
pH/chlorine regulator AUTODOS 5000 - 2005-01-21
Eng_Autodos5000.doc ver 3.2 - page 13
2.6. Description of Frequency Control with PD-regulation
PD-regulation is selected when the regulation is frequency controlled and the D-time > 0 seconds (selected in set-
up). PD-regulation implies that the frequency is controlled by the difference between the set value and the measured
value (P) and also by the speed of change in the difference (D).
The idea behind making a PD-regulator and not a PID-regulator, is because the system in itself has a large
integration factor (I). The D-part helps to smooth the result, especially in small pools, because the PD-regulator
changes the dosing as soon as a change in the value is detected and this makes the regulator faster.
Set values are viewed by pressing the
'SET VALUE'
button. The displayed set values may be changed by pressing
the
'
↑
'
or
'
↓
'
buttons under the appropriate display while holding the
'SET VALUE'
button depressed. If either of
these arrow buttons are held down for more than 1 second a 'fast stepping' mode is entered.
The other parameters needed for the PD-regulation are set in the set-up. The parameters are:
1.
P-band
The difference between measured value and set value needed for full output. A small P-value
makes the regulator react more for a given difference.
2.
D-time
Sets how much the regulator shall react for a given change of the measured value. A large D-value
gives a large reaction.
2.6.1. Parameter Choice for PD-regulation
A good approach for selection of PD-regulation parameters is to begin with a P-regulator, and adjust this to a
satisfactory result, and then start with a short D-time and increase this until a good regulation result is reached.
If the PD-regulator is too slow, it is advisable to reduce the P-band.
The delaytime between dosing and the measured effect of it shall be kept as short as possible. The shorter the
delaytime, the better the regulator works.
2.7. Dosing Control via Current Output
When dosing control via the current output is selected all set values and controls are used in the same manner as
when frequency control is used. The relay output still functions as in frequency control when current output
regulation is selected. Current output regulation is selected in the set-up.