NOJA SCADA Interface Description

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RC10

User Manual SCADA Interface Description

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Revision History Rev

Author

Date

Comment

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BOS

30-03-12

First release of RC10 SCADA Interface Description Manual.

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BOS

31-05-12

Added DNP over IP settings.

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OA/AW

18-11-13

RJ45 port, External Load Power, Typical current draw on RF output, High Power Accessory, Example for USB-WiFi adaptor, procedure for remote connection, DNP3 connection management.

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OA

16-01-14

Reference to High Power Radio Supply Kit

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OA

27-02-14

Updated section on DNP3 Interface management.

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OA

08-04-2014

Updated screen shots – removed USBC2

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OA

14-08-2014

Added example for TP-Link Wi-Fi Router

Source: S:\Marketing-500\User Manuals\SCADA Protocols \Original Documents\NOJA-565-06 RC10 SCADA Interface Description.doc

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Table Of Contents 1

Introduction .................................................................................................................... 1

2

Communication Ports ..................................................................................................... 2

3

4

5

6

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2.1

RS-232 Port ............................................................................................................ 2

2.2

USB Communications Ports .................................................................................... 3

2.3

Ethernet Communications Port ................................................................................ 4

Monitoring Communications Ports through the RC10 ..................................................... 5 3.1

RS232 ..................................................................................................................... 5

3.2

Ethernet Port ........................................................................................................... 6

Configuring a remote connection from CMS to RC10 ..................................................... 7 4.1

Introduction ............................................................................................................. 7

4.2

Procedure ............................................................................................................... 7

Port Configuration Settings............................................................................................14 5.1

Serial Device Configuration ....................................................................................14

5.2

Serial Radio Configuration......................................................................................16

5.3

Serial Modem Configuration ...................................................................................17

5.4

Dial Out Configuration ............................................................................................18

5.5

Dialling Characters .................................................................................................19

5.6

GPRS Modem Configuration ..................................................................................19

5.7

LAN Configuration ..................................................................................................21

5.8

WLAN Configuration...............................................................................................22

External Communications Equipment ............................................................................24 6.1

External Load Power ..............................................................................................26

6.2

Typical current draw for Radio Frequency (RF) output ...........................................27

Remote Connection Examples ......................................................................................28 7.1

Example Port Configuration for a Wavecom Fasttrack RS232 GSM Modem ..........28

7.1.1

Physical Connections ......................................................................................28

7.1.2

RS-232 Port Settings.......................................................................................28

7.1.3

Modem Dial Out Settings ................................................................................29

7.2

Example Port Configuration for USB to WiFi Adaptor (USB-WiFi-01-S)..................30

7.2.1

Physical Connections ......................................................................................30

7.2.2

USB Port Settings ...........................................................................................30

7.2.3

CMS Protocol Settings ....................................................................................30

7.2.4

Download Settings ..........................................................................................31

7.2.5

Configure connection type on PC ....................................................................31

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7.2.6 7.3

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Go Online! .......................................................................................................32

Example Port Configuration for TP-Link Wi-Fi Router.............................................33

7.3.1

Configure the Wireless Router ........................................................................33

7.3.2

Configure Port Settings on RC-10 ...................................................................35

7.3.3

CMS Protocol Settings ....................................................................................35

7.3.4

Download Settings ..........................................................................................35

7.3.5

Accessing Wi-Fi network .................................................................................36

DNP3 Protocol Setup ....................................................................................................37 8.1

Activating DNP3 .....................................................................................................37

8.2

DNP3 over IP .........................................................................................................38

8.2.1

IP Settings.......................................................................................................38

8.2.2

TCP Settings ...................................................................................................39

8.2.3

UDP Settings ..................................................................................................39

8.3

DNP3 Interface Management .................................................................................40

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1 Introduction The OSM recloser is supplied with an RC10 Control Cubicle. The Relay module inside the RC10 has 3 USB ports, one RS232 port and an Ethernet port (REL-02 only). Basic port settings can be made directly from the RC10 operator panel. Some advanced settings, however, can only be configured using NOJA Power’s Configuration and Management Software (CMS). This manual describes the wiring interfaces and setup information required to successfully configure a remote connection from a PC running CMS to the RC10 using one of the above ports. The RC10 can also be configured for the IEC or DNP3 protocol. Please refer to the relevant protocol manuals for details. Please note that the CMS protocol can be enabled with either DNP3 or IEC also enabled (using the same port if required) but the IEC protocol and DNP3 protocol cannot be enabled concurrently. The USB ports can be used with NOJA Power approved communications accessories only. The accessories can be used to provide a wide range of port interfaces such as RS485, Ethernet, GSM and GPRS modems. This document should be read in conjunction with the user manual supplied with the automatic circuit recloser and the relevant protocol definition document. Protocol documents are available from NOJA Power on request. A reasonable level of SCADA interface knowledge is required.

SIM Connection

Ethernet Port

SIM Connection I/O Module Connection Panel (RS232P) Panel USB(CMS)

USBA

USBC USBB Relay Running Flashing LED

RS2332 SCADA Port

IN1 IN2 IN3

Note: The Ethernet Port is only available for REL-02.

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2 Communication Ports 2.1

RS-232 Port

An RS232 port is available on the Relay Module for connection to a Remote Terminal Unit (RTU). The RS232 port should not be connected directly to cables that exit the cubicle. At least 3kV of isolation and 1kW of surge protection must be used if connecting to external equipment.

Basic port settings can be set from the Panel as shown below. Advanced port configuration is only available via a PC running the CMS as described later in this document. Panel Navigation [Turn Panel ON]  [SYSTEM STATUS]  [Press ESC]  PORT SETTINGS  [MAIN MENU] ►RS232◄ USBA USBB USBC LAN RS232P  [Systems Settings]  [Port Settings] Connection Type Modem

 [RS232] 

Device Mode Baud Rate Duplex Type Parity

Local 19200 Half None

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2.2

USB Communications Ports

Three USB ports are located on the Relay – USB A, USB B and USB C. Equipment with USB serial ports can be directly connected. These can be used to connect many types of communications equipment. Other interfaces such as Serial, Wi-fi and TCP/IP can be supported using approved1 USB adaptors. The USB ports should not be connected to cables that exit the cubicle. The USB ports have power overload protection. Advanced port configuration is only available via a PC running CMS as described later in this document. Note 1: Only NOJA Power approved USB devices should be connected to these ports.

Panel Navigation [Turn Panel ON]  [SYSTEM STATUS]  [Press ESC]   PORT SETTINGS [MAIN MENU]  [System Settings] RS232 ►USBA◄ USBB USBC LAN  [Port Settings]

 [USBA] 

Connection Type Device Mode

RS232P Disabled Local

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2.3

Ethernet Communications Port

The Relay, REL-02, has an RJ45 Ethernet port. This is used to connect directly to Ethernet enabled communications equipment. Basic port settings can be set from the Panel. Advanced port configuration will be available via a PC running the CMS software (currently being developed). Any Ethernet cabling entering the cubicle must be isolated. Fibre optic cable is recommended. Where cabling exits the RC cubicle, it must be isolated with surge protection. It should also be fitted with an appropriate RFI ferrite filter, located as close as possible to the (inside) floor of the cubicle. The cable shield must be earthed at the customer end (not cubicle). Note: Older REL-01 relay modules do not have an RJ45 Ethernet port available. In this case a NOJA approved USB to Ethernet converter can be used instead.

Specifications Ethernet Type:

10/100 Base-T Compatible

LED Meanings:

Left (Orange) = Link, Right (Green) = Activity

Ethernet Cable not exiting the cubicle:

Cat5, Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP). Maximum Length=1m

Ethernet Cable exiting the cubicle:

Cat6, Screened Foiled Twisted Pair (S/FTP). Maximum Length=90m after Surge Arrestor.

Note: Ethernet surge protection (NOJA P/N: USB-EthernetSurge-01) must be supplied for all connections outside the cubicle.

Panel Navigation [Turn Panel ON]  [SYSTEM STATUS]  [Press ESC]  Port Settings

 [MAIN MENU]

RS232

 [Systems Settings]

USBA

USBB

USBC

Detected Type Device Mode Obtain IP Automatically IP Address Subnet Mask Default Gateway

 [Port Settings] [LAN] 

►LAN◄

RS232P

LAN Remote No 192.168.1.150 255.255.255.0 192.168.1.1

Port Settings Title

Designation

Range

Resolution

Detected Type Device Mode Obtain Automatically IP Address

Detected Type Device Mode Obtain Automatically IP Address

Disabled/LAN Local/Remote Yes/No

NA NA NA

Factory Default Disabled Remote No

Enter an IP address for the RC10 cubicle. Enter a subnet mask. Enter a default gateway.

NA

No

NA NA

No No

Subnet Mask Default Gateway

IP

Subnet Mask Default Gateway

IP

Note: REL-01 models will not show the LAN port configuration or status option.

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NOJA-565-07 3 Monitoring Communications Ports through the RC10 A port monitoring screen can be viewed on the Panel under System Status: A communications port monitoring screen can be viewed on the Panel under System Status:

3.1

RS232

Panel Navigation [Turn Panel ON]  [SYSTEM STATUS]   [Communications Ports]  [Communications Port Status]

 [RS232]

COMMUNICATIONS PORT STATUS

USBA

USBB

LAN

Detected Type Configured Type Device Mode Serial Pins: DTR: High RTS: High

RS232P

Serial Serial Direct Remote

DSR: Low CTS: Ignore

Connection State: Bytes Received: Bytes Transmitted: Test

CD: Ignore RI: Low Disconnected 123456 456 Off Hangup

This screen can be used to monitor the pin status, connection status, amount of packets received and transmitted, hangup the connection and conduct tests.

Item

Description

Range

DTR, RTS, CD, DSR, CTS, RI

Port Pins

High/Low/Ignore

Connection State

Displays port connection status

Disconnected Connected

Bytes Received

Displays amount of packets received. Count can be reset to zero by pressing enter.

0 - 65535

Bytes Transmitted

Displays amount of packets transmitted. Count can be reset to zero by pressing enter.

0 - 65535

Hangup

Hangs up the modem.

N/A

Test

Sends ASCII String “NOJA” out port. Message Off continues to send until turned off. On

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3.2

Ethernet Port

Panel Navigation [Turn Panel ON]  [SYSTEM STATUS]

 [Communication Ports]

COMMUNICATION PORT STATUS RS232

USBA

USBB

USBC

►LAN◄

RS232P

[LAN] Detected Type Configured Type Device Mode

LAN LAN Remote

Obtain IP Automatically No IP Address 192.168.1.150 Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0 Default Gateway 192.168.1.1 MAC E0:A1:98:01:01:15 TX 930 0

Packets Errors

RX 929450 163

This screen is used to monitor the number of packets sent and received and any errors. SCADA counters The SCADA counters record data which can assist with commissioning and testing communications links. A separate page is provided for each available protocol. The data displayed depends on which protocol is displayed. Panel Navigation [Turn Panel ON]  [SYSTEM STATUS]  [Press ESC]  [MAIN MENU]

 [COUNTERS]   [SCADA Counters] 

SCADA COUNTERS Call Dropouts Calls Failed Tx Frames Rx Frames Length Errors CRC Errors C1 Buffer C2 Buffer C3 Buffer

0 0 32 56 0 0 12 0 0

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NOJA-565-07 4 Configuring a remote connection from CMS to RC10 4.1

Introduction

A PC running the CMS software package can be connected to the RC10 remotely through serial modems or Ethernet connections. The panel USB port on the RC10 is not affected and will still work as normal. Only one CMS session can be connected at a time. The configuration process includes: 1) 2) 3) 4) 5)

4.2

Choosing the communications equipment Configure communication channel and CMS protocol on the RC-10 Downloading Offline Settings to the RC-10 Configuring the connection type on the PC Go Online!

Procedure

The following steps outline the procedure for configuring a remote connection from a PC running CMS to the RC10. 1) Choose Communication Equipment The communications equipment can connect through the RS232 serial port, USB ports or the LAN port. If connecting through the USB port, the equipment must be connected through a NOJA Power approved USB device. NOJA Power supports the following approved USB equipment:     

USB RS232 (can be used if the RS232 port is already in use) USB RS485 USB GSM/GPRS Modem USB Ethernet port (used to connect to routers) USB Wireless Ethernet (used to connect to wireless routers).

2) Configure communication channel and CMS protocol on the RC-10 a) Connect the Communication Equipment to the RC-10. b) Run CMS on the PC. Ensure the device manager is displayed. c) Connect the PC to the RC10 using a USB cable plugged into the panel USB port on the front of the RC10. d) If the device has already been created the Connection Status will change to “Plugged In”. Otherwise the device will appear in the “Other Connected Devices” list at the bottom of the screen. Right click on the device and click “Add as New Device”. Change Name, Description and Communication as required.

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e) Open the Device by double clicking on it. f)

Go to Offline Settings -> COMMS.

Note: If the Offline Settings toolbar does not appear click the Offline Settings button again.

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g) Select the communication channel and configure as required for the communication equipment used. Refer to Section 4 for Port Configuration Settings. h) Save changes by clicking on the disk icon in the top left hand corner. Note that for all screens, this will be greyed out if changes have already been saved. i)

Once the communication channel is configured, you must assign the CMS Protocol. Go to Offline Settings -> Protocol Settings and then go to the CMS tab.

Note: The dial out function is greyed out in RC10 relay firmware versions up to 1.2.0. Later releases have this functionality added and is available by a firmware upgrade.

j)

Tick the “Enable Port 2” box, and select the communication channel for Port 2 (where the communication equipment is connected to the RC-10).

Note: Two ports are available for the CMS protocol. Port 1 is used for direct connections to the RC-10 (using the Panel USB port) and Port 2 is used to communicate remotely to the RC10.

k) Save the changed settings. You are now ready to download the communication settings to the RC10. 3) Download Offline Settings Once the communication channel and protocol settings have been configured, these settings can be downloaded to the RC-10. a) Ensure the PC is still connected to the USB panel port on the RC-10. b) Go to Online - > Connection - > COMMS Configuration and ensure USB Direct is selected for the connection. 9

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c) To download the communication settings, open the correct device from the Device Manager and Go Online by clicking Online - > Connection - > Go Online.

d) Once you are online, click the Download Settings button. e) On the download screen, ensure that the Download button is highlighted and that the COMMS and Protocol Settings are selected as shown below (DO NOT tick any other boxes unless those settings need to be downloaded too and are accurate for that particular RC10).

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f)

Click the download button on the right.

The downloaded settings are recorded in the table below with a timestamp of the date and time they were downloaded.

4) Configure Connection Type on PC Once the communication and protocol settings have been downloaded to the RC10, the PC can be configured to communicate remotely to the RC10. a) Disconnect the USB cable from the PC to the RC10 panel USB. b) Connect a modem, or an Ethernet connection to the PC, depending on the type of communications equipment used at the RC10 cubicle. c) Go to Online menu - > Connection - > Comms Configuration.

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d) Change the connection method from USB Direct in the drop down box to Modem or Ethernet. For a modem connection, select the Modem Settings tab and select the COM Port, Baud Rate and Phone Number to be used by CMS when dialling the remote RC10 cubicle. For an Ethernet connection, enter the IP address and TCP Port number used for the Ethernet port equipment installed in the remote RC10 cubicle.

The Protocol and Server boxes at the top of the screen should be left as they are. The Poll Configuration tab sets how often CMS will ask for Device Status and Field Readings changes.

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Device Status Poll The Device status poll checks the current state of the recloser position and protection elements. The default setting is normally suitable for all connection types. Field Readings Poll The Field Readings poll asks for the latest changes to the System Status, Event Log, Change Log, Close Open Log, Load Profile, Counters and Comms Status logs. If the log files are large, it can take a while to download them over a slow modem connection. This may cause Device Status updates to slow down. If this is the case, lengthen the Field Readings poll time to about 60 seconds. Download latest Field Readings Tick the box at the bottom if you wish to download the latest Field Readings logs when going Offline. e) Save the settings. Go Online! Once the settings on the RC-10 and PC have been configured you should be able to access the RC10 remotely. a) Ensure the communication equipment on the RC-10 and PC is connected and turned on. b) Go to the Connection toolbar and click the Go Online button. For all operations available remotely through CMS refer to the CMS Help File.

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NOJA-565-07 5 Port Configuration Settings All port settings can be configured using CMS (with the exception of the LAN port which is currently being developed in CMS). Refer to the previous section and the CMS help file for steps required to establish a remote connection.

5.1

Serial Device Configuration

Select a connection type. Serial Modem and Serial Radio connection types will display additional configuration items.

To see the advanced settings for the connection type, click the Show Advanced Settings button. The following settings can be modified: Item

Description If this box is ticked, the user connecting through this port will be a Remote user.

Remote Mode

If the box is unticked the user connecting through this port will be a Local user.

Range Remote (ticked)

Mode

Local (unticked)

Mode

Baud Rate

Port communication speed in bits per second.

300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200. 38400, 57600, 115200.

Duplex Type

Half or full duplex communication.

Half, Full.

Parity

Sets the parity method.

None, Even, Odd.

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Item

Description

Range

In Flow Control mode, RTS/CTS is used for hardware flow control. An RTS high signal indicates ready to send data, low signal indicates not ready.

None

Advanced Settings

Flow Control

Hardware In Push To Talk mode this signal is used to key a radio transmitter. An RTS high signal keys the transmitter, a low signal turns it off.

Push To Talk

Data Carrier Detect setting. DCD Mode

If set to Block Tx, a transmission will be blocked if the DCD is asserted.

Ignore, Block Tx.

Data Carrier Detect Fall Time. DCD Fall Time, ms

This sets the period of time to wait after a loss of carrier is detected before sending the hang up command to the modem or assuming the session has ended.

0 – 25500ms

Transmit Delay. Tx Delay, ms

This is the minimum time delay, in ms, after receiving a character through the physical communication port, before a character will be transmitted in response.

0 – 5000ms

Pre Transmission Time. 0 – 5000ms

Pre Tx Time, ms The interval between asserting RTS and starting to send data. The maximum allowable time, in length of characters, between received bytes in a data link frame. Char Timeout, chars

0 - 255 If this time is exceeded then the current frame is rejected and scanning for the start of another frame is immediately started. Post Transmission Time. 0 – 5000ms

Post Tx Time, ms The interval between sending the last character of data and sending RTS low. Inactivity Time, s

The number of seconds to wait without any transmission activity on the line before showing the SCADA port as disconnected.

0 – 600s

Allows the addition of idle times and random delays to implement collision avoidance. Collision Avoidance

Min Idle Time, ms

0 – 120000ms

Max Rndm Delay, ms

0 – 120000ms

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5.2

Serial Radio Configuration

To configure radio settings, select “Serial Radio” from the “Connection Type” drop-down box. Note: If preamble settings are not required by the radio, the Serial connection type can be used instead.

If the radio preamble checkbox is ticked characters will be transmitted prior to sending any data. The following radio preamble settings can be set: Item

Description

Range

Char

The character to be sent.

0x00 to 0xFF

Repeat

The number of times the character will be repeated.

0 – 25

Last Char

The final char to be sent to indicate the end of the preamble.

0x00 to 0xFF

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5.3

Serial Modem Configuration

To configure modem settings, select “Serial Modem” from the “Connection Type” drop-down box.

The following settings can be configured: Item Modem is Powered from External Load

Description When this setting is On and the External Load is Off, the MPM will not try to use the communication device. When this setting is Off the RC10 will not check the External Load status before making a connection.

Range

On, Off.

Modem is used with Leased Line

Check this box if the modem is to use a leased line connection. Checking this box will disable the “Hang Up Inactivity Time” setting.

Yes, No.

Init String

Modem Initialization String. This field takes AT modem commands.

Up to 38 characters

Sets a maximum time for a call in minutes. Maximum Call Duration, min

This limits the length of a call to reduce call costs in situations where constant generation of events keeps the modem connected.

0 - 60

If set to zero (0) the timer is disabled. Response Time, s

Auto Answer

Determines how long to wait for a response from the modem after sending it a control command. Command to enable auto-answer on the modem. When set to Off the modem will not answer any calls.

0 - 255 Off, 1 Ring, 2 Rings, 3 Rings, 4 Rings, 5 Rings.

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5.4

Dial Out Configuration

To configure a serial modem connection for dial out, open the Protocol Screen, associate the protocol with the port and tick the Dial Out box. Notes:

  

The port connection in the COMMS screen must be set to Serial Modem and saved for the dial out settings to appear in the Protocol Screen. For a dial out to occur, the Protocol must have unsolicited responses enabled. Dial out is only applicable to the DNP3 Protocol.

Item

Description

Range

Dial Out

Check this box if the modem will be dialling a number when making a connection. Checking this box will enable the dial out settings.

Yes, No.

Pre-Dial String

Pre-Dial String. See section 5.5 for a list of valid dialling characters. This field takes AT modem commands.

Up to 18 characters

Dial Numbers

Up to five dial-out numbers can be entered. See section 5.5 for a list of valid dialling characters.

Up to 18 characters

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Item

Description

Range

Autodial Interval, s

Interval between failure to connect to one number before dialling the next in the list.

0 - 255

Connection Timeout, s

The length of time the cubicle will wait after dialling a number for a connection to be established.

0 - 255

5.5

Dialling Characters

The following characters can be used in the pre-dial string and dial numbers: Character

Description

0-9

Dialling digits.

# *

5.6

P

Pulse dialling.

T

Tone Dialling

, (comma)

Pause. Used to set a pause between digits.

!

Hook flash.

@

Wait for 5 seconds before proceeding.

R

Reverse handshake (go on-line in auto-answer mode).

W

Waits for second dial tone.

GPRS Modem Configuration

The USB ports support GPRS Modems with USB ports approved for use by NOJA power. These modems are usually powered directly from the USB port. The RC10 will automatically recognise that it is a GPRS modem when plugged into the port. To configure a GPRS connection select the port where the modem has been plugged into, and select GPRS from the connection type drop down box.

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The following settings can be configured: Item Obtain an Address Automatically.

Description IP

Range

The modem will obtain an IP address automatically from the network provider.

Use the following IP Address

This setting allows the user to specify a fixed IP address. This is generally used for SCADA connections over VPN networks.

IP Address

Enter an IP address for the RC10 cubicle.

Subnet Mask

Enter a subnet mask.

Default Gateway

Enter a default gateway

Connection Timeout

The length of time the cubicle will wait for a connection to be established.

0 - 255

Baud Rate

Port communication speed in bits per second.

300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200. 38400, 57600, 115200.

Use the Modem’s Mobile Network Settings

This setting is used if the network settings are to be configured on the GPRS modem itself.

Use the Following Mobile Network Settings

This setting is used to send the modem the network connection settings. The user will need to enter an Access Point Name, Username and Password.

Note: IP address and mobile network settings should be obtained from your VPN or mobile network provider.

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5.7

LAN Configuration

The USB ports support Ethernet adaptors approved for use by NOJA Power. The intended use is to plug Ethernet enabled communications equipment into the adaptor, such as a wireless router or Ethernet radio. Please note that Rel-02 also has a LAN (RJ45 Ethernet) port which can be used to connect Ethernet communications equipment directly into the relay (only shown in CMS when connecting to Rel-02). It is recommended that any Ethernet cabling entering the cubicle is isolated. Fibre optic cable is the best choice in this type of environment. To configure a LAN connection, select the port where the Ethernet adaptor has been plugged into, and select LAN from the connection type drop down box in CMS.

The following settings can be configured: Item Obtain an Address Automatically.

Description IP

Range

The modem will obtain an IP address automatically from the network using the DHCP protocol.

Use the following IP Address

This setting allows the user to specify a fixed IP address for the cubicle.

IP Address

Enter an IP address for the RC10 cubicle.

Subnet Mask

Enter a subnet mask.

Default Gateway

Enter a default gateway

Note: IP address settings should be obtained from your network administrator.

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5.8

WLAN Configuration

The USB ports and the LAN port support Wireless Ethernet adaptors approved for use by NOJA Power. The intended application is to use the Wireless Ethernet adaptor to connect to a nearby Wireless Router. To configure a Wireless Ethernet connection select the port where the Wireless adaptor has been plugged into, and select WLAN from the connection type drop down box.

The following settings can be configured: Item

Description

Obtain an IP Address Automatically

The modem will obtain an IP address automatically from the network using the DHCP protocol.

Use the following IP Address

This setting allows the user to specify a fixed IP address for the cubicle.

IP Address

Enter an IP address for the RC10 cubicle.

Subnet Mask

Enter a subnet mask.

Default Gateway

Enter a default gateway

Network Name (SSID)

Enter a string of up to 32 characters as the Network Name for the RC10. Any device wanting to connect to the RC10 must use the same Network Name.

Range

WEP Open Network Authentication

Select the type of network authentication to be used.

WEP Shared WPA2 Personal WPA Personal

Data Encryption

Select the encryption method to use over the

TKIP

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Item

Description

Range

connection.

AES

Network Key

Enter a network key.

Confirm Network Key

Re-enter the network key to confirm it is correct.

Key Index (advanced)

Enter a key index if required. Some routers have multiple keys identified by an index number.

Note: IP address and encryption settings should be obtained from your network administrator.

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NOJA-565-07 6 External Communications Equipment The external load power source connection is located on the Switchgear Interface Module (SIM) in the RC cubicle and is labelled “External Supply 12Vdc OUT”. This power source can be used to power up external communications equipment such as modems and radios. Power to the SIM is provided by the Power Supply Module (PSM) which is powered directly from a step down Voltage Transformer or utility Low Voltage (LV) mains. The SIM module provides the power management for the RC10 and battery charger. When the AC supply is lost it switches over to the battery supply.

POWER IN

BATTERY IN 12Vdc OUT

The RC10 can be configured such that the radio or modem will be turned off after a set period of time when the AC power is lost, to conserve the backup battery power. The external load settings are located on the System settings screen in CMS.

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To set the external load time, enter a value in minutes from 0 – 1440 into the “External Load Time” text box in the UPS section. If set to zero (0), the external load will remain on. The external load can also be cycled off and back on again at regular intervals if the connected equipment requires a regular reset. To set the reset time enter a value in hours from 0 – 720 into the “External Load Reset Time” text box in the UPS section. If set to zero (0), the reset is disabled. Notes:  

External Load Time will only work if a Modem or Radio is configured. It will not work when using a direct connection. The “Modem is powered from external load” setting must be enabled for External Load Time to work.

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External Load Power

A 12Vdc power supply for communications equipment is located on the SIM module. The External Load Output can be turned ON or OFF from the Panel or CMS software. Note: The external load output will indicate OFF when the external supply is shut-down due to AC supply External Load Time-out or low battery.

The power supply is rated at 12V 20W on average over a rolling 60 seconds window. The external load supply switches off immediately if the current exceeds 5.8A. The external power supply output is software managed to minimize the risk of overloading the power supply system. The output/overload protection mechanism is detailed below. Battery Supply above 11.0 V:

 

If the current is above 5.8 A for 25ms then the external supply will turn off immediately and stay off until the customer turns the external supply on again. The external supply will supply 20 W on average over a rolling 60 seconds window. So, for example, if the external load supplies 30W in the first 30 seconds then only 10W can be supplied over the next 30 seconds to ensure an overload does not occur as shown in Example 2 below. W 30W 20W 10W Time 60s

30s Example 1 W 30W 20W 10W

Time 30s

60s

Example 2



When the supply is turned off because of the power being exceeded, it will be reported in the event log as an external supply overload.

AC ON, Battery Supply below 11.0 V or disconnected: 

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the event log as shutdown. When the supply shuts down under this condition it automatically turns back on when a battery supply of more than 11.6 volts is connected. Drawing more than 15W in this instance may cause the RC10 to shutdown and restart in some cases. AC OFF, Battery Supply below 11.0 V: 

6.2

The external supply is off.

Typical current draw for Radio Frequency (RF) output

When determining power consumption of radios the following need to be considered: Item

Definition

RF Output

Actual amount of power (in watts) of RF energy that the radio produces at its output. The RF output will depend on the specification of the radio and the antenna used.

Load consumption

Load consumption is the amount of power (in watts) that the radio needs to operate. The load consumption will vary depending on the RF output and whether the radio is transmitting or receiving. The method of transmission also affects the power consumption.

Tx supply current

Current drawn by the radio when transmitting.

To determine the load consumption, if for example a radio requires 2.5 amps to transmit with an RF output of 5W and the voltage is 12Vdc, then the load consumption is 2.5 amps x 12Vdc = 30W. Things to note:   

Some radios will draw more power than others. The radio manual should be consulted to confirm power requirements. After a short outage there are inrush currents which cause higher than normal load consumption. Transmission method can vary e.g. Frequency-shift keying (FSK) or Phase-shift keying (PSK). Note that some transmission methods require more power to operate.

NOJA’s external load power supply is rated at 20W on average over a rolling 60 seconds window. If for example a radio is set to transmit at 5W RF output then this will require approximately 30W power consumption. If we refer to section 7.1, one can see that this may cause the external load overload to occur as after supplying 30W for 30 seconds only 10W can be supplied for the next 30 seconds. If a greater RF output is required then it’s possible to use a more efficient antenna with a high gain. NOJA can also provide a High Power Radio Supply Kit which is suitable for radios that have a load consumption of up to 40W continuous. Please refer to NOJA-7114 High Power Radio Supply. The client should NOT, under any circumstances connect communications equipment to the backup battery as this can drain the battery, cause a system shutdown or damage the equipment. 27

NOJA-565-07 7 Remote Connection Examples 7.1

Example Port Configuration for a Wavecom Fasttrack RS232 GSM Modem

7.1.1 Physical Connections The Wavecom modem is fitted with a 15 pin Sub D female connector. A cable is normally supplied with the modem. This cable can be directly plugged into the RS232 port located on the Relay module. In this example we will be powering the modem from the External Load power connection located on the SIM Module inside the cubicle. Using this power source permits configuration of the time the modem continues to operate after loss of auxiliary power. Wavecom Connector Signal description

RC10 External Load Connector

Pin number

Pin

V+ Battery

1

Left Pin

Ground

2

Right Pin

Signal description

Ground +12V

An antenna must be connected to the SMA connector on the modem from an antenna mounted external to the RC cubicle. Notes: 1. 2.

The Modem will require a SIM card before it will work. The SIM card will need a non-transparent data number for 9600 baud. This is not the same as a voice number. Check the data number with your telecommunications supplier if connection difficulties are experienced.

7.1.2 RS-232 Port Settings Use CMS to configure the following settings as described in Section 5 Port Configuration Settings. Connection Type:

Serial Modem

Parity:

None

Duplex Type:

Full

Baud Rate:

9600

Flow Control:

None

DCD Mode:

Monitor High

DCD fall time:

500 ms

Tx Delay:

20 ms Cubicle RC/TEL-01E(S) - 70

Char Time Out:

2

Pre Tx Time:

50

Post Tx Time:

50

Inactivity time:

30 s (depending on speed of SCADA response)

Collision Avoidance

Unchecked

Modem is powered from external load:

Unchecked

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Init String

ATZ

Max Call Duration

0 min

Response Time

5s

Auto Answer

1 Ring

7.1.3 Modem Dial Out Settings Use CMS to configure the following settings as described in Section 5 Port Configuration Settings. Dial Out

Yes. (If you want the recloser to make calls to a master station).

Pre-Dial String

ATD

Dial numbers:

12345678901 – change this to the actual number

Autodial Interval:

5 s.

Connection Timeout:

60 s

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7.2

Example Port Configuration for USB to WiFi Adaptor (USB-WiFi-01-S)

7.2.1 Physical Connections Connect the USB to WiFi adaptor provided by NOJA into one of the USB ports. The RC10 has built in drivers to detect the adaptor type when it is plugged in. 7.2.2 USB Port Settings Connect the PC to the RC10 using a USB cable plugged into the panel USB port on the front of the RC10. To configure the port, go to Offline Settings -> COMMS Settings and select the tab for the required port. An example of WLAN port settings is shown below. These will vary depending on client requirements. Please consult your network administrator.

7.2.3 CMS Protocol Settings To configure the CMS protocol on the port, go to Offline Settings -> Protocol Settings and select the CMS tab. Enable Port 2 and select the port where the communication device is plugged in. In this case the USB to WiFi adaptor will be connected to the USB B port on the RC-10.

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7.2.4 Download Settings While the PC is directly connected to the RC10 and after configuring the port, go to the Online menu and click Go Online. In the Connection tab, click the Download Settings button. On the download screen, ensure that COMMS and Protocol Settings are selected. DO NOT tick any other boxes unless those settings need to be downloaded too and are accurate for that particular RC10. Click Download. 7.2.5 Configure connection type on PC Once the communication and protocol settings have been downloaded to the RC10, the PC can be configured to communicate remotely to the RC10. Disconnect the USB cable from the PC to the RC10 panel USB and connect the communication equipment to the PC. Go to Connection - > Comms Configuration and configure the connection as required for the communication equipment used.

For an Ethernet connection, enter the IP address and TCP Port number used for the Ethernet port equipment installed in the remote RC10 cubicle.

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7.2.6 Go Online! Once the communication settings have been configured on the RC-10 and PC, you can go online remotely. Ensure the communication equipment is connected and turned on. Go to the Connection toolbar and click the Go Online button.

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Example Port Configuration for TP-Link Wi-Fi Router

In this example the TP_Link Wi-Fi Router is used to provide a wireless access point to the RC10 cubicle. The Wi-Fi Router can connect directly to the Ethernet port of a Rel-02 relay module in the RC10. Alternatively it can connect to a USB port on a Rel-01 module using a USB to Ethernet adaptor. 7.3.1 Configure the Wireless Router Setting up the router is done in a similar fashion to a domestic internet Wi-Fi router. NOJA recommends doing a manual setup and not using the wizard feature. Enabling one of the security options is recommended. Please refer to the router product user guide. a. Connect the router to an Ethernet port on your PC. b. Configure the IP address on the PC to 192.168.1.252 for example (it has to be 1 or 2 numbers different from the router address). c. To connect to the router, open a web browser and enter 192.168.1.254 (default IP address of the router). d. Enter username and password (default “admin” for both). e. Configure settings as shown in the following screens. Basic Settings Assign an SSID and select Region

Wireless Mode The wireless mode depends on client requirements. In this instance the Wireless mode is set to Access Point.

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Security Settings Security should be enabled and specified by the customer for all in-service devices. Record name and password used. DHCP Settings DHCP server should be set to enable and the start and end IP address range specified to avoid conflicts.

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7.3.2 Configure Port Settings on RC-10 Connect the PC to the RC10 using a USB cable plugged into the panel USB port on the front of the RC10. To configure the port, go to Offline Settings -> COMMS Settings and select the tab for the required port. An example of WLAN port settings is shown below. These will vary depending on client requirements. Please consult your network administrator.

7.3.3 CMS Protocol Settings To configure the CMS protocol on the port, go to Offline Settings -> Protocol Settings and select the CMS tab. Enable Port 2 and select the port where the communication device is plugged in. In this case the TP-Link router will be connected to the USB A port on the RC-10 (using a USB to Ethernet convertor).

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In the Connection tab, click the Download Settings button. On the download screen, ensure that COMMS and Protocol Settings are selected. DO NOT tick any other boxes unless those settings need to be downloaded too and are accurate for that particular RC10. Click Download.

7.3.5 Accessing Wi-Fi network Ensure the following:  Wi-Fi Router has been configured.  Communication and protocol settings have been downloaded to the RC-10.  Wi-Fi Router is connected to the correct port on the RC-10 and is turned on. You should now be able access the RC-10 through the router Wi-Fi network. Use the network name and password used when configuring Security Settings for the router.

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NOJA-565-07 8 DNP3 Protocol Setup The DNP3 interface in the RC10 can provide DNP3 operation with a single master station or control centre using a serial channel or an Ethernet network. The DNP3 protocol implementation in the RC10 is described in detail in the relevant protocol definition document – NOJA-522-02 DNP3 Protocol Implementation. Please read this section in conjunction with this document. The CMS protocol is a proprietary protocol used for communications between the RC10 and the CMS configuration software (refer to Section 3 on how to configure a remote connection between a PC running CMS and the RC10).

8.1

Activating DNP3

To activate the DNP3 protocol, select “DNP3” from the Protocol Type drop-down box. CMS allows the user to modify a wide range of settings including the actual DNP3 mapping. To configure DNP3 click the “Protocol Settings” button.

Link Layer, Application Layer and Unsolicited Response settings are configured on the “General” tab. These settings are described in the DNP3 protocol implementation manual. DNP3 mappings are configured on all the other tabs. Refer to the DNP3 protocol implementation manual for more information. The “Reset to default” button restores all DNP3 settings to default. The “Test” button checks all the DNP3 mappings on each tab (except for General) and reports any conflicts.

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8.2

DNP3 over IP

The DNP3 protocol can be used over LAN connections. Configure the Communication Port channel to a USB or LAN port that has a LAN or WLAN adaptor configured (refer to sections 3.1 and 5.8). This will activate the DNP3 over IP settings:

8.2.1 IP Settings These settings apply to both TCP and UDP connection types: Item

Description

Range

IP Protocol Mode

Sets the IP mode to either TCP or UDP

TCP/UDP

Master IP Address

Sets the IP address of the DNP3 Master station.

xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx

Check Master IP

If the box is ticked, the device will only respond to requests from the configured Master IP Address.

On/Off

UDP Slave Port

Local UDP port for sending and/or receiving UDP datagrams. If the mode is TCP this port is used to receive broadcast UDP messages.

1 - 65534

Protocol Timeout

Closes the IP link after a configured period of inactivity.

0 - 172800

A value of zero (0) disables the protocol timeout.

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8.2.2 TCP Settings These settings only apply to TCP/IP connections. They are only visible if the TCP mode is selected:

Item

Description

Range

TCP Slave Port

Sets the incoming TCP port number for this device.

1 - 65534

TCP Master Port

Sets which TCP port number to use when sending unsolicited responses.

1 - 65534

Note: This setting is only visible if Unsolicited Responses have been configured for DNP3.

TCP Keep Alive Period

Keeps the TCP link active.

1 - 172800

8.2.3 UDP Settings These settings only apply to UDP/IP connections. They are only visible if the UDP mode is selected:

Item

Description

Range

UDP Master Port

Destination UDP port for sending all responses other than initial unsolicited Null response.

1 - 65534

UDP Master Initial Port

Destination UDP port for initial unsolicited null responses.

1 - 65534

The port number of the incoming message will be used as the destination port number instead of the UDP Master Port setting value.

On/Off

UDP Master Request

Port

In

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8.3

DNP3 Interface Management

The RC10 DNP3 interface is intended for use with a single DNP3 master station with a single set of event buffers interfaced through a single communications port (either serial or Ethernet). In general, it is recommended that it is only used in this manner. In particular the user should note:   



Operation over redundant paths is dependent on the master station’s capabilities. There is no configuration that permits “normal” DNP3 event polling operation to be performed concurrently from more than one master station or control centre without errors. A restricted subset of DNP3 operations with multiple different master stations is possible, but care must be taken to ensure that event reporting functions are either not used, or are only used very selectively. This is not “normal” DNP3 usage and may require specific configuration settings to be made in both the masters and in the RC10 in order to avoid errors. A very high level of understanding of the modes of operation of DNP3 may be required in order to correctly configure a multi-master system in such a manner as to avoid errors.

For more details please refer to NOJA 7230 DNP3 Interface Management.

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