NORISTAR 2000Remote control for ship propulsion plants

Certified to DIN EN ISO 9001 2000

• Designed for controllable pitch propellers, reversing gears and reversing engines

• Easy to install and, thus, cost effective

• Can be commissioned by end user

• System adaptable to different requirements

• Integrated touch panel for user-friendly parameterisation

• System tested by real-time simulator

• Software configuration via plug-in Flash-PROM

• Software can be changed via e-mail transfer

• Password protection for internal functions

• History function for saving data on events and variables

• Trend graphics function for up to 4 analogue signals

• Load control prevents overloading of engines

• CHIEF LIMIT function for limiting power

• Supports SHUT DOWN and SLOW DOWN function

• Defined control programs for any regions of trade

• Two special programs for controllable pitch propeller operation

• Defined control program for emergency operation

• Integrated back-up control

• Safe bus line system up to 1200 m long

• Optional additional functions: load distribution, electric shaft,

EOT, start-stop logic, speed and pitch acquisition

• Guaranteed world-wide service for maximum availability

The NORISTAR 2000 system, prototype tested to GL, LRS, BV, ABS (PDA) and RINA, is designed for the control of ship propulsion plants. It meets all requirements set forth in AUT24 and UMS. NORISTAR 2000 is comprised of a central processing unit and operator panels connected via a bus system. The operator panels of custom-tailored design provide the flexibility needed for creating solutions optimised for different applica-tions and customer requirements.All systems are tested and pre-set at the factory so as to ensure rapid and smooth commissioning. Assisted by the display displaying the system in-formation in plain text, end users themselves can adapt the system during port trials and trials at sea to their specific needs. No programming knowledge is required for this purpose.

Field of applicationThe NORISTAR 2000 can be used in control-lable pitch propeller systems for controlling the pitch and/or speed, and in reversing gears and reversing diesel engines for controlling a speed controller.

Function

Basic functionsThe infinitely variable setpoints are transmitted from the bridge, bridge wings or engine control room via engine room telegraphs or throttles. Control curves have been prepared in the range from seconds up to hours for both forward and reverse movements. Any desired number of sali-ent points can be specified. Internal communication is via rapid and safe bus traffic based on RS 485 with a length of up to 1200 m maximum. Thanks to this technology, wiring errors are avoided already during installation, because a two-wire system suffices for bus traffic. All interfaces for connection to other systems are electrically isolated so as to avoid interference. All data are stored in a non-volatile memory so that no data will get lost in case of a power failure.

Basic control programs defined • Sailing – for free trading• Manoeuvring – for estuary trading• Emergency – for crash manoeuvres (maximum availability)

Emergency control programThe control program defined for Emergency oper-

ation allows the user to take over full command in case of need so that any measures required can be taken very fast. It is possible, for example, to eliminate limitations or to shorten run-up times.

Back-up control (non-follow up)Back-up control is possible from all control sta-tions. The speed is set via a potentiometer in the control room console, while the pitch can be adjusted via pushbutton on the activated control station.

Combiner operation for controllable pitch propellerSpeed and pitch are variable and are set to certain operating points dependent on the speed of the vessel.

Constant speed mode for controllable pitch propellersWith the engine operating at a constant speed, individual manoeuvres can be carried out by changing the pitch. Operation can be with or without shaft generator.

Load control / CHIEF LIMIT A non-linear asymmetrical load controller limits filling so that overloading of the engine is prevented. An input for CHIEF LIMIT is pro-vided, allowing the user to set an absolute power limit.Input signals from the safety system such as SHUT DOWN and SLOW DOWN are proc-essed.

Fault treatmentAn extensive fault logic ensures that defined states are maintained or reached when there is a fault in the plant. All alarms are output in the display together with the time at which they have occurred. In addition, a help text providing initial information on the cause of faults can be invoked for each alarm.

Optional functions

Load distribution functionThe load distribution control feature is used when two main engines are to be operated with a common gear.The load distribution control feature ensures that the main engines can develop their full power in each operating condition even in the case of rapid load changes. Dragging of one main engine by the other one and running engines at speeds tending to stalling are prevented.

Electric shaft and EOTThe electric shaft connects the control sta-tions BRIDGE, WING PT, WING SB via a lever follow-up system. Further connections such as BRIDGE 2 or ECR are possible as an op-tion. The optional function EOT makes it possible to transmit commands between bridge and engine.

Start and stop logicUsing this logic, it is possible to extend the remote control functions by the automatic starting and stopping of the main engine. Well-proven solutions, which are suited for both four-stroke and two-stroke engines, are available for this purpose.

Measuring system for pitch and speedThis system is comprised of measuring sen-sor, transducer and indicating devices. For measuring the • pitch, a double-potentiometer of a contact-free angular position transducer is used• speed, a tacho-generator or pick-up is used

System components

Central processing unit with touchscreen panelThe central processing unit is the heart of the system supplying all individual components of the NORISTAR 2000 with data and voltage. It also incorporates the back-up control and the inter-face to the main engine. The touchscreen panel integrated in the door is used for parameterising the operatic control.

Operator panelsA range of different operator panels for operat-ing the system is available for the engine control room or bridge. Depending on the location of installation, they have different functions and different authorisations. The degree of protec-tion of the units also depends on the location of installation.

Description of system

Wing panel• with control lever• indicators for pitch and speed• change over logic for control stands• back-up elements• dimmer, lamptest

Interface boxwith plug connection for bridge panel

Central control unit with touch screen panel

Bridge panel• with control lever• indicators for pitch and speed• change over logic for control stands• back-up elements• dimmer, buzzer, lamptest

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NORIS Automation Rostock GmbH

Friedrich-Barnewitz-Strasse 6

D - 18119 Rostock

Germany

Tel.: +49 (0)3 81/51 99 44-0

Fax: +49 (0)3 81/51 99 44-150

rostock@noris-automation.com

www.noris-automation.com

NORIS Automation GmbH

Muggenhofer Strasse 95

D - 90429 Nürnberg

Germany

Tel.: +49 (0)9 11/32 01-0

Fax: +49 (0)9 11/32 01-150

info@noris-automation.com

www.noris-automation.com

NORIS Automation Far East Pte Ltd.

No. 20 Bukit Batok Crescent

Enterprise Center #05-08

SG - Singapore 658080

Tel.: +65 62 67 85 36

Fax: +65 62 67 85 37

lawrence@norisautomation.com

www.norisautomation.com

Logical diagram for CPP control system

WING PT WHEELHOUSE WING STBD

ECR PITCH ECR SPEEDSELECTION

BRIDGE/WINGS

SELECTION

ECR/BRIDGE

SELECTION

LOCAL/

AUTOMATIC

SLOW DOWN

60%

SLOW DOWN

LOAD LIMIT

CURVE

CHIEF LIMIT

LOAD

CONTROLLER

+

–

+

–

+

–

PITCH TO

ZERO

SHUT DOWN

SELECTION

COMBINATOR/

CONST. SPEED

ACTUAL

SPEED

ACTUAL

LOAD

ACTUAL

PITCH

PITCH

SETTING

SPEED

SETTING

IDLE

SPEED

CONST. SPEED

100%

MIRRORED

COMBINATOR

SAILING

MANOEVRING

MAX. AVAILABILITY

ACCELERATION

PROGRAMS

Technical Data - NORISTAR 2000

Power supply

Main 24 V/DC +30/-25%, uninterruptable

Battery 24 V/DC +30/-25%, uninterruptable

Ambient conditions

Operating temperature 0 - 70 °C, GL: Environment C

Degree of protection IP55, Wings area IP56

Vibrations 0,7 g

Maximum bus length 1200 m

In- and Outputs

Central unit 10 analogue inputs

5 analogue outputs

16 binary inputs

12 binary outputs

ECR control stand 8 analogue inputs

4 analogue outputs

16 binary inputs

16 binary outputs

Bridge and wings 8 analogue inputs

4 analogue outputs

16 binary inputs

16 binary outputs

Max. load of binary outputs I < 0,5 A, short-circuit proof

Resolution analogue 12 bit

Signal forms

Voltage 0 ... 5 V/DC, 0 ... 10 V/DC, +/- 5 V/DC, +/- 10 V/DC

Current 0 ... 20 mA, 4 ... 20 mA

PITCH

CONTROLLER

RAMP

GENERATOR

PITCH SPEEDPITCH SPEED