Programming S&C Overcurrent Control

S&C Vista Underground Distribution Switchgear
Undercover, Vault-Mounted, and Pad-Mounted Styles
Programming S&C Overcurrent Control

Table of Contents
Section
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Introduction
Qualified Persons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Read this Instruction Sheet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Retain this Instruction Sheet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Description
General. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power and Sensing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Time-Current Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Event Recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Self Testing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Single-Pole or Three-Pole Tripping. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Self-Test Report
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Safety Information
Understanding Safety-Alert Messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Following Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacement Instructions and Labels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Location of Safety Labels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Setting Up for Programming

in the Field
Connecting a Personal Computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Setting the Communication Parameters. . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Setting Up for Programming

in the Shop
Electronics and Burden Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Removing the Electronics Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Connecting a Personal Computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Setting the Communication Parameters. . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Reinstalling the Electronics Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Viewing of Self-Test Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Response to Self-Test Failure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Self-Test Failures and Warnings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Specifications
Port Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CT Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steady State Accuracy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Time-Overcurrent Pickup Accuracy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Time-Overcurrent Response. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Instantaneous Pickup Accuracy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Instantaneous Response . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Definite-Time Response. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Appendix A
External Connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Appendix B
Communication Parameters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Appendix C
Using Terminal Emulator Programs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
HyperTerminal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
AcSELerator QuickSet 5030. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Appendix D
Coordination. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Appendix E
Overcurrent Control Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Programming
Factory-Default Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Fault Interrupters 1 and 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Passwords. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Main Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
View Menu 1 or 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Configure Menu 1 or 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Change User Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Group Configure Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Test Trip Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
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Instruction Sheet 681-515
Introduction
Qualified Persons
WARNING
The equipment covered by this publication must be operated and maintained by qualified
persons who understand any hazards involved and are thoroughly trained in the operation
and maintenance of electronic control devices which are used in conjunction with power distribution equipment. These instructions are intended only for such qualified persons. They
are not intended to be a substitute for adequate training and experience in safety procedures for this type of equipment.
Read this
Instruction Sheet
Thoroughly and carefully read this instruction sheet before programming, operating,
or maintaining your S&C Overcurrent Control. Familiarize yourself with the safety
information on page 3. The latest version of this instruction sheet is available online in
PDF format at sandc.com/Support/Product-Literature.asp
Retain this
Instruction Sheet
This instruction sheet is a permanent part of your S&C Vista Underground Distribu
tion Switchgear. Designate a location where you can easily retrieve and refer to this
publication.
Warranty
The warranty and/or obligations described in S&Cs standard conditions of sale, as

set forth in Price Sheet 150, plus any special warranty provisions, as set forth in the
applicable product-line specification bulletin, are exclusive. The remedies provided in the
former for breach of these warranties shall constitute immediate purchasers or end users
exclusive remedy and a fulfillment of all sellers liability. In no event shall sellers liability
to immediate purchaser or end user exceed the price of the specific product which gives
rise to immediate purchasers or end users claim. All other warranties whether express
or implied or arising by operation of law, course of dealing, usage of trade or otherwise,
are excluded. The only warranties are those stated in Price Sheet 150, and THERE ARE
NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR
A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. ANY EXPRESS WARRANTY OR OTHER OBLIGATION
PROVIDED IN PRICE SHEET 150 IS GRANTED ONLY TO THE IMMEDIATE PURCHASER
AND END USER, AS DEFINED THEREIN. OTHER THAN AN END USER, NO REMOTE
PURCHASER MAY RELY ON ANY AFFIRMATION OF FACT OR PROMISE THAT
RELATES TO THE GOODS DESCRIBED HEREIN, ANY DESCRIPTION THAT RELATES
TO THE GOODS, OR ANY REMEDIAL PROMISE INCLUDED IN PRICE SHEET 150.
2 S&C Instruction Sheet 681-515
Safety Information
Understanding
Safety-Alert
Messages
There are several types of safety-alert messages which may appear throughout this
instruction sheet as well as on labels attached to the S&C Overcurrent Control. Famil
iarize yourself with these types of messages and the importance of the various signal
words, as explained below.
DANGER
DANGER identifies the most serious and immediate hazards which will likely
result in serious personal injury or death if instructions, including recommended pre
cautions, are not followed.
WARNING
WARNING identifies hazards or unsafe practices which can result in serious personal injury or death if instructions, including recommended precautions, are
not followed.
CAUTION
CAUTION identifies hazards or unsafe practices which can result in minor
personal injury or product or property damage if instructions, including recommended
precautions, are not followed.
NOTICE
NOTICE identifies important procedures or requirements that, if not followed, can result in
product or property damage if instructions are not followed.
Following Safety
Instructions
If you do not understand any portion of this instruction sheet and need assistance,
con
tact your nearest S&C Sales Office or S&C Authorized Distributor. Their telephone numbers are listed on S&Cs website sandc.com Or call S&C Headquarters
at (773) 338-1000; in Canada, call S&C Electric Canada Ltd. at (416) 249-9171.
NOTICE
Thoroughly and carefully read this
instruction sheet before programming
your S&C Overcurrent Control.
Replacement
Instructions
and Labels
If you need additional copies of this instruction sheet, contact your nearest S&C Sales
Office, S&C Headquarters, or S&C Electric Canada Ltd.
It is important that any missing, damaged, or faded labels on the equipment be
replaced immediately. Replacement labels are available by contacting your nearest S&C
Sales Office, S&C Headquarters, or S&C Electric Canada Ltd.
S&C Instruction Sheet 681-5153
Safety Information
Location of Safety Labels
WARNING
Hazardous voltage inside can shock, burn,
or cause death.
Electronics module
Enclosure for overcurrent control with cover removed to show electronics module.
Burden-board module
DANGER
Never disconnect current transformer
secondary circuits without de-energizing
the switchgear. Hazardous voltage will
shock, burn, or cause death.
Electronics module removed to show burden-board module.
Description
General
The following instructions are for field and shop programming of the S&C Overcurrent
Control. This microprocessor-based control is designed for use on S&C Vista Under
ground Distribution Switchgear to provide fault detection and operation of the resettable,
vacuum fault interrupters. Each overcurrent control operates up to six single-pole fault
interrupters or two three-pole fault interrupters. The control is housed in an enclosure
which is mounted on the operation side of the switchgear. For UnderCover and Wet-VaultMounted Style Vista units, the enclosure is fully submersible. The electronics module is
removable for programming in the shop.
Programming
A personal computer furnished by the user is to be used to input settings, review set
tings, and interrogate the event recorder. The software for programming the overcurrent
control is contained within the control. Two data ports are providedone on the
enclosure for programming in the field, and another on the electronics module for
programming in the shop. Adapter cables are available from S&C (see Instruction Sheet
681-515A) to connect the computer to the control.
An external power source is required for programming and interrogating the control.
A source of dc power is available from the mouse or USB port on the personal computer.
The adapter cables contain connectors for data and power to utilize the power available
from the computer.
Enclosure is mounted on switchgear in

operation compartment (Pad-Mounted and
Dry-Vault-Mounted Style shown herea
stainless-steel enclosure is provided for
UnderCover and Wet-Vault-Mounted Style
Vista)
Adapter cable connects overcurrent

control to a personal computer
Personal computer is used to input

settings and interrogate event recorder
Description
Power and Sensing
Current transformers are provided inside the switchgear tank for each set of three singlepole fault interrupters or each three-pole fault interrupter. These current transformers
provide primary current sensing ranging from 50 to 12,500 amperes (100 to 25,000 amperes
for 900-ampere and 1200-ampere models). Vista UDS rated above 12.5 kA short circuit
will respond to fault currents above 12.5 kA, but the event log will only record that a fault
above 12.5 kA has occurred (or 25 kA for 900-ampere and 1200-ampere models). The
overcurrent control is capable of sensing and responding to both phase overcurrents and
ground overcurrents.
The power derived from the current transformers is used to operate the control and
to charge the trip capacitors which discharge into magnetic latching solenoids to trip the
fault interrupters during a fault. No external power is required for operation of the control
in the field.
Time-Current
Characteristics
The overcurrent control features time-current characteristic (TCC) curves consisting

of phase-overcurrent curves and ground-overcurrent curves. The families of curves are
included as follows:
S&C Standard Speed curves (for use in place of conventional E rated power fuses.
S&C K Speed curves (for use in place of conventional K rated power fuses).
Tap Fault Interrupter curves.
Main Fault Interrupter curves.
ANSI U.S. and IEC curves per IEEE Standard C37.112-1996 U1, U2, U3, U4, U5, C1, C2,
C3, C4, and C5.
The tap and main fault-interrupter TCC curves can be customized into hundreds
of different curves using a variety of instantaneous-pickup settings (discrete choices
from 0.2 kA through 6 kA), and definite-time delay settings (discrete choices from
32 ms through 128 ms). For even more specialized shapes, an instantaneous-pickup
setting can be combined with a definite-time delay setting. The minimum total
clearing timefrom initiation of the fault to total clearingis 40 milliseconds.
Settings
(See Appendix E for a
complete list of settings)
The overcurrent control has a phase-overcurrent pickup setting and an independent

ground-overcurrent pickup setting for each set of three single-pole fault interrupters or
each three-pole fault interrupter.
The input parameters for both the phase- and ground-overcurrent curves include
minim um pickup levels, instantaneous-pickup levels, and definite-time delays.
Phase-overcurrent pickup settings and ground-overcurrent pickup settings are made
independently. If desired, the ground-overcurrent curve and the instantaneouspickup and definite-time-delay attributes can be disabled. When E-speed or K-speed
curves are selected, the ground-overcurrent pickup setting is disabled as are the
instantaneous-pickup and definite-time-delay attributes. An example of how to select set
tings for the overcurrent control is shown in Appendix D.
A choice of 50- or 60-hertz operation are also offered. For single-pole fault interrupters,
a choice of single-pole or three-pole trip is also offered (single-pole tripping is not possible
with three-pole fault interrupters).
The definite-time delay setting will override the instantaneous setting when the definite-time delay setting is activated before the instantaneous
setting.
Description
Event Recording
The overcurrent control features an internal event recorder that captures the last
twelve fault operations for each fault interrupter. The event log indicates which poles
have experienced a fault, the magnitude of the fault, and whether or not a ground
overcurrent was involved. This information can be accessed via a personal computer
connected to the data port of the control.
Self Testing
Whenever the overcurrent control is powered upand then periodically thereaf

terit automatically goes through a self-test procedure to test vital subsystems and
ensure proper operation. The control checks the trip capacitors, power-supply volt
age, RAM, EEPROM, integrity of the data, and voltage control. It then flags whatever
fails the self-test.
Single-Pole or
Three-Pole Tripping
Three-pole fault interrupters are factory-programmed for three-pole tripping. This

setting should not be changed since single-pole tripping is not possible with threepole fault interrupters. However, when used with single-pole fault interrupters, the
overcurrent control can be programmed for either single-pole or three-pole tripping
of the fault interrupters. Single-pole tripping operation is when the control trips
only those fault interrupters on the phases that have experienced a fault. When set
for single-pole tripping operation, the control will not trip the fault interrupters in
response to a ground fault, but will respond to a phase overcurrentwhether or not
it involves ground.
Three-pole tripping operation is when the control trips all three fault interrupters
regardless of which phase has experienced a fault. For three-pole tripping operation,
a ground-fault setting is available and the control will operate the fault interrupters
in response to a ground overcurrent.
Setting Up for Programming in the Field

Connecting a Personal Computer
A data port for communications is provided at the top of
the enclosure that houses the overcurrent control. This
data port, which is connected to the electronics module
inside the enclosure, cannot draw power from the control
and must be powered from an external source while in
use. When the data port is in use, the power-connection
points (Pins 1 and 4) power the control. The allowable
voltage range is 45 Vdc, and the power consumption is
1.8 W nominal, 2.2 W maximum.
Adapter cables are available from S&C (see Instruction
Sheet 681-515A) for connecting the control to a user-furnished
personal computer in the field. These cables provide for both
communications and power.
Adapter cableconnect cable to

communications data port on enclosure
Data port
Overcurrent control(Pad-Mounted and

Dry-Vault-Mounted Style enclosure shown)
For Microsoft Windows users, no special software is

required to communicate with the control. The user interface
is menu driven within the control. Use the HyperTerminal
program provided with Microsoft Windows or other terminal
emulator program to set or interrogate the control.
Microsoft Windows Vista, Windows 7, and Windows 8
users will have to install a terminal emulator program. See
Appendix C for further instructions.
Setting the Communication Parameters

Set the communication parameters shown in Appendix B.
Refer to Appendix C for additional instructions regarding
terminal emulation programs.
Adapter cableconnect cable to personal

computer (USB Style cable not shown)
Setting Up for Programming in the Shop

Electronics and
Burden Board
DANGER
Never disconnect CT secondary circuits without de-energizing the switchgear. Hazardous
voltage will shock, burn, or cause death.
CAUTION
When the electronics module is removed from its enclosure, the associated fault interrupters will not provide fault protection
The overcurrent control consists of an electronics module and a burden-board module

(burden board and base plate). Two current transformers (CTs) are provided for each
fault-interrupter pole; one supplies measurement current for the control and the other
supplies power for the control. The burden board rectifies the power and also transforms
the measurement current from the CT secondaries into voltage. It then passes rectified
power and current signals to the electronics module. The burden board provides the
burden for the CTs so that the electronics module can be removed and replaced while
the Vista switchgear is energized. A grounded shield protects the user from contact with
the CT secondaries should the secondaries become disconnected from the burden board.
Removing the
Electronics Module
1. Loosen the captive screws or bolts

that secure the cover of the controls
enclosure in place and remove the
cover.
Four captive screws

secure cover to Pad-Mounted or
Dry-Vault-Mounted Style enclosures;
22 bolts secure cover to submersible
enclosures
CAUTION
ALWAYS disconnect the trip connectors from the electronics module before removing the
module from the base plate. Failure to follow this precaution may result in the unexpected operation of a fault interrupter.
Electronics module
Trip connectorsloosen both trip connectors and remove

them from electronics module
2. Disconnect the two trip connectors from the front of the electronics module.

3. Loosen the two captive screws that secure the electronics module to the base
plate.
Captive screws secure electronics

module to base plate. Loosen the two screws
to prepare for removal of electronics module
4. Grasp the electronics module by the handle and lift it upward slightly away from
the base plate. This raises the stand-off attached to the inside of the cover of the
electronics module, allowing the CT shorting clip to make its connection to the
power CT secondaries and short circuit the secondaries. After the CT secondar
ies are short circuited, the connection between the electronics module and the
burden-board module breaks.
Blind-mate
connector on
main board
Electronics module
Stand off
Blind-mate
connector
on burden
board
Shorting
clip
Burden-board module
5. Slide the electronics module a short distance away from the rear wall of the base
plate, lift the module up, and remove it from the base plate.
Electronics moduleremove electronics module

from enclosure by sliding the module
forward slightly and lifting it upward

Connecting a Personal Computer
Electronics module
A data port for communications is provided at the top of

the enclosure that houses the overcurrent control. This
data port, which is connected to the electronics module
inside the enclosure, cannot draw power from the control
and must be powered from an external source while in
use. When the data port is in use, the power-connection
points (Pins 1 and 4) power the control. The allowable
voltage range is 45 Vdc, and the power consumption is
1.8 W nominal, 2.2 W maximum.
Data port
Adapter cables are available from S&C (see Instruction

Sheet 681-515A) for connecting the control to a user-furnished
personal computer in the field. These cables provide for
both communications and power.
Adapter cableconnect cable

to data port on electronics module
For Microsoft Windows users, no special software

is required to commun icate with the control. The
user interface is menu driven within the control. Use
the HyperTerminal program provided with Microsoft
Windows or other terminal emulator program to set or
interrogate the control. Microsoft Windows Vista,
Windows 7, and Windows 8 users will have to install a
terminal emulator program. See Appendix C for further
instructions.
Setting the Communication Parameters

Set the communication parameters shown in Appendix B.
Refer to Appendix C for additional instructions regarding
terminal emulation programs.
Adapter cableconnect cable

to personal computer (USB
Style cable not shown)

Reinstalling the
Electronics Module
1. Hold the electronics module by the handle at the front of the module.
2. Place the rear of the electronics module onto the base plate of the burden-board module
while holding the front of the electronics module away from the base plate at a slight
angle. Slide the electronics module back until it engages the rear wall of the base plate.
Two slots at the back of the electronics module will engage with the tabs in the base
plate which hold the electronics module in place.
Electronics modulereinstall electronics module by

sliding it toward rear wall of base plate at a slight angle.
After module engages tabs, lower it onto the base plate
3. Lower the front of the electronics module onto the base plate. This connects the elec
tronics module to the burden-board module. It also lowers the stand-off which pushes
the CT shorting clip away from the burden board removing the short circuit from the
power CT secondaries. The control will power up if sufficient current is flowing through
the Vista switchgear.
Blind-mate connectors on main board and burden board
Electronics module
Stand off
Shorting
clip
Burden board
Base plate

4. Tighten the two captive screws that secure the electronics module to the base plate.
Captive screwstighten the two screws

to secure electronics module to base plate
5. Connect the two trip connectors to the front of the electronics module. The trip
connectors are keyed and cannot be swapped or installed incorrectly.
Trip connectorsfasten both trip connectors

to electronics module
6. Place the cover on the controls enclosure and tighten the captive screws or bolts
that secure the cover in place.
Four captive screws secure cover to Pad-Mounted or Dry-VaultMounted Style enclosures; 22 bolts secure cover to submersible
enclosures (tightened to 15 foot-pounds)
Programming
Factory-Default
Settings
The overcurrent control is provided with the factory-default settings shown here.
Fault Interrupters 1
and 2
Each overcurrent control is capable of operat

ing up to two fault interrupters. To
differentiate between the two fault interrupters, the programming software refers to Fault
Interrupter 1 and Fault Interrupter 2. If the control is operating two fault interrupters, the
fault interrupter to the left of the control (as you are facing the operating compartment) is
Fault Interrupter 1 and the fault interrupter to the right of the control is Fault Interrupter
2. If there is only one fault interrupter, it is Fault Interrupter 2.
TCC Curve Type

=E
Curve Selection
= 200E
Instantaneous Pickup (Amps) = NA
Definite-Time Delay (ms)
= NA
Passwords
Factory-Default Passwords
Type of Password
User
Group Configure
Password
6601
4731
Two passwordsthe User and Group Configure Passwordscontrol access to the sensi
tive areas of the menu system. The User Password must be entered to change control
settings, test trip the solenoids, and change the User Password.
The Group Configure Password is required to change the global settings, download
firmware, and change the Group Configure Password.
Passwords must contain four numeric characters. Each control is provided with
factory- default passwords. The User and Group Configure Passwords can be changed, but
the default passwords will always allow access.
Main Menu
1. To begin communications, open the terminal emulator program and press <ENTER>
(refer to Appendix C for additional instructions regarding terminal emulation). The
control will respond with the Main Menu and = prompt.
2. Select the desired option from the Main Menu and input the corresponding number
after the = prompt. Press <ENTER>. (Option 1 is shown as an example.)
Main Menu: <select number>
1. View Menu 1
2. Configure Menu 1
3. View Menu 2
4. Configure Menu 2
5. Change User Password
6. Switch to Group Configure
7. Test Trip Menu
=1
INTERRUPTER 1
INTERRUPTER 1
INTERRUPTER 2
INTERRUPTER 2
3. Refer to one of the following sections for further information:

Option
Page
View Menu 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Configure Menu 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
View Menu 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Configure Menu 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Change User Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Group Configure Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Test Trip Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Programming
View Menu 1 or 2
The View Menu allows review of the settings and status of the control. (The View Menu
shown at right is for Fault Interrupter 1.)
1. Select the desired option from the View Menu and input the corresponding number
after the > prompt. Press <ENTER>. (Option 1 is shown as an example.)
2. Refer to the appropriate subsection below for further information on the selected option.
3. To return to the Main Menu, input 9 after the > prompt and press <ENTER>.
View Menu INTERRUPTER 1: <select number>
1. View event report (last 12 events)
2. View load current
3. View relay settings
4. View relay self-test
9. Switch to Main Menu
= View FI 1 > 1
1. View Event Report

The View Event Report option allows viewing of the last 12 recorded events for the
selected fault interrupter. The report includes faulted poles and whether ground was
involved, primary RMS current magnitude and ground current for each pole, at the exact
instant that fault current is detected (which values may not always make sense), and the
time since the last event. The time is not displayed if there has been no other event since
power up or if more than 60 seconds has elapsed since the previous report.
New events are inserted at the number 1 position. When the list is full, the oldest event
will drop from the list. Faulted poles are indicated by an X.
The overcurrent control stores a nonvolatile short event report each time it issues a
trip pulse. The short event report contains the following information:
The faulted pole(s) and whether ground was involved. The target (X) logic is as
follows:
1. Target any faulted poles that caused a trip.
2. Target any phase faulted pole with current greater than the phase time overcurrent
pickup setting.
INTERRUPTER 1
Elapsed
**Time**
(Seconds)
2040
1829
1908
0.019
24
1926
18
1908
2010
22
18
1992
*Eve* **Faulted Poles**

#
1
2
3
X
X
***** Amperes*****
Press <ENTER> for menu

NOTE: The X targets are utilized under fault conditions. In test mode, fault
poles are randomly selected.
Programming
3. Target the ground faulted pole if ground current is greater than the ground pickup
setting or if ground current is greater than or equal to 50A and greater than 10% of the
maximum phase current.
4. If only one target is declared from the previous logic, target the faulted pole (of the
remaining three with the highest current.
The primary RMS magnitude of each pole and ground current. Current greater than
14,500 ampere will be reported as >14500 (>29000 for 900-ampere and 1200-ampere
models).
The event report is reset when the fault interrupter settings are changed and saved.
2. View Load Current

The View Load Current option allows viewing a snapshot of the load current sensed by
the current transformers for each pole and ground for the selected fault interrupter.
INTERRUPTER 1
Load Current (Amperes)
50
49
48
3. View Relay Settings

The View Relay Settings option allows viewing of the time-current characteristic curve
settings, trip mode, and frequency for the selected fault interrupter.
INTERRUPTER 1
PHASE
GROUND
TCC Curve Type
NA
Curve Selection
200E
NA
Inst. Pickup (kA)
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Trip Mode
Frequency
60
Programming
4. View Relay Self-Test
The View Relay Self-Test option allows viewing of the self-test status report for the
selected fault interrupter. This report includes the status of the trip capacitors, supply
voltage, RAM, integrity of the data, CR-RAM, EEPROM, and voltage control. See SELFTEST REPORT on page 23 for more information.
INTERRUPTER 1
FID = S&C1000R100970317
SELF TESTS
W = Warn F = Fail
Pole #
Trip Caps
OK
OK
OK
Supply
+ 5V
+ 12V
Voltage
4.99
12.26
RAM
OK
FLASH
CR_RAM
EEPROM
V_CONTROL
OK
OK
OK
OK
Configure Menu 1 or 2
The Configure Menu allows review and changes to the time-current characteristic curve
settings for the selected fault interrupter. (The Configure Menu shown at right is for Fault
Interrupter 1.)
1. Select the desired option from the Configure Menu and input the corresponding
number after the > prompt. Press <ENTER>. (Option 1 is shown as an example.)
2. Refer to the appropriate subsection below for further information on the selected
option.
Configure Menu INTERRUPTER 1: <select number>
1. Change relay settings
2. View relay settings
= Config FI 1 > 1
Programming
1. Change Relay Settings
The Change Relay Settings option allows changes to the time-current characteristic
curve settings for the selected fault interrupter. There is a prompt for the input for each
setting.
1. After each prompt, enter the new setting and press <ENTER>. The available choices are
shown in parenthesis. To retain the previous selection shown after the =, press <ENTER>.
2. After all of the settings have been entered, the new settings will be displayed in a table. Enter
Y for yes or N for no after the Save Changes (Y/N)? prompt. A confirmation of the choice
will be shown and the settings will be displayed. Note that when new settings are saved, the
event report discussed on page 15 will be reset.
<Press Q to return to menu>

Phase TCC Curve (E, K, TAP, MAIN, U1, U2, U3, U4, U5, C1, C2, C3, C4, C5) = E ?tap
Minimum Pickup (Amps) (50, 65, 80, 100, 150, 200, 250, 300, 350, 400) = 50 ?200
Instantaneous Pickup (kA) (OFF, 0.2, 0.3, 0.4, 0.5, 0.6, 0.7, 0.8, 0.9, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6) = OFF ?5
Definite-Time Delay (ms) @ 60Hz (OFF, 32, 48, 64, 80, 96) = OFF ?32
Ground TCC Curve (OFF, TAP, MAIN) = OFF ?tap
Minimum Pickup (Amps) (50, 65, 80, 100, 150, 200, 250, 300, 350, 400) = 50 ?200
Instantaneous Pickup (kA) (OFF, 0.2, 0.3, 0.4, 0.5, 0.6, 0.7, 0.8, 0.9, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6) = OFF ?1
Definite-Time Delay (ms) @60Hz (OFF, 32, 48, 64, 80, 96) = OFF ?32
TCC Curve Type
PHASE
GROUND
TAP
TAP
Min. Pickup (Amperes)
200
200
Inst. Pickup (kA)
32
32
Save Changes (Y/N)? y

SETTINGS SAVED
PHASE
GROUND
TCC Curve Type
TAP
TAP
200
200
Inst. Pickup (kA)
32
32
Programming
2. View Relay Settings
The View Relay Settings option allows viewing of the current control settings for the
selected fault interrupter. The trip mode and frequency settings are included.
INTERRUPTER 1
PHASE
GROUND
TCC Curve Type
TAP
TAP
200
200
Inst. Pickup (kA)
32
32
Trip Mode
Frequency
60
Change User
Password
The Change User Password option allows changing of the User Password. After the new
password has been entered, the control will return to the Main Menu.
1. Enter the current User Password after the first prompt.
2. Enter the new password after the second prompt. The password must have four
numeric characters.
3. To confirm the new password, re-enter it after the third prompt.
USER PASSWORD: ? *****
CHANGE USER PASSWORD
Enter new password (four digits, blank for no change) *****
Re-enter new password *****
Group Configure Menu
The Group Configure option allows viewing and changing of the global settings, changing
of the Group Configure Password, and downloading of firmware.
1. Select the desired option from the Group Configure Menu and input the corresponding
number after the > prompt. Press <ENTER>. (Option 1 is shown as an e xample.)
2. Refer to the appropriate subsection below for further information on the selected
option.
Group Configure Menu: <select number>
1. Change global settings
2. View global settings
3. Change Group Configure Password
4. Download Firmware
=Group Config > 1
Programming
1. Change Global Settings
The Change Global Settings option allows changing of the fault interrupter ID, trip mode,
and frequency.
CAUTION
Do not program three-pole fault interrupters to operate in single-pole trip mode. Single-pole
tripping is not possible with three-pole fault interrupters.
1. After each prompt, enter the new setting and press <ENTER>. The available choices
are shown in parenthesis. To retain the previous selection shown after the =, press
<ENTER>.
2. After all of the settings have been entered, the new settings will be displayed in a table.
Enter Y for yes or N for no after the Save Changes (Y/N)? prompt. A confirmation
of the choice will be shown and the settings will be displayed.
<Press Q to return to menu>
ID for Interrupter 1 (20 characters) = INTERRUPTER 1
?interrupter pole 1
ID for Interrupter 2 (20 characters) = INTERRUPTER 2
?interrupter pole 2
1-pole or 3-pole trip mode for Interrupter 1 (1,3) = 1 ?3
1-pole or 3-pole trip mode for interrupter 2 (1, 3) = 1 ?3
50 Hz or 60 Hz Operation (50, 60) = 60 ?
ID Interrupter 1
INTERRUPTER POLE 1
ID Interrupter 2
INTERRUPTER POLE 2
Trip Mode Interrupter 1
Nominal Frequency
60
Save Changes (Y/N)? n

SETTINGS NOT SAVED
ID Interrupter 1
ID Interrupter 2
INTERRUPTER 1
INTERRUPTER 2
Nominal Frequency
60
2. View Global Settings

The View Global Settings option allows viewing of the global settings including the fault
interrupter ID, trip mode, and frequency.
ID Interrupter 1
INTERRUPTER 1
ID Interrupter 2
INTERRUPTER 2
Nominal Frequency
60

Programming
3. Change Group Configure Password
The Change Group Configure Password allows changing of the Group Configure Pass
word. After the new password has been entered, the control will return to the Group
Configure Menu.
1. Enter the current Group Configure Password after the first prompt.
2. Enter the new password after the second prompt. The password must have four numeric
characters.
3. To confirm the new password, re-enter it after the third prompt.
CHANGE GROUP PASSWORD
Enter new password (four digits, blank for no change) ****
Re-enter new password ****
4. Download Firmware
The Download Firmware option allows the control to be disabled for downloading and
uploading of firmware. Refer to the nearest S&C Sales Office for instructions.
Test Trip Menu
The Test Trip Menu option allows test tripping of the fault interrupters; all three poles or
single poles.
1. Select the desired option from the Test Trip Menu and input the corresponding num
ber after the = prompt. Press <ENTER>. The selected pole(s) will trip. (Option 1
is shown as an example.)
2. To return to the Main Menu, input 9 after the = prompt and press <ENTER>.
Test Trip Menu
1. Trip Mode 3 FI1 All Poles
INTERRUPTER 1
2. Trip Mode 3 FI2 All Poles
INTERRUPTER 2
3. Trip Mode 1 FI1 Pole 1
INTERRUPTER 1
INTERRUPTER 1
INTERRUPTER 1
INTERRUPTER 2
INTERRUPTER 2
INTERRUPTER 2

=1
Self-Test Report
Viewing of Self-Test
Report
The overcurrent control tests vital subsystems upon power up and periodically thereafter
to ensure proper operation. To view the self-test report, select View Relay Self-Test from
the View Menu for the selected fault interrupter.
INTERRUPTER 1
FID=S&C1000R100970317
SELF TESTS
W = Warn F = Fail
Pole #
Trip Caps
OK
OK
OK
Supply
+ 5V + 12V
Voltage
4.99
12.26
RAM
FLASH
CR_RAM
EEPROM
V_CONTROL
OK
OK
OK
OK
OK
Response to Self-Test
Failure
The following defines each of the self tests and the controls response to a self-test
failure. The control displays the above screen when none of the self-tests have failed.
Actual values may vary.
FID
The FID indicates the model, firmware version, and firmware date code.
Trip Caps
The status of the trip capacitors is reported for each fault-interrupter pole. If the trip
capacitors are not charged to at least 50 volts, a low condition is reported. The control
cannot issue a trip until the capacitors are fully charged. The capacitors charge from
either the CTs or port power. If the control indicates low when no trip condition exists,
the voltage supplied to the communication port is less than 4 volts, or the control is defec
tive and should be replaced.
Supply Voltage
The control periodically checks the voltage of each power supply and compares the
results with failure thresholds. The self-test report displays the measured values.
Protection is disabled and an F is placed next to the displayed value if it falls outside the
failure threshold. This self-test also detects gross A/D converter failures.
Threshold Values
Supply
Low Fail
High Fail
+ 5V
+ 12V
4.5
11.00
5.35
14.00
Self-Test Report
RAM
The RAM self-test verifies proper operation of the read/write memory. This test periodi
cally performs a nondestructive write/read to successive blocks of RAM to determine if a
RAM failure has occurred. A failure occurs if the expected data is not read back from the
RAM. In this case, protection is disabled and fail is reported.
Flash
The Flash self-test verifies the integrity of the data contained in system program Flash. If
Flash is corrupted, protection is disabled and fail is reported.
CR-RAM
Areas of RAM containing constant data that have been copied from EEPROM are periodi
cally examined to verify their integrity. If this critical RAM has been corrupted, protection
is disabled and fail is reported.
EEPROM
The EEPROM self-test verifies the integrity of data contained in EEPROM. EEPROM selftest failures are handled differently because self-test failures and control settings are both
stored in EEPROM. Following an EEPROM self-test failure, factory-default settings are
restored and protection is enabled. The message Relay enabled using default settings is
displayed at the top of each menu. If the EEPROM failure persists (i.e., if default settings
cannot be stored in EEPROM), a self-test failure is also generated.
Voltage Control
This logic monitors the power shunt circuitry in the power supply. On power up, each
phase magnitude is averaged for 0.5 seconds. If the average is greater than or equal to 50
amperes and the associated trip capacitor is not charged, the CT power circuit is defec
tive and a failure is declared.
Self-Test Failures
and Warnings
The following screen is an example of a self-test failure. The +5-volt power supply voltage
is flagged with an F, and Relay Disabled appears above each menu.
The control records self-test failures in EEPROM and remains disabled until power
is removed and restored. When power is restored, the self-test is repeated. If no failure
occurs, the failure indication changes to warnor W in the case of a power supply
and protection is enabled.
INTERRUPTER 1
FID=S&C1000R100970317
SELF TESTS
W = Warn F = Fail
Pole #
Trip Caps
OK
OK
OK
Supply
+ 5V + 12V
Voltage
5.35F 12.12
RAM
FLASH
CR_RAM
EEPROM
V_CONTROL
OK
OK
OK
OK
OK
Specifications
Port Power
Input Voltage Range:

Input Power:
4.0 to 5.0 Vdc

1.8 W typical
CT Power
Minimum current on any phase:

600-A models:
900-A and 1200-A models:
45 A RMS
90 A RMS
Maximum current on all phases:

600-A models:

720 A continuous
12 kA for 1 s
25 kA for 0.25 s

1440 A continuous
25 kA for 1 s
50 kA for 0.25 s
Maximum measured current:

600-A models:
14.5 kA
29 kA
Steady State Accuracy
CT:
Burden Board:
Main Board:
0.2% typical
0.3% typical
0.2% typical
Time-Overcurrent
Pickup Accuracy
E, K, Coordinating-Tap, and Coordinating-Main Curves:

0 to +10%
Nominal pickup setting +5% typical
U.S. and IEC Curves:
5 A primary and 5% of setting
Time-Overcurrent
Response
E, K, Coordinating-Tap, and Coordinating-Main Curves:

0 to +10% in terms of current OR
0 to +20% in terms of time OR
0 to +6 ms, whichever gives the greater allowed operating time

4 to 10 ms for currents greater than 2 times the current corresponding

to a 10 ms minimum response
U.S. and IEC Curves:

1.5 cycles and 10% of curve time for current between 2 and 30 multiples
of pickup, for faults not exceeding the maximum current rating
Instantaneous Pickup
Accuracy
600-A models:
Instantaneous
Response
4 to 10 ms for currents greater than 2 times the instantaneous pickup setting
Definite-Time
Response
0 to +8 ms
0 to 10%
0 to 10% 12 A
Appendix A
External Connections
This section describes each of the external connections to the control. Included in
the fol
lowing tables are terminal numbers, terminal names, mating-connector
part numbers (where applicable), and the pin-out of the data port connectors.
Terminal numbers are identified by labels on the electronics module or terminal block.
Electronics module
Trip outputs
Trip Outputs
Terminal Number (1,2)
Pole
1, 2
Fault Interrupter 1, Pole 1
3, 4
5, 6
7, 8
9, 10
11, 12
Trips
Mating-Connector Part Number
Phoenix 1783999
Phoenix 1876194
are polarized.
Appendix A
Burden-board
module
Signal
inputs
Burden
board
Power
inputs
Signal Inputs
TerminalNumber
Signal Pole
13
14
15
16
Fault Interrupter 1 Residual
17
18
19
20
Power Inputs
TerminalNumber
Power Pole
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
Appendix A
Electronics
module
Data communications port
Communication Port Pin-OutElectronics Module

Pin
Function
Power In
RXD (Data In)
TXD (Data Out)
No Connection
Signal Reference
No Connection
No Connection
No Connection
Power Return
Appendix A
Overcurrent-control enclosure
(Pad-Mounted and Dry-VaultMounted Style shown)
Data port
1
5
4
FACE
VIEW
Data Port Pin-OutControl Enclosure

Pin
Function
Power Return
RXD (Data In)
TXD (Data Out)
Power In
Signal Reference
Appendix B
Communication
Parameters
NOTICE
Before using any Microsoft terminal emulator program, disable any PDA synchronizing
software programs. Failure to do so may cause communication problems when connecting
to the Vista Overcurrent Control.
HyperTerminal
Parameter
Setting
Baud Rate
9600
Parity
None
Data Bits
Stop Bits
Flow Control
XON/XOFF
The overcurrent control does not use hardware flow control (RTS, CTS).
AcSELerator Quickset SEL-5030

Parameter
Setting
Device
Data Speed
9600
Data Bits
Stop Bits
Parity
None
RTS/CTS
OFF
DRT
ON
RST
ON
Specify the assigned COM # from the drop down list. The assigned COM # can be found under Control Panel,
System, Hardware, Device Manager. Expand the Ports menu. The COM # will be adjacent to SEL to UART
Bridge Controller.
Appendix C
NOTICE
Due to the nature of the internal connections of some secondary injection style relay test
sets, a ground loop condition can develop when both the test set and a PC are connected
to an ac wall outlet. The ground loop condition may damage the PC data port. Always isolate the PC by running it on an isolated ac supply or by running the PC on its battery packs.
Using Terminal
Emulator Programs
The procedures for starting and using terminal emulator program will vary depending
on the specific terminal emulator program. A simple terminal emulator program was
included with every copy of Microsoft Windows.
NOTICE
Windows Vista, Windows 7, and Windows 8 do not include a terminal emulation program.
Users must select and install a terminal emulator program to be able to communicate with
the Vista Overcurrent Control. S&C recommends downloading one of two terminal emulator programs listed below.
Manufacturer: Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc.

Program:
AcSELerator QuickSet 5030
Website: www.selinc.com/sel-5030.htm
Note:
This software is available to download for free.
Manufacturer: Hilgraeve
Program: HyperTerminal
Website: www.hilgraeve.com/hyperterminal.html
Note:
This software is the same software supplied with previous versions
of Microsoft Windows. It is available for purchase.
Basic instructions for the terminal emulator programs HyperTerminal (which comes
with Microsoft 95, 98, 2000, NT, ME, and XP, and available for download for Microsoft
Vista users) and AcSELerator QuickSet 5030 (available for download) are provided on
the next page.
Appendix C
HyperTerminal
For Windows 95, 98, 2000, NT, ME, XP, and Microsoft Vista:
1. Click on the Start button.
a. For Windows 95, 98, and ME select Programs and then Accessories. In the
Accessories folder, select the HyperTerminal icon. Then double-click on
Hypertrm.exe.
b. For Windows 2000, NT, and XP select Programs, then Accessories, then Commu
nications (or HyperTerminal). Then select the HyperTerminal icon.
c. For Microsoft Vista open the HyperTerminal program from its file location
(probably on the desktop).
2. A dialog box will then ask for a connection description. This is a file that will be saved
in the HyperTerminal folder with its own name and icon. It stores the appropriate
settings for connecting to the Vista Overcurrent Control so that they do not have to be
entered each and every time. In the connection description dialog box, enter a name
for this file (for example, Vista).
3. The next dialog box asks for a phone number to dial. Ignore this and go to the
Connect Using list at the bottom of the dialog box. With the relay connected, select
the correct COM # from the drop down menu. The assigned COM # can be found
under Control Panel, System, Hardware, Device Manager. Expand the Ports menu.
The COM # assignment is adjacent to SEL to UART Bridge Controller. Click
on OK.
4. The next dialog box asks for the connection parameters. Enter the settings listed in
Appendix B and click on OK.
5. HyperTerminal should now be connected to the Vista Overcurrent Control. To
initiate the data flow between the computer and the control, press the <Enter> key
on the computer. Until the <Enter> key on the computer is pressed, nothing
will come up on the screen. It may be necessary to click on the Disconnect button
on the toolbar. This function is also located under the Call menu. After disconnecting,
click on the Reconnect button on the toolbar. Again, this function is located under
the Call menu.
6. To exit this session, select File:Exit or click on the X button in the upper righthand corner of the window. Hyperterminal will ask if you want to save the session
settings. Click on Yes so that, in the future, all of the above instructions can be bypassed
by simply clicking on the icon that you just created.
AcSELerator
QuickSet 5030
For Microsoft Vista:

1. Open the AcSELerator QuickSet 5030 program from its file location (probably on the
desktop).
2. Select Parameters from the Communications drop down menu.
3. With the overcurrent control relay connected, select the correct COM # from the
Device drop down menu. (The assigned COM # can be found under Control Panel,
System, Hardware, Device Manager. Expand the Ports menu. The COM # assignment
is adjacent to SEL to UART Bridge Controller). Then select the parameters in
Appendix B. Click OK.
4. To connect to the relay, select Terminal from the Tools drop down menu. If
the main menu does not automatically appear, press the <Enter> key.
Appendix D
Coordination
The Vista Overcurrent Control provides the flexibility required to meet the critical needs
of protective device coordination between upstream and downstream devices such as cir
cuit breakers and fuses. The example below shows how well the U.S. U4 time-overcurrent
curve coordinates with both an upstream protective relay and downstream power fuse.
The reference document used for these curve families and their equations is IEEE Stan
dard C37.112-1996 IEEE Standard Inverse-Time Characteristic Equations for Overcurrent
Relays.
As shown in this instruction sheet and, as seen on the overcurrent controls user inter
face, all pickup-current settings selections for E, K, Coordinating-Tap, Coordinating-Main,
ANSI/U.S. U1 through U5, and IEC C1 through C5 are expressed in terms of primary amperes.
However, in IEEE Standard C37.112-1996, U.S. and IEC curve families are expressed in
terms of multiples of pickup where 1.0 on this axis represents the pickup setting. The
standard uses this method of illustrating time versus current response because different
current transformer ratios may be used for each specific application. In Vista, the CT ratio
is fixed at either 660:1 or 1320:1. Consequently, we will refer to the multiples-of-pickup
nomenclature for this example.
Based on the desired application, any of the ten curve families can be selected to
meet the coordination requirements. Adjusting the minimum pickup setting in terms
of primary amperes moves the desired time-overcurrent curve to the left or right on
the TCC coordination plot. In addition to the minimum pickup setting, a time dial
feature is used to move the desired time-overcurrent curve up or down in time (in
seconds) to meet the specific coordination requirements.
Example:
Referring to the coordination plot in Figure 2, a Vista unit with 600-ampere fault
interrupters is placed into an electrical system where the upstream protective device
is controlled by an overcurrent relay whose phase time-overcurrent curve family
is set for a CO-9 Very Inverse curve. The relays phase overcurrent pickup is set for
960 amperes with a time dial setting of 2. There are two curves shown which take into
account the operating time tolerance of the CO-9 overcurrent relay. Downstream of the
Vista unit is an S&C SMU-20 power fuse with a 200K-ampere rating. Its minimum melt and
total clearing curves are shown on the TCC coordination plot.
It is desired to coordinate the Vista unit with the upstream and downstream devices. A
review of the ANSI/U.S. and IEC curve families resulted in the selection of the ANSI/U.S.
U4 curve. See Figure 3. Its curve shape is similar to the other two devices curves. Using
a TCC coordination program, it is possible to fit a time-overcurrent curve between the
curves of the upstream source-side and downstream load-side devices. Note that the Vista
curve selected is shown starting at 150% of the actual pickup setting in primary amperes
(880 amperes 1.5 = 1320 amperes). The time dial setting selection of 0.8 was selected
to maintain an acceptable coordinating time interval (CTI) between the upstream protec
tive relay phase setting, the power fuse, and the Vista unit. Due to the extremely fine
resolution of pickup current and time dial settings selections within the ANSI/U.S. and
IEC curve families, it is obvious that there are other pickup current and time dial settings
within the U4 family that could accomplish proper device coordination; in this example
the Vista Overcurrent Controls time-overcurrent curves are placed equidistant between
the upstream and downstream device time-overcurrent curves.
Appendix D
One final consideration in the selection of ANSI/US and IEC curve families to achieve
proper power system coordination is the I2t security characteristic of the Vista Overcur
rent Control, included with controls having firmware version R300 or later. The control will
self-protect its internal power supply and current sensing circuitry when a pickup setting (in
amperes) and/or a time dial setting exceeds the thermal limits of the electronic circuitry (in
both the electronics module and burden board assemblies). Figure 1 shows the I2t security
characteristic of the Vista Overcurrent Control. When the I2t security characteristic is
enabled, the control may implement a definite-time response characteristic of 0.25 seconds
for any current magnitude above 14.5 kA (above 29 kA for 900-ampere and 1200-ampere Vista
models). This matches the performance ratings of the control listed in the Specifications
section. The I2t security characteristic does not apply to the E, K, Coordinating-Tap, and
Coordinating-Main curve families under all settings.
Vista Overcurrent Control I2t Security Characteristic

10
Time(s)
Maximum Rating
0
0
10
15
20
25
Current (kA)
Figure 1. Vista Overcurrent Control maximum current rating adjusted for C.T. saturation.
The following table should be used to determine if the I2t security characteristic will
become enabled during the maximum calculated fault levels. In most cases, the pickup
current and time dial settings selected will be well below the values listed in the table.
To prevent the I2t security characteristic from becoming enabled, the pickup current and
time dial settings must be less than the limits listed in the following table.
The operation time of the U.S. and IEC curves is a function of three variables: the
pickup setting, the time-dial setting, and the fault current (measured in multiples
of the pickup setting). With this information, the overcurrent control calculates the
curve operation time and the I2t security characteristic operation time, compares the
two, and operates according to the faster time. The table provides example curve
settings at sample fault current levels that would cause the curve operation time to
be slower than the I2t security characteristic operation time for a 660:1 CT.
Appendix D
I2t Security Characteristic Settings Limits (660:1 CT)
Curve
Affected Settings for

Fault Current 14.5 kA
Affected Settings for

Fault Current = 10.0 kA
U1
Time Dials > 4.3 @ 50 A pickup


U2


U3


U4


U5

Not applicable
C1


C2


C3
Not applicable
Not applicable
C4


C5
Not applicable
Not applicable
For our sample coordination study, with a U4 curve selected to have an 880ampere pickup and a 0.8 time dial setting, we are well below the limits shown
for the operation of the I2t security characteristic during fault levels up to 14.5
kA. The time dial setting is below the threshold of 10.0 at a pickup setting of
1200 amperes.
If the setting was above the limit for the I2t security characteristic, a warning message
would be displayed with the calculation of the cross over point in primary amperes of the
selected US or IEC curve with the I2t security characteristic curve. A sample warning
message is shown below.
Phase overcurrent control will operate on the TOC curve for faults up to 18476 A.
Phase overcurrent control will operate on its maximum I2t (thermal) limit curve for
faults above 18476 A. Refer to S&C Instruction Sheet 681-515 Appendix D.
When this occurs, the user must consider the following:
If the fault level displayed in the warning message is higher than the maximum
available fault current level at the Vista unit, the I2t security characteristic will not
become enabled. If the fault level displayed in the warning message is lower than
the maximum available fault current level, then the I 2t security characteristic will
become enabled resulting in a faster time to operate. To prevent this from occurring,
new settings selections should be considered to prevent miscoordination between
upstream source-side and downstream load-side devices. Contact S&C Electric
CompanyPower Systems Services for application assistance.
Appendix D
Current in Amperes: x 10 at 12.47 kV.
1000
100
Time in Seconds
10
Fuse
S&C SMU20 K 14.4kV
Rating: 200.0 [A]
12.47[kV]
Phase Relay
Relay WEST CO-9
Tap Range: [-] Tap: 0
Pick Up: 960.00 [A] TD: 2
CT: 600:5 at 12.47 [kV]
Phase
Relay
51
600: 5
Vista Overcurrent Control

Curve: U.S. U4
Pick Up: 880.00 [A] TD: 0.800
0.1
Vista
51
200K fuse
0.01
0.4
10
100
1000
10000
Figure 2. Vista Overcurrent Control programmed with ANSI/U.S. U4 curve.
Appendix D
6000 (5000)
100
90
80
70
60
3000 (2500)
50
40
30
1500 (1250)
20
600 (500)
10
9
8
7
6
300 (250)
5
4
Time in Seconds
150 (125)
2
60 (50)
1
.9
.8
.7
15.0
.6
12.0
10.0
.5
.4
30 (25)
8.00
.3
6.00
15 (12.5)
5.00
.2
4.00
3.00
6 (5)
.1
.09
.08
2.00
.07
.06
3 (2.5)
.05
1.00
.04
.03
8 9
Current, Multiples of Pickup
Figure 3. U.S. Extremely Inverse U4 Curve.
80
90
100
70
60
40
30
.6 .7 .8 .9 1
20
.5
10
.01
50
0.50
.02
Time in Cycles 60 Hz (50Hz)
Appendix E
Overcurrent Control
Settings
The Vista Overcurrent Control can be programmed to provide a wide variety of settings
combinations. Listed below are the setting ranges that are displayed when the control is
connected to a personal computer.
For C.T. ratio of 660:1:
Phase TCC Curve (E, K, TAP, MAIN, U1, U2, U3, U4, U5, C1, C2, C3, C4, C5)
For E-Speed Curves:
Curve Selection (25E, 30E, 40E, 50E, 65E, 80E, 100E, 125E, 150E, 175E, 200E, 250E,
300E, 400E)
For K-Speed Curves:
Curve Selection (25K, 30K, 40K, 50K, 65K, 80K, 100K, 125K, 150K, 175K, 200K)
For Coordinating-Tap Curves:
Minimum Pickup (Amperes) (50, 65, 80, 100, 150, 200, 250, 300, 350, 400)
For Coordinating-Main Curves:
Minimum Pickup (Amperes) (100, 150, 200, 250, 300, 350, 400, 450, 500, 600, 700, 800)
For Curves U1-U5 and C1-C5:
Minimum Pickup (Amperes) (50-1200, 1 A steps)
Time-Dial Multiplier U Curves (0.5 15.0, 0.1 steps)
Time-Dial Multiplier C Curves (0.05 1.0, 0.01 steps)
For Coordinating-Tap and Coordinating-Main Curves:
Instantaneous Pickup (kA) (OFF, 0.2, 0.3, 0.4, 0.5, 0.6, 0.7, 0.8, 0.9, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6)
Instantaneous Pickup (Amperes) (OFF, 200 13200, 20 A steps)
For Coordinating-Tap and U1-U5 and C1-C5 Curves:
Definite Time Delay (ms) @ 60 Hz (OFF, 32, 48, 64, 80, 96)
Appendix E
Ground TCC Curve (OFF, TAP, MAIN) or (OFF, U1, U2, U3, U4, U5, C1, C2, C3, C4, C5
See Notes 1 and 2
Minimum Pickup (Amperes) (100, 150, 200, 250, 300, 350, 400)
Minimum Pickup (Amperes) (50 400, 1 A steps)
Note 1: Ground settings are not displayed and are disabled if the Trip Mode setting is set
for 1-pole trip or if the Phase TCC curve selected is either E-speed or K-speed.
Note 2: Ground curves can be selected to provide a different TCC curve than the phase
setting. However, when TAP or MAIN is used for the phase TCC, only MAIN and TAP TCC
curves can be selected for the ground TCC setting. When a U or C curve is selected for the
Phase TCC, only the U and C families can be selected for the ground TCC setting.
For a C.T. ratio of 1320:1:
Phase TCC Curve (E, K, TAP, MAIN, U1, U2, U3, U4, U5, C1, C2, C3, C4, C5)
For E-Speed Curves:
Curve Selection (50E, 65E, 80E, 100E, 125E, 150E, 175E, 200E, 250E, 300E, 400E)
For K-Speed Curves:
Curve Selection (50K, 65K, 80K, 100K, 125K, 150K, 175K, 200K)
Minimum Pickup (Amperes) (100-2400, 1 A steps)
Appendix E
Ground TCC Curve (OFF, TAP, MAIN) or (OFF, U1, U2, U3, U4, U5, C1, C2, C3, C4, C5)
See Notes 1 and 2
Minnimum Pickup (Amperes) (200, 250, 300, 350, 400)
Minimum Pickup (Amperes) (100 800, 1 A steps)
Definite Time Delay (ms) @ 60 Hz. (OFF, 64, 80, 96, 112, 128)
Definite Time Delay (ms) @ 50 Hz. (OFF, 80, 100, 120, 140, 160)
Note 1: Ground settings are not displayed and are disabled if the Trip Mode setting is set
for 1-pole trip or if the Phase TCC curve selected is either E-speed or K-speed.
Note 2: Ground curves can be selected to provide a different TCC curve than the phase
setting. However, when TAP or MAIN is used for the phase TCC, only MAIN and TAP TCC
curves can be selected for the ground TCC setting. When a U or C curve is selected for the
Phase TCC, only the U and C families can be selected for the ground TCC setting.

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S&C Vista Underground Distribution Switchgear

Undercover, Vault-Mounted, and Pad-Mounted Styles

Programming S&C Overcurrent Control

Setting Up for Programming

Setting Up for Programming

Viewing of Self-Test Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Instruction Sheet 681-515

The warranty and/or obligations described in S&Cs standard conditions of sale, as

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S&C Instruction Sheet 681-5153

Electronics module removed to show burden-board module.

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Enclosure is mounted on switchgear in

Adapter cable connects overcurrent

Personal computer is used to input

S&C Instruction Sheet 681-5155

The overcurrent control features time-current characteristic (TCC) curves consisting

The overcurrent control has a phase-overcurrent pickup setting and an independent

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Whenever the overcurrent control is powered upand then periodically thereaf

Three-pole fault interrupters are factory-programmed for three-pole tripping. This

S&C Instruction Sheet 681-5157

Setting Up for Programming in the Field

Adapter cableconnect cable to

Overcurrent control(Pad-Mounted and

For Microsoft Windows users, no special software is

Setting the Communication Parameters

Adapter cableconnect cable to personal

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Setting Up for Programming in the Shop

The overcurrent control consists of an electronics module and a burden-board module

1. Loosen the captive screws or bolts

Four captive screws

Trip connectorsloosen both trip connectors and remove

S&C Instruction Sheet 681-5159

Setting Up for Programming in the Shop

Captive screws secure electronics

Electronics moduleremove electronics module

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Setting Up for Programming in the Shop

A data port for communications is provided at the top of

Adapter cables are available from S&C (see Instruction

Adapter cableconnect cable

For Microsoft Windows users, no special software

Setting the Communication Parameters

Adapter cableconnect cable

S&C Instruction Sheet 681-51511

Setting Up for Programming in the Shop

Electronics modulereinstall electronics module by

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Setting Up for Programming in the Shop

Captive screwstighten the two screws

Trip connectorsfasten both trip connectors

S&C Instruction Sheet 681-51513

Each overcurrent control is capable of operat

TCC Curve Type

3. Refer to one of the following sections for further information:

1. View Event Report

*Eve* **Faulted Poles**

Press <ENTER> for menu

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2. View Load Current

Press <ENTER> for menu

3. View Relay Settings

TCC Curve Type

Inst. Pickup (kA)

Definite-Time Delay (ms)

Press <ENTER> for menu

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Press <ENTER> for menu

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<Press Q to return to menu>

TCC Curve Type

Min. Pickup (Amperes)

Inst. Pickup (kA)

Definite-Time Delay (ms)

Eve Faulted Poles