User Guide

S280-104-3
Form 4D Recloser Control
Communications
January 2012 • Supersedes 6/2011
Cooper Power Systems
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 Safety for Life
Cooper Power Systems products meet or exceed all applicable industry standards relating to
product safety. We actively promote safe practices in the use and maintenance of our products
through service literature, instructional training programs and the continuous efforts of all Cooper
Power Systems’ employees involved in product design, manufacture, marketing and service.
We strongly urge that you always follow all locally approved safety procedures and safety
instructions when working around high voltage lines and equipment and support our "Safety for
Life” mission.

SAFETY INFORMATION
The instructions in this manual are not intended as a substitute for proper training or adequate
experience in the safe operation of the equipment described. Only competent technicians who
are familiar with the equipment should install, operate and service it.
A competent technician has these qualifications:
ƒ Is thoroughly familiar with these instructions.
ƒ Is trained in industry-accepted high- and low-voltage safe operating practices and
procedures.
ƒ Is trained and authorized to energize, de-energize, clear and ground power distribution
equipment.
ƒ Is trained in the care and use of protective equipment such as flash clothing, safety
glasses, face shield, hard hat, rubber gloves, hot stick, etc.
Following is important safety information. For safe installation and operation of this equipment be
sure to read and understand all cautions and warnings.

Hazard Statement Definitions

This manual contains two types of hazard statements:
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.

WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could

result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result
in minor or moderate injury.

CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result
in equipment damage only.

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 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The following general caution and warning statements apply to this equipment. Additional
statements, relating to specific tasks and procedures, are located throughout the manual.

DANGER: Hazardous voltage. Contact with hazardous voltage will cause

death or severe personal injury. Follow all locally approved
safety procedures working around high- and low-voltage lines
and equipment.
G103.3

WARNING: Before installing, operating, maintaining, or testing this

equipment, carefully read and understand the contents of this
manual. Improper operation, handling or maintenance can
result in death, severe personal injury, and equipment damage.
G101.0

WARNING: This equipment is not intended to protect human life. Follow all
locally approved procedures and safety practices when
installing or operating this equipment. Failure to comply can
result in death, severe personal injury and equipment damage.
G102.1

WARNING: Power distribution and transmission equipment must be

properly selected for the intended application. It must be
installed and serviced by competent personnel who have been
trained and understand proper safety procedures. These
instructions are written for such personnel and are not a
substitute for adequate training and experience in safety
procedures. Failure to properly select, install or maintain power
distribution and transmission equipment can result in death,
severe personal injury and equipment damage.
G122.3

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 Table of Contents
1  Introduction 1 
1.1  Introduction ................................................................................................ 1 
1.2  Communications Interfaces Overview ....................................................... 1 
1.3  Protocols Overview .................................................................................... 2 

2  Communications Interfaces 3 
2.1  Communications Interfaces ....................................................................... 3 
2.1.1  USB Device Connectivity .............................................................. 3 
2.1.2  USB Host Connectivity.................................................................. 3 
2.1.3  Serial RS-232 Interface................................................................. 4 
2.1.4  Serial RS-485 Interface................................................................. 4 
2.1.5  Ethernet Interface – Copper Media............................................... 5 
2.1.6  Ethernet Interface – Multi-Mode Fiber Media ............................... 5 
2.1.7  Ethernet Interface – Single-Mode Fiber Media ............................. 6 
2.1.8  Multi-Mode Fiber Optic Serial Interface ........................................ 6 
2.2  Communications Media Selection ............................................................. 7 
2.2.1  RS-485 Multi-Drop / Bus Media .................................................... 7 
2.2.2  Copper Ethernet Media ................................................................. 7 
2.2.3  Fiber Optic Media.......................................................................... 7 
2.2.3.1  Fiber Media Selection ......................................... 8 
2.2.3.2  Cooper Power Systems Fiber Optic
Transceivers 8 
2.2.3.3  Fiber Optic Link Budgeting ................................. 9 
2.2.3.3.1  Fiber Link Budget Example............................ 9 

3  Communications Protocols 10 

3.1  Communications Protocols Introduction .................................................. 10 
3.2  Protocol Implementation Overview .......................................................... 10 
3.2.1  Distributed Network Protocol – DNP3......................................... 10 
3.2.2  IEC 60870-5-101 and IEC 60870-5-104 ..................................... 11 
3.2.3  MODBUS RTU ............................................................................ 11 
3.2.3.1  Supported Functions ......................................... 11 
3.2.4  Cooper 2179 ............................................................................... 12 

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 3.2.4.1  Supported Functions ......................................... 12 
3.2.5  IEC 61850 ................................................................................... 12 
3.3  Communications Protocol Availability ...................................................... 13 
3.4  Available Data and Control Points ........................................................... 13 

4  Communications Configuration 15 

4.1  Port Configuration and Protocol Assignment ........................................... 15 
4.2  Network Protocols .................................................................................... 17 
4.2.1  IP Address Configuration ............................................................ 17 
4.2.1.1  Special IP Addressing Considerations ............. 18 
4.2.2  Default IP Port Numbers ............................................................. 18 
4.2.3  WAN vs. LAN Connections ......................................................... 19 
4.2.3.1  Controls with DNP3 and IEC 60870-5 .............. 19 
4.2.3.2  Controls with Expanded Protocols .................... 19 
4.3  ProView NXG Communications Configuration ........................................ 19 
4.3.1  Managing ProView NXG Connections ........................................ 20 
4.3.1.1  Serial Connections ............................................ 20 
4.3.1.2  TCP/IP (Network) Connections......................... 22 
4.3.2  Connecting with ProView NXG Software .................................... 23 
4.4  Protocol Configuration – DNP3 ................................................................ 24 
4.4.1  Basic Configuration ..................................................................... 24 
4.4.2  Advanced Configuration.............................................................. 25 
4.4.3  URBE (Unsolicited Report By Exception) Configuration ............ 26 
4.4.4  Network Configuration ................................................................ 27 
4.4.5  Discrete Points Configuration ..................................................... 29 
4.4.5.1  User Map Capacity ........................................... 29 
4.4.5.2  User Map Modification ...................................... 29 
4.5  Protocol Configuration – IEC 60870-5-101 .............................................. 33 
4.5.1  Basic Configuration ..................................................................... 33 
4.5.2  Advanced Configuration.............................................................. 34 
4.5.3  Discrete Points Configuration ..................................................... 35 
4.5.3.1  User Map Capacity ........................................... 36 
4.5.3.2  User Map Modification ...................................... 36 
4.6  Protocol Configuration – IEC 60870-5-104 .............................................. 38 
4.6.1  Basic Configuration ..................................................................... 39 
4.6.2  Advanced Configuration.............................................................. 40 
4.6.3  Discrete Points Configuration ..................................................... 40 

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 4.6.3.1  User Map Capacity ........................................... 41 
4.6.3.2  User Map Modification ...................................... 41 
4.7  Protocol Configuration – Cooper 2179 .................................................... 43 
4.7.1  Basic Configuration ..................................................................... 44 
4.7.2  Discrete Points Configuration ..................................................... 45 
4.7.2.1  User Map Capacity ........................................... 45 
4.7.2.2  User Map Modification ...................................... 45 
4.8  Protocol Configuration - MODBUS .......................................................... 49 
4.8.1  Basic Configuration ..................................................................... 49 
4.8.2  Discrete Points Configuration ..................................................... 50 
4.8.2.1  User Map Capacity ........................................... 51 
4.8.2.2  User Map Modification ...................................... 51 
4.9  Protocol Configuration – IEC 61850 ........................................................ 54 
4.9.1  Basic Configuration ..................................................................... 54 
4.9.2  Advanced Configuration.............................................................. 55 
4.9.3  Network Configuration ................................................................ 56 
4.9.4  GOOSE Configuration ................................................................ 56 
4.9.5  Create 61850 ICD File and Create GOOSE ICD File ................. 57 
4.10  Protocol Configuration – SNTP (Simple Network Time Protocol)............ 58 
4.10.1  SNTP Configuration ....................................................... 58 
4.11  User Map HTML Export Function ............................................................ 59 

5  Interface Details and Application Examples 62 

5.1  RS-232 Connections ................................................................................ 62 
5.1.1  Interface Pin-out.......................................................................... 63 
5.1.2  DCE vs. DTE ............................................................................... 63 
5.1.3  CTS Support ............................................................................... 64 
5.1.4  Collision Avoidance..................................................................... 64 
5.2  RS-485 Networks ..................................................................................... 64 
5.2.1  Key Components ........................................................................ 64 
5.2.1.1  Interconnection Wiring ...................................... 65 
5.2.1.2  Interface Pin-out................................................ 66 
5.2.1.3  Terminating Resistors ....................................... 66 
5.2.1.4  Half/Full-Duplex Mode Selection ...................... 67 
5.2.2  Half-Duplex Connections ............................................................ 67 
5.2.3  Full-Duplex Connections ............................................................. 68 
5.3  Serial Fiber Connections.......................................................................... 69 

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 5.3.1  Key Components ........................................................................ 69 
5.3.1.1  Media Interface ................................................. 70 
5.3.1.2  Echo Mode Selection ........................................ 70 
5.3.1.3  3.6V Fiber Loop Backup Battery Connector ..... 71 
5.3.2  Point-to-Point Topology .............................................................. 71 
5.3.3  Loop Topology ............................................................................ 72 
5.4  Copper Ethernet Connections.................................................................. 73 
5.4.1  Auto-Negotiation ......................................................................... 73 
5.5  Fiber Ethernet Connections ..................................................................... 73 
5.5.1  Multi-Mode Fiber Ethernet .......................................................... 73 
5.5.1.1  Dual ST Interface .............................................. 73 
5.5.1.2  Dual SC Interface.............................................. 74 
5.5.1.3  MT-RJ Interface ................................................ 74 
5.5.2  Single-Mode Fiber Ethernet ........................................................ 75 
5.5.2.1  Dual LC Interface .............................................. 75 

6  Radios and Communications Support Equipment 76 

6.1  Overview .................................................................................................. 76 
6.2  Accessory Power ..................................................................................... 76 
6.3  Radio Installation ..................................................................................... 76 
6.3.1  Radio Mounting Tray................................................................... 77 
6.3.2  Radio Interface Board ................................................................. 77 
6.3.3  Radio Antennas and Lightning Protection .................................. 78 

7  Support 79 

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1 Introduction

1.1 Introduction
Congratulations on your selection of the Cooper Power Systems Form 4D recloser
control. You will find that the Form 4D control has been outfitted with many valuable
features to support local and remote communications, equipping it to serve as a versatile
component of your communicating distribution system, no matter the level of automation.
This manual serves to outline the communication functions available in the Form 4D
recloser control. This includes detailed set-up instructions in the areas of local service
communications, remote service communications, and digital SCADA communications.

1.2 Communications Interfaces Overview

The Form 4D recloser control has been designed on a modular hardware platform,
allowing you to implement only those communications technologies necessary for each
installation. A variety of communications interfaces are available for the Form 4D control,
including:
‰ USB Client connectivity [USB-B] (standard on every control)
‰ USB Host connectivity [USB-A] (standard on every control)
‰ Serial RS-232 [DB9]
‰ Serial RS-485 w/ Full Duplex Support [5-Position Terminal block]
‰ Multi-mode Fiber Optic Serial [Dual ST]
‰ Copper Ethernet [8P8C modular]
‰ Multi-mode Fiber Optic Ethernet [MT-RJ or Dual ST or Dual SC]
‰ Single-mode Fiber Optic Ethernet [Dual LC]

In addition, optional accessory provisions are available to support a wide variety of third-
party communication and automation applications, including, but not limited to:
‰ Cellular/GSM modems
‰ Short-range wireless modules
‰ Traditional point-to-point / point-to-multipoint radios

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1.3 Protocols Overview

The Form 4D Recloser Control provides native support for the following digital SCADA
communications protocols:
‰ DNP3 Serial
‰ DNP3 IP
‰ IEC 60870-5-101 (Serial)
‰ IEC 60870-5-104 (Network)
Additional protocols are also supported with various ordering options:
‰ Cooper 2179
‰ MODBUS RTU (Serial)
‰ IEC 61850
‰ SNTP (Simple Network Time Protocol)
The Form 4D control will accommodate many different communications implementations,
ranging from single end point SCADA-only to multi end point SCADA with remote
configuration. The Form 4D control allows configuration of up to two remote SCADA
communications protocols, depending on the number of communications interfaces
installed. One protocol may be activated for each physical communications port that is
installed.
The ProView NXGTM software can communicate with the Form 4D control via the
dedicated front panel USB port or installed communications accessory cards. If an
Ethernet communications module is installed, simultaneous ProView NXG software and
SCADA connections are supported by way of a dedicated logical DNP device address
and IP port sharing a single IP address with any configured network-connected SCADA
protocols.

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2 Communications Interfaces

2.1 Communications Interfaces

The Form 4D control is equipped with three logical communication ports. One port (Port
0) is reserved for use by the front panel USB Data Port, with Ports 1 and 2 available for
use with accessory communications interfaces. These accessory interfaces can be
added in any combination, with a separate protocol available for assignment to each port.
Communications interface cards are available as control accessories at time of order or
as field-installable service kits. Each interface card is designed to meet the specific needs
of a particular communications media, as described below.

Note: Installation of communications accessories not included from the factory should
be conducted according to the Service Kit Installation Instructions included with
the kit.

2.1.1 USB Device Connectivity

A USB Device Connectivity port (right-most front panel Data Port, Type B) is included on
every Form 4D recloser control. This port is intended to serve as the primary local
communications port for control programming using the ProView NXG interface software.
When connected to a compatible PC, the USB device port is enumerated as a virtual
serial (COM) port, allowing connection to most modern personal computers, including
those without integrated legacy 9-pin RS-232 ports. ProView NXG software is designed
to automatically detect controls that have been connected to the PC via the USB Device
port.

2.1.2 USB Host Connectivity

A USB Host Connectivity port (left-most front panel Data Port, Type A) is also included on
every Form 4D control. This port is used to allow simple data retrieval and settings
modification via readily-available USB flash media in lieu of a locally connected PC
running the ProView NXG interface software. This port is also used for firmware
upgrades. SCADA connections are not available through this interface.

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2.1.3 Serial RS-232 Interface
The RS-232 serial interface option equips the Form 4D control with a 9-pin (DB9M) male
connector, supporting both SCADA and ProView NXG software connections.
Two LEDs are provided for traffic activity indication on the RS-232 card. The right-most
RED LED indicates RX activity, while the left-most GREEN LED indicates TX activity.
Connections made from this DTE interface to standard communications devices –
modems, radios, media converters (DCE Equipment) – should be made using straight-
through (1-1) serial cables. Connections to a PC (DTE Equipment) running ProView
NXG or SCADA system emulation software must be made using null modem cables.
Refer to the Interface Details and Application Examples section of this manual for
additional information.

2.1.4 Serial RS-485 Interface

The RS-485 serial interface option provides a five-position terminal header and mating
dual-row ten-position connector for connection to an RS-485 network. Two connection
points are provided for each terminal on the card to facilitate daisy-chaining of controls in
a multi-drop/bus environment. Full duplex operation is selectable by way of a duplex
mode selection switch (SW1) on the interface card circuit board. 120Ω Terminating
resistors are also available for end nodes by way of a selection switch on the circuit
board (SW2). The RS-485 serial interface card is preset at the factory for half duplex
operation, with terminating resistors disabled. Switch settings should be verified to ensure
proper configuration before installation.
The RS-485 interface incorporates traffic activity indication LEDs, with the right-most
RED LED indicating RX activity, and the left-most GREEN LED indicating TX activity.
The Form 4D control RS-485 interface has a nominal unit load value of 1/8 (0.125).
Refer to the Interface Details and Application Examples section of this manual for
additional information.

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2.1.5 Ethernet Interface – Copper Media
The Form 4D control Ethernet interface is a 10/100Mbps auto-negotiating interface,
eliminating the need for a crossover cable when connecting directly to a PC for
configuration. This port can be used to connect to hardwired networks and wireless IP-
based devices that utilize wired Ethernet connections for the local connection.
Ethernet may be used as a dual-purpose interface in the Form 4D Control, able to
perform both configuration communications through ProView NXG software and digital
SCADA concurrently through separate logical DNP devices on separate IP ports running
on the control.
Refer to the Interface Details and Application Examples section of this manual for
additional information.

2.1.6 Ethernet Interface – Multi-Mode Fiber Media

The Form 4D control Multi-Mode Fiber Optic Ethernet interface is designed for use with
62.5/125μm media, although 50/125μm and others may be used as well. Media
connection to the interface is made via MT-RJ connector, dual ST connectors, or dual SC
connectors (termination to be specified at time of ordering). The Form 4D control MT-RJ
connector has indexing pins already in place; the customer-supplied patch cable should
be inserted without an additional set of index pins.
The multi-mode fiber Ethernet transmitter operates via a 1380nm LED source, with a
nominal output power of -15.7dBm into the recommended fiber media. The receiver
requires a driving optical input power level of at least -34.5dBm. See the Fiber Optic
Link Budgeting section of this manual for more information on designing fiber media
links.
Refer to the Interface Details and Application Examples section of this manual for
additional information.

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2.1.7 Ethernet Interface – Single-Mode Fiber Media
The Form 4D control Single-Mode Fiber Optic Ethernet interface is available as an
alternative to the multi-mode interface, intended to be used for long-distance fiber
Ethernet connections, typically in excess of 2000 meters. It is compatible with 9μm
single-mode fiber optic media. Media is connected to the interface via dual LC
connectors.
The single-mode fiber Ethernet transmitter operates via a 1360nm LED source, with a
nominal output power of -15dBm into the recommended fiber media. The receiver
requires a driving optical input power level of at least -38dBm. Refer to the Fiber Optic
Link Budgeting section of this manual for additional information regarding designing
fiber media links.
Refer to the Interface Details and Application Examples section of this manual for
additional information.

2.1.8 Multi-Mode Fiber Optic Serial Interface

Serial data communications may also be conducted via the Fiber Optic Serial interface
card. This interface is designed for use with 62.5/125μm media and is connected via dual
female ST receptacles mounted on the connector plate. As with the Ethernet fiber
interfaces, other fiber media may be used, such as 50/125μm media, if necessary. Fiber
loop mode, also known as ECHO mode or ring mode, is selectable by way of mode
selection switch (SW1) on the interface card circuit board. The fiber optic serial interface
card is preset at the factory for ECHO off operation. Switch settings should be verified to
ensure proper configuration before installation.
The serial fiber transmitter operates via an 820nm LED source, with a nominal output
power of -16dBm into the recommended fiber media. The receiver requires a driving
optical input power level of at least -24dBm. Refer to the Fiber Optic Link Budgeting
section of this manual for additional information regarding designing fiber media links.

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 In case of control power loss, the serial fiber interface also includes a provision for
sustaining fiber loops through the Form 4D control. A 3.6V Fiber Loop Backup Battery
can be attached to the 2-pin plug-in terminal block on the face of the interface card,
allowing fiber loops to remain linked, with the Form 4D control being removed from the
communications path, should control power to the Form 4D control be lost. This battery is
only discharged when the interface is set for ECHO ON operation, and control power is
lost.
Refer to the Interface Details and Application Examples section of this manual for
additional information.

2.2 Communications Media Selection

Proper selection of communications media is important in any communicating system to
ensure that all equipment and associated accessories are able to function as designed.
Each type of communications media carries a different set of specifying criteria. Use the
information in the following sections to help specify the communications media to be
connected to your Form 4D control.

2.2.1 RS-485 Multi-Drop / Bus Media

When connecting to the Form 4D control via RS-485, the network bus should be wired as
recommended in the TIA/EIA-485-A specification for RS-485 multi-drop networks, which
includes the use of twisted-pair cabling with a characteristic impedance of 120Ω.
Deviation from these recommendations should be in accordance with design calculations
discussed in the TIA/EIA-485-A specification application guideline publication.

2.2.2 Copper Ethernet Media

The Copper Ethernet interface card provides a standard 8P8C modular connection for
use with Cat5e/Cat6 network interface cabling, to be wired per TIA/EIA-568. Due to this
interface’s auto-negotiation capability, any T568A or T568B compliant cabling may be
used, including crossover cabling (although not necessary), to connect the control directly
to a computer, switch, or other networking device. Cable lengths should not exceed the
recommended maximum of 100m; other factors may further limit this maximum length.

2.2.3 Fiber Optic Media

Fiber optic media can provide reliable communications over long distances while
providing superior noise immunity. Special considerations must be taken into account
when determining the maximum distance for each fiber media run to ensure the quality of
the link.

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2.2.3.1 Fiber Media Selection
Fiber optic communications media is available with a variety of different physical
specifications. Fiber media is most commonly described by a core size, cladding size,
and attenuation factor. These specifications should be matched with the fiber optic
transceivers being used to ensure optimum performance. The most common
combinations of multi-mode core and cladding sizes include 62.5/125 micron and 50/125
micron (μm). Attenuation factors vary between manufacturers and fiber types; lower
attenuation factors will increase the maximum distance over which the fiber link can be
reliably maintained.

2.2.3.2 Cooper Power Systems Fiber Optic Transceivers

Cooper Power Systems has standardized on a 62.5/125 micron multi-mode fiber
recommendation for most applications due to both its wide availability and proven
success in many different applications. This type of multi-mode fiber is also compatible
with both serial and Ethernet communications deployments. Some special applications,
such as single-mode fiber Ethernet, require a specialized type of fiber media, such as
9/125 micron single-mode fiber.
The fiber optic transceiver specifications for the Form 4D recloser control are listed
below. Use this information, in conjunction with the link budget guidelines, to determine
the expected maximum distances for fiber optic communications links.

‰ Multi-Mode Serial Fiber Interface

‰ Output optical power
‰ 62.5/125μm fiber -12.0dBm
‰ 50/125μm fiber -15.8dBm
‰ Input optical power -24.0dBm
‰ Operating wavelength 820nm

‰ Multi-Mode Fiber Ethernet Interface

‰ Output optical power
‰ 62.5/125μm fiber -15.7dBm
‰ 50/125μm fiber -20.3dBm
‰ Input optical power -34.5dBm
‰ Operating wavelength 1380nm

‰ Single-Mode Fiber Ethernet Interface

‰ Output optical power (9μm fiber) -15 to -8dBm
‰ Input optical power -38.0dBm
‰ Operating wavelength 1261-1360nm

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2.2.3.3 Fiber Optic Link Budgeting
Regardless of the type of fiber media being used, there is one generalized formula for
determining the maximum distance over which a given set of fiber specifications and
components can be expected to provide a reliable link. Fiber optic links are affected by
the physical characteristics of the transceivers, fiber media, and any transitions between
media types and interfaces. All of these factors can be accounted for in the general
formula shown below.

Maximum Cable Length = ( PI – PO – S ) / A

where

PI = Optical input power (dBm)

PO = Optical output power (dBm)
S = Safety margin (-1.5 to -2.0dBm)
A = Attenuation factor (dB/km)

2.2.3.3.1 Fiber Link Budget Example

For a serial fiber optic link, using 62.5/125μm fiber with an attenuation factor of 3.5dB/km,
the following equation provides a value for the maximum expected fiber length to support
reliable communications:

[ (-24dBm) – (-16dBm) – (-1.5dBm) ] / [ -3.5dB/km ] = 1.857km ≈ 6093ft

PI PO S A Max Cable Length

Optical splices, amplifiers, combiners, and other fiber optic media devices should be
considered with their respective gains and losses, and added to the above formulation as
appropriate. Higher levels of link quality confidence can be achieved using larger safety
margin values for S.

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3 Communications Protocols

3.1 Communications Protocols Introduction

The Form 4D control is equipped standard with two communications protocol families to
facilitate Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition, referred to in this manual as
“SCADA.” These two protocols, DNP3 and IEC 60870-5, are offered in both serial and
network implementations to support a wide variety of communications deployments over
a wide array of viable mediums.
Cooper Power Systems offers ordering options that support integrated access to
additional SCADA communications protocols such MODBUS, Cooper 2179, and IEC
61850 using the familiar ProView NXG configuration interface. Contact your Cooper
Power Systems representative for additional ordering option information.
In addition to the above SCADA protocols, the Form 4D control also provides Simple
Network Time Protocol (SNTP) client services to allow for network time synchronization
with an SNTP server over an Ethernet network connection. These time synchronization
services are available on any Ethernet-equipped Form 4D control configured with a
MODBUS, Cooper 2179, or IEC 61850 protocol ordering option. For additional
information on SNTP, see the Communications Protocol Configuration – SNTP
section of this manual.

3.2 Protocol Implementation Overview

The Form 4D control has been designed to integrate SCADA communications protocols
in accordance with available standards and interoperability guidelines published by
various responsible entities. Interoperability documents and device profile information,
outlining the implemented features and functions of each protocol, are available from
Cooper Power Systems.

3.2.1 Distributed Network Protocol – DNP3

The Form 4D control implementation of DNP3 provides a robust interface for remote
control of and data retrieval from remote devices. Additional information regarding DNP3
can be obtained from the DNP Users’ Group at www.dnp.org. The DNP3 protocol
implementation in the Form 4D control has been designed for certification under DNP3
IED Subset Level 2 device specifications.
Both the serial and network implementation of DNP3 allow retrieval of analog, binary, and
counter information from the remote intelligent electronic device (IED), or outstation, in
addition to remote device control via binary output points. DNP3 can be configured for
use with any of the accessory communications interface cards in the Form 4D control.

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 Configuration of the DNP3 protocol is discussed in the Communications Configuration
section of these instructions.
For more information on DNP3 and the Form 4D control, please consult the R280-90-31
reference document, Communications Point Database for Serial and Ethernet
Protocol DNP3.

3.2.2 IEC 60870-5-101 and IEC 60870-5-104

The Form 4D control implementation of IEC 60870-5 provides an alternative interface to
DNP3 for use predominantly in international markets. Additional information regarding
IEC 60870-5 can be obtained from the IEC. Full interoperability documentation for the
Form 4D is available from Cooper Power Systems. Please see the R280-90-27 and -28
reference documents, Interoperability for Protocol IEC 60870-5-101 and -104.
Additionally, point map information is available in the R280-90-32 reference document,
Communications Point Data Base for Protocol IEC 60870-5.
IEC 60870-5-101 is the serial version of the IEC 60870-5 protocol. As such, it can be
configured for use on any of the Form 4D control serial communications interface cards.
IEC 60870-5-104 provides an extension of the available -101 datasets by utilizing
standard IP transport mechanisms providing network access via any of the Form 4D
control Ethernet interface cards. Both the -101 and -104 implementations allow retrieval
of analog, binary, and counter information from the remote IED, in addition to remote
device control via binary output points.
Configuration of the IEC 60870-5 protocols are discussed in the Communications
Configuration section of this document.

3.2.3 MODBUS RTU

In addition to DNP and IEC 60870-5, the Form 4D control supports communication via
the MODBUS RTU protocol (when the appropriate ordering option is present in the
control). MODBUS is provided as a streamlined protocol for simple integration with
programmable logic controllers and data loggers (without the overhead and setup
complexities of more recently developed SCADA protocols). Support is only included for
the serial implementation; MODBUS TCP for IP networks is not supported in the Form
4D. MODBUS ASCII is also not supported. For more information on MODBUS and the
Form 4D control, please consult the R280-90-30 reference document, Communications
Point Database for MODBUS.
Configuration of the MODBUS protocol is discussed in the Communications
Configuration section of this document.

3.2.3.1 Supported Functions

The following MODBUS function codes are currently supported in the Form 4D control:

Function Description
Code

1 Read Coil Status. Returns a specific portion of the coil RAM area.

2 Read Input Status. Returns a specific portion of the input status RAM area.

4 Read Input Registers. Returns a specific portion of the input register RAM
area.

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 Function Description
Code

5 Force Single Coil. Processes coil command and responds if the command
succeeds. (Note: If the command fails, a slave device failure exception
response is sent back to the master station).

7 Read Exception Status. Returns coil statuses 10001 to 10008.

15 Force Multiple Coils. Up to 32 coils at a time.

3.2.4 Cooper 2179

To maintain backward-compatibility with existing Cooper 2179 installations, Cooper
Power Systems offers an ordering option that provides access to the Cooper 2179
protocol for use with the Form 4D. The Cooper 2179 protocol is provided in its native
serial format; there is no option for network (IP) connections using this protocol. For more
information on DNP3 and the Form 4D control, please consult the R280-90-12 reference
document, Serial Communications Protocol Data 2179 – Revision 3. Additionally,
point map information is available in the R280-90-29 reference document,
Communications Point Data Base for Protocol 2179.
Configuration of the Cooper 2179 protocol is discussed in the Communications
Configuration section of this document.

3.2.4.1 Supported Functions

The following 2179 function requests are currently supported in the Form 4D control:

Request Supported Description

00 – BASIC SCAN OPERATION Yes Request used to retrieve all data

of specified type.

03 – FLOATING POINT Yes Scan for floating point quantities

10 – SUPERVISORY CONTROL Yes Perform control operation (SBO)

20 – RTU INTERNAL CONTROL Partial Configure or control internal

AND CONFIGURATION parameters
• Set time

25 – RETURN RTU CONFIG Yes Return RTU internal information

3.2.5 IEC 61850

The Form 4D control provides support for IEC 61850 data models in support of
substation and distribution automation. Functionality found in an IEC 61850
implementation goes far beyond functions provided in traditional SCADA protocols, like
those discussed in the previous sections. IEC 61850 devices employ device capability
descriptors in IED Capability Description (ICD) files, recorded in a standard format for
multi-vendor compatibility. These files contain information pertaining to point mapping,
dataset availability, etc. Refer to the Communications Configuration section of this
manual for information on creating ICD files for the Form 4D control.

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 Use of IEC 61850 with the Form 4D control requires a protocol ordering option and an
available Ethernet communications interface card. Contact your Cooper Power Systems
representative regarding necessary ordering options. For more information on IEC 61850
and the Form 4D control, please consult the R280-90-33 reference document,
Interoperability for IEC 61850. Additional information on mapped data points is
available in the R280-90-34 reference document, Communications Point Data Base for
IEC 61850.

3.3 Communications Protocol Availability

The communications protocols described in the preceding sections are available for
assignment to the Form 4D control’s two communications interface ports. The type and
position of an interface card determines the protocols which may be assigned to it.
The following protocols may be assigned to ANY serial interface installed in EITHER the
top or bottom communications port:
‰ DNP3 (serial)
‰ IEC 60870-5-101
‰ MODBUS (serial)
‰ Cooper 2179

Note: MODBUS and Cooper 2179 are only available on controls configured
with an expanded protocols ordering option.

The following protocols may be assigned to ANY Ethernet interface installed in EITHER
the top or bottom communications port:
‰ DNP3 IP (network)
‰ IEC 60870-5-104
The following protocols may be used with any Ethernet interface installed in ONLY in the
bottom communications port:
‰ IEC 61850
‰ SNTP

Note: IEC 61850 and SNTP are only available on controls configured with an
expanded protocols ordering option.

3.4 Available Data and Control Points

The Form 4D control provides configurable SCADA point maps, allowing users to specify
their own custom set of binary and analog data points as well as remote control points,
for use with any of the configured communications protocols.
The default protocol point maps included with the Form 4D control have been defined to
provide backward compatibility with other recent Cooper Power Systems recloser
controls. Point map configurations can be customized using the procedures for Discrete
Points Configuration found in the Communications Configuration section of this
manual.

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 The Form 4D offers a variety of data points for inclusion in user-defined point maps that
are not mapped in the default point maps. Refer to the R280-90-35 reference document,
Form 4D Communications Point Availability for a complete list of the various analog,
binary, and control points available for use in the control.

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4 Communications
Configuration

4.1 Port Configuration and Protocol Assignment

SCADA protocols in the Form 4D Recloser Control are independently configured for each
of the installed communications interface cards. Selection and configuration are
performed using the ProView NXG software interface.
To assign the appropriate communications media type for a desired interface:
1. Confirm that the desired communications interface (card) has been installed in the
control.

Note: The control must be removed from service prior to removing or replacing a
communication card. Refer to Service Instructions S280-104-1 Form 4D Control
Installation and Operation Instructions.

2. Identify the location of the communications port to be configured on the side of the
control module (Port 1 – Top, Port 2 – Bottom).
3. Open ProView NXG software; login and connect to desired control via USB Data
Port (or other previously-configured connection method).
4. Navigate to the Communication Ports Configuration dialog via Manage > Device
> Communications menu path.

5. For each port, select the appropriate port type to match the communications
implementation: Unused, Serial, or Ethernet.

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 Note: The Ethernet option should only be selected for controls configured
with an Ethernet communications interface card. The Serial option
must be selected for RS-232, RS-485, and Multi-Mode Serial Fiber
interfaces. The Console port type is reserved for factory engineering
use and provides no functionality to end users.

6. For each port, select the desired SCADA communications protocol from the drop-
down list: DNP3, IEC 60870-5-101, IEC 60870-5-104, Cooper 2179, MODBUS, or
IEC 61850.

Note: IEC 61850 is only available for use with Port 2 (bottom port).

7. For each port, select the appropriate desired Point Map: Default, User Map 1, or
User Map 2. See the following protocol-specific configuration sections of this manual
for additional information on configuration of User Point Maps through the Discrete
Points Configuration dialogs.
8. If the side communication port(s) will be used for ProView NXG connections, select a
ProView NXG Address to match the configuration of the ProView NXG software on
the PC. For Ethernet or point-to-point connections, the Use Default option may be
used. Shared media serial networks (RS-485 multi-drop or serial fiber loop) require
custom ProView NXG addresses (DNP3 logical device addresses) to facilitate
addressing of multiple controls on a single serial connection to the ProView NXG
interface software. Valid address range is 0 – 65519.

Note: The ProView NXG Address settings in this dialog are per-port. The
ProView NXG Address set for Port 1 will affect the addressing of a
DNP3 logical device used for serial and Ethernet connections from the
ProView NXG software to this physical port location, independent of
the setting for Port 2, and vice versa. This logical device instance uses
a static point mapping to facilitate communications with the interface
software. The ProView NXG Address settings can be set to “Use
Default” for all point-to-point serial or Ethernet communications
topologies.

9. Click Apply when all settings have been entered as desired; changes will take effect
immediately.

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4.2 Network Protocols
The Form 4D control can be configured to provide SCADA connectivity and device
configuration connectivity via the Internet Protocol (IP) when an Ethernet communications
interface card is present and configured in the control. The following sections describe
the settings and considerations that are necessary to properly configure the control for IP
connectivity.

4.2.1 IP Address Configuration

Internet Protocol (IP) address configuration for Ethernet interfaces is performed through
the Network Ports Configuration dialog from the Manage > Device >
Communications menu path. The following settings are available:

Port allows the user to select the communication port for which settings will be
viewed/modified.

IP Address sets the Internet Protocol (IPv4) address to be assigned to the Ethernet
interface, entered in dotted decimal format. IP addresses for the two network ports must
reside in separate IP subnets. (Default, Port 1: 10.10.10.10) (Default, Port 2: 10.10.1.10)

Subnet Mask sets the number of bits to be used for network and host portions of the IP
address, entered in dotted decimal format. (Default: 255.255.255.0)

Default Gateway defines an IP host to which traffic destined for hosts outside the
control’s own subnet/network will be addressed for routing. This is a global setting for the
device, and this setting is mirrored between Port 1 and Port 2. (Default: 10.10.10.11)

IMPORTANT: Some changes to network configuration parameters require that the

Form 4D control be rebooted before taking full effect. It is recommended
that the control be rebooted after changes are applied from the Network
Ports Configuration dialog. Refer to Service Instructions S280-104-1
Form 4D Control Installation and Operation Instructions to remove the
control from service.

Note: The address entered for Default Gateway is used to route outbound messages
initiated from the control that must be routed through a gateway or router to
reach a destination on another subnet. If left blank, network communications
within the control’s own subnet will not be affected. Only one gateway is
configured for the control’s two network ports.

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 Note: When two Ethernet interfaces are present in the Form 4D control, care should
be taken to assign each port to a separate IP network/subnet to avoid
unpredictable responses to IP requests. Contact support for additional
information.

4.2.1.1 Special IP Addressing Considerations

Due to the architecture and design of the communications platform in the Form 4D
control, a few simple guidelines must be followed with respect to designing an IP address
space for the IP network(s) connected to the control.
The Form 4D control makes use of IP networking internally, in addition to its connections
to outside networks. This system architecture yields an important limitation in the design
of the IP address space:

IMPORTANT: IP addresses residing in the 169.254.0.0/24 subnet must not be used

when configuring network addresses for the Form 4D network ports.

When configuring IP addresses for the Form 4D network communications interfaces, IP

addresses within the 169.254.0.0/24 subnet must not be used, as this subnet is used
internally within the control. Configuration of an external network interface to reside in this
subnet can yield unpredictable routing of network traffic, and should be avoided.
In addition to the above limitation excluding the internal subnet from possible subnets for
external interfaces, it is also necessary that whenever two network communications
interface cards are present in the control, that they be configured with IP addresses
residing in separate subnets. This is necessary to prevent unpredictable, non-
deterministic network traffic handling.

IMPORTANT: IP addresses for two network communications interface cards for Form
4D network interfaces must not reside in the same network subnet.

4.2.2 Default IP Port Numbers

The Form 4D control utilizes IP port numbers to segregate the various IP services
offered. Default IP port numbers for each network-connected protocol are listed in the
table below.

Protocol/Service Default IP Port Number

DNP3 IP Port 20000

IEC 60870-5-104 Port 2404

IEC 61850 Port 102

ProView NXG (DNP3) Port 19997*

SNTP (outbound only) Port 123*

*factory-defined, not configurable

Installations requiring custom IP port number assignments can utilize the network
communications protocol configuration dialogs to assign custom port numbers. See the
Communications Configuration section of this manual for more information. Outbound

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 SNTP requests are always sent on port 123. ProView NXG Ethernet connections are
always established on port 19997.

4.2.3 WAN vs. LAN Connections

When connecting the Form 4D control to an IP network, certain considerations must be
made to determine the appropriate interface and protocol configuration. While the Form
4D provides up to two Ethernet communications ports, only one port may be used to
forward traffic to a gateway device.
All IP traffic destined for a host that does not reside on the same IP subnet as the Form
4D must be forwarded through the Default Gateway configured in the IP Address
Configuration dialogs. Only one Default Gateway is defined for the control’s two
Ethernet ports.

4.2.3.1 Controls with DNP3 and IEC 60870-5

Controls ordered with only the default protocols can be configured for Ethernet and serial
connections in any combination without limitation. Either Ethernet interface may be used
to connect to the network on which the Default Gateway is found. Please refer to the
Special IP Addressing Considerations section of this manual for more information.

4.2.3.2 Controls with Expanded Protocols

For controls with an expanded protocols ordering option, in the event that a control is
configured with two Ethernet interfaces, the bottom port, or Port 2, is designated as the
WAN (Wide Area Network) port. This port should be connected to the network media that
provides access to the Default Gateway, and the IP address of this interface should be
configured to be within the same subnet as the Default Gateway.
In the scenario described above, the top port is designated as the LAN (Local Area
Network) port. This port may be used to communicate with hosts in its own subnet; traffic
originating from this port (and therefore the protocol instance configured to run on it) will
not be forwarded through the Default Gateway if the destination host cannot be found on
the local subnet.
If the bottom communications port is configured with a serial interface, then the top port
may be used for network connections, and the Default Gateway can be reached through
the top port.
IEC 61850 is only available for assignment to an Ethernet interface installed in the bottom
communications interface port. In this case, any IP traffic originating from the top
communications port/protocol must be addressed to a host on that port’s own subnet.
Please refer to the Special IP Addressing Considerations section of this manual for
more information.

4.3 ProView NXG Communications Configuration

The Form 4D control has been designed to allow for a vast amount of flexibility in device
programming, with most features and settings being accessible from the front panel of
the control. To facilitate more rapid control programming and the retrieval of data files
from the control, the ProView NXG software package is provided as an alternative
programming interface.
ProView NXG is able to communicate with the Form 4D control by way of a USB
connection from the front panel of the control to a personal computer. In addition, any of

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 the accessory communications interface cards may also be configured to allow local or
remote access to ProView NXG data from the Form 4D control. In order to connect to a
serial interface with ProView NXG, the DNP3 protocol must be enabled on that port in
the Form 4D. Ethernet connections are available on any configured Ethernet interface.

4.3.1 Managing ProView NXG Connections

In order to connect to the Form 4D control using the ProView NXG software, a
connection method must be chosen and configured in the application. Direct USB
connections require no additional setup.

4.3.1.1 Serial Connections

Serial connection entries must be created in order to connect to the Form 4D control with
ProView NXG through an RS-232, RS-485, or serial fiber interface card. Once created,
these connection entries will remain available for future use.
To create a new serial connection entry:
1. Navigate to the Manage Connections dialog via the Manage > Connections menu
path.

2. Click the Add button, and select Serial from the type drop-down. Click OK.

3. The Manage Connections – Add Serial Port dialog will open. Configure the
following settings for the new serial port connection:

Connection Name sets a descriptive name to identify the new serial connection in
the connection list.

Port allows selects the address of the hardware serial port on the local computer to
be used for the new serial connection.

Baud Rate selects the speed of serial communications established from ProView
NXG.

Data Bits sets the number of data bits used to represent each serial character;
options are 5, 6, 7, and 8 (default).

Stop Bits sets the number of bits to be sent at the end of each character; options
include 1 (default), 1.5, and 2.

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 Parity sets the data parity parameter to be used on the serial communications
channel between None (default), Even, or Odd.

Flow Control sets whether or not data transmission will be controlled by a hardware
or code-based flow control mechanism.

Connect Via Modem sets this serial connection to use the modem dialing
parameters in this dialog.

Use Hardware Handshaking forces the connected modem to use CD, DTR, and
RTS handshaking signals.

Phone Number is the number to be dialed to reach the modem connected to the
control.

Modem Init defines the initialization string to be sent to the modem upon opening the
communications port on the PC. This setting is dependent on the modem being used.

Pacing Interval specifies a delay period, in seconds, for which ProView NXG will
wait to begin sending data after the communications channel is detected as ready.
This setting can be left as “0” for most RS-232 applications; half-duplex RS-485
networks or other slow connections may require this delay to be inserted.

ProView NXG Address sets the address of the DNP3 logical device on the Form 4D
that will be connected to for ProView NXG configuration. This setting must match the
address set for the Form 4D serial port that this connection is used to connect to. See
the Port Configuration and Protocol Assignment section of this manual for more
information.

4. When all settings have been configured, click Save to store the settings for the new
serial port connection.
5. If no further connections are to be configured, click Close to close the Manage
Connections dialog.

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4.3.1.2 TCP/IP (Network) Connections
Serial connection entries must be created in order to connect to the Form 4D control with
ProView NXG through an RS-232, RS-485, or serial fiber interface card. Once created,
these connection entries will remain available for future use.
To create a new TCP/IP connection entry:
1. Navigate to the Manage Connections dialog via Manage > Connections menu
path.

2. Click the Add button, and select TCP/IP (Network) from the type drop-down. Click
OK.

3. The Manage Connections – Add TCP/IP Port dialog will open. Configure the
following settings for the new TCP/IP connection:

Connection Name sets a descriptive name to identify the new TCP/IP connection in
the connection list.

TCP/IP Address defines the IP address of the control that is to be connected.

Port Number sets the IP port number to which this new connection will direct its
traffic. Port 19997 is not configurable in the control hardware; this setting is intended
to allow connection to controls behind a router or network address translator in a
NAT-enabled network.

ProView NXG Address sets the address of the DNP3 logical device on the Form 4D
that will be connected to for ProView NXG configuration. This setting must match the
address set for the Form 4D serial port that this connection is used to connect to. See
the Port Configuration and Protocol Assignment section of this manual for more
information.

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 4. When all settings have been configured, click Save to store the settings for the new
TCP/IP connection.
5. If no further connections are to be configured, click Close to close the Manage
Connections dialog.

4.3.2 Connecting with ProView NXG Software

Once any necessary connection entries have been created, they are available for use in
connecting to Form 4D controls with the ProView NXG software. Two default
connections are also provided: one for USB Data Port connections and another TCP/IP
connection to the default IP address for communications port 2 (bottom port).
To connect to a Form 4D control using ProView NXG software:
1. After closing any open settings files in the application, click on the Connect button to
open the Select Connection dialog.

2. Select the desired connection entry from the Configured Ports list.

3. Ensure that the necessary media is connected and properly configured between the
computer and Form 4D control, then click the Connect button. The interface software
will establish communications with the control.
For additional information on the use of the ProView NXG application software for
configuration of the Form 4D control, refer to Service Instructions S280-104-2, Form 4D
Recloser Control Programming Guide.

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4.4 Protocol Configuration – DNP3
Configuration of the DNP3 protocol is performed through five separate dialogs: Basic
Configuration, Advanced Configuration, URBE Configuration, Network
Configuration, and Discrete Points Configuration.

4.4.1 Basic Configuration

The following DNP3 Serial settings are found in the Basic Configuration dialog:

Port allows the user to select the communication port for which settings will be
viewed/modified.

Master (Destination of URBE data) sets the DNP3 device number to be used as the
destination for any unsolicited reports generated by DNP3 events.

Slave (Address of this IED) sets the DNP3 device number to be assigned to the
connected Form 4D control.

Note: The DNP3 Master and Slave addresses in this dialog are also presented
in the DNP3 Network Configuration dialog. A change to these settings in
the Basic Configuration dialog will also change the value shown in the
Network Configuration dialog.

Collision Avoidance determines if the control will honor the DCD serial signal during
communications to detect and avoid data collisions.

Fixed Delay sets the fixed portion of the Collision Avoidance back-off timer, in
milliseconds.

Max Random Delay sets a high threshold for the random component added to the fixed
delay to generate the Collision Avoidance back-off time, in milliseconds.

Baud Rate sets the speed of DNP3 serial communications on the chosen
communications port.

CTS Support determines if CTS/RTS handshaking will be used to control the serial
communications channel.

Transmit Enable Delay sets a delay beginning when RTS is asserted and ending when
the DNP3 message begins; must not be set to "0" when connected to a DCE device, in
milliseconds.

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 Transmit Disable Delay sets a delay beginning when the DNP3 message is complete
and ending when RTS is de-asserted; must not be set to "0" when connected to a DCE
device, in milliseconds.

Note: When both Transmit Enable Delay and Transmit Disable Delay are Non-
Zero, RTS is asserted to transmit a message.

When either Transmit Enable Delay or Transmit Disable Delay is zero,

RTS is asserted to receive a message.

Transmit Enable Delay and Transmit Disable Delay are applied

independent of the CTS Support setting.

4.4.2 Advanced Configuration

The following DNP3 Advanced settings are found in the Advanced Configuration
dialog:

Port allows the user to select the port for which settings will be viewed/modified.

Data Link Confirm determines if the control will request Data Link confirmations during
its responses. “Sometimes” will cause confirmations to be requested when an exchange
includes multi-segment messages; “Always” will request confirms for every exchange.

Number of Data Link Layer Retries sets the number of Data Link retries to be
attempted.

Data Link Timeout sets the length of time the control waits for Data Link confirmation
when requested from the master, in milliseconds x 10 (entry of 10 = 100ms).

Application Confirm Timeout is the length of time that the control waits for application
confirmation from the master after sending an unsolicited message, in milliseconds x 10.

SBO Select Timeout determines the amount of time that can elapse between a “select”
and “operate” command for systems that employ select-before-operate, in seconds.

Write Time Request Interval determines how often the Form 4D will set the DNP3 Need

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 Time IIN bit, effectively requesting a time synchronization, in minutes (enter 0 to disable).

Analog Event Generation Mode determines whether deadband or threshold settings

are used to generate analog events for URBE reporting.

Default variation for Binary Input, Binary Input Change, Analog Input, Analog Input
Change, Running Counter, and Running Counter Change set the default DNP3 object
variations to be used when variation 0 is requested by the master.

4.4.3 URBE (Unsolicited Report By Exception) Configuration

The following Unsolicited Report By Exception (URBE) settings are found in the URBE
Configuration dialog:

Port allows the user to select the communication port for which settings will be
viewed/modified.

Enable Unsolicited Reporting enables or disables the URBE function.

Unsolicited Notification Delay sets a time delay after any event before the control will
generate an unsolicited response, in milliseconds x 10 (entry of 10 = 100ms). A setting of
zero will cause the control only to generate reports based on the settings for Minimum
Number of Events, as seen below.

Minimum Number of Events to Generate URBE for Class 1, Class 2, and Class 3 set
the number of times that analog event generation must take place for data in each class
before an URBE report is generated and transmitted to the master without a request; the
lowest number that is met will cause report generation.

Delivery Attempts sets the number of times the URBE report will be transmitted to the
master before being discarded if not acknowledged.

Flush Events after delivery attempts exhausted determines whether or not the control
will clear or keep events sent in an URBE report that was not successfully transmitted to
and acknowledged by the master.

Minimum Delivery Back Off Time sets the minimum amount of time the initial

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 unsolicited response back-off period increments each time following the failed unsolicited
response transmission causing the device to re-enter back-off mode, in milliseconds.

Back Off Time Increment Method determines if the unsolicited back off time is constant
(minimum delivery + max random), variable, or random (minimum delivery + t, where t is
≤ max random).

Max Random Back Off Time is the maximum amount of time the initial unsolicited
response back-off period increments each time following the failed unsolicited response
transmission causing the device to re-enter back-off mode, in milliseconds.

Absolute Back Off Time is the capped maximum period of unsolicited response back-off
period that can be incremented; once this value has been reached, successive
increments of the unsolicited response back-off period will be capped to this value, in
seconds.

ENABLE UNSOLICITED Command Only terminates any unsolicited messages if an

Enable Unsolicited command is sent from the Master.

Any Messages terminates any unsolicited messages if any message is sent from the
Master.

4.4.4 Network Configuration

The following DNP3 Network settings are found in the Network Configuration dialog:

Port allows the user to select the communication port for which settings will be
viewed/modified.

Master (Destination of URBE data) sets the DNP3 device number to be used as the
destination for any unsolicited reports generated by DNP3 events.

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 Slave (Address of this IED) sets the DNP3 device number to be assigned to the
connected Form 4D control.

Note: The DNP3 Master and Slave addresses in this dialog are also present in
the DNP3 Basic Configuration dialog. A change to these settings in the
Network Configuration dialog will also change the value shown in the
Basic Configuration dialog.

Port Type defines the IP-connected DNP3 outstation as a TCP Listening End Point, UDP
End Point, or Dual End Point.

Keep-Alive Timeout sets the time after which a DNP3 data Link Layer status request will
be sent if no message is received from the master, in seconds (enter 0 to disable).

Keep-Alive Timer Retries sets the number of times the DNP3 Data Link Layer status
request will be reattempted before the connection is closed.

Accept from any IP address controls whether or not DNP3 requests will be honored
from hosts other than the one defined in the next set of fields.

Accept from IP address allows the user to input a specific IP address from which to
accept DNP3 requests. This is also used as the destination IP to establish a connection
when a Dual End Point connection is initiated by the control.

Destination Port Number defines the IP port number to which outgoing DNP3
messages are addressed when a UDP End Point is configured, unless Use source port
from request is checked. This port number is also used for outgoing TCP connections
when a Dual End Point is configured.

Listening Port Number defines the IP port number that will be monitored for incoming
DNP3 requests when a TCP Listening End Point is configured; responses will be sent
using the source port from the incoming request.

Use source port from request sets the control to use the source IP port number from
the last request as the destination port number.

Listening UDP Port allows the user to set the IP port number to be monitored for DNP3
requests over UDP when a UDP End Point is configured.

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4.4.5 Discrete Points Configuration
The Form 4D control includes default communication point maps as listed in the
Communications Protocols section of this manual. In the event that a custom point
mapping is desired, the Discrete Points Configuration dialog may be used to configure
a customized mapping of data points from a list of available data sources. See the User
Map HTML Export Function section of this manual for information on exporting the User
Map point lists created using Discrete Points Configuration.
Each of the User Maps are initially set to match the default factory point mapping. At any
time, the User Maps can be returned to this state using the Factory Reset button in the
Discrete Points Configuration dialog. This action will reset the currently active User
Map to the Factory Default settings.

4.4.5.1 User Map Capacity

The DNP3 Discrete Points Configuration dialog allows configuration of DNP3 data and
control points within the following limits:
• Maximum of 100 Analog Input points
• Maximum of 100 Binary Input points
• Maximum of 100 Binary Output points
• Maximum of 25 Counter Input points

4.4.5.2 User Map Modification

To change the source of data for a Discrete Point:
1. Open the Discrete Points Configuration dialog from the Manage > Device >
Communications > DNP3 menu path.
2. Choose the desired Point Map for editing: User Map 1 or User Map 2.
3. Choose the desired point type to be edited from the tabs visible in the edit table:
Analog Input, Binary Input, Binary Output, or Counter Input.
4. Modify the fields in the edit table to match the desired point configuration:
a. Analog Input Point Configuration

Discrete Point displays the point identifier for the selected data point. To
add a point, right-click in the edit table and choose Insert New Point; the new
point will be inserted below the currently selected line and the point indices
will be updated automatically. To delete a point, select the desired point,
right-click in the edit table and choose Delete Point; the point indices will be
updated automatically.

Assigned Source Data selects the desired data value to be mapped.

Scale Factor sets the analog scaling value to be applied to the value of the
chosen data source for transmission.

Low and High Threshold set the trigger values for URBE reporting when
reports are set to be generated by Thresholds (threshold values apply to
engineering units; scale factor is applied after thresholds).

Deadband specifies a no-report range in which values are freely allowed to

vary without generating an URBE event, when reports are set to be
generated by Deadbands (deadband values apply to engineering units; scale

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 factor is applied after the deadband).

Event Class sets the event class value for the selected data point (Class 0
only or Class 0 & Classes 1-3).

Unit lists the engineering unit type for the selected data point; this value is
updated automatically as the Assigned Source Data is selected and is not
user-configured.

b. Binary Input Point Configuration

Discrete Point displays the point identifier for the selected data point. To
add a point, right-click in the edit table and choose Insert New Point; the new
point will be inserted below the currently selected line and the point indices
will be updated automatically. To delete a point, select the desired point,
right-click in the edit table and choose Delete Point; the point indices will be
updated automatically.

Assigned Source Data selects the desired data value to be mapped.

Event Class sets the event class value for the selected data point (Class 0
only or Class 0 & Classes 1-3).

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 c. Binary Output Point Configuration

Discrete Point displays the point identifier for the selected data point. To
add a point, right-click in the edit table and choose Insert New Point; the new
point will be inserted below the currently selected line and the point indices
will be updated automatically. To delete a point, select the desired point,
right-click in the edit table and choose Delete Point; the point indices will be
updated automatically.

Assigned Source Data selects the desired data value to be mapped.

Operation Type lists the type of operation associated with the selected
Assigned Resource Data setting. Self-Resetting points are activated or
toggled with each momentary or pulsed input from the SCADA master;
Latched points are set to either on ON or OFF, with this state maintained
until the next local or remote command interacts with the selected mode or
function.

Support Mask specifies the set of DNP3 CROB commands structures to

which the Binary Output point will respond. The default setting allows both
Pulsed and Latched commands to be used for all Binary Output points in the
Form 4D control.

Supervisory State lists the conditioning status of the Supervisory mode on

the selected Binary Output point. If listed as “Supervised,” the point may not
be operated remotely when Supervisory OFF is active.

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 d. Counter Input Point Configuration

Discrete Point displays the point identifier for the selected data point. To
add a point, right-click in the edit table and choose Insert New Point; the new
point will be inserted below the currently selected line and the point indices
will be updated automatically. To delete a point, select the desired point,
right-click in the edit table and choose Delete Point; the point indices will be
updated automatically.

Assigned Source Data selects the desired data value to be mapped.

Deadband specifies a no-report range in which values are freely allowed to

vary without generating an URBE event, when reports are set to be
generated by Deadbands (deadband values apply to engineering units; scale
factor is applied after the deadband).

Event Class sets the event class value for the selected data point (Class 0
only or Class 0 & Classes 1-3).

5. When finished, click Apply to send the new point map definitions to the control.

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4.5 Protocol Configuration – IEC 60870-5-101
Configuration of the IEC 60870-5-101 protocol is performed through three separate
dialogs: Basic Configuration, Advanced Configuration, and Discrete Points
Configuration.

4.5.1 Basic Configuration

The following IEC 60870-5-101 settings are found in the Basic Configuration dialog:

Port allows the user to select the communication port for which settings will be
viewed/modified.

Link Address assigns a unique identifier to the individual slave instance running on the
device.

Common Address identifies the station address, where the station is comprised of all of
a device’s links.
Baud Rate sets the speed of IEC 60870-5-101 serial communications on the chosen
communications port.

Parity sets the type of parity bit calculation to be used on the serial communications
channel between None, Even, or Odd.

CTS Support determines if CTS/RTS handshaking will be used to control the serial
communications channel.

Transmit Enable Delay sets a delay beginning when RTS is asserted and ending when
the IEC 60870-5-101 message begins; must not be set to "0" when connected to a DCE
device, in milliseconds.

Transmit Disable Delay sets a delay beginning when the IEC 60870-5-101 message is
complete and ending when RTS is de-asserted; must not be set to "0" when connected to
a DCE device, in milliseconds.

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 Note: When both Transmit Enable Delay and Transmit Disable Delay are Non-
Zero, RTS is asserted to transmit a message.

When either Transmit Enable Delay or Transmit Disable Delay is zero,

RTS is asserted to receive a message.

Transmit Enable Delay and Transmit Disable Delay are applied

independent of the CTS Support setting.

Single Command Operation Mode defines if the control will respond directly (Direct
mode) to Single Command Operation commands or if a “select” is required before
“execution” (SBE mode).

Select Before Execute Timeout determines the amount of time that can elapse between
a “select” and “execute” command for Single Command Operations in systems that
employ a select-before-execute mode, in milliseconds.

Link Address Size sets the number of octets to be used for the value of the link address.

Common Address Size sets the number of octets to be used for the value of the
common address.

Object Address Size sets the number of octets to be used for the value of the object
address.

Cause of Transmission Size sets the number of octets to be used for the cause of
transmission indication.

Re-Synchronization Time Interval sets the time that will elapse between clock
synchronizations, in seconds.

4.5.2 Advanced Configuration

The following IEC 60870-5-101 Advanced settings are found in the Advanced
Configuration dialog:

Port allows the user to select the communication port for which settings will be

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 viewed/modified.

Single Point Base Address identifies the starting address for single input objects,
entered as an unsigned integer.

Double Point Base Address identifies the starting address for double input objects,
entered as an unsigned integer.

Measured Value Base Address identifies the starting address for measured value
objects, entered as an unsigned integer.

Single Command Base Address identifies the starting address for single command
objects, entered as an unsigned integer.

Floating Point Base Address identifies the starting address for floating point input
objects, entered as an unsigned integer.

Class 2 Base (TF) millisecond specifies the base frequency at which the internal
database of objects is updated for each object type specified below, in milliseconds

Single Input Frequency x TF specifies a frequency, as a multiple of the base, TF, at

which single points are scanned for updated data in the control.

Double Input Frequency x TF specifies a frequency, as a multiple of the base, TF, at

which double points are scanned for updated data in the control.

Measured Value Frequency x TF specifies a frequency, as a multiple of the base, TF, at

which measured values are scanned for updated data in the control.

Floating Point Frequency x TF specifies a frequency, as a multiple of the base, TF, at

which floating points are scanned for updated data in the control.

IEC Transmission Mode allows the user to specify Unbalanced or Balanced mode
operation. Balanced mode allows for either the control or master station to initiate
messages; Unbalanced mode requires traditional sequential polling of outstations by the
master.

4.5.3 Discrete Points Configuration

The Form 4D control includes default communication point maps as listed in the
Communications Protocols section of this manual. In the event that a custom point

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 mapping is desired, the Discrete Points Configuration dialog may be used to configure
a customized mapping of data points from a list of available data sources. See the User
Map HTML Export Function section of this manual for information on exporting the User
Map point lists created using Discrete Points Configuration.
Each of the User Maps are initially set to match the default factory point mapping. At any
time, the User Maps can be returned to this state using the Factory Reset button in the
Discrete Points Configuration dialog. This action will reset the currently active User
Map to the Factory Default settings.

4.5.3.1 User Map Capacity

The IEC 60870-5-101 Discrete Points Configuration dialog allows configuration of data
and control points within the following limits:
• Maximum of 100 Measured Values
• Maximum of 100 Single Input Points
• Maximum of 100 Binary Output points

4.5.3.2 User Map Modification

To change the source of data for a Discrete Point:
1. Open the Discrete Points Configuration dialog from the Manage > Device >
Communications > IEC 60870-5-101 menu path.
2. Choose the desired Point Map for editing: User Map 1 or User Map 2.
3. Choose the desired point type to be edited from the tabs visible in the edit table:
Measured Values, Single Input Point, or Binary Output.
4. Modify the fields in the edit table to match the desired point configuration:
a. Measured Values Point Configuration

Discrete Point displays the point identifier for the selected data point. To
add a point, right-click in the edit table and choose Insert New Point; the new
point will be inserted below the currently selected line and the point indices
will be updated automatically. To delete a point, select the desired point,
right-click in the edit table and choose Delete Point; the point indices will be
updated automatically.

Assigned Source Data selects the desired data value to be mapped.

Scale Factor sets the analog scaling value to be applied to the value of the
chosen data source for transmission.

Deadband specifies a no-report range in which values are freely allowed to

vary without generating an URBE event, when reports are set to be
generated by Deadbands (deadband values apply to engineering units; scale
factor is applied after the deadband).

Units lists the engineering unit type for the selected data point; this value is
updated automatically as the Assigned Source Data is selected and is not
user-configured.

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 b. Single Input Point Configuration

Discrete Point displays the point identifier for the selected data point. To
add a point, right-click in the edit table and choose Insert New Point; the new
point will be inserted below the currently selected line and the point indices
will be updated automatically. To delete a point, select the desired point,
right-click in the edit table and choose Delete Point; the point indices will be
updated automatically.

Assigned Source Data selects the desired data value to be mapped.

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 c. Binary Output Point Configuration

Discrete Point displays the point identifier for the selected data point. To
add a point, right-click in the edit table and choose Insert New Point; the new
point will be inserted below the currently selected line and the point indices
will be updated automatically. To delete a point, select the desired point,
right-click in the edit table and choose Delete Point; the point indices will be
updated automatically.

Assigned Source Data selects the desired data value to be mapped.

Supervisory Enable lists the conditioning status of the Supervisory mode on

the selected Binary Output point. If listed as “1,” the point may not be
operated remotely when Supervisory OFF is active.

4.6 Protocol Configuration – IEC 60870-5-104

Configuration of the IEC 60870-5-104 protocol is performed through three separate
dialogs: Basic Configuration, Advanced Configuration, and Discrete Points
Configuration.

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4.6.1 Basic Configuration
The following IEC 60870-5-104 settings are found in the Basic Configuration dialog:

Port allows the user to select the communication port for which settings will be
viewed/modified.

Server Listen Port is the IP port number that will be monitored for connections.

Common Address identifies the station address, where the station is comprised of all of
a device’s links.

Single Command Operation Mode defines if the control will respond directly (Direct
mode) to Single Command Operation commands or if a “select” is required before
“execution” (SBE mode).

Select Before Execute Timeout determines the amount of time that can elapse between
a “select” and “execute” command for Single Command Operations in systems that
employ a select-before-execute mode, in milliseconds.

Re-Synchronization Time Interval sets the time that will elapse between clock
synchronizations, in seconds.

Response Timeout - [t1] sets a timeout value for the transmission of data or test
messages.

Ack / No Data - [t2] sets a timeout for sending an ACK APDU if no data ACKs are
received.

Idle Test - [t3] sets the amount of time allowed to lapse before a test APDU is generated.

Max Transmit - [k] sets the maximum number of unacknowledged data frames that are
allowed to be in transit.

Max Receive - [w] sets the maximum number of data frames to wait before
acknowledging if no data ACKs are received (w should normally not exceed 2k/3).

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4.6.2 Advanced Configuration
The following IEC 60870-5-104 Advanced settings are found in the Advanced
Configuration dialog:

Port allows the user to select the communication port for which settings will be
viewed/modified.

Single Point Base Address identifies the starting address for single input objects,
entered as an unsigned integer.

Double Point Base Address identifies the starting address for double input objects,
entered as an unsigned integer.

Measured Value Base Address identifies the starting address for measured value
objects, entered as an unsigned integer.

Single Command Base Address identifies the starting address for single command
objects, entered as an unsigned integer.

Floating Point Base Address identifies the starting address for floating point input
objects, entered as an unsigned integer.

Class 2 Base (TF) millisecond specifies the base frequency at which the internal
database of objects is updated for each object type specified below, in milliseconds

Single Input Frequency x TF specifies a frequency, as a multiple of the base, TF, at

which single points are scanned for updated data in the control.

Double Input Frequency x TF specifies a frequency, as a multiple of the base, TF, at

which double points are scanned for updated data in the control.

Measured Value Frequency x TF specifies a frequency, as a multiple of the base, TF, at

which measured values are scanned for updated data in the control.

Floating Point Frequency x TF specifies a frequency, as a multiple of the base, TF, at

which floating points are scanned for updated data in the control.

4.6.3 Discrete Points Configuration

The Form 4D control includes default communication point maps as listed in the
Communications Protocols section of this manual. In the event that a custom point

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 mapping is desired, the Discrete Points Configuration dialog may be used to configure
a customized mapping of data points from a list of available data sources. See the User
Map HTML Export Function section of this manual for information on exporting the User
Map point lists created using Discrete Points Configuration.
Each of the User Maps are initially set to match the default factory point mapping. At any
time, the User Maps can be returned to this state using the Factory Reset button in the
Discrete Points Configuration dialog. This action will reset the currently active User
Map to the Factory Default settings..

4.6.3.1 User Map Capacity

The IEC 60870-5-104 Discrete Points Configuration dialog allows configuration of data
and control points within the following limits:
• Maximum of 100 Measured Values
• Maximum of 100 Single Input Points
• Maximum of 100 Binary Output points

4.6.3.2 User Map Modification

To change the source of data for a Discrete Point:
1. Open the Discrete Points Configuration dialog from the Manage > Device >
Communications > IEC 60870-5-104 menu path.
2. Choose the desired Point Map for editing: User Map 1 or User Map 2.
3. Choose the desired point type to be edited from the tabs visible in the edit table:
Measured Values, Single Input Point, or Binary Output.
4. Modify the fields in the edit table to match the desired point configuration:
a. Measured Values Point Configuration

Discrete Point displays the point identifier for the selected data point. To
add a point, right-click in the edit table and choose Insert New Point; the new
point will be inserted below the currently selected line and the point indices
will be updated automatically. To delete a point, select the desired point,
right-click in the edit table and choose Delete Point; the point indices will be
updated automatically.

Assigned Source Data selects the desired data value to be mapped.

Scale Factor sets the analog scaling value to be applied to the value of the
chosen data source for transmission.

Deadband specifies a no-report range in which values are freely allowed to

vary without generating an URBE event, when reports are set to be
generated by Deadbands (deadband values apply to engineering units; scale
factor is applied after the deadband).

Units lists the engineering unit type for the selected data point; this value is
updated automatically as the Assigned Source Data is selected and is not
user-configured.

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 b. Single Input Point Configuration

Discrete Point displays the point identifier for the selected data point. To
add a point, right-click in the edit table and choose Insert New Point; the new
point will be inserted below the currently selected line and the point indices
will be updated automatically. To delete a point, select the desired point,
right-click in the edit table and choose Delete Point; the point indices will be
updated automatically.

Assigned Source Data selects the desired data value to be mapped.

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 c. Binary Output Point Configuration

Discrete Point displays the point identifier for the selected data point. To
add a point, right-click in the edit table and choose Insert New Point; the new
point will be inserted below the currently selected line and the point indices
will be updated automatically. To delete a point, select the desired point,
right-click in the edit table and choose Delete Point; the point indices will be
updated automatically.

Assigned Source Data selects the desired data value to be mapped.

Supervisory Enable lists the conditioning status of the Supervisory mode on

the selected Binary Output point. If listed as “1,” the point may not be
operated remotely when Supervisory OFF is active.

4.7 Protocol Configuration – Cooper 2179

Configuration of the Cooper 2179 protocol is performed through two separate dialogs:
Basic Configuration and Discrete Points Configuration.

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4.7.1 Basic Configuration
The following Cooper 2179 settings are found in the Basic Configuration dialog:

Port allows the user to select the communication port for which settings will be
viewed/modified.

Enable Remote Control Commands determines if remote commands received from the
communications master will be honored, causing a state change in the Form 4D control.

Device Address specifies the address, from 0 to 2047, of the RTU instance on the
control.

Ignore Master Address allows the device to accept commands and requests from
masters other than that listed in the Master Device Address field; check the box to allow
data from all master devices.

Master Address sets the address, from 0 to 31, of the master station controlling and
polling the RTU.

Select Timeout determines the amount of time that can elapse between a “select” and
“operate” command for systems that employ select-before-operate commands, entered in
milliseconds.

Baud Rate sets the speed of 2179 serial communications on the chosen communications
port.

CTS Support determines if CTS/RTS handshaking will be used to control the serial
communications channel.

Tx Enable Delay sets a delay beginning when RTS is asserted and ending when the
2179 message begins; must not be set to "0" when connected to a DCE device, in
milliseconds.

Tx Disable Delay sets a delay beginning when the 2179 message is complete and
ending when RTS is de-asserted; must not be set to "0" when connected to a DCE
device, in milliseconds.

Note: When both Tx Enable Delay and Tx Disable Delay are Non-Zero, RTS is
asserted to transmit a message.

When either Tx Enable Delay or Tx Disable Delay is zero, RTS is

asserted to receive a message.

Transmit Enable Delay and Transmit Disable Delay are applied

independent of the CTS Support setting.

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4.7.2 Discrete Points Configuration
The Form 4D control includes default communication point maps as listed in the
Communications Protocols section of this manual. In the event that a custom point
mapping is desired, the Discrete Points Configuration dialog may be used to configure
a customized mapping of data points from a list of available data sources. See the User
Map HTML Export Function section of this manual for information on exporting the User
Map point lists created using Discrete Points Configuration.
Each of the User Maps are initially set to match the default factory point mapping. At any
time, the User Maps can be returned to this state using the Factory Reset button in the
Discrete Points Configuration dialog. This action will reset the currently active User
Map to the Factory Default settings.

4.7.2.1 User Map Capacity

Cooper 2179 Discrete Points Configuration dialog allows configuration of data and control
points within the following limits:
• Maximum of 100 Analog Input points
• Maximum of 100 Binary Input points
• Maximum of 100 Binary Output points
• Maximum of 25 Analog Counters

4.7.2.2 User Map Modification

To change the source of data for a Discrete Point:
1. Open the Discrete Points Configuration dialog from the Manage > Device >
Communications > Cooper 2179 menu path.
2. Choose the desired Point Map for editing: User Map 1 or User Map 2.
3. Choose the desired point type to be edited from the tabs visible in the edit table:
Analog Input, Binary Input, Binary Output, or Analog Counters.
4. Modify the fields in the edit table to match the desired point configuration:
a. Analog Input Point Configuration

Discrete Point displays the point identifier for the selected data point. To
add a point, right-click in the edit table and choose Insert New Point; the new
point will be inserted below the currently selected line and the point indices
will be updated automatically. To delete a point, select the desired point,

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 right-click in the edit table and choose Delete Point; the point indices will be
updated automatically.

Assigned Source Data selects the desired data value to be mapped.

Scale Factor sets the analog scaling value to be applied to the value of the
chosen data source for transmission.

Units lists the engineering unit type for the selected data point; this value is
updated automatically as the Assigned Source Data is selected and is not
user-configured.

b. Binary Input Point Configuration

Discrete Point displays the point identifier for the selected data point. To
add a point, right-click in the edit table and choose Insert New Point; the new
point will be inserted below the currently selected line and the point indices
will be updated automatically. To delete a point, select the desired point,
right-click in the edit table and choose Delete Point; the point indices will be
updated automatically.

Assigned Source Data selects the desired data value to be mapped.

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 c. Binary Output Point Configuration

Discrete Point displays the point identifier for the selected data point. To
add a point, right-click in the edit table and choose Insert New Point; the new
point will be inserted below the currently selected line and the point indices
will be updated automatically. To delete a point, select the desired point,
right-click in the edit table and choose Delete Point; the point indices will be
updated automatically.

Assigned Source Data selects the desired data value to be mapped.

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 d. Analog Counters Configuration

Discrete Point displays the point identifier for the selected data point. To
add a point, right-click in the edit table and choose Insert New Point; the new
point will be inserted below the currently selected line and the point indices
will be updated automatically. To delete a point, select the desired point,
right-click in the edit table and choose Delete Point; the point indices will be
updated automatically.

Assigned Source Data selects the desired data value to be mapped.

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 5. When finished, click Apply to send the new point map definitions to the control.

4.8 Protocol Configuration - MODBUS

Configuration of the MODBUS protocol is performed through two separate dialogs: Basic
Configuration and Discrete Points Configuration.

4.8.1 Basic Configuration

The following MODBUS settings are found in the Basic Configuration dialog:

Port allows the user to select the communication port for which settings will be
viewed/modified.

Enable Remote Control Commands determines if remote commands received from the
communications master will be honored, causing a state change in the Form 4D control.

Device Address specifies the address, from 1 to 247, of the RTU instance on the

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 control.

Baud Rate sets the speed of MODBUS serial communications on the chosen
communications port.

Parity sets the data parity parameter to be used on the serial communications channel
between None, Even, or Odd.

CTS Support determines if CTS/RTS handshaking will be used to control the serial
communications channel.

Tx Enable Delay sets a delay beginning when RTS is asserted and ending when the
MODBUS message begins; must not be set to "0" when connected to a DCE device, in
milliseconds.

Tx Disable Delay sets a delay beginning when the MODBUS message is complete and
ending when RTS is de-asserted; must not be set to "0" when connected to a DCE
device, in milliseconds.

Note: When both Tx Enable Delay and Tx Disable Delay are Non-Zero, RTS is
asserted to transmit a message.

When either Tx Enable Delay or Tx Disable Delay is zero, RTS is

asserted to receive a message.

Transmit Enable Delay and Transmit Disable Delay are applied

independent of the CTS Support setting.

4.8.2 Discrete Points Configuration

The Form 4D control includes default communication point maps as listed in the
Communications Protocols section of this manual. In the event that a custom point
mapping is desired, the Discrete Points Configuration dialog may be used to configure
a customized mapping of data points from a list of available data sources. See the User
Map HTML Export Function section of this manual for information on exporting the User
Map point lists created using Discrete Points Configuration.
Each of the User Maps are initially set to match the default factory point mapping. At any
time, the User Maps can be returned to this state using the Factory Reset button in the
Discrete Points Configuration dialog. This action will reset the currently active User
Map to the Factory Default settings..

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4.8.2.1 User Map Capacity
The MODBUS Discrete Points Configuration dialog allows configuration of data and
control points within the following limits:
• Maximum of 100 Analog Input Registers
• Maximum of 100 Binary Input Registers
• Maximum of 100 Coil Registers

4.8.2.2 User Map Modification

To change the source of data for a Discrete Point:
1. Open the Discrete Points Configuration dialog from the Manage > Device >
Communications > MODBUS menu path.
2. Choose the desired Point Map for editing: User Map 1 or User Map 2.
3. Choose the desired point type to be edited from the tabs visible in the edit table:
Analog Input Registers, Binary Input Registers, or Coil Registers.
4. Modify the fields in the edit table to match the desired point configuration:
a. Analog Input Registers Configuration

Discrete Point displays the point identifier for the selected data point. To
add a point, right-click in the edit table and choose Insert New Point; the new
point will be inserted below the currently selected line and the point indices
will be updated automatically. To delete a point, select the desired point,
right-click in the edit table and choose Delete Point; the point indices will be
updated automatically.

Assigned Data Source selects the desired data value to be mapped.

Scale Factor sets the analog scaling value to be applied to the value of the
chosen data source for transmission.

Unit lists the engineering unit type for the selected data point; this value is
updated automatically as the Assigned Source Data is selected and is not
user-configured.

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 b. Binary Input Registers Configuration

Discrete Point displays the point identifier for the selected data point. To
add a point, right-click in the edit table and choose Insert New Point; the new
point will be inserted below the currently selected line and the point indices
will be updated automatically. To delete a point, select the desired point,
right-click in the edit table and choose Delete Point; the point indices will be
updated automatically.

Assigned Data Source selects the desired data value to be mapped.

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 c. Coil Registers Configuration

Discrete Point displays the point identifier for the selected data point. To
add a point, right-click in the edit table and choose Insert New Point; the new
point will be inserted below the currently selected line and the point indices
will be updated automatically. To delete a point, select the desired point,
right-click in the edit table and choose Delete Point; the point indices will be
updated automatically.

Assigned Data Source selects the desired data value to be mapped.

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4.9 Protocol Configuration – IEC 61850
Configuration of the IEC 61850 protocol is performed through four separate dialogs:
Basic Configuration, Advanced Configuration, Network Configuration, and GOOSE
Configuration. Two additional dialogs, Create 61850 ICD File and Create GOOSE ICD
File provide additional functionality to assist in system configuration.

4.9.1 Basic Configuration

The following IEC 61850 Basic setting is found in the Basic Configuration dialog:

Name assigns an identifier to the IED in the IEC 61850 environment.

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4.9.2 Advanced Configuration
The following IEC 61850 Advanced settings are found in the Advanced Configuration
dialog:

Enable Remote Control Commands determines if remote commands received from the
communications master will be honored, causing a state change in the Form 4D control.

Inactivity Timeout defines the number of milliseconds the slave instance will wait after
the last valid data link layer frame is received, before resetting the communications link.

Integrity Report Scan Interval sets the number of milliseconds to wait before verifying
whether an integrity report is to be sent.

Request Timeout defines the number of milliseconds to wait for the master response to
the previous request

MMS Message Size is the maximum number of bytes for the MMS message used to
communicate with the master. This setting is negotiated during the association, and
whichever MMS message size is smaller - slave or master - is used.

Max In Requests defines the maximum number of incoming requests. This setting is
negotiated during the association, and whichever maximum number of incoming requests
is smaller - slave or master - is used.

Max Request Variables is the maximum number of variables included in a single

request (read, write, report).

TPDU Size sets the size of the packet to be used in the transport layer.

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4.9.3 Network Configuration
The following IEC 61850 Network settings are found in the Network Configuration
dialog:

AP Title sets the client application process title. A string consisting of at-most 16 space-
separated entries. Used for validation in the ISO stack.

AE Qualifier is the client application-entity qualifier of the application process. Used for
validation in the ISO stack

Accept from any IP chooses whether or not to disable incoming IP validation per the
settings set in the next element.

Accept from IP allows the user to specify a valid incoming IP host or subnet address.

Listening Port Number sets the listening IP port number for the 61850 slave instance.

Presentation is the client presentation layer selector. This is a string consisting of at-
most 4 space-separated entries. Each entry represents a byte. Used for validation in the
ISO stack.

Session is the client session layer selector. Used for validation in the ISO stack. This is a
string consisting of at most 4 space-separated entries. An entry represents a byte.

Transport is the client transport layer selector. Used for validation in the ISO stack. This
is a string consisting of at most 2 space-separated entries. An entry represents a byte.

4.9.4 GOOSE Configuration

The following IEC 61850 GOOSE messaging settings are found in the GOOSE
Configuration dialog:

Destination Address is the destination MAC address where GOOSE messages will be
sent.

Enable Port 2 (Bottom) set whether or not GOOSE messaging will be enabled for an
IEC 61850 instance running on the bottom communications interface port (IEC
61850/GOOSE not available on Port 1).

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 GOOSE ID sets the unique identifier for inclusion in the GOOSE messages.

Application ID sets the application identifier, as a hexadecimal number ranging from

0x0000 to 0x3FFF, to aid in message sorting.

VLAN ID is a 12-bit virtual LAN identifier, specified in HEX.

VLAN Priority sets the 3-bit user priority setting for the specified VLAN.

TX Interval is the amount of time, in milliseconds, to wait between message

transmissions.

Event Tx Interval sets the amount of time, in milliseconds, to wait between message
transmissions resulting from event occurrences.

Event Tx Quantity sets the number of messages that will be sent on the Event Tx
Interval schedule before returning to the normal Tx Interval after an event occurrence.

4.9.5 Create 61850 ICD File and Create GOOSE ICD File
The ProView NXG application may be used to dynamically generate IED Capability
Description (ICD) files, in XML format, as required for system configuration in
accordance with IEC 61850 standards. Files may be generated from opened Form 4D
settings (*.f4d) files or from settings obtained from a connected control; however, care
should be taken when using GOOSE ICD files generated from saved settings files as
information specific to individual controls will be omitted, such as the network MAC
address.
When one of these two menu items is selected, the application presents a Save ICD File
dialog. The user may choose a path and desired filename and click Save, at which time
ProView NXG will generate and save the selected ICD file to the chosen location. Once
saved, this file may be retrieved from the specified save location and used for IEC 61850
system configuration using third-party tools.

Note: When ICD files are generated from a connected control, additional IEC
61850 dialog windows may open and remain open after the file save
operation is complete. This is normal behavior; the user may close the
opened dialogs and resume normal use of the application.

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4.10 Protocol Configuration – SNTP (Simple
Network Time Protocol)
Simple Network Time Protocol (SNTP) time synchronization is available on any Form 4D
ordered with a Cooper 2179, MODBUS, or IEC 61850 protocol ordering option. An
Ethernet communications interface card is required to be installed in Port 2 (bottom port)
of the Form 4D to make use of the Form 4D’s SNTP client. SNTP requests from Form 4D
will be sent using the IP address and Default Gateway configured for Port 2 in the
Network Ports Configuration dialog.
Configuration of the SNTP (Simple Network Time Protocol) is performed through the
SNTP Configuration dialog in the Manage > Device > Communications menu.

4.10.1 SNTP Configuration

The following SNTP Configuration settings are found in the SNTP Configuration
Settings dialog:

Enable SNTP Client allows the user to activate or deactivate time synchronization via
the SNTP protocol.

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 Server IP Address sets the IP address of the SNTP time server on the network.

Refresh Rate sets the frequency, in minutes, at which the Form 4D will send an SNTP
query to the time server to be resynchronized.

Recovery Refresh sets the frequency, in minutes, at which the Form 4D will attempt to
reconnect to an SNTP server that previously failed to respond to a query. This value must
be less than the normal Refresh Rate.

Maximum Time Variance sets the maximum allowed time difference between the new
time being returned by the SNTP server and the current time on the Form 4D. If the
resulting time difference from a synchronization would yield a time change outside this
maximum delta, the synchronization is ignored.

4.11 User Map HTML Export Function

The ProView NXG application allows User Map data configured through the Discrete
Points Configuration dialogs to be exported to an HTML file for archiving, printing, or
importing into spreadsheet or database applications.
The User Map HTML Export process is shown below using the DNP3 protocol. The same
process may be used for other communications protocols by using the appropriate menu
path (IEC 61850 does not support HTML Export).

Note: HTML files may be exported from Form 4D settings files or a connected
Form 4D control using the ProView NXG application. User Map HTML
files exported from connected controls will contain information regarding
the connected control’s Firmware version, while files exported from an
open settings file will contain the settings file name in the exported
HTML document.

To export a Form 4D Discrete Points Configuration User Map using ProView NXG
software:
1. Open a valid Form 4D settings file using the File menu or connect to a Form 4D
control with the ProView NXG software.

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 2. Navigate to the Discrete Points Configuration dialog via Manage > Device >
Communications > DNP3 menu path.

3. Choose the appropriate User Map for which the Export operation will be completed,
using the Point Map selection drop-down box.

4. Once the desired point map is displayed in the table, click on the Export to Html
File… button located below the point map table.

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 5. A file save dialog will appear; enter a file name for the exported HTML file. Click
Save. (If not entered, the *.html file extension will be appended automatically.)

6. The file will be saved to the chosen location.

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5 Interface Details and
Application Examples

As outlined throughout this manual, the Form 4D control supports a wide variety of
communications infrastructures, each with their respective topologies and implementation
details. The examples in this section represent some of the most common
communications implementations used by our customers. While not intended to provide
in-depth technical details, they are suitable for familiarization with the various supported
methodologies for those users who may not have an extensive communications
background.

5.1 RS-232 Connections

The most basic remote communications accessory card is the RS-232 serial card. This
interface allows for a point-to-point connection to a piece of external communications
equipment or directly to a computer, RTU, or master station.
The RS-232 interface is primarily used for connecting the Form 4D control to a data radio
or modem where Ethernet connections are either impractical or unavailable. Other
common applications include connections for testing and troubleshooting of SCADA
protocols.

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5.1.1 Interface Pin-out
Pin # Name Description
1 DCD Carrier Detect
2 RXD Receive Data
3 TXD Transmit Data
4 DTR Data Terminal Ready
5 GND Signal Ground
6 DSR Not Connected
7 RTS Ready to Send
8 CTS Clear to Send
9 RI Not Connected
RS-232 DTE DB9M
10 Shroud Chassis Ground

5.1.2 DCE vs. DTE

The Form 4D control RS-232 interface is wired as DTE, or data terminal equipment. RS-
232 connections from the Form 4D control to typical DCE, or data communications
equipment (typically modems, radios, media converters), should be made with straight-
through 9-pin serial cables.

Connections made to other data terminal equipment, such as computers, should be

made with 9-pin null modem cables, which allow the two DTE interfaces to directly

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 communicate without intermediate DCE interfaces.

In most, but not all applications, straight-through serial cables may be used for all RS-232
connections to the Form 4D control except for connections made directly to a computer
for configuration or SCADA emulation.

5.1.3 CTS Support

CTS, or clear to send, support is available on an as-needed basis per configuration
options in the ProView NXG software. CTS is configured on a per-interface basis for
serial communications interfaces.
When enabled, CTS support will prevent the Form 4D control from initiating
communications with the external device until the external device has indicated that it is
ready to receive data. This is most applicable when connecting the Form 4D control to
data radios and modems through the serial communications interfaces, but is available
for any connection that requires CTS/RTS handshaking.

5.1.4 Collision Avoidance

The Collision Avoidance option enables control of data flow based on the condition of the
DCD, or Data Carrier Detect line, in the RS-232 communications circuit. This option is
intended for use when connecting to radios or other collision-prone media where the
capability for DCD sensing exists.

5.2 RS-485 Networks

When multiple devices are needed to communicate on a single network or bus, but
Ethernet is not found to be preferred, RS-485 serves as a suitable alternative. RS-485
provides for a multi-drop network topology where each device is simply “tapped” onto the
communications bus and assigned a unique address through the protocol being used.
RS-485 communicates with a high level of reliability and speed, if wired correctly. Care
must be taken to ensure that the network conforms to applicable wiring standards and
best practices to make the full use of the network’s capabilities.

5.2.1 Key Components

The Form 4D control RS-485 interface card provides an external terminal block interface
for customer wiring connections, as well as a pair of optional feature selection switches

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 accessible on the circuit board face. Changes to these option switches require the
interface card to be removed from the Form 4D control housing.

Note: The control must be removed from service prior to removing or replacing a
communication card. Refer to Service Instructions S280-104-1 Form 4D Control
Installation and Operation Instructions.

Item Description

1 Removable 5-position terminal block connector

2 TX/RX Indicator LEDs
3 Terminating Resistor switch
4 Half/Full-Duplex Selection switch

5.2.1.1 Interconnection Wiring

Customer connections to the RS-485 network are made via a dual-row 5-position
removable terminal block connector (Item 1 above). This connector provides terminals for
Transmit Data A, Transmit Data B, Receive Data B, Receive Data A, and Signal
Ground, and includes a second terminal for each signal to accommodate “daisy-
chaining” of controls in the RS-485 network.

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5.2.1.2 Interface Pin-out
Pin # Name Description

1 TX+ Transmit Data A

2 TX- Transmit Data B
3 RX- Receive Data B
4 RX+ Receive Data A
5 GND Signal Ground

5.2.1.3 Terminating Resistors

Terminating resistors are required at the ends of an RS-485 bus to allow proper data flow
free of reflections from open conductors. These terminations are to be made with
resistive loads with characteristic impedance equal to that of the interconnecting media.
In accordance with the 120Ω characteristic impedance specification in TIA/EIA-485-A, the
Form 4D control RS-485 interface provides 120Ω terminating resistors, intended to be
activated on Form 4D controls that sit at the end of an RS-485 bus requiring termination.
To activate the terminating resistors, move the TERMINATING RESISTORS switch (Item
3 above) up from the OFF position on the face of the interface circuit board. In most
instances, the RS-485 serial interface card is preset at the factory for operation with
terminating resistors disabled. Switch settings should be verified to ensure proper
configuration.

Note: The terminating resistors included on the Form 4D control RS-485 interface card
have been specified for +/- 5 Volt DC RS-485 installations. For RS-485
applications using a voltage supply greater than 5VDC, external terminating
resistors must be used.

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5.2.1.4 Half/Full-Duplex Mode Selection
The Form 4D control RS-485 interface supports both half-duplex (3-wire) and full-duplex
(5-wire) networks. Full Duplex communications provide for higher levels of data
throughput.
To activate the full-duplex mode, move the DUPLEX switch (Item 4 above) down to the
FULL position on the face of the interface circuit board. To activate half-duplex mode,
move the switch up to the opposite position. In most instances, the RS-485 serial
interface card is preset at the factory for half duplex operation. Switch settings should be
verified to ensure proper configuration before installation.
For networks utilizing half-duplex communications, no external jumpers are required on
the full-duplex transmit and receive data terminals as the DUPLEX switch makes these
connections internally.

5.2.2 Half-Duplex Connections

Half-duplex RS-485 networks can be wired using two data conductors with one ground
conductor. It is desirable to utilize twisted-pair cabling to minimize the effects of electrical
noise on the network.
To configure the Form 4D control for half-duplex communications, ensure that the
DUPLEX switch on the interface circuit board is in the up position, opposite of the FULL
label.
When in the half-duplex mode, the TX+ terminal is internally connected to the RX+
terminal; likewise, TX- is internally connected to RX-. Treat these pairs as the non-
inverting (+) and inverting (-) inputs for connection to the 3-wire RS-485 network. When
connected in this mode, the master is not able to send outbound requests while
outstations report back to the master with their responses, and vice versa. Thus, the
system is “half-duplex.”

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5.2.3 Full-Duplex Connections
Full-duplex RS-485 can increase overall throughput in the network as compared to a half-
duplex implementation. Two additional data lines are needed to create separate transmit
and receive busses from the master to the remote devices.
Enable full-duplex by moving the DUPLEX switch to the FULL position.
Connections in the full-duplex network are made from the remote devices’ TX terminals
to the RX terminals on the master, and vice versa. Be sure to observe the inversion
polarity (+ and -) as these still must match in the transmit and receive busses. When
connected in this mode, the master is able to send out subsequent information requests
while still awaiting responses from the outstations, and the outstations are likewise able
to monitor incoming requests while transmitting data back to the master—thus the system
is “full-duplex.”

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5.3 Serial Fiber Connections
For communications systems where noise-immunity and electrical isolation are of high
importance, serial fiber serves as an alternative to RS-485 for a shared media
communications link. Serial fiber can be deployed in a few key configurations, including
some that use external hardware at the center of a serial fiber star. The examples herein
focus on the use of a serial fiber optic media in point-to-point and loop topologies, both of
which require minimal external hardware to be added. The setup parameters for each of
these topologies can be used to assist in the construction of other serial fiber topologies.

5.3.1 Key Components

The serial fiber interface card provides connections for incoming and outgoing fiber optic
cables, a battery voltage input connector, and activity indication LEDs on its front face. In
addition, an ECHO mode selection switch is located on the face of the circuit board.

Note: The control must be removed from service prior to removing or replacing a
communication card. Refer to Service Instructions S280-104-1 Form 4D Control
Installation and Operation Instructions.

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 Item Description

1 Transmit (TX) ST fiber connector

2 Receive (RX) ST fiber connector
3 3.6VDC Fiber Loop Battery Backup Connector
4 TX/RX Indicator LEDs
5 ECHO Mode Switch

5.3.1.1 Media Interface

Connections to the multi-mode serial fiber card are made using male ST fiber connectors
to the female ST receptacles provided on the interface card. Standard metallic or non-
metallic ST connector bodies may be used with the Form 4D control. Incoming fiber to
the Form 4D should be routed from the upline device’s TX port to the RX port (bottom) on
the interface card; outgoing fiber is then routed from the TX port (top) on the interface
card to the downline device’s RX port. In the case of a point-to-point topology, the upline
and downline device may be the same piece of physical equipment.
Refer to the Fiber Media Selection section of this manual for additional information
regarding the specification and selection of fiber media for use with the Form 4D control.

5.3.1.2 Echo Mode Selection

The serial fiber interface card allows connections to be made in both point-to-point and
loop topologies. In point-to-point connections, incoming data into the Form 4D control
need not be echoed through the fiber output. While in loop topologies, incoming data
must be echoed to other controls in the loop through the fiber optic output. The ECHO
switch is used to select which mode of operation is desired.
To enable the “echo” of incoming data to downline devices and enable fiber looping, set
the ECHO switch on the interface circuit board to the ECHO ON position. For point-to-
point serial fiber connections where data need not be echoed to downline devices, set the
ECHO switch to the ECHO OFF position. The fiber optic serial interface card is preset at
the factory for ECHO OFF operation. Switch settings should be verified to ensure proper
configuration before installation.

Note: The control must be removed from service prior to removing or replacing a
communication card. Refer to Service Instructions S280-104-1 Form 4D Control
Installation and Operation Instructions.

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5.3.1.3 3.6V Fiber Loop Backup Battery Connector
When fiber loop topologies are used, it may sometimes be desirable or necessary to
maintain the operation of the fiber loop even when one or more devices has lost power.
Echo functionality on serial fiber interfaces requires power to operate. As a recloser
control, the Form 4D control is expected to be without power during times of prolonged
power outage. Even so, it is unknown what other devices may be in the fiber loop and
whether or not these devices have a longer supply of backup power in relation to the
Form 4D control.
In instances where the fiber loop needs to be maintained when the Form 4D control is
without power, the 3.6V Fiber Loop Backup Battery function can be used. When the
ECHO mode is enabled, a 3.6VDC battery can be attached to the serial fiber interface
card to maintain ECHO functionality through the F4D, even if the control has lost mains
power and the batteries are depleted. The battery connection is made via a 2-pin
connection on the face of the interface card.
When the ECHO mode is disabled, the 3.6V battery is disconnected internally.

5.3.2 Point-to-Point Topology

The simplest application of serial fiber is a direct point-to-point connection from the Form
4D control to a computer, RTU, data concentrator, etc. This application mimics a direct
RS-232 serial cable connection, but with the added benefits of electrical isolation and
noise immunity as provided by the use of fiber media. One example of such a connection
is shown below.

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5.3.3 Loop Topology
In addition to the point-to-point topology outlined above, serial fiber can also be deployed
in a loop configuration. Serial fiber loops provide for noise-immune, electrically isolated
serial communications among many devices with one shared connection to an upline
communications device, such as an RTU or radio. See an example of one such loop
application below.

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5.4 Copper Ethernet Connections
Ethernet capability is available in the Form 4D control for both copper and fiber media
networks. The copper Ethernet option utilizes a standard 8-position 8-conductor (8P8C)
connector, commonly referred to as an RJ-45, although it does not employ USOC wiring
standards. The Form 4D control 8P8C Ethernet connector can be used with standard
Category 5e or greater Ethernet cabling utilizing either the 568A or 568B standard
terminations.

5.4.1 Auto-Negotiation
The Form 4D control Ethernet interface is auto-negotiating, meaning that it will
automatically detect the type of device connected to the control’s 8P8C and adjust its pin-
out accordingly. This is commonly referred to as Auto MDI/MDIX capability.
In practice, Auto MDI/MDIX allows all Ethernet connections—control to PC, control to
switch, control to router, etc.—to be made with either straight-through or crossover
Ethernet cabling, without the need to keep separate cables for different connection types.
The Form 4D control Ethernet interface is also able to automatically detect and connect
to either 10Mbps or 100Mbps Ethernet networks.

5.5 Fiber Ethernet Connections

In addition to the copper Ethernet offering, the Form 4D control also supports connection
to Ethernet networks based on a fiber media versus copper cabling. Fiber networks
provide a greater immunity to electrical noise, and also provide a layer of electrical
isolation between network devices and the connected terminal equipment.
Four fiber Ethernet interfaces are available for the Form 4D control—three for multi-mode
media and one for single-mode media.

5.5.1 Multi-Mode Fiber Ethernet

The Form 4D control offers three options for connection to multi-mode fiber Ethernet
networks. They differ only in fiber termination, to support a variety of different industry
segment adoptions amongst network equipment manufacturers. All three interfaces
connect to the same Ethernet interface in the control and offer relatively equal maximum
link distances.

5.5.1.1 Dual ST Interface

The “Dual ST”, or dual straight-tip, termination allows users to use the same media for
their fiber Ethernet network as would be used for serial fiber connections to most IEDs. It

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 should be noted, however, that this does not imply interoperability between ST-connected
Ethernet and serial devices.
The ST, or straight-tip, connector is sometimes referred to as a BFOC connector. It is a
bayonet-type fiber termination, with a 2.5mm ferule as described in IEC 61754-2.

5.5.1.2 Dual SC Interface

The “Dual SC”, or dual subscriber connector, termination differs from the ST termination
in that no rotation is needed to mate the connectors; rather, a simple push-pull coupling
mechanism is used, perhaps simplifying installation where space is limited.
The SC, or subscriber connector, is specified with a 2.5mm ferule as described in IEC
61754-4.

5.5.1.3 MT-RJ Interface

The MT-RJ fiber termination differs greatly from the other two multi-mode terminations
offered, as both lines of fiber are combined into one jack and plug assembly, versus the
two discrete terminations used at each device with ST or SC connectors. This greatly
simplifies installation and removes the need to specify “A” and “B” or “In” and “Out” fibers
when interconnecting devices compliant with the MT-RJ standard; the keying of the jack
makes this fiber identification concrete. The mechanical action of the MT-RJ termination
closely resembles that commonly found in copper telephone and network “registered-
jack” cabling.
The MT-RJ connector is specified with a 2.45x4.4mm ferule as described in IEC 61754-
18.

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5.5.2 Single-Mode Fiber Ethernet
When the benefits of fiber Ethernet connections are desired, but increased link distance
is required, single-mode fiber can be used instead of multi-mode fiber. Single-mode fiber
is generally more expensive to deploy, but can greatly extend the reach of the fiber optic
network link. One interface option for single-mode fiber Ethernet is available on the Form
4D control.

5.5.2.1 Dual LC Interface

The “LC”, or Lucent connector, is the only termination option offered for single-mode fiber
Ethernet connection to the Form 4D control. The LC termination is often comprised of two
separate fiber connectors, as in ST or SC, but is sometimes found with a bracket or clip
to secure the two fiber connectors to each other, as the spacing between the two ferules
in standardized.
The LC connector is specified with a 1.25mm ferule as described in IEC 61754-20.

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6 Radios and
Communications Support
Equipment

6.1 Overview
Cooper Power Systems recognizes the need for flexible communications options to meet
a variety of needs arising from different distribution automation and smart grid
deployments. We are pleased to offer communications accessories for the Form 4D
control that allow connection to communications devices and supporting equipment to
facilitate wired and wireless communications.

6.2 Accessory Power

The Form 4D control includes a power supply as standard equipment to accommodate
communications accessories and other DC-powered equipment housed inside the Form
4D control cabinet. This power supply is rated to supply a 13.5VDC nominal voltage to
accessory equipment, with a current limited output to prevent damage to control
equipment due to improper use or faulty accessories. The specifications for this power
supply are as follows:

Measurement Value

Nominal Output Voltage 13.5VDC

Maximum Output Current 3A

Maximum Power Rating 30W peak

Average Power Rating 12W avg

6.3 Radio Installation

The Form 4D has been designed to accommodate up to two communications radios or
modems inside the control cabinet. Using the two independent accessory

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 communications interfaces, the Form 4D can be connected to two completely
independent networks running different protocols.
In order to ensure a robust installation, a radio mounting tray is available and
recommended for use in mounting radios or other communications support equipment
into the top portion of the control cabinet. In addition, an accessory power interface board
is included with this mounting tray to protect the DC power circuit output supplying power
to accessory equipment.
Finally, Cooper Power Systems is proud to offer protection solutions for radio
communications equipment to guard against electrical surges on coaxial antenna
feeders. Our radio connection and protection packages complete the radio installation
accessory offering with lightning arrestor modules and necessary coax cabling and
adapters for use inside the control cabinet. Contact your Cooper Power Systems
representative for assistance in selecting appropriate connection and protection
packages for radio communications applications.

6.3.1 Radio Mounting Tray

The Form 4D radio mounting tray is available as a factory-installed assembly when
specified at time of ordering. Otherwise, a field-installable service kit allows future
upgrading of Form 4D control cabinets to accommodate radio and communication
accessory mounting.
The radio mounting tray is delivered with the Radio Protection Interface pre-installed, with
appropriate cabling to connect the interface to the Form 4D power supply module. The
tray also includes a variety of pre-configured mounting-hole patterns to suit a variety of
different accessory footprints.
Use of the radio mounting tray is recommended for all powered accessory installation in
the Form 4D cabinet, to ensure secure physical attachment of accessory equipment
inside the control cabinet. Contact your Cooper Power Systems representative with any
questions regarding application of the radio mounting tray.

6.3.2 Radio Interface Board

In order to prevent damage to accessory equipment from high voltage surges occurring
near the control cabinet, the Radio Interface Board is provided as a means of DC power
distribution to accessory equipment. The interface circuit board provides adequate
protection from electrical surges and protects sensitive radio equipment from the harmful
effects of such occurrences.
The Radio Interface Board is rated to the full current output capacity of the Form 4D
power supply module. See the Accessory Power section of this manual for more
information.

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 Component # Description

1 Input power connector, from Form 4D power supply

2 Protected output power, DC positive

3 Protected output power, DC common

6.3.3 Radio Antennas and Lightning Protection

Cooper Power Systems recommends that all radio equipment be protected by application
of a lightning arrestor device in line with the equipment’s antenna that may be installed on
or away from the control cabinet. Radio Connection and Protection packages are
available with the Form 4D recloser control to suit a variety of wireless communications
deployments, in frequencies ranging from 150MHz to 4GHz and beyond.
Contact your Cooper Power Systems representative with any questions regarding the
application or selection of antennas and radio protection hardware to suit the needs of a
particular installation.

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7 Support

Cooper Power Systems is proud to offer a comprehensive collection of support resources

for users requiring additional information or assistance in the setup, operation, and
troubleshooting of Form 4D recloser controls and other Cooper Power Systems
equipment.
Users are invited to utilize the Switchgear Support Group (SSG) to obtain access to the
many support resources that Cooper Power Systems has to offer. The Switchgear
Support Group is staffed daily from 8AM – 5PM central time, Monday – Friday. Call the
SSG at (800) 497-5953 or email [email protected]. In addition, 24/7
emergency support is also provided. Call the support number listed above outside of
normal business hours to obtain current after-hours emergency support contact
information.

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