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HUMAN MACHINE
INTERFACE

PART 1: DIP - ANALOG SINGLE TONE

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

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

4. USER LEVELS AND PASSWORDS 10

4.1 User level structure 10
4.2 Menus 11

5. DIP PASSWORD MANAGEMENT 12

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

6. INTERFACE DESCRIPTION 15
6.1 Main screen 15
6.2 Header bar 15
6.3 Menu bar 16
6.4 Toolbar 16
6.5 Status bars 16
6.6 Work and dialog zone 17

7. FUNCTIONALITIES DESCRIPTION 18
7.1 <Tools> Menu 18
7.2 <File> Menu 18
7.3 <DIP> Menu 19
7.4 <History> Menu 19
7.5 <Test> Menu 19

8. OPERATING THE HMI DIP – SINGLE TONE 20

8.1 Launching the HMI 20
8.2 Logging into the DIP 20
8.3 <Tools> Menu 21
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8.3.1 Entering a password 21

8.3.2 Returning to level 0 21
8.3.3 Disconnecting the HMI 22
8.3.4 Exit the HMI. 22
8.4 <File> Menu 23
8.5 Creating a configuration File>New> 23
8.5.1 Description of the configuration window 24
8.5.2 Configuration window toolbar 25
8.6 Configuring General Parameters 25
8.6.1 Configuring the number of commands 26
8.6.2 Configuring the version 26
8.6.3 Configuring IRIG-B 27
8.6.4 Configuring HMI speed 27
8.6.5 Configuring Logical Address 27
8.6.6 Entering comments 27
8.6.7 Configuring the link test 28
8.6.8 Sending the general parameters configuration to the DIP equipment 28
8.7 Configuring Sender Parameters 29
8.7.1 Configuring the Guard source 29
8.7.2 Configuring the sender band used 30
8.7.3 Configuring sender transmission levels 30
8.7.4 Configuring Command transmission parameters 31
8.7.5 Sender Transmission parameter configuration procedure 33
8.7.6 Sending the general parameters configuration to the DIP equipment 34
8.8 Configuring Receiver Parameters 35
8.8.1 Configuring LF band 35
8.8.2 Configuring Receiver Input Level 36
8.8.3 Configuring Receiver Protection Scheme 36
8.8.4 Configuring the status of the output relay upon the alarm 37
8.8.5 Receiver holding delay configuration 37
8.8.6 Configuring unblocking parameters 38
8.8.7 Sending Receiver Parameter Configuration 38
8.9 Configuring Input/output Parameters 39
8.9.1 Configuring the I/O board 39
8.9.2 Configuring Input Filter Delay 40
8.9.3 Configuring Combinatorial Logic on Inputs 40
8.9.4 Sending Input/Output Configuration 41
8.10 Configuring alarm parameters 42
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8.10.1 Configuring Alarm on External Input 42

8.10.2 Configuring Input Duration Command Alarm 43
8.10.3 Configuring Loss of Signal Alarm 43
8.10.4 Configuring the Alarm outputs delay parameter 44
8.10.5 Sending the alarms configuration 44
8.11 <Configuration> File Menu 45
8.11.1 Editing a configuration file 45
8.11.2 Saving a configuration file 46
8.11.3 Sending a configuration file 46
8.11.4 Closing a configuration file 46
8.12 <DIP> Menu 46
8.12.1 Reading the configuration 47
8.12.2 Reading the hardware configuration 48
8.12.3 Reading the versions 48
8.12.4 Instant alarm reading 49
8.12.5 Read input / output statuses 49
8.13 DIP>Maintenance menu 50
8.13.1 Switching from the Maintenance mode to the Normal mode and vice-versa 51
8.13.2 Maintenance status bar 52
8.13.3 Reading the input levels measurement 52
8.13.4 Configuring the output levels setting 53
8.13.5 Configuring the reception level 53
8.13.6 Maintenance - Forcing 55
8.14 Date setup 60
8.15 Resetting the DIP 61
8.16 <History> Menu 61
8.16.1 Events reading 62
8.16.2 Alarms reading 63
8.16.3 Reading the local command counters 64
8.16.4 Deleting events 64
8.16.5 Deleting alarms 65
8.17 <Test> Menu 66
8.18 <Factory> Menu 66
8.19 <Help> Menu 66
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LIST OF FIGURES

FIGURE 1 – MAIN SCREEN BEFORE PC/TELEPROTECTION CONNECTION 15

FIGURE 3 – MENU BAR 16
FIGURE 4 – TOOLBAR 16
FIGURE 5 – STATUS BAR 16
FIGURE 6 – EXAMPLE OF DIALOG BOX WITH LIST DISPLAY 17
FIGURE 7 – TOOLS MENU 21
FIGURE 8 – MAIN CONFIGURATION WINDOW 24
FIGURE 9 – TOOLBAR 25
FIGURE 10 – CONFIGURATION SYNTHESIS WINDOW 25
FIGURE 11 – CONFIGURATION – GENERAL TAB PAGE 26
FIGURE 12 – CONFIGURATION – SENDER TAB PAGE 29
FIGURE 13 – CONFIGURATION – RECEIVER TAB PAGE 35
FIGURE 14 – CONFIGURATION - INPUT/OUTPUT TAB PAGE 39
FIGURE 15 – CONFIGURATION – ALARMS TAB PAGE 42
FIGURE 16 – CONFIGURATION EXIT MENU 45
FIGURE 17 – HARDWARE CONFIGURATION WINDOW 48
FIGURE 18 – VERSION WINDOW 48
FIGURE 19 – INSTANT ALARMS WINDOW 49
FIGURE 20 – INPUT / OUTPUT WINDOW 49
FIGURE 21 – MAINTENANCE LEVELS 51
FIGURE 22 – MAINTENANCE MENU 51
FIGURE 23 – MAINTENANCE STATUS BAR 52
FIGURE 24 – MAINTENANCE - FORCING 55
FIGURE 25 – EXAMPLE OF READ EVENTS LIST 62
FIGURE 26 – EXAMPLE OF READ ALARMS LIST 63
FIGURE 27 – EXAMPLE OF READ OF COUNTER STATUS 64
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MODIFICATIONS PAGE
VERSION DATE COMMENTS
A 04/01/2001 Original issue
B 23/08/2004 ALSTOM logo and addition of analog version
C 12/07/2006 New features and additional technical explanations
D 14/11/2007 New chapter. Task oriented writing. HMI chapter
separated in three sections: digital, single tone analog
and double tone analog.
E 11/02/2008 Minor corrections
A22 20/02/2009 Minor corrections
B22 01/06/2010 Minor corrections
A23 13/01/2011 New version 2.3
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GENERAL
This manual describes the Human-Machine interface of the DIP, i.e. the software application
which enables commissioning, operational use and maintenance of this unit.

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

NOTE: Windows and PC are registered trademarks.

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1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

BEFORE CARRYING OUT ANY WORK ON THE EQUIPMENT, THE USER

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

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

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

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

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

• The firmware or software version numbers which may appear in illustrations in this
manual may not reflect the latest implemented in the unit; the information is
nonetheless current.
2.1 Information presentation

• Menu Path are indicated: Menu_level_entry1 >Menu_level_entry2>.

Example: select File >New.

• In the text Menu names are between <> example: Example: <DIP> menu.

• In the text window names are between <>. Example: <Entry>.

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

2.2 Example in a paragraph
<HISTORY> MENU NAME BETWEEN <>
To clear events:
Select History>Clear>Clear events

A <Confirmation> window opens:

Answer
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3. OVERVIEW
3.1 Foreword
As it is powerful and easy to use, the DIP Analog teleprotection HMI enables local:

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

• level adjustment without measuring apparatus,

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

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

• interactive and user-friendly maintenance,

• printing of unit parameters.

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

• 40 MB free space on the HD,

• 256 MB RAM.
IMPORTANT: HAVING SEVERAL TASKS RUNNING CONCURRENTLY (DESKTOP OR
OTHER TOOLS) MAY CAUSE PC-HMI TRANSMISSION FAULTS.
THEREFORE, ALL OTHER APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE CLOSED
BEFORE USING THIS HMI.

When the PC has no serial port, use a PCMCIA converter. Experience shows that USB
converters offer lesser compatibility.

3.3 Installing the HMI

Installation:

• Insert the CD-ROM supplied in the drive.

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

• Follow the instructions.

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4. USER LEVELS AND PASSWORDS

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

Level
Menus 0 2
File new x x
open x x
Tools Identification x x
Returning to level 0 x x
connect x x
disconnect x x
exit x x
DIP * configuration x x
hardware configuration x x
version x x
alarms snapshot x x
input/output x x
reset x
DIP / Date * read x x
write x
DIP / Maintenance * input level measure x x
output levels setting, adjustment receiving x
alignment and automatic alignment
switch to maintenance mode x
unlocking line (security) x
unlocking relay (security) x
local loop back x
transmitter forcing x
commands output forcing x
alarms forcing x

Test * link test x

History * event list x x

alarm list x x
counter list x x
clear event file x
clear alarm file x

Help x x

TABLE 1 – MENU ACCESSIBILITY ACCORDING TO USER LEVEL

* To access these menus, you need to be connected.
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5. DIP PASSWORD MANAGEMENT

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

• upper case (A to Z)

• lower case (a to z)

• numbers (0 to 9)

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

5.2 Accessing the Password Manager Menus with the <Password> Menu
The <Password> menu enables you to access the Password manager menus: <Create>
and < List passwords >.
To access the Password Manager menus:
1. Launch the DIP Security application by clicking the desktop icon. The <DIP password
management > window opens:

2. Select Password > Input, the < Password Input> window opens:

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

The following window opens:

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

5.3 Modifying the Password Manager password with the Password Menu
The password Manager menu allows you to modify the password manager password.
Upon first use, use the DIP password (upper case). We recommend to then modify this
password.

1. Access the Manager menu (see § 5.2)

2. Select Password > Modify. The following window opens:

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

1. Click the button. The following window opens:

2. Confirm the new password by re-entering it.

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5.4 Creating User Password with the <Create> Menu

Several passwords may be created.
1. To create user passwords, select < Create password >.
The <Create password > window below opens:

2. Enter the new password in the < Input password > window, in compliance with the rules
for Password Creation (see § 5.1). Enter the password again in the field ‘Confirm
password’.

3. Click the button.

4. If required, you may enter other passwords to be defined in the <Enter password>
window.
5.5 Managing the Password listing with the Menu <List passwords>
To access the Password List, click the Menu <List Passwords> in the Password Manager

The list of passwords is displayed.

1. To Remove a password, select the password line in the list and click the
button. A confirmation message is then displayed, Answer yes.
5.6 Exiting the Password Manager
To exit the password manager and return to the WINDOWS environment select
Password>Exit.
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6. INTERFACE DESCRIPTION
The HMI has an integrated environment, using standard WINDOWS tools and processes.
As only the operating modes specific to the HMI will be mentioned in the following, it is
recommended that operators not familiar with WINDOWS refer to the user manual for this
environment.
6.1 Main screen
The main screen is composed of functional zones (see the following figures)

FIGURE 1 – MAIN SCREEN BEFORE PC/TELEPROTECTION CONNECTION

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

6.2 Header bar
The header bar displays the HMI name at the top part of the window.
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6.3 Menu bar

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

FIGURE 3 – MENU BAR

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

FIGURE 4 – TOOLBAR
6.5 Status bars
Depending on the user level and the type of operation in progress, status bars can appear
displaying the following information.
The bottom bar displays:

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

• the link address

• the transmission speed of serial port (HMI connection)

• the current operating mode (Operation/Maintenance)

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

• the user level granted (from 0 to 2 depending on the password)

• a green led indicating the connection status (OK when flashing)

• the DSP firmware version

FIGURE 5 – STATUS BAR

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6.6 Work and dialog zone

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

• optional button groups

• tick boxes

• command buttons

• text boxes

• lists

• scroll bars

FIGURE 6 – EXAMPLE OF DIALOG BOX WITH LIST DISPLAY

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7. FUNCTIONALITIES DESCRIPTION
7.1 <Tools> Menu

Identification: this menu is used to open a window to enter the password and access the
corresponding user level. Access to the upper level is protected by password.
Back to level 0: this menu allows to return to level 0, the lowest level of privilege.
Disconnect: this menu disconnects the HMI from the DIP.
Exit: this menu closes the DIP HMI application.
7.2 <File> Menu

New: Creates a configuration file from a default configuration in a DIP version (Single tone or
Dual tone). When selected a pop-up window opens asking you to choose DIP version
(Single tone or Dual tone)

Open: Selecting this menu allows the following to be opened:

• Events files (*.events),

• Alarm files (*.alarms),

• Counters files (*.cnter),

• Config files: Configuration Files.

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7.3 <DIP> Menu

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

• Configuration: Read and modify all configuration parameters,

• Hardware configuration: Read hardware configuration parameters,

• Maintenance: Used to launch measures, adjust levels and for forcing.

• Alarms preview: provides a view of the current alarm status,

• Inputs / Outputs: read input and output status.

• Versions: read firmware versions.

• Date Setup: read and write the date and time on the unit.

• Reset: performs hardware and software resets on the unit.

7.4 <History> Menu

• Events: read and display event list.

• Alarms: read and display alarms list.

• Counters: display the status of input/output commands counters. Counter Information

can be saved and printed.

• Erase: via two sub menus <Erase Events> and <Erase Alarms>, allows event and
alarm logs to be deleted from the unit.
7.5 <Test> Menu
This menu enables you to perform a link test on the equipment.
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8. OPERATING THE HMI DIP – SINGLE TONE

8.1 Launching the HMI
To launch the HMI, click:
Start>Programs>HMIDIP5K>HMIDIP5K>
or by clicking the Desktop HMIDIP5K shortcut.
Launching the DIP HMI allows to:

• log into a DIP

• create a configuration

• modify an existing configuration saved in the PC.

8.2 Logging into the DIP

To log in, click the Connect icon or open the <Tools> menu:

and select <Local connect> to open the <Login> window.

You can choose among the ports found automatically by the HMI or the favorites defined
beforehand. To create a new favorite, right-click the location where you wish to place the
favorite.
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8.3 <Tools> Menu

Once logged in, the <Tools> menu is used to:

• grant a level to a user according to a password,

• reset the user level to 0,

• disconnect the HMI from the DIP,

• exit the HMI.

FIGURE 7 – TOOLS MENU

8.3.1 Entering a password
When the HMI is opened without entering a password the level user granted is 0.
To access the higher level 2, the user must enter a password. For more details about user
level and password management see § 4. and § 5.
To enter a password:
1. Select Tools>Identification. The following window opens:

2. Enter the password. If the DIP has a password, only this password allows to raise the
HMI to user level 2.

3. Check the level granted (according to the password) in the status bar.
8.3.2 Returning to level 0
The user may return to level 0 at any time.
To set the user level to 0:
1. Select Tools>Return to level 0.

2. Check the user level in the bottom bar.

The DIP can, optionally, have an embedded password.
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If you are already a level 2 user, the menu is:

You can also change the embedded password by using this menu option. Please note that
if you forget the embedded password, it may be reset only by returning the
motherboard (UT148) to the plant.
8.3.3 Disconnecting the HMI
1. Select Tools>Disconnect

2. The HMI is disconnected, the <DIP>, <History> menu disappears.

The following icons in the upper bar are grayed out and inaccessible:

Information is no longer displayed in the bottom status bar (only is visible).

8.3.4 Exit the HMI.
To exit the HMI:
Select Tools>Exit.
A confirmation messages appears.

Answer .
The HMI closes.
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8.4 <File> Menu

The <File> menu provides access to the configuration files.
This menu allows a new configuration to be created or a saved configuration file to be
opened.
4 types of file can be opened:

• *.rtf -> existing configuration file, this selection will open a window (see Figure 10 for
the window display).

• *.alarms -> alarm list file for consultation (see figure 27 for the window display)

• *.events -> event list file for consultation (see figure 26 for the window display)

• *.cnter -> counter statement for consultation ( see figure 28 for the window display)
The configuration of new unit or reconfiguration of an existing unit involves creating a
configuration file:

• Select File>New or File>Open,

• Select the DIP Single Tone version in the <Version selection> window after clicking
File>New.

• Modify the configuration displayed or create a new configuration,

• Save the changed configuration (File>Save).

Configuration creation is available regardless of PC/DIP connection status, and from level 0.
As this availability enables off-site creation and the preparation of configuration libraries, it
optimizes commissioning and maintenance operations.
The configuration of the unit can be modified by reading the configuration:

• Select DIP>Configuration.

• Modify the displayed configuration.

• Save the changed configuration (File>Save).

8.5 Creating a configuration File>New>
This menu allows a new configuration to be created on the basis of a default configuration.
This configuration can be modified, saved for later use (even at level 0), or sent to the unit
(level2).
1. Selecting the File>New menu opens the <Version selection> asking for the DIP version.

2. Select Single tone in the scroll-down window and click OK.

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Once the DIP version selected, a default configuration window opens.

FIGURE 8 – MAIN CONFIGURATION WINDOW

8.5.1 Description of the configuration window
The configuration parameters are divided in 5 tabs:

• General

• Sender

• Receiver

• Input/Output

• Alarms
This configuration window is used access to the following parameters:

• Number of commands

• Version (Normal / Enhanced)

• Comments

• HMI Speed

• Link test

• Logical address

• IRIG-B State

• Sender parameters

• Receiver parameters

• Input/Output parameters

• Alarms
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8.5.2 Configuration window toolbar

FIGURE 9 – TOOLBAR

Clicking the button opens a Synthesis Window displaying the DIP Configuration
parameters in text format:

FIGURE 10 – CONFIGURATION SYNTHESIS WINDOW

8.6 Configuring General Parameters
To configure the general parameters:
Open the <Configuration> window (see § 8.4).
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FIGURE 11 – CONFIGURATION – GENERAL TAB PAGE

8.6.1 Configuring the number of commands

Select the value matching the configuration by checking the corresponding button.
8.6.2 Configuring the version

Select the version:

• Normal: power available for a signal command cannot be modified in this mode, as it
depends on the number of commands. The total power available is distributed evenly
among the number of commands.

• Enhanced: the power available for a signal command is adjusted automatically,

according to the number of commands to be sent at a given time, and power
authorized on the medium. Indeed, all the power available for an command is
allocated according to variable conditions.
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8.6.3 Configuring IRIG-B

In case of IRIG-B module presence, check On.

Connect the GPS equipment to the P20 connector.
Synchronize the DIP date to the external source (one synchronization signal every 30
seconds).
8.6.4 Configuring HMI speed

Select the 600, 1200, 2400, 4800 or 9600 bps value by checking the corresponding button.
8.6.5 Configuring Logical Address
Range value 0 to 255.
8.6.6 Entering comments

Enter the Source Station, the Destination Station, and your comments in compliance with
the following rules:

• Source and destination stations: 20 characters maximum.

• Comments: 70 characters maximum.

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8.6.7 Configuring the link test

The Link Test feature is used to automatically and periodically check the transmission
medium between the sender and the receiver, by sending a message in a loop.
To schedule transmission test:
Select the test periodicity by checking the corresponding button:

• Daily: in this case enter the hour and minutes using the scroll-down window.

• Hourly: in this case enter the minutes using the scroll-down window.

8.6.8 Sending the general parameters configuration to the DIP equipment

When you have completed General Parameters configuration as described above:

Click the button. The following window opens:

The DIP resets.

Check the condition of the LEDs after reset. Please note that after each configuration
transfer to the DIP, the user is returned to password level 0. a password is then required to
return to level 2.
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8.7 Configuring Sender Parameters

To configure the Sender parameters:
Open the <Configuration> window (see § 8.4).
Click the Sender Tab. The following window opens:

FIGURE 12 – CONFIGURATION – SENDER TAB PAGE

8.7.1 Configuring the Guard source

Select the Guard source:

• Internal: the source is the DIP equipment.

• External: the source comes from an external unit (PLC or other).

Note: The Useful LF Band Guard parameter depends on the Guard Source
parameter. Therefore, the Guard Source parameter must be
configured first.
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8.7.2 Configuring the sender band used

The Bandwidth is a technical characteristic of the medium used corresponding to its signal
transmission capacity.
Depending on the characteristics of the medium, select the appropriate bandwidth via the
Bandwidth scroll-down window.
Possible values are:

• 300 - 2000
• 300 - 2400
• 300 - 3400
Select the Guard parameter in the appropriate scrolling menu.
The Guard parameter depends on the <Bandwidth> parameter:

• 3680 for the 300-3400 bandwidth

• 2600 for the 300-2400 bandwidth
• 2400 or 3680 for the 300-2000 bandwidth
8.7.3 Configuring sender transmission levels

The Transmission level corresponds to the signal power allocated to a Frequency and to
the Guard.
The value range is -30 dBm to 6 dBm, the display accuracy is 0,1 dBm.
To configure Transmission levels For Guard and Frequency 1 to 4:
Select, using the scrolling button, the Transmission level in compliance with the following
rule:
The difference between sending frequency transmission levels must not exceed 16 dBm. If
this rule is not applied, a warning message appears when attempting to save the
configuration file.

If this warning message appears, modify the transmission levels in consequence.

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8.7.4 Configuring Command transmission parameters

The transmission of an input command requires the following parameters to be configured:

• Holding Delay

• Mode pulsed or not

• Input Holding delay validation

• Protection scheme
8.7.4.1 Receiver holding delay configuration

Holding delay Parameter description

The Holding Delay parameter corresponds to the minimum transmission time of a validated
command. However, if the corresponding pulsed mode box is checked, this time is a
maximum, as shown above.
The transmission time is the maximum value between the Holding Delay and the input
signal command duration.
Example:
Holding delay: 100 ms.
A first input signal command duration is 5ms.
Holding delay 100 ms > Command duration 5 ms: The command will be transmitted during
100 ms.
A second input command duration is 120 ms.
Input signal command duration 120 ms > Holding delay 100 ms: The command will be
transmitted during 120 ms.
Parameter Values
Parameter values are in ms.
Range value 0 to 500 ms.
Procedure
For each command, select the Holding Delay by positioning the scrolling button.
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8.7.4.2 Configuring Sender Input Valid delay

Input Valid Delay Parameter description

At the receipt end the restitution of a command requires a processing time that varies
according to the chosen protection scheme. To be rebuilt an input command must be
transmitted during a time at least equal to the processing time.
The Input Holding Valid Delay corresponds to a threshold applied to an input signal
command duration conditioning the activation of the Input Holding Delay.

• Input signal commands whose duration is inferior to the Input Holding Valid Delay
are validated and transmitted without any prolongation.
Restitution at the receipt end of input commands sent in such condition is not
guaranteed because the transmission time may be less than the processing time
required by the Protection Scheme.

• Input signal commands whose duration is greater than the Holding Valid Delay, are
validated and transmitted for a minimum duration corresponding to the Holding Delay
parameter.
When the Holding Delay parameter is greater than the processing reception duration,
reception of input command sent in such condition is guaranteed to be lossless.
Parameter Values
Parameter values are in ms.
Range value 0 to 5 ms.
Example
E.g. holding delay 50ms, input validation delay 5ms:
1. Input signal command 3ms, duration less than the Holding Delay: the Holding delay is
not considered, the command is sent without prolongation.
2. Input command 6ms, command acquisition duration less than the Holding Delay
validation. The Holding delay is taken into account and the command is transmitted for
the Holding Delay: 50 ms.
3. Input command 60 ms: command acquisition duration more than the Holding Delay
validation parameter. Input command more than the Holding Delay. The command is
transmitted during 60 ms.
Procedure
For each command, select the Holding Delay validation by positioning the scrolling button.
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8.7.4.2.1 Configuring Sender Protection Schemes

Parameter Description
3 protection schemes are available: stage acceleration, locking and direct trigger.
Permissive tripping commands are always monitored by a protection relay. The circuit
breaker is tripped when receipt of the command coincides with operation of the protection
relay at the receiving end responding to a system fault. The intention of these schemes is to
speed up tripping for faults occurring within the protected zone.
Blocking commands are initiated by a protection element that detects faults external to the
protected zone. Detection of an external fault at the local end of a protected circuit results in
a blocking signal being transmitted to the remote end. At the remote end, receipt of the
blocking signal prevents the remote end protection operating if it had detected the external
fault. The risk of a spurious trip is higher.
Direct tripping: remote triggering signals sent directly to the main trigger relay. Reception of
the command triggers trips the circuit breaker. The method of communication must be
reliable and secure because any signal detected at the receiving end will cause a trip of the
circuit at that end.
Procedure
For each command select the protection scheme by selecting the value with the scroll down
window.
8.7.5 Sender Transmission parameter configuration procedure
Depending on user needs and of the characteristics of input signals applied to the DIP,
notably their duration, two procedures are available.
8.7.5.1 Procedure without Input Valid Delay
For each command
1. Using the scroll-down window select a protection scheme.
Option:
2. Using the scroll-down window select a Holding Delay.

3. Click the button.

4. Give a path for the saved file and name it.
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8.7.5.2 Procedure without Input Valid Delay

For each command
1. Using the scroll-down window select a protection scheme.
2. Select the valid input delay by positioning the scrolling button.

3. Click the button.

Note: The Holding Delay parameter is automatically set to a minimum value
compatible with the application scheme.
4. Give a path for the saved file and name it.
Holding delay, Holding delay validation, and protection schemes parameters are
dependent.
If the procedure indicated is not applied (e.g. Holding time selected before the protection
schemes), incompatibilities may occur.
In case of incompatibility when selecting the protection schemes, warning messages are
displayed.
More particularly, if the holding time is incompatible, a warning message is displayed:
In this case, the minimum value for holding time is adjusted automatically to a value
compatible with the protection scheme.
8.7.6 Sending the general parameters configuration to the DIP equipment
When you have completed Sender Parameters configuration as described above:

Click the button. The following window opens:

The DIP resets.

Check the condition of the LEDs after reset.
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8.8 Configuring Receiver Parameters

To configure the Receiver parameters:
Open the <Configuration> window (see § 8.4).
Click the Receiver Tab. The following window opens:

FIGURE 13 – CONFIGURATION – RECEIVER TAB PAGE

8.8.1 Configuring LF band

The Bandwidth is a technical characteristic of the medium used corresponding to its signal
transmission capacity.
Depending on the characteristics of the medium, select the appropriate bandwidth via the
Bandwidth scroll-down window.
Possible values are:

• 300-2000,
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• 300-2400,

• 300-3400.
The Guard parameter depends on the bandwidth. It is defined automatically according to the
Bandwidth parameter:

• 2100-2300 for the frequency 300-2000,

• 2400-2600 for the frequency 2400-2660,

• 3500-3800 for the frequency 300-3400.

8.8.2 Configuring Receiver Input Level

Guard Signal
This parameter defines the Guard Signal level.
Parameter values are in dBm.
Value Range -40 to 0 dBm.
Select the Guard Signal input level using the scrolling button.
Commands vs Guard gain
This parameter corresponds to the relative level between signal commands level and Guard
Signal.
Parameter values are in dB.
Two ranges of values are possible according to the version selected: Normal or Enhanced.
0 - 6 dB for the normal version,
0 - 16 dB for the enhanced version.
Select Commands vs Guard Gain using the scrolling button.
Note: The Receiver Input level can also be set from the Maintenance window, manually or
automatically (see § 8.12).
8.8.3 Configuring Receiver Protection Scheme

Parameter Description
Three protection values are possible: stage acceleration, locking and direct trigger.
For each command, select the Type using the scrolling window.
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8.8.4 Configuring the status of the output relay upon the alarm

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

Range value 0 to 500 ms by 1 ms steps.

For each command
Using the scroll-down window select the value for Holding Delay.
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8.8.6 Configuring unblocking parameters

Unblocking
Only command which type is Permissive tripping can be unblocked. Each command can be
unblocked, independently of the others.
For each command to unblock:
Check the appropriate box.
Unblocking threshold
Parameter values are in dB. The value range is -20 to -10 dB. Display accuracy is ± 0.1dB.
Select the unblocking threshold using the scrolling button.
Unblocking Delay
Parameter values are in ms. Range value 5 to 80 ms. Display accuracy is ± 0.1 ms.
Select the unblocking delay value using the scrolling button.
8.8.7 Sending Receiver Parameter Configuration
When you have completed Receiver Parameters configuration as described above:

Click the button, give a path for the configuration file and name it.

Click the button. The following window opens:

The DIP resets.

Check the correct status of LEDs after the reset and the absence of alarms.
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8.9 Configuring Input/output Parameters

To configure Input/Output parameters:
Open the <Configuration> window (see § 8.4).
Click the Input / Output tab. The following window opens:

FIGURE 14 – CONFIGURATION - INPUT/OUTPUT TAB PAGE

8.9.1 Configuring the I/O board

Select the I/O Boards parameter corresponding to your hardware configuration by checking
the corresponding box.
For 2 commands select 1 board.
For more than 2 commands, 1 or two boards can be selected.
Note: If two boards are selected, a Combinatorial Logic on Inputs part is
displayed.
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8.9.2 Configuring Input Filter Delay

Parameter Description
The Input Filter Delay parameter is a threshold applied to the input command signal. It is
used to exclude high noise-level signals which could be taken as input commands.
Signal commands with a duration less than the Input Filter Delay duration are not
transmitted.
Signal commands with a duration greater than the Input Filter Delay duration are validated
and transmitted. The propagation time of the command transmitted via the Input Filter Delay
increases of the Input Filter Delay.
Parameter value
Range 0 to 3 ms in 1 ms steps.
Procedure
For each command to which an input filter delay is to be applied:
Select the value using the scrolling button.
8.9.3 Configuring Combinatorial Logic on Inputs
This panel is only available having configured 4 commands/2 boards.

It is used to allocate commands with logical associations between input signals.

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For each command the possible choices are:

• IN1: The command is allocated to the input signal connected to the INT2 input (P10
connector)

• IN2: The command is allocated to the input signal connected to the IN2 input (P10
connector)

• IN1 or IN2: The command is allocated to the result of the OR operator applied to the
input signal connected on the IN1 input (P10 connector) and the IN2 input (P10
connector)

• IN1 and IN2: The command is allocated to the result of the AND operator applied to
the input signal connected to the IN1 input (P10 connector) and the IN2 input (P10
connector)
For command 2 same explanation replacing IN1 by IN3 and IN2 by IN4.
For command 3 same explanation replacing IN1 by IN5, IN2 by IN6 and P10 connector by
P12 connector.
For command 4 same explanation replacing IN1 by IN7, IN2 by IN8 and P10 connector by
P12 connector.
8.9.4 Sending Input/Output Configuration
When you have completed Input/Output Parameters configuration as described above:

Click the button, give a path for the configuration file and name it.

Click the button. The following window opens:

The DIP resets.

Check the status of LEDs after the reset and the absence of alarms.
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8.10 Configuring alarm parameters

To configure alarm parameters:
Open the <Configuration> window (see § 8.4).
Click the Alarms tab.

FIGURE 15 – CONFIGURATION – ALARMS TAB PAGE

8.10.1 Configuring Alarm on External Input

The External alarm input comes from an external unit (PLC or other).
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The external unit and the DIP must be interconnected with a special connection cable
supporting alarm wires.
Parameter values are in seconds. The value range is 0 to 2.5 s. The display accuracy is
± 0.1s.
To configure Alarm on External Input:
1. Check the Alarm on external input box,
2. Check the button for level Minor or Major button.
8.10.2 Configuring Input Duration Command Alarm
This alarm is set if the input command signal duration is more than the parameter value.
Parameter values are in seconds. The value range is 0.5 to 10 s. The display accuracy is
± 0.1s.
To configure Input Command Duration Alarm:
1. Check the Input Command Duration Alarm box,
2. Select the value using the scrolling button.
3. Select the alarm level, Minor or Major.
8.10.3 Configuring Loss of Signal Alarm

This alarm occurs if the Signal level, measured through internal digital filter, is under a
Threshold during a Delay.
Threshold
Defines the level under which an alarm is triggered.
Parameter values are in dBr. The value range is -16 to -6 dBr. The display accuracy is
± 0.1 dBr.
Delay
Defines the low level signal delay from which an alarm is triggered.
Parameter values are in seconds. The value range is 1 to 10 s. The display accuracy is
± 0.1s.
To configure the Signal Loss Alarm parameters:
1. Select the threshold level using the scrolling button.
2. Select the delay using the scrolling button.
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8.10.4 Configuring the Alarm outputs delay parameter

Alarm outputs delay:

Closing of the contact relay can be delayed. Possible values are:
0
2.5 s
5s
10 s
For each relay 1 and 2, a major alarm and a minor alarm are possible:
Select the delay by positioning the scrolling button.
8.10.5 Sending the alarms configuration
When you have completed the Alarms parameters configuration as described above:

Click the button, give a path for the configuration file and name it.

Click the button. The following window opens:

The DIP resets.

Check the correct status of LEDs after the reset and the absence of alarms.
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8.11 <Configuration> File Menu

FIGURE 16 – CONFIGURATION EXIT MENU

This menu allows configuration files to be edited, saved, sent and closed.
8.11.1 Editing a configuration file
The Edit menu is used to display a synthesis Parameter values window.
To edit a configuration file in the <Configuration> window:
Select File > Edit.

Click the button. The following window opens:

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8.11.2 Saving a configuration file

Save: this menu opens a standard Windowsdialog box allowing the displayed configuration
to be saved in a file.
To save a configuration file:
Select File>Save.
Give a path for the saved file and name it.
8.11.3 Sending a configuration file
Send: This menu, accessible from user level 2, is used to send the HMI displayed
configuration to the unit. After receiving the configuration file, the unit resets. When the unit
restarts, the sent configuration is taken into account.
A configuration window is opened in the HMI using the menus File > New > or File > Open
> or DIP > Configuration >.
Once modified, the configuration file can be sent to the unit using the menu File >Send or
the Send button.
To send a configuration file:

Select File > Send or click the button.

The following window opens:

The DIP resets.

Check the correct status of LEDs after the reset and the absence of alarms.
8.11.4 Closing a configuration file
Exit: This menu closes the configuration window.
To close a configuration window select File > Exit
Select File>Exit.
8.12 <DIP> Menu
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The <DIP> menu allows to display:

• Configuration

• Hardware configuration

• Maintenance

• Alarms snapshot

• Input/Output

• Versions

• Date Setup
The DIP menu also allows to launch the Reset command (user level 2).
8.12.1 Reading the configuration
To read the configuration parameters:
Select DIP>Configuration. A <Configuration> window opens:

When opening the <Configuration> window, the user can modify the configuration
parameters (see § 8.5 and next).
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8.12.2 Reading the hardware configuration

To read the hardware configuration:
Select DIP>Hardware Config.
The <Hardware> window opens:

FIGURE 17 – HARDWARE CONFIGURATION WINDOW

This window shows the hardware configuration. The units installed are accessible and the
appropriate box checked. Units not installed are grayed out and not legible.
8.12.3 Reading the versions
This menu allows to read the version of the EPLD and DSP firmware.
To read the version:
Select DIP>Versions.
The following window opens:

FIGURE 18 – VERSION WINDOW

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8.12.4 Instant alarm reading

To read the alarms statuses in Instant alarms:
Select DIP> Alarms Snapshot.

FIGURE 19 – INSTANT ALARMS WINDOW

8.12.5 Read input / output statuses
To read input / output statuses:
Select DIP>Input / Output.
The following Input / Output Statuses window opens:

FIGURE 20 – INPUT / OUTPUT WINDOW

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The Input / Output Statuses parameter represents the status of commands acquired and
rendered. Two statuses are possible: Active and Inactive.

− Inactive command = Inputs in black and Outputs in blue

− Active command = Inputs and Outputs in red

Example of active command:

A signal command is active on IN1, the matching input is red.

The signal is transmitted, Tx C1 in red,
The status of the R1 command restitution is active and red.
8.13 DIP>Maintenance menu
The DIP>Maintenance menu allows performing the following operations:

• Switch to maintenance or normal mode

• Unlockingline or relay

• Local loopback

• Forcing transmission, reception or an alarm

• Reset events or alarms (local)

To access the Maintenance menus:
Select DIP>Maintenance, the following window opens:
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FIGURE 21 – MAINTENANCE LEVELS

Only reading of the input level is accessible when accessing level 0 of the Maintenance
menu.
In this case, only the Level tab page is accessible.
Access to the user 2 level allows manual or automatic setting of the output level parameters.
An additional Forcing tab page provides access to the forcing and loopback functions. At
first, the user is in the ‘normal’ mode ; a level 2 user can switch to the ‘maintenance’ mode
and vice-versa via the ‘mode’ menu
8.13.1 Switching from the Maintenance mode to the Normal mode and vice-versa

FIGURE 22 – MAINTENANCE MENU

To switch from the Maintenance mode to the Normal mode:
Select Mode>Normal mode.
Only the Levels tab page is available.
To switch from the Normal mode to the Maintenance mode:
Select Mode>Maintenance.
In the Maintenance mode, the <Force/lock/Loop> tab page is available.
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8.13.2 Maintenance status bar

The Maintenance status bar displays the following elements:

• Line status (locked / unlocked)

• Relay status (locked / unlocked)

• Loopback status on / off.

FIGURE 23 – MAINTENANCE STATUS BAR

8.13.3 Reading the input levels measurement

This screen, accessible from the user level 0, allows reading the input levels in the graphic
form.
The digital values are also displayed in the upper part of the screen.
The value range is -45 to 15 dBr, nominal value for receiver alignment being 0 dBr. The
display accuracy is ± 0.1 dBr.

Click the button to display the values to be refreshed.

Click the Automatic refresh button to display the values to be refreshed regularly.
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8.13.4 Configuring the output levels setting

This screen, accessible from the user level 2, allows defining the DIP frequencies, as well as
the guard output levels.
The value range is -30 dBm to 6 dBm, the display accuracy is 0,1 dBm.
Procedure
For the guard frequency and command frequency 1 to 4:
Select the output level using the scrolling button.

Once the operation has been completed, click the button.

8.13.5 Configuring the reception level
8.13.5.1 Manually

This screen, accessible on level 2, allows to adjust the level of reception.

Guard frequency
The level of reception of guard frequencies is expressed directly in dBm.
This level can be set between -45 dBm and +15 dBm.
Display accuracy is ± 0.1dBm.
Command / Guard relative level
The Commands / Guard relative level is expressed in dB.
This level is adjustable between 0 and +6dB in the normal mode and between 0 and +16dB
in the enhanced mode.
Settings are made while considering the level of output and attenuation of the medium.
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Display accuracy is ± 0.1dBm.

Settings of the Guard and Commands / Guard relative level parameters are independent,
and must be sent separately.
Procedure
Select the Guard level of reception using the scrolling button.

Click the button.

Select the Commands / Guard relative level parameter using the scrolling button.

Click the button.

To save the settings after a reset, refer to § 8.12.5.3.

8.13.5.2 Align automatically

The button is accessible on the user 2 level.

This command launches receiver alignment.
This alignment is automatic and performed according to the reception level of the guard
frequency. At the end of the alignment, the reception level of the guard frequency changes.
To launch automatic alignment:

Click the button.

The following window opens, indicating that automatic alignment has started:

Once the alignment is complete, the following message is displayed:

Click the button.

To save the settings after a reset, refer to the next paragraph.
8.13.5.3 Saving the settings for output level and reception level
The settings of the output level and reception level (manual or automatic) are lost after a
reset.
Once the settings are complete, close the Maintenance window to maintain them:
A pop-up window opens:
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Answer.
A message appears, notifying that the DIP has been reset.
The settings are stored in flash memory, and remain active after the reset.
8.13.6 Maintenance - Forcing
This tab page is accessible on the user 2 level and in the Maintenance mode.
To access the Forcing / Blocking / Loopback window, open the Maintenance window (see
§ 8.12) and select the Force / Lock / Loop tab.

FIGURE 24 – MAINTENANCE - FORCING

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8.13.6.1 Configuring the Unlocking / Loopback parameters

Loop
In this mode, the transmission is looped back to reception even if access to the sending
medium is blocked.
Procedure
To activate / deactivate loopback: select Active / Inactive by clicking the appropriate button.

Unlock
The AF line and contact statuses are:

• Unlocked

• Locked
Unlock AF line: this status is used to connect the teleprotection transmitter to the
transmission line. This operating mode introduces the risk of untimely command
transmission, as the operator can simulate the acquisition of a command.
Lock AF line: this status is used to disconnect the teleprotection transmitter from the
transmission line. The operator can then simulate safely a command acquisition.
Contact Relay unlocking: when this status is activated, the status of the output relays
complies with the command conditions present in the reception line. This operating mode
introduces the risk of untimely command transmission, in case of loopback.
Contact Relay locking: when this status is activated, the status of the output relays are
forced to the idle status, regardless of the command conditions present in the reception line.
Procedure
To unblock a AF line:
Check the AF Line box.
To block a AF line:
Uncheck the AF Line box.
To unblock a relay:
Check the Relay box.
To block a relay:
Uncheck the Relay box.
When the Loopback and Locking parameters are configured:

Click the button.

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Check the condition for updating the settings in the bottom bar:

8.13.6.1.1 Forcing the transmitter

The HMI does not operate as a simulator. More particularly, forcing

triggers actual command transmissions and rendering.
Therefore, untimely use of these commands may have a severe
impact on the operation.
This screen is used to send frequencies corresponding to different statuses over unlocked
lines: standby, command or test message. To use this feature, the copy relays must be
unlocked at all times.
To force a frequency:
Check the appropriate box.

Click the button.

The forced frequency becomes red:

To interrupt forcing, click the button.

8.13.6.1.2 Forcing output relays
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This screen is used to force the status of command rendering relays on the local unit. The
command output relays will be activated only if the relays are unlocked. The copy relays
must be unlocked at all times.
To force an output relay:
Check the appropriate box.

Click the button.

The forced command becomes red:

To interrupt forcing, click the button.

8.13.6.2 Forcing PLC commands

Forcing Transmission Reception

When commands are sent to received via the PLC, transmission / reception of the other
signals can be blocked to ensure all power is available for these orders. Transmission and
reception signals are sent with the commands to activate the blocking feature.
Forcing PLC commands allows activating the transmission / reception blocking feature, to
check its operational status.
To check PLC Emission blocking:
Check the Active box under Transmission.

Click the button.

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Transmission is displayed in red:

Use a multimeter to check that the contact relay of terminals 3-10 of connector P18 is
closed.

To interrupt forcing, click the button.

To check PLC Reception blocking:
Check the Active box under Reception.

Click the button.

Reception is displayed in red:

Use a multimeter to check that the contact relay of terminal 5 of connector P18 is closed.

To interrupt forcing, click the button.

Active Inactive forcing
When a DIP becomes inactive, the relay of terminals 7-14 of connector P18 closes to inform
the PLC. Inactive forcing allows simulating the inactive status of the DIP.

To force the inactive status of the DIP:

Check the Inactive box

It is displayed in red:

Click the button.

Use a multimeter to check that the contact relay of terminals 5-12 of connector P18 is
closed.
IN command
This part allows to check the presence of an external alarm between terminals 6-13 of
connector P18.

In case of an external alarm, Active is displayed in yellow:

In case of lack of external alarm, Inactive is displayed in green: .
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8.13.6.3 Alarms forcing

To force the alarms:

Check the Minor or Major box, or both.

Click the button.

The other parts of the window are grayed out and inaccessible.
Check the alarm status LEDs.

To interrupt forcing, click the button.

8.14 Date setup
The DIP>Set date menu allows to read or define the date of the DIP.
To set the date, select DIP>Date Setup. The following window opens:

Set the date in the PC Time / Date section of the window.

Once the information related with the date have been entered,

click the button to copy the settings in the DIP section.

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Note: the date can also be displayed and set by clicking the button in
the upper tool bar.
8.15 Resetting the DIP
To reset the DIP from the DIP menu:
Select DIP>Reset.
A confirmation message is then displayed, in a pop-up window:

Answer .
The following window opens, indicating that resetting is in progress.

After restarting the DIP, check the status of LEDs and lack of alarms.
8.16 <History> Menu

There are two types of history:

• Non time-stamped (counters)

• Time-stamped by the internal clock (events / alarms)

The <History> menu allows to display the following information:

• Events log

• Alarms log

• Counters
The <History> also allows to clear events and alarms histories.
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WARNING: ONCE THE HISTORIES HAVE BEEN CLEARED, THE

INFORMATION CAN NO LONGER BE RETRIEVED
8.16.1 Events reading
To read events:
Select History>Events. The following message is displayed when loading events:

The Event window opens.

FIGURE 25 – EXAMPLE OF READ EVENTS LIST

The File menu is used to save and print events files (*.event), but also exit the events file:

The Save and Print buttons allow to save and print the files respectively.

The Refresh button refreshes the events list.

The File menu in the main window allows opening the events files (*.event):

The events time-stamped by the internal clock in a list limited to 1785 events. Once the
memory is full, any new event replaces the older event saved.
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8.16.2 Alarms reading

To read the alarms list:
Select History>Alarms. The following message is displayed when loading alarms:

The Alarms window opens.

FIGURE 26 – EXAMPLE OF READ ALARMS LIST

Alarms time-stamped by the internal clock are saved in a list limited to 1785 alarms. Once
the memory is full, any new alarm replaces the first alarm saved.
The File menu is used to save and print alarms files (*.alarms), but also exit the alarms file:

The Save and Print buttons allow to save and print the files respectively.
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The Refresh button refreshes the alarms list.

The File menu in the main window allows opening the alarms files (*.alarms):

8.16.3 Reading the local command counters

To read the local command counters:
Select History>Counters.
The following window opens:

FIGURE 27 – EXAMPLE OF READ OF COUNTER STATUS

The File menu is used to save and print counter files (*.cnter), but also exit the counter file:

The Save and Print buttons allow to save and print the counters respectively.
The File menu in the main window allows opening the counter files (*.cnter):

The memorization capacity of the counters is limited to 65535.

8.16.4 Deleting events
The Erase the events option allows deleting all events displayed in the list.
Note: This option fully deletes system events and its action cannot be
cancelled. To display the events at a later date, use the File>Save
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option to save a copy of the events list before using the

Erase>Events option.
To delete the events list currently displayed.
Select History>Erase >Erase events.

A confirmation window opens:

Answer .
Check that the events file is empty by selecting History>Events.
8.16.5 Deleting alarms
The Delete the alarms option allows deleting all alarms displayed in the list.
Note: This option fully deletes system alarms and its action cannot be
cancelled. To display the alarms at a later date, use the File>Save
option to save a copy of the alarms list before using the
Erase>Alarms option.
To delete the alarms list currently displayed:
Select History>Erase>Erase the events.

The following pop-up window opens:

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Answer .
Check that the alarms file is empty by selecting History>Alarms.
8.17 <Test> Menu

The link test allows checking the ability of the DIP link to sent and receive commands in the
bidirectional mode.
The automatic launching of the link test can also be planned daily or hourly (see § 8.5.7 for
settings).
Command processing overrides the link test.
To launch the link test:
Select Test>Link test.
In case of bad results, a DIP fault is declared.
8.18 <Factory> Menu
This menu offers a single choice

This menu disconnects the battery (the factory exit status).

8.19 <Help> Menu

This menu provides access to the help file and allows to read the software version of the
HMI.
Access to the help files
To access the User Manual, select Help>User Manual.
Reading the software version of the HMI
O read the software version of the HMI:
Select Help>About, the following window opens:
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HUMAN MACHINE
INTERFACE

PART 2: DIP ANALOG DUAL TONE

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 10
2. HOW TO READ THIS MANUAL 11
2.1 Information presentation 11
2.2 Example in a paragraph 11

3. OVERVIEW 12
3.1 Foreword 12
3.2 System Required 12
3.3 Installing the HMI 12
3.4 First use 12
3.5 Installing the documentation 13

4. USER LEVELS AND PASSWORDS 14

4.1 User level structure 14
4.2 Menus 14

5. DIP PASSWORD MANAGEMENT 15

5.1 Rules for Password Creation 15
5.2 Accessing the Password Manager Menus with the <Password> Menu 15
5.3 Modifying the Password Manager password with the Password Menu 16
5.4 Creating User Password with the <Create> Menu 17
5.5 Managing the Password listing with the Menu <List passwords> 17
5.6 Exiting the Password Manager 17

6. INTERFACE DESCRIPTION 18
6.1 Main screen 18
6.2 Header bar 18
6.3 Menu bar 19
6.4 Toolbar 19
6.5 Status bars 19
6.6 Work and dialog zone 20

7. FUNCTIONALITIES DESCRIPTION 21
7.1 <Tools> Menu 21
7.2 <File> Menu 21
7.3 <DIP> Menu 22
7.4 <History> Menu 22
7.5 <Test> Menu 22

8. OPERATING THE HMI DIP – DUAL TONE 23

8.1 Launching the HMI 23
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8.2 Logging into the DIP 23

8.3 <Tools> Menu 24
8.3.1 Entering a password 24
8.3.2 Returning to level 0 24
8.3.3 Disconnecting the HMI 25
8.3.4 Exit the HMI. 25
8.4 <File> Menu 25
8.5 General Configuration Procedure 26
8.6 Creating a configuration File> New 27
8.6.1 Description of the Configuration window 28
8.6.2 Configuration window toolbar 28
8.7 Configuring General Parameters 29
8.7.1 Configuring IRIG-B 29
8.7.2 Configuring HMI speed 29
8.7.3 Configuring Logical Address 29
8.7.4 Configuring on Link test failure 30
8.7.5 Limiting events 31
8.7.6 Entering comments 31
8.8 Configuring Sender Parameters 32
8.8.1 Configuring LF band 33
8.8.2 Configuring sender transmission levels 33
8.8.3 Configuring Command transmission parameters 34
8.8.4 Sender Transmission parameter configuration procedure 37
8.8.5 Sending the general parameters configuration to the DIP equipment 39
8.9 Configuring Receiver Parameters 39
8.9.1 Configuring LF band 40
8.9.2 Configuring Receiver Input Level 40
8.9.3 Configuring Receiver Protection Schemes 41
8.9.4 Configuring the status of the restitution relays upon the alarm. 41
8.9.5 Receiver holding delay configuration 41
8.9.6 Configuring unblocking parameters 42
8.9.7 Sending Receiver Parameter Configuration 42
8.10 Configuring Input/output Parameters 43
8.10.1 Configuring I/O Boards 44
8.10.2 Configuring Input Filter Delay 44
8.10.3 Configuring Combinatorial Logic on Inputs 45
8.10.4 Sending Input/Output Configuration 46
8.11 Configuring alarm parameters 46
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8.11.1 Configuring the Alarm on external input parameter 47

8.11.2 Configuring Input Duration Command Alarm 47
8.11.3 Configuring Alarm on Signal loss. 48
8.11.4 Configuring Noise Alarm 48
8.11.5 Configuring on Link test failure 49
8.11.6 Configuring the Locking alarm 49
8.11.7 Configuring alarm output delay 50
8.11.8 Sending the alarms configuration 50
8.12 File Configuration Menu 51
8.12.1 Editing a configuration file 51
8.12.2 Saving a configuration file 51
8.12.3 Sending a configuration file 52
8.12.4 Closing a configuration file 52
8.13 <DIP> Menu 52
8.13.1 Reading the configuration 53
8.13.2 Reading the hardware configuration 53
8.13.3 Reading the versions 54
8.13.4 Instant alarm reading 55
8.13.5 Read input / output statuses 55
8.14 DIP Maintenance Menus 56
8.14.1 Switch to Maintenance / Normal mode 57
8.14.2 Maintenance status bar 58
8.14.3 Reading the input level measurement 58
8.14.4 Configuring the output levels setting 59
8.14.5 Configuring the reception level 59
8.14.6 Align automatically 60
8.14.7 Saving level settings. 61
8.14.8 Configuring forcing and loopback 61
8.14.9 Unlocking feature 62
8.14.10 Configuring input/output loopback 63
8.14.11 Forcing the transmitter 63
8.14.12 Forcing output relays 64
8.14.13 Forcing PLC commands 64
8.14.14 Alarms forcing 65
8.15 Date setup 66
8.16 Resetting the DIP 66
8.17 <History> Menu 67
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8.17.1 Events reading 67

8.17.2 Alarms reading 69
8.17.3 Reading counters 70
8.17.4 Deleting events 71
8.17.5 Deleting alarms 72
8.18 <Test> Menu 73
8.19 <Factory> Menu 73
8.20 <Help> Menu 73
8.20.1 Access to the help files 73
8.20.2 Reading the software version of the HMI 74

LIST OF FIGURES

FIGURE 1 – MAIN SCREEN BEFORE PC/TELEPROTECTION CONNECTION 18

FIGURE 2 – EXAMPLE OF MAIN SCREEN AFTER PC/ DIP CONNECTION 18
FIGURE 3 – MENU BAR 19
FIGURE 4 – TOOLBAR 19
FIGURE 5 – STATUS BAR 19
FIGURE 6 – EXAMPLE OF DIALOG BOX WITH LIST DISPLAY 20
FIGURE 7 – TOOLS MENU 24
FIGURE 9 – VERSION SELECTION WINDOW 27
FIGURE 10 – CONFIGURATION – GENERAL TAB PAGE 27
FIGURE 11 – TOOLBAR 28
FIGURE 12 – CONFIGURATION SYNTHESIS WINDOW 28
FIGURE 13 – CONFIGURATION – SENDER TAB PAGE 32
FIGURE 14 – CONFIGURATION – RECEIVER TAB PAGE 39
FIGURE 15 – INPUT/OUTPUT TAB PAGE 43
FIGURE 16 – I/O BOARDS 44
FIGURE 17 – INPUT FILTER DELAY 44
FIGURE 18 – COMBINATORIAL LOGIC ON INPUTS 45
FIGURE 19 – CONFIGURATION – ALARMS TAB PAGE 46
FIGURE 20 – CONFIGURATION MENU 51
FIGURE 21 – HARDWARE CONFIGURATION WINDOW 54
FIGURE 22 – INPUT / OUTPUT WINDOW 55
FIGURE 23 – MAINTENANCE LEVELS 57
FIGURE 24 – MAINTENANCE – FORCING 61
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FIGURE 25 – HISTORY MENU 67

FIGURE 26 – EVENT WINDOW – DUAL TONE 68
FIGURE 27 – ALARMS WINDOW 69
FIGURE 28 – LOCAL COMMAND COUNTERS WINDOW 70
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MODIFICATIONS PAGE

VERSION DATE COMMENTS

A 24/01/2001 Original issue
B 23/08/2004 ALSTOM logo and addition of analog version
C11 12/07/2006 New features and additional technical explanations
D11 14/11/2007 New chapter. Task oriented writing. HMI chapter
separated in three sections: digital, Dual Tone analog
and dual tone analog
E11 11/02/2008 Minor corrections
A22 20/02/2009 Version 2.2
B22 01/06/2010 Minor corrections
A23 13/01/2011 Version 2.3
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GENERAL
This manual describes the Human-Machine interface of the DIP, i.e. the software application
which enables commissioning, operational use and maintenance of this unit.

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

NOTE: Windows and PC are registered trademarks.

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1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

BEFORE CARRYING OUT ANY WORK ON THE EQUIPMENT, THE USER

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

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

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

THE FRONT PANEL MOUNTED RJ45(1) SERIAL PORT IS AN EXTRA-

LOW VOLTAGE (ELV) CIRCUIT WHICH PROVIDES BASIC INSULATION
AGAINST ELECTRIC SHOCK. THIS PORT IS INTENDED TO BE USED
FOR MAINTENANCE PURPOSES, I.E. MONITORING AND
DOWNLOADING THE SOFTWARE.

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

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

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

2.2 Example in a paragraph
<HISTORY> MENU NAME BETWEEN <>
To clear events:
Select History>Erase >Erase events

A <Confirmation> window opens:

Answer to delete
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3. OVERVIEW
3.1 Foreword
As it is powerful and easy to use, the DIP Analog teleprotection HMI enables local:

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

− level adjustment without measuring apparatus,

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

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

− interactive and user-friendly maintenance,

− printing of unit parameters.

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

− 40 MB free space on the HD,

− 256 MB RAM.
IMPORTANT: HAVING SEVERAL TASKS RUNNING CONCURRENTLY (DESKTOP OR
OTHER TOOLS) MAY CAUSE PC-HMI TRANSMISSION FAULTS.
THEREFORE, ALL OTHER APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE CLOSED
BEFORE USING THIS HMI.
When the PC has no serial port, use a PCMCIA converter rather than a USB converter.
3.3 Installing the HMI
For safety purposes, we recommend installing the HMI from a copy of the disc supplied.
Installation:

− Insert the CD-ROM supplied in the drive.

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

− Follow the instructions.

3.4 First use
The language of use of the HMI must be configured the first use.
To launch the application, click the desktop icon “DIP HMI” icon or open the DIP group of
programs and select it.
The following window opens:
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Click OK to open a scrolling menu to select the language.

Select the language required

Click OK, to open the following window

Restart the application.

3.5 Installing the documentation
The user manuals may be accessible from the HMI. (refer to $7.7)

− Run the batch.exe file from the CD_ROM menu in the Documentation directory.

− Follow the instructions.

This procedure may also be used to update the documentation.
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4. USER LEVELS AND PASSWORDS

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

Level
Menus 0 2
File new x x
open x x
Tools Identification x x
Returning to level 0 x x
connect x x
disconnect x x
exit x x
DIP * configuration x x
hardware configuration x x
version x x
alarms snapshot x x
input/output x x
reset x
DIP / Date * read x x
write x
DIP / Maintenance * input level measure x x
output levels setting, adjustment receiving alignment x
and automatic alignment
switch to maintenance mode x
unlocking line (security) x
unlocking relay (security) x
local loop back x
transmitter forcing x
commands output forcing x
alarms forcing x

Test * link test x

History * event list x x

alarm list x x
counter list x x
clear event file x
clear alarm file x

Help x x

TABLE 1 – MENU ACCESSIBILITY ACCORDING TO USER LEVEL

* To access these menus, you need to be connected.
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5. DIP PASSWORD MANAGEMENT

The DIP Security Password Manager application, associated to the HMI application, is used
to create, modify, read and delete the passwords.
To launch the application, click the desktop icon “DIP Security” icon or open the DIP group of
programs and select it.
For security reasons, access to the Password Manager is password protected.
5.1 Rules for Password Creation
Passwords are case sensitive (Upper or lower) and include 1 to 15 characters to be
chosen exclusively from the following:
1. upper case (A to Z)
2. lower case (a to z)
3. numbers (0 to 9)
4. ! " # $ % & ' ( ) * + , - . / : ; < = > ? @ [ \ ] ^ _ ¨ { | } ~
5.2 Accessing the Password Manager Menus with the <Password> Menu
The <Password> menu enables you to access the Password manager menus: <Create>
and < List passwords >.
To access the Password Manager menus:
1. Launch the DIP Security application by clicking the desktop icon. The <DIP password
management > window opens:

2. Select Password > Input, the < Password Input> window opens:

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

4. Click the button.

The following window opens:
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The <Create> and <List Passwords> menus are available.

5.3 Modifying the Password Manager password with the Password Menu
The password Manager menu allows you to modify the password manager password.
Upon first use, use the DIP password (upper case). We recommend to then modify this
password.

1. Access the Manager menu (see § 5.2)

2. Select Password > Modify. The following window opens:

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

1. Click the button. The following window opens:

2. Confirm the new password by re-entering it.

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5.4 Creating User Password with the <Create> Menu

Several passwords may be created.
1. To create user passwords, select < Create password >.
The <Create password > window below opens:

2. Enter the new password in the < Input password > window, in compliance with the rules
for Password Creation (see § 5.1). Enter the password again in the field ‘Confirm
password’.

3. Click the button.

4. If required, you may enter other passwords to be defined in the <Enter password>
window.
5.5 Managing the Password listing with the Menu <List passwords>
To access the Password List, click the Menu <List Passwords> in the Password Manager

The list of passwords is displayed.

1. To Remove a password, select the password line in the list and click the
button. A confirmation message is then displayed, Answer yes.
5.6 Exiting the Password Manager
To exit the password manager and return to the WINDOWS environment select
Password>Exit.
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6. INTERFACE DESCRIPTION
The HMI has an integrated environment, using standard WINDOWS tools and processes.
As only the operating modes specific to the HMI will be mentioned in the following, it is
recommended that operators not familiar with WINDOWS refer to the user manual for this
environment.
6.1 Main screen
The main screen is composed of functional zones (see the following figures)

FIGURE 1 – MAIN SCREEN BEFORE PC/TELEPROTECTION CONNECTION

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

6.2 Header bar
The header bar displays the HMI name at the top part of the window.
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6.3 Menu bar

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

FIGURE 3 – MENU BAR

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

FIGURE 4 – TOOLBAR
6.5 Status bars
Depending on the user level and the type of operation in progress, status bars can appear
displaying the following information.
The bottom bar displays:
5. the connection status (HMI) (connect/disconnect icon)
6. the link address
7. the transmission speed of serial port (HMI connection)
8. the current operating mode (Operation/Maintenance)
9. any alarm present (clicking in this zone opens a window displaying the faults that
have triggered this alarm)
10. the user level granted (from 0 to 2 depending on the password)
11. a green led indicating the connection status (OK when flashing)
12. the DSP firmware version

FIGURE 5 – STATUS BAR

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6.6 Work and dialog zone

Most commands are also issued using dialogue boxes (see figure 6 below). Six standard
Windows tools are used:
13. optional button groups
14. tick boxes
15. command buttons
16. text boxes
17. lists
18. scroll bars

FIGURE 6 – EXAMPLE OF DIALOG BOX WITH LIST DISPLAY

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7. FUNCTIONALITIES DESCRIPTION
7.1 <Tools> Menu

Identification: this menu is used to open a window to enter the password and access the
corresponding user level. Access to the upper level is protected by password.
Back to level 0: this menu allows to return to level 0, the lowest level of privilege.
Disconnect: this menu disconnects the HMI from the DIP.
Exit: this menu closes the DIP HMI application.
7.2 <File> Menu

New: Creates a configuration file from a default configuration in a DIP version (Dual Tone or
Dual tone). When selected a pop-up window opens asking you to choose DIP version (Dual
Tone or Dual tone)

Open: Selecting this menu allows the following to be opened:

19. Events files (*.events),
20. Alarm files (*.alarms),
21. Counters files (*.cnter),
22. Config files: Configuration Files.
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7.3 <DIP> Menu

This menu enables you to read the following parameters on the local unit:
23. Configuration: Read and modify all configuration parameters,
24. Hardware configuration: Read hardware configuration parameters,
25. Maintenance: Used to launch measures, adjust levels and for forcing.
26. Alarms preview: provides a view of the current alarm status,
27. Inputs / Outputs: read input and output status.
28. Versions: read firmware versions.
29. Date Setup: read and write the date and time on the unit.
30. Reset: performs hardware and software resets on the unit.
7.4 <History> Menu

31. Events: read and display event list.

32. Alarms: read and display alarms list.
33. Counters: display the status of input/output commands counters. Counter Information
can be saved and printed.
34. Erase: via two sub menus <Erase Events> and <Erase Alarms>, allows event and
alarm logs to be deleted from the unit.
7.5 <Test> Menu
This menu enables you to perform a link test on the equipment.
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8. OPERATING THE HMI DIP – DUAL TONE

8.1 Launching the HMI
To launch the HMI, click:
Start>Programs>HMIDIP5K>HMIDIP5K>
or by clicking the Desktop HMIDIP5K shortcut.
Launching the DIP HMI allows to:

• log into a DIP

• create a configuration

• modify an existing configuration saved in the PC.

8.2 Logging into the DIP

To log in, click the Connect icon or open the <Tools> menu:

and select <Local connect> to open the <Login> window.

You can choose among the ports found automatically by the HMI or the favorites defined
beforehand. To create a new favorite, right-click the location where you wish to place the
favorite.
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8.3 <Tools> Menu

Once logged in, the <Tools> menu is used to:
35. grant a level to a user according to a password,
36. reset the user level to 0,
37. disconnect the HMI from the DIP,
38. exit the HMI.

FIGURE 7 – TOOLS MENU

8.3.1 Entering a password
When the HMI is opened without entering a password the level user granted is 0.
To access the higher level 2, the user must enter a password. For more details about user
level and password management see § 4. and § 5.
To enter a password:
1. Select Tools>Identification. The following window opens:

2. Enter the password. If the DIP has a password, only this password allows to raise the
HMI to user level 2.

3. Check the level granted (according to the password) in the status bar.
8.3.2 Returning to level 0
The user may return to level 0 at any time.
To set the user level to 0:
1. Select Tools>Return to level 0.

2. Check the user level in the bottom bar.

The DIP can, optionally, have an embedded password.
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If you are already a level 2 user, the menu is:

You can also change the embedded password by using this menu option. Please note that
if you forget the embedded password, it may be reset only by returning the
motherboard (UT148) to the plant.
8.3.3 Disconnecting the HMI
1. Select Tools>Disconnect

2. The HMI is disconnected, the <DIP>, <History> menu disappears.

The following icons in the upper bar are grayed out and inaccessible:

Information is no longer displayed in the bottom status bar (only is visible).

8.3.4 Exit the HMI.
To exit the HMI:
Select Tools>Exit.
A confirmation messages appears.

Answer .
The HMI closes.

8.4 <File> Menu

The <File> menu provides access to the configuration files.
This menu allows a new configuration to be created or a saved configuration file to be
opened.
4 types of file can be opened:
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• *.rtf -> existing configuration file, this selection will open a window (see Figure 9 –
configuration – general tab page for the window display).

• *.alarms -> alarm list file for consultation (see Figure 18 – configuration – alarms tab
page for the window display)

• *.events -> event list file for consultation

• *.counter -> counter statement for consultation

The configuration of new unit or reconfiguration of an existing unit involves creating a
configuration file:
Select File>New or File>Open,

• Select the DIP Dual Tone version in the <Version selection> window after clicking
File>New.

• Modify the configuration displayed or create a new configuration,

• Save the changed configuration (File>Save).

Configuration creation is available regardless of PC/DIP connection status, and from level 0.
As this availability enables off-site creation and the preparation of configuration libraries, it
optimizes commissioning and maintenance operations.
The configuration of the unit can be modified by reading the configuration:

• Select DIP>Configuration.

• Modify the displayed configuration.

• Save the changed configuration (File>Save).

8.5 General Configuration Procedure

The configuration of new unit or reconfiguration of an existing unit involves creating a
configuration file:

− Select File>New or File>Open.

− Select the DIP Dual Tone version in the <Version selection> window after clicking
File>New.

− Modify the configuration displayed or create a new configuration,

− Save the changed configuration (File>Save).

Configuration creation is available regardless of PC/DIP connection status, and from level 0.
As this availability enables off-site creation and the preparation of configuration libraries, it
optimizes commissioning and maintenance operations.
The configuration of the unit can be modified by reading the configuration:

− Select DIP>Configuration.

− Modify the displayed configuration.

− Save the changed configuration (File>Save).

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8.6 Creating a configuration File> New

This menu allows a new configuration to be created on the basis of a default configuration.
This configuration can be modified, saved for later use (even at level 0), or sent to the unit
(level2).
Selecting the File>New menu opens a pop up window asking for the DIP version. Select
Dual tone in the scroll-down window.
A warning message indicates the minimum version no. from which this type of configuration
is accepted, click YES.

FIGURE 8 – VERSION SELECTION WINDOW

After Selecting ‘Dual tone’ in the scroll-down window the <Configuration> window appears.

FIGURE 9 – CONFIGURATION – GENERAL TAB PAGE

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8.6.1 Description of the Configuration window

The configuration parameters are divided in 5 tabs:

− General

− Sender

− Receiver

− Input/Output

− Alarms
8.6.2 Configuration window toolbar

FIGURE 10 – TOOLBAR

Clicking the button opens a Synthesis Window displaying the DIP Configuration
parameters in text format:

FIGURE 11 – CONFIGURATION SYNTHESIS WINDOW

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8.7 Configuring General Parameters

8.7.1 Configuring IRIG-B

In case of IRIG-B module presence, check On.

Connect the GPS equipment to the P20 connector.
Synchronize the DIP date to the external source (one synchronization signal every
30 seconds).
8.7.2 Configuring HMI speed

It is the communication flow between the HMI and the DIP.

Select the 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600 or 19200 bps value by checking the corresponding
button.
The HMI will attempt to connect at the speed defined, in case of bad link, it will attempt to
connect at lower speeds.
8.7.3 Configuring Logical Address
Range value 0 to 255.
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8.7.4 Configuring on Link test failure

The Link Test feature is used to automatically and periodically check the transmission
medium between the sender and the receiver, by sending a message in a loop.
For Link testing, the frequencies combination F3 and F7, reserved exclusively for test
purpose, is used.

To schedule transmission test:

− Select the test periodicity by checking the corresponding button:

Daily: in this case enter the hour and minutes using the scroll-down window.

Hourly: in this case enter the minutes using the scroll-down window.

In case of failure of the link test, if no intervention of an operator is considered necessary,

the DIP stays in alarm until the next test. If the link is then restored, the equipment will be
standardized.
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8.7.5 Limiting events

Limits lists stored in the DIP to 255 events and 255 alarms instead of 1785 each.
This may be useful in case of remote access to a network to shorten the information
download time.

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

delete the lists of events and alarms already saved in the DIPs. A warning message appears
when checking or unchecking the limitation.

8.7.6 Entering comments

Enter the Source Station, the Destination Station, and your comments in compliance with
the following rules:

− Source and destination stations: 20 characters maximum.

− Comments: 70 characters maximum.

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8.8 Configuring Sender Parameters

To configure the Sender parameters:

− Open the <Configuration> window (see § 8.6).

− Click the Sender Tab page.

FIGURE 12 – CONFIGURATION – SENDER TAB PAGE

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8.8.1 Configuring LF band

The Bandwidth is a technical characteristic of the medium used corresponding to its signal
transmission capacity.

The useful band is the part of the medium bandwidth used to send signals.

Depending on the characteristics of the medium, select the appropriate bandwidth via the
Bandwidth scroll-down window.
Possible values are:

− 300-1900

− 400-2000

− 670-2260

− 850-2450

− 1040-2630

− 1220-2810

− 1400-3000

− 1590-3180

− 2000-3600
8.8.2 Configuring sender transmission levels

The Transmission levels correspond to the signal power allocated to different frequencies
composing the guard or a command.
The value range is -30 dBm to 6 dBm, the display accuracy is 0,1 dBm.
To configure the Guard transmission levels and Frequency 1 to 7, select, using the scrolling
button, the Transmission levels in compliance with the following rule:
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The difference between sending frequency transmission levels must not exceed 16 dBm. If
this rule is not applied, a warning message appears when attempting to save the
configuration file.

If this warning message appears, modify the transmission levels in consequence.

8.8.3 Configuring Command transmission parameters

The following parameters must be configured when transmitting an input command:

− Holding Delay

− Mode pulsed or not

− Holding delay validation

− Type of application (protection scheme).

8.8.3.1 Sender holding delay configuration
Holding delay Parameter description

The Holding Delay parameter corresponds to the minimum transmission time of a validated
command. However, if the corresponding pulsed mode box is checked, this time is a
maximum, as shown above.

− Box corresponding to the pulsed mode not checked:

In this case, the transmission time is the maximum value between the holding delay defined
and the input signal command duration.
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Example 1: Holding delay: 100 ms.

− The presence time of the first input signal command is 5ms.

As the 100 ms holding time exceeds the command time of 5 ms: The command will be
transmitted during 100 ms.

− The presence time of the second input signal command is 120 ms.
As the 120 ms command time exceeds the holding time of 100 ms: The command will be
transmitted during 120 ms.
Parameter Values
Parameter values are in ms.
Range value 0 to 500 ms.

− Box corresponding to the pulsed mode checked:

In this case, the transmission time is the minimum value between the holding delay defined
and the input signal command duration.
Example 2: Holding delay: 150 ms.

− The presence time of the third input signal command is 5ms.

As the 150 ms holding time exceeds the command time of 5 ms: The command will be
transmitted in 5 ms only.

− The presence time of the fourth input signal command is 200 ms.
As the 200 ms command time exceeds the Holding time of 150 ms: The command will be
transmitted during a pulsed time of 150 ms.
Parameter Values
Parameter values are in ms.
Range value 20 to 500 ms.
Procedure
For each command, select the Holding Delay by positioning the scrolling button.
NOTE: For more information on this parameter, refer to document PTC-
DIP5K-TS008
8.8.3.2 Configuring Sender input validation delay.
This configuration is particular to certain specific applications. It is the validation delay
parameter applicable to holding time activation. It does not apply when the pulsed mode box
is checked.

Valid Hold Time Parameter description

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At the receipt end the restitution of a command requires a processing time that varies
according to the chosen protection scheme. To be rebuilt an input command must be
transmitted during a time at least equal to the processing time.
The Holding Valid Delay corresponds to a threshold applied to an input signal command
duration conditioning the activation of the Holding Delay.
The commands present at the input for a time less than the Validation delay of the holding
time parameter are transmitted without considering the holding time programmed.
This means that a command which is too short will be transmitted but we accept that
restitution is not guaranteed as it is of a time shorter than the processing time required by the
application.
The commands present at the input whose duration is greater than the Holding Delay, are
validated and transmitted for a minimum duration corresponding to the Holding Delay
parameter.
When the Holding Delay parameter is greater than the processing reception duration,
reception of input command sent in such condition is guaranteed to be lossless.
Parameter Values
Parameter values are in ms.
Range value 0 to 5 ms.
Example
E.g. holding delay 50ms, input validation delay 5ms:
Command present at input for 3ms, a duration less than Holding Delay validation: the
<Holding delay> is not considered, the command is sent within 3 ms without prolongation.
Command present at input for 6 ms, a command acquisition duration exceeding that of the
Holding Delay validation parameter: The <Holding delay> is taken into account and the
command is transmitted for the Holding Delay: 50 ms.
Input command 60 ms: command acquisition duration more than the Holding Delay
validation parameter. Input command more than the Holding Delay. The command is
transmitted during 60 ms.
Procedure
For each command, select the Holding Delay validation by positioning the scrolling button.
NOTE: For more information on this parameter, refer to document PTC-
DIP5K-TS008
8.8.3.3 Configuring the type of application of the sender
This parameter depends on the protection schemes teleprotections will operate.

Parameter Description
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Permissive tripping commands are always monitored by a protection relay. The circuit
breaker is tripped when receipt of a teleprotection command coincides with operation of the
protection relay at the receiving end responding to a system fault. The intention of these
schemes is to speed up tripping for faults occurring within the protected zone.
Blocking commands are initiated by a protection element that detects faults external to the
protected zone. Detection of an external fault at the local end of a protected circuit results in
a blocking signal being transmitted to the remote end. At the remote end, receipt of the
blocking signal prevents the remote end protection operating if it had detected the external
fault. The risk of a spurious trip is higher.
Direct tripping: remote triggering signals sent directly to the main trigger relay. Reception of
the command triggers trips the circuit breaker. The method of communication must be
reliable and secure because any signal detected at the receiving end will cause a trip of the
circuit at that end.
Teleprotection includes two groups of protection classes, one standard and the other
secured. Secured versions are more reliable, but slower.
During configuration, only one or the other of these two groups can be chosen

Procedure
For each command, select the type of application by selecting the value with the scroll down
window.
When selecting parameters from two groups by error, an error message appears.

8.8.4 Sender Transmission parameter configuration procedure

Depending on user needs and of the characteristics of input signals applied to the DIP,
notably their duration, two procedures are available.
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8.8.4.1 Procedure without validation delay

For each command
1. Using the scroll-down window select a type of application.
Option:
2. Using the scroll-down window select a Holding Delay and check the Pulsed mode or
not.

3. Click the button.

4. Give a path for the saved file and name it.
8.8.4.2 Procedure without validation delay
For each command
1. Using the scroll-down window select a type of application.
2. Using the scroll-down window select the value for Holding Delay.

3. Click the button.

Note: The <Holding Delay> parameter is automatically set to a minimum
value compatible with the application scheme.
4. Give a path for the saved file and name it.
Holding delay, Holding delay validation, and Type of application parameters are
dependent.
If the procedure indicated is not applied (e.g. Holding time selected before the types of
application, incompatibilities may occur.
In case of incompatibility when selecting the protection schemes, warning messages are
displayed.
More particularly, if the holding time is incompatible, the following warning message is
displayed:

In this case, the minimum value for holding time is adjusted automatically to a value
compatible with the protection scheme.
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8.8.5 Sending the general parameters configuration to the DIP equipment

When you have completed Sender Parameters configuration as described above:

Click the button. The following window opens:

The DIP resets.

8.9 Configuring Receiver Parameters

FIGURE 13 – CONFIGURATION – RECEIVER TAB PAGE

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8.9.1 Configuring LF band

The Bandwidth is a technical characteristic of the medium used corresponding to its signal
transmission capacity.

The useful band is the part of the medium bandwidth used to send signals. This may be
different from the useful band chosen for the transmitter.
Depending on the characteristics of the medium, select the appropriate bandwidth via the
Bandwidth scroll-down window.
Possible values are:

− 300-1900

− 400-2000

− 670-2260

− 850-2450

− 1040-2630

− 1220-2810

− 1400-3000

− 1590-3180

− 2000-3600
8.9.2 Configuring Receiver Input Level

Guard Signal

This parameter defines the Guard Signal reception level.

Parameter values are in dBm.

Value Range -40 to 0 dBm.

Select the Guard Signal input level using the scrolling button.

Command / Guard relative frequency level.

This parameter corresponds to the relative level between command frequencies reception
level and Guard Signal. For example, it is used to compensate the effect of a boosting upon
a transmission by PLC.

Parameter values are in dB.

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Value Range -6 + 6 dB

Select Commands / Guard Gain using the scrolling button.

Note: The Receiver Input level can also be set from the Maintenance
window, manually or automatically.
8.9.3 Configuring Receiver Protection Schemes

Parameter Description
There are a six types of application, the principle is identical as when configuring the
transmitter. For more detail, refer to § 0 Configuring the types of transmitter application
When allocating a type of protection to commands, check that all types chosen belong to the
same group (standard or reinforced)
Procedure
For each command

− Select the Type in the scrolling window.

Note: Check that the type of protection selected belongs to the same range.
8.9.4 Configuring the status of the restitution relays upon the alarm.

Parameter Description
Inactive: the command restitution relay switches to inactive in case of alarm.
Former State : the restitution relay switch remains open or closed, even in case of alarm.
The alarm has no impact on the status of the switch.
For each command

− Select the Output relay status upon alarm parameter using the scrolling window.
8.9.5 Receiver holding delay configuration
This parameter defines the minimum holding delay of command reception switches.
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Range value 0 to 3000 ms by 1 ms steps.

Using the scroll-down window select the value for Holding Delay.
NOTE: For more information on this parameter, refer to document PTC-
DIP5K-TS008.
8.9.6 Configuring unblocking parameters

Unblocking
This function, commonly admitted under the name unblocking, is used to send a pulsed
command in case of loss or drop in guard signal reception.
Only command which type is Permissive tripping can be unblocked. Each command can be
unblocked, independently of the others.
For each command to unblock, check the corresponding box.

Unblocking threshold
It is the level of drop in guard signal reception from which the order is unblocked.
Parameter values are in dB. The value range is -20 to -10 dB. Display accuracy is ± 0.1dB.
Select the unblocking threshold using the scrolling button or enter the value of the
corresponding window.
Unblocking delay
It is the time during which the unblocking condition is present before it becomes effective.
Parameter values are in ms. Range value 5 to 100 ms. Display accuracy is ± 0.1 ms.
Select the unblocking threshold using the scrolling button or enter the value of the
corresponding window.
Command delay

Parameter values are in ms. Range value 30 to 500 ms. Display accuracy is ± 0.1 ms.
Select the unblocking threshold time using the scrolling button or enter the value of the
corresponding window.
8.9.7 Sending Receiver Parameter Configuration
When you have completed Receiver Parameters configuration as described above:

Click the button, give a path for the configuration file and name it.
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Click the button. The following window opens:

The DIP resets.

Check the correct status of LEDs after the reset and the absence of alarms.
8.10 Configuring Input/output Parameters
To configure Input/Output parameters:

− Open the <Configuration> window (see § 8.6).

FIGURE 14 – INPUT/OUTPUT TAB PAGE

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8.10.1 Configuring I/O Boards

An input-output board allows managing up to 4 commands. A second board provides access
to the Input combination logic menu.

FIGURE 15 – I/O BOARDS

Select the I/O Boards parameter corresponding to your hardware configuration by checking
the corresponding box.
8.10.2 Configuring Input Filter Delay

FIGURE 16 – INPUT FILTER DELAY

Parameter Description
The Input Filter on inputs is a threshold applied to the input command signal. In case of
disturbance, it allows to exclude a noise peak which may be considered as being a
command.
Commands with a duration less than the Input Filter Delay duration are not transmitted.
Commands with a duration more than the Input Filter Delay duration are validated and
transmitted.
Therefore, the propagation time of the transmitted command measured between the
appearance of the signal at the input and restitution will be increased by the delay of the
Input Filter parameter.
Parameter value
Range 0 to 100 ms in 1 ms steps.
Procedure
For each command to which an input filter delay is to be applied:
Select the value using the scrolling button or enter the parameter directly.
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8.10.3 Configuring Combinatorial Logic on Inputs

This panel is only available having configured 2 I/O boards.

FIGURE 17 – COMBINATORIAL LOGIC ON INPUTS

It is used to allocate commands with logical associations between input signals.
For each command the possible choices are:

− IN1: command 1 is allocated to the signal connected to the EN1 input (P10 connector)

− IN2: command 1 is allocated to the signal connected to the EN1 input (P10 connector)

− EN1 or EN2: command 1 is allocated to the result of the OR operator applied to the
signal connected on the EN1 input (P10 connector) and EN2 input (P10 connector) i.e.
command 1 will be transmitted upon a signal already present on the EN1 or EN2
inputs

− EN1 and EN2: command 1 is allocated to the result of the AND operator applied to
the input signal connected to the EN1 input (P10 connector) and EN2 input (P10
connector). i.e. command 1 will be transmitted upon signals already present on the
EN1 and EN2 inputs
For command 2 same explanation replacing EN1 by EN3 and EN2 by EN4.
For command 3 same explanation replacing EN1 by EN5, EN2 by EN6 and P10 connector
by P12 connector.
For command 4 same explanation replacing EN1 by EN7, EN2 by EN8 and P10 connector
by P12 connector.
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8.10.4 Sending Input/Output Configuration

When you have completed Input/Output Parameters configuration as described above:

Click the button, give a path for the configuration file and name it.

Click the button. The following window opens:

The DIP resets.

Check the status of LEDs after the reset and lack of alarms.
8.11 Configuring alarm parameters
To configure alarm parameters:
Open the Configuration window (see § 8.6).
Click the Alarms tab page.

FIGURE 18 – CONFIGURATION – ALARMS TAB PAGE

NOTE: A minor alarm indicates a problem but teleprotection continues
operating.
A major alarm blocks teleprotection.
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8.11.1 Configuring the Alarm on external input parameter

The External alarm input comes from the transmission equipment whose DIP is connected
(PLC or other). It allows to block teleprotection, after a time defined in this window, when the
transmission equipment is in alarm.

The transmission equipment and DIP must be interconnected with a special connection
cable supporting these alarm wires. The wiring is indicated in the installation manual.
Parameter values are in seconds. The value range is 0 to 2.5 s. The display accuracy is
± 0.1s.
To configure Alarm on External Input:

− Check the Alarm on external input box,

− Select the delay value using the scrolling button or enter it directly.

− Check the button for level Minor or Major button.

8.11.2 Configuring Input Duration Command Alarm

This alarm is set if the input command duration is more than the parameter value.
Parameter values are in seconds. The value range is 0.5 to 10 s. The display accuracy is
± 0.1s.

To configure Input Command Duration Alarm:

− Check the Input Command Duration Alarm box,

− Select the delay value using the scrolling button or enter it directly.

− Select the alarm level, Minor or Major.

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8.11.3 Configuring Alarm on Signal loss.

Alarm on Signal loss

This alarm occurs if the Signal reception level at the input of the receiver, and measured
through internal digital filter, is under the threshold during a Delay.
The reference level is that configured on § 8.9.2 Configuring the input level of the receiver.
The alarm is displayed in the Alarms preview window and the major alarm LED is lit
Threshold
Defines the relative level under which an alarm is triggered.
Parameter values are in dBr. The value range is -16 to -6 dBr. The display accuracy is
± 0.1 dBr.
Delay
Defines the low level signal delay from which an alarm is triggered.
Parameter values are in seconds. The value range is 1 to 10 s. The display accuracy is
± 0.1s.
To configure the Signal Loss Alarm parameters:

− Select the threshold level using the scrolling button or enter it directly.

− Select the delay using the scrolling button or enter it directly.

8.11.4 Configuring Noise Alarm

Noise alarm
This alarm occurs if the noise level, measured through internal digital filter, is above a
Threshold during a Delay.
The reference level is that configured on § 8.9.2 Configuring the input level of the receiver.
The alarm is displayed in the Alarms preview window and the major alarm LED is lit
Threshold
Defines the difference between noise measured and the reference level of the guard signal
at the input of the receiver. The alarm is triggered when this gap is less or equal to the
threshold.
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Parameter values are in dBr. The value range is -12 to -6 dBr. The display accuracy is
± 0.1 dBr.
Delay

Parameter values are in s. The value range is 1 to 10 s. Display accuracy is ± 0.1 s.

To configure Noise Alarm:
− Select the threshold level using the scrolling button or enter it directly.

− Select the delay using the scrolling button or enter it directly.

8.11.5 Configuring on Link test failure

The Link test can be periodical (Daily or Hourly) launched (for settings, see § 8.7.4
Configuring the link test).
A punctual link test can also be launched from the toolbar (Menu Test > Link Test).
In case of failed test, the latter may be repeated 3 times in a row. If the failure persists, an
alarm is triggered. An alarm status is displayed in the Alarm Snapshot window.
To configure this parameter, select the Minor or Major alarm level by checking the
corresponding box.
When a minor alarm has been defined, a new punctual test or the next programmed can be
performed. The alarm will be cleared or not, according to the result.
If a major alarm has been defined, the equipment will be blocked and an intervention
required.
8.11.6 Configuring the Locking alarm

This alarm is triggered when the transmission medium is highly disturbed and excessive
signals present at the input of the receiver over a given time may cause a risk for security or
reliability of the protection scheme.
If these conditions lasts for a time exceeding that defined by the user, the alarm is displayed
in the Alarms preview window and the major alarm LED is lit The equipment is blocked until
the medium is normalized.
Parameter values are expressed in s. The value range is 1 to 10 s.
To configure this parameter:
Check the Locking alarm box.
Select the parameter value using the scrolling button or enter it directly.
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8.11.7 Configuring alarm output delay

Alarm outputs delay:

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

− 0

− 2.5 s

− 5s

− 10 s
There are 4 relays, two are dedicated to major alarms and the other two to minor alarms.
Select the delay by positioning the scrolling button.
8.11.8 Sending the alarms configuration
When you have completed the Alarms parameters configuration as described above:

Click the button, give a path for the configuration file and name it.

Click the button. The following window opens:

The DIP resets.

Check the correct status of LEDs after the reset and the absence of alarms.
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8.12 File Configuration Menu

FIGURE 19 – CONFIGURATION MENU

This menu allows configuration files to be edited, saved, sent and closed.
8.12.1 Editing a configuration file
The Edit menu is used to display a synthesis Parameter values window.
To edit a configuration file in the Configuration window:
Select File > Edit.

Click the button. The following window opens:

8.12.2 Saving a configuration file

Save: this menu opens a standard Windowsdialog box allowing the displayed configuration
to be saved in a file.
To save a configuration file:
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Select File > Save.

Give a path for the saved file and name it.
8.12.3 Sending a configuration file
Send: This menu, accessible from user level 2, is used to send the HMI displayed
configuration to the unit. After receiving the configuration file, the unit resets. When the unit
restarts, the sent configuration is taken into account.
A configuration window is opened in the HMI using the menus File > New or File > Open or
DIP > Configuration.
Once modified, the configuration file can be sent to the unit using the menu File >Send or

the button.
To send a configuration file:

Select File > Send or click on the button.

The following window opens:

The DIP resets.

Check the correct status of LEDs after the reset and the absence of alarms.
8.12.4 Closing a configuration file
Exit: This menu closes the configuration window.
To close a configuration window select File > Exit
8.13 <DIP> Menu

The <DIP> menu allows to display:

− Configuration

− Hardware configuration

− Alarms snapshot

− Inputs / Outputs
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− Versions

− Date Setup
Refer to section 8.14 for more details.
The DIP menu allows to launch the commands:

− Reset.

− Save environment
8.13.1 Reading the configuration
To read the configuration parameters:
Select DIP> Configuration. The Configuration window opens:

When opening the Configuration window, the user can modify the configuration parameters
(see § 8.5 and next).
8.13.2 Reading the hardware configuration
To read the hardware configuration:
Select DIP> Hardware configuration.
The Hardware window opens:
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FIGURE 20 – HARDWARE CONFIGURATION WINDOW

This window shows the hardware configuration. The units installed are accessible and the
appropriate box checked. Units not installed are grayed out and not legible.
8.13.3 Reading the versions
This menu allows to read the version of the EPLD and DSP firmware.
To read the version:
Select DIP>Versions.
The following window opens:
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8.13.4 Instant alarm reading

To read the alarms statuses in Alarms preview:
Select DIP> Preview alarms.

Check the <Auto update> box to refresh the values regularly.

8.13.5 Read input / output statuses
To read input / output statuses:
Select DIP> Input / Output.
The following Input / Output Statuses window opens:

FIGURE 21 – INPUT / OUTPUT WINDOW

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The Input / Output Statuses parameter represents the status of commands acquired and
rendered. Two statuses are possible: <Active and Inactive>.

− Inactive command = Inputs in black and Outputs in blue

− Active command = Inputs and Outputs in red

Example of active command:

A signal command is active on EN1, the matching input is red.

The signal is transmitted, Tx C1 in red,
The status of the R1 command restitution is active and red.
8.14 DIP Maintenance Menus
The DIP>Maintenance menu allows performing the following operations:

− Switch to maintenance or normal mode

− Unblock line or relay

− Local loop back

− Forcing transmission, reception or an alarm

− Reset events or alarms (local or remote)

− To access the Maintenance menus:

− Select DIP>Maintenance, the following window opens (user 2 level):

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FIGURE 22 – MAINTENANCE LEVELS

The maintenance features available depend on the user level:

− User level 0: only reading the input level is accessible.

− User level 2: access to the output level, reception level, and Forcing / Loopback /
Blocking tab page is lost.
8.14.1 Switch to Maintenance / Normal mode

Switching to the maintenance mode is available from user 2 level.

To switch from the Maintenance mode to the Normal mode:
Select Mode>Normal mode.
In the normal mode, the <Level> tab page is available.
To switch from the Normal mode to the Maintenance mode:
Select Mode>Maintenance.
In the Maintenance mode, the <Forcing / Locking / Looping> tab page is available.
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8.14.2 Maintenance status bar

The Maintenance status bar displays the following elements:

− Line status (blocked / unblocked)

− Relay status (blocked / unblocked)

− Loopback status on / off.

8.14.3 Reading the input level measurement

This screen, accessible from the user level 0, allows reading the input level in the graphic
form.
The digital values are also displayed in the upper part of the screen.
The value range is -45 to 15 dBr, nominal value for receiver alignment being 0 dBr. The
display accuracy is ± 0.1 dBr.

Click the button to display the values to be refreshed.

Click the Automatic refresh button to display the values to be refreshed regularly.
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8.14.4 Configuring the output levels setting

This screen, accessible from the user level 2, allows defining the guard signal output levels
as well as those of the command frequencies.
The value range is -30 dBm to 6 dBm, the display accuracy is 0,1 dBm.
Procedure
For the guard frequency and frequency 1 to 7:
Select the output level using the scrolling button or enter it directly.

Once the operation has been completed, click the button.

Settings are active immediately, but will not be saved if the DIP is reset. For saving, refer to
§0
8.14.5 Configuring the reception level

This screen, accessible from user 2 level, allows to adjust the level of reception.
Guard frequency
The level of reception of guard frequencies is expressed directly in dBm.
This level can be set between -45 dBm and +15 dBm.
Display accuracy is ± 0.1dBm.
Command / Guard relative level
The Commands / Guard relative level is expressed in dB.
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This level is adjustable between 0 and +6dB in the normal mode and between 0 and +16dB
in the enhanced mode.
Settings are made while considering the level of output and attenuation of the medium.

Display accuracy is ± 0.1dBm.

Settings of the Guard and Commands / Guard relative level parameters are independent,
and must be sent separately.
Procedure
Select the output level using the Guard scrolling button or enter it directly.

Click the button.

Select the Command / Guard relative level scrolling button or enter it directly.

Click the button.

Settings are active immediately, but will not be saved if the DIP is reset. For saving, refer to
§0
8.14.6 Align automatically
This procedure allows automatic adjustment of the alignment level of the receiver in respect
of the guard signal received.

During the automatic setting procedure, check that the line and relays are properly
locked (see §8.14.2.). Indeed, if the unblocking function is programmed, an
unblocking error can be issued when the difference between the new setting and the
previous exceeds the threshold programmed. (see § 8.9.6)

To launch automatic alignment:

The button is accessible on the user 2 level.

The following window opens, indicating that automatic alignment has started:

Once the alignment is complete, the following message is displayed:

Click the button.

Settings are active immediately, but will not be saved if the DIP is reset. For saving, refer to
the next paragraph.
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8.14.7 Saving level settings.

The settings of the output level and reception level (manual or automatic) are active but lost
after a reset.
Once the settings are complete, close the Maintenance window to save them:
A pop-up window opens:

Answer .
A message appears, confirming that the DIP has been reset.
The settings are stored in flash memory, and remain active after a potential reset.
8.14.8 Configuring forcing and loopback
This tab page is accessible on the user 2 level and in the Maintenance mode.
To access the Forcing / Blocking / Loopback window, open the Maintenance window and
select the Forcing / Blocking / Loopback tab page.

FIGURE 23 – MAINTENANCE – FORCING

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8.14.9 Unlocking feature

This window is common to two features, unlocking and loopback ;

The AF line statuses and relays are:

− Unblocked

− Blocked
Unlock AF line: this status is used to connect the teleprotection transmitter to the
transmission line. This operating mode allows sending the commands issued in the
maintenance mode over the transmission link. During a maintenance operation, apply all
precautions, considering the risk of untimely command transmission commands, as the
operator can simulate the acquisition of a command.
Lock AF line: this status is used to disconnect the teleprotection transmitter from the
transmission line. No maintenance operation will be transmitted online. The operator can
then simulate safely a command acquisition.
Relay unlocking: when this status is activated, the output of the relays complies with the
command conditions present in the reception line. Take all precautions required during
maintenance operations, as this operating mode introduces the risk of untimely command
reception in case of simulation of command restitution by the operator.
Relay locking: when this status is activated, the status of the output relays are forced to the
inactive status, regardless of the command conditions present in the reception line.
Procedure
To unlock Line AF:
Check the Line AF box
To lock Line AF
Un –Check the line AF box
To unlock Contact Relay
Check the Contact Relay box
To lock Contact relay
Un –Check the Contact Relay box
Once the Loop and Unlock parameters are configured:

Click the button,

Check the update status of your settings in the bottom bar:
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8.14.10 Configuring input/output loopback

Loopback
In this mode, the transmission is looped back to reception even if access to the sending
medium is blocked.
Procedure
To activate loopback:
Select Active by checking the appropriate box.
To deactivate the loopback:
Select Inactive by checking the appropriate box.

Click the button.

Check the condition for updating the settings in the bottom bar:
8.14.11 Forcing the transmitter

Freq 8 corresponds to the guard frequency, Freq 1 to Freq 7 are used to code the
commands.
As two frequencies are required to code commands, and the frequencies being forced
separately, there is no risk of sending a command by frequency forcing.
This screen is used to send frequencies corresponding to different statuses over unblocked
lines: inactivity, command or test message. To use this feature, the copy relays must be
unblocked at all times.
To force a frequency:
Check the appropriate box.

Click the button.

The forced frequency becomes red:

To interrupt forcing, click the button.

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8.14.12 Forcing output relays

This screen is used to force the status of command rendering relays on the local unit. The
command output relays will be activated only if the relays are unblocked. The copy relays
must be unblocked at all times.
To force an output relay:
Check the appropriate box.

Click the button.

The forced command becomes red:

To interrupt forcing, click the button.

8.14.13 Forcing PLC commands

Forcing Transmission Reception

When commands are sent or received via the PLC, transmission / reception of the other
signals (telephony, data) can be blocked to ensure all power is available for these orders.
Transmission and reception signals are sent with the commands to activate the blocking
feature.
Forcing PLC commands allows activating the transmission / reception blocking feature, to
check its operational status.

− Check PLC transmission blocking (BLE feature):

Check the Active box under Transmission.
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Click the button.

The active box turns red

Use a multimeter to check that the contact relay is activated, the contact between the
terminals 3 and 10 of connector P18 is closed.

To interrupt forcing, click the button.

− Check PLC transmission blocking (BLR feature):

Check the Active box under Reception.

Click the button.

The active box turns red:

Use a multimeter to check that the contact relay of terminals 5-12 of connector P18 is
closed.

To interrupt forcing, click the button.

− Active Inactive forcing

When a DIP becomes inactive (supply failure, major alarm), the relay of terminals 7-14 of
connector P18 (presence circuit) closes to inform the PLC. Inactive forcing allows simulating
the absence of the DIP.
To force the inactive status of the DIP:
Check the Inactive box

The Inactive box turns red:

Click the button.

Use a multimeter to check that the contact relay of terminals 7-14 of connector P18 is
closed.

− EXT command
This part allows to check the presence of an external alarm between terminals 6-13 of
connector P18. This contact allows the DIP to be informed of the presence of the equipment
it is connected to (e.g. PLC)

In case of an external alarm, Active is displayed in yellow:

In case of lack of external alarm, Inactive is displayed in green: .

8.14.14 Alarms forcing

This function allows forcing the contacts of the major and minor alarms
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To force the alarms:

Check the Minor or Major box, or both.

Click the button.

The other parts of the window are grayed out and inaccessible.
Check the alarms status LEDs, check that the switches of corresponding alarms on
connector P16 are closed.

To interrupt forcing, click the button.

8.15 Date setup

Set the date in the PC Time / Date section of the window.

By default, the PC parameters are proposed. For other choices, enter the information related
with the date and time required,

Click the button to copy the settings in the DIP section.

Note: The date can also be displayed and set by clicking the button in
the upper tool bar.
8.16 Resetting the DIP
To reset the DIP from the DIP menu:
Select DIP> Reset.
A confirmation message is then displayed, in a scroll down window:
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Answer .
The following window opens, indicating that resetting is in progress.

After restarting the DIP, check the status of LEDs and lack of alarms.
8.17 <History> Menu

FIGURE 24 – HISTORY MENU

There are two types of history:

− Non time-stamped (counters)

− Time-stamped by the internal clock (events / alarms)

The <History> menu allows to display the following information:

− Events files

− Alarms files

− Counters
The <History> also allows to clear events and alarms histories.
CAUTION: ONCE THE HISTORIES HAVE BEEN CLEARED, THE INFORMATION
CAN NO LONGER BE RETRIEVED
8.17.1 Events reading
To read events:
Select History>Events. The following message is displayed in a pop-up window when
loading events:
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Note: Events reading is also possible by clicking the button in the

upper tool bar.
The memory has a capacity of 1785 events, it may be limited to 255 per configuration (see §
8.7.5 Limiting events)

FIGURE 25 – EVENT WINDOW – DUAL TONE

The File menu is used to save and print events files (*.event), but also exit the events file:

The Save and Print buttons allow to save and print the files respectively.

The Refresh button refreshes the events list.

The File menu in the main window allows opening the events files (*.event):
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The events time-stamped by the internal clock are saved in a list limited to 1785 events.
Once the memory is full, any new event replaces the older event saved.
8.17.2 Alarms reading
To read the alarms:
Select History>Alarms. The following message is displayed in a pop-up window when
loading alarms:

Note: Alarms reading is also possible by clicking the button in the

upper tool bar.

FIGURE 26 – ALARMS WINDOW

The File menu is used to save and print alarms files (*.alarm), but also exit the alarms file:
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The Save and Print buttons allow to save and print the files respectively.

The Refresh button refreshes the alarms list.

The File menu in the main window allows the alarms files (*.alarm):

The alarms time-stamped by the internal clock are saved in a list limited to 1785 events.
Once the memory is full, any new alarm replaces the first alarm saved.
8.17.3 Reading counters
To read information of the counters, select History > Counters. The following screen opens.

FIGURE 27 – LOCAL COMMAND COUNTERS WINDOW

The File menu is used to save and print counter files (*.cnter), but also exit the counter file:

The Save and Print and refresh buttons allow to save, print or update the
files respectively.
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The File menu in the main window allows opening the counter files (*.cnter):

The memorization capacity of the counters is limited to 65535.

8.17.4 Deleting events
The Delete the events option allows deleting all events displayed in the list.
Note: This option fully deletes system events and its action cannot be
cancelled. To display the events at a later date, use the File>Save
option to save a copy of the events list before using the
Delete>Events option.
To delete the events list currently displayed.
Select History>Delete >Delete events.

A confirmation window opens:

Answer .
Check that the events file is empty by selecting History>Events.
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8.17.5 Deleting alarms

The Delete the alarms option allows deleting all alarms displayed in the list.
Note: This option fully deletes system alarms and its action cannot be
cancelled. To display the alarms at a later date, use the File>Save
option to save a copy of the alarms list before using the
Delete>Alarms option.
To delete the alarms list currently displayed:
Select History>Delete >Delete alarms.

A confirmation window opens:

Answer .
Check that the alarms file is empty by selecting History>Alarms.
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8.18 <Test> Menu

The link test allows checking the ability of the DIP link to sent and receive commands in the
bidirectional mode.
The automatic launching of the link test can also be planned daily or hourly (see § 8.5.7 for
settings).
Command processing overrides the link test.
To launch the link test:
Select Test>Link test.
In case of bad results after 3 tests, a DIP fault is declared.
A minor or major alarm is defined, according to the alarm configuration (refer to § ).
When the alarm is defined as minor, the next link test, automatic or not, normalizes or
maintains the alarm.
8.19 <Factory> Menu
This menu offers a single choice

This menu disconnects the battery (the factory exit status). The latter is restarted
automatically once the date set. (see § 0)
8.20 <Help> Menu

This menu provides access to the help documentation and allows to read the software
version of the HMI.
8.20.1 Access to the help files
To access the User Manual, select Help>User Manual.
Click the manual chosen, the corresponding pdf document opens.
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8.20.2 Reading the software version of the HMI

To read the software version of the HMI:
Select Help>About, the following window opens: