DECISION-MAKER 550 GENERATOR CONTROLLER
The DEC 550 controller firmware (application program) is factory loaded and used for field upgrades or replacement.
NOTICE!!
DEC 550 controller is now offered with keyswitch optional panel.
Allows user to lock generator in OFF and remove key.
A CD-ROM is shipped attached to the 550 controller that includes: Firmware, Program Loader, and Personality Profile. Program Loader software is required to upgrade the controller firmware.
XC500 is a DEC 550 that has been brand labelled for OEM sales and is not available in North America.
Order 550 Personality Profile replacements using part no. 550profile.
DEC 550 is now available with keyswitch option. See PowerTalk letter 08-09S for details.
Notice: Do not load an earlier version over a later version of the firmware.
Version 3.04.3 Release date 3/14/2017
Update:
- Added support for 10 Amp. Battery Charger.
Version 3.03.0 Release date 11/1/2016
Update:
- Resolves Analog Voltage Adjust on Non-ECM units.
Version 2.92
Voltage regulator parameter: Inner Gain adjustment available on Menu 20.
Version 2.70
Features Added: Added support for new 9 character alpha-numeric serial numbers.
Version 2.69
Not released
Version 2.68
Marine Lloyds Applications: Unused inputs available for customized functionality.
Version 2.67
Not released
Version 2.66
Not released
Version 2.65
Not released
Version 2.64
Marine Applications: Added support for 3rd party approval. Added support for use with Scania engines.
Version 2.63
Not released
Version 2.62
Not released
Version 2.61
Not released
Version 2.60
John Deere Service Tool: Resolved ECM communication conflict.
Version 2.59
Not released
Version 2.58
Not released
Version 2.57
Not released
Version 2.56
General Motors: Added VSG control for GM Tier 3 powered units.
Maximum generator rating increased from 3000 KW to 3250 KW.
Version 2.55
General Motors: Added support for GM emissions engines.
Version 2.54
Pre-Lube Function: Added engine oil pre-lubrication function when engine is not running.
Version 2.53
Analog Voltage Adjust: Added to Menu 11, see TP-6200 for details.
Version 2.52
Dual-Starter: Added in personality profile as RDO-23 application.
Version 2.51
Engineered special release only.
Version 2.50
Engineered special release only.
Version 2.49
John Deere: CANbus JDEC updates for Tier III engines.
Version 2.48
Engineered special release only for 6900V application.
Version 2.47
ECM Support: ADEC for MTU engines, including: low coolant temperature warning disable, overspeed test, KVAR values.
Version 2.46
John Deere: Added ECM support for engine communication.
MDEC: Corrected nuisance generator running indication.
ES: Support of 6300V Wye engine.
Version 2.45
Engineered special release only for 2400V application.
Version 2.44
Overfrequency Shutdown: Changed default to 103% Std., 97% FAA.
Version 2.43
Maintenance Reminder: Menu 4 time setting to be saved upon power outage.
Version 2.42
ECM: Cobra EMS2 and Deere JDEC electronic control modules.
Crank Cycle: Changed selection to 30 second maximum per cranking cycle from 60 second maximum.
Version 2.41
Engineered special release only.
Version 2.40
Engineered special release only.
Version 2.39
Idle Mode Function: Modification to continuous idle mode function with selection of Time Delay (999 sec.). Changes will override the Time Delay Engine Cooldown (TDEC).
Version 2.38
Engineered special release only.
Version 2.36
Power-Up: Eliminated the lockup problems seen with V2.35.
Version 2.35
Voltage Adjustment: Menu 12 enhancement to eliminate EEPROM WRITE FAILURE during low battery voltage condition.
Alternator Protection Shutdown: Added parameter to shutdown when rated kW output exceeds 102% for 60 seconds.
Version 2.34
Digital Speed Control Adjustment: Ability to adjust engine speed form MDEC generators used in paralleling applications.
Version 2.33
6000 Volt Application: Added selection for 6000 Volt/50Hz Application
Version 2.32
Monitor II: Revision to support Monitor II (v. 4.0.0) when displaying defined common faults.
Version 2.31
Dial-Out Modem: Added support of engineered special dial-out modem.
Version 2.30
Engineered special release only.
Version 2.23
Wireless Monitor: Revision to Wireless Monitor Modbus communication and modifications associated to temperature senders.
Version 2.22
Added support of UL2200 to DDC 2.4 MW and 2.8 MW generator sets.
Version 2.21
Added support of Kavlico and Airpax coolant temperature senders (non-ECM applications).
Version 2.20
Voltage Regulation: Revision to avoid high voltage occurrences upon start-up (single-phase only).
Version 2.19
Menu 14: Access code changes enabled for all programming modes.
Version 2.18
2400 and 12000 Volt Application: Added selections for both 2400 and 12000 Volt applications.
Version 2.16 and 2.17
Engineered special release only.
Version 2.15
4800 Volt Application: Added selection for 4800 Volt application.
Version 2.14
Low Fuel Shutdown (GM Engines): Revision to avoid nuisance shutdowns occurring after inhibit time complete and unit in AUTO.
Paralleling Applications (Menu 11-PF Control Enabled): Revision to power factor calculation to avoid alternator related nuisance shutdowns and improve operation during reverse power conditions.
Version 2.13
No Coolant Temp Signal Fault: Time delay added for engine warmup.
Version 2.12
Overspeed Shutdown: Relay driver output (RDO) enhancement.
Version 2.11
Marathon Alternator: Add 150 C temperature rise.
Version 2.10
Cooldown Temperature Override Option: The user can select engine cooldown shutdown based on time delay. Engine shutdown is still based on the engine cooldown temperature unless this option is selected at Menu 8, Time Delays (local) or Monitor II Software Data Window-Setup (remote). The time delay data window must be selected.
Voltage Regulation Enhancement: Includes gain adjustments for standalone and paralleling non-linear applications at Menu 11, Voltage Regulator
Voltage Calibration Function: Line-to-line metering calibration has been added, supplementing line-to-neutral calibration. Place the 550 controller master switch in AUTO.
New Engines Supported: Shutdowns, warnings, and other functions have been added for GM, Waukesha, and MTU engines. Refer to Decision-Maker 550 Software Upgrades Letter No. 02-51S for more information.
Protective Relays for Switchgear Applications: A new Menu 15 has been added to the 550 controller for switchgear applications. Protective relays are now a software function which saves you installation time and money. Also check into the Reverse Power Shutdown feature that prevents AC power flow into the genset from the utility or another generator. The switchgear applications are only available when ordering Kohler PD-Series Switchgear with a Decision-Maker 550 controller.
Reinitialization Made Easy: Controller upgrades can now be done without manually recording field set parameters.