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Design and function
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Read this manual carefully before starting any work!
This is particularly applicable to the chapter “General Safety Instructions”
and the respective safety instructions in the chapters.
6.2.3 Monitoring and Control System (MCS) - control unit
Installation location:
The MCS/MCS-SU control units are plugged onto the respective motherboards.
(1) MCS control unit (alarm system)
(2) MCS-SU control unit (safety system)
(only installed for E-box with acceptance)
Function
The two control units MCS Premium and MCS-SU are sub-components of the overall electronic system as
well as displays and engine controllers (EDC).
These regulate, control and monitor the engine operating parameters and the drive train. They support the
marine-specific components that are required for visualization and operation.
Also stored are:
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Error diagnostics with error log
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Additionally the emissions error log in MCS Premium (only for engines with aftertreatment system)
The MCS control unit contains the following
function logic:
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Monitoring
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Diagnostics
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Alarm function
The MCS-SU (Safety Unit) contains all redundant class-relevant sensors that are additionally required by
the class in addition to the alarm system.
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Implementation of stop alarms on redundant sensor values
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Independent speed recording
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Redundant displays for the local operator's stand