Human Machine Interface DIP/EN HI/B23

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HUMAN MACHINE
INTERFACE

PART 3: DIP – DIGITAL

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 7
2. HOW TO READ THIS MANUAL 8
2.1 Information presentation 8
2.2 Example in a paragraph 8

3. OVERVIEW 9
3.1 Foreword 9
3.2 System Required 9
3.3 Installing the HMI 9

4. USER LEVELS AND PASSWORDS 10

4.1 User level structure 10
4.2 Menus 11

5. DIP SECURITY PASSWORD MANAGEMENT 12

5.1 Rules for Password Creation 12
5.2 Accessing the Password Manager Menus with the <Password> Menu 12
5.3 Modifying the Password Manager password with the Password Menu 13
5.4 Creating User Password with the <Create Passwords> Menu 14
5.5 Managing the Password listing with the Menu <List passwords> 15
5.6 Exiting the Password Manager 15
5.7 Viewing the software version of the Password Manager 15

6. INTERFACE DESCRIPTION 16
6.1 Main screen Description 16
6.2 Title bar 16
6.3 Menu bar 17
6.4 Toolbar 17
6.5 Pop-up menus 17
6.6 Status bars 18
6.7 Work and dialog zone. 19

7. FUNCTIONALITIES DESCRIPTION 20
7.1 <File> Menu 20
7.2 <Tools> Menu 20
7.3 <Read> Menu 21
7.4 <Date> Menu 21
7.5 <Maintenance> menu 21
7.6 <?> Menu 21
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8. OPERATION OF THE HMI 22

8.1 Launching the HMI 22
8.2 Configuration procedure 22
8.2.1 Configuration procedure from the <File> menu 22
8.2.2 Configuration procedure from the <Read> menu 22
8.3 <Tools> Menu 22
8.3.1 User level selection 23
8.3.2 Returning to level 0 23
8.3.3 Modify the password 23
8.3.4 Connect the HMI from the DIP 24
8.3.5 Disconnecting the HMI 24
8.4 Configuration window 24
8.4.1 Access to the Configuration window 24
8.4.2 Configuration window - <File> menu 26
8.4.3 Configuration window - <Modify> menu 27
8.5 Configuring General Parameters 27
8.6 Configuring the parameters of the communication interface 29
8.7 Configuring the redundancy interface 31
8.8 Configuring Input/output Parameters 33
8.8.1 Input filter configuration 33
8.8.2 Input logic configuration 34
8.8.3 State of output on Communication Major Alarm 35
8.9 Application parameters configuration 36
8.9.1 Configuration of transmission holding delays 36
8.9.2 Configuration of the holding times for a command restitution 37
8.9.3 Teleprotection scheme configuration 37
8.10 Alarm parameters configuration 38
8.10.1 Configuration of the bit error rate threshold 39
8.10.2 Configuration of the prolonged command alarm 39
8.10.3 Configuration of the communication time alarm 39
8.10.4 Configuration of the command relay delay 40
8.11 Entering comments 40
8.12 Sending a configuration file 41
8.13 <Read> Menu 41
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8.13.1 Menu Description 41

8.13.2 Reading a configuration 43
8.13.3 Reading the hardware configuration 43
8.13.4 Reading the DIP firmware version 44
8.13.5 Read comments 44
8.13.6 Read an events list 45
8.13.7 Read an alarms list 46
8.13.8 Reading counters 47
8.13.9 Reading instant alarms 48
8.13.10 Read input / output statuses 49
8.14 <Date> Menu 49
8.14.1 Read the date 49
8.14.2 Writing the date 50
8.15 <Maintenance> menu 50
8.15.1 Switch to the maintenance / operating mode 51
8.15.2 Blocking / Unblocking 52
8.15.3 Loopback 52
8.15.4 Forcing 52
8.15.5 Transmitter forcing 53
8.15.6 Restitution forcing 54
8.15.7 Alarms forcing 54
8.15.8 Interface forcing 55
8.15.9 Reset 56
8.15.10 Resetting the DIP 56
8.16 Expert Menu 57
8.17 Reading the version of the HMI 57
8.18 Exit the HMI. 57

9. EXAMPLE OF REDUNDANCY CONFIGURATION 58

9.1 Example description 58
9.2 Prior conditions 58
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LIST OF FIGURES

FIGURE 1 – MAIN SCREEN BEFORE PC/TELEPROTECTION CONNECTION 16

FIGURE 3 – MENU BAR 17
FIGURE 4 – TOOLBAR 17
FIGURE 5 – MAINTENANCE STATUS BAR 18
FIGURE 6 – EXAMPLE OF DIALOG BOX WITH LIST DISPLAY 19
FIGURE 7 – FILE MENU 20
FIGURE 8 – MAIN CONFIGURATION WINDOW 25
FIGURE 9 – CONFIGURATION WINDOW TOOLBAR 25
FIGURE 10 – CONFIGURATION FILE MENU 26
FIGURE 11 – CLOCK SOURCE SELECTION 30
FIGURE 12 – EXAMPLE OF READING THE EVENTS LIST 45
FIGURE 13 – EXAMPLE OF READING IN THE ALARMS LIST 46
FIGURE 14 – EXAMPLE OF LOCAL COMMAND COUNTERS 47
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MODIFICATIONS PAGE
VERSION DATE COMMENTS
A 04/01/2001 Original issue
B 23/08/2004 ALSTOM logo and addition of analog version
C 12/07/2006 New features and additional technical explanations
D 14/11/2007 New chapter. Task oriented writing. HMI chapter
separated in three sections: digital, single tone analog
and dual tone analog.
E 11/02/2008 Minor corrections
A22 15/04/2009 Version 2.2
B22 23/12/2009 Minor corrections, added I/O SR200 optical interface
IR187
A23 13/01/2011 Version 2.3
B23 28/03/2011 State of output on Communication Major Alarm added
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GENERAL
This manual describes the Human-Machine Interface of the e-terragridcom DIP, i.e. the
microcomputing application which enables commissioning, operational use and maintenance
of this unit.

DEFINITIONS
HMI Tool for using the DIP (Human-Machine Interface).
Configuration All the characteristics (fixed components) and parameters
(customization components) of a teleprotection.
Configuration File Micro-computer file containing all the configuration
components of a teleprotection.
Input password Password for accessing the ‘Password Manager’ utility.
User level All the authorized operations corresponding to the level of
responsibility of a given operator.
Level password Password for accessing a user level.

NOTE: Windows and PC are registered trademarks.

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1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

BEFORE CARRYING OUT ANY WORK ON THE EQUIPMENT, THE USER

SHOULD BE FAMILIAR WITH THE CONTENTS OF THE SAFETY
SECTION DIP5K/EN SS/A11 OR LATER ISSUE, THE TECHNICAL DATA
SECTION AND THE RATING ON THE EQUIPMENT RATING LABEL.

THE FRONT PANEL MOUNTED RS232C(1) SERIAL PORT IS AN EXTRA-

LOW VOLTAGE (ELV) CIRCUIT WHICH PROVIDES BASIC INSULATION
AGAINST ELECTRIC SHOCK. WHEN THE TELEPROTECTION IS
ENERGIZED, THE TERMINALS OF THIS PORT SHOULD NOT BE
TOUCHED SINCE IN THE UNLIKELY EVENT OF A SINGLE FAULT
CONDITION THERE WOULD BE A VERY LOW PROBABILITY OF AN
ELECTRIC SHOCK. THIS PORT IS DESIGNED TO BE USED FOR
MAINTENANCE PURPOSES, THAT IS MONITORING AND SOFTWARE
DOWNLOADS; IT IS NOT INTENDED TO BE PERMANENTLY
CONNECTED.

(1)
THE FRONT PANEL MOUNTED RJ45 SERIAL PORT IS AN EXTRA-
LOW VOLTAGE (ELV) CIRCUIT WHICH PROVIDES BASIC INSULATION
AGAINST ELECTRIC SHOCK. THIS PORT IS INTENDED TO BE USED
FOR MAINTENANCE PURPOSES, I.E. MONITORING AND
DOWNLOADING THE SOFTWARE.

(1)
As per the option chosen
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2. HOW TO READ THIS MANUAL

The firmware or software version numbers which may appear in illustrations in this manual
may not reflect the latest implemented in the unit; the information is nonetheless current.
2.1 Information presentation
Menu Path are indicated:
Menu_level_entry1>Menu_level_entry2>.
Example: select File>New.
In the text Menu names are between <> example: Example: <DIP> menu.
In the text window names are between <>. Example: <Entry>.

A screen shot shows a button. Example: represents the OK button.

2.2 Example in a paragraph
<HISTORY> MENU NAME BETWEEN <>
To clear events (requires level 2):
Select History>Erase>Erase Events INDICATES THE ACCESS PATH

A <CAUTION> confirmation window opens: NAME OF THE WINDOW BETWEEN <>

Answer .SHOWS THE BUTTON

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3. OVERVIEW
3.1 Foreword
Thanks to its power and easy use, the HMI of the DIP teleprotection allows, either locally or
remotely:

− complete commissioning of the unit and control of its levels, without the need for other
tools,

− filing of configurations (=>rationalization of commissioning actions),

− time-stamped recording of unit information (=> analysis and statistics),

− interactive and user-friendly maintenance,

− printing of unit parameters.

− This software has not been modified by adding new boards to the equipment:

− The SR200 board does not require programming,

− The IR187 board will be recognized automatically ; refer to chapter 8.6.

3.2 System Required
The HMI runs on PCs fitted equipped with Pentium III microprocessors and higher, operating
under Windows 2000 Service Pack 4 or Windows XP Service Pack 2. The PC must feature
at minimum:

− 40 MB free space on the HD,

− 256 MB RAM.

− A serial port, except if the DIP features the ME50 option which has an IP/RS232
converter
IMPORTANT: HAVING SEVERAL TASKS RUNNING CONCURRENTLY (DESKTOP OR
OTHER TOOLS) MAY CAUSE PC-HMI TRANSMISSION FAULTS.
THEREFORE, ALL OTHER APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE CLOSED
BEFORE USING THIS HMI.
When the PC has no serial port, use a PCMCIA converter rather than a USB converter.
3.3 Installing the HMI
For safety purposes, we recommend installing the HMI from a copy of the disc supplied.
Installation:

− Insert the CD-ROM supplied in the drive.

− Run the setup.exe file from the <Run> menu in the Program manager: D\:setup.

− Follow the instructions.

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4. USER LEVELS AND PASSWORDS

4.1 User level structure
The DIP places operations in hierarchical order: some actions have no impact on unit
operation, others, due to their impact on security and operation, require specific
responsibility on the part of the operator.
The HMI is therefore structured in user levels; there are 2 of them, 0 and 2.
Level 0 is the default level on start-up. To enforce this hierarchical arrangement, the
command menus are displayed according to user level.
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4.2 Menus

Level
Menus 0 2
File New x x
Open x x
Exit x x
Tools User level selection x x
Returning to level 0 x x
Modify the password x x
Connect x x
Disconnect x x
Reading (local / remote) * Configuration x x
Hardware configuration x x
Version x x
Comments x x
Events file x x
Alarms file x x
Counters x x
Alarms snapshot x x
Input/Output x x
Remote reading Bit error rate
Date (local / remote) * read x x
write x
Maintenance * Maintenance mode/Operating mode x
unblocking line (security) line** x
unblocking line (security) relay** x
Local loop back** x
remote loop back** x
transmitter forcing** x
restitution forcing** x
alarms forcing** x
interface forcing**
Reset (local / remote) x
Reset (local / remote) x
Save environment x

TABLE 1 – MENU ACCESSIBILITY ACCORDING TO USER LEVEL

* To access these menus, you need to be connected.
** Accessible only in maintenance mode
*** Accessible only in case of optical/electrical redundancy
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5. DIP SECURITY PASSWORD MANAGEMENT

The DIP Security Password Manager application, associated to the HMI application, is used
to create, modify, read and delete the passwords.
To launch the application, click the desktop icon “DIP Security” icon or open the DIP group of
programs and select it.
For security reasons, access to the Password Manager is password protected.
5.1 Rules for Password Creation
Passwords are case sensitive (Upper or lower) and include 1 to 15 characters to be
chosen exclusively from the following:

− upper case (A to Z)

− lower case (a to z)

− numbers (0 to 9)

− ! " # $ % & ' ( ) * + , - . / : ; < = > ? @ [ \ ] ^ _ ¨ { | } ~

5.2 Accessing the Password Manager Menus with the <Password> Menu
The <Password> menu enables you to access the Password manager menus: <Create>
and <List>.
To access the Password Manager menus:

− Launch the DIP Security application by clicking the desktop icon. The <DIP password
management> window opens:

− Select Password > Input, the <Password Input> window opens:

− Enter "DIP5000" upper case without the quotes in both windows (only upon first login).
Note: Modifying the Password Manager password is recommended after the
first use (see the next paragraph).

− Click the button.

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The following window opens:

The <Create> and <List Passwords> menus are available.

5.3 Modifying the Password Manager password with the Password Menu
The password Manager menu allows you to modify the password manager password.
Upon first use, use the ‘DIP5000’ password (upper case without the quotes). We
recommend to then modify this password.

− Access the Manager menu (see § 5.2)

− Select Password > Modify. The following window opens:

− Enter the new password in compliance with the rules for Password Creation (see
§ 5.1).
Carefully note the new password. If you lose it the application must be reinstalled.

− Click the button. The following window opens:

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− Confirm the new password by re-entering it. The following window opens:

− Click the button.

5.4 Creating User Password with the <Create Passwords> Menu
Several passwords may be created.
To create user passwords, select <Create Passwords>.
The <Enter password s> window below opens:

− Enter the new password in the <Input password> field, in compliance with the rules
for Password Creation (see § 5.1).

− Define the user level associated with the password by checking the Level 2 button.

− Click the button. A confirmation messages appears:

− Click the button.

− If required, you may enter other passwords to be defined in the <Password> window.

− Once the operation has been completed, click the button. Check the
list of passwords (refer to the next paragraph).
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5.5 Managing the Password listing with the Menu <List passwords>
To access the Password List, click the Menu <List Passwords> of the Password Manager

The list of passwords is displayed.

− To Remove a password, select the password line in the list and click the

button. A confirmation message opens, answer

5.6 Exiting the Password Manager
To exit the password manager and return to the WINDOWS environment select
Password>Exit.
5.7 Viewing the software version of the Password Manager
Select ?> About…. The following window opens:
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6. INTERFACE DESCRIPTION
The HMI has an integrated environment, using standard WINDOWS tools and processes.
As only the operating modes specific to the HMI will be mentioned in the following, it is
recommended that operators not familiar with WINDOWS refer to the user manual for this
environment.
6.1 Main screen Description
The base screen includes 5 functional zones (figure 1 and figure 2 below):

FIGURE 1 – MAIN SCREEN BEFORE PC/TELEPROTECTION CONNECTION

FIGURE 2 – EXAMPLE OF MAIN SCREEN AFTER PC/ DIP CONNECTION

6.2 Title bar
The title bar displays the HMI name at the top part of the window.
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6.3 Menu bar

The operator launches commands via the standard WINDOWS HMI menus, displayed
according to the current user level (password dependent).

FIGURE 3 – MENU BAR

6.4 Toolbar
The operator can launch commands and read information locally via the toolbar shortcuts
Rolling the mouse over a tool displays information on its function.

FIGURE 4 – TOOLBAR
6.5 Pop-up menus
Right-click the workspace once logged onto a unit to display a pop-up menu to perform
reading operations on the local or remote unit.
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6.6 Status bars

Depending on the user level and the type of operation in progress, status bars can appear
displaying the following information:
When the HMI is connected to the DIP in the maintenance mode, the upper bar is displayed:

− line status (blocked / unblocked)

− restitution relay status (blocked / unblocked)

− type of loopback (local loopback / remote loopback)

The status bar is displayed:

− the connection status (HMI) (connect/disconnect icon)

− the current operating mode (Operation/Maintenance)

− address of the link or other information entered as comment

− transmission time

− bit error rate

− any alarm present (clicking in this zone opens a window displaying the faults that
have triggered this alarm)

− user level (0 or 2)

FIGURE 5 – MAINTENANCE STATUS BAR

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6.7 Work and dialog zone.

Most orders are also issued using dialogue boxes (see figure 6 below). Six standard
Windows tools are used:

− optional button groups

− tick boxes

− command buttons

− text boxes

− lists

− cursors

FIGURE 6 – EXAMPLE OF DIALOG BOX WITH LIST DISPLAY

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7. FUNCTIONALITIES DESCRIPTION
7.1 <File> Menu

The <File> menu provides access to elements allowing to create, modify and send
configuration files. It also allows to open archived alarms files (*.Ala) and event files (*.Evt).

FIGURE 7 – FILE MENU

New: this menu allows a new configuration to be created on the basis of a default
configuration.
Open: this menu allows opening a previously saved configuration file or opening a list of
alarms or events.
3 types of file can be opened:

− *.Cfg -> existing configuration file, this selection will open a window (see figure 8)

− *.Ala -> alarm list file for consultation (see figure 13 for the window display)

− *.Evt -> event list file for consultation (see figure 11 for the window display)
Exit: closes the HMI program.
7.2 <Tools> Menu
User level selection: this menu allows to modify a user level.
Back to level 0: this menu allows to return to level 0, the lowest level of privilege.
Modify the password: this menu allows to enter a password saved in the CPU.
Connect: this menu allows to log onto the DIP and PC.
Disconnect: this menu allows to log off the DIP and PC.
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7.3 <Read> Menu

This menu enables you to read the following parameters on the local or remote unit:

− Configuration: read all configuration parameters,

− Hardware configuration: Read hardware configuration parameters,

− Version: read firmware versions.

− Comments: read comments.

− Events file: read the events list.

− Alarms file: read the alarms list.

− Counters: read the local command counters.

− Alarms snapshot: ‘snapshot’ of the current alarm status.

− Input/Output: read input and output status.

In addition, remote reading provides access to:

− Bit error rate: bit error rate instant indication.

7.4 <Date> Menu
This menu enables you to read or write the date and time on the local or remote unit:

− Read: read the date and time on the local or remote unit.

− Write: write the date and time of the local or remote unit, either by copying the date
and time of the PC, or sending a date and time chosen by the user.
7.5 <Maintenance> menu
Selecting this menu allows the following maintenance actions to be performed:

− Maintenance Mode: toggles between operating and maintenance modes.

− Blocking: allows to block or unblock the communication line and command restitution
relays.

− Loopback: allows to perform a loopback either on the level of the local unit or remote
unit.

− Forcing: allows to force commands in transmission or reception as well as force

alarms relays.

− Interface: allows to force the optical or redundancy interface.

− Reset: allows to clear the history lists of events and alarms, as well as counters of the
local or remote equipment.

− Reset: performs a hardware or software reset of the local or remote unit.

− Save environment: allows to save the events, alarms and counters lists in the .csv
Excel-compatible format.
These files are placed in a directory where the HMI is installed.
7.6 <?> Menu
About: Indicates the software version of the HMI
Documentation: access to user manuals when they are installed.
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8. OPERATION OF THE HMI

8.1 Launching the HMI
To launch the HMI, click the HMI icon
8.2 Configuration procedure
Configuration creation is available regardless of PC/DIP connection status, and from level 0.
As this availability enables off-site creation and the preparation of configuration libraries, it
optimizes commissioning and maintenance operations.
The configuration of a new unit or reconfiguration of an existing unit involves creating or
modifying a configuration file by means of a configuration window (see § 8.4). The
configuration window is accessible from the menu bar in two ways:

− <File> Menu

− <Read> Menu
8.2.1 Configuration procedure from the <File> menu
1. Click File>New or File>Open.
2. Modify the displayed configuration.
3. Save the changed configuration (File>Save as…>).
4. Send the configuration to the unit.
8.2.2 Configuration procedure from the <Read> menu
The configuration of the local or remote unit can be modified by reading this configuration:
1. Click Read>Local> or Remote>Configuration.
2. Modify the displayed configuration.
3. Save the changed configuration (File>Save as…>).
4. Send the configuration to the unit.
8.3 <Tools> Menu
The <Tools> menu allows entering a user password, return to the user 0 level and log on or
log off the HMI application.
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8.3.1 User level selection

When the HMI is opened without entering a password the level user granted is 0.
To access a level 2, the user must enter a password. The level depends on the password.
For more details about user level and password management see § 4.
1. Select Tools>Select user level. The <Enter password> window opens:

2. Enter the password.

3. Check the level granted in the status bar.

The password created previously is saved in the PC. If lost, just reinstall the HMI application
on the PC and create the passwords again.
8.3.2 Returning to level 0
The user may return to level 0 at any time.
To set the user level to 0:
1. Select Tools>Return to level 0.

2. Check the user level in the status bar

8.3.3 Modify the password
Use the <Modify the password > submenu to create and / or change the embedded
password. For more safety, this password is then saved in the unit.

PLEASE NOTE THAT IF YOU FORGET THE EMBEDDED PASSWORD, IT

MAY BE RESET ONLY BY RETURNING THE MOTHERBOARD (UT148)
TO THE PLANT.
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8.3.4 Connect the HMI from the DIP

Click the Connect icon to open the <Connect> window

You can choose among the ports found automatically by the HMI or the favorites defined
beforehand. To create a new favorite, right-click the location where you wish to place the
favorite.
Check the status information in the status bar.
Note: When the HMI is connected to the DIP, the information is displayed in
the upper bar. For more information on the status bar information,
refer to chapter 6.6.

8.3.5 Disconnecting the HMI

To log off the HMI:
1. Select Tools> Disconnect.
2. The HMI is logged off, the Read, Data and Maintenance options are grayed out and
inaccessible.
8.4 Configuration window
8.4.1 Access to the Configuration window
Two methods allow to open the Configuration window from the <File>:
1. Select File> New to open a default configuration file.
2. Select File> Open to open an existing configuration file.
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The following window opens:

FIGURE 8 – MAIN CONFIGURATION WINDOW

Note: Opening the configuration window is also possible via the menu bar
by selecting Read > Local> Configuration.
The configuration window allows reading, modifying or creating configuration files.
Rolling the mouse over a tool displays information on its function.

FIGURE 9 – CONFIGURATION WINDOW TOOLBAR

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8.4.2 Configuration window - <File> menu

FIGURE 10 – CONFIGURATION FILE MENU

This menu allows configuration files to be saved, printed and closed.

Saving a configuration
To save a configuration:
1. Select File > Save.
2. Select a directory in the Windows environment.
3. Name the *.cfg file.
To print a configuration, select File > Print.
To exit the configuration window, select File> Exit.
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8.4.3 Configuration window - <Modify> menu

This menu allows to modify a configuration (default or new configuration).
To modify a configuration from the menu bar:
1. Select File>New or File>Open. The following configuration window opens:

8.5 Configuring General Parameters

1. Open the Main Configuration window (see § 8.4).
2. Select Modify>General. The <General configuration> window opens:

If necessary, modify the following parameter values:

Com. link: enter a value between 0 and 124.
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Note: The remote unit and local DIP must have the same logical address.
Configuration: check the 2, 4 or 8 commands button.

Please note that the 8 commands box is accessible only when 2 input/output boards were
entered in the Input/Output window
HMI port speed: select the value 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200 bps using the scroll
down window. The HMI will attempt to connect at the speed defined, in case of bad link, it
will attempt to connect at lower speeds.
Master / slave: select the master or slave value for a unit.
A DIP teleprotection unit must be composed of a master unit and the other slave unit.
IRIG-B: select the value Off or On by checking the appropriate box.
Connect the GPS equipment to the P20 connector.
Synchronize the DIP date to the external source (one synchronization signal every 30
seconds).
Limited log length: Limits lists stored in the DIP to 255 events and 255 alarms instead of
1785 each.

This may be useful in case of remote access to a network to shorten the information
download time.

During an intervention on running equipment, to ensure proper operation of this feature,

delete the lists of events and alarms already saved in the DIPs.

Configuring number of I/O board : Select the matching the hardware configuration (1 or 2
boards) by checking the corresponding box.

3. Once all parameters defined, click the button.

The <General configuration> window closes.
4. Check that the configuration window was updated with the new parameter values:
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8.6 Configuring the parameters of the communication interface

1. Open the Configuration window (see § 8.4).
2. Select <Modify> Communication interface. The <Interface> window opens:

3. Select the interface module corresponding to the hardware configuration on the scrolling
windows. Possible values are:

− IR182 (optical interface). To be chosen for an IR182 board or an IR187 board in

IR182 mode.

− IR173 G703-6 (2 MBps)

− IR179 V11 (RS 422)

− IR180 G703-1 codirectional (64 kbps)

− IR185 C37-94 (optical fiber interface). To be chosen for an IR185 board or an

IR187 board in C37.94 mode.

4. Click the button. The following window opens:

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5. Select the value Clock Source, Received or Internal, by checking the corresponding
button.
The following table indicates the type of source according to the case:

DIP direct copper

Type of DIP connected to a DIP connected to an
connection
interface transmission unit optical fiber**
(laboratory test)
Local Remote Local Remote Local Remote
IR173 Received Received Internal Received N/A N/A
IR180 Received Received Internal Received N/A N/A
IR182 or
(2) N/A N/A N/A N/A Internal Internal
IR187
IR182(3) Received Received N/A N/A N/A N/A
IR185 or
(2) Received Received N/A N/A Internal Received
IR187

* Case of the IR182 connected to the OCM5000, optical/V11 converter. This mode is not
compatible with the IR187 board.
** The C37.94 mode is recommended with the IR187 board for this application.

DIP direct copper

Type of DIP connected to a DIP in loopback
connection
interface transmission unit (laboratory test)
(laboratory test)
Local Remote Local Remote Local Remote
IR179 NORMAL NORMAL NORMAL H2 H1 Loopback of
T on R and
(Tx and Rx (Tx and Rx Rate to be Rate to be S on S'
clocks clocks selected selected
received) received) between 32 between 32
and 256 kbps and 256 kbps

FIGURE 11 – CLOCK SOURCE SELECTION

6. Check that the parameter values have been updated in the configuration window.

When an IR187 board is used, the parameter indicates its programming mode, i.e. IR182 or
IR185 for the C37.94 mode.
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8.7 Configuring the redundancy interface

With the optical interfaces IR182 and IR185, redundancy can be ensured with another digital
interface IR173, 179 or 180.
The Redundancy interface corresponds to the redundant digital interface.
Prior conditions
The redundancy interface can be configured only if an optical interface was selected as
communication interface (see § 8.6).

Procedure
1. Open the <Configuration> window (see § 2).
2. Select <Modify> Redundancy interface. The <Redundancy interface> window
opens:

3. Select the digital interface corresponding to the hardware configuration in the scrolling
window. Possible values:

− IR 180

− IR 173

− IR179

4. Click the button. The following window opens:

5. Select the value Clock Source, Received or Internal, by checking the corresponding
button.
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6. Click the button. The following window opens:

7. Select the value of the TOGGLE delay parameter by placing the cursor properly. The
possible values are between 5 ms and 100 ms.
This means defining the time after which interface toggling will be performed.

8. Click the button.

9. Check that the parameter values have been updated in the configuration window.
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8.8 Configuring Input/output Parameters

1. Open the Configuration window (see § 8.4).
2. Select Modify > Input / Output.
The <Input Output Configuration> window below opens:

8.8.1 Input filter configuration

Input filter
The Input filter delay corresponds to the minimum time for a signal command to be
considered.
Select the delay matching each command using the cursor.
A window displaying the numeric values allows placing the cursor on the value required. The
possible values are between 0 ms and 100 ms, by 1-ms steps.
We recommend to always leave a 1mS filtering minimum for the best protection
against parasite signals which may be present on the command inputs.
For more information on this feature, refer to document PTC-DIP5K-TS008

Reverse logic configuration

Parameter Description
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Note: Using the reverse logic function, an idle input corresponds to a command. The
matching input must be activated to stop sending commands
Procedure
Check the box associated with a command to apply reverse logic.

A warning message appears to indicate that a command will be sent until the input is
activated.

8.8.2 Input logic configuration

Parameter Description
This logic allows to allocate a logical operator to a board input, then allocate a command.
This function is available only when two boards are installed.
Logical operator available: OR,AND,LOG
OR
A command is emitted when one or the other inputs is active.
AND
A command is emitted when the two associated inputs are active.
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LOG
The following table describes the outputs corresponding to the possible combination of input
signals for the LOG operator.

INPUT 1 INPUT 2 OUTPUT

0 1 0

1 0 1

1 1 PREVIOUS STATE

0 0 PREVIOUS STATE

Procedure
To configure the input logic feature:

1. Click the button in the configuration window to pen the following window:

2. Check the box of the logical operator to allocate to a command.

3. Click the button in the <Input logic> window.

4. Click the button in the <Input Output Configuration> window.

The <Input Output Configuration> window closes.
5. Check that the parameter values have been updated in the configuration window.

8.8.3 State of output on Communication Major Alarm

Parameter Description
Idle: the restitution relay is set to the idle state in case of alarm.
Former state: the restitution relay contact remains open or closed, even in case of alarm.
The alarm has no impact on the status of the switch.
For each command
Select the Relay state on alarm parameter using the scrolling window.
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8.9 Application parameters configuration

1. Open the Configuration window (see § 8.4).
2. Select Modify>Application parameters:
The following window opens:

8.9.1 Configuration of transmission holding delays

The transmission holding delay corresponds to the validity time of an input command.
In the Transmission part, check the command to which a holding time is to be applied.
Click inside the green zone and enter the delay value (range of values from 20 to 200 ms).
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8.9.2 Configuration of the holding times for a command restitution

This parameter corresponds to the validity time of a command restitution.

1. Check the command restitution concerned.
2. Set the delay using the cursor (1 to 3000 ms).
3. Repeat this configuration for each command restitution to which a delay is to be applied.
For more information on configuring the holding times, refer to document PTC-DIP5K-TS008
8.9.3 Teleprotection scheme configuration
1. In the scroll-down menu, select the teleprotection scheme of the receiver to apply to
commands 1 and 2, 3 and 4, 5 and 6, 7 and 8:

− Presmissive trip

− Teletrip

− Blocking
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2. Click the button.

3. Check that the parameter values have been updated in the configuration window.

8.10 Alarm parameters configuration

1. Open the <Configuration> window (see § 8.4).
2. Select Modify > Alarms.
The <Alarms Configuration> window opens:

REMINDER:
A MINOR ALARM INDICATES A PROBLEM BUT THE EQUIPMENT
CONTINUES OPERATING.
A MAJOR ALARM INDICATES A PROBLEM BUT THE EQUIPMENT IS
BLOCKED. COMMAND ACQUISITION AND RESTITUTION ARE
INHIBITED.
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8.10.1 Configuration of the bit error rate threshold

1. Check the Bit error rate button corresponding to the minor alarm threshold required.
2. Check the Bit error rate button corresponding to the major alarm threshold required.
3. We recommend to leave the default values. 1xE-3 for the minor alarm and 1xE-2 for
the major alarm.
8.10.2 Configuration of the prolonged command alarm

If an input signal exceeds the threshold defined, an alarm is triggered.

1. Check the Alarm upon prolonged command box.
2. Place the cursor to define a duration (between 1 and 30 seconds per 1-second steps).
3. Allocate a minor or major level by checking the corresponding button.
8.10.3 Configuration of the communication time alarm

If the communication time exceeds the threshold defined, an alarm is triggered.

1. Check the Alarm upon communication time box.
2. Place the cursor to define a transmission time (between 3 and 20 ms).
3. Allocate a minor or major level by checking the corresponding button.
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8.10.4 Configuration of the command relay delay

Closing of the contact relay can be delayed. Possible values are:

− 0

− 2.5 s

− 5s

− 10 s
For each relay 1 and 2, a major alarm and a minor alarm are possible:
Select the delay by positioning the scrolling button.
8.11 Entering comments
The user can enter comments.
To enter comments:
1. Open the Configuration window (see § 8.4).
2. Select Modify > Comments.
The following window opens:

1. Fill in the following information fields:

− Local station name (20 characters max)

− Remote station name (20 characters max)

2. Enter the comments in the <Comments> field.
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3. Click the button.

4. Enter the comments in the <Configuration> field.

8.12 Sending a configuration file

This menu allows to send a configuration from the PC HMI to the teleprotection unit.
Prior conditions
Sending a configuration is possible with the user 2 level. The HMI must be connected to the
teleprotection unit.
Procedure
To send the configuration, select the <Send> menu (Local or Remote) from the
<Configuration> menu:

If the configuration transmission is successful, a message window opens:

Click the OK button, the DIP resets.

8.13 <Read> Menu
8.13.1 Menu Description

The <Read> menu allows to display the following information on the local or remote
teleprotection unit:

− Configuration
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− Hardware configuration

− DIP firmware version

− Comments

− Event list

− Alarms list

− Counters

− Alarms snapshot

− Inputs / Outputs state

− Remote bit error rate (the local bit error rate is displayed permanently in the lower
status bar)
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8.13.2 Reading a configuration

To read the local configuration, select Read> Local> Configuration. The following
configuration window opens:

Note: To read the remote configuration, select Read> Remote>

Configuration.

8.13.3 Reading the hardware configuration

To read the local hardware configuration, select Read> Local> Hardware configuration.
The following window opens:
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8.13.4 Reading the DIP firmware version

To read the software version in local, select Read> Local> Version. The following window
opens:

8.13.5 Read comments

To read comments, select Read> Local> Comments. The following window opens:
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8.13.6 Read an events list

To read events, select Read> Local>Events list. The following window opens:

FIGURE 12 – EXAMPLE OF READING THE EVENTS LIST

The capacity of the list is 1785 events.

Click the tool to refresh the list

Click the disquette tool (or use the menu File>Save) to generate the events file (*.evt)
viewable by the menu File>Open in the main screen.

Click the printer tool (or use the menu File>Print) to print the events file.

Click the tool to export the events file in the Excel compatible format.
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8.13.7 Read an alarms list

To read the alarms list in local, select Read> Local> Alarms list. The following window
opens:

FIGURE 13 – EXAMPLE OF READING IN THE ALARMS LIST

The capacity of the list is 1785 alarms.

Click the tool to refresh the list

Click the disquette tool (or use the menu File>Save) to generate the events file (*.evt)
viewable by the menu File>Open in the main screen.

Click the printer tool (or use the menu File>Print) to print the events file.

Click the tool to export the alarms file in the Excel compatible format.
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8.13.8 Reading counters

To read the counters, select Read> Local> Counter. The following window opens:

FIGURE 14 – EXAMPLE OF LOCAL COMMAND COUNTERS

Click the tool to refresh the list

Click the disquette tool (or use the menu File>Save) to generate the counters file (*.cpt)
viewable by the menu File>Open in the main screen.
Click the printer tool (or use the menu File>Print) to print the alarms file.
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8.13.9 Reading instant alarms

To read instant alarms, select Read> Local> Instant alarms. The following window opens:

Check the ‘Refresh’ box to refresh the view automatically every 3 seconds.
Note: Instant alarms can also be read by clicking Alarm visible in the status
bar in case of alarm.
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8.13.10 Read input / output statuses

To read input / output statuses, select Read> Local> Input Output. The following window
opens:

This view is refreshed automatically every 3 seconds.

8.14 <Date> Menu

The <Date> menu allows to read or write the date of local or remote teleprotection unit.
8.14.1 Read the date
Select Date> Local> Read. The following window opens:
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8.14.2 Writing the date

Select Date> Local> Write. The following window opens:

The scrolling menus allow selecting the day, month, year and time.

8.15 <Maintenance> menu

Level 2 is required to access this command

The <Maintenance> menu allows the following operations:

− <Maintenance mode / Operating mode>: switch to the maintenance mode or

operating mode.

− <Blocking / unblocking>: blocking / unblocking the communication line and

restitution relays.

− <Loopback>: local or remote loopback. Remote loopback is accessible only if the line
has been unblocked.

− <Forcing>: transmitter, command restitution alarms.

− <Interface> (accessible in operating mode and only when redundancy has been
activated): forces the active interface (optical or redundancy).
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− <reset>: clear events, alarms or counters (local or remote).

− <Reset> local or remote. Resetting the DIP

− <Save environment>, allows saving the files of events, alarms or counters in the
Excel-compatible format

THE HMI DOES NOT OPERATE AS A SIMULATOR. MORE PARTICULARLY,

FORCING TRIGGERS ACTUAL COMMAND TRANSMISSIONS AND RENDERING.
THEREFORE, UNTIMELY USE OF THESE COMMANDS MAY HAVE A SEVERE
IMPACT ON THE OPERATION.

8.15.1 Switch to the maintenance / operating mode

To switch from the Maintenance mode to the operating mode (requires level 2)
1. Select Maintenance>Operating mode.
The following window appears and displays a message indicating data was transmitted
successfully:

2. Check that appears in the status bar.

To switch from the <Maintenance> mode to the <Operating mode>:
3. Select Operating mode> Maintenance mode.
The <Transmitted data> message is displayed.

4. Check that appears in the status bar.

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8.15.2 Blocking / Unblocking

The <Blocking> menu is available in the Maintenance mode.

1. Select Blocking > Unblocking / Blocking the line to unblock / block a line.

Unblocking the line allows to restore communication between both DIP. A command can be
transmitted to the remote unit.
2. Select Blocking > Unblocking / Blocking relay to unblock / block a relay.

Unblocking a relay allows to restore the connection between the local DIP and the protection
relays it is connected to. A command can be received locally.
3. The line status and relay status displayed in the upper bar are updated:

8.15.3 Loopback
1. Select Loopback > Local loopback deactivated to deactivate loopback.
2. Select Loopback > Local loopback activated to activate loopback.
3. The type of loopback displayed in the upper status bar is up to date:

8.15.4 Forcing

The forcing menus are available in maintenance mode from user 2 level.
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8.15.5 Transmitter forcing

CAUTION ! COMMANDS ARE LAUNCHED USING THIS FEATURE.

Prior conditions
The active mode must be Operational
User level 2.
Procedure
To force the transmitter:
Select Forcing > Transmitter forcing.
The following window opens:

1. Check the boxes matching the commands to be forced.

2. Click the button.

A warning message is displayed to report that local command restitutions are activated.

3. Click the Yes button to confirm.

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8.15.6 Restitution forcing

This command allows to force the commands in order to check their operational status.
To force the commands:
Select> Forcing command reception.
The following window opens.

Check the box matching the command to force.

Click the button.

The Data transmitted message is displayed.
If the relays are unblocked, the commands received are transmitted locally to the protection
relay connected to the DIP.
8.15.7 Alarms forcing
This command allows to force the alarms in order to check their operation.
To force the alarms:
Select Forcing > Alarms. The <Forcing alarms> window opens:

Check the Minor or Major box, or both, for alarms to be forced.

Click the button.

The Data transmitted message is displayed.
Check the alarms status LEDs and the associated switches on connector P16.
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8.15.8 Interface forcing

Prior conditions
The redundancy feature must be activated.
User level 2.
The mode must be <Maintenance>.
Procedure
This command allows, when the redundancy function is activated, to switch from the optical
interface to another digital interface, and vice versa.
To switch from one interface to the other:
1. Select Maintenance> Interface. The following window opens:

The active interface is identified by a dot in the corresponding button.

Click the button of the interface required.

Click the button.

The following confirmation window opens:

Click the Yes button. The Data transmitted message is displayed.

The DIP resets.
After resetting, check that the switch was successful by selecting Maintenance> Interface,
the active interface must have changed.
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8.15.9 Reset
This command allows clearing files of events, alarms or counters on a local or remote
teleprotection unit.
To clear the histories, select Clear histories> Local> Events or History> Local> Alarms.

The warning message <Are you sure ?> is displayed. Answer Yes.
A confirmation of clearing events/alarms is displayed.

8.15.10 Resetting the DIP

This command allows resetting the DIP in local in the <Operating mode>, in local and
remote in the <Maintenance> mode.
To reset the DIP, select Reset > Local or Reset> Remote.
A message appears, confirming the reset.
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8.16 Expert Menu

This command allows to block the oscillator.
This means time stamping to save the batteries in case of extended storage of the
teleprotection.
Restarting is performed simply by resetting the time of the DIP. See § 8.14.2.
NOTE: The battery is used to save the time, events and alarms lists as well
as command counters.
8.17 Reading the version of the HMI
To read the software version of the HMI, select <?>: About. The following window opens:

8.18 Exit the HMI.

To exit the HMI, click the submenu <Exit> in the <File> menu of the base screen.
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9. EXAMPLE OF REDUNDANCY CONFIGURATION

9.1 Example description
The following procedure describes the configuration of the redundancy function with main
interface IR185, the redundancy interface IR180, the clock and a 10 ms delay.
9.2 Prior conditions
IR185 and IR 180 must be installed in the DIP.
Read the hardware configuration, by selecting Read> Local> Hardware configuration. The
following window opens:

IR 180 and IR 182 must be present.

9.2.1.1 Configuration
Select Read> Local>Configuration to open the configuration file.
Select Modify> Comm. interface. The following window opens:
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Select IR185 in the scroll down menu.

Click the button.

Select <Modify> Redundancy interface. The following window opens:

Select IR180 in the scroll down menu.

Click the Trigger button. The following window opens:

Adjust the delay before switching to place the cursor on 10 ms.

Click the button.

Check that the configuration window was updated with the new parameter values:
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Comment on the switching delay:

The switching time can be set between 5 and 100 ms for each side. This means the total
time measured is:
Switching time = trip time Dip1 + trigger time Dip2 + about 8 ms for the communication of the
Dip.
This optical-electric switching redundancy procedure is automatic.