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MULTIFUNCTION MICROPROCESSOR
SYNCHRONIZING RELAY

TYPE

SPM21
OPERATION MANUAL
U↑ U↓ f↓ f↑

PROG/ ∆U ∆f Sx/α
IRF

MICROELETTRICA SCIENTIFICA
MILANO ITALY

MODE SELECT +
SYNCHRONIZING
RELAY TYPE
SPM21
-
PROG.

ENTER/RESET

Check of voltage, frequency and phase displacement

Proportional control of speed and voltage regulators
Fast synchronizing with antimotoring and kicker pulse control
Dead bus operation programmable
Continuos self supervision with built-in autodiagnostic
Serial communication interface
Local display of measurements, settings, event recording and operation counters
Local and remote programming of settings and operation modes

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INDEX

1 General utilization and commissioning directions __________________________________________ 3

1.1 Storage and transportation__________________________________________________________ 3
1.2 Installation_______________________________________________________________________ 3
1.3 Electrical connection_______________________________________________________________ 3
1.4 Measuring inputs and power supply___________________________________________________ 3
1.5 Outputs loading___________________________________________________________________ 3
1.6 Protection earthing_________________________________________________________________ 3
1.7 Setting and calibration______________________________________________________________ 3
1.8 Safety protection__________________________________________________________________ 3
1.9 Handling_________________________________________________________________________ 3
1.10 Maintenance_____________________________________________________________________ 4
1.11 Fault detection and repair___________________________________________________________ 4
2 General characteristics and operation____________________________________________________ 4
2.1 Power supply_____________________________________________________________________ 4
2.2 System configuration_______________________________________________________________ 5
2.2.1 DB = OFF (Dead Bus not allowed)________________________________________________ 5
2.2.2 DB = ON (Dead Bus allowed)___________________________________________________ 5
2.3 C/B closing conditions______________________________________________________________ 5
2.3.1 C/B closing time (tcb)__________________________________________________________ 5
2.4 C/B closing command______________________________________________________________ 6
2.5 Voltage regulator control____________________________________________________________ 6
2.5.1 Operation of voltage control relays R4 – R5_________________________________________ 6
2.6 Speed regulator control_____________________________________________________________ 7
2.6.1 Operation of frequency control relays R3 – R4_______________________________________ 7
2.6.2 Kicker Pulse__________________________________________________________________ 8
2.7 F/V regulator_____________________________________________________________________ 8
3 Controls and measurements____________________________________________________________ 9
4 Signalization_________________________________________________________________________ 10
5 Output relays_________________________________________________________________________ 11
6 Serial communication__________________________________________________________________11
7 Digital inputs_________________________________________________________________________ 11
8 Test________________________________________________________________________________ 11
9 Keyboard and display operation_________________________________________________________ 12
10 Reading of measurements and recorded parameters________________________________________ 13
10.1 ACT. MEAS__________________________________________________________________ 13
10.2 LAST EVT____________________________________________________________________ 13
10.3 EVT N°______________________________________________________________________ 13
11 Reading of programmed settings and relay’s configuration__________________________________ 13
12 Programming_________________________________________________________________________14
12.1 Programming of functions settings________________________________________________ 14
13 Manual test operation__________________________________________________________________ 15
14 Maintenance_________________________________________________________________________ 15
15 Power frequency insulation test_________________________________________________________ 22
16 Electrical characteristics_______________________________________________________________ 16
17 Connection diagram___________________________________________________________________ 17
18 Wiring the serial communication bus_____________________________________________________ 17
19 Direction for pcb’s draw-out and plug-in__________________________________________________ 18
19.1 Draw-out____________________________________________________________________ 18
19.2 Plug-in______________________________________________________________________ 18
20 Overall dimensions____________________________________________________________________ 19
21 Keyboard operational diagram__________________________________________________________ 20
22 Setting’s form________________________________________________________________________ 21

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1. General utilization and commissioning directions

Always make reference to the specific description of the product and to the Manufacturer's instruction.
Carefully observe the following warnings.

1.1 STORAGE AND TRANSPORTATION,

must comply with the environmental conditions stated on the product's instruction or by the applicable
IEC standards.

1.2 INSTALLATION,

must be properly made and in compliance with the operational ambient conditions stated by the
Manufacturer.

1.3 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION,

must be made strictly according to the wiring diagram supplied with the Product, to its electrical
characteristics and in compliance with the applicable standards particularly with reference to human
safety.

1.4 MEASURING INPUTS AND POWER SUPPLY,

carefully check that the value of input quantities and power supply voltage are proper and within the
permissible variation limits.

1.5 OUTPUTS LOADING,

must be compatible with their declared performance.

1.6 PROTECTION EARTHING

When earthing is required, carefully check its effectiveness.

1.7 SETTING AND CALIBRATION

Carefully check the proper setting of the different functions according to the configuration of the
protected system, the safety regulations and the co-ordination with other equipment.

1.8 SAFETY PROTECTION

Carefully check that all safety means are correctly mounted, apply proper seals where required and
periodically check their integrity.

1.9 HANDLING

Notwithstanding the highest practicable protection means used in designing M.S. electronic circuits,
the electronic components and semiconductor devices mounted on the modules can be seriously
damaged by electrostatic voltage discharge which can be experienced when handling the modules.
The damage caused by electrostatic discharge may not be immediately apparent but the design
reliability and the long life of the product will have been reduced. The electronic circuits reduced by
M.S. are completely safe from electrostatic discharge (8 KV IEC 255.22.2) when housed in their case;
withdrawing the modules without proper cautions expose them to the risk of damage.

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a. Before removing a module, ensure that you are at the same electrostatic potential
as the equipment by touching the case.

b. Handle the module by its front-plate, frame, or edges of the printed circuit board.
Avoid touching the electronic components, printed circuit tracks or connectors.

c. Do not pass the module to any person without first ensuring that you are both at
the same electrostatic potential. Shaking hands achieves equipotential.

d. Place the module on an antistatic surface, or on a conducting surface which is at

the same potential as yourself.

e. Store or transport the module in a conductive bag.

More information on safe working procedures for all electronic equipment can be found
in BS5783 and IEC 147-OF.

1.10 - MAINTENANCE

Make reference to the instruction manual of the Manufacturer ; maintenance must be carried-
out by specially trained people and in strict conformity with the safety regulations.

1.11 - FAULT DETECTION AND REPAIR

Internal calibrations and components should not be altered or replaced.

For repair please ask the Manufacturer or its authorised Dealers.
Misapplication of the above warnings and instruction relieves the Manufacturer of any liability.

2. GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS AND OPERATION

Input quantities are supplied to 2 Potential Transformers each measuring a phase-to-phase voltage.
Rated voltage input is adjustable from 100 through 125V - 50 or 60Hz.
Make electric connection in conformity with the diagram reported on relay's enclosure.
Check that input quantities are same as reported on the diagram and on the test certificate.
The auxiliary power is supplied by a built-in interchangeable module fully isolated and self protected.

2.1 - POWER SUPPLY

The relay can be fitted with two different types of power supply module :

24V(-20%) / 110V(+15%) a.c. 80V(-20%) / 220V(+15%) a.c.

a) - b) -
24V(-20%) / 125V(+20%) d.c. 90V(-20%) / 250V(+20%) d.c.

Before energising the unit check that supply voltage is within the allowed limits.

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2.2 – System configuration

The relay can be programmed to operate in two different system’s conditions:

1 - DB = OFF
2 - DB = ON

2.2.1 - DB = OFF (Dead Bus not allowed)

In this configuration closing of the C/B can only take place if :

Bus voltage UB is within the set limits : [U<]<UB<[U>]
Voltage difference is below the set limit : ∆U<[∆U]
Frequency difference is below the set limit : ∆f<[∆f]
Phase displacement is below the set limit : α<[α]

2.2.2 - DB = ON (Dead Bus allowed)

The closing condition are :

A) - If bus voltage UB>5%Un. Normal conditions as at § 2.2.1
B) - When Dead Bus condition (UB<5%Un) is detected, the generator input is compared with
the rated voltage (Un) and rated frequency (fn);
Closing takes place if :
(UG - Un) < [∆U]
(fG - fn) < [∆f]

2.3 – C/B closing conditions

Checking of the phase displacement condition for closing the C/B (angle below the set level and
decreasing) is initiated only if the voltage and frequency closing conditions have been permanently
present for longer than the set time [ts].
After expiry of [ts] the angle starts to be checked. Closing command is anyhow inhibited for the set
time [to] from last opening of the C/B or from removal of the external Blocking Input (see § 2.6)
and during the pulse time (tf,tu) of the controls of speed regulator and voltage regulator.

2.3.1 - C/B closing time (tcb)

The angle where C/B closing command is issued (energization of the output relay R1) can be
different according to the programming of the parameter [tCB = 0,05 - 0,50 / Dis.] which represents
the closing time of the C/B for automatic selection of the closing angle.
If tCB = Dis.
Closing command is issued as soon as phase difference α between Generator voltage and Bus
voltage, while decreasing, is below the set value [α]: (see fig.A pag.8)
If a tCB time is set (programming of tCB not = Dis.):
Closing command is issued as soon as the phase difference α, while decreasing comes within
the limits 1,1αS > α > 0,9αS where :
αS = ∆f • 360 • (tCB + tr)
tCB = time value as set
∆f = measured frequency difference fG - fB
tr = output relay operating time (≅ 25ms) - (see fig.B pag.8)

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2.4 – C/B closing command

A closing command when issued remains active (if the closing conditions are present) up to
100ms after the C/B close signal is detected (status input SX, shorted). When a closing command
is issued, the next command can not take place before the wait time [to] is expired.

2.5 - Voltage regulator control

Operates when the voltage of the generator UG is below or above the Bus voltage UB besides the
allowed limit [∆U]:
UG<UB-[∆U]; UG>UB+[∆U]

UG N.B. Voltage regulation is inhibited :

- when the Bus voltage is out of

↓)
OPERATE RELAY R5 (U↓ the set limits: UB≤[U<], UB≥[U>].
∆U
UB+∆
- when the C/B closing command
UB C/B CLOSING ALLOWED is active (R1 ON)

∆U
UB-∆ - when C/B closed status is
detected.
↑)
OPERATE RELAY R4 (U↑ (Terminals 1-2 shorted)
(see also § 2.8)

2.5.1 - OPERATION OF VOLTAGE CONTROL RELAYS R4-R5

When the operation condition is detected (zone U↑ or U↓) the pulse cycle Tu of the appropriate
relay is started.
The cycle is repeated every period [Tu]
The output relay is energized at the beginning of Tu
The relay remains energized (pulse duration) not less than the time [tu<] and not longer than
the time [tu>]
The actual pulse duration tu is proportional to the measured voltage difference according to
the set value of the gain [Gs/V]

R on
tu<

R off tu

tu>
Tu Tu

tu=[tu<]+[Gs/V] x ∆U ≤ [tu>] if [Gs/V] = 0 → tu = tu<

if ([Gs/V] x ∆U) >(tu> - tu<) → tu = tu>

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2.6 - Speed regulator control

Operates when the frequency of the generator fG is below that of the Bus fB or above allowed limit
fG> fB+[∆f]. It means that to allow closing of the C/B the speed of the generator has to be higher
than that of the bus thus avoid a motoring condition

fG N.B. Speed regulation is inhibited :

- when the Bus voltage is out of the

↓)
OPERATE RELAY R3 (f↓ set limits: fB≤[f<], fB≥[f>].
∆f
fB+∆ - when the C/B closing command ON
(R1 ON)
C/B CLOSING ALLOWED
- when C/B closed status is detected.
fB (Terminals 1-2 shorted)
(see also § 2.8)
↑)
OPERATE RELAY R2 (f↑

2.6.1 - Operation of frequency control relays R3 – R4

When operation condition is detected (zone f↓ or f↑) the pulse cycle Tf of the appropriate relay is
started.
The cycle is repeated at every period [Tf].
The relay is energized at the beginning of Tf
The relay remains energized (pulse duration) not less than the time [tf<] and not longer than
the time [tf>].
The actual pulse duration tf is proportional to the measure frequency difference according to
the set value of the gain [Gs/Hz].

R on
tf<

R off tf

tf>
Tf Tf

tf=[tf<]+[Gs/Hz] x ∆f ≤ [tf>] if [Gs/Hz] = 0 → tf = tf<

if ([Gs/Hz] x ∆f) >(tf> - tf<) → tf = tf>

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2.6.2 - Kicker Pulse

When the slip frequency is null or very small and the phase displacement is not in the set limits, it
could result impossible (or it would take a long time) to reach the C/B’s closing condition.
When such a situation is detected a “ increase speed “ pulse is generated even if the frequency is
within the set limits. It makes the generator to accelerate and then quickly reach the closing
displacement angle.
The algorithm operates as follows :
If the closing conditions ∆U<[∆U], ∆f<[∆f] exist but α≠αx (αx closing angle) the device
computes the time tk needed to cover a 60° angle at the maximum allowed slip frequency [∆f]
60 When tK is expired if the slip frequency measured is less then 1/4[∆f],
tK = one “ speed increase “ pulse is issued to the relay R2.
360 [ ∆f]

αCB - αCB
10%
0 0
UB UB
αCB
+10%
α

+9 -90 +9 -90

Fig. UG UG
Fig.
18 B 18

2.7 – F/V regulator

It is possible to make the SPM21 work as a voltage and frequency regulator related to the rated
voltage Un and rated frequency Fn :
Program DB=ON
Open C/B staus digital input (Terminals 1-2)
Disconnect bus voltage’s measuring input (disconnect terminal 29 or 30/41)

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3. CONTROLS AND MEASUREMENTS

Five key buttons allow for local management of all relay's functions.
A 8-digit high brightness alphanumerical display shows the relevant readings (xxxxxxxx)
(see synoptic table fig.1)
FIG.1
MODE SELECT + - ENTER

ACT MEAS Actual measurement values

MEASURES LAST EVT Values measured at last C/B closing Scanning of

the menus by
Measurements
N° of C/B operations the key
display EVT. N°
“+” “-”

SET DISP SETTINGS Display of setting

Setting Program
display Paramater scanning
by the key
PRO SELECT
PROGR SETTINGS Setting of parameters Parameter modification
by the key “+” “-”
Set Programming
Set validation
by the key ENTER

TEST PRG TESTRUN? Complete test without operation

of output relays Test activation
Functional Test by the key ENTER

Pressing this button progressively

The + and - buttons are used to
selects between
select the actual measurement or
Measurements Display,
display desired when in
Setting Display, Programming,
Measurements Display or Settings
and Test modes
Display modes. When in Program
MODE SELECT + mode, these buttons increase or
The SELECT button chooses decrease the value of the
which category of values within the displayed setting.
chosen mode to display
-
PROG. When in Program mode, and when
When in Program mode, this
all input currents are zero,
button stores the newly selected
pressing this recessed button
value. If not in Program mode and ENTER/RESET places the relay into active
the relay has tripped, this button
programming mode, allowing any
resets the relay and all output
or all of the relay’s settings to be
contacts. If not tripped, this button
altered.
restores the default display.

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4. SIGNALIZATIONS

Eight signal leds provide information on relay actual status:

a b c d

U↑ U↓ f↑ f↓

PROG/ ∆U ∆f SX/α
BI

e f g h

Lit-on when increase voltage control relay R4 is energized (pulse time)

a) Red led ↑
U↑
Flashing during the pause time of the pulse period Tu

b) Red led ↓
U↓ Same as above with reference to decrease voltage control relay R5

c) Red led ↑
f↑ Same as above with reference to decrease speed control relay R3

d) Red led ↓
f↓ Same as above with reference to increase speed control relay R2

Flashing when in programming mode.

PROG/
e) Yellow led Lit-on when a Blocking Input signal is present at terminals 1-14 and/or 1-3
B.I.
and whenever a relay internal fault is detected.

Lit-on if UB>[U>] or UB<[U<]

f) Red led ∆U Flashing if ∆U≥[∆U]
OFF when ∆U<[∆U]

Lit-on if fB>[f>] or fB<[f<]

g) Red led ∆f Flashing if ∆f≥[∆f]
OFF when ∆f<[∆f]

Lit-on when C/B is closed (terminals 1-2 shorted)

h) Yellow led α
SX/α Flashing when α≠αX or α≥[α]
OFF when α=αX or α<[α]

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5. OUTPUT RELAYS
Five normally deenergized relays are available
R1 : is energized when the conditions for closing of the generator’s Circuit Breaker are present.
It is deenergized 0,1s after closing of C/B (Input 1-2 shorted).
R2 : energized to increase speed
R3 : energized to decrease speed
R4 : energized to increase voltage
R5 : energized to decrease voltage
All relays are anyhow deenergized when in mode “ PROGRAMMING ” and whenever a Internal Relay
Fault is detected.
6. SERIAL COMMUNICATION
The relays fitted with the serial communication option can be connected via a cable bus a fiber optic bus
for interfacing with a Personal Computer (type IBM or compatible).
All the functionalities that can be operated locally (for example reading of input measurement and
changing of relay’s settings) are also possible via the serial communication interface.
Furthermore the serial port allows the user to read event recording and stored data.
The unit has a RS232 / RS485 interface and can be connected either directly to a P.C. via a dedicated
cable or to a RS485 serial bus, allowing having many relays to exchange data with a single master P.C.
using the same physical serial line. A RS485/232 converter is available on request.
The communication protocol is MODBUS RTU (only functions 3, 4 and 16 are implemented).
Each relay is identified by its programmable address code (NodeAd) and can be called from the P.C.
A dedicated communication software (MSCOM) for Windows 95/98/NT4 SP3 (or later) is available.
Please refer to the MSCOM instruction manual for more information Microelettrica Scientifica.

7. DIGITAL INPUTS
Three digital inputs active when the relevant terminals are shorted by cold contacts:
SX (terminals 1 - 2) : detection of the status of C/B (C/B closed when 1-2 shorted).

BR (terminals 1 - 3) : it blocks the operation of the regulator’s control relays (R2-R3-R4-R5).

BX (terminals 1 - 14) : it blocks the operation of the closing relay R1 and when removed starts
the timing (to).

8. TEST
Besides the normal "WATCHDOG" and "POWERFAIL" functions, a comprehensive program of self-test
and self-diagnostic provides:

Diagnostic and functional test, with checking of program routines and memory's content, run every
time the aux. power is switched-on: the display shows the type of relay and its version number.

Dynamic functional test run during normal operation every 15 min. (relay's operation is suspended
for less than ≤4ms). If any internal fault is detected, the display shows a fault message and the Led
"PROG/IRF" illuminates.

Complete test activated by the keyboard or via the communication bus either with or without tripping
of the output relays.

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9. KEYBOARD AND DISPLAY OPERATION

All controls can be operated from relay's front or via serial communication bus.
The keyboard includes five hand operable buttons (MODE) - (SELECT) - (+) - (-) - (ENTER/RESET)
plus one indirect operable key (PROG) (see synoptic table a fig.1):

MODE SELECT +

-
PROG.

ENTER/RESET

when operated it enters one of the following operation modes

a) - White key MODE :
indicated on the display :

Reading of all the parameters measured and of those recorded

MEASURES =
in the memory
Reading of the settings and of the configuration of the output
SET DISP =
relays as programmed.
Access to the programming of the settings and of relay
PROG =
configuration.
TEST PROG = Access to the manual test routines.

When operated it selects one of the menus available in the

b) - Green key SELECT :
actual operation MODE

When operated they allow to scroll the different information

c) - Red key “+” AND “-“ :
available in the menu entered by the key SELECT

d) - Yellow key ENTER/RESET : It allows the validation of the programmed settings

- the actuation of test programs
- the forcing of the default display indication
- the reset of signal Leds.

e) - Indirect key • : Enables access to the programming.

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10. READING OF MEASUREMENTS AND RECORDED PARAMETERS

Enter the MODE "MEASURE", SELECT the menus "ACT.MEAS" -"LAST EVT"-"EVT. N°", scroll
available information by key "+" or "-" .

10.1 - ACT.MEAS

Actual values as measured during the normal operation.

The values displayed are continuously refreshed.

Display Description
UGxxx%Un Generator voltage measured at input UG (terminals 25-26)
UBxxx%Un Bus voltage measured at input UB (terminals 29-30)
HzGxxxxx Generator frequency measured at input UG
HzBxxxxx Bus frequency measured at input UB
∆Uxxx%UB Voltage difference (UG-UB)
∆fxxxxHz Frequency difference (fG-fB)
αxxxxxx° Phase displacement angle between UG-UB

10.2 - LAST EVT

Display of the values of the parameters at the moment of C/B closing

The memory buffer is refreshed at each new C/B closure

Display Description
UGxxx%Un As recorded at the moment of the C/B closing.
UBxxx%Un As recorded at the moment of the C/B closing.
HzGxxxxx As recorded at the moment of the C/B closing.
HzBxxxxx As recorded at the moment of the C/B closing.
∆Uxxx%UB As recorded at the moment of the C/B closing.
∆fxxxxHz As recorded at the moment of the C/B closing.
αxxxxxx° As recorded at the moment of the C/B closing.

10.3 - EVT. N°

Counter of the number of operations of the C/B.

The N° is increased at each next operation.
The memory is non-volatile and can be cancelled only with a secret procedure.

Display Description
SXxxxxxx Closing of C/B (Terminals 1-2).

11. READING OF PROGRAMMED SETTINGS

Enter the mode "SET DISP", select the menu "SETTINGS", scroll information available in the menu
by keys "+" or "-".
SETTINGS= values of relay's operation parameters as programmed

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12. PROGRAMMING

The relay is supplied with the standard default programming used for factory test.
[ Values here below reported in the “ Display “ column ].
All parameters can be modified as needed in the mode PROG and displayed in the mode SET DISP
Programming via the serial port is always enabled but a password is required to access the
programming mode. The default password is the null string; in the standard application program
for communication “MS-COM” it is also provided an emergency password which can be
disclosed on request only.
As soon as programming is enabled, the Led PRG/BI flashes
Operation of the output relays is blocked during programming.
Enter MODE "PROG" and SELECT either "SETTINGS" for programming of parameters ;
enable programming by the indirect operation key PROG.
The key SELECT now scrolls the available parameters. By the key (+) , (-) the displayed values can be
modified; to speed up parameter's variation press the key SELECT while "+" or "-" are pressed.
Press key "ENTER/RESET" to validate the set values.

12.1 - PROGRAMMING OF FUNCTIONS SETTINGS

In 500 Ap

In is the name 500 is the Ap is the unit of measure,

of the variable setting default Amps primary.

Mode PROG menu SETTINGS. (Production standard settings here under shown).

Display Description Setting Range Step Unit

Fn 50 Hz Mains frequency: setting range 50 o 60 - Hz
Un 100V Rated input voltage 100 - 240 1 V
U< 80%Un Minimum Bus voltage to start voltage regulation 15 - 120 1 %Un
U>120%Un Maximum Bus voltage to start voltage regulation 20 - 150 1 %Un
Maximum permissible voltage difference for closing of C/B.
∆U 10%UB 1 %UB
Related to Un when Dead Bus, (UB<5%Un) condition is detected 1 - 20
Tu 10.0s Period of pulse to voltage regulator 0.5 - 60 0.1 s
tu< 0.5s Minimum pulse duration 0,1 - 60 0.1 s
tu> 6.0s Maximum pulse duration 0,1 - 60 0.1 s
Gs/V 0.2 Gain for proportional pulse duration (voltage regulator) 0 – 9.9 0.1 -
f<49.0Hz Minimum Bus frequency to start speed regulation 45 - 60 0.1 Hz
f>51.0Hz Maximum Bus frequency to start speed regulation 50 - 65 0.1 Hz
Maximum permissible frequency difference for closing of C/B.
∆f 0.20Hz 0.05 – 0.6 0.01 Hz
Related to Fn when Dead Bus, (UB<5%Un) condition is detected.
Tf 10.0s Period of pulse to speed regulator 0.5 – 60 0.1 s
tf< 0.2s Minimum pulse duration 0.1 – 60 0.1 s
tf> 6.0s Maximum pulse duration 0.1 – 60 0.1 s
Gs/Hz1.0 Gain for proportional pulse duration (speed regulator) 0 – 9.9 0.1 -

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Display Description Setting Range Step Unit

Maximum permissible displacement angle UG/UB for closing
α 15° 3 - 30 1 °
C/B. Not considered if DB condition is detected and permitted
DB ON Dead Bus operation allowed (ON) or not (OFF). (see § 2.2) ON - OFF - -
Minimum permanence time of voltage and frequency closing
ts 3.0s 0 - 60 0.1 s
conditions to start checking of angle (see § 2.3)
Closing time of C/B for automatic adjusting of the closing angle
tCB0.10s 0.01 – 0.5 - Dis 0.01 s
(see § 2.3.1)
Minimum reclose time after C/B opening or a block-out input
to 10s 0 - 600 1 s
(see § 2.3)
Identification number for connection on serial communication
NodAd 1 1 - 250 1 s
bus

The setting Dis indicates that the function is disactivated.

13. MANUAL AND AUTOMATIC TEST OPERATION

- Mode "TESTPROG" select "TEST RUN?":

Operation of the yellow key activates a complete test of the electronics and the process routines.
All the leds are lit-on and the display shows (TEST RUN).
If the test routine is successfully completed the display switches-over to the reading existing before
the test. If an internal fault is detected, the display shows the fault identification code.
This test can be carried-out even during the operation of the relay without affecting the relay functions.
Every 15 min during the normal operation the relay automatically initiates an auto test procedure
(duration ≤ 10ms). If any internal fault is detected during the auto test, the relevant led is activated
and the fault code is displayed. Detection of internal fault block the operation of the relay.

- Further operation of key SELECT instead of the TEST programs gives the indication of the
version and production date of the firmware.

14. MAINTENANCE

No maintenance is required. Periodically a functional check-out can be made with the test procedures
described under MANUAL TEST chapter. In case of malfunctioning please contact
Microelettrica Scientifica Service or the local Authorised Dealer mentioning the relay's Serial No reported
in the label on relays enclosure.
15. POWER FREQUENCY INSULATION TEST
Every relay individually undergoes a factory insulation test according to IEC255-5 standard at
2 kV, 50 Hz 1min. Insulation test should not be repeated as it unusefully stresses the dielectrics.
When doing the insulation test, the terminals relevant to serial output must always be short circuited to
ground. When relays are mounted in switchboards or relay boards that have to undergo the insulation
tests, the relay modules must be drawn-out of their enclosures and the test must only include the fixed
part of the relay with its terminals and the relevant connections. This is extremely important as
discharges eventually tacking place in other parts or components of the board can severely damage the
relays or cause damages, not immediately evident to the electronic components.

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16. ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

APPROVAL: CE – RINA – UL and CSA approval File : E202083

REFERENCE STANDARDS IEC 60255 - EN50263 - CE Directive - EN/IEC61000 - IEEE C37

Dielectric test voltage IEC 60255-5 2kV, 50/60Hz, 1 min.

Impulse test voltage IEC 60255-5 5kV (c.m.), 2kV (d.m.) – 1,2/50µs
Insulation resistance > 100MΩ

Environmental Std. Ref. (IEC 68-2-1 - 68-2-2 - 68-2-33)

Operation ambient temperature -10°C / +55°C
Storage temperature -25°C / +70°C
Humidity IEC68-2-3 RH 93% Without Condensing AT 40°C

CE EMC Compatibility (EN50081-2 - EN50082-2 - EN50263)

Electromagnetic emission EN55022 industrial environment
Radiated electromagnetic field immunity test IEC61000-4-3 level 3 80-1000MHz 10V/m
ENV50204 900MHz/200Hz 10V/m
Conducted disturbances immunity test IEC61000-4-6 level 3 0.15-80MHz 10V
Electrostatic discharge test IEC61000-4-2 level 4 6kV contact / 8kV air
Power frequency magnetic test IEC61000-4-8 1000A/m 50/60Hz
Pulse magnetic field IEC61000-4-9 1000A/m, 8/20µs
Damped oscillatory magnetic field IEC61000-4-10 100A/m, 0.1-1MHz
Electrical fast transient/burst IEC61000-4-4 level 3 2kV, 5kHz
HF disturbance test with damped oscillatory wave (1MHz IEC60255-22-1 class 3 400pps, 2,5kV (m.c.), 1kV (d.m.)
burst test)
Oscillatory waves (Ring waves) IEC61000-4-12 level 4 4kV(c.m.), 2kV(d.m.)
Surge immunity test IEC61000-4-5 level 4 2kV(c.m.), 1kV(d.m.)
Voltage interruptions IEC60255-4-11
Resistance to vibration and shocks IEC60255-21-1 - IEC60255-21-2 10-500Hz 1g

CHARACTERISTICS
Accuracy at reference value of influencing factors 2% In for measure
0,2% On
2% +/- 10ms for times
Rated Voltage Un = 100 – 240V, 50 – 60Hz
Voltage overload 2 Un continuous
Burden on voltage input 0.2 VA at Un
Average power supply consumption 8.5 VA
rating 5 A; Vn = 380 V
A.C. resistive switching = 1100W (380V max)
Output relays make = 30 A (peak) 0,5 sec.
break = 0.3 A, 110 Vcc,
L/R = 40 ms (100.000 op.)

Microelettrica Scientifica S.p.A. - 20089 Rozzano (MI) - Italy - Via Alberelle, 56/68
Tel. (##39) 02 575731 - Fax (##39) 02 57510940
http://www.microelettrica.com e-mail : ute@microelettrica.com
The performances and the characteristics reported in this manual are not binding and can modified at any moment without notice

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17. CONNECTION DIAGRAM (SCE1446 Rev.2)

18. WIRING THE SERIAL COMMUNICATION BUS (SCE1309 Rev.0)

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19. DIRECTION FOR PCB'S DRAW-OUT AND PLUG-IN

19.1 - Draw-out

Rotate clockwise the screws and in the horizontal position of the screws-driver mark.
Draw-out the PCB by pulling on the handle

19.2 - Plug-in

Rotate clockwise the screws and in the horizontal position of the screws-driver mark.
Slide-in the card on the rails provided inside the enclosure.
Plug-in the card completely and by pressing the handle to the closed position.
Rotate anticlockwise the screws and with the mark in the vertical position (locked).

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20. OVERALL DIMENSIONS

PANEL CUT-OUT 113x142 (LxH)

View of Rear
Terminal Connection

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(MEASURES) (SETDISP) (PROGR) (TEST PRG)

SEL SEL SEL SEL

(SETTINGS)
(SETTINGS) 1 (SPM21)
(ACT MEAS) (LASTEVT) (EVT.N°) PRG (SelPrg) TESTRUN?
2 (Ver:x.xx)
(EntPrS)
+/- 3 (Dtxxxxxx)
21. KEYBOARD OPERATIONAL DIAGRAM

ENT
SEL ENT
0 Fn xx Hz (UpDwnS)
1 Un xxxV +/- TEST RUN
+/- +/- +/-
2 U<xxx%Un
0 UGxxx%Un 0 UGxxx%Un 0 SX xxxxx 3 U>xxx%Un 0 Fn xx Hz 1 msgFAULT
1 UBxxx%Un 1 UBxxx%Un 4 Tuxxxxs 1 Un xxxV 2 UGxxx%Un
2 HzGxxxxx 2 HzGxxxxx 5 tu<xxxxs 2 U<xxx%Un
3 HzBxxxxx 3 HzBxxxxx 6 tu>xxxxs 3 U>xxx%Un
SPM21

4 ∆Uxxx%UB 4 ∆Uxxx%UB 7 Gs/Vxxx 4 Tuxxxxs

5 ∆fxxxxHz 5 ∆fxxxxHz 8 f<xxxxHz 5 tu<xxxxs
6 αxxxxxx° 6 αxxxxxx° 9 f>xxxxHz 6 tu>xxxxs
10 ∆fxxxxHz 7 Gs/Vxxx
11 Tfxxxxs 8 f<xxxxHz
12 tf<xxxxs 9 f>xxxxHz
13 tf>xxxxs 10 ∆fxxxxHz
14 Gs/Hzxxx 11 Tfxxxxs
15 α xx° 12 tf<xxxxs
16 DB xxx 13 tf>xxxxs
17 ts xxxs 14 Gs/Hzxxx
18 tCBxxxxs 15 α xx°
19 to xxxs 16 DB xxx
20 NodAd 17 ts xxxs
18 tCBxxxxs
Rev.

to xxxs
Pag.

19
20 NodAd
2
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22. SETTING’S FORM

Relay Type SPM21 Station : Circuit :

Date : / / Relay Serial Number :
Power Supply 24V(-20%) / 110V(+15%) a.c. 24V(-20%) / 125V(+20%) d.c.
Rated Voltage :
80V(-20%) / 220V(+15%) a.c. 90V(-20%) / 250V(+20%) d.c.
RELAY PROGRAMMING
Setting Default Actual
Variable Description
Range Setting Setting
Fn Mains frequency: setting range 50 o 60 Hz 50
Un Rated input voltage 100 – 240 V 100
U< Minimum Bus voltage to start voltage regulation 15 – 120 %Un 80
U> Maximum Bus voltage to start voltage regulation 20 – 150 %Un 120
Maximum permissible voltage difference for closing
∆U of C/B. Related to Un when Dead Bus, (UB<5%Un) 1 - 20 %UB 10
condition is detected
Tu Period of pulse to voltage regulator 0,5 - 60 s 10.0
tu< Minimum pulse duration 0,1 - 60 s 0.5
tu> Maximum pulse duration 0,1 - 60 s 6.0
Gs/V Gain for proportional pulse duration 0 – 9.9 - 0.2
f< Minimum Bus frequency to start speed regulation 45 - 60 Hz 49.0
f> Maximum Bus frequency to start speed regulation 50 - 65 Hz 51.0
Maximum permissible frequency difference for
∆f closing of C/B. Related to Fn when Dead Bus, 0.05 – 0.6 Hz 0.20
(UB<5%Un) condition is detected.
Tf Period of pulse to speed regulator 0.5 – 60 s 10.0
tf< Minimum pulse duration 0.1 – 60 s 0.2
tf> Maximum pulse duration 0.1 – 60 s 6.0
Gain for proportional pulse duration (speed
Gs/Hz 0 – 9.9 - 1.0
regulator)
Maximum permissible displacement angle UG/UB
α for closing C/B.Not considered if DB condition is 3 - 30 ° 30
detected and permitted
DB Dead Bus operation allowed (ON) or not (OFF). ON - OFF - ON
Minimum permanence time of voltage and
ts frequency closing conditions to start checking of 0 - 60 s 3.0
angle
Closing time of C/B for automatic adjusting of the
tCB 0.01-0.5-Dis s 0.10
closing angle
Minimum reclose time after C/B opening or a
to 0 - 600 s 10
block-out input
Identification number for connection on serial
NodAd 1 - 250 - 1
communication bus:

Commissioning Engineer : Date :

Customer Witness : Date :

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