Product Manual 37807

(Revision NEW)
Original Instructions

723 Generator Control

8280-576/-577

Application and Hardware Manual

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Contents

WARNINGS AND NOTICES .......................................................................... III 

ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE AWARENESS ................................................IV 
CHAPTER 1. GENERAL INFORMATION......................................................... 1 
Introduction .......................................................................................................... 1 
Application ........................................................................................................... 1 
CHAPTER 2. 723 DCS INSTALLATION ........................................................ 2 
Declaration of Incorporation ................................................................................ 2 
723 Digital Speed Control Accessories ............................................................... 2 
723 Control Specifications ................................................................................... 2 
Location Considerations ...................................................................................... 3 
Internal Jumpers .................................................................................................. 5 
Electrical Connections ......................................................................................... 5 
CHAPTER 3. SYSTEM DESCRIPTION ......................................................... 16 
Engine Speed .................................................................................................... 16 
Speed Control & Synchronising ......................................................................... 17 
Droop Control .................................................................................................... 18 
Isochronous Load Sharing ................................................................................. 19 
MW Control ........................................................................................................ 20 
Operating Modes ............................................................................................... 21 
Limiters & Load Rejection .................................................................................. 21 
PID Control & Actuator Output .......................................................................... 22 
Run/Stop & Alarms ............................................................................................ 23 
Modbus Communications & Control .................................................................. 24 
DSLC ................................................................................................................. 24 
Analogue Outputs .............................................................................................. 24 
Control Options .................................................................................................. 25 
Operator Interface.............................................................................................. 25 
CHAPTER 4. CONFIGURE/SERVICE VALUE LIST ........................................ 26 
Introduction ........................................................................................................ 26 
Configure & Service Descriptions ...................................................................... 33 
Modbus Communications Address List ............................................................. 50 
CHAPTER 5. APPLICATION PROGRAMMING............................................... 52 
Graphical Application Programmer .................................................................... 52 
Run Time Performance...................................................................................... 52 
System Support and Modification ...................................................................... 53 
GAP Process/Logic Blocks ................................................................................ 53 
CHAPTER 6. POWER MANAGEMENT NETWORK ........................................ 54 
Network Architecture ......................................................................................... 54 
Hardware ........................................................................................................... 54 
CHAPTER 7. MODBUS COMMUNICATION ................................................... 57 
CHAPTER 8. SET POINT PROGRAMMING................................................... 61 
Introduction ........................................................................................................ 61 
Hand Held Programmer and Menus .................................................................. 61 
Hand Held Programmer Keys ............................................................................ 61 
Service Menus ................................................................................................... 62 

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Contents

CHAPTER 9. PRODUCT SUPPORT AND SERVICE OPTIONS ......................... 67 

Product Support Options .................................................................................... 67 
Product Service Options..................................................................................... 67 
Returning Equipment for Repair ......................................................................... 68 
Replacement Parts ............................................................................................. 68 
Engineering Services ......................................................................................... 69 
Contacting Woodward’s Support Organization .................................................. 69 
Technical Assistance .......................................................................................... 70 

Illustrations and Tables

Figure 2-1. 723 Digital Speed Control .................................................................. 4 

Figure 2-2. 723 Control Internal Jumpers ............................................................ 6 
Figure 2-3. RS-422 Terminator Locations .......................................................... 10 
Figure 2-4. RS-485 Terminator Locations .......................................................... 10 
Figure 2-5. 723 RS-232 Connection .................................................................. 11 
Figure 2-6. 723 RS-422 Connections with Optional Termination at Receiver ... 11 
Figure 2-7. 723 RS-485 Connections with Optional Termination....................... 11 
Figure 2-8. 723 RS-422 Connections with Optional Termination at Transmitter11 
Figure 2-9. Preferred Multipoint Wiring using Shielded Twisted-pair Cable with
Separate Signal Ground Wire ........................................................ 12 
Figure 2-10. Alternate Multipoint Wiring using Shielded Twisted-pair Cable
without a Separate Signal Ground Wire ........................................ 12 
Figure 2-11. 723 Wiring Notes ........................................................................... 13 
Figure 2-12. 723 Wiring ...................................................................................... 14 
Figure 6-1. Direct Wired Network ....................................................................... 54 
Figure 6-2. Network Wired Via Stubs ................................................................. 55 
Figure 6-3. Typical LON Set-up.......................................................................... 56 
Figure 7-1. Modbus Function Codes .................................................................. 58 
Figure 8-1. Hand Held Programmer Functions .................................................. 62 

Table 5-1. Process/Logic Program Blocks Examples ........................................ 53 

Table 7-1. Modbus Transmission Modes ........................................................... 57 
Table 7-2. Modbus Frame Definition .................................................................. 58 
Table 7-3. Modbus Function Codes ................................................................... 58 
Table 7-4. Modbus Slave Exception Error Codes .............................................. 59 
Table 7-5. Modbus Master Exception Error Codes ............................................ 59 
Table 7-6. Modbus Messages ............................................................................ 59 
Table 7-7. Communication Port Adjustments..................................................... 59 

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Warnings and Notices

Important Definitions
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential
personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this
symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
 DANGER—Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result
in death or serious injury.
 WARNING—Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
 CAUTION—Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in minor or moderate injury.
 NOTICE—Indicates a hazard that could result in property damage only
(including damage to the control).
 IMPORTANT—Designates an operating tip or maintenance suggestion.

The engine, turbine, or other type of prime mover should be

equipped with an overspeed shutdown device to protect against
runaway or damage to the prime mover with possible personal injury,
Overspeed / loss of life, or property damage.
Overtemperature / The overspeed shutdown device must be totally independent of the
Overpressure prime mover control system. An overtemperature or overpressure
shutdown device may also be needed for safety, as appropriate.

The products described in this publication may present risks that

could lead to personal injury, loss of life, or property damage. Always
wear the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) for the job
Personal Protective at hand. Equipment that should be considered includes but is not
limited to:
Equipment
 Eye Protection
 Hearing Protection
 Hard Hat
 Gloves
 Safety Boots
 Respirator
Always read the proper Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for any
working fluid(s) and comply with recommended safety equipment.

Be prepared to make an emergency shutdown when starting the

engine, turbine, or other type of prime mover, to protect against
runaway or overspeed with possible personal injury, loss of life, or
Start-up property damage.

On- and off-highway Mobile Applications: Unless Woodward's control

functions as the supervisory control, customer should install a
system totally independent of the prime mover control system that
Automotive monitors for supervisory control of engine (and takes appropriate
action if supervisory control is lost) to protect against loss of engine
Applications
control with possible personal injury, loss of life, or property damage.

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To prevent damage to a control system that uses an alternator or

battery-charging device, make sure the charging device is turned off
before disconnecting the battery from the system.
Battery Charging
Device

Electrostatic Discharge Awareness

Electronic controls contain static-sensitive parts. Observe the
following precautions to prevent damage to these parts:
 Discharge body static before handling the control (with power to
the control turned off, contact a grounded surface and maintain
Electrostatic contact while handling the control).
Precautions  Avoid all plastic, vinyl, and Styrofoam (except antistatic versions)
around printed circuit boards.
 Do not touch the components or conductors on a printed circuit
board with your hands or with conductive devices.
To prevent damage to electronic components caused by improper
handling, read and observe the precautions in Woodward manual
82715, Guide for Handling and Protection of Electronic Controls,
Printed Circuit Boards, and Modules.

Follow these precautions when working with or near the control.

1. Avoid the build-up of static electricity on your body by not wearing clothing
made of synthetic materials. Wear cotton or cotton-blend materials as
much as possible because these do not store static electric charges as
much as synthetics.
2. Do not remove the printed circuit board (PCB) from the control cabinet
unless absolutely necessary. If you must remove the PCB from the control
cabinet, follow these precautions:
 Do not touch any part of the PCB except the edges.
 Do not touch the electrical conductors, the connectors, or the
components with conductive devices or with your hands.
 When replacing a PCB, keep the new PCB in the plastic antistatic
protective bag it comes in until you are ready to install it. Immediately
after removing the old PCB from the control cabinet, place it in the
antistatic protective bag.

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Chapter 1.
General Information

Introduction
This manual describes the 723 Generator Control, part numbers 8280-576/-577
(High & Low Voltage Control).

Application
The control is intended for use in a variety of generator applications; for
auxiliary generators and diesel electric propulsion in the marine market, and for
island mode systems and for base loading against an infinite bus in the Power
Plant market.

The MW Control mode is especially useful for applications where the grid is
weak and large frequency excursions are expected. Under these
circumstances, operating in droop mode is not practical, as large variations in
load would be experienced, due to frequency shifts of the grid. In MW control,
the speed of the engine is maintained by the grid, and the load on the generator
remains constant throughout the frequency excursion.

Three modes of operation are available:

 Droop control based on a 4–20 mA MW Transducer input, or the actuator
position.
 Isochronous load sharing with soft loading/unloading, and automatic
generator breaker open command once the engine has unloaded.
 MW control with soft loading/unloading, and automatic generator breaker
open command once the engine has unloaded. The reference may be
adjusted locally (Increase/Decrease contacts) or remotely (analogue
reference – 4–20 mA or Modbus® *).
*—Modbus is a trademark of Schneider Automation Inc.

Start and maximum fuel limiters are provided. A load limiter, enabled during KW
control, will provide load de-rating during frequency excursions. Additional
protection is offered to open the Grid Breaker or the Generator Breaker, should
the frequency excursion become too large.

The control can be adjusted/biased for synchronising the generator to the bus
by means of the Increase/Decrease contacts, or by the input provided for a
Woodward Unit Synchroniser (SPM-A or DSLC™ — Digital Synchroniser &
Load Control). The control may also be used for synchronising to the grid using
the second synchroniser input (System Synchroniser), for an SPM-A or DSLC.

One LON connection of the 723 may be connected to a DSLC, so that all of the
generator parameters may be monitored within the 723, and then also via the
Modbus.

One serial port (J3) is available for Modbus communications using RS-232,
RS-422, or RS-485. Engine and generator parameters can be monitored, and
certain control functions sent to the control via the Modbus.

4–20 mA outputs are available for monitoring various control parameters.

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Chapter 2.
723 DCS Installation

Declaration of Incorporation
In accordance with the EMC directive 89/336/EEC and its amendments, this
controlling device, manufactured by the Woodward Governor Company, is
applied solely as a component to be incorporated into an engine prime mover
system. Woodward Governor declares that this controlling device complies with
the requirements of EN50081-2 and EN50082-2 when put into service per the
installation and operating instructions outlined in the product manual.

NOTICE—This controlling device is intended to be put into service only upon

incorporation into an engine prime mover system that itself has met the
requirements of the above Directive and bears the CE mark.

723 Digital Speed Control Accessories

Hand Held Programmer (Figure 2-2), part number 9907-205, is used for
adjusting the 723 control set points/parameters. It plugs into the serial port of
the control.

Digital Synchroniser & Load Control (DSLC™) for synchronising the generator
phase & voltage to that of the power bus. The DSLC also provides dead bus
closure facility and has real power load sensing using harmonic filtering
algorithms (DSLC manual 02007).

SPM-A Synchroniser (9907-028 [without voltage matching] & 9907-029 [with

voltage matching]) for synchronising the generator phase to that of the power
bus. The synchroniser generates a generator breaker closure command to
connect the unit in with the power bus.

Real Power Sensor (MW Transducer) for generator load monitoring (part
number 8272-394).

723 Control Specifications

Part Numbers
8280-576 High Voltage Control
8280-577 Low Voltage Control
9907-205 Hand Held Programmer

Power Supply Rating

18–40 Vdc (24 or 32 Vdc nominal)
90–150 Vdc (125 Vdc nominal)

Power Consumption
40 W nominal

Steady State Speed Band

Magnetic pickup: 400–15 000 Hz
Proximity switch: 7.5–1000 Hz

Digital Inputs (8)

8 mA at 24 Vdc

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Analogue Inputs (4)
4–20 mA or 1-5 Vdc

Analogue Outputs (3)

4–20 mA or 0–1 mA to meter or computer (2)
20–160 mA or 4–20 mA (1)

Actuator Output (1)

20–160 mA or 4–20 mA

Programmer Communication Port (J1)

RS-422, 9-pin D connector, 1200 baud, full duplex

Communication Ports (J2 & J3)

RS-232, RS-422, or RS-485, 9-pin D connector, 1200 to 38400 baud, full duplex

Ambient Operating Temperature

–40 to +70 °C (–40 to +158 °F)

Storage Temperature
–55 to +105 °C (–67 to +221 °F)

Humidity
95% at 38 °C

EMI/RFI Susceptibility
US MIL-STD 461C (Parts 5 & 9)

Humidity
US MIL-STD 810D, Method 507.2, Procedure III

Mechanical Vibration
24–2000 Hz swept sine, 2.5 Gs constant acceleration, resonant dwells —
1 million cycles, total time—6 hours/axis

Mechanical Shock
US MIL-STD 810C, Method 526.2, Procedure I (basic design test). Procedure II
(transit drop test, packaged). Procedure V (bench handling).

Salt Spray
ASTM B 117-73

Location Considerations
 Consider these requirements when selecting the mounting location:
 Adequate ventilation for cooling;
 Space for servicing and repair;
 Protection from direct exposure to water or to a condensation-prone
environment;
 Proximity to high-voltage or high-current devices, or devices which produce
electromagnetic interference;
 Avoidance of vibration;
 Selection of a location that will provide an operating temperature range of
40 to +70 °C (40 to +158 °F).

The control must NOT be mounted on the engine.

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Figure 2-1. 723 Digital Speed Control

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Internal Jumpers
The 723 control has ten, two-position internal jumpers (JPR1 through JPR20)
located on the top of the printed circuit board. If it is necessary to change any
jumper to match the control requirements, and suits the nature of the software,
be sure to read Electrostatic Discharge Awareness (page iii).

Ensure that the power to the control is switched off, before removing the cover.
Using a small pair of tweezers, carefully remove the appropriate jumper and
replace it securely over the proper two connectors (see Figure 2-2).

The jumper connections are listed:

JPR10 analogue output #1 0–1 mA

* JPR9 analogue output #1 0–20 mA

JPR12 analogue output #2 0–1 mA

* JPR11 analogue output #2 0–20 mA

JPR13 & JPR2 analogue output #3 0–200 mA, single

* JPR13 & JPR1 analogue output #3 0–20 mA, single
JPR14 & JPR2 analogue output #3 0–160 mA, tandem

* JPR15 & JPR3 actuator output 0–200 mA, single

JPR15 & JPR4 actuator output 0–20 mA, single

JPR16 & JPR3 actuator output 0–160 mA, tandem

JPR5 & JPR17 speed sensor #1 proximity switch

* JPR6 & JPR18 speed sensor #1 magnetic pickup

JPR7 & JPR20 speed sensor #2 proximity switch

* JPR8 & JPR19 speed sensor #2 magnetic pickup

*—default jumper settings

Electrical Connections
Shielded Wiring
All shielded cable must be twisted conductor pairs. Do not attempt to tin the
braided shield. All signal lines should be shielded to prevent picking up stray
signals from adjacent equipment. Connect the shields to the nearest chassis
ground. Wire exposed beyond the shield should be as short as possible, not
exceeding 50 mm (2 inches). The other end of the shields must be left open and
insulated from any other conductor. DO NOT run shielded signal wires along
with other wires carrying large currents. See Woodward application note 50532,
EMI Control in Electronic Governing Systems for more information.

Where shielded cable is required, cut the cable to the desired length and
prepare the cable as instructed below.

1. Strip outer insulation from BOTH ENDS, exposing the braided or spiral
wrapped shield. DO NOT CUT THE SHIELD.

2. Using a sharp, pointed tool, carefully spread the strands of the shield.

3. Pull inner conductor(s) out of the shield. If the shield is the braided type,
twist it to prevent fraying.

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Figure 2-2. 723 Control Internal Jumpers

4. Remove 6 mm (1/4 inch) of insulation from the inner conductors.

Installations with severe electromagnetic interference (EMI) may require

additional shielding precautions. Contact Woodward Governor Company for
more information.

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Power Supply (Terminals 1/2)

Power supply output must be low impedance (for example, directly from
batteries). DO NOT power the control from high-voltage sources with resistors
and zener diodes in series with the control power input. The 723 control
contains a switching power supply which requires a current surge (around 1
Amp) to start properly.

To prevent damage to the control, do not power a low-voltage control

from high-voltage sources, and do not power any control from high-
voltage sources with resistors and zener diodes in series with the
power input.

Run the power leads directly from the power source to the control. DO NOT
POWER OTHER DEVICES WITH LEADS COMMON TO THE CONTROL.
Avoid long wire lengths. Connect the positive (line) to terminal 1 and negative
(common) to terminal 2. A protection device such as a fuse or MCB (rated 4
Amps for low voltage control and 2 Amps for the High- Voltage control) should
be connected to prevent damage to the control. If the power source is a battery,
be sure the system includes an alternator or other battery-charging device.

If possible, do NOT turn off control power as part of a normal shutdown

procedure. Leave the control powered except for service of the system and
extended periods of disuse.

Do NOT apply power to the control at this time. Applying power may
damage the control.

To prevent damage to the engine, apply power to the 723 control at

least twenty five (25) seconds prior to starting the engine. The
control must have time to complete its power up diagnostics and
become operational. Do not start the engine unless both the green
POWER OK and CPU OK indicators on the 723 control cover come
on, because test failure turns off the output of the control.

Digital Relay Outputs

Major Alarm (Terminals 3 & 4)
Minor Alarm/Open Grid Breaker Command (Terminals 5 & 6)
Generator Breaker Open Command (Terminals 7 & 8)

Contact ratings for minimum 100 000 operations:

resistive - 2.0 A at 28 Vdc, 0.1 A at 115 Vac 50 to 400 Hz
inductive - 0.75 A at 28 Vdc 0.2 Henry

Load Sharing Lines Input (Terminals 9/10)

Connect the load sharing lines directly to those of another 723 of the same
designation, or to the appropriate terminals of another Woodward unit, for
isochronous load sharing. Use a shielded twisted-pair cable. The shield should
be connected continuously between controls, and grounded at one end only.

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Speed Signal Inputs (Terminals 11/12 and 13/14)

Connect a magnetic pickup (MPU) to terminals 11 and 12 (speed sensor #1). If
required, connect a second MPU/proximity switch to terminals 13 and 14 (speed
sensor #2). Use shielded wire for all speed sensor connections. Connect the
shield to the chassis. Make sure the shield has continuity the entire distance to
the speed sensor, and make sure the shield is insulated from all other conducting
surfaces.

The number of gear teeth is used by the control to convert pulses from
the speed sensing device to engine rpm. To prevent possible serious
injury from an overspeeding engine, make sure the control is properly
programmed to convert the gear-tooth count into engine rpm.
Improper conversion could cause engine overspeed.

Analogue Outputs (Terminals 15/16, 17/18, 19/20)

Actuator Position
Engine Speed
Engine Load
KW Reference
Speed Input #1
Speed Input #2

Use shielded twisted-pair wires to connect to terminals 15(+) & 16(–), 17(+) &
18(–), and 19(+) & 20(–). For an electrically isolated input device such as a 4 to
20 mA input analogue meter, the shield should be grounded at the control end
of the cable. For input to other devices, use the recommendation of the device
manufacturer.

The analogue outputs will drive 4–20 mA at 600 ohms maximum.

To prevent possible damage to the control or poor control

performance resulting from ground loop problems, we recommend
using current-loop isolators if the 723 control's analogue inputs and
outputs are used with non-isolated devices (common ground
system). A number of manufacturers offer 20 mA loop isolators.
Consult Woodward Governor Company for further information.

Actuator Output (Terminals 21/22)

The actuator wires connect to terminals 21(+) and 22(). Use shielded wires
with the shield connected to chassis at the control.

LON #1 (Terminals 23/24/25)

Please read Chapter 7 for the wiring details of the LON networks.

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Discrete Inputs (Terminals 29–36)

Discrete inputs are the switch input commands to the 723 control. The discrete
inputs should be powered from the 723’s own Discrete Input Power. In this case,
terminals 37 & 38 should be jumpered. This connects the control’s common to the
discrete input common. Terminal 39 then supplies 24Vdc to the discrete inputs.
Since this aux voltage is not isolated from other control circuits, use only isolated
contacts (dry or signal voltage rated) for the discrete circuits. DO NOT POWER
ANY OTHER DEVICES WITH THE DISCRETE INPUT AUX VOLTAGE
SOURCE.

If the discrete input voltage (24 Vdc) is supplied from an external source,
connect the voltage source negative () to terminal 37. Then run the voltage
source positive (+) to the appropriate switch or relay contact and then to the
corresponding discrete input.

There will be no connection to terminal 38 in this case.

Analogue Inputs
KW Transducer (Terminals 41/42/43)
KW Reference (Terminals 44/45/46)
Unit Synchroniser (Terminals 47/48/49)
System Synchroniser/Charge Air Pressure (Terminals 50/51/52)

Use shielded twisted-pair cable to connect to terminals 42(+) & 43(–), 45(+) &
46(–), 48(+) & 49(–) and 51(+) & 52(–). Ensure that jumpers are installed
between terminals 41 & 42, 44 & 45 and 50 & 51.
For 4–20 mA inputs (jumper in), the internal burden resistance is 250 ohms.

To prevent possible damage to the control or poor control

performance resulting from ground loop problems, we recommend
using current-loop isolators if the 723 control's analogue inputs and
outputs are used with non-isolated devices (common ground system).
A number of manufacturers offer 20 mA loop isolators. Consult
Woodward Governor Company for further information.

Serial Communications Ports

J2 - ServLink Server, RS-232, RS-422
J3 - Modbus, RS-232, RS-422, RS-485

RS-485 is not available for ServLink Server communications.

Termination
For RS-422, termination should be located at the receiver when one or more
transmitters are connected to a single receiver. When a single transmitter is
connected to one or more receivers, termination should be at the receiver
farthest from the transmitter. Figure 2-5 is an example.

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Figure 2-3. RS-422 Terminator Locations

For RS-485, termination should be at each end of the cable. If termination can't
be located at the end of a cable, put it as close as possible to the ends. Figure
2-6 is an example.

Figure 2-4. RS-485 Terminator Locations

Communicating with a HMI operator interface is a special case of Figure 2-5.

Because the HMI master cannot put its transmitter into a high-impedance state,
and the bit rate is less than 90k bits/sec, termination is not needed at the slave.
Termination is needed at the HMI receiver, but because there is no way to
locate it there, it has to be put at the alternate location.

If you don't know if a master can put its transmitter into a high-impedance state,
terminate the line as shown in Figure 2-5. It does not hurt to terminate the line
even when it's not needed as in the case of the HMI operator interface.

Termination is accomplished using a three-resistor voltage divider between a

positive voltage and ground. The impedance of the resistor network should be
equal to the characteristic impedance of the cable. This is usually about 100 to
120 ohms. The purpose is to maintain a voltage level between the two
differential lines so that the receiver will be in a stable condition. The differential
voltage can range between 0.2 and 6 volts; the maximum voltage between the
receiver input and circuit ground must be less than 10 volts. There is one
termination resistor network for each J2 and J3 port located on the 723.
Connection to this resistor network is made through the 9-pin connectors on
pins 6 and 9.

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See Figures 2-5 through 2-8 for termination and cable connection examples.

Figure 2-5. 723 RS-232 Connection Figure 2-6. 723 RS-422 Connections
with Optional Termination at Receiver

Figure 2-7. 723 RS-485 Connections Figure 2-8. 723 RS-422 Connections
with Optional Termination with Optional Termination at
Transmitter

Grounding and Shielding

The RS-422 and RS-485 specifications state that a ground wire is needed if there
is no other ground path between units. The preferred method to do this is to
include a separate wire in the cable that connects the circuit grounds together.
Connect the shield to earth ground at one point only. The alternate way is to
connect all circuit grounds to the shield, and then connect the shield to earth
ground at one point only. If the latter method is used, and there are non-isolated
nodes on the party line, connect the shield to ground at a non-isolated node, not
an isolated node. Figures 2-9 and 2-10 illustrate these cabling approaches.

Non-isolated nodes may not have a signal ground available. If signal

ground is not available, use the alternate wiring scheme in Figure 2-10
with the signal ground connection removed on those nodes only.

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Figure 2-9. Preferred Multipoint Wiring using Shielded Twisted-pair Cable with
Separate Signal Ground Wire

Figure 2-10. Alternate Multipoint Wiring using Shielded Twisted-pair Cable

without a Separate Signal Ground Wire

The signal ground connection is not required if signal ground is

unavailable.

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Figure 2-11. 723 Wiring Notes

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Figure 2-12. 723 Wiring

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Installation Checkout Procedure

With the installation complete, carry out the following checkout procedure
before beginning set point entry or initial start-up adjustments.

1. Visual inspection

A. Check the linkage between the actuator and fuel-metering device for
looseness or binding. Refer to the appropriate actuator manual, and
Manual 25070, Electric Governor Installation Guide for additional
information on linkage.

To prevent possible serious injury from an overspeeding engine, the

actuator lever or stroke should be near but not at the minimum
position when the fuel valve or fuel rack is at the minimum fuel
delivery position.

B. Check for correct wiring in accordance with the plant-wiring diagram.

C. Check for broken terminals and loose terminal screws.
D. Check the speed sensor(s) for visible damage. If the sensor is a
magnetic pickup, check the clearance between the gear and the
sensor, and adjust if necessary. Clearance should be between 0.25
and 1.25 mm (0.010 and 0.050 inch) at the closest point. Make sure
the gear run out does not exceed the pickup gap. Refer to the manual
82510 Magnetic Pickups And Proximity Switches For Electric
Governors, for information.

2. Check for grounds

Check for grounds by measuring the resistance from all control terminals
to chassis. All terminals except terminals 2 and 38 should measure infinite
resistance (the resistance of terminals 2 and 38 depends on whether a
floating or grounded power source is used). If a resistance less than
infinite is obtained, remove the connections from each terminal one at a
time until the resistance is infinite. Check the line that was removed last to
locate the fault.

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Chapter 3.
System Description

Engine Speed
Speed Sensing
The control has two speed sensing inputs, and may be configured for torsional
filtering, for smoother operation with soft couplings, or high signal select, giving
speed sensing redundancy should one signal fail. If the torsional filter has been
selected, the speed sensors should be positioned on either side of the coupling;
sensor #1 on the engine side, and sensor #2 on the generator side. If the high
signal select is utilised, then both speed sensing devices should be located on
the same speed sensing disc.

Each speed sensor input has a failed speed detection device, with an override
function, which is active during engine start-up. The Failed Spd Sensor #1 and
Failed Spd Sensor #2 LED’s located on the 723 control, give indication when
either input has failed. If a speed sensor fails, it will be switched out until the
fault is rectified, and then reset during the next engine start *F.

When the torsional filter is selected, failure of either speed sensor will result in
the activation of the Minor Alarm, and control will continue with one speed
signal. If the Generator CB Aux contact input is closed, the Propgain Multiplier
will be switched in to decrease the Proportional Gain value. If high signal select
is chosen, failure of a speed sensor will also give continued control with one
speed signal, and the Minor Alarm will be activated.

The option is available to disable the Minor Alarm if one speed sensor fails, for
situations where only one speed sensor is utilised. The Alarm LED on the front
panel of the 723 will still illuminate if no speed signal is sensed, but the Minor
Alarm will not activate.

Failure of both speed sensors will initiate a shutdown, whereby the control will
drive the actuator output to zero, and the Major Alarm will be activated.

If the engine has been shut down by the 723 control due to both
speed sensors failing, do NOT attempt to start the engine until the
faults have been located and rectified. Failure of the pickups can
only be detected whilst the engine is running, i.e. the signal must
already exist for the failure detection to operate. If the 723 cannot
detect engine speed during start-up, the actuator output will go to
maximum, possibly driving the engine into an overspeed condition.
The engine should be equipped with an additional overspeed
shutdown device that operates totally independently of this control,
to protect against runaway or damage to the engine, with possible
personal injury or loss of life.

Electronic overspeed detection and shutdown is integral to the control. The

control will drive the actuator output to zero fuel, if the Overspeed Trip is
exceeded.

The engine should be equipped with an additional overspeed

shutdown device, that operates totally independently of this control,
to protect against runaway or damage to the engine, with possible
personal injury or loss of life, should this control fail.

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Speed Filtering
Each speed sensor input is fed through a low pass filter which should not need
adjustment, but may be used to filter out any undesirable frequencies on the
speed pickups.

If enabled, the torsional filter can be used to help prevent the control from
reacting to torsionals across a flexible coupling. This works by ‘averaging’ out
the speed sensing signals from either side of the coupling, although this can be
weighted more heavily to one side than the other, by adjusting the Sensor
Weight.

For systems with low frequency oscillatory modes due to engine and generator
inertias, and flexible couplings, which can become difficult to control, the
Notch/Band-Stop Filter is provided. This filter can reduce the signal
transmission through the control, by reducing the signal gain at the resonant
frequency, and hence preventing the control from reacting to these unwanted
frequencies.

Speed Control & Synchronising

Engine Start
When the Run/Stop contact is closed, (or opened if the Open DI#1 To Run
configurable is selected true*F), the speed reference is at Idle Speed. The
reference will then remain at idle, until the engine speed exceeds the Idle/Rated
Switch speed, at which time the speed reference will ramp to Rated Speed at
the Accel/Decel Rate. This ramp to rated may be interrupted by momentarily
closing either of the Increase or Decrease contacts (so freezing the ramp).

If the Idle/Rated select contact is required, the Enable I/R Select parameter
should be set true. When the Run/Stop contact is put in the ‘run’ position, the
speed reference will be initially at Idle Speed. Once the engine has started, the
control will remain at idle, if the contact is in the idle position, or will ramp to
Rated Speed, at the Accel/Decel Rate, if/when the contact is closed. The idle-
to-rated ramp may be interrupted by either opening the Rated/Idle contact (and
so returning the reference back to Idle Speed at the Accel/Decel Rate), or by
momentarily closing either of the Increase or Decrease contacts (so freezing
the ramp).

The rated-to-idle ramp may be interrupted similarly by either closing the

Rated/Idle contact (and so returning the reference back to Rated Speed, at the
Accel/Decel Rate), or by momentarily closing the Increase contact (so freezing
the ramp).

The Idle/Rated contact input is only functional, whilst the Generator CB Aux
contact input is open.

Synchronising to a Bus
When the engine reaches Rated Speed, and has remained within the Ready to
Synch Limits for the Sync OK Delay Time, the control will issue a ‘Run’
command via the LON to the DSLC™. If the DSLC is not connected using the
LON, it will have to be enabled by the hardwired contact instead.

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The Unit Synchroniser Input will bias the speed reference, based on the value
of the bipolar voltage input. Once the Generator CB Aux contact is closed, the
bias is either:
 switched out until the Generator CB Aux input is opened, if isoch mode is
enabled.
 last value locked in until the Generator CB Aux input is opened, if droop
mode is enabled.

Alternatively, the unit can be synchronised to the bus using the

Increase/Decrease contacts, which will cause the speed reference to change
at the Inc/Dec Rate #1. The Maximum Speed determines the limit to which the
reference may be increased, and the Minimum Speed is the limit to which the
reference may be decreased.

Opening the Generator CB Aux contact input will set the speed reference
instantly to Rated Speed.

Synchronising to the Grid

Once the Generator CB Aux contact is closed, and the unit is either in droop
mode or isochronous load sharing, the system may be synchronised to the
utility. This can be done using a Woodward analogue synchroniser (DSLC or
SPM-A), via the bipolar System Synchroniser Input. If the control is in droop
mode, the Increase/Decrease contact inputs may also be used.

Opening the Parallel With Grid (if used) contact input will set the speed
reference instantly to Rated Speed.

Droop Control
To operate in Droop mode, the Isochronous/Droop contact input must be
open, and the Generator CB Aux contact closed.

The speed droop value is calculated based on the Droop percentage, and the
load on the engine. The engine load will be derived from the MW Transducer
input. Should this signal fail, the load will be determined based on the position
of the actuator output. Failure of the load signal input will activate the Minor
Alarm, which will be reset once the signal is healthy. The speed droop will
always be zero, whilst the CB Aux is open.

A ‘Droop Pulse’ function is provided to help prevent an engine being driven into
reverse power, when connected to a bus in droop mode. When the Generator
CB Aux contact is closed, the speed reference is immediately increased by the
Ref Bias Pulse. This will cause the generator to immediately take on load from
the other sets. This is a permanent bias, whilst the control remains in droop
mode. This function can be disabled by tuning the Ref Bias Pulse parameter to
zero.

Closure of the Increase contact will cause the speed reference to increase at
the Inc/Dec Rate #2, therefore causing the engine to take on load (if available).
Closure of the Decrease contact will cause the speed reference to decrease at
the Inc/Dec Rate #2, therefore causing the engine to shed load (if possible).

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Isochronous Load Sharing

Isochronous load sharing is enabled by closing the Isochronous/Droop
contact, provided that the Generator CB Aux contact is also closed, and the
load input signal is healthy.

The first machine on-line will close it’s relay K4 contact on the load sharing lines
instantly, connecting to the system load sharing lines, in preparation for
isochronous load sharing with other units. Subsequent units selected to
isochronous will increase/decrease load softly, according to the Auto
Load/Unload Rates, until the load on the unit is within the defined LS Error %, of
the other unit(s) which are already isochronously load sharing. At this time, the
relay K4 will be closed to connect the load sharing lines to those of the other
unit(s). The error between the system load and each individual unit’s load will
then be monitored, and the Rated Speed reference biased accordingly, to
increase/decrease load, to achieve equal load sharing at Rated Speed.

The control provides a function for auto soft unloading of the engine. The
Unload contact should be closed (momentarily) when the control is in
isochronous load sharing. The engine load will then be ramped down at the
Auto Unload Rate, until the Unload Trip Level is reached, at which time, the
control will issue a Generator Breaker Open Command. This output will
remain active, until the Generator CB Aux contact is opened.

Note: The Generator Breaker Open Command is a normally open contact,

unless the Brkr Open Cmd NC? Set point has been tuned to make the contact
normally closed.

The unloading ramp may be stopped, if necessary, by momentarily closing

either the Increase or Decrease contact. At this time, the control will be in
droop mode, and will either remain so until the Isochronous/Droop contact is
toggled open/closed to switch back into isochronous load sharing, or if the Re-
Load to Isoc set point is tuned true, the control will automatically ramp back to
isochronous load sharing.

The Emergency Load Rate input may be enabled for fast ‘soft’
loading/unloading of the engine.

If it is necessary that a machine is required on-line more quickly than usual (i.e.
during an emergency situation), the contact should be closed, and once the
Generator CB Aux contact is closed, the control will load the engine at the
Emergency Load Rate, rather than the Auto Load Rate.

If the Unload function is used whilst the Emergency Load Rate contact is
closed, the engine will be unloaded at the Emergency Unload Rate.
The Emergency Load/Unload Rates may be disabled at any time, by opening
the contact.

If the MW Transducer input signal should fail whilst in isochronous load

sharing, the control will switch back into droop control, with load based on the
actuator output. Once the fault is rectified, and the signal fault reset (either
automatically or by using the Modbus Reset), the control will load/unload back
into isochronous load sharing.

Whilst the control is operating in isochronous load sharing, the droop reference
is continuously tracking, so that if the control is switched into droop mode, the
transfer will be bumpless.

Switching into MW Control mode will also be bumpless.

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MW Control
To operate in MW Control, the Generator CB Aux, Parallel With Grid (if used)
and MW Control contact inputs must be closed.

Switching into MW Control from Isochronous Load Sharing or Droop mode will
be bumpless. Once in MW Control, the MW reference can be adjusted by use of
the Increase/Decrease contact inputs. Closing the Increase contact raises the
MW reference towards the Maximum Load at the Raise Load Rate. Closing the
Decrease contact lowers the MW reference towards the Minimum Load at the
Lower Load Rate.

If the Select Int MW Ref parameter has been selected true in Configure, when
the control switches into kW Control mode, and digital mode is selected (use of
Increase/Decrease inputs to adjust load), the MW reference will automatically
ramp to the Internal MW Ref at the Int MW Ref Rate. It will then remain at this
level until the Increase/Decrease contact inputs are used to adjust the load, or if
the control is switched into Remote/Analogue mode.

If both the Increase and Decrease contacts are closed (or Remote Reference
selected via the Modbus), the MW reference will ramp to the level determined
by the 4–20 mA Remote Reference input (or Modbus Remote reference), at
the Auto Load Rate. Once this level has been reached, the reference will
continue to follow the input, at the Raise/Lower Load Rates. If the remote
reference input should fail (i.e. <2mA, >22mA), the MW reference will lock in the
last healthy value. The control will then respond to the Increase/Decrease
contacts, once the remote MW reference is de-selected.

If both the Increase and Decrease contacts are closed to select the remote
reference, opening only one of the contacts will NOT de-select the remote
reference. Both contacts must be opened to de-select the remote reference.
This is to prevent the reference being driven high or low in the event of a single
wire break.

Closing the Unload contact (momentarily) will cause the control to decrease the
MW reference until the Unload Trip Level is reached, at which time the control
will issue a Generator Breaker Open Command. This output will remain active
until the Generator CB Aux contact is opened, indicating that the breaker has
opened.

The unloading sequence can be interrupted by momentarily closing the

Increase contact input. The load will then remain at the level it was interrupted
at, if in local mode, or will ramp back to the remote reference level, if in remote
mode.

Failure of the 4–20 mA MW Transducer input (i.e. <1mA, >22mA) will switch
the control into droop mode, with load calculated based on the actuator output.
Once the fault is rectified, and the signal fault reset (either automatically or by
using the Modbus Reset), the control will load/unload back into MW Control.

During normal operation, transferring to droop or isochronous modes will be

bumpless.

If the Parallel With Grid contact is opened, with the control selected to
Isochronous, the load sharing lines relay K4 is closed immediately, to ensure
that all units will switch instantly to isochronous load sharing. In this case, the
transfer may not be completely bumpless, depending on the imported/exported
load, before the grid breaker was opened.

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Whilst operating in MW Control, provision is made for opening the Grid and
Generator Breakers in the event that the grid frequency has risen too high or
fallen too low. If the error between the Rated Speed and the actual engine
speed exceeds the Freq Error Set -point #1, the Open Grid Breaker
Command will be issued (if this hardware option has been chosen). If the error
exceeds the Freq Error Set point #2, the Generator Breaker Open Command
will be issued.

Depending on which method of MW Control is preferred, either Direct MW

Control or Compensated KW Control may be chosen.

Direct MW Control:
The PID compares the measured MW to the MW reference, and adjusts the
actuator output accordingly.

Compensated MW Control:
The control is effectively in Droop mode. A dead band controller compares the
measured MW with the MW reference, and then will increase/decrease the
speed reference ramp, and hence increase/decrease the load on the engine.

Operating Modes
Whether the control is in Droop, Isochronous or MW Control mode, is
dependent on the status of certain contact inputs, and whether or not certain
analogue inputs are healthy. The table below indicates which mode of operation
the control will select, based on the status of the relevant digital and analogue
inputs.

MODE KW Control KW Control

Analogue/R Digital/Inc-
I/O Isoch Droop Droop Droop Droop emote Dec
Gen CB (DI) X X X X X X X
Grid CB (DI O O X O X X X
Isoch/Droop (DI) X O X/O X X/O X/O X/O
MW Control (DI) X/O X/O O X/O X X X
MW Control (DI) O X/O X/O X X O O
MW Reference (AI) X/O X/O X/O X/O X/O O X/O

Limiters & Load Rejection

The LED on the front of the 723, labelled ‘Alarm #2’, will illuminate if any of the
Start, Maximum or Charge Air Pressure fuel limiters are controlling the fuel
output, or if an engine shutdown has clamped the output to zero.

Engine Shutdown Limiter

If the control shuts down the engine, due to a major alarm condition, or because
the stop command has been issued, the output to the actuator driver will be
clamped at zero. A value of ‘0’ will be displayed for the Actuator Position in the
Service *Display Menu*.

Start & Maximum Fuel Limiter

The Start Fuel Limit, for limiting over fuelling or flooding during engine start-up
is active when the engine is started. This limit is derived from a four point curve,
to give flexibility of the limiting level at different engines speeds, as the engine is
started.
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When the PID takes control, the Start Fuel Limit is switched out until the engine
is stopped, and the Maximum Fuel Limit is switched in.

Frequency Load Limiter

When operating in MW Control, a load limiter is provided to control the amount
of load on the engine, when the grid frequency varies beyond the pre-set limits.
A window is established, and within this window the limiter has no effect. Once
this window is exceeded, the MW reference will be limited progressively, as the
speed deviates further out of the window. If the Unload Trip Level is reached,
the Generator Breaker Open Command will be issued. The purpose of this
limiter is to ensure that control is maintained if the speed varies due to an
unknown change to the system parameters.

Generator Breaker Load Rejection

In the case of a load rejection due to the generator breaker opening, a load
rejection algorithm will come into effect, giving reduced speed overshoot
characteristics. This will be activated if the load was above a certain level before
the breaker was opened. The actuator output will be driven to zero for a period
dependent on the amount of load before the breaker was opened.

Grid Breaker Load Rejection

Similar to the Generator Breaker Load Rejection (above), this algorithm will
come into effect when the Parallel With Grid contact is opened, with the load
above a certain level.

PID Control & Actuator Output

Speed/Droop/Isochronous/ Deadband MW Control
The output has tuneable PID dynamics, a Gain Slope function (which adjusts
Proportional Gain as the engine load changes), a Gain Ratio function (which
multiplies the Proportional Gain as a function of the speed error), and Derivative
Dynamics*F (the PID dynamics are adjusted by a multiplier, as the rate of
change of engine speed exceeds a certain level – see tuneable descriptions for
more detail).

Two sets of dynamics (Proportional Gain, Integral Gain & S.D.R) are provided:
Set #1 is active when the Generator CB Aux contact is open.
Set #2 is active when the Generator CB Aux contact is closed.

The dynamics can be multiplied individually by a multiplier, which is based on

the speed derivative. As the absolute value of the derivative exceeds a set level
(according to a two point curve), the P, I & D terms can be
increased/decreased, as the derivative value further increases. This option can
be chosen instead of the Gain Ratio function, but may be used in conjunction
with the Gain Slope function.

When the torsional filter is operational, if one of the speed sensors should fail,
the Proportional Gain is multiplied by the PropGain Multiplier, in order to attempt
to slow the control down, and prevent it responding to torsionals, for which the
torsional filter was enabled to help minimize.

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Direct MW Control
A single set of dynamics (Proportional Gain, Integral Gain & S.D.R.) for
operation in MW Control mode.

Actuator Hit
An ‘Actuator Hit’ function is provided for testing the dynamics of the control
during commissioning of the system. This function can be enabled in Configure
mode, and once the control has reset itself, the function is only available for a
30 minute period. When the appropriate parameter is toggled true using the
Operator Interface (HHT or PC-based), a tuneable value is subtracted from the
actuator output, for a tuneable period of time. This will enable the operator to
check that the dynamic settings are suitable. This is a better alternative to
physically disturbing the fuel rack to check the response of an engine, as it will
provide a consistent means of test.

Run/Stop & Alarms

Closure of the Run/Stop contact will release the actuator output from zero to
the Start Fuel Limit level. The ‘Run’ signal will also act as a reset to any speed
sensor faults, and the 723 electronic overspeed trip latch (unless the Modbus
Reset has been enabled).

The Run/Stop will only be effective for engine starting, provided that the engine
speed has fallen below 350Hz, and the Rundown Time period has elapsed.

Putting the Run/Stop contact will cause the control to limit the actuator output
to zero. If the Generator CB Aux is closed at this time, the control will also
issue a Generator Breaker Open Command.

Major Alarm
The Major Alarm will be activated:
 if the Overspeed Trip level is exceeded
 if both speed sensor inputs should fail

The relay contact will be opened continuously, unless the option for Pulse Alarm
is selected, in which case, the contact will be opened for the Pulse Alarm Time,
and will then be re-closed.

Minor Alarm
The Minor Alarm will be activated:
 if one speed signal fails
 if the MW Transducer input fails - below 1mA, above 22mA
 if the MW Reference input fails - below 2mA, above 22mA
 if the LON communications to the DSLC fail
 if remote MW reference is selected using the Increase/Decrease contacts,
and a single signal is lost (wire-break)
 if the Modbus serial communications have failed
 if in MW Control, and the Frequency Limiter has come into effect

Rectification and reset of the fault, will reset the Minor Alarm.

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Modbus Communications & Control

Instead of the hardwired inputs, the Modbus communication can deliver the
following signals from another system, e.g. Power Management
 Run
 Stop
 Increase Speed/Load
 Decrease Speed/Load
 Select Remote MW Reference
 Unload
 Idle Speed Select
 Rated Speed Select
 Droop Mode
 Isochronous Mode
 MW Control Mode
 Emergency Load Rate
 Reset
 Remote MW Reference

In Configure mode, each input which is required via the Modbus instead, should
be individually selected.

In addition to the control signals, a number of parameters can also be monitored

via the Modbus. A full listing including addresses can be found at the end of this
chapter.

DSLC
The 723 can be interface to the Woodward Digital Synchroniser & Load Control
(DSLC), via the LON (Local Operator Network), and via the Unit and/or Bus
Synchroniser inputs.

The only command given to the DSLC via the LON is the ‘Run’ synchroniser
command. However, via the LON, the 723 reads in all of the available generator
parameters, measured by the DSLC. These Boolean and analogue values can
be read via the 723 Modbus, or at the Operator Interface.

The speed bias from the DSLC should be fed into the Unit Synchroniser input
(or the Bus Synchroniser input if used).

The 723 may be configured so that the DSLC will control all load functions. In
this case, once the Generator CB Aux contact is closed, the 723 will be
switched into speed control mode (zero droop), with the speed reference biased
by the DSLC input (via the Unit Synchroniser input) in order to
increase/decrease actuator output to control the load on the engine.

Analogue Outputs
Through the 723 4–20 mA analogue outputs, it is possible to monitor any three
of the following:
 Actuator Position (0–100%)
 Engine Speed (rpm - 4mA & 20 mA set points configurable)
 Engine Load (0–100%)
 KW Reference (kW - 4mA & 20 mA set points configurable)
 Speed Input #1 (rpm - 4mA & 20 mA set points configurable)
 Speed Input #2 (rpm - 4mA & 20 mA set points configurable)

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The analogue outputs are configured under the *ANALOG O/P CONFIG* menu
in Service.

Control Options
The following options are available with the 723 Generator Control:
 Bus Synchroniser Input
 Digital O/P #2 configurable for Minor Alarm (default) or Grid Breaker
Open Command - Configured using Operator Interface, all part numbers.
 Digital I/P #8 configurable for Parallel With Grid (default) or Emergency
Load Rate - Configured using Operator Interface, all part numbers.
 MW Control configurable as Direct (default) or Deadband - Configured
using Operator Interface, all part numbers.

Ability to select DSLC as load controller instead of 723 - Configured using

Operator Interface, all part numbers.
 Ability to enable the Unload contact input for Idle/Rated selection whilst
breaker is open - Configured using Operator Interface, all part numbers.
 Digital O/P #1 (Major Alarm) configurable for normally open or normally
closed (default) contact - Configured using Operator Interface. *F
 Digital O/P #2 (Minor Alarm or Grid Breaker Open Command) configurable
for normally open (default) or normally closed contact - Configured using
Operator Interface, all part numbers.
 The Run/Stop contact input may be configured such that the contact is
opened to and closed to Stop, instead of the default, close to Run, open to
Stop.
 Woodward ServLink Server

Operator Interface
The parameters within the control may be configured and monitored using
either a Hand Held Programmer, or using the ServLink Server.

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Chapter 4.
Configure/Service Value List

Introduction
Default
Configure Prompt Value Range Final Value

*SPEED SENSORS*
PULSE/REV #1 155 60 TO 360
MAXIMUM HZ #1 2500 500 TO 10000
PULSE/REV #2 155 60 TO 360
MAXIMUM HZ #2 2500 500 TO 10000

*ENGINE SPEED*
IDLE SPEED (rpm) 400.000 0.00 TO 2000.00
RATED SPEED (rpm) 750.000 0.00 TO 2000.00
OVERSPEED TRIP (rpm) 860.000 0.00 TO 2500.00
TORSIONAL FILTER? FALSE TRUE TO FALSE

*MW CONTROL*
REMOTE REF @ 4mA 0.000 0.00 TO 60.00
(MW)
REMOTE REF 20 mA (MW) 8.00 0.00 TO 60.00
SELECT INT kW REF FALSE TRUE TO FALSE

*FINAL DRIVER*
REVERSE ACTING? FALSE TRUE TO FALSE
ACTUATOR mA @ 0% 10.000 0.00 TO 200.00
ACTUATOR mA @ 100% 180.000 20.00 TO 200.00
ENABLE ACTUATOR HIT FALSE TRUE TO FALSE
STROKE ACTUATOR*F FALSE TRUE TO FALSE

*ENGINE LOAD*
RATED LOAD (MW) 6.52 0.00 TO 60.0
MW @ 4mA 0.000 -60 TO +60
MW @ 20 mA 8.00 0 TO 60

*MODBUS PORT SETUP*

MODE 2 1 TO 2
SLAVE ADDRESS 1 1 TO 247

*CONFIGURE*
ENABLE SET POINTS TRUE TRUE TO FALSE
ENABLE CALIBRATION FALSE TRUE TO FALSE

*CONF MODBUS I/P'S*

START/STOP FALSE TRUE TO FALSE
INC/DEC/SEL REMOTE FALSE TRUE TO FALSE
UNLOAD & IDLE/RATED FALSE TRUE TO FALSE
DROOP/ISOCHRONOUS FALSE TRUE TO FALSE
SELECT MW CONTROL FALSE TRUE TO FALSE
EMERGENCY LOAD RATE FALSE TRUE TO FALSE
RESET FALSE TRUE TO FALSE
REMOTE kW REFER. FALSE TRUE TO FALSE

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Default
Configure Prompt Value Range Final Value

*CONTROL OPTIONS*
GRID BRKR OPEN CMD? FALSE TRUE TO FALSE
EMERGENCY RATE I/P? FALSE TRUE TO FALSE
MW DEADBAND FALSE TRUE TO FALSE
CONTROL
ENABLE DSLC PM FALSE TRUE TO FALSE
ENABLE I/R SELECT FALSE TRUE TO FALSE
OPEN DI#1 TO RUN *F FALSE TRUE TO FALSE
DO#1 NC? *F FALSE TRUE TO FALSE

Failure to save set points prior to removing power from the control
will cause them to revert to the previously saved settings.

Default
Configure Prompt Value Range Final Value

*DISPLAY MENU*
ENGINE SPEED (rpm) (Monitor)
SPEED REFERENCE (rpm) (Monitor)
MW LOAD (Monitor)
ACTUATOR POSITION (%) (Monitor)
FUEL LIMIT (Monitor)
PID OUTPUT (Monitor)
ENGINE STOPPED (Monitor)
ENGINE RUNNING (Monitor)
READY TO SYNC (Monitor)
UNIT SYNC BIAS (Monitor)
SYS SYNC BIAS (Monitor)
DROOP BIAS (Monitor)
REF BEFORE BIAS (rpm) (Monitor)
GEN BREAKER CLOSED (Monitor)
ISOCHRONOUS MODE (Monitor)
% LOAD (Monitor)
LS LINES % (Monitor)
LOAD SHARE ERROR (Monitor)
KW CONTROL MODE (Monitor)
LOAD REFERENCE (MW) (Monitor)
REMOTE REF SELECTED (Monitor)
REMOTE REFERENCE (Monitor)
(MW)
MW LIMIT (Monitor)

*SPD DYNAMICS #1*

PROPORTIONAL GAIN #1 0.250 0.01 TO 10.00
INTEGRAL GAIN #1 (1/s) 0.500 0.01 TO 5.00
S.D.R. #1 10.000 0.01 TO 100.00
DYN SELECT DELAY (s) 2.500 0.00 TO 10.00
ENABLE DERIV DYN*F FALSE TRUE TO FALSE

*SPD DYNAMICS #2*

PROPORTIONAL GAIN #2 0.350 0.01 TO 10.00
INTEGRAL GAIN #2 (1/s) 0.630 0.01 TO 5.00
S.D.R. #2 14.550 0.01 TO 100.00
PROPGAIN MULTIPLIER 1.000 0.01 TO 1.00

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*MW DYNAMICS*
PROPORTIONAL GAIN 0.0100 0.01 TO 10.00
INTEGRAL GAIN (1/S) 1.300 0.01 TO 5.00
S.D.R. 20.000 0.01 TO 100.00
USE LOWER PROP BAND FALSE TRUE TO FALSE

*GAIN SLOPE* *F
LOAD BKPT #1 (%) 0.000 0.00 TO 110.00
MULTIPLIER #1 1.000 0.01 TO 10.00
LOAD BKPT #2 (%) 100.000 0.00 TO 110.00
MULTIPLIER #2 1.000 0.01 TO 10.00

*GAIN RATIO* *F
ERROR WINDOW #1 (rpm) 100.000 0.00 TO 110.00
GAIN RATIO #1 1.000 0.01 TO 10.00
ERROR WINDOW #2 (rpm) 10.000 0.00 TO 110.00
GAIN RATIO #2 2.000 0.01 TO 10.00

*DERIV DYNAMICS* *F
P DERIV BKPT #1 (rpm/s) 50.000 0.01 TO 500.00
P MULTIPLIER #1 1.000 0.01 TO 10.00
P DERIV BKPT #2 (rpm/s) 500.000 0.01 TO 500.00
P MULTIPLIER #2 2.000 0.01 TO 10.00
I DERIV BKPT #1 (rpm/s) 50.000 0.01 TO 500.00
I MULTIPLIER #1 1.000 0.01 TO 10.00
I DERIV BKPT #2 (rpm/s) 500.000 0.01 TO 500.00
I MULTIPLIER #2 1.000 0.01 TO 10.00
D DERIV BKPT #1 (rpm/s) 50.000 0.01 TO 500.00
D MULTIPLIER #1 1.000 0.01 TO 10.00
D DERIV BKPT #2 (rpm/s) 500.000 0.01 TO 500.00
D MULTIPLIER #2 1.000 0.01 TO 10.00

*ENGINE SPEED*
SPEED FILTER (Hz) 10.000 0.01 TO 16.00
FILTER FREQUENCY (Hz) 16.000 0.01 TO 16.00
FILTER Q FACTOR 0.707 0.707 TO 25.00
SENSOR WEIGHT 0.500 0.00 TO 1.00
ENGINE RUNNING (rpm) 150.000 0.00 TO 2500.00
TWO SPEED SENSORS? TRUE TRUE TO FALSE
DIS NOTCH FILTER FALSE TRUE TO FALSE

*SPEED REFERENCE*
MINIMUM SPEED (rpm) 700.000 0.00 TO 2000.00
MAXIMUM SPEED (rpm) 800.000 0.00 TO 2000.00
ACCEL/DECEL RATE 10.000 0.00 TO 2000.00
(rpm/s)
IDLE/RATED SWITCH 400.000 0.00 TO 2500.00
(rpm)
INC/DEC RATE #1 (rpm/s) 1.000 0.00 TO 2000.00
INC/DEC RATE #2 (rpm/s) 1.000 0.00 TO 2000.00

*START/STOP*
RUNDOWN TIME (s) 0.000 0.00 TO 300.00
PULSE/CONT ALARM? FALSE TRUE TO FALSE
ALARM PULSE TIME (s) 1.000 1.00 TO 30.00
BRKR OPEN CMD NC? FALSE TRUE TO FALSE
DIG O/P #2 NC? FALSE TRUE TO FALSE

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*SYNCHRONISING*
RDY TO SYNC LIMITS 4.000 0.00 TO 20.00
(rpm)
SYNC OK DLY TIME (s) 2.000 0.00 TO 30.00
UNIT SYNCH GAIN 2.000 0.00 TO 100.00
REF BIAS PULSE (rpm) 0.000 0.00 TO 10.00
SYS SYNCH GAIN 2.000 0.00 TO 100.00
DISABLE UNIT SYNCH FALSE TRUE TO FALSE

DISABLE SYS SYNCH FALSE TRUE TO FALSE

SYNC FILTER 10.000 0.01 TO 16.00

*LOAD SHARING*
LS ERROR % 4.000 1.00 TO 100.00
LOAD GAIN 5.000 0.01 TO 100.00
AUTO LOAD RATE (kW/s) 50.000 0.00 TO 20000.00
EMERGENCY LOAD RATE 50.000 0.00 TO 20000.00
(kW/s)
AUTO UNLOAD RATE 5.000 0.00 TO 20000.00
(kW/s)
EMRGNCY UNLOAD RATE 50.000 0.00 TO 2000.00
(kW/s)
RE-LOAD TO ISOC? FALSE TRUE TO FALSE

*MW CONTROL*
AUTO LOAD RATE (kW/s) 30.00 0.00 TO 30000.00
AUTO UNLOAD RATE 50.000 0.00 TO 30000.00
(kW/s)
RAISE LOAD RATE (kW/s) 30.00 0.00 TO 30000.00
LOWER LOAD RATE 30.00 0.00 TO 30000.00
(kW/s)
ENABLE INSTANT RATE FALSE TRUE TO FALSE
INSTANT RATE WINDOW 300.00 0.00 TO 30000.00
(kW)
OVRD REMOTE IP FAIL FALSE TRUE TO FALSE
DEADBAND WINDOW 50.000 0.00 TO 1000.00
(kW)
D/B CTRL RAMP RATE 50.000 0.10 TO 5000.00
(kW/s)
INTERNAL MW REF RATE 1000 0.00 TO 30000
(kW) 3 0.00 TO 110.0
INTERNAL MW REF (%)

*ENGINE LOAD*
DROOP (%) 5.000 0.00 TO 15.00
FULL LOAD ACT % 80.000 0.00 TO 100.00
KW FILTER (Hz) 2.000 1.00 TO 10.00
LOAD FILTER (Hz) 2.000 1.00 TO 10.00
UNLOAD TRIP LEVEL (Kw) 100.000 -1000.00 TO
30000.00
OVRD LOAD I/P FAIL FALSE TRUE TO FALSE

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*FREQUENCY LIMITER*
BUS FREQUENCY 60.000 45.00 TO 65.00
MW LIMITER HZ #1 0.000 0.00 TO 60.00
MW LIMITER HZ #2 10.000 10.00 TO 60.00
MAXIMUM LOAD (1) (MW) 10.000 0.00 TO 50.00
MW LIMITER HZ #3 90.000 0.00 TO 100.00
MAXIMUM LOAD (2) (MW) 10.000 0.00 TO 50.00
MW LIMITER HZ #4 100.000 50.00 TO 100.00
FREQ ERROR SP#1 (Hz) 5.000 0.00 TO 10.00
FREQ ERROR SP#2 (Hz) 5.000 0.00 TO 10.00
TRIP DELAY (s) 0.100 0.00 TO 3.00

*FUEL LIMITERS*
START FUEL LIMIT X1 0.000 0.00 TO 2000.00
(rpm)
START FUEL LIMIT Y1 (%) 80.000 0.00 TO 100.00
START FUEL LIMIT X2 100.000 0.00 TO 2000.00
(rpm)
START FUEL LIMIT Y2 (%) 80.000 0.00 TO 100.00
START FUEL LIMIT X3 100.000 0.00 TO 2000.00
(rpm)
START FUEL LIMIT Y3 (%) 50.000 0.00 TO 100.00
START FUEL LIMIT X4 750.000 0.00 TO 2000.00
(rpm)
START FUEL LIMIT Y4 (%) 50.000 0.00 TO 100.00
MAXIMUM FUEL LIMIT (%) 100.000 0.00 TO 100.00

*FINAL DRIVER*
HIT ACTUATOR FALSE TRUE TO FALSE
ACTUATOR HIT PULSE 0.100 0.00 TO 2.00
ACTUATOR HIT VALUE 0.000 0.00 TO 100.00
STROKE ACTUATOR 0.000 0.00 TO 100.00
(%)*F

*GEN BRKR LOAD REJ*

LOAD REJ LEVEL (%) 60.000 0.00 TO 100.00
LOAD LEVEL 1 (%) 0.000 0.00 TO 100.00
REJECTION PERIOD 1 (s) 0.000 0.00 TO 5.00
LOAD LEVEL 2 (%) 100.000 0.00 TO 100.00
REJECTION PERIOD 2 (s) 0.500 0.00 TO 5.00

*GRD BRKR LOAD REJ*

LOAD REJ LEVEL (%) 60.000 0.00 TO 110.00
LOAD LEVEL 1 (%) 0.000 0.00 TO 100.00
REJECTION PERIOD 1 (s) 0.000 0.00 TO 5.00
LOAD LEVEL 2 (%) 100.000 0.00 TO 100.00
REJECTION PERIOD 2 (s) 0.500 0.00 TO 5.00
ENABLE LOAD REJ FALSE TRUE TO FALSE

*CALIBRATION*
REMOTE I/P OFFSET 0.000 -10.00 TO 10.00
REMOTE I/P GAIN 1.000 0.00 TO 10.00
LOAD I/P OFFSET 0.000 -10.00 TO 10.00
LOAD I/P GAIN 1.000 0.00 TO 10.00
LS LINES OFFSET 0 0 TO 32767
LS LINES GAIN 21845 0 TO 32767
LS LOAD OFFSET 2028 0 TO 32767
LS LOAD GAIN 8083 0 TO 32767

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AIR I/P OFFSET 0.000 -10.00 TO 10.00

AIR I/P GAIN 1.000 0.00 TO 10.00
AN O/P #1 OFFSET *F 0.000 -1000.00 TO
100.00
AN O/P #1 GAIN *F 1.000 0.5 TO 1.5
AN O/P #2 OFFSET *F 0.000 -1000.00 TO
100.00
AN O/P #2 GAIN *F 1.000 0.5 TO 1.5
AN O/P #3 OFFSET *F 0.000 -1000.00 TO
100.00
AN O/P #3 GAIN *F 1.000 0.5 TO 1.5
AN O/P CALIBRATION *F 4.000 0.00 TO 20.00

*MODBUS PORT SETUP*

HARDWARE CONFIG 1 1 TO 3
BAUD RATE 6 1 TO 7
STOP BITS 1 1 TO 3
PARITY 1 1 TO 3
TIMEOUT 1.000 0.00 TO 10.00
ENABLE MODBUS ALMS FALSE TRUE TO FALSE

*SERVLINK SETUP*
HARDWARE CONFIG 1 1 TO 2
BAUD RATE 9 1 TO 12

*DSLC COMMS SETUP*

DSLC SERVICE PIN FALSE TRUE TO FALSE
DSLC TIMEOUT (s) 5.000 0.00 TO 100.00
DSLC XMIT TIME (s) 0.500 0.05 TO 100.00
RESET LON FALSE TRUE TO FALSE

*ANALOG O/P CONFIG*

ANALOGUE OUTPUT #1 1 1 TO 7
ANALOGUE OUTPUT #2 1 1 TO 7
ANALOGUE OUTPUT #3 1 1 TO 7
ENG SPEED O/P @4mA 0.000 0.00 TO 2000.00
ENG SPEED O/P @20 mA 750.000 0.00 TO 2000.00
MW REF O/P @ 4mA 0.000 0.00 TO 60.00
MW REF O/P @ 20 mA 1.00 0.00 TO 60.00
SPEED 1 O/P @ 4mA 0.000 0.00 TO 2000.00
SPEED 1 O/P @ 20 mA 750.000 0.00 TO 2000.00
SPEED 2 O/P @ 4mA 0.000 0.00 TO 2000.00
SPEED 2 O/P @ 20 mA 750.000 0.00 TO 2000.00

*MAJOR ALARM*
OVERSPEED (Monitor)
BOTH SPD SEN FAILED (Monitor)

*MINOR ALARM*
KW SENSOR FAILURE (Monitor)
REM REF FAILURE (Monitor)
SPEED SENSOR FAULT (Monitor)
MODBUS COMMS (Monitor)
KW LIMITING (Monitor)

REM SEL WIRE BREAK (Monitor)

DSLC COMMS FAULT (Monitor)

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*DSLC ANALOGUES*
GEN A-PHASE VOLTAGE (Monitor)
(Volts)
GEN B-PHASE VOLTAGE (Monitor)
(Volts)
GEN C-PHASE VOLTAGE (Monitor)
(Volts)
BUS A-PHASE VOLTAGE (Monitor)
(Volts)
GEN A-PHASE CURRENT (Monitor)
(Amps)
GEN B-PHASE CURRENT (Monitor)
(Amps)
GEN C-PHASE CURRENT (Monitor)
(Amps)
POWER FACTOR (Monitor)
REAL POWER (kW) (Monitor)
REACTIVE POWER (kVAR) (Monitor)
APPARANT POWER (kVA) (Monitor)
GENERATOR (Monitor)
FREQUENCY (Hz)
BUS FREQUENCY (Hz) (Monitor)

*DSLC BOOLEANS*
DSLC ALARM OUTPUT (Monitor)
VOLTAGE LOWER (Monitor)
OUTPUT
VOLTAGE RAISE OUTPUT (Monitor)
BREAKER CLOSE O/P (Monitor)
SYNC TIMEOUT ACTIVE (Monitor)
SYNC RECLOSE ACTIVE (Monitor)
LOAD HIGH LIMIT (Monitor)
LOAD LOW LIMIT (Monitor)
VOLTAGE RANGE (Monitor)
VOLTAGE LOW LIMIT (Monitor)
VOLTAGE HIGH LIMIT (Monitor)
SS OFF (Monitor)
SS CHECK (Monitor)
SS PERMISSIVE (Monitor)
SS RUN (Monitor)
SS CLOSE TIMER (Monitor)
SS SYNC TIMER (Monitor)
SS SYNCHRONISED (Monitor)
SYNCH CHECK I/P (Monitor)
SYNCH PERM I/P (Monitor)
SYNCH RUN I/P (Monitor)
CB AUX I/P (Monitor)
VOLTS RAISE I/P (Monitor)
VOLTS LOWER I/P (Monitor)

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Configure & Service Descriptions

Configure
*SPEED SENSORS*
Pulse/Rev #1 & #2 is the number of teeth (or holes) on the speed sensing disc,
for the speed sensors connected to the 723. If the torsional
filter is enabled, #1 refers to the speed sensor on the engine
side of the flexible coupling, and #2 refers to the speed
sensor on the generator side.

Maximum Hz #1 & #2 allows tuning of the speed sensing algorithm, to obtain the
optimum resolution for sensing speed. It is important that
the following instructions for tuning these parameters is
adhered to.
The Maximum Hz should be calculated based on both the
minimum and maximum controlling speeds:
Maximum Speed x Pulse/Rev x 1.3 = A
60
Minimum Speed x Pulse/Rev x 4 = B
60
If B > A then use A as the Maximum Hz. Calculate
separately for each speed sensor input, if Pulse/Rev #1 &
Pulse/Rev #2 are different.
If B < A then use B as the Maximum Hz, provided that B is
greater then 1.1 x Overspeed Trip Frequency. If not, then
contact Woodward Governor for further assistance.

*ENGINE SPEED*

Idle Speed (rpm) is provided for engine start-up or cooldown. It is

independent of the minimum speed set point and may be
set to a lower value. Idle Speed is selected when the
Rated/Idle contact is opened, if this function is enabled.

Rated Speed (rpm) is the nominal engine speed.

Overspeed Trip (rpm) is the speed at which a shutdown is initiated, to prevent

over- speed. Please see Engine Manufacturer’s
recommendation for the value of this parameter.

*MW CONTROL*

Remote Ref @ 4mA, Remote is the MW reference required at 4mA and 20 mA by the
Ref @ 20 mA (MW) remote reference input.

Select Int kW Ref if selected true, will enable the use of an internal MW
reference value (if the remote reference is not selected.)

*FINAL DRIVER*

Reverse Acting? if selected true, will reverse the actuator output signal to
200-0 mA for 0–100%.

Actuator mA @ 0% sets the mA output required to the actuator at 0% control

(PID) output.

Actuator mA @ 100% sets the mA output required to the actuator at 100% control
(PID) output.

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Enable Actuator Hit if selected true, will enable the function to hit the actuator
down by a certain amount, for a certain period of time. This
is for testing and proving the dynamic set-up of the control.
Once this parameter has been selected true, it will only
remain activated for 30 minutes. After this time, to re-enable
the function, the parameter will have to be re-set to true.

Stroke Actuator if true, allows the actuator output to be driven by adjusting

the
Service tuneable Stroke Actuator, whilst the engine is
stopped, and the Run/Stop contact is in the Stop position.
This will enable the calibration and testing of an electric
actuator.

*ENGINE LOAD*

Rated Load (MW) is the rated generator load.

MW @ 4mA, MW @ 20 mA is the value of the MW transducer input at 4mA & 20 mA.

*MODBUS PORT SETUP*

Mode sets the communications protocol of the J3 port. 1=ASCII,

2=RTU.

Slave Address sets the network address of the control. This will always be
set to 1 for Point-to-Point communications.

*CONFIGURE*

Enable Set Points if selected false, will prevent all Service set point menus
from being displayed, and therefore prevents adjustment.
This parameter would normally be set false, once the
control has been commissioned.

Enable Calibration if selected true, the *CALIBRATION* menu will be displayed

under Service.

*CONF MODBUS I/P’S*

Start/Stop, Inc/Dec/Sel Remote, this menu is for configuring whether certain control inputs
Unload & Idle/Rated, are received via the standard hardware, or via the Modbus.
Droop/Isochronous, To select that they are received via the Modbus, set the
parameter true.
Select KW Control Emergency
Load Rate, Reset, Remote KW
Reference

*CONTROL OPTIONS*

Grid Brkr Open Cmd? if selected true, digital output #2 will be configured as the
Grid Breaker Open Command output, instead of the Minor
Alarm.

Emergency Rate I/P? if selected true, digital input #8 (H) will be configured as the
Emergency Load Rate selection input, instead of the
Parallel with Grid breaker status.

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KW Deadband Control if selected true, kW control will be as compensated droop
via the speed reference (see description in system
description text).

Enable DSLC PM if selected true, disables the power management of the 723,
and allows the 723 to follow the ‘Unit Synchroniser’ input
after the breaker has closed. This will enable the DSLC to
handle the isochronous load sharing and base loading of
the system, without interference from the 723.

Enable I/R Select if selected true, allows the Unload contact input to be
utilised as an Idle/Rated contact whilst the CB Aux input is
open.

Open DI#1 to Run if true, digital input #1 is configured Open to Run,

Close to Stop.

DO#1 NC? if true, digital output #1 will be normally closed, i.e. contact
will open when a major alarm occurs.

Service
*DISPLAY MENU*

Engine Speed (rpm) displays the current speed of the engine.

Speed Reference (rpm) is the rpm reference, after the droop has been taken into account, if
in droop mode, or taking into account the error bias if in
isochronous mode.

MW Load is the generator load in MW.

Actuator Position (%) is the % actuator output demanded by the control.

Fuel Limit (%) is the % level of the closest fuel limiter.

PID Output is the % level output from the PID.

Engine Stopped indicates that the engine speed is below 350Hz.

Engine Running indicates that the engine speed is above the Engine Running speed
switch.

Ready To Sync indicates that the engine has reached Rated Speed and has
remained within the window for the required time.

Unit Sync Bias is the rpm bias from the unit synchroniser input.

Sys Sync Bias is the rpm bias from the system synchroniser input.

Droop Bias is the rpm bias calculated for droop.

Ref Before Bias (rpm) is the rpm speed reference before any biases (synch or droop) are
taken into account.

Gen Breaker Closed indicates that the Generator CB Aux input is closed.

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Isochronous Mode displays the status of the load sharing lines relay, which connects
the unit load sharing lines to the system load sharing lines. If true is
displayed, the control is in Isochronous mode.

% Load is the engine load, expressed as a % of the Rated Load.

LS Lines % is the % load represented on the load sharing lines.

Load Share Error is the error calculated between the % load on the load sharing
lines, and the % unit load.

KW Control Mode indicates that the control is in MW Control mode.

Load Reference (MW) is the MW reference value.

Remote Ref Selected indicates that the remote MW reference has been selected.

Remote Reference is the MW reference demanded by the remote reference input.

(MW)

MW Limit is the MW limit as determined by the frequency limiter curve.

*SPD DYNAMICS #1*

Proportional Gain #1 PID proportional gain adjustment for the dynamics gain. Increasing
the P term increases the gain, a value for P that is too large will
cause oscillation, if P is too small the offset from a transient will be
too large.

Integral Gain #1 (1/s) PID integrator rate adjustment for the dynamics, affects kW
recovery rate after a transient. A value for I that is too small will
change the actuator current slowly and speed will take a long time
to return to set speed after a transient, giving overdamped
response. If I is too large the actuator current will move too fast and
speed will overshoot and response will be underdamped.

S.D.R. #1 PID derivative ratio adjustment for the dynamics, when the
Generator CB Aux input is open. Set the amount of derivative (or
lead) action the control will have. Increasing the derivative ratio
value above 1 will decrease the derivative function giving the
control a PI type action. A value too large will make the system less
responsive. A value too small will make the system oscillate, and
cannot be compensated for with the proportional gain or the
integrator rate.

Dyn Select Delay (s) is the delay period for switching from Dynamics #2 to Dynamics #1,
after the Generator CB Aux contact input is opened.

Dyn Select Delay (s) is the delay period for switching from Dynamics #2 to Dynamics #1,
after the Generator CB Aux contact input is opened.

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Enable Deriv Dyn If true, the Gain Ratio function will be switched out, and the
Derivative Dynamics function will be switched in. Both functions are
multiplying, and will work on whichever dynamics is switched in at
the time (#1 or #2). The Gain Ratio multiplies the Proportional Gain,
based on the speed error, whilst the Derivative Dynamics multiplies
all three PID terms (individually tuneable), based on the rate of
change of engine speed.
Example:

*SPD DYNAMICS #2*

Proportional Gain #2 PID proportional gain adjustment for the dynamics gain, when the
Generator CB Aux input is closed. Increasing the P term increases
the gain, a value for P that is too large will cause oscillation, if P is

too small the offset from a transient will be too large.

Integral Gain #2 (1/s) PID integrator rate adjustment for the dynamics, affects recovery
rate after a transient, when the Generator CB Aux input is closed. A
value for I that is too small will change the actuator current slowly
and speed will take a long time to return to set speed after a
transient, giving overdamped response. If I is too large the actuator
current will move too fast and speed will overshoot and response
will be underdamped.

SDR #2 PID derivative ratio adjustment for the dynamics, when the
Generator CB Aux input is closed. Set the amount of derivative (or
lead) action the control will have. Increasing the derivative ratio
value above 1 will decrease the derivative function giving the
control a PI type action. A value too large will make the system less
responsive. A value too small will make the system oscillate, and
cannot be compensated for with the proportional gain or the
integrator rate.

Propgain Multiplier This value of this parameter determines the value of gain in the
control, should a speed sensor fail when the torsional filter is
enabled, and the Generator CB Aux input closed. The purpose of
this parameter is to slow the PID down in the event of the torsional
filter being disabled, when a speed sensor fails. Gain Value =
Propgain Multiplier * Proportional

*KW DYNAMICS*
(For MW control)

Proportional Gain PID proportional gain adjustment for the dynamics gain, when in
MW control mode. Increasing the P term increases the gain, a
value for P that is too large will cause oscillation, if P is too small
the offset from a transient will be too large.

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Integral Gain (1/s) PID integrator rate adjustment for the dynamics, affects recovery
rate after a transient, when in MW Control mode. A value for I that
is too small will change the actuator current slowly and speed will
take a long time to return to set speed after a transient, giving over
damped response. If I is too large the actuator current will move too
fast and speed will overshoot and response will be under damped.

SDR PID derivative ratio adjustment for the dynamics when in MW

Control mode. Set the amount of derivative (or lead) action the
control will have. Increasing the derivative ratio value above 1 will
decrease the derivative function giving the control a PI type action.
A value too large will make the system less responsive. A value too
small will make the system oscillate, and cannot be compensated
for with the proportional gain or the integrator rate.

Use Lower Prop. Band If selected true proportional value of kW dynamics is divided by 10
internally.

*GAIN SLOPE*

Load Bkpt #1 (%) This is the load breakpoint associated with 'Multiplier #1', for the
curve set up to calculate a proportional gain multiplier, which is
dependent on the engine load. At loads between points #1 & #2,the
multiplier is increased/decreased linearly between these two points.
For values of load at, or less than, breakpoint #1, the multiplier will
be 'Multiplier #1'.

Multiplier #1 This is the multiplier, associated with 'Load Bkpt #1', for the
calculation of the gain multiplier.

Load Bkpt #2 (%) This is the load breakpoint associated with 'Multiplier #2', for the
curve set up to calculate a proportional gain multiplier, which is
dependent on the engine load. At loads between points #1 & #2,
the multiplier is increased/decreased linearly between these two
points.

For values of load at, or greater than, breakpoint #2, the multiplier
will be 'Multiplier #2'.

Multiplier #2 This is the multiplier, associated with 'Load Bkpt #2', for the
calculation of the gain multiplier.

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*GAIN RATIO*

Error Window #1 (rpm) This value is the magnitude of a speed error at which the control
automatically switches to fast response, whilst the Generator CB
Aux input is open. The control does not use the absolute value of
speed error, but ‘anticipated’ speed error to make this switch. This
method provides for quick switching to the low gain value when
recovering from the speed transient. This provides smoother
switching than if the absolute speed error was used for the window.

Gain Ratio #1 This sets the ratio of the gain setting at steady state to the gain
setting during transient conditions, whilst the Generator CB Aux
input is open. The Gain Ratio operates in conjunction with the Error
Window and Proportional Gain adjustments, by multiplying the
Proportional Gain set point by the Gain Ratio when the speed error
is greater than the Error Window. This makes the control dynamics
fast enough to minimize engine speed overshoot on start-up and to
reduce the magnitude of speed error when loads are changing. This
allows a lower gain at steady state for better stability and reduced
steady-state actuator linkage movement. The Gain Ratio function is
disabled, if the Derivative Dynamics are enabled, and vice versa.

Error Window #2 (rpm) This value is the magnitude of a speed error at which the control
automatically switches to fast response, whilst the Generator CB
Aux input is closed. The control does not use the absolute value of
speed error, but ‘anticipated’ speed error to make this switch. This
method provides for quick switching to the low gain value when
recovering from the speed transient. This provides smoother
switching than if the absolute speed error was used for the window.

Gain Ratio #2 This sets the ratio of the gain setting at steady state to the gain
setting during transient conditions, whilst the Generator CB Aux
input is closed. The Gain Ratio operates in conjunction with the
Error Window and Proportional Gain adjustments, by multiplying the
Proportional Gain set point by the Gain Ratio when the speed error
is greater than the Error Window. This makes the control dynamics
fast enough to minimize engine speed overshoot on start-up and to
reduce the magnitude of speed error when loads are changing. This
allows a lower gain at steady state for better stability and reduced
steady-state actuator linkage movement. The Gain Ratio function is
disabled, if the Derivative Dynamics are enabled, and vice versa.

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*DERIV DYNAMICS*

P Deriv Bkpt #1 (rpm/s) This value is breakpoint #1 which relates to 'P Multiplier #1' of the
curve to determine the Proportional Gain multiplier, based on the
engine speed derivative (rate of change of speed). (rpm/s)

P Multiplier #1 This value is the multiplier #1 which relates to 'P Deriv Bkpt #1'of
the curve to determine the Proportional Gain multiplier, based on
the engine speed derivative (rate of change of speed).

P Deriv Bkpt #2 (rpm/s) This value is the breakpoint #2 which relates to 'P Multiplier #2'of
the curve to determine the Proportional Gain multiplier,
Based on the engine speed derivative (rate of change of speed).
(rpm/s)

Multiplier #2 This value is the multiplier #2 which relates to 'P Deriv Bkpt #2'of
the curve to determine the Proportional Gain multiplier, based on
the engine speed derivative (rate of change of speed).

I Deriv Bkpt #1 (rpm/s) This value is breakpoint #1 which relates to 'I Multiplier #1' of the
curve to determine the Integral Gain multiplier, based on the engine
speed derivative (rate of change of speed). (rpm/s)

I Multiplier #1 This value is the multiplier #1 which relates to 'I Deriv Bkpt #1' of
the curve to determine the Integral Gain multiplier, based on the
engine speed derivative (rate of change of speed).

I Deriv Bkpt #2 (rpm/s) This value is the breakpoint #2 which relates to 'I Multiplier #2' of
the curve to determine the Integral Gain multiplier, based on the
engine speed derivative (rate of change of speed). (rpm/s)

I Multiplier #2 This value is the multiplier #2 which relates to 'I Deriv Bkpt #2' of
the curve to determine the Integral Gain multiplier, based on the
engine speed derivative (rate of change of speed).

D Deriv Bkpt #1 (rpm/s) This value is breakpoint #1 which relates to 'D Multiplier #1' of the
curve to determine the S.D.R. multiplier, based on the engine
speed derivative (rate of change of speed). (rpm/s)

D Multiplier #1 This value is the multiplier #1 which relates to 'D Deriv Bkpt #1'of
the curve to determine the S.D.R. multiplier, based on the engine
speed derivative (rate of change of speed).

D Deriv Bkpt #2 (rpm/s) This value is the breakpoint #2 which relates to 'D Multiplier #2'of
the curve to determine the S.D.R. multiplier, based on the engine
speed derivative (rate of change of speed). (rpm/s)

D Multiplier #2 This value is the multiplier #2 which relates to 'D Deriv Bkpt #2'of
the curve to determine the S.D.R. multiplier, based on the engine
speed derivative (rate of change of speed).

*ENGINE SPEED*

Speed Filter (Hz) Normally, this value should not need to be adjusted, but can be
used to filter any undesirable frequencies on the speed pickups. If
tuned above 15.9Hz, the filter will automatically be disabled.

Filter Frequency (Hz) should be set to the resonant frequency of the speed signal which
requires filtering by the band-stop (notch) filter.

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Filter Q Factor adjusts the attenuation of the signal frequency, filtered by the band-
stop filter. The minimum value of 0.707 results in zero attenuation,
and as the value is increased, the attenuation is increased, and the
range of frequencies affected broadens.

Sensor Weight When using the torsional filter, it is possible to weight one speed
sensor input more heavily than the other. If this value is set
between 0.5 and 1, sensor #1 will be weighted more heavily then
sensor #2. Between 0 and 0.5, sensor #2 will be more heavily
weighted.

Engine Running (rpm) is the speed above which the engine is assumed to be running, for
monitoring purposes.

Two Speed Sensors? if selected false, the minor alarm relay will not be activated, should
a speed sensor input fail. The Alarm LED on the front of the 723
however, will still illuminate, as the failure is continuously detected.
The purpose of this parameter, is to prevent the minor alarm
activating, when only one speed pickup is used.

Dis Notch Filter if selected true will disable the Notch Filter.

*SPEED REFERENCE*

Minimum Speed (rpm) is the lowest rpm value to which the speed reference may be driven
by closing the Decrease Speed/Load contact input.

Maximum Speed (rpm) is the maximum value to which the speed reference may be driven
by closing the Increase Speed/Load contact input.

Accel/Decel Rate is the rate at which the speed reference ramps from Idle Speed to
(rpm/s) Rated Speed, and from Rated Speed to Idle Speed.

Idle/Rated Switch (rpm) The speed reference will start to ramp to the Rated Speed when
this switch speed is exceeded. It is recommended that this
parameter is tuned to a value slightly lower than the Idle Speed.

Inc/Dec Rate #1 (rpm/s) is the rate at which the speed reference is increased/decreased
using the Increase/Decrease contacts, when the Generator CB Aux
contact is open.

Inc/Dec Rate #2 (rpm/s) is the rate at which the speed reference is increased/decreased
using the Increase/Decrease contacts, when the Generator CB Aux
contact is closed.

*START/STOP*

Rundown Time (s) After a shutdown, this is the period for which the engine speed
must be below 350Hz, before the control will recognize the ‘run’
command.

Pulse/Cont Alarm? if selected true, the major alarm relay will de-energize for the Alarm
Pulse Time if a shutdown condition occurs. If false, the alarm will
remain latched, until the next ‘run’ command is received.

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Alarm Pulse Time (s) If the above option is selected true, this is the period for which the
major alarm relay output is de-energized.

Brkr Open Cmd NC? if selected true will set the output relay for the Breaker Open
Command as normally energised, and so when the breaker open
command is issued by the control, the relay is de-energised and
hence the contact opened.

Dig O/P #2 NC? if selected true will set the Digital Relay Output #2 as normally
energised, and so when the function for this output is activated
(Minor Alarm or Open Grid Breaker) by the control, the relay is de-
energised and hence the contact opened.

*SYNCHRONISING*

Rdy To Sync Limits is the synchronising speed window that the engine speed must be
(rpm) within.

Sync OK Dly Time (s) is the time duration that the engine must be running within the

synchronising speed window before the ready to synchronise

command is given.

Unit Synch Gain Adjustment of this value will increase or decrease the effect of the
analogue unit synchroniser input to the speed reference.

Ref Bias Pulse (rpm) is the value added to the speed reference, instantly, when the
generator breaker is closed. This is for a droop system, to ensure
that the generator is not driven into reverse power as soon as the
breaker is closed.

Sys Synch Gain Adjustment of this value will increase or decrease the effect of the
analogue bus tie synchroniser input to the speed reference.

Disable Unit Synch Select true if not using a Woodward Analogue synchroniser for
synchronisation between the generator and the bus.

Disable Sys Synch Select true if not using a Woodward Analogue synchroniser for bus
synchronisation.

Sync Filter (Hz) is for filtering the unit synchroniser input to the control.

*LOAD SHARING*

LS Error % When soft loading/unloading into isochronous load sharing, the

control will not establish isochronous load sharing, until the load
share error is within the limits determined by this parameter.

Load Gain sets the sensitivity to the load share error.

Auto Load Rate (kW/s) is the rate at which load is increased when soft loading into
isochronous load sharing.

Emergency Load Rate is the rate at which load is increased when soft loading into
(kW/s) isochronous load sharing, with the Emergency Loading Rate
contact closed.

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Auto Unload Rate is the rate at which load is decreased when soft unloading into
(kW/s) isochronous load sharing, from droop control. Also when using the
Unload feature to shed load and open the generator breaker.

Emergency Unload Rate is the rate at which load is decreased when soft unloading into
(kW/s) isochronous load sharing, from droop control, with the Emergency
Loading Rate contact closed. Also using the Unload feature to shed
load, with the Emergency Loading Rate contact closed.

Re-Load To Isoc? When operating in Isochronous Load Sharing mode, if the

Raise/Lower contacts are momentarily closed following the Unload
command (to abort the unload sequence), the setting of this value
will determine the course of action. If it is set true, the control will
re-load back into Isoch mode. If it is set false, the control will remain
at the load level it was aborted at, and remain in Droop mode.

*MW CONTROL*

Auto Load Rate (kW/s) is the rate at which load is increased when soft loading into remote
kW control.

Auto Unload Rate is the rate at which load is decreased when the Unload function is
(kW/s) used to shed load and open the generator breaker.

Raise Load Rate (kW/s) is the rate at which the kW reference is increased when in kW
control.

Lower Load Rate (kW/s) is the rate at which the kW reference is decreased when in kW
control.

Enable Instant Rate if selected true, when using the remote kW reference, once the
error between the kW and the kW reference is within the window,
the kW reference will change instantly as the remote reference
changes, all ramp rates will be overridden. This is useful when the
remote reference input is utilised to adjust the kW reference to
control Import/Export levels.

Instant Rate Window is the window applied to the Instant Rate function above.
(kW)

Ovrd Remote I/P Fail if selected true, will override the failed signal detection of the
remote kW reference input. When the remote reference input is
disabled, it is not possible to select remote reference kW control.

Deadband Window (kW) If the kW error is within this window, and Deadband KW Control is
enabled, no action will be taken to correct the error.

D/B Ctrl Ramp Rate If Deadband KW Control is enabled, this is the rate at which the
(kW/s) speed reference is increased/decreased to control the MW level.

Int MW Ref Rate (kW/s) If the internal MW reference is selected, this is the rate at which the
reference is ramped to the ‘Internal MW Ref’ level.

Internal MW Ref (%) This is the level to which the MW reference will ramp, when the
control is switched into MW Control mode, and the remote
reference is not selected, if the option has been selected in
Configure.

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*ENGINE LOAD*

Droop (%) is the % of rated speed by which the speed reference is drooped at
zero to full load.

Full Load Act % is the actuator % output at full load.

KW Filter (Hz) is the filter value. This value should not need to be adjusted, but
can be used to filter any undesirable frequencies picked up by the
MW transducer.

Load Filter (Hz) is the filter value. This value should not need to be adjusted, but
can be used to filter the internally derived position feedback.

Unload Trip Level (kW) When the control is in isochronous load sharing or MW control
mode, and the Unload command is given, the load will be
decreased to this level before the generator breaker open
command is issued.

Ovrd Load I/P Fail if selected true, will override the failed signal detection of the MW
transducer input. When the load input is disabled, isochronous load
sharing is not possible, and droop control is based on the actuator
position.

*FREQUENCY
LIMITER*

Bus Frequency (Hz) selects the frequency of the bus, normally set at 50 or 60Hz.

KW Limiter Hz #1, #2, These tuneable set-up the curve for the frequency limiter. See
#3 & #4, Maximum Load diagram below:
1 & 2 (MW).

Freq Error SP#1 is the frequency error (difference between actual bus frequency and
normal bus frequency) above which the Grid Breaker Open
command is issued.

Freq Error SP#2 is the frequency error (difference between actual bus frequency and
normal bus frequency) above which the Generator Breaker Open
command is issued.

Trip Delay (s) is the period of delay between detection and breaker open
command, if Freq Error SP#2 is exceeded.

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*FUEL LIMITERS*

Start Fuel Limit X1..X4 is the maximum % actuator output during engine start-up. This
(rpm), Start Fuel Limit should be set to value which gives optimum start characteristics,
Y1..Y4 (%) while minimizing smoke emissions due to over fuelling. A four point
curve is provided to allow different fuel limiting levels at different
speeds. e.g.

Maximum Fuel Limit (%) is the maximum % actuator output during normal engine operation.
This limit should normally be set just above the output at full load.

*FINAL DRIVER*

Hit Actuator, Actuator If the Actuator Hit has been enabled, when the Hit Actuator
Hit Pulse (s), Actuator parameter is tuned TRUE, the Actuator Hit Value will be subtracted
Hit Value (%) from the % actuator output, for a period of time (Actuator Hit Pulse).
This function is available for the purpose of testing and proving
dynamic set-up.

Stroke Actuator (%) If the configurable Stroke Actuator has been selected true, the
engine is stopped, and the Run/Stop contact is in the Stop
position, by adjusting this value, the actuator output can be
increased and decreased in order to calibrate an electric
actuator.

*GEN BRKR LOAD

REJ*

Load Rej Level (%) If the CB Aux contact is opened whilst the load is above this value,
the actuator will be forced to 0% for the Load Rej Period, as
determined by the curve set-up below.

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Load Level 1..2 (%),
Rejection Period 1..2 (s)

*GRD BRKR LOAD

REJ*

Load Rej Level (%) If the Parallel with Grid contact is opened whilst the load is above
this value, the actuator will be forced to 0% for the Load Rej Period,
as determined by the curve set-up below.

Load Level 1..2 (%),

Rejection Period 1..2 (s)

Enable Load Rej if selected true, will enable the load rejection pulse function, caused
by the grid breaker opening.

*CALIBRATION*

Remote I/P Offset If it is necessary to calibrate the Remote Analogue input,

adjustment of this parameter will alter the offset. To calibrate the
input, set the mA to zero, and ensure that the control is measuring
zero. If not, adjust the offset until it does. Then set the mA input to
20 mA. Ensure that the control measuring 20. If not, adjust the gain
until it does. Return the mA input to zero, and check that the control
is still measuring zero. If not, repeat the calibration process.

Remote I/P Gain. If it is necessary to calibrate the Remote Analogue input,

adjustment of this parameter will alter the gain

Load I/P Offset If it is necessary to calibrate the MW transducer input, adjustment

of this parameter will alter the offset. To calibrate the input, set the
mA to zero, and ensure that the control is measuring zero. If not,
adjust the offset until it does. Then set the mA input to 20 mA.
Ensure that the control is measuring 20. If not, adjust the gain until
it does. Return them A input to zero, and check that the control is
still measuring zero. If not, repeat the calibration process.

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Load I/P Gain If it is necessary to calibrate the MW transducer input, adjustment
of this parameter will alter the gain.

LS Lines Offset If it is necessary to calibrate Load Share Lines input, adjustment of

this parameter will alter the offset. To calibrate the load sharing
lines, contact Woodward Governor for further information.

LS Lines Gain If it is necessary to calibrate the Load Share Lines input,

adjustment of this parameter will alter the gain.

LS Load Offset If it is necessary to calibrate load output to the load sharing lines,
adjustment of this parameter will alter the offset. To calibrate the
load output to the load sharing lines, contact
Woodward Governor for further information.

LS Load Gain If it is necessary to calibrate the load output to the load sharing
lines, adjustment of this parameter will alter the gain.

Air I/P Offset If it is necessary to calibrate the input, adjustment of this parameter
will alter the offset.
To calibrate the input, set the mA to zero, and ensure that the
control is measuring zero. If not, adjust the offset until it does. Then
set the mA input to 20 mA. Ensure that the control is measuring 20.
If not, adjust the gain until it does. Return the mA input to zero, and
check that the control is still measuring zero. If not, repeat the
calibration process.

Air I/P Gain If it is necessary to calibrate the input, adjustment of this parameter
will alter the gain.

An O/P #1 Offset This parameter is the offset term, for calibration of analogue
output #1 (terminals 15 & 16).If it is necessary to calibrate the
output, set the parameter' Analogue Output #1' (in menu *ANALOG
O/P CONFIG*) to 7.Then adjust the 'An O/P Calibration' term to
zero, and measure the current from output #1. If it is not zero, then
adjust the offset term. Then adjust the 'An O/P Calibration' term to
20, and check the current again. If it does not read 20, then adjust
the gain term. Return to zero, and check again, and work through
the calibration process again if necessary.

An O/P #1 Gain This parameter is the gain term, for calibration of analogue
output#1 (terminals 15 & 16).

An O/P #2 Offset This parameter is the offset term, for calibration of analogue
output #2 (terminals 17 & 18). If it is necessary to calibrate the
output, set the parameter' Analogue Output #2' (in menu *ANALOG
O/P CONFIG*) to 7.Then adjust the 'An O/P Calibration' term to
zero, and measure the current from output #2. If it is not zero, then
adjust the offset term. Then adjust the 'An O/P Calibration' term to
20, and check the current again. If it does not read 20, then adjust
the gain term. Return to zero, and check again, and work through
the calibration process again if necessary.

An O/P #2 Gain This parameter is the gain term, for calibration of analogue output
#2 (terminals 17 & 18).

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An O/P #3 Offset This parameter is the offset term, for calibration of analogue
output #3 (terminals 19 & 20). If it is necessary to calibrate the
output, set the parameter 'Analogue Output #3' (in menu *ANALOG
O/P CONFIG*) to 7. Then adjust the 'An O/P Calibration' term to
zero, and measure the current from output #3. If it is not zero, then
adjust the offset term. Then adjust the 'An O/P Calibration' term to
20, and check the current again. If it does not read 20, then adjust
the gain term. Return to zero, and check again, and work through
the calibration process again if necessary.

An O/P #3 Gain This parameter is the gain term, for calibration of analogue output
#3 (terminals 19 & 20).

An O/P Calibration For any analogue output selected to Option 7 (calibration),

adjustment of this value between 0 & 20 will allow checking and
adjustment of the calibration of the output/metering device,
between 0 and 20 mA.

*MODBUS PORT
SETUP*

Hardware Config sets the communications hardware configuration, 1=RS-232, 2=RS-

422, 3=RS-485

Baud Rate sets the desired baud rate, an integer number in the range 1 to 7 is
to be used representing: 1=1200, 2=1800, 3=2400, 4=4800,
5=9600, 6=19200, 7=38400. The preferred baud rate is 9600. If the
chosen baud rate is 38400, then both J2 and J3 must be set
identical.

Stop Bits sets the desired number of stop bits, an integer number in the
range 1 to 3 is to be used representing: 1=1, 2=1.5, 3=2

Parity sets the desired parity, an integer number in the range 1 to 3 is to

be used representing: 1=OFF, 2=ODD, 3=EVEN

Timeout (s) If no communication is received within the Timeout period, a

communications error will occur.

Enable Modbus Alms If set false, communications errors are ignored by the control.

*SERVLINK SETUP*

Hardware Config sets the communications hardware configuration, 1=RS-232, 2=RS-

422, 3=RS-485

Baud Rate sets the desired baud rate, an integer number in the range 1 to 10
is to be used representing: 1=110, 2=300, 3=600, 4=1200, 5=1800,
6=2400, 7=4800, 8=9600, 9=19200, 10=38400. The preferred baud
rates are 9600 and 19200.

*DSLC COMMS
SETUP*

DSLC Service Pin must be toggled true/false when prompted, during LON binding
procedure. This should only be required during initial
commissioning.

DSLC Timeout If no communication is received within the Timeout period, a

communications error will occur.

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DSLC Xmit Time is the time period between transmissions from the 723 to the DSLC.

Reset LON is available for manually re-setting the LON in the event that it
becomes necessary.

*ANALOG O/P
CONFIG*

Analogue Output #1..#3 These will select the parameters which are output through the three
analogue output channels of the 723. 1=Actuator Position,
2=Engine Speed, 3=Percentage Load, 4=KW Reference, 5=Speed
#1, 6=Speed #2.

Eng Speed O/P @4mA, are for scaling the parameters output via the analogue 4–20 mA
Eng Speed O/P @ 20 outputs.
mA, KW Ref O/P @
4mA, KW Ref O/P @ 20
mA, Speed 1 O/P
@4mA, Speed 1 O/P
@20 mA, Speed 2 O/P
@ 4mA, Speed 2 O/P @
20 mA

*MAJOR ALARM*
this menu will only be displayed, if a Major Alarm has occurred.
Overspeed if true, the engine speed has reached the Overspeed Trip level.

Both Spd Sen Failed if true, both speed sensors have failed, i.e. below the Low Set -
point.

*MINOR ALARM*
this menu will only be displayed, if a Minor Alarm has occurred.
KW Sensor Failure if true, the analogue load input has failed, i.e. below 1mA, above
22mA.

Rem Ref Failure if true, the analogue remote reference input has failed, below 2mA,
above 22mA

Speed Sensor Fault if true, a speed sensor has failed, i.e. below the 250Hz

Modbus Comms if true, a communications failure has occurred with Modbus.

KW Limiting if true, the MW reference is being limited by the frequency limiter

curve.

Rem Sel Wire Break if true, following the selection of remote MW reference (closure of
both Increase & Decrease contacts), a single wire has been
disconnected or broken. Both contacts must be broken to de-select
remote kW reference.

DSLC Comms Fault if true, there has been a communications failure between the 723
and the DSLC.

*DSLC ANALOGUES*
this menu will display all of the necessary and relevant analogue
parameters, read in from the DSLC.

*DSLC BOOLEANS*
this menu will display all of the necessary and relevant Boolean
parameters, read in from the DSLC.

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Failure to save set points prior to removing power from the control
will cause them to revert to the previously saved settings.

Modbus Communications Address List

Boolean Writes
Address Description
0:0001 Run/Start Engine
0:0002 Stop Engine
0:0003 Increase Speed/Load
0:0004 Decrease Speed/Load
0:0005 Select Remote Reference
0:0006 Unload
0:0007 Droop
0:0008 Isochronous
0:0009 Emergency Loading Rate
0:0010 Reset
0:0011 Select KW Control
0:0012 Voltage Raise
0:0013 Voltage Lower
0:0014 Select Rated Speed
0:0015 Select Idle Speed

Boolean Reads
Address Description
1:0001 *MAJOR/SHUTDOWN ALARM*
1:0002 *MINOR ALARM*
1:0003
1:0004
1:0005
1:0006 OVERSPEED - SD
1:0007 BOTH SPEED SENSORS FAILED - SD
1:0008
1:0009
1:0010 KW SENSOR FAILURE - MINOR
1:0011 REMOTE REFERENCE FAILURE - MINOR
1:0012 SPEED SENSOR FAILURE - MINOR
1:0013 KW LIMITING - MINOR
1:0014 REMOTE SELECT, WIRE BREAK - MINOR
1:0015 DSLC COMMS FAULT
1:0016
1:0017
1:0018
1:0019 ENGINE STOPPED
1:0020 ENGINE RUNNING
1:0021 READY TO SYNCHRONISE
1:0022 GENERATOR BREAKER CLOSED
1:0023 ISOCHRONOUS MODE
1:0024 KW CONTROL MODE
1:0025 REMOTE REFERENCE SELECTED
1:0026
1:0027
1:0028
1:0029 DSLC ALARM OUTPUT
1:0030 DSLC VOLTAGE LOWER OUTPUT
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1:0031 DSLC VOLTAGE RAISE OUTPUT
1:0032 DSLC BREAKER CLOSE OUTPUT
1:0033 DSLC SYNC TIMEOUT ACTIVE
1:0034 DSLC SYNC RECLOSE ACTIVE
1:0035 DSLC LOAD HIGH LIMIT
1:0036 DSLC LOAD LOW LIMIT
1:0037 DSLC VOLTAGE RANGE
1:0038 DSLC VOLTAGE LOW LIMIT
1:0039 DSLC VOLTAGE HIGH LIMIT
1:0040 DSLC SYNCH STATE OFF
1:0041 DSLC SYNCH STATE CHECK
1:0042 DSLC SYNCH STATE PERMISSIVE
1:0043 DSLC SYNCH STATE RUN
1:0044 DSLC SYNCH STATE CLOSE TIMER
1:0045 DSLC SYNCH STATE SYNC TIMER
1:0046 DSLC SYNCH STATE SYNCHRONISED
1:0047 DSLC SYNCH CHECK I/P
1:0048 DSLC SYNCH PERM I/P
1:0049 DSLC SYNCH RUN I/P
1:0050 DSLC CB AUX I/P
1:0051 DSLC VOLTS RAISE I/P
1:0052 DSLC VOLTS LOWER I/P

Analogue Reads
Address Description
3:0001 ENGINE SPEED (rpm)
3:0002 ENGINE SPEED #1 (rpm)
3:0003 ENGINE SPEED #2 (rpm)
3:0004 SPEED REFERENCE (rpm)
3:0005 KW LOAD
3:0006 ACTUATOR POSITION (%)
3:0007 FUEL LIMIT
3:0008 PID OUTPUT
3:0009 % LOAD
3:0010 LS LINES %
3:0011 LOAD SHARE ERROR
3:0012 LOAD REFERENCE (kW)
3:0013 REMOTE REFERENCE (kW)
3:0014 KW LIMIT
3:0015 UNIT SYNCH BIAS (rpm)
3:0016 SYSTEM SYNCH BIAS (rpm)
3:0017 DROOP BIAS (rpm)
3:0018 SPEED REFERENCE BEFORE BIASES
3:0019 CHARGE AIR PRESSURE (bar)
3:0020
3:0021
3:0022

Analogue Writes
Address Description
4:0001 Remote KW Reference (kW)

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Chapter 5.
Application Programming

Graphical Application Programmer

When designing a new control system, much time may be spent re-writing, re-
testing and re-drawing documentation for software which has already been
proven in a similar application. The Woodward Governor Company has
developed a Graphical Application Programmer (GAP™), which allows the
applications engineer to efficiently re-use existing software with a minimum of
re-writing, re-testing and re-generating documentation. This application software
generating system is self-documenting so that the engineer who develops the
application will not be the only person who is able to efficiently modify the
software.

The GAP software allows the applications engineer to design the control system
logic with an integrated drawing package, which runs on a PC under the
Windows environment. Once the control software has been graphically entered,
the GAP/PC system automatically generates code which is loaded into the 723
to control the engine.

The GAP software blocks are written in C, a transportable language, which

means that it can be used on different hardware platforms. Because of this, the
same proven blocks which have been utilised in the past in various applications,
with different control platforms, will be used in future controls, without
introducing system bugs.

Similarly, just as the same blocks are re-used, the applications engineers using
the GAP software, build on a Woodward library of GAP software functions
which may be re-used from control to control, with little code generation and
testing time, and again, without introducing errors.

All changes and additions to the GAP software are generated, tested and
documented by an integrated team of software experts, so that the
improvement of the GAP software is an ongoing process. This process
minimizes the amount of time spent re-writing specific control functions, whilst
giving the applications engineer flexibility for design changes or special
requirements.

Run Time Performance

When more and more complex algorithms are implemented in a digital control,
the result can be a less than robust controller. One of the main advantages of
the GAP software is that all the blocks have been written as efficiently as
possible without jeopardising code stability. Blocks are written in one standard
language, and the interface between blocks is well defined. Unwanted
interactions between unrelated pieces of software have virtually been eliminated
with the GAP software.

The timing requirements of the code generated by the GAP software have also
been rigidly defined and adhered to. Variable execution time blocks have been
avoided. The non-variability in the execution times of the blocks means that a
control that runs efficiently during testing, is currently exercising the entire
control program. The user does not have to worry that under an unanticipated
set of conditions, the processor will become overburdened, and will not have
enough time to complete its assigned tasks. Only with predictable execution
times, can a multi-tasking operating system have a guaranteed update rate.
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ms. The GAP software guarantees that a task programmed to run every 10
milliseconds will run exactly every 10 milliseconds, regardless of what other
functions the control system is presently exercising.

System Support and Modification

During system support and modification, the advantages of the GAP software
become readily apparent. Because of the structure of the GAP software, and
because it generates its own documentation, changes to the control software
can be easily supported by field service personnel, and the original engineer is
not necessarily required for system support, or further modifications to the
software. If the control software were written with only the aid of a software
compiler like C or Pascal, any errors introduced in this code, might be almost
impossible to identify and repair. The GAP system generates its own
documentation that is guaranteed to match the control code generated.

The GAP system, because of its rigidly defined nature, allows Woodward to
exercise the same engineering change and revision control system procedures
used to control the manufacture of any control system part. This ISO 9001
approved engineering change system guarantees software compatibility, as well
as documentation that makes it possible to reproduce, diagnose, and repair
control logic bugs. If any bugs do escape, they will be well documented, and the
affected systems will be readily located and fixed.

GAP Process/Logic Blocks

The following table shows the range of process/logic blocks which are available
for application programming. Some of the blocks represent Woodward defined
functions (e.g. PID_ENGA), while others may be recognized as standard logic
functions (e.g. NOT).

ABSOLUTE B_FEEDBACK LAG PID_2

ADD B_FIRST LAG_2 PID_ENGA
AND B_MUX_N_1 LAG_3 PID_ENGALG
A_2_RM B_NAME LATCH PID_RECIP
A_3_RM B_SW LATCH1 PID_SAMPLE
A_COMPARE B_SW_REV LEAD PROP
A_FEEDBACK B_TO_INT LEADLAG_2 RAMP
A_FIRST CMD_TRIM LEAD_2 SAMP_HOLD
A_MONITOR CURVE_2D LEAD_LAG SQRT
A_MUX_N_1 CURVE_3D LSS_BUS SUBTRACT
A_MUX_S_N CURVE_OD MANCAL_AI SW_TIMER
A_NAME DEADBAND MANCAL_AO SYS_PERF
A_SW DELAY MULTIPLY TC_MON
A_SW_REV DIVIDE NAND T_FLIPFLOP
A_TO_INT EVENT_CORR NEGATE T_NAME
A_TO_TIME FLT_DIAG NOR T_TO_AN
BG_TESTS HSS_BUS NOT WGSPL
B_2_RM I_NAME ONE_SHOT XNOR
B_3_RM I_TO_AN OR XOR
B_ALARM JMP_RATE PID

Table 5-1. Process/Logic Program Blocks Examples

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Chapter 6.
Power Management Network

Network Architecture
A special Serial LonTalk® * Adapter (SLTA) is needed to make a network
‘binding’ between the DSLC™ and the 723 DCS.
*—LonTalk is a trademark of Echelon Corp.

An SLTA is a network interface that enables any PC to connect to a

LonWorks® * network. An SLTA enables the attached PC to act as an
application node on a LonWorks network. When used with a PC and the
LonManager LonMaker Installation Tool, the SLTA can also be used to build
sophisticated network management, monitoring and control tools for the
LonWorks network.
*—LonWorks is a trademark of Echelon Corp.

Once a DSLC has been ‘bound’ to a 723, the DSLC is no longer able
to automatically communicate via the LON, to other DSLCs. If it is
required for the DSLCs to communicate with each other, as well as a
723, the whole network will have to be taken into consideration. Each
723 and DSLC on the network will have to be entered into a database,
and identified and bound individually, therefore becoming part of the
communicating network.

Hardware
The network consists of one channel of the 723 and a DSLC.

More information regarding the DSLC (Digital Synchronizer & Load Control)
may be found in the manual number 02007.

The DSLC communicates with the 723 through shielded twisted pair wiring. The
specifications for the system require that listed level V type cable be used. For
systems where more than one 723/DSLC pair are installed, the network may be
wired directly from unit to unit, as shown in Figure 6-1, or each unit may be
connected to the network via stubs as in Figure 6-2. The network must be
terminated at both ends; each end is terminated by placing a jumper between
terminals 24 & 25 (723), and/or 41 & 42 (DSLC). There is no polarity associated
with the network wiring.

For optimum EMC performance, the network cable shield should be landed at
each unit, and the exposed wire length limited to 25 mm. At each end, the outer
insulation should be stripped and the bare shield tie-wrapped to the chassis.

Figure 6-1. Direct Wired Network

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Figure 6-2. Network Wired Via Stubs

The cable used for the network will affect the overall system performance with
respect to distance, stub length, and total number of nodes supported on a
single channel. Echelon recommends the use of UL Level IV, 0.325 mm² (22
AWG) twisted pair cable for the network bus as defined in UL’s LAN Cable
Certification Program, UL document number 200–120 20 M/11/91.

Proper LonWorks network wiring is critical to assure that the network operates
correctly. Figure 6-3 illustrates an example typical system. The system may
include other LonWorks compatible devices, such as a DSLC, Digital
Synchronizer & Load Control. The following requirements must be met:

1. Use only recommended shielded twisted pair cabling for the LonWorks
network. Correct cable is available from Woodward, Belden, or other
suppliers providing an equivalent cable.

Woodward part number 2008-349

Belden
PO Box 1980
Richmond, IN 47375
(1) 317 983 5200

Belden part number

P/N Description
9207 PVC 0.52 mm² (20 AWG) shielded. NC Type CL2, CSA Cert. PCC FT 1.
89027 Teflon 0.52 mm² (20 AWG) shielded, Plenum version. NEC Type CMP,
CSA Cert. FT 4.
YR28867 PVC 0.325 mm² (22 AWG) shielded.

2. Maximum cable length is dependent on temperature.

3. Stubs, or wiring drops, connecting intermediate devices to the main cable

are limited to 300 mm in length.

4. Shields must be carried through all breakout boxes to provide a

continuous shield throughout the network.

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5. The network must be properly terminated at each end of the cable. Internal
components are provided in the 723 DCS & DSLC, which provide proper
network termination with the installation of a jumper on the controls at each
end of the cable. Intermediate nodes should not have the termination
jumper installed.

Figure 6-3. Typical LON Set-up

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Chapter 7.
Modbus Communication

The 723 Digital Control utilizes AEG-Modicon Inc’s MODBUS protocol. The
Modbus protocol determines how the master and slaves establish and break off
contact, how the sender and receiver are identified, how messages are
exchanged in an orderly manner, and how errors are detected. The protocol
also controls the query and response cycle which takes place between the
master and slave devices.

The protocol provides for one master and up to 247 slaves on a common line.
Each slave is assigned a fixed unique device address in the range of 1 to 247.
Only the master can initiate a transaction. A transaction consists of a message
from the master to one of the slaves and a response from that slave to the
master.

The control supports two modes of transmission for Modbus. The mode defines
the individual units of information within a message, and the numbering system
used to transmit the data. Only one mode of transmission may be used per
Modbus system; mixing of modes is not possible. The two transmission modes
are ASCII (American Standard Code for Information Interchange) and RTU
(Remote Terminal Unit). The modes are defined in Table 7-1. The 723 DCS
uses either the ASCII or the RTU transmission mode.

ASCII RTU
CODING SYSTEM HEXADECIMAL 8 BIT BINARY
BITS PER CHARACTER 7 8
PARITY EVEN, ODD, NONE EVEN, ODD, NONE
STOP BITS 1 OR 2 1 OR 2
DATA TRANSMITTED
4 BITS 8 BITS
PER CHARACTER
ERROR CHECKING LRC CRC
(LONGITUDINAL (CYCLICAL
REDUNDANCY CHECK) REDUNDANCY CHECK)

Table 7-1. Modbus Transmission Modes

In RTU mode, the data is sent in 8-bit binary characters. In ASCII mode, each
RTU character is first divided into two 4-bit parts (high order and low order) and
then represented by their hexadecimal equivalent. The ASCII characters
representing the hexadecimal characters are used to construct the message.
ASCII mode uses twice as many characters as RTU mode. Additionally, in RTU
mode, message characters must be transmitted in a continuous stream. In
ASCII mode, breaks of up to 1 second can occur between characters.

There are two communication ports available in the 723. Both ports may be
configured for RS-232, RS-422 or RS-485 communications. If the
communication utilizes an RS-232 link, the distance between devices is limited
to a maximum distance of 15 meters (50 feet). It should be noted that the J3
port can communicate using either ASCII or RTU mode, whereas the J2 port is
only able to communicate using ASCII.

The 723 can be programmed as either a master or slave unit. When

programmed as a slave unit, it responds only after being asked for a set of
parameters. Typically the 723 will communicate as a slave with a Modbus
Master device utilizing a separate link to each device. However, if multi
dropping is used, one or two 723’s can be connected to one Master device on a
single link.

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The data is passed between the Master and the 723 in the form of message
frames (see Table 7-2). On any single multi drop link, each slave address must
be unique.

BEGINNING SLAVE FUNCTION DATA ERROR END OF

OF FRAME ADDRESS CODE CHECK FRAME
CODE

2 CHARS 2 CHARS 4 BITS DATA 2 CHAR CR LF

8 BITS 8 BITS PER CHAR 8 BITS

3-CHAR 1 CHAR 1 CHAR 8 BITS DATA 2 CHAR 3 CHAR

DEAD TIME 8 BITS 8 BITS PER CHAR 16 BITS DEAD
TIME

Table 7-2. Modbus Frame Definition

The function code portion of the message frame tells the addressed slave what
function to perform. Table 7-3 and Figure 7-1 define and list the function codes
supported by the 723.

Code Description Modbus Reference Address

1 Read digital outputs 0XXXX
2 Read digital inputs 1XXXX
3 Read analogue outputs 4XXXX
4 Read analogue inputs 3XXXX
5 Write single digital output 0XXXX
6 Write single analogue input 4XXXX
8 Loop back test - returns the query
(Sub function 0 only)
15 Write digital outputs 0XXXX
16 Write analogue outputs 4XXXX

Table 7-3. Modbus Function Codes

MODBUS
ADDRESS 0XXXX 1XXXX 3XXXX 4XXXX
0000

DIGITAL DIGITAL ANALOGUE ANALOGUE

OUTPUTS INPUTS INPUTS OUTPUTS

FFFF
FUNCTION 1, 5 & 15 2 4 3, 6 & 16
CODES

Figure 7-1. Modbus Function Codes

Table 7-6 shows typical Modbus frames for the various function codes. If a
slave detects an error in a message, it will not act on or respond to that
message. For any requested data that is undefined, the slave will respond with
a value of zero. The slave will respond with an exception response if it detects
illegal data in a message. Tables 7-4 and 7-5 list the exception errors displayed
by the 723 control.

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Code Name Meaning
1 Illegal Function The message function is not an allowable action
2 Illegal Data Address The message start address is not allowable address
9 Checksum Error The received message had an incorrect error check
code
10 Garbled Message The received message could not be decoded

Table 7-4. Modbus Slave Exception Error Codes

Code Name Meaning

1 Illegal Function This exception response received from a slave
2 Illegal Data Address This exception response received from a slave
9 Checksum Error The received message had an incorrect error check
code
10 Garbled Message The received message could not be decoded
20 Unsolicited Message A message was received without being requested
21 Function Mismatch Received message had a function code different from
the command
22 Slave Address Mismatch Received message had an address different from the
command
23 No Response The slave did not respond within 1.5 seconds

Table 7-5. Modbus Master Exception Error Codes

Function Message
Code Type
SLAVE FUNCTION START NUMBER ERROR
1,2,3,4 Query ADDRESS CODE ADDRESS OF CHECK
POINTS

SLAVE FUNCTION BYTE ANALOGUE OR ERROR

1,2,3,4 Response ADDRESS CODE COUNT DIGITAL DATA CHECK

Query
SLAVE FUNCTION DATA ANALOGUE OR ERROR
5,6 or ADDRESS CODE ADDRESS DIGITAL VALUE CHECK
Response
SLAVE FUNCTION START NUMBER ANALOGUE OR ERROR
15,16 Query ADDRESS CODE ADDRESS OF DIGITAL DATA CHECK
POINTS

SLAVE FUNCTION START NUMBER ERROR

15,16 Response ADDRESS CODE ADDRESS OF CHECK
POINTS

SLAVE FUNCTION ERROR ERROR

ALL Response ADDRESS CODE CODE CHECK

Table 7-6. Modbus Messages

The pertinent serial port communications parameters are adjustable. The

following table defines these parameters, and their ranges.

Parameter Typical Value Adjustment Range

Baud Rate 9600 1200 to 38400
Parity None None, Odd, Even
Stop Bits 1 1, 1, 1.5

Table 7-7. Communication Port Adjustments

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The Modbus communication ports in the 723 are custom programmed for each
application, and have unique Modbus addresses. The Modbus address listing
consists of Boolean Writes, Boolean Reads, Analogue Reads, and Analogue
Writes. The Boolean reads and writes are also referred to as input and holding
coils. The analogue reads and writes are also referred to as input registers and
holding registers.

All values that can be addressed by Modbus are considered to be discrete and
numeric. The discretes are a 1 bit binary, on or off value and the numerics are
16 bit values. Registers are interpreted by the 723 as signed 16 bit integers.
The maximum number of analogues in a single message is 59 for ASCII mode
and 118 for RTU mode. The maximum number of digitals in a single message is
944 for ASCII mode and 1888 for RTU mode.

Boolean Writes (Holding Coils)

Holding coils are logical signals that are both readable from and writable to the
723. An example of a Boolean write value would be ‘raise’ or ‘lower’ commands.
A logical true denoted by the value 1 will cause the command listed in the
description to be executed. The 723 control supports function codes 1, 5 and
15. These correspond to reading selected holding coils, writing to a single
holding coil, and writing to a multiple holding coils, respectively.

Boolean Reads (Input Coils)

Input Coils are logical signals that are readable from, but not writable to, the
723. An example of a Boolean read value would be an alarm indication. The ‘1:’
term in the address identifies an input coil. The 723 supports Modbus function
code 2, which involves reading selected input coils.

Analogue Reads (Input Registers)

Input registers are analogue values that are readable from, but not writable to,
the 723. An example of an analogue read value would be engine speed. The
value of the input registers are stored internal to the control as floating point
numbers representing engineering units (i.e. rpm or Hz). The values that are
transmitted are integer values ranging from –32767 to +32767. Since Modbus
can only handle integers, values that have a decimal point should be multiplied
by a constant before being sent by Modbus. The 723 supports Modbus function
code 4, which involves reading selected input registers.

Analogue Writes (Holding Registers)

Holding registers are analogue values that are writable to, but not readable
from, the 723. An example of an analogue write value would be a kW load
reference. The value of the holding registers are also stored in the control as
numbers representing engineering units. The 723 supports Modbus function
codes 3, 6 and 16. These correspond to reading selected holding registers,
writing to a single holding register, and writing to multiple holding registers,
respectively.

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Chapter 8.
Set Point Programming

Introduction
This chapter contains information on how to enter control set points, using
either a Hand Held Programmer or a PC Interface, (whichever is provided for
the application).

Hand Held Programmer and Menus

The Hand Held Programmer is a hand-held computer terminal that gets its
power from the 723 control. The terminal connects to the RS-422
communication serial port on the control (terminal J1). To connect the terminal,
slightly loosen the right-hand screw in the cover over J1 and rotate the cover
clockwise to expose the 9-pin connector. Then firmly seat the connector on the
terminal into J1.

The programmer does a power-up self-test whenever it is plugged into the

control. When the self-test is complete, the screen will display two lines of
information. This is information relating to the application. Pressing the 'ID' key
will change the display to show the part number of the control.

The programmer screen is a four-line, back lighted LCD display. The display
permits you to look at two separate functions or menu items at the same time.
Use the “Up/Down Arrow” key to toggle between the two displayed items. The
BKSP and SPACE keys will scroll through the display to show the remainder of
a prompt if it is longer than the display screen's 19 characters.

The 723 has two sets of menus; the Service menus and the Configure menus.
The Service menus allow easy access and tuning while the engine is running.
The Configure menus may only be entered if the I/O is shutdown, and hence
the engine stopped.

Hand Held Programmer Keys

The programmer keys do the following functions (see Figure 8-1):
 (left arrow) Moves backward through Configure or Service, one
menu at a time.
 (right arrow) Advances through Configure or Service, one menu at a
time.
(up/down arrow) Toggles between the two displayed items.
 (up arrow) Moves backward through each menu, one step at a
time.
 (down arrow) Advances through each menu, one step at a time.
Selects Service from Main Screen.
(turtle up) Increases the displayed set point value slowly.
(turtle down) Decreases the displayed set point value slowly.
(rabbit up) Increases the displayed set point value quickly (about
10 times faster than the turtle keys).
(rabbit down) Decreases the displayed set point value quickly (about
10 times faster than the turtle keys).
– (minus) Decreases set point values by one step at a time.
+ (plus) Increases set point values by one step at a time.
 (solid square) Not used.
ID Displays the 723 control part number and software
revision level.
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ESC To return to menu header or to main screen.
SAVE Saves entered values (set points).
 BKSP Scrolls left through line of display.
 SPACE Scrolls right through line of display.
ENTER Used when entering exact values and accessing
Configure.
= (equals) For entering exact values (within 10%).
 (decimal) To select Configure.

Figure 8-1. Hand Held Programmer Functions

Service Menus
To access the Service menus press the key. To move between menus, and
to move through set points within menus follow the instructions as for the
Configure menus. Also to return to the menu header, or to leave Service, follow
the Configure instructions.

Adjusting Set points

To adjust a set point, use the “Turtle Up” or the “Rabbit Up” keys to increase the
value, and the “Turtle Down” or “Rabbit Down” keys to decrease the value. The
“Rabbit Up” and “Rabbit Down” keys will make the rate of change faster than
the “Turtle Up” and “Turtle Down” keys. This is useful during initial set-up where
a value may need to be changed significantly. Where necessary, to select
TRUE, use either the “Turtle Up” or the “Rabbit Up” keys, and to select FALSE,
use the “Turtle Down” or “Rabbit Down” keys.

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To obtain an exact value, press the = key. Key in the required figure and press
ENTER.

This may only be done if the figure is within 10% of the existing
value, or for any adjustments made in Configure.

To save set points at any time, use the SAVE key. This will transfer all new set
point values into the EEPROM memory. The EEPROM retains all set points
when power is removed from the control.

To prevent possible damage to the engine resulting from improper

control settings, make sure you save the set points before removing
power from the control. Failure to save the set points before
removing power from the control causes them to revert to the
previously saved settings.

PC Interface
A PC Interface may be provided for tuning parameters, instead of the Hand
Held Programmer. This will consist of the ServLink Server, which acts as the
interface between the PC and the 723. The hardware communication link is
configurable for RS-232 or RS-422 (RS-422 only if using the 723 J1 port), and
the communications protocol is the Woodward developed ServLink.

The Woodward Watch Window can be used to interface with the ServLink
Server, as a Means for displaying the Service & Configure tuneable/monitors,
with the ability for tuning the parameters. Watch Window also offers the ability
to upload the tuneable parameters from the control, into a file, and also to
download the parameters stored in the file, into a control (of the same
type/application).

With each application manual. a list of each of the tuneable parameters will be
provided along with a description of each. Also, a listing of each of the tuneable
with the default values and the range of adjustment will be included.

The PC Interface should be installed on a PC running a Windows 32 bit

operating system (e.g. Windows 95 or NT).

Watch Window
Watch Window is a tool for viewing and adjusting the parameters of the 723
Control. An application can be quickly and easily developed by the user, by
assembling a number of tabbed sheets, onto which are ‘dropped’, the
parameters that are required for monitoring/adjusting. Watch Window is made
up of three types of window; Main Window, ServLink Explorer and ServLink
Inspector.

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Following is an example of Watch Window:

Main Window

The Main Window is the application controlling window, and provides the
standard menus for opening/closing/saving files, Cut/Copy/Paste of parameters,
and also for Adding /removing/renaming tabbed sheets to the application.

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ServLink Explorer
The Explorer is used to browse the set of variables available through the
ServLink Server.

The Explorer is composed of a set of tabbed sheets. Each sheet is associated

with a single control from a ServLink network. The sheet’s tab is labelled with
the associated control’s identifier.

Each sheet contains a tree view. The tree view displays the names of the
categories and blocks in a control’s application program in a hierarchical
structure. The names at each level in the tree are listed in alphabetical order.
Watch Window, which is normally supplied, will display the Configure and
Service menus only.

Selected variables can be used in Copy & Paste or Drag & Drop operations in
order to add a variable to an Inspector. Variables can be selected using the
mouse (left click) or keyboard (arrow keys). Selecting categories or blocks
selects all of the fields underneath them.

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ServLink Inspector
The Inspector is used to monitor and edit variables available through the
ServlLnk Server. The Inspector is composed of a set of tabbed sheets. Each
sheet contains a grid (the grid shown in the following example is reduced - other
fields headers are available to define which control a variable relates to, and if
relevant, which category and block name. Each sheet’s tab is labelled with a
user-definable name. The user has the ability to add and remove sheets using
menu items and/or tool bar buttons in the Main Window.

An icon to the left of the variable defines whether it is a monitor value, configure
tuneable or service tuneable (or debug tuneable if relevant):
 Service Tuneable
 Monitor Value
 Configure Tuneable

One or more variables can be selected using the mouse (left click) or keyboard
(arrow keys).If the user wishes to select multiple variables, they can do so by
performing one of these sequences:
 Select a variable, hold down the shift key, and arrow up or down until all of
the variables are selected.
 Click on a variable, hold down the shift key, and click on the last variable in
the series that the user wishes to select.

Selected variables can be used in Cut, Copy & Paste or Drag & Drop operations
in order to add a variable to an Inspector. If the selected variable is tuneable or
configurable the status bar will display the minimum and maximum value for
that variable. If multiple variables are selected, the minimum and maximum will
not be displayed for any of the selected variables.

The Inspector can have its configuration saved and restored. The Inspector can
be closed by using the Main Window or by clicking the standard windows close
button.

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Chapter 9.
Product Support and Service Options

Product Support Options

If you are experiencing problems with the installation, or unsatisfactory
performance of a Woodward product, the following options are available:
1. Consult the troubleshooting guide in the manual.
2. Contact the OE Manufacturer or Packager of your system.
3. Contact the Woodward Business Partner serving your area.
4. Contact Woodward technical assistance via email
([email protected]) with detailed information on the
product, application, and symptoms. Your email will be forwarded to an
appropriate expert on the product and application to respond by telephone
or return email.
5. If the issue cannot be resolved, you can select a further course of action to
pursue based on the available services listed in this chapter.

OEM or Packager Support: Many Woodward controls and control devices are
installed into the equipment system and programmed by an Original Equipment
Manufacturer (OEM) or Equipment Packager at their factory. In some cases, the
programming is password-protected by the OEM or packager, and they are the
best source for product service and support. Warranty service for Woodward
products shipped with an equipment system should also be handled through the
OEM or Packager. Please review your equipment system documentation for
details.

Woodward Business Partner Support: Woodward works with and supports a

global network of independent business partners whose mission is to serve the
users of Woodward controls, as described here:
 A Full-Service Distributor has the primary responsibility for sales,
service, system integration solutions, technical desk support, and
aftermarket marketing of standard Woodward products within a specific
geographic area and market segment.
 An Authorized Independent Service Facility (AISF) provides authorized
service that includes repairs, repair parts, and warranty service on
Woodward's behalf. Service (not new unit sales) is an AISF's primary
mission.
 A Recognized Engine Retrofitter (RER) is an independent company that
does retrofits and upgrades on reciprocating gas engines and dual-fuel
conversions, and can provide the full line of Woodward systems and
components for the retrofits and overhauls, emission compliance
upgrades, long term service contracts, emergency repairs, etc.

A current list of Woodward Business Partners is available at

www.woodward.com/directory.

Product Service Options

Depending on the type of product, the following options for servicing Woodward
products may be available through your local Full-Service Distributor or the
OEM or Packager of the equipment system.
 Replacement/Exchange (24-hour service)
 Flat Rate Repair
 Flat Rate Remanufacture

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Replacement/Exchange: Replacement/Exchange is a premium program
designed for the user who is in need of immediate service. It allows you to
request and receive a like-new replacement unit in minimum time (usually within
24 hours of the request), providing a suitable unit is available at the time of the
request, thereby minimizing costly downtime.

This option allows you to call your Full-Service Distributor in the event of an
unexpected outage, or in advance of a scheduled outage, to request a
replacement control unit. If the unit is available at the time of the call, it can
usually be shipped out within 24 hours. You replace your field control unit with
the like-new replacement and return the field unit to the Full-Service Distributor.

Flat Rate Repair: Flat Rate Repair is available for many of the standard
mechanical products and some of the electronic products in the field. This
program offers you repair service for your products with the advantage of
knowing in advance what the cost will be.

Flat Rate Remanufacture: Flat Rate Remanufacture is very similar to the Flat
Rate Repair option, with the exception that the unit will be returned to you in
“like-new” condition. This option is applicable to mechanical products only.

Returning Equipment for Repair

If a control (or any part of an electronic control) is to be returned for repair,
please contact your Full-Service Distributor in advance to obtain Return
Authorization and shipping instructions.

When shipping the item(s), attach a tag with the following information:
 return number;
 name and location where the control is installed;
 name and phone number of contact person;
 complete Woodward part number(s) and serial number(s);
 description of the problem;
 instructions describing the desired type of repair.

Packing a Control
Use the following materials when returning a complete control:
 protective caps on any connectors;
 antistatic protective bags on all electronic modules;
 packing materials that will not damage the surface of the unit;
 at least 100 mm (4 inches) of tightly packed, industry-approved packing
material;
 a packing carton with double walls;
 a strong tape around the outside of the carton for increased strength.

To prevent damage to electronic components caused by improper

handling, read and observe the precautions in Woodward manual
82715, Guide for Handling and Protection of Electronic Controls,
Printed Circuit Boards, and Modules.

Replacement Parts
When ordering replacement parts for controls, include the following information:
 the part number(s) (XXXX-XXXX) that is on the enclosure nameplate;
 the unit serial number, which is also on the nameplate.

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Engineering Services
Woodward’s Full-Service Distributors offer various Engineering Services for our
products. For these services, you can contact the Distributor by telephone or by
email.
 Technical Support
 Product Training
 Field Service

Technical Support is available from your equipment system supplier, your

local Full-Service Distributor, or from many of Woodward’s worldwide locations,
depending upon the product and application. This service can assist you with
technical questions or problem solving during the normal business hours of the
Woodward location you contact.

Product Training is available as standard classes at many Distributor

locations. Customized classes are also available, which can be tailored to your
needs and held at one of our Distributor locations or at your site. This training,
conducted by experienced personnel, will assure that you will be able to
maintain system reliability and availability.

Field Service engineering on-site support is available, depending on the

product and location, from one of our Full-Service Distributors. The field
engineers are experienced both on Woodward products as well as on much of
the non-Woodward equipment with which our products interface.

For information on these services, please contact one of the Full-Service

Distributors listed at www.woodward.com/directory.

Contacting Woodward’s Support Organization

For the name of your nearest Woodward Full-Service Distributor or service
facility, please consult our worldwide directory published at
www.woodward.com/directory.

You can also contact the Woodward Customer Service Department at one of
the following Woodward facilities to obtain the address and phone number of
the nearest facility at which you can obtain information and service.

Products Used In Products Used In Products Used In

Electrical Power Systems Engine Systems Industrial Turbomachinery
Systems
Facility Phone Number Facility Phone Number Facility Phone Number
Brazil +55 (19) 3708 4800 Brazil +55 (19) 3708 4800 Brazil +55 (19) 3708 4800
China +86 (512) 6762 6727 China +86 (512) 6762 6727 China +86 (512) 6762 6727
Germany: Germany +49 (711) 78954-510 India +91 (129) 4097100
Kempen ---- +49 (0) 21 52 14 51 India +91 (129) 4097100 Japan +81 (43) 213-2191
Stuttgart-- +49 (711) 78954-510 Japan +81 (43) 213-2191 Korea +82 (51) 636-7080
India +91 (129) 4097100 Korea +82 (51) 636-7080 The Netherlands - +31 (23) 5661111
Japan +81 (43) 213-2191 The Netherlands - +31 (23) 5661111 Poland +48 12 295 13 00
Korea +82 (51) 636-7080 United States ---- +1 (970) 482-5811 United States ---- +1 (970) 482-5811
Poland +48 12 295 13 00
United States ---- +1 (970) 482-5811

For the most current product support and contact information, please visit our
website directory at www.woodward.com/directory.

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Technical Assistance
If you need to contact technical assistance, you will need to provide the following
information. Please write it down here before contacting the Engine OEM, the Packager, a
Woodward Business Partner, or the Woodward factory:

General
Your Name

Site Location

Phone Number

Fax Number

Prime Mover Information

Manufacturer

Engine Model Number

Number of Cylinders
Type of Fuel (gas, gaseous, diesel,
dual-fuel, etc.)
Power Output Rating
Application (power generation, marine,
etc.)
Control/Governor Information
Control/Governor #1

Woodward Part Number & Rev. Letter

Control Description or Governor Type

Serial Number

Control/Governor #2

Woodward Part Number & Rev. Letter

Control Description or Governor Type

Serial Number

Control/Governor #3

Woodward Part Number & Rev. Letter

Control Description or Governor Type

Serial Number

Symptoms
Description

If you have an electronic or programmable control, please have the adjustment setting positions or
the menu settings written down and with you at the time of the call.

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