Kongsberg RCU500 Remote Controller Unit

Kongsberg RCU500 Remote Controller Unit

Core hardware configuration

Processor and Storage

CPU：PowerPC 8245， Main frequency of 400MHz, capable of running AIM and DP ship applications

Memory: 32 MB SDRAM; Flash Memory: 16 MB Flash

Various communication interfaces

Interface type specification parameters

Universal serial port 12 channel RS-232/RS-422/RS-485; 4-channel isolated RS-232/RS-422/RS-485

CAN bus dual channel CAN bus, speed 1 Mbps

Profibus dual channel Profibus, speed 12 Mbps

SPBus (connected to RIO400 remote IO) 1 channel; RS-485 multipoint bus; Manchester code; Maximum 2 MHz; Optocoupler isolation 500V; 9-pin DSUB male connector; Power supply 10-28.8VDC

Ethernet dual independent 100 Mb LAN port

Digital I/O 4-channel universal digital input DI; 4-channel universal digital output DO

System monitoring function

BIST has built-in self-test and reports fault information to the operator station;

Hardware watchdog Watchdog, with system status output;

Built in temperature sensor and cooling fan fault alarm;

Panel status LED, including Run/Error operation fault indicator light, with a total of 8 status LEDs.

Redundancy feature

Support RCU500 redundant configuration;

Hot replacement is supported in redundant systems, allowing for non-stop replacement of controllers.

Mechanical and Installation

DIN standard rail installation, plug-in connectors for easy installation and replacement.

Dimensions: height 355   mm x width 158   mm x depth 87   mm; weight 1.35   kg.

Electrical parameters

Power supply: 24   VDC ± 20%; Maximum power consumption of 20W;

Wiring terminal: screw terminal, compatible with wire cross-sectional area of 1.5 mm ²;

Maximum heat dissipation of 20W; protection level of IP20.

Environmental conditions

Project parameters

Working temperature: 0 ℃~70 ℃

Storage temperature -25 ℃~70 ℃

Relative humidity for work/storage up to 98% RH

EMC Electromagnetic Compatibility EN 61000-6-2, EN 61000-6-4, IEC 60945

Adhere to standards and class certification

Following standards: IEC 61131-2, IEC 60945, IACS E10, IEC 61508 (functional safety); Possessing CE marking.

Classification certification (expected to be completed in Q2 2004): DNV, ABS, T Ü V Rheinland (IEC61508 functional safety).

Typical application scenarios

Dynamic Positioning System (DP)

Ship overall control system

Industrial/Ship Process Control System

Ship safety system