ABB REL 356 Instruction Booklet

ABB REL 356 Instruction Booklet

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9/19/02
1) This document has additional data to those at Page 1-6:
1.1) Below 56/64kbps Digital Communication, it is added:
"The maximum channel delay time for correct operation of REL356 is 24 milliseconds for relays
with Catalogue # MC _ _ _ _ (D,H,E,M,L)_ _ _."
1.2) Below 9600bps Audio Tone Communication Interface, it is added:
"The maximum channel delay time for correct operation of the REL356 is 24 milliseconds for
relays with Catalogue # MC _ _ _ _ (T,B)_ _ _ and 15 milliseconds for relays with Catalogue # MC_
_ _ _ (A,B)_ _ _."
2) Addition to page xi under REL356 Revision History:
Version 1.31
"This version includes the following changes from V 1.21:
The addition of a settable timer (by setting) for the channel alarm contact,
New setting parameter: CHAT = 0.0-10.0 sec, step 0.1 sec,
The addition of a selectable (by setting) Transfer Trip Alarm contact,
New setting parameter GSAL = GS/TTRP,
New Voltage Transformer ratio setting. The setting range for VTR 300 - 7000 has been
changed to 200 – 7000".
3) Correction at page 5-7:
"Test Conditions: Case 2 – C0=0, C1=0.1, C2=0.7, OTH=0.50 (OTH=0.70 for V1.15 or lower) should
be changed with Test Conditions: Case 2 – C0=1, C1=0.1, C2=0.7, OTH=0.50 (OTH=0.70 for V1.15
or lower)"
4) Correction at page 5-9:
Figure below Dual Unit Back to Back Test – Internal faults:
"TB6-6, TB6-6, TB6-8, TB6-8, TB6-10, TB6-10 should be changed with TB6-5, TB6-6, TB6-7, TB6-8,
TB6-9, TB6-10".
ABB
REL356 Addendum to IB 40-226 (Dated January 2001)
(08/29/02)

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  • Page 1 9/19/02 REL356 Addendum to IB 40-226 (Dated January 2001) 1) This document has additional data to those at Page 1-6: 1.1) Below 56/64kbps Digital Communication, it is added: “The maximum channel delay time for correct operation of REL356 is 24 milliseconds for relays with Catalogue # MC _ _ _ _ (D,H,E,M,L)_ _ _.”...
  • Page 2 ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection Instruction Booklet REL356 January 2001 (IB 40-226) This Instruction Book is applicable to the REL 356 Versions 1.21 and all previous versions. ABB Automation Inc. Substation Automation and Protection Division 7036 Snowdrift Road Allentown, PA 18106...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    56/64 kbps Digital Communication ......................1-6 Optional Computer/Network Interface ....................... 1-7 Chassis Dimensions and Weight ......................1-7 Environmental Data ..........................1-7 CT Requirements for REL 356 Current Differential Protection ................. 1-7 Catalog Information ............................1-9 Section 2 Installation, Operation and Maintenance Introduction ..............................
  • Page 4 Unique Remote Communication (WRELCOM) Program .................. 2-6 Separating the Inner and Outer Chassis ......................2-7 Test Plugs and FT-14 Switches ........................2-7 External Wiring ............................... 2-7 REL 356 Front Panel Display .......................... 2-8 Vacuum Fluorescent Display .......................... 2-8 Indicators ............................... 2-8 Key Switches ..............................2-8 Front Panel Operation .............................
  • Page 5 ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection Reclose Block Enable (RBEN) ......................... 3-6 Stub/Open Breaker Timer (SOBT) ......................3-6 Open Breaker (OPBR) ..........................3-6 Very Low Set Phase Current Unit (IE) ...................... 3-7 Low Set Phase Unit (IPL) ......................... 3-7 High Set Phase Overcurrent Unit (IPH) ....................3-7 Low Set Ground Unit (IGL) ........................
  • Page 6 ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection Outer Blinder (RU) ..........................3-16 Out of Step Detection Timer (OST1) ...................... 3-16 Out of Step Trip Way In Timer (OST2) ....................3-16 Out of Step Trip Way Out Timer (OST3) ....................3-16 Out of Step Trip Override Timer (OSOT) ....................3-17 Remote Setting and Time Settings .......................
  • Page 7 ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection Receiver Level Signal Detector (RLSD) - Audiotone version only ............3-29 Fault Locator and Distance System Common Settings ................. 3-29 Ohms Per Unit Distance (XPUD) ......................3-29 Distance Unit Type (DTYP) ........................3-29 Positive Sequence Impedance Angle (PANG) ..................3-29 Zero Sequence Impedance Angle (GANG) .....................
  • Page 8 ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection Change Detector Supervision ........................4-5 Open Breaker Function ..........................4-5 Stub Bus Trip ............................4-5 Weak Feed Trip ............................4-6 Reclose Initiate Logic ..........................4-6 High Set Overcurrent Elements ........................ 4-6 Fault Locator ............................4-7 Faulted Phase Selector ..........................
  • Page 9 Fault Record Data Definitions ......................... 6-4 Analog Signals ............................6-4 Digital Signals ............................6-5 Section 7 Glossary Section 8 Application Notes Line Sectionalizing Using a PLC and ABB Protective Relays Modem Communications to ABB Relays Table of Contents Page viii...
  • Page 10: Guide To Figures

    Installation, Operation and Maintenance Figure 2-1 Backplane ............................. 2-2 Figure 2-2 RS232/PONI Communication Interface Device ................2-14 Figure 2-3 Layout of REL 356 Modules Within Inner and Outer Chassis ............2-20 Figure 2-4 Block Diagram of REL 356 Relay ....................2-21 Section 3...
  • Page 11: Guide To Tables

    ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection Guide to Tables Section 2 Installation, Operation and Maintenance Table 2-1 Test Mode Functions ........................2-10 Table 2-2 Binary-to-Hexidecimal Conversion ....................2-11 Table 2-3 Monitoring Functions ........................2-15 Table 2-4 Target (Fault Data) Information ....................2-16...
  • Page 12: Introduction

    Communication inter- faces for 9600 bps audiotone or 64 kbps direct digital or fiber optic are available. The REL 356 protection system also provides digital fault recording, fault locating and extensive target records.
  • Page 13 ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection Version 1.12 (03/23/99) Same as v 1.11 and v 1.10 except · Change of communication error display to FEPH (frame errors per hour). · Added CDT, change detector supervision, of pilot trip. · Added a 60 seconds trip limiting timer to prevent accidental overheating for standing relay trip.
  • Page 14: Product Overview And Specifications

    The REL 356 is a high speed relaying system and is suitable for application to any voltage level. Its principle of operation makes it ideal for short lines and tapped lines with a power transformer, where traditional distance protection are not practical.
  • Page 15: Standard Features

    64 digital channels · 12 samples per cycle · Local HMI interface · 19” rack mounting Communication Channel Options REL 356 is available with eight different communication interfaces: · 9600 bps audiotone · British Telecom audiotone · 56/64 kbps direct digital ·...
  • Page 16: Optional Features

    · Modbus PONI Platform Overview The REL 356 relay assembly consists of an outer-chassis and an inner-chassis which slides into the outer-chassis. The REL 356 conforms to the following dimensions and weight: · Height 7” (requires 4 rack units @ 1.75” each); 177 mm ·...
  • Page 17: Rel 356 Modules

    ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection All of the relay circuitry, with the exception of the input isolation transformers and first-line surge protection, are mounted on the inner chassis, to which the front panel is attached. The outer chassis has a backplate, which is a receptacle for all external connections, including the digital communication interface.
  • Page 18: Specifications

    ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection Specifications Ratings Nominal ac voltage at 60 Hz 69.3 V rms Nominal ac current (In) 1 or 5 A rms Rated frequency 50 or 60 Hz Maximum permissible ac voltage Continuous 160 V rms (limited by maximum input to A/D converter)
  • Page 19: Binary (Voltage) Input Circuits

    ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection Binary (Voltage) Input Circuits Jumper selectable 48, 125 or 250 Vdc Drop-out threshold 9600 bps Audio Tone Communication Interface Operating speed 9600 bps Standards compliance ITU V.29 Carrier frequency 1,700 Hz Modulation QAM – Quadrature Amplitude Modulation Transmit level - 1 dBm to –...
  • Page 20: Optional Computer/Network Interface

    ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection Optional Computer/Network Interface · RS232C PONI for single point computer communications · RS232C PONI with IRIG-B for modulated/de-modulated IRIG-B time synchronization · Modbus PONI for DNP 3.0 network communications (requires an external MIPC card) ·...
  • Page 21 The above example illustrates the high security of the REL 356 relay. It is difficult to derive an exact mathematical formula due to the complexity in mathematically describing CT saturation as a factor of fault current and system dc component.
  • Page 22: Catalog Information

    ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection Catalog Information Typical catalog number Options Cat. Output contacts 6 trip, 6 BFI, 4 RI, 2 RB 2 trip, 2 BFI, 4 RI, 2 RB Current Rating Battery Voltage Single supply 48/60 Vdc 110/125 Vdc...
  • Page 23 ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection 1-10 Product Overview and Specifications...
  • Page 24: Installation, Operation And Maintenance

    • Circuit – a complete function on a printed circuit board (e.g., analog-to-digital conversion) • The REL 356 relay assembly consists of an outer-chassis and an inner-chassis which slides into the outer- chassis. The REL 356 conforms to the following dimensions and weight: •...
  • Page 25: Backplane Module

    Interconnect Module The Interconnect module becomes the floor of the REL 356 inner chassis; it provides electrical connections from and to all other modules: from the Backplane (at the rear), to the Analog Input and Power Supply modules (at left and right, respectively), to the Relay Output and Contact Input modules in the center, and to the Modem or CODEC, Microproces- sor and Display modules at the front of the inner chassis.
  • Page 26: Relay Output Module

    ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection Relay Output Module There are three versions of this module (they are installed on the Interconnect module): Version Function Connector Option 4 trip (form A), 4 BFI contacts (form A) Base 1 2 trip (form A), 2 BFI (form A), 2 RB (form A), 1 GS contacts (form A)
  • Page 27: Display Module

    • Test When the “Relay In Service” LED illuminates, the REL 356 relay is in service, there is dc power to the relay and the relay has passed the self-check and self-test. The LED is turned OFF if the relay has at least one of the internal failures shown in the TEST mode.
  • Page 28: Analog Input Module

    Modem Module (9600 bps Audio Tone Option) This module interconnects two REL 356 systems, located at each end of the protected line. A 4-wire communication channel of sufficient quality to provide reliable data interchange is required. The modem, operating at a carrier frequency of 1700 Hz, conforms to ITU V.29 standards, and provides a communication speed of 9600 bps.
  • Page 29: Digital Communication Interface Dci (56/64 Kbps Digital Communication Option)

    A special PC software (WRELCOM RCP and OSCAR) program are available for obtaining or sending the setting informa- tion to the REL 356. The REL 356 front panel shows two fault events (last and previous faults), but the remote commu- nication, 16 fault events and 3 records of oscillographic data can be obtained and stored.
  • Page 30: Separating The Inner And Outerchassis

    Unscrew the front panel screws. b. Remove the (optional) FT-14 covers if supplied (one on each side of the REL 356). c. Open all FT-14 switches.
  • Page 31: Rel 356 Front Panel Display

    • 5 display-select indicators When the “Relay-in-Service” LED illuminates, the REL 356 Relay is in service, there is dc power to the relay and the relay has passed the self-check and self-test. The LED is turned “OFF” if the Relay-in-service relay has at least one of the internal failures shown in the “Test”...
  • Page 32: Front Panel Operation

    REL 356 SETTINGS functions. For each settings function displayed, depress the “VALUE RAISE” or “VALUE LOWER” key in order to scroll thru the REL 356 values available for the particular function. (Each value that appears, as each different function appears in the function field, is considered to be the “current value” used for that particular function.)
  • Page 33: Test Mode Function

    • With the INCOM command, using the communication channel. Test Mode Function The test display mode provides diagnostic and testing capabilities for REL 356. Relay status display, local delay time computation, and relay testing are among the functions provided. The test mode functions are listed in Table 2-1.
  • Page 34: Relay Output Test

    ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection For example, the functions listed below, • DTT (closed) • Differential Protection Disable (closed) • Target Reset (closed) • 52b contact (closed) • Remaining contacts (open) will result in the following binary pattern: Bit Pattern...
  • Page 35: Self Check

    ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection (4) Activate the “ENTER” key for the desired duration of the output relays operation. (5) Depress the “FUNCTION RAISE” key to select the following parameters, as desired: FUNCTION VALUE FIELD FIELD DESCRIPTION TRIP RELY...
  • Page 36: Test Enable

    The status display is generated by “OR”ing, the self-test status from Processor 1 and Processor 2. A zero value indicates that no self-test failure has occurred. A non-zero value in the low byte (bits 0 to 7) represents an REL 356 failure condition which enables the failure alarm, and disables tripping.
  • Page 37: Digital Fault Recording

    • IL 40-603 Remote Communication Program • IL 40-606 Oscillographic and Recording Program REL 356 Settings The REL 356 setting mnemonics and the appropriate setting information is in Table 3-1, i.e., setting name, format, setting range (min, max, step), units and related notes. Monitoring Functions The REL 356 monitoring functions display on-line system information (see Table 2-3;...
  • Page 38 ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection Table 2-3. Monitoring Functions Function Description Format Units CHRX REL 356 channel receive status NORM/OPBR/DSBL/CHTB CHTX REL 356 channel transmit status NORM/OPBR/DSBL IA metered current magnitude XXX.X Amps Ð IA metered current angle XXXX VAG metered voltage magnitude XXX.X...
  • Page 39 ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection Table 2-4. Target (Fault Data) Information Target Description Format Units FTYP Fault Type AB/BG/CG/AB/BC/CA/ABC breaker current flowed YES/NO breaker current flowed YES/NO breaker current flowed YES/NO breaker current flowed YES/NO breaker current flowed YES/NO...
  • Page 40 ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection Table 2-4. Target (Fault Data) Information Continued Target Description Format Units Fault distance in kilometers XXX.X PFLC Pre-fault load current XXX.X amps PFLV Pre-fault voltage XXX.X volts Pre-fault load angle XXX.X VAG fault voltage magnitude XXX.X...
  • Page 41: Target (Fault Data) Information

    Target (Fault Data) Information ® The REL 356 stores 16 sets of targets (fault data). All 16 sets are accessible through INCOM , but only the two most recent sets of data are accessible from the front panel (see Table 2-3).
  • Page 42: Routine Visual Inspection

    Failure to communicate with the local DCE (Modem or CODEC) Routine Visual Inspection With the exception of Routine Visual Inspection, the REL 356 relay assembly should be maintenance-free. A program of Routine Visual Inspection should include: • Condition of cabinet or other housing •...
  • Page 43 ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection FT-14 Figure 2-3. Layout of REL 356 Modules Within Inner and Outer Chassis 2-20 Installation, Operation and Maintenance...
  • Page 44 ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection Figure 2-4. Block Diagram of REL 356 Relay Installation, Operation and Maintenance 2-21...
  • Page 45 ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection 2-22 Installation, Operation and Maintenance...
  • Page 46 ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection Installation, Operation and Maintenance 2-23...
  • Page 47 ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection 2-24 Installation, Operation and Maintenance...
  • Page 48: Settings And Application

    Introduction REL 356 can be set through the front panel HMI or through remote communication by PC program or network. This section will follow the sequence of settings displayed in the front panel display when the relay system is in the settings mode.
  • Page 49 ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection Table 3-1. Setting Table Continued Name Setting Format Step Units Notes Trip Desensitizing TDES X.XXX 1.1 X P.U. 10 X P.U. 0.1 X P.U. Operating threshold X.XXX 0.000 3.950 0.05 Zero sequence coefficient X.XXX 0.000...
  • Page 50 ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection Table 3-1. Setting Table Continued Setting Name Format Step Units Notes Z2GF XX.XX 0.01 50.00 0.01 ohms 4, 8 Zone 2 ground forward distance setting in ohms Z2GR XX.XX 0.01 50.00 0.01 ohms 4, 8...
  • Page 51: Relay System Setup

    Select either 50 or 60 Hz. Readout in Primary Values (RP) A YES setting enables the REL 356 system to display all the monitored voltages and currents in primary kA and kV, based on the current transformer ratio (CTR) and voltage transformer ratio (VTR) entered.
  • Page 52: Trigger For Storing Fault Records (Fdat)

    The REL 356 system tripped · ITRG The REL 356 system detected the operation of either the TRGP (phase) or TRGG (ground) overcurrent elements (see below) Ground Trigger Pick Up Level (TRGG) This setting controls the level of current magnitude on the ground current, which when exceeded triggers oscillographic data and/or fault records, depending on the settings above.
  • Page 53: Low Set Current Supervision (Ilts)

    ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection The settings are summarized in the table below where TRIP is trip from the local relay (differential or back-up trip) and TTRP is received transfer trip from the remote end: DDTT TRIP-1/BFI-1 TRIP-2/BFI-2 TRIP-3/BFI-3...
  • Page 54: Very Low Set Phase Current Unit (Ie)

    ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection · No open breaker keying. Note that this will disable the Open Breaker function in the remote end as no open breaker code will be received there. Very Low Set Phase Current Unit (IE) This unit is used with the open breaker keying logic (OPBR).
  • Page 55: Current Differential System Settings

    ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection Current Differential System Settings Trip Desensitizing (TDES) This setting temporarily desensitizes the differential protection by increasing the operating threshold, OTH, for 30 cycles after closing the line breaker (de-energization of the 52b input). This setting can be used to prevent false tripping on large inrush currents that may be produces by a tapped transformer in the protected zone.
  • Page 56: Sequence Coefficients (C0, C1, C2)

    − ⋅ ⋅ ⋅ ⋅ ⋅ ⋅ Sequence Coefficients (C0, C1, C2) REL 356 uses sequence filters to obtain positive, negative and zero sequence currents. These currents are then com- bined into one quantity: ⋅ − ⋅ ⋅ where zero...
  • Page 57 ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection Case 2 When the minimum ground fault current is substantially smaller than the minimum three phase fault current, C0 can be given a value to increase the sensitivity for ground fault. The recommended settings C1 = 0.1...
  • Page 58: Automatic Channel Delay Measurement (Aldt)

    Local Delay Timer (LDT) REL 356 uses the LDT setting when no automatic channel delay measurement is being used (ALDT = NO). If fixed channel delay is used, LDT should be set to the channel delay displayed in MLDT function of the monitoring functions.
  • Page 59: Communication Speed Selection (Kbps) - 56/64 Kbps Versions Only

    ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection Communication Speed Selection (KBPS) – 56/64 kbps versions only This setting allows 56 kbps or 64 kbps communication speed selection. This setting should be coordinated with any external communication multiplexer used in the system. A vast majority of applications are 64 kbps.
  • Page 60: Positive Sequence Impedance Angle (Pang)

    ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection Positive Sequence Impedance Angle (PANG) This setting relates directly to the positive sequence angle of the line. It defines the Zone 2 and Zone 3 phase impedance unit maximum torque angle in degrees. This setting is also used for defining the slope of the blinders for OST and OSB an for the fault locator algorithm.
  • Page 61: Ground Directional Unit Polarization (Diru)

    (forward ground directional unit) is used to supervise the forward direction while the reverse reach is used to define the overall size of the characteristic and thus the reach along the R-axis. The phase to phase and three phase units in REL 356 have only a forward reach, ZP. These units are inherently directional.
  • Page 62: Zone 2 Phase Reach (Z2P)

    Out of Step Settings – Versions with Distance Option only Current differential protection is immune to power swings. When voltage inputs are part of the REL 356, blinders are provided for power swing detection. The out of step trip and block logic is provided as part of the distance option. Out of step block is only enabled when the distance backup protection is switched due to channel trouble or differential block as determined by the setting BKUP.
  • Page 63: Out Of Step Trip (Ost)

    ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection Out of Step Trip (OST) This setting enables the out of step trip logic. The setting options are: No OST trip WAYI Trip on the way into the operating characteristic of the relay WAYO...
  • Page 64: Out Of Step Trip Override Timer (Osot)

    Introduction The REL 356 relay may be used where the line is protected as a two-terminal line but has a load tap in the zone of protection. In order to apply and set the relay properly in this environment, there must be a transformer at the load tap.
  • Page 65: Settings For Oth, C0, C1 And C2 For Tapped Load Applications

    ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection shown that a phase B-to-C fault or a phase C-to-A fault will produce the highest sequence output of all the low voltage phase faults. A C-to-G fault will produce the highest filter output current for phase-to-ground faults on the low voltage side of the transformer.
  • Page 66: Setting Example - General Case

    Readout in Primary Values (RP) RP = YES A YES setting enables the REL 356 system to display all the monitored voltages and currents in primary kA and kV, based on the current transformer ratio (CTR) and voltage transformer ratio (VTR) entered.
  • Page 67: Current Transformer Ratio (Ctr)

    · TRIP The REL 356 system tripped · ITRG The REL 356 system detected the operation of either the TRGP (phase) or TRGG (ground) overcurrent elements (see below) · DVDI The voltage and/or current change detectors operated The change detectors (CD) pick up when the current or voltage change between the corresponding data samples, spaced one cycle apart, exceeds 12.5%, minimum 0.5 A or 7 V.
  • Page 68: Phase Trigger Pick Up Level (Trgp)

    ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection Phase Trigger Pick Up Level (TRGP) TRGP = 5.5 A This setting controls the level of current magnitude on the phase currents, which when exceeded triggers oscillographic data and/or fault records, depending on the settings above.
  • Page 69: Low Set Current Supervision (Ilts)

    ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection Low Set Current Supervision (ILTS) ILTS = IN The user can select to supervise differential trip but the low set current elements, IPL and IGL. With ILTS = IN, higher security is achieved. However, for weak feed applications when the local fault current may not exceed the set IPL or IGL current levels, ILTS should be set to OUT in order to allow the weak terminal to trip on current differential operation.
  • Page 70: Very Low Set Phase Current Unit (Ie)

    IPH = 62.5 A This unit is provided in the REL 356 system to supplement the current differential protection by providing a non-pilot direct trip capability for high current faults. The IPH unit should be set above the maximum expected external fault current with a security margin.
  • Page 71: High Set Ground Overcurrent Unit (Igh)

    Trip desensitizing is not recommended when the transformers are external to the protected zone. In this case the inrush current will be seen as an external fault and the REL 356 relays will remain stable. Operating Threshold (OTH) OTH = 0.56...
  • Page 72: Sequence Coefficients (C0, C1, C2)

    ⋅ ⋅ Sequence Coefficients (C0, C1, C2) C0 = 0.0, C1 = 0.1, C2 = 0.7 REL 356 uses sequence filters to obtain positive, negative and zero sequence currents. These currents are then combined into one quantity: ⋅ − ⋅...
  • Page 73 ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection The recommended settings C1 = 0.1 C2 = 0.7 C0 = 0.0 gives the following sensitivity for different faults: Three phase faults − ⋅ − ⋅ φ φ Phase-phase faults ο ± − ⋅...
  • Page 74 ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection Figure 1. Ratio of I vs. C0 (C1 = 0.1, C2 = 0.7) Gmin Case 3 When the minimum ground fault current is less than 12.5% of minimum three phase fault current C0 should be set to 2.5.
  • Page 75: Automatic Channel Delay Measurement (Aldt)

    When enabled (TTRP = IN), contact closure will result in transmission of transfer trip code to the remote end. When received at the remote unit for at least 10 msec, tripping will take place. The remote REL 356 will close either its basic trip contacts, and/or contacts on the extended output board as determined by the setting DDTT.
  • Page 76: Loopback (Lpbk)

    ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection For systems using external multiplexers (T1 or E1 type) the setting should be XCLK = EXT. Note that the data clock is extracted from the received data stream so that no connection to any “clock” output on the multiplexer is needed.
  • Page 77: Backup System Settings - Versions With Distance Option Only

    ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection Backup System Settings – Versions with Distance Option only Backup System Enable (BKUP) BKUP = CT This setting determines if and when the distance backup system will be activated. There are three possible BKUP...
  • Page 78: Ground Overcurrent Timer (Tog)

    (forward ground directional unit) is used to supervise the forward direction while the reverse reach is used to define the overall size of the characteristic and thus the reach along the R-axis. The phase to phase and three phase units in REL 356 have only a forward reach, ZP. These units are inherently directional.
  • Page 79: Zone 2 Reverse Ground Reach (Z2Gr)

    Out of Step Settings - Versions with Distance Option only Current differential protection is immune to power swings. When voltage inputs are part of the REL 356, blinders are provided for power swing detection. The out of step trip and block logic is provided as part of the distance option. Out of step block is only enabled when the distance backup protection is switched due to channel trouble or differential block as determined by the setting BKUP.
  • Page 80: Out Of Step Block (Osb)

    ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection Out of Step Block (OSB) OSB = BOTH This setting enables the out of step block logic that blocks the Zone 2 and/or Zone 3 distance units for out of step conditions. The setting options are:...
  • Page 81: Out Of Step Trip Override Timer (Osot)

    ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection Out of Step Trip Override Timer (OSOT) OSOT = 100 cycles This timer is started once an out of step condition is identified (output of OST1). A trip signal is generated if OSOT times out and the apparent impedance seen by the relay is inside Zone 2 or Zone 3 reach and inside the RT blinder.
  • Page 82: Settings For Oth, C0, C1 And C2 For Tapped Load Applications

    ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection Settings for OTH, C0, C1 and C2 for Tapped Load Applications The relay setting OTH and the sequence filter constants, C1, C2 and C0, should be first selected according to normal conditions following the recommendations. Then, the relay setting and the selected constants need to be checked to...
  • Page 83 ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection 3-36 Settings and Application...
  • Page 84: Measuring Elements And Operational Logic

    Composite Sequence Filter The REL 356 combines the phase currents (IA, IB and IC) measured at the protective relaying terminal into a single quantity. This quantity, IT, is an output of a symmetrical component filter that is proportional to the weighted sum of the sequence components.
  • Page 85 ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection Im(ITL) to transmitter DFT cosine filter OP = |ITL + ITR| RES = |ITL| + |ITR| IF [OP - 0.7RES] > OTH PLT (trip command) THEN trip Im(IRL) from receiver Figure 4-2. Current Differential Logic...
  • Page 86: Communication Channel Options

    ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection Figure 4-3. Operating Characteristic External fault ° For an external fault, the currents will be 180 out of phase and of equal magnitude: ∠ ° ∠ ° ⋅ − − − which, of course, is less than OTH which is a positive value (settable 0.00 – 3.98).
  • Page 87: Data Communication

    Data Communication The REL 356 sampling rate is 12 samples per cycle. After A/D conversion, the phase currents are converted into the composite current IT and sent over to the remote end. A data frame is sent 4 times per cycle and the differential evaluation is performed with the same frequency.
  • Page 88: Relay Functions

    Open Breaker Function REL 356 will sense a local open breaker condition by either the 52b contact or by a current sensing element IE or both. Note that the minimum setting of IE is 0.04 x In (0.2 A for a 5 A relay) why this setting option can not be used on short lines.
  • Page 89: Weak Feed Trip

    Reclose Initiate Logic REL 356 provides four reclose initiate (RI) contact outputs to be used with an external recloser. Two reclose block (RB) contacts are also provided, in case the recloser requires this input instead of RI.
  • Page 90: Fault Locator

    The REL 356 includes a phase selector for indication of the faulted phase(s). The phase selector is current-only based why connection of voltages is not needed for correct operation. As the REL 356 is intended for three pole trip only, the phase selector is not used in the trip logic but for indication and for fault location calculation.
  • Page 91: Differential Protection Disable

    Distance Protection The distance units in the REL 356 system are only operative when the communication channel is unsound, with excep- tion of the out of step trip logic that is always active, if OST is set to WAYI or WAYO.
  • Page 92 ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection For indication of a phase distance trip the following conditions have to occur: · For a three phase fault, the RT (inner) blinder and no OSB (out of step block) and the 3 F output of the phase selector and any of the phase ground units have to have operated.
  • Page 93 ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection Figure 4-8. Mho Characteristic for Phase to Ground Faults Three Phase Three phase fault detection is accomplished by the logic operation of one of the three ground units plus the 3 F output from the phase selector. However, for a three phase fault condition, the computation of the distance units will be:...
  • Page 94 ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection Figure 4-9. Mho Characteristic for Three Phase Faults Phase to Phase The phase to phase unit responds to all forward phase to phase faults, and some phase to phase to ground faults. The operating and reference quantities are: OP = (V –...
  • Page 95: Backup Protection Disable

    Out of Step Trip and Out of Step Block Logic Out of step detection in REL 356 is achieved by the use of blinders. A two blinder scheme is used. The two blinders are called BO (outer blinder, setting RU) and BI (inner blinder, setting RT) and are parallel to the line impedance setting, i.e.
  • Page 96: Loss Of Potential (Lopb)

    ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection Timer OST3 starts timing after the inner blinder operates. If the timer has timed out, then tripping will be allowed immediately (with a 20 msec time delay) once the outer blinder resets and OST is set to trip on the way out, WAYO.
  • Page 97 ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection GENERAL START INPUTS OUTPUTS CHANNEL ALARM BACKUP OPTO PROTECTION ISOL LBPD DISABLE TRIP TRP1 ALARM TRP2 DIFFERENTIAL OPTO PROTECTION ISOL LDPD DISABLE FAILURE ALARM uPROC OK OPTO ISOL STUB INPUTS OPTO CHOK HARDWARE ISOL...
  • Page 98 ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection STUB BUS/OPEN BKR TRIP SOBT ROBR SBOBT TRP1 T1DAND PHASE PILOT TRIP SELECTOR LOGIC DSBL BLK_TRP PHASE SELECTOR SEBR ILTS LOGIC CHOK FROM REMOTE END LOW LEVEL SUPERVISION 90 deg. DELAY VFRI VFRR CURRENT DIFFERENTIAL...
  • Page 99 ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection 4-16 Measuring Elements and Operational Logic...
  • Page 100: Testing

    Doble, Multi-amp or equivalent 3-Phase Test System Test Setup Current and Voltage Inputs Connect the Relay Test System to REL 356 Relay. Do not leave fault currents with trip relays energized for long periods of time. Power Connect the primary and secondary dc power. Consult the relay name-plate for rated voltage.
  • Page 101: Contact Input Subsystem Test

    ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection V (volts) Angle I (amps) / Angle Ð ° Ð ° Ð ° Ð ° -120 -165 Ð ° Ð ° +120 Using the procedure described in Section 2 “Metering Mode”, read the following parameters:...
  • Page 102: Relay Output Subsystem Test

    “Loopback” configuration. Turn the dc supply connected to the REL 356’s dc (Battery) inputs “off” for 1 second & then back “on” again to re-initialize the modem’s “ALDT” setting on power-up sequence.
  • Page 103 ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection NOTE: For Medium and Long Reach Options (DCI assemblies G07 and G08) the Optical Power Attenuator must be used to limit the Receiver Input Power to maximum of -11 dBm to prevent receiver saturation.
  • Page 104: Functional Tests - Current Differential System

    The following section documents all the various types of test that can be done to verify operating characteristics of the REL 356 relay. If a simple single unit test needs to be performed, the “Singe Unit Loopback Test” will be adequeate for verification purposes.
  • Page 105 ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection STEP 4 Remove the inner chassis. Note factory settings of jumpers on the Opto-isolated Input module. Make sure that the jumpers are set for the desired battery voltage. STEP 5 Insert and secure the inner chassis. Power the unit up.
  • Page 106 ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection Test Conditions: Case 2 - C0=0, C1=0.1, C2=0.7, OTH=0.50 (OTH=0.70 for V1.15 or lower) Test Table 2 Calculated Current Ð Fault Type Pickup Value Pickup range Amps Angle Ð 1.56A 1.31 – 1.81A = 1.56 Ð...
  • Page 107: Single Unit Loopback Test - External Faults

    ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection Single Unit Loopback Test - External Faults No external fault testing is possible with a single unit since there is no way to invert the signal coming into the receiver to simulate an external fault or load current.
  • Page 108: Dual Unit Back To Back Test - Internal Faults

    ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection External Fault(s) - Current connections Unit #1 REL356 Unit #2 REL356 TB6-6 TB6-6 TB6-5 TB6-5 TB6-8 TB6-8 TB6-7 TB6-7 TB6-10 TB6-10 TB6-9 TB6-9 3 ∅ Current Test Set STEP 2 Apply fault currents greater than those shown in Tables 5-1, 5-2 & 5-3 and verify that the relay does not trip on external faults.
  • Page 109: Functional Tests - Optional Backup System

    ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection Functional Tests – Optional Backup System For units that include the stepped distance backup system the following tests will functionally test all the distance units provided. Disconnect the loopback connections as described in step 2 on page 5-3, and make sure the front panel display shows CHTB as the signal received.
  • Page 110 ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection Table 5-1. Zone 2 Phase-Ground Forward Internal Faults: Z2GF = 4.5 Ohms Z2GR = 0.01 Ohms Fault Z Relay System Ð Ð Ð Volts Angle Amps Angle Ohms Angle Operation AG at MTA 90% of reach fault Ð...
  • Page 111 ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection Forward External Faults For forward Zone 2 Phase-Ground External faults use the Table 5-2 of voltages and currents. In each case apply the 3- phase voltage to the relay system first then suddenly apply the currents listed. In each case the relay system should not trip as these faults are beyond the reach of the Zone 2 ground units.
  • Page 112: Zone 2 Phase-Ground Element With Reverse Reach

    ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection Reverse External Faults For reverse Zone 2 Phase-Ground External faults use the Table 5-3 of voltages and currents. In each case apply the 3- phase voltage to the relay system first then suddenly apply the currents listed. In each case the relay system should not trip as these faults are reverse direction fron the GANG setting.
  • Page 113 ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection Table 5-4. Zone 2 Phase-Ground Forward Internal Faults: Z2GF = 4.5 Ohms Z2GR = 4.5 Ohms Fault Z Relay System ∠ ∠ ∠ Volts Angle Amps Angle Ohms Angle Operation AG at MTA 90% of reach fault Va = 30 ∠...
  • Page 114 ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection Forward External Faults For forward Zone 2 Phase-Ground External faults use the Table 5-5 of voltages and currents. In each case apply the 3- phase voltage to the relay system first then suddenly apply the currents listed. The relay system should not trip as these faults are beyond the reach of the Zone 2 ground units.
  • Page 115: Zone 3 Phase-Ground Element Without Reverse Reach

    ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection Reverse External Faults For reverse Zone 2 Phase-Ground External faults use the Table 5-6 of voltages and currents. In each case apply the 3- phase voltage to the relay system first then suddenly apply the currents listed. In each case the relay system should not trip as these faults are reverse direction from the GANG setting.
  • Page 116 ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection Forward External Faults For forward Zone 2 Phase-Ground External faults use the Table 5-8 of voltages and currents. In each case apply the 3- phase voltage to the relay system first then suddenly apply the currents listed. In each case the relay system should not trip as these faults are beyond the reach of the Zone 3 ground units.
  • Page 117: Phase To Phase Units

    ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection Phase to Phase Units To calculate the fault impedance seen by the relay system the following formula applies: ------------- - Z fault = where x is either phase a, b, or c and y is the next lagging phase.
  • Page 118 ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection Forward External Faults For forward Zone 2 Phase-Phase External faults use the Table 5-11 of voltages and currents. In each case apply the 3-phase voltage to the relay system first then suddenly apply the currents listed. In each case the relay system should not trip as these faults are beyond the reach of the Zone 2 ground units.
  • Page 119: Zone 3 Phase-Phase Element

    ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection Zone 3 Phase-Phase Element NOTE: Change the “T3P” timer setting to 1.0 seconds before applying the faults in Tables 5-13, 5-14, and 5-15. Forward Internal Faults For forward Zone 3 Phase-Ground Internal faults use the Table 5-13 of voltages and currents. In each case apply the 3-phase voltage to the relay system first then suddenly apply the currents listed.
  • Page 120: 3-Phase Units

    ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection Reverse External Faults For reverse Zone 3 Phase-Phase External faults use the Table 5-15 of voltages and currents. In each case apply the 3- phase voltage to the relay system first then suddenly apply the currents listed. In each case the relay system should not trip as these faults are reverse direction from the PANG setting.
  • Page 121: Zone 2 3-Phase Units

    ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection Zone 2 3-Phase Units NOTE: Set the “T3P” timer setting to “BLK” before applying the faults in Tables 5-16, 5-17, and 5-18. Forward Internal Faults For forward Zone 2 Three-Phase Internal faults use the Table 5-16 of voltages and currents. In each case apply the 3- phase voltage to the relay system first then suddenly apply the currents listed.
  • Page 122: Zone 3 3-Phase Units

    ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection Zone 3 3-Phase Units NOTE: Set the “T3P” timer setting to 1.0 seconds before applying the faults in Tables 5-19, 5-20, and 5-21. Forward Internal Faults For forward Zone 3 Threehase Internal faults use the Table 5-19 of voltages and currents. In each case apply the 3- phase voltage to the relay system first then suddenly apply the currents listed.
  • Page 123: Out Of Step System Functional Tests

    ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection Out Of Step System Functional Tests For systems equipped with OST logic the following settings may be used to check the OST logic in REL 356: PANG = 65 = 0.1 GANG = 65 = 11.0...
  • Page 124 ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection V (Volts) I (Amps) Ð Ð Va = 69 Ia = 5 Ð Ð Vb = 69 -120 Ib = 5 -125 Ð Ð Vc = 69 +120 Ic = 5 +115 Ð Ð...
  • Page 125: In-Service Checks

    ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection In-Service Checks This section will guide you through the In-Service checks that should be performed to insure that the relay is connected properly to the system and phasing is correct at both ends of the protected line. The first section verifies the proper connection of the CT &...
  • Page 126: Current Differential Checks

    STEP 2 Use the Display Select button to scroll down the Test Menu on the front of the REL 356. Use the RAISE button to scroll to move through the functions until TEST appears in the window. With the tip of a pen, trigger an oscillographic record by depressing the ENTER key on the front of the relay.
  • Page 127 ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection 5-28 Testing...
  • Page 128: Computer Communications

    40-603, (RCP) Remote Communication Program. Communication Port Options REL 356 is supplied with a rear communications port. If the network interface is not specified, a RS-232C (hardware standard) communications port is supplied. Network interface comm port option allows the connection of the relay with many other devices to a 2-wire network.
  • Page 129: Modem Communications

    Password: When the REL 356 is received from the factory or if the user loses the relay password, a new password can be assigned with the following procedure: Turn off the relay dc supply voltage for a few seconds, Restore the dc supply voltage and wait for the relay to complete the self check/start-up routine, Using RCP, perform the Password Menu choice “Set Relay Password”, Use the word...
  • Page 130: Troubleshooting

    (several attempts), the communication equipment needs to be serviced. Sixteen Fault Target Data The REL 356 saves the latest 16 fault records, but only the latest two fault records can be accessed from the front panel. For complete 16 fault data, the computer communication is necessary.
  • Page 131: Fault Record Data Definitions

    Fault Record Data Definitions The Oscillographic and Recording Program (OSCAR) under selection: “Load Screen Layout File” of the main menu offers the following display files for REL 356. Analog Signals The following signals are displayed on the main OSCAR screen following a download of both analog and digital signals...
  • Page 132: Digital Signals

    SYSTEM LOGIC diagrams, at the back of this IL. The first 20 digital signals are display in the OSCAR main screen after downloading the file from the REL 356 relay. The command F8 - DIG MENU displays 20 additional signals and the command F1 - SCROLL DIGI UP displays the remain- ing 24 signals, one by one.
  • Page 133 ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection BFIA breaker failure initiate A output BFIB breaker failure initiate B output BFIC breaker failure initiate C output reclose initiate 1 reclose initiate 2 reclose block general start Additional Signals When Scrolling Up ALMF failure alarm...
  • Page 134: Glossary

    ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection Ð Zero sequence current angle 2-15 Current change detector Current and voltage change detectors Ð Phase A current angle 2-15 Ð Phase B current angle 2-15 Ð Phase C current angle 2-15 Ð Phase A voltage angle 2-15 Ð...
  • Page 135 ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection 2-16 DSBL Disable Direct transfer trip 3-12 DTYP Distance unit type EEPROM Electrically erasable, read-write non-volatile memory EPROM Ultraviolet erasable, read-only memory FANG Fault impedance angle 2-16 FDAT Trigger for storing fault target data...
  • Page 136 ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection OPBR Open breaker Out of step block 2-15 Trigger for storing oscillographic data OSCAR Oscillographic and recording program 3-16 OSOT Out of step override timer 3-16 Out of step trip 3-16 OST1 Out of step detection timer...
  • Page 137 ABB REL 356 Current Differential Protection 3-16 WAYI Out of step trip, way in 3-16 WAYO Out of step trip, way out 3-12 XCLK Transmit clock source 3-12 XMTR Transmitter output level 3-12 XPUD Distance multiplier setting 2-16 Fault impedance...
  • Page 138 With the economics of off-the-shelf equipment usage for substation control and decision making, PLC, and ABB relay use is widely accepted as a restoration solution. This advanced application note explains a method to inexpensively implement advanced Line Sectionalizing techniques using a TPU2000R, DPU2000R, PCD2000, and a programmable logic controller.
  • Page 139 LINE SECTIONALIZING USING A PLC AND ABB PROTECTIVE RELAY • Real Time Switching is based on instantaneous decisions made by the microprocessor based IEDs. As illustrated in Figure 1, the feeder and substation 2 are located a great distance away from the main PLC.
  • Page 140 LINE SECTIONALIZING USING A PLC AND ABB PROTECTIVE RELAY 3. The PLC immediately opens the breaker at Feeder Location 3. The PLC verifies that reading the status of the breaker opens the breaker. The MAGELIS system immediately displays the metering values and breaker status on its screen and may also generate alarms to alert the operator or attached SCADA system.
  • Page 141 9999 or greater. The ABB products allow numbers to be reported in a single register interpreted as 0 to 65535 (Unipolar) or –32767 to 32768 (Bipolar). If a number is a 32 bit representation, PLC logic must be added to the specific vendor’s PLC allow computations to occur.
  • Page 142 LINE SECTIONALIZING USING A PLC AND ABB PROTECTIVE RELAY 6XXX MEMORY CONSTANTS PTR 1 READ TPU STATUS (REG. 40129) TRANSFER TO PLC REG. 41700 Compact PLC TPU 2000R relay READ TPU CURRENTS/ANGLES PTR 2 (REG 40385) TRANSFER TO PLC REG. 41701 [ 16 Registers ].
  • Page 143 LINE SECTIONALIZING USING A PLC AND ABB PROTECTIVE RELAY Figure 5. Network 2 Segment 1 – Cyclic Poll Logic Block NETWORK 2 – Figure 5: There are 6 cyclic poll read instructions (illustrated by Figure 3 above). This network actuates the time to send each of the six instructions to the MSTR block to read the information from the TPU.
  • Page 144 LINE SECTIONALIZING USING A PLC AND ABB PROTECTIVE RELAY NETWORK 4 – FIGURE 7: This is the MSTR send instruction which is parameterized for read and write commands. The upcounter in the logic counts the number of good network transactions (00104 energizes on a GOOD communication and 00103 energizes on a bad communication, 00102 is the instruction active indication).
  • Page 145 LINE SECTIONALIZING USING A PLC AND ABB PROTECTIVE RELAY NETWORK 6 – Figure 9: This network determines if the FIFO has an entry. If the FIFO is empty Coil 00112 is energized. If the FIFO is full Coil 00111 is energized. The FIFO can contain 19 pending commands for execution in the TPU.
  • Page 146 LINE SECTIONALIZING USING A PLC AND ABB PROTECTIVE RELAY NETWORK 8 – Figure 11 This is the 6X transfer instructions as illustrated in Figure 11 Figure 11. Ladder Logic 6X Transfer Instructions The method to transfer the logic and the file layout in 6X memory is as such: File 1 –...
  • Page 147 LINE SECTIONALIZING USING A PLC AND ABB PROTECTIVE RELAY Figure 12. Transfer Logic for Control Instruction Parameterization NETWORK 9- Figure 12: As explained above, if the pointer in the FIFO vectors to a control instruction, then the FILE 2 data corresponding to that pointer must be transferred to 40110 in the MSTR instruction.
  • Page 148 LINE SECTIONALIZING USING A PLC AND ABB PROTECTIVE RELAY Figure 13. Segment 1 Network 10 – Start Polling Sequence NETWORK 11 to 19 – Figures 14 to 22. The commands 1 through 5 are the cyclic ladder logic commands which read •...
  • Page 149 LINE SECTIONALIZING USING A PLC AND ABB PROTECTIVE RELAY Figure 15. TPU Read Currents FIFO Pointer Load Logic Figure 16. TPU Read Voltage FIFO Pointer Load Logic Figure 17. TPU Read Wattage FIFO Pointer Load Logic Page 12 of 53...
  • Page 150 LINE SECTIONALIZING USING A PLC AND ABB PROTECTIVE RELAY Figure 18. TPU Read Alarm Status FIFO Pointer Load Logic Figure 19. TPU Trip Breaker FIFO Pointers Load Logic Figure 20. Reset Targets FIFO Pointers Load Logic Page 13 of 53...
  • Page 151 LINE SECTIONALIZING USING A PLC AND ABB PROTECTIVE RELAY Figure 21. Reset Alarms FIFO Pointers Load Logic Figure 22. Reset Latched Points FIFO Pointers Load Logic NETWORKS 20 to 24 – Figures 22 to 26 Once the data is read from the relay using the cyclic reads (pointers 1 through 5) or via the FIFO commands, the data read must be transferred from the MSTR read buffer to a general buffer for retrieval from the PLC.
  • Page 152 LINE SECTIONALIZING USING A PLC AND ABB PROTECTIVE RELAY Figure 23. Read in Reply to Status Data Request and Store in PLC Registers Figure 24. Read in Reply to Phase Current Data Request and Store in PLC Registers Figure 25. Read in Reply to Phase Voltage Data Request and Store in PLC Registers...
  • Page 153 LINE SECTIONALIZING USING A PLC AND ABB PROTECTIVE RELAY Figure 26. Read in Reply to Wattage Data Request and Store in PLC Registers Figure 27. Read in Reply to Alarm Data Request and Store in PLC Registers Segment 2 – Data Gathering from the PCD2000 and DPU2000R The DPU2000R and the PCD2000 are both located some distance from the PLC.
  • Page 154 LINE SECTIONALIZING USING A PLC AND ABB PROTECTIVE RELAY Modbus via Radio (Host Sending) Query DPU for Voltage, Current, Power, Breaker Status and Change of State Information and store in PLC buffer 41700 through 41849 CLOUD Modbus DPU 2000R via Radio (IED Receiving)
  • Page 155 LINE SECTIONALIZING USING A PLC AND ABB PROTECTIVE RELAY Figure 30. Segment 3 Network 2 – Cyclic Poll Pointer Setup Logic SEGMENT 3 NETWORK 3: This network seems to be rather complex, but it really is not. The XMIT block needs two types of parameterization 1) parameterization of the block for delay parameters, timeout parameters and definition of pointers for the MODBUS data gatheringwhich is in registers 40308 through 40315.
  • Page 156 LINE SECTIONALIZING USING A PLC AND ABB PROTECTIVE RELAY COUNTER 6XXX File 1 6XXX File 2 610500 READ DPU STATUS Read 1DPU Reg 40129 to PLC41750 600500 PTR 1 Read 1DPU Reg 40129 to PLC41750 610530 40308 = Coommand Word...
  • Page 157 LINE SECTIONALIZING USING A PLC AND ABB PROTECTIVE RELAY Figure 33. Segment 3 Network 4 – XMIT Instruction and Good Transaction Count Segment 3 Network 5: This network latches the last XMIT error in Register 40300. It is reset by pulsing coil 00888. This is additional logic added for the ease of troubleshooting the program.
  • Page 158 LINE SECTIONALIZING USING A PLC AND ABB PROTECTIVE RELAY Figure 35. Segment 3 Network 6 - XMIT Dwell Timer and Bad Transmission Counter Logic Segment 3 Network 7: As with the Modbus Plus MSTR Logic, another FIFO has been constructed in which a manual control (or automated control instruction initiated by the ladder logic may be performed).
  • Page 159 LINE SECTIONALIZING USING A PLC AND ABB PROTECTIVE RELAY pointers for obtaining the 6X register data for passing to the appropriate 4X XMIT parameterization registers. Figure 37 illustrates the logic to accomplish this task. Figure 37. Segment 3 Network 8 – Cyclic Poll Cessation Logic Segment 3 Network 9: As illustrated, this is essentially a copy of Segment 3 Network 3 logic.
  • Page 160 LINE SECTIONALIZING USING A PLC AND ABB PROTECTIVE RELAY Figure 39. Segment 3 Network 10 – Resume Cyclic XMIT Poll Logic Segment 3 Networks 11 through 20 As illustrated in Figure 31 – The first 10 instructions in the buffer are to read data from the Modbus registers in the DPU or PCD and stack them in the PLC for later data processing to perform the load shedding/load restoration (line sectionalizing).
  • Page 161 LINE SECTIONALIZING USING A PLC AND ABB PROTECTIVE RELAY Figure 40. Segment 3 Network 11 – Read DPU Status Information or FIFO Instruction Load Figure 41. Segment 3 Network 12 – Read DPU Metering Information or FIFO Instruction Load Figure 42. Segment 3 Network 13 – Read DPU Power Information or FIFO Instruction...
  • Page 162 LINE SECTIONALIZING USING A PLC AND ABB PROTECTIVE RELAY Figure 43. Segment 3 Network 14 – Read DPU Breaker Status Information or FIFO Instruction Load Figure 44. Segment 3 Network 15 – Read DPU Status Information or FIFO Instruction Load Figure 45.
  • Page 163 LINE SECTIONALIZING USING A PLC AND ABB PROTECTIVE RELAY Figure 46. Segment 3 Network 11 – Read PCD Metering Information or FIFO Instruction Load Figure 47. Segment 3 Network 18 – Read PCD Power Information or FIFO Instruction Load Figure 48. Segment 3 Network 19 – Read PCD Breaker Status Information or FIFO...
  • Page 164 LINE SECTIONALIZING USING A PLC AND ABB PROTECTIVE RELAY Figure 49. Segment 3 Network 20 – Read PCD Status Information or FIFO Instruction Load Segment 3 Networks 21 through 30 As the previous networks 11 through 20 only data access instructions were programmed in the device.
  • Page 165 LINE SECTIONALIZING USING A PLC AND ABB PROTECTIVE RELAY In order to do a write instruction for the DPU, the FIFO must be preloaded with an instruction between 21 through 25 and then the FIFO must be loaded with the trigger instruction (a Write of 1 to Register 41154) which is pointer 20.
  • Page 166 LINE SECTIONALIZING USING A PLC AND ABB PROTECTIVE RELAY Figure 54. Segment 3 Network 24 - Place DPU Reset Alarms Command in FIFO Figure 55. Segment 3 Network 25 - Place DPU Reset Status Command in FIFO Figure 56. Segment 3 Network 26 – Place PCD Breaker Trip Command in FIFO...
  • Page 167 LINE SECTIONALIZING USING A PLC AND ABB PROTECTIVE RELAY Figure 57. Segment 3 Network 27 - Place PCD Close Command in FIFO Figure 58. Segment 3 Network 28 - Place PCD Reset Targets Command in FIFO Figure 59. Segment 3 Network 29 - Place PCD Reset Alarms Command in FIFO...
  • Page 168 LINE SECTIONALIZING USING A PLC AND ABB PROTECTIVE RELAY Figure 60. Segment 3 Network 30 - Place PCD Reset Status Command in FIFO Segment 4 Network 1 – Operator Interface Control Screens In this example, the PLC program exists as a central data concentrator. In this case, the program was developed to have a register be set in order to trigger the control instructions via an operator interface.
  • Page 169 LINE SECTIONALIZING USING A PLC AND ABB PROTECTIVE RELAY Figure 62. Segment 4 Network 2 - MAGELIS F1 and F2 Function Key LED Control Auto Manual Control Logic Segment 4 Network 3 This network upon the MMI control screen being issues a system reset, the pending control operations, buffers and latched commands are reset to an initial state.
  • Page 170 LINE SECTIONALIZING USING A PLC AND ABB PROTECTIVE RELAY Figure 64. Segment 4 Network 4 - MAGELIS Pushbutton Manual Trip Logic Segment 4 Network 5 If the control key for a MANUAL CLOSE of the DPU is depressed on the MMI, this logic construct loads the FIFO with the XMIT pointer commands 22,20 to perform a breaker trip operation on the DPU2000R.
  • Page 171 LINE SECTIONALIZING USING A PLC AND ABB PROTECTIVE RELAY Figure 66. Segment 4 Network 6 - MAGELIS PCD Manual Trip Pushbutton Logic Segment 4 Network 7 If the control key for a MANUAL CLOSE of the PCD is depressed on the MMI, this logic construct loads the FIFO with the XMIT pointer commands 27,31 to perform a breaker trip operation on the DPU2000R.
  • Page 172 LINE SECTIONALIZING USING A PLC AND ABB PROTECTIVE RELAY Figure 68. Segment 4 Network 8 - MAGELIS TPU Manual Trip Pushbutton Logic Segment 4 Network 9 The MAGELIS operator interface does not display Floating Point Values. All the mathematics in this program is performed using floating point math.
  • Page 173 LINE SECTIONALIZING USING A PLC AND ABB PROTECTIVE RELAY Figure 70. Segment 4 Network 10 - MAGELIS TPU Manual Trip Pushbutton Logic Figure 71. Segment 4 Network 11 - MAGELIS TPU Target Reset Pushbutton Logic Figure 72. Segment 4 Network 12 - MAGELIS PCD Manual Target Reset Pushbutton...
  • Page 174 LINE SECTIONALIZING USING A PLC AND ABB PROTECTIVE RELAY Segment 4 Networks 13 AND 14 The MMI displays data via bit data which toggles the graphics. The logic constructs in Networks 13 and 14 illustrate the logic to indicate on the display the breaker status of the TPU as well as the AUTO/MANUAL PLC program control.
  • Page 175 LINE SECTIONALIZING USING A PLC AND ABB PROTECTIVE RELAY Figure 75. Segment 5 Network 1 - Calculate 52A and 52B on TPU Since Contacts are not Mapped Segment 5 Networks 2, 3, 4, and 5 Segments 2, 3, 4, and 5 (for the sake of this program since it is a demonstration and illustration of the power of the relay and PLC’s capabilties), convert the KW of Phase A, B, and C, which was read from the...
  • Page 176 LINE SECTIONALIZING USING A PLC AND ABB PROTECTIVE RELAY Figure 77. Segment 5 Network 3 - Calculate KW for Phase B Figure 78. Segment 5 Network 4 - Calculate KW for Phase C Figure 79. Segment 5 Network 5 - Calculate KW for All Three Phases...
  • Page 177 LINE SECTIONALIZING USING A PLC AND ABB PROTECTIVE RELAY Segment 5 Network 6 Since the TPU does not have 52a and 52b reported for a trip condition (since it is not wired into the simulator in this example), if the current of each of the phases is a value less than 2 amps, the TPU is determined to be tripped.
  • Page 178 LINE SECTIONALIZING USING A PLC AND ABB PROTECTIVE RELAY Segment 6 Network 2 This network checks the TPU TARGET status which was stored in Register 41725. If a target is on the front panel interface, an indication is given by coil 001150 which is used in this program. The logic is illustrated in Figure 82.
  • Page 179 LINE SECTIONALIZING USING A PLC AND ABB PROTECTIVE RELAY Segment 6 Network 4 If there is no fault, calculate the loading prior to the trip of the TPU. This figure is used to determine if the DPU at the other end of the feeder has the capability to drive the load of the PCD2000. The ladder logic is illustrated in Figure 84 which follows.
  • Page 180 LINE SECTIONALIZING USING A PLC AND ABB PROTECTIVE RELAY Figure 86. Segment 6 Network 6 – Close PCD in Anticipation of Feeder Restoration Upon TPU Trip Figure 87. Segment 6 Network 7: Wait 3 Seconds for Breaker Action Figure 88. Segment 6 Network 8: Check to Determine if PCD is Closed...
  • Page 181 LINE SECTIONALIZING USING A PLC AND ABB PROTECTIVE RELAY Figure 89. Segment 6 Network 9: Wait for PCD Response to Breaker Action Figure 90. Segment 6 Network 10: Verify that Breaker is Closed NOTE this program was developed for a demonstration of line restoration/sectionalizing applications.
  • Page 182 LINE SECTIONALIZING USING A PLC AND ABB PROTECTIVE RELAY NORMALIZED FLOATING POINT NUMBER 41330 and 40331. These subroutines require constants to be placed in specific registers as illustrated in the constant screen windows listed at the end of this document. The constant values are used in allowing the subroutine to calculate the numbers correctly.
  • Page 183 LINE SECTIONALIZING USING A PLC AND ABB PROTECTIVE RELAY Figure 93. Segment 7 Network 3: 32 Bit Integer to Floating Point Number, Subroutine 1 Figure 94. Segment 7 Network 4: 32 Bit Integer to Floating Point Number, Subroutine 1 Figure 95. Segment 7 Network 5: 32 Bit Integer to Floating Point Number, Subroutine 1...
  • Page 184 LINE SECTIONALIZING USING A PLC AND ABB PROTECTIVE RELAY Figure 96. Segment 7 Network 6: 32 Bit Integer to Floating Point Number, Subroutine 1 Subroutine 2 uses subroutine 1 and it takes a negative number and converts it to a positive number (used for the sake of this demo to vary the KW readings using those from the simulator).
  • Page 185 LINE SECTIONALIZING USING A PLC AND ABB PROTECTIVE RELAY Figure 98. Segment 7 Network 8: 32 Bit Signed Integer to Floating Point Number, Subroutine 2 Figure 99. Segment 7 Network 9: 32 Bit Signed Integer to Floating Point Number, Subroutine 2...
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  • Page 190 Groupe Schneider and ABB seminar in 1998. Copies of this program may be obtained from ABB at no charge. It is intended for this program to serve as a guide for using PLC’s and ABB IED’s in automation systems. There is no expressed or implied warranty or any implication as to the accuracy of the logic and the content within.
  • Page 191 56K have made fast data transfer within a substation a reality. This paper explains the theory of modern day modems and their use with ABB protective relays and configuration software. Although many manufacturers of modem equipment are available, this application note covers the theory and application of 10 bit dial-up telephone modems.
  • Page 192 MODEM COMMUNICATION TO ABB RELAYS Figure 1. Frequency Shift Keying Modulation The first Bell 202 modems used data transmission rates from 300 Baud to 1200 baud using Frequency Shift Keying. FSK modems used one of two methods of implementation. Half Duplex FSK and Full Duplex FSK.
  • Page 193 MODEM COMMUNICATION TO ABB RELAYS Figure 2 illustrates the possible combinations of data, which may be represented by two bits. Four possible symbols may be transmitted/received using this method (as was the case with QPSK methods). If, for example a sine wave is split into four quadrants each part of the phase could represent each of the two bit combinations in an analog fashion.
  • Page 194 Commercially available dial-up modems, such as those generally sold through chain electronic stores may be used with many of the protocols offered in the ABB Protective relays. Modems such as those allowing telephone connectivity using 10 bit protocols are generally those available inexpensively. A 10 bit telephone modem is in the cost area of $100 (120 VAC operation) whereas 11 bit modems are in the area of cost of $1500 (120 VAC operation) [COSTS QUOTED ARE FOR YEAR 2000].
  • Page 195 If one is unsure as to the function or emulation of RS232 please reference one of the many fine ABB application notes on the subject. The Modem is generally a DCE RS232 device. It is configured via a personal computer using a terminal...
  • Page 196 RTS/CTS, CD, DSR, or DTR RS232 lines must be known. Table 1 lists the variety of ABB products and the emulation of each of the ports and applicability of cable design.
  • Page 197 LINE CONFIGURATION (Signal Flow Direction Denoted By Arrow) Figure 7. Example Cable 2: ABB PONI R (installed in a REL 301, 302, 350, 352, 356 or MDAR), using hardware handshaking configured in the modem. Install optional jumper if modem configured for supplying DSR signal.
  • Page 198 20 DTR * (Signal Flow Direction Denoted By Arrow) Figure 9. Example Cable 4: ABB REL512 Connected to a Modem Through the RS232 Front Port. It is recommended that RTS/CTS and DSR/DTR handshaking be disabled so optional jumpers need not be installed within the cable.
  • Page 199 MODEM COMMUNICATION TO ABB RELAYS IBM PC Modem Cable Female Cable Gender Male Cable Gender ( 9 Pin Connector) (25 Pin Connector) 3 RCD 2 TXD 6 DSR 20 DTR 7 GND 4 RTS 5 CTS NOTE: If Software does not support DSR/DTR - install hardware signal jumpers in the cable and disable the modem control for DSR/DTR.
  • Page 200 MODEM COMMUNICATION TO ABB RELAYS PLC Cable Modem Cable Male Cable Gender Male Cable Gender ( 9 Pin Connector) (25 Pin Connector) 3 RCD 2 TXD 7 GND RTS * 4 RTS * *OPTIONAL CTS * 5 CTS * DEPENDENT ON...
  • Page 201 MODEM COMMUNICATION TO ABB RELAYS 9600 Baud 7 Data Bits 1 Stop Even Parity Hardware or No Flow Control depending upon the cable selected and configuration of modem. VT 100 Terminal Emulation Inbound Communications: Carriage Return = Carriage Return and Line Feed If the modem does connect, then the following command may be sent to initialize the modem to parameterize the RS 232 com ports to the proper mode as explained below.
  • Page 202 MODEM COMMUNICATION TO ABB RELAYS ZOOM 56Kx Dual Modem Faxmodem Configuration The ZOOM modem offers more LED’s on their external modem than the US Robotics device. However, the ZOOM modem must be configured for each parameter via a “TERMINAL EMULATOR” program. The ZOOM modem does not offer a dipswitch for configuration of the different operation modes.
  • Page 203 At both ends, the modem must be configured for appropriate auto- answer capabilities and RS232 port capabilities. The protocol used to connect is ABB’s Standard 10 Byte protocol. This is a 10 bit protocol which may be transmitted asynchronously via a telephone dialup modem as those discussed via this application note.
  • Page 204 MODEM COMMUNICATION TO ABB RELAYS Figure 18. Initial ABB WinECP Access Screen If one depresses the OK button after selecting the WINDOWS RADIO button Selection for Remote Access, the screen as illustrated in Figure 19 appears. Figure 19. Parameter Selection Screen for Remote Dial – Up Access The COM PORT is that of the PC’s modem port for attachment to the phone line.The Baud Rate is that...
  • Page 205 Connectivity Example 2 – REL 3XX to RCP Configuration Software If one wished to connect an ABB transmission relay such as a REL300 (MDAR), REL301, REL302, REL350, REL352 or REL356 to its configuration software (RCP – Remote Communication Program), using a dial up configuration as illustrated in Figure 20 is quite possible.
  • Page 206 MODEM COMMUNICATION TO ABB RELAYS right) are upward, and the rightmost dipswitch is downward. This corresponds to dipswitch positions 1 through 5 being 1 0 0 0 0 or ON, OFF, OFF, OFF, OFF. The PONI R CARD is now configured.
  • Page 207 MODEM COMMUNICATION TO ABB RELAYS Position 4 UP-Echo Offline Commands Position 5 UP – Auto Answer on the first ring, or higher if specified in NVRAM Position 6 DOWN – Carrier Detect Override Position 7 UP – Load NVRAM defaults Position 8 DOWN –...
  • Page 208 MODEM COMMUNICATION TO ABB RELAYS One must configure a substation file for the REL350 connection. Depress the Alternate key and S simultaneously to enter the Substation menu and depress the down arrow “ ↓ ” once to select “ New Substation File”...
  • Page 209 MODEM COMMUNICATION TO ABB RELAYS Figure 24. Initial Substation Configuration Screen Figure 25. Final Substation Configuration Screen Query One must then configure the RCP program to execute the dial up sequence and configure the personal computer communication port selected. One must depress the Alternate key and “C” key simultaneously to access the “COMMUNICATE”...
  • Page 210 MODEM COMMUNICATION TO ABB RELAYS Figure 26. Communicate Menu Selections One should depress the down arrow key ““↓” once to select the settings menu to configure the port type, baud rate, and communication port selection as illustrated in Figure 27.
  • Page 211 MODEM COMMUNICATION TO ABB RELAYS Figure 28. Communication Baud Rate Setting Screen Execute the same procedure to access the RS232/MODEM Selection submenu. The selection for modem must be selected. By using this selection, the query for ATDT dial out command screen will be issued when issuing the connect command prompt.
  • Page 212 MODEM COMMUNICATION TO ABB RELAYS The COM PORT Selection menu must be used to select the PC computer port through which RCP will issue commands. In the sample case, the PC used has only one com port “1’”. The selections for the communication port parameters are shown on the bottom right hand side of the communication screen.
  • Page 213 MODEM COMMUNICATION TO ABB RELAYS Figure 31. Dial Out Initiation Figure 32. Modem Command Mode Screen Upon Device Connection At the conclusion of the communication session, one must remember to “hang up” the modem and disconnect the device. Depressing the Alternate key and the “C” key simultaneously will display the screen as illustrated in Figure 26.
  • Page 214 MODEM COMMUNICATION TO ABB RELAYS in that a dumb terminal interface is able to attach and display the device settings/metering parameters…. The REL512 sends out (via its RD line) a time/date ASCII string every minute for display on the attached device.
  • Page 215 Edit Settings One must enter the CORRECT password to change the relay settings for this procedure. The default password for the REL512 is “ABB” (without the quotation marks). If the password has been changed, please enter the correct password as follows: •...
  • Page 216 MODEM COMMUNICATION TO ABB RELAYS 4. Depress the “ E” key to accept the password selection you have entered. If the password is accepted the following screen shall be visible. Password ← Accepted Edit Settings 5. Depress the left arrow “←” key to accept the settings and proceed to the next menu which is shown Sys Settings →...
  • Page 217 MODEM COMMUNICATION TO ABB RELAYS 115200 2400 9600 19200 Select the desired baud rate by depressing the “E” key. 13. Depress the “C” key to display the following screen FRNT BIT RATE → FRNT DATA LGTH ← FRNT STOP BITS FRONT PORT 14.
  • Page 218 MODEM COMMUNICATION TO ABB RELAYS FRNT STOP BITS The selections for Stop Bits are 1 or 2. 21. Depress the “E” key to accept the selections. 22. Depress the “C” key to back out of the relay and accept the settings when prompted by the front panel interface.
  • Page 219 MODEM COMMUNICATION TO ABB RELAYS Figure 35. Hyperterminal Setup Screen 3. Once the OK icon has been depressed, the screen for port setup will be displayed. Note that the port setup menu is illustrated for display and COM 1 selection is highlighted for this example and selection.
  • Page 220 MODEM COMMUNICATION TO ABB RELAYS Figure 37. COM Port Settings Configuration Screen The configuration process for this step is now complete. Step 5 – Configuration of the Modem Parameters for the Local and Remote Sites The US Robotics modems used (Model 002806- V.Everything) have commands similar to those of the previous US Robotic modems.
  • Page 221 MODEM COMMUNICATION TO ABB RELAYS Additional tips are covered in the following tips for LOCAL modem configuration (that modem attached to the HYPERTERMINAL Personal Computer) and the REMOTE modem (that modem attached to the REL512). Attach the cable from the PC to the modem undergoing the configuration process.
  • Page 222 MODEM COMMUNICATION TO ABB RELAYS REMOTE MODEM The configuration requirements for the remote modem vary slightly from the local modem. configured commands in the REMOTE modem are illustrated in Figure 39. The parameters configured in your remote modem may be accessible using the command AT&I4.
  • Page 223 MODEM COMMUNICATION TO ABB RELAYS Figure 39. Remote Modem Settings As described in for the local modem, the following dipswitches could be configured for power-up auto- configuration: Dipswitch Positions are: POSITION 1 –UP = DTR Always ON POSITION 2 –UP = VERBAL RESULTS CODE POSITION 3 –UP = SUPPRESS RESULTS CODE...
  • Page 224 MODEM COMMUNICATION TO ABB RELAYS Figure 40. ATDT Sample String and Successful Connection Banner If the modem does not connect, then the REL512 may have been sending its time string during the dial up procedure. If this is the case, redial or modify the reconnect tries in the S19 register.
  • Page 225 MODEM COMMUNICATION TO ABB RELAYS Example 4 – Connection of a REL512 ASCII Serial Port 2 (Rear Port) to Hyperterminal Software The REL512 has settings capabilities configurable and viewable via its rear com port (which is a DTE RS232 port). Any dumb terminal emulator is able to connect to the rear port and synchronize with the unit to allow visualization of the REL512 parameters.
  • Page 226 Edit Settings One must enter the CORRECT password to change the relay settings for this procedure. The default password for the REL512 is “ABB” (without the quotation marks). If the password has been changed, please enter the correct password as follows: •...
  • Page 227 MODEM COMMUNICATION TO ABB RELAYS 5. Depress the left arrow “←” key to accept the settings and proceed to the next menu which is shown Sys Settings → Act Settings Edit Settings Depress “E” so that the System Settings may be changed.
  • Page 228 MODEM COMMUNICATION TO ABB RELAYS 13. Depress the “C” key to display the following screen REAR BIT RATE → REAR DATA LGTH ← REAR STOP BITS REAR PORT 14. One must then select the Front panel data length depress the “→” to reveal the following screen.
  • Page 229 MODEM COMMUNICATION TO ABB RELAYS 21. Depress the “E” key to accept the selections. 22. Depress the “C” key to back out of the relay and accept the settings when prompted by the REAR panel interface. Step 4: The REL512 Serial Port 2 is able to be configured for RS232 or RS485 connectivity. The configuration procedure is achieved via jumpers located near the Serial Port 2 interface on the relay.
  • Page 230 MODEM COMMUNICATION TO ABB RELAYS Figure 43. Hyperterminal Selection Screen Figure 44. Hyperterminal Setup Screen 3. Once the OK icon has been depressed, the screen for port setup will be displayed. Note that the port setup menu is illustrated for display and COM 1 selection is highlighted for this example and selection.
  • Page 231 MODEM COMMUNICATION TO ABB RELAYS 5. Once the OK pushbutton is depressed, the screen depicted in Figure 46 is presented to the operator. AT commands can now be typed to configure the modem with the appropriate parameters for operation in this system.
  • Page 232 MODEM COMMUNICATION TO ABB RELAYS Figure 47. Hyperterminal Screen for Data Communication Entry Steps 6 and 7 – Configuration of the Modem Parameters for the Local and Remote Sites The US Robotics modems used (Model 002806- V.Everything) have commands similar to those of the previous US Robotic modems.
  • Page 233 MODEM COMMUNICATION TO ABB RELAYS REL512). Attach the cable from the PC to the modem undergoing the configuration process. It is advisable to label each modem location since the LOCAL modem will be configured slightly differently from the remote modem.
  • Page 234 MODEM COMMUNICATION TO ABB RELAYS REMOTE MODEM The configuration requirements for the remote modem vary slightly from the local modem. configured commands in the REMOTE modem are illustrated in Figure 49. The parameters configured in your remote modem may be accessible using the command AT&I4.
  • Page 235 MODEM COMMUNICATION TO ABB RELAYS Figure 49. Remote Modem Settings As described in for the local modem, the following dipswitches could be configured for power-up auto- configuration: Dipswitch Positions are: POSITION 1 –DOWN = DTR Always ON POSITION 2 –UP = VERBAL RESULTS CODE POSITION 3 –UP = SUPPRESS RESULTS CODE...
  • Page 236 MODEM COMMUNICATION TO ABB RELAYS Figure 50. ATDT Sample String and Successful Connection Banner If the modem does not connect, then the REL512 may have been sending its time string during the dial up procedure. If this is the case, redial or modify the reconnect tries in the S19 register.
  • Page 237 ABB relays have been proven to operate reliably with many manufacturers modems. Careful system configuration is the key to a successful project installation. It is hoped that this rudimentary application note assists the user in the task of easily and flawlessly attaching a modem to ABB products. Page 47 of 47...

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