M-PROFIL 3.11: Reference Manual

M-PROFIL 3.
11
REFERENCE MANUAL
The M-PROFIL software system is a program intended for semi-

automatic design of Profi Plus system low-voltage distribution boards,
XVTL and xEnergy stand-alone distribution boxes, Global-Line,
xBoard compact distribution boxes fitted with Eaton equipment.
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M-PROFIL version 3.11, Reference manual
© Ing. Petr Slavata, 1996-2011
Translation: Agentura ProLingua s.r.o., Czech Republic
Exclusive rights: Eaton Elektrotechnika s.r.o.

Komárovská 2406, 193 00 Praha, Czech Republic
Technical assistance (Czech Republic):

Eaton Elektrotechnika s.r.o.
Komárovská 2406, 193 00 Praha, Czech Republic
tel: +420 267 990 411, fax: +420 267 990 419
e-mail: supportCZ@eaton.com
http://mprofil.moeller.cz
www.EatonElektrotechnika.cz
This documentation is an integral part of the M-PROFIL software system and may be
distributed only in connection with this system.
The author provides the software system and its documentation on an „As-is“ basis
without warranties of any kind and with the potential occurrence of faults. The
author shall not be held liable for any deliberate, indirect, incidental or subsequent
damage arising in connection with the use of these materials.
This manual describes the status of the software system at the time upon completion of its
development and does not concern any potential changes in the future.
All registered trademarks or other trademarks used in this documentation are the property
of their respective owners. No ownership rights arising therefrom are questioned by their
reference in the documentation.
Files: M-PROFIL_TI.DOC, M-PROFIL_OB.DOC, M-PROFIL_**.DOC where ** is 01 - 11
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CONTENTS
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M-PROFIL_OB.DOC
Contents ...................................................................................................................................... I
M-PROFIL_01.DOC
1. Introduction .............................................................................................................................1
2. Installation...............................................................................................................................5
2.1 Installation from CD-ROM .......................................................................................5
2.2 Manual customer installation in case of SETUP failure ...........................................7
2.3 Installation backup ....................................................................................................8
2.4 Updating Software from the Website ........................................................................9
2.5 Updating Software from the directory ......................................................................9
3. Launching M-PROFIL ..........................................................................................................10
3.1 First launching .........................................................................................................10
3.2 Second and any other launching .............................................................................11
M-PROFIL_02.DOC
4. Introduction to the M-PROFIL System ................................................................................13
4.1 Main screen and program operation ........................................................................13
4.2 Undo, Redo .............................................................................................................14
4.3 Method of program application ...............................................................................15
5. Project Structure Management ..............................................................................................17
5.1 Add a new distribution board to the project ............................................................18
5.2 Create a new distribution board by copying the selected one .................................18
5.3 Add switchgear drawing into the project ................................................................18
5.4 Rename the selected distribution board ..................................................................18
5.5 Number of pieces of the distribution board in a project .........................................19
5.6 Erase the selected distribution board from the project ............................................19
5.7 Insert distribution boards from another project.......................................................19
5.8 Change the distribution board position in the project structure tree .......................19
5.9 Information about the type of the edited distribution board ...................................20
5.10 Switch frame/door view ........................................................................................20
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6. Compact Distribution Box ....................................................................................................22
M-PROFIL_04a.DOC
7. Profi Plus Distribution Boards (User-Defined Assemblies) .................................................26
8. Profi Plus Distribution Boards (Typical Assemblies) ...........................................................34
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9. Stand-alone Distribution Boxes ............................................................................................38
9.1 XVTL stand-alone distribution boxes .....................................................................38
9.2 xEnergy distribution boxes .....................................................................................46
9.3 Drawing a switchgear ..............................................................................................53
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10. Mounting Rails ..................................................................................................................57
10.1 Inserting mounting rails, method A) - automatic fitting .......................................61
10.2 Inserting mounting rails, method B) - inserting individual rails ...........................62
10.3 Inserting supports and mounting plates into XVTL stand-alone distrib. boxes....63
10.4 Inserting a SASY busbar system into the XVTL stand-alone distrib. boxes ........65
10.5 Inserting device modules in the xEnergy stand-alone distribution boxes
(outgoer section) ...................................................................................................69
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10.6 Inserting rails and mounting plates in the xEnergy stand-alone distrib. boxes
(universal sections) ...............................................................................................70
10.7 Editing a mounting rail (change in type, depth, height)........................................71
10.8 Erasing a mounting rail .........................................................................................72
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11. Electric Meter Troughs .......................................................................................................73
11.1 Inserting an electric meter trough .........................................................................73
11.2 Editing an electric meter trough............................................................................76
11.3 Erasing an electric meter trough ...........................................................................76
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12. Cover Plates ..................................................................................................................77
12.1 Inserting cover plates, method A) - automatic fitting ...........................................77
12.2 Inserting cover plates, method B) - inserting individual plates ............................78
12.3 Editing a cover plate (change in type, height or position on the frame) ...............81
12.4 Erasing a cover plate .............................................................................................81
13. Blind Flanges ..................................................................................................................82
13.1 Inserting blind flanges, method A) - automatic fitting..........................................82
13.2 Inserting blind flanges, method B) - inserting individual pieces in the list ..........83
13.3 Fitting a blind flange from the list into the cover plate cutout..............................85
13.4 Removing a blind flange from cover plate cutout.................................................86
13.5 Erasing a blind flange from the list .......................................................................87
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14. Cable Ducts ..................................................................................................................88
14.1 Working with the cable ducts database.................................................................88
14.2 Inserting a horizontal cable duct from the database in the distribution board ......91
14.3 Inserting a vertical cable duct from the database in the distribution board ..........94
14.4 Erasing a cable duct ..............................................................................................97
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15. Fitting Distribution Boards with Devices ...........................................................................98
15.1 Database of Moeller devices .................................................................................98
15.1.1 Command and signalling devices fitted on the door...................102
15.2 Database of third-party devices (devices from other manufacturers) .................104
15.2.1 Working with the database of third-party devices ...............................105
15.2.2 Inserting a third-party device in the list ...............................................110
15.3 Inserting terminal blocks.....................................................................................111
15.3.1 Working with the terminal block database...........................................111
15.3.2 Inserting a selected predefined terminal block in the list.....................114
15.4 Inserting N/PE terminals (connecting and branching sleeves) ...........................115
15.5 Loading the list of devices and accessories from a wiring diagram ...................115
15.5.1 Structure of the file containing the list of devices and accessories
ensuring the interconnection with the wiring diagram drawing sw. ....119
15.6 Working with the list of the selected devices .....................................................121
15.7 Editing tags..........................................................................................................123
15.8 Changing the device quantity in the list of the selected devices.........................123
15.9 Erasing a device from the list of the selected devices.........................................124
15.10 Continuous test of the devices to be fitted on the distribution board rails........124
15.11 Fitting devices on distribution board rails/door ................................................125
15.11.1 AutoFit devices on distribution board rails/door ...............................125
15.11.2 Fitting the selected device on distribution board rails/door ...............128
15.11.3 Removing a fitted device from rail/door ............................................130
15.11.4 Moving a fitted device from one rail to another.................................130
15.11.5 Moving a fitted device........................................................................132
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16. Free Graphics ................................................................................................................134
16.1 Displaying the Free Graphics toolbar .................................................................134
16.2 Setting the layer for newly inserted free graphics...............................................134
16.3 Line ................................................................................................................134
16.4 Rectangle.............................................................................................................135
16.5 Circle ................................................................................................................135
16.6 Text ................................................................................................................135
16.7 Drawing tools ......................................................................................................136
16.7.1 Setting Grid, Snap, turning on the indication of coordinates ...............136
16.8 Editing the properties of the free graphics components......................................137
16.9 Changing the position of components.................................................................138
16.10 Copying components.........................................................................................139
16.11 Changing the component geometry - Stretch....................................................140
16.12 Erasing components ..........................................................................................141
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17. Accessories ................................................................................................................142
17.1 Database of Moeller accessories .........................................................................142
17.2 Database of third-party accessories.....................................................................144
17.3 Changing the accessories quantity in the list ......................................................148
17.4 Erasing accessories from the list .........................................................................148
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18. Searching Components in Data Structures .......................................................................149
19. Checking Temperature Rise in Distribution Boards.........................................................151
19.1 Checking the temperature rise in compact distribution boxes ............................151
19.2 Checking the temperature rise in distribution boards .........................................153
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20. Information about Project, Title Block .............................................................................160
21. Breakdown List of Components .......................................................................................161
21.1 Preview of the breakdown list of components ....................................................161
21.2 Printing the breakdown list of components to printer.........................................163
21.3 Exporting the breakdown list ..............................................................................163
21.4 Calculating the total project price .......................................................................165
21.5 Discount and surcharge settings..........................................................................166
21.6 Distribution board weight calculation.................................................................170
22. Dimensional Drawing .......................................................................................................171
22.1 Preview of the distribution board dimensional drawing .....................................171
22.2 Printing the distribution board dimensional drawing..........................................172
22.3 Exporting the distribution-board dimensional drawing ......................................173
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23. View Control (Zoom)........................................................................................................175
23.1 Regenerating images ...........................................................................................175
23.2 Pan……...............................................................................................................175
23.3 Zoom in/zoom out ...............................................................................................176
23.4 Zooming in a part of the design (Zoom Window) ..............................................176
23.5 Return to the previous image (Zoom Previous) ..................................................177
23.6 Viewing the distribution board image (Zoom All) .............................................177
24. Geometric Tools................................................................................................................178
24.1 Distance measurement ........................................................................................178
24.2 Determination of point coordinates.....................................................................178
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25. Working with Files ...........................................................................................................179

25.1 Saving your distribution board design to a file on the disk ................................179
25.2 Loading (opening) a file with distribution board design.....................................180
25.3 Editing a new distribution board .........................................................................181
25.4 Ending the program session ................................................................................182
26. Options………… ..............................................................................................................183
26.1 Setting the breakdown list generation algorithm ................................................183
26.2 Print settings........................................................................................................185
26.3 Changing the licence data ...................................................................................188
26.4 Price list - currency and exchange rate ...............................................................189
26.5 Distribution Boards .............................................................................................189
26.6 System settings....................................................................................................190
26.7 Export to DXF file format...................................................................................192
27. Help……………...............................................................................................................194
27.1 Tip of the Day .....................................................................................................194
28. About M-PROFIL .............................................................................................................195
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29. History of Versions ...........................................................................................................196
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IV M-PROFIL, Reference Manual
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1. Introduction
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The M-PROFIL software system is a program intended for semi-automatic design of Profi Plus
system low-voltage distribution boards, XVTL, xEnergy stand-alone distribution boxes and Global-
Line, Xboard compact distribution boxes fitted with Eaton/Moeller equipment. Software facilitates
the design of the distribution board and selection of devices from the database, checks the
dimensional consistence of the individual parts and generates the breakdown list. It is an
independent program requiring only the operating system of Windows. The software is intended
primarily for dealers, designers and computational engineers.
The system allows the following:

1. Design up to 50 distribution boards parallel within a single open project.
2. Design of Global-Line and Xboard compact distribution boxes, as follows: The compact
distribution box is to be selected from the options tree (the specified number of the modules is
to be taken into account); photographs and dimensional drawings are available.
3. Design of Profi Plus distribution boards: specification of the distribution board characteristics
(position, degree of protection, fire resistance, design version) and dimensions; the selected
dimensions are checked for suitability based on the number of modules and number of el.
meter troughs.
4. Option to select standard assemblies (typical Profi Plus distribution boxes available as
intermediate products, which can be edited).
5. Design of XVTL type stand-alone distribution boxes with a height of 2000 mm;
comprehensive designing of the interior configuration.
6. Design of xEnergy series stand-alone distribution boxes with a height of 2000 mm (type-
tested distribution boxes up to 4000A); comprehensive designing of the interior configuration.
7. For all the distribution systems, the distribution box front view and profile drawing are drawn
with a scale of 1:1 (with the option, at a later time, to use a different, more suitable scale for
printing).
8. For stand-alone distribution boxes, there is the option of drawing the switchgear (a set of
distribution box sections that are situated side by side); there is the check of consistent
interactions of the adjoining sections. The front view and ground plan are drawn.
9. Selection of devices from database. The selected device is inserted in the list and can be
subsequently fitted into the distribution board (the rail type, installation depth, collision with
other devices on the rail etc. are checked when fitting the device). A special function is
available for creation and editing of RMQ-series command and signalling device assemblies;
these devices are fitted on door.
10. Possibility to insert a third-party device is provided (i.e. a device from a supplier other than
Eaton/Moeller), box with dimensions and data about the device, which is not included in the
database. The user can create its own database of third-party devices step by step.
11. Possibility to insert a terminal block is provided, i.e. a third-party device with special shape.
A simplified shape of the terminal block is drawn based on the specified data. The user can
create its own database of terminal blocks step by step.
12. Possibility to insert interconnecting and branching bridges (N/PE terminals). The bridge is
built interactively from the particular components and can be inserted in the list and then
fitted into the distribution board.
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13. Possibility to create a list of devices and accessories by loading a standard-form data file. This
file can be generated by wiring diagrams drawing software (at present e.g. by ElproCAD from
Astra92 a.s. Zlín, Czech Republic), ordering systems, or manually using Microsoft Excel.
14. Possibility to insert free graphics – line, rectangle, circle, text (on the distribution-board frame
or door); possibility to edit the graphics subsequently by means of standard functions (Copy,
Move, Stretch, Erase). The standard grid and snap tools are available.
15. Possibility to search for components in the system data structures based on type designation.
It is also possible to enter only a partial string, and the system finds all corresponding
components. The components found can be inserted in the lists.
16. Devices from the list can be automatically fitted into the distribution board in the suitable
order (the rail type, installation depth, collision with other devices on the rail and place on the
rail are checked when fitting the device). A schematic front view of the device will be drawn.
The command and signalling devices are fitted on the distribution board door; other devices
are fitted on DIN rails, busbars and mounting plates.
17. Each fitted device can be marked with tag - an alphanumeric code ensuring its link to the
electric wiring diagram.
18. It is possible to change the position of the fitted devices (in the graphics). The suitable rail
type, installation depth, place on the rail, position on the door etc. are check at the same time.
Possibility to move groups of devices. Possibility to change the rails.
19. Additional change of the distribution board is possible based on the actual number of devices.
Possibility to change non-geometric parameters of the distribution board without the need to
delete any linked components such as mounting rails or cover plates. Unless you change the
distribution board system or dimensions of the distribution board, the linked components
remain unchanged.
20. It is possible to choose accessories for devices as well as mechanical components of the
distribution board arbitrarily from the database according to the catalogue options. It is
possible to insert third-party accessories (i.e. accessories from a supplier other than
Eaton/Moeller). The user can create its own database of third-party accessories step by step.
Intangible “price” items can also be defined as third-party accessories; they will appear only
in the breakdown list (such as extra charge for frame mounting etc.).
21. Selection of mounting rails - selection of the rail type, specification of the rail depth and
height in numbers, type of the connectors and the base type. The rail will be drawn
schematically in the specified position. A check is carried out whether the rail is placed in the
frame and whether any collision between the rails (electric meter troughs) occurs.
22. Selection and insertion of supports, mounting plates and busbar systems in the XVTL stand-
alone distribution boxes. Complex design of the internal configuration in the XVTL stand-
alone distribution boxes.
23. Insertion of SASY busbar systems.
24. For xEnergy series distribution boxes: The outgoer section can be fitted with device modules.
Universal sections can be fitted with mounting plates. Comprehensive designing of the
interior configuration.
25. Selection of electric meter troughs and their insertion into the distribution board; check for
collision with other components.
26. Insertion of cable ducts. The user can create its own database of cable ducts step by step
(Eaton/Moeller do not have cable ducts in their offer).
27. Selection of cover plates and blind flanges; possibility for their automatic fitting into the
distribution board.
28. Calculation of temperature rise in distribution boards. For Global-Line and Xboard compact
distribution boxes, a check is carried out as to whether the power losses of the fitted devices
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do not exceed the maximum value defined by the manufacturer. Calculation of the
temperature rise is performed for Profi Plus distribution boards and XVTL and xEnergy
stand-alone distribution boxes in accordance with IEC 890+A1.
29. Generation of the breakdown list. The catalogue price (for Eaton/Moeller components) or the
entered price (for other components from different suppliers) is specified for each component
in the breakdown list. All components are divided into groups. A discount or surcharge can be
entered for each group in percentage rate. The price of every component is then determined as
follows:
PurchasePrice = CataloguePrice - CataloguePrice * Discount / 100
Price = PurchasePrice + PurchasePrice * Surcharge / 100
In case the user does not require such detailed price calculation, it is possible to activate a
mode in which the price of every component is multiplied by a user-defined price coefficient
taking into account e.g. the supplier's discount. The total price of the distribution board is
calculated. The generating algorithm of the breakdown list (rounding of the number of pieces
etc.) and data specified in the breakdown list can be modified.
30. Distribution board weight calculation.
31. Print of the distribution board front view with the fitted devices, with mounted cover plates;
print of its side view - rail depths. The main dimensions of the distribution board are quoted.
The position of rails is defined by means of installation information specified for every rail.
Alternatively, it is possible to view and print the distribution board frame (rails, devices,
cover plates, blind flanges, the door (including the fitted command and signalling devices),
and the main busbars (for XVTL and xEnergy distribution boxes). Possibility to set the line
thickness for printing. Possibility to print in fixed scale defined by the user (e.g. 1:10), or in
the automatically determined scale (max. to page).
32. Export of graphics to DXF was added (universal exchangeable format for CAD systems).
33. Print of the breakdown list.
34. Export of the breakdown list to files of various formats with the possibility to work further
with the breakdown list in standard text and spreadsheet processors (Excel).
35. The component breakdown list can be exported to Excel either in the M-PROFIL standard
format or in the format according to the Eaton/Moeller Price List application.
36. Export of the component breakdown list in the format for the SAP system.
37. Project archiving. All information is saved in a single data file.
38. Manual and help.
Not required and not possible with the system:

1. Check and selection of devices based on electrical parameters.
2. Interconnection of devices, drawing of conductors, table of conductors, table of connections
and terminals.
3. Checking of links between a device and the accessories.
4. Wiring diagram drawing.
Hardware and software requirements (the minimum configuration is as follows):

 PC, Pentium III and higher, 32 MB and more RAM (64 MB recommended), graphics with the
minimum resolution of 800x600 (1024x768 recommended), 15” and larger screen, mouse or
other pointer/indicating device, output printing device for A4 paper format.
 At least 200 MB free hard-disk space.
 Operating system installed - Windows95 and higher or WindowsNT 4.0 or Windows2000
Professional (ServicePack1 installed), WindowsXP, or WindowsVista.
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Notes:
 The M-PROFIL software is not a network program. It must always be installed on the local
disk of every user.
 The licence to use the program system is provided for a limited period of time. The licence is
provided by Eaton Elektrotechnika s.r.o., the exclusive holder of rights to the program.
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2. Installation
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2.1 Installation from CD-ROM
1. Insert the installation CD disc in the drive (e.g. in the D: drive).

2. Run the \M-PROFIL_SETUP\SETUP.EXE program from the CD disc. Click on the Start
button and select the item Run. Type the following text into the item Open of the dialogue
panel that opens up subsequently: D:\M-PROFIL_SETUP\SETUP.EXE (letter D is the CD
drive identification). Or, use the Browse button. Click on the OK button.
3. Select the language version of the installation from the list of the options being offered.
4. Now, you are prompted to close all the running applications (programs). It is also
recommended that the network drivers and antivirus programs running in the background
should be disconnected. After clicking Next continue the installation.
5. Read the Licence Agreement in the dialogue panel that opens up subsequently. If you agree
with the conditions, select the option ‘I agree’. Then click Next.
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If you agree with the terms of

the Licence Agreement, click
on ‘I accept…’ to accept them.
Then continue the installation
by clicking on the button Next.
6. Now, specify the directory INTO which the program is to be installed. The M-PROFIL is not a
network program. It must always be installed on each user’s local disc. If the preset directory is
not convenient, click on the Browse button and specify a different directory in the dialogue
panel that opens up subsequently. After clicking Next, continue the installation.
The default directory that the

program is to be installed in. You
can change it by editing the text.
Or, you can select the directory
after clicking on the Browse button.
If the directory already exists, you
will be prompted to confirm the
right selection. The program
cannot be installed directly into the
root directory of the hard disc drive
or into the system directory. After
selecting the directory, click on the
Next button to continue the
installation.
7. If there is already an older version of the M-PROFIL program in the specified destination
directory, the system asks if the files that have been modified by the user are to be transferred
from the previous installation. After clicking Next continue the installation.
If the user-defined database of
devices, terminal blocks, cable
ducts and accessories of other
manufacturers has been modified
in the previous installation, click
on this button. If you are not
sure, use this button as well.
The original installation will be

deleted; the user-defined
database of devices, terminal
blocks, cable ducts and
accessories of other
manufacturers will not be
transferred.
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Please, pay attention to the following warning:
8. Specify the name of the program group that the program’s icon will be inserted in (a new item
name at the Start – Programs menu). It is recommended that the default name should be kept.
After clicking Next continue the installation.
Name of the newly created

program group (an item of the
‘Start – Programs’ menu) that
the program’s icon will be
inserted in.
List of the existing program

groups (items of the ‘Start –
Programs’ menu)
9. The setting carried out in the previous steps is summarized at the sheet that is displayed
subsequently. Please, check if the setting meets your requirements. By means of the Back
button, you can reverse the necessary number of steps and modify the individual parameters.
The actual installation is to be launched by clicking on the Install button.
10. Now, the files will be copied to the hard drive of the computer, and the installation will be
expanded.
11. A final report will be displayed by the installation program. This means that the installation has
been completed in a correct way and the M-PROFIL program is ready for use. Close this
dialogue panel by clicking on the Finish button. The installation program will automatically
create the ‘run’ icon on the desktop, and will carry out the association of the .FGP files
(projects of distribution boards) with the M-PROFIL program (the program will be
automatically activated after you double click on the file with the FGP extension in the
Windows Explorer). Run the program and enter the licence (see Chap. 3.1).
12. The program installed can be removed by means of the uninstall program. Click on the Start
button, then subsequently select the items Programs - M-PROFIL - Uninstall. The uninstall
program will start, and the installation will be removed from your computer.
2.2 Manual customer installation in case of SETUP failure
A problem may occur on some computers when installing M-PROFIL from the installation CD-
ROM through the standard procedure with SETUP.EXE. As an alternative solution, it is possible to
install the software “manually” without using the installation program.
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Caution: performance of the manual installation requires certain knowledge and skills in computer
operations. Should some steps from the procedure specified below be not completely clear or
comprehensible to you, please leave the installation up to your system administrator or up to an
expert in this field.
1. Create the directory C:\M-PROFILon your hard disk (using the operating system tools, such
as the Windows Explorer, Total Commander etc.).
2. Copy all files from the directory \M-PROFIL\CUSTOM located on the installation CD-ROM
into this newly created directory.
3. Run the program UnPack.BAT in the directory on your hard disk - the customer installation
of the M-PROFIL program will be unpacked.
4. Create a shortcut icon for the M-PROFIL program on the desktop and a new item in the Start-
Programs section (using the operating system tools).
5. Run the program by double-clicking the icon created in the previous step. If it is not possible
to start the program, copy the files from the directory \M-PROFIL\WinSys on the
installation CD-ROM to your Windows system directory, usually located at
C:\Windows\System32 (Attention - newer versions of these libraries, which can already
exist there in Windows, may not be overwritten !!).
6. Run the program and enter the licence data (see Chap. 3.1).
2.3 Installation backup
Some files can be modified from time to time when using the program. This concerns files with the
program configuration, user databases etc. It is desirable to back up these files:
File Comment From

version
M-PROFIL\M-PROFIL.INI Program configuration 2.0
M-PROFIL\DATA\VLASTNI\... User database of third-party devices, terminal blocks, cable ducts and 3.0
accessories
Full installation backup:
A precondition allowing you to perform the backup of the existing installation is the presence of the
RAR.EXE packing program in the program root directory. RAR is not included in the standard
installation, however, it is a shareware which can be downloaded from the Internet (e.g. at
WWW.RARLAB.COM) and used further upon payment of the copyright fee.
1. Copy RAR.EXE to the superstructure root directory (typically C:\M-PROFIL).

2. Run Pack.BAT from the program root directory (typically C:\M-PROFIL). Click on the
Start button and select Run. A dialogue panel will open, in which you type the following text
in the Open field: C:\M-PROFIL\Pack.BAT (where C:\M-PROFIL is the path to the
program root directory). Click OK.
3. The program will be packed. Archive file M-PROFIL.RAR will be created in the
superstructure root directory. Make a back up of these files together with UNRAR.EXE and
UnPack.BAT.
4. By using UnPack.BAT, you can unpack the archive files again.
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2.4 Updating Software from the Website
M-Profil also includes the so-called Updater, a program designed to check the availability of new
software versions on the Eaton/Moeller website. The launch of this program is offered
automatically at regular intervals when you start M-Profil. If the update launch is authorized by the
user, the program will automatically connect to the Eaton/Moeller website and check the
availability of any new version of M-Profil. If a new version is available, it will be downloaded and
installed automatically. An Internet connection and settings your computer firewall are a pre-
conditions for this function (please contact your IT manager).
Notes:
 The setting of the time interval to check the availability of new versions on the Eaton/Moeller
website can be adjusted by means of the Options function under the System tab (see Chap.
26.6).
 The date of the last check for the availability of new versions on the Eaton/Moeller website
can be found using the Options function under the Licence tab (see Chap. 26.3).
 Updater, the program designed to check the availability of new software versions on the
Eaton/Moeller website, can be launched at any time by selecting Update Software from
Website from the Help drop-down menu.
2.5 Software update from the directory
If no Internet connection is available, it is possible to ask the software provider to have the update
files sent in another way, and subsequently to update the software from directory.
1. Ask the software provider to have the update files sent to you, e.g. on a CD-ROM by postal
service (there are two files for every update: control file *.XML and data file *.ZIP).
2. Load your update files to an auxiliary directory on the hard disk. All update files issued for the
given software version must be present in the directory (it is not sufficient to have only the last
issued update).
3. Launch M-Profil.
4. Select Software Update from Directory from the Help drop-
down menu.
5. A dialogue panel will subsequently open (similar to the Open
function), in which you select the update control file (with
extension *.XML, file name is preset as default) and click Open.
6. M-Profil will be closed and Updater will be launched to update
your installation.
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3. Launching M-PROFIL
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If you have installed M-PROFIL on your computer successfully in accordance with the procedure
described in chapter 2, you can proceed with the program initialization.
3.1 First launching
1. Click the Start button and follow the menu according to the items Programs -
M-PROFIL - M-PROFIL. If you have created a shortcut icon for the program at
the desktop, you can simply run the program by double-clicking this icon.
2. A dialogue panel with the Licence Agreement text will be displayed.
If you agree with the text shown above, click the I Agree button. By doing so, you undertake to
respect all provisions of the Licence Agreement. If you do not agree with the Licence
Agreement, the program cannot be run. The wording of the Licence Agreement can be also
viewed at any later point in time by using the function About M-PROFIL (see Chap. 28).
3. As the next step, a dialogue panel will open requesting the entry of licence data: Enter the
required data specified in your licence or contact your software provider and ask him to provide
you with the required licence data. Please pay special attention to filling out all items carefully,
in particular the correct entry of licence expiration date and the licence number. The program
will not be launched when incorrect values have been entered.
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4. Provided everything was entered correctly, the program will now be launched - the Tip of the
Day window will be activated automatically showing the suggestions and recommendations for
working with the program (for more details see Chap. 27.1). After reading the recommendation
for this startup, please close the dialogue panel by clicking Close. The program is ready for use.
5. The system remembers the licence conditions and does not request their entry with another start
of the program. The licence data can be changed additionally at a later point in time by using the
Options function (see Chap. 26.3). You can also view the licence data by using the function
About M-PROFIL (see Chap. 28).
3.2 Second and any other launching
1. Click the Start button and follow the menu according to the items Programs -
M-PROFIL - M-PROFIL. If you have created a shortcut icon for the program at
the desktop, you can simply run the program by double-clicking this icon.
2. The system checks the licence validity and, provided everything is correct, launches
the program.
3. If the function for showing the tips of the day at startup is activated, the appropriate dialogue
panel will appear. After reading the recommendation for this startup, please close the dialogue
panel by clicking Close (for more details see Chap. 27.1). The program is ready for use.
Notes:
• For detailed description of the basic screen see Chap. 4.1.
• For general procedure to be followed when using the program see Chap. 4.3.
• If you want to continue in editing a distribution board design you have already created and
saved previously, open this file now by clicking the Open command from the File drop-down
menu (see Chap. 25.2).
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• If the following message appears after the program startup:
It means that the software usability period has expired – the program can no longer be used.
Download a new software version from the Internet and install it, or contact your M-PROFIL
provider in order to obtain a new software version.
It means that your licence has expired. Please contact your provider of the M-PROFIL system and
ask him to provide you a new licence number. Then click Yes and enter the new licence data in the
dialogue panel identical to the one used during the first initialization (see Chap. 3.1).
It means that the file M-PROFIL.INI containing the licence data has been corrupted. Click Yes
and enter the new licence data in the dialogue panel identical to the one used during the first
initialization (see Chap. 3.1). If difficulties persist, contact your M-PROFIL system provider.
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4. Introduction to the M-PROFIL System

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4.1 Main screen and program operation
After the program is started (see Chap. 3.1, 3.2), the program main screen is activated:
Project structure tree; up to 50 different distribution boards can If the mouse pointer is moved
be designed simultaneously within one project. to an icon, the description of
Toolbar with the icons of the main functions the function is displayed.
Drop-down menu with program functions Tools that serve for
adjusting the program’s
Information about the version and language version main window (minimize,
Currently opened file maximize, close).
Front view of the

distribution board
being edited
(dimensional drawing
with the rails and
cover plates that are
fitted with the devices
and blind flanges).
Scroll bars for

moving the view onto
the drawing of the
distribution board.
Status line; information about

the operation being performed. Cursor coordinates at
Date and time
the status line (this can
Description of the content of the be switched over by Status of the CapsLock
clicked branch of the project means of the F6 button; and NumLock keys.
structure tree. see Chap. 16.7). Switches for the drawing
Cursor in the form of an tools, which make it easy
arrow or of a crosshair, to insert free graphics
depending on the program (see Chap. 16).
setting (see Chap. 26.6).
The size of the window can be
adjusted by dragging the edges.
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Double click any branch of the project structure tree to open the window containing the list of the
selected components belonging to the respective branch (distribution board, devices, ...). Every
window contains its own control elements allowing the user to modify the contents.
Each separate window activated from the project structure tree can be operated in the same way as
typically applied in Windows:
Drag the blue band to change
Drag the column the window position.
The window name
partition to change Close window (X) – also press Esc.
specifies its contents.
its width.
Click on a line in the list to
select the respective line – mark
it for a certain editing
operation. Several lines can be
selected in some lists by
dragging the mouse over the list
(or by clicking the first line,
pressing Shift and clicking on
Control features to modify the window contents. the last selection line).
Their number and function vary depending on
the window type. Drag the edges, if you want to
modify the window size.
4.2 Undo, Redo
The effect of all the program functions (except for the Zoom changes applied to the
displayed image), as they were subsequently called, can be reverted by clicking on
the Undo icon. The program retains in memory all the steps that have been carried
out from the beginning of the project editing. Please, use the Undo function with caution
because some operations are not visually apparent in a direct way. All the operations with
the list of the selected elements, after the list was opened, are considered as one step. This is why
the program asks the following query:
Suppression of this warning message

for the currently opened project
‘Undo’ will not be carried out.

All the operations with the data table (with the list of the selected items)
that have been carried out since opening the data table will be reversed.
The effect of the last Undo function that has been carried out can be reverted by clicking on
the Redo icon.
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4.3 Method of program application
The M-PROFIL program is designed predominantly for trading and design businesses. Therefore it
is conceived to be able to provide the customer with quick answers to the following questions:
• I need a distribution board, which can accommodate 150 modules. Give me a proposal of
suitable dimensions and tell me what the price would be.
• I need a distribution board having specific dimensions and I need specific devices to be fitted
in this distribution board. I need to know whether the given distribution board can
accommodate these devices and what its price would be.
• I have a set of devices and I need to fit them into a distribution board. What components do I
need to order?
• I want to order a specific distribution board. I need to create a breakdown list pieces and
components, which will be necessary for its mounting.
There are several basic procedures provided for the design of the distribution board in the M-
PROFIL system, which give answers to the questions mentioned above:
Profi Plus distribution board, selection based on the dimensions:

1. The customer requests a specific size of the distribution board. First of all you select the
suitable dimensions as required from the offered dimensional series of distribution boards for
the given position and degree of protection (see Chap. 7).
2. You fit the mounting rails (Chap. 10) on the distribution board frame or insert the electric
meter trough (Chap. 11), as the case may be.
3. Then you cover the distribution board frame with cover plates (see Chap. 12), thus obtaining
the basic mechanical design of the distribution board. The Total Price function informs you
about the total price of the design with respect to the current settings of discounts and
surcharges (see Chap. 21.4, 21.5).
4. Such design can be supplemented with devices (to be fitted on the rails) - see Chap. 15, blind
flanges - see Chap. 13 and other accessories as necessary - see Chap. 17.
5. The task ends with printout of the breakdown list and the dimensional drawing, see Chap.
21.2, 22.2.
Profi Plus distribution board, selection based on the devices:

1. The customer has a certain set of devices and needs them to be fitted into a suitable
distribution board. You select devices from the device database (see Chap. 15.1), you can
insert devices from other manufacturers (third-party devices) (see Chap. 15.2) or terminal
blocks (see Chap. 15.3) and connecting sleeves (see Chap. 15.4). Then you add the required
accessories to the devices (see Chap. 17).
2. Based on the dimensions of the selected devices, you design a suitable frame for the Profi
Plus distribution board semi-automatically (see Chap. 7).
3. Then you fit the mounting rails (Chap. 10) on the distribution board frame or insert the
electric meter trough (Chap. 11), as the case may be.
4. You fit the selected devices on the inserted rails (see Chap. 15.11). In case of any troubles, the
fitting configuration on the rails or the frame dimensions can be changed.
5. Then you cover the distribution board frame with cover plates (see Chap. 12). The remaining
cutouts in the cover plates will be covered with blind flanges (see Chap. 13), thus obtaining
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the complete design of the distribution board. The Total Price function informs you about the
total price of the design with respect to the current settings of discounts and surcharges (see
Chap. 21.4, 21.5).
6. Check the temperature rise in the distribution board (see Chap. 19).
7. The Total Price function informs us about the total price of the design with respect to the
current settings of discounts and surcharges (see Chap. 22.4, 22.5).
8. The task ends with printout of the breakdown list and the dimensional drawing, see Chap. 21.2, 22.2.
Profi Plus distribution board, standard assemblies

1. The customer requires a typical distribution board specified through its dimensions and basic
parameters (position, degree of protection, number of modules, number of electric meter
points). Select the required type from the database of standard assemblies.
2. You obtain a “semi-finished” distribution board. If required, the internal configuration can be
modified (change in the position of rails, cover plates, electric meter troughs, and possibility
to insert new components).
3. The Total Price function informs you about the total price of the design with respect to the
4. Such design can be supplemented with devices (and a test can be carried out as to whether
they can be fitted on the rails) - see Chap. 15, blind flanges - see Chap. 13 and other
accessories as necessary - see Chap. 17.
Global-Line, xBoard compact distribution box

1. The customer requires a compact distribution box fitted with certain devices. You select
devices from the device database (see Chap. 15.1), you can insert devices from other
manufacturers (third-party devices) (see Chap. 15.2) or terminal blocks (see Chap. 15.3) and
connecting sleeves (see Chap. 15.4); (note: some compact distribution boxes already include
the connecting sleeves as standard).
2. Based on the dimensions of the selected devices, you select the suitable compact distribution
box with the required mechanical properties from the database (see Chap. 6).
3. The Total Price function informs you about the total price of the design with respect to the
4. You fit the selected devices on the compact distribution box rails (see Chap. 15.11). In case of
any troubles, you can select a different compact distribution box.
5. Check the temperature rise in the distribution board (see Chap. 19).
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A project represents a group of logically interrelated distribution boards, such as distribution boards
on different floors in a single building etc. It is possible to design up to 50 distribution boards
parallel within a single project. Every project must include at least one distribution board.
The project structure tree is shown in the left part of the basic program screen:
To roll the tree down (the sub-branches will appear) – click on the “+” sign.
To roll the tree up (the sub-branches will be hidden) – click on the “-” sign.
Click on the tree branch to select the distribution board; if some distribution board system has
already been defined, a dimensional drawing will appear in the window on the right.
Double click on the tree branch (or click once and press Enter) to open
the window containing the list of the selected devices belonging to the
respective branch (distribution board, devices, accessories, ...).
Right click on the tree branch to show the Distribution Board context
menu with functions for project structure modification.
No distribution board system has been defined yet for this
distribution board, thus it is possible to work only with the lists of
devices and accessories.
The selected distribution board in the project; a dimensional drawing is
shown for this distribution board in the right part of the window.
Distribution board of a compact distribution box type. Only blind
flanges can be inserted in addition to devices and accessories.
Profi Plus distribution board. Rails, electric meter troughs,

cable ducts cover plates and blind flanges can be inserted
in addition to devices and accessories.
Name of the distribution board in the project, the name
specified by the user to identify the distribution board.
Number of pieces of distribution board = number of

repetitions of the same distribution board in project.
Description of contents of the clicked

branch in the project structure tree.
Operation of the project structure is possible by means of functions

from the Distribution Board drop-down menu or by clicking on the
respective icons in the tool bar. Right click on the tree branch to
activate the Distribution Board context menu.
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5.1 Add a new distribution board to the project
1. In the project structure tree, select the distribution board behind which you want to insert
another one.
2. Select New from the Distribution Board drop-down menu or click on the icon Add
new distribution board to project. A new item - a new distribution board - will be
inserted in the project structure tree behind the selected branch. The new distribution board
will be set as the current.
3. The distribution board has a standard default name Distribution Board + sequence
number. This name identifying the distribution board in the project can be modified at a later
point in time (see Chap. 5.4).
5.2 Create a new distribution board by copying the selected one
1. In the project structure tree, select the distribution board you want to copy.
2. Select Copy from the Distribution Board drop-down menu or click on the icon Create
new distribution board by copying the selected. A new item - copy of the selected
distribution board - will be inserted in the project structure tree behind the selected branch.
The complete and full definition of the distribution board is copied including the list of
devices and accessories. The distribution board that has been copied will be set as the current.
3. The distribution board has a standard default name Copy + name of the original distribution
board. This name identifying the distribution board in the project can be modified at a later
point in time (see Chap. 5.4).
5.3 Add switchgear drawing into the project
1. In the project structure tree, select the distribution board behind which you want to insert the
switchgear.
2. Select Switchgear from the Distribution Board drop-down menu or click on the icon
Make switchgear drawing. A new item – switchgear – will be inserted in the project
structure tree behind the selected branch. The new switchgear will be set as the current.
3. The switchgear has a standard default name of Switchgear + order number. This name
identifying the distribution board in the project can be changed at a later point in time (see
Chap. 5.4).
5.4 Rename the selected distribution board
1. In the project structure tree, select the distribution board you want to rename.
2. Select Rename from the Distribution Board drop-down menu or click on the icon
Rename the selected distribution board. A dialogue panel will open, in which you
type the new name of the distribution board. This name identifies the respective
distribution board in the project. Therefore, it must include at least one character and it should
be a unique name within the project.
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5.5 Number of pieces of the distribution board in a project
1. In the project structure tree, select the distribution board that you want to set the number of
pieces for.
2. Select the item Number of Pieces from the Distribution Board drop-down menu, or
click on the icon Number of pieces for selected distribution board. Type the new
number of pieces in the dialogue panel that opens up subsequently. The number of pieces
represents the number of repetitions of the same distribution board within the framework of
the project; the dimensional drawing is not drawn for individual pieces, and the breakdown
list is made up according to the overall number of pieces. The default minimum value is 1.
5.6 Erase the selected distribution board from the project
1. In the project structure tree, select the distribution board you want to erase.
2. Select Erase from the Distribution Board drop-down menu or click on the icon Erase
the selected distribution board from the project. The program will ask you whether
you are sure you want to erase the selected distribution board from the project. If you click
Yes, the distribution board will be erased from the project including all linked components
(devices, accessories). The effect of this function cannot be undone.
5.7 Insert distribution boards from another project
1. Select the item Insert from File in the Distribution Board

drop-down menu.
2. A dialogue panel will open identical to the Open function (see
Chap 25.2). Select the file with the project you want to insert in
the currently opened project. Click on the Open button.
3. All distribution boards from the specified project will be
inserted at the end of the currently opened project. The position
of the individual distribution boards in the project structure tree
can be subsequently modified (see Chap. 5.7). Only distribution
boards from projects created in the current version can be
inserted. If you wish to insert a distribution board from a
project created in an older version, you must first open the
project (see Chap. 25.2) and then save it in the format of the new version (see Chap. 25.1).
5.8 Change the distribution board position in the project structure tree
1. In the project structure tree, select the distribution board, the position of which you want to change.
2. Select Move Up from the Distribution Board drop-down menu or click on the icon
Move the distribution board upwards in the project structure. The selected
distribution board will be moved one branch higher. You can move the distribution board all
the way to the first position in the project structure by repeated activation of this function. If
the selected distribution board is placed at the first position in the project structure, nothing
will happen.
3. Select Move Down from the Distribution Board drop-down menu or click on the icon
Move the distribution board downwards in the project structure. The selected
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distribution board will be moved one branch lower. You can move the distribution board all
the way to the last position in the project structure by repeated activation of this function. If
the selected distribution board is placed at the last position in the project structure, nothing
will happen.
5.9 Information about the type of the edited distribution board
1. In the project structure tree, select the distribution board to be edited. If the distribution board
system has already been defined, a dimensional sketch is shown in the right part of the window.
2. Select Information about Type from the Distribution Board drop-down menu or
click on the icon Information about the type of the edited distribution board. A
dialogue panel with the definition of the distribution board will be displayed. The appearance
of the dialogue panel depends on the distribution board system. In case no distribution board
system has been defined so far, this information appears with the instructions for further
procedure.
5.10 Switch frame/door view
1. In the project structure tree, select the distribution board to be edited. If the distribution board
system has already been defined, a dimensional sketch is shown in the right part of the window.
2. Select Switch Frame/Door View from the Distribution Board drop-down menu or
click on the icon Switch Frame/Door View. A dialogue panel appear allowing you to
set what parts of the distribution board will be displayed. Set the control components as
required and close the dialogue panel by clicking OK. The effect of the settings will show only if
the distribution board design includes the components concerned - see the following figures:
Both frame and door of the distribution

board will be shown
(door closed and transparent)
Command and signalling devices

on the distribution board door.
DIN rails, devices fitted on them, cover plates and
blind flanges on the distribution board frame.
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Busbars in the XVTL, xEnergy

distribution board.
Distribution board door is shown only Distribution board frame is shown only
(door closed and nontransparent) (door open)
Note: a different view can be set for every distribution board in the project. The setting is saved to the data
file and remains the same for the given distribution board until its next change. The function has also
influence on printing the dimensional drawing to printer (the image you see on the screen will be printed).
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The term “compact distribution box” means a ready-made electric distribution board, a complete
assembly comprising the following:
• Box with door ensuring the required protection and the required mounting,
• Mounting frame with rails or mounting plates to mount the devices,
• Connecting and branching sleeves, alternatively,
• Cover plate ensuring protection against contact with live parts when the door is open.
This assembly is fixed and supplied as one set, as a single unit in the breakdown list. The mutual
position of the individual assembly components (rails, cover plates, …) cannot be changed.
Two basic procedures are possible in terms of the design logic applied to the compact distribution
boxes in the M-PROFIL system:
A) The compact distribution box is designed based on the estimated number of modules (number
of devices, which must be fitted in the compact distribution box; one module corresponds to the
width of 17.5 mm), the required protection and the mounting method. Then the devices are
selected from the device databases (see Chap. 15) and fitted on the rails (see Chap. 15.11). In
case of unsuitable design (too small compact distribution box that cannot accommodate all the
devices or too large compact distribution box with too much unused space), it is possible to
change the compact distribution box.
B) First of all you select the devices from the databases (see Chap. 15). The number of modules
occupied by these devices is calculated automatically. The design of the compact distribution
box is carried out based on the total number of modules achieved, taking into account a certain
reserve, with respect to the required degree of protection and the mounting method.
Designing a compact distribution box
1. In the project structure tree, select the distribution board, for which you want to define the
compact distribution box (for inserting a new distribution board into the project and working
with the project structure see Chap. 5).
2. Roll down the project structure tree by clicking on the “+” sign next
to the distribution board name. Double click on the “Distribution
Board” branch.
3. A dialogue panel will open, in which you click on the item Global-
Line, X-board (Compact Distribution Box), thus defining the distribution system of
compact distribution box for the currently edited distribution board. Close the dialogue panel
by clicking OK.
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Selection of the distribution board

system for the currently edited
distribution board.
Illustrative picture of the distribution
board for the selected distribution
board system.
Brief characteristics of the selected

distribution board system.
4. The following dialogue panel appears:
Number of modules (1 module=17.5 mm width),

which are to be fitted in the compact distribution Required reserve; the
Tree of box; if some devices have already been selected,
possible corresponding space should
this item is disabled and the number of modules is be left unfitted (can be both
types. determined automatically. positive and negative).
Dimensional drawing of the

selected type, click on the
picture to enlarge it.
Illustrative picture indicating

the distribution board of the
selected type series.
Type of the selected compact

distribution box.
Selected end branch of the
Display of detailed information
tree, data for this branch
from the catalogue sheet.
are shown on the right.
Internal branch of the tree, Catalogue price of the
rolled down – the following selected type (assembly).
branches are shown.
Insert the selected type of
Internal branch of the tree, rolled
the compact distribution box
up – the following branches are not
(if the compact distribution
shown.
box cannot accommodate
Click on the branch – display of data the specified number of
for the branch in the items on the right; modules, the button is
Double click on the branch (or click on disabled).
the +/ - sign) – rolling down/up – the Forced termination of the function. If a
sub-branches will be shown/hidden. distribution board has already been defined,
the program will return to the original type.
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Set the following items one by one:

• Number of modules - Specify the number of modules, which will be fitted with devices
in the distribution board (the number of modules can be determined by qualified estimate
or by calculation based on the wiring diagram; one module corresponds to the width of
17.5 mm). It represents the actually occupied space. This item is enabled only if you
follow the methodology A). In case you follow the B) methodology – some devices have
already been selected from the database, this item is disabled and the number of modules
is determined automatically. The size of the distribution board can then be modified only
by means of the Reserve tab.
• Reserve [modules] – Enter the required reserve in the number of modules; the space
corresponding to these modules should be left unoccupied. The reserve can be positive
(enlargement of the distribution board), or negative (reduction). The subsequent item is
calculated automatically based on the entered value.
• Reserve [%] – Here you can enter the required reserve as a percentage of the total
number of modules. The reserve can be positive (enlargement of the distribution board),
or negative (reduction). The previous item Reserve (modules) defining the space, which
should remain unoccupied in the distribution board, is calculated automatically based on
the entered value.
5. Select the required compact distribution box from the field of possible versions based on the
mechanical configuration. Search in the tree is fully identical to that in the tree of directories
in the Windows Explorer:
• An item beginning with the “+” sign is rolled up (it includes additional sub-branches,
which are not shown). To roll down the item menu (and to view its sub-branches), double
click on the respective item (or click on the “+” sign).
• An item beginning with the “-” sign is rolled down (all its sub-branches are shown on the
screen). To roll up the item menu, double click on the respective item (or click on the “-”
sign).
• If you double click on the end branch (sub-branch) of the tree, nothing happens.
• Click on any branch once to view more detailed information about the branch in the
items on the right side from the tree.
6. If you are found at the end tree branch - a specific type of the compact distribution box was
selected, a dimensional drawing will be shown together with an illustrative picture and the
type designation of the selected type.
• Click on this picture to enlarge it.
• Click on the Info button to obtain detailed description of the selected type from the
catalogue list.
• Click on the Price button to find out the current price of the selected compact distribution
box.
7. If the selected compact distribution box can accommodate the number of modules (specified
in item 2), the OK button is enabled. Click this OK to insert the compact distribution box into
the project. The project structure tree will be modified and the dimensional drawing will be
made:
Notes:
• The compact distribution box can be changed at any moment by double clicking on Compact
Distribution Boxes in the project structure tree. In the same manner it is possible to switch
over to a different distribution system (such as Profi Plus distribution boards, XVTL stand-
alone distribution boxes etc.).
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• The Temperature Rise function can be used to check whether the heat losses of the fitted
devices do not exceed the maximum value defined by the manufacturer (see Chap. 19).
• The Weight function can be used to calculate the weight of the distribution board and the
devices fitted therein (see Chap. 21.6).
Functions for the view

control (Zoom) of the
drawing, see Chap. 23.
Symbolic representation of
integrated N/PE terminal blocks.
Double click on the branch to
change the compact distribution
box or switch to a different
Type designation of the compact
distribution box + potentially
compulsory accessories (e.g. a
different door type, inserted
mounting plate, etc.).
Modified project tree structure
taking into account the selected
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(User-Defined Assemblies)
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When designing industrial distribution systems requiring high variability in relation to the internal
configuration of distribution boards, it is not possible to make do with compact distribution boxes
having a fixed internal configuration (see Chap. 6). Profi Plus distribution boards provide a
convenient alternative as they are composed of boxes with a mounting frame, to which mounting
rails and cover plates can be mounted, thus allowing a large variety of possible internal
configurations. Examples of the basic design options are illustrated on the following images:
Profi Plus distribution board, surface mounted Profi Plus distribution board, flush mounted
Profi Plus distribution board, floor mounted
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The following basic procedures are possible in terms of the design logic applied to the distribution
boards in the M-PROFIL system:
A) The distribution board is designed based on the estimated number of modules (number of
devices, which need to be inserted in the distribution board; one module corresponds to the
width of 17.5 mm), the number of el. meter points, the required degree of protection and the
manner of mounting. The distribution board must be fitted with mounting rails (see Chap. 10)
and cover plates (see Chap. 12). Devices are then selected from the device database (see
Chap. 15) and tested for the possibility to fit into the respective distribution board. In case of
an unsuitable design (a too small distribution board and the devices do not fit in, or a too large
distribution board with a lot of unused space), it is possible to change the configuration of
mounting rails or, as appropriate, change the distribution board design.
B) The number of modules and el. meter points is set to 0. In this case, the distribution board is
selected from a comprehensive dimensional series based on the dimensions only. The next
steps are identical to the methodology A.
C) First of all, devices are selected from the database (see Chap. 15). The number of modules
occupied by these devices is calculated automatically. The distribution board is designed
based on the number of modules actually achieved, taking into account an appropriate reserve
and number of el. meter points.
D) The option of typical assemblies of Profi Plus distribution boards is used (for more details see
Chap. 8)
Designing a Profi Plus distribution board frame (user-defined assembly)
Profi Plus type (for inserting a new distribution board into the project and working with the
project structure see Chap. 5).
Board” branch.
3. A dialogue panel will open, in which you click on the item Profi
Plus (user-defined assembly), thus defining the Profi Plus distribution board system for the
currently edited distribution board. Close the dialogue panel by clicking OK.
Selection of a distribution board

distribution board.
Illustrative picture of the

distribution board for the
selected distribution board
system.
Brief characteristics of the

system.
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4. A dialogue panel appears for the design of the Profi Plus distribution board. Define the items
in the particular tabs as necessary. The individual command elements are interlinked. If you
go back and change the settings, the command elements at the subsequent tabs will be
restored to the default values. The scope of the options offered is determined by the regional
version of the program.
• Type, Design tab: determines the general concept of the distribution board section:
Information text specifying Illustrative picture: schematic

the selected design. drawing of the selected design.
• Dimensions tab:
For
detailed
comments
on these
items see
the text
below.
Indicative information about the number of modules and el. Illustrative image
meter points, which can be fitted in a distribution board of the defining the geometric
selected size (blue text). meaning of the
Indicative information on whether the requested number of dimensions to be entered.
modules and el. meter points can be fitted in the distribution
board of the selected size. If yes – green text, if no - red text.
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• Number of modules: Specify the number of modules, which will be fitted with devices in
the distribution board (the number of modules can be determined by qualified estimate, or
by calculation based on the wiring diagram; one module corresponds to the width of 17.5
mm). It represents the actually occupied space. This item is enabled only if you follow the
methodology A). In case you decided to follow the C) methodology – some devices have
already been selected from the database, this item is disabled and the number of modules is
determined automatically. The size of the distribution board can then be modified only by
means of the Reserve tab. If you follow the methodology B), set the value to 0.
• Reserve (modules) – Enter the required reserve in the number of modules; the space
calculated automatically based on the entered value.
• Reserve (%) – Here you can enter the required reserve as a percentage of the total number
of modules. The reserve can be positive (enlargement of the distribution board), or negative
(reduction). The previous item Reserve (modules) defining the space, which should remain
unoccupied in the distribution board, is calculated automatically based on the entered value.
• Number of el. meter points – Enter the required minimum number of el. meter troughs in
the distribution board.
It is obvious that the two fields concerning the reserve are two alternatives. Either you
define the reserve as a number of modules, or as a percentage from the total number of
modules. The total design size of the distribution board is then determined by the sum of the
fields Number of modules + Reserve (modules).
• Internal partitioning: A distribution board can be composed of either one, or a

combination of two different mounting frames – this is useful especially for wide
distribution boards (easier handling with the mounting frame, partitioning of the interior
space in the distribution board). Only those options are offered, which match the selected design.
• Door, panels, base tab:
Activation of the
cable entry
flange
configurator
Click on the picture

to go to the
corresponding list
with the cursor.
Double click to
enlarge the image.
The options offered correspond to the selected concept (degree of

protection, ...) defined under the Type, Design tab and to the selected
dimensions of the distribution board.
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If the top or bottom panel allows the mounting of cable entry flanges, it is necessary to specify,
which flanges will be used:
1) Select a panel allowing the mounting of cable entry flanges.
2) Click on the button to activate the
cable entry flange configurator.
2) Click on the button

at the position where
you want the flange to
be fitted.
1) Click on a picture
to select a suitable
flange.
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• Accessories tab:
Accessories typically used for every

distribution board, which should not be
omitted; any desired combination can be
selected.
To view a list of the selected accessories,
with a possibility to select any additional
accessories as desired (see Chap. 17).
5. Click OK to close the dialogue panel. The system will search for all components, which are
necessary to assemble the selected type of the distribution board. A dimensional drawing will
be shown (here a surface-mounted distribution board with a mounting frame in the rear and
the possibility to mount cover plates):
Functions for the

view control (Zoom)
of the drawing, see
Chap. 22.
Double click on the
branch to change the
distribution board or
to switch to a
different distribution
board system.
Modified project
structure tree taking
into account the
selected distribution
board system.
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SURFACE-mounted distribution board

Symbolic
representation of
N/PE terminal
boards with threads
mounted directly to
the distribution
board frame.
Indication of the
door swing
direction, here
one-leaf door.
Mounting frame in
the rear.
Cover plate line.
Flush-mounted distribution board - cutout (niche) in the wall
Indication of the
door swing
direction: here
double-leaf door.
BPZ-MSW side
wall to mount
mounting rails
and cover plates.
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Floor-mounted distribution board, 1 frame Floor-mounted distribution board, 2 frames
Left frame Right frame
Indication of the BPZ-MSW side wall to mount Indication of the door

door swing direction, mounting rails and cover plates; swing direction: here
here one-leaf door. the height is determined by the double-leaf door.
distribution board height.
Base (plinth).
BPZ-MSW side wall to mount mounting
rails and cover plates, reduced height. The
bottom part includes space to mount power
devices to the mounting frame in the rear.
Notes:
• The dimensions of the distribution board frame can be changed at any moment by clicking
again on the Distribution Board branch in the project structure tree. In the same manner it is
possible to switch over to a different distribution board system (such as compact distribution
boxes). When changing the dimensions or when switching over to a different distribution board
system, all linked components (mounting rails, el. meter troughs, cover plates, devices fitted)
will be erased.
• A detailed design of the internal configuration (inserting mounting rails, mounting plates,
SASY busbar system) takes place at the level of mounting rails and panels (see Chap. 10).
• For insertion of cover plates see Chap. 12.
devices do not exceed the maximum value defined by the manufacturer, and to calculate the
temperature rise in the distribution board according to IEC 890 (see Chap. 19).
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8. Profi Plus Distribution Boards (Typical Assemblies)

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Profi Plus distribution boards provide a large variability of internal configuration, which inevitably
implies a more complex design to a certain extent. It is necessary to define the distribution board
frame, fit it with mounting rails and cover plates. This procedure needs to be repeated every time,
also in case of standard versions. Typical assemblies consist in certain “semi-finished” standard
distribution boards, which can be used as a starting point for the design. Typical assemblies save
time and make the design of standard distribution boards easier.
Surface-mounted Profi Plus distribution board Flush-mounted distribution board Profi Plus
Typical assembly with DIN rails Typical assembly with DIN rails + el. meter troughs
The following basic procedures are possible in terms of the design logic applied to the distribution
boards in the M-PROFIL system:
A) The number of modules and el. meter points is set to 0. In this case, the typical distribution
board is selected from a comprehensive dimensional series based on the dimensions only.
Devices are then selected from the device database (see Chap. 15) and tested for the possibility
to fit into the respective frame. In the event of any difficulties, the standard assembly can be
further modified (it is possible to change the position and number of mounting rails, cover
plates, etc.).
B) First of all, devices are selected from the database (see Chap. 15). The number of modules
occupied by these devices is calculated automatically. The typical assembly is selected based
on the number of modules actually achieved, taking into account an appropriate reserve and
number of el. meter points.
Designing a Profi Plus distribution board frame (typical assembly)
Profi Plus type (for inserting a new distribution board into the
project and working with the project structure see Chap. 5).
Board” branch.
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3. A dialogue panel will open, in which you click on the item Profi Plus (typical assembly),
thus defining the Profi Plus distribution board system for the currently edited distribution
board. Close the dialogue panel by clicking OK.
Selection of the distribution

board system for the currently
edited distribution board.

distribution board for the
system.
Brief characteristics of the

system.
4. A dialogue panel appears for the design of the Profi Plus distribution board (typical
assemblies). Select the required design and dimensions. Only typical assemblies are offered;
more options can be created under a user-defined assembly, or by modifying the typical
assembly. The scope of the options offered is determined by the regional version of the
program.
For detailed
comments on
these items see
the text below.
Specification of Illustrative picture: schematic drawing

parameters for the of the selected design + internal
selected design. configuration (typical assembly).
Information about the number of modules and el.
meter points, which can be fitted in a distribution
board of the selected size (blue text).
Indicative information on whether the requested number of

modules and el. meter points can be fitted in the distribution
board of the selected size (if yes – green text, if no - red text).
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• Number of modules: Specify the number of modules, which will be fitted with devices in
the distribution board (the number of modules can be determined by qualified estimate, or
by calculation based on the wiring diagram; one module corresponds to the width of 17.5
mm). It represents the actually occupied space. This item is enabled only if you follow the
methodology A). In case you decided to follow the B) methodology – some devices have
already been selected from the database, this item is disabled and the number of modules is
determined automatically. The size of the distribution board can then be modified only by
means of the Reserve tab.
• Reserve (modules) – Enter the required reserve in the number of modules; the space
calculated automatically based on the entered value:
• Reserve (%) – Here you can enter the required reserve as a percentage of the total number
of modules. The reserve can be positive (enlargement of the distribution board), or negative
(reduction). The previous item Reserve (modules) defining the space, which should remain
unoccupied in the distribution board, is calculated automatically based on the entered value.
• Number of el. meter points – Enter the required minimum number of el. meter troughs in
the distribution board.
It is obvious that the two fields concerning the reserve are two alternatives. Either you
define the reserve as a number of modules, or as a percentage from the total number of
modules. The total design size of the distribution board is then determined by the sum of the
fields Number of modules + Reserve (TE modules)
• Only typical assemblies are offered; more options can be created under a user-defined
assembly, or by modifying the typical assembly.
• The scope of the options offered is determined by the regional version of the program.
be shown:
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Notes:
• A typical assembly can be modified in any desired way. You can:
• Change the type, position and number of mounting rails and mounting panels – see
Chap. 10;
• Remove or add el. meter troughs – see Chap. 11;
• Change the type, position and number of cover plates – see Chap. 12;
• Add cable ducts – see Chap. 14;
• Fit devices – see Chap. 15;
• Insert accessories – see Chap. 17.
• The dimensions of the distribution board can be changed at any moment by clicking again on
the Distribution Board branch in the project structure tree. In the same manner it is possible to
switch over to a different distribution board system (such as compact distribution boxes). When
changing the dimensions or when switching over to a different distribution board system, all
linked components (mounting rails, el. meter troughs, cover plates, devices fitted) will be
erased.
• If none of the typical assemblies matches the input requirements, it is necessary to design the
distribution board as a user-defined assembly (see Chap. 7).
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9. Stand-alone Distribution Boxes

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The XVTL stand-alone distribution boxes complement the Profi Plus distribution boards with new
types with the height of 2000mm and with various widths and depths for stand-alone or in-line
distribution boards. These boxes are designed in particular for heavy-current circuits and can be
fitted with power circuit devices with the possibility for universal mounting of various types of
devices and busbars. They can be also used as distribution boards for instrumentation or
compensation. The basic box equipment includes door, frame, top and rear panel. Depending on the
relevant design, it is possible to order additional accessories (side walls, bases, …).
The xEnergy series distribution boxes are type-tested distribution boxes up to 4000A. Owing to
their modular design, these distribution boxes offer a wide range of combinations that can be used
for power circuit protection, compensation and automation. The combinations of mounting systems
and panels have been optimized for the dimensions of Moeller devices.
9.1 XVTL stand-alone distribution boxes
M-PROFIL allows interactive design of XVTL stand-alone distribution boxes in the following basic
versions:
• Empty box – the internal configuration can be defined by interactively inserting (horizontal
and vertical) supports (profiles) and mounting plates. Supports, mounting plates and busbar
systems are inserted at the level of mounting rails (see Chap. 10).
• Box with a Profi Plus adapter – a front and/or rear Profi Plus adapter is mounted in the box
for the purpose of installing devices up to 630A (see Chap. 7, 8). Mounting rails, cover plates
and devices are fitted to this adapter in the same manner as with standard Profi Plus
distribution boards. The possibility to mount supports, mounting plates and busbar systems is
retained. Thus, the Profi Plus adapter combines the advantages of power distribution boards
with those of installation distribution boards.
• Angle frame – for a series of distribution boards is connected to an angle; no additional
components can be fitted.
Empty box Box with a front and rear Box with an IZM series Angle frame
Profi Plus adapter power circuit-breaker,
main busbar at the top
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Designing a XVTL Stand-Alone Distribution Box

XVTL stand-alone distribution box (for inserting a new distribution board into the project and
working with the project structure see Chap. 5).
Board” branch.
3. A dialogue panel will open, in which you click on the item XVTL (boxes with height up to
2,000 mm), thus defining the XVTL distribution box system for the currently edited
distribution board. Close the dialogue panel by clicking OK.
Selection of the distribution board

distribution board.
distribution board for the selected
Brief characteristics of the selected

4. A dialogue panel appears for the design of the XVTL stand-alone distribution box. Define the
items in the particular tabs as necessary. The individual command elements are interlinked. If
you go back and change the settings, the command elements at the subsequent tabs will be
restored to the default values. The scope of the options offered is determined by the regional
version of the program.
• Type, Design tab: determines the general concept of the distribution board section:
Illustrative
picture:
schematic
drawing of
the selected
design
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• Dimensions tab:
• Door, panels, base tab:
The options offered correspond to the Click on the picture to go to

selected concept (degree of protection, ...) the corresponding list with
defined under the Type, Design tab and to the cursor.
the selected dimensions of the distribution Double click to enlarge the
board. image.
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If the top or bottom panel allows the mounting of cable entry flanges, it is necessary to specify,
which flanges will be used:
1) Select a panel allowing the mounting of cable entry flanges.
2) Click on the button to activate the
cable entry flange configurator.
2) Click on the button

at the position where
you want the flange
to be fitted.
1) Click on a
picture to select a
suitable flange.
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Accessories typically used for every

distribution board, which should not be
omitted; any desired combination can be
selected.
To view a list of the selected accessories,
with a possibility to select any additional
accessories as desired (see Chap. 17).
be shown (here an empty-box version with main busbar supports at the top):
Frame/Door/Busbar View switch, see
Chap. 5.9.
Functions for the

view control (Zoom)
of the drawing, see
Chap. 22.
Double click on the
branch to change the
distribution board or to
switch to a different
Modified project structure

tree taking into account
the selected distribution
board system.
A detailed design of the

internal configuration –
insertion of supports,
mounting plates, busbars)
takes place at the level of
mounting rails (Chap. 10).
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XVTL stand-alone distribution box, empty box with main busbar supports at the top
Indication of the busbar area in

the rear, with busbar supports.
The copper strips are not
included in the delivery.
Indication of the door

swing direction: here
double-leaf door.
Indication of the PEN busbar

section. The copper strip is not
included in the delivery.
Base (plinth).
XVTL stand-alone distribution box, box with a front Profi Plus adapter, with main busbar supports
in the rear
Indication of the busbar area in the rear, with

busbar supports. The copper straps are not included
in the delivery.
BPZ-MSW side wall of the mounting frame at the Profi Plus

adapter to fit mounting rails, mounting panels (Chap. 10)
and cover plates (Chap. 12). The side wall height is
determined by the distribution board height – suitable
solution for modular devices.
Indication of the door

swing direction: here
one-leaf door
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XVTL stand-alone distribution box, box with a front and rear Profi Plus adapter
BPZ-MSW side wall of the mounting frame at the Profi Plus

adapter to fit mounting rails, mounting panels (Chap. 10)
and cover plates (Chap. 12). The side wall height is reduced
only in the space where modular devices will be mounted.
Rear Profi Plus adapter to mount device modules (Chap. 10),

to mount power circuit-breakers (analogically to the rear
frame in surface-mounted or floor-mounted Profi Plus
distribution boards).
XVTL stand-alone distribution box, box with pre-installation to mount NZM series power circuit-
breakers
Typical assembly – the internal configuration

(position of supports and mounting plate)
can be modified at the level of mounting rails
(see Chap. 10).
Vertical support
Horizontal reinforcing support. In XVTL stand-

alone distribution boxes, it is not included in
delivery as standard; it needs to be ordered and
mounted separately.
Mounting plate for

NZM4 circuit-breaker
Rail to fix cables.
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XVTL stand-alone distribution box, box with pre-installation to mount IZM series power circuit-
breakers
Typical assembly – the internal

configuration (position of supports,
mounting sets, etc.) can be modified at the
level of mounting rails (see Chap. 10).
Light-weight horizontal support

(to fix vertical busbars).
Fictitious mounting plate to fit the IZM
circuit-breaker in M-PROFIL. Only an aid
for working with the program; it shall not
be ordered or mounted.
IZM circuit-breaker mounting set (horizontal
tray).
Heavy-weight horizontal support (for
IZM circuit-breaker mounting sets).
Light-weight horizontal support

(to fix vertical busbars)
Rail to fix cables.
Notes:
• A detailed design of the internal configuration (inserting supports, mounting plates, busbars or
fitting the Profi Plus adapter) takes place at the level of mounting rails (see Chap. 10).
• For inserting cover plates see Chap. 12.
• The dimensions or specification of the stand-alone distribution box can be changed at any
moment by clicking again on the Distribution Board branch in the project structure tree. In the
same manner it is possible to switch over to a different distribution board system (such as Profi
Plus distribution board).
• When changing the dimensions of the distribution board, all linked components (supports,
mounting plates, mounting rails, el. meter troughs, cover plates) will be erased. Unless the
distribution system is changed or the dimensions of the distribution system are modified, the
linked components will be retained. This makes it possible to easily change the degree of
protection or attach a base, for instance, at a later point in time.
• The designs of stand-alone distribution boxes with a mounting plate and a pre-installation to
mount power circuit-breakers belong to typical assemblies – the internal configuration
(position of supports) can be modified at the level of mounting rails (see Chap. 10).
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9.2 xEnergy distribution boxes
xEnergy distribution boxes are type-tested distribution boxes up to 4000A. Owing to their modular
design, these distribution boxes offer a wide range of combinations that can be used for power
circuit protection, compensation and automation. The combinations of assembly systems and panels
have been optimized for the dimensions of Moeller devices.
The xEnergy distribution system consists of type-tested functional modules, which fully comply
with the requirements of the IEC 60439-1 standard as regards not only the individual details, but
also the complete assembly. Besides the ordinary versions of distribution boxes with rather simple
equipment (partitioning of form 1 to 2), it is also possible to design complex distribution boxes with
interior partitioning of the areas (partitioning of form 3 to 4). You can benefit from the fact that the
type-tested incoming-supply and connection sections with built-in busbars can be combined with
IZM and NZM power circuit-breakers up to the current of 4000 A and, at the same time, you can use
individually equipped outgoer sections for switching and protection of final circuits up to 630 A.
The M-PROFIL program allows the following three basic types of sections to be designed:
• Incomer section (includes one or two NZM power circuit-breakers, or one IZM circuit-
breaker, type tested up to 4000A).
• Outgoer section (device modules can be fitted for mounting of protective devices for
protection of final circuits; type-tested distribution boards up to 630A; protective devices can
be fitted either horizontally or vertically).
• Universal section (mounting plates can be fitted that make it possible to install power-factor
capacitors, frequency converters, softstarters, consumption-control devices, switching
devices, automation components, etc.).
Designing an xEnergy distribution box
1. In the project structure tree, select the distribution box for which you want to define the box
of the xEnergy distribution-box (for the inserting of a new distribution board into a project
and for the operations with the project structure, please refer to Chap. 5).
2. Expand the project structure tree by clicking on the “+” sign next to
the distribution box name. Double click the Distribution Board
branch.
3. Click the item xEnergy (distribution system up to 4000A) at the
dialogue panel that opens up subsequently. By doing so, you define the xEnergy system box
for the distribution box being edited. Close the dialogue panel by clicking on the OK button.
Selection of the distribution

system for the distribution box
being edited.
Illustration drawing of the

distribution boxes of the selected
distribution system.
Brief characteristic of the selected

distribution system
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4. A dialogue panel will be displayed for designing the xEnergy stand-alone distribution box.
Set the items at the individual tabs as needed. The individual control elements are interlinked.
After the return back, and after the setting has been changed, the control elements at the
subsequent tabs switch over to the initial state.
• Type, Design tab: This tab determines the overall concept of the distribution box section:
The value of
current set here
determines the
dimension range;
furthermore, this
value can be
specified more
precisely (at the
Busbars tab).
Schematic
representation
of the positions
of the busbars
and outgoers.
Schematic
representation
of the interior
arrangement
• Dimensions tab:
• For the incomer section, the width is determined by the selected circuit-breaker.
• Click on the Select Circuit-Breaker button; a list of the selected devices will be
displayed.
• Select the required circuit-breaker (for a withdrawable version, select the base as well) –
see Chap. 15.1, 15.7. You must select 1 or 2 NZM circuit-breakers (at least NZM3,
250A) or one IZM circuit-breaker (at least 800A). In case of withdrawable version of
NZM circuit-breakers, you will receive a query concerning the installation of a motor
drive. The circuit-breaker type and number of poles must correspond to the settings of
Fitting of devices under the previous tab Type, Design.
• Close a list of the selected devices by clicking on cross I upper right corner (or by
pressing Esc key).
• In some cases, a width and a depth that are greater than the standard recommended values
can optionally be selected. For the withdrawable version, the corresponding base must
also be selected which, afterwards, does not need to be fitted.
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• For the incomer section, the width is determined by the selected circuit-breaker.
Width is determined by the selected circuit-breaker.
An illustration
drawing
corresponding
to the proposed
section type.
Display the list of selected devices – the required circuit-

Please, pay
breaker must be selected; for a withdrawable version, the
attention to these
socket must be included as well (for more details, please
instructions.
refer to Chap. 15.1, 15.6.). In some cases, a greater width
can be selected subsequently.
• For the outgoer section and universal section, dimensions can be selected from the
options offered:
Width of the component mounting area + width of the

cable connection area = overall width of the section
(for an outgoer section) or width of the whole section.
Please, pay attention to An illustration drawing

these instructions. corresponding to the proposed
section type. Click to enlarge
the drawing.
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• Door, Panels, Base tab: This tab determines the overall covering of the distribution box:
The options offered correspond to the selected Click on the drawing to

concept (degree of protection, etc.) defined at the move the cursor to the
“Type and Design” tab, and to the selected corresponding list.
dimensions of the stand-alone distribution box.
Note: The side panel is packed in pairs for delivery; it is to be defined only for one of the
outside sections of the switchgear.
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• Partitions tab: By means of a suitable combination, the required partitioning form of the
individual areas of the distribution board (IEC 60439-1) can be set; the ordinary partitioning
of form 0 means that partitions are not used (everything has been eliminated).
Any combination of available partitions can be The partitions offered depend on the
selected; the positions of the partitions selected selected concept and on the section type
are indicated by means of a violet line in the (here for incomer section).
drawing on the right.
Indication of the positions of

partitions in the distribution
board. The number corresponds
to the number next to the check
box. The drawing is only
Pre-selection: Pre-selection: schematic, illustrative.
unselects all Partitions necessary
partitions (no for partitioning of Pre-selection: Partitions necessary
partitioning) form 2b will be for partitioning of form 4b will be
selected. selected. Please, pay attention to the
note written in blue.
The partitions offered depend on the selected concept

and on the section type (here for outgoer section).
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• Busbars tab:
Determining the position of the N and PE A more precise specification of the current of
(PEN) busbars (they do not have to be the main busbars (this has influence on the
included necessarily) supports to be ordered; copper busbars are not
included in the delivery).
Recapitulation of the selected A more precise specification of vertical busbars

concept of the main busbars (only for the outgoer section). Supports and copper
(as set at the Type, busbars with the shape of an H shape can be
Construction tab) ordered. Vertical busbars are not drawn.
Accessories which are usually used for

each section and should not be omitted;
any combination can be selected.
Display the list of the selected

accessories; option to select any other
accessories (see Chap. 17)
5. Close the dialogue panel by clicking on the OK button. The system will search out all the
components that are necessary for assembling the selected distribution board type. The
dimensional drawing will be drawn (in this case, the incomer section):
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Switch Frame/Door View, see Chap. 5.10.
A function to control how

the drawing is displayed
(Zoom); see Chap. 23.
Top panel with ventilation

openings (set at the ‘Door,
Panels, Base’ tab).
Main busbars, marked out at the
selected positions (this view can
be turned off by means of the
View switch, see Chap. 5.10).
For the incomer section, only
the fitting of protective devices
is possible (see Chap. 15.11.1,
15.11.2). For the other sections,
there is the option of arranging
the internal configuration in
detail – inserting of device
modules or mounting plates at
the level of rails (Chap. 10).
Ventilation openings in the door

PE busbar (as defined at the
Busbars tab).
Notes:
• For the incomer section, only a selected protective device can be fitted (either manually - see
Chap. 15.11.2, or automatically – see Chap. 15.11.1). If a withdrawable version is to be used,
we recommend you to fit only the protective device manually, with the socket not fitted, or to
fit both devices manually and carry out aligning by means of the function Move the device
(see Chap. 15.11.5).
• For the outgoer section and for the universal section, it is possible to design the interior
configuration in detail (inserting of device modules, mounting plates and rails) at the level of
the rails (for more details, refer to Chap. 10).
• The dimensions or the specification of a stand-alone distribution box can be changed at any
time by clicking again on the Distribution Board branch at the project structure tree. In the
same way, it is possible to go over to a different distribution board system (e.g. the XVTL).
• If the dimensions of the distribution board have been changed, all the linked up components
(device modules, mounting plates) are erased. If a change in the distribution board system or in
the dimensions of the distribution board has not occurred, the linked up components are
retained. This way, for example, the degree of protection can be changed or a base can be
connected in an easy, additional manner.
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• For the incomer section, the dimensions of the distribution box are derived from the selected
protective device. When subsequently editing the list of the devices selected (inserting a
device, removing a device, changing the number of pieces, etc.; see Chap. 15.1, 15.8, 15.9), the
user will be warned of the eventuality of breaking this link as follows:
• The function Temperature Rise can be used to calculate the temperature rise in the
distribution board in accordance with IEC 890 (see Chap. 19).
• When a group of distribution board sections has been created, a drawing of the switchgear can
be generated (see Chap. 9.3). When the switchgear is being drawn, interactions of the
adjoining sections are checked (interconnection of the main busbars, the corresponding
dimensions, etc. – see Chap. 9.3 as well).
Incomer section Outgoer section Universal section
Ventilation openings in the door Cable connection Version with a mounting plate
area
9.3 Drawing a switchgear
Switchgear is a line of distribution boxes of the XVTL and xEnergy series that are drawn next to
one another (front view, ground plan) and are complemented with the overall dimension. This is
always a complete drawing including the devices fitted.
1. Design the individual distribution box sections of the intended switchgear (see Chap. 9.1, 9.2).
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• The switchgear may comprise distribution boxes of the XVTL or xEnergy series.
• In a switchgear, only distribution boxes of the same distribution system may be placed
next to one another (only the XVTL or only the xEnergy system).
• All the distribution boxes that make up a switchgear must be defined within the
framework of one project.
• Adjacent sections are always checked for consistence (consistence of main busbars, etc.).
• The order of the distribution boxes in the switchgear
corresponds to the order of the distribution boxes in the project
structure (for changing the position of a distribution board in
the project structure tree, refer to Chap. 5.8).
2. Insert the drawing of the switchgear in the project structure

(see Chap. 5.3), possibly, adapt the name of the switchgear
(see Chap. 5.4).
3. Expand the project structure tree by clicking on the + sign next to
the switchgear name. Double click on the Switchgear branch.
4. In the dialogue panel which opens up subsequently, specify the
distribution board sections that make up the switchgear.
Insert the selected distribution

box INTO the switchgear.
Double click on the selected distribution Remove the selected distribution
box = insert INTO the switchgear. box from the switchgear.
List of the distribution boards in the project. Only the List of the distribution boxes in the
distribution boxes of the XVTL and xEnergy series that have switchgear being edited. The order
not been included in the other switchgears can be accessed for of the distribution boxes in the
inserting them in this switchgear. After inserting the first switchgear corresponds to the
distribution box, only distribution boxes of the same order of the distribution boxes in
distribution box series can be inserted (the first distribution the project structure.
box inserted was an XVTL distribution box, and so only XVTL
series distribution boxes can be inserted afterwards).
5. Close the dialogue panel by clicking on the OK button. The switchgear will be drawn.
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Notes:
• A complete drawing including the devices fitted is made. The visibility of the individual parts
can be modified using the Switch Frame/Door View function (see Chap. 5.10).
• When the distribution board included in the switchgear has been edited (e.g. position of the
devices on the door has been changed), the switchgear drawing is automatically adjusted.
• The switchgear drawing can be complemented with free graphics which are not transferred
back on the individual distribution boards included in the switchgear.
• The definition can be changed at any time by clicking the Switchgear branch again.
A switchgear containing XVTL series distribution boards:
Distribution board name, transferred automatically.
The sequence of Devices, free graphics transferred from the distribution

distribution boards board definition. Modifications are possible by editing the
in the switchgear respective distribution board. Following the editing of a
corresponds to their distribution board included in the switchgear, the
sequence in the switchgear drawing is adjusted automatically.
project structure.
The Frame/Door View switch makes it possible
to switch off the display of some parts
(mounting frame with devices, doors, busbars).
A plan view is drawn automatically.
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A switchgear containing xEnergy series distribution boards:
The Frame/Door View switch makes it possible

to switch off the display of some parts (mounting
frame with devices, doors, busbars).
The general same rules apply as for a switchgear comprised

of XVTL distribution boards (see the previous page).
For distribution boxes, a check of consistent interconnections of the adjoining sections is

performed. The values that have been detected are displayed at the dialogue panel, classified in the
three basic levels: an error (displayed in red; an error must be fixed), a warning (displayed in blue,
not necessarily a trouble), and an information.
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10. Mounting Rails, Mounting Plates

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Rails are designed to mount devices to the distribution board frame. This category includes standard
DIN rails, mounting plates (mounting panels), busbars, supports and device modules. Rails cannot
be defined before the respective Profi Plus, XVTL, xEnergy distribution board is defined. Rails
must be defined before any devices can be fitted. A previously inserted rail can be changed
(modification of all parameters), and/or erased – cancelled.
Mounting rails and mounting plates in Profi Plus distribution boards

Mounting rails and mounting plates in XVTL distribution boards on a Profi Plus adapter
Rails can be mounted:

• Directly to the mounting frame in the rear.
• To the mounting frame in the rear on a fixed-depth tower BPZ-TF.
• To the mounting frame in the rear on an adjustable-depth tower BPZ-TA, using a BEL
fastening element.
• To the BPZ-MSW side wall using a BEL fastening element.
Mounting rail mounted to the mounting frame in
the rear. RF0 (RF=Rear Frame) is the maximum
mounting depth for the device. Suitable to mount
power devices, contactors, terminals.
Mounting rail mounted to the mounting frame in

the rear on an adjustable-depth tower BPZ-TA
attached using a BEL fastening element. The
mounting depth (T1…T6; T=Tower) for the
devices can be adjusted by selecting a number of
the slot, in which the BEL fastening element is
fixed (higher number = greater depth). Suitable
to mount both modular and power devices.
T0 (T=Tower) mounting rail mounted to the

mounting frame in the rear on a fixed-depth tower
BPZ-TF. Suitable to mount modular devices only.
Rail height on the frame
(distance between the rail axis Mounting depth for device.
and the distribution board
frame bottom)
6 5 4 3 2 1 The mounting depth for device can

be adjusted by selecting a number of
the slot, in which the BEL fastening
element is fixed (higher number =
greater depth).
Mounting rail
BEL fastening element
BPZ-TA tower
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Mounting rail mounted to the BPZ-MSW side

wall attached by means of the BEL fastening
element. The mounting depth for the device
can be adjusted by selecting a number of the
slot, in which the BEL fastening element is
fixed (higher number = greater depth).
Depth SW5 (SW=Side Wall) is suitable to

mount power devices, contactors, terminals.
Depth DS2 (DS=Depth Strap) on a TIW-1
depth strap is suitable to mount power
devices, contactors, terminals.
Depth SW2 (SW=Side Wall) suitable to

mount modular devices.
Rail height on the frame
(distance between the rail
axis and the distribution Mounting depth for device.
board frame bottom)
5 4 3 2 1
Mounting depth for device can be adjusted by selecting

a number of the slot, in which the BEL fastening
element is fixed (higher number = greater depth).
BPZ-MSW side wall
Mounting rail
BEL fastening element
Mounting information (indicated in the dimensional drawing at the right next to the side view):
Type designation of the mounting rail,

mounting plate, or device module.
Type designation of the tower

or depth strap, if present.
Depth on the tower (T...), in the side wall (SW...), or

on the depth strap (DS...). The number represents
the number of the slot, in which the BEL fastening
element is fixed. RF = Rear Frame.
Rail height on the frame (distance between the rail

axis and the distribution board frame bottom)
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Supports and mounting plates in the XVTL series boxes:

Fictitious series on the mounting
plate making the fitting of
devices easier.
Front plate support to fix vertical

support and mounting plates
throughout the box (included in
the mounting set).
BPZ-MPL mounting plate fixed to the

vertical support.
BPZ-DINR DIN rail fixed to the

vertical support.
Reinforcing light-weight horizontal

support XVTL-HP/L.
XVTL-VP vertical support (profile)
SASY busbar system fixed to a special

panel BPZ-MPLSASY mounted to the
side frame.
Rail to mount cables, here XVTL-AB

L-profile on a XVTL-BRA bracket.
Rail to mount cables, here XAR C-profile

on a vertical support.
Height = distance between the The little squares determine the position of the
component axis and the components on the box frame; the number of
distribution board frame bottom. the square (counted from the door) determines
the depth of the support, rail, mounting plate
or busbar system in the box.
Mounting information (indicated in the dimensional drawing at the right next to the side view):
Type designation of the support, mounting

plate, mounting rail, or device module.
Depth of the distribution board side frame

(SF=Side Frame), number of the little square
(counted from the door).
Height on the distribution board frame
(distance between the rail axis and the
distribution board frame bottom)
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Device modules in the xEnergy series distribution box (outgoer section):
Device module, comprised only of a cover plate –

in this case, with cutouts for measuring devices.
Rear edge of the side wall

Device module with a DIN rail
Device modules with a mounting plate (for

fitting a particular type of a circuit-breaker).
Partitions between modules (they will be drawn

only if they were defined in the design of the
distribution box – see Chap. 9.2).
Mounting information:
module type, height, depth
Height of the device modules, measured from

the bottom of the stand-alone distribution box
to the axis of the module
Mounting plates in the xEnergy series distribution box (universal section):
Rear edge of the side wall

(the side wall is not drawn in detail)
Mounting plate attached to the side wall
(the side wall is not drawn).
DIN rail that can be cut as needed, attached to

the mounting plate (it can also be attached
individually, by means of automatically ordered
angle pieces).
Mounting information: type of the

rail or plate, height, depth
C-rail attached to the mounting plate,
for cable-strain relief.
The height of the mounting plates or rails is

measured from the bottom of the stand-alone
distribution box to the axis of the plate or rail.
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10.1 Inserting mounting rails, method A) – automatic fitting
This option tries to cover the most frequent cases of distribution boards fitted with rails.
to the distribution board name. Double click on the Mounting Rails
branch (the branch is present in the tree only if the Profi Plus, or
XVTL, or xEnergy distribution board system was selected for the
given distribution board). A window with the list of the
already inserted mounting rails appears.
2. Click on the icon Insert Profi Plus mounting rails….
3. The system will check whether a Profi Plus distribution board or an
XVTL distribution board with Profi Plus adapter is present. If this is the case, a dialogue
panel appears (for more details see Chap. 10.2).
4. Select the distribution board frame (left or right), on which the rail is to be inserted (the frame
selection is enabled only if there is more than one frame in the distribution board).
5. Select the rail type and subtype.
6. Select the connector type for the left and right side of the rail.
7. Define the rail depth.
8. Click AutoFit. The button is enabled only if a suitable rail type allowing the AutoFit function
was selected.
• The height of the 1st rail and the number of rails is determined based on the
recommendation by Moeller in relation to the respective distribution board type. All rails
automatically have the same depth (defined in step 3).
• The span between the rails is determined as to ensure that the distribution board can be
closed with the most frequently used types of cover plates with a height of 150mm. Using
this function will ensure that the cover plates can be fitted with a similar automatic mode
(see Chap. 12.1). The rail width is determined automatically based on the distribution
board frame width.
9. The AutoFit parameters can be modified in the dialogue panel. The values recommended for
the respective distribution board are offered as default values. If you do not wish to make any
change, click OK to close the panel; otherwise adjust the values as desired and close the
panel by clicking OK – the system will first check the entered data for correctness and then fit
the rails. The fitting takes place from bottom to top.
The respective distribution board frame
must be able to accommodate the
number of rails entered here.
The height of the first rail must correspond to its
type and to the position of cutouts in the side wall.
The rail span must be
a multiple of 25 mm.
Notes:
• The rail to be inserted is always checked for possible collision with the previously inserted rails
(el. meter troughs). The user is always prompted to indicate the next step (not insert the rail;
insert the rail despite of the collision – to a greater depth, for instance). This ensures high
variability.
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• In case the inserted rails are not displayed in the dimensional drawing, please check whether
the distribution board frame component view is enabled (see Chap. 5.9).
• For full description of the dialogue panel for rail insertion see Chap. 10.2.
10.2 Inserting mounting rails, method B) - inserting individual rails
1. Roll down the project structure tree by clicking on the “+” sign next to the distribution board
name. Double click on the Mounting Rails branch (the branch is present in the tree only if
the Profi Plus, XVTL, or xEnergy distribution board system was selected for the given
distribution board). A window with the list of the already inserted
mounting rails appears.
2. Click on the icon Insert Profi Plus mounting rails….
3. The system will check whether a Profi Plus distribution board
or an XVTL distribution board with Profi Plus adapter is present. If
this is the case, a dialogue panel appears.
4. Select the distribution board frame (left or right), on which the rail is
to be inserted (the frame selection is enabled only if there is more
than one frame in the distribution board).
5. Select the rail type and subtype.
6. Select the connector type for the left and right side of the rail.
7. Define the rail depth.
8. Enter a number to define the rail height. The height is offered automatically at 150 mm higher
than the last inserted rail (which corresponds to the height of the most frequently used cover
plates) or at 75 mm higher than the highest el. meter trough. The distance entered is checked,
and the closest possible value is offered in case of any incompatibility.
Schematic drawing
of the selected rail
type and subtype +
information about
the possible
mounting methods.
Click to enlarge the
picture.
9. Close the dialogue panel by clicking OK.

• The system will check for collision with the previously inserted rails or cover plates. If
everything is OK, the rails will be inserted in the list of selected rails and their position will
be indicated in the drawing.
• The rail to be inserted is always checked for possible collision with the previously inserted
rails (el. meter troughs). The user is always prompted to indicate the next step (not insert the
rail; insert the rail despite of the collision – to a greater depth, for instance). This ensures high
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variability. It is up to the user whether he wants to make only an illustrative economic design
regardless of its feasibility (in such case, the collision warning can be ignored), or a final
implementation project (in such case, the user must make the necessary modifications in order
to avoid any warning messages).
• The system will automatically connect the required quantity of connecting materials and
accessories.
• The rail width is determined automatically based on the distribution board frame width.
Note: If an inserted rail is not displayed in the dimensional drawing, please check whether the
distribution board frame component view is enabled (see Chap. 5.10).
Insert DIN rail, mounting plate, busbar set, ... The list of inserted rails is always sorted from
Edit the selected rail. top to bottom; if there are two frames in the
distribution board, the left frame is first, then
Erase the selected rail. the right one.
Legend of abbreviations used in the list header:

• Description - description of the rail
• Type – type designation of the rail
• Frame – identification of the frame where the rail is mounted: L - left, R - right
• Height – distance between the rail axis and the distribution board frame bottom
• Depth – rail depth code:
• SW1, SW2, ... side wall and number indicating the slot in the side wall
• T0, T1, ... tower and number indicating the slot in the tower
• RF mounting directly to the distribution board rear frame
• SF, SF1, SF2, ... mounting to the XVTL distribution board side frame
• Adap. - type designation of the adapter, if used
• Ad.Ext. - adapter extension, if an adapter is used
• Cp.L - type designation of the rail coupling (BEL fastening element) on the left if used
• Cp.R - type designation of the rail coupling (BEL fastening element) on the right- if used
• CabDucSupp - type designation of the cable duct support - if the shortened rail is used
10.3 Inserting supports and mounting plates into XVTL stand-alone distrib. boxes
branch (the branch is present in the tree only if the Profi Plus,
XVTL or xEnergy distribution board system was selected for the
given distribution board). A window with the list of the already
inserted mounting rails appears.
2. Click on the icon Insert support/mounting plate….
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3. The system will check whether the currently edited distribution board is an XVTL stand-alone
distribution box. If this is the case, a dialogue panel appears.
4. Select the type and subtype of the support or mounting plate to be inserted.
5. Define the depth in the box – enter a numeric value indicating the number of the slot in the
distribution box frame, counted from the door. Other options include side frame or rear frame.
For mounting plates, it is necessary to define the depth of the relevant vertical support, to
which the mounting plate is mounted.
6. Define the height in the box – enter a numeric value indicating the distance between the
inside edge of the box and the center of the support / mounting plate (see the introduction to
Chapter 10). The distance entered is checked, and the closest possible value is offered in case
of any incompatibility (snap doesn’t correspond, collision with the edges, ...).
Please pay attention to Schematic drawing of the selected

this information. rail type and subtype + information
about the possible mounting methods.
Click to enlarge the picture.
7. Close the dialogue panel by clicking OK. All geometrical relations will be checked (e.g. the
presence of a vertical support, collision with previously inserted rails at the respective depth,
etc.). If everything is OK, the selected support / mounting plate will be inserted in the
drawing.
Fitting IZM series circuit-breakers: The following components must be inserted one by one in
order to be able to fit IZM circuit-breakers:
1. Heavy-weight horizontal support XVTL-HP/MIB

2. Circuit-breaker mounting set XVTL-IZM
3. Fictitious mounting plate to fit IZM circuit-breakers. This panel shall not be ordered or
mounted; it is only an aid for working with the program.
Note: Instead of inserting the individual components one by one, it is better to insert an XVTL
distribution box with a pre-installation to mount IZM circuit-breakers where the necessary
components will be inserted automatically.
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Fictitious mounting
plate to fit IZM
circuit-breakers.
The IZM circuit-
breaker can be fitted
manually like here
(Chap. 15.11.2), or
via AutoFit (Chap.
15.11.1)
10.4 Inserting a SASY busbar system into the XVTL stand-alone distribution boxes
branch (the branch is present in the tree only if the Profi Plus, XVTL
or xEnergy distribution board system was selected for the given
distribution board). A window with the list of the already inserted
mounting rails appears.
2. Click on the icon Insert SASY busbar system….
3. The system will check whether the currently edited
distribution board is Profi Plus, or XVTL. If this is the case, a dialogue panel appears:
Basic specification of Definition of the busbar length

the busbar system. depending on whether it goes through
one or more distribution board fields.
Number of busbar
supports; the value offered
must be adjusted based on
the required short-circuit
resistance.
Specification of
accessories. The given
type of the component will
be specified automatically
based on the busbar
system parameters.
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Information about the

presence of the BPZ-
MPLSASY mounting plate
or the BPZ-BR/SASY/H
mounting adapter
necessary for mounting.
Please pay attention to
these specifying
comments.
Selection of additional
accessories independent on
the busbar system. For
Position of busbars in the distribution box; the depth is description of the accessories
entered as the depth of the BPZ-MPLSASY mounting plate database control see Chap.
of the BPZ-BR/SASY/H mounting adapter. 17.1. The list of such selected
The height is the distance between the inside edge of the accessories can be edited in
box and the center of the busbar set. the Accessories branch (see
Chap. 17).
4. The basic type of the busbar system (brackets, busbars) is determined by the rated current and
the number of busbars. The busbar length depends on whether these busbars are joint busbars
for several distribution board sections or only for a single distribution board:
Several sections next to each other, the
busbar goes through all sections.
Stand-alone distribution board.
The busbar goes through the The busbar length will be determined
edited distribution board in this section by the user, the busbars
section, busbar length is will be ordered (“busbar goes over TO
determined automatically adjacent sections”).
according to the section width.
In these sections, the busbar “comes
over FROM the adjacent section” and
the busbars will not be ordered
anymore.
5. Busbar position in the distribution box:
• The depth is entered as the depth of the BPZ-MPLSASY mounting plate or the
BPZ-BR/SASY/H mounting adapter. The SASY busbar system can only be mounted with
these equipment pieces, which must be inserted as mounting rails prior to calling this
function (see Chap. 10.2, 10.3).
• The height is the distance between the inside edge of the box and the center of the busbar
set (see the introduction to Chapter 10.). The distance entered is checked, and the closest
possible value is offered in case of any incompatibility (snap doesn’t correspond, collision
with the edges. Automatically, the program offers the height of an unoccupied BPZ-
MPLSASY mounting plate or BPZ-BR/SASY/H mounting adapter.
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6. Accessories comprise panels. By selecting the respective item you specify what should be
ordered. A concrete component type will be specified automatically according to the busbar
system parameters. Only those items, which are suitable from the design point of view, are
enabled.
7. After clicking on the Other Accessories button, you can specify any additional components
to the busbar system (for description of the accessories database explorer see Chap. 17.1).
These accessories have no connection to the designed busbar system and will not be modified
through editing. This list of accessories selected in this manner can be edited under the
Accessories branch (see Chap. 17.3, 17.4).
8. Click OK to close the dialogue panel. The system will check whether a BPZ-MPLSASY
mounting plate or a BPZ-BR/SASY/H mounting adapter is present at the respective depth
and height. If this is the case, the busbar system will be inserted in the drawing.
SASY busbar system
BPZ-MPLSASY mounting plate
Wire connection adapter (inserted at the device level (Chap.15.1)).

Protective device at the mounting adapter (inserted at
the device level (Chap.15.1) and moved (Chap. 15.11.5).
Busbar support. SASY busbar system

– side view.
Individual busbars.
SASY busbar system – front view.
BPZ-MPLSASY mounting plate, to

which the busbar system is attached.
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Nominal current of busbars.

Mounting information; SASY busbar system
is a set composed of partial components Number of busbars
(supports, busbars, panels, etc.). in the set.
H = height in the distribution board,
D = depth in the distribution board.
Mounting plate, to which the

busbar system is mounted (type
designation of mounting plate and
fixing bracket).
Notes:
• Busbar systems can be fitted with adapters for cable connection as well as with adapters to
connect NZM circuit breakers and PKZ motor starters. These adapters are inserted as devices
for industrial application (see Chap. 15.1).
• If an inserted rail is not displayed in the dimensional drawing, please check whether the
• When fitting devices to the adapter, it is at first necessary to fit the adapter on the busbars and
the device itself on an auxiliary DIN rail or mounting plate (it can be also advantageous to use
the “manual” fitting of an individual device - see Chap. 15.11.2). Then you have to move the
device to the adapter by means of the Move device function from the Distribution Board
drop-down menu (see Chap. 15.11.5).
NZM1 circuit-breaker
fitted temporarily on
the auxiliary mounting
plate.
Device moved to the

adapter using the Move
Device function (Chap.
15.11.5) After editing:
device located
on the adapter.
Mounting adapter
for NZM1 circuit-
breaker.
Wire connection
adapter.
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10.5 Inserting device modules in the xEnergy stand-alone distribution boxes

(outgoer section)
1. Expand the project structure tree by clicking on the + sign next to the
distribution board name. Double click on the Mounting Rails
branch (this branch is in the tree only in the event that the Profi Plus,
XVTL or xEnergy distribution system has been selected for the
given distribution box). A window opens up with the list of the rails
that have already been inserted.
2. Click on the xEnergy Mounting kits and Mounting Plates
icon.
3. The system checks whether the distribution board being edited is a
xEnergy stand-alone distribution box, an outgoer section. Should this prove to be the case,
specify the device module in the dialogue panel that opens up subsequently:
Illustration
drawing of the
module selected.
Click to enlarge
the drawing.
Specification of the View of the list of the selected devices; option of

module being inserted. operative selection of a device complying with the
module being inserted (see Chap. 15.1, 15.6).
The height is measured from the bottom of the stand-alone

distribution box to the axis of the module. The height
offered is automatically adjusted according to the height of
the selected module. Bottom-up fitting is assumed.
4. Device modules are either of a type that is directly intended for mounting of particular
devices, or of a type that is intended for general installation of devices. A module is generally
comprised of a mounting plate, or of a DIN rail and of a cover plate. It is not necessary to use
the cover plate. Some modules comprise only a cover plate.
5. Close the dialogue panel by clicking on the OK buttons. The module will be inserted in the
drawing.
6. If the function is called again, the highest of the modules that have been used is offered
automatically. The height offered is automatically adjusted according to the height of the
selected module. It is assumed that the modules will be fitted in the bottom-up direction.
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Type identification of the

module (part: mounting plate).
Height: Distance of the
module axis from the bottom
of the stand-alone
distribution box
Device module comprised of a Partition between modules (Partitions are only

mounting plate and of a cover inserted if they were defined in the design of Not relevant
plate (the device cutout is not the stand-alone distribution box.) in this case
drawn).
Note:
• In the event that the devices are to be fitted in a horizontal position, it is recommended that
the selected devices should be fitted manually (see Chap. 15.11.2), instead of using the
AutoFit mode.
• See also the drawings at the end of the introduction to Chapter 10.
10.6 Inserting of rails and mounting plates in the xEnergy stand-alone distribution
boxes (universal sections)
1. Expand the project structure tree by clicking on the + sign next to the
distribution board name. Double click on the Mounting Rails
branch (this branch is in the tree only in the event that the Profi Plus,
XVTL or xEnergy distribution system has been selected for the
given distribution box). A window opens up with the list of
the rails that have already been inserted.
2. Click on the icon xEnergy Device Modules and Mounting
Plates.
3. The system checks whether the distribution board being edited is a xEnergy distribution box,
a universal section. Should this prove to be the case, specify the mounting plate / rail in the
dialogue panel that opens up subsequently:
Illustration drawing of the selected
plate/rail. Click to enlarge the drawing.
Mounting plates and DIN rails intended

for mounting of devices. C-rails for
cable-strain relief. The rails are fitted
on the mounting plates.
Depth: The number of the opening in the
side wall; the depth of the plate in the
side wall is in the brackets.
The height is measured from the bottom
of the stand-alone distribution box to the
axis of the plate/rail. The height offered
is automatically adjusted according to
the height of the selected plate. Bottom-
up fitting is assumed.
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4. Close the dialogue panel by clicking on the OK buttons. The plate / rail will be inserted in the
drawing.
5. If the function is called again, the highest of the plates/rails that have been used is offered
automatically. The offered height is automatically adjusted according to the height of the
selected plate. It is assumed that the fitting will be carried out in the bottom-up direction.
Rails can only be mounted on mounting plates (or a bracket must be manufactured), but the
interaction between the rail and plate is not checked.
Type of the rail (or mounting plate).

Height: The distance of the axis of the rail (plate)
from the bottom of the stand-alone distribution box.
Dsw = Depth in the Side Wall
(the order of the opening).
Virtual lines on the Mounting plate in the side wall (the side wall is
mounting plate make it not drawn; only its rear edge is marked out).
easy to fit the devices. A C-rail on the mounting plate, for cable-strain relief (The check for
the presence of the mounting plate under the C-rail is not carried
Note: See also the drawings at the end out; the rail can also be attached directly to the side wall, namely by
of the introduction to Chapter 10. means of angle pieces.)
10.7 Editing a mounting rail (change in type, depth, height)
name. Double click on the “Mounting Rails” branch. A window with the list of the already
2. Click on the line containing the rail, which you want to edit.
3. Click on the icon “Edit the selected rail”.
4. A dialogue panel will open identical to the one opening when you want to insert a rail. The
particular items are set according to the properties of the edited rail. It is possible to modify
all properties while following identical rules as when inserting an individual rail (see Chap.
10.2). Similarly, if you have selected a bracket or a mounting plate in an XVTL stand-alone
distribution box, or if you have selected a xEnergy device module, a dialogue panel opens up,
as in the event that these items are being inserted (see Chap. 10.3, 10.4, 10.5, 10.6). If the
SASY busbar system has been selected, a dialogue panel opens up, as in the event that this
item is being inserted (see Chap. 10.4). The rail can only be changed if it has not been fitted
with devices.
5. Close the dialogue panel by clicking OK. The data about the rail will be corrected in the list
and the dimensional drawing will be repainted.
6. If you close the dialogue panel by clicking Cancel, the data will remain unchanged.
7. Close the window with the list of mounting rails by clicking on the X in the upper right corner
of the window or by pressing Esc.
Tip: Double click on the respective line in the list of the selected mounting rails to go directly to
the dialogue panel allowing you to modify the rail properties.
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10.8 Erasing a mounting rail
name. Double click on the “Mounting Rails” branch. A window with the list of the already
2. Click on the line containing the rail, which you want to erase.
3. Click on the icon “Erase the selected rail”. The rail will be erased from the list (and
from the dimensional drawing as well) and the pointer will be set to the previous rail.
Click on the icon “Erase the selected rail” repeatedly to erase all rails from the list. The rail
can only be erased if it is not fitted with devices.
4. Close the window with the list of mounting rails by clicking on the X in the upper right corner
Tip: If you click with your right mouse button in the list of the selected mounting rails, a context
menu will appear allowing you to make a quick function selection (erase rail, edit rail, insert rail)
and to apply it to the selected line.
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11. Electric Meter Troughs

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An electric meter trough consists in an assembly to mount a respective number of electric meters. It
can be fitted with an el. meter panel or a mounting set to mount modular devices.
Empty electric meter trough – El. meter trough with one electric meter point Electric meter
two electric meter points and a mounting set to mount modular devices panel
11.1 Inserting an Electric Meter Trough
1. Roll down the project structure tree by clicking on the “+” sign
next to the distribution board name. Double click on the “El. Meter
Troughs” branch (the branch is present in the tree only if the Profi
Plus or XVTL distribution board system was selected for the given
distribution board). The system will check whether a Profi Plus
distribution board or an XVTL distribution board with Profi Plus
adapter is present. If this is the case, a window with the list of the
already inserted el. meter troughs appears.
2. Click on the icon Insert el. meter trough.
3. A dialogue panel will open, in which you select the distribution board frame (left or right), on
which the trough is to be inserted (the frame selection is enabled only if there is more than
one frame in the distribution board).
4. Select the type of the el. meter trough.
5. Define the fitting for every el. meter point – by selecting from the list of options offered
below the picture. The number of el. meter points is determined by the distribution board
frame width). The el. meter point may remain empty, or it can be fitted with an el. meter
panel. The outmost el. meter points can be fitted with DIN rails to mount modular devices.
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This can be useful, for instance, when you need to mount protection devices in case of an
uneven number of el. meter points, where one point would otherwise remain unused).
6. Enter the height of the el. meter trough top edge from the distribution board frame bottom.
• The minimum necessary height for the given trough type, or the height with respect to the
highest cover plate is offered as a default value.
• When fitting a distribution board, it is recommended to first insert cover plates below the
el. meter trough (see Chap. 12), then the el. meter trough itself and only then the cover
plates above the el. meter trough. This means that a bottom-up approach should be applied
when fitting a distribution board.
• Once the value is entered, the system will check the height for correctness; the closest
suitable value will be offered in case of any incompatibility.
Schematic drawing of an
el. meter trough. The
number of el. meter
points is determined by
the distribution board
frame width.
7. Close the dialogue panel by clicking OK. The system will check for possible collision with
the existing (previously inserted) rails, el. meter troughs or cover plates. If everything is OK,
the trough will be inserted in the list of the selected el. meter troughs and will be indicated in
the dimensional drawing.
8. Close the window with the list of el. meter troughs by clicking on the X in the top right corner
or by pressing Esc.
Note:
• If an inserted trough is not displayed in the dimensional drawing, please check whether the
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Insert electric meter trough. The list of inserted troughs is always

sorted from top to bottom; if there are two
Edit the selected trough. frames in the distribution board, the left
Erase the selected trough. frame is first, then the right one.
Distance between trough top and

distribution board frame bottom.
Identification of the frame, on which the
trough is mounted; L - left, R - right.
Depiction of an electric meter trough in the dimensional drawing (Profi Plus distribution board):
El. meter trough with four electric meters El. meter trough in
on the distribution board frame. the side view.
Type of the el. meter

panel or DIN rail set.
El. meter point fitted with a DIN

rail set to mount modular devices.
El. meter point fitted
with an el. meter panel.
Empty el. meter point. el. meter trough type and
El. meter trough type. distance between the el. meter
trough top and distribution
board frame bottom.
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11.2 Editing an electric meter trough
name. Double click on the “Electric Meter Troughs” branch. The system will check whether a
Profi Plus distribution board or an XVTL distribution board with Profi Plus adapter is present.
If this is the case, a window with the list of the already inserted el. meter troughs appears.
2. Click on the line containing the trough, which you want to edit.
3. Click on the icon “Edit the selected electric meter trough”.
4. A dialogue panel will open identical to the one opening when you want to insert an electric
meter trough. The particular items are set according to the properties of the edited trough. It is
possible to modify all properties while following identical rules as when inserting an
individual trough (see Chap. 11.1).
5. Close the dialogue panel by clicking OK. The meter trough data will be corrected in the list
and the dimensional drawing will be re-sketched.
7. Close the window with the list of electric meter troughs by clicking on the X in the right
corner or by pressing Esc.
Tip: Double click on the respective line in the list of the selected electric meter troughs to go
directly to the dialogue panel allowing you to modify the trough properties.
11.3 Erasing an electric meter trough
name. Double click on the “Electric Meter Troughs” branch. The system will check whether
a Profi Plus distribution board or an XVTL distribution board with Profi Plus adapter is
present. If this is the case, a window with the list of the already inserted el. meter troughs
appears.
2. Click on the line containing the trough, which you want to erase.
3. Click on the icon “Erase the selected electric meter trough”. The trough will be
erased from the list (and from the dimensional drawing as well) and the pointer will be
set to the previous rail. Click on the icon “Erase the selected electric meter trough”
repeatedly to erase all troughs from the list.
4. Close the window with the list of electric meter troughs by clicking on the X in the right
corner or by pressing Esc.
Tip: If you click with your right mouse button in the list of the selected electric meter troughs, a
context menu will appear allowing you to make a quick function selection (erase trough, edit
trough, insert trough) and to apply it to the selected line.
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Cover plates are designed to cover the front panel of the frame in a distribution board fitted with
devices. The width of the cover plates is derived automatically from the distribution board width.
The height of the cover plates is different for every type and width (series of different heights are
manufactured for every type and width). The plates can be placed at any desired height. The
reference point to measure the height is the top left corner of the plate.
Cover plate with holes

Cover plate with for RMQ command and
45mm cutout for signalling devices
modular devices
Cover plate without

cutout, with a plastic
panel (for power circuit-
breakers). The necessary
Cover plate without cutout will be made
cutout during the mounting
based on the actual
requirements.
12.1 Inserting cover plates, method A) - automatic fitting
This option tries to cover the most frequent cases of distribution boards fitted with cover plates. The
specified number of the selected cover plate type is inserted similarly to the mounting rail AutoFit.
There is no connection between the cover plates and rails in the M-PROFIL version. The alignment
of the cover plate cutouts with the rails is to be monitored by the user itself based on the appearance
of the dimensional drawing.
to the distribution board name. Double click on the “Cover Plates”
branch (the branch is provided in the tree only if the Profi Plus, or
XVTL distribution board system was selected for the given
distribution board).
XVTL distribution board with Profi Plus adapter is present. If this is
the case, a window with the list of the already inserted cover plates appears.
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3. Click on the icon Insert cover plate.

4. A dialogue panel appears (see Chap. 12.2), in which you select the distribution board
frame (left or right), on which the plates are to be inserted (the frame selection is enabled only
if there is more than one frame in the distribution board).
5. Select the cover plate type.
6. Select the cover plate height from the list of options offered (different heights are available
for different types of cover plates and different distribution board widths).
7. Click on the AutoFit button.
• The height of the first cover plate and the number of plates is determined automatically
according to the height of the space between the last cover plate (el. meter trough) and
the top of the distribution board.
• The cover plate span is determined according to the selected plate height.
• The width of the cover plates is determined automatically based on the distribution board
frame width.
8. The AutoFit parameters can be modified in the dialogue panel. The values recommended for
the respective distribution board are offered as default values. If you do not wish to make any
change, click OK to close the panel; otherwise adjust the values as desired and close the
panel by clicking OK – the system will first check the entered data for correctness and then fit
the cover plates. The fitting takes place from bottom to top.
The respective distribution board frame must
accommodate the number of cover plates entered.
Distance between the left top corner of

the first plate and the frame bottom.
The plate span corresponds to the
plate height.
8. Close the window with the list of cover plates by clicking on the X in the upper right corner
Notes:
• Every cover plate to be inserted is always checked for possible collision with the previously
inserted plates (el. meter troughs). In case of a collision, the plate cannot be inserted.
• If an inserted plate is not displayed in the dimensional drawing, please check whether the
• For full description of the dialogue panel appearing to insert cover plates see Chap. 12.2.
12.2 Inserting cover plates, method B) - inserting individual plates
next to the distribution board name. Double click on the Cover
Plates branch (the branch is present in the tree only if the Profi+,
XVTL distribution board system was selected for the given
2. The system will check whether a Profi+ distribution board or an
XVTL distribution board with Profi+ adapter is present. If this is
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the case, a window with the list of the already inserted cover plates appears.
3. Click on the icon Insert cover plate.
4. A dialogue panel appears, in which you select the distribution board frame (left or right), on
which the plates are to be inserted (the frame selection is enabled only if there is more than
one frame in the distribution board).
Schematic drawing of the

selected cover plate type.
Click to enlarge the picture.
Designing tool – the frame
height, the height of previously
inserted plates and el. meter
troughs and the remaining
height to be covered with plates,
must be > or = 0.
Automatically cover the

frame with cover
plates, see Chap. 12.1.
5. Select the plate type, which you want to insert.

6. Define the item Height, represented by a list of all cover plates manufactured for the given
type, for the required plate height. When selecting a suitable cover plate, you can use – as an
indicative tool – the aid at the bottom part of the dialogue panel, which shows the part of the
distribution board frame that still needs to be covered. If a cover plate without cutout is
selected, the program will automatically try to find a suitable plate height.
7. Define the position of the plate on the distribution board frame, i.e. the distance between the
top left corner of the cover plate and the frame bottom. The position of the highest plate (or
the highest el. meter trough) + height of the selected plate is offered automatically. Now it is
essential to take into account any previously inserted rails and to place cover plates with
cutout so that they are aligned with the existing rails. If you require el. meter troughs to be
fitted, it is recommended to first insert all cover plates below the trough, then the trough itself
(see Chap. 11) and only then the cover plates above the trough. This means that a bottom-up
approach should be applied when fitting a distribution board.
8. Close the dialogue panel by clicking OK. The system will check whether the cover plate to be
inserted does not collide with previously inserted cover plates or el. meter troughs (which
cannot be covered by cover plates). In case of a collision, the plate cannot be inserted. If
everything is OK, the selected plate will be inserted in the list of selected cover plates and
displayed in the dimensional drawing.
Note:
• If an inserted plate is not displayed in the dimensional drawing, please check whether the
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Insert cover plate, AutoFit cover plates. List of inserted cover plates is always sorted
from top to bottom; if there are two frames in
Edit selected cover plate. the distribution board, the left frame is first,
Erase selected cover plate. then the right one.
Distance between the cover

plate top and the frame bottom.
Identification of the frame,
on which the cover plate is
mounted; L - left, R - right.
Depiction of cover plates in the dimensional drawing (Profi+ distribution board):
Cover plate without cutout.

Cover plate with a cutout for devices. M-PROFIL does not offer the
option to hide invisible edges, the cover plates are “transparent”.
Mounting information – cover plate type designation.
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12.3 Editing a cover plate (change in type, height or position on the frame)
name. Double click on the “Cover Plates” branch (the branch is present in the tree only if the
Profi+ or XVTL distribution board system was selected for the given distribution board).
2. The system will check whether a Profi+ distribution board or an XVTL distribution board
with Profi+ adapter is present. If this is the case, a window with the list of the already inserted
cover plates appears.
3. Click on the line containing the plate, which you want to edit.
4. Click on the icon “Edit the selected cover plate”.
5. A dialogue panel will open identical to the one opening when you want to insert a cover plate.
The particular items are set according to the properties of the edited plate. It is possible to
modify all properties while following identical rules as when inserting an individual cover
plate (see Chap. 12.2).
6. Close the dialogue panel by clicking OK. The cover plate data in the list will be adjusted and
the dimensional drawing will be re-sketched.
Tip: Double click on the respective line in the list of the selected cover plates to go directly to the
dialogue panel allowing you to modify the plate properties.
12.4 Erasing a cover plate
name. Double click on the “Cover Plates” branch (the branch is present in the tree only if the
Profi+ or XVTL distribution board system was selected for the given distribution board).
2. The system will check whether a Profi+ distribution board or an XVTL distribution board
with Profi+ adapter is present. If this is the case, a window with the list of the already inserted
cover plates appears.
3. Click on the line containing the plate, which you want to erase.
4. Click on the icon “Erase the selected cover plate”. The plate will be deleted from the
list (and erased from the dimensional drawing as well) and the pointer will be set to the
previous plate. Click on the icon “Erase the selected cover plate” repeatedly to erase all
plates from the list.
Tip: If you click with your right mouse button in the list of the selected cover plates, a context
menu will appear allowing you to make a quick function selection (erase cover plate, edit cover
plate, insert cover plate) and to apply it to the selected line.
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13. Blind Flanges

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A cutout in the cover plate, which is not fitted with any device, can be closed by means of blind
flanges. The following basic types of blind flanges are available:
• Blind flange with fixed width (typically 0.5 of the module, i.e. 8.75 mm), which cannot be
divided further. The required segment will be filled by repeated insertion of 1 piece, thus, it
does not have to be covered completely. Some types can be sealable, i.e. they cannot be
removed from the cutout without removing the cover plate.
• Breakable blind flange: a band made of hard plastic ad having a certain maximum length with
reductions in precisely defined spacing (1 or 0.5 module, i.e. 17.5 or 8.75 mm, respectively) -
thus it is possible to reduce the blind flange length by breaking off these segments. Therefore,
the required segment does not have to be covered completely. Some types can be sealable, i.e.
they cannot be removed from the cutout without removing the cover plate.
• Freely cuttable blind flange: a band of certain length, from which the required segment can be
cut precisely.
The user creates a list of the selected blind flanges. Blind flanges from the list can be fitted into the
cutouts in cover plates (thereby being broken and cut). For the purposes of the breakdown list
generation, the particular segments are summarized in order to ensure that the required number of
pieces of the given type will be ordered. It is advisable to insert the blind flanges only after all the
devices are fitted to the distribution board rails (see Chap. 15.11) and after the distribution board
frame is covered completely with cover plates (see Chap. 12.1, 12.2).
13.1 Inserting blind flanges, method A) - automatic fitting
This selection allows you to cover free cutouts in cover plates with minimum operator
requirements. Preconditions for successful AutoFit of the blind flanges are that all devices are
completely fitted to the distribution board rails (see Chap. 15.11), the frame is completely covered
with cover plates (see Chap. 12.1, 12.2) and that the requirement for all free cutouts being blinded
with a single blind-flange type is met.
to the distribution board name. Double click on the “Blind Flanges”
branch (the branch is present in the tree only if some distribution
board system has already been selected). The system checks whether
it is possible to insert cover plates with cutouts for devices. Should
this prove to be the case, a window opens up with a list of blind
flanges that have already been inserted.
2. Click on the icon “Insert blind flange”.
3. Click on the respective image to select the blind-flange type (for full description of the
dialogue panel see Chap. 13.2).
4. Click on the AutoFit button. All free cutouts in the cover plates will be blinded with the
selected type of the blind flange (the blind flanges will be inserted in the list and drawn in the
cutouts).
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Note:
• Unfitted blind flanges will be deleted from the list of the selected blind flanges.
• Blind flanges, which have been fitted into the cutouts previously, will be retained in place
(the AutoFit mode fills only free cutouts that are not fitted with devices or previously inserted
blind flanges).
• If the inserted blind flanges are not displayed in the dimensional drawing, please check
whether the distribution board frame component view is enabled (see Chap. 5.9).
13.2 Inserting blind flanges, method B) - inserting individual pieces in the list
to the distribution board name. Double click on the “Blind Flanges”
branch (the branch is present in the tree only if some distribution
board system has already been selected). The system checks whether
it is possible to insert cover plates with cutouts for devices. Should
this prove to be the case, a window opens up with a list of blind
flanges that have already been inserted.
2. Click on the icon “Insert blind flange”.
Click on the picture to select the

blind flange. Double click to
enlarge the picture.
Number of pieces of the selected

blind flange, which will be
inserted in the list.
Number of modules, which
represents the specified quantity of
the selected blind flange.
The blinded length in mm, which
represents the specified quantity of
the selected blind flange.
Design tool informing about the
length still remaining to be covered
with blind flanges. The remaining
length should be <= 0.
Automatic coverage of free Insert the specified quantity of the selected
cutouts with blind flanges, type of blind flanges in the list of the
see Chap. 13.1. selected blind flanges (not in the cutouts).
4. In the subsequently opened dialogue panel, click on the respective image to select the desired
blind-flange type you want to insert.
5. Enter the required number of pieces of the inserted blind flange. The information about the
length of the given number of pieces of blind flanges (calculated after pressing Enter) and the
information about the length remaining to be blinded serves as an aid.
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6. Close the dialogue panel by clicking OK. The required number of pieces of the given blind-
flange type will be inserted in the list of the selected blind flanges. The maximum blind-
flange length is always inserted. The blind flange can be subsequently fitted into the cutout in
the cover plate, see Chap. 13.3.
7. Close the window with the list of blind flanges by clicking on the X in the right corner or by
pressing Esc.
Notes:
• Various types of blind flanges can be inserted by repeated activation of this function.
• If you want to check whether all cutouts in the frame cover plates are blinded, activate this
function again - if the information indicating the Length remaining to be blinded is less than
or equal to 0, then all cutouts are blinded. In such case, you can close the dialogue panel by
clicking Cancel.
Insert blind flange, AutoFit blind flanges. List of selected blind flanges is always
Fit blind flange from the list in the cover plate cutout. sorted from top to bottom and from left to
right; if there are two frames in the
Erase blind flange from the cover plate distribution board, the left frame is first,
cutout (however, not from the list the then the right one. Unfitted blind flanges
selected blind flanges). are at the end of the list.
Erase the selected blind flange from the list.
Blind flange that is not fitted in the Position of the blind flange on
cover plate cutout is indicated in red. the frame (coordinates of the
Blind flange that is fitted in the cover left center); identification of the
plate cutout is written in black. frame, on which the blind
flange is mounted: [L] - left,
[R] - right.
Current number of segments of
the breakable blind flange.
Current length of the freely

cuttable blind flange.
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Depiction of blind flanges in the dimensional drawing:

Removable blind flange in Global-Line compact
distribution box (inserted automatically in some
types of compact distribution boxes and can be
only erased).
Freely cuttable blind flange fitted

in the cover plate cutout.
Devices fitted in the cover plate cutouts.
Breakable blind flange fitted
in the cover plate cutout.
Free cutout in the cover plate, prepared to

be covered with blind flanges.
Note: It is not possible to hide invisible edges in

M-PROFIL; devices, cover plates and blind
flanges are “transparent”.
13.3 Fitting a blind flange from the list into the cover plate cutout
Blind flanges inserted in accordance with the procedure described in Chap. 13.2 are inserted in the
list of selected blind flanges, but not into the cutout in the cover plate. Through the procedure
specified below, you can insert a blind flange into the cutout in the cover plate, thereby displaying it
in the dimensional drawing of the distribution board.
name. Double click on the “Blind Flanges” branch (the branch is present in the tree only if a
distribution board system has already been selected). The system will check whether it is
possible to insert cover plates with cutouts for devices. If this is the case, a window with the
list of the already inserted blind flanges appears.
2. Click on the line containing the blind flange, which you want to fit into the cover plate cutout.
The blind flange may not be fitted already (must be written in red).
3. Click on the icon “Fit the selected blind flange to the cutout”.
4. The panel with the list of the selected blind flanges will be closed. The pointer will change to
a cross-hair shape. Double click in the cover plate cutout, into which you want to insert the
selected blind flange. It is possible to click on any point within the unblinded cutout.
5. The system checks whether a point within an unblinded cutout was clicked. If this is not the
case, an error message will be generated and the list of the selected blind flanges will appear
again. If everything is OK, the blind flange will be inserted into the specified cutout in such a
manner that it will be assigned to the closest device/blind flange to the left from the clicked
point. In case the blind flange laps over the specified cutout, its width will be adjusted by
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breaking off the required number of segments or by cutting away the segment with the
required width.
6. The list of the selected blind flanges appears again. The list of the selected blind flanges is
always arranged from top to bottom and from left to right; if there are two frames in the
distribution board, the left frame is shown as first; the right frame is shown as second.
Unfitted blind flanges are shown in the beginning of the list. Therefore, the position of a just
fitted blind flange can change in the list. Once fitted, the next unfitted blind flange is selected
automatically.
7. Fit all unfitted blind flanges by repeating the steps 2…6. A new blind flange to be inserted
can be added by applying the procedure described in Chap. 13.2, redundant blind flanges can
be erased by applying the procedure described in Chap. 13.5.
pressing Esc.
Before editing After editing
Selection of a point Inserting a freely cuttable blind flange in

inside the cutout to insert the specified cutout. The blind flange was
the blind flange. moved to the device on the left and its
length was adjusted.
13.4 Removing a blind flange from cover plate cutout
2. Click on the line containing the blind flange, which you want to remove from the cover plate
cutout. The blind flange must be fitted already (must be written in black) and it may not be a
break-off blind flange in the compact distribution box. It is also possible to select several
blind flanges to be removed by dragging mouse over the list or to click on the first line, press
Shift and click on the last line of the selection.
3. Click on the icon “Remove the fitted blind flange from the cutout”.
4. The blind flange will be removed from the dimensional drawing, but not from the list of the
selected blind flanges (the line will be shown in red). When the list of the selected blind
flanges is regenerated, unfitted flanges will be shown at the end of the list.
pressing Esc.
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13.5 Erasing a blind flange from the list
2. Click on the line containing the blind flange, which you want to erase. It is also possible to
select several blind flanges to be erased by dragging mouse over the list or to click on the first
line, press Shift and click on the last line of the selection.
3. Click on the icon “Erase the blind flange from the list”. The selected blind flanges
will be erased from the dimensional drawing as well as deleted from the list of the
selected blind flanges.
pressing Esc.
Notes:
• The removable blind flanges can be removed in this manner in some compact distribution
boxes.
• A removable blind flange that has once been removed from the compact distribution board
cannot be inserted again - it is necessary to insert a new compact distribution box with
identical dimensions or to blind the created space with a different blind flange.
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Cable ducts are plastic gutters closed with a cover, which are designed to lead cables in the
horizontal (horizontal duct) or vertical (vertical duct). Horizontal ducts are mounted to C-profile
rails or to special brackets. Vertical ducts are mounted to cable duct supports attached to shortened
DIN rails, or to special supports. The ducts can be cut as desired; the length can vary depending on
the mounting place. Since Moeller does not offer any cable duct product range, the database of
cable ducts can be created by the user on a continuous basis depending on which types from which
manufacturers are used by the user (similar situation as with terminal blocks, see Chap. 15.3).
Surface-mounted Profi Plus Surface-mounted Profi Plus Surface-mounted Profi Plus
distribution board. distribution board. Preparation for distribution board. Horizontal and
Horizontal and vertical cable horizontal cable ducts (mounted to C vertical cable ducts.
ducts mounted to the rear frame profiles) and vertical cable ducts
using a BPZ-CDB fixing (mounted next to shortened DIN rail
support. to KKW cable duct angles).
14.1 Working with the cable ducts database
next to the distribution board name. Double click on the “Cable
Ducts” branch (the branch is present in the tree only if the Profi
XVTL distribution board with Profi Plus adapter is present.
If this is the case, a window with the list of the already
inserted cable ducts appears.
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3. Click on the icon “Insert cable duct”.

4. A dialogue panel appears allowing you to operate in the cable duct database. Working with
the cable duct database is very similar to working with the database of third-party devices
(see Chap. 15.2).
Sort data tables according to various criteria (description, type, ...)

Copy the currently selected line from the data table to clipboard.
Paste the data line from the clipboard into
the data table behind the selected line.
Delete the selected data line from the database.
Edit the selected data line (change in data).

Insert a new data line in the database to
the selected branch.
Add a new branch in the database tree. The new branch will be inserted
behind the selected branch and can be at the same or lower level.
Edit the description of the selected database branch.
Delete the selected branch from database; all data included in
the branch will be destroyed as well by this deletion.
Select the cable duct type from the tree of

options. Tree operation: Data table of the specific Selected component;
double click on a branch = roll down/up types of cable ducts in the actions of other buttons
click one on a branch = select the branch given branch. relate to this component.
Display all data from the

database about the
selected component.
performed insertion of the
component in the list.
Edit the database of

third-party cable ducts,
see figure at the
previous page.
End you work with the
Insert the selected cable duct Insert the selected cable cable duct database.
vertically in the distribution board. duct horizontally in the
distribution board.
Drag the window edges

to change its size.
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3a. Creating a new branch in the database tree: The procedure is completely identical to the one
applied with the database of third-party equipment, see Chap. 15.2.1 item 3a.
3b. Renaming a branch in the database tree: The procedure is completely identical to the one
applied with the database of third-party equipment, see Chap. 15.2.1 item 3b.
3c. Deleting a branch in the database tree: The procedure is completely identical to the one
applied with the database of third-party equipment, see Chap. 15.2.1 item 3c.
4a. Inserting a new cable duct in the database to a given branch:
a) Select the branch in the database tree, to which you want to insert the desired component.
In case this branch does not exist, you need to create it by following the instructions
provided under 3a. It is advisable for this branch to be the end branch of the tree, but it is
not a must.
b) Click on the Add button in the Data Table Editing group. A dialogue panel will open, in
which you enter all required data defining the component:
Cable duct dimensions, other dimensions than those specified

here cannot be inserted in the Profi Plus distribution boards.
One cable duct segment in the distribution board cannot be longer than the
value specified here. When the breakdown list is generated, the length of
the individual segments of the same type will be added together and the
quantity of the maximum length segments will be determined.
Whether the cable duct has cutouts for cable branch s – see figure.
Definition of cable duct

dimensions, click on the
picture to enlarge it.
Catalogue price for one piece of the component (to calculate the total
project price). The price specified here will not be adjusted any further.
Type according to the manufacturer (max. 20 characters). It is used for identification
of the device and for the duplicity test. It must be unique within the entire database !!
Cable duct description - text, which will appear in the breakdown list of
components (type, basic parameters, manufacturer, ...), max. 50 characters.
c) Close the dialogue panel by clicking OK. The new component will be added to the end of
the data table.
4b. Inserting a new component in the database to a given branch by copying an existing
component: The procedure is completely identical to the one applied with the database of
third-party equipment, see Chap. 15.2.1 item 4b.
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4c. Editing the data of an existing cable duct in the database:
a) Select the branch in the database tree where the component is located, which you want to edit.
b) Select the component to be edited in the data table.
c) Click on the Edit button in the Data Table Editing group. The same dialogue will appear
as the one opening when defining a new component (see procedure under item 4a), with
the current data about the edited component being pre-filled in the particular fields. These
fields can be edited in any desired way. Edit the data. Close the dialogue panel by clicking
OK. The data will be recorded in the database. CAUTION: the data concerned will be
changed in the database; however, the data in the already inserted pieces used in
distribution board will not be edited!
4d. Deleting a cable duct from the database:
a) Select the branch in the database tree where the component is located, which you want to delete.
b) Select the component in the data table, which you want to delete.
c) Click on the Delete button in the Data Table Editing group. The system will ask you
whether you are sure you want to delete the selected component from the database. If you
confirm the deletion, the component will be deleted from the database (CAUTION - it will
not be deleted from the list of cable ducts selected for this distribution board!!)
4e. Sorting currently displayed database table. The procedure is completely identical to the one
applied with the database of third-party equipment, see Chap. 15.2.1 item 4e.
5. Click Close to exit your work with the cable duct database.
Note: Data files of the user-defined database of cable ducts are located in the
\DATA\VLASTNI\KKAN directory. We strongly recommend you to make a backup of this
directory as not to lose the definitions in case of any system failure. For backup of the entire M-
PROFIL system installation see Chap. 2.4.
14.2 Inserting a horizontal cable duct from the database in the distribution board
next to the distribution board name. Double click on the “Cable
Ducts” branch (the branch is present in the tree only if the Profi
XVTL distribution board with Profi Plus adapter is present.
If this is the case, a window with the list of the already
3. Click on the icon “Insert cable duct”.
4. A dialogue panel appears allowing you to work with the cable duct database. Set the branch in
the database tree where the desired group of cable ducts is located (database tree operation is
identical to the one used with the database of devices, for more details see Chap. 15.1). In
case this branch does not exist, you need to create it (see Chap. 14.1).
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5. Select the cable duct, which you want to insert, in the data table. Only the main information is
shown in the data table. If you want to see all information, click on the Details button below
the data table. In case the cable duct does not exist yet, it must be inserted into the database
(see Chap. 14.1).
6. Click Insert horizontally.
• If the edited distribution board is a Profi Plus (surface or floor mounted), or XVTL (with
rear Profi Plus adapter), the following dialogue panel appears:
Bulk insertion of a group of cable ducts
mounted to BPZ-CDB fixing support (fixing
supports and reinforcing C profiles, as
appropriate, are ordered automatically).
Cable duct to be shortened left and

right – in order to create space for a
vertical cable duct. If no shortening is
defined, the cable duct will run across
the entire distribution board.
The cable duct will be mounted to C profile.

The same procedure as with flush-mounted
Profi Plus distribution boards – see below.
• Enter the required number of horizontal cable ducts, the height of the first cable duct
and the distance between cable ducts (the default values are determined automatically
based on the number of mounting rails).
• Enter the cable duct shortening left and right. If no shortening is defined, the cable duct
will run across the entire distribution board.
• Click OK. The selected duct will be inserted in the list and displayed in the distribution
board dimensional drawing. If the inserted cable duct is not displayed in the
dimensional drawing, please check whether the distribution board frame component
view is enabled (see Chap. 5.10).
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Horizontal cable duct under DIN

rail mounted to a BPZ-CDB fixing
support (reinforced with C profile
for widths of 600 and more).
Supports and reinforcing C
profiles, as appropriate, are
ordered automatically.
Shortening right – space

for vertical cable duct
Shortening left – space for

vertical cable duct
• If the edited distribution board is a Profi Plus (flush mounted), or XVTL (with a front Profi
Plus adapter only), a dialogue panel appears with a list of C profiles, which have a suitable
depth to mount the selected cable duct and are not occupied by any duct yet (every rail
may contain one cable duct only). If no suitable rail is available, an error message is
generated.
Identification of the frame, to which
the rail is mounted, L-left, R-right.
Rail height on the frame, distance
between the rail center and frame
bottom.
Rail depth in the side wall, for

explanation of the rail depth coding
see Chap. 10.
Cable duct to be shortened left and

right – in order to create space for a
vertical cable duct. If no shortening is
defined, the cable duct will run across
the entire distribution board.
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• Select the rail where you want to mount the cable duct.
• Specify how much the cable duct should be shortened at the left and at the right. If no
shortening is defined, the cable duct will run across the entire distribution board.
• Click OK. The selected duct will be inserted in the list and displayed in the distribution
board dimensional drawing. If the inserted cable duct is not displayed in the dimensional
drawing, please check whether the distribution board frame component view is enabled
5.10).
Horizontal cable duct mounted to

a C profile (the C profile must be
inserted before the cable duct is
inserted).
Shortening right – space

for vertical cable duct
Shortening left – space for

vertical cable duct
14.3 Inserting a vertical cable duct from the database in the distribution board
next to the distribution board name. Double click on the Cable
Ducts branch (the branch is present in the tree only if the Profi Plus
or XVTL distribution board system was selected for the given
2. The system will check whether a Profi Plus distribution board
or an XVTL distribution board with Profi Plus adapter is
present. If this is the case, a window with the list of the
already inserted cable ducts appears.
3. Click on the icon Insert cable duct.
4. A dialogue panel appears allowing you to work with the cable duct database. Set the branch in
the database tree where the desired group of cable ducts is located (database tree operation is
identical to the one used with the database of devices, for more details see Chap. 15.1). In
case this branch does not exist, you need to create it (see Chap. 14.1).
5. Select the cable duct, which you want to insert, in the data table. Only the main information is
shown in the data table. If you want to see all information, click on the Details button below
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the data table. In case the cable duct does not exist yet, it must be inserted into the database
(see Chap. 14.1).
6. Click Insert vertically. A dialogue panel appears, showing a list of mounting rails, which are
suitable to mount the selected cable duct and are not crossed by any vertical cable duct. If no
suitable rail is available, an error message is generated.
Identification of the frame, to which

the rail is mounted L-left, R-right.
Rail height on the frame, distance
between the rail center and frame
bottom.
Rail depth in the side wall, for
explanation of the rail depth coding
see Chap. 10.
List of suitable rails, where the
vertical duct can start.
List of suitable rails, where the

vertical duct can end.
7. Select the position of the cable duct on the distribution board frame: left, or right.
8. Select the mounting method: either to shortened DIN rails using a KKW cable duct angle or to
BPZ-CDB fastening support (this option is offered only for Profi Plus distribution boards
(surface or floor mounted) and for XVTL distribution boards (with rear Profi Plus adapter)).
The offered range of suitable mounting rails is adjusted according to the mounting method
selected.
9. Select two different rails, between which the vertical cable duct will be mounted, and click
OK. The selected duct will be inserted in the list and will appear in the dimensional drawing
of the distribution board. If the inserted duct is not displayed in the dimensional drawing,
please check whether the distribution board frame component view is enabled (see Chap.
5.10).
The list of the inserted cable ducts is always sorted from top to
bottom; first the vertical cable ducts, then the horizontal ones;
Insert cable duct. if there are two frames in the distribution board, the left frame
Erase cable duct. is first, then the right one.
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Identification of rails, on which the cable duct is mounted (vertical - 2 rails,

horizontal - 1 rail); rail height, frame identification: [L] - left, [R] – right.
Method of cable duct mounting:

VER – vertically [L] - left, [R] - right, HOR - horizontally.
Cable duct segment length. When the breakdown list is generated, the length of
the individual segments of the same type will be added together and the quantity
of the maximum length segments will be determined.
Depiction of cable ducts in the dimensional drawing (here surface mounted Profi Plus distribution
board):
Horizontal cable duct.
Vertical cable duct right
Vertical cable duct left
Note: M-PROFIL does not offer

the option to hide invisible
edges; the devices, cover plates
and blinds are “transparent”.
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14.4 Erasing a cable duct
name. Double click on the “Cable Ducts” branch (the branch is present in the tree only if the
Profi Plus or XVTL distribution board system was selected for the given distribution board).
2. The system will check whether a Profi Plus distribution board or an XVTL distribution board
with Profi Plus adapter is present. If this is the case, a window with the list of the already
3. Click on the line containing the cable duct, which you want to erase.
4. Click on the icon “Erase cable duct”. The selected cable duct will be deleted from the
list of the inserted cable ducts and the dimensional drawing will be repainted
accordingly. The pointed will be set to the previous duct. Click on the icon “Erase cable
duct” repeatedly to delete all ducts from the list.
5. Close the window with the list of cable ducts by clicking on the X in the upper right corner of
the window or by pressing Esc.
Tip: If you click with your right mouse button in the list of the cable ducts, a context menu will
appear allowing you to make a quick function selection (erase, insert) and to apply it to the selected
line.
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The following rules apply in the M-PROFIL system when you fit devices:
1. The devices are selected from fixed databases supplied with the system (Moeller devices) on
one hand, and from the user-defined databases created continuously by the user, on the other
hand.
2. Devices from the databases are inserted in the list of the selected devices. A continuous test of
how the devices are fitted on the distribution board rails is carried out simultaneously
(provided the distribution board has already been defined). This continuous test is based on
comparing the number of modules (1 module = 17.5 mm), which are available on the
distribution board rails, with the number of modules, which are occupied by the so-far
selected devices.
3. The selected devices can be fitted on the distribution board rails at any moment (provided the
distribution board has already been defined). All mechanical relations are taken into account
during this procedure (mounting rail type, installation depth, …).
4. The list of the already selected devices can be modified in any manner (add/remove devices,
change the quantities, …).
15.1 Database of Moeller devices
The database of devices is a set comprising installation devices (formerly F&G devices), devices
for industrial applications (power circuit protection, contactors, automation, etc.) and Xcomfort
modular devices that are included in the catalogues for individual countries for the current year. The
database always contains the current offer. Items that are not included in the offer (devices and
accessories of other manufacturers, terminal blocks, etc.) are to be inserted from the user-defined
databases that are created and filled with data by the user (see Chap. 15.2, 15.3).
The devices are divided into logical groups and subgroups according to their function and
properties and are arranged into a tree structure database. The following is included in database for
every device:
• Information about the device - electrical, mechanical, in the scope of the catalogue sheets,
• Device dimensions (picture with dimension figures),
• Device photo
• Front view of the device, which will then be inserted/fitted on the distribution board rails,
• Electric wiring diagram,
• Link to the price list - determination of the device catalogue price,
• Link to the particular components in case of a set (assembly).
The principle of component search in the database is explained in the following example: You need
to find the device: Residual current device resistant to impulse current of 250 A, 4-pole type, rated
current In=25 A, rated residual current Idn=0.1 A.
next to the distribution board name. Double click on the “Devices”
branch (this branch is always present in the tree). A window with
the list of the already inserted devices appears.
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2. Click on the Database of Installation Devices icon.

• Note: In the event that an Xcomfort device or a device for an industrial
application is required, click on the icon of the respective database. The further
procedure is identical.
3. A dialogue panel opens up for operations with the database of installation devices.
The required device type is to be found out in the tree structure of the database. The
rules for moving along the tree are the same as for the directory tree of Windows Explorer:
• An item beginning with the “+” sign is rolled up (it includes additional sub-branches,
which are not shown). To roll down the item menu (and to view its sub-branches), double
click on the respective item (or click on the “+” sign).
• An item beginning with the “-” sign is rolled down (all its sub-branches are shown on the
screen). To roll up the item menu double click the respective item (or click on the “-” sign).
• Click on any branch once to view more detailed information about the branch in the
items on the right side from the tree.
Now you want to find your device - the residual current device (resistant to impulse current of 250
A, 4-pole type, rated current In=25 A, rated residual current Idn=0.1 A):
• Double click on branch “Residual current devices up to 80A, PF7 series” - tree will roll down.
• Double click on the branch “Impact resistance Ir=250 A, AC type” - the tree will roll down.
• Click once on the “Residual current device Ir=250A, AC type, 4-pole” branch - now you are
already located on the end sub-branch of the tree and the table of the available devices
appears. The figures at the top right part show a view of the device including its
dimensions, a photo and the wiring diagram.
Illustrative photo of the device.
Select device type from the tree of options. Click on the picture to enlarge it.
Selected branch (end branch in of Dimensional drawing. Click
the database); information on the on this picture to enlarge it.
right relate to this branch Wiring diagram. Click on
the picture to enlarge it.
Table of specific device
types in the given branch.
Click on the Info button to
view legend with explanation
of abbreviations used in the
table header.
Selected component;
actions of other buttons
relate to this component.
Display all data about the
selected component.
Search component by type
Information
designation or order number
about insertion.
(see Chap. 17).
Price of the selected
Information about the selected
Activation of the accessories branch of the database tree
database explorer (see Chap. 16.1). from the catalogue sheet.
Drag the windows Exit working with the database.
edges to change its Quantity of the selected device,
Insert the specified quantity of the selected
size. which is to be inserted in the list.
device in the list of the selected devices.
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• Click on the photo, the picture with the device or the diagram to enlarge it and to be able
to read the texts better. Click OK to reduce the figure again.
• If you do not know what the data and abbreviations in the table header mean, click Info.
A dialogue panel will open showing you information about the device (catalogue sheet)
including a legend for the abbreviations.
4. Click on the line where In=25 (rated current in A) and Idn=0.01 (rated residual current in A).
For such selected device it is possible to:
• Determine its price after clicking on the Price button:
Settings of discounts and

surcharges for the individual
component groups see Chap. 21.5.
• Find out more detailed information about it from the catalogue sheet after clicking on the
Info button:
Legend with explanation of

abbreviations used in the table header.
Description of device (or

device group) properties from
the catalogue sheet.
You can obtain a description of general properties applicable jointly for the whole group by
clicking first on the superior branch (in your case the “Residual current devices up to 80A, PF7
series” branch) and then the Info button.
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• Display all data from the database, which are available for the selected device, after
clicking on the Details button:
All database information

about the device.
Click on the picture to

enlarge it.
Information from the

catalogue sheet.
• Insert the number of pieces of the device in the list of the selected devices. The number
of pieces is set in the Quantity field in the bottom part of the dialogue panel. The device
with the required quantity will be inserted in the list after you click on the “Insert in
List” button.
5. Set the Quantity field to 1 and click on the “Insert in List” button
6. A dialogue panel will open, in which you enter the tag for the inserted devices. The tag is
composed of some text and number, such as FI1. In case you are inserting several pieces of
the device, the number will be increased step by step by the Numbering Interval.
• Click on the “Add Tags” button (or press Enter) to insert the device in the list and to
associate the specified tag with this device. The tag can be modified at a later point in time.
• Click on the “WITHOUT Tags” button (or press Esc) to insert the device in the list
without any tag. The tag can be added at a later point in time.
• Note: The entry of tags can be overridden permanently by means of the Options function
(see Chap. 26.5).
Tag settings for the inserted devices.
It is useful only when more than one piece of a

device is inserted. All inserted pieces will be
marked consecutively as FI1, FI2, ...
No tag will be attached to the inserted device. The tag can be

added at any later point in time through a separate function.
The specified tag will be attached to the component.
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7. Double click on the branch “Residual current devices up to 80A, PF7 series” - the tree behind the
branch will roll up and will be restored to the original state.
8. If you want to add some accessories to the device, which will not be fitted on the rail (such as
auxiliary contacts installed inside the device or lever lock etc.), click on the Accessories
button, thus activating the accessories database explorer (see Chap. 17.1). These accessories
have no connection to the currently inserted device and its editing will not result in any
modification of these accessories. This list of accessories selected in this manner can be
edited under the Accessories branch (see Chap. 17.3, 17.4).
9. Repeat steps 3 - 6 until you insert all required devices in the list. Move the database window
to view continuously updated information about the contents of the list of the selected
devices.
10. Click Close to finish you work with the database and exit.
11. Close the window with the list of the selected devices by clicking on the X in the right corner
or by pressing Esc.
Tip for experienced designers: If you are familiar with the offered devices of Moeller and it is
quicker and more comfortable for you to search a device based on the type designation (rather than
based on its properties), use the Search button (see Chap. 18).
Note: If there is a distribution board already, the continuous fitting test is carried out automatically
when the device is inserted in the list. By means of the Device AutoFit function (Chap. 15.11.1), it
is possible to fit the devices on the distribution board rails All relations and connections are taken
into account during this procedure.
15.1.1 Command and signalling devices fitted on the door
The command and signalling devices represent a specific category of devices:
• Every device is constituted as an assembly of a number of partial components (control heads,

plate, contact module, …).
• The devices are fitted on the distribution board door.
For these reasons, the command and signalling devices are inserted through a separate function.
to the distribution board name. Double click on the “Devices”
branch (this branch is always present in the tree). A window with the
list of the already inserted devices appears.
2. Click on the icon Command and signalling devices fitted on
the door. A dialogue panel will open, in which you specify
the device.
3. Select the Device type from the list of the available types (such as “Push button, flush mounted,
complete"). The device type determines the dimensions and appearance of the control element
as well as the categories, from which the individual components can be selected. The
accessibility of buttons for the individual categories will be set accordingly (Heads, Contact
modules, …).
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The device type determines

the dimensions and
appearance of the control
element and the categories,
from which the components
can be selected.
Individual component
categories. Click on the
button to view the list of
possible components in
the given category. Only
categories suitable for the
given component type are
enabled.
List of selected components

for the selected type of
device (list of assembly
components).
Erase the selected

component from the list.
Quantity (= total number of assemblies) of the device, which

is to be inserted in the list of the selected devices.
4. Specify the individual components forming the assembly.

• Click on the Head button. A dialogue panel will subsequently open, in which you select
the required component in the list of those available. Then click Insert. The component
will be inserted in the assembly (if you drag the dialogue panel aside, you can check the
list of components). Tip: double click on the respective line to insert the selected
component quickly.
Category name
List of components in
the selected category.
Dimensions of the
dialogue panel can be
adjusted by dragging
its edges.
Insert the selected component in the assembly Close the dialogue panel
(also double click on the selected line). (also press Esc).
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• Insert all required components from this category. Click Close to close the dialogue
panel (or press Esc).
• Similarly insert components from other available categories (Contact modules, Plates,
Keypad panels, …). Only categories suitable for the given component type are enabled.
• Caution: the program does not check for suitability, completeness, quantity or mutual
interactions of the individual components !! Several components can be selected from
each category, some of them can be inserted more times - such as contact modules; in
other categories it may happen that no component will be inserted. The user is
responsible for logical correctness of the design.
• The full range of all elements is available on the Accessories branch (see Chap. 17);
there is no link between the components inserted on the accessories branch and these
components cannot be fitted on the distribution board door.
• An already selected component can be deleted from the list after clicking on Erase.
5. Set the Number of inserted pieces (= total number of assemblies) of the device, which is to
be inserted in the list of the selected devices.
6. Click OK. A dialogue panel will then open, in which you enter the tag for the inserted
devices. The tag is composed of some text and number, such as TA1. In case you are
inserting several pieces of the device, the number will be increased step by step by the
Numbering Interval.
• Click on the “Add Tags” button (or press Enter) to insert the device in the list and to
associate the specified tag with this device. The tag can be modified at a later point in
time.
• Click on the “WITHOUT Tags” button (or press Esc) to insert the device in the list
without any tag. The tag can be added at a later point in time.
• Note: The entry of tags can be overridden permanently by means of the Options function
(see Chap. 26.5).
7. Activate this function repeatedly to insert all the required components.

8. The individual components of an existing assembly can be modified afterwards by
means of the icon “Modify assembly of command and signalling element”.
15.2 Database of third-party devices (devices from other manufacturers)
Devices, which are not found in the database (primarily devices from other manufacturers), are
called Third-party devices. All data, which are otherwise included in the database (dimensions,
rail, description, …) must be specified by the user for these devices. Thereafter it is possible to
insert such a device in the list of the selected devices. Such a device has the same properties as any
other Moeller device with the only difference that it does not have any order number and its price is
entered directly by the user (it is not taken over from the pricelist). Step by step, the user creates a
database of third-party devices, which remains the same regardless of the currently edited
distribution board.
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15.2.1 Working with the database of third-party devices and defining a new device
branch (this branch is always present in the tree). A window with the
list of the already inserted devices appears.
2. Click on the icon “Database of third-party equipment”.
3. A dialogue panel appears allowing you to work with the third-party device database. Again,
the database has a tree structure. For a detailed description of the database tree operation see
Chap. 15.1. Both the tree as well as data in every branch can be edited in any desired way
(contrary to the database of Moeller devices, which cannot be modified by the user). Working
with the database is similar to the tree of directories in the Windows Explorer. The following
analogies apply here:
• Tree branch = directory (folder);
• Arbitrary number of data = third-party devices = files can be saved in every branch.
Before you start to fill the database of the third-party devices, we advise you to think over its
structure very carefully. The following principles apply:
• Devices of the same type and same properties should be included in a single branch.
• Do not mix different types of devices within one branch (such as circuit breakers and
residual current protective devices).
• When defining the database tree, it is advisable to look for inspiration in the Moeller
device database tree (see Chap. 15.1).
• The database tree can have the maximum of 10 branches.
• The user database includes no graphics, it is not possible to attach any drawing, etc.
Database tree. Tree operation: Data table of the specific types of devices in
double click on a branch = roll down/up the given branch. The data table header
click one on a branch = select the branch cannot be changed; click on the Details
Selected branch; information on button to display all data about the device.
the right relates to this branch.
Selected component;
Display all data from
the database about the
selected component.
Function for insertion of the

selected device in the list see
Chap. 15.2.2.
Information about insertion
Functions for editing of the
database of third-party
devices, for description see
below.
Drag the windows edges to End your work with the database
change its size. of third-party devices.
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Sort data table according to various criteria (description, type, ...).
Paste the data line from the clipboard into
the data table behind the selected line.

Insert a new data line in the database
to the selected branch.
Insert a new branch in the database tree. The new branch will be inserted
Delete the selected branch from database; all data included in
the branch will be destroyed as well by this deletion.
3a. Creating a new branch in the database tree:

Devices Example 1
E.g. you need to add different (sub)branches to
the “Devices - example 1” branch in order to Residual current devices
obtain a tree with the configuration as shown Circuit-breakers
in the figure. Switch disconnectors
New
Nominal current up to 64 A branches
a) First of all, you create the “Switch- Nominal current up to 120 A
disconnectors” branch, which is on the same
level as the “Circuit-breakers”. Double click Devices Example 2
on the “Devices - example 1” branch to roll down the tree. Select the “Circuit-breakers”
branch (one click) - newly created branches are always inserted behind (under) the
currently selected branch.
b) Click on the Add button in the Tree Editing group. A dialogue panel will open, in which
you type the name of the new branch (i.e. “Switch-disconnectors” and set the level of the
new inserted branch to Same (= the same level as the currently selected branch):
Name (description) of the new inserted

branch, any text max. 50 characters.
Level of the new inserted branch with

respect to the currently selected branch.
Close the dialogue panel by clicking OK. The new branch will be inserted.
c) Now add the “Nominal current …” sub-branches, which are on the level being one lower.
Select the newly inserted “Switch-disconnectors” branch (one click).
d) Click on the Add button in the Tree Editing group. A dialogue panel will open, in which
you type the name of the new branch (i.e. “Nominal current up to 64 A” and set the level of
the new inserted branch to One lower (= another/lower level behind the currently selected
branch). Close the dialogue panel by clicking OK. The new branch will be inserted.
e) Select the newly inserted “Nominal current up to 64 A” branch (one click).
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f) Click on the Add button in the Tree Editing group. A dialogue panel will open, in which
you type the name of the new branch (i.e. “Nominal current up to 120 A” and set the level of
the new inserted branch to Same (= the same level as the currently selected branch). Close
the dialogue panel by clicking OK. The new branch will be inserted.
3b. Renaming a branch in the database tree: You need to rename the “Devices - example 1” branch
to “Switching devices”:
a) Select the branch in the database tree, the name of which you want to change.
b) Click on the Edit button in the Tree Editing group. A dialogue panel will open, in which
you type the new name of the branch. Close the dialogue panel by clicking OK. The
branch will be renamed. Note: the branch level cannot be modified by editing, the branch
must be deleted and created again at the new desired level.
3c. Deleting a branch in the database tree: E.g. you need to delete the “Devices - Example 2”
branch including all its sub-branches and including all data contained in the branch and the
sub-branches.
a) Select the branch in the database tree, which you want to delete.
b) Click on the Delete button in the Tree Editing group. Due to the irreversible nature of the
performed operation, the system asks:
If you answer by clicking Yes, the selected branch will be deleted including all its sub-
branches and including all data contained in the branch and the sub-branches. The effect of
this operation cannot be undone in any manner.
4a. Inserting a new device in the database to a given branch: E.g. you need to add the device “S-
series switch-disconnector, 3+N pole, In=40 A, S40/3+N type” in the “Switch-disconnectors” -
“Nominal current up to 63 A” branch.
a) Select the branch in the database tree, to which you want to insert the desired device. In
case this branch does not exist, you need to create it by following the instructions provided
under 3a. It is advisable for this branch to be the end branch of the tree, but it is not a must.
which you enter all required data defining the device (the default values correspond to the
typical 1-pole low-voltage circuit-breaker):
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Device dimensions, for

geometric meaning see
picture on the right.
Definition of dimensions for
third-party device, click on
the image to enlarge it.
Device description - text,
which will appear in the
breakdown list of
components (type, basic
parameters, manufacturer,
...), max. 50 characters.
Type according to the
Power lose – heat emitted from the device at the rated manufacturer (max. 20
current. Will be used to calculate the temperature rise characters). It is used for
in the distribution boards (see Chap. 19). identification of the device
and for the duplicity test. It
Catalogue price for one piece of the device (to must be unique within the
calculate the total project price). The price entire database.
specified here will not be adjusted any further.
c) Close the dialogue panel by clicking OK. The new device will be added to the end of the
data table.
4b. Inserting a new device in the database to a given branch by copying an existing device: E.g.
you need to add another device “S-series switch-disconnector, 3+N pole, In=63 A, S63/3+N type”
in the “Switch-disconnectors” - “Nominal current up to 64 A” branch. As you can see all device
parameters are identical with those of the device inserted in item 4a, except for the differing
nominal current.
a) Select the branch in the database tree, to which you want to insert the new device (in your
case the “Switch-disconnectors” - “Nominal current max. 63 A” branch). A list of already
defined devices will be shown in the data table.
b) Select the device in the data table, which you want to copy.
c) Click on the Copy button in the Data Table Editing group. The selected line will be
copied to clipboard.
d) Select the device in the data table, behind which you want the line copy to be inserted.
e) Click on the Paste button in the Data Table Editing group. The line will be pasted from
the clipboard into the data table behind the currently clicked line.
f) Modify the data in the selected line - see procedure described in item 4c.
4c. Modifying (editing) data of an existing device in the database: E.g. you need to modify the
copy created by the procedure under item 4b:
a) Select the branch in the database tree where the device is located, which you want to
modify.
b) Select the device in the data table, which you want to modify.
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as the one opening when defining a new device (see procedure under item 4a), with the
current data about the edited device being pre-filled in the particular fields. These fields
can be edited in any desired way. Edit the data. Close the dialogue panel by clicking OK.
The data will be recorded in the database. CAUTION: the data concerned will be changed
in the database of third-party devices, however, the data in the already inserted pieces of
the device used in distribution board will not be edited !
4d. Deleting a device from the database:
a) Select the branch in the database tree where the device is located, which you want to
delete.
b) Select the device in the data table, which you want to delete.
whether you are sure you want to delete the selected device from the database. If you
confirm the deletion, the device will be deleted from the database (CAUTION - it will not
be deleted from the list of the selected devices !!)
4e. Sorting the currently displayed database table. Sorting of the database contents can be done in
alphabetical order according to various criteria. The internal Windows algorithm is used,
which distinguishes between lower-case and upper-case letters. In lower system versions, this
algorithm sorts characters with Czech diacritics all the way to the end of the alphabet.
a) Select the branch in the database tree, which contains the data table you want to sort (the
table must include at least two devices in order for the function to make any sense.
b) Click on the Sort button in the Data Table Editing group. The system will ask you what
criterion should be used to sort the table:
c) Select the required criterion and close the dialogue panel by clicking OK. The table will be
sorted. The sorting remains saved permanently. Note: sorting of large tables can take a
longer time if performed on slower computers.
5. Click Close to finish you work with the database of third-party equipment.
Note: Data files of the user-defined database of third-party devices are located in the
\DATA\VLASTNI\CIPR directory. We strongly recommend you to make a backup of this
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15.2.2 Inserting a third-party device in the list
2. Click on the icon “Database of third-party equipment”.
3. Select the branch in the database tree where the desired group of devices is located (database
tree operation is identical to the one used with the database of devices, for more details see
Chap. 15.1). In case this branch does not exist yet, you need to create it (see Chap. 15.2.1).
4. Select the device in the data table, which you want to insert. Only the main information about
the device is shown in the data table. If you want to see all information, click on the Details
button below the data table. In case the desired device does not exist yet, it must be inserted
into the database (see Chap. 15.2.1).
Database tree. Tree operation: Data table of the specific types of devices in the given
double click on a branch = roll down/up branch. The data table header cannot be changed; click on
click one on a branch = select the branch. the Details button to display all data about the device.
Selected component;
database about the selected
component.

selected device in the list.
Information about insertion.
Drag the window edges database of third-party
to change its size. devices, see Chap. 15.2.1.
End your work with the
devices.
Quantity of the selected device, Insert the specified quantity of the selected
which is to be inserted in the list. component in the list of the selected devices.
5. Set the Quantity to the required number of pieces of the device, which you want to insert.
6. Click on the button “Insert in List”.
7. A dialogue panel will open, in which you enter the tag for the inserted devices, similarly as
when inserting Moeller devices, see Chap. 15.1, item 6. The entry of tags can be overridden
permanently by means of the Options function (see Chap. 26.5).
8. Repeat steps 3 - 7 until you insert all the required devices. Move the database window to view
continuously updated information about the contents of the list of the selected devices.
9. Click Close to finish you work with the database of third-party equipment.
or by pressing Esc.
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Note: If there is a distribution board already, a continuous fitting test is carried out automatically
is possible to fit the devices on the distribution board rails All mechanical relations are taken into
account during this procedure.
15.3 Inserting terminal blocks
Terminal blocks are special “third-party devices” having a special shape. Since the offers of
Moeller do not include terminal blocks, the terminal block database is created continuously by the
user depending on what types from which manufacturers he/she is used to employ. All required data
must be entered when entering every terminal block type in the database (dimensions, rail,
description, …). Terminal blocks from the database can be subsequently inserted in the list of the
selected devices. Such inserted device has the same properties as any other Moeller device with the
only difference that it does not have any order number and its price is entered directly by the user (it
is not taken over from the pricelist). Step by step, the user creates a database of terminal blocks,
which remains the same regardless of the currently edited distribution board.
15.3.1 Working with the terminal block database and defining new terminal blocks
2. Click on the icon “Database of terminal blocks”.
3. A dialogue panel appears allowing you to work with the terminal block database. Working
with the terminal block database is very similar to working with the database of third-party
devices (see Chap. 15.2.1)
Database tree. Tree operation:

double click on a branch = roll down/up Data table of the specific types of terminal blocks the given
click one on a branch = select the branch branch. The data table header cannot be changed; click on
Selected branch; information on the Details button to display all data about the device.
the right relate to this branch.
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Selected component;
database about the selected
component.
selected terminal block in the
list (the same effect as in the
devices) see Chap. 15.3.2.
Information about insertion
terminal-block database (the
same effect as in the
devices see Chap. 15.2.1).
terminal-block database.
Quantity of the selected terminal block,
which is to be inserted in the list. Insert the specified quantity of the selected
terminal block in the list of the selected devices.
4a. Inserting a new terminal block in the database to a given branch:

a) Select the branch in the database tree, to which you want to insert the desired device. In
case this branch does not exist, you need to create it by following the instructions provided
under 3a. It is advisable for this branch to be the end branch of the tree, but it is not a must.
which you enter all required data defining the terminal block.
Max. cross-section of the conductor, which can be connected to one terminal, in mm2.
Number of terminals in the terminal block, if it is an assembly.
Device dimensions, for geometric meaning see picture on the right.
Definition of terminal-block
dimensions, click on the
image to enlarge it.
Type of rail for mounting; if several
types are possible, a separate
component must be in the database of
devices for every type.
Device description - text, which will
appear in the breakdown list of
components (type, basic parameters,
manufacturer, ...), max. 50 characters
Type according to the manufacturer
(max. 20 characters). It is used for
Catalogue price for one piece of the device (to calculate identification of the device and for the
the total project price). The price specified here will not be duplicity test. It must be unique within
adjusted any further. the entire database !!
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c) Close the dialogue panel by clicking OK. The new device will be added to the end of the
data table.
4b. Inserting a new terminal block in the database to a given branch by copying an existing
terminal block: The procedure is completely identical to the one applied with the database of
4c. Editing data for an already existing terminal block in the database:
a) Select the branch in the database tree where the terminal block is located, which you want
to edit.
b) Select the terminal block in the data table, which you want to edit.
as the one opening when defining a new terminal block (see procedure under item 4a),
with the current data about the edited terminal block being pre-filled in the particular
fields. These fields can be edited in any desired way. Edit the data. Close the dialogue
panel by clicking OK. The data will be recorded in the database. CAUTION: the data
concerned will be changed in the terminal block database, however, the data in the already
inserted pieces of the terminal block used in distribution board will not be edited !
4d. Deleting a terminal block from the database:
a) Select the branch in the database tree where the terminal block is located, which you want
to delete.
b) Select the terminal block in the data table, which you want to delete.
whether you are sure you want to delete the selected terminal block from the database. If
you confirm the deletion, the terminal block will be deleted from the database (CAUTION
- it will not be deleted from the list of the selected devices or rails !!)
4e. Sorting the currently displayed database table. Sorting of the database contents can be done in
alphabetical order according to various criteria. The internal Windows algorithm is used,
which distinguishes between lower-case and upper-case letters. In lower system versions, this
algorithm sorts characters with Czech diacritics all the way to the end of the alphabet.
a) Select the branch in the database tree, which contains the data table you want to sort (the
table must include at least two terminal blocks if the function is to make any sense).
b) Click on the Sort button in the Data Table Editing group. The system will ask you what
criterion should be used to sort the table:
Alphabetical sorting by the

specified criterion.
Sorting by the specified

numerical values.
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c) Select the required criterion and close the dialogue panel by clicking OK. The table will be
sorted. The sorting remains saved permanently. Note: sorting of large tables can take a
longer time if performed on slower computers.
5. Click Close to finish you work with the terminal block database and exit.
Note: Data files of the user-defined database of terminal blocks are located in the
\DATA\VLASTNI\SVORK directory. We strongly recommend you to make a backup of this
directory as not to lose the definitions in case of any system failure. For backup of the entire
M-PROFIL system installation see Chap. 2.3.
15.3.2 Inserting a selected predefined terminal block in the list
2. Click on the icon “Database of terminal blocks”.
3. Select the branch in the database tree where the desired group of terminal blocks is located
(database tree operation is identical to the one used with the database of Moeller devices, for
more details see Chap. 15.1). In case this branch does not exist yet, you need to create it (see
Chap. 15.3.1).
4. Select the terminal block, which you want to insert, in the data table. Only the main
information about the terminal block is shown in the data table. If you want to see all
information, click on the Details button below the data table. In case the terminal block does
not exist yet, it must be inserted into the database (see Chap. 15.3.1).
5. Set the Quantity to the required number of pieces of the terminal block, which you want to
insert.
6. Click on the button “Insert in List”.
7. A dialogue panel will open, in which you enter the tag for the inserted devices, similarly as
when inserting Moeller devices, see Chap. 15.1, item 6. The entry of tags can be overridden
permanently by means of the Options function (see Chap. 26.5).
8. Repeat steps 3 - 7 until you insert all the required devices. Move the database window to view
continuously updated information about the contents of the list of the selected devices.
9. Click Close to finish you work with the terminal block database and exit.
or by pressing Esc.
Note: If there is a distribution board already, a continuous fitting test is carried out automatically
is possible to fit the devices on the distribution board rails All mechanical relations are taken into
account during this procedure. The terminal blocks will always be fitted on rail if the mounting
depth of the rail exceeds the installation depth of the device - therefore, the devices are not tested
for being “sunk” under the cover plate.
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15.4 Inserting N/PE terminals (connecting and branching sleeves)
Connecting and branching sleeves are designed to connect N and PE wires or to branch the
individual cases, as the case may be. The Moeller offer includes, in addition to full assemblies, a
number of partial components allowing you to put together various alternatives of connecting and
branching sleeves. It is possible to select the particular alternatives from the database having the
tree structure (similarly as devices) and to insert them in the list of selected devices. In case of
assemblies, the system automatically searches for the required parts for the purposes of the
breakdown list generated at a later point in time. It must be kept in mind that, in most cases, the
sleeves are already an integral part of the box in compact distribution boxes. Connecting sleeves
from other manufacturers must be defined and inserted as third-party devices (for more details see
Chap. 15.2.1).
2. Click on the icon “Database of N/PE terminals (connecting
sleeves)”.
3. A dialogue panel appears allowing you to work with the database of connecting sleeves.
Operations in this panel are completely identical with those performed in the Moeller device
database (see Chap. 15.1).
N/PE terminal block

(connecting sleeve) as
an assembly of partial
components.
Note: The connecting sleeves will always be fitted on rail if the mounting depth of the rail exceeds
the installation depth of the device - therefore, the devices are not tested for being “sunk” under the
cover plate.
15.5 Loading the list of devices and accessories from a wiring diagram
A list of selected devices to be fitted into a distribution board can be created by loading from a data
file. This file can be generated by scheme drawing programs (at present e.g. by ElproCAD from
Astra92 a.s. Zlín, Czech Republic), ordering systems, or manually using Microsoft Excel. When
you load such file, it is no longer necessary to select the devices from the database. Once the
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loading is completed, it is possible to add more components to the list or to adjust the list and use it
as the starting point for a distribution board design.
1. Draw a distribution board wiring diagram in a suitable program allowing you to export data to
M-PROFIL (such as in ElproCAD from Astra92 a.s. Zlín, Czech Republic), or create a list of
devices and accessories in another manner (for data file structure see Chap. 15.5.1). If you use
ElproCAD, perform the following operations (for more details see ElproCAD, Reference
Manual):
• Draw a wiring diagram. The device type must be assigned to every component. These do
not have to include only Moeller devices, it is possible to use devices from any
manufacturer.
• Put numbers to the individual wiring diagram components
(the function xela-numbering).
• Divide the wiring diagram to the particular distribution board sections
(the function xela-set-pole).
• Create a transfer file to be imported to M-PROFIL
(the function export_devices).
This function is available in ElproCAD version 2.7.2 and higher – please contact the
program supplier – the company Astra92 a.s. Zlín, Czech Republic – concerning the
implementation of this function into your installation.
2. Start up M-PROFIL. Select the distribution board, into which you want to import the list of
devices, as the current one – click on the name of the distribution board in the project
structure tree.
3. Roll down the project structure tree by clicking on the “+” sign next to
the distribution board name. Double click on the “Devices” branch. A
window with the list of the already inserted devices appears.
4. Click on the “Import from wiring diagram” icon.
5. If the list of devices and accessories already contains some
previously selected components, the following informative message will appear:
Clicking on the “Yes” button to continue in the function means that the lists of devices and
accessories will be deleted and filled with the imported components.
6. A dialogue panel will subsequently open – similar to the Open function (see Chap. 26.2), in
which you enter the directory (folder) and the name of the data file for import. The files have
a standard CSV extension. A demonstration example of the processed file, which can be used
to test the function Demo-ImportDevices-ResourceFile.csv, is also located in the
directory ...\DEMO. The following dialogue panel appears:
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Name of the data file including the

path, from which the list of devices
Instructions for the user
and accessories is loaded.
on how to proceed.
List of distribution board sections in
the imported file. Select one section To select a different data file with the
to be imported into the currently list of devices and accessories for
edited distribution board. import in the dialogue panel.
Click on the header to

arrange the data file
according to the
content of the
respective column.
A context menu
appearing after you
click with the right
mouse button on the
data line.
Double click on the

data line to switch to
Drag the window edges the editing mode.
to change the dialogue
panel dimensions.
Lines marked in blue color in the “Type”
column – the length of description or type
designation of such selected device is not
suitable, or no mounting depth is entered.
Lines marked in red color – some geometric parameters of
such components are missing, or it is not clear whether the
components are devices are accessories.
7. From the list of the distribution board sections, select one section whose devices and
accessories should be imported to the currently edited distribution board. The wiring diagram
typically contains devices from several distribution board sections. All distribution board
sections are then exported at once in a single data file. The division of the scheme into the
individual distribution board sections (i.e. determination of the devices, which will be located
in the particular sections and how the particular sections will be marked) must be carried out
in a program designed for diagram drawings prior to the data file generation.
8. The list of devices and accessories for import is shown in the bottom part of the dialogue
panel.
• Lines marked in red color – components, for which some geometric parameters are
missing or for which it is not clear whether it is a device (component to be fitted into the
distribution board, taking space on the rails) or an accessory (component included in the
breakdown list, cannot be fitted into the distribution board, does not take space on the
rails); components marked in this way cannot be correctly imported to M-PROFIL until
the missing data are added. Double click on the relevant line and edit the parameters.
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• Lines marked in blue color in the “Type” and “Manufacturer” columns - the length of
description or type designation of such selected device is not suitable, or no mounting
depth is entered. Double click on the relevant line and edit the parameters.
• Lines marked in black color – Moeller components from the database or third-party
components, for which all required data are defined. Double click on the relevant line to
view the component parameters.
• Click on the column header to arrange the data table according to the selected column.
Example: click on the header of the “Manufacturer” column to arrange the “Third-party
devices” (i.e. devices from other manufacturers than Moeller) at the beginning of the data
table; the table will be more transparent and readable since the parameters of third-party
devices usually need to be edited.
• Click with the right mouse button on the data line to show the context
menu. It allows you to switch to the component editing mode or to
erase the component from the list.
9. Double click on every line marked in red or blue color and complete the missing data:
• A line was marked in red: the component type is not determined and all geometric
parameters are not defined:
Component type:
• Device – a component to be fitted into the distribution board, taking
place at the rails; all geometric data must be defined.
• Accessories – a component included in the breakdown list, cannot be
fitted into the distribution board, does not take place on the rails,
geometric data cannot be entered.
Information concerning the
items to be completed in the
dialogue panel.
Definition of dimensions for
a third-party device, click on
the image to enlarge it.
Device dimensions, for
geometrical relevance
see image at the right.
Device description – text to be
displayed in the breakdown
list of components (type, basic
technical parameters,
manufacturer, ...), max. length
Power loss – used to 50 characters.
check the temperature
rise in the distribution Type designation according
board. to the manufacturer (max.
20 characters). It is used
for device identification.
• A line was marked in blue: the mounting depth is identical to the maximum depth (this
does not necessarily have to be an error; however, these values are usually different for
modular devices such as circuit-breakers or residual current circuit-breakers; on contrary,
these values are identical in case of contactors or frequency inverters. An incorrectly
defined mounting depth will cause that the device cannot be fitted on the mounting rail
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under the cover plate with cutout. The problem can also consist in the text length of the
description or type designation exceeding the max. allowed value.
Information concerning the

items to be completed in the
dialogue panel.
These values must be
verified as for whether
they are really identical.
Device description
max. 50 characters.
Type designation
max. 20 characters.
• A line was marked in black: Moeller components from the database – parameters cannot
be edited:
10. If you want a certain component to be erased from the imported list (e.g. a distribution board
from another manufacturer, etc.), click with the right mouse button on the line that you want
to erase and select the item “Erase component” in the context menu.
11. Click OK to close the dialogue panel. The components will be imported to the list of devices
and accessories.
15.5.1 Structure of the file containing the list of devices and accessories
ensuring the interconnection with the wiring diagram drawing software
The program M-PROFIL version 3.6 and higher allows you to create a list of selected devices to be
fitted into the distribution board and accessories by loading a data file. Via this file, it is possible to
create interconnection with any wiring diagram drawing program, which can export data to a file of
the defined shape. The data file is currently generated by the diagram drawing program ElproCAD
version 2.7.2 and higher from Astra92 a.s. Zlín, Czech Republic.
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File structure – general:

• A text file in CSV standard (a file with variable field width, the individual fields are separated
by the semi-colon character (;), if there is a semi-colon inside the field text, the entire text is
placed in double quotation marks (")).
• The first line in the file is the header, showing the code marking of the particular fields
(columns).
• The sequence of the individual fields in the line is fixed.
File structure:
1st line: field names:
Name; Type; Code; Price; Width; Height; Deep; Mounting; Tag; CaseNo; Pieces; Database; RecordNo
2nd and further lines: data

Field Field Name Field Name Description
No ElproCAD M-PROFIL
0 Name Description Verbal description of the product together with its main technical
(Název) (Popis)
parameters (e.g.: Residual current relay, select, Ir=5kA, sensitive to
pulse DC current) – if there is a semi-colon character (;) inside the
text, the entire text is placed in quotation marks (") (e.g. "Residual
current relay; Ir=5kA").
This does not have to be indicated for Moeller products (will be
searched in the M-PROFIL database).
1 Type Type Type designation of the product (e.g.: PFR2-03-S/A).
(Typ) (Typoz)
2 Code Code Ordering number of the product (e.g.: 000235864, zeroes in the front
(Výrobek) (Objc)
do not have to be indicated).
This MUST be indicated for Moeller products (ensures the link to the
M-PROFIL database).
3 Price Price Price for 1 piece of the product [CZK].
(Cena) (Cena)
4 Width Width Width in [mm].
(Šířka) (S)
5 Height Height Height in [mm].
(Výška) (V)
6 Deep DeepMax Maximum depth (“from rail to lever”) in [mm].
(Hloubka) (Hmax)
7 Mounting Mounting Method of mounting – key word:
(Montáž) (Montaz)
DIN = DIN rail, PLE = mounting plate
PAN = panel, PRI = busbar system
If the column is not indicated in the database, it remains empty.
8 Tag Tag Design identification – product identification in the wiring diagram.
(ProjOzn) (ProjOzn)
9 CaseNo CaseNo Number of the distribution board section, in which the product is
(ČísloPole) (CisloPole)
installed.
At least one character must always be specified.
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10 Pieces Pieces The quantity (pieces) of the product with identical project marking (1
(PočKs) (PocKs)
pcs. as standard, more pieces in case 3 pcs. of an 1-phase device are
connected in a 3-phase system).
1 or more must always be specified.
11 Database Database Database identification (e.g. EPC-1073). It can be replaced by the
(Databáze) (Databaze)
word MOELLER (component from the M-PROFIL database) and
anything else for other manufacturers.
12 RecordNo RecordNo Number of the database record (an unambiguous product identifier
(Věta) (Veta)
within the source program database).
This does not have to be filled in.
File example:
Name; Type; Code; Price; Width; Height; Deep; Mounting; Tag; CaseNo; Pieces; Database; RecordNo
Residual current relay, select,Ir=5kA,sensitive to pulse DC current; PFR2-03-S/A; 235864; 3650.00; 70.0; 90.0; 68.0; DIN; FI1; 1; 1; EPC-1073; 2439
Circuit-breaker, S200 series (Icn=6kA),char.B,2-pole,In=63A; S 202-B 63; 2CDS252001R0635; 465.00; 35.00; 85.00; 69.00; DIN; FA55; 1; 1; epc-1007; 12529
Switch lock E 400; SA 2; GJF1101903R0002; 198.00; ; ; ; ; ; 1; 1; epc-1007; 2232
Notes:
• The file can be created “manually” using Microsoft Excel. The file with the template
ImportDevices-Template.xls, containing the above-specified columns in the
required sequence, is located in the directory...\DEMO. Once the template is filled with the
necessary data, this file must be saved in CSV format using the Excel function Save As. A
demonstration example of the processed file for import Demo-ImportDevices-
ResourceFile.csv can also be found in the directory ...\DEMO.
15.6 Working with the list of the selected devices
The list of the selected devices can be viewed in two modes:

• Brief view - every device type has one line and the total quantity is indicated. Only a single
line can be selected for editing; it is not possible to perform operations associated with the
procedure of fitting devices on the distribution board rails and to edit tags.
Search component by type or by
Working with order number (see Chap. 17).
Switch to
clipboard -
View information about detailed view.
Copy, Paste
the selected device.
Function to change the The list of devices is not

position of the selected sorted; devices are listed
component in the list (move in the same order as they
it one line up or down). were inserted.
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• Detailed view – every individual piece of devices is shown together with its design
identification and position on the distribution board rail (if the device is fitted). Unfitted
devices are marked in red. The list of fitted devices is arranged according to the position on
the distribution board frame rails (top-down, left-right, left frame first, right frame second).
Unfitted devices are at the beginning of the list. The position of unfitted devices in the list can
be adjusted. It is possible to perform all operations with the devices.
Working with View information Print the list of devices Switch to The list is sorted
clipboard - about the selected including tags and brief view. according to how the
Copy, Paste device. position in the devices are fitted on
distribution board. the frame rails.
Device, which is not Identification of the rail, on which the

fitted - in red color. device is fitted (type, identification of the
frame L - left, R - right, rail height on
Fitted device – in black color. the frame), or the reason for the device
not being fitted can be indicated.
Device tag.
Function to change the position of the selected unfitted
component in the list (move it one line up or down).
• Click on the icon Copy to clipboard to copy the selected devices to the program’s
internal clipboard. Use the clipboard to transfer the devices into another distribution
board in the project. The clipboard cannot be used to transfer devices to other applications.
• Click on the icon Paste from clipboard to paste the devices from the program’s
internal clipboard to the list of selected devices. The clipboard cannot be used to
transfer data from other applications.
• Click on the “Move device up in the list” icon to move the selected line up in the list
by one line. It is only possible to move the lines in the brief view or the unfitted
devices in the detailed view (a single line only must be selected in the detailed view mode,
otherwise the icon is disabled).
• Click on the “Move device down in the list” icon to move the selected line down in
the list by one line. It is only possible to move the lines in the brief view or the unfitted
devices in the detailed view (a single line only must be selected in the detailed view mode,
otherwise the icon is disabled).
• If you click on the “Information about device” icon, you can see completely all
information about the device from the database, which makes the identification of the
device to be edited easier for you (only one line must be selected in the detailed view
mode, otherwise the icon is disabled).
• If you click on the “Print detailed list of devices” icon, you can print the detailed list
of devices including the tags and positions of the devices in the distribution board.
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15.7 Editing tags
name. Double click on the “Devices” branch. A window with the list of the already inserted
devices appears.
2. Switch to the detailed view of the list of the selected devices (see Chap. 15.6).
3. Select the device, the tag of which you want to change. It is also possible to select several
devices to be edited by dragging mouse over the list or to click on the first line, press Shift
and click on the last line of the selection.
4. Click on the “Modify tag” icon (this function is accessible also in case the continuous
tag specification when inserting the devices is disabled). A dialogue panel will open, in
which you enter the new tag.
Edit the tag of the selected device.
This field is enabled only if the tag for several devices is

being edited. The number will be increased progressively by
the entered interval for the individual devices; the tag will
thus be, for instance, FI1, FI2, ...
The new specified tag will NOT be attached, the
original values will remain unchanged.
The new tag will be attached to the component.
5. Click Add tags. The new entered tag will be recorded in the list and the dimensional drawing
of the distribution board will be repainted.
or by pressing Esc.
15.8 Changing the device quantity in the list of the selected devices
devices appears.
2. Click on the line containing the device, which you want to edit. Only a single line must be
selected in case of the detailed view of the list of the selected devices.
3. Click on the “New quantity” icon. A dialogue panel will open, in which you enter the
new quantity of the selected component.
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4. If you activate this function from the brief view of the list of the selected devices:
• If you increase the quantity, the new pieces will be inserted without tags (for tag editing
see Chap. 15.7).
• If you reduce the quantity, some pieces will be erased regardless of their tags; therefore,
it is recommended to reduce the quantity by erasing the devices with detailed view of the
list of the selected devices where you can specify the erased pieces precisely according to
its tag (see Chap. 15.9).
5. If you activate this function from the detailed view of the list of the selected devices:
• If you increase the quantity, you will be asked to enter the tag for the new pieces in a
similar manner as when inserting new devices in the list, see Chap. 15.1, item 6. The
entry of tags can be overridden by means of the Options function (see Chap. 26.5).
• The quantity cannot be reduced.
or by pressing Esc.
15.9 Erasing a device from the list of the selected devices
devices appears.
2. Click on the line containing the device, which you want to erase. In case of the detailed view
of the list of the selected devices, it is also possible to select several components to be erased
by dragging mouse over the list or to click on the first line, press Shift and click on the last
line of the selection.
3. Click on the “Erase the selected device” icon. The selected devices will be erased
from the dimensional drawing as well as from the list of the selected devices.
or by pressing Esc.
15.10 Continuous test of the devices to be fitted on the distribution board rails
When a component of device type (i.e. a device of Moeller brand, third-party device, connecting
sleeve or terminal block) is inserted in the list of selected devices or when the quantity of a
previously selected is changed, a continuous check is carried out as to whether the distribution
board can accommodate the device, i.e. whether the sum of widths of all the selected devices is
lower the sum of widths of all the mounting rails in the distribution board. If the test is passed
successfully, nothing happens and the component being inserted is inserted in the list of the selected
devices. In the opposite case, the following error message will appear:
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Space for devices on the distribution

board rails (1 module = 17.5 mm).
Space occupied by the so-far selected components of
device type (Moeller devices, third-party devices,
connecting sleeves or terminal blocks).
The current reserve is negative. The number of components
of device type must be reduced by this number of modules,
or the space in the distribution board must be increased
accordingly.
Override the execution of the continuous fitting test.
The message only warns the user about the occurring situation. If you close the message panel by
clicking OK, the component will be inserted in the list of the selected devices. It is left upon the
user whether or not he/she reduces the quantity of components in the list of selected devices in
some way.
This test is carried out only for orientation purposes. A detailed calculation of how the devices can
be fitted on the distribution board rails (taking into account the rail types, installation depth, device
dimensions etc.) is carried out when the devices are actually fitted on the distribution board rails
(see Chap. 15.11.1, 15.11.2).
The execution of this test can be overridden by ticking the field “Do not show this warning
again”. It is suitable to override the execution of this test for instance when it is necessary to create
a set of components to be ordered from the wholesaler, but the individual components will not
constitute one single distribution board.
15.11 Fitting devices on distribution board rails/door
Whereas the continuous test of the devices to be fitted in the distribution board compares only
whether the sum of widths of all the selected devices is lower than the sum of widths of all
mounting rails in the distribution board, all mechanical relations are taken into account when the
devices are fitted on the rail, such as: active rail width, rail type, mounting depth of the rail,
maximum device depth etc. A detailed test of the design feasibility is carried out through the
devices being fitted on the distribution boar rails completely. The command and signalling devices
are fitted on the distribution board door.
15.11.1 AutoFit devices on distribution board rails/door
Fitting the devices on rails represents a rather lengthy and monotonous work. In many cases, the
accurate position of the individual devices on the frame rails does not matter in the first design. In
such situation, it is thus possible to use the function for automatic fitting of the devices from the list
of the selected devices on the frame rails / on door - the AutoFit function.
1. Click on the “AutoFit devices” icon in the M-PROFIL tool bar or on the “AutoFit
devices” icon in the list of the selected devices.
2. If there are some devices already fitted on the rails, the following warning appears:
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Information indicating that all devices from

the list are fitted on the distribution board
rails. The function is also used as a checking
function – verification of complete fitting.
Erase the fitted devices and blind flanges
from the rails and fit them again.
Exit the function, nothing is going to change
(application recommended).
Information indicating that there are some

devices in the list, which are not fitted.
Erase the fitted devices and blind flanges

from the rails and fit them again
(application recommended).
Exit the function, nothing is going to change;
devices that are not fitted can be fitted manually
one by one (see Chap 15.10.2).
3. The function will sort the devices from the list into logical groups and into groups depending
on size so that the devices will be fitted from the distribution board top to its bottom in the
following order: Other devices, Measuring devices, Switch clock, Contactors, Motor starters,
Switch-disconnectors, Residual current devices, Surge voltage protectors, PL7 circuit-
breakers, PLHT circuit-breakers, Core balance transformers, Fuse disconnectors, Power
circuit-breakers. The devices are placed on the suitable rails step by step. The groups and
their order are defined by the file ...\DATA\PRISTROJ\FGP_AUOS.DAT. The scope and
order of the groups can be changed through modification of this file.
4. If there is at least one control or signaling device included in the list, which is mounted on the
distribution board door, a dialogue panel will appear asking you to specify the grid of the
devices on the door:
Position of the first device on door in the
top left part:
X – distance from the left door edge
Y – distance from the bottom door edge
Total number of devices to
be fitted on door.
Number of devices under each other;
determined automatically.
Distance between device centers.
Number of columns – number of
devices next to each other.
Distribution board door.

X
Distance between columns.
Y
First device on door in the top left part.
Distance between rows.
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• If you close the dialogue panel by clicking OK, the command and signalling devices will
be fitted according to the specified grid. Devices, which the door cannot accommodate
anymore, will not be fitted.
• If you close the dialogue panel by clicking Cancel, the command and signalling devices
will not be fitted on the door.
• The relative position of the devices on the door and those on the rails is not checked; the
possible collisions must be assessed and solved by the user from the dimensional
drawing.
• The Door/Frame Switch view function allows you to set the image in a manner to show
and print either only the door with the fitted devices or only the frame with the mounting
rails and devices, or both (see Chap. 5.9).
5. The following information message appears when the process is completed:

• All devices from the list were fitted:
• Some devices in the list remain unfitted:
The list of the selected devices will appear subsequently in the detailed view and the
pointer will be set to the first unfitted device. Unfitted devices are indicated in red and
information about the reason for the device not being fitted is specified in the last
column. You can either try to fit the remaining devices one by one (see Chap. 15.11.2) or
close the list by pressing Esc and modify the distribution board design (select a larger
distribution board, insert another rail of a suitable type, modify the rail depth etc.).
6. In case any blind flanges were fitted in the cutouts of the cover plates prior to launching the
AutoFit function, these blind flanges will be removed from the cutouts (but not from the list
of the selected blind flanges). Subsequently it is necessary to fit the blind flanges again (see
Chap. 13.1, 13.2).
7. Position of the devices on the distribution boar rails can be changed by means of the function
“Move device from one rail to another” (see Chap. 15.11.4) and “Move the fitted device”
(see Chap. 15.11.5).
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15.11.2 Fitting the selected device on distribution board rails/door
This function allows you to fit one piece of device from the list of the selected devices on the
distribution board rails.
devices appears.
3. Select one or more devices to be fitted on the rail (either by dragging over the list or clicking
on the first line, pressing Shift and clicking on the last selection line). None of the
selected devices may be fitted – they must all be marked in red. All selected devices
must be designed to be fitted on the frame rails or on the door.
4. Click on the icon “Fit the selected device to the distribution board”.
5. The window with the list of the selected devices will be closed. The pointer will change to a
cross-hair shape.
• If one control or signaling device was selected to be mounted on the distribution board door,
click on the point where the center of the first device should be. The system checks whether
the clicked point lies in the active door area and, if this is the case, the device will be inserted
at the defined position. Note: in case the inserted device is not shown in the dimensional
drawing, verify whether the distribution board door view is activated (see Chap. 5.11).
• If more control or signaling devices was selected to be
mounted on the distribution board door, enter the horizontal
distance between the individual devices and then click at
the point where the center of the first device should be. In
case the clicked point lies in the active door area, the first
device will be inserted at the defined position and the other
devices will be inserted to the right of the first one at the defined distance. In case the device
would reach out of the active door area, it will not be inserted. Only one row of devices can
be created in this manner.
• As for rail-mounted device or devices, click on the rail where the selected device (or the first
device from the group) should be inserted, at the point where the left center of the device
should be located. The system checks:
• whether a rail has been selected;
• whether a rail was selected of the type suitable for the device to be inserted; data about the
mounting rail are integral part of the database information;
• the compliance between the rail and the device is tested:
• If the mounting depth of the rail is smaller than the installation depth of the device, the
device cannot be fitted - an information message appears; it would not be possible to
cover the frame with cover plates.
• If the mounting depth of the rail >= the installation depth of the device and, at the same
time, the mounting depth of the rail < the maximum depth of the device, then the device
is fitted on the rail (naturally provided all the other checks are successfully passed). The
device will be placed ideally in the cover plate cutout.
• If the mounting depth of the rail >= the installation depth of the device and, at the same
time, the mounting depth of the rail > the maximum depth of the device, it means that the
device will be “sunk” below the cover plate. In such case the user will be notified on this
situation through an information message and he/she can decide whether or not the
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device should be inserted on this rail. In this manner it is possible to fit, for instance,
instrumentation or terminal blocks that are fully hidden under the cover plate without
cutout.
• whether the device will be located in the active rail area (devices cannot be fitted along the
full rail length, inactive edges defined by the rail shape and cover plates are located at both
ends of the rail); if the device reached outside of the active rail area, the user will be offered
with the possibility to insert it “at its own risk” (this is used when inserting fuse
disconnectors or for subsequent modifications of cover plates through cutouts);
• whether there is not any collision with the already fitted devices; if this is the case, the
system offers you the possibility to move the already fitted devices being in the way to the
right. If you agree, the system checks whether the moved devices do not fall out from the
rail and if not, the system will move them. In the opposite case, the function is terminated.
In case everything is OK, the system offers you to move the device to the closest device on
the left. If you agree, the device will be inserted right behind the closest device on the left
from the pointed place. In the opposite case, it will be inserted in the pointed place.
• The procedure is repeated for all fitted devices. The next selected device will be fitted to the
right from the previous one. One row only can be fitted in this manner.
• Devices are always fitted from the left edge of the rail to the right one.
• The insertion point is always on the right side of the device, its position depends on the
position of the mounting slot.
• Note: if the inserted device is not displayed in the dimensional drawing, please check whether
you have enabled the frame view of the distribution board (see Chap. 5.10).
6. When the insertion is completed, the list of selected devices is shown again. Unfitted devices
are at the beginning of the list. The next unfitted device is selected automatically. Repeat
steps 3-5 until you fit all devices.
or by pressing Esc.
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Notes:
• Collision with blind flanges fitted in the cover plate cutouts is not tested.
• The cover plate above the rail is not tested for the presence of a cutout.
• The relative position of the devices on the door and those on the rails is not checked; the
possible collisions must be assessed and solved by the user from the dimensional drawing.
• The list of fitted devices is arranged according to the position on the frame rails (top-down,
left-right, left frame first, right frame second, unfitted devices at the beginning of the list). The
position of the device in the list changes once the device is fitted.
• Position of the devices on the distribution boar rails can be changed by means of the function
“Move device from one rail to another” (see Chap. 15.11.4) and “Move the fitted device”
(see Chap. 15.11.5).
• The tag of a device inserted on a rail can be modified by means of the “Modify tag” function
(see Chap. 15.7).
• A device fitted on a rail can be erased by means of the “Erase the fitted device from the rail”
function (see Chap. 15.11.3).
• If you want to erase a device from the list, including all its fitted positions being erased, you
can do so by means of the “Erase the selected device” function (see Chap. 15.9).
15.11.3 Removing a fitted device from rail/door
devices appears.
3. Click on the line containing the device, which you want to remove. It is also possible to select
several components to be removed by dragging mouse over the list or to click on the first line,
press Shift and click on the last line of the selection.
4. Click on the “Remove the fitted device” icon. The selected devices will be removed
from the rails or door, but not from the list of the selected devices. Devices, which are
not fitted, are indicated in red in the list. When the list is regenerated (e.g. after you
have fitted some device), unfitted devices will be shown at the start of the list.
15.11.4 Moving fitted devices from one rail to another
This function allows you to change the position of one or more devices fitted while simultaneously
performing all checks for mechanical relations and collision with adjacent devices. The function
can also be used to change the position of devices on the distribution-board door.
1. Click on the icon Move device from one rail to another in the M-PROFIL toolbar.
2. Select the device to be moved using one of the following methods:
• Click on any entity constituting the device scheme with the selection target. The
selected device will be highlighted. The horizontally fitted devices are to be selected at
the left-hand half.
• Click in a place where no device is located – thus activating the selection window. If you
move your mouse to the left from the first clicked point, the cross-wise selection window
is dragged (all devices lying inside the window will be selected as well as devices
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interfering within the window). Click the opposite corner of the window. The selected
devices will be highlighted.
move your mouse to the right from the first clicked point, the window-type selection
window is dragged (only devices lying fully inside the window will be selected). Click
the opposite corner of the window. The selected devices will be highlighted.
• Tip: under the Options, it is possible to modify the control mode of the selection
windows (either with click-click as in AutoCAD – default settings, or with click-hold as
in Windows).
3. Close the selection of the devices by clicking on the right mouse button.
4. Click the new position of the selected group of devices.
5. If a device on door is concerned, click the new position for the center of the first selected
device. The relative position of the selected devices in the group will be retained. The system
checks whether each of the moved devices is located in the active area of the door and,
provided this is the case, it will be inserted into the new position.
6. If a device on rail is concerned, click the new position for the first selected device on the rail
(the same one or a different one). Click on the rail where you want to insert the selected
devices, into the point where the left center of the device will be located. (If you want to
insert the device between two already existing devices that are placed very close to each
other, select the rail inside the device which you want to move aside). For each moved device,
the system checks the following:
• Whether a rail was selected,
• Whether a rail type was selected that is suitable for the moved device,
• Whether the installation depth is suitable,
• Whether the device will be located in the active area of the rail,
• Whether there is any collision with the already fitted devices; if this is the case, the
system offers the possibility to move to the right the already fitted devices, which are in
the way; if you agree with this operation, the system checks whether the device being
moved aside do not fall out from the rail and if not, they will be moved; in the opposite
case the function will be terminated and the device to be moved will remain in its original
position.
7. Provided everything is OK, the system offers the possibility to bring the first device closer to
the next device immediately on the left. If you agree, the device will be inserted immediately
after the closest device on the left from the pointed place; in the opposite case it will be
inserted directly in the place you pointed. The next selected devices will be inserted behind
the first moved device in one line and in the same sequence as they have been selected.
8. Change the position of all required devices by repeated activation of this function.
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15.11.5 Moving fitted devices
The function allows you to change the position of fitted devices freely without any limitation and
without checking for collision with the adjacent components.
1. Click on the Move Devices icon at the toolbar of the

M-PROFIL program.
2. Since the function performs no check for collisions between the
moved device and the adjacent components, the following
information message appears:
Override the pop-up of this

information at the second and
each following activation of
the function.
3. Select the device to be moved using one of the following methods:

• Click on any entity constituting the device scheme with the selection target. The selected
device will be highlighted. The horizontally fitted devices are to be selected at the left-
hand half.
move your mouse to the left from the first clicked point, the cross-wise selection window
is dragged (all devices lying inside the window will be selected as well as devices
interfering within the window). Click the opposite corner of the window. The selected
devices will be highlighted.
move your mouse to the right from the first clicked point, the window-type selection
window is dragged (only devices lying fully inside the window will be selected). Click
the opposite corner of the window. The selected devices will be highlighted.
in Windows).
4. Close the selection of the devices by clicking on the right mouse button.
5. Click the new position of the group of devices – click any point you wish anywhere in the
graphic area. The devices will be moved to the new position regardless of their collisions with
the adjacent components (the relative position of the selected devices in the group will be
retained).
Example: Utilization of the Move the Devices function for fitting the NZM circuit-breaker on the
withdrawable-version socket in the xEnergy distribution box
1. Design the xEnergy series stand-alone distribution box, the incomer section with an NZM
circuit-breaker of a withdrawable version, with external actuation (see Chap. 9.2) – insert
both the device, the NZMH4-AE1600 (and +NZMH4-XAVE withdrawable carrier as accessory)
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circuit-breaker, and the +NZM4-XAV withdrawable-version socket into the list of the devices
selected. The fitting of the motor drive will not be required.
2. Manually fit the distribution box with the withdrawable-version socket.
3. Manually fit the actual circuit-breaker, next to the withdrawable-version socket. Click the
insertion point immediately behind the right edge of the socket. Ignore the warning message
saying ‘The insertion point goes beyond the active area of the rail’ (click Yes).
4. Move the device onto the socket by means of the Move the Devices function. Note: This
procedure is necessary because the M-PROFIL system does not allow assemblies composed
of several parts to be created interactively. This restraint will be eliminated in the next
versions. An alternative to this procedure is to fit only the circuit-breaker, without fitting the
socket.
Socket of the
withdrawable version
The circuit-breaker,
fitted manually next
to the socket
Insertion point for
fitting the circuit-
breaker manually;
the message saying
that the point goes
beyond the active
area of the rail is to
be ignored (clicked
Yes).
Moving the circuit-
breaker above the
socket by means of the
Move the Devices
function.
Final situation: the

circuit-breaker is over
the socket.
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16. Free Graphics

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The term of “free graphics” covers a group of functions allowing you to add basic
graphical objects, such as a line, rectangle, circle and text, into the dimensional
drawing of the distribution board. In this manner, it is possible to add notes or
mounting instructions, for instance, or outline connections, sketch in busbars, add
other command and signalling elements on doors etc.
Free Graphics can be inserted in layers: either on the distribution-board frame (the
level of the fitted devices) – in violet colour or on the distribution-board door – in
dark-green colour. The line colour and type cannot be changed. The position and
dimensions of objects can be modified.
Functions enabling you to insert free graphics are located in the Draw drop-down
menu. Functions enabling you to edit free graphics are located in the Modify drop-
down menu. The drawing tools and utilities facilitating the insertion of free graphics can be found
in the Tools drop-down menu. All functions associated with free graphics can be activated by
clicking on icons in the Free Graphics toolbar.
16.1 Displaying the Free Graphics toolbar
1. Click on the icon Show/hide Free Graphics toolbar in the M-PROFIL tool bar.
2. The Free Graphics toolbar will appear.
• The position of the toolbar can be adjusted by dragging its top blue band.
• It is possible to hide the toolbar again by clicking on the icon used to make it show, or by
clicking on the X in the top right corner of the toolbar.
Close the toolbar.
Current layer for the newly inserted free Drawing tools and utilities facilitating the
graphics (distribution-board frame or door). insertion of free graphics (Grid, Snap, Ortho).
16.2 Setting the layer for newly inserted free graphics
1. Click to show the Free Graphics toolbar (see Chap. 16.1).

2. Select the current layer for the newly inserted free graphics in the list of layers in the left part
of the toolbar (distribution-board frame or door).
16.3 Line
1. Click on the Line icon in the Free Graphics toolbar.

2. Click the initial point of the line (point B1).
3. Now drag the radius vector – a curve representing the future line. Click the
end point of the line (point B2).
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4. The line is now inserted in the drawing. The layer, position and dimensions of the component
can be modified at a later point in time (see Chap. 16.8-16.12). The insertion of components
can be facilitated by tools and utilities of Grid, Snap and Ortho (see Chap. 16.7).
16.4 Rectangle
1. Click on the Rectangle icon in the Free Graphics toolbar.

2. Click one rectangle corner (point B1).
3. Now drag the shape representing the future rectangle. Click the opposite
corner of the rectangle (point B2).
4. The rectangle is now inserted into the drawing. The layer, position and dimensions of the
component can be modified at a later point in time (see Chap. 16.8-16.12). The insertion of
components can be facilitated by tools and utilities of Grid, Snap and Ortho (see Chap. 16.7).
16.5 Circle
1. Click on the Circle icon in the Free Graphics toolbar.

2. Click the center of the circle (point B1).
3. Now drag the shape representing the future circle. Click the point defining the
circle radius (point B2).
4. The circle is now inserted into the drawing. The layer, position and dimensions of the
component can be modified at a later point in time (see Chap. 16.8-16.12). The insertion of
components can be facilitated by tools and utilities of Grid, Snap and Ortho (see Chap. 16.7).
Note:
• When inserting a circle, the image of the adjacent graphics can be damaged (disappearance of
the grid, irregular geometrical image). These image faults can be corrected by means of the
Regenerate function from the View drop-down menu (see Chap. 23.1).
16.6 Text
1. Click on the Text icon in the Free Graphics toolbar.

2. Click the bottom left corner of the text (point B1).
3. A dialogue panel will open, in which you enter the text string and the font height:
Field to enter the text string. Only a single
text line can be entered with one activation
of the function.
Font height in points.
4. The text is now inserted into the drawing. The default properties (colour) are determined by
the current layer, which can be modified at a later point in time, just like the text position, font
height as well as the text itself (see Chap. 16.8, 16.9). The text font cannot be changed in this
version.
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16.7 Drawing tools
The following tools are applied when inserting free graphics:
• Grid – a network of dots filling the internal space of the distribution

board and making the orientation easier. The grid display can be
activated/disabled by means of the Grid function from the Tools
drop-down menu, by means of the switch in the status bar or by
pushing F7 key. The grid density (distance between the dots) can be
set by means of the function called Drawing tools (see Chap. 16.7.1).
• Ortho – the movement of the pointer is locked in the direction of the
coordinate axes. If this tool is activated, it is possible to draw lines, for instance, only in the
horizontal or vertical direction. Otherwise it can be activated/disabled by means of the Ortho
function from the Tools drop-down menu, by means of the switch in the status bar or by
pushing F8 key.
• Snap – the clicked point is captured automatically to the vertexes of the invisible grid with a
given spacing. The grid display can be activated/disabled by means of the Snap function from
the Tools drop-down menu, by means of the switch in the status bar or by pushing F9 key.
The grid density (distance between the dots) can be set by means of the function called
Drawing tools (see Chap. 16.7.1). It is recommended to set the snap spacing identical with
the distance of the grid dots.
• Coordinates – the current cursor coordinates are displayed at the status line (the centre of the
coordinate system is the left-hand bottom interior corner of the stand-alone distribution box –
see also Chap. 24.2). The indication can be turned on/off by means of the F6 key.
• Show print area margins: a dash and dot line will define the graphic area, the contents of
which will be printed on paper (for more details see also Chap. 23.1). Any free graphics
outside of the specified margins will not be printed.
• Cursor in the form of a crosshair: Normally, the cursor is in the form of an arrow (or, in the
form of an arrow with a selection rectangle). For operations with the free graphics, the
crosshair cursor may be more suitable (as in AutoCAD). The cursor form can be changed by
means of the Program Settings function, the System tab (see Chap. 26.6).
The tool is turned off.

The tool is turned on.
Status line at the bottom Current coordinates of the Switches for the drawing tools make it easy
part of the program cursor (the indication of to insert the free graphics. By clicking with
window – information these coordinates can be the left button, the tool is turned on/off, by
about the operation turned on/off by means of clicking with the right button, the
being performed. the F6 key). ‘Drawing Tools’ function is activated.
16.7.1 Setting the Grid, Snap, turning on the indication of coordinates
1. Click on the Drawing Tools icon at the Free Graphics toolbar (or right-click on the
drawing tools switch at the status line, or select the Drawing Tools item from the
Tools drop-down menu).
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2. Set the Grid and Snap spacing, possibly, turn on/off the individual tools (Grid, Snap, Ortho,
Coordinates and Print area margins) in the dialogue panel that opens up subsequently.
Afterwards, close the dialogue panel by clicking OK.
16.8 Editing the properties of the free graphics components
The term of “editing the properties” means a change of all geometric (position, dimensions) and
non-geometric (layer) properties of a component. The component to be edited can be selected in
tow ways:
By means of the Properties icon:
1. Click on the Properties icon in the Free Graphics toolbar.
2. The pointer shape will change to the selection square. Now you are requested to select the
component to be edited (the request is shown in the status bar in the bottom part of the
program main window, see Chap. 4.1).
3. Click on any line constituting the component, the properties of which you want to edit (so that
the line lies within the selection square). A dialogue panel will appear allowing you to edit all
properties of the selected component. The appearance of the dialogue panel depends on the
type of the edited component.
By double clicking on the component:
1. Make sure that no command is active (the status bar in the bottom part of the program main
window is empty and the mouse pointer has the shape of an arrow).
2. Double click on any line constituting the component, the properties of which you want to edit.
A dialogue panel will appear allowing you to edit all properties of the selected component.
The appearance of the dialogue panel depends on the type of the edited component.
Set the component layer
• A line selected: (distribution-board frame, or door).
The layer determines the component
default color (distribution-board
frame = violet, distribution-board
door = dark green; the color setting
cannot be changed).
Definition of line colour and
thickness regardless of the layer
(change of default values for the
edited object). The line type cannot
be changed. These settings are not
transferred to DXF!
Modify the component geometry – it is possible

to enter any coordinates of your choice. The
coordinate system origin is located in the
bottom left corner of the distribution board.
The geometry modification can be carried out
in a more comfortable way by means of Move
(see Chap. 16.8) and Stretch (see Chap.
16.10) functions.
The coordinate system origin is located in

the bottom left internal corner of the
distribution-board box.
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• A rectangle selected:
• A circle selected:
• A text selected:
16.9 Changing the position of components
1. Click on the Move icon in the Free Graphics toolbar.

components to be moved (the request is shown in the status bar in the bottom part of the
3. Select all components you want to move. Either click on any line constituting the respective
component (point B1), or use the selection windows:
• Click in any place where no component is located (point B2) – thus activating the
selection window.
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• If you move your mouse to the left from the first clicked point, the cross-wise selection
window is dragged (all components lying inside the window will be selected as well as
components interfering within the window).
• If you move your mouse to the right from the first clicked point, the window-type
selection window is dragged (only components lying fully inside the window will be
selected).
• Click the opposite corner of the window (point B3). The selected components will be
highlighted.
in Windows).
• Note: only free graphics (lines, circles, …) and no devices, mounting rails or cover plates
etc. can be moved with this function. When selecting components to be moved by means
of the cross-wise window, only free graphics will be selected. For moving of devices
fitted on the distribution-board frame or door - see Chap. 15.11.4, 15.11.5.
4. Exit the selection mode set by clicking on the right mouse button.
5. Click two points defining the shift vector - B4, B5 in the figure. The selected objects will be
moved to the new position. The determination of the new position can be facilitated by
drawing tools and the Grid, Snap and Ortho tools (see Chap. 16.7).
Before editing: After editing:
B5
B4
B2
B1
B3
Shift vector.
Objects to be moved (free graphics – circle on the distribution-
board door) selected by means of the cross-wise window.
16.10 Copying components
1. Click on the Copy icon in the Free Graphics toolbar.

2. The pointer shape will change to the selection square. Now you are requested to select
the components to be copied (the request is shown in the status bar in the bottom part of the
3. Select all components you want to copy (click on any line constituting the component) -
points B1, B2, B3 in the figure. The selected component will be highlighted. It is also
possible to use selection windows (for more details see the Move function in Chap. 16.9, item
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3 of the instructions). This function can be used to copy free graphics only (lines, circles, ...),
not to copy devices, mounting rails etc.
4. Exit the selection mode set by clicking on the right mouse button.
5. Click two points defining the shift vector - B4, B5 in the figure. The selected objects will be
copied to the new position. The determination of the new position can be facilitated by
drawing tools and the Grid, Snap and Ortho tools (see Chap. 16.7).
6. Click another point defining the position of the next copy - points B6, B7.
7. Repeat step 5 until you make the desired number of copies. Exit the copying mode by clicking
on the right mouse button.

B7
B6
B5
B4
B2
B1
B3
Shift vector. Objects to be copied (free graphics – circle on the distribution-

board door) selected by means of the cross-wise window.
16.11 Changing the component geometry - Stretch
1. Click on the Stretch icon in the Free Graphics toolbar.

2. The pointer shape will change to the selection square. Now you are requested to select
the component to be stretched (the request is shown in the status bar in the bottom part of the
3. Select a component close to the point, which you want to stretch (end point of a line, corner
of a rectangle etc.; this function can be used to modify free graphics only), point B1 in the
figure. Now drag the radius vector from the selected definition point; you will be requested to
define its new position.
4. Click the new position for the selected point - point B2. The object shape will be adjusted
accordingly. The determination of the new position can be facilitated by drawing tools and the
Grid, Snap and Ortho tools (see Chap. 16.7).
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B1
B2
Object selected to be copied (free graphics – circle

on the distribution-board door).
16.12 Erasing components
1. Click on the Erase icon in the Free Graphics toolbar.

component to be erased (the request is shown in the status bar in the bottom part of the
3. Select all components you want to erase (click on any line constituting the respective). The
selected component will be highlighted (for more details see the Move function in Chap. 16.9,
item 3 of the instructions).
4. Exit the selection mode set by clicking on the right mouse button. The selected components
will be erased.
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17. Accessories
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A distribution board project includes a wide range of materials, which do not have any graphical
representation in the front view of the distribution board and which are, however, essential for the
complete mounting and must appear in the breakdown list of components. This concerns e.g. grips,
screws, nuts, brackets, connections, flanges, labelling plates, locks, keys, … etc.
Similarly, devices from the database must be accompanied with a wide range of components, which
are not mounted to the distribution board rails (thus not having any graphical representation in the
front view of the distribution board) and which are, however, essential for the complete mounting
and must appear in the breakdown list of devices. These include e.g. labels, position locks for
device levers, releases, adapters etc.
Insertion of components for the RMQ command and signalling devices and XCOMFORT
components without a fixed link to the distribution board provides maximum variability when
preparing specifications, price offers etc. Most XCOMFORT components are available precisely as
accessories.
There is also the possibility to insert third-party accessories, i.e. accessories from a manufacturer
other than Moeller. Step by step, the user creates a database of third-party accessories, which is
independent of the currently edited distribution board, and can insert components from this
database. Intangible “price” items can also be defined as third-party accessories; they will appear
only in the breakdown list (such as extra charge for distribution board mounting etc.).
Working with the accessories databases is very similar to working with the database of Moeller
devices (see Chap. 15.1) and the database of third-party equipment (see Chap. 15.2). Similarly to
the devices, the user selects items from the database and inserts them in the list of selected
accessories for the currently designed distribution board.
17.1 Database of Moeller accessories
next to the distribution board name. Double click on the
“Accessories” branch (this branch is always present in the tree). A
window with the list of the already inserted accessories appears.
2. Click on the icon “Database of Moeller accessories”.
3. A dialogue panel appears allowing you to work with the database Moeller accessories.
Select the required category of accessories in the database tree structure. Searching in
the tree is identical to that in the tree of directories in the Windows Explorer. The same
principles apply here as those governing the selection of devices from the database of devices
(see Chap. 15.1). For instance, you want to insert 5 pieces of blank (unmarked) labels for
device labelling in the list:
• Double click on the “Accessories for Profi Plus distribution boards” branch - the tree covered
within this branch will roll down.
• Click once on the branch “General (labels, ...)”. Since this is an end-branch of the database
tree, a data table with specific types appears.
• Click on the line “Labelling strips”.
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Select the accessories type from the tree of
options. Tree operation: Data table of the specific types Selected component;
double click on a branch = roll down/up of accessories in the given actions of other buttons
click one on a branch = select the branch branch. relate to this component.

database about the
selected component.
Price of the selected
component.
Search component by
type or by order number
(see Chap. 18).
End your work with
the accessories
database.
Quantity of the selected accessories, which Insert the entered quantity of the selected
will be inserted in the list of the selected accessories in the list of the selected accessories
accessories to this distribution board. to this distribution board.
Drag the dialogue panel
edges to change its size.
• Click on the Details button to view all information available about the selected accessories in the
database:
• Click on the Price button to find out the current price of the selected accessories from the price
list.
Settings of discounts and

surcharges for different
product groups see Chap. 21.5.
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4. Set the Quantity item to the value corresponding to the number of pieces of the selected
accessories, which you want to insert in the list of selected accessories for this distribution
board (i.e. 5 pieces in our case).
5. Click on the button “Insert in List”. The specified quantity of the selected accessories will be
inserted in the list of selected accessories for this distribution board.
6. Repeat steps 2 - 4 until you insert all required accessories in the list. Move the window to
view continuously updated information about the contents of the list of selected accessories.
7. Click Close to exit your work with the database of Moeller accessories.
Note: Some components (such as BEL fastening elements, TIW depth straps etc.) are assigned to
the distribution board automatically where required. These components are available in the
accessories, however, they are selected only to create a reserve !!! (Thus, they will be provided as
additional spare pieces.)
Tip for designers: If you are familiar with the offered accessories of Moeller and it is quicker and
more comfortable for you to search the accessories based on the type designation (rather than based
on its properties), use the Search Component function (see Chap. 18).
17.2 Database of third-party accessories
Accessories, which are not found in the database (primarily accessories from other manufacturers),
are called Third-party accessories. All data, which are otherwise included in the database
(description, type, price …) must be specified by the user for these components. Thereafter it is
possible to insert the components in the list of selected accessories. Such component behaves the
same way as Moeller accessories in the list of accessories with the only difference that it does not
have any order number and its price is entered directly by the user (it is not taken over from the
pricelist). Step by step, the user creates a database of third-party accessories, which remains the
same regardless of the currently edited distribution board. Intangible “price” items can also be
defined as third-party accessories; they will appear only in the breakdown list (such as extra charge
for distribution board mounting etc.).
to the distribution board name. Double click on the “Accessories”
the list of the already inserted accessories appears.
2. Click on the icon “Database of third-party accessories”.
3. A dialogue panel appears allowing you to work with the database of third-party
accessories. Working with the database of third-party accessories is very similar to working
with the database of third-party devices (see Chap. 15.2)
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Sort data table according to various criteria (description, type, ...)

Paste the data line from the clipboard into the data table behind
the selected line.

Insert a new data line in the database
to the selected branch.
Insert a new branch in the database tree. The new branch will be inserted
Delete the selected branch from database; all data included
in the branch will be destroyed as well by this deletion.
Select the accessories type from the tree

of options. Tree operation: Data table of the specific Selected component;
double click on a branch = roll down/up types of accessories in the actions of other buttons
click one on a branch = select the branch given branch. relate to this component.

database about the
selected component.
Edit the database of third-

party accessories, see figure
at the previous page.

database or third-party
accessories.
Quantity of the selected accessories, which
will be inserted in the list of the selected Insert the entered quantity of the selected
accessories to this distribution board. accessories in the list of the selected
accessories to this distribution board.
Drag the dialogue panel
edges to change its size.
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4a. Inserting new accessories in the database to a given branch:
a) Select the branch in the database tree, to which you want to insert the desired component.
In case this branch does not exist, you need to create it by following the instructions
provided under 3a. It is advisable for this branch to be the end branch of the tree, but it is
not a must.
which you enter all required data defining the component:
Device description - text, which will
appear in the breakdown list of
components (type, basic parameters,
manufacturer, ...), max. 50 characters.
Type according to the manufacturer (max.
20 characters). It is used for identification
of the device and for the duplicity test. It
must be unique within the entire database!!
Catalogue price for one piece of the component

(to calculate the total project price). The price
specified here will not be adjusted any further.
c) Close the dialogue panel by clicking OK. The new component will be added to the end of
the data table.
4b. Inserting a new component in the database to a given branch by copying an existing
component: The procedure is completely identical to the one applied with the database of
4c. Editing data of existing accessories in the database:
a) Select the branch in the database tree where the component is located, which you want to edit.
b) Select the component to be edited in the data table.
as the one opening when defining a new component (see procedure under item 4a), with
the current data about the edited component being pre-filled in the particular fields. These
fields can be edited in any desired way. Edit the data. Close the dialogue panel by clicking
OK. The data will be recorded in the database. CAUTION: the data concerned will be
changed in the database, however, the data in the already inserted pieces used in
distribution board will not be edited !
4d. Deleting accessories from the database:
a) Select the branch in the database tree where the component is located, which you want to delete.
b) Select the component in the data table, which you want to delete.
whether you are sure you want to delete the selected component from the database. If you
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confirm the deletion, the component will be deleted from the database (CAUTION - it will
not be deleted from the list of accessories selected for this distribution board !!)
4e. Sorting the currently displayed database table. The procedure is completely identical to the
one applied with the database of third-party equipment, see Chap. 15.2.1 item 4e.
4f. Inserting third-party accessories from the database in the list of selected accessories for this
distribution board.
a) Select the branch in the database tree where the component is located, which you want to insert.
b) Select the component in the data table, which you want to insert.
c) Set the Quantity item to the value corresponding to the number of pieces of the selected
accessories, which you want to insert in the list of selected accessories for this distribution
board.
d) Click on the button “Insert in List”. The specified quantity of the selected accessories will
be inserted in the list of selected accessories for this distribution board. Move the window
to view continuously updated information about the contents of the list of selected
accessories.
5. Click Close to exit your work with the database of third-party accessories.
6. Close the window with the list of selected accessories by clicking on the X in the upper right
corner of the window or by pressing Esc.
Note: Data files of the user-defined database of third-party accessories are located in the
\DATA\VLASTNI\CIPRISL directory. We strongly recommend you to make a backup of this
Insert Moeller accessories.

Insert third-party accessories.
Search component by type or by order number (see Chap. 18).
Change quantity of the selected component.
Erase the selected component.
Note: The list of devices can also be filled by loading a data file created by a diagram drawing
program, which saves you the need to search the items from the database. For more details see
Chap. 15.5.
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17.3 Changing the accessories quantity in the list
name. Double click on the “Accessories” branch. A window with the list of the already
inserted accessories appears.
2. Click on the line containing the component, which you want to edit.
3. Click on the icon “New quantity of …”. A dialogue panel will open, in which you enter the
new quantity of the selected component. Close the dialogue panel by clicking OK.
17.4 Erasing accessories from the list
name. Double click on the “Accessories” branch. A window with the list of the already
inserted accessories appears.
2. Click on the line containing the component, which you want to erase.
3. Click on the icon “Erase selected component”. The component will be erased from
the list.
Tip: If you click with your right mouse button in the list of the selected accessories, a context menu
will appear allowing you to make a quick function selection (insert, new quantity, erase) and to
apply it to the selected line.
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18. Searching Components in Data Structures

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For experienced users who mastered the system of creating type designations for the individual
Moeller components, it is faster and more comfortable to search the component directly in the data
structures based on its type designation or its order number rather than to search it step by step
based on its properties (i.e. in the manner described in the previous chapters). The Search
Component function allows quick search for the component in the M-PROFIL system data
structures based on the order number (must be specified precisely) or based on the type designation
(only a partial string can be entered and the system finds all suitable components). Complete
information will be shown, which is available about the respective component found, and this
component can be inserted in the list of selected components. There are three categories of
components from the point of view of inserting a component in the list:
• Mechanical component for distribution board (compact distribution boxes, stand-alone

distribution boxes, build. modules, rails, …) - the component cannot be inserted in the list of
the selected components in this manner since the system does not know where to place the
component’s geometric representation. These components can be inserted only by means of
special functions.
• Device from the database of Moeller devices - the specified quantity of the component can be
inserted in the list of selected devices.
• Moeller accessories - the specified quantity of the component can be
inserted in the list of selected accessories.
A) Search by the type designation
1. Select the Search Component item from the Tools drop-down

menu or click on the corresponding icon in the tool bar, or use
the Ctrl+F shortcut.
Definition of the criterion to be

used for component search.
The search string (part of the type
designation or precise order number).
List of components containing
the search string.
Basic information about the
selected component.
Display additional information on the
device (dimensions, diagram, ...).
Quantity of components, which should
be inserted in the respective list.
Insert the entered quantity in the respective
list (depending on the component type).
Information about the performed
insertion of the component in the list.
Close dialogue panel.
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2. Set the “Search according to” switch to the Type value.

3. Enter the type designation of the component you want to search into the String field. The
type designation does not have to be entered precisely; it is sufficient to specify only a partial
string and the system will search all components, the type designation of which includes the
required string. If you enter PL7 for instance, the system will find all PL7 circuit-breakers.
Should the searched string contain the "?" character - question mark, any other arbitrary
character can stand at the position of this character. E.g. if you enter PL7-63/3/? - the
system will find all 3-pole circuit breakers of the L7 series, In=63 A regardless of their
characteristic (i.e. PL7-63/3/B, PL7-63/3/C). When you complete the entry of the
string, press Enter.
4. The list of Components found includes the set of type designations for all components that
meet the specified string. Select one of them. Detailed information about the component will
be shown in the bottom part of the dialogue window. If no component includes the specified
string, an error message will appear and the list of Components found will be empty. If you
click on the More information button, you can obtain more detailed data about the
component (dimensions, wiring diagram etc.).
5. Set the required quantity of the component, which you want to enter in the list. Click on the
button “Insert in List”. The entered number of pieces of the component will be inserted in
the appropriate list depending on the component type (list of the selected devices - you will be
required to enter the tag in this case, or the list of accessories). The message below the button
informs you about the performed insertion. Mechanical components of the distribution board
cannot be inserted in this manner, it is necessary to use special functions. The button “Insert
in List” is disabled in this case.
6. Repeat steps 3 - 5 for all the components you are looking for.
7. Click Close to close the dialogue panel.
B) Search by the order number
1. Select the Search Component item from the Tools drop-down menu or click on the
corresponding icon in the tool bar, or use the Ctrl+F shortcut.
2. Set the “Search according to” switch to the Order number value.
3. Enter the order number of the component you want to search into the String field. The precise
number must be entered. When you complete the entry of the string, press Enter.
4. Detailed information about the component will be shown in the bottom part of the dialogue
window. If no component includes the specified order number, an error message will appear
and no information will be shown.
5. The possibility of a direct entry of the component quantity you require to be added in the
respective list is available for devices and accessories similarly to the previous case.
6. Repeat steps 3 - 5 for all the components you are looking for.
7. Click Close to close the dialogue panel.
Notes:
• If you insert the same component in the list repeatedly, you only increase the quantity
(number of pieces) of the given component.
• For search of the devices based on their properties and for other operations with the list of the
selected devices see Chap. 15.
• For search of accessories based on their properties and for other operations with the list of the
selected accessories see Chap. 17.
• The search function does not cover the user-defined databases (third-party devices, terminal
blocks, third-party accessories).
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19. Checking Temperature Rise in Distribution Boards

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A separate module designed for calculation of temperature rise in distribution boards allows you to
check whether the heat losses of fitted devices and conductors do not exceed the maximum value
determined by the manufacturer for the selected distribution board type, and to determine the
temperature rise and the temperature in the distribution board in accordance with the standard IEC
890+A1. The design of the distribution board must be performed in full prior to the calculation, as
follows:
• Select all devices from the database to be fitted in the distribution board (see Chap. 15);
• Design a suitable distribution board including its internal arrangement (see Chap. 6, 7, 8 a 9);
• Check the fit of the devices in order to verify whether all the selected devices can be inserted
into the chosen distribution board (see Chap. 15.11) – however, the devices do not necessarily
have to be fitted on rails in the distribution board.
The calculation itself is activated through the Temperature Rise function from the
Distribution Board drop-down menu, or by clicking on the respective icon. The calculation
procedure differs depending on the selected distribution board system:
• In case of Global-Line and Xboard compact distribution boxes, it is only checked whether the
heat losses of the fitted devices do not exceed the maximum value determined by the
manufacturer;
• In case of Profi Plus distribution boards, XVTL and xEnergy stand-alone distribution boxes,
the temperature rise calculation is carried out in accordance with the standard IEC 890+A1.
19.1 Checking the temperature rise in compact distribution boxes
1. Make a full design of the Global-Line or Xboard compact distribution box (see Chap. 6, 15).
2. Activate the calculation through the Temperature Rise function in the Distribution
Board drop-down menu, or by clicking on the respective icon.
Maximum allowed heat power loss of devices in the

compact distribution box as determined by the
manufacturer.
Space for any comments from the manufacturer

concerning the value of the maximum allowed
power loss in the compact distribution box.
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Total power loss of the selected devices in the

list (they do not necessarily have to be fitted
on rails of the compact distribution box).
View the list of selected devices and their power
losses. Possibility to add the power loss where the
value is missing.
Current coincidence factor. Coincident
power loss is equal to the square of the
defined factor.
Total coincident power loss of the selected devices
in the list, adjusted with regard to the coincidence
factor.
Space for any comments concerning the
power loss of the selected devices (e.g.
warning that the power loss value is missing
for some of the selected devices).
Check result: COMPLIANT – NON-COMPLIANT – CANNOT BE ASSESSED (cannot

be assessed when the power loss value is missing for some of the selected devices).
4. Click on the Settings >> button to view the list of selected devices and their power losses.
The list includes all selected devices (they do not necessarily have to be fitted on rails in the
compact distribution box):
Device, for which no power loss was entered (e.g. a third-party device or Moeller device where the
power loss value was not supplied by the manufacturer). The values can be edited (red numbers). The
power loss value must be defined for every device in order to be able to assess the temperature rise
(the minimum value is 0.01). The user is responsible for the correctness of the entered value and,
thus, also for the correctness of the calculations results.
• For Moeller devices, the entered value will be recorded in the database and will be
automatically used as a default value for the next use of the same device.
• For third-party devices, we recommend entering the power loss in the database of third-party
devices already prior to inserting the device to the distribution board (see Chap. 15.2).
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User-defined power loss. The values can be edited (black numbers).
Power loss of Moeller devices from the database. The values

cannot be edited (grey numbers).
Drag the edges to change the size of Click on the item with black or red number
the dialogue panel. and enter the new value.
5. Add the power loss value, if it is missing for any of the fitted devices, and click OK to close
the list of selected devices and their power losses.
6. Set the current coincidence factor according to the actual situation. This is the current
coincidence; the coincident power lose is equal to the square of the defined factor.
7. The result of the check is continuously shown in the bottom part of the dialogue. The result of
the check serves only as information for the user, the report cannot be printed in this case.
19.2 Checking the temperature rise in distribution boards
1. Make a full design of the Profi Plus distribution board (see Chap. 7, 8; 10-14 and 15) or of the
XVTL or xEnergy stand-alone distribution box (see Chap. 9, 10-14 and 15).
2. Activate the calculation through the Temperature Rise function in the Distribution
Board drop-down menu, or by clicking on the respective icon.
3. A dialogue panel appears allowing you to enter additional parameters necessary to calculate
the temperature rise in accordance with IEC 890+A1:
• In general: grey numbers are taken over from the distribution board design (e.g.
dimensions), or are determined through calculation of other values (e.g. power loss of
busbars) – they cannot be directly edited, it is necessary to modify the distribution board
design; black numbers are set at the default value and can be edited as desired.
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• Dimensions – are determined through the selected distribution board, cannot be directly
edited.
• Ambient temperature – a user-defined value to be used to calculate the temperature
inside the distribution board.
• Area of ventilation holes – the area of suction holes for the cooling air inlet (holes in the
bottom part of the distribution board). The outlet holes located in the top part must have a
greater or at least identical area. Cooling with naturally flowing air is envisaged
(auxiliary fans are not taken into account). The default value is set based on the selected
distribution board system and can be changed by the user, thus simulating the effect of
additional ventilation holes, for instance.
• Number of horizontal partitions – the number of horizontal partitions hindering the air
flow inside the distribution board. Those include e.g. partitions ensuring the internal
division of the individual areas, or an electric meter trough or an IZM power circuit-
breaker blocking nearly the entire distribution board depth, as the case may be. The
default value is set based on the selected distribution board type and can be changed by
the user.
• Method of installation – position of the distribution board section in the switchgear. The
default value is set based on the position of the distribution board (surface-mounted,
flush-mounted) and its position in the project structure tree (first section, internal section,
or end section in the row). By clicking on the image, it is possible to select a different,
more suitable position. The position description is shown below the images:
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Verbal description of position (method of Selected position (method of installation) of the

installation). distribution board.
Distribution board covered at all

sides, cooling through the door only
(e.g. flush-mounting or internal
section in a very low switchgear).
Distribution board covered at all sides, cooling
through the door and ceiling (e.g. internal section
in the switchgear, a row of distribution boards
close to the wall).
Distribution board covered at the side, cooling through the
door, rear wall and ceiling (e.g. internal section in a row of
distribution boards).
Distribution board covered at the side and in the back, cooling
through the door, side wall and ceiling (e.g. a separate distribution
board in the corner of the room).
Distribution board covered at the side, cooling through the door, side wall,
rear wall and ceiling (e.g. end section in a row of distribution boards).
Distribution board covered in the rear, cooling through the door, side
wall and ceiling (e.g. a stand-alone distribution board close to the wall).
Distribution board cooled from all sides (e.g. a stand-alone distribution
board at a sufficient distance from the wall and other objects).
• Power loss of main busbars – a simple

calculator allows you to define the heat losses
of the primary busbars (3 phases are considered
automatically; it is presumed that the current in
the N and PE conductors is negligible as
regards temperature rise):
• For xEnergy series distribution boards, the particular parameters (cross-section of
busbars, length) are set automatically according to the distribution board design.
Only the current load can be edited; in case of end section, for instance, it can be
significantly lower than the rated current of busbars. As regards primary busbars at
the top, these busbars do not contribute to the total temperature rise since the heat is
drawn off directly through the ceiling ventilation out of the distribution board.
• For other distribution boards, only the busbar length is predefined in accordance with
the width of the distribution board, and it can also be edited. Other values, such as
the cross-section and the current load, must be set according to the real situation.
• Power loss of dropper busbars – a simple
calculator allows you to determine the heat
losses of secondary busbars (3 phases are
considered automatically; it is presumed that
the current in the N and PE conductors is
negligible as regards temperature rise):
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• For xEnergy series distribution boards, vertical busbars in the length of 2 meters are
envisaged; the default values are set automatically based on the distribution board
design and can be edited.
• For Profi Plus series distribution boards, SS-type vertical busbars are envisaged; the
default values are set automatically based on the distribution board design and can be
edited.
• For XVTL series distribution boards, SASY and SS-type horizontal busbars are
envisaged; the default values are set automatically and can be edited. The possibility
of using several different busbar systems in a single distribution board is not taken
into account. In such case, it is necessary to use the calculator for conductors – see
above.
• Power loss of devices – the total power loss of the selected devices in the list (they do
not necessarily have to be fitted on rails in the distribution board). If the power loss is not
entered for some device, an information message appears. The total sum cannot be
directly edited, but the power loss of some devices (such as the third-party devices) can
be set by clicking on the Settings >> button.
Total power loss of the selected devices in the list (they do not
necessarily have to be fitted on rails in the distribution board).
View the list of selected devices and their power loss. Possibility to
add the power loss where the value is missing.
Space for any comments concerning the power loss of the
selected devices (e.g. warning that the power loss value is
missing for some of the selected devices).
Device, for which no power loss was entered (e.g. a third-party device or Moeller device where the power
loss value was not supplied by the manufacturer). The values can be edited (red numbers). The power loss
value must be defined for every device in order to be able to assess the temperature rise (the minimum
value is 0.01). The user is responsible for the correctness of the entered value and, thus, also for the
correctness of the calculations results.
• For Moeller devices, the entered value will be recorded in the database and will be automatically
used as a default value for the next use of the same device.
• For third-party devices, we recommend entering the power loss in the database of third-party
devices already prior to inserting the device to the distribution board (see Chap. 15.2).
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User-defined power loss. The values can be edited (black numbers).
Power loss of Moeller devices from the database. The values cannot be
edited (grey numbers). Power loss at rated current.
Drag the edges to change the size of Click on the item with black or red number
the dialogue panel. and enter the new value.
• Power loss of conductors – heat loss of conductors can be either estimated based on
practical experience and entered as a specific value, or calculated by means of a
calculator. The conductor cross-sections, lengths and current flows are entered in the
calculator. The power loss is calculated automatically. In order to estimate the length of
smaller cross-section conductors, you can take ca 0.5m of conductor per device pole. The
current should be entered according to the rated current of the device to be connected. In
case of various values of rated currents, use the maximum value. Attention should be paid
particularly to conductors with larger cross-section and higher current load. The more
precise values you enter, the more relevant the calculation result of the total temperature
rise will be.
Total power loss of conductors; it is possible to enter a specific
value or to perform the calculation using the calculator.
Start up the calculator to calculate the

power loss of conductors.
Cross-section of the conductor.
Total length of conductors of the respective cross-section
(estimation hint: ca 0.5m per device pole).
Current in the conductors of the respective cross-

section (rated current of the devices to be connected).
Power loss in conductors of the relevant
cross-section.
Total power loss in conductors.
Click on the cell and enter the required value. Press

Enter key to go to the next cell.
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• Coincidence factor – here you can define the value of

the current coincidence factor. The total power loss of
devices and conductors in the distribution board are then
proportional to the square of this factor. The standard IEC 890 requires the temperature
rise to be calculated for the maximum current load of the individual devices and for
coincidence factor 1. Nevertheless, you can obtain more relevant data by entering the real
coincidence coefficient.
• Maximum possible power loss – the maximum possible power loss of devices and
conductors in the distribution board according to the manufacturer’s recommendation.
The value is available for certain versions only and cannot be changed by the user.
4. When all parameters are set according to the actual situation, click on Calculation to start up
the calculation process. The temperature rise will be calculated in accordance with IEC
890+A1 and the results will be shown in the dialogue panel:
Calculated temperature rise and temperature in the various

parts of the distribution board.
Diagram of
temperature
distribution in the
distribution board
according to IEC
890.
Space for
information message
concerning the
calculation (e.g. the
limits defined by the
standard exceeded,
Generate a detailed Show the detailed dialogue panel etc.).
calculation report in containing the individual
a format suitable for calculation subtotals. See below.
Microsoft Excel.
Print a detailed calculation
report to printer.
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Print a detailed Generate a detailed Show the brief dialogue panel. See above.
calculation calculation report in a
report to printer. format suitable for
Microsoft Excel.
5. Click Close to close the dialogue panel with the calculation results.
6. Click Close to close the dialogue panel with the temperature rise calculation. The individual
user-modified parameters will be saved together with the distribution board and used for the
next calculation.
Notes:
• In case the calculated temperature rise is non-compliant (too high temperature in the
distribution board, the power loss of devices and conductors exceed the maximum value
recommended by the manufacturer for the relevant distribution board), it is necessary to
modify the distribution board design as follows:
• Verify the parameters, which can be modified by the user (the current for primary busbars,
the length and current loads for conductors).
• Verify the coincidence coefficient. The power loss of devices is taken into account with
rated current load; however, the device is not always fully loaded.
• Select a larger distribution board or divide the distribution board into several separate
sections.
• Consider the possibility to add or enlarge the ventilation holes.
• Select a different distribution board system.
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By means of the Information about Project function, you can set the basic information about the
processed project, which will be in turn shown in the title block attached to every sheet of the
breakdown list of components.
Procedure:
1. Select Information about Project from the File

drop-down menu.
2. A dialogue panel will open, in which you enter data
in the respective fields step by step:
Project identification.
Project identification number.
Date of design preparation.
Name of the design author.
Note to the design, any text can be specified.
3. Click OK. The entered data will be recorded in the system. When printing the breakdown list
of components (see Chap. 21.2) and the dimensional drawing (see Chap. 22.2) to a printer, a
title block filled with the data specified here will be printed on the bottom of every page.
Notes:
• The entered data can be modified by activating the Information about Project function again.
• The function is called automatically prior to the first saving of a project to file on the hard disk,
i.e. prior the first activation of the Save function (Chap. 25.1) and prior to every activation of the
Save As function (Chap. 25.1).
• An example of the description field (title block) displayed at the bottom of every sheet
containing the breakdown list of components and a dimensional drawing. It clearly shows the
method of displaying the particular values defined in the Information about Project function:
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The breakdown list represents a list of all components, which either constitute the distribution board
together or which are necessary for all distribution boards in the project. It can be generated:
• to window - print preview of the breakdown list,
• to printer - breakdown list print to an output device,
• to data file - the breakdown list generated in this manner is not linked to the distribution board
anymore and will not be updated automatically. It allows you to print the breakdown list in
text mode by means of standard text editors or to you data from the breakdown list in other
applications - calculations, accounting, stock management etc.
The program automatically reflects the known context and connections for the given distribution
board system. The price of the individual components as well as the total project price is
determined automatically. The catalogue price is taken as the basis for Moeller components and
will be adjusted further with respect to the settings of discounts and surcharges (see Chap. 21.5). As
for other components (third party devices, terminal blocks, …), the price specified by the user will
be indicated without any further modification. The parameters of the breakdown list generation as
well as its form and printing method can be modified (for more details see Chap. 26.1, 26.2).
21.1 Preview of the breakdown list of components
The breakdown list of components can be generated at any stage of the project design. The system
will create a list of components according to various criteria and relations described in the
beginning of this chapter. The created list is shown in a dialogue window (breakdown list preview)
where you can check its contents.
1. Select the Print Preview item from the File drop-down menu or click on the
corresponding icon in the tool bar.
2. A dialogue panel will open, in which you specify, which breakdown list you want to view.
Then click OK (Tip: it is sufficient to double click on the selected item). The selected
breakdown list will be shown in a separate window.
• Breakdown list for the currently edited distribution board.
• Breakdown lists for all distribution boards in the project (the breakdown lists of individual
distribution boards of the project will be displayed successively).
• Breakdown list for the entire project (this is the summary of materials of the breakdown
lists for individual distribution boards of the project).
• Dimensional drawing for the currently edited distribution board (enabled for printing or
data exporting only; there is no point in displaying the dimensional drawing preview
because the dimensional drawing of the distribution board is shown in the window next to
the project structure tree).
• Dimensional drawings for all distribution boards in the project (enabled for printing only;
the dimensional drawings of individual distribution boards of the project will be printed or
exported successively).
• Breakdown list + dimensional drawing for the currently edited distribution board (enabled
for printing only; the breakdown list and the dimensional drawing are printed at one go,
with one click).
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The component breakdown list of the

distribution board being edited will be
displayed (the dimensional drawing of this
distribution board is shown in the window
next to project structure tree).
The breakdown lists of individual distribution

boards of the project will be displayed
successively. After one window is closed, another
window will be displayed.
The material breakdown list for the whole
project will be displayed – this is the summary
of materials of the breakdown lists for
individual distribution boards of the project.
There is no point in displaying the dimensional
drawing preview because the dimensional
drawing of the distribution board is shown in
the window next to the project structure tree
(enabled for printing only).
The breakdown list and the dimensional drawing

Number of copies can are printed at one go, with one click (enabled for
only be set for printing printing only).
by means of the printer.
Setting of the parameters for the breakdown list
generation and print – see Chap. 26.1, 26.2.
Identification name of the distribution The widths of the columns

board in the project is specified by the user. can be changed by
dragging the partitions.
Items are displayed in the

order of printing on
paper, sorting can be
modified. See Chap. 26.1.
Reports printed at the

footer of the breakdown
list can be modified. See
Chap. 26.1
The size of the window
can be adjusted by
dragging the edges.
Notes:
• Breakdown lists of components can be printed to printer by means of the Print function (see
Chap. 21.2).
• The information to be used in this title block can be entered by means of the Information
about Project function (see Chap. 20). The title block is shown only when printing the
breakdown list of components to printer.
• The generation algorithm can be modified by means of the Options function (see Chap. 26.1).
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21.2 Printing the breakdown list of components to printer
1. Select the Print item from the File drop-down menu or click on the corresponding icon
in the tool bar.
2. A dialogue panel will open, in which you specify which breakdown list you want to be
printed (similarly to the breakdown list preview procedure - see Chap. 21.1), select the
required number of copies and click OK. The selected breakdown list will be printed. Printing
to A4 format paper is presumed. The arrangement of the breakdown list in the paper is
identical with its arrangement in the Preview dialogue window (see Chap. 21.1).
Information about the currently set output

device type, to which the list will be printed.
Changing the properties of the currently set output
device type, to which the list will be printed (changing
the type, port, paper size, paper orientation, ...).
The required number of copies is already set in the

dialogue panel for breakdown list selection; leave
the value of 1 here.
Execution of the print to the currently set
output device type.
Forced interruption of the function
without print execution.
Print scope setting – print only some pages of the breakdown list.
Print scope setting – print all pages of the breakdown list.
Notes:
• In case there are any unfitted devices or blind flanges in the distribution board, or in case the
distribution board is not fully covered with cover plates, the program will alert the user on
this situation through a warning message. However, the breakdown list will be printed. In
such case, we recommend checking the list of devices (see Chap. 15.6), blind flanges (see
Chap. 13) and cover plates (see Chap. 12) as to whether the unfitted pieces are not
unnecessarily “excessive” or whether they cannot be mounted into the distribution board.
• By means of the Options function, you can modify the length of the page (number of lines
per page), the size of the left page margin and the font height (see Chap. 26.2).
• By means of the Options function, it is also possible to modify the breakdown list generation
algorithm and the printing method - see Chap. 26.1.
• The title block (description field) is shown at the bottom of every sheet. The data to be used in
this title block must be entered prior to starting the print in the Information about Project
function (see Chap. 20).
21.3 Exporting the breakdown list
The Export function enables you to export data from the breakdown list of components into a data
file in a format suitable for text editors or spreadsheet processors. It is also possible to modify the
coding of national characters depending on the requirements of the program, which will be used for
further processing of the data from this data file.
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1. Select the Export item from the File drop-down menu.

2. A dialogue panel will open, in which you specify which
breakdown list you want to be exported (similarly to the
breakdown list preview procedure - see Chap. 21.1) and click
OK.
3. Another dialogue panel will open, in which you specify the
output file format and character coding:
File type suitable for spreadsheet

processors. The individual columns of
the breakdown list will be separated
by tabulators. The file has a standard
TAB extension.
File type suitable for text processors,
such as Notepad, Word etc. The
individual columns of the breakdown
list will be separated by spaces. The
file has a standard TXT extension.
File type suitable for import to SAP

system for offer/order making. For
internal use within the Moeller
company only.
Standard character coding used in Database file in the DBASE III format
programs running under Windows, suitable for accounting programs,
such as Microsoft Word, Excel, information systems etc.
NotePad, and other. We don’t Direct export for Microsoft Excel
recommend changing these settings. spreadsheet processor; Microsoft Excel
must be installed on the computer.
Close the dialogue panel by clicking OK. A dialogue panel will open (similar to that opening with
the Save function, see Chap. 25.1), in which you enter the file name and the directory (folder)
where the exported file is to be saved.
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Moving one level higher in the

directory (folder) tree.
Creating a new directory (folder).
Setting the method of
representation of files in the
currently open directory (folder) –
either as icons or as a list.
Setting the directory (folder), into
which the file is to be saved.
Files of the same type in the
current directory (folder).
Name of the file, to which the

breakdown list is to be exported.
The name of the project file is
offered as a preset value.
Encoding and extension of

the output file.
4. Click Save to close the dialogue panel. The breakdown list will be exported to the file.
Notes:
• In case there are any unfitted devices or blind flanges in the distribution board, or in case the
distribution board is not fully covered with cover plates, the program will alert the user on
this situation through a warning message. However, the breakdown list will be printed. In
such case, we recommend checking the list of devices (see Chap. 15.6), blind flanges (see
Chap. 13) and cover plates (see Chap. 12) as to whether the unfitted pieces are not
unnecessarily “excessive” or whether they cannot be mounted into the distribution board.
• The arrangement of the breakdown list in the file is identical with the arrangement of the
breakdown list in the dialogue window Breakdown List of Components: Preview (see
Chap. 21.1), except for the export to Excel, where various versions of column arrangement
are possible.
• By means of the Program setting function, it is possible to modify the algorithm of the
breakdown list generation and column arrangement for the export to Excel – see Chap. 26.1.
• The exported file also includes the information about the project. This data must be specified
by means of the Project Information function before the export is started (see Chap. 20).
• Contact your SAP system administrator as regards the procedure for the import of files from
the M-PROFIL program into the SAP system.
21.4 Calculating the total project price
The calculation of the total project price can be carried out in any stage of the project design.
Select the Total Price item from the Tools drop-down menu or click on the corresponding
icon in the tool bar. The system will calculate the current total price of the project with respect to
the Options - Chap. 26.1 (automatic search for the required components, rounding up of the
component quantity for packages, etc.). The catalogue price is taken as the basis to calculate the
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price of Moeller components and adjusted according to the current settings of discounts and
surcharges (see Chap. 21.5). As for other components (third-party devices, third-party accessories,
terminal blocks), the price specified by the user is understood to be the final price and shall not be
modified any further.
Possibility to modify the settings of

discounts and surcharges with the
subsequent new calculation of the total
price. For more detail see Chap. 20.5.
21.5 Discount and surcharge settings
All Moeller components are divided into a certain number of groups. A discount (discount
percentage from the catalogue price, with the result being the purchase price) and a surcharge
(percentage increase to the purchase price) can be set for every group - as a percentage rate. The
price of every component is then determined as follows:
PurchasePrice = CataloguePrice - CataloguePrice * Discount / 100

Price = PurchasePrice + PurchasePrice * Surcharge / 100
The application of group discounts and surcharges can be disabled and replaced with the price
coefficient applied jointly for all items in the price list. The price of every component is then
determined as follows:
Price = CataloguePrice * PriceCoefficient
The Discounts and Surcharges function allows you to set both the values of discounts and
surcharges for each group of components as well as the price coefficient value. The function can be
activated either from the Options dialogue panel or from dialogue panels showing the price of the
selected component or the project price, as the case may be.
1. Select the Options item from the Tools drop-down menu.

2. Select the Breakdown List tab and click on the button “Settings of
Discounts and Surcharges”. Alternatively, click on the button
“Settings of Discounts and Surcharges” in the dialogue panel
showing the component price and the total project price.
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Name of the file containing the currently edited table of

discounts and surcharges (name of the table of discounts and
surcharges associated with the edited project).
Component group selected for further editing
Take over the settings of discounts and

surcharges from a data file and create
association with the edited project.
Save the current settings of discounts and
surcharges to a data file and create
association with the edited project.
Code of the group, the values of which you modify
Specification of the new discount value
for the selected component group.
Specification of the new surcharge value

for the selected component group.
Record the new specified values of
discount and surcharge in the table.
Enable the application of the price coefficient.

If this item is ticked, the catalogue price of
every component will be multiplied by the
specified price coefficient. Settings in the table
of discounts and surcharges will be ignored.
Current value of the price coefficient. If

End and exit editing, Forced termination of the switch on the left is enabled, the
the changed values editing, the changed catalogue price of every component will
will be recorded values will not be be multiplied by the value specified here.
permanently in the recorded in the
system (regardless of system.
the edited project).
3. A dialogue panel will open, in which you click on the line corresponding to the group of
components for which you want to set the discount and surcharge.
4. Click in the field next to the item Discount … Enter the new discount value (in %).
5. Click in the field next to the item Surcharge … Enter the new surcharge value (in %).
6. Click on the “Record in Table” button (or press Enter key). The new value entered must
appear in the list of the component groups.
7. Repeat steps 3-6 until you make all settings in all discount groups.
8. If you want to use the price coefficient (joint value for all items in the price list), tick the item
“Use price coefficient instead of discounts and surcharges”. Enter the new price coefficient
value in the field to the right from this switch.
9. If you use several settings of discounts and surcharges (e.g. for different customers), you can
save the current settings of discounts and surcharges to a separate file independent of the
currently edited distribution board, or you can load a previously saved settings without the
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need to edit the individual values again and, thus, create an association between the table of
discounts and surcharges and the edited project:
• Click on the “Save table to a different file” button. A dialogue panel will open (similar
to that opening with the Save function, see Chap. 25.1), in which you enter the file name
and the directory (folder) where the table is to be saved.
• Click on the “Load table from a different file” button. A dialogue panel will open
(similar to that opening with the Open function, see Chap. 25.2), in which you enter the
file name and the directory (folder) from where the table is to be loaded. The individual
items will be set according to the previously set values. The possible modifications will
be recorded automatically in the open file. The name of the currently opened file is
shown in the dialogue panel header.
Notes:
• Once you use one of the above-described functions, a link will be created between the
currently opened project and the defined file containing the table of discounts and
surcharges. Such associated table will automatically be loaded when the project is opened.
• The associated table is searched for in the defined directory or in the same directory where
the project file is located. In case it is not found, the standard “system” table RAB.DAT
from the directory ...\DATA\ is used.
• The settings from the system file RAB.DAT in the directory ...\DATA\ is
automatically loaded for every new project. This table is used until an association is
created using one of the above-described functions.
10. Close the dialogue panel by clicking OK. The entered values will be recorded in the table of
discounts and surcharges and will remain set permanently until the next change (regardless of
the project saving method).
Example: You are preparing projects for company ABC, which is granted a 28% discount for the
product group CA. You want to create the table of discounts and surcharges for company ABC - file
Discounts-ABC.DAT and to associate this file with the offer projects.
1. Open a new project (function New, Chap. 25.2). The standard “system” table RAB.DAT is
used automatically from the directory ...\DATA\.
2. Save the project to file, e.g. OfferCompanyABC.FGP (function Save, Chap. 25.1).
4. Click on the Breakdown List tab to select it as the current tab and click on Settings of
Discounts and Surcharges.
5. Set the discount for group CA to 28%:
• Click on the CA line.
• Enter the value 28% in the item Discount for group CA.
• Click on the Record to table button (or press Enter key).
6. Click on the Save table to a different file button. A dialogue panel will open (similar to that
opening with the Save function, see Chap. 25.1), in which you enter the file name
Discounts-ABC.DAT and the directory (folder) where the table of discounts is to be saved
(e.g. ...\PROJECTS_M-PROFIL\DISCOUNTS).
7. Click OK to close the dialogue panel.
8. Save the project to a data file (function Save, Chap. 25.1).
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9. From this moment on, the project OfferCompanyABC.FGP is linked to the discount table
Discounts-ABC.DAT. Whenever you open this project again, the associated table
Discounts-ABC.DAT will be automatically loaded from the directory
...\PROJECTS_M-PROFIL\DISCOUNTS.
10. If you need to send the file to your colleague by e-mail, send both the file
OfferCompanyABC.FGP containing the project as well as the file Discounts-
ABC.DAT containing the table of discounts. Your colleague has to save the two files to one
directory. When he/she opens the project, the associated table of discounts will be loaded
automatically.
11. You are preparing another project for company ABC: simply associate the already existing
table Discounts-ABC.DAT with the new project (the Load table from a different file
button in the dialogue panel for Settings of Discounts and Surcharges) – the file
Discounts-ABC.DAT will be a common file used for all projects for company ABC.
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21.6 Calculation of distribution board weight
This function allows you to determine an indicative weight of the distribution board and the devices
fitted therein.
1. Select the Weight item from the Distribution Board drop-down menu, or click on the
2. A list appears, showing all the components comprising the distribution board and their
weights. The total weight of the distribution board and the weight of the devices fitted therein
are indicated in the bottom part. If the weight is not available for any product, such item is
indicated in red. In such case, the indicated total weight is only indicative.
Weight for the specified quantity. If

List of components the weight is not available, zero is
comprising the indicated in the line and the item is
Identification name of the distribution highlighted in red. In such case, the
distribution board
board in the project defined by the indicated total weight is only
(breakdown list).
user. indicative.
Total weight of the Information message Weight of the

distribution board concerning the indicated fitted devices. Drag the windows edges
including the fitted total weight. to change its size.
devices.
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Information about the real dimensions of the designed distribution board can be obtained from
dimensional drawing. The drawing shows the appearance of the distribution board including an
indication of the internal configuration (fitted devices and blind flanges) and the main dimensions
are provided. All dimensions are quoted in millimetres. The drawing is always sketched in scale so
you can estimate the overall proportions. The drawing footer is formed by a standard table, identical
to the one appearing in case of the breakdown list, which contains information about the project (for
their entry see Chap. 20).
22.1 Preview of the distribution board dimensional drawing
If you click on a distribution board in the project structure tree, the dimensional drawing of the
distribution board will appear in the right part of the window (provided some distribution board
system has already been defined).
In Options under the Print tab (see Chap. 26.2), it is possible to activate the showing of printable
area margins – a dash and dot line defining the graphic area, the contents of which will be printed to
paper. Any free graphics or other graphic objects lying outside of the shown margins cannot be
printed.
Selected distribution board in the project Functions for dimensional

structure tree; its dimensional drawing is drawing view control (Zoom)
shown in the window on the right. see Chap. 22.
Switch for Frame/Door

view see Chap. 5.8.
Graphic area margins.
Only graphic objects
inside those margins
will be printed to paper.
The margin line view
switch is available in
Options under the Print
tab (see Chap. 27.2).
The margin line itself,

defining the graphic area,
will never be printed to
paper.
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22.2 Printing the distribution board dimensional drawing
1. Select the Print item from the File drop-down menu or click on the corresponding
icon in the tool bar.
2. A dialogue panel will open, in which you specify which drawing you want to be printed
(similarly to the breakdown list preview procedure - see Chap. 21.1), set the required number
of copies and click OK. Tip: it is sufficient to double click on the selected item.
Dimensional drawing for the currently

edited distribution board will be
printed – only one drawing.
Dimensional drawings for all distribution
boards in the project will be printed – several
drawings depending on the number of
distribution boards in the project
The breakdown list and the dimensional drawing
are printed at one go, with one click.
Settings of breakdown list generation and print

parameters, for more details see Chap. 25.1, 25.2.
Required number of copies of the
dimensional drawing.
3. Specify the output device for print.

Information about the currently set output
device type, to which the list will be printed.
Changing the properties of the currently set output

device type, to which the list will be printed (changing
the type, port, paper size, paper orientation, ...).
The required number of copies is already set in the

previous dialogue panel; leave the value of 1 here.
Execution of the print to the currently set

output device type.
Forced interruption of the function without
print execution.
Notes:
• In case the print results are not satisfactory, check the scale settings.
• The dimensional drawing can be printed:
• To automatically defined scale: the dimensional drawing is reduced or enlarged so that it
fully fills the defined drawing area (maximum to area);
• To a fixed user-defined scale.
• The scale setting can be changed in Options under the Print tab – see Chap. 26.2.
• The thickness of lines in the dimensional drawing can be modified in Options under the Print
tab – see Chap. 26.2.
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• Show printable area margins – a dash and dot line is shown, defining the graphic area, the
contents of which will be printed to paper – see Chap. 22.1. Any free graphics or other
graphic objects lying outside of the shown margins cannot be printed.
• A description field (title block) is shown at the bottom of every sheet. The data to be used in
this title block must be entered through the Information about Project function (see Chap.
20) prior to starting the printing process. Indication of the full path to the data file in the title
block can be enabled/disabled in Options (see Chap. 26.1).
• By means of the Switch Frame/Door View function, it is possible to set the layout in such a
way as to show and print only the doors fitted with devices, or only the frame with rails and
devices, or both of these two eventualities (see Chap. 5.10).
• The quality of the dimensional-drawing printout depends considerably on the capabilities of
the output device.
22.3 Exporting the distribution-board dimensional drawing
The program allows you to export graphics to DXF (universal

exchangeable format for CAD systems). This allows the subsequent
import of the dimensional drawing into CAD systems supporting the
DXF format (such as AutoCAD). Graphics breakdown into layers,
colours and line types is supported. Front views of the device are
exported as blocks. Basic information about the project is attached.
Alternatively, the possibility of exporting the graphics to BMP (raster
format) remains.
1. Select the Export item from the File drop-down menu.

2. A dialogue panel will open. Select Dimensional drawing for currently edited distribution
board item. Click OK button.
3. A dialogue panel will open (similar to that opening with the Save function, see Chap. 25.1),
in which you enter the file name and the directory (folder) where the exported file is to be
saved.
Setting the method of

representation of files in the
currently open directory (folder)
– either as icons or as a list.
Name of the file, to which the

graphics is to be exported. The
project file name is offered as
default value.
Format and extension of the
output file (DXF, or BMP).
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4. Click Save to close the dialogue panel. The dimensional drawing will be exported to the file
of the selected format.
Note:
• By means of the Program Setting function, the Export to DXF tab, it is possible to set the
layer colours and thus also the colours of the individual graphical objects to be exported to the
DXF file (see Chap. 26.7).
• By means of the Program Setting function, the Breakdown List tab, the indication of the
data file complete path in the description field can be turned on/off (see Chap. 26.1).
• By means of the Program Setting function, the Export do DXF tab, it is possible to define
the DXF file compatibility with various AutoCAD versions (see Chap. 26.7). It is advisable to
change the setting if you have difficulties with loading the created DXF file.
• By means of the Program Setting function, the Export do DXF tab, the export of the
summary information about the distribution board can be turned on/off (see Chap. 26.7) – this
summary information can also be shown by means of the Information about the Type of the
Edited Distribution Board function (see Chap. 5.9).
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23. View Control (Zoom)

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The view control (zooming in and out in the design sections) is based on the
method of operation applied in CAD systems (such as AutoCAD). The program
makes drawings in area having the dimensions of infinity x infinity. The screen of
your monitor is only like a zooming glass, a “peep-hole” through which you look
at a part of the infinite drawing area. Depending on if the zooming glass is further
from or closer to the area, you see a larger or smaller part of the design in it, with
smaller or larger details. The individual functions can be activated from the View
drop-down menu, or by clicking on the appropriate icon in the tool bar or from the
pop-up context menu, as the case may be, which is displayed after clicking the right mouse button
inside the graphics area.
23.1 Regenerating images
1. Select the Regen item from the View drop-down menu.

2. The image will be regenerated - image faults will be eliminated. It is recommended to be used
e.g. after changing the main program window dimensions by dragging its edge or in case of
faulty image of the dimensional drawing after a non-standard termination of editing operation.
23.2 Pan
1. Select the Pan item from the View drop-down menu or click on the icon in the tool bar.
2. The pan mode is activated. The standard mouse pointer (usually an arrow) is changed
to the pan pointer (arrows up/down, left/right). Click to the image with your mouse, hold the
left button down and move the mouse slowly. The dimensional drawing is dragged
simultaneously with the mouse move. The fitted devices, blind flanges and side view of the
Profi Plus distribution boards are not drawn during the move. Note: on slower computers, the
movement can be jerky or the drawing might not move at all. In such case use the scroll bars
at the side of the graphics area.
3. Release the left mouse button - the dimensional drawing will be repainted in the new position.
4. Press Esc to exit the pan mode (or click with the right mouse button and select Exit
Zoom/Pan from the pop-up context menu).
Scroll-bars to
scroll through
the distribution
board drawing.
The mouse pointer shape in the Pan mode.
Click the left mouse button, hold it down and drag the mouse.
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Tip: the pan function can be also activated by pressing the middle mouse button (the scroll wheel)
even parallel to another performed command.
23.3 Zoom in/zoom out
1. Select the Zoom item from the View drop-down menu or click on the corresponding
icon in the tool bar.
2. The Zoom Realtime mode is activated. The standard mouse pointer (usually an arrow) is
changed to the Zoom Realtime pointer (arrow up/down). Click to the image with your mouse,
hold the left button down and move the mouse slowly. When moving upwards, the image is
enlarged (zoomed in); when moving downwards it is reduced (zoomed out). The fitted
devices, blind flanges and side view of the Profi Plus distribution boards are not drawn during
the move.
• Note: on slower computers, the movement can be jerky or the drawing might not move at
all. In such case use the Zoom Window function to enlarge the image (see Chap. 23.4)
and the Zoom All function to reduce the image (see Chap. 23.6).
• Tip: The function sensitivity (ratio between the distance dragged by the mouse and the
image size) can be set by means of the Options function under the System tab (see Chap. 26.6).
3. Release the left mouse button - the dimensional drawing will be repainted in the new position.
4. Press Esc to exit the Zoom Realtime mode (or click with the right mouse button and select
Exit Zoom/Pan from the pop-up context menu).
Scrolling
through the
distribution
board view in
the window is
possible by
means of the
Pan function,
see Chap. 22.2.
Click the left mouse button, hold it down and drag the mouse.
Mouse pointer shape in the Zoom Realtime mode.
23.4 Zooming in a part of the design (Zoom Window)
1. Select the Zoom Window item from the View drop-down menu or click on the
2. The Zoom Window mode is activated. The standard mouse pointer (usually an arrow) is
changed to the Zoom Window pointer (crosshair). Specify the area you want to be zoomed-in:
click the first corner of the rectangle and move the mouse - a rectangle is dragged defining the
area to be zoomed-in. Click the opposite corner of the rectangle.
• Tip: by means of the Options function under the System tab (see Chap. 26.6), it is
possible to modify the Zoom Window control (either identical to AutoCAD: click-click -
default setting, or identical to Windows: click-hold).
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3. The specified area will be zoomed-in. You can return to the previous image by using the
Zoom Previous function (see Chap. 23.5).
Click the left mouse button and move the mouse to

specify the area you want to be zoomed-in.
Mouse pointer shape in the Zoom Window mode (crosshair).
23.5 Return to the previous image (Zoom Previous)
1. Select the Zoom Previous item from the View drop-down menu or click on the
2. The previous image will (if any) will be restored. Only one single step can be restored.
23.6 Viewing the distribution board image (Zoom All)
1. Select the Zoom All item from the View drop-down menu or click on the
2. The front view of the distribution board will appear. The image will be zoomed in or out in
order to show the entire distribution board drawing in the current graphical window.
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24. Geometric Tools

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Geometric tools are designed for measurements in the dimensional drawing:
The relevant functions are found in the Tools drop-down menu.
24.1 Distance measurement
1. Select the Distance item from the Tools drop-down menu.

2. The measurement mode is activated. The standard mouse pointer (usually an arrow) is
changed to the measuring pointer (crosshair). Click the first point in the image.
3. Click the other point. A dialogue panel appears showing the distance between the clicked
points. The determination of the point coordinates can be influenced by drawing tools (Grid,
Snap and Ortho tools (see Chap. 16.7, 16.7.1)).
Second clicked point
Distance
Delta Y
First clicked point. Delta X
24.2 Determination of point coordinates
1. Select the Point Coordinates item from the Tools drop-down menu.
2. The measurement mode is activated. The standard mouse pointer (usually an arrow) is
changed to the measuring pointer (crosshair). Click the point in the image, the coordinates of
which you want to determine. A dialogue panel appears indicating the point coordinates. The
coordinate system origin is in the inner bottom left corner of the distribution box. The
determination of the point coordinates can be influenced by drawing tools (Grid, Snap and
Ortho tools). Also, the continuous indication of the cursor coordinates at the status line can be
turned on (see Chap. 16.7, 16.7.1).
Clicked point
Coordinate system origin = bottom left

internal corner of the distribution box.
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25. Working with Files

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The distribution board design can be continuously saved to a data file on your hard disk in order to
keep the data for future editing. All information about the distribution board design is in a single
file with the standard *.FGP extension and the name of the file is determined by the user. All
operations with the files can be carried out by using the functions from the File drop-down menu or
by means of the icons in the tool bar.
25.1 Saving your distribution board design to a file on the disk
The current state of a distribution board design can be saved to a file

located on the hard disk by means of the Save and Save As… functions
from the File drop-down menu.
When activating the Save function for the first time with no file
name specified before, the user is required to enter the file name
and directory (folder), where the file is to be saved. During the
second and next calls of this function, all changes to the design are
automatically saved to the data file, the name of which was entered
during the first function activation. The name of the currently edited file is shown on top of the M-
PROFIL dialogue panel.
Every time the Save As… function is activated, the user is required to enter the file name and the
directory (folder), where the file is saved. In this manner it is possible, for instance, to save the
current design to a file with different name, thus, copying the original design to be used for further
editing. The name of the currently edited file is shown on top of the M-PROFIL dialogue panel.

Setting the method of representation of
files in the currently open directory
(folder) – either as icons or as a list.
Name of the file, to which the project

is to be saved. The .FGP extension is
attached automatically.
Setting the structure – format

of the output file.
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The current name of the edited file is shown on top of the M-PROFIL dialogue panel:
Name of the edited file.
25.2 Loading (opening) a file with distribution board design
A previously created data file with a distribution board design is loaded by means of the
Open function from the File drop-down menu. First of all, the system performs the default
state settings - checks whether the currently opened design was saved. If this is not the case,
it will generate a message asking about their saving (see Chap. 25.3). In the next step, the user is
asked for the directory (folder) and the file name:
Setting the directory
(folder), from which the Moving one level higher in the
file is to be loaded. directory (folder) tree.
Setting the method of representation of

files in the currently open directory
(folder) – either as icons or as a list.
Files with the existing projects in the
current directory (folder). Click on the
file name you want to open.
Name of the file you want to open,

the .FGP extension does not have
to be specified.
Setting the structure – format

of the loaded file.
The loaded file can be edited in any manner by using M-PROFIL tools.
Notes:
• Reverse compatibility with older M-PROFIL versions is maintained, i.e. *.FGP files created
in older program versions can be loaded in 3.x version, however, files from the current
version cannot be loaded in older and read versions.
• When loading files created in previous version, Moeller devices that are not manufactured
anymore will be replaced automatically with their new equivalents. The user is informed on
the result through a table of substitutions, which is shown for every distribution board in the
loaded project:
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Name of the Method of substitution: if no equivalent was

distribution found, the device is not loaded; if some equivalent Identification of the
board in the Original was found, the device was replaced; if the device device in the
project. device. is still produced, it is left here without change. distribution board.
Drag the edges of the dialogue Drag the partitions in the table Item that is used as substitution
panel to change its dimensions. header to adjust the column width. of the original device, which is
not manufactured anymore.
25.3 Editing a new distribution board
If you want to start editing a new distribution board = set the program to the default state,
use the New Project command from the File drop-down menu. First of all, the system
checks whether the currently opened design was saved. If this is not the case, it will
generate a message asking about its saving:
Activates the Save function automatically (see Chap. 24.1)
to save the current state of the design to your hard disk.
Afterwards it continues in the New function.
Does not save the current state of the device anywhere

and continues directly in the New function.
Forced interruption of the function; nothing happens and it is
possible to continue in editing of the current project.
Depending on the user’s response, it will set the default state of the program (identical situation as
if you would exit the program - see Chap. 25.4 and launch it again - see Chap. 3.2).
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25.4 Ending the program session
If you would like to terminate your M-PROFIL session, use the Exit
command from the File drop-down menu or close the main program
window by clicking on the X in the upper right corner. First of all, the
system checks whether the currently opened design was saved. If this is
not the case, it will generate a message asking about their saving (see
Chap. 25.3). Afterwards the program will be closed.
To exit M-PROFIL, click on

the X to close the main
program window.
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26. Options
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The Options function allows you to set the global variables affecting the
program behaviour as a whole in an easy way by means of a dialogue panel.
The particular setting features defined in the function are recorded in the
system and maintained until their next change regardless of the edited
project. The individual setting features are saved in the M-PROFIL.INI
file in the program root directory. The file may not be write-protected.
26.1 Setting the breakdown list generation algorithm
The Options function allows you to modify the parameters of breakdown list generation and its
form. Therefore it is possible to meet various requirements on the breakdown list form (division in
pages, indication of prices, …) as well as on the generating method (quantity rounded up to
packages, price coefficient specification, …).

2. A dialogue panel will open, in which you click on the Breakdown List tab. A dialogue panel
for the breakdown list configuration appears:
Settings for the breakdown list

generation algorithm. For more detail
see below.
Possibility to modify the algorithm of the

breakdown list generation and column
arrangement for the export to Excel
Settings for the method of sorting the

components in the breakdown list.
Settings of discounts and surcharges

for the individual component groups,
for more details see Chap. 21.5.
• Round the quantity of components to full packages: Some components are supplied in
fixed packages containing a certain number of components. These packages cannot be divided
further into smaller parts (this concerns primarily some components from the category of
accessories). When determining the quantity of a component, the following situations are possible:
• if this item is ticked, the quantity will be rounded with respect to package size and the
number of packages will be indicated in the breakdown list whereas the price will be
determined as a multiple of the price for the full package;
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• if this item is NOT ticked (recommended), no rounding will be performed and the actual
required quantity of components will be indicated whereas the price will be determined
as the price for the actually needed quantity of components even if this concerns a
package fraction.
• Note: quantity of some components (BPZ-MSW side wall, BEL fastening element, TIW
depth strap, SSN support, ...) is always rounded with respect to package size, regardless
off settings this switch.
• Specify prices for the particular components in the breakdown list:
• if this item is ticked (recommended), prices will be indicated in the breakdown list as
calculated according to the price list and adjusted according to the settings of discounts
and surcharges;
• if this item is NOT ticked, the component prices will not be indicated in the breakdown
list.
• Print the total price of the distribution board/project in the breakdown list:
• if this item is ticked (recommended), the total price of the distribution board or project
(calculated according to the setting of the previous switches) will be printed
automatically in the footer of every breakdown list page;
• if this item is NOT ticked, the total price of the distribution board/project will not be
indicated in the breakdown list (modified information about the total price can be
entered, for instance, in the “Note” field through the “Information about Project”
function (see Chap. 20).
• Indicate the information message on prices in the breakdown list:
• if this item is ticked (recommended), the following message will be indicated in the
footer of every breakdown list page: “Price calculation is based on the offer prices of
Moeller; the purchase price will be determined by Moeller business partners.”
• if this item is NOT ticked, the message specified above will not be printed.
• Show the Path to the Data File in the breakdown list/dimensional drawing:
• If this item is ticked, the name of the data file, including the complete path to the file
(e.g. c:\M-PROFIL\Demo\Demo-GL-CL.FGP), will be included in the footer of
each breakdown list and of each dimensional drawing.
• If this item is NOT ticked (recommended), only the name of the data file, without the
path, will be included (e.g. Demo-GL-CL.FGP)
• Export of the breakdown list to Excel: The arrangement of the columns for the export of the
breakdown list to the format for Excel can be set as follows:
• In the M-PROFIL standard arrangement – the arrangement of the columns is
identical with that of the breakdown list preview or with that of the direct printout on
paper.
• The price per piece and indication of the group for a discount are also included – in
comparison with the standard breakdown list, the breakdown list will have the
additional ‘Price per Piece’ column, which contains the unit price for each item,
regardless of the setting of discounts and surcharges, and the ‘Group’ column, which
contains the identification of the group of goods for a discount (discount group). If the
Moeller purchase prices have been filled in the price list, the columns ‘Moeller
Purchase Price per Piece’, ‘Moeller Purchase Price in Total’ and ‘Margin’ are also filled
in. Also, the total margin for the given distribution board or for the whole project is
computed.
• In the arrangement according to the Moeller Price List application – the arrangement
of the columns is identical with the arrangement for the export of an offer that has been
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created in the Moeller Price List application. The Excel table contains formulas; a
recalculation is carried out automatically whenever the price or discount value changes.
If the recalculation does not take place, it is necessary to set the point as the decimal
separator in Windows (Start – Settings – Control Panels – Regional and Language
Options).
• Sort components in the breakdown list - here you can set how the components will be
sorted in the breakdown list. The options available are alphabetically according to description,
alphabetically according to type or no sorting - in such case the components will be arranged
in the same order as in the internal database of M-PROFIL system. Note: it may take a longer
period of time to sort larger breakdown lists depending on the computer performance.
3. Set the individual items as desired.

4. Close the dialogue panel by clicking OK. The entered setting features will be recorded in the
system and will remain saved even after program termination.
26.2 Print settings

2. A dialogue panel will open, in which you click on the Print tab. A dialogue panel for the
print configuration appears:
Values dependant on the paper

size and its orientation.
Set line thickness for graphic objects

for the screen and the printer. Double
click on the respective line and enter
new values.
Color of the object on the screen,

facilitates orientation in the table.
• Number of lines per page represents the number of components in the breakdown list, which
will be printed on one page - the number of header and footer lines.
• Left margin width in characters indicates the number of spaces between the left paper edge
and the beginning of the first printed character on the line.
• Font height in points indicates the font height in the printed version of the breakdown list.
The recommended value is 8. It is not advisable to use smaller values. If you decide to use
different font height, it is necessary to adjust the number of lines per page and the left margin
width accordingly to ensure that all data are printed on the paper. The paper size, format and
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orientation are set not sooner than during the actual print by modifying the printer properties
(the Change button in the Print dialogue panel - see Chap. 21.1 and 22.2). The table below
indicates examples of the recommended settings:
Format Orientation Lines per page Left margin Font height

A4 portrait 65 4 8
A4 landscape 18 2 12
A3 portrait 36 2 12
• Print the breakdown lists of components for distribution boards, devices and accessories
always on new page - if this item is ticked, no paging will be carried out after printing the
breakdown list of frame components and the list of devices will be printed immediately
behind the list of the mechanical components of the frame.
• Printable area margins – if this item is ticked, a dash and dot line will appear defining the
graphic area, the contents of which will be printed to paper. Any free graphics or other
graphic objects lying outside of the shown margins cannot be printed.
• Print to fixed scale:

• if this item is ticked, a fix user-defined scale will be
used to print the dimensional drawing – i.e. the value
at the right of the switch. The scale 1:10 means that
1 mm on paper corresponds to 10 mm of the distribution board (reduction 10x). The
suitability of the entered scale for the currently printed distribution board needs to be
verified by printing a test copy.
Distribution board: Distribution board:

359x464x130 444x764x245
Print to fixed
scale.
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• if this item is NOT ticked, an automatically defined scale will be used to print the
dimensional drawing so that the dimensional drawing fully fills the defined drawing area
(maximum to area). It is guaranteed that the entire distribution board will be printed to
the current paper.
Distribution board: Distribution board:

359x464x130 444x764x245
Print to
automatically
determined
scale “scale to
fit”.
• Line thickness: set line thickness for graphic objects for the screen and the printer. Double
click on the respective line in the table and enter new values in the dialogue panel. The line
thickness must be tested for suitability.

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26.3 Changing the licence data

2. A dialogue panel will open, in which you click on the Licence tab. A dialogue panel appears
enabling you to enter the licence data:
Current licence data.

Settings of the national program version.
The current settings are displayed in the top
line in the main panel. The switch influences
the language, national price list version and
display of addresses for local representation
of the provider.
Possibility to enter new licence data (user
identification, licence number and licence
expiration date) by means of a dialogue panel
identical to the one used during the first
program initialization (see Chap. 3.1).
Show the Licence Agreement applying to the
use of the software. The Licence Agreement
appears, as standard, during the first
initialization of the program and it is not
possible to launch the program without
agreeing to its terms. This button allows you
to look at the text of the Agreement at a later
point in time.
Date of the last automatic check for

updates from the Moeller website. For
more details see Chap. 2.4.
Current program version.
Current national version of the program.
Name of the currently open file.
3. Set the individual items as required.

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26.4 Price list - currency and exchange rate

2. A dialogue panel will open, in which you click on the Price List tab. The following dialogue
panel appears allowing you to set the price list parameters:

Note: the Czech version of M-PROFIL always includes an up-to-date price list prepared in CZK.
Changes in the parameters described above are thus necessary only when the program is used
outside of the Czech Republic.
26.5 Distribution Boards

2. A dialogue panel will open, in which you click on the Distribution Boards tab. A dialogue
panel appears allowing you to set additional parameters of the distribution board systems:
Select the supported distribution board
system for stand-alone distribution boxes
of 2,000 mm height. The settings are
determined by the regional version of the
program and cannot be modified by the
user.
Scope of the product range offered. The
settings are determined by the regional
version of the program and cannot be
modified by the user.
The effect of the settings will show when
inserting DIN rails into Profi Plus
distribution boards.
The effect of the settings will show

when inserting Moeller devices, RMQ
command and signalling elements,
third-party devices, terminal blocks
and connecting sleeves.
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26.6 System settings

2. A dialogue panel will open, in which you click on the System tab. A dialogue panel appears
allowing you to set additional program parameters:
Restoration of the default position

of floating windows can be used,
for instance, when the window
with the calculation results
appears outside of the screen
(suitable also when an external
screen is disconnected from
laptop).
After Clicking on the button, a

standard dialogue panel will be
displayed, as in the function Open;
use this panel to find the Adobe
Reader program’s executable file
AcroRd32.exe. The program
installation files are available at the
installation CD or can be
downloaded free of charge from the
Internet address www.adobe.com.
 Show Tips of the Day after program startup:

 if this item is ticked, the window with the tips of the day, topics for working with the
program, new features in the current version, etc. will be shown after every program
startup;
 if this item is NOT ticked, the window with the tips of the day will not be shown. The
tips of the day can be shown at any time using the Tip of the Day function from the
Help drop-down menu (see Chap. 27.1).
 Cursor in the form of crosshair:
 if this item is ticked, the cursor will have the shape of a crosshair, as in AutoCAD;
 if this item is NOT ticked, the cursor will have the shape of an arrow.
Cursor in the form of arrow Cursor in the form crosshair

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• ZoomWindow control:
• if this item is ticked, the control of the ZoomWindow function and the selection of
components to be edited by means of selection windows will be the same as in
AutoCAD (click the coordinates of the first window corner, drag a rectangle with the
mouse and then click the coordinates of the second corner).
• if this item is NOT ticked, the control of the ZoomWindow function and the selection
of components to be edited by means of selection windows will be the same as in
Windows (it is necessary to click the coordinates of the first window corner, keep the
left mouse button pressed, drag a rectangle and release the left mouse button at the point
of the second corner).
• Automatic saving:
• if this item is ticked, a backup of the currently processed project will be created
automatically at the defined time interval. The backup file name is identical to the
project file name. The backup is created in an auxiliary directory depending on the
settings of the system variable TEMP
(typically: ...user...\Local Settings\Temp).
• In case of a standard changeover to another project or when the project is opened
again, the previous backup is deleted.
• Immediately after a failure, the backup file must be transferred to the current
directory.
• Immediately after a failure, do not attempt to open the processed project again – by
doing this, the backup would be deleted.
• This function serves as a backup for computer or system failures. In no case it
replaces project saving on a regular basis by means of the Save function.
• Setting a too short interval for automatic saving can hinder the program
functionality.
• if this item is NOT ticked, the automatic backup will not be created.
• Adobe Reader is necessary to view the help and other files in PDF format. After clicking
on the button, a standard dialogue panel will appear as in the Open function,
allowing you to find the executable file for Adobe Reader AcroRd32.exe. The program
installation is available on the installation CD-ROM or can be downloaded for free on the
Internet at www.adobe.com.
• Automatic Update: set the time interval to check the availability of new software versions
on the Moeller website. After the defined number of days goes by, the program will
automatically connect to the Moeller website and check the availability of new software
versions. If a new version is available, it will be downloaded and installed automatically.
For more details see also Chap. 2.4.
3. Set the individual items as needed.

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26.7 Export to DXF file format
1. Select Options in the Tools menu

2. A dialogue panel will open, in which you click on the System tab. A dialogue panel will
appear allowing you to set additional program parameters:
Set layer colors for export to DXF

format. Double click on the
respective line and select a new
color from the color range.
• DXF version: it is possible to set the DXF format compatibility with the relevant
AutoCAD version. If you are not able to open the created DXF file in your CAD system,
try to change the setting of this item.
• Export summary info about the distribution board:
• if this item is ticked, the summary information about the distribution board – otherwise
shown using the function Information about type of edited distribution board (see Chap.
5.9) – will be exported to DXF file.
• if this item is NOT ticked, the summary information about the distribution board will
not be exported to DXF file (suitable e.g. when inserting a dimensional drawing of the
distribution board to a wiring diagram).
• Layer colours: when being exported to DXF, graphic objects are divided to layers. The
colour of the objects corresponds to the colour of the layer where the object is found.
When printing from CAD system, specific line thickness is assigned to every colour. It is
possible to assign different colours according to the custom of every user.
• Double click on the name of the layer, the colour of which you want to change.
• A dialogue panel will open, in which you select a new colour from the colour range.
Then click OK. The colour range shows only ACI colours supported by all versions of
AutoCAD and other CAD systems.
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Newly selected color
Original color
Newly selected color
3. Set the various items as required.

4. Click OK to close the dialogue panel. The performed settings will be recorded in the system
and will be retained also when the program is closed.
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27. Help
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The Help Topics function from the Help drop-down menu
launches Adobe AcrobatReader with the electronic version of
this manual in PDF format. In order to ensu,re correct
operation of this function, you must set the full path for the executable
AcrobatReader file AcroRd32.exe by means of the Options
function (see Chap. 26.6). If you do not have Adobe AcrobatReader
installed on your computer yet, you can find its setup on the installation CD or you can download it
from the Internet at www.adobe.com.
27.1 Tip of the Day
The Tip of the Day function from the Help drop-down menu activates
the Tip of the Day window showing the topics and recommendations
for working with the program:
Tip text – topics and

recommendations for working
with the program.
Switch that determines whether Close the Tip of the Day window and
the window with tips should be return to the M-PROFIL environment.
shown automatically at the Move to the next tip. When the last tip has been
program startup. shown, the whole series starts from the beginning.
Notes:
 You enable / disable the function for showing tips at every program startup by means of the
Options function from the Tools drop-down menu (under the System tab) - see Chap. 26.6.
 The system remembers the last shown tip, therefore, the next available tip appears when you
activate the Tip of the Day window next time (whether at the program startup or through the
Tip of the Day function from the Help drop-down menu).
 The list of all tips is saved in the ...\TipDne.txt data file. The individual tips are
separated by <> characters in the beginning of the line. The file can be printed out by using
the operating system tools.
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28. About M-PROFIL

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The About M-PROFIL function from the Help drop-down menu is a
function designed to view information about the application - the M-
PROFIL system. The function can be used to determine the licence
information.
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29. History of Versions

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1. Version 1.0, November 1997
 The first beta-version of the system presented at the MSV Brno ‘97 Fair.
 The first live version of the system available for distribution from November 1997.
2. Version 3.3, September 2003

 The first English language version of the system available for distribution from November 2003.
3. Version 3.8, September 2008

In general:
 M-PROFIL (formerly FGPROFIL-LT) contains an implementation of the distribution board systems Profi Plus
(which replaced the Profi-Line system) and XVTL (which replaced the SVTL system). All other databases have
also been updated.
 Reverse compatibility ensured: projects from older FGPROFIL-LT versions (versions 3.6 and 3.7) can be
loaded.
Xboard distribution boards, boxes with higher IP protection
 Product range updated:
 Flush-mounted Global-Line compact distribution boxes of U-series replaced with a new KLV-U- series.
 Accessories product range updated.
Profi-Line distribution boards
 Replaced with the Profi Plus distribution board system
SVTL distribution boards:
 Replaced with the XVTL distribution board system
xEnergy distribution boards:
 No change
Database of installation devices
 Database updated:
 New types of dimmers DS-TA and TS-TD replace and extend the original DS-GS series.
 New types of analog clock switch SU-TS and SU-TQ replace the original SU-GS, SU-GQ series.
 Residual current devices added - sets for networks TN-S, TT: SPB-3+1, SPC-S-3-N/PE.
 Antenna residual current devices SPC-MS/SAT added.
 PLI-series circuit-breakers with spring terminals removed.
Database of connecting sleeves (interconnection bridges, N/PE terminal blocks)
 New types of terminal blocks added - BPZ-KB-...-ALU for both aluminium and copper conductors
Database of industrial devices
 NZM-series power circuit-breakers:
 Base for withdrawable version added for NZM1 (NZM1-XSVS)
 NZM1...-XSVS circuit-breakers added, with an adapter for withdrawable version
 NZM2...-XSVS circuit-breakers added, with an adapter for withdrawable version
 NZM2...-FIA30 circuit-breakers added - 3-pole circuit-breakers with fault-current release
 NZM3.-A circuit-breakers added, with thermomagnetic release
 NZM3.-S circuit-breakers added, to protect motors without overload release
 NZM3...-BT circuit-breakers added, with pre-installed clamp-type terminals
 Economical versions of NZM2-XRD motor drives added for NZM2 circuit-breakers
 Small accessories added (-XBRS panels).
 RMQ command and signalling devices:
 M22-CK01, 10, 11 double contacts added.
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 M22-WJ..-2P two-position joystick added.

 Small accessories added.
 EMR4 measurement and monitoring relays
 New versions of EMR4-I...-1 and WMR4-W...-1- added.
 Easy relays:
 EASY-410 input and output extension added.
 New types of power supply units EASY-...-POW added, repair and clarification of dim. drawings.
 Contactors, contactor combinations, overcurrent relays:
 New types added - DILM38 (38A, 18.5kW), DILH2200 (2200A).
 Star-delta contactor combinations - new types SDAINLM 70...260 (70...260A, 37...132kW) added.
 Overcurrent relays:
 New types ZB32-38 and ZB65-75 added.
 PKZ motor starters
User-defined database of terminal blocks
 Update and significant expansion of the offered range of Wago terminal blocks (this will show only if no
transfer of user-defined databases from a previous version is requested during the installation)
Working with the list of selected devices
 New option added, allowing the user to copy the selected devices between distribution boards within the project
as well as between projects using the program's internal clipboard.
Accessories database
 No change.
Price list:
 New allocation of discount groups.
 Weights updated. Prices updated.
4. M-PROFIL, Version 3.9.01, July 2009
System
 All corrections, improvements and changes, released during last year, were implemented to the compilation (see
ReadMe.txt file for details).
 A function added to automatically check for new software versions available on the Moeller website (Updater) at
a customizable time interval (from version 3.8.10). New version of Updater was implemented; possibility to
update software from local directory (not only from web) was addend (from version 3.9).
 Button "Restore default positions of flying windows" was added to Options function from Tools menu, System
tab. This button is useful in case of using software on hardware with different resolution of graphics (for example
notebook and notebook with external monitor). When you move to hardware with lower resolution of graphics,
flying windows (for example list of selected devices, mounting rails, …) can be out of display and program looks
as hanged; situation can be solved by clicking on this button.
 If Excel version 2007 is installed on computer, files exported from M-Profil to Excel are saved "In compatibility
mode Excel 97-2003". These files can be opened in Excel version 97 ... 2003 without any extra manipulation.
Distribution boxes xBoard, cabinets with higher degree of protection
 Assortment was updated
Distribution boards Profi Plus, XVTL
Distribution boards xEnergy
 No changes
Database of industry equipment (industrial switchgear)
 Eaton frequency inventors M-MAX, SPX, SVX types were added
Price list
 Weights updated. Power loses updated.
 Prices updated.
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In general:
 New version of Updater has been implemented.
Distribution boards Profi Plus
 Floor standing distribution boards without door, 250mm depth, have been added (all combinations without door,
with sheet steel door or glassed door are possible).
Distribution boards Profi Plus and XVTL
 Measuring devices 96L type can be fitted on the door by the same way as control and signalling devices RMQ-
titan type
 Busbar system SASY - Cu busbar 12x5mm, 160A, has been added.
 No change
 Extensive update of database of installation devices has been made (according to new catalogue "Installation
devices" valid from 1st June 2010 in Czech Republic):
 Digital residual current devices dRCM have been added.
 Residual current relay PDIM has been added.
 Combined devices MCB/RCD, PFL7 type - nominal currents up to 40A have been added (version EN/CZ,
RU/CZ).
 Combined devices MCB/RCD, mRB6 type, 3+N pole have been added.
 Modular circuit breakers, PLHT type, nominal currents from 20A-50A have been added (version EN/CZ,
RU/CZ).
 Other devices and accessories - assortment has been updated (new installation contactor 1TE width, low level
signals relay, switch for ampere meter, measuring current transformers, Boxes on DIN rail, measuring modules
for network analysis, ...).
 Fuses, fuse bases, fuse switch disconnectors - assortment has been updated and extended: (fuses D01, D02
and devices for fuses D01, D02 have been added; devices for DC applications have been added)
 Surge voltage arresters - assortment has been updated.
 PV inverters for photovoltaic application have been added.
 Measuring modules for network analysis NZM-XMC have been added (display NZM-XMC-DISP can be fitted as
"device on the door" by the same way as control and signaling devices RMQ-titan type).
 Motor-starter combinations with motor starters PKE type (with electronic release) have been added.
 Universal double adapters on SASY busbar system Z-SS-60-ADD/6... have been added.
Database of xComfort devices (version CZ only)
 Accessories database updated according to the client's instructions.
Price list:
 Weights updated
 Power loses updated
 Version EN/CZ and RU/CZ: New price list valid from 1st June 2010 has been added.
In general:
System:
 New version of Updater has been implemented.
 Possibility to set Server Time Out value has been added.
 Possibility to update software from local directory (not only from web) was improved.
Distribution boards Profi Plus
 Distribution board, surface mounted or floor mounted with BPZ-MSW side wall according to distribution board
height - possibility to fit DIN rails on the rear mounting frame has been added..
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Distribution boards XVTL

 Distribution box with Profi Plus front adapter and with Profi Plus rear adapter with BPZ-MSW side wall
according to distribution board height - possibility to fit DIN rails on the rear Profi Plus adapter has been added.
 No change
 Obsolete devices have been removed.
 Contactors DILM..-22(...) have been added.
 Obsolete devices have been removed.
Price list:
 Prices updated
 Weights updated
 Power loses updated
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Notes:
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M-PROFIL version 3.11, Reference manual

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25. Working with Files ...........................................................................................................179

The system allows the following:

Not required and not possible with the system:

Hardware and software requirements (the minimum configuration is as follows):

2.1 Installation from CD-ROM

1. Insert the installation CD disc in the drive (e.g. in the D: drive).

If you agree with the terms of

The default directory that the

The original installation will be

Please, pay attention to the following warning:

Name of the newly created

List of the existing program

2.2 Manual customer installation in case of SETUP failure

2.3 Installation backup

File Comment From

Full installation backup:

1. Copy RAR.EXE to the superstructure root directory (typically C:\M-PROFIL).

2.4 Updating Software from the Website

2.5 Software update from the directory

3.1 First launching

3.2 Second and any other launching

• If the following message appears after the program startup:

• If the following message appears after the program startup:

• If the following message appears after the program startup:

4. Introduction to the M-PROFIL System

4.1 Main screen and program operation

Front view of the

Scroll bars for

Status line; information about

4.2 Undo, Redo

Suppression of this warning message

‘Undo’ will not be carried out.

4.3 Method of program application

Profi Plus distribution board, selection based on the dimensions:

Profi Plus distribution board, selection based on the devices:

Profi Plus distribution board, standard assemblies

Global-Line, xBoard compact distribution box

5. Project Structure Management

Profi Plus distribution board. Rails, electric meter troughs,

Number of pieces of distribution board = number of

Description of contents of the clicked

Operation of the project structure is possible by means of functions

5.1 Add a new distribution board to the project

5.2 Create a new distribution board by copying the selected one

5.3 Add switchgear drawing into the project

5.4 Rename the selected distribution board

5.5 Number of pieces of the distribution board in a project

5.6 Erase the selected distribution board from the project

5.7 Insert distribution boards from another project

1. Select the item Insert from File in the Distribution Board

5.9 Information about the type of the edited distribution board

5.10 Switch frame/door view

Both frame and door of the distribution

Command and signalling devices

Busbars in the XVTL, xEnergy

6. Compact Distribution Boxes