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Filtering and preparation of the measured quantities
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Continuous monitoring of the measured quantities
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Monitoring of the pickup conditions for the individual protective functions
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Interrogation of limit values and sequences in time
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Control of signals for the logic functions
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Output of control commands for switching devices
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Recording of messages, fault data and fault values for analysis
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Management of the operating system and the associated functions such as data recording, real-time
clock, communication, interfaces, etc.
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The information is distributed via output amplifiers (OA).
Binary Inputs and Outputs
The computer system obtains external information through the binary input/output boards (inputs and
outputs). The computer system obtains information from the system (e.g remote resetting) or from external
equipment (e.g. blocking commands). These outputs include, in particular, trip commands to circuit breakers
and signals for the remote indication of important events and conditions.
Front Panel
Information such as messages related to events, states, measured values and the functional status of the
device are visualized by light-emitting diodes (LEDs) and a display screen (LCD) on the front panel.
Integrated control and numeric keys in conjunction with the LCD enable interaction with the remote device.
These elements can be used to access the device for information such as configuration and setting parame-
ters. Similarly, setting parameters can be accessed and changed if needed.
In addition, control of circuit breakers and other equipment is possible from the front panel of the device.
Interfaces
Communication with a PC can be implemented via the USB DIGSI interface using the DIGSI software, allowing
all device functions to be easily executed.
Communication with a PC is also possible via port A (Ethernet interface) and port B (System/Service interface)
using DIGSI.
In addition to the device communication via DIGSI, port B can also be used to transmit all device data to a
central evaluator or a control center. This interface may be provided with various protocols and physical trans-
mission schemes to suit the particular application.
Power Supply
A power supply unit (Vaux or PS) delivers power to the functional units using the different voltage levels.
Voltage dips may occur if the voltage supply system (substation battery) becomes short-circuited. Usually,
they are bridged by a capacitor (see also Technical Data).
A buffer battery is located under the flap at the lower end of the front cover.
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