Energy Management
Energy Management Using the Smart System
Use the Smart System to connect a building to real savings in three steps:
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Measure
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Embedded and stand-alone metering and control
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- Connect
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Integrated communication interfaces
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Ready to connect to energy management platforms
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Save
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Data-driven energy efficiency actions
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Real-time monitoring and control
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Access to energy and site information through on-line services
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Measure
Smart System communications mean visible information.
Grouping most of the electrical protection, command and metering components, the switchboards are now significant sources of data locally displayed and sent via communication networks.
Connect
Smart Systems use reliable, simple-to-install-and-use displays, and Ethernet and Modbus interfaces.
Information is safely transmitted through the most efficient networks:
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Modbus SL inside switchboards, between components,
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Ethernet, on cable or WiFi, inside the building and connecting switchboards and computers,
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Ethernet or GPRS, for access to on-line services by Schneider Electric.
Energy experts, no matter where they are located, can now provide advise based on the updated data of the building.
Save
On-Site Real-Time Monitoring and Control
The FDM128 touch screen display connected to the Ethernet:
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shows essential electrical information and alarms concerning the electrical network,
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allows control (open, close, reset…) of various equipment.
The FDM128 touch screen provides real-time value checking and control, directly on the front panel of the main switchboard.
On a PC display with common browser:
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shows monitoring web pages hosted into the local Ethernet interface,
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alarm events generate automatic email notifications,
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allows control (open, close, reset…) of various equipment.
The data is displayed graphically or recorded into files for optimizing the use of energy in the building.
As an example, the data can help validate the change of temperature settings, time scheduling in a Building Management System or other automated devices.
On-Line Energy Management Services
StruXureWare Energy Operation automates data collection using an open, scalable, and secure energy management information system.
With the help of the Schneider Electric energy management services team, data is turned into information to enable customers to understand their facilities’ performance on an ongoing basis.
Energy Operation leverages companies’ current investments in their existing systems, and can be used to communicate advanced results and performance to a broad audience for a shared understanding throughout an organization.
Smart System Communication Components
MasterPact Circuit Breakers with MicroLogic Trip Units

Ammeter A
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3.0 basic protection
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5.0 selective protection
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6.0 selective + ground-fault protection
Power Meter P
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5.0 selective protection
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6.0 selective + ground-fault protection
Harmonic Meter H
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5.0 selective protection
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6.0 selective + ground-fault protection
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See MicroLogic 5.0H and 6.0H Trip Units with Harmonic Metering for more information.
Displays
FDM121
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One-to-one front display module
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See Display Function for more information.
FDM128
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One-to-eight front display module
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See Display Function for more information.
Communication
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MasterPact circuit breakers in a communication network
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I/O application module
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IFE: Ethernet interface module
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IFM: Modbus interface module
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Com’X 200: Energy server
See Smart System Communication Wiring System for more information.
Power Meter Functions
In addition to protection functions, MicroLogic A/P/H trip units offer all the functions of Power Meter products as well as operating assistance for the circuit breaker.
MicroLogic A/P/H trip unit measurement functions are made possible by the MicroLogic trip unit’s intelligence and the accuracy of the sensors. They are handled by a microprocessor that operates independent of protection functions.
Display Function
FDM121 Display Unit (One to One)
The FDM121 switchboard display unit can be connected to a communication (COM) option (Breaker Communication Module [BCM ULP]) using a circuit breaker ULP cord to display all measurements on a screen. The LCD screen is 3.78 x 3.78 in. (96 x 96 mm). The FMD121 display unit requires a 24 Vdc power supply. The COM option (BCM ULP) unit is supplied by the same power supply via the circuit breaker ULP cord connecting it to the FDM121. See FDM121 Display for more information.
FDM128 Display Unit (One to Eight)
The FDM128 display unit uses an IFE Ethernet interface for low-voltage circuit breakers.
For all FDM, in addition to the information displayed on the MicroLogic trip unit LCD, the FDM screen shows demand, power quality, and maximum/minimum ammeter values along with histories and maintenance indicators.
Measurement Function
Instantaneous RMS Measurements
The MicroLogic trip unit continuously displays the RMS value of the highest current of the three phases and neutral (Imax). The navigation buttons can be used to scroll through the main measurements.
In the event of a fault trip, the trip cause is displayed.
The MicroLogic A trip unit measures phase, neutral, and ground fault currents.
MicroLogic P/H trip units offer voltage, power, power factor, frequency, and cos ? in addition to the measurements provided by MicroLogic A trip units.
Maximum / Minimum Ammeter
Every instantaneous measurement provided by MicroLogic A trip units can be associated with a maximum/minimum ammeter. The maximum for the highest current of the three phases, neutral, and demand current can be reset using the FDM display unit or the communication system.
Energy Metering
The MicroLogic P/H trip units also measures the energy consumed since the last reset of the meter. The active energy meter can be reset using the MicroLogic trip unit keypad, the FDM display unit, or the communication system.
Demand and Maximum Demand Values
MicroLogic P/H trip units also calculate demand current and power values. These calculations can be made using a block or sliding interval that can be set from five to sixty minutes in steps of one minute. The window can be synchronised with a signal sent through the communication system. Whatever the calculation method, the calculated values can be recovered on a PC through the communication network.
Ordinary spreadsheet software can be used to provide trend curves and forecasts based on this data. They provide a basis for load shedding and reconnection operations used to adjust consumption to the subscribed power.
Power Quality
The MicroLogic H trip unit calculates power quality indicators taking into account the presence of harmonics up to the fifteenth harmonic, including the total harmonic distortion (THD) of current and voltage.

MicroLogic A/P/H Trip Units Integrated Power Meter Functions
MicroLogic A/P/H Integrated Power Meter Functions | Type | Display | |||
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MicroLogic LCD | FDM Display | ||||
Display of protection settings | |||||
Pick-ups (A) and delays | All settings can be displayed | Ir, tr, Isd, tsd, Ii, Ig, tg | A/P/H | X | — |
Measurements | |||||
Instantaneous rms measurements | |||||
Currents (A) | Phases and neutral | IA, IB, IC, IN | A/P/H | X | X |
Average of phases | Iavg = (IA + IB + IC) / 3 | A/P/H | — | X | |
Highest current of the 3 phases and neutral | Imax of IA, IB, IC, IN | A/P/H | X | X | |
Ground fault (MicroLogic 6) | % Ig (pick-up setting) | A/P/H | X | X | |
Current unbalance between phases | % Iavg | P/H | — | X | |
Voltages (V) | Phase-to-phase | VAB, VBC, VCA | P/H | X | X |
Phase-to-neutral | VAN, VBN, VCN | P/H | X | X | |
Average of phase-to-phase voltages | Vavg = (VAB + VBC + VCA) / 3 | P/H | — | X | |
Average of phase-to-neutral voltages | Vavg = (VAN + VBN + VCN) / 3 | P/H | — | X | |
Ph-Ph and Ph-N voltage unbalance | % Vavg | P/H | — | X | |
Phase sequence | ABC, ACB | P/H | X | X* | |
Frequency (Hz) | Power system | f | P/H | X | X |
Power | Active (kW) | P, total | P/H | X | X |
P, per phase | P/H | X | X | ||
Reactive (kVAR) | Q, total | P/H | X | X | |
Q, per phase | P/H | X | X | ||
Apparent (kVA) | S, total | P/H | X | X | |
S, per phase | P/H | X | X | ||
Power Factor | PF, total | P/H | X | X | |
PF, per phase | P/H | X | X | ||
Cos φ | Cos φ, total | P/H | X | X | |
Cos φ, per phase | P/H | X | X | ||
Maximum/Minimum Ammeter | Associated with instantaneous rms measurements | Reset using the FDM display unit and MicroLogic keypad | A/P/H | X | X |
Energy Metering | |||||
Energy | Energy Active (kW), reactive (kVARh), apparent (kVAh) | Total since last reset | P/H | X | X |
Demand and Maximum Demand Values | |||||
Demand Current (A) | Phases and neutral P | Present value on the selected window | P/H | X | X |
Maximum demand since last reset | P/H | X | X | ||
Demand Power | Active (kWh), reactive (kVAR), apparent (kVA) | Present value on the selected window | P/H | X | X |
Maximum demand since last reset | P/H | X | X | ||
Calculation Window | Sliding, fixed or com-synchronised | Adjustable from 5 to 60 minutes in 1 minute steps* | P/H | — | — |
Power Quality | |||||
Total Harmonic Distortion (%) | Of voltage with respect to rms value | THDU,THDV of the Ph-Ph and Ph-N voltage | H | X | X |
Of current with respect to rms value | THDI of the phase current | H | X | X |
Histories
Maintenance Indicators
MicroLogic trip units have indicators for, among other items, the number of operating cycles, contact wear P/H, load profile and operating times (operating hours counter) of the MasterPact circuit breaker.
It is possible to assign an alarm to the operating cycle counter to plan maintenance.
The various indicators can be used together with the trip histories to analyze the level of stresses the device has been subjected to.
Contact Wear
Each time a MasterPact circuit breaker opens, the MicroLogic P/H trip unit measures the interrupted current and increments the contact-wear indicator as a function of the interrupted current, according to test results stored in memory. Breaking under normal load conditions results in a very slight increment. The indicator value may be read on the FDM display.
It provides an estimation of contact wear calculated on the basis of the cumulative forces affecting the circuit breaker. When the indicator reaches 100%, it is advised to visually inspect the contacts per the instructions in the circuit breaker user guide.
Circuit Breaker Load Profile
MicroLogic A/P/H trip units calculate the load profile of the circuit breaker protecting a load circuit. The profile indicates the percentage of the total operating time at four current levels (% of circuit breaker In):
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0 to 49% In
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50 to 79% In
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80 to 89% In
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≥ 90% In.
This information can be used to optimize use of the protected equipment or to plan ahead for maintenance interval extensions.
Management of Installed Devices
Each circuit breaker equipped with a COM option (BCM ULP) can be identified using the communication system:
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serial number
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firmware version
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hardware version
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device name assigned by the user.
This information together with the previously described indications provides a clear description of the installed devices.

MicroLogic A/P/H Trip Units Operating Assistance Functions
MicroLogic A/P/H Operating Assistance Functions | Type | Display | |||
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MicroLogic LCD | FDM Display | ||||
Operating Assistance | |||||
Trip History | |||||
Trips | Cause of tripping | Ir, Isd, Ii, Ig, IDn | A/P/H | X | X |
Maintenance Indicators | |||||
Counter | Mechanical cycles | Assignable to an alarm | A/P/H | — | X |
Electrical cycles | Assignable to an alarm | A/P/H | — | X | |
Hours | Total operating time (hours)* | A/P/H | — | — | |
Indicator | Contact wear | % | P/H | X | X |
Load Profile | Hours at different load levels | % of hours in four current ranges: 0-49% In, 50-79% In, 80-89% In and ≥ 90% In | P/H | — | X |
FDM121 Display
MicroLogic trip unit measurement capabilities come into full play with the FDM121 display. It connects to the COM option (BCM ULP) with a circuit breaker ULP cord and displays the MicroLogic trip unit information. The result is a true integrated unit combining a circuit breaker and a power meter. Additional operating assistance functions can also be displayed.
An FDM121 display unit can be connected to ULP communication devices using a prefabricated cord to display all measurements, alarms, histories and event tables, maintenance indicators, and management of installed devices on a screen.
The FMD121 display unit requires a 24 Vdc power supply.
The FDM121 is a display that can be integrated with the PowerPact H/J/L/P/R or MasterPact NT circuit breaker systems. It uses the sensors and processing capacity of the MicroLogic trip unit. It is easy to use and requires no special software or settings. It is immediately operational when connected to the circuit breaker by a ULP cord.
It also provides monitoring and control with the use of the I/O application module, the motor mechanism module, or the circuit breaker communication module (BCM ULP).
The FDM121 has a large display, but requires very little depth. The anti-glare graphic screen is backlit for very easy reading even under poor ambient lighting and at sharp angles.
Display of MicroLogic Trip Unit Measurements and Alarms
The FDM121 is intended to display MicroLogic trip unit measurements, alarms and operating information. It cannot be used to modify the protection settings.
Measurements can be easily accessed using a menu. All user-defined alarms are automatically displayed. The display mode depends on the priority level selected during alarm set-up:
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high priority: a pop-up window displays the time-stamped description of the alarm and the orange Alarm LED flashes;
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medium priority: the orange Alarm LED goes continuously on;
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low priority: no display on the screen.
All faults resulting in a trip automatically produce a high-priority alarm, without any special settings required. In all cases, the alarm history is updated. The MicroLogic trip unit saves the information in its non-volatile memory in the event of an FDM121 power loss.
Status Indications and Remote Control
When the circuit breaker is equipped with the Breaker Communications Module (BCM ULP), the FDM121 display can also be used to view circuit breaker status conditions:
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O/F: ON/OFF
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SD: trip indication
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SDE: fault-trip indication (overload, short-circuit, or ground fault).
When the circuit breaker system is equipped with the I/O application module, the FDM121 can monitor and control:
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cradle management
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circuit breaker operation
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light and load control
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custom applications.
When the circuit breaker is equipped with the COM option (BCM ULP) (including connection to shunt close [XF] and shunt trip [MX1] communication voltage releases), the FDM121 display can also be used to control (open/close) the circuit breaker.
Two operating mode are available:
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local mode: open/close commands are enabled from the FDM121 while disabled from the communication network;
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remote mode: open/close commands are disabled from the FDM121 while enabled from the communication network.
Main Characteristics
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A 3.78 x 3.78 x 1.18 in. (96 x 96 x 30 mm) screen requiring 0.39 in. (10 mm) behind the door (or 0.79 in. [20 mm] when the 24 V power supply connector is used).
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White backlighting.
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Wide viewing angle: vertical ±60°, horizontal ±30°.
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High resolution: excellent reading of graphic symbols.
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Alarm LED: flashing orange for alarm pick-up, steady orange after operator reset if the alarm condition persists.
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Operating temperature range: +14°F (-10°C) to +131°F (+55°C).
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CE / UL / CSA marking.
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24 Vdc power supply, with tolerances 24 V -20% (19.2 V) to 24 V +10%
(26.4 V).
When the FDM121 is connected to the communication network, the 24 Vdc can be supplied by the communication system wiring system. Consumption is 40 mA.
Mounting
The FDM121 is easily installed in a switchboard.
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Standard door cut-out is 3.6 x 3.6 in. (92 x 92 mm).
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Attached using clips.
To avoid a cut-out in the door, an accessory is available for surface mounting by drilling only two 0.87 in. (22 mm) diameter holes.
Connection
The FDM121 is equipped with a 24 Vdc terminal block:
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A plug-in type terminal block with two wire inputs per point for easy daisy-chaining.
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A power supply range of 24 Vdc -20% (19.2 V) to 24 Vdc +10% (26.4 V). A 24 Vdc type auxiliary power supply must be connected to a single point on the ULP system. The FDM121 display has a two-point screw connector on the rear panel of the module for this purpose. The ULP module to which the auxiliary power supply is connected distributes the supply via the ULP cable to all the ULP modules connected to the system and therefore also to MicroLogic trip unit. See wiring diagram later in this section.
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Two RJ45 jacks.
The MicroLogic trip unit connects to the internal communication terminal block on the MasterPact circuit breaker with the circuit breaker ULP cord. Connection to one of the RJ45 connectors on the FDM121 automatically establishes communication between the MicroLogic trip unit and the FDM121 and supplies power to the MicroLogic trip unit measurement functions.
When the second connector is not used, it must be fitted with a line terminator.
Navigation
Five buttons are used for intuitive and fast navigation.
The “Context” button may be used to select the type of display (digital, bargraph, analogue).
The user can select the display language (Chinese, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, etc.).
Screens
Main Menu
When powered up, the FDM121 screen automatically displays the ON/OFF status of the device.
When not in use, the screen is not backlit. Backlighting can be activated by pressing one of the buttons. Goes off after three minutes.
Fast Access to Essential Information
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“Quick view” provides access to five screens that display a summary of essential operating information (I, U-V, f, P, E, THD, circuit breaker ON/OFF).
Access to Detailed Information
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“Metering” can be used to display the measurement data (I, U-V, f, P, Q, S, E, THD, PF) with the corresponding min/max values.
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“Alarms” displays active alarms and the alarm history.
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“Services” provides access to the operation counters, energy and maximum ammeter reset function, maintenance indicators, identification of modules connected to the internal bus, and FDM121 internal settings (language, contrast, etc.).
Communication Components and FDM121 Connections
The FDM121 degree of protection is IP54 in front. IP54 is maintained after switchboard mounting by using the supplied gasket during installation.
FDM128 Display
The MicroLogic trip unit measurement capabilities are fully utilized with the FDM128 display. The FDM128 display connects to Ethernet communication using the RJ45 port and displays MicroLogic trip unit information. The result is an integrated unit combining a circuit breaker with a power meter. Additional operating assistance functions can also be displayed.
The FDM128 display unit can be connected to a MicroLogic COM option (BCM ULP through an IFE). It uses the sensors and processing capacity of the MicroLogic trip unit and requires no special software or settings. The FDM128 is a large display, but requires very little depth. The anti-glare graphic screen is backlit for easy reading even under poor ambient lighting and at sharp angles.
The FDM128 display is designed to manage up to eight devices (PowerPact H/J/L/P/R or MasterPact NW/NT circuit breakers).
Display of MicroLogic Trip Unit Measurement and Trips
The FDM128 is intended to display MicroLogic A/P/H trip unit measurements, trips, and operating information. It cannot be used to modify the protection settings.
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Measurements may be easily accessed using a menu.
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Trips are automatically displayed.
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A pop-up window displays the time-stamped description of the trip.
Status Indications
When the circuit breaker is equipped with the COM option (BCM ULP) (including its set of sensors) the FDM128 display can also be used to view circuit breaker status conditions:
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O/F: ON/OFF
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SDE: Fault-trip indication (overload, short-circuit, ground fault)
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PF: ready to close
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CH: charged (spring loaded)
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CE, CD, CT cradle management with I/O application module
Remote Control
When the circuit breaker is equipped with the COM option (BCM ULP) (including connection to shunt close [XF] and shunt trip [MX1] communication voltage releases), the FDM128 display can also be used to operate (open/close) the circuit breaker.
Two operating mode are available:
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Local mode: open/close commands are enabled from the FDM128 while disabled from the communication network.
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Remote mode: open/close commands are disabled from the FDM128 while enabled from the communication network.
Main Characteristics
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4.54 x 3.40 in. (115.2 x 86.4 mm) with 5.7 in. (145 mm) QVGA display 320 x 240 pixels.
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Color TFT LCD, with LED backlight.
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Wide viewing angle: vertical ±80°, horizontal ±70°.
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High resolution: excellent reading of graphic symbols.
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Operating temperature range: +14°F (-10°C) to +131°F (+55°C).
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CE / UL / CSA marking.
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24 Vdc power supply, -10%/+20% (limit 20.4 - 28.8 Vdc).
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Consumption 6.8 W.
Mounting
Connection
The FDM128 is equipped with:
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a 24 Vdc terminal block:
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power supply range of 24 Vdc (limit 20.4 - 28.8 Vdc).
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The FDM128 display unit has a 2-point screw connector on the rear panel of the module for this purpose.
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One RJ45 Ethernet jacks.
The MicroLogic trip unit connects to the internal communication terminal block on the MasterPact circuit breakers through the circuit breaker ULP cord and Ethernet connection through the IFE.
Navigation
Screens
Main Menu
When not in use, the screen is automatically shifted to low back-lighting.
Fast Access to Essential Information
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“Quick view” provides access to five screens that display a summary of essential operating information (I, U-V, f, P, E, THD, circuit breaker On / Off).
Access to Detailed Information
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"Metering" can be used to display the measurement data (I, U-V, f, P, Q, S, E, THD, PF) with the corresponding min/max values.
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“Alarms” displays the trip history.
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“Services” provides access to the operation counters, energy and maximum ammeter reset function, maintenance indicators, identification of modules connected to the internal bus and FDM128 internal settings (language, contrast, etc.).
Communication Components and FDM128 Connections
The FDM128 degree of protection is IP65 at the touch screen cover. IP54 is maintained after installation by using the supplied gasket.