DEEP SEA ELECTRONICS

DSE4510 MKII & DSE4520 MKII

Configuration Suite PC Software Manual

Document Number: 057-258

Author: Fady Atallah

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DSE4510 MKII / DSE4520 MKII Configuration Suite PC Software Manual

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Amendments List

Issue Comments
1 Initial release
2 Updated for version 2 of the 45xxMKII module
Updated for version 3 of the 45xxMKII module.
3
0V-10V Voltage sensor support added to the Analogue input A for the Oil Pressure.

Typeface: The typeface used in this document is Arial. Care must be taken not to mistake the upper case letter I with the numeral 1. The numeral
1 has a top serif to avoid this confusion.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 INTRODUCTION .............................................................................................. 5
1.1 BIBLIOGRAPHY ................................................................................................................................ 5
1.1.1 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS .............................................................................................. 5
1.1.2 MANUALS .................................................................................................................................. 5
1.1.3 OTHER ....................................................................................................................................... 5
1.1.4 CLARIFICATION OF NOTATION............................................................................................... 5
1.1.5 GLOSSARY OF TERMS ............................................................................................................ 6
1.2 INSTALLATION AND USING THE DSE CONFIGURATION SUITE SOFTWARE ........................... 6
2 EDITING THE CONFIGURATION ................................................................... 7
2.1 SCREEN LAYOUT............................................................................................................................. 7
2.2 MODULE ............................................................................................................................................ 8
2.2.1 MODULE TYPE.......................................................................................................................... 8
2.2.2 MODULE OPTIONS ................................................................................................................... 8
2.2.3 POWER SAVING OPTIONS .................................................................................................... 10
2.2.4 INSTRUMENTATION SUPPRESSION .................................................................................... 10
2.3 APPLICATION ................................................................................................................................. 11
2.4 INPUTS ............................................................................................................................................ 12
2.4.1 ANALOGUE INPUT CONFIGURATION ................................................................................... 12
2.4.2 FLEXIBLE SENSOR A, C ........................................................................................................ 13
2.4.3 EDITING THE SENSOR CURVE ............................................................................................. 14
2.4.4 DIGITAL INPUTS ..................................................................................................................... 15
2.4.4.1 DIGITAL INPUTS ................................................................................................................. 15
2.4.5 ANALOGUE INPUTS ............................................................................................................... 16
2.4.6 INPUT FUNCTIONS ................................................................................................................. 17
2.5 OUTPUTS ........................................................................................................................................ 20
2.5.1 OUTPUT SOURCES ................................................................................................................ 21
2.6 TIMERS............................................................................................................................................ 26
2.6.1 START TIMERS ....................................................................................................................... 26
2.6.2 LOAD / STOPPING TIMERS ................................................................................................... 28
2.6.3 MODULE TIMERS ................................................................................................................... 29
2.7 GENERATOR .................................................................................................................................. 30
2.7.1 GENERATOR OPTIONS ......................................................................................................... 30
2.7.2 GENERATOR VOLTAGE ......................................................................................................... 31
2.7.3 GENERATOR FREQUENCY ................................................................................................... 32
2.7.4 GENERATOR CURRENT ........................................................................................................ 33
2.7.4.1 GENERATOR CURRENT OPTIONS ................................................................................... 33
2.7.4.2 OVERCURRENT ALARM .................................................................................................... 34
2.7.4.3 OVERCURRENT ALARM .................................................................................................... 34
2.7.4.4 OVERLOAD PROTECTION ................................................................................................. 35
2.8 MAINS.............................................................................................................................................. 36
2.8.1 MAINS OPTIONS ..................................................................................................................... 36
2.8.2 MAINS ALARMS ...................................................................................................................... 37
2.9 ENGINE ........................................................................................................................................... 38
2.9.1 ENGINE PROTECTION ........................................................................................................... 38
2.9.1.1 WATER IN FUEL.................................................................................................................. 39
2.9.1.2 FUEL TANK BUND .............................................................................................................. 39
2.9.1.3 FAN SPEED LOW ................................................................................................................ 39
2.9.2 OIL PRESSURE ....................................................................................................................... 40
2.9.3 COOLANT TEMPERATURE .................................................................................................... 41
2.9.3.1 COOLANT TEMPERATURE ALARMS ................................................................................ 41
2.9.3.2 COOLANT TEMPERATURE CONTROL ............................................................................. 42
2.9.4 FUEL LEVEL ............................................................................................................................ 43
2.9.4.1 FUEL LEVEL ........................................................................................................................ 44
2.9.4.2 FUEL LEVEL SWITCH ......................................................................................................... 44
2.9.5 ENGINE OPTIONS .................................................................................................................. 45
2.9.5.1 ECU (ECM) OPTIONS ......................................................................................................... 45
2.9.5.2 MISCELLANEOUS OPTIONS .............................................................................................. 46
2.9.5.3 STARTUP OPTIONS ........................................................................................................... 46
2.9.5.4 PRE-HEAT ........................................................................................................................... 46
2.9.5.5 POST-HEAT ......................................................................................................................... 47
2.9.5.6 OVERSPEED OPTIONS ...................................................................................................... 47
2.9.6 ECU (ECM) OPTIONS ............................................................................................................. 48
2.9.7 ECU (ECM) ALARMS ............................................................................................................... 49
2.9.7.1 ECU (ECM) DATA FAIL ....................................................................................................... 49

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2.9.7.3 OTHER SPECIFIC SIGNALS ............................................................................................... 51

2.9.8 GAS ENGINE OPTIONS .......................................................................................................... 52
2.9.9 CRANK DISCONNECT ............................................................................................................ 53
2.9.10 SPEED SETTINGS .................................................................................................................. 54
2.9.11 PLANT BATTERY .................................................................................................................... 55
2.10 SCHEDULER ................................................................................................................................... 56
2.11 MAINTENANCE ALARM ................................................................................................................. 57
2.12 ALTERNATIVE CONFIGURATIONS............................................................................................... 58
2.12.1 ALTERNATIVE CONFIGURATION OPTIONS ......................................................................... 58
2.12.2 ALTERNATIVE CONFIGURATION .......................................................................................... 58
2.13 ADVANCED ..................................................................................................................................... 59
2.13.1 CONFIGURABLE CAN INSTURMENTATION ......................................................................... 59
2.13.2 RECEIVED INTRUMENTATION .............................................................................................. 59
2.13.2.1 MESSAGE IDENTIFICATION .......................................................................................... 60
2.13.2.2 DATA STRUCTURE ......................................................................................................... 60
2.13.2.3 DISPLAY .......................................................................................................................... 60
2.13.2.4 TEST ................................................................................................................................ 61
2.13.3 TRANSMITTED INSTRUMENTATION .................................................................................... 61
2.13.3.1 MESSAGE IDENTIFICATION .......................................................................................... 62
2.13.3.2 DATA STRUCTURE ......................................................................................................... 62
2.13.3.3 MAPPING ......................................................................................................................... 63
2.13.3.4 TEST ................................................................................................................................ 63
2.13.4 CONFIGURABLE CAN INSTRUMENTATION EXPORT/IMPORT........................................... 63
3 SCADA ...........................................................................................................64
3.1 MIMIC............................................................................................................................................... 65
3.2 DIGITAL INPUTS ............................................................................................................................. 66
3.3 DIGITAL OUTPUTS ......................................................................................................................... 66
3.4 MAINS.............................................................................................................................................. 67
3.5 GENERATOR .................................................................................................................................. 68
3.6 POWER............................................................................................................................................ 69
3.7 ENGINE ........................................................................................................................................... 70
3.8 FLEXIBLE SENSOR ........................................................................................................................ 71
3.9 CONFIGURABLE CAN INSTRUMENTATION ................................................................................ 71
3.10 ALARMS .......................................................................................................................................... 72
3.11 STATUS ........................................................................................................................................... 72
3.12 EVENT LOG .................................................................................................................................... 73
3.13 ENHANCED CANBUS..................................................................................................................... 73
3.14 MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................................................... 74
3.14.1 MAINTENANCE ALARM RESET ............................................................................................. 74
3.14.2 HOURS RUN AND NUMBER OF STARTS ............................................................................. 75
3.14.3 DATE AND TIME ...................................................................................................................... 75
3.14.4 ACCUMULATED INSTRUMENTATION ................................................................................... 76
3.14.5 DPF REGENERATION ............................................................................................................ 76
3.14.6 MODULE PIN ........................................................................................................................... 77
3.14.7 LCD CONTRAST ..................................................................................................................... 77
4 ALARM TYPES...............................................................................................78
5 ALARM ARMING ............................................................................................79
5.1 ALWAYS .......................................................................................................................................... 80
5.2 FROM STARTING ........................................................................................................................... 80
5.3 FROM SAFETY ON ......................................................................................................................... 80
5.4 ENGINE PROTECTION ................................................................................................................... 80
5.5 OVERSHOOT .................................................................................................................................. 80

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 Introduction

1 INTRODUCTION
The DSE Configuration Suite PC Software allows the DSE4500 MKII modules to be connected to a PC via
USB A –USB B cable. Once connected the various operating parameters within the module are viewed or edited
as required by the engineer. This software allows easy controlled access to these values.

This manual details the configuration of the DSE4510 MKII & DSE4520 MKII series controllers.
A separate document covers the older DSE4510 and DSE4520 modules configuration.
The DSE Configuration Suite PC Software must only be used by competent, qualified personnel, as changes to
the operation of the module may have safety implications on the panel / generating set to which it is fitted. Access
to critical operational sequences and settings for use by qualified engineers, may be barred by a security code
set by the generator provider.
The information contained in this manual must be read in conjunction with the information contained in the
appropriate module documentation. This manual only details which settings are available and how they may be
used. A separate manual deals with the operation of the individual module (See section entitled Bibliography
elsewhere in this document).

1.1 BIBLIOGRAPHY
This document refers to and is referred to by the following DSE publications which is obtained from the DSE
website www.deepseaplc.com

1.1.1 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

DSE PART DESCRIPTION
053-190 4510 MKII & 4520 MKII installation instructions sheet

1.1.2 MANUALS
DSE PART DESCRIPTION
057-151 DSE Configuration Suite PC Software Installation & Operation Manual
057-004 Electronic Engines and DSE wiring
057-260 DSE4510 MKII & DSE4520 MKII Operator Manual
057-172 DSE4500 Software Manual

1.1.3 OTHER
The following third party documents are also referred to:

ISBN DESCRIPTION
1-55937-879-4 IEEE Std C37.2-1996 IEEE Standard Electrical Power System Device Function Numbers
and Contact Designations. Published by Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
Inc

1.1.4 CLARIFICATION OF NOTATION

Clarification of notation used within this publication.

NOTE: Highlights an essential element of a procedure to ensure correctness.

Indicates a procedure or practice, which, if not strictly observed, could

CAUTION! result in damage or destruction of equipment.

Indicates a procedure or practice, which could result in injury to

WARNING! personnel or loss of life if not followed correctly.

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1.1.5 GLOSSARY OF TERMS

Term Description
DSE4xxx MKII All modules in the DSE4xxx MKII range.
DSE4500 MKII,
All modules in the DSE45xx MKII range.
DSE45xx MKII
DSE4510 MKII DSE4510 MKII module/controller
DSE4520 MKII DSE4520 MKII module/controller
CAN Controller Area Network
Vehicle standard to allow digital devices to communicate to one another.
CT Current Transformer
An electrical device that takes a large AC current and scales it down by a fixed ratio to a
smaller scale.
DEF Diesel Exhaust Fluid (AdBlue)
A liquid used as a consumable in the SCR process to lower nitric oxide and nitrogen
dioxide concentration in engine exhaust emissions.
DM1 Diagnostic Message 1
A DTC that is currently active on the engine ECU (ECM).
DM2 Diagnostic Message 2
A DTC that was previously active on the engine ECU (ECM) and has been stored in the
ECU’s (ECM) internal memory.
DPF Diesel Particulate Filter
A filter fitted to the exhaust of an engine to remove diesel particulate matter or soot from
the exhaust gas.
DPTC Diesel Particulate Temperature Controlled Filter
A filter fitted to the exhaust of an engine to remove diesel particulate matter or soot from
the exhaust gas which is temperature controlled.
DTC Diagnostic Trouble Code
The name for the entire fault code sent by an engine ECU (ECM).
ECU/ECM Engine Control Unit/Management
An electronic device that monitors engine parameters and regulates the fuelling.
FMI Failure Mode Indicator
A part of DTC that indicates the type of failure, e.g. high, low, open circuit etc.
HEST High Exhaust System Temperature
Initiates when DPF filter is full in conjunction with an extra fuel injector in the exhaust
system to burn off accumulated diesel particulate matter or soot.
HMI Human Machine Interface
A device that provides a control and visualisation interface between a human and a
process or machine.
OC Occurrence Count
A part of DTC that indicates the number of times that failure has occurred.
PGN Parameter Group Number
A CAN address for a set of parameters that relate to the same topic and share the same
transmission rate.
SCADA Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition
A system that operates with coded signals over communication channels to provide
control and monitoring of remote equipment
SCR Selective Catalytic Reduction
A process that uses DEF with the aid of a catalyst to convert nitric oxide and nitrogen
dioxide into nitrogen and water to reduce engine exhaust emission.
SPN Suspect Parameter Number
A part of DTC that indicates what the failure is, e.g. oil pressure, coolant temperature,
turbo pressure etc.

1.2 INSTALLATION AND USING THE DSE CONFIGURATION SUITE

SOFTWARE
For information in regards to instating and using the DSE Configuration Suite Software please refer to DSE
publication: 057-151 DSE Configuration Suite PC Software Installation & Operation Manual which is found
on our website: www.deepseaplc.com

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2 EDITING THE CONFIGURATION

This menu allows module configuration, to change the function of Inputs, Outputs and LED’s, system timers and
level settings to suit a particular application.

2.1 SCREEN LAYOUT

Move to the
The type of Previous or Next
configuration file configuration page
being edited

The coloured
shading shows
Close this
the currently
configuration file
selected page.

Click + or – to
show or hide the
sub settings within
each sections.

Step forward or backward through Click to return to this

previously viewed pages page at any time

Click to select
the subsection
to view / edit

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2.2 MODULE
2.2.1 MODULE TYPE

Parameter Description
Module Type Select the type of the module:
Auto Start – Allows the starting in Manual, and on activation of remote start signal
AMF – Allows the starting in Manual, on activation of remote start signal and on a
mains failure detection

2.2.2 MODULE OPTIONS

Parameter Description
Lamp Test At Power Up  = Feature disabled
 = All the LEDs on the module’s fascia illuminate when the DC power is applied
as a ‘lamp test’ feature.
Protected Start Mode  = Pressing the Start button on the module initiates the starting sequence
 = The Start button needs to be pressed twice to confirm a manual start request.
When the Start button is pressed once the module waits for 30 seconds for the
next press to start the generator in Manual mode, if the Start button is not pressed
a second time within the next 30 seconds, the mode changes to Stop mode for
safety.
Event Log in Hours Run  = Recorded events in the module’s event log include the date/time stamp
 = The engine run hours is added to the recorded event in the event log
Display SPN Strings  =The module displays CAN messages in manufacturer numerical code.
 = The module displays CAN messages in ENGLISH text alongside the
manufacturer numerical code.

Parameters are continued overleaf…

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Parameter Description
Enable Fast Loading
NOTE: Enabling Fast Loading is only recommended where steps have
been taken to ensure rapid start up of the engine is possible. (For example
when fitted with engine heaters, electronic governors etc.)
 = Normal Operation, the safety on timer is observed in full. This feature is useful
if the module is to be used with some small engines where pre-mature termination
of the delay timer leads to overspeed alarms on start up.
 = The module terminates the safety on timer once all monitored parameters
have reached their normal settings. This feature is useful if the module is to be
used as a standby controller as it allows the generator to start and go on load in
the shortest possible time.
Maintenance PIN  = PIN is not required to reset maintenance alarms through the front panel.
Protected Enable  = Maintenance alarm reset through the front panel is PIN protected.
Enable Cooldown in  =Normal operation. Pressing the Stop button instantly opens the load switch and
Stop Mode stops the generator.
 =Alternative operation. Pressing the Stop button instantly opens the load switch
and puts the generator into a cooling run. Pressing the Stop button again instantly
stops the generator.
Power Up in Mode Select the mode that the module enters when DC power is applied.
Available modes to select from: Auto, Manual, Stop mode
All warnings are latched  = Normal Operation, the warnings and pre-alarms automatically reset once the
triggering condition has cleared.
 = Warnings and pre-alarms latch when triggered. Resetting the alarm is
performed by either an external reset applied to one of the inputs or, the
‘Stop/Reset’ pushbutton operated (once the triggering condition has been cleared).

Enhanced Tier IV Home  = Normal operation, the module shows the default home screen
Screen  = The module’s home screen is changed to show the Tier IV Lamps
Show Load Switching  = The Single Line Diagram on the module’s display is removed to allow larger
Icons space for the instrumentations
 = The Single Line Diagram is added on the module’s display indicating the Load
Switching status
Limit Audible Alarm  = Normal operation, the configured Audible Alarm digital output is active when
Duration any alarm is active on the controller. The Audible Alarm digital output is inactive
when the alarm is muted or reset.
 = The configured Audible Alarm digital output is active when any alarm is active
on the controller for the duration of the Audible Alarm Duration timer. The Audible
Alarm digital output is inactive when the alarm is muted or reset or when the
Audible Alarm Duration timer expires.

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2.2.3 POWER SAVING OPTIONS

Parameter Description
Backlight Power Save  = Normal operation
Mode Enable  = Enables DC power saving by turning off the LCD Backlight when the module is
not operated for the duration of the Backlight Timer.
Power Save Mode
Enable NOTE: Available only when Backlight Power Save Mode is enabled.
 = Normal operation
 = Module goes into power save (low current) mode after inactivity in STOP
mode for the duration of the configurable Power Save Mode Delay timer. Press
any button to ‘wake’ the module.
Deep Sleep Mode
Enable NOTE: Available only when Power Save Mode is enabled.

NOTE: When the module is in Deep Sleep Mode, activating Digital Input
A regardless of what it is configured to, awakes the module.
 = Normal operation
 = The module goes into a deeper sleep state with maximum power saving after
inactivity in Power Save Mode for the duration of the configurable Deep Sleep
Delay timer.

2.2.4 INSTRUMENTATION SUPPRESSION

Tick to hide the

parameter on the
module display

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2.3 APPLICATION

NOTE: For further details and instructions on ECU (ECM) options and connections, refer to DSE
Publication: 057-004 Electronic Engines and DSE Controllers which are found on our website:
www.deepseaplc.com

Parameter Description
Engine Type Select the appropriate engine type

Conventional Engine: Select this for a traditional (non-electronic) engine, either

Energise to Run or Energise to Stop.

Conventional Gas Engine: Select this for a traditional (non-electronic) engine and
require Gas engine functionality. This enables control of configurable outputs for Gas
Choke and Gas Ignition and instructs the module to follow the gas engine timers.

Other Engines: The list of supported CAN (or Modbus) engines is constantly
updated, check the DSE website at www.deepseaplc.com for the latest version of
Configuration Suite software.
Alternative Engine  = The engine is instructed to run at its Nominal Speed as configured by the
Speed Engine Manufacturer.
 = The engine is instructed to run at its Alternative Speed as configured by the
Engine Manufacturer.

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2.4 INPUTS
The Inputs section is subdivided into smaller sections.
Select the required section with the mouse.

2.4.1 ANALOGUE INPUT CONFIGURATION

Depending on selection,
the configuration of the
intput is done in different
locations in the software.

Parameter Description
Use Module To (Available only when the module is configured for connection to a CAN engine.)
Measure Oil Pressure  = The measurements are taken from the ECU.
 = The module ignores the CAN measurement and uses the analogue sensor input.
Use Module To (Available only when the module is cionfigured for connection to a CAN engine.)
Measure Coolant  = The measurements are taken from the ECU.
Temperature  = The module ignores the CAN measurement and uses the analogue sensor input.
Analogue Input A Select what the analogue input is to be used for:
Digital Input: Configured on the Inputs/Digital Inputs pages
Flexible Analogue: Configured on the Inputs/Analogue Inputs pages
Not Used: The input is disabled
Oil Sensor: Configured on the Engine pages
Analogue Input B Select what the analogue input is to be used for:
Digital Input: Configured on the Inputs/Digital Inputs pages
Temperature Sensor: Configured on the Engine pages
Not Used: The input is disabled
Analogue Input C Select what the analogue input is to be used for:
Digital Input: Configured on the Inputs/Digital Inputs pages
Flexible Analogue : Configured on the Inputs/Analogue Inputs pages
Fuel Sensor: Configured on the Engine pages
Not Used: The input is disabled

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2.4.2 FLEXIBLE SENSOR A, C

Analogue input A or C when configured for Flexible Sensor.

Parameter Description
Sensor Type
NOTE: Voltage sensor type is only supported on Flexible Sensor A.

Select the sensor type and curve from a pre-defined list or create a user-defined curve
Resistive: for sensors with maximum range of 0 Ω to 240 Ω on Flexible Sensor A, and
for sensors with maximum range of 0 Ω to 480 Ω on Flexible Sensor C.
Voltage: for sensors with maximum range of 0 V to 10 V (for Flexible Sensor A only).
Pressure: The input is configured as a pressure sensor
Percentage: The input is configured as a percentage sensor
Termperature: The input is configured as a temperature sensor
Sensor Fault Alarm  = Alarm is disabled.
 = The Flexible Sensor Fault Alarm is active when the module detects an open circuit
when the sensor is disconnected.
Alarm Arming Select when the input becomes active:
Always: The input state is always monitored
From Safety On: The state of the input is monitored from the end of the Safety On
Delay timer
From Starting: The state of the input is only monitored from engaging the crank
Low Alarm Enable  = The Alarm is disabled.
 = The Low Alarm is active when the measured quantity drops below the Low Alarm
setting.
Low Pre-Alarm  = The Pre-Alarm is disabled.
Enable  = The Low Pre-Alarm is active when the measured quantity drops below the Low Pre-
Alarm setting. The Low Pre-Alarm is automatically reset when the measured quantity
rises above the configured Low Pre-Alarm Return level.
High Pre-Alarm  = The Pre-Alarm is disabled.
Enable  = The High Pre-Alarm is active when the measured quantity rises above the High
Pre-Alarm setting. The High Pre-Alarm is automatically reset when the measured
quantity falls below the configured High Pre-Alarm Return level.
High Alarm Enable  = The Alarm is disabled.
 = The High Alarm is active when the measured quantity rises above the High Alarm
setting.

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2.4.3 EDITING THE SENSOR CURVE

While the DSE Configuration Suite holds sensor specifications for the most commonly used resistive or voltage
sensors, occasionally it is required that the module be connected to a sensor not listed by the Configuration
Suite. To aid this process, a sensor editor is provided.

In this example, the closest match to the sensor in

use is the VDO 10-180 fuel level sensor.

Click to edit the

‘sensor curve’.

Click Interpolate then select two Click and drag the

points as prompted to draw a points on the
straight line between them. graphs to change
the settings

Use the mouse to

select the graph Click CANCEL to
point, then enter ignore and lose
the value in the box any changes you
or click up/down to have made
change the value

Click SAVE AS, you are prompted to name

your curve....

Click OK to accept
the changes and
return to the
configuration editor

Click OK to save the curve.

Any saved curves become selectable in

the Input Type selection list. Hint: Deleting, renaming or
editing custom sensor curves
that have been added is
performed in the main menu,
select Tools | Curve Manager.

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2.4.4 DIGITAL INPUTS

The Digital Inputs section is subdivided into smaller sections.
Select the required section with the mouse.

2.4.4.1 DIGITAL INPUTS

Input function. See section entitled

Input functions for details of all
available functions

As this example
shows a predefined
function, these
parameters are
greyed out as they are
not applicable.

Example of a user
configured input

Close or Open to activate

Parameter Description
Function Select the input function to activate when the relevant terminal is energised.
See section entitled Input functions for details of all available functions
Polarity Select the digital input polarity:
Close to Activate: the input function is activated when the relevant terminal is
connected.
Open to Activate: the input function is activated when the relevant terminal is
disconnected.
Action Select the type of alarm required from the list:
Electrical Trip
Shutdown
Warning
For details of these, see the section entitled Alarm Types elsewhere in this document.
Arming Select when the input becomes active:
Always: The input state is always monitored
Active From Safety On: The state of the input is monitored from the end of the Safety
On Delay timer
Active From Starting: The state of the input is only monitored from engaging the crank
Never: The input is disabled
Activation Delay This is used to give a delay on acceptance of the input. Useful for liquid level switches or
to mask short term operations of the external switch device.

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2.4.5 ANALOGUE INPUTS

Depending on selection, the

configuration of the input is located in
different sections in the software.

Example of an analogue
input configured as digital.

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2.4.6 INPUT FUNCTIONS

Where a digital input is NOT configured as “user configured”, a selection is made from a list of predefined
functions. The selections are as follows:

Under the scope of IEEE 37.2, function numbers are also used to represent functions in microprocessor devices
and software programs. Where the DSE input functions are represented by IEEE 37.2, the function number is
listed below.

= Only applicable for the AMF module type

Function Description
Alarm Mute This input is used to silence the audible alarm from an external source,
such as a remote mute switch.
Alarm Reset This input is used to reset any latched alarms from a remote location. It is
also used to clear any latched warnings which may have occurred (if
configured) without having to stop the generator.
Alt Config x Select These inputs are used to instruct the module to follow the relevant
alternative configuration settings instead of the main configuration
settings.
Auto Restore Inhibit In the event of a remote start/mains failure, the generator is instructed to
start and take load. On removal of the remote start signal/mains return the
IEEE 37.2 - 3 Checking Or module continues to run the generator on load until the Auto Restore
Interlocking Relay Inhibit input is removed. This input allows the controller to be fitted as part
of a system where the restoration to mains is controlled remotely or by an
automated system.
Auto Start Inhibit This input is used to provide an over-ride function to prevent the controller
IEEE 37.2 - 3 Checking Or from starting the generator in the event of a remote start/mains out of
Interlocking Relay limits condition occurring. If this input is active and a remote start
signal/mains failure occurs the module does not give a start command to
the generator. If this input signal is then removed, the controller operates
as if a remote start/mains failure has occurred, starting and loading the
generator. This function is used to give an ‘AND’ function so that a
generator is only called to start if the mains fails and another condition
exists which requires the generator to run. If the ‘Auto start Inhibit’ signal
becomes active once more it is ignored until the module has returned the
mains supply on load and shutdown.
This input does not prevent starting of the engine in MANUAL mode.
Auxiliary Mains Fail The module monitors the incoming single or three phase supply for Over
voltage, Under Voltage, Over Frequency or Under frequency. It may be
required to monitor a different mains supply or some aspect of the
incoming mains not monitored by the controller. If the devices providing
this additional monitoring are connected to operate this input, the
controller operates as if the incoming mains supply has fallen outside of
limits, the generator is instructed to start and take the load. Removal of
the input signal causes the module to act if the mains has returned to
within limits providing that the mains sensing also indicates that the mains
is within limits.
Coolant Temperature Switch This input is used to give a Coolant Temperature High shutdown from a
IEEE 37.2 – 26 Apparatus digital normally open or closed switch. It allows coolant temperature
Thermal Device protection.
DPF Auto Regen Inhibit This input is used to override the ECU (ECM) function and prevent the
automatic regeneration of the diesel particulate filter
DPF Force Regeneration This input is used to override the ECU (ECM) function and activate the
regeneration of the diesel particulate filter
DPF Regeneration Interlock This input is used to stop a manual regeneration from occurring
Emergency Stop Provides an immediate engine hot shutdown, used in emergency situations

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Function Description
External Panel Lock
NOTE: External control sources (i.e. Simulate Start Button) are
not affected by the external panel lock input and continue to operate
normally.
This input is used to provide security to the installation.
When the External Panel lock input is active, the module does not
respond to operation of the Mode select or Start buttons. This allows the
module to be placed into a specific mode (such as Auto) and then
secured. The operation of the module is not affected and the operator is
still able to view the various instrumentation pages etc. (Front panel
configuration access is still possible while the system lock is active).
Fan Speed Low This input is used where on some engines coolant fans have a switch
indicator for low speed or coolant fan failure.
Fuel Tank Bund Level High A digital normally open or closed fuel tank bund level switch gives this
input. It is used to indicate that the fuel tank leaks.
Generator Load Inhibit
IEEE 37.2 - 52 AC Circuit NOTE: This input only operates to control the generator-
Breaker switching device if the module load switching logic is attempting to
load the generator. It does not control the generator switching
device when the mains supply is on load.
This input is used to prevent the module from loading the generator. If the
generator is already on load, activating this input causes the module to
unload the generator. Removing the input allows the generator to be
loaded again.
Lamp Test This input is used to provide a test facility for the front panel indicators
fitted to the module. When the input is activated all LEDs illuminate.
Low Fuel Level Switch This input is used to allow feedback for low fuel level.
IEEE 37.2 - 71 Liquid Level
Switch
Main Config Select This input is used to select the Main configuration when Alternative
Configurations are enabled.
Mains Load Inhibit
IEEE 37.2 - 3 Checking or NOTE: This input only operates to control the mains switching
Interlocking Relay device if the module load switching logic is attempting to load the
mains. It does not control the mains switching device when the
generator is on load.
This input is used to prevent the module from loading the mains supply. If
the mains supply is already on load activating this input causes the
module to unload the mains supply. Removing the input allows the mains
to be loaded again.
Maintenance Reset Alarm Air Provides an external digital input to reset the maintenance alarm
Maintenance Reset Alarm Fuel Provides an external digital input to reset the maintenance alarm
Maintenance Reset Alarm Oil Provides an external digital input to reset the maintenance alarm
Oil Pressure Switch A digital normally open or closed oil pressure switch gives this input. It
IEEE 37.2 – 63 Pressure Switch allows low oil pressure protection.
Remote Start Off Load If this input is active, operation is similar to the ‘Remote Start on load’
function except that the generator is not instructed to take the load. This
function is used where an engine only run is required e.g. for exercise.
Remote Start On Load When in auto mode, the module performs the start sequence and transfer
load to the generator.
In Manual mode, the load is transferred to the generator if the engine is
already running, however in manual mode, this input does not generate
start/stop requests of the engine.
Simulate Auto Button
NOTE: If a call to start is present when AUTO MODE is entered,
the starting sequence begins. Call to Start comes from a number of
sources depending upon module type and configuration and
includes (but is not limited to) : Remote start input present, Mains
failure, Scheduled run, Auxiliary mains failure input present,
Telemetry start signal from remote locations.
This input mimic’s the operation of the ‘Auto’ button and is used to provide
a remotely located Auto mode push button.

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Function Description
Simulate Mains Available This function is provided to override the module’s internal monitoring
function. If this input is active, the module does not respond to the state of
the incoming AC mains supply.
Simulate Start Button This input mimic’s the operation of the ‘Start’ button and is used to provide
a remotely located start push button.
Simulate Stop Button This input mimic’s the operation of the ‘Stop’ button and is used to provide
a remotely located stop/reset push button.
Smoke Limiting This input instructs the module to give a run at idle speed command to the
IEEE 37.2 – 18 Accelerating or engine either via an output configured to smoke limit or by data
Decelerating Device commands when used with supported electronic engines.
Transfer To Generator/Open This input is used to transfer the load to the generator when running in
Mains MANUAL MODE
IEEE 37.2 - 52 AC Circuit
Breaker

Transfer To Mains/ Open This input is used to transfer the load to the mains supply when running in
Generator MANUAL MODE
IEEE 37.2-52 AC Circuit Breaker

Water in Fuel This input is used where on some engines water separators have a switch
indicator for water detection. The input is used as normally open or
normally closed.

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2.5 OUTPUTS
These are greyed
out as they are fixed
and not adjustable.

Select what
the output
is to control

Select if the relay

is to energise or
de-energise upon
activation of the
These labels
source
match the typical
wiring diagram

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2.5.1 OUTPUT SOURCES

The list of output sources available for configuration of the module digital outputs.

Under the scope of IEEE 37.2, function numbers is also used to represent functions in microprocessor devices
and software programs. Where the DSE output functions is represented by IEEE 37.2, the function number is
listed below.

The outputs are in alphabetical order

with the parameter first. For instance for
over frequency output, it’s listed as
Generator Overfrequency.

= Only applicable for the AMF module type

Output Source Activates… Is Not Active….
Not Used The output does not change state (Unused)
Air Filter Maintenance Active when the Air Filter Maintenance Alarm is due.
Air Flap Relay Normally used to control an air flap, Inactive when the set has come
this to rest
output becomes active upon an
Emergency
Stop or Over-speed situation.
Alternative Config Selected Active when the alternative configuration is selected.
Analogue Input A, B & C (Digital) Active when the relevant analogue input is configured as digital and is
active
Audible Alarm Use this output to activate an external Inactive if no alarm condition is
IEEE 37.2 – 74 Alarm Relay sounder or external alarm indicator. active or Alarm Mute input was
Activation of the Alarm Mute input active
resets this output once activated
Battery High Voltage This output indicates that a Battery Inactive when battery voltage is
IEEE 37.2 – 59 DC Overvoltage Over voltage alarm has occurred not High
Relay
Battery Low Voltage This output indicates that a Battery Inactive when battery voltage is
IEEE 37.2 – 27 DC Under Voltage alarm has occurred. not Low
Undervoltage Relay
Charge Alternator Failure Active when the charge alternator shutdown alarm is active
Shutdown
Charge Alternator Failure Active when the charge alternator warning alarm is active
Warning
Close Gen Output Used to control the load switching Inactive whenever the generator
IEEE 37.2 – 52 AC Circuit device. Whenever the module selects is not required to be on load
Breaker the generator to be on load this control
source is activated.
Close Gen Output Pulse Used to control the load switching device. Whenever the module selects
IEEE 37.2 – 52 AC Circuit the generator to be on load this control source is activated for the duration
Breaker of the Breaker Close Pulse timer, after which it becomes inactive again.
Close Mains Output Used to control the load switching The output is inactive whenever
IEEE 37.2 – 52 AC Circuit device. Whenever the module selects the mains is not required to be
Breaker the mains to be on load this control on load
source is activated.
Close Mains Output Pulse Used to control the load switching device. Whenever the module selects
IEEE 37.2 – 52 AC Circuit the mains to be on load this control source is activated for the duration of
Breaker the Breaker Close Pulse timer, after which it becomes inactive again.

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Combined Mains Failure Active when the mains supply is out of limits OR the input for Auxiliary
Mains Failure is active
Common Alarm Active when one or more alarms (of The output is inactive when no
any type) are active alarms are present
Common Electrical Trip Active when one or more Electrical The output is inactive when no
Trip alarms are active shutdown alarms are present
Common Shutdown Active when one or more Shutdown The output is inactive when no
alarms are active shutdown alarms are present
Common Warning Active when one or more Warning The output is inactive when no
alarms are active warning alarms are present
Coolant Cooler Control Active by the Coolant Cooler Control in conjunction with the Coolant
Temperature Sensor
Coolant Heater Control Active by the Coolant Heater Control in conjunction with the Coolant
Temperature Sensor
Cooling Down Active when the Cooling timer is in progress
DEF Level Low Active when DEF Level Low CAN alarm is active.
Delayed Load Output 1, 2, 3 & 4 Provide delayed outputs for controlling load switching devices
Digital Input A, B, C & D Active when the relevant digital input is active
Display Heater Fitted and On Active when the display heater is on
DPF Auto Regeneration Inhibit Active when the DPF Auto Regeneration Inhibit is active
Request
DPF Forced Regeneration Active when the DPF Force Regeneration Interlock is active
Interlock Active
DPF Forced Regeneration Active when the DPF Force Regeneration is active
Requested
DPF Non Mission State Active when the DPF Non-Mission State is active
DPF Regeneration In Progress Active when the DPF Regeneration is in progress
DPF Regeneration Interlock Active when the DPF Regeneration Interlock is active
Active
DPTC Filter Active when the diesel particulate filter CAN alarm is active
ECU (ECM) Data Fail Becomes active when no CANbus Inactive when:
data is received from the ECU after  CANbus data is being
the safety delay timer has expired received
 The set is at rest
During the starting sequence
before the safety delay timer has
expired
ECU (ECM) Power Used to switch an external relay to power the CANbus ECU (ECM). Exact
timing of this output is dependent upon the type of the engine ECU (ECM)
ECU (ECM) Shutdown Inactive when no Shutdown
The engine ECU (ECM) has indicated
alarm from the ECU (ECM) is
that a Shutdown alarm is present.
present
ECU (ECM) Stop Active when the DSE controller is requesting that the CANbus ECU (ECM)
stops the engine.
ECU (ECM) Warning The engine ECU (ECM) has indicated Inactive when no Warning alarm
that a Warning alarm is present. from the ECU (ECM) is present
ECU Pre-Heat Active when the ECU Pre-Heat is active
Emergency Stop Active when the Emergency Stop input has been activated
IEEE 37.2 – 5 Stopping Device
Energise To Stop Normally used to control an Energise Becomes inactive a configurable
to Stop solenoid, this output becomes amount of time after the set has
active when the controller wants the stopped. This is the ETS hold
set to stop running. time.
Fail To Start Becomes active if the set is not seen to be running after the configurable
IEEE 37.2 - 48 Incomplete number of start attempts
Sequence Relay
Fail To Stop If the set is still running a configurable amount of time after it has been
IEEE 37.2 - 48 Incomplete given the stop command, the output becomes active.
Sequence Relay This configurable amount of time is the Fail to Stop Timer.

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Fan Speed Low Active when the Fan Speed Low alarm input is active
Flexible Sensor A,B,C Low/High Active when the relevant flexible sensor alarm is active
– Alarm/Pre- Alarm
Fuel Filter Maintenance Indicates that the fuel filter maintenance alarm is due
Fuel Level High Alarm/Pre- Active when the relevant High Fuel Level alarm is active
Alarm
Fuel Level Low Alarm/Pre-Alarm Active when the relevant Low Fuel Level alarm is active
Fuel Pull in Coil Becomes active for the Fuel Pull Coil Becomes inactive when the Fuel
Duration amount of time when the Pull Coil Duration timer expires,
Fuel Relay output is energised. or when the Fuel Relay output is
de-energised.
Fuel Relay Becomes active when the controller Becomes inactive whenever the
requires the governor/fuel system to set is to be stopped, including
be active. between crank attempts, upon
controlled stops and upon fault
shutdowns.
Fuel Bund Level High Active when the Fuel Bund Level High Alarm input is active.
Gen Over Frequency Overshoot Becomes active when the Over Frequency Overshoot alarm is active
Alarm
IEEE 37.2 – 81 Frequency Relay
Generator At Rest Becomes active when the generator is at rest.
Generator Available Becomes active when the generator is Inactive when
available to take load.  Loading voltage and loading
frequency have not been
reached
 After electrical trip alarm
 During the starting
sequence before the end of
the warming timer.
Generator High Voltage Active when the High Voltage Shutdown / High Voltage Warning alarm is
Alarm/Warning active
IEEE 37.2 – 59 AC Overvoltage
Relay
Generator Low Voltage Alarm Active when the generator voltage falls Inactive when
IEEE 37.2 – 27 AC below the Under Voltage Alarm Trip • The set is stopped
Undervoltage Relay level • During starting sequence
before the safety delay time has
expired.
Generator Low Voltage Warning Active when the generator voltage falls Inactive when
below the Under Voltage Alarm Pre- • The set is stopped
Alarm level • During starting sequence
before the safety delay time has
expired.
Generator Over Frequency Active when the generator frequency exceeds the Over Frequency
Shutdown Shutdown Trip level.
IEEE 37.2 – 81 Frequency Relay
Generator Over Frequency Active when the generator frequency exceeds the Over Frequency Pre-
Warning Alarm Trip level.
Generator Under Frequency Active when the generator frequency drops below the Under Frequency
Shutdown Shutdown Trip level.
IEEE 37.2 – 81 Frequency Relay
Generator Under Frequency Active when the generator frequency drops below the Under Frequency
Warning Pre-Alarm Trip level.
HEST Active Active when the High Exhaust System Temperature CAN alarm is active
High Coolant Temperature Active when the Coolant Temperature exceeds the configured High
Shutdown Coolant Temperature Shutdown level
IEEE 37.2 – 26 Apparatus
Thermal Device
kW Overload Alarm Active when the measured kW are above the setting of the kW overload
alarm.
Used to give alarms on overload, control a dummy load switch or for load
shedding functionality.

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Low Oil Pressure Shutdown Active when the Oil Pressure falls Inactive when
IEEE 37.2 - 63 Pressure Switch below the Low Oil Pressure  The set is stopped
Shutdown setting  During starting sequence
before the safety delay time
has expired.
Main Config Selected Active when the main configuration is active
Mains High Frequency Active when the mains frequency exceeds the High Frequency setting
IEEE 37.2 -81 Frequency Relay
Mains High Voltage Active when the mains voltage exceeds the High Voltage setting
IEEE 37.2 – 59 AC Overvoltage
Relay
Mains Low Frequency Active when the mains frequency falls below the Low Frequency setting
IEEE 37.2 -81 Frequency Relay
Mains Low Voltage Active when the mains voltage falls below the Low Voltage setting
IEEE 37.2 – 27 AC
Undervoltage Relay
Oil Fitler Maintenance Active when the relevant maintenance alarm is due.
Oil Pressure Sender Open Active when the Oil Pressure Sensor is detected as being open circuit.
Circuit
Open Gen Output Used to control the load switching Inactive whenever the generator is
IEEE 37.2 – 52 AC Circuit device. Whenever the module required to be on load
Breaker selects the generator to be off load
this control source is activated.
Open Gen Output Pulse Used to control the load switching device. Whenever the module selects
IEEE 37.2 – 52 AC Circuit the generator to be off load this control source is activated for the duration
Breaker of the Breaker Open Pulse timer, after which it becomes inactive again.
Open Mains Output Used to control the load switching The output is inactive whenever the
IEEE 37.2 – 52 AC Circuit device. Whenever the module mains is required to be on load
Breaker selects the mains to be off load this
control source is activated.
Open Mains Output Pulse Used to control the load switching device. Whenever the module selects
IEEE 37.2 – 52 AC Circuit the mains to be off load this control source is activated for the duration of
Breaker the Breaker Open Pulse timer, after which it becomes inactive again.

Over Current Delayed Alarm Active when the Over Current Delayed alarm is active
Over Current Immediate Active when the Over Current Immediate Warning alarm is active
Warning
Over Speed Shutdown Active when the Over Speed Shutdown alarm is active
IEEE 37.2 – 12 Over Speed
Device
Over Speed Overshoot Alarm Active when the Over Speed Overshoot alarm is active
IEEE 37.2 – 12 Over Speed
Device
Preheat During Preheat Timer Becomes active when the preheat Inactive when :
timer begins.  The set is stopped
Normally used to control the engine  The preheat timer has expired
preheat glow-plugs.
Preheat Until End Of Cranking Becomes active when the preheat Inactive when :
timer begins.  The set is stopped
Normally used to control the engine  The set has reached crank
preheat glow-plugs. disconnect conditions
Preheat Until End Of Safety Becomes active when the preheat Inactive when :
Timer timer begins.  The set is stopped
Normally used to control the engine  The set has reached the end of
preheat glow-plugs. the safety delay timer
Preheat Until End of Warming Becomes active when the preheat Inactive when :
Timer timer begins.  The set is stopped
Normally used to control the engine  The set has reached the end of
preheat glow-plugs. the warming timer

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SCR Inducement Active when SCR Inducement CAN Alarm is active
Smoke Limiting Becomes active when the controller Becomes inactive when the
requests that the engine runs at idle controller requests that the engine
speed. runs at rated speed.
As an output, this is used to give a
signal to the Idle Speed Input on
the engine speed governor (if
available)
Start Relay Active when the controller requires the cranking of the engine.
IEEE 37.2 – 54 Turning Gear
Engaging Device
System in Auto Mode Active when Auto mode is selected
System in Manual Mode Active when Manual mode is selected
System in Stop Mode Active when Stop mode is selected
Temperature Sensor Open Active when the Temperature Sensor Open Circuit alarm is active
Circuit
Under Speed Shutdown Active when any of the Underspeed Shutdown or Electrical Trip alarms are
active
Waiting For Manual Restore Becomes active when the generator is on load and the mains supply is
healthy but an input configured to Manual Restore is active.
This is used to signal to an operator that action is required before the set
transfers back to the mains supply.
Water in Fuel Active when the Water in Fuel input is active, or when the module is
informed of the Water in Fuel CAN message from the ECU.

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2.6 TIMERS
Many timers are associated with alarms. Where this occurs, the timer for the alarm is located on the same page
as the alarm setting. Timers not associated with an alarm are located on the timers page.
The Timers page is subdivided into smaller sections. Select the required section with the mouse.

2.6.1 START TIMERS

Click and drag to change the setting.

Timers increment in steps of 1 second
up to one minute, then in steps of 30
seconds up to 30minutes, then in steps
of 30 minutes thereafter (where allowed
by the limits of the timer).

= Only applicable for the AMF module type

Timer Description
Mains Transient Delay Used to give a delay between sensing mains failure and acting upon it. This is used
to prevent dropouts of the mains load switch and operation of the system due to
mains supply transient conditions.
Start Delay The amount of time delay before starting in AUTO mode. This timer is activated
upon the Remote Start On Load/Off Load command being issued or a mains failure
detection.
Typically this timer is applied to prevent starting upon fleeting start signals.
Delay Crank The amount of time delay between the fuel relay and the crank relay energising.
This is typically used to allow fuel systems to prime.
Cranking The amount of time for each crank attempt
Cranking Rest The amount of time between multiple crank attempts.
Smoke Limiting The amount of time that the engine is requested to run at idle speed upon starting.
This is typically used to limit emissions at startup.
Smoke Limiting Off The amout of time that the engine takes to run up to rated speed after removal of
the command to run at idle speed. If this time is too short, the engine is stopped due
to an Underspeed alarm. If the time is too long, Underspeed protection is disabled
until the Smoke Limit Time Off time has expired.
DPF Ramp The amout of time that the engine takes to run up to rated speed after a DPF
session.

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Timer Description
Safety On Delay The amount of time at startup that the controller ignores oil pressure and engine
speed and other delayed alarms. This is used to allow the engine to run up to speed
before protections are activated.
Warming The amount of time the engine runs before being allowed to take load. This is used
to warm the engine to prevent excessive wear.
Fuel Pull in Coil The amount of time for the Fuel Pull in Coil output stay energised when the Fuel
Duration Relay output is energised.
ECU (ECM) Override The amount of time the CAN ECU Power stays energised when the Start button is
pressed in Stop mode.

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2.6.2 LOAD / STOPPING TIMERS

Click and drag to change the
setting.
Timers increment in steps of
1second up to one minute, then in
steps of 30seconds up to
30minutes, then in steps of
30minutes thereafter (where
allowed by the limits of the timer).

Respective digital outputs, when

configured, become energised after
the respective load delay timer
expires.

= Only applicable for the AMF module type

Timer Description
Transfer Delay The time between one load switch opening and the other closing. Used during
transfer to and from the generator.
Breaker Close Pulse The amount of time that Breaker Close Pulse signal is present when the request to
close the load switch is given.
Breaker Trip Pulse The amount of time that Breaker Open Pulse signal is present when the request to
open the load switch is given.
Delay Load Output 1, The time delay before energising the configured “Delayed Load” outputs.
2, 3 & 4 These outputs are used to control additional load breakers to provide five stage
loading. After the generator load switch is closed, the remaining four outputs are
closed after the configurable time delay. This allows for additional loads to be
energised in sequence, minimising the size of step loading of the generator
Return Delay A delay, used in auto mode only, that allows for short term removal of the request to
stop the set before action is taken. This is usually used to ensure the set remains
on load before accepting that the start request has been removed.
Cooling The amount of time that the set is made to run OFF LOAD before being stopped.
This is to allow the set to cool down and is particularly important for engines with
turbo chargers.
Cooling at Idle The amount of time the generator runs at an idle speed after the Cooling Time has
expired
ETS Solenoid Hold The amount of time the Energise to stop solenoid is kept energised after the engine
has come to rest. This is used to ensure the set has fully stopped before removal of
the stop solenoid control signal.
Fail To Stop Delay If the set is called to stop and is still running after the fail to stop delay, a Fail to
Stop alarm is generated.
Generator transient Used to delay the generator under/over volts/frequency alarms. Typically this is
Delay used to prevent spurious shutdown alarms caused by large changes in load levels.

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2.6.3 MODULE TIMERS

Timer Description
Backlight Power Save When the module is left unattended for the duration of the Backlight Power Save
Mode Delay Mode Delay time its LCD backlight turns off.
Pressing a control button when the LCD backlight is off, causes to turn the
backlight on again, and the module changes to the relevant button control mode.
And pressing an up/down button turns the backlight on again without changing
the screen page.
Power Save Mode Delay When the module is left unattended in STOP mode for the duration of the Power
Save Mode Delay it enters low power consumption mode (Power Save Mode).
Deep Sleep Delay When the module is in Power Save Mode, if left unattended for the duration of
the Deep Sleep Mode Delay timer it will enter a lower power consumption mode
(Deep Sleep Mode).
Page Delay If the module is left unattended for the duration of the Page Delay Timer it will
revert to show
the Status page.
Audible Alarm When an alarm is active on the module, this is the time duration during which the
Audible Alarm digital output is active. This is configurable when the Limit Audible
Alarm Duration option is enabled under Module Options.

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2.7 GENERATOR
The Generator section is subdivided into smaller sections.
Select the required section with the mouse.

2.7.1 GENERATOR OPTIONS

Select your AC system. A

schematic is shown below
with connection details from
the alternator to the module.

Parameter Description
Alternator Fitted  = There is no alternator in the system, it is an engine only application
 = An alternator is fitted to the engine, it is a generator application.
Poles The number of poles on the alternator
AC System
NOTE: For further information on the wiring for the different topologies,
please refer to the DSE module operator manual.

NOTE: This list is not exhaustive. DSE reserve the right to add to this list
as part of our policy of continual development.

Select the AC system topology from the list:

2 Phase, 3 Wire L1 - L2
2 Phase, 3 Wire L1 – L3
3 Phase, 3 Wire
3 Phase, 4 Wire
3 Phase, 4 Wire Delta
Single Phase, 2 Wire

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2.7.2 GENERATOR VOLTAGE

Click and drag to

change the setting.

Type the value or

click the up and
down arrows to
change the settings

Parameter Description
Generator Under Voltage  = Generator Under Volts does NOT give an alarm
Alarm  = Generator Under Volts gives an alarm in the event of the generator
IEEE 37.2 - 27AC output falling below the configured Under Volts Alarm Trip value for longer
Undervoltage Relay than the Activation Delay. The Undervolts Alarm Trip value is adjustable to
suit user requirements.
Generator Under Voltage Pre-  = Generator Under Volts does NOT give a warning alarm
Alarm  = Generator Under Volts gives a warning alarm in the event of the
IEEE 37.2 - 27AC generator output falling below the configured Under Volts Pre-Alarm Trip
Undervoltage Relay value for longer than the Activation Delay. The Undervolts Pre-Alarm Trip
value is adjustable to suit user requirements.
Loading Voltage This is the minimum voltage the generator must be operating at before the
module considers it available to take the load. It is also the voltage above
the under voltage trip that the generator output must return to before the
module considers that the supply is back within limits. (i.e. With an
undervolts trip of 184.0V and a loading voltage of 207.0V, the output voltage
must return to 207.0V following an under voltage event to be considered
within limits.)
Nominal Voltage This is used to calculate the percentages of the alarm setpoints.
Generator Over Voltage Pre-  = Alarm is disabled
Alarm  = Generator Over Volts gives a warning alarm in the event of the
IEEE 37.2 – 59 AC generator output voltage rising above the configured Over Volts Pre-Alarm
Overvoltage Relay Trip value for longer than the Activation Delay. The Warning is automatically
reset when the generator output voltage falls below the configured Return
level.
The Over Volts Pre-Alarm Trip value is adjustable to suit user requirements.
Generator Over Voltage  = Alarm is disabled
IEEE 37.2 – 59 AC  = Generator Over Volts gives a Shutdown alarm in the event of the
Overvoltage Relay generator output rising above the configured Over Volts Alarm Trip value for
longer than the Activation Delay. The Overvolts Alarm Trip value is
adjustable to suit user requirements.

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2.7.3 GENERATOR FREQUENCY

Click and drag to

change the setting.

Click to enable or
disable the alarms.
The relevant values
below appears
greyed out if the
alarm is disabled.

Parameter Description
Generator Under  = Generator Under Frequency does NOT give an alarm
Frequency Alarm  = Generator Under Frequency gives an alarm in the event of the generator
IEEE 37.2 -81 output frequency falling below the configured Under Frequency Alarm Trip value
Frequency Relay for longer than the Activation Delay. The Underfrequency Alarm Trip value is
adjustable to suit user requirements.
Generator Under  = Generator Under Frequency does NOT give a warning alarm
Frequency Pre-Alarm  = Generator Under Frequency gives a warning alarm in the event of the
IEEE 37.2 -81 generator output frequency falling below the configured Under Frequency Pre-
Frequency Relay Alarm Trip value for longer than the Activation Delay. The Under Frequency Pre-
Alarm Trip value is adjustable to suit user requirements.
Loading Frequency This is the minimum frequency the generator must be operating at, before the
module considers it available to take the load. It is also the frequency above the
under frequency trip that the generator output must return to before the module
considers that the supply is back within limits. (i.e. With an underfrequency trip of
42.0 Hz and a loading frequency of 45.0 Hz, the output frequency must return to
45.0 Hz following an under frequency event to be considered within limits.)
Nominal Frequency This is used to calculate the percentages of the alarm setpoints.
Generator Over  = Alarm is disabled
Frequency Pre-Alarm  = Generator Over Frequency gives a warning alarm in the event of the
IEEE 37.2 -81 generator output frequency rising above the configured Over frequency Pre-Alarm
Frequency Relay Trip value for longer than the Activation Delay. The Warning is automatically reset
when the generator output frequency falls below the configured Return level.
The Over Frequency Pre-Alarm Trip value is adjustable to suit user requirements.
Generator Over  = Alarm is disabled
Frequency Shutdown  = Generator Over Frequency gives a Shutdown alarm in the event of the
IEEE 37.2 -81 generator output rising above the configured Over Frequency Alarm Trip value for
Frequency Relay longer than the Activation Delay. The Over Frequency Alarm Trip value is
adjustable to suit user requirements.

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2.7.4 GENERATOR CURRENT

2.7.4.1 GENERATOR CURRENT OPTIONS

Parameter Description
CT Primary Primary rating of the three phase Current Transformers
CT Secondary Secondary rating of the Current Transformers
Full Load Rating This is the full load current rating of the alternator
CT Location Gen: The CTs are in the feed from the generator, the module provides current
instrumentation and protections when the generator is on load
Load: The CTs are in the feed to the load, the module provides current
instrumentation and protections when the generator is on load, and current
instrumentation when the mains is on load.

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2.7.4.2 OVERCURRENT ALARM

The overcurrent alarm combines an immediate warning trip level and a delayed overcurrent protection.

IMMEDIATE WARNING
IEEE 37.2 -50 instantaneous overcurrent relay

If the Immediate Warning is enabled, the controller generates a warning alarm as soon as the Trip level is
reached. The alarm automatically resets once the generator loading current falls below the Trip level (unless All
Warnings are latched is enabled). For further advice, consult the generator supplier.

DELAYED ALARM
IEEE 37.2 -51 AC time overcurrent relay (shutdown / electrical trip)

Parameter Description
Immediate Warning  = Alarm is disabled
 = Gives a warning alarm in the event of the generator current rising above the
configured Overcurrent Trip value.
The Warning is automatically reset when the generator current falls below the Trip
level.
The Overcurrent Trip value is adjustable to suit user requirements.
Delayed Alarm  = Alarm is disabled
 = An alarm activates in the event of the generator current rising above the
configured Overcurrent Trip value for longer than the Delay time.
The Overcurrent Trip value is adjustable to suit user requirements.
Delayed Alarm Action Select the type of alarm required from the list:
Electrical Trip
Shutdown
Warning
Delay The amount of time before the module activates the Overcurrent Alarm.
Trip Set the percentage of total load at which the Overcurrent Alarm is activated

2.7.4.3 OVERCURRENT ALARM

Parameter Description
Generator kW rating The generator kW rating must be set in order for the Generator Power functions to
be correctly utilised.

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2.7.4.4 OVERLOAD PROTECTION

Parameter Description
Overload Protection
NOTE: The Return level is only used when Warning action is selected, to
silence the Warning alarm when the KW level drops below the configured
Return level.
 = Overload Protection function is disabled.
 = kW Overload Alarm activated when the kW level exceeds the Trip level for the
configured Delay time.
Action Select the type of alarm required from the list:
Electrical Trip
Shutdown
Warning
Trip Set the percentage of total kW load at which the Overload Alarm is activated
Return
NOTE: Only applicable for the Warning.
Set the percentage of total kW load at which the Overload Warning Alarm is de-
activated when the KW load drops below.
Delay The amount of time before the module activates the Overload Alarm.

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2.8 MAINS

= Only applicable for the AMF module type

The Mains section is subdivided into smaller sections.

Select the required section with the mouse.

2.8.1 MAINS OPTIONS

When three phase loads

are present, it is usually
desirable to set this
parameter to  to enable
Immediate Mains

This is ‘read only’ for

information purposes.
The AC system is
configured in the
‘Generator Options’
page.

Parameter Description
Mains Failure  = The module ignores the status of the mains supply.
Detection  = The module monitors the mains supply and use this status for automatically starting
and stopping the set in auto mode.
Immediate Mains  = Upon mains failure, the mains load switch is kept closed until the generator is up to
Dropout speed and volts.
 = Upon mains failure, the mains load switch is opened immediately, subject to the
setting of the mains transient timer.
AC System
NOTE: For further information on the wiring for the different topologies,
please refer to the DSE module operator manual.

NOTE: This list is not exhaustive. DSE reserve the right to add to this list as
part of our policy of continual development.
These settings are used to detail the type of AC system to which the module is
connected:
2 Phase, 3 Wire L1 - L2
2 Phase, 3 Wire L1 – L3
3 Phase, 3 Wire
3 Phase, 4 Wire
3 Phase, 4 Wire Delta
Single Phase, 2 Wire

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Click to enable or
2.8.2 MAINS ALARMS disable the alarms.
The relevant values
below appears
greyed out if the
alarm is disabled.

Type the value or

click the up and
down arrows to
change the settings Click and drag to
change the setting.

Alarm IEEE designation

Mains Under Voltage  = Mains Under Voltage detection is disabled
IEEE 37.2 – 27 AC  = Mains Under Voltage gives an alarm in the event of the mains voltage falling
Undervoltage Relay below the configured Under Voltage Trip value. The Under Voltage Trip value is
adjustable to suit the application. The alarm is reset and the mains is considered
within limits when the mains voltage rises above the configured Under Voltage
Return level.
Mains Over Voltage  = Mains Over Voltage detection is disabled
IEEE 37.2 – 59 AC  = Mains Over Voltage gives an alarm in the event of the mains voltage rising
Overvoltage Relay above the configured Over Voltage Trip value. The Over Voltage Trip value is
adjustable to suit the application. The alarm is reset and the mains is considered
within limits when the mains voltage falls below the configured Over Voltage
Return level.
Mains Under Frequency  = Mains Under Frequency detection is disabled
IEEE 37.2 – 81 Frequency  = Mains Under Frequency gives an alarm in the event of the mains frequency
Relay falling below the configured Under Frequency Trip value. The Under Frequency
Trip value is adjustable to suit the application. The alarm is reset and the mains is
considered within limits when the mains frequency rises above the configured
Under Frequency Return level.
Mains Over Frequency  = Mains Over Frequency detection is disabled
IEEE 37.2 – 81 Frequency  = Mains Over Frequency gives an alarm in the event of the mains frequency
Relay rising above the configured Over Frequency Trip value. The Over Frequency Trip
value is adjustable to suit the application. The alarm is reset and the mains is
considered within limits when the mains frequency falls below the configured Over
Frequency Return level.

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2.9 ENGINE
The Engine section is subdivided into smaller sections.
Select the required section with the mouse.

2.9.1 ENGINE PROTECTION

Parameters detailed overleaf…

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2.9.1.1 WATER IN FUEL

Parameter Description
Water in Fuel Select the type of action when the Water In Fuel alarm occurs, after the Activation Delay
time.
Options are:
None
Electrical Trip
Shutdown
Warning
Arming Select when the Water In Fuel alarm becomes active:
Always: The Water In Fuel alarm state is always monitored
From Safety On: The alarm is monitored from the end of the Safety On Delay timer
From Starting: The alarm is only monitored from engaging the crank
Never: The alarm is disabled
When Stationary: The alarm is only monitored when the engine is not running

2.9.1.2 FUEL TANK BUND

Parameter Description
Fuel Tank Bund Select the type of action when the Fuel Tank Bund alarm occurs. Options are:
Electrical Trip
Shutdown
Warning

2.9.1.3 FAN SPEED LOW

Parameter Description
Fan Speed Low Select the type of action when the Fan Speed Low alarm occurs, after the Activation
Delay time.
Options are:
Electrical Trip
Shutdown
Warning
Arming Select when the Water In Fuel alarm becomes active:
Always: The Water In Fuel alarm state is always monitored
From Safety On: The alarm is monitored from the end of the Safety On Delay timer
From Starting: The alarm is only monitored from engaging the crank
Never: The alarm is disabled

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2.9.2 OIL PRESSURE

If a CAN Engine File is selected – Most engines give oil pressure over CAN link. In these cases, Analogue
Input A is configured as Flexible Analogue or Digital Input. Configuration of Flexible Analogue Inputs and Digital
Inputs is detailed elsewhere in this document.
Where the CAN engine does not support oil pressure over CAN link, Analogue input A is selectable as either
digital input or as analogue oil pressure sensor.

Click to edit the sensor

curve. See section
entitled Editing The
Sensor Curve.

Parameter Description
Input Type Select the sender curve from a pre-defined list or create a user-defined curve.
Sensor Open  = Alarm is disabled.
Circuit Alarm  = The Low Oil Pressure Open Circuit Alarm is active when the module detects an
open circuit when the sender is disconnected
Low Oil Pressure  = Alarm is disabled.
Alarms  = The Low Oil Pressure Shutdown Alarm is active when the measured oil pressure
drops below the configured Trip level.

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2.9.3 COOLANT TEMPERATURE

The Coolant Temperature section is subdivided into smaller sections.
Select the required section with the mouse.

2.9.3.1 COOLANT TEMPERATURE ALARMS

If a CAN Engine File is selected – Engines give temperature measurements from CAN link. Analogue Input B is
configured as Digital Input. Configuration is the same as for Digital Inputs, detailed elsewhere in this document.

Click to edit the sensor

curve. See section
entitled Editing The
Sensor Curve.

Parameter Description
Input Type Select the sender curve from a pre-defined list or create a user-defined curve.
Sensor Open  = Alarm is disabled.
Circuit Alarm  = The Coolant Temperature Open Circuit Alarm is active when the module detects an
open circuit when the sender is disconnected
High Coolant The High Coolant Temperature Shutdown Alarm is active when the measured coolant
Temperature Alarm temperature rises above the configured Trip level.

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2.9.3.2 COOLANT TEMPERATURE CONTROL

Parameter Description
Coolant Heater Control  = Coolant Heater Control function is disabled
 = The digital output configured to Coolant Heater Control is energised when the
engine coolant temperature falls below the configured On level.
This is designed to control an external engine heater.
When the coolant temperature rises above the configured Off level, the digital
output is de-energised.
Coolant Cooler Control  = Coolant Cooler Control function is disabled
 = The digital output configured to Coolant Cooler Control is energised when the
engine coolant temperature exceeds the configured On level.
This is designed to control an external engine cooling system, for instance an
additional cooling fan.
When the coolant temperature falls below the configured Off level, the digital
output is then de-energised.

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2.9.4 FUEL LEVEL

This section allows the configuration of the fuel level input.

Click to edit the ‘sensor

curve’. See section entitled
Editing The Sensor Curve.

Select the type of alarm

required. For details of
these, see the section
entitled Alarm Types
elsewhere in this
document.

Parameters detailed overleaf…

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2.9.4.1 FUEL LEVEL

Parameter Description
Input Type Select the sensor curve from a pre-defined list or create a user-defined curve.
Low Fuel Level  = Alarm is disabled.
Alarm  = The Low Fuel Level Alarm is active when the measured fuel level drops below the
Low Alarm setting for the configured Delay time.
Low Fuel Level  = Alarm is disabled.
Pre-Alarm  = The Low Fuel Level Pre-Alarm is active when the measured fuel level drops below
the Low Pre-Alarm Trip setting for the configured Delay time. The pre-alarm is
automatically reset when the fuel level exceeds the configured Low Pre-Alarm Return
setting.
High Fuel Level  = Alarm is disabled.
Pre-Alarm  = The High Fuel Level Pre-Alarm is active when the measured fuel level rises above
the High Pre-Alarm Trip setting for the configured Delay time. The pre-alarm is
automatically reset when the fuel level drops below the configured High Pre-Alarm
Return setting.
High Fuel Level  = Alarm is disabled.
Alarm  = The High Fuel Level Alarm is active when the measured fuel level rises above the
High Alarm setting for the configured Delay time.

2.9.4.2 FUEL LEVEL SWITCH

Parameter Description
Fuel Level Switch  = Alarm is disabled.
Enable  = The DSE module monitors the state of the Low Fuel Level Switch input to activate
the alarm.
Action Select the type of action when the Low Fuel Level Switch alarm occurs, after the
Activation Delay time.
Options are:
None
Electrical Trip
Shutdown
Warning
Arming Select when the Low Fuel Level Switch alarm becomes active:
Always: The Low Fuel Level Switch alarm state is always monitored
From Safety On: The alarm is monitored from the end of the Safety On Delay timer
From Starting: The alarm is only monitored from engaging the crank
Never: The alarm is disabled
When Stationary: The alarm is only monitored when the engine is not running

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2.9.5 ENGINE OPTIONS

To change these items,

visit the Module |
Application menu.

Disables speed control by the DSE

module. Useful when an external
device (ie remote speed
potentiometer) is used to control
engine speed.

2.9.5.1 ECU (ECM) OPTIONS

These options are greyed out if Conventional Engine is selected from the Application.

CAN Options Description

Module To Record Engine  = Engine Run Time is provided by the ECU
Hours  = The DSE module counts the Engine Run Time
Module To Use Engine  = Engine Speed is provided by the ECU
Speed  = The DSE module measures the Engine Speed
Module To Use Charge Alt  = Engine Run Time is provided by the ECU
Voltage  = The DSE module counts the Engine Run Time
Disable ECM Speed  = Engine Speed is controlled by the ECU, this disables the command from the
DSE module to run at nominal speed
 = The DSE module commands the ECU to run the engine at the configured
speed

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2.9.5.2 MISCELLANEOUS OPTIONS

NOTE: For a full list of the J1939-75 alarms and instrumentation, refer to DSE Publication: 057-260
DSE4500MKII Operator Manual which is found on our website: www.deepseaplc.com

Parameter Description
J1939-75 Instrumentation Allows the DSE module to be interrogated by another CAN device and transfer
Enable the generator set instrumentation over J1939 link.
J1939-75 Alarms Enable Allows the DSE module to be interrogated by another CAN device and transfer
the alarms over J1939 link.
CAN Source Address
(Instrumentation) NOTE: For a full list of the J1939-75 engine message and
instrumentation, refer to DSE Publication: 057-260 DSE4500 MKII Operator
Manual which is found on our website: www.deepseaplc.com

Set the CAN Source Address for the DSE module over which other CANbus
devices read the generator set instrumentation.

2.9.5.3 STARTUP OPTIONS

Parameter Description
Start Attempts The number of starting attempts the module makes.
If the module does not detect that the engine has fired before the end of the
Cranking Time, then the current start attempt is cancelled and the Crank Rest
time takes place before the next crank attempt begins.
If, after all configured start attempts, the engine is not detected as running, the
Fail to Start shutdown alarm is generated.

The engine is detected as running by checking all methods of Crank Disconnect.

For further details, see the section entitled Crank Disconnect elsewhere in this
document.

2.9.5.4 PRE-HEAT

NOTE: For this feature to have effect, configure a digital output for Pre-Heat.

NOTE: Depending on Engine Type configuration, this is controlled direct by the ECU (ECM).

Parameter Description
Enabled  = The Pre-Heat digital output is activated for the set Duration of time before cranking,
regardless of the Coolant Temperature value.
 = When the Coolant Temperature is below the configured On level, the Pre-Heat digital
output is activated for the set Duration of time before cranking.
On Set the coolant temperature below which the pre-heat is activated.
Duration Set the time delay during which the Pre-Heat digital output remains active before cranking

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2.9.5.5 POST-HEAT

NOTE: For this feature to have effect, configure a digital output for Pre-Heat.

NOTE: Depending on Engine Type configuration, this is controlled direct by the ECU (ECM).

Parameter Description
Enabled  = The Pre-Heat digital output is activated for the set Duration of time after cranking and
before the set is considered available, regardless of the Coolant Temperature value.
 = When the Coolant Temperature is below the configured On level, the Pre-Heat digital
output is activated for the set Duration of time after cranking and before the set is
considered available.
On Set the coolant temperature below which the pre-heat is activated.
Duration Set the time delay during which the Pre-Heat digital output remains active after cranking
and before the engine is considered available.

2.9.5.6 OVERSPEED OPTIONS

Parameter Description
Overspeed Overshoot % To prevent spurious overspeed alarms at engine start up, the module includes
configurable Overspeed Overshoot protection.
This allows the engine speed to ‘overshoot’ the Overspeed setting during the
starting process for a short time.
Overshoot Delay Rather than ‘inhibiting’ the Overspeed alarms, the levels are temporarily raised
by the Overspeed Overshoot % for the duration of the Overspeed Overshoot
delay from starting.

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2.9.6 ECU (ECM) OPTIONS

Parameter Description
DPF Regeneration Control Available for ECUs (ECM) which require the engine speed to drop during a
manual regeneration cycle. During this time, the generator is not available to
supply power and the under speed and under frequency alarms are not active.
SPN Ignore List Choose the specific SPN for the module to ignore. The module allows the
engine to keep running when the ignored SPN occurs; however, depending on
the severity, the engine shuts down based on the ECU (ECM) calibration.
This is used to mask certain indications or warnings on the ECU (ECM) and not
display them on the DSE module.
ECU Wakeup  = Option is disabled.
 = When the engine is stopped, the DSE module sends a wakeup signal to the
ECU (ECM) and keeps it powered up for 2 minutes to read the ECU (ECM)
parameters. This is periodically repeated depending on the configured Periodic
Wakeup Time.
Coolant Measurement
Persistance NOTE: Available only when ECU Wakeup is enabled.
 = Option is disabled.
 = The Coolant Temperature measurement is used for the Coolant
Temperature Control.
CAN Source Address
(Engine Messages) NOTE: For a full list of the J1939-75 engine message and
instrumentation, refer to DSE Publication: 057-260 DSE4500MKII
Operator Manual which is found on our website: www.deepseaplc.com

Set the CAN Source Address for the DSE module over which other CANbus
devices read the alarms.

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2.9.7 ECU (ECM) ALARMS

NOTE: This section is only available when the module is connected to an ECU.

The ECU (ECM) Alarms section is subdivided into smaller sections.

Select the required section with the mouse.

2.9.7.1 ECU (ECM) DATA FAIL

Parameter Description
CAN Data Fail Provides protection against failure of the ECU (ECM) CAN data link.

The alarm action list is as follows, see section entitled Alarm Types for more
information:
None
Electrical Trip
Shutdown
Warning
Arming Select when the CAN ECU (ECM) Data Fail alarm is active.

Options are as follows:

Engine Protection Activation: Active when the engine is running and all engine
protection (for example oil pressure and coolant temperature) are in a ‘healthy’ state.
From Safety On: Active only after the Safety On delay timer
From Starting: Active only after the Crank Relay is energised

NOTE: For further information about the arming, refer to the section
entitled Alarm Arming elsewhere in this document.
Activation Delay The amount of time before the module activates the CAN ECU (ECM) Data Fail after
a failure.

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2.9.7.2 DM1 SIGNALS

NOTE: Configuration of parameters in this section only has effect when the ECU (ECM) supports
these features.

NOTE: Configuration of the Alarm Action in this section defines the DSE module response to the
CAN message; however, the ECU (ECM) still shuts down the engine depending on the alarm severity.

DM1 signals are messages from the CAN (ECM) ECU. The following parameters allows configuration of how the
DSE module responds to these messages.

Select the alarm

action:
None,
Electrical Trip,
Shutdown,
or Warning

Select when the

alarm is active:
Always
From Safety On
From Starting
Never

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2.9.7.3 OTHER SPECIFIC SIGNALS

NOTE: Configuration of parameters in this section only has effect when the ECU (ECM) supports the
features.

Allows configuration of selected additional CAN messages from the engine ECU (ECM).

Select the alarm

action:
None,
Electrical Trip,
Shutdown,
or Warning

This alarm is
active when the Select when the
soot level reaches alarm is active:
the point where a Always
manual From Safety On
regeneration is From Starting
required

High Exhaust Stack

Temperature alarm
generated by the ECU

Diesel Exhaust Fluid

Level Low alarm
generated by the ECU

Selective Catalitic
Reduction Inducement
alarm generated by
the ECU

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2.9.8 GAS ENGINE OPTIONS

Parameter Description
Choke Timer Controls the amount of time that the Gas Choke output is active during the starting
sequence.
Gas On Delay Controls the amount of time between energising the Gas Ignition and energising the Fuel
output. Used in the starting sequence to purge old gas from the engine.
Ignition Off Delay Controls the amount of time between de-energising the Fuel output and de-energising the
Gas Ignition output. Used in the stopping sequence to purge unburnt gas from the engine
before it is stopped.

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2.9.9 CRANK DISCONNECT

Crank disconnect settings are used to detect when the set fires during the starting sequence.
As the set is cranked, the first parameter that passes it’s crank disconnect setting results in the cessation of the
cranking signal.

Having more than one crank disconnect source allows for a much faster crank disconnect response leading to
less wear on the engine and starter components, and provides added safety in case one source is lost, by a
blown or tripped fuse for example.

When Check Oil Pressure

Prior to Starting is enabled,
the cranking is not allowed if
the oil pressure is not seen
as being low. This is used as
a double check that the
engine is stopped before the
starter is engaged.

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2.9.10 SPEED SETTINGS

Parameter Description
Under Speed Alarm  = Under Speed alarm is disabled
 = Under Speed gives an alarm in the event of the engine speed falling
below the configured Under Speed Alarm Trip value for longer than the
Activation Delay. The Underspeed Alarm Trip value is adjustable to suit user
requirements.
Over Speed Alarm Over Speed gives a Shutdown alarm in the event of the engine speed rising
above the configured Over Speed Alarm Trip value for longer than the
Activation Delay. The Over Speed Alarm Trip value is adjustable to suit user
requirements.

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2.9.11 PLANT BATTERY

Click and drag to

change the setting.
Click to enable or
disable the option.
The relevant values
below appears
Type the value or
greyed out if the
click the up and
alarm is disabled.
down arrows to
change the settings

Parameter Description
Plant Battery Under The alarm activates when the battery voltage drops below the configured Pre-
Voltage Alarm level for the configured Delay time. When the battery voltage rises above
IEEE 37.2 -27 DC the configured Return level, the alarm is de-activated.
Undervoltage Relay
Plant Battery Over Voltage The alarm activates when the battery voltage rises above the configured Pre-
IEEE 37.2 -59 DC Alarm level for the configured Delay time. When the battery voltage drops below
Overvoltage Relay the configured Return level, the alarm is de-activated.
Charge Alternator Alarm The alarm activates when the charge alternator voltage falls below the
configured Trip level for the configured Delay time.
Charge Alternator Warning The alarm activates when the charge alternator voltage falls below the
configured Trip level for the configured Delay time.
Start on Low Battery  = Start on Low Battery is disabled.
 = Select to enable autostart upon the battery voltage falling to the threshold
level. The engine starts and run for the specified Engine Run Time. This occurs
only if the module is in AUTO mode
Start Delay Start delay timer for the Start on Low Battery function.

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2.10 SCHEDULER
The scheduler is used to automatically start the set at a configured day and time and run it for the configured
duration of hours.
The generator is made to run on load or off load depending upon the configuration :

Function Description
Enabled  = Scheduled runs are disabled
 = Scheduled runs are enabled based on the below settings.
Scheduled Runs Determines the loading state mode of the generator when running on schedule
 = The module runs the generator on schedule with the load switch open
 = The module runs the generator on schedule and closes the load switch
Schedule Period Determines the repeat interval for the scheduled run.
Options available are: Weekly, Monthly
Week Specifies the week of the month, on which the scheduled run takes place
Day Specifies the day of week, on which the scheduled run takes place
Start Time Determines at what time of day the scheduled run starts
Duration Determines the time duration in hours for the scheduled run
Clear Resets the values for the Day, Start Time and Duration to defaults

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2.11 MAINTENANCE ALARM

Click to enable or
disable the option.
The relevant values
below appears
greyed out if the
alarm is disabled.

Select the type of action

when the maintenance
alarm occurs. Options are:
Warning or Shutdown

Maintenance Alarm
occurs when the engine
has run for the specified
number of hours.

There are two ways to reset the maintenance alarm:

1) Activate a digital input configured to “Maintenance Reset Alarm”.
2) Use the SCADA | Maintenance | Maintenance Alarm section of this PC Software.
3) Through the Front Panel Editor of the module

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2.12 ALTERNATIVE CONFIGURATIONS

An Alternative Configuration is provided to allow the system designer to cater for different AC requirements
utilising the same generator system. Typically this feature is used by Rental Set Manufacturers where the set is
capable of being operated at (for instance) 120V 50Hz and 240V 50Hz using a selector switch.

The Alternative Configuration is selected using either:

 Configuration Suite Software (Selection for ‘Default Configuration’)

 Module Front Panel Editor
 Via external signal to the module input configured to “Alternative Configuration” select.

2.12.1 ALTERNATIVE CONFIGURATION OPTIONS

Select the ‘default’ configuration that is

used when there is no instruction to
use an ‘alternative configuration’.

2.12.2 ALTERNATIVE CONFIGURATION

The Alternative Configurations Editor allows for editing of the parameters that are to be changed when an
Alternative Configuration is selected.

Alternative configuration options contain a subset of the main configuration. The adjustable parameters are not
discussed here as they are identical to the main configuration options :

Configuration menus for the Alternative

Configuration.
For information about the configuration items
within this section, refer to their description in
the ‘main’ configuration.

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2.13 ADVANCED

2.13.1 CONFIGURABLE CAN INSTURMENTATION

The Configurable CAN Instrumentation section is subdivided into smaller sections.
Select the required section with the mouse.

2.13.2 RECEIVED INTRUMENTATION

This feature allows for up to ten custom engine CAN instrumentation items to be decoded from CAN messages
on the connected ECU port.

Parameter Description
Enabled
NOTE: The CAN instrumentation must already be available on the CAN bus. There
is no request for a non-standard instrumentation.

 = The CAN instrumentation is disabled.

 = The CAN instrumentation is enabled. Reading depends upon the message availability
on the bus.
On Module
NOTE: The CAN instrumentation is always available on the Scada as long as at
least one CAN instrumentation is enabled. The CAN instrumentation is shown on the
DSE45xx MKII module’s display when the On Module is enabled.

 = The CAN instrumentation is not displayed on the DSE45xx MKII module.

 = The CAN instrumentation is displayed on the DSE45xx MKII module.
Details Click on Details to set the Message Decoding CAN options.

Click on Details… to set the Message Decoding parameters.

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2.13.2.1 MESSAGE IDENTIFICATION

Parameter Description
Message Type Select the required message type:
11 Bit message identifier for standard CAN
29 Bit message identifier for externded CAN
Message ID CAN message ID
Enabled  = Timeout is disabled
 = Timeout is enabled
Timeout It indicates how often the messages are expected to be seen on the CAN bus. If no new
instrumentation is seen beyond the timeout period, the calculated instrumentation value
changes to a ‘bad data’ sentinel value.

2.13.2.2 DATA STRUCTURE

Parameter Description
Offset Byte Set the start position Byte
Offset Bit Set the start position Bit
Length (Bits) Data length 1-32 bits
Signed Value  = Unsigned value
 = Signed value

2.13.2.3 DISPLAY

Parameters detailed overleaf…

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Parameter Description
Decimal Places Display the decimal point. 0 represents 0 scaling factor, 1 represents 0.1 scaling factor, -1
represents 10 multiplier.
Suffix Unit display (example: m³/hr)
Smallest Raw The smallest data sent over the CAN bus before the transformations (decimal places).
Value
Maps To The output format after all transformations including decimal point shift) as to be shown on
the module screen, or SCADA, in data log file, etc.
Largest Raw The largest data sent over the CAN bus before the transformations (decimal places).
Value
Maps To The output format after all transformations including decimal point shift) as to be shown on
the module screen, or SCADA, in data log file, etc.

2.13.2.4 TEST

Parameter Description
Test Raw Value
NOTE: The Test Raw Value is not saved in the configuration, this is only to check
the displayed value.

This is a test case to check the representation of the Raw Value when they are
complicated. Test Raw Value is the value read from the CAN bus before the
transformation
Displayed Value The Test Raw Values’s represented value as to be shown on the DSE61xx MKII’s screen,
or in the Scada.

2.13.3 TRANSMITTED INSTRUMENTATION

The DSE45xx MKII module allows transmitting up to five instruments over the CANbus on the ECU port by
specifying the source address (message ID) of the selected Instrument.

Parameters detailed overleaf…

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Parameter Description
Enabled  = The Transmit CAN instrumentation is disabled.
 = The Transmit CAN instrumentation is enabled.
Source Select the instrument to be created over the CAN.
Details Click on Details to set the Message Encoding CAN options.

Click on Details… to set the Message Encoding parameters.

2.13.3.1 MESSAGE IDENTIFICATION

Parameter Description
Message Type Select the required message type to transmit:
11 Bit message identifier for standard CAN
29 Bit message identifier for externded CAN
Message ID CAN message ID
Transmit Rate The rate at which the CAN Instrument is transmitted over the CANbus.

2.13.3.2 DATA STRUCTURE

Parameter Description
Offset Byte Set the start position Byte
Offset Bit Set the start position Bit
Length (Bits) Data length 1-32 bits
Signed Value  = Transmit unsigned value
 = Transmit signed value

Continued Overleaf..

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2.13.3.3 MAPPING

Parameter Description
Smallest Source The smallest instrument value before being sent over the CAN bus.
Value
Maps To The transmitted format for the Smallest Source Value.
Largest Source The largest instrument value before being sent over the CAN bus.
Value
Maps To The transmitted format for the Largest Source Value.

2.13.3.4 TEST

Parameter Description
Source Value
NOTE: The Source Value is not transmitted over the CANbus, this is only to
check the encoded value.

This is a test case to check the representation of the Source Value when they are
complicated. Source Value is the instrument value before being encoded.
Mapped Value The Mapped Value represents the transmitted Source value.

2.13.4 CONFIGURABLE CAN INSTRUMENTATION EXPORT/IMPORT

This feature is used to import the Configurable CAN Instrumentation settings in another DSE61xx MKII module.

Parameter Description
Export This allows the configuration settings of all Configurable CAN Instrumentation (Received &
Transmited) into one XML file.
Import This allows to import an existing configuration settings of all Configurable CAN
Instrumentation saved in XML format.

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3 SCADA
SCADA stands for Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition and is provided both as a service tool and also
as a means of monitoring / controlling the generator set.
As a service tool, the SCADA pages are to check the operation of the controller’s inputs and outputs as well
as checking the generators operating parameters.

Click to open the connection to the module. If

no module is connected, the SCADA opens to
show the screens for the type of module
currently open in the configuration.

When connection is made…

Click to close the
connection to the module

The Module’s firmware

revision number

The SCADA page is subdivided into smaller sections.

Select the required section with the mouse.

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3.1 MIMIC
This screen provides a mimic of the control module and allows the operator to change the control mode of the
module.

Click the mimic buttons to

control the module remotely
Hint : Buttons may not operate
if this has been locked out by
the Access Permissions
security feature of the
Configuration Suite Software.
Refer to your system supplier
for details.

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3.2 DIGITAL INPUTS

State of the input

(open or closed to
battery negative)

Shows if the digital input

is active or not.

3.3 DIGITAL OUTPUTS

State of the output

(open or closed)

Shows if the output

channel is active or not.

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3.4 MAINS

AMF MODULE TYPE ONLY

Shows the modules measurements of the mains supply.

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3.5 GENERATOR
Shows the modules measurements of the generator parameters.

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3.6 POWER
Shows the modules measurements of the generator power parameters.

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3.7 ENGINE
Shows the modules measurements of the engine parameters.

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3.8 FLEXIBLE SENSOR

Shows the measurement of the Flexible Sensor (If configured)

3.9 CONFIGURABLE CAN INSTRUMENTATION

Shows the module’s readings of the configured CAN Instrumentation. This is only available if the module is
configured for Configurable CAN Instrumentation, the Enhanced Canbus option is enabled, and the message
is available over the relevant configured CAN bus.

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3.10 ALARMS
Shows any present alarm conditions.

3.11 STATUS
Shows the module’s current status.

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3.12 EVENT LOG

Shows the contents of the module’s event log.

3.13 ENHANCED CANBUS

Shows the ECU (ECM) Enhanced CANbus parameters.

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3.14 MAINTENANCE
The Maintenance section is subdivided into smaller sections.
Select the required section with the mouse.

3.14.1 MAINTENANCE ALARM RESET

Reset the maintenance

alarm based upon the
module’s configuration.

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3.14.2 HOURS RUN AND NUMBER OF STARTS

This section allows the Hours Run and Number of Starts to be customised on the controller.
Typically, this is used when fitting a new controller to an older generator so that the controller display matches
the amount of work previously done by the system.

Click to perform the

adjustment in the module.
Note that this is not visible on
the module itself. It is
included in the PC SCADA
for diagnostic purposes.

3.14.3 DATE AND TIME

This section allows the day and time to be set and changed on the controller.

Display of the
module’s current
date and time

Type the new date /

time or click the up
and down arrows to
change the settings

Click Set to adjust the

module to the
selected date/time.

Click Set to adjust

the module to the
date/time that
your PC is set to.

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3.14.4 ACCUMULATED INSTRUMENTATION

Allows the user to view or change the module’s accumulated instrumentation.

3.14.5 DPF REGENERATION

The DPF Forced Regeneration is controlled when the Electronic Engine supports the Non-mission DPF
Regeneration.

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3.14.6 MODULE PIN

NOTE : If the PIN is lost or forgotten, it is no more possible to access the module!

Allows a PIN (Personal Identification Number) to be set in the controller. This PIN must be entered to either
access the front panel configuration editor or before a configuration file can be sent to the controller from the
PC software.

Enter the desired PIN

number and reconfirm.

Click to set the

PIN number in
the module.

3.14.7 LCD CONTRAST

Allows adjustment of the module’s LCD contrast setting.

Click and drag to change the

contrast, then click ‘Set’ to
store permanently in the
module..

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4 ALARM TYPES
The protection included with the DSE control modules provides increasing levels of notification, depending upon
the severity of the situation:

Alarm type Description

Indication No audible alarm or common warning signal occurs.
Indication alarms are only used to illuminate indicators or to activate outputs.
Warning Audible alarm and common alarm signal is generated. The set continues to
run.
Warning alarms are used to draw the operator’s attention to a minor issue or
to a problem that may escalate to an Electrical Trip or Shutdown Alarm if left
untreated.
Electrical Trip Audible alarm and common alarm signal is generated. The set is taken off
load and the cooling timer begins, after which the set is stopped.
Electrical Trip alarms are series issues that require the set to be taken off
load. As the name implies, this is often electrical faults that occur ‘after’ the
load switch. The set is allowed to cool before stopping.
Shutdown Audible alarm and common alarm signal is generated. The set is taken off
load and immediately stopped.
Shutdown alarms are serious issues that demand immediate stopping of the
generator. For instance Emergency Stop or Overspeed alarms require
immediate shutdown.

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5 ALARM ARMING
The protections on the DSE module are active during their configured Alarm Arming setting. The table below shows the timing segment for the different Alarm Arming options
with regards to the the generator status.

Start Safety Smoke Smoke Warming Gen Available/ Cooling in

Timing Segment Stopped Delay Preheat Cranking Delay Limiting Limiting Off Up Gen On Load Cooling Idle
Always
From Starting
From Safety On
Engine Protection
Overfrequency /
Overspeed
Overshoot

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5.1 ALWAYS
The protection is always active on the controller. This is used to constantly monitor statuses such as a fuel level
switch irrespective of the engine running state.

5.2 FROM STARTING

The protection is active from the beginning of engine cranking, until the engine stops.

5.3 FROM SAFETY ON

The protection is active when the set is running at nominal speed, until the engine stops.

5.4 ENGINE PROTECTION

The protection is active when the engine is running and all engine protection (for example oil pressure and
coolant temperature) are in a ‘healthy’ state.
Oil Pressure Warning
Oil Pressure Shutdown
Oil Pressure Open Circuit (CANbus engine)
High Coolant Temperature Warning
High Coolant Temperature Shutdown
High Coolant Temperature Electrical Trip
High Coolant Temperature Open circuit (CANbus engine)
CAN ECU Warning
CAN ECU Shutdown

5.5 OVERSHOOT
Active during the Safety Delay timer, this allows for a temporary raise of the overspeed/overfrequency
trip points during start-up.

Protection Level Over Frequency Trip Level Over Speed Trip Level
Immediate Shutdown Over Frequency + Overshoot % Over Speed + Overshoot %
Delayed Shutdown Over Frequency Over Speed
(Overspeed Overshoot Delay)

Example

57 Hz Over Frequency setting, 10% Overspeed Overshoot

During Safety Delay a generator frequency above (57 Hz x 1.1) = 62.7 Hz results in an immediate shutdown
without delay.
After Safety delay, a generator frequency above 57 Hz for the period of the Generator Transient Delay results in
a shutdown.

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