ENG SYN3000 Operation Manual

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SYN 3000
Digital Synchronizer and Synchronizing Check Relay
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22.10.1999
22.03.2000
27.03.2000
29.03.2000
22.10.1999
Cech
Klanacsky, Riss
Reitinger
Hantsch
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CAUTION
Installing, commissioning and operating of this product may be performed by thorougly
trained and specialized personnel * only. We explicitly will not take any responsibility or
any damage on our products caused by im- proper installation, configuration and
handling. Internal modifications must solely be carried out by specialized personnel
authorized by VA TECH ELIN GmbH & Co / Department AK - SE.
* Definition: Specialized personnel, when authorized and properly instructed, may
perform following tasks.
Installing, mounting, commissioning and operating of the apparatus and the system
when familiar with.
Switching operations according to the relevant Safety Standards for medium and high
voltage switchgear, i.e. plant energizing and de-energizing, preventive isolation, safety
earthing and securing, when instructed.
Maintenance and application of safety gear according to Standard Rules and
Regulations.
First Aid after extensive training.
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Table of Contents
1.Introduction.....................................................................................................7
2. Circuit Diagram SYN3000..............................................................................7
3. SYN3000 Models....................................................................................8
3.1.Digital Synchronizing Relay ................................................................................. 8
3.2.Digital Synchronizing Check Relay...................................................................... 8
3.3.Selection Inputs ..................................................................................................... 8
4. Design Features ...........................................................................................9

4.1.Optimum Plant Conformity ................................................................................... 9
4.1.1. 5+1 Synchronizing Modes.................................................................................... 9
4.1.2. 2 or 10 Selection Inputs ...................................................................................... 9
4.1.3. Flexible Installation .............................................................................................. 9
4.2.Safety Considerations ..................................................................................... 10
4.2.1. Dual Channel Feature........................................................................................ 10
4.2.2. Parameter Setting Check for All Synchronizing Modes...................................... 10
4.2.3. Password Function ..................................................................................... 10
4.2.4. Performance Indication ...................................................................................... 10
4.2.5. Performance Signalling...................................................................................... 10
4.2.6. Measured Value Indication................................................................................. 10
4.3.User Facilities....................................................................................................... 11
4.3.1. Integrated Operating Elements .......................................................................... 11
4.3.2. Menu Operated Parameter Setting .................................................................... 11
4.3.3. LC-Display ......................................................................................................... 11
4.3.4. Serial Communication Interface ........................................................................ 11
4.4.Additional Functions at Software Versions Starting at 2.19............................ 12
4.4.1. Maximum Permissible Phase Angle................................................................... 12
4.4.2. Impulse Length for CB Closing Command......................................................... 12
4.4.3. First Slip Measuring .......................................................................................... 12
4.4.4. Voltage Adaptation by Software........................................................................ 12
4.4.5. Speed Commands ............................................................................................ 13
4.4.6. Activation Time ................................................................................................. 13
5. Functional Description ..............................................................................13

5.1.Operating Sequence of the SYN3000 .............................................................14
5.2.User Control of the SYN3000............................................................................... 16
5.2.1. LED Indication.................................................................................................... 16
5.3.Menu Controlled Environment ........................................................................... 19
5.4.Structure of the Main Menu ................................................................................ 20
5.5.Structure of the Sub Menu Records................................................................ 21
5.5.1. [1] Last Synchronizing and Display of Measured Values .................................. 21
5.5.2. [2] Setting Values and Display of Parameter Settings ...................................... 23
5.5.3. [3] Current Value, Display of Actual Measured Values .................................... 25
5.6.Structure of the Sub Menu Parameter Settings............................................. 26
5.6.1. [1] CB Closing Time, Measuring the CB closing Time........................................ 26
5.6.2. [2] Date and Time, Setting the System Time ..................................................... 31
5.6.3. [3] Synchronizing, Synchronizing Modes, Configuring the Synchronizing
Parameters 32
6. Mounting of the SYN3000...........................................................................41

6.1.Scope of Supply................................................................................................... 41
6.2.External Wiring.............................................................................................. 42
6.3.Terminal Connections.......................................................................................... 42
7. Technical Data.............................................................................................49
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7.1.Electrical Data ...................................................................................................... 49
7.2.Case and Dimensions ..........................................................................................50
7.3.Parameter Setting Ranges............................................................................... 50
8. Error Annunciation List ............................................................................ 51

9. Model Selection for Ordering.............................................................55
10. Typical Application: Generator to bus system synchronizing with
speed- and voltage regulation control ......................................................56
11. Outline Drawing:....................................................................................58
12. Remarks to the Accuracy .........................................................................59
13. SYN3000 - SETTING TABLE .....................................................................63
14. PLEASE NOTE !.........................................................................................64
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1.
Introduction
This descriptive literature deals with the SYN3000 synchronizing device as well as the
SYN3000 synchronizing check relay. The SYN3000 synchronizing check relay
represents a partial assembly of the SYN3000 synchronizing device and basically
differs only by the reduced operating mode potential. Further details are outlined in
Chapter 3, SYN3000 models.
The synchronizing relay SYN3000, from ELIN company, is exclusively applying
microprocessor techniques. The device is employed to synchronize and
parallel synchronous or asynchronous three phase or single phase
systems being either in an energised and/or de-energised state. It is an
improved and re-designed model of the analog auto synchronizing relay
SYN2000. This product development was made possible due to the long
time experience and team work of our design and research staff
applying the most advanced microprocessor techniques available today.
2.
Circuit Diagram SYN3000
The diagram is applicable for the synchronizing device as well as for the synchronizing
check relay. For economic considerations one of the SYN3000 models
available is provided with selection inputs 9 and 10 only.
Circuit Diagram SYN3000
3.
SYN3000 Models
The SYN3000 can be delivered in the following two relay models:
3.1. Digital Synchronizing Relay

This model includes all features of the SYN3000, e.g. speed and voltage regulation,
etc. There are up to five different synchronizing modes for altogether ten different
parameter settings blocks available. In addition the circuit breaker closing time function
i.e. CB dead time compensation is also included.
3.2. Digital Synchronizing Check Relay

This model contains part of the SYN3000 features such as the synchronizing check
operating mode and measuring of the circuit breaker closing time. The
relay is applied as a manual closing interlock when paralleling two
systems or as an additional safety interlock in automatic transfer control
circuits.
Both models are can be delivered with either 2 or 10 selection inputs.
Due to the application of modern microprocessor techniques both models have
basically the same hardware, the difference lying mainly in the software, e.g. in case of
the synchronizing check relay only part of the possible operating functions are
supported.
For the various plant configurations on site many different operating functions are
required. To cater for these requirements the analog type synchronizing
equipment was composed of several modules with each providing a
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different function applicable to the plant.
Also the digital SYN3000 is made up of several function systems, however in this case
on a software basis containing all necessary possible functions in the
memory, i.e. an EEPROM. When loading the integrated menus, the
desired functions are selected by the User and are stored together with
the synchronizing parameters in the relay. Thus the system configuration
may be car ried out on site with consideration of all the required plant
operating conditions. Further any necessary site modifications of the
parameters can be carried out with ease by authorised personnel.
3.3. Selection Inputs

Especially for applications restricted to one unit the above SYN3000 models are also
available with two selection input channels 9 and 10.
4.
Design Features
4.1. Optimum Plant Conformity

4.1.1. 5+1 Synchronizing Modes
To apply the SYN3000 to all required plant configurations the relay is provided with 5
synchronizing operating modes. From the synchronizing mode selected the
corresponding related settings have to be configured. A further, sixth, synchronizing
mode is provided for measuring the circuit breaker closing time.
Mode 1:
Generator to bus bar or power line
Mode 2:
Synchronous or asynchronous power systems or lines
Mode 3:
Synchronous or asynchronous power systems or lines similar to mode
2, however with additional dead line or dead bus charging
Mode 4:
Synchronizing check for manual closing operations
Mode 5:
Fast automatic transfer of bus bar systems
Mode 6:
Measuring of the circuit breaker closing time
4.1.2. 2 or 10 Selection Inputs
To optimise plant performance the SYN3000 is equipped with 10 selection input and an
additional selection input for fast automatic bus bar transfer operations.
Thus it is possible to apply a single relay to several synchronizing
control circuits, e.g. Unit 1, Unit 2, etc., and/or synchronizing modes to
the very same synchronizing control location, i.e. Unit synchronizing to
bus bar system, synchronizing check function, etc.
For each of the selection inputs specific parameter setting values can be configured,
i.e. synchronizing mode, voltage level and frequency level limits,
permissible voltage and frequency difference, CB closing time, i.e. CB
dead time compensation, etc. When selecting a selection input, the
corresponding setting parameters are loaded from the internal memory
and the synchronizing operation is performed according to these
parameters.
Simultaneously, it must be ensured that the external control circuit is applying the
correct running and incoming voltages to the SYN3000 and to connect the SYN3000
control outputs to the corresponding equipment, e.g. circuit breaker closing coil and
speed and voltage regulator.
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4.1.3. Flexible Installation
The SYN3000 is produced in the 19" rack housing technique with following possibilities
for mounting:
Mounting into an existing 19" rack Flush panel mounting
When installing the relay into an existing 19" rack the space required is half a rack, i.e.
two relays can be mounted into a single rack.
4.2. Safety Considerations

4.2.1. Dual Channel Feature
The program sequence for determining the voltage, frequency and phase angle is executed
on a multi-redundant basis with cross check plausibility control. Further, the Circuit
Breaker Closing Command is initiated by the Processor via an additional fail-safe circuit
operating the relay outputs. This feature prevents false synchronizing due to hardware
component failure.
For especially high safety requirements a dual channel device can be delivered. Two
SYN3000 are combined to one unit with an additional supervision board DCS3. Both
synchronizing relays are configured with the same parameter settings and the
supervision board is monitoring the si- multaneousness of the control and closing
commands. The final control outputs are set after extensive verification via additional
contacts on the DCS3 board.
The additional display and indications on the DCS3 are showing the respective state of
operation. Due to the modular design, existing synchronizing schemes can be
upgraded with the DCS3 at any time required.
4.2.2. Parameter Setting Check for All Synchronizing Modes
Configuring the parameters is supervised by the software and only plausible setting
values are accepted, whereas wrong programming and invalid parameters will be
rejected. The parameter setting range is designed to prevent false synchronizing due to
inadequate settings.
4.2.3. Password Function
To protect against unauthorised operation the SYN3000, a 5 digit access code
is provided. However, the set parameters and the measured values for synchronizing
operations can be viewed any time without the use of the access code. But
modification of the various parameter settings can only be performed after entering
the correct password. On delivery from our Works the manufacturing default setting for
all new synchronizing relays is 00000.
4.2.4. Performance Indication
A 16 LED display is provided at the relay front showing the performance state and
alarm indications. This indication provides information at any time about the operating
state of the SYN3000, i.e. Ready, Remote Control Activated, etc.
4.2.5. Performance Signalling
The remote signal indications "SYN3000 Ready" and "SYN3000 Alarm" are potential
free contacts wired to terminals at the rear of the relay. By a combination of the signals
"SYN3000 Not Ready" and "SYN3000 No Alarm", the signal "SYN3000 Selected" can
be derived since the "SYN3000 Ready" signal is reset when selecting the relay. Also
refer to chapter 6.3, "Terminal Connections".
4.2.6. Measured Value Indication
On a 4 digit LC-display at the front, the most important currently measured values are
displayed, i.e. V1, V2, f1, f2 and the phase angle
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4.3. User Facilities

4.3.1. Integrated Operating Elements
All operating and display facilities are located at the front of the relay. The main feature
being that for configuration of the parameters no additional external programming aid is
necessary.
4.3.2. Menu Operated Parameter Setting
The password as well as the synchronizing mode and all parameters are entirely menu
operated via the 4 row LC-display and the integrated key pad. After configuration of the
parameters and with a subsequent safety confirmation, the parameter settings are
permanently stored into the EEPROM and retained even in case of supply failure.
The access code can be modified by the password User at any time.
4.3.3. LC-Display
Without entering the access code, the set parameters and the synchronizing mode can
be chekked. Further, the five relevant measured values of the
current synchronizing operation can be displayed.
Via the key pad also the data about the last synchronizing sequence can be recalled
whereby two sets of data are displayed.
The first set of data indicates the actual measured values at the instant of initiating the
CB closing command and the second one displays the actual measured value at the
time the CB poles have reached the closed position.
Measured Value Display:
Voltage System 1
Voltage System 2
Frequency System 1
Frequency System 2
Phase Angle
Selected Selection Input
Set Synchronizing Mode
4.3.4. Serial Communication Interface
With the visualization software SYN-WIN you can via the serial communication port at
the relay front the stored data of the most recent synchronizing operation can be
loaded to a PC and displayed. Likewise all parameters can be (pre-)programmed by
PC with SYN-WIN, saved to a file and loaded to the SYN3000 via the serial
communication port.
The visualising software SYN-WIN requires at least Windows95 or NT4.0. It displays
the current synchronizing process in real time and also shows the recorded curves of
the last synchronization.
On a 50 Hz basis the memory for the recorded curves of the SYN3000 can
accommodate a pre- synchronizing period of 4 minutes and stores the measured
values of the running and incoming voltages, their frequency and phase angle and
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the logic state of the variables
V Low,
f
Low,
Low and the speed and voltage Raise and Lower control commands with a
sampling rate of 12,5 values per second.
A demo-version of the SYN-WIN software is also available displaying all the above
functions with the exception of the serial interconnection to the SYN3000.
4.3.4.1. Caution Notice to SYN-WIN
The SYN-WIN software provides the display of the actual measured values and also an
image of
a synchronoscope. Although the synchronoscope looks deceivingly real it can
in no way whatsoever be taken as a guide for manual synchronizing.
WARNING
The timing may not be real time and the displayed measured values and the
pointer of the synchroscope may differ from the actual values and position.
4.4. Additional Functions at Software Versions Starting at 2.19

At software versions
V2.19 additional functions are implemented to increase the safety and the comfort for
operation. The software version of the SYN3000 is shown on the LC-display (main
menu).
4.4.1. Maximum Permissible Phase Angle
The SYN3000 has an accuracy of
0,5 (due to the internal measuring). Now the accuracy at the
calculation of the phase angle has been increased. The permissible phase angle now
can be also set to 0, in steps of 1 (in the old version minimum setting was 1). By this
the maximum accuracy at CB closing is
0,5 (at 0 setting),
1,5 (at 1 setting), etc. The closing times based on
this accuracy are calculated in chapter 12, "Remarks to the Accuracy".

4.4.2. Impulse Length for CB Closing Command
At the old version the impulse length for CB closing command could be set with a
minimum length of 1 sec. Now this command is fixed to a length of 0,7 sec. Only in
mode 4 (synchrocheck) the contact closes for the whole period, when the
synchronization conditions are fullfilled. Merely at earlier reset by selection input the
closing time may be shorter. See chapter 5.1, "Operating Se- quence of the
SYN3000".
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4.4.3. First Slip Measuring
If in mode 1 (generator to bus bar or power line) the same voltage is switched to both sides
of the SYN3000 by mistake, the old software has gives a CB closing command, as by this
wiring failure
the synchronization conditions seem to be fullfilled. In the new software such external
wiring failures can be recognized and no wrong closing command can be applied. This is
realized be the implementation of the following condition:
After selection of the SYN3000 the slip must be at least
0,025 Hz for one moment for activating

the calculation.
4.4.4. Voltage Adaptation by Software

In some applications it may happen that the level of the two VT-voltages for the
SYN3000 are not 100% the same. The reason can be in different VTratio or in incorrect matching of the VT primary voltage to the rated
generator or line voltages. Now with the SYN3000 the voltage of system
2
(line) can be multiplied with a factor for adaptation. This factor ranges from 0,8
- 1,2 (80% - 120%).
An adaptation of the phase angle by software is for safety reason not provided (too
dangerous at incorrect parameter input!).
4.4.5. Speed Commands
The speed commands have been improved in two ways:
1. The turbine governours react very sensible to speed signals. So the range for the
parameter input has been refined. Now it ranges from 0,1... 20 sec./Hz (in steps of
0,1 sec./Hz) (possible input is 1...200 sec./10 Hz), with a maximum pulse length of
2,5 sec.
2. If the slip regulation regulates to a slip of 0, it can happen that the synchronoscope
stays at a phase angle with a slip of 0. Then it takes much time to sychronize the
generator. We have implemented now the function that the slip is regulated to a
fixed small value greater than 0.
Remark to 2:
The SYN3000 regulates to a slip of 0,03 Hz over-synchronous. That means, also in the
range of 0 to 0,03 Hz over-synchronous it applies "speed raise-commands" to get this
slip.
The length of the speed commands is given by the difference of the actual slip to 0,03
Hz. The- refore, for example, at 0,06 Hz the "lower"-commands have the same length
as at 0 Hz ("raise"- commands). That means that the pulse length is unsymmetrical to
the slip zero point.
Exception:
When the maximum frequency difference +dfmax is set to a value below 0,06 Hz, the
set point for the slip regulation is not 0,03 Hz, but +dfmax/2 (see also chapter 5.6.3.9,
"Definition of Setting Pa- rameters").
4.4.6. Activation Time
The activation time of the SYN3000 has now a minimum setting of 1 second (in steps
of 1 sec. up to 25 sec.). This ensures that the SYN3000 gets valid voltages when the
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SYN3000 selection and voltage application are started at the same time.
5.
Functional Description
To cater for any variety of switchgear at site the SYN3000 is equipped with 10 selection
inputs
and thus can universally be employed for service requirements. The selection inputs
are initiating
the entire functions of the SYN3000. Before synchronizing is carried out each
input channel in use has to be programmed once with the relevant
set of parameters applicable to the plant- specific plant. The setting
parameters comprise the synchronizing mode and its associated set of
parameters, e.g. voltage level, frequency difference, etc. When
terminating the setting procedure,
all data are permanently stored into the memory and the selection input is ready for
operation.
On the assumption that the SYN3000 is connected to an auxiliary supply all the time,
the selection inputs are actuating the relay functions. As long as an input is set, the
SYN3000 is evaluating its corresponding VT input signals and is producing the
necessary raise and lower control commands and provides the CB close command or
the closing interlock clearance when the system conditions are within the set limits.
When resetting the selection input selection the synchronizing function of the SYN3000
is immediately terminated. With the range of parameters provided for each
synchronizing mode the SYN3000 can be adapted to all plant configurations.
As soon as the auxiliary power supply is switched onto terminals 13, 14 the SYN3000 is
"Ready"
for operation which is indicated by the "Ready" LED at the front, meaning that the relay can
be initialised via the selection inputs. A synchronizing operation is started by selection, i.e.
setting of
a selection input. This procedure will alter the relays ready state to the operation
state and simultaneously the "Ready" LED indication disappears and the "Selected"
LED will start flashing. The flashing will continue until CB closing has occurred and is
then converting into a steady-on indication. The LEDs "
V Low", "
f Low", "
Low" provide information when the setting value is
approached. When all three LEDs are energised the synchronizing conditions are
fulfilled and either the CB closing command or the closing interlock clearance is given. The
Closing command
or interlock clearance is also indicated by a LED.
Every time when the phase angle is 0 or when the synchronization conditions are fullfilled,
a CB
closing command is produced. That means that in one selection period several
commands can be
given if one is not successful. The length of this command is
fixed to 0,7 sec. Only in mode 4 (synchronizing check) the command closes for the
whole period, while the synchronization conditions are fullfilled.
At synchronous systems or when the slip is below 0,008 Hz, a closing command is
produced every 5 sec.
Selecting a selection input will initiate the associated safety time delay on pick up t W.
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This time delay is provided to consider any possible delays of connecting the external
VT voltages and clearance condition of the external synchronizing control circuitry.
After this time delay the SYN3000 begins to evaluate the running and incoming voltage
signals of its measuring inputs and is giving the resulting CB closing command or
providing the interlock clearance for closing, as soon as the system conditions are
within the set limits.
Immediately after remote control selection and during the time delay t W the SYN3000
is loading the corresponding parameter set from its memory.
The main component of this parameter set is the so-called synchronizing operating
mode. This mode defines which set of systems are to be connected together. All other
setting
parameters are depending on the synchronizing mode. This way 10
different planttw locations with their associated parameter settings and various types of
plant equipment can be catered for. For example, the selection input 1 may represent
a generator to be synchronized to a bus bar system and input 2 a
bus bar system to be
connected to a power line. Each selection input can be configured to one of
the possible 5 synchronizing operating modes.
5.1. Operating Sequence of the SYN3000

The following time based diagram is showing the operating sequence of the SYN3000
for all synchronizing modes.
Synchronizing Duration
t2
CB poles closed
t1
"CB-Close"- command
Sync.Mode 1: raise/lower commands
Activate:
VT voltages, CB-Close circ. raise/lower circuitry
VT voltages are evaluated
Activation time
Selection input
t3
t4
t
Reset by selection input
tCB-Close
The diagram is read from top to bottom.

1. The selection input is selected via the external synchronizing control circuit and the
time delay tW is initiated at the instant of t1.
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LED-Service
state indication
2. Subsequently or simultaneously,
but at the latest by the end of
the safety delay t W , the VT
running and incoming voltages and
the CB control circuit has to be
connected to the SYN3000.
3. The time required to connect the
external control circuitry must be in
all cases within the set duration of
time delay tW.
4. After the safety time delay has
elapsed, i.e. at the instant of t2
the SYN3000 is
starting to
process the VT input voltages. When
the selection input Synchronizing
Mode 1 was configured
for a generator to bus bar
synchronizing mode the raise and
lower control commands will be given in accordance to the system conditions.

LC-display for actual conditions
5. At the time of t3 all synchronizing 4-row
are
measured values and setting
fulfilled and the SYN3000 is activating the CB values as well as supporting close control output.
Simultaneously the CB control command menu
delay tCB-Close
is
started.
6. At the instant of t4 the CB auxiliary contact is confirming that the circuit breaker is in
the closed position thereby resetting the selection input selection via the external
synchronizing control circuit. The de-activation of the control input will
immediately terminate all operations of the SYN3000 which subsequently is
resetting the CB control command output "CB-Close". The delay in de-energising
tCB-Close determines the CB close command pulse length (0,7 sec.).
To prevent false synchronizing the procedures described have strictly to be

observed. The omission of one or both VT voltage signals during the active
remote control selection of a synchronizing mode with live and/or dead bus
conditions, i.e. synchronizing mode 3 and 4
may lead to false synchronizing.
5.2. User Control of the SYN3000

The front of the SYN3000
contains all controlfacilities necessary for commissioning and service operation.
and
indication
5.2.1. LED Indication

For a quick reference and without activating any additional keys the SYN3000 is
provided with altogether 16 LEDs displaying the operating state of the relay.
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Left Column LED Indication

LED Colours
Green
Green
Yellow
Yellow
Yellow
Yellow
Green
Green
Denomination
Indication: Ready
Definition
The SYN3000 is connected to the

auxiliary power supply and ready to
receive a selection input. The selfmonitoring program is signalling that all
systems go. The LED will be de-energised
when reco- gnising an external or internal
fault and/or a selection input is selected.
The selection input is selected and during
Indication: Active
the time between selection and CB close
command the indication is flashing. After
the close command is given the LED
changes to a steady light, thereby indicating that CB closing has been performed
but the external synchronizing control
circuit is still not de-activated.
During
the
synchronizing
mode,
Command: Frequency increase
"Generator to Bus Bar" the control
(digital synchronizing mode)
commands to the turbine speed regulator
are given. The LED is energised when the
speed raise output is activated.
the
synchronizing
mode,
Command: Frequency decrease During
commands to the turbine speed regulator
are given. The LED is energised when the
Serial communication port
Key pad for parameter configuration
speed lower output is activated.
for remote setting of paraand relay functions setting
During
the
synchronizing
mode,
meters and measured
Command:
Voltage
increase
values display
commands to the voltage regulator are
given. The LED is energised when the
voltage raise output is activated.
During
the
synchronizing
mode,
Command: Voltage decrease
commands to the voltage regulator are
given. The LED is energised when the
voltage lower output is activated.
From the VT voltage of system 1 a pulse
Indication: System 1 active
signal of equal phase angle is produced.
The frequency of this pulse signal is
halved and independent of the SYN3000
operating state is energising the LED
indication. The LED will light up for
voltages above approximately 30V VT
voltage, indicating also the activation of
the frequency and phase angle measuring
processes.
From the VT voltage of system 2 a pulse
Indication: System 2 active
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signal of equal phase angle is produced.
The frequency of this pulse signal is
halved and independent of the SYN3000
operating state is energising the LED
indication. The LED will light up for
voltages above approximately 30V VT
voltage, indicating also the activation of
the frequency and phase angle measuring
processes.
Right Column LED Indication

LED colour
Green
Denomination
Indication: V Low
Green
Indication: f Low
Green
Indication: Low
Red
Indication: Initial time delay
Red
Indication:
time
Yellow
Command: CB Close
Red
Indication: Total sync. time >>
Red
Indication: Warning / Error
Deactivation- out of
Definition
The SYN3000 is selected and the voltage
difference of the two systems to be
synchronized is within the programmed
limits.
The SYN3000 is selected and the
frequency difference of the two systems to
be synchronized is within the programmed
limits.
The SYN3000 is selected and the phase
angle between the two systems to be
synchronized is within the set limits by also
conside- ring the CB closing time.
After selecting the SYN3000 a pre-set
safety time delay has to elapse to ensure
that all measured inputs are already in a
stable state.
After the SYN3000 has given the CB close
command it has to be de-activated within a
certain time to return to the "Ready" state.
When this time is reached the LED will be
energised. During this period any
operation of the SYN3000 is blocked and
the device has to be de-activated in order
to enable a further synchronizing
sequence.
This LED indicates the closing of the CB
close output contacts. In synchronizing
mode 4, "Synchronizing Check" the LED
shows the CB close interlock clearance
whereby the output contacts are closed.
When synchronizing cannot be achieved
within a set time by the SYN3000 this LED
is being energised and the synchronizing
sequence is terminated until the relay is
selected again.
Any internal or external abnormal
conditions recognised by the SYN3000 will
energise this LED and at the same time
the type of fault is indicated on the LCdisplay.
Serial Interface
The relay front is provided with a 9 pole D-SUB-MIN-socket for connection of an
external PC. This serial communication port enables by software SYN-WIN to read and
to display the actual values, the setting parameters and the synchronizing procedures
from the SYN3000. Likewise all parameters can be (pre-)programmed by PC with
SYN-WIN, saved to a file and loaded to the SYN3000 via the serial
communication port.
LC-Display
To facilitate operation and reading data for the User, the SYN3000 is equipped with a 4row LC- display. In conjunction with the key pad the SYN3000 can be operated and
configured without the aid of a hand terminal or a PC. The communicating language
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Key Pad
For ease of operation and not having multi-function keys the SYN3000 is provided with
a 10-key pad and 6 control keys. Thus the setting parameters can be entered directly
without effort. The design of the key pad ensures an exact point of operation with a
minimum amount of pressure applied for definite key operation.
5.3. Menu Controlled Environment

The menu operation is basically divided into two levels. First in a service level, which
includes the records and enables reading of setting parameters and measured values
without influencing the functional availability of the device. Second in a safety level
menu, containing the setting parameters which can only be accessed by entering the
correct password.
Basic Selection:
SYN3000, Vx.xx, xx
-- STANDBY -- [1] Event Record
[2] Change Settings
The first line shows the actual software version including the creating year ( Vx.xx,
xx).
Further more the actual software version can be read out with the
visualization software SYN- WIN. With the basic selection, in addition to the LED
indications also the actual state of the SYN3000 is displayed.
Following operating modes are possible:
- INITIALISED After connection of the SYN3000 to the auxiliary supply the microprocessors
undergo special check sequences in order to verify the correct state of
the components. Then the internal communication is initiated and the
SYN3000 either displays the Ready state or indicates a Remote
Control Selection.
-- READY -The SYN3000 has the auxiliary voltage supply and is not selected via a remote control
channel.
In this operating mode the actual measured values cannot be displayed, since without
any remote control selection the incoming VT secondary voltages are
not available. Only this particular operating mode permits the
modification of setting parameters, because otherwise a change of parameters may adversely affect a synchronizing sequence already in
progress. The Ready indication indicates the correct service function
of the components as well as that no fault alarm has developed.
- SELECTEDA selection input has been activated an via the sub menu Actual Values the actual
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measured values are shown. Simultaneously to the LC-display the LED Selected
indicates by flashing that the SYN3000 has had a remote selection but no CB closing
command has been given yet. After initiation of the CB close order the LED will convert
to a steady-on indication and via sub menu Last Synchronizing the characteristic
values of this synchronizing sequence can be sampled.
5.4. Structure of the Main Menu

SYN3000, Vx.xx, xx
-- STANDBY -- [1] Event Record
[2] Change Settings
[1] Last Synchroniz. [2] Act. Settings [3] Act. Values [ESC] Main Menue
SYN3000, Vx.xx, xx
Password:.....
[5 digit password]
[1] Get C.B. delay [2] Date & Time
[3] Setting Paramet. [SKIP] Next Page...
[SKIP]
[4] Actual Values
[5] Change Password [SKIP] Previous Page [ESC] Main Menu
[1]
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The user control of the SYN3000 is divided into a protected and an unprotected access
level. The un-protected level, i.e. Records, can be entered any time and even during a
synchronizing control sequence the settings and measured values can be called up
without endangering the plant.
The protected level, i.e. settings, can only be accessed when the SYN3000 is in a
Ready state and
the correct password has been entered. This mode enable to measure the CB closing
time and modification of the setting parameters.
5.5. Structure of the Sub Menu Records

The sub menu can be entered without the application of an access code and therein
only measured values and setting parameters can be displayed. Any modification of
the set values or influ- ence onto functionality of the SYN3000 is prevented.
[1] Last Synchroniz.
[2] Act. Settings
[3] Act. Values [ESC]
Main Menue
Description of the Various Functions

Via the [1], [2], [3] key the particular functions can be called up and the [ESC] key gets
you back into the main menu.
5.5.1. [1] Last Synchronizing and Display of Measured Values
One of the special features of the SYN3000 offers the possibility to review and assess the
performance of the most recent synchronizing operation with the aid of the recorded
measured values.
During the whole synchronizing sequence the current measured values of the
running and incoming voltages, the frequency and the phase angle are updated
each 6th measuring period, which is equivalent to 0,12 seconds on a 50 Hz basis.
When all synchronizing conditions are fulfilled the SYN3000 will produce a circuit breaker
closing command and at this instant all relevant actual measured values are written into a
reserved register and an internal timing stage is started. The time delay of this stage is
equal to the prior set
CB dead time compensation of the particular remote input channel. After this time has
expired a new set of measured values is stored into the memory.
Thus two sets of measured values are available, i.e. the ones at the instant of the
CB closing command and the others when the CB poles have just closed.
The requirements to perform the measuring at the instant of the actual CB poles
closing are as follows.
The auxiliary CB contacts must not be of the early make type in order not to
prematurely terminate the remote control selection thus also disconnecting the VT
voltages.
The auxiliary supply of the SYN3000 must not be disconnected when terminating
the synchronizing operation.
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After calling up the function the LC-display will show following contents.
LAST SYNCHRONIZING:
on: 15-06-94
at: 17:53:21,24
17:53:21,74 [SKIP]
This is the first of three pages and provides information about the date and time of the last synchronizing sequence by the SYN3000.
In the example above the last synchronization was carried out on Wednesday 15 th June 1994 at
17:00 hours, 53 minutes, 21 seconds and 24 hundredth of a second. In this configuration the CB
dead time compensation is set to 500 ms with a resulting time display in the last line of 17:00
hours, 53 minutes, 21 seconds and 74 hundredth of a second, i.e. 500 ms later.
When the auxiliary supply of the SYN3000 was switched off since the last synchronizing operation and restored again the memory has been erased and the display on this page will only show
zero readings instead of time and date.
The next page, page 2, is attained by operating the [SKIP] key.
Page: 2, Measured Values at the Time of CB Closing Order
CH:2 ,SM:1, Page:2
V1=117V, F1=49.98Hz
V2=117V,..F2=49.96Hz
PHI=5 Deg [SKIP]

The first line indicates the selected selection input number and the configured synchronizing mode. The following two lines are showing the actual measured values of voltage and frequency at
the instant the command is given and the last line displays the actual phase angle at the same
moment.
5.5.1.1.
Display Legend
CH
Selection input used from 1 to 10
SM
Configured synchronizing mode from 1 to 5
Page: 2
Measured values at the instant of CB closing command
V1
Measured value of voltage system 1
F1
Measured value of frequency system 1
V2
F2
PHI
Phase displacement between the two systems in Degree electrical
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The [SKIP] key will get you to the third and last page.
Page: 3, Measured Values at Instant of CB Poles Closed
C.B. CLOSED, Page:3
V1=117V, F1=49.98Hz
V2=117V,..F2=49.95Hz
PHI=0 Deg [ESC]

This page is displaying all measured values encountered at the exact moment of the circuit breaker poles closing, i.e. the actual system connection.
5.5.1.2.
Display Legend
Page: 3
Measured values at the instant of actual CB closing
V1
F1
V2
F2
PHI
Phase displacement between the two systems in Degree electrical
The [ESC] key is pressed to return to the main menu. For ease of operation all menu levels are
entered in one direction only. In order to reach a preceding page all menu selections have to be
selected again.
5.5.2. [2] Setting Values and Display of Parameter Settings
To accommodate several synchronizing locations into one SYN3000 the relay is provided with 2
or 10 selection inputs. When selecting such a control input the SYN3000 is activated and a synchronizing sequence commences according to the set parameters of this particular channel. To
outline the internal structure of the SYN3000 again, there is a brief description about the parameter setting procedure as follows.
For all synchronizing modes in common there is a super- set of entries. Each synchronizing mode
is using a defined mask menu to only display the setting prompts relevant for this mode of operation.
By this feature all parameter setting values can be displayed for each selection input without impairing the functionality of the SYN3000. After selecting this function the LC-display will be as
indicated below.
REMOTE CONTROL SEL.
Select Channel: 0
[1-10] [ESC] [OK]
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This window will request the entry of the selection input number desired to be viewed. The possible range is from 1 to 10 and to finalise the selection procedure the [OK] key is operated. To abort the function and to return to the main menu the [ESC) key is activated.
The following description of the operating procedures gives an example for programming selection input 2 and synchronizing mode 1, i.e. generator to bus bar synchronizing.
The illustration below shows the actual synchronizing mode for the selected selection input.
-REMOTE CHANNEL: 2Sync.mode: 1
# Generator/Bus Bar
[ESC]
[OK]
For quick reference, each synchronizing mode is provided with a fixed number. The allocation of
these numbers are as follows.
1
2
3
4
5
6
Generator / Bus Bar

Synchronous / Asynchronous
Dead System / Live System
Synchronizing Check
Bus Bar Auto Transfer
CB Closing Time
Depending on the configured synchronizing mode the displays are according to the windows below.
CHANNEL:2 /SYNC.M.=1
SYS1: Max.Syn.Volt.
V1max=130V, (110)
[ESC]
[OK]
The first line of the display and of the subsequent displays always indicates the current selection
input and the programmed synchronizing mode.
The last display of the menu sequence offers the choice to once again review all entries.
CHANNEL:2 /SYNC.M.=1
Do you want to
review your inputs?
[SKIP]=No [OK]=Yes
By operating the [OK] key the display will return to the preceding menu option again which for this
example is the SYS1: Max.Sync.Volt. parameter. On the other hand however, the [SKIP] key will
proceed one level back into the sub menu Records.
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5.5.3. [3] Current Value, Display of Actual Measured Values

An additional feature of the SYN3000 enables the simultaneous display of all actual measured
values, precondition being that a selection input of the SYN3000 is selected. Otherwise the VT
circuits may not be connected due to the interlocks of the external control circuit.
When choosing this function when the SYN3000 is not selected following display will appear.
SYN3000, Vx.xx, xx
No remote
channel active!
[ESC] Main Menue
The display will remain as above as long as there has not been any remote control selection but
will immediately change as indicated below as soon as the SYN3000 is selected.
ACT.VALS,Channel:2
V1=117V, F1=49.97Hz
V2=118V, F2=49.94Hz
Phaseangle=+144Deg.
To also display the current values for rapid processes the measured value are updated about four
times per second.
The values shown above are an example of a synchronizing location having 120 V VT secondary
voltage. To revert to the sub menu Records again the [ESC] key has to be operated.
In case of external or internal faults the window will immediately change to the corresponding fault
display.
Example of an indication when losing one of the VT voltages during a synchronizing operation:
SYN3000, Vx.xx, xx
--INTERNAL ERROR-Code:0014, Type: 8
[ESC] to quit
For more details of all fault displays and the required action to be taken please refer to the Fault
Directory.
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5.6. Structure of the Sub Menu Parameter Settings

SYN3000, Vx.xx, xx
Password:.....
[5 digit password]
[1] Get C.B. delay
[2] Date & Time
[3] Setting Paramet.
[SKIP] Next Page...
[SKIP]
[4] Actual Values
[5] Change Password
[SKIP] Previous Page
[ESC] Main Menu
In order to prevent accidental modification of the parameter settings all menu options which can
impair the functionality of the SYN3000 are protected by a password. Upon delivery from our
Works this access code set to 00000 and can be replaced by a desired five digit number at any
time.
Description of the various Functions

Via the [1], [2], [3], [4], [5] keys the respective menu options are called up. The [SKIP] key will
change the menu pages and with the [ESC] key the main menu is entered again.
5.6.1.
[1] CB Closing Time, Measuring the CB closing Time
The possibility to measure the CB closing time described in this Chapter represents a powerful
feature of the SYN3000. The measuring method can be applied at any time without interfering
with the switchgear configuration to determine the CB closing time including the time required for
any auxiliary relays associated with the closing control circuit. Instead of an extensive test circuit
needing the CB auxiliary contacts for starting and stopping of the timer, just using the system
voltages to exactly measure the closing time proved to be a much more reliable and accurate
method.
For measuring with the SYN3000 one system on each side of the circuit breaker has to be deenergised from the start. And with the CB in open position the other side is alive with the nominal
system voltage. Via this special menu option a CB closing command is given by the SYN3000
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and the time interval measured between the closing initiation and the presence of a voltage with
equal phase angle on the previously de-energised system and displayed in the menu.
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Following procedures have to be applied in order to carry out the measurements:

All necessary safety precautions for a manual closing of the circuit breaker have to be
taken.
The particular selection input has already been set to synchronizing mode 6, i.e. the CB
closing time measuring.
One system side of the CB is de-energised whereas the other one has rated voltage, i.e.
with a minimum of 30 V secondary voltage.
The remote selection input of the relevant synchronizing location is activated.
Operating the [1] key will result in the display below containing a caution notice.
GET C.B. DEAD TIME !!
WARNING!!WARNING!!
C.B. WILL BE
ACTIVATED! [SKIP]
The caution notice emphasises that when proceeding further a CB closing command will be initiated to the selected synchronizing location.
The [SKIP] key will convert from the above display to a safety prompt.
SECURITY CHECK
Enter the number:
18534721 >> ........
[ESC]
This safety request will prevent an accidental initiation of a CB closing command when browsing
through the menu and shall further bring to attention which menu option has been selected.
The safety prompt will request you to enter the digits 18534721. The procedure can be aborted
at any time with the [ESC] key. Once the number sequence has been entered correctly following
display will appear.
GET C.B. DEAD TIME
Press [OK] to close
Circuit breaker
[ESC] [OK] to close
When now operating the [OK] key the SYN3000 will produce a CB close command and awaits
the occurrence of the voltage with equal phase angle on the previously de-energised system. For
this it does not matter which of the two systems is alive or not.
The [ESC] key will terminate the process and will revert to the Parameter Setting sub menu.
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After having activated the [OK] key the SYN3000 is undergoing several safety checks. Thereby it
is verified that only one of the systems is in an energised state, the corresponding selection input
configured correctly and the SYN3000 input selected.
When these pre-conditions are not fulfilled following display is shown.
GET C.B. DEAD TIME
--TEST ABORTED!-No rem. channel act.
[ESC]
The window above indicates that the SYN3000 was not properly selected at the time of initiating
the command. However, this does not exclude some more and other types of faults. Without the
remote control selection neither the CB closing command is attained nor the VT voltages are
connected are connected for measuring. Therefore measuring the CB closing time cannot be
performed.
Further possible fault displays can appear.

GET C.B. DEAD TIME
--EXTERNAL ERROR-BOTH SYSTEMS ENERG.
[ESC]
Before the SYN3000 actually commences the CB closing command several safety checks are
started. Among others it is verified that only one system is energised. Otherwise the closing time
cannot be determined or else there is the possibility that the two systems are not in a synchronous condition and thus the synchronizing computations do not confirm synchronous conditions.
When voltage on the two systems has been detected the operating procedures are terminated by
the SYN3000 and above message will be displayed. Most of the times the causes are either incorrect wiring or a fault in the test circuit when doing the measurements and immediately after
selection the selection input is de-activated.
When everything correct then following display will appear.

GET C.B. DEAD TIME
--TEST IN PROGRESS-Please wait..
[ESC]
The SYN3000 has carried out the CB closing sequence and is expecting a voltage with equal
phase angle on the previously de-energised system
Depending on whether the measuring was successful or not following windows will be displayed.
GET C.B. DEAD TIME
--TEST ABORTED!-Out of time
[ESC]
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The User control facility of the SYN3000 is provided with a completely independent microprocessor system which is controlling the whole menu environment. To activate a CB close command
from this menu option an extensive data exchange is commencing between the User control facility and the SYN3000 main processor. Even minute discrepancies during the safety cross-checks
will result in an excess time error and the above display will appear. The reasons for this may be
electromagnetic interference via the inputs and outputs of the SYN3000 or an internal error.
Should the fault display persist during several re-tries the SYN3000 must be returned to our works
for further extensive tests.
GET C.B. DEAD TIME
--BAD RESULT-tcbdead=out of range
[ESC]
The maximum permissible setting value for the CB closing time is 0,5 seconds. Although the
SYN3000 is waiting for 2,55 second for the appearance of the second system voltage it will display values above 0,5 seconds null and void.
GET C.B. DEAD TIME

Elapsed timevalue
tcbdead= msec.
Channel:
[ESC]
For a successful measurement with a valid CB closing time the above display is shown. The value
of the closing time is indicated in milliseconds and will be rounded off to the nearest 10 ms. The
bottom line shows the number of the selection input used. The measuring result will not be stored
and it is recommended to carry out several successive tests for each synchronizing location to
verify the time. The mean value of the test results is taken for configuring the corresponding control input.
The [ESC] key will place you one level higher into the "Parameter Setting menu.
5.6.2.
[2] Date and Time, Setting the System Time
Among others the SYN3000 is provided with battery-buffered time module, a NV-time module, for
the current time and date. These values are only used to indicate the time and date of the last
synchronizing operation.
This menu enables setting and modifying of the time and date. Operating the [2] key will result in
the following display.
DATE: dd-mm-yy
Actual: 21-05-94
New: 01-01-92
[01-31] [OK] [ESC]
The second line shows the actual date. Changing the values is carried out one after the other,
meaning that fist the day, then the then the month and at last the two digits for the year is entered.
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The bottom line is indicating the possible setting values. For example the window above displays
a setting range of 1 to 31 for the day. The [OK] key will place the values configured into a temporary memory and the cursor will months position. If the values from the SYN3000 at the New:
position are not overwritten they will be kept during subsequent storing.
When all three date positions have been set and terminated with the [OK] key following display
will appear.
TIME: hh:mm:ss
Actual: 09:30:21
New: 00:00:00
[00-23] [OK] [ESC]
The second line indicates the current time at which the menu option was entered. Again, as indicated on the previous display each particular position is configured and terminated with the [OK]
key. At first the hours, then the minutes and at last the seconds are offered for setting whereby
the value for the seconds will be ignored. Enter the time desired which shall finally be stored.
Irrespective of whether you wish to modify the time or the date both of them have to be set again
for storing.
The last request is displayed as follows.
DATE & TIME
Make inputs
permanently?
[SKIP]=No [OK]=Yes
The [OK] key will enter the new values into the clock memory whereas the [SKIP] key will by-pass
this storage process and the old values will remain valid. Thus this sub menu is terminated and
the display will revert to the [2] Parameter Setting menu.
5.6.3.
[3] Synchronizing, Synchronizing Modes, Configuring the Synchronizing Parameters
This sub menu enables the set up of the synchronizing mode and depending on this mode all
other associated parameters to be configured are listed in the menu. After entering the last setting value there is a choice of either repeating the setting procedure or to save the parameters. If inbetween the setting procedure is terminated by the [ESC] key the old values remain valid.
Synchronizing Modes
As described previously, the SYN3000 is provided with 2 or 10 selection inputs enabling the execution of 2 or 10 different synchronizing operations. When the plant requires several synchronizing locations, it has to be ensured that the interchange of incoming and outgoing signals between the plant and the SYN3000 is correct, i.e. the running and incoming voltage signals, the
speed and voltage raise/lower commands and the CB closing command, and has reached a
steady state within the set waiting period.
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The external synchronizing control connecting these circuits to the SYN3000 has to be of a reliable and fail-safe nature. When selecting a selection input the corresponding setting parameters
are internally loaded in the SYN3000, defining the synchronizing operating mode and the parameters for the subsequent synchronizing action. The relay itself cannot determine whether the
external circuits are switched correctly to its terminals. This has to be ensured by the external
synchronizing control circuit.
For each selection input one of 5+1 synchronizing modes can be selected. The synchronizing
modes possible are described as follows.
5.6.3.1.
Synchronizing Mode 1: Generator to Bus Bar or Power Line
Model: Digital Synchronizing Relay
The generator voltage System 1 and the bus bar voltage System 2 is compared by the SYN3000.
Via the speed and voltage raise/lower output commands to the speed regulator and voltage regulator respectively, the frequency difference and the voltage difference is controlled to zero.
When the frequency- and voltage difference limits are approached and, by taking into consideration the CB closing time, the computed phase angle is zero, and the voltage values of System 1
and System 2 are within the set range, the circuit breaker close command is given. Live and/or
dead system synchronizing cannot be carried out in this operating mode.
The CB closing command is given several times in one selection period, every time when the
phase angle is 0. When the systems are synchronous or when the slip is below 0,008 Hz, every
5 sec. a closing command is produced.
5.6.3.2.
Synchronizing Mode 2: Synchronous or Asynchronous Power Systems or Lines
The SYN3000 offers the means to parallel synchronous and/or asynchronous power systems.
When a frequency difference is measured between the two systems the SYN3000 is computing
the instant of time where the phase angle is zero degrees by taking into account the preconfigured CB closing time and sets the CB close order accordingly. With power systems having
a remote point of interconnection there exists no frequency difference and the requirement for CB
closing depends on the PHImax. angle setting parameter.
As mentioned previously, CB closing is carried out when the setting limits for the voltage- and
frequency difference are not exceeded and the computed phase angle, with consideration of the
CB operating time, is zero. CB closing is prevented when either one or both voltage systems are
below 30 V. In order to initiate a CB closing control, both system voltages have to be within the
set range of 30 V - 150 V.
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Synchronizing Mode 3: Synchronous or Asynchronous Power

Similar to Mode 2, however with Additional Dead Line/Bus Charging
Systems.
As with the synchronizing mode 2 either synchronous or asynchronous systems can be paralleled
and the parameter setting values, voltage- and frequency difference are considered. CB closing
will be performed when these parameters are within the set limits by also taking into account the
phase angle and the CB closing time. Each running and incoming system can be configured for
an upper and lower system voltage limit for which within this range the CB closing operation can
be actuated. Further, the system dead condition can be defined whereby below this setting value
the power system is considered to be de-energised and the paralleling operation can be carried
out.
5.6.3.4.
Synchronizing Mode 4: Synchronizing Check for Manual Closing
Model: Digital Synchronizing Relay and Digital Synchronizing Check Relay
Contrary to the previous synchronizing modes, including mode 5, i.e. automatic transfer operations of bus bars, the CB close command is not extended during the synchronizing operation.
In this operating mode the SYN3000 is not initiating the CB close command but is functioning as
an interlock facility for an external Sequence Control System or a Manual Close Operation. The
relays output contacts are connected in series to the control circuits. For both voltage systems an
upper and lower operating limit can be set. When the voltage levels of the two systems are outside these setting parameters, the interlock function will not be cleared and the CB closing circuit
remains open.
Configuring the systems dead setting values enables the connection to de-energised power systems. When both systems are alive the usual synchronizing conditions, i.e. voltage- and frequency difference, have to be within the setting parameter ranges. Different to the other synchronizing modes, mode 4 also provides a CB closing interlock clearance when the system phase
angle is moving outside the zero degrees as long as the slip frequency is below 0,02 Hz and the
phase angle parameter PHImax. is not exceeded. This mode is also provided with a CB dead time
compensation by taking into account the CB closing time when computing the angle for the closing operation.
The relays output contacts for interlock clearance are operating as many times as synchronizing
conditions are attained during a synchronizing sequence.
5.6.3.5.
Synchronizing Mode 5: Automatic Transfer of Bus Bar Systems
To enable the application of the SYN3000 in an manual and automatic transfer scheme for power
station auxiliary supply systems, the synchronizing mode 5 is provided for this purpose. In principle, mode 5 represents mode 2 with an additional initiating input. Usually, a selection input selection will result in a CB closing operation or a CB interlock clearance action according to the
configured synchronizing mode. Before this operation several internal comparison checks are
made and also a few timing stages are being run through.
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In case of synchronizing mode 5, the remote control selection will result in an immediate internal
check sequence but the output relays are energised only after the input "Q-SYNC" is set, i.e. terminal 93, a synchronizm has been measured with consideration of the phase angle and the CB
closing time and also the voltage- and frequency difference is within their set parameters. In this
operating mode no over- and under voltage setting limits are configured. Further the control output is suppressed when either one of the systems is in a dead state.
5.6.3.6.
Synchronizing Mode 6: Measuring Circuit Breaker Closing Time
Model: Digital Synchronizing Relay and Synchronizing Check Relay
In this mode of operation the total operating time sequence of the CB closing command is measured. Pre-conditions for this measuring is that either of the two voltage systems is de-energised
prior to C.B. closing.
For measuring the CB closing time the SYN3000 is provided with a menu sequence whereby the
CB close command can be given via a key operation when the relay is adjusted to synchronizing
mode 6. Otherwise when selecting the selection input and connecting the associated VT voltage
the usual synchronizing sequence will be initiated.
The CB close command is given by key operation after an internal safety cross-check.
5.6.3.7.
Additional Settings
The selection of the synchronizing mode determines which parameters are offered in the menu
for setting or modification. In the following chapter, 5.6.3.9 Definition of Setting Parameters, these values are listed and each one displayed in a separate window.
Example:
Setting Value: Maximum Frequency Difference Low
Selection input
Channel:xx/SYNC.M.=2
Max.Diff.Frequ.Low.
-dfmax=0.00Hz,(0.05)
[0.01-0.25][ESC][OK]
Setting range
Synchronizing mode
Parameter description
Proposed value
Valid keys
The following table contains the parameter settings for each synchronizing mode.
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5.6.3.8.
Synchronizing Parameter Reference Table
B-comp
For quick reference, the parameters of the various synchronizing modes are listed in the table
below. For each of the 10 selection inputs one of the 5+1 synchronizing modes can be selected.
This basic selection determines the subsequent setting parameters. Synchronizing mode 6, measuring the CB closing time, is not contained in the table.
Inputs
Sync. Mode 1:
GENERATOR-/
BUS BAR
SYS1: Max. Syn. Volt.

V
30..150
Increment: 1
1max
[V]
SYS1: Min. Syn. Volt.

V
[V]
SYS1: No Voltage
V
Def. 110
30..150
Increment: 1
1min
Sync.Mode 2:
SYNC/ASYNCCONDITIONS
Def. 90
Def. 0
Def. 0
30..150
Increment: 1
30..150
Increment: 1
Def. 110
Def. 110
30..150
Increment: 1
30..150
Increment: 1
Def. 90
Def. 90
0..20
Increment: 1
0..20
Increment: 1
Def. 0
Def. 0
1 .. 30
Increment: 1
1 .. 30
Increment: 1
2Zero
[V]
Max. Diff. Volt. ind.

+dV
max
1 .. 30
Increment: 1
[V]
Max. Diff. Volt. cap.

-dV
max
[V]
Max. Diff. Frequ. High.
+df
max
[Hz]
Max. Diff. Frequ. Low.
-df
max
[Hz]
Max. Perm.Phase Angle
PHI
max
[DEG.electr.]
C.B. Dead Time Comp.

[msec.]
Volt.adaptation
k
V2
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30..150
Increment: 1
0..20
Increment: 1
[V]
V
Def.110
30..150
Increment: 1
Def. 90
2min
SYS2: No Voltage
Def.110
0..20
Increment: 1
[V]
V
30..150
Increment: 1
Def. 90
2max
30..150
Increment: 1
[V]
V
Sync. Mode 4:
SYNCHRONIZINGCHECK
1Zero
Sync. Mode 3:
DEAD or LIVE
SYSTEM
CONDITIONS
1 .. 30
Increment: 1
Sync. Mode 5:
AUTO
TRANSFER
OF BUS BARS
Sync.Mode 6:
DEAD TIME
COMPENSATION
1 .. 30
Increment: 1
Def. 5
Def. 5
Def. 5
Def. 5
Def. 5
1 .. 30
Increment: 1
1 .. 30
Increment: 1
1 .. 30
Increment: 1
1 .. 30
Increment: 1
1 .. 30
Increment: 1
Def. 5
Def. 5
Def. 5
Def. 5
Def. 5
0.01 .. 0.25
Increment: 0.01
0.01 .. 0.25
Increment: 0.01
0.01 .. 0.25
Increment: 0.01
0.01 .. 0.25
Increment: 0.01
0.01 .. 0.25
Increment: 0.01
Def. 0.05
Def. 0.05
Def. 0.05
Def. 0.05
Def. 0.05
0.01 .. 0.25
Increment: 0.01
0.01 .. 0.25
Increment: 0.01
0.01 .. 0.25
Increment: 0.01
0.01 .. 0.25
Increment: 0.01
0.01 .. 0.25
Increment: 0.01
Def. 0.05
Def. 0.05
Def. 0.05
Def. 0.05
Def. 0.05
0 .. 15
Increment: 1
0 .. 45
Increment: 1
0 .. 45
Increment: 1
0 .. 45
Increment: 1
0 .. 45
Increment: 1
Def. 3
Def. 3
Def. 3
Def. 3
Def. 3
40 .. 500
Increment: 10
40 .. 500
Increment: 10
40 .. 500
Increment: 10
40 .. 500
Increment: 10
40 .. 500
Increment: 10
Def. 60
Def. 60
Def. 60
Def. 60
Def. 60
80 .. 120
Increment: 1
80 .. 120
Increment: 1
80 .. 120
Increment: 1
80 .. 120
Increment: 1
80 .. 120
Increment: 1
80 .. 120
Increment: 1
Def. 100
Def. 100
Def. 100
Def. 100
Def. 100
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Run-time Supervision
t
Runtime
[Min.]
Activation Time
t
W
[Sec.]
Volt.Reg.Interv.
t
Vt
[Sec.]
Volt.Reg.Contr.Speed
1 .. 60
Increment: 1
1 .. 60
Increment: 1
1 .. 60
Increment: 1
1 .. 60
Increment: 1
1 .. 60
Increment: 1
Def. 10
Def. 10
Def. 10
Def. 10
Def. 10
1 .. 25
Increment: 1
1 .. 25
Increment: 1
1 .. 25
Increment: 1
1 .. 25
Increment: 1
1 .. 25
Increment: 1
Def. 1
Def. 1
Def. 1
Def. 1
Def. 1
1 .. 20
Increment: 1
Vv
[Sec./10 V]
Frequ. Reg.Interv.
Def. 20
1 .. 20
Increment: 1
fr
[Sec.]
Frequ. Reg.Contr.Speed
t
fc
[Sec./10 Hz]
Def. 5
1 .. 60
Increment: 1
Def. 5
1 .. 200
Increment: 1
Def. 20
Table Contents
From left to right
1. Column:
2.- 6. Column:
Setting parameters and unit of measurement

1. Row: Parameter setting range. The actual setting value is obtained
by multiplication with the 1. column value.
2. Row: Parameters setting increment
3. Row: Default value
For areas marked with an "x" this parameter cannot be set for this particular synchronizing mode.
5.6.3.9.
Definition of Setting Parameters
In order to minimise the number of characters used when programming data, the generators, power systems, bus bars or lines are denominated as System.
When applying synchronizing mode 1 the proper connection of the generator- and bus bar system to the terminals of the SYN3000 relay is of utmost importance to obtain the speed and voltage regulation signals in the proper raise and lower sequence. Therefore it is defined that the
generator is always denominated System 1 and the bus bar or line always System 2.
The other synchronizing operating modes do not produce any raise/lower commands and connection of the plants incoming signals to either System 1 or System 2 is of no importance.
SYS1: Max. Syn. Volt.,

V1max
Maximum Synchronizing Voltage of System 1
The adjustable over voltage setting of System 1, e.g. generator, bus or line, will block the output
of raise and lower commands of System 1 once the set value is reached, and no synchronizing
ready condition exists.
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SYS1: Min. Syn. Volt.,

V1min
Minimum Synchronizing Voltage of System 1
The adjustable under voltage setting of System 1, i.e. generator, bus, or line, will block the output
of raise and lower commands of System 1 once the set value is reached, and no synchronizing
ready condition exists.
SYS1: No Voltage
V1zero
Maximum Permissible Voltage on System 1 for a No Voltage Condition
Adjusted to zero this setting will prevent CB closing for dead bus or dead line conditions. Choosing a setting above zero, closure of the CB is permitted when the System 1 voltage is below setting value. This feature will compensate for any residual voltages on either generator, bus or line,
interfering with the operation of the SYN3000.
SYS2: Max. Syn. Volt.,
V2max
Maximum Synchronizing Voltage of System 2
The adjustable over voltage setting of System 2, i.e. bus or line, will block the closure of the CB
when the measured voltage of System 2 is exceeding the setting.
SYS2: Min. Syn. Volt., V 2 min
Minimum Synchronizing Voltage of System 2
The adjustable under voltage setting of System 2, i.e. generator, bus, or line, will block the closure of the CB when the measured voltage of System 2 is below the setting.
SYS2: No Voltage V 2 zero
Maximum Permissible Voltage on System 2 for a No Voltage Condition
Adjusted to zero this setting will prevent CB closing for dead bus or dead line conditions. Choosing a setting above zero, closure of the CB is permitted when the System 2 voltage is below setting value. This feature will compensate for any residual voltages on either generator, bus or line,
interfering with the operation of the SYN3000.
Max. Diff. Volt. Ind.,
+dVmax
Maximum Permissible Voltage Difference Between System 1 and System 2, Where System 1
is Higher Than System 2
When running and incoming systems are both energised the voltage difference between the two
is measured and compared with the set value, for conditions where System 1 voltage is higher
than System 2 voltage. Connecting the generator to the System 1 input, reactive power will be
exported and an overexcited, inductive operation exists. Exceeding the differential voltage setting
value the CB close command is blocked.
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Max. Diff. Volt. Cap.,

-dVmax
Maximum Permissible Voltage Difference Between System 1 and System 2, Where System 1
is Lower Than System 2
When running and incoming systems are both energised the voltage difference between the two
is measured and compared with the set value, for conditions where System 1 voltage is lower
than System 2 voltage. Connecting the generator to the System 1 input, reactive power will be
imported and an under excited, capacitive operation exists. Exceeding the differential voltage
setting value the CB close command is blocked.
Max. Diff. Frequ. High,

+dfmax
Maximum Permissible Frequency Difference Between System 1 and System 2, Where System 1 is Higher Than System 2
When running and incoming systems are both energised the frequency difference between the
two is measured and compared with the set value, for conditions where System 1 frequency is
higher than System 2 frequency. Connecting the generator to the System 1 input, active power
will be exported and an over synchronous, operation exists. Exceeding the differential frequency
Max. Diff. Frequ. Low,dfmax

Maximum Permissible Frequency Difference Between System 1 and System 2, Where System 1 is Lower Than System 2
When running and incoming systems are both energised the frequency difference between the
two is measured and compared with the set value, for conditions where System 1 frequency is
lower than System 2 frequency. Connecting the generator to the System 1 input, active power will
be imported and an under synchronous, operation exists. Exceeding the differential frequency
Max. Perm. Phase Angle,

PHImax
Maximum Permissible Phase Angle
This is the maximum permissible phase angle between System 1 and System 2. The SYN3000
calculates - with respect to the CB dead time - the exact closing moment. If this calculation points
into a window of (PHImax + 0,5), then the closing command is produced. (0,5 is the accuracy of
the measuring circuit). Concerning the setting advice please also see chapter 12, "Remarks to the
Accuracy".
CB Dead Time,
tCB-comp
CB Dead Time Compensation
This setting compensates for the CB closing time and all the other delays caused by the external
synchronizing control circuits. The time may be estimated by referring to the particular data, or
preferably determined with the aid of the " Dead Time Compensation " menu of the SYN3000.
The time is adjustable in milliseconds.
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Volt.adaptation,
kV2
Voltage adaptation, factor
kV2
The voltage of system 2 is multiplied with this factor. After this it is taken for the calculation of the
voltage level. So it is possible to correct inaccuracies of the VT's.
Run-Time Supervision,
tRuntime
Excess Synchronizing Time
This is the time which will deactivate the SYN3000 if a remote control synchronizing channel is
initiated and the synchronizing control sequence is not completed during this period.
Activation Time,
tW
After the initial synchronizing sequence start command an adjustable time delay is provided to
cater for time taken connecting the VT secondary inputs to the relay, before the software of the
SYN3000 is activated.
Volt. Reg. Interv.,
tVt
Voltage Regulating Control Interval
The voltage of System 1, i.e. the incoming voltage, is adjusted by excitation raise and lower control pulses. During the control interval the excitation equipment can regulate the voltage to the
desired value. Therefore, the interval time should be set equal to the regulating response time of
the excitation system during rapid, dynamic voltage changes. This setting is adjustable in seconds.
Volt. Reg. Contr. Speed,

tVv
Voltage Regulating Control Speed
System 1 voltage is adjusted by excitation raise/lower control commands. The speed of the voltage control should be equal to the operating time of the setting value potentiometer in the voltage regulator. The length of the control pulse is proportional to the measured voltage deviation
with a limited maximum setting of 25 seconds. The setting parameter is in sec./10 V units, with
respect to the rated VT secondary voltage. The time required for a complete travel of the setting
value potentiometer is, for example, 40 sec. to produce a voltage regulation of +/- 5% of the
rated generator voltage. Therefore the resulting correct setting of the raise and lower control
would be 40.
The setting can also be interpreted differently, stating that with a difference of 1 V between the
actual and the rated VT secondary voltage and a setting of 40, the voltage control command will
be given with a 4 sec. duration.
Frequ. Reg. Interv.,
tfr
Frequency Regulation Interval
The speed of generator System 1, i.e. the frequency is varied by regulating control pulses. During each subsequent control interval the regulator is able to respond to the previous control pulse
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given. Therefore the regulating interval time should be set to a value equal to the response time
of the regulator during sudden dynamic operating conditions and the setting unit is in seconds.
Frequ. Reg. Contr. Speed,
tfc
Frequency Regulating Control Speed
The speed control of the generator System 1 is carried out via speed control pulses. Setting of
the regulating speed should be in accordance with the time required for the setting value potentiometer in the turbine speed regulator equipment. The length of the control command is proportional to the measured speed deviation and is limited to a maximum of 2,5 seconds. The parameter is set in sec./10 Hz units and, for example, if the time required by the speed setting value
potentiometer is 30 sec. during a frequency deviation of +/- 1 Hz of the rated frequency, the resulting value should be set to 150.
With a different interpretation, the setting value for speed regulation can be derived by saying, a
frequency difference of 0,1 Hz and a setting of 150 will result in a speed control pulse of 1,5 sec.
duration.
The SYN3000 regulates to a slip of 0,03 Hz over-synchronous. That means, also in the range of 0
to 0,03 Hz over-synchronous it applies "raise"-commands to get this slip.
The length of the speed commands is given by the difference of the actual slip to 0,03 Hz. At 0,06
Hz the "lower"-commands have the same length as at 0 Hz ("raise"-commands). That means that
the pulse length is unsymmetrical to the slip zero point.
Exception:
When the maximum frequency difference +dfmax is set to a value below 0,06 Hz, the set point
for the slip regulation is not 0,03 Hz, but +dfmax /2. At a setting of +dfmax = 0,04 Hz the set
point for the slip is 0,02 Hz, for example.
6.
Mounting of the SYN3000
6.1. Scope of Supply

Right after delivery the SYN3000 should be unpacked and carefully inspected for any mechanical
damage which could occur during transport. Subsequently the relays nameplate and case should
be checked according to following check list, to ascertain that the correct model has been received.
Model:
Digital synchronizing relay or

digital synchronizing check relay
Power Supply:
20 V to 56 VDC or alternatively
90 V to 260 V AC/DC
Rated Frequency
of VT Circuits:
16 2/3 Hz or 50/60 Hz
Rated VT Voltage:
100 V to 125 VAC
Rated Voltage
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of Selection Inputs:
24 VDC
Relay Case:
19" rack with 42 U width or

flush mounted
6.2. External Wiring

The SYN3000 is provided with pull-off type terminal blocks at the rear of the case which can accommodate wire cross sections with up to 2,5 mm.
Please check that the wiring is not alive prior to connecting to the terminal block.
Please note the CB close circuit should only be connected when all remaining wiring
has been completed.
6.3. Terminal Connections

The terminals of the SYN3000 are located at the rear. These terminal blocks are of the pull-off
type and also have integrated test connection points. To facilitate installation and commissioning
the terminals are numbered and the associated connection diagrams are also shown on the rear
plate.
Rear view of a SYN3000 flush panel mounted model
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Separate terminal blocks for the inputs, the outputs, the auxiliary supply and the VT circuits are
provided.
Rear view of the SYN3000 with terminal arrangement and connection diagrams.
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The terminal arrangement is described as follows:

Terminal Number
10
13, 14
Denomination
Remarks
Ground
Earth terminal of the SYN3000
Input:
Auxiliary supply
AC or DC
The polarity of the DC auxiliary supply is of no

importance. However for reasons of conformity it is recommended that terminal 13 is the
+ and terminal 14 the - potential.
The auxiliary supply rating is according to the
SYN3000 model.
31, 32
Input:
VT voltage, System 1(A)
A potential free input for the measuring VT

voltage of System 1(A).
In the generator/bus bar synchronizing mode
the generator VT has to be connected to this
input.
The VT polarities for both voltage signals have
to be correct.
To synchronize the same phases, i.e. L1-L2 or
L2-L3 or L3-L1, have to be applied for both VT
voltages.
34, 35
Input:
VT voltage, System 2(B)
A potential free input for the measuring VT

voltage of System 2(B).
In the generator/bus bar synchronizing mode
the bus bar has to be connected to this input.
The VT polarities for both voltage signals have
to be correct.
To synchronize the same phases, i.e. L1-L2 or
L2-L3 or L3-L1, have to be applied for both VT
voltages.
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Safety:
Protective Screen of the
SYN3000 interposing VT
For protection against high voltage surges in

the main VT secondary circuits the screen of
the SYN3000 internal interposing VT should be
grounded.
41, 43
Output:
Generator Voltage Raise
Command
When synchronizing a generator to the bus bar

or line system, this potential free output is
employed to regulate the generator voltage.
42, 44
Output:
Generator Voltage Lower
Command

employed to regulate the generator voltage.
45, 47
Output:
Generator Speed Raise
Command

employed to regulate the generator speed.
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Output:
Generator Speed Lower
Command

employed to regulate the generator speed.
62, 61, 63
Output:
SYN3000 Ready Indication
Via this potential free change over contact the

service readiness of the SYN3000 can be derived. The normally open contact of terminals
61,62 is indicating when closed that the
SYN3000 is ready for operation, provided that
the auxiliary supply is switched on and no
internal and/or external abnormal conditions
have been detected. The relay is ready for a
remote control selection. When selecting a
selection input or with the occurrence of an
external and/or internal failure the contact of
terminals 61,62 opens and from the now closed contact of terminals 61,63 the indication is
derived that the SYN3000 is not ready to receive a further remote control selection.
65, 64, 66
Output:
Service Indication: SYN3000 Alarm
Via this potential free change over contact the

functional failure indication can be derived.
This signal is common for any internal fault
conditions detected. The closed contact across
terminals 64,66 is indicating a "SYN3000
Alarm"; when this contact is open the now
closed contact across terminals 64,65 is signalling the system healthy conditions.
When selected:
During synchronizing check mode
and synchronizing time exceeded
or
or
or
or
or
or
or
or
or
or
or
49, 52
Error Code 14, Type 1

device is turned off
(potential free condition)
Output:
CB Close Command
In order to also signal the auxiliary supply

failure the normally closed contact for the
common alarm annunciation should be chosen.
Note: When connecting terminals 61,63 and
64,65 in series, i.e. "SYN3000 Not Ready" and
"SYN3000 No Alarm" a successful remote
input control selection can be derived.
This potential free relay contact is provided for

direct operation of the CB close coil. The contact is closing when all synchronizing conditions for the particular selection input are satisfactory.
For control circuits applying a double pole
switching method, i.e. the CB closing coils +
and - circuit is operated, a second contact,
terminals 50,51, is incorporated. Both contacts
are always operating simultaneously.
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This potential free relay contact is provided for
direct operation of the CB close coil. The contact is closing when all synchronizing conditions for the particular selection input are satisfactory.
Output:
CB Close Command
For control circuits applying a double pole

switching method, i.e. the CB closing coils +
and - circuit is operated, a second contact,
terminals 49, 52, is incorporated. Both contacts
are always operating simultaneously.
81
Output:
+24 V External Auxiliary Supply
When no external 24 VDC supply is available

then an internal supply of the SYN3000 can be
employed to activate the selection inputs.
This voltage supply is isolated from the
SYN3000 internal auxiliary supply and is rated
up to 50 mA. The load current required for a
selection input selection amounts to approximately 5 mA.
This supply is not short circuit proof and damage can be done when overloading or shortening it. Therefore this voltage supply for the
selection inputs should be used only for short
distances. Where considerable control cable
lengths are involved, suitable interposing relays, located in the vicinity of the SYN3000,
have to be incorporated to provide a potential
isolation.
The corresponding minus connection is wired
to terminal 94.
82
Input:
Common, Ground Connection of
Selection Inputs
To reduce the number of terminal connections,

the ground connections of the selection input
circuits are internally connected together and
wired to terminal 82
When the SYN3000 24 V selection input
supply is applicable then terminal 82 has to be
jumpered to terminal 94, GND out.
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Input:
SEL1, Selection Input 1
When applying a +24 VDC voltage to this terminal the parameter set 1 is loaded and the
selected synchronizing sequence is initiated.
This input has to stay energised during the
whole synchronizing control sequence and has
to be de-activated only after the CB closing
operation has been carried out.
84
Input:
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Input:
86
Input:
87
Input:
88
Input:
89
Input:
90
Input:
91
Input:
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92
Input:
This input has to stay energized during the
93
Input:
Q-Sync, Additional Input for Automatic Transfer Operations
When the synchronizing mode 5 has been

programmed with the corresponding parameters, a selection input selection will initiate the
synchronizing sequence but a CB close command at synchronizm is only performed when
this input is activated with a + 24 VDC potential.
User Application:
Automatic transfer of station auxiliary systems.
94
Output:
GND OUT, Internal 24 V Supply
When no external 24 VDC supply is available

then the 24 V Selection supply of the SYN3000
can be applied.
This voltage supply is isolated from the
SYN3000 internal auxiliary supply and is rated
up to 50 mA. The load current drawn by a
selection input amounts to 5 mA approximately.
This supply is not short circuit proof and damage may be caused when overloading and
short circuiting it. This supply should only be
employed with short distances and where the
distance between the synchronizing relay and
the remote point of control is considerable,
interposing relays located in the vicinity of the
SYN3000 have to be provided for potential
isolation
The associated plus potential is wired to terminal 81.
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7.
Technical Data
The SYN3000 is a synchronizing relay to synchronize and parallel synchronous or

asynchronous single phase or three phase systems being either in an energised or deenergised state.
7.1. Electrical Data

Voltage Transformer Rated Voltage:
Operating Range:
Rated Frequency:
Burden:
Selection Inputs Number:
Input Voltage:
Consumption:
Minimum Operation Voltage:
100 VAC
0 - 150 VAC
16 2/3 // 50 // 60 Hz, according to model
1 VA
10
24 VDC
5 mA
8 - 10 VDC
The auxiliary supply for the selection inputs can either be taken from an external 24
VDC source or the internal voltage supply, wired to terminals 81 and 94, can be used.
The remote control output voltage has no common connection with the internal DC
supply of the SYN3000 and has a maximum permissible rating of 50 mA.
The above auxiliary supply is by no means short circuit proof and a related
fault on this circuit may damage the SYN3000. Therefore this supply
must only be used for remote selections in the in the immediate vicinity
of the SYN3000, e.g. the synchronizing cubicle. For increasing
distances of the remote selection circuits suitable interposing relays,
located near the SYN3000 have to be employed. Please also refer to
the circuit diagram on page 7.
Additional Input:
Automatic Transfer Operation Number:
Input Voltage:
Consumption:
Minimum Operation Voltage:
1
24 VDC
5 mA
8 - 10 VDC
Outputs: Raise/Lower Control and CB Close Commands

Type:
Break DC:
Break AC:
2 N/O relay contacts in series and

potential free
0,2 A at 220 VDC and ohmic burden
5 A at 250 VAC
Outputs: "SYN3000 Ready" and "SYN3000 Faulty"

Type:
Break DC:
Break AC:
1 C/O relay contacts in series and

potential free
0,2 A at 220 VDC and ohmic burden
5 A at 250 VAC
Auxiliary Supply: Model 90-260 V

Operating Range:
Power Consumption:
Power Inrush:
90-260 VAC or DC direct connection

8 W/18 VA
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Auxiliary Supply: Model 20-56 V
Operating Range:
20-56 VDC
Power Consumption:
8W
Type Tests:
IEC 61000-4, Part 2, 3, 4, 5, Testlevel III IEC 60255, Part 5, Testlevel III
IEC 60255/22, Part 1, Testlevel III
Temperature Range:
Ambiente Temperature:
0 to +50 Degree
Storage Temperature:
-20 to +70 Degree
7.2. Case and Dimensions

The SYN3000 has a standard 19" case with 42 U width and 3 U height and is also
supplied with a panel mounting frame.
Dimensions: Sub Rack Model
Width x Height x Depth:
Weight:
213 x 129 x 232 mm

1,5 kg
Dimensions: Mounting Frame with Sub Rack Model

Weight:
247 x 164 x 232 mm

2 kg
Dimensions: Projection Mounting Model

Weight:
247 x 164 x 266 mm

3,5 kg
7.3. Parameter Setting Ranges

The following values contain the minimum and maximum values of the parameter
settings.
Minimum Frequency Difference df:
0,01 Hz
Maximum Frequency Difference df:
0,25 Hz
Minimum Voltage Difference dV:
1V
Maximum Voltage Difference dV:
30 V
Maximum Synchronizing Voltage, Adjustable for Each System , Vmax
150 V
Minimum Synchronizing Voltage, Adjustable for Each System Vmin
30 V
Maximum Permissible Phase Angle PHI
max: 15 Degree Electrical,
Synchronizing Mode: 1
45 Degree Electrical,
Synchronizing Mode: 2,3,4,5
Maximum Permissible Residual Voltage of a Dead System :
20 V
Maximum Adjustable CB Closing Time:
500 ms
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Error Code: 013

Internal Fault, telegram error between the user interface and the main processor of the
SYN3000
8.
Error Annunciation List
Cause: Extremely high level electromagnetic interference in the vicinity of the SYN3000.
Due to theCheck
extreme
SYN3000
operating
performance
special safety
precautionsIf no
Remedy:
outimportance
the sourceofofthe
the
interference
and advice
the manufacturer
if applicable.
were incorporated
into
the systems
sequence.
The SYN3000
program
interference
can be
found
the relaysoftware
should be
disconnected
and sentmain
to our
Worksexecution
with a short
was subdivided
note
of advise. into several programs, independent from each other, which perform plausibility
cross checks
on the
ones thereby
enabling are
a complete
system
stopisrather
than inaccurate
Effect:
Only text
on other
LC-display.
Alarm contacts
not closed.
Alarm
self-resetting.
results in case of internal failure.
Error Code: 014
When a failure has been detected by the SYN3000 the common LED indication "Fault" is energized
in addition
LC-display
will screen
the corresponding
Error Code.
This and
code
contains the
a group
of faults
and therefore
the fault number
is also displayed. These
faults represent critical failures and have to be acknowledged locally via the key pad and the cause has to be investigated. (For reset see above note).
NOTE
All alarms,
which Fault,
set thedivision
alarm output
and which must be reset, can be reset in two ways:
Type
1: Internal
by zero
1.
by reset
of register
the selection
Cause:
False
entry input
in the program module for the frequency measuring system 1.
2. by pressing
the [ESC]
keytaken
on the
pad
Remedy:
The relay
has to- be
outkey
of service
and the manufacturer notified. The relay should
be sent to our Works together with a short note of advise.
Effect:
64, 65 are
closed
and as
thethe
LED
"Warning/Error"
is on. This failure
In everyAlarm
caseoutput
the textcontacts
on the displays
stays
as long
[ESC]
- keys is pressed.
can be reset either by reset of the selection input or by pressing the [ESC] - key on the key pad.
The
on 010
the LC-display must be reset by the key pad in every case. All function of the
Errortext
Code:
SYN3000
are disabled
until
theexchange
reset.
Internal Fault,
incorrect
data
between the User interface and the main processor
of the SYN3000
Type 2: Internal Fault, division by zero
Cause: Extremely high level electromagnetic interference in the vicinity of the SYN3000, or the
communication
port interconnection
is lose ormodule
defect. for the frequency measuring system 2.
Cause:
False register
entry in the program
Remedy: Check
out the
of the out
interference
advice
the manufacturer
if applicable.
If no
Remedy:
The relay
hassource
to be taken
of serviceand
and
the manufacturer
notified.
The relay
should
interference
can
be
found
the
relay
should
be
disconnected
and
sent
to
our
Works
with
a
short
note
of Alarm
advise.output contacts 64, 65 are closed and the LED "Warning/Error" is on. This failure
Effect:
Effect:
Only
on LC-display.
contactsinput
are not
closed.
Alarmthe
is self-resetting.
can be resettext
either
by reset of Alarm
the selection
or by
pressing
[ESC] - key on the key pad.
The text on the LC-display must be reset by the key pad in every case. All function of the
SYN3000
are011
disabled until the reset.
Error Code:
Internal Fault, telegram error between the user interface and the main processor of the
SYN3000
Type
3: Internal Fault, remote control data faulty, control input channel not valid
Cause: False
Cause:
Extremely
register
highentry
levelbyelectromagnetic
the evaluation of
interference
the selection
in inputs.
the vicinity of the SYN3000, or the
communication
portrelay
interconnection
is lose
defect.
Remedy:
Take the
out of service
andornotify
the manufacturer. The relay should be sent to
Remedy:
out the
the interference
our
WorksCheck
together
withsource
a shortofnote
of advise. and advice the manufacturer if applicable. If no
interference
be found
the relay
should
be disconnected
and"Warning/Error"
sent to our Works
a short
Effect:
Alarmcan
output
contacts
64, 65
are closed
and the LED
is with
on. This
failure
note
of
advise.
Effect:
Only
onLC-display
LC-display. Alarm
Alarminisevery
self-resetting.
The text
ontext
the
must contacts
be resetare
bynot
theclosed.
key pad
case. All function of the
SYN3000 are disabled until the reset.
Error Code: 012
Internal Fault, storage error in EEPROM
Cause: Chip characteristic tolerances
Remedy: Re-try parameter configuration and notify the manufactures if applicable.
Effect: Only text on LC-display. Alarm contacts are not closed. Alarm is self-resetting.
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Type 4: Internal Fault, error by the block comparison of the setting parameters for the activated selection input
Cause: False register entry in the program module for the frequency measuring system 1.
Remedy: The relay has to be taken out of service and the manufacturer notified. The relay should
Effect: Alarm output contacts 64, 65 are closed and the LED "Warning/Error" is on. This failure
Type 5: Internal Fault, error by the block comparison of the setting parameters for all selection inputs
Cause: False register entry in the program module for the frequency measuring system 1.
Remedy: The relay has to be taken out of service and the manufacturer notified. The relay should
Type 6: Internal Fault, error by the phase angle computation
Cause: Error in the main program of the SYN3000
Remedy: Take the relay out of service and notify the manufacturer. The relay should be sent to
our Works together with a short note of advise.
Type 7: Internal Fault, error by the computation of the circuit breaker close command time
Cause: Error in the main program of the SYN3000
Type 8: Internal Fault, VT voltage input missing
Cause: Wrong wiring of the VT voltage circuits. This will be detected when the synchronizing mode requires both running and incoming voltages, e.g. when synchronizing a generator to a bus
bar system, or when during a synchronizing sequence one of the two VT voltages has disappeared.
Remedy: Check the wiring. Increase the safety time setting. Check the synchronizing mode selection circuit. The safety time delay caters for the time lapse between the selection input selection of the SYN3000 and the actual external connection of the VT voltages and CB close circuit.
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Note of Advise:
When the SYN3000 is activated together with the generator excitation during the Unit start up sequence
then the safety time delay has to be set to include the time required for the Unit to reach 100% nominal
voltage. Otherwise the SYN3000 will start evaluating the VT voltage input with a resulting error message
from the SYN3000 since the relay has detected a low level generator voltage condition.
Type 9: Internal Fault, invalid entry in EEPROM

Cause: EEPROM faulty.
Remedy: Re-load selection input parameters. The relay has to be taken out of service and the
manufacturer notified. The relay should be sent to our Works together with a short note of advise.
Type 12: Internal Fault, error by the phase angle computation

Cause: EPROM faulty.
Error Code: 015
Internal Fault, RAM error of the User interface
Cause: Internal failure of the User interface of the SYN3000 or extremely high level electromagnetic interference in the vicinity of the SYN3000.
Remedy: Re-attempt setting parameters. The relay has to be taken out of service and the manufacturer notified. The relay should be sent to our Works together with a short note of advise.
Error Code: 016

Internal Fault, EEPROM could not be erased
Cause: Chip tolerances or ageing
Remedy: Re-attempt setting parameters. The relay has to be taken out of service and the manufacturer notified. The relay should be sent to our Works together with a short note of advise.
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9.
Model Selection for Ordering
Model Code: SYN3000/abcd

a ... Function:
1 ... Synchronizing function with speed and voltage

regulation and synchronizing check function,
10 selection inputs
2 ... Synchronizing check function only
3 ... Synchronizing function with speed and voltage
regulation and synchronizing check function,
2 selection inputs, only 50/60 Hz
4 only synchronizing
check,
2 selection inputs, only 50/60 Hz
b ... Frequency:
1 ... 16 2/3 Hz
2 ... 50/60 Hz
c ... Auxiliary Supply:
1 ... 20 - 56 VDC
2 ... 90 - 260 V AC and DC
d ... Case:
1 ... 19"-rack mounting and flush panel mounting
Example: SYN3000/1221:
This is a synchronizing relay with a rated frequency of 50 and 60 Hz,
and a nominal auxiliary supply of 90 V - 260 V AC/DC, 10 selection inputs
suitable for 19" rack mounting or flush panel mounting.
Synchronizing function with speed and voltage regulation
and synchronizing check function, 16 2/3
Hz,
auxiliary supply 90 - 260 V AC/DC
19"-rack mounting or flush panel mounting, 10 sel.inp.
Synchronizing function with speed and voltage regulation
and synchronizing check function, 50/60 Hz,
auxiliary supply 90 - 260 V AC/DC
19"-rack mounting or flush panel mounting, 10 sel.inp.
Synchronizing check function, 16 2/3 Hz,
auxiliary supply 90-260 V AC/DC
19-rack mounting or flush panel mounting, 10 sel.inp.
Synchronizing check function, 50/60 Hz,
auxiliary supply 90-260 V AC/DC
19-rack mounting or flush panel mounting, 10 sel.inp.
Auxiliary supply 20 - 56 VDC, additional costs
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SYN3000/1221
SYN3000/2121
SYN3000/2221
Select model code accordingly
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10. Typical Application: Generator to bus system synchronizing with speed- and
voltage regulation control
In the example above the SYN3000 is selected via the selection input No. 1, terminal 83 with the
internal 24 VDC by a potential free contact. This control application is only advisable when the
external control input selection relay is located in the same cubicle as the SYN3000. The internal
control voltage is not short circuit proof and the relay may be damaged by a faulty control circuit.
We therefor recommend for synchronizing control circuits being a considerable distance apart
from the synchronizing relay to either apply an external 24 VDC control voltage or interposing
relays.
The plant represented in the example requires only one selection input selection. The input selection auxiliary relay also enables the CB closing circuit. The running and incoming VT voltages and
the speed/voltage raise and lower circuits can be connected directly to the SYN3000.
Via terminals 49/52 and 50/51 the CB can be closed from the + and - circuit. If only the + control
circuit is used for CB closing then the two contacts can be connected in series to increase the
voltage switching capabilities.
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The following table shows a parameter setting example for the applicable selection input No. 1.
t
Inputs
Sync. Mode 1:
GENERATOR/BUS BAR
110
1max
[V]
90

V
1min
[V]
Max. Diff. Volt.. ind.

+dVmax
[V]

-dVmax
[V]
0.1
Max. Diff. Frequ. High.

+dfmax
[Hz]
0.01
Max. Diff. Frequ. Low.

-dfmax
[Hz]
Max. Perm.Phase Angle

PHI
max
[DEG. electr.]
200

t
CB-comp
[msec.]
100
Volt.adaptation
k
V2
[%]
10
t
Runtime
[Min.]
Activation Time
[Sec.]
Volt.Reg.Interv.
t
Vt
[Sec.]
Volt.Reg.Contr. Speed
t
Vv
[Sec./10 V]
10
Frequ.Reg.Interv.
t
fr
[Sec.]
Frequ.Reg.Contr.Speed
t
20
fc
[Sec./10 Hz]
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11. Outline Drawing:

Panel Cut Out:
The relay is pushed, together with the mounting frame, into the panel cut out and the frame is
screwed to the panel with four M4 screws. The relay itself can be taken out by loosening the M2.5
screws on the mounting frame.
Side View of SYN3000 with Mounting Frame:
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Overall Case Dimensions of SYN3000
111mm
229mm
213mm
12. Remarks to the Accuracy
The SYN3000 has an accuracy of

0,5 (due to the internal measuring). The permissible phase
angle can be set to 0, 1, 2, etc. (in steps of 1). By this the maximum accuracy at CB closing is
0,5 (at 0 setting), 1,5 (at 1 setting), etc. The closing times based on this accuracy are
calculated in the following diagram:
Slip
0,005 Hz
0,01 Hz
0,02 Hz
0,03 Hz
0,04 Hz
0,05 Hz
0,1 Hz
0,2 Hz
At 100ms CB dead time

permissible topermissible topermissible tothe closing command lerance window for lerance window for lerance window for
0,5
1,5
2,5
should be produced at:
(setting 0) (b)
(setting 1) (c)
(setting 2) (d)
(a)
0,18
278 ms
833 ms
1,389 s
0,36
139 ms
417 ms
694 ms
0,72
69 ms
208 ms
347 ms
1,08
46 ms
138 ms
231 ms
1,44
35 ms
104 ms
174 ms
1,8
28 ms
83 ms
139 ms
3,6
14 ms
41 ms
69 ms
7,2
7 ms
21 ms
34 ms
The phase angle and also the closing time point is calculated every 120 ms (at 16 2/3 Hzrelays), resp. every 40 ms (at 50 Hz-relays). This calculation must point into the tolerance
window. Only under this condition the closing command is produced (e).
When the slip is very low, the closing command is produced at the border of the tolerance window
(f). That means that at very low slip the SYN3000 switches always with the maximum permissible
angle in advance. (f.e. at 0,02 Hz, setting PHImax = 1, tCB-comp = 100 ms results in a
closing time point = CB dead time + 208 ms = 308 ms).
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At a big slip and a small setted phase angle it can happen, that no calculation points into the window and therefore no closing command is produced (g).
Setting advice:
Set permissible phase angle to 3. This ensures a closing command also
at higher slip.
The following diagram shows above which frequency the calculation may point outside of the closing window. Therefore the closing command will not be produced every time when the phase
angle = 0:
Permissible phase angle

(setting)
0
1
2
3
Above this frequency limit the closing command may not be produced at phase angle = 0.
16 2/3 Hz - relays (h)
0,023 Hz
0,07 Hz
0,12 Hz
0,16 Hz
Above this frequency limit the

closing command may not be
produced at phase angle = 0.
50 Hz - relays (k)
0,07 Hz
0,21 Hz
0,35 Hz
0,49 Hz
All calculated values are typical values. They can be increased because of the
analogue input filters by 0,3-0,5.
Formulas for a.m. considerations:
Remark:
(a)
The angle for the production of the closing command is calculated:

generally:
(b)
for tCB-comp =
100 ms:
The tolerance window for the closing time is calculated:
generally:
for jmax =
0:
(c)
for jmax =
1:
(d)
for jmax =
2:
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Tol
Tol
Tol
Tol
max
0,5o 1000
ms
o
s 360
1, 39 ms
s
4,17 ms
s
6,94 ms
s
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(e)
Scanning diagram for 16 2/3 - Hz relays and a closing tolerance

of
0,5:
[Degree]
1,0
0,5
-t
+t
120 ms
scanning
(f)
This closing time point is in the tolerance
window of 0,5. Therefore a closing

command is produced (with respect to
the CB dead time)

of
[Degree]
0,5 (very low slip):
1,0
0,5
+t
-t
120 ms
scanning
Already here (close to 0,5) a closing command

is produced (under respect of the CB dead time)
(g)

of
[Degree]
0,5 (very high slip):
1,0
0,5
-t
+t
120 ms
scanning
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These both closing time points are outside of
the tolerance window of 0,5. Therefore NO

closing command is produced.
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(h)
Above this frequency limit the closing command may not be produced every time at phase
angle = 0:
2 j max 0,5
generally:
f Limit
360
t Scan
for 16 /3 Hzrelay:
for 50 Hz-relay:
Legend:
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f Limit
f Limit
max
0,5
max
0,5
21, 6
7,2
Hz
Hz
s................Slip (in Hz)

j ...............Phase angle
jmax...........max. permissible phase angle (in
degree) tCB-comp .......CB dead time compensation
(in sec.)
tScan............Scan time (120 ms at 16 2/3 Hz 40 ms at 50 Hz - relays)
relays,
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13. SYN3000 - SETTING TABLE
1max
V
The following setting table can be printed with the SYN-WIN software. V
1min
1Zero
2max
Inputs V
EXAMPLE:
2min
V
2Zero
Selection Input: PHI
max
Sync. Mode: t
CB-comp
1
GENERATOR/
k
BUS BAR
V2
SYS1: Max. Syn. Volt. t
110
Runtime
[V] t
W
SYS1: Min. Syn. Volt. t
90
Vt
[V] t
Vv
SYS1: No Voltage up to t
fr
[V] t
fc
[V]
[V]
SYS2: No Voltage up to
[V]
Max. Diff. Volt. ind.
+dVmax
5
[V]

-dVmax
1
[V]
Max. Diff. Frequ. High

+dfmax
.1
[Hz]
Max. Diff. Frequ. Low

-dfmax
.01
[Hz]
Max.Perm.Phase Angle
[Deg. electr.]
200
[msec.]
Volt.adaptation
100
[%]
10
[Min.]
Activation Time
1
[Sec.]
Volt. Reg. Interv.
3
[Sec.]
Volt.Reg.Contr.Speed
[Sec./10 V]
Frequ. Reg. Interv.
10
[Sec.]
Frequ.Reg.Contr.Speed
20
[Sec./10 Hz]
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4. Design Features ...........................................................................................9

5. Functional Description ..............................................................................13

6. Mounting of the SYN3000...........................................................................41

8. Error Annunciation List ............................................................................ 51

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Circuit Diagram SYN3000

The SYN3000 can be delivered in the following two relay models:

3.1. Digital Synchronizing Relay

3.2. Digital Synchronizing Check Relay

3.3. Selection Inputs

4.1. Optimum Plant Conformity

4.2. Safety Considerations

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4.3. User Facilities

4.4. Additional Functions at Software Versions Starting at 2.19

0,5 (due to the internal measuring). Now the accuracy at the

0,5 (at 0 setting),

1,5 (at 1 setting), etc. The closing times based on

this accuracy are calculated in chapter 12, "Remarks to the Accuracy".

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0,025 Hz for one moment for activating

4.4.4. Voltage Adaptation by Software

Low" provide information when the setting value is

5.1. Operating Sequence of the SYN3000

The diagram is read from top to bottom.

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lower control commands will be given in accordance to the system conditions.

To prevent false synchronizing the procedures described have strictly to be

5.2. User Control of the SYN3000

5.2.1. LED Indication

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Left Column LED Indication

The SYN3000 is connected to the

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Right Column LED Indication

Indication: Initial time delay

Indication: Total sync. time >>

Indication: Warning / Error

5.3. Menu Controlled Environment

5.4. Structure of the Main Menu

[3] Setting Paramet. [SKIP] Next Page...

[5] Change Password [SKIP] Previous Page [ESC] Main Menu

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5.5. Structure of the Sub Menu Records

Description of the Various Functions

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PHI=5 Deg [SKIP]

Selection input used from 1 to 10

Configured synchronizing mode from 1 to 5

Measured values at the instant of CB closing command

Measured value of voltage system 1

Measured value of frequency system 1

Measured value of voltage system 2

Measured value of frequency system 2

Phase displacement between the two systems in Degree electrical

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PHI=0 Deg [ESC]

Measured values at the instant of actual CB closing

Measured value of voltage system 1

Measured value of frequency system 1

Measured value of voltage system 2