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