857 Protection System For Feeder and Motor Protection, Bulletin 857, Series A

Quick Start
Original Instructions
857 Protection System for Feeder and Motor Protection,

Bulletin 857, Series A
Catalog Number 857-QS001B-EN-P
Important User Information
Read this document and the documents listed in the additional resources section about installation, configuration, and
operation of this equipment before you install, configure, operate, or maintain this product. Users are required to
familiarize themselves with installation and wiring instructions in addition to requirements of all applicable codes, laws,
and standards.
Activities including installation, adjustments, putting into service, use, assembly, disassembly, and maintenance are
required to be carried out by suitably trained personnel in accordance with applicable code of practice.
If this equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection provided by the equipment may
be impaired.
In no event will Rockwell Automation, Inc. be responsible or liable for indirect or consequential damages resulting from
the use or application of this equipment.
The examples and diagrams in this manual are included solely for illustrative purposes. Because of the many variables and
requirements associated with any particular installation, Rockwell Automation, Inc. cannot assume responsibility or
liability for actual use based on the examples and diagrams.
No patent liability is assumed by Rockwell Automation, Inc. with respect to use of information, circuits, equipment, or
software described in this manual.
Reproduction of the contents of this manual, in whole or in part, without written permission of Rockwell Automation,
Inc., is prohibited
Throughout this manual, when necessary, we use notes to make you aware of safety considerations.
WARNING: Identifies information about practices or circumstances that can cause an explosion in a hazardous
environment, which may lead to personal injury or death, property damage, or economic loss.
ATTENTION: Identifies information about practices or circumstances that can lead to personal injury or death, property
damage, or economic loss. Attentions help you identify a hazard, avoid a hazard, and recognize the consequence.
IMPORTANT Identifies information that is critical for successful application and understanding of the product.
Labels may also be on or inside the equipment to provide specific precautions.
SHOCK HAZARD: Labels may be on or inside the equipment, for example, a drive or motor, to alert people that dangerous
voltage may be present.
BURN HAZARD: Labels may be on or inside the equipment, for example, a drive or motor, to alert people that surfaces may
reach dangerous temperatures.
ARC FLASH HAZARD: Labels may be on or inside the equipment, for example, a motor control center, to alert people to
potential Arc Flash. Arc Flash will cause severe injury or death. Wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Follow ALL
Regulatory requirements for safe work practices and for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Table of Contents
Preface
Who Should Use This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Supported Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Additional Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Chapter 1
Overview SetPointPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
User Interface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Firmware Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Operating Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Protection Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
General Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Before Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Catalog Number Explanation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Chapter 2
Mounting and Wiring Mounting Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Instructions Measuring and Control Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Voltage Measurement Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Chapter 3
Local Panel User Interface Protection System Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Menu Navigation and Pointers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Communication Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Digital and Virtual Inputs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Virtual Inputs and Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Output Matrix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Chapter 4
Installation Step 1: Gather Required Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Step 2: Review Required Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Step 3: Validate the 857 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Configuring the Protection System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Step 4: Power Up, Configuring the Protection System and Verifying
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Step 5: Configuring the SetPointPS Software Tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Step 6: Configuring the Protection System Using SetPointPS . . . . . 33
Set the Valid Protection Stages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Set the Current Scaling Parameter Using the Front Panel . . . . . 36
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Preface
This publication guides you through the 6 basic steps that are required to start
up your Allen-Bradley® 857 Protection System for the first time for simple
applications. The comprehensive protection functions of the Protection
System make it ideal for utility, industrial, marine, and offshore power
distribution applications. Because the Protection System is designed for global
applications, it includes both ANSI IEEE and IEC protective function
numbers and symbology.
Who Should Use This Manual This manual is intended for qualified personnel who understand the hazards
that are associated with electromechanical equipment installations.
Personnel must:
• Follow all applicable local, national, and/or international electrical
codes.
• Be able to program and operate motor/feeder protection devices of this
type and style.
• Have an understanding of the appropriate parameter settings and their
protective functions that are related to the load being controlled and
protected.
• Have access to the user manual 857- UM001 and be familiar with the
characteristics of the device.
Equipment The following equipment requirements must be followed and applied to use
this quick start procedure.
• The 857 Protection System is in a standalone installation.
• No load sharing or multiple motors on one Protection System.
• Access to an approved programming cable – catalog number
857VX003-3.
• A computer with an available USB port and a USB to RS-232 serial port
converter. Such as the Allen-Bradley 9300-USBS USB to Serial Adapter.
• The latest available version of the SetPointPS programming and
commissioning software tool that is downloaded and installed on a
portable computer. The SetPointPS software is available at
www.rockwellautomation.com.
Supported Applications This publication is intended for use with 857 protection systems that are used
on typical applications. For example, induction machines, motors controlling
fans, pumps, compressors, conveyors, or feeder type loads such as transformer
and capacitor bank protection.

Preface
Installation The content of this manual assumes that the 857 Protection System is installed
according to Rockwell Automation® guidelines and includes the following.
• The Protection System installation meets mechanical requirements for
orientation, cooling and mounting hardware.
• The Protection System installation meets environmental requirements
for surrounding air temperature, ambient atmosphere, and the enclosure
rating.
• The Protection System installation meets electrical requirements for AC
or DC supply, wiring and grounding, and the appropriate application of
overload and short circuit protection. Based on the switching
technology for the load (breaker versus contactor).
• The Protection System installation is compliant with all applicable local,
national, and international codes, standards, and requirements.
IMPORTANT This guide does not replace the User Manual, publication 857-UM001, and is
intended for qualified service personnel responsible for installing and
servicing these devices. You must have previous experience with and a basic
understanding of electrical terminology, configuration procedures, required
equipment, and safety precautions. See the SetPointPS Configuration
Software Programming Manual 857-PM001 for more information.
Additional Resources
These documents contain additional information concerning related products

from Rockwell Automation.
Resource Description
Industrial Automation Wiring and Grounding Guidelines, Provides general guidelines for installing a Rockwell
publication 1770-4.1 Automation® industrial system.
Product Certifications website, http:// Provides declarations of conformity, certificates, and
www.rockwellautomation.com/global/certification/ other certification details.
overview.page
You can view or download publications at

http://www.rockwellautomation.com/global/literature-library/overview.page.
For paper copies of technical documentation, contact your local Allen-Bradley
distributor or Rockwell Automation sales representative.

Chapter 1
Overview
All necessary steps must be taken to assure that each application and use meets
all performance and safety requirements. All applicable laws, regulations,
codes, and standards must also be followed.
The illustrations, charts, sample programs, and layout examples that are shown
in this guide are intended solely for purposes of example. There are many
variables and requirements that are associated with any particular installation.
Rockwell Automation® does not assume responsibility or liability (to include
intellectual property liability) for actual use that is based on the examples that
are shown in this publication.
Important differences between solid-state equipment and electromechanical

devices are discussed in Rockwell Automation SGI-1.1, Safety Guidelines for
the Application, Installation and Maintenance of Solid-State Control. See your
local Allen-Bradley distributor for a copy. These differences must be
considered when products are applied such as the ones described in this
publication.
SetPointPS SetPointPS is a relay configuration tool for Rockwell Automation 857

Protection Systems. All configurations are made with a user-friendly graphical
interface and the created documents can be printed and saved. SetPointPS can
read all information directly from the device. It can be obtained free of charge
at www.rockwellautomation.com.
It is possible to read and evaluate disturbance recordings from Rockwell

Automation 857 and 865 Protection Systems. The built-in evaluator uses
standard COMTRADE files for saving the records. See publication 857-
PM001.
User Interface The relay is controlled in three ways:

• Locally with the push button on the relay front panel, see Protection
System Front Panel on page 21).
• Locally by using a personal computer that is connected to the serial port
on the front panel or on the rear panel of the relay (both cannot be used
simultaneously).
• By remote control over at least one of the communication ports on the
relay rear panel.

Chapter 1 Overview
Firmware Compliance
The Settings files between major revisions of firmware are not compatible with
other major versions. This statement is true of products with version 10.xxx
firmware, version 12.xxx firmware, or higher.
IMPORTANT Do not load Settings file between relays of different version numbers.
Operating Safety
ATTENTION: The terminals on the rear panel of the relay can carry
dangerous voltages, even if the auxiliary voltage is switched off. Do not place
a live current transformer secondary-circuit in an open circuit condition. The
disconnection of a live circuit can cause dangerous voltages! Any operational
measures must be conducted according to national and local directives and
instructions.
IMPORTANT Read the operation instructions before performing any operational

measures.
Protection Functions
The comprehensive protection functions of the relay (Table 1) make it ideal for
utility, industrial, marine, and offshore power distribution applications.
Because the 857 Protection System is designed for global applications, it
includes both ANSI IEEE and IEC protective function numbers and
symbology.
Table 1 - List of Protection Functions
IEEE/ ANSI Code IEC Symbol Function Name Note
25 df/dv Synchrocheck
27 U< Undervoltage protection
U<<
U<<<
32 P< Reverse power protection
P<<
37 I< Undercurrent protection
46R I2> Current unbalance protection - Feeder protective Only available when
mode application mode is
feeder protection.
46 I2> Current unbalance protection - Motor protective Only available when
mode application mode is
motor protection.
47 I2>> Phase reversal / incorrect phase sequence protection Only available when
application mode is
motor protection.

Overview Chapter 1
Table 1 - List of Protection Functions (continued)

IEEE/ ANSI Code IEC Symbol Function Name Note
48 Ist> Stall protection Only available when
application mode is
motor protection.
49 T> Thermal overload protection
50ARC ArcI> Optional arc fault-protection
50BF CBFP Circuit-breaker failure protection
50N/51N I0> Earth-fault protection External connection
50G/51G I0>> method and protective
50GS/51GS I0>>> settings define
I0>>>> protection type.
50NARC ArcI01> Optional earth-fault protection

ArcI02>
50NC/51INC I0CAP Capacitor-bank unbalance protection
50/51 I> Overcurrent protection
I>>
I>>>
59 U> Overvoltage protection
U>>
U>>>
59N U0> Residual voltage protection
U0>>
66 N> Frequent start protection Only available when
application mode is
motor protection.
67 Iφ> Directional overcurrent protection
Iφ>>
Iφ>>>
Iφ>>>>
67N I0φ> Directional earth-fault protection
I0φ>>
67NI IOint> Directional transient intermittent earth-fault
protection
68F2 Uf2> Magnetizing In Rush
68F5 Uf5> Transformer over excitation, 2nd harmonic
81 f>< Frequency protection, 5th harmonic
f>><<
81L f< Underfrequency protection
f<<
81R df/dt Rate of change of frequency (ROCOF) protection
86 Lockout All protective elements
can be set for lockout
control.
99 Prg1…8 Programmable stages

Chapter 1 Overview
General Precautions Before Installation
WARNING: Have only qualified personnel service this equipment. If you are
not qualified to service this equipment, you can injure yourself or others, or
cause equipment damage.
• Equipment components are sensitive to electrostatic discharge (ESD).
Undetectable permanent damage can result if you do not use proper ESD
procedures. Ground yourself, your work surface, and this equipment before
removing any cover from this equipment.
• Disconnect or de-energize all external connections before opening this
device. Contact with hazardous voltages and currents inside this device can
cause electrical shock that can result in injury or death.
• This document is to be utilized as a startup or a commissioning document
only. Full understanding of the relay protective functions is required before
any unit is placed in full protective mode.
See User Manual 857-UM001 for further details on the Bulletin 857
Protection Relay.

Overview Chapter 1
Catalog Number Explanation

Position
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
857 – 3 C 6 A A A –__
a b c d e f g
a e
Nom Phase Current (A) / Nom DI7-28 Activation Voltage Optional Hardware (Communication port 1)
3 1 A/5 A / 24V Code Description
6 1 A/5 A / 110V A TTL/RS-232 (VCM TTL)
7 1 A/5 A / 220V B Plastic/Plastic serial fiber interface (VCM FIBRE PP)

C N/A
b
D RS-485 interface (4-wire, VCM 485-4)
Nom Earth-fault Current I/O1 and I/O2 [A]
Glass/Glass dual serial fiber interface for 857-RAD (857-VCMFIBRE
E
C 1 A and 5 A GG)(1)
D 0.2 A and 1 A F Rx Plastic/Tx Glass serial fiber interface (VCM FIBRE PG)
c G Rx Glass/Tx Plastic serial fiber interface (VCM FIBRE GP)
Additional I/O (X8 Terminal) I RJ45 connection (RS-232, VCM 232)
6 None M ST 100-Mbps Ethernet dual fiber interface inc. IEC 61850
7 Eight standard inputs, four TCS Hybrid inputs/outputs N RTD glass fiber interface for 857-RAA (857-VCMRTD)(2)
8 Ten outputs (1) Required for connection to 857-RAD Enhanced RTD Scanner. Only available in this location.
(2) Required for connection to the 857-RAA scanner only.
9 Eight standard inputs and four outputs(1)
(1) Some options not UL Listed. Check with your Rockwell Automation® representative. f
Optional Hardware (Communication port 2)
d
A None
Supply Voltage [V]
C RJ45 connection (RS-232, 857-VCM232)
A 40…265Vac/dc
D RS-485 interface (2-wire, 857-VCM485-2)
B 18…36 Vdc
L Built-in RJ45 10 Mbps Ethernet interface(1)
C 40…265Vac/dc + Arc Protection Option
M Built-in RJ45 10 Mbps Ethernet interface inc. IEC 61850(1)
D 18…36 Vdc + Arc Protection Option
N RTD interface for 857-RAA (Glass fiber, 857-VCMRTD)(2)
E 40…265Vac/dc + DI19, DI20 + arc channel, Optional
(1) Cannot order in combination with the following optional Communication PORT 1:
F 18…36 Vdc + DI19, DI20 + arc channel, Optional (M) ST 100-Mbps Ethernet fiber interface with IEC 61850.
(2) Required for connection to the 857-RAA scanner only.
g
Ingress Protection Rating
- IP30 (Standard)
I IP54 (Optional)
C Ip30 (standard case) with conformal coated boards
K IP54 (dust-tight case) with conformal coated boards

Chapter 1 Overview
Notes:

Chapter 2
Mounting and Wiring Instructions
Mounting Instructions To mount the Allen-Bradley® 857 Protection System, follow the sequence of
steps as they are outlined in the Figure 1. Figure 2 shows the dimensions of the
unit.
Figure 1 - Mounting Instructions
2a 2b
4
2
139
4
1
193
1.0
-10
m
m

Chapter 2 Mounting and Wiring Instructions
Figure 2 - Dimensions
208 mm 190 mm
(8.19 in.) (7.48 in.)
150 mm
(5.9 in.)
1.0…10.0 mm
(0.04…0.4 in.)
28 mm 181 mm 27 mm 21 mm
(1.1 in.) (7.13 in.) (1.07 in.) (0.83 in.) B A
137 mm
(5.4 in.)
Optional Projection Mounting Collar
Collar Part Number A B

857-VYX076 40 mm (1.57 in.) 169 mm (6.65 in.)
857-VYX077 60 mm (2.36 in.) 149 mm (5.87 in.)
857-VYX233 100 mm (3.94 in.) 109 mm (4.29 in.)

Mounting and Wiring Instructions Chapter 2
Measuring and Control

Connections IMPORTANT Some cards configurations are optional
Allen-Bradley 857 Protection Relay is connected to the protected object

through these measuring and control connections.
IMPORTANT Settings that are associated with options or accessories, such as RTD
scanners require the option or accessory to be installed or connected before
being made available for configuration
The following terminal connections are shown in this quick start:

• Terminal X1 Left Side on page 16
• Terminal X1 Right Side on page 16
• Terminal X2 on page 16
• Terminal X8 Model 857-3C7 on page 18
• Terminal X8 Model 857-3C8 on page 19
• Terminal X6 with DI19/DI20 Option on page 20
Figure 3 - Example of Allen-Bradley 857 Back Panel Communication Connection

Communication Option 1 Communication Option 2
X3 X6 X8 X7 X1
REMOTE
1
(TTL)
1 2 1
2 3 2
1 2
3 4 3
4 5 4
3 4
5 6 5
5 6
6 7 6
7 8 7
7 8
8 9 8
1
9 10 9 9 10
2
10 11 10 12
3 11
11 12 11
4
12 13 12 13 14
5
13 14 13
6
15 16
14 15 14
7
15 8
16 15 17 18
16 17 16
9 20
17 10
18
17 19
19
18 11 18
20
X2

Table 2 - Terminal X1 Left Side
No: Symbol Description

1 IL1(S1) Phase current L1 (S1)
7 Io1/1A(S1) Residual current I/O1(S1)
9 Io2/5A(S1) Residual current I/O2(S1)
11 Ua See Voltage Measurement Mode on page 20
13 Ub See Voltage Measurement Mode on page 20
15 -- --
17 Uc See Voltage Measurement Mode on page 20
19 -- --
Table 3 - Terminal X1 Right Side

8 Io1/1A(S2) Residual current I/O1 (S2)
10 Io2/5A(S2) Residual current I/O2 (S2)
12 Ua See Voltage Measurement Mode on page 20
14 Ub See Voltage Measurement Mode on page 20
16 -- --
18 Uc See Voltage Measurement Mode on page 20
20 -- --
Table 4 - Terminal X2
1 A5 Alarm relay 5
2 A5 Alarm relay 5
3 A4 Alarm relay 4
4 A4 Alarm relay 4
5 A3 Alarm relay 3
6 A3 Alarm relay 3
7 A2 Alarm relay 2
8 A2 Alarm relay 2
9 IF COM Internal fault relay, common connector
10 IF NC Internal fault relay, normal closed connector
11 IF NO Internal fault relay, normal open connector

1 48V Internal control voltage for digital inputs 1…6
2 DI1 Digital input 1
8 -- --
9 A1 COM Alarm relay 1, common connector
10 A1 NO Alarm relay 1, normal open connector
11 A1 NC Alarm relay 1, normal closed connector
12 T2 Trip relay 2
13 T2 Trip relay 2
14 T1 Trip relay 1
15 T1 Trip relay 1
16 -- --
17 Uaux Auxiliary voltage
18 Uaux Auxiliary voltage
7 COM1 Common potential of digital inputs 7…12
12 D117 Digital input 17
15 T4 Trip relay 4
16 T4 Trip relay 4
17 T3 Trip relay 3
18 T3 Trip relay 3

Table 7 - Terminal X8 Model 857-3C7

13 T8 Trip relay 8 / Digital input 32

Table 8 - Terminal X8 Model 857-3C8

1 DI21 Trip relay 14
3 COM1 Trip relay 13
Available only when arc flash option is selected.

1 BI External arc light input
2 BO Arc light output
3 COM Common connector of arc light I/O
4 S1>+ Arc sensor 1, positive connector (1)
5 S1>– Arc sensor 1, negative connector (1)
6 S2>+ Arc sensor 2, positive connector (1)
7 S2>– Arc sensor 2, negative connector (1)
(1) Arc sensor itself is polarity free.

Table 10 - Terminal X6 with DI19/DI20 Option

5 — —
6 S1>+ Arc sensor 1, positive connector(1)
7 S1>– Arc sensor 1, negative connector(1)
(1) Arc sensor itself is polarity free.
Voltage Measurement Mode The 857 Protection System can be connected to line-to-line or phase-to-
ground voltages. The connection is dependent on the application and available
voltage transformers. Set the configuration parameter “Voltage measurement
mode” according to the used connection.
Table 11 - Available Voltage Modes

Mode Description
“2LL+U0” The device is connected to line-to-line voltages U12 (X1-11 and X1-12) and U23 (X1-13 and
X1-14). Also to zero sequence voltage U0 (X1-17 and X1-18). The phase-to-ground
voltages are calculated. The network must use only three wires. Any neutral wire must not
exist (two PTs/VTs in open Delta).
“3LN” The device is connected to phase-to-ground voltages UL1 (X1-11 and X1-12), UL2 (X1-13
and X1-14), and UL3 (X1-17 and X1-18). The zero sequence voltage is calculated. A neutral
wire can exist (three PTs/VTs “Y” connected).
“1LL+U0/LLy” This mode is used with the Synchrocheck function. See Chapter 3, Synchrocheck Protection
(25) of the user guide for more information.
2LL/LLy” This mode is used with the Synchrocheck function. See Chapter 3, Synchrocheck Protection
“LL/LLy/LLz” This mode is used with the Synchrocheck function. See Chapter 3, Synchrocheck Protection
The overvoltage protection is based on the line-to-line voltage regardless of the

measurement mode.
The wiring of the secondary circuits of voltage transformers to the device

terminal depends on the selected voltage-measuring mode.

Chapter 3
Local Panel User Interface
Protection System Front Figure 4 shows the front panel of the Allen-Bradley® 857 Protection System
and the location of the user interface elements that are used for local control.
Panel
Figure 4 - Front Panel of Allen-Bradley 857 Protection System
857
1. LCD dot-matrix display.

2. Keypad.
3. Status indicators.
4. RS-232 serial communication port for connection to a personal
computer.
The Display
The back lit 128x64 LCD dot-matrix display can show 21 characters per row
and eight rows simultaneously. The display shows:
• The single-line diagram of the relay with the object status, measurement
values, identification, and so forth (Figure 7).
• The configuration and parameterization values of the relay (Figure 8).
To turn on the backlight, press any key on the front HMI of the relay.

Chapter 3 Local Panel User Interface
The Keypad
The keypad is used to control objects and switches on the single-line diagram
display. To navigate in the menu, and set the required parameter values, use the
keypad and the guidance that is given in the display.
Figure 5 - Keys on the Keypad
The keypad has these keys and functions:

1 Enter and confirmation key (enter)
2 Cancel key (cancel)
3 Up/Down [Increase/Decrease] arrow keys (up/down)
4 Keys to select submenus [select a digit in a numerical value] (left/right)
5 Additional information key (info)
TIP The term, which is used for the keys in this manual, is inside the rounded
brackets.
Menu Navigation and Pointers
Use the up and down arrow keys to move up and down in the main menu
(see Figure 5). The active main menu option is indicated with a cursor. The
options in the main menu items are abbreviations, for example Evnt = events.
Figure 6 - Active Menu Options
After any selection, the The name of the active submenu and a
arrow symbols show the possible ANSI code of the selected function.
possible navigating
directions.
The measured and set The measured and

parameters. set values.

Local Panel User Interface Chapter 3
Figure 7 - Sections of the LCD Matrix Display
1 Freely configurable single-line diagram.

2 Five controllable objects.
3 Six object statuses.
4 Location identification.
5 Local/Remote selection.
6 Auto-reclose on/off selection (if applicable).
7 Freely selectable measurement values (max. six values).
Figure 8 - Sections of the LCD Matrix Display
8 Main menu column.

9 The heading of the active menu.
10 The cursor of the main menu.
11 Possible navigation directions.
12 Measured/setting parameter.
13 Measured/set value.

Communication Ports The 857 has three standard communication ports, “Remote”, “Local” and
“Extension”. A fourth optional Ethernet port is available. The Ethernet port
can also support the IEC 61850 standard if the Protection System is ordered
with this capability. A maximum of two communications interface options can
be operating at any given time. Communication modules are specified at the
time of order placement and are not exchanged in the field or replaceable.
These ports must be configured for the specific communications interface and
protocol being utilized as the main means of communicating to the Protection
System.
The front communications connection is used for connection to a personal

computer. The connection is used for setting the Protection System
parameters, and for the interrogation of information from the Protection
System, including disturbance recordings. The front panel connection is
associated only with the Local Port settings in the Protection System.
For setting the Protection System parameters by using the SetPointPS software
through the front connection, a special cable, part number 857-VX003, is
required for connection to a computer.
Once this cable is connected to the front of the Protection System, it associates
the connection of the personal computer to the Local Port on the Protection
System. This port must be configured in coordination with the settings of the
SetPointPS software, the personal computer serial port (if equipped), or a USB
to serial port adapter.
The default settings in the Protection System, for this communications

method are shown in the following table.
Description Default Setting
Communication rate 38,400
Parity N
Stop Bits 1
Verify that these communications settings are the same for the personal
computer serial or USB to Serial converters.
You can verify these settings in the Protection System by pushing and/or
holding the DOWN button until you reach the “BUS” location.
Push the RIGHT arrow button to scroll to the right to interrogate the Local
Port settings.

Digital and Virtual Inputs There are up to 20 digital inputs available for control purposes (varies by
model). The polarity – normal open (NO) / normal closed (NC) – and an
operational delay can be configured according to the application. These input
signals are available for use within the output matrix, block matrix,
programmable logic, and so on. 120V or 220V AC is used to activate digital
input 7…20. Use the SetPointPS software to select the AC Coupling Mode.
The contacts that are connected to digital inputs DI1…DI6 must be dry. These
inputs use the common internal 48-Vdc wetting-voltage from terminal X3:1,
only.
Label and description texts can be edited with SetPointPS according to the
application. Labels are the short parameter names that are used on the local
panel and descriptions are the longer names that are used within SetPointPS
software.
Table 12 - Summary of Digital Inputs
An additional input card is available as an option. The additional option card is

located in the X8 location and has the same ratings as the card in X7.
DI Terminal Operating Voltage Availability

- X3:1 48V DC supply for DI1…6 Always available
1 X3:2 Internal 48V DC
2 X3:3
3 X3:4
4 X3:5
5 X3:6
6 X3:7
7 X7:1 External 18…265V DC
50…250 V AC
8 X7:2
9 X7:3
10 X7:4
11 X7:5
12 X7:6
- X7:7 Common for DI7…12
13 X7:8 External 18…265V DC
50…250 V AC
14 X7:9
15 X7:10
16 X7:11
17 X7:12
18 X7:13
- X7:14 Common for DI13…17
19 X6:1…2 External 18…265V DC ARC card with 2 DIs
50…250V AC
20 X6:3…4

Table 13 - Digital Input Threshold Voltages
The digital input signals can be used for blocking and control signals for the
output relays. An additional input card is available as an option. The additional
option card is located in the X8 location and has the same ratings as the card in
X7.
Common Input group Wetting-voltage

input
On Off
X7:7 X7: 1…6 (DI 7…12) ≥ 18V DC or ≥ 50V AC ≤ 10V DC or ≤ 5V AC
X7:14 X7: 8…13 (DI 13…18) ≥ 18V DC or ≥ 50V AC ≤ 10 Vdc or ≤ 5V AC
Virtual Inputs and Outputs

There are four virtual inputs and six virtual outputs. The four virtual inputs act
like normal digital inputs. The state of the virtual input can be changed
through any communication bus and from SetPointPS. These virtual inputs are
used through the communication port or within any on board programmed
logic program. They can be used for applications such as status monitoring for
remote starting or as a process interlock or for status reporting. They can be
mapped in both the Output Matrix and the Blocking Matrix within the
Protection System.
The six virtual outputs act like output relays. There are no physical contacts
unless the virtual output is linked in an Alarm or Trip relay contact by way of
the Output Matrix. Virtual outputs are shown in the output matrix and the
block matrix. Virtual outputs can be used through the communication port or
within any on board programmed logic program. They can be used for
applications such as initiating the functions for remote starting or for the
initiating of process controls when mapped to an output relay. They can be
mapped in both the Output Matrix and the Blocking Matrix within the
Protection System.
Output Matrix
The output matrix connects, the output signals of the various protection stages,
digital inputs, and logic outputs to various digital output relays or status
indicators. The output matrix can also connect other internal signals to the
output relays, front-panel status indicators, virtual outputs, and so on.
There are two status indicators named “Alarm” and “Trip” on the front panel
that is mapped within the Output Matrix. There are also three general-purpose
status indicators – “A”, “B” and “C” – available for customer-specific
indications. In addition, the triggering of the disturbance recorder (DR) and
virtual outputs are configurable in the output matrix. See an example in
Figure 9.

An output relay or status indicator can be configured as latched or non-latched.

A non-latched relay or status indicator follows the condition of the controlling
signal. A latched relay or status indicator remains activated although the
controlling signal releases state can change after an initial activation. The
output relay or status indicator remains in that state until it is released either
from a front panel release command or via the SetPointPS latch release
command.
There is a common “release latched” signal to release all latched relays. This
release signal resets all latched output relays and indicators. Use a digital input,
a keypad, or by communication.to give the reset signal. Any digital input can be
used for resetting. The selection of the input is done with the SetPointPS
software under the menu “Release output matrix latches”. Under the same
menu, the “Release latches” parameter can be used for resetting. The enter key
releases the latches from the front panel.
Figure 9 - Typical Output Matrix (Varies by Model)

OUTPUT MATRIX
T1 T2 A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 Alarm Trip A B C DR VO1
Connected
Connected and latched
Motor Start
Motor Running
I> Start
I> Trip
I>> Start
I>> Trip
I>>> Start
I>>> Trip
Output Relay
Front panel status indicator, the internal disturbance recorder, or Virtual Outputs

Notes:

Chapter 4
Installation
Step 1: Gather Required Before you apply power to the 857 Protection System for the first time, you
must obtain the specific information about your application.
Information
• Selection of the appropriate protective mode for the 857 Protection
System: Motor or Feeder protective mode.
• The motor (feeder) nameplate data to determine your protective
functions and I/O.
• Obtain the current transformer and, if applied, voltage transformer data.
• The wiring configuration to the input and output relays on the
Protection System to determine the alarm and trip function
annunciation.
Step 2: Review Required Review the minimum required information from Step 1 to verify the
requirements for the protective parameters before powering up your Protection
Information System. The required data and protective elements that are selected varies
depending on the connected load and the application mode selected.
This minimum data is critical for the selection of the proper minimum initial
protective settings in the Protection System.
Table 14 - Typical Minimum Motor-protection Applications Data

Motor/ Device ID Motor 33
Motor Full Load Current For example, 80 A
Motor Locked Rotor Current 490 A
Current Transformer Primary amps 100
Current Transformer Secondary amps 5
Voltage Transformer Primary Voltage 4160
Voltage Transformer Secondary Voltage 120
Ground Fault CT Primary amps 100
Ground Fault CT Secondary amps 1

Chapter 4 Installation
Table 15 - Typical Feeder Protection Applications

Feeder ID Feeder 8
Full Load Current For example, 73 A
Current Transformer Primary 100
Current Transformer Secondary amps 5
Voltage Transformer Primary Voltage 4160
Voltage Transformer Secondary Voltage 120
Ground Fault CT Primary amps 100
Ground Fault CT Secondary amps 1
Step 3: Validate the 857 1. Thoroughly inspect each of your Protection System installations before
power is applied for the first time, especially if you did not personally
Installation perform the installation tasks.
2. Verify that each Protection System is ready to be energized before you
get to Step 4: Power Up, Configuring the Protection System and
Verifying Operation.
3. Identify which Protection System you have.
There are some important differences between Protection System
products that must be considered in subsequent steps. To determine
what type of Protection System you have, use the configuration menu
from the front of the Protection System to look under Device Info sub
menu.
4. Evaluate and note the appropriate protective elements in each
Protection System and the setting values for each specific load and
application.
See Table 1 on page 8 for available protective elements.
5. Visually inspect the wiring connections to each Protection System.
Verify that the correct wires are connected to the appropriate input and
output terminals.
See Measuring and Control Connections on page 15 to know where
these connections are made.
6. Apply the AC or DC power source to terminals 17 and 18 on the X3
terminal block on the left rear of the Protection System.
Configuring the Protection System
To configure the Protection System, you must determine which inputs and
output relays are to be used within the system control circuit. Typically there
are a total of nine output relays, which are used as Trip or Alarm contacts. The
number of digital inputs vary by model type.

Installation Chapter 4
Where higher (current) switching duty is required, such as breaker trip coils,
relays T1-T4 can be applied within the control circuit. Typically T1 is applied
as the main Trip output relay. The factory default settings apply all protective
element trip outputs to T1. Alarm functions are typically wired to output
relays A1-A5. However, any output relay can be configured as a trip or alarm
device via the Output Matrix.
Digital Inputs from 7…18 require a wetting voltage of between 18…265V DC

and 50…250V AC. Digital inputs from 1…6 are internally wetted using an
isolated 48V source from within the Protection System.
Step 4: Power Up, In this step, you must be familiar with the use the entry buttons on the front of
the Protection System or the SetPointPS software. For additional information,
Configuring the Protection see the Bulletin 857 Protection System User Manual 857-UM001 or refer to
System and Verifying the SetPointPS Software Programming Manual, 857-PM001.
Operation
In this step you will:
• Power up each of your Protection Systems.
• Configure each Protection System by entering the minimum key
parameter values.
• Review the I/O configuration that is related to digital inputs and output
relays.
1. Connect a personal computer to the Protection System, by using an 857-

VX003 communications cable and by way of the front panel RS-232
communications port.
2. Apply AC or DC power to the Protection System.
When power is first applied and the Protection System has completed its
power on confidence tests, the following screen appears. The screen
could vary slightly between different firmware revisions or if the relay
was previously programmed.
3. Review the state of the colored status indicators on the front of the
Protection System. The Protection System IED has eight status
indicators on the front panel.
Power Green represents the units general status (POWER)
Error Red indicates an internal hardware malfunction (Error)
Comm Amber indicates when communication is established to the 857.
Alarm Amber indicates that a protection element is signaling an alarm condition (Alarm).
Trip Red indicates that a protection element has reached a trip level.
A, B, and C Programmable and available for customer use. Amber indicates it is in use.

Step 5: Configuring the SetPointPS software is a tool that is used to set and configure the Protection
System IEDs. SetPointPS has a graphical interface, and the created documents
SetPointPS Software Tool can be saved and printed for later use.
1. Connect the serial cable between the USB to Serial converter to the
Protection System and plug the USB cable into the personal computer.
If your computer is equipped with a serial port, the USB to serial
converter is not necessary but is still recommended for the best
performance.
2. Open the Device Manager on the personal computer and check the
USB Serial Port number (COM) for the IED.
3. Open the SetPointPS software tool that is used for setting and
configuration of your Protection System by using a personal computer.
4. On the SetPointPS top menu, select Settings: Communication Settings.
5. Select the correct port that is associated with the USB to Serial
converter, under the Port area. Typically, the port is the last one on the
list.
6. Define the SetPointPS communication settings.
7. The default communication rate for the front local port on the
Protection System is 38,400.
8. Under the Local area, select the corresponding 38,400 speed (bps) from
the pull-down list.
9. Click the Apply button.
10. In the SetPointPS menu, select Program Settings.
You can add some levels of program modifications depending on your
preferences. The recommended settings are shown in light gray below
the selection.
Click the OK button to invoke any changes.
11. To initiate a connection between the SetPointPS software tool and a
Protection System, on the SetPointPS top menu line, select the
Communication menu.
12. Select Connect Device from the list.
A window opens with status data flowing through the window.
A Device Setup window appears which requires you to enter a password.
The default Configurator level password (highest level of control and
modification) is 2 or 0002.
13. Enter the password and click Apply.
SetPointPS continues to connect to the device and load of the relay
configuration details.

Step 6: Configuring the Once the connection between the SetPointPS software and the Protection
System is established, you can read and modify the data within the device.
Protection System Using
SetPointPS 1. Define the mode of protection that the relay performs; Motor
Protection or Feeder Protection. Make the mode selection in the
Application Mode parameter setting of the Device Info screen.
2. Enter the variables associate with the connected load and the control
unit that is used to start and stop the load.
3. The fundamental settings that are related to the load and controller
characteristics must be entered in the SCALING section of the
SetPointPS software.
Figure 10 shows the two variations of the scaling input screens from the
SetPointPS software; Motor protective mode and Feeder protective
mode. Notice the differences in the first portion of the configure
screens. For motor protection, the full load current of the motor must be
added. In the Feeder Mode, only the main current transformer details
are required. The following data must be entered to provide accurate
protection.
Motor nom current Motor full load current (for motor protective mode only).
CT primary Rated phase CT primary current ratio, for example, 500 A.
CT secondary Rated phase CT secondary current, for example, 5 A.
VT/PT primary If applied, rated VT/PT primary voltage ratio, for example, 4160V.
VT/PT secondary If applied, rated VT/PT secondary voltage, for example, 120V.
I 01 CT primary Rated value of I 01 Ground Fault CT primary current.
I 01 CT secondary Rated value of I 01 Ground Fault CT secondary current.
Rated I 01 input of the relay. 5 A or 1 A, as specified in the order code of the device.
I 02 CT Ground Fault Rated value of I 02 CT Ground Fault primary current.
I 02 CT secondary current Rated value of I 02 CT secondary current.
Rated I 02 input of the relay. 5 A, 1 A, or 0.2 A, as specified in the order code of the
device.
If VT/PT inputs are connected to the Protection System for metering, a

selection must be made in the Voltage Measurement Mode selection-area.

Typical entries within the Voltage Measurement Mode are: Two open delta
VT/PTs setting to be 2LL+U0, 3 VT/PTs in wye setting to be 3LN.
The CT input of the relay, 5 A or 1 A, are specified in the order code of the
device. The rated input values are equal to or less than the rated secondary
value of the CT.
The rated CT secondary can be greater than the rated input, but the
continuous current must be less than four times the rated input. The rated CT
secondary can also be less than the rated input, but the measurement accuracy
near zero current decreases.
Figure 10 - Scaling Input Screens

Motor Protective Mode Feeder Protective Mode
4. The factory default protective-element settings within the relay only

provide minimal levels of protection.
ATTENTION: You must select and configure the appropriate protective

elements in relationship to the application mode selected.

Set the Valid Protection Stages
Depending on the application mode that is selected, the default protective

settings are automatically selected but not fully configured.
The fundamental protection element selection, which is related to the load and
controller characteristics, is selected in the VALID PROTECTION STAGES
section of the SetPointPS software. Figure 11 shows a typical summary of the
Valid Protective Stages within the Protection System. You can also enable or
disable a protective stage by selecting the stages through this screen. Or by
going to the individual protection element settings page and enabled or
disabled each protection element individually.
Figure 11 - Valid Protective Stages

Set the Current Scaling Parameter Using the Front Panel
1. Press enter to move to the setting state of the desired menu (for example,
CONF/CURRENT SCALING).
The Pick text appears in the upper-left part of the display.
2. Press info. Enter the password that is associated with the configuration
level by pressing the arrow keys (default value is 0002).
3. Press enter.
4. Press up and down to scroll through the parameters.
A parameter can be set when the background color of the line is black. If
the parameter cannot be set, the parameter is framed.
5. Press enter to select the desired parameter (for example Inom).
6. Press up and down to change a parameter value.
If the value contains multiple digits, press left and right to shift from
digit to digit, and up and down to change the digits.
7. Press enter to accept a new value.
To leave the parameter value unchanged, exit the edit state by pressing
cancel.
Changing the Parameters
IMPORTANT Almost all parameters and settings can be viewed and modified using the
front panel interface. Because of the vast selection and modification
capabilities of the Protection System, the SetPointPS software tool is
recommended for monitoring and configuring the settings within the
device.

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Important differences between solid-state equipment and electromechanical

SetPointPS SetPointPS is a relay configuration tool for Rockwell Automation 857

It is possible to read and evaluate disturbance recordings from Rockwell

User Interface The relay is controlled in three ways:

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IMPORTANT Read the operation instructions before performing any operational

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Table 1 - List of Protection Functions (continued)

50NARC ArcI01> Optional earth-fault protection

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General Precautions Before Installation

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Catalog Number Explanation

3 1 A/5 A / 24V Code Description

6 1 A/5 A / 110V A TTL/RS-232 (VCM TTL)

7 1 A/5 A / 220V B Plastic/Plastic serial fiber interface (VCM FIBRE PP)

c G Rx Glass/Tx Plastic serial fiber interface (VCM FIBRE GP)

Additional I/O (X8 Terminal) I RJ45 connection (RS-232, VCM 232)

6 None M ST 100-Mbps Ethernet dual fiber interface inc. IEC 61850

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Mounting and Wiring Instructions

Figure 1 - Mounting Instructions

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Optional Projection Mounting Collar

Collar Part Number A B

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Measuring and Control

Allen-Bradley 857 Protection Relay is connected to the protected object

The following terminal connections are shown in this quick start:

Figure 3 - Example of Allen-Bradley 857 Back Panel Communication Connection

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Table 2 - Terminal X1 Left Side

No: Symbol Description

Table 3 - Terminal X1 Right Side

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Table 7 - Terminal X8 Model 857-3C7

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Table 8 - Terminal X8 Model 857-3C8

Available only when arc flash option is selected.

(1) Arc sensor itself is polarity free.

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Table 10 - Terminal X6 with DI19/DI20 Option

(1) Arc sensor itself is polarity free.

Table 11 - Available Voltage Modes

The overvoltage protection is based on the line-to-line voltage regardless of the

The wiring of the secondary circuits of voltage transformers to the device

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Local Panel User Interface