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Genlink DCP Version 3 Connection Guide

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Getting Started with Genlink-DCP Version 3

Prerequisites
In order to use Genlink-DCP to communicate with DCP control
panels you will need the following:

• A computer with the latest version of Genlink-DCP v3

installed. Service Dealers with certified technicians can
download Genlink-DCP from the GENService website. The
Genlink-DCP CD can also be purchased through sales.

• A serial cable; Generac provides a 25 foot serial cable made

to connect to DCP controls, it is part number 0F7707.

• A USB adapter (if required) to connect the serial cable to the

computer.

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Table of Contents

List of figures . . . . . . . . . 3

System & Equipment requirements . . . . . . 4

ComPort Identification . . . . . . . 5

Determining ComPort Settings in an H-Panel . . . . 7

Determining ComPort Settings in a G-Panel . . . . 9

Using the Connections Screen in Genlink-DCP . . . . 11

Connecting to a DCP control Panel . . . . . . 18

Test the connection . . . . . . . 18

Bad connection . . . . . . . . 19

Using a Modem . . . . . . . 20

Security Access and Passwords . . . . . . 21

Making the Connection . . . . . . . 21

Couldn’t Connect . . . . . . . . 22

Genlink-DCP and PM-DCP Panel Menus . . . . . 23

Quick Connect Outline . . . . . . . 29

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List of Figures
Figure 1 – PC ComPort Status, Steps 1 to 4 . . . . . 5
Figure 2 – PC ComPort Status, Steps 5 & 6 . . . . . 6
Figure 3 – PC ComPort Status, Steps 7 to 9 . . . . . 6
Figure 4 – H-Panel User Display Navigation . . . . . 7
Figure 5 – H-Panel Display Diagnostics Menu . . . . 8
Figure 6 – H-Panel Display Diagnostics Page 1 . . . . . 8
Figure 7 – H-Panel Display Diagnostics Page 5 (Modem Port) . . . 8
Figure 8 – H-Panel Display Diagnostics Page 5 (RS-232/Genlink Port) . . 8
Figure 9 – G-Panel Touchscreen Display. . . . . . 9
Figure 10 – G-Panel Touchscreen Diagnostics Screen . . . . 9
Figure 11 – G-Panel Touchscreen Communication Diagnostics. . . 10
Figure 12 – Genlink-DCP Connections Screen . . . . . 11
Figure 13 – Add and Edit Connections . . . . . . 12
Figure 14 – Connection Name . . . . . . . 13
Figure 15 – Connection Name Example . . . . . . 14
Figure 16. – Connection Advanced Button . . . . . 15
Figure 17 – Advanced Connection Edit Screen . . . . . 15
Figure 18 – Connection Screen Actions Button . . . . . 16
Figure 19 – Connection Screen Print Buttons . . . . . 17
Figure 20 – Test Connection Good . . . . . . 18
Figure 21 – Test Connection Bad . . . . . . 19
Figure 22 – Connection Screen Find Slave ID . . . . . 19
Figure 23 – Modem File Menu Screen . . . . . . 20
Figure 24 – Security Access Screen . . . . . . 21
Figure 25 – Loading Screen . . . . . . . 21
Figure 26 – Couldn’t Connect Screen . . . . . . 22
Figure 27 – Genlink-DCP Control Panel display . . . . . 23
Figure 28 – Genlink-DCP Control Panel type. . . . . . 24
Figure 29 – Genlink-DCP Control Panel Menu bar . . . . 25
Figure 30 – Genlink-DCP Parameter screen . . . . . 27

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System & Equipment Requirements

In order to access and make use of all the features found in the Power Manager DCP
Control Panels (H-Panel and G-Panel) using Genlink-DCP, you must first connect to the
control panel. We highly recommend the use of the Generac Serial Connection Cable,
PN 0F7707. This cable is designed to work with all of the PM-DCP controls and the
21-Light RAP/RRP using the Annunciator and Relay Panel Configurator. Other null
modem serial cables can be tried, but it is not always successful – particularly if the
control has the optional Modem installed.

The PC will need a 9-pin serial port; this is normally assigned as Communication Port 1
(COM1). If the PC does not have a serial port a RS-232 Serial to USB adapter will need
to be used. There are many aftermarket adapters available; pick one that has the drivers
that meet your PC hardware requirements.

Standard Null Modem cables will cause problems when trying to connect or if trying to
download firmware.

Not all RS-232 to USB adapters are the same. Some can cause problems when trying to
connect to a control panel. There is no one type we have found that always works on
every PC. If you have consistent problems when trying to connect, or staying connected,
try a different USB-serial adapter, and always make sure your cable is in good condition.

Equipment requirements outline

1. PC running MS Windows (XP, Vista or Win-7). Hardware should be at least that

which is recommended by Microsoft for the version of Windows being run.
2. .NET Framework 3.5 or later.
3. Windows Installer 3.1 or later (normally comes with Windows)
4. Serial Cable, Generac PN OF7707.
5. USB to Serial cable adapter (if required on your PC) and its associated driver.
6. The current version of Genlink-DCP (version 3.12 or higher). Check the
GENService website for the download of the current version.
7. Read this instruction guide.

Communication settings notes:

1. The default communication settings in all PM-DCP control panels from the
factory are: Modbus Slave (100), 9600 Baud, No Parity, 1 Stop Bit
2. The default communication settings in Genlink-DCP are: Modbus Master, 9600
Baud, No Parity, 1 Stop Bit.

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Identifying the ComPort Genlink-DCP will use on your PC

The typical serial port on a PC is usually identified as ComPort 1 (COM1). This is the
default ComPort which Genlink-DCP will attempt to use. If the PC does not have a serial
port, use a USB to Serial adapter. Follow the directions with the USB-Serial adapter you
purchase to install it in one of the PC USB ports. Genlink will recognize all active,
configured ComPorts.

All of the screenshots and instructions shown in this guide are from a PC based laptop
running Microsoft Windows XP. When using MS Vista or Windows-7 use the
appropriate menus which perform the same functions. Please do not contact the Generac
Service Department with PC related problems.

Identify the ComPort being used by the USB-Serial Adapter

1. Open the Control Panel

3. Select Hardware

4. Select Device Manager

2. Open System

Figure 1 –Follow steps 1 through 4 to identify the PC communication port status

The USB-Serial adapter must be plugged in and its driver installed to identify it.

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5. Expand the Ports icon

6. Identify the USB adapters, and

other devices, and which port they are
assigned to.
Double click the applicable port to
change port settings.

Figure 2 - Follow steps 5 & 6 to identify communication port status.

7. Select Port Settings

The Baudrate (bits per second) Bits,

Parity, & Stop Bits should match the
settings used in Genlink DCP. The
factory default is 9600 Baud, 8 bits,
No Parity, 1 Stop Bit.
Flow control should be None

8. Select Advanced

9. Use the pull down arrow

and choose which port to
assign the device to.

Figure 3 - Follow steps 7 through 9 to identify communication port status.

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Determining the Communication Settings already in a Control Panel

The first step in connecting to a PM-DCP control panel is determining the RS-232
Genlink communication port settings already in the panel. Do this through the user
display interface; the dual display screens in an H-Panel and the Touchscreen for a G-
Panel.

ComPorts in an H-Panel

Figure 4 - User interface keypad on the H-panel; press the “MENU” button; look in the
right display; Use the arrow keys to move the flashing curser to the “Diagnostic” menu,
and push the “ENTER” button.

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Figure 5 - Right Display

Screen Main Menu; put
the flashing curser on the
Diagnostic choice.

Figure 6 - Page 1 of the

Diagnostic Menu; put the
curser on the right arrow
in the lower right corner
of the screen and press the
ENTER button to go to
page 5

Figure 7 - If there is a
Modem connected to the
panel this is the display
you will see.

Figure 8 - Connect the Black end of the 0F7707 cable (marked ‘Control panel’), and
the screen display should look like this. If there is NO Modem connected to the panel the
screen will look like this. Notice that the control panel is set for: Modbus Slave
(address 100), RS-232, 9600 baud, 8 Bits, 1 Stop Bit, and No Parity. If it is anything
different, you must make the Genlink-DCP communication port on your PC match
the control. You cannot change the control panel comport settings without Genlink
DCP.

Make the communication port in the PC/Genlink-DCP match the RS-232 port in the
control panel. Connect the Gray end of the 0F7707 serial cable (marked ‘Computer’) to
the PC, and the Black end (marked ‘Control Panel’) to the serial port on the H-panel.

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ComPorts in a G-Panel
In a G-Control Panel check the setting of the RS-232 communication port through the
Touchscreen Diagnostics menu. G-Panels use Comport 2 for RS-232 Genlink and
Modem Communication. The factory default setting for Genlink communication is 9600
Baud, No Parity, 1 Stop Bit. This does not need to be changed.

Use the Touch Screen on the operator’s interface to look at the setting in the G-Panel.

Figure 9 - Press the “Diagnostic” icon on the Touchscreen

0010001 0010001 0010001 0010001

0010001 0010001 0010001 0010001

Not Enabled
1

Figure 10 - Press the “Communications” icon on the Touchscreen

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Modbus Slave: 100/RS-232

9600/8/1/None

Requests Rxed = 0 Responses Txed = 0

Figure 11 - Use the + and – icons to Select Port 2.

Make the communication port in the PC/Genlink-DCP match the RS-232 port in the
control panel. Connect the Gray end of the 0F7707 cable (marked ‘Computer’) to the
PC, and the Black end (marked ‘Control Panel’) to the serial port on the G-panel. The
serial connection for most G-Panels is on the top or side of the Relay Enclosure box.

The communication settings on each device must match. Genlink-DCP

(the PC) is always the Master and the control panel (PM-DCP H- or G-
Panel) will always be the Slave. The baudrate, parity and stop bits on
each device must be the same.

The default settings for Genlink DCP are:

• Modbus Master, 9600 Baud; No Parity, 1 Stop Bits

The factory default settings for all PM-DCP control panels are:
• Modbus Slave (100), 9600 Baud, No Parity, 1 Stop Bit

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Using the Connections Screen in Genlink-DCP Version 3.x

Figure 12 - This is the Genlink-DCP Version 3 Connection screen. A new feature is the
ability of Genlink to use all of the available Comports in a PC. This gives greater
flexibility when working with communication networks to which multiple generators are
connected.

For instance, communicating with several generators connected to a network using the
Grid Connect RS-232 to Ethernet connector. Each Grid Connect device has a specific IP
address on the network. A specific connection for each generator can be set up using the
Lantronix Comport Redirector (or something similar). Genlink-DCP can then be
configured to use the appropriate connection to connect to each generator independently.

Click the HELP button in the bottom right corner of the connection screen and follow the
link for a pdf copy of this bulletin.

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Figure 13 - This is the section of the Connection screen is used to set up and edit each
connection. If there is already a connection set up, it will show up in the list by clicking
the small triangle to the right of the Connection Name window. The default connection is
COM1 (serial port) 9600 Baud, 1 Stop Bit, No Parity.

There are three choices available when working with the Connection Name menu:
• Add New Connection – used to add and configure a new connection
• Edit Connection – used to edit the selected Connection Name
• Delete Connection – used to delete the selected Connection Name

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Enter the connection name here

Enter the bus name here

Figure 14 - Click either the “Add New Connection” or “Edit Connection” buttons. If
it is a new connection it will start with the default name filled in with the date and time
stamp.

Enter the Name to be used for the New Connection. Keep the naming simple and brief
for ease of use. For instance: COM 2 USB

Name the communication Bus that the connection will be using. For instance if it is the
direct connect serial port, name it Direct Serial, or COM1. For instance: COM 2 USB.
There is no harm in giving the Connection and the Bus the same name.

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Figure 15 - Here the Connection Name is USB Com 9, the Bus Name is also USB Com
9, and the COM Port being used is COM9, where the USB adapter is plugged in. The
Speed selected is 9600 Baud, which is the default baudrate for connecting to H- and G-
control panels.

It is important to remember that the RS-232 communication port setting in each Control
Panel (H & G-panels) from the factory for Genlink-DCP communications is set for 9600
Baud, No Parity 1 Stop Bit, slave address 100. The settings in Genlink DCP
must match the settings in the control panel. To change the settings of a port in
a control panel, you must first connect to that panel at the default settings, make the
changes to the communication port, and then re-power the panel to make the settings take
effect. It is recommended that you leave the settings in each panel at the
factory default settings unless it is necessary to change them to work with
a particular communication bus.
At the bottom of this screen is the Modbus Slave address. It is possible to have more
than one control panel on a common communication bus. In such a case you would need
to identify each separate control panel with a different slave address. For instance, if
there are 4 H-Panels on one communication bus the first could have a slave address of
101, the next 102, the next 103, and the last 104. This way you would be able to
communicate with each control panel individually on the same communication bus.

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Figure 16 - Click the

“Advanced” button in the Bus
Configuration screen; the screen
shown in figure 17 will open.

Figure 17 - The advanced Bus Configuration screen is used to customize each

communication bus configuration.

The default settings for using Genlink DCP with cable or with an Ethernet connection, is
still 1 Stop Bit and No Parity; but the type of connection may have different timing
characteristics. There are 6 different timing choices:
• Direct Serial Connection – this is using a cable and the direct com port or a USB
to 232 adapter
• Modem Line – this is using a modem and dedicated phone line
• Slow Redirector – using a dial up or ISDN connection
• Medium Redirector – using a Cable or DSL connection
• Fast Redirector – using a LAN or WAN network connection
• Custom – user configurable if you know all of the Modbus timing parameters
The Custom Information Test box can be used to record any information about the
connection or other information about the bus being used or the unit the bus connects to.

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Figure 18 - The Actions block of the Connections screen has 7 options.

• CONNECT – click this to connect to a control panel using Genlink-DCP. Make sure
the settings in Genlink-DCP match the settings in the control panel you are
connecting to and that your cable or other device is connected properly.
• TEST - this will confirm if the physical connection to the
panel is good or not. This is a great check to perform before
you even think about clicking the Connect button.
• FIND SLAVE ID – when clicked will display the slave ID (Node) of the panel and
the baudrate, if the communications are good.
• WAIT FOR CALL – if you are using a Modem this selection will put Genlink-DCP
into a mode where it is waiting for a call into the Modem on your computer. As long
as Genlink is running it will answer a call from a control panel which is using a
Modem.
• UPGRADE FIRMWARE – This button will allow you to upgrade/load Firmware
into the panel. There is a chapter in the Commercial Study Guide which gives the
step by step procedure to do this.
• CLOSE – will close the Connections screen. You can use the Connect Icon in the
upper left corner of the screen to open it again.
• HELP – will open the html help index.

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Figure 19 - There are 2 print choices which will print the connection information

• Print this connection – will print the current connection displayed in the Connection
Name box to whatever printer is connected to your computer.
• Print all connections – Prints all of the connections in the connection pull down
menu.

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Connecting to a DCP control Panel

Connect the grey end of the 0F7707 serial cable to the serial port on the PC, or to the
USB-Serial adapter. Connect the Black end of the cable to the serial port on the DCP
control panel.

Test your connection

When the cable is connected, before clicking the Connect button, click the Test button to
validate that the physical connection to the control panel is good. If the connection is
good, a screen will appear similar to the one below. It will display the Firmware version
in the panel, the type of panel, and a recommendation for which version of Genlink-DCP
to use when working with that panel.

Figure 20 – A good connection will result in a screen similar to that shown above when
the Test button is clicked.

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Bad Connection or Incorrect Settings

Figure 21 - If the connection is bad or the port settings are incorrect, this message will be
displayed.

When using the TEST button, if the connection is not good because of a bad cable, poor
connection, incorrect Baudrate, Parity or Stop bits, or the panel is not powered, the screen
will display the above message, (that it “Couldn’t get firmware version”). If this happens
recheck all of the settings and the cable connections. A common mistake is to connect
the wrong end of the 0F7707 cable to each device. Correct the problem and Test again.
If it will not pass the Test you will not be able to connect.

If you do all of the previous steps and cannot connect it could be a problem with the USB
adapter, the cable, or serial connector or wiring from the serial connector to the control
panel. The simplest thing to check is the serial connector wiring. Look at the backside of
the serial connector and make sure the wires are connected to the individual pins and are
not frayed, crossing, or disconnected. If they are damaged, repair the wiring problem.

If someone was attempting to load new firmware and for some reason the download was
interrupted, you may not be able to connect to the panel. You will need to follow the
directions for performing a firmware download (covered in training) when the panel
boots up. This procedure requires the appropriate training, the correct firmware, and a
level two password.

Figure 22 - Use Find Slave ID to

check for the Slave (node) ID of the
panel. If the communications are
good the node address and the
communications baudrate that
Genlink-DCP is using will be
displayed

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Using a Modem
If you are connecting using a Modem, set up a connection for the Modem. Make sure the
PC being used has the Modem configured so Genlink can see it. Set the baudrate, parity
and stop bits. If the control panel is configured with any alarms or warnings, then set up
Genlink to wait for a call. Use the wait for call menu to select how Genlink handles the
information coming in from a panel.

Figure 23 - Using the file menu with a Modem. There are two choices how to handle
incoming information. It can either be appended to an existing file, or it can be placed in
a new file. Select which you want to do and then designate where you want the file
saved.

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Security Access and Passords

Figure 24 - Click the Connect button and the Security Access screen will open. There
are three levels of access using Genlink-DCP v3. The Response Code is also referred to
as the password.

• Level zero – User level - no password required. Anything with a white

background can be used (not highlighted in pink or red)

• Level one – Configuration level. The password is generated by a level one

service technician dongle. Anything highlighted in pink can be changed.

• Level two – Factory/Service. Requires a password from the Generac Service

Department, or a Master Technician with a Generac service dongle on their PC.

Making the Connection

If the Test connection was successful, click the Connect button. The screen shown in
figure 25 will appear and the loading status of information from the panel into Genlink-
DCP will show the progress of the connection.

Figure 25 - The Loading all Configuration data screen will appear and the blue
progress bar will move across the screen as the data loads into Genlink-DCP.

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Couldn’t Connect

Figure 26 - If Genlink-DCP cannot communicate with the panel this screen will appear.

Of course since you already ran the “Test” function and it was good you will not see this
screen, If you didn’t run Test and you get this screen, follow the directions: Check the
cable connections, comport settings (baudrate, parity, stop bits), and make sure the panel
is powered and running. This is a good reason to use the “TEST” feature in the
connection menu. If you get a good connection with the “TEST” function you will be
able to connect if you are using a serial cable. If trying to connect via a network or with
wireless or Bluetooth make sure that all of the intermediate devices are set up in a proper
Master-Slave relationship with the correct baudrate, stop bits and parity.

Occasionally you may get a warning labeled Unhandled Exception Error. This is usually
caused by a bad cable connection, bad cable, or the USB-Serial adapter not passing the
data through the line fast enough. If you consistently get unhandled exception errors, try
changing your cable and/or the USB-Serial adapter.

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Genlink-DCP & PM-DCP Panel Menus

Figure 27 - Genlink-DCP Control Panel Screen.

Once connected to the panel, the Genlink Control Panel display screen will open and be
active. See the rest of this guide for a brief explanation of the menus. Training received
and the applicable study guides in Commercial and Industrial training explain how to use
the various Genlink-DCP menus.

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Genlink-DCP panel display screen

Connect icon (Left)

Disconnect icon (Right)

Control panel type.

H-100, PM-GC, PM-PC, or
PM-SC

Figure 28 - Genlink-DCP Control Panel Navigation

To disconnect, use the disconnect icon in the top left corner of the screen.
Click the Connect icon to open the Connection menu screen.

Once connected you will see the PM-DCP generator display panel. The control panel
type will be displayed in the upper left corner of the display screen. There are four basic
panel types you can connect to:
• H-100 – H-Panel, standalone unit.
• PM-GC – G-Panel standalone unit
• PM-PC – Parallel Controller – one unit of an MPS system
• PM-SC – Parallel System Controller

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Menu Bar

Figure 29 - Genlink Control Panel Menus

The top Menu bar contains the various menus available when using Genlink DCP. If
there are sub-menus under a tab they will be displayed when you click the menu tab.
From left to right these menus are:

Connection
• Connect – opens the User Site Table screen to enable connection
• Disconnect – disconnects from the panel and closes the User Site Table
• Demo – allows opening a Demo control panel – good for familiarization
• Exit – closes Genlink DCP

Configuration: The configuration menus are used to configure the various inputs,
outputs, and controls which the H control panel uses. This is where operational
parameters, alarms, warnings and shutdowns are programmed. These are the main menus
used to affect the operation of the generator.
• Analog Input Channels
• Digital Input Channels
• Digital Output Channels
• Digital Output Functions
• Communication port settings
• Engine settings
• Regulator settings
• Governor settings
• Generator settings
• Nameplate Data
• Air/Fuel settings
• Thermal Protection settings
• Transfer Switch settings
• Exercise settings
• HUIO settings

Tools
• Dial Out Phone Numbers – tells the Modem which numbers to call
• DCP Version – displays the firmware version in the control panel
• Large Toolbar – displays the common menus in a large tool bar
• Security Dongle – used to re-enable the user’s security dongle

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Diagnostics – These display the current status or values of the various inputs and outputs.
Each selection shows all of the inputs or outputs for that choice – so it is a handy way to
identify which channel a particular input or output is.
• Analog Input Channels – displays both the ‘Raw’ and ‘Processed’ values of the
analog inputs
• Digital Input Channels – displays both the ‘Processed’ and ‘Raw’ values of the
digital inputs (OFF or ON)
• Digital Output Channels – displays the status of the outputs – OFF or ON
• Digital Output Functions – displays the status of the processor ‘Flags’ or
functions – either OFF or ON
• Com Ports – displays the activity of the com ports
• Engine J1939 CANbus Status – displays the engine parameters and
alarms/warnings provided by the ECM over the CANbus communications port

Alarm/Event Log
• Alarm Log – lists the 20 most recent alarms/warnings
• Event Log – lists the 20 most recent triggered events
• Alarm Log Parameters – sets the parameters looked at when alarms are
triggered
• Event Log Parameters – sets the parameters looked at when events are triggered

Files
• File Transfer – used to upload and download unit configuration file (xml file)

Transfer Status – presents a graphical display of the functions and operations of any
connected and communicating HTS switch.

ILC – Used to upload, download, start and stop Integrated Logic Controller (PLC)
programs

Trending
• Local Trending – Resident memory real time trending program in the H panel –
will capture up to 1000 parameter values; can be set to trigger on specific events;
will save the data to a csv format file for later evaluation.
• Remote Trending – Real time trending used with Genlink DCP connected. Will
actively trend up to 16 engine/generator parameters at selected time intervals.
Will save the data to a csv format file, or graph the data in the display.

Maintenance – interface for the maintenance program used to trigger maintenance due
warnings for various generator components (air filter, oil, fuel filter, etc.)

Reports – Used to display, print, and save reports for the display, configuration, alarm,
and event logs; will save data as a .txt file for later viewing, printing and a
historical record of the unit.

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Help
• Index – link to the Genlink DCP help HTML document. This is an excellent
resource for learning what is what and how to do things in Genlink DCP. It is
highly recommended you read through all the selections – at least once, and if you
are ever having problems. This will often save a call to service.
• About Genlink-DCP – displays the version of Genlink DCP running on the PC.
This menu will also display the security dongle information if the dongle is
connected.
• Troubleshooting – troubleshooting guide to resolve connection issues.

The typical panel display shows parameter values as shown in the screenshot below and
listed on the following pages. There are other parameter values displayed depending on
the type of control panel you are connected to and its application (i.e. Bi-Fuel, PM-PC,
PM-SC). Not all of the parameter values are listed here.

Figure 30 - Genlink Control Panel Parameter Screen

The H-100 panel display, when connected to an active panel, will display the following
engine and generator parameters:

Generator Parameters
• Volts – when the generator is running will read Phase to Phase voltage (three-
phase) or Phase to Neutral voltage (single-phase)
• Amps – when the generator is running and there is load, will read load current for
each phase
• Power (kW) – when the generator is producing power will read the real power
produced
• Power Factor – will display the power factor in a decimal form when there is
reactive load present
• Frequency – displays in Hz (to the 10th) when the unit is running

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• Last Run kW Hours – displays how many kW hours of power were produced
the last time it ran
• Total kW hours – displays the total power produced to date

Engine Parameters
• Oil Temperature (option) – an option that displays the oil temperature in
degrees Fahrenheit
• Coolant Temperature – displays in degrees Fahrenheit
• Oil Pressure – displays in pounds per square inch (psi)
• Fuel Level – displays in percent of fuel remaining
• Battery Voltage – displays in Volts DC
• RPM – Engine Revolutions per Minute
• Engine Hours – total engine hours run

Control Buttons and indicators

• Active Alarms – displays any active alarms
• Acknowledge Alarms – Acknowledges any active alarms – this is the same
function as pressing the Enter button on the keypad
• Reset Alarms – with a level two password will reset latched alarms without
having to turn the key-switch to the off position. Will also ask if you really want
to clear the alarm log – say no; the alarm log is the history of warnings and alarms
in the unit.
• Start/Stop – allows remote starting and stopping of the generator only if the key-
switch is in the Auto position
• Auto/Off/Man indicator – indicates the current switch position
• User Config 106 – changes the state (On-Off) of Digital Output Function channel
106.
• Alarm light – will flash if there is a current alarm that has not been
acknowledged; will stay on solid if there is an alarm that has been acknowledged
but not cleared
• Gen Run light – will be lit when the generator is running
• Not In Auto light – will flash when the unit is not in Auto

Date/Time display – displays the current date and time. By double clicking on this box
date and time can be manually set or synchronized to the PC clock. It does not make
changes for daylight savings time.

Detailed information about the Genlink-DCP control panels, their operation and
configuration is covered in the various training courses offered by Generac Service
Training.

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Genlink DCP Version 3 Connection Guide

Quick Connect Guidelines using Genlink-DCP

1. Verify that the control panel being connected to is powered and confirm
the slave address, baudrate, stop-bits and parity of the communication
port (pages 8-11 of this guide)
H-Panel ComPort 0, Slave address 100, 9600 Baud, No Parity, 1 Stop Bit
G-Panel ComPort 2, slave address 100, 9600 Baud, No Parity, 1 Stop Bit

2. Connect the OF7707 serial cable between the PC and the control panel.
Make sure the BLACK end (control panel) is connected to the control
panel

3. Open Genlink-DCP. Use the HELP menu, About Genlink-DCP to

verify that the dongle is installed

4. Select the correct Connection (Connection Name) that will be used to

connect to the panel

5. Use the TEST feature to test the connection; if it is good click the
Connect button. If it is bad check the connection and all of the settings.

6. After you click the Connect button the Security Access Screen will open.

7. Click the Okay button. The “Loading all configuration data” screen
should open and the configuration data bar should begin scrolling across
the screen.

8. Once connected continue with whatever is needed to do.

9. When you are finished click the “Disconnect” icon in the top left corner
of the Genlink-DCP screen.

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