4x .
<04> Display %/A.
2. Press or to to select the % or A unit.
3. Press .
The required unit is set for the current display.

7.4.2.6 Setting the switching pulse duration
This display can be used to set the duration of the switching pulse for the mo-
tor-drive unit.
If you are setting the raise or lower switching pulse time to 1.5 seconds for
example, after the set delay waiting time T1 or T2 there will be a switching
pulse of 1.5 seconds.
The waiting time between 2 consecutive switching pulses corresponds to the

set delay time T1 or T2.
Figure 24 Switching pulse in standard operating mode
1 T1 = set delay time

2 Start of first raise/lower switching pulse
3 Ti = switching pulse duration (1.5 seconds)
4 Start of second raise/lower pulse

In Quick Tap mode the next switching pulse can only take place after
1.5 seconds.
Figure 25 Switching pulse in Quick Tap mode
1 First raise/lower switching pulse

2 Ti = Set time for switching impulse (1.5 seconds)
3 Earliest time for the next raise/lower switching pulse
A continuous pulse is output if you set the raise/lower switching pulse duration
to 0.
If the motor-drive unit does not start using the default setting (1.5 seconds),
then increase the pulse time.

0 s...10 s 0.1 s 1.5 s
Table 56 Setting range for raise/lower switching pulse duration
To set the pulse duration, proceed as follows:
5x .
<05> R/L pulse duration.
2. Press or to set the pulse duration

you want.
3. Press .
The R/L pulse duration is set.

7.4.2.7 Configuring control inputs IO1-X1:33/31
You can assign functions to freely configurable control inputs in this display.
You can assign the following functions to control inputs IO1-X1:33 and IO-
X1:31:
Possible function Description of functions

Off No function selected
Master/Follower Master mode active when signal on.
Follower mode active when signal off.
Local/Rem. "Local" mode active.
"Remote" mode off.
Blocking Automatic regulation blocked
LV S operation T1/T2 deactivated. Raise/lower switching pulse
occurs when value exceeds/falls below band-
width.
MPS tripped Signal: Motor protective switch was triggered.
Remote/Loc. "Remote" mode active.
"Local" mode off.
Table 57 Possible functions for control inputs
You can assign the "Local/Remote" function to either control input IO-X1:z 2 0
or control input IO-X1:d 20. The functions described below can be set for this
assignment:
Manual/Auto and
Manual/Auto and
Raise/Lower can be set via
Setting at Raise/Lower can be set
Signal control inputs for remote
control input with F keys on the front
control or via a serial inter-
panel
face
Off 0 or 1 Yes Yes
Local/Rem. 0 No Yes
Local/Rem. 1 Yes No
Remote/Local 0 Yes No
Remote/Local 1 No Yes
Table 58 Setting options for "Local" and "Remote" modes

If both freely configurable control inputs, IO-X1:z 2 0 and IO-X1:d 2 0, have

different or reversed settings, all voltage regulator functions are blocked.
Example:
If you have set both control inputs to "Local/Remote", and the signal is high
(1), but low (0) on the other control input, the "Manual/Auto" and
"Raise/lower" functions are not possible with either the F keys on the front
panel or the inputs for remote messages or serial interface.
To assign functions to the control inputs, proceed as follows
6x .
<06> IO1-X1:33.
2. Press or repeatedly until the re-

quired function appears in the display.
3. Press .
The function is assigned.
All control inputs can be configured as described above. All the following con-
trol inputs are available:
Page number in the dis-

Control input
Press . play
IO1-X1:33 6x <06>
IO1-X1:31 7x <07>
Table 59 Freely configurable control inputs (IOs)

7.4.2.8 Configuring output relays IO1-X1:25/26 and IO1-X1:23/24
You can assign functions to freely configurable output relays in this display.
You can assign the following functions to output relays IO1-X1:25/26 and IO-
X1:23/24:
Possible function Description of functions

Off No function selected
Master/Follower Master mode active when signal on.
Follower mode active when signal off.
Local/Rem. "Local" mode active.
"Remote" mode off.
Undervoltage Message: Undervoltage blocking.
Overvoltage Message: Overvoltage blocking.
Desired value 2 Message: Desired value 2
Desired value 3 Message: Desired value 3
Motor/drive runtime pul- Message: Pulse triggered; motor runtime ex-
se> ceeded.
Motor/drive runtime Message: Continuous signal; motor runtime ex-
continuous > ceeded.
Motor running Message: Motor running
Bandwidth < Message: Value below bandwidth.
Bandwidth > Message: Bandwidth exceeded.
Table 60 Possible functions for output relays
To assign functions to the output relays, proceed as follows
8x .
<08> IO1-X1:25/26.
2. Press or repeatedly until the de-

sired function appears in the display.
3. Press .

All output relays can be configured as described above. All the following out-
puts are available:
Page number in the dis-

Output relay
Press . play
IO1-X1:25/26 8x <08>
IO1-X1:23/24 9x <09>
Table 61 Freely configurable output relays (IOs)
7.4.2.9 Activating/deactivating display dimming
If you activate this function, the display is automatically dimmed if no key is

pressed within a period of 15 minutes. However, the display can still be read.
Activating this function extends the lifespan of the display. The display returns
to full brightness by pressing any key.
7.4.2.10 Activating/deactivating display dimming
10x .
<10> Display off.
2. Press or to switch on (ON) / switch

off (OFF) display dimming.
3. Press .
Display dimming is activated/deactivated.

7.4.2.11 Monitoring motor runtime
The motor-drive unit's runtime can also be monitored by the voltage regulator.
This function is used to identify motor-drive unit malfunctions during the tap-
change operation and to trigger any actions needed.
The corresponding control input must be correctly wired and parameterized to

"Motor running" in order to use runtime monitoring. The motor runtime must
also be set.
The motor-drive unit supplies the "Motor-drive unit running" signal during the
tap-change operation. This signal is present until the tap-change operation is
complete. The voltage regulator compares the duration of this signal with the
motor runtime set. If the set motor runtime is exceeded, the voltage regulator
triggers various actions:
1. "Motor runtime monitoring" message
2. Continuous signal via output relay "Motor-drive unit runtime exceeded"
(optional)
3. Impulse signal via output relay "Trigger motor protective switch" (optional)

7.4.2.12 Wiring and parameterizing control input/output relay
If you want to monitor the motor runtime, the voltage regulator and motor-
drive unit must be connected and parameterized as shown below.
Figure 26 Wiring for motor runtime monitoring
1 "Motor running" control input I/O

2 "Motor protective switch triggered" control input I/O (optional)
3 "Trigger motor protective switch" output relay I/O (optional)
4 "Motor-drive unit runtime exceeded" output relay I/O (optional)
If you want to use the output relay, the feedback from the motor-drive unit
"Motor protective switch triggered" must be wired to a control input and pa-
rameterized. This message resets the "Motor runtime exceeded" output relay
when the motor protective switch is switched back on and activates the "Mo-
tor protective switch triggered" message.


0 s...30 s 0.1 s 0s
Table 62 Setting range for motor runtime
To set the motor runtime, proceed as follows:
If the motor runtime monitoring is set to "0.0 s" this equates to it being
switched off.
11x .
<11> Motor runtime.


reduce it.
4. Press .
The motor runtime is set.

7.4.3 Parallel operation
Mains power supply sometimes requires an increase in the short-circuit ca-

pacity or the throughput capacity at a site. For this reason, step transformers
are connected in parallel.
A safer and more cost effective parallel operation is achieved if the joint ca-
pacity of the transformers connected in parallel is utilized without overloading
individual transformers.
Compliance with the following general conditions is recommended for operat-

ing transformers in parallel:
 Identical rated voltage
 Ratio of transformer output (<3:1)
 Maximum deviation of short-circuit voltages (VK) for transformers con-
nected in parallel ≤10 %
 Same number of switching groups
You can use the voltage regulator to control up to 16 transformers on a bus-

bar connected in parallel in one or 2 groups without
detecting the system topology. Information exchange is carried out using the
CAN bus. Parallel operation is activated using one of 2 status inputs or the
control system.
There are 2 reasons for setting up parallel operating mode:

1. To increase the short-circuit capacity
2. To increase the throughput capacity
Parallel control can take one of two forms:

 Parallel operation following the "Circulating reactive current minimum"
principle
 Parallel operation following the "Tap synchronization" (master/follower)
principle

7.4.3.1 Selecting parallel operation method
The following sections describe which parallel operation methods can be se-
lected and set. Four different methods can be assigned to the voltage regula-
tors:
Circulating reactive current

 Recommended transformer data
 No tap position capture required
Tap synchronization (master/follower)

 Transformers with identical ratings
 Tap position capture required
Automatic tap synchronization
Off
 Parallel operation is deactivated
Before activating a parallel operation method, additional requirements must

be met:
 Correct individual CAN bus addresses must be set (0).
 The parallel operation group 1 or 2 must be selected or activated using a
predefined IO.
The following sections describe how to activate a parallel operation method.

7.4.3.2 Deactivating parallel operation
To deactivate the parallel operation method, proceed as follows:
1. > Configuration > Parallel op-

eration.
<00> Parallel operation method.
2. Press or to Deactivate the parallel

operation method by selecting "Off".
3. Press .
The parallel operation method is deactivated.
7.4.3.3 Selecting circulating reactive current sensitivity
When circulating reactive current is selected, then parallel operation is carried

out using the circulating reactive current minimization method. The circulating
reactive current is calculated from the transformer currents and their phase
angles. A voltage proportional to the circulating reactive current is added to
the independently operating voltage regulators as a correction for the mea-
surement voltage. This voltage correction can be reduced or increased using
the circulating reactive current sensitivity setting.
The circulating reactive current sensitivity is suited to transformers connected

in parallel with a similar nominal output and nominal voltage VK and to vector
groups with the same and different step voltages. This does not require any
information about the tap position.
This parallel operation method requires each transformer in the parallel

switching group to be controlled by a separate voltage regulator. A separate
parallel control unit is also needed for each transformer.

When setting the "circulating reactive current" parallel operation method, the
values for blocking and circulating reactive current sensitivity must first be
set.
To select the "circulating reactive current" parallel operation method, proceed

as follows:

eration.
2. Press or repeatedly until "circulating

reactive current" appears in the display
The parallel operation method "Circulating reac-
tive current" is selected.

7.4.3.4 Defining the master tap synchronization method
With this parallel operation method the voltage regulator is designated as the
master. This voltage regulator takes over control while all other follower vol-
tage regulators comply with the control commands of the master.
The master compares the tap positions of the followers with its own tap posi-
tion using the CAN bus. If there is a tap difference, the master directs the fol-
lowers to be adjusted to the same tap position.
If the specified master fails, then the error message "Parallel operation error:
no master available" appears in the display. In addition, depending on the
configuration of the "Simplex mode blocking" parameter, those voltage regu-
lators which are set accordingly are blocked or continue in simplex mode.
Please note that each voltage regulator must be assigned an address using
the "CAN Address" display. Each address may only be used once.
Only when all voltage regulators are registered can they communicate with
one another using the CAN bus and use the "master/follower" method.
To specify the "master" parallel operation method, proceed as follows:

eration.
2. Press or repeatedly until "Master"

appears in the display.
3. Press .
The "Master" parallel operation method is se-
lected.

7.4.3.5 Specifying the follower tap synchronization method
With this parallel operation method the voltage regulator is designated as the
follower. This voltage regulator receives the control commands from the mas-
ter and as the follower has to comply with these.
To define the "Follower" parallel operation method, proceed as follows:

eration.
2. Press or repeatedly until "Follower"

appears in the display.
3. Press .
The "Follower" parallel operation method is se-
lected.

7.4.3.6 Specifying the automatic tap synchronization method
With this parallel operation method, the voltage regulator with the lowest CAN
address within the same parallel operation group is automatically selected as
master. This voltage regulator undertakes the measurement and adjusts the
on-load tap-changer in order to correct the voltage if a deviation occurs.
As with the "Master" parallel operation method, the voltage regulator com-
pares the tap position of the followers with its own tap position using the CAN
bus. If there is a tap difference, the voltage regulator directs the followers to
be adjusted to the same tap position.
If there is a tap position difference between the master and follower which is
larger than the maximum set tap difference , then the "Parallel operation er-
ror" signal is issued. Automatic regulation blocks.
Please note that each voltage regulator must be assigned an address using
the "CAN Address" display. Each address may only be used once.
Only when all voltage regulators are registered can they communicate with
one another using the CAN bus and use the "master/follower" method.
To specify the "Automatic tap synchronization" parallel operation method,

proceed as follows:

eration.
2. Press or repeatedly until "Auto syn-

chronization" appears in the display.
3. Press .
The "Automatic tap synchronization" parallel oper-
ation method is selected.

7.4.3.7 Selecting parallel operation control
As an option, the voltage regulator can be fitted with a plug-in card for parallel
operation with an existing parallel operation control unit when extending exist-
ing systems. The following parallel control units can be connected:
 SKB 30E
 VC 100E-PM/PC
The settings required for parallel control must be undertaken in accordance

with the relevant valid operating instructions.
If you do not have a parallel control unit, you must select the "Off" selection in
the "SKB parallel operation" display. The possible selections are described in
more detail in the table below.
Selection Function
Parallel operation control with existing parallel control
On
unit (plug-in card needed; see above)
Off Parallel operation control via CAN bus
Table 63 Possible setting for SKB
To select the type of parallel operation control, proceed as follows:
eration > 1x .
<01> SKB parallel operation.
2. Press to select "On" or to select

"Off".
3. Press .
The type of parallel control is set.

7.4.3.8 Entering CAN bus address
So that all voltage regulators can communicate using the CAN bus, each vol-
tage regulator requires a unique identifier. Addresses can be set from 1 to 16.
If the value is set to 0, then no communication takes place.

0...16 1 1
Table 64 Setting range for CAN bus address
To enter the CAN bus address, proceed as follows:
eration > 2x .
<02> CAN address.

reduce it.
3. Press .
The CAN bus address is saved.

7.4.3.9 Specifying circulating reactive current sensitivity
The sensitivity of the circulating reactive current is a measure of its effect on

the behavior of the voltage regulator. A setting of 0% has no effect. With circu-
lating reactive current relating to the nominal current on the current converter,
if you set the value to 10 % for example, this would cause the voltage in the
voltage regulator to be corrected by 10%. This correction to the voltage can
be increased or decreased with this setting to attain the optimum value.
As soon as you change the circulating reactive current sensitivity value, the
value for the result changes in the help text in the display.

0 %...100 % 0.1 % 0%
Table 65 Setting range for circulating reactive current sensitivity.
To set the circulating reactive current sensitivity, proceed as follows:
eration > 3x .
<03> Stability.

reduce it.

The decimal place is highlighted and the
value can be changed.
4. Press .
The circulating reactive current sensitivity is set.

7.4.3.10 Setting the blocking threshold for the maximum permitted circulating
reactive current
In this display, you can set the limit value for the maximum permitted circulat-
ing reactive current in relation to the nominal current of the current transfor-
mer. If, during parallel operation, the circulating reactive current exceeds the
set limit value, then the following event is activated.
 "Problem with parallel operation"
As a result, all voltage regulators operating in parallel are blocked. Depending

on the set delay time, the "Parallel operation fault" signaling relay is activated
(UC-X1/1 and UC-X1/2 signaling relay contact). The corresponding LED lights
up.
Setting the delay time for the parallel operation error message (see
"Setting the delay time for the parallel operation error message" on page
173).

0.5 %...20 % 0.1 % 20 %
Table 66 Setting range for circulating reactive current blocking
To set the blocking threshold for the maximum permitted circulating reactive
current, proceed as follows:
eration > 4x .
<04> Blocking.

reduce it.
3. Press .
The blocking threshold for the maximum permitted
circulating reactive current is set.

7.4.3.11 Setting the delay time for the parallel operation error message
If the voltage regulator detects an error during parallel operation, the following
error message is issued:
 "Problem with parallel operation"
This message can be issued with a delay so that there is no brief fault mes-
sage if the motor-drive units involved in the parallel operation have different
runtimes.
If a parallel operation error occurs, then the relevant LED immediately lights
up. The message is however only issued at the output relay after the set delay
time. Automatic regulation is blocked and the on-load tap-changers can only
be adjusted in manual mode.

1 s...30 s 1s 5s
Table 67 Setting range for parallel operation error message delay time
To set the delay time for the parallel operation error message, proceed as fol-
lows:
5x .
<05> Error message.

reduce it.
3. Press .
The delay time for the parallel operation error
message is set.

7.4.3.12 Selecting the follower tapping direction
As in parallel operation the tap positions of the transformers which are running
in parallel are compared according to the "Tap synchronization mas-
ter/follower" method, it is absolutely essential that these transformers have
the same position designation and that the "Raise" or "Lower" signals produce
the same voltage change in all transformers.
Should a scenario arise where the follower switches in the opposite direction
to the master's step change, you will have to change this parameter setting
from "Default" to "Swapped".
The following settings are possible:
Default dV>0 = tapping direction following position 1

Swapped dV<0 = tapping direction following position n
Table 68 Tapping directions
To select the tapping direction, proceed as follows:
Please note whether the voltage regulator has is defined as master or follow-
er when setting the tapping direction. The tapping direction can only be
swapped for the follower.
eration > 6x .
<06> Tapping direction swapped.
2. Press or to select the required tap-

ping direction.
3. Press .
The tapping direction is selected.

7.4.4 Configuring analog inputs
The analog input is used to record the tap position of an analog signal trans-
mitter:
 Resistor contact series (200 - 2000 ohms)
 Or injected current (0/4 - 20 mA)
Adjustment to the existing signal transmitter must be carried out during com-
missioning.
7.4.4.1 Setting lower limit value (%) for input 1
To configure the analog input, the lower value of the input signal must be spe-
cified.
With injected current as the transmitter signal, 0 % should be entered for

0 mA. 20 % should be set for 4 mA.
Example:
Tap position Current Value

20 %
Minimum tap position 1 4 mA
of analog input signal range
Table 69 Example for configuring the analog input
If the signal transmitter for capturing the tap position is a resistor contact se-
ries, then 20 % should always be used.


0 %...100 % 0.1 % 0%
Table 70 Setting range of analog value - lower limit value as %
To assign the analog value for the lower limit, proceed as follows:
1. > Configuration > Next >

Analog inputs.
<00> Input 1, lower limit.


reduce it.
4. Press .
The analog value for the lower limit is assigned.

7.4.4.2 Setting upper limit value (%) for input 1
To configure the analog input, the upper value of the input signal must be
specified.

0 mA.
Example:

Maximum tap position 100 %
20 mA
19 of analog input signal range
Table 71 Example for configuring the analog input (maximum)


0 %...100 % 0.1 % 100 %
Table 72 Setting range of analog value - upper limit value as %
To assign the analog value for the upper limit, proceed as follows:
Analog inputs > 1x .

<01> Input 1, upper limit.


reduce it.
4. Press .
The analog value for the upper limit is assigned.

7.4.4.3 Setting lower limit value (absolute) of input 1
To configure the analog input, an absolute value must be assigned to the low-
er value of the applied signal.
Example:
You can set "1" for the lowest tap position.

-999.9...999.9 0.1 / 1 0.0
Table 73 Setting range for lower limit value (absolute value)

<02> Input 1, lower value.

reduce it.
3. Press .
The lowest tap position is set.

7.4.4.4 Setting upper limit value (absolute) for input 1
To configure the analog input, an absolute value must be assigned to the up-
per value of the applied signal.
Example:
You can set "25" for the highest tap position.

-999.9...999.9 0.1 / 1 0.0
Table 74 Setting range for upper limit value (absolute value)
To set the highest tap position, proceed as follows:

<03> Input 1, upper value.

reduce it.
3. Press .
The highest tap position is set.

7.4.4.5 Setting lower limit value (%) for input 2
To configure the analog input, the lower value of the input signal must be spe-
cified.

0 mA. 20 % should be set for 4 mA.
Example:

20 %
Minimum tap position 1 4 mA
of analog input signal range
Table 75 Example for configuring the analog input


0 %...100 % 0.1 % 0%
Table 76 Setting range of analog value - lower limit value as %
To assign the analog value for the lower limit, proceed as follows:

<04> Input 2, lower limit.


reduce it.
4. Press .
The analog value for the lower limit is assigned.

7.4.4.6 Setting upper limit value (%) for input 2
To configure the analog input, the upper value of the input signal must be
specified.

0 mA.
Example:

Maximum tap position 100 %
20 mA
19 of analog input signal range
Table 77 Example for configuring the analog input (maximum)


0 %...100 % 0.1 % 100 %
Table 78 Setting range of analog value - upper limit value as %
To assign the analog value for the upper limit, proceed as follows:

<05> Input 2, upper limit.


reduce it.
4. Press .
The analog value for the upper limit is assigned.

7.4.4.7 Setting lower limit value (absolute) of input 2
To configure the analog input, an absolute value must be assigned to the low-
er value of the applied signal.
Example:
You can set "1" for the lowest tap position.

-999.9...999.9 0.1 / 1 0.0
Table 79 Setting range for lower limit value (absolute value)

<06> Input 2, lower value.

reduce it.
3. Press .
The lowest tap position is set.

7.4.4.8 Setting upper limit value (absolute) for input 2
To configure the analog input, an absolute value must be assigned to the up-
per value of the applied signal.
Example:
You can set "25" for the highest tap position.

-999.9...999.9 0.1 / 1 0.0
Table 80 Setting range for upper limit value (absolute value)
To set the highest tap position, proceed as follows:

<07> Input 2, upper value.

reduce it.
3. Press .
The highest tap position is set.
7.4.5 LED selection
The settings in this subgroup can be used to assign inputs or functions to the
4 free LEDs. These would then light up during an event. The function required
must have been set in advance.
To label the LEDs, you can remove the label strip underneath and label indi-
vidually using transferable lettering.

7.4.5.1 Functions available for LEDs
An overview of all possible functions which you can assign to the LEDs is pro-
vided in the table below.
Possible functions Description of functions

Off LED deactivated
IO1:25 Signal issued at IO1:25 input
UC1:2 Signal issued at UC1:2 input

Possible functions Description of functions

SI:bef1 Signal issued at SI:bef1
SI:bef2 Signal issued at SI:bef2
Undervoltage Undervoltage present
Overvoltage Overvoltage present
Overcurrent Overcurrent present
FailParCtr. Parallel operation error present
Motor protection Motor protective switch tripped
Blocking Control blocked
Circulating reactive Parallel operation selected using circulating reac-
current tive current method
Voltage regulator in parallel operation activated as
Master
master
Voltage regulator in parallel operation activated as
Follower
follwer
Automatic Auto mode active
Bandwidth < Value below bandwidth
Bandwidth > Bandwidth exceeded
Table 81 Possible functions for LEDs

A function can be assigned to an LED if desired. As soon as the correspond-

ing event occurs, the selected LED lights up. There is a total of 6 LEDs avail-
able, each of which can be assigned an input or a function.
To assign a function to an LED, proceed as follows (Example: "LED 1"):
1. > Next > LED selection.

<00> LED 1.
2. Press or repeatedly until the re-

quired function appears in the display.
3. Press .
All additional LEDs can be assigned as described above. The LEDs available
can be called up as follows:
Press
Page number in the
LED Characteristics
display
.
LED 1 Single-colored - <00>
LED 2 Single-colored 1x <01>
LED 3 Single-colored 2x <02>
LED 4 red Two-colored 3x <03>
LED 4 green Two-colored 4x <04>
Table 82 Freely-configurable LEDs

7.4.6 Configuring measurement transformer function
Depending on the configuration and version of the measurement transformer

module 2 or 4, the measurement transformer module can be used to obtain
measured values as analog values in the following ranges:
 ± 20 mA
 ± 10 mA
 ± 10 V
 ± 1 mA
The following values are available:

 V1
 V2 (optional via a second measurement input)
 I1
 Active current
 Reactive current
 Active power
 Reactive power
 Apparent power
 Tap position
 Desired value
If the analog outputs have not been set as you want them in the factory, the
section below describes how you can change them for measurement trans-
former 1. Please undertake the settings for measurement transformers 2 to 4
in the same way.

7.4.6.1 Assigning measurement parameter of outputs 1 to 4
In this display you can assign to the measurement transformer output a mea-
surement parameter to be transferred.
Possible settings Factory setting

Off (no assignment)
V1 (kV)
I1 (A)
Tap position
Desired value
Off
V2 (kV) - optional via a second measurement input
Active current
Reactive current
Apparent power
Active power
Reactive power
Table 83 Measurement parameters for outputs 1 to 4
In order to assign a measurement parameter to the measurement transformer

output, proceed as follows (example using measurement transformer 1/2;
"output 1 measured value"):
Next > Measurement transformer 1/2.

<00> Output 1 measured value.

sired measurement parameter is displayed.
3. Press .
The desired measurement parameter is assigned.

7.4.6.2 Assigning minimum physical parameter
In this display you can assign to the measurement transformer output a mini-
mum physical parameter.

4 mA
0 mA
-1 mA
-4 mA 4 mA
-10 mA
-20 mA
0V
-10 V
Table 84 Minimum physical parameters for outputs 1 to 4
To assign the lower physical parameter to the measurement transformer, pro-

ceed as follows:
Next > Measurement transformer 1/2 >
1x .
<01> Output 1, lower.

sired physical parameter is displayed.
3. Press .
The desired physical parameter is assigned.

7.4.6.3 Assigning maximum physical parameter
In this display you can assign to the measurement transformer output a max-
imum physical parameter.

1 mA
10 mA
20 mA
20 mA
10 V
Table 85 Maximum physical parameters for outputs 1 to 4
To assign the upper physical parameter to the measurement transformer,

proceed as follows:
2x .
<02> Output 1, upper.

sired physical parameter is displayed.
3. Press .
The desired physical parameter is assigned.

7.4.6.4 Assigning minimum absolute value
In this display you can assign to the measurement transformer output a mini-
mum limit value as an absolute value.

-9999...9999 1
-999.9...999.9 0.1 0
-99.99...99.99 0.01
Table 86 Setting range for lower limit value for measurement transfor-
mer
To assign the minimum absolute value, proceed as follows:
3x .
<03> Output 1, lower value.

reduce it.
3. Press .
The minimum absolute value is assigned.

7.4.6.5 Assigning maximum absolute value
In this display you can assign to the measurement transformer output a max-
imum limit value as an absolute value.

-9999...9999 1
-999.9...999.9 0.1 0
-99.99...99.99 0.01
Table 87 Setting range for upper limit value for measurement transfor-
mer
To assign the maximum absolute value, proceed as follows:
4x .
<04> Output 1, upper value.

reduce it.
3. Press .
The minimum absolute value is assigned.

7.4.7 Configuring measured value memory function (optional)
You can undertake measured value memory settings in this subgroup. This
configures the event memory and plotter function.
The "Measured value plotter" module (8MB) can be used to save the data
listed below and display and evaluate this either on the display or using the
TAPCON®-trol visualization software. For more detailed information, please
refer to the respective technical files for both the hardware and visualization
software.
The following values are displayed:

 Measured values
 On-load tap-changer position
 Voltage
 Active current
 Reactive current
 Calculated values
 Active power
 Reactive power
 Apparent power
 Output factor
Calculation of the values stated depends on the measured values captured

and the parameters set, for example:
 Current measuring circuit
 Primary current
 Voltage transformer data from primary and secondary sides
A correct calculation can only be undertaken if the configuration data are cor-
rectly entered in full.

7.4.7.1 Average value memory and event memory
The measured value plotter is split into the following areas:
Average value memory
In the average value memory, all measured and calculated values are aver-
aged and saved using the average value intervals you set. You can set the
average value intervals in stages between 1 and 40 seconds. You can set the
average value interval (see "Setting time difference of average value in-
terval" on page 204).
Event memory
Data is always saved to the event memory with the highest resolution without
first being averaged. You can also determine how much memory space is to
be made available for just the event memory (see "Setting size of event
memory" on page 204). The memory size is 8MB.
The measured value plotter is equipped with event triggering such that an
event is triggered depending on the undervoltage and/or overvoltage limit val-
ue that you can set. The data recorded here are stored in the measured value
memory's event memory.
To allow instances where values exceed or fall below the limit values to be
better evaluated, the chronological sequence for the measured and calculated
values also includes the last 10 seconds before
the value exceeds or falls below the limit value. The time saved for each event
is limited to a maximum of 5 minutes.
Only the time-based processes for values measured and calculated during
the event are stored in the event memory.
If the event memory is full, the oldest values are overwritten by the new val-
ues measured. You can access information about the current event memory
content from the "Info" menu.

7.4.7.2 Chronological sequence of voltage's effective value
The measured value memory records the chronological sequence of the vol-
tage's effective value. The chronological sequence for the tap positions is also
shown to allow the control path to undergo an initial analysis. The voltage se-
quence can be displayed on the voltage regulator. The voltage and tap posi-
tion can be displayed jointly using the TAPCON®-trol visualization software.
You must set the system date and system time if records are to feature the
right times. The following sections describe how you can set these.
7.4.7.3 Setting system time
You can set the system time in this display. The time format can be set using
the 24-hour format:
HH:MM:SS
To set the system time, proceed as follows:
Next > Memory > 6x .

<06> Time.
2. Press or to select the number to be

edited.
and can be changed.
3. Press or to edit the digit.
4. Press .
The system time is set.

7.4.7.4 Setting system date
You can set the system date in this display. The system date can be set be-
tween 01.01.2001 and 29.12.2099 and has the following format:
DD:MM:YY
To set the system date, proceed as follows:

<07> Date.
2. Press or to select the number to be

edited.
and can be changed.
3. Press or to edit the digit.
4. Press .
The system date is set.

7.4.7.5 Setting undervoltage threshold (%)
In this display you can set the undervoltage threshold as a percentage. If the
voltage falls below the set undervoltage threshold, high-resolution measured
values are saved for as long as this situation prevails.

60 %...100 % 1% 90 %
Table 88 Setting range for undervoltage V< threshold as percentage
To set the undervoltage threshold, proceed as follows:
Next > Memory.

<00> Threshold V<.

reduce it.
3. Press .
The undervoltage threshold is set.

7.4.7.6 Setting undervoltage threshold (absolute value)
In this display you can set the undervoltage threshold as an absolute value. If
the voltage falls below the set undervoltage threshold, high-resolution meas-
ured values are saved for as long as this situation prevails.
Entries are either made in V or kV. If you enter the absolute value in V, it re-
lates to the transformer secondary voltage. If you enter the absolute value in
KV, it relates to the primary voltage.

40 V...160 V 0.1 V / 1 V 90 V
0 kV...2 kV 1 kV 1 kV
Table 89 Setting range for undervoltage V< threshold as absolute value
Next > Memory. 1x


want, "V" or "kV".
3. If V is selected, press to highlight the de-

cimal place.

reduce it.
5. Press .
The undervoltage threshold is set.

7.4.7.7 Setting overvoltage threshold (%)
In this display you can set the overvoltage threshold as a percentage. If the
voltage exceeds the set overvoltage threshold, high-resolution measured val-
ues are saved for as long as this situation prevails.

100 %...140 % 1% 110 %
Table 90 Setting range for V> overvoltage threshold as percentage


reduce it.
3. Press .
The overvoltage threshold is set.

7.4.7.8 Setting overvoltage threshold (absolute value)
In this display you can set the overvoltage threshold as an absolute value. If
the voltage exceeds the set overvoltage threshold, high-resolution measured
values are saved for as long as this situation prevails.
Entries are either made in V or kV. If you enter the absolute value in V, it re-
lates to the transformer secondary voltage. If you enter the absolute value in
KV, it relates to the primary voltage.

40 V...160 V 0.1 V / 1 V 110 V
0 kV...2 kV 1 kV 1 kV
Table 91 Setting range for V< overvoltage threshold as absolute values
To set the overvoltage threshold, proceed as follows:
Next > Memory. 3x

<03> V> memory.

want, "V" or "kV".
3. If V is selected, press to highlight the de-

cimal place.

reduce it.
5. Press .
The overvoltage threshold is set.

7.4.7.9 Setting time difference of average value interval
The voltage regulator's long-term memory has a capacity of 8 MB. The mem-
ory is split into the average value memory and event memory. Depending on
the setting, intervals of 1; 2; 4; 10; 20 or 40 (on page 206) seconds are
saved in the average value memory.

1 s / 2 s / 6 s / 10 s /
1 s...40 s 1s
40 s
Table 92 Setting range for average value interval
When you set the average value memory interval, the complete memory is
cleared once the change is confirmed.

<04> Average value interval.

duce it.
3. Press .
The average value interval is set.

7.4.7.10 Setting size of event memory
The event memory stores instances of values exceeding or falling below the
preset threshold values. It stores this information in high resolution. Refer to
the table below for the maximum number of events, depending on the size of
the event memory:
Size of event memory 256 kB 512 kB 1024 kB 2048 kB

Maximum number of
20 40 80 160
events
Table 93 Size of event memory
Below you will find examples which clearly show how the event memory
works:
Figure 27 For an event lasting less than 5 minutes
1 Duration: 10 seconds
3 High-resolution recording
4 Low-resolution recording

Figure 28 For an event lasting more than 5 minutes
2 Duration: Around 5 minutes
5 High-resolution recordings
6 Low-resolution recording
The high-resolution data are first saved 10 seconds before the event. After an
event has lasted 5 minutes, data are saved with a low resolution. If the vol-
tage returns to the bandwidth, this is considered a new event. This new event
has a 10-second run-in time and a 10-second follow-up time.

The table below shows the memory time. Depending on the average value in-
terval and the size of the event memory, it is a maximum of 401 days.
Size of event memory

Average value interval
256 kB 512 kB 1024 kB 2048 kB
1s 10 d 9d 8d 7d
2s 20 d 19 d 17 d 14 d
4s 40 d 38 d 35 d 29 d
10 s 100 d 96 d 89 d 73 d
20 s 201 d 193 d 178 d 147 d
40 s 401 d 386 d 356 d 295 d
Table 94 Memory time of measured value memory
When you set the average value memory interval, the complete memory is
cleared once the change is confirmed.
To set the size of the event memory, proceed as follows:

<05> Event memory.
2. Press or to set the event memory

size you want.
3. Press .
The event memory size is set.

7.4.7.11 Time plotter
You will find the time plotter function under "Info". The desired value you have
set is automatically displayed here. The units of voltage per unit are defined
by the software and you can change them at any time. However, the set val-
ues which are dependent on parameterization are adopted when you call the
time plotter function back up again.
You can undertake the following settings in the time plotter function:
 Division of time axis
 Voltage range
 Retrace time
 Retrace date
7.4.7.11.1 Visual display of time plotter function

The time plotter is displayed as follows:
Desired value/actual value display
Figure 29 Desired value and actual value display of time plotter
1 Desired value display

2 Actual value display
3 Actual value display
4 Desired value display

Overvoltage/undervoltage display
Figure 30 Voltage display of time plotter
1 Overvoltage and undervoltage bar

2 Undervoltage value
3 Overvoltage value
Description of symbols
Figure 31 Other time plotter symbols
1 Move time axis back

2 Move time axis forward
3 Increase set values by one unit
4 Select values to set
5 Decrease set values by one unit
The following sections describe how to run the above functions.

7.4.7.11.2 Moving time axis

You can set the averaging times in the setting box. We would always recom-
mend choosing the highest possible resolution given the range displayed. Re-
fer to the table for the time axis division and the resulting duration of the range
shown.
Figure 32 Averaging times which can be set
Horizontal grid lines (the set averaging time range is between the horizontal
1
grid lines)
2 Setting box for averaging times displayed
Steps which can be set

15 s 30 s 1 min 2.5 min 5 min 10 min
(grid width)
Displayed range (in full

3.5 min 7 min 14 min 35 min 70 min 140 min
display)
Table 95 Duration of range displayed

Proceed as follows to undertake settings:
1. > Info > 1x .

Time plotter.
2. Press to highlight the setting box for the

averaging times.
The setting box is highlighted and the val-
ue can be changed.
3. Press to move the display forwards one
step or to move it back one step.

The time axis is set.
7.4.7.11.3 Setting voltage range

In this display the voltage range is shown in the area between the horizontal
grid lines. You can restrict the area between the horizontal grid lines in the
corresponding setting box. Depending on the display setting, you can display
the voltage range to be displayed in V or kV (see "Setting the voltage
display kV/V" on page 150).
Figure 33 Voltage range which can be set
Horizontal grid lines (the set voltage range is between the horizontal grid
1
lines)
2 Setting box for voltage range displayed

The voltage range to be displayed is divided as follows:
0.5 V 1 V 2V 5V 10 V 15 V - -
Division of
ranges 0.1kV 0.2 kV 0.5 kV 1kV 2 kV 5 kV 10 kV 20 kV
Table 96 Voltage range between the horizontal grid lines
To set the voltage range, proceed as follows:
1. > Info > 1x .

Time plotter.
2. Press twice to highlight the setting box for

voltage range.
ue can be changed.
3. Press to advance one unit or to

move back one unit.
The voltage range is set.

7.4.7.11.4 Setting retrace time

This function allows you to move the sequence to a precise time in order to
trace how voltage has behaved in the past.
Any time between the present time and the oldest time in the memory can be
set. The time is entered in the following format:
HH:MM:SS
To move the sequence to a precise time, proceed as follows:
1. > Info > 1x .

Time plotter.
2. Press three times to highlight the setting

box for retracing.
ue can be changed.
3. Press to advance the time or to

move it back.
The retrace time is set. The sequence for the spe-
cified time appears in the display.

7.4.7.11.5 Setting retrace date

This function allows you to move the sequence to a precise date in order to
trace how voltage has behaved in the past.
Any date between the present date and the oldest time in the memory can be
set. The date is entered in the following format:
DD:MM:YY
To move the sequence to a precise time, proceed as follows:
1. > Info > 1x .

Time plotter.
2. Press four times to highlight the setting

box for retracing.
ue can be changed.
3. Press to advance the date by one digit or
to move it back one digit.

The retrace date is set. The sequence for the spe-
cified day appears in the display.

7.4.8 Communication interface CIC1 (optional)
The following section describes how to configure the communication interface.
7.4.8.1 Selecting the communication port
This enables the physical interface to be activated. The fol-lowing options are
available:
 RS232
 RS485
 Ethernet
 Fiber-optic cable
This display is only provided for the following interface protocols:

 DNP3
 IEC 60870-5-101
 IEC 60870-5-103
 MODBUS ASCII/RTU
 ABB SPA
Only one communication port can be selected. All remaining ports remain
disabled. Simultaneous use of several communication ports is not possible.
To select the communication port, proceed as follows:
Next > Comm. interface 1.

<00> Comm. port CIC1.
3. Press .
The communication port is selected.

7.4.8.2 Selecting the communication baud rate
Here you can select the required transfer speed for the communication inter-
face. The following transfer speeds are available:
 9.6 kilobaud
 19.2 kilobaud
 38.4 kilobaud
 57.7 kilobaud

 DNP3
 IEC 60870-5-101
 IEC 60870-5-103
 ABB SPA
The baud rate of 57.6 kilobaud is only active for communication interfaces
RS232, RS485 and optical fiber.
A baud rate of 57.6 kilobaud cannot be used for Ethernet.
To set the communication interface baud rate, proceed as follows:
Next > Comm. interface > 1 x

<01> Baud rate comm. CIC1.
3. Press .
The baud rate is selected.

7.4.8.3 Assigning network address
If the voltage regulator is equipped with an Ethernet module, then the device
must be assigned a valid network address (IPv4).

 DNP3

0.0.0.0...255.255.255.255 1 0.0.0.0
Table 97 Setting range for network address
To assign the network address, proceed as follows:
Next > Comm. interface 1 > 2 x .

<02> Network address CIC1.
2. Press to highlight the position.

The position is highlighted and the value
can be changed.

reduce it.
4. Press .
The network address is assigned.

7.4.8.4 Assigning the TCP port
must be assigned a valid TCP port.

 DNP3

0...32767 1 1234
Table 98 Setting range for TCP port
To assign the TCP port, proceed as follows:

<03> TCP port CIC1.

can be changed.

reduce it.
4. Press .
The TCP port is assigned.

7.4.8.5 Setting optical fiber transmission behavior
If the voltage regulator is equipped with a fiber-optic cable module, communi-

cation can be via fiber-optic cable.
The transmission behavior of the transmit LED can be set. This setting deter-
mines whether or not the transmit LED lights up when the signal (logic 1) is
active. The table below shows how the transmit LED responds in its various
settings.
Parameter Logic 1 Logic 0

ON Light on Light off
OFF Light off Light on
Table 99 Transmission behavior with different parameter: optical fiber,
light on / off

 DNP3
 IEC 60870-5-101
 IEC 60870-5-103
 ABB SPA
To set the optical fiber transmission behavior, proceed as follows:

<04> Optical fiber light On / Off.
3. Press .
The optical fiber transmission behavior is set.

7.4.8.6 Selecting MODBUS type
You can use this parameter to select the Modbus types. The following Mod-
bus types are available:
 Modbus ASCII
 Modbus RTU
This display is only provided for the following interface protocol:

Proceed as follows to select the Modbus types:

<05> Modbus ASCII / RTU CIC1.
3. Press .
The Modbus type is set.

7.4.8.7 Setting local SCADA address
This enables a valid SCADA address to be set for the chosen control system
protocol. The voltage regulator communication address must be specified
when connecting to the control system protocol.

 DNP3
 IEC 60870-5-101
 IEC 60870-5-103
 ABB SPA


0...9999 1 0
Table 100 Setting range for SCADA address
To set the SCADA address, proceed as follows:
Next > Comm. interface 1 > Press

repeatedly until the display you want appears.
<06> Local SCADA address CIC1.

3. Press repeatedly (> 9) until a further digit

position appears.
4. Press in order to highlight the digit posi-

tion.
The required digit is highlighted and can be
changed.

have been entered.
7. Press .
The SCADA address is set.

7.4.8.8 Setting SCADA master address
When using the DNP3 interface protocol, you can set the master station ad-
dress. The regulator data is automatically sent to this master station when
restarting the voltage regulator.

 DNP3


0...9999 1 0
Table 101 Setting range for SCADA master address
To set the SCADA master address, proceed as follows:

<07> SCADA master address CIC1.

3. Press repeatedly (> 9) until a further digit

position appears.
4. Press in order to highlight the digit posi-

tion.
The required digit is highlighted and can be
changed.

have been entered.
7. Press .
The SCADA master address is set.

7.4.8.9 Enabling unsolicited messages
When using the DNP3 control system protocol, this parameter can be used to
enable the unsolicited transfer of data through the voltage regulator. Data is
transferred when a corresponding event occurs.
Parameter Function
On Unsolicited messages are transmitted
Off Unsolicited messages are not transmitted
Table 102 Setting range for unsolicited messages

 DNP3
The voltage regulator must be restarted after changing this setting.
To enable automatic messages, proceed as follows:

<08> Unsolicited messages CIC1.
3. Press .
Unsolicited messages are enabled/blocked.

7.4.8.10 Setting number of attempts to transmit unsolicited messages
This parameter is used to set the maximum number of attempts to transmit

unsolicited messages.
If the voltage regulator does not receive approval from the master to transmit
data (due to transmission errors for example), then data transmission is re-
peated depending on the set maximum number of attempts to transmit.

 DNP3

0...100* 1 3
Table 103 Setting range for maximum number of attempts to transmit un-
solicited messages
*If the value "0" is set, then an infinite number of attempts are made to trans-
mit.
The voltage regulator must be restarted after changing this setting.

To set the maximum number of attempts to transmit unsolicited messages,

proceed as follows:

<09> Repeat unsolicited messages CIC1.

reduce it.
3. Press .
The maximum number of attempts to transmit un-
solicited messages is set.

7.4.8.11 Timeout for application confirm responses
This parameter is used to define the permissible time which a slave device
waits for an application confirm response from the master device. The per-
missible time for receiving confirmation of unsolicited messages is defined at
the same time.
If the permissible time is exceeded, another transmission request is sent to

the master device. The number of requests sent is dependent on the set
number of attempts to transmit unsolicited messages . (see "Setting number
of attempts to transmit unsolicited messages" on page 226)

 DNP3

1 s...60 s 1s 5s
Table 104 Setting range for timeout for application confirmation res-
ponses
To set the timeout for application confirm responses, proceed as follows:

<10> Application confirm timeout CIC1.

reduce it.
3. Press .
The timeout for application confirm responses is
set.

7.4.8.12 Setting the transmission delay time for the RS485 interface
You can use this parameter to set an appropriate transmission delay time for
the interface.

 DNP3
 IEC 60870-5-101
 IEC 60870-5-103
 ABB SPA

0 ms...254 ms 1 ms 5 ms
Table 105 Setting range for transmission delay time
To set the transmission delay time for the RS485 interface, proceed as fol-
lows:

<11> Transmission delay time CIC1.

reduce it.
3. Press .
The transmission delay time for the RS485 inter-
face is set.

7.4.9 Communication interface CIC2 (optional)
Communication interface CIC2 is optional and is only used for communication

with the TAPCON®-trol software. The following section describes how to con-
figure the communication interface.
7.4.9.1 Selecting the communication port
This enables the physical interface to be activated. The fol-lowing options are
available:
 RS232
 RS485
 Ethernet
Only one communication port can be selected. All remaining ports remain
disabled. Simultaneous use of several communication ports is not possible.
To select the communication port, proceed as follows:
Next > Next > Comm. interface.2.

<00> Comm. port CIC2.
3. Press .
The communication port is selected.

7.4.9.2 Selecting the communication baud rate
Here you can select the required transfer speed for the communication inter-
face. The following transfer speeds are available:
 9.6 kilobaud
 19.2 kilobaud
 38.4 kilobaud
 57.7 kilobaud
The baud rate of 57.6 kilobaud is only active for communication interfaces
RS232, RS485 and optical fiber.
A baud rate of 57.6 kilobaud cannot be used for Ethernet.
To set the communication interface baud rate, proceed as follows:
Next > Next > Comm. interface 2
>1x .
<01> Baud rate comm. CIC2.
3. Press .
The baud rate is selected.

7.4.9.3 Assigning network address
must be assigned a valid network address (IPv4).

0.0.0.0...255.255.255.255 1 0.0.0.0
Table 106 Setting range for network address
To assign the network address, proceed as follows:
Next > Next > Comm. interface 2 >
2x .
<02> Network address CIC2.

can be changed.

reduce it.
4. Press .
The network address is assigned.

7.4.9.4 Assigning the TCP port
must be assigned a valid TCP port.

0...32767 1 1234
Table 107 Setting range for TCP port
To assign the TCP port, proceed as follows:
Next > Next > Comm. interface 2 >
3x
<03> TCP port CIC2.

can be changed.

reduce it.
4. Press .
The TCP port is assigned.

7.4.9.5 Setting the transmission delay time for the RS485 interface
You can use this parameter to set an appropriate transmission delay time for
the interface.

0 ms...254 ms 1 ms 5 ms
Table 108 Setting range for transmission delay time
To set the transmission delay time for the RS485 interface, proceed as fol-
lows:
Next > Next > Comm. interface 2
> 4x .
<05> Transmission delay time CIC2.

reduce it.
3. Press .
The transmission delay time for the RS485 inter-
face is set.

7.5 Info
You can view general information on the voltage regulator in this display. You
can call up the following information:
 General information about the device
 Functional reliability of the LEDs (LED test)
 Parallel operation
 Parameters
 Upcoming messages
 Input/output status
 Status of UC1 card
 Status of UC2 card
 RTC (real-time clock)
 Data on CAN bus
 Measured values
 Peak memory
 Measured value memory
 Time plotter

Figure 34 Info screen
1 Type designation
2 Software version
3 Date of issue
4 Size of EEPROM / ID number of module
5 Flash memory
6 RAM memory
The current measured values are shown in this display. The following meas-
ured values can be displayed:
Figure 35 Measured values
1 V1 = voltage on first measurement input

2 I1 = current on first measurement input
3 Phase angle of V1 to I1
4 V2 = voltage on second measurement input
5 Reactive current on first measurement input
6 Iactive1 = active current on first measurement input

To display the measurement values, proceed as follows:
► > Info > 1x

<01> Measured values.

7.5.1 Carrying out LED test
An LED function test can be carried out based on the information displayed.
This checks whether all the LEDs are functioning properly.
This function only tests the functional reliability of the LEDs. The underlying
function is not therefore tested.
To carry out the LED test, proceed as follows:
1. > Info > 2x .

<02> LED TEST.
2. To carry out the function test, press any F key
for the required LED.
Key LED no. LED
LED 1 AUTO
LED 2 MANUAL
LED 3 LOWER
LED 4 RAISE
LED 5 I>
All LEDs All LEDs
Table 109 Selecting the LEDs for tests

7.5.2 Querying status
All active messages or signals from all cards are displayed in the status dis-
plays. The displays have the following structure:
Figure 36 Status display
1 Signaling status
2 Control inputs/output relays
3 Signaling status
4 Control inputs/output relays
The following sections describe how you can display the respective status
windows.

7.5.2.1 Displaying input/output status
The status of the respective optocoupler inputs is shown under "INPUT- /

OUTPUT-STATUS". As soon as a continuous signal is present at the input, it
is shown in the display with a "1". "0" indicates no signal at the input.
To query the status, proceed as follows:
► > Info > 3x

<03> INPUT-/OUTPUT-STATUS.
7.5.2.2 Displaying status of UC1 card
The status of the respective optocoupler inputs is shown under "UC1-CARD

STATUS". As soon as a continuous signal is present at the input, it is shown
in the display with a "1". "0" indicates no signal at the input.
► > Info > 4x

<04> UC1 CARD STATUS.

7.5.2.3 Displaying status of UC2 card
The status of the respective optocoupler inputs is shown under "UC2-CARD

STATUS". As soon as a continuous signal is present at the input, it is shown
in the display with a "1". "0" indicates no signal at the input.
► > Info > 5x

<05> UC2 CARD STATUS.
7.5.3 Resetting parameters
With this display you can reset your settings to the factory settings.
To reset the parameters, proceed as follows:
Resetting the parameters to the factory settings permanently deletes your

parameters.
1. > Info > 6x .

<06> Parameter.
2. Press and at the same time.
3. Press .
All parameters have been reset to the factory set-
tings.

7.5.4 Displaying real-time clock
A counter is started when the voltage regulator is first switched on. This con-
tinues to run even if the device is switched off. Each of the counter's times is
overwritten with that of the PC to visualize the measured values.
To display the real-time clock, proceed as follows:
► > Info > 7x .

<07> RTC.
7.5.5 Displaying parallel operation
This display indicates the control number for parallel operation (= CAN ad-
dress) and the number of voltage regulators which are currently operating in
parallel.
Proceed as follows to display the parallel operation data:
► > Info > 8x .

<08> Parallel operation.

7.5.6 Displaying data on CAN bus
The CAN bus data of all voltage regulators running in parallel are shown in
this display.
Figure 37 Display for CAN bus data
1 CAN bus address of voltage regulator

2 Voltage in volts
3 Active current in %
4 Reactive current in %
5 Tap position

The additional CAN bus data of all voltage regulators running in parallel can
also be shown in this display.
Figure 38 Display for additional CAN bus data
1 Group input 1
2 Group input 2
3 Circulating reactive current parallel operation (0 = deactivated; 1 = activated)
4 "Master" tap synchronization (0 = deactivated; 1 = activated)
5 "Follower" tap synchronization (0 = deactivated; 1 = activated)
6 "Auto" tap synchronization (0 = deactivated; 1 = activated)
Voltage regulator blocks group because parallel operation is experiencing a
7
fault (0 = is not blocked; 1 = is blocked)

To display the CAN bus data, proceed as follows:
1. > Info > 9x .

<09> DATA ON CAN BUS.
The CAN bus data are displayed.
If you want to display more data, go to step 2:
2. Press and keep held down.

The additional information is displayed until you
release the key.
7.5.7 Displaying measured value memory
As an option, the voltage regulator can be equipped with a long-term memory

module. You can display information about the memory in this window.
To display the measured value memory, proceed as follows:
► > Info > 12x .

<12> MEASURED VALUE MEMORY.

7.5.8 Displaying peak memory
This display indicates whether the parameter sets are all correctly stored after
restarting the voltage regulator or after transferring a parameter set. The min-
imum and maximum voltage measured since the last reset and the minimum
and maximum on-load tap-changer tap position are shown here. All values
recorded are stored with a time and date.
The minimum and maximum values continue to be stored in an internal fixed

value memory even in the event of power failure.
Figure 39 Peak memory: Minimum (left) and maximum values (right)
1 Maximum measured voltage V1

2 Maximum on-load tap-changer tap position
3 Time (HH:MM:SS) and date (DD.MM.YY) of maximum measured voltage V1
4 Time (HH:MM:SS) and date (DD.MM.YY) of maximum recorded tap position
5 Time (HH:MM:SS) and date (DD.MM.YY) of minimum recorded tap position
6 Time (HH:MM:SS) and date (DD.MM.YY) of minimum measured voltage V1
7 Minimum on-load tap-changer tap position
8 Minimum measured voltage V1

To display the peak memory, proceed as follows:
► > Info > 13x .

<13> Peak memory.
7.5.9 Displaying CIC1 card SCADA information
The following information on the SCADA connection is displayed under "CIC1

card SCADA information".
 Protocol
 Data format
 BOOT version
If necessary, you can also reset the Ethernet connection.
To display the SCADA information on the CIC1 card, proceed as follows:
► > Info > 14x

<14> CIC1 card SCADA information.
The SCADA information on the CIC1 card is dis-
played.
If necessary, you can reset the Ethernet connec-

tion.
► Press and at the same time to reset

the Ethernet connection.

7.5.10 Displaying CIC2 card SCADA information
The following information on the SCADA connection is displayed under "CIC2

card SCADA information".
 Protocol
 Data format
 BOOT version
If necessary, you can also reset the Ethernet connection.
To display the SCADA information on the CIC2 card, proceed as follows:
► > Info > 15x

<15> CIC2 card SCADA information.
The SCADA information on the CIC2 card is dis-
played.
If necessary, you can reset the Ethernet connec-

tion.
► Press and at the same time to reset

the Ethernet connection.

7.5.11 Displaying upcoming messages
This display shows upcoming messages, such as:

 Undervoltage
 Overvoltage
 Fault in parallel operation
 etc.
To display the upcoming messages, proceed as follows:
► > Info > 13x .

<14> UPCOMING MESSAGES.

8 Troubleshooting
8 Troubleshooting
The following chapter describes how to eliminate simple operating faults and
the meaning of potential event messages.
8.1 Operating faults
If faults occur in the voltage regulator during operation, these can usually be
remedied by the user. The tables below are intended to provide assistance in
recognizing and remedying faults.
8.1.1 No control in AUTO mode
Characteristics/detail Cause Remedy

Voltage regulator control Local/Remote switch in mo- Check operating mode. If neces-
commands have no effect. tor-drive unit switched to sary, correct.
LOCAL
 RAISE/LOWER LEDs
Connection missing. Check wiring as per connection
light up periodically
diagram.
Negative power lock active. Check parameter.
If necessary, correct.
Negative power flow. Check current transformer
polarity.
Control inputs (IOs) have Check parameterization of IOs.
duplicate parameterization. If necessary, correct.
One of the IOs is paramete- Check parameterization and sta-
 Blocking rized with "Blocking" and tus in info screen (input/output
has an appropriate input status).
signal. If necessary, correct.
NORMset active. Carry out manual tap-change
operation with or
keys.
Undercurrent blocking acti- Check parameter.
ve. If necessary, correct.

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Blocking Undervoltage blocking acti- Check parameter.
 LED V< illuminated ve If necessary, correct.
Blocking Overvoltage blocking active. Check parameter.
 LED V> illuminated If necessary, correct.
Blocking Overcurrent blocking active. Check parameter.
 LED I> illuminated If necessary, correct.
Calculate sensitivity:Step voltage
Bandwidth set too high -
x 100 / nominal voltage
Table 110 Troubleshooting: No control in AUTO mode
8.1.2 Man Machine Interface

Keys REMOTE selected. Select LOCAL mode.
 Does not switch be-
tween MANUAL/AUTO
Keys Parameter error. Reset to factory settings.
 MANUAL and AUTO
LEDs do not light up.
Contrast incorrectly set. Set contrast using resistor con-
tact series in front panel.
Display
Voltage supply interrupted. Check voltage supply.
 No display.
Fuse faulty. Replace fuse.

8 Troubleshooting

Display Display dimming Check "Display dimming" setting.
 Different brightness on activated/deactivated.
several voltage regula-
tors.
LEDs Customized LED Check parameter.
 Freely-configurable parameterization. If necessary, correct.
LED lit up.
LEDs Input signal not constant. Check input signal.
 LED flashes irregularly.
COM1 Different baud rates set. Check "Baud rate" parameter
 Cannot be connected to (voltage regulator and TAP-
CON®-trol).
PC using TAPCON®.
Table 111 Troubleshooting: Man Machine Interface
8.1.3 Incorrect measured values

Connection has no contact
to the plug terminal.
Measured voltage Insulation trapped. Check wiring and plug terminal.
 No measured value. Wire not inserted far
enough.
Circuit breaker tripped. Check fuse.
Measured voltage Voltage drop on measuring Check measured voltage at plug
 Measured value too lead. terminal.
low.
Possible sources of fault: Check measured voltage at plug
Measured voltage  Leads laid in parallel. terminal.
 Measured value fluc- Increase distance from source of
 Switching operations.
tuates too much. fault.
Install filter if necessary.
Line to current transformer Check wiring.
Measured current interrupted.
 No measured value. Do not remove short- Remove short-circuiting jumper.
circuiting jumper in current
transformer.

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Measured current Ratio not correctly Correct parameterization.
 Measured value too parameterized.
high. Incorrect input connected. Check assignment of plug ter-
minals.
 Measured value too
low.
Fault in external measure- Check measurement transformer
ment transformer circuit. circuit .
Compare with system connec-
tion diagram.
Correct parameters.
Compare measurement values
on info screen.
Phase angle Replace current transformer
 V/I. Measurement transformer connection.
circuit incorrectly paramete-
Check polarity of measurement
rized.
transformer circuit .
Check circuit.
Check measurement points.
Table 112 Troubleshooting: Incorrect measured values

8 Troubleshooting
8.1.4 Parallel operation faults

"Parallel operation method" Activate "Parallel operation me-
parameter deactivated. thod" parameter Select parallel
Parallel operation cannot operation method (see
be activated. "Selecting parallel operation
 LED not lit up. method" on page 163).
CAN bus address of voltage Set CAN bus address (anything
regulator set to "0". but 0)
Voltage regulator incorrectly Check connections.
connected (plug twisted, off- Connect as shown in connection
set). diagram.
Problem with CAN bus.
 Device not listed. Voltage regulators have the Issue different CAN bus ad-
same CAN bus addresses. dresses Enter CAN bus ad-
dress (1) (see "Entering CAN
bus address" on page 169).
Table 113 Troubleshooting: Parallel operation

8 Troubleshooting
8.1.5 Tap position capture incorrect
Check wiring.
Step display incorrect. Digital input activated. Connect as shown in connection
diagram.
 Plus or minus sign in-
correct.
"Lower value" analog input Check parameter.
not correctly parameterized Set parameter Lower limit value
(%) for input 1 and 2 FB.
Shield line.
Increase distance from source of
Step display incorrect. fault.
Interference.
 Display fluctuates. Lay lines separately.
Route signal in separate lines
(filter, shielded lines).
Connect signal as shown in con-
nection diagram.
Check wiring Display UC1 card
status FB (see "Displaying sta-
No step display. No measurement signal. tus of UC1 card" on page
 "-" is displayed. No L- for digital input. 240)/Display UC2 card status
FB (see "Displaying status of
UC2 card" on page 240).
Connect as shown in connection
diagram.
Impermissible signal Check wiring Display UC1 card
combination. status FB (see "Displaying sta-
tus of UC1 card" on page
240)/Display UC2 card status
No step display. FB (see "Displaying status of
 "?" is displayed. UC2 card" on page 240).
"Motor running" signal Check signal sequence Display
present. input/output status FB (see
"Displaying input/output sta-
tus" on page 239).
Table 114 Troubleshooting: Tap position capture

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8.1.6 Digital inputs

Check source of DC voltage.
Signal discontinuous. Intermittent DC voltage. Check signal transmitter.
Check wiring.
No signal Supply voltage too low. Reset parameter to factory set-
 Info screen <13> tings.
showing 0.
Table 115 Troubleshooting: Digital inputs
8.1.7 General fault

No function Fuse tripped. Check all fuses.
 Supply voltage. Replace if necessary.
Relays chatter Supply voltage too low. Check supply voltage.
Table 116 Troubleshooting: General faults
8.1.8 No solution
If you cannot resolve a problem, please contact Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen.

Please have the following data to hand:
 Serial number
This can be found:

 Outer right side when viewed from the front
 Info screen ( > Info)
Please provide answers to the following questions:

 Has a firmware update been carried out?
 Has there previously been a problem with this device?
 Have you previously contacted Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen about this is-
sue? If yes, then who was the contact?

8 Troubleshooting
8.2 Event messages
Event message Remark

Undervoltage Message is displayed if the voltage falls below the set "V<"
limit value. Parameter setting: (see "Setting the limit value
undervoltage V<" on page 103)
Overvoltage Message is displayed if the voltage exceeds the set "V>" limit
value. Parameter setting: (see "Setting the V> overvoltage
limit value [%]" on page 106)
Overcurrent Message is displayed in the event of overcurrent. Parameter
setting: (see "Setting limit value I> overcurrent" on page
107).
FailParCtr. With tap synchronization:
 The tap positions of the voltage regulators running in pa-
rallel were not the same for longer than the set parallel
operation signal delay.
 One of the voltage regulators running in parallel is not sig-
naling a valid tap position.
 Neither of the voltage regulators running in parallel is set
as master.
 One of the voltage regulators running in parallel is using
the circulating reactive current method.
 There is no information about the system topology.
With circulating reactive current method:
 The voltage regulator's circulating reactive current was
longer than the set parallel operation signal delay and
greater than the set limit value
 One of the voltage regulators running in parallel is using
the tap synchronization method.
 There is no information about the system topology.
 There is a signal on at least one of the group inputs, but
no other voltage regulator was found in the same group.
Motor protection Signal issued at "Motor protective switch" input.
Function monitoring A message is issued if the voltage regulator detects a control
deviation for 15 minutes and this is not compensated for.
Table 117 Possible events

9 Technical data
9 Technical data
9.1 Indicator elements
Display LCD, monochrome, graphics-capable

128 x 128 pixels
LEDs 15 LEDs for operation display and messages of
which 4 LEDs are freely programmable (3x yel-
low, 1x green/red)
Table 118 Indicator elements
9.2 Electrical data
Power supply 110 (-20%)...350 V DC

88...265 V AC
Optional: 36...72 V DC or 18...36 V DC
Power consumption 25 VA
Table 119 Electrical data

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9.3 Inputs and outputs
Control voltage of in- 40...250 V DC

puts With pulsating DC voltage, the voltage minimum
must never exceed 40 V.
Contact loadability of min. 12 V / 100 mA
outputs max. AC 250 V / 5 A
max. DC see diagram
Table 120 Inputs and outputs
Figure 40 Maximum contact loadability of outputs with direct current
1 Ohmic load

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9.4 Dimensions and weight
Housing 19-inch plug-in housing in accordance with DIN

(W x H x D) 41494 Part 5
483 x 133 x 178 mm
Weight 5.0 kg
Table 121 Dimensions and weight
9.5 Voltage and current measurement
Voltage transformer Measuring range: 60...185 V

Effective value: 40...60 Hz
Intrinsic consumption: < 1 VA
Current transformer 0.2 / 1 / 5 A
Effective value: 40...60 Hz
Intrinsic consumption: < 1 VA
Overload capacity: 2 x IN (continuously), 40 x IN /
1s
Measuring error Voltage measuring: < 0.3 % ± 40 ppm/°C
Current measuring: < 0.5 % ± 40 ppm/°C
Table 122 Voltage and current measurement
9.6 Ambient conditions
Operating temperature -25°C...+70°C

Storage temperature -30°C ... +85° C
Table 123 Permissible ambient conditions

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9.7 Tests
9.7.1 Electrical safety
EN 61010-1 Safety requirements for electrical measurement

and control equipment and laboratory instru-
ments
IEC 61131-2 Dielectric test with operating frequency 2.5 kV / 1
min
IEC 60255 Dielectric test with impulse voltage 5 kV, 1.2 / 50
μs
IEC 60 644-1 Level of contamination 2, overvoltage category III
Table 124 Electrical safety
9.7.2 EMC tests
IEC 61000-4-2 Electrostatic discharges (ESD) 6 kV /8 kV

IEC 61000-4-3 Electromagnetic fields (HF) 10 V/m 80...3000
MHz
IEC 61000-4-4 Fast transients (burst) 2 kV
IEC 61000-4-5 Surge transient immunity 2 kV
IEC 61000-4-6 HF interference immunity (lines) 10 V, 150
kHz...80 MHz
IEC 61000-4-8 Power frequency magnetic field immunity 30 A/m,
50 Hz, continuous
IEC 61000-4-11 Voltage dips, short interruptions and voltage vari-
ations immunity tests
IEC 61000-4-29 Voltage dips, short interruptions and voltage vari-
ations on d.c. input power port immunity tests
IEC 61000-6-2 Immunity requirements for industrial environ-
ments
IEC 61000-6-4 Emission standard for industrial environments
Table 125 EMC tests

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9.7.3 Environmental durability tests
DIN EN 60529 Degree of protection IP20

IEC 60068-2-1 Dry cold - 25 °C / 20 hours
IEC 60068-2-2 Dry heat + 70 °C / 16 hours
IEC 60068-2-3 Constant moist heat
+ 40 °C / 93% / 2 days, no dew
IEC 60068-2-30 Cyclic moist heat (12 + 12 hours)
+ 55 °C / 93 % / 6 cycles
Table 126 Environmental durability tests

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Operating instructions 222/06

1 Introduction ................................................................................ 21

1.1 Manufacturer ........................................................................................... 21

1.2 Subject to change without notice ............................................................ 21

1.3 Completeness ......................................................................................... 22

1.4 Supporting documents ............................................................................ 22

1.5 Safekeeping ............................................................................................ 22

1.6 Notation conventions .............................................................................. 22

2 Safety .......................................................................................... 27

2.1 General safety information ...................................................................... 27

2.2 Appropriate use ....................................................................................... 27

2.3 Inappropriate use .................................................................................... 28

2.4 Personnel qualification ............................................................................ 28

2.5 Operator duty of care .............................................................................. 29

3 Product description ................................................................... 31

3.1 Features .................................................................................................. 33

3.2 Operating modes .................................................................................... 34

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3.3 Scope of delivery .................................................................................... 34

3.4 Hardware description.............................................................................. 35

3.5 Operation and indicator elements ........................................................... 38

4 Packaging, transport and storage ............................................ 45

4.1 Packaging ............................................................................................... 45

4.2 Transport, reception and handling of shipments .................................... 46

4.3 Storage of shipments .............................................................................. 48

5 Mounting ..................................................................................... 49

5.1 Unpacking............................................................................................... 49

5.2 Mounting ................................................................................................. 50

5.3 Connection ............................................................................................. 51

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5.4 Functional check ..................................................................................... 62

6 Commissioning .......................................................................... 63

6.1 Configuration ........................................................................................... 63

6.2 Function tests .......................................................................................... 68

7 Functions and settings .............................................................. 81

7.1 Key lock .................................................................................................. 81

7.2 NORMset ................................................................................................ 82

7.3 Parameters ............................................................................................. 89

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7.3.11 Abnormal control response ............................................................................... 112

7.4 Configuration ........................................................................................ 137

7.5 Info........................................................................................................ 235

8 Troubleshooting ....................................................................... 251

8.1 Operating faults .................................................................................... 251

6 TAPCON® 240 222/06 EN © Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen 2011

8.1.6 Digital inputs ..................................................................................................... 257

8.2 Event messages ................................................................................... 258

9 Technical data .......................................................................... 259

9.1 Indicator elements ................................................................................. 259

9.2 Electrical data ....................................................................................... 259

9.3 Inputs and outputs ................................................................................ 260

9.4 Dimensions and weight ......................................................................... 261

9.5 Voltage and current measurement ........................................................ 261

9.6 Ambient conditions ................................................................................ 261

9.7 Tests ..................................................................................................... 262

10 MR worldwide ........................................................................... 265

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Figure 1 Overview of voltage regulation ........................................... 32

Figure 2 Front view of voltage regulator ........................................... 35

Figure 3 Voltage regulator connection to a PC................................. 36

Figure 4 CIC card ............................................................................. 37

Figure 5 Voltage regulator operating panel ...................................... 38