Deif PICUS PPM 300 User Manual

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PICUS MANUAL

Protection and Power Management

PPM 300

Document no.: 4189341080C

1. Introduction

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1.1

About PICUS................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 8

1.1.1 Introduction to PICUS.................................................................................................................................................................................................................8

1.2

About the PICUS manual..................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 8

1.2.1 General purpose.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................8

1.2.2 Intended users of the PICUS manual............................................................................................................................................................................. 8

1.2.3

Where to find or configure information...........................................................................................................................................................................9

1.2.4

Software versions....................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 10

1.2.5

Technical support........................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 10

1.2.6 List of technical documentation for PPM 300.........................................................................................................................................................11

1.3

Warnings and safety............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 12

1.3.1 Safety during operation.......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 12

1.4

Legal information.....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................13

1.4.1 Disclaimers .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................13

1.4.2 Open source software............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 13

1.4.3 Trademarks..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 13

1.4.4 Copyright...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................13

2. Getting started with PICUS

2.1

Requirements..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................14

2.1.1

System requirements...............................................................................................................................................................................................................14

2.2 Download........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 14

2.2.1 Downloading PICUS.................................................................................................................................................................................................................14

2.3

Installation......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................17

2.3.1

Installation prerequisites........................................................................................................................................................................................................17

2.3.2

Install PICUS..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................17

2.4 Ethernet connection..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................21

2.4.1 Connect your computer..........................................................................................................................................................................................................21

2.5

Launch...............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................22

2.5.1

Launching PICUS....................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 22

2.6 PICUS overview.........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................22

2.6.1 Screen layout.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................22

2.6.2 Regional settings.........................................................................................................................................................................................................................24

2.6.3 About information........................................................................................................................................................................................................................25

2.6.4

Notifications.....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................26

3. Connection

3.1 Introduction...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................29

3.1.1

Introduction......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................29

3.2 Page layout....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................30

3.2.1 Connect page................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 30

3.3

Tasks................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 32

3.3.1

Log on to controller(s)............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 32

3.3.2

Change logged on user..........................................................................................................................................................................................................33

3.3.3 Disconnect from controller(s).............................................................................................................................................................................................34

3.3.4 Open offline project................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 34

3.3.5 Connect host.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 35

3.3.6 Connect all.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................36

3.3.7 Initial download (Initial DL)...................................................................................................................................................................................................36

4. Date and time

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Introduction...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................38

4.1.1 Introduction......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................38

4.2

Page layout....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................38

4.2.1 Date and time page...................................................................................................................................................................................................................38

4.3 Tasks................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 40

4.3.1 Configure date and time........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 40

5. Permissions

5.1 Introduction...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................41

5.1.1 Introduction......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................41

5.2 Page layouts.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................41

5.2.1 Groups page...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................41

5.2.2 Users page...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 43

5.3 Tasks................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 45

5.3.1 Configure groups.........................................................................................................................................................................................................................45

5.3.2

Create a new blank group.................................................................................................................................................................................................... 45

5.3.3

Create a new copied group................................................................................................................................................................................................. 46

5.3.4

Edit a group.....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................46

5.3.5 Delete a group...............................................................................................................................................................................................................................47

5.3.6 Write groups to the controller.............................................................................................................................................................................................47

5.3.7 Broadcast groups to selected controller(s).............................................................................................................................................................. 47

5.3.8 Configure users............................................................................................................................................................................................................................49

5.3.9 Create a new blank user....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 49

5.3.10

Create a new copied user.................................................................................................................................................................................................... 50

5.3.11

Edit a user........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 50

5.3.12

Delete a user..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................50

5.3.13 Write users to the controller................................................................................................................................................................................................50

5.3.14 Broadcast users to selected controller(s)................................................................................................................................................................. 51

Single-line diagram

6.

6.1 Introduction...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................53

6.1.1 Introduction......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................53

6.1.2 Components................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 53

6.1.3 Busbar colours..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................59

6.1.4 Diagram icons............................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 59

6.2

Page layout....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................60

6.2.1 Single-line page........................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 60

6.3 Tasks................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 61

6.3.1 Configure the single-line diagram...................................................................................................................................................................................61

6.3.2 Add a component........................................................................................................................................................................................................................61

6.3.3

Configure a component..........................................................................................................................................................................................................62

6.3.4

Move a component.................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 62

6.3.5

Delete a component..................................................................................................................................................................................................................63

6.3.6 Create a ring busbar.................................................................................................................................................................................................................63

6.3.7 Refresh the single-line diagram....................................................................................................................................................................................... 66

6.3.8 Clear and reset the single-line diagram..................................................................................................................................................................... 67

6.3.9 Broadcast the single-line diagram..................................................................................................................................................................................67

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7. Input/outputs

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7.1

Introduction...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................69

7.1.1 Introduction......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................69

7.2

Page layout....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................70

7.2.1 Input/output page........................................................................................................................................................................................................................70

7.3 Digital input pages..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................72

7.3.1 Alarms page....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................72

7.3.2 Functions page............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 74

7.4 Digital output pages.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 76

7.4.1 Relay setup page........................................................................................................................................................................................................................76

7.4.2

Alarms page....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................78

7.4.3

Function page................................................................................................................................................................................................................................79

7.5

Analogue input pages..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................81

7.5.1

Introduction to analogue inputs........................................................................................................................................................................................ 81

7.5.2

Functions page............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 82

7.5.3 Sensor setup page.....................................................................................................................................................................................................................83

7.5.4 Alarms page....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................86

7.6 Analogue output pages......................................................................................................................................................................................................................89

7.6.1 Introduction to analogue outputs.....................................................................................................................................................................................89

7.6.2

Function page................................................................................................................................................................................................................................89

7.6.3

Output setup................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 90

7.7 Tasks................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 93

7.7.1 Configure the terminal name..............................................................................................................................................................................................93

7.7.2 Configure custom alarm(s).................................................................................................................................................................................................. 93

7.7.3 Configure function(s)................................................................................................................................................................................................................95

7.7.4

Configure the relay setup......................................................................................................................................................................................................95

7.7.5

Configure the sensor setup................................................................................................................................................................................................. 97

7.7.6

Configure the output setup.................................................................................................................................................................................................. 99

Parameters

8.

8.1

Introduction................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................102

8.1.1

Introduction...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................102

8.2 Page layout.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................104

8.2.1 Parameters page......................................................................................................................................................................................................................104

8.3

Tasks................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................105

8.3.1

Configure parameters...........................................................................................................................................................................................................105

CustomLogic

9.

9.1

Introduction................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................108

9.1.1

Introduction...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................108

9.1.2 Ladder logic..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................108

9.1.3 CustomLogic restrictions....................................................................................................................................................................................................109

9.2 Page layout.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................110

9.2.1

Project overview page.......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 110

9.2.2

Element setup page............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 112

9.3 CustomLogic elements....................................................................................................................................................................................................................113

9.3.1 Element overview.....................................................................................................................................................................................................................113

9.3.2 Function blocks..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................115

9.3.3 Variables.........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................116

9.4

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9.4.1 Overview.........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................117

9.4.2 Create a CustomLogic project........................................................................................................................................................................................117

9.4.3

Create a logic line with CustomLogic elements.................................................................................................................................................118

9.4.4

Configure a CustomLogic element..............................................................................................................................................................................119

9.4.5

Enable CustomLogic............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 121

9.4.6 CustomLogic state output..................................................................................................................................................................................................121

9.4.7 View active logic....................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 121

9.5 Basic examples.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................122

9.5.1 Logical functions.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................122

9.5.2 Example 1: External light activates when system is in AUTO................................................................................................................126

9.5.3 Example 2: External light flashes when system is under switchboard control...........................................................................128

9.6 Advanced examples........................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 130

9.6.1 Example 1: Activate an external component until push-button is pressed................................................................................... 130

9.6.2 Example 2: Basic inter-controller communication........................................................................................................................................... 134

9.6.3 Example 3: Start genset engine....................................................................................................................................................................................137

9.6.4 Example 4: Power management rules dependent on bus tie breaker position......................................................................... 141

10. Live data

10.1 Introduction................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................145

10.1.1 Introduction...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................145

10.1.2 Views.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................145

10.2 Page layout.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................149

10.2.1 Live data page............................................................................................................................................................................................................................149

10.3

Tasks................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................150

10.3.1 View Live data............................................................................................................................................................................................................................150

Supervision

11.

11.1

Introduction................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................152

11.1.1 Introduction...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................152

11.1.2 Busbar colours........................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 152

11.1.3 Diagram icons............................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 152

11.2

Page layout.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................153

11.2.1

Supervision page..................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 153

11.3 Tasks................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 154

11.3.1 Review supervision................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 154

Alarms

12.

12.1 Introduction................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................155

12.1.1 Introduction...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................155

12.2

Page layout.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................156

12.2.1

Alarms page.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................156

12.2.2

Alarm notification window.................................................................................................................................................................................................. 157

12.3 Tasks................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 158

12.3.1 Review and handle alarms............................................................................................................................................................................................... 158

12.3.2 View alarm details................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 158

12.3.3

Acknowledge an unacknowledged alarm.............................................................................................................................................................. 159

12.3.4

Reset all latches....................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 159

12.3.5

Shelve an alarm........................................................................................................................................................................................................................160

12.3.6 Unshelve an alarm..................................................................................................................................................................................................................161

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Remove an alarm from service..................................................................................................................................................................................... 161

12.3.8 Return an alarm to service................................................................................................................................................................................................162

13. Log

13.1 Introduction................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................163

13.1.1 Introduction...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................163

13.2 Page layout.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................163

13.2.1 Log page........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 163

13.3 Tasks................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 164

13.3.1

Review log entries...................................................................................................................................................................................................................164

14. Emulation

14.1 Introduction................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................166

14.1.1

Introduction...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................166

14.1.2

Enable emulation..................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 166

14.1.3

Busbar colours...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................166

14.1.4 Diagram icons............................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 166

14.2

Page layout.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................168

14.2.1 Emulation input/output page............................................................................................................................................................................................168

14.2.2

Emulation emulator page...................................................................................................................................................................................................169

14.3 Tasks................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 170

14.3.1 Configure emulation loads................................................................................................................................................................................................ 170

14.3.2 Apply or remove emulation load(s).............................................................................................................................................................................171

14.3.3 Simulate input/output............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 172

14.3.4 Emulator options...................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 173

15. Backups

15.1 Introduction................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................174

15.1.1 Introduction...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................174

15.1.2

Backing up information........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 174

15.1.3

Back up or restore restrictions....................................................................................................................................................................................... 174

15.2 Page layout.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................175

15.2.1 Backup page............................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 175

15.2.2 Restore page...............................................................................................................................................................................................................................176

15.3

Tasks................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................177

15.3.1

Back up or restore a configuration..............................................................................................................................................................................177

15.3.2

Create a backup file...............................................................................................................................................................................................................177

15.3.3 Restore or broadcast from a folder.............................................................................................................................................................................178

15.3.4 Broadcast from the connected controller............................................................................................................................................................... 182

Firmware

16.

16.1 Introduction................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................185

16.1.1 Introduction...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................185

16.1.2 Installation prerequisites.....................................................................................................................................................................................................185

16.2

Page layout.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................186

16.2.1

Update controller(s) page.................................................................................................................................................................................................. 186

16.2.2

Update display(s) page....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 187

16.3 Tasks................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 189

16.3.1 Download PPM firmware....................................................................................................................................................................................................189

16.3.2

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Install firmware...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................191

17. Report

17.1 Introduction................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................192

17.1.1 Introduction...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................192

17.2 Page layout.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................192

17.2.1 Report page................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 192

17.2.2 Report preview page............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 193

17.3 Tasks................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 194

17.3.1

Create and print report.........................................................................................................................................................................................................194

18. Troubleshooting

18.1 Connections.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 195

18.1.1

Unable to see any controllers......................................................................................................................................................................................... 195

18.2 Notifications.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 196

18.2.1

Notification windows not displaying............................................................................................................................................................................196

18.3 Firmware.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................196

18.3.1

Firmware update issues......................................................................................................................................................................................................196

18.4 Files...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................197

18.4.1 Unable to locate file(s)......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 197

18.5 Broadcast.....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................198

18.5.1

Unsuccessful broadcast attempt(s)............................................................................................................................................................................198

19. Glossary

19.1 Terms and abbreviations................................................................................................................................................................................................................199

19.1.1

Terms and abbreviations.................................................................................................................................................................................................... 199

19.2 Units..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................203

19.2.1 Units...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................203

19.3 Symbols.........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................204

19.3.1 Symbols for notes....................................................................................................................................................................................................................204

19.3.2

Menus and icon symbols....................................................................................................................................................................................................205

19.3.3

Single-line symbols................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 209

19.3.4 Supervision symbols............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 210

19.3.5 Emulation symbols..................................................................................................................................................................................................................210

19.3.6 CustomLogic symbols.......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 212

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1. Introduction

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1.1 About PICUS

1.1.1 Introduction to PICUS

Power In Control Utility Software

PICUS for short.

PICUS is the PC software utility interface to the ML 300 controllers.

With PICUS you can easily configure and commission your controllers, and supervise their operation.

PICUS features:

• Creating and maintaining of users and permissions.

• Configuring and commissioning.

• CustomLogic.

• Creating and maintaining of the single-line diagrams.

• Sending commands.

• Supervision (read out) of data and information.

• Live data information.

• Alarm handling.

• Emulation of the system.

• Updating and applying firmware.

• Creating and restoring backup files.

• Working on an offline project.

1.2 About the PICUS manual

1.2.1 General purpose

This is the PICUS manual for DEIF’s Power in Control Utility Software. The PICUS manual provides information and
guidance to use the utility software with the ML 300 controllers.

1.2.2

The PICUS manual is intended for both designers and operators of the system. This includes, where applicable, creating the
single-line diagram*, setting the controller parameters, selecting and setting up the protections and functions, emulation*,
operation, supervision of the system.

Intended users of the PICUS manual

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* Some features are only applicable to certain controller types.

1.2.3 Where to find or configure information

Table 1.1

Task Location

Configure date and time.

Configure permission groups.

Configure permission users.

Configure single-line diagram.

Configure input/output settings.

Configure parameter settings.

Controller and system settings

Tools > Date and time

See Date and time for more information.

Tools > Advanced > Permissions > Groups

See Permissions for more information.

Tools > Advanced > Permissions > Users

See Permissions for more information.

Configure > Single-line

See Single-line diagram for more information.

Configure > Input/output

See Input/outputs for more information.

Configure > Parameters

See Parameters for more information.

Configure CustomLogic.

Table 1.2 Operation and supervision

Task Location

View or action alarms.

View Live data.

Supervise the system.

Emulate the system.

Configure > CustomLogic

See CustomLogic for more information.

Alarms

See Alarms for more information.

Live data

See Live data for more information.

Supervision

See Supervision for more information.

Configure > Emulation

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Task Location

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Emulate the system.

See Emulation for more information.

View the event log.

Table 1.3 Utility and maintenance

Task Location

Back up or restore settings.

Update firmware software.

Select and print settings.

Log

See Log for more information.

Tools > Backups

See Backups for more information.

Tools > Advanced > Firmware

See Firmware for more information.

Tools > Report

See Report for more information.

1.2.4 Software versions

The information in this document corresponds to the following software versions.

Table 1.4

Software Details Version

PCM APPL Controller application 1.0.5.x

DU APPL Display unit application 1.0.5.x

PICUS PC software 1.0.3.x

Software versions

1.2.5 Technical support

You can read about service and support options on the DEIF website, www.deif.com. You can also find contact details on the
DEIF website.

You have the following options if you need technical support:

• Help: The display unit includes context-sensitive help.

• Technical documentation: Download all the product technical documentation from the DEIF website:

www.deif.com/documentation

• Training: DEIF regularly offers training courses at the DEIF offices worldwide.

• Support: DEIF offers 24-hour support. See www.deif.com for contact details. There may be a DEIF subsidiary located near
you. You can also e-mail [e-mail].

• Service: DEIF engineers can help with design, commissioning, operating and optimisation.

1.2.6

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List of technical documentation for PPM 300

Document Contents

• System description and functions

• Technical specifications

Data sheet

Quick start guide

Designer's handbook

Installation instructions

Commissioning guidelines

• Each controller type
◦ Applications, hardware, functions and protections

• Hardware modules, display unit, and accessories

• Ordering information

• Mounting

• Connecting wiring

• PICUS (PC software)
◦ Download and install
◦ Controller configuration

• Display unit overview

• System principles

• AC configuration and nominal settings

• Protections and alarms

• Breakers, synchronisation and de-loading

• Regulation

• Power management

• Each controller type
◦ Principles, sequences, functions and protections

• Hardware characteristics and configuration

• PICUS (including permissions)

• CustomLogic

• Emulation

• Modbus

• Tools and materials

• Mounting

• Minimum wiring for each controller type

• Wiring for hardware module terminals

• Wiring for controller functions

• Wiring communication

• Wiring the display unit

• Tools, software and information required

• Controller, system and equipment checks

• Regulator tuning

• System testing

• Troubleshooting

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• Controller equipment (push-buttons and LEDs)

• Operating the system

Operator's manual

PICUS manual Using PICUS and CustomLogic

Modbus tables

• Alarms and log

• Using the display unit

• Troubleshooting and maintenance

• Modbus address list
◦ PLC addresses
◦ Corresponding controller functions

• Descriptions for function codes, function groups

1.3 Warnings and safety

1.3.1 Safety during operation

PICUS is a tool for designing, emulating, commissioning, and servicing the controller system.

DANGER!
Do not use PICUS to change the controller configuration during operation. PICUS does not include all the
safeguards required by class societies.

It is possible to connect several PCs running PICUS to the system at the same time, in addition to display units for each
controller. You must therefore ensure that a controller does not simultaneously receive conflicting information from PICUS
and/or the display units, especially during commissioning and servicing.

Simultaneous configuration changes example

If two conflicting configuration changes are made simultaneously, using PICUS and the display unit respectively,
then only the last change that the controller receives is implemented. The controller does not send an error or info
message about the change that it ignores.

Simultaneous commands example

If two conflicting commands are sent simultaneously, using two different computers running PICUS, then only the
first command that the controller receives is effective. The controller sends an error or info message about the
command that it does not execute.

1.4 Legal information

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1.4.1 Disclaimers

DEIF takes no responsibility for the installation or operation of the genset. Contact the genset company if you have any
doubt about how to install or operate the genset.

CAUTION

The DEIF equipment must not be opened by unauthorised personnel. If opened, the warranty is void.

INFO

You may remove, replace, or add a hardware module to the controller rack without losing the warranty. However,
you must follow DEIF's procedure.

Disclaimer

DEIF A/S reserves the right to change any of the contents of this document without prior notice.

1.4.2 Open source software

This product contains open source software licensed under, for example, the GNU General Public License (GNU GPL) and
GNU Lesser Public License (GNU LGPL). The source code for this software can be obtained by contacting DEIF at
[e-mail]. DEIF reserves the right to charge for the cost of the service.

1.4.3 Trademarks

DEIF, power in control and the DEIF logo are trademarks of DEIF A/S.

Modbus is a registered trademark of Schneider Automation Inc.

Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries.

Bonjour is a registered trademark of Apple Inc. in the United States and other countries.

All trademarks are the properties of their respective owners.

1.4.4 Copyright

© Copyright DEIF A/S 2017. All rights reserved.

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2. Getting started with PICUS

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2.1 Requirements

2.1.1 System requirements

Table 2.1

Component Requirement(s) Notes

Operating system

Free disk space

Memory Minimum 2 GB RAM

Network interface

Screen resolution Minimum 1024 x 768 pixels

Display

Browser

PDF save

PDF reader Acrobat Reader 8.0 or higher To read PDF report

PICUS requirements

Windows 7 (32-bit or 64-bit) Service pack 1 or above

Windows 8.1 Professional

Windows 10

• 25 MB for PICUS installation

• 5 MB for Bonjour installation

• 2 GB or more of free disk space

Network adaptor with 1 free Ethernet
port

Graphics hardware acceleration
requires a DirectX10 graphics card

• Internet Explorer 8, 9, 10, or 11

• Mozilla Firefox 10.x or a later version

• Apple Safari 5

• Google Chrome 17.x

PDF document software such as DoPdf
or CutePDF

To connect your computer to the
controller

Creates PDF document from the report
data

INFO

Bonjour is not installed as part
of the PICUS installation.

CAUTION

Due to the way that Windows allows access to network files and folders, it may not be possible to access these with
PICUS. Files should therefore be opened and saved locally on your computer. This includes opening the firmware
updates and loading or saving backups.

2.2 Download

2.2.1 Downloading PICUS

INFO

You can download PICUS by submitting your email address via the DEIF website. A download link is then be sent to
you to download the PICUS installer.

To download PICUS, please follow the following steps:

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1. Visit the DEIF website at: www.deif.com.

2. Select Software

•

3. Under Software select Software download.

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4. Choose Multi-line 300, PICUS ver. 1.x.x software from the available list.

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5. Submit your email address to receive a download link to the software.

•

6. Follow the link in the email to download PICUS to your computer.

INFO

Direct link to software downloads:

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2.3 Installation

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2.3.1 Installation prerequisites

PICUS uses Bonjour for the network detection on the DEIF network.

CAUTION

You must install Bonjour , or already have this installed on your computer.

Please refer to Apple's support page for Bonjour , regarding information and downloading.

http://www.apple.com/support/bonjour/

If you are unable to see any controllers on the Connect page, see Troubleshooting, Connections for more
information and assistance.

2.3.2 Install PICUS

Install PICUS

INFO

Ensure you have closed any running version of PICUS before installing or reinstalling.

INFO

DEIF recommends that you close all other applications before installing.

CAUTION

You must install Bonjour , if you do not already have this installed on your computer. This service is used for the
network detection on the DEIF network.

1. Launch the PICUS installer from your computer:

•

• Select Next > to proceed to the next step.

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2. Confirm the folder location to install PICUS on your computer:

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•

•

INFO

It is recommended to install in the default folder, although you can alter this if necessary by using

Browse ... and selecting a desired folder location.

• Select Next > to proceed to the next step.

3. Confirm the start menu folder for PICUS shortcuts:

•

•

INFO

It is recommended to leave this as the default location.

• Change the default if required.

• Select Next > to proceed to the next step.

4. Select additional tasks, creating a desktop icon.

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• Change the default if required.

• Select Next > to proceed to the next step.

5. You are now ready to install PICUS.

•

• If you wish to make any changes to the installation settings, use the < Back button to return to a previous
step.

• Select Install

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to start the installation process.

6. A status is shown as the installation progresses.

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•

7. The installation is now complete for PICUS.

•

• Select Finish to complete the installation for PICUS.

8. To run PICUS, locate where you have installed PICUS on your computer or use the desktop shortcut created by the
installer.

•

INFO

Depending upon the security settings of your computer, you may see a Windows User Account Control
(UAC) notification shield on the desktop shortcut. Launching PICUS displays a UAC confirmation prompt,
select Yes to launch PICUS.

2.4 Ethernet connection

Service PC

(PICUS)

PCM3.1

Controller

3

PSM3.1

Multi-line 300

EtherCAT

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2.4.1 Connect your computer

To use PICUS with one or more controllers you need an Ethernet cable and an available Ethernet port on your computer.

CAUTION

The DEIF controllers do not include a firewall or other Internet security measures. It is the customer's own
responsibility to protect the network. DEIF therefore recommends only connecting the controllers to local networks.

INFO

The connected controllers communicate with each other over the DEIF Ethernet network. You can therefore connect
to any controller in the network by plugging into any other controller on the same network.

See Hardware characteristics and configuration, DEIF Ethernet network in the Designer's handbook for
more information about communication possibilities and Ethernet cable requirements.

INFO

DEIF recommends using PCM port 3, although you can use any free Ethernet port on the PCM or display unit.

Figure 2.1 Example recommended connection

CAUTION

It is recommended to directly connect your computer to one of the controllers. Connection via a network or USB
network adaptor may cause loss of communication or poor communication performance.

Before launching PICUS, connect your computer as follows:

1. Plug one end of the Ethernet cable into a free Ethernet port on your computer.

2. Plug the other end of the Ethernet cable into either PCM port 3 (recommended) or any available Ethernet port on the
PCM module.

CAUTION

Do not use any of the red EtherCAT ports on the PSM. These are not for connecting a service computer.

3. You are now ready to launch PICUS and access any controller in the DEIF network.

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2.5.1 Launching PICUS

To launch PICUS from your computer:

1. Locate the folder where PICUS has been installed.

INFO

Installed location may differ if you have chosen an alternative location.

• Example default folder: C:\Program files (x86)\DEIF\PICUS*

2. Launch PICUS from the installed folder.

INFO

During the Windows installation you can also add a shortcut to the desktop. You can launch PICUS
desktop icon.

* Default folder location can vary by the operating system you are using.

from the

2.6 PICUS overview

2.6.1 Screen layout

The basic layout for PICUS is shown below. The layout for each page is shown at the beginning of each section in this
document for easy reference.

INFO

The available features shown in PICUS depend upon the permissions of the logged on user. Some features may be
read only or not visible.

Figure 2.2 PICUS typical screen layout

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No. Item Notes

1. Page menu

Selects a page.
Selected page is highlighted.

2. Page content Content for the selected page.

• User name

3. Status bar

• Controller type

• Connected controller label

• Generator status

4. Window controls Minimise, maximise with taskbar, maximise full screen, or close PICUS.

5. About PICUS Software, operating system, and support contact information.

6. Additional page content Additional information for the selected page.

7. Right side panel Additional menu or actions for the selected page.

8. Page icons Page icons or actions.

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Table 2.2 PICUS page icons

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Page Icon Notes

• Connect or disconnect from controller(s).

Connect

• Switch logged on user.

• Open an offline project.

Live data View current operating information.

• View and supervise the controller(s).

Supervision*

• See hardware module settings.

• Operate basic commands.

• View alarm list.

Alarm*

• Action alarm(s).

• Box [ number ] indicates how many active alarms require acknowledging.

Log* View events recorded during operation.

• View or configure date and time settings.

• Create, save, or broadcast backups from settings.

Tools*

• Create and print report.

• Access advanced features:
◦ View or configure group and user permissions.
◦ Apply firmware upgrade.

• View or configure single line diagram.

• Access emulation.

Configure*

• View or configure input/output settings.

• View or configure parameter settings.

• View or configure CustomLogic.

* These pages can be restricted by the permissions of the logged on user profile.

2.6.2 Regional settings

PICUS uses your computer's regional settings for both display and entry of values. This applies to numeric and character
values.

INFO

All default values in the Designer's handbook are described using the English (UK) regional setting. Your local
settings may be different.

Figure 2.3 Example of regional settings from Windows 10

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CAUTION

To avoid configuration errors DEIF recommends checking your regional settings before configuring any values.

2.6.3

You can view the about information by selecting the DEIF logo from any page. This displays the about information
page.

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About information

INFO

The about information can be useful for if you need to contact DEIF support for assistance.

Figure 2.4 About information page

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No. Item Notes

1. Software versions

2. General OS information

3. Controller information Shows details for the connected and logged on controller.

4. Contact and support

PICUS version.

REST version.

Shows details of your computer's operating system.

Shows DEIF's contact and support information, including a direct link to the
DEIF helpdesk.

2.6.4 Notifications

Information notification (blue)

During operation, you can be advised about events that occur with a blue notification window.

Figure 2.5 Example information notification

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No. Item Notes

1. Information details Description of the information.

2. Close
Close the notification window.

Alarm notification (red)

During operation, if an alarm is activated in the system, you are advised about the alarm with a red notification window.

Figure 2.6

Example alarm notification

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1. Alarm details Description of the alarm that occurs.

2. Value Value and action for the alarm.

3. Go to alarm

4. Close

Go to alarm page to view the alarm(s).

Close the notification window.

3. Connection

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3.1.1 Introduction

The Connect page allows you to connect or disconnect from the controller(s). You can also open an offline project, connect
directly to a known host, or only if necessary, install the initial download of firmware to a controller.

INFO

Initial download (option Initial DL) of firmware can only be done if the controller has become stuck in Service mode,
or that the controller does not have ANY software already installed. In all other cases firmware should be upgraded
via the Firmware page in PICUS.

Access connections under Connect

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3.2.1 Connect page

Figure 3.1 Connect page

No. Item Notes

1. Connect page Selected page is highlighted.

2. Controller list List of available controller(s) or previously opened local file(s).

3. Controller information

4. Connection state

• Controller ID

• Controller type

• Host name

• Label

Blank (No dot shown) shows a controller is not connected, but is available
for connection.

Small green dot shows a logged on controller.

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4. Connection state

5. Selected controller info

6. Connection options

Large green dot shows a logged on and connected controller.

Red dot shows a controller is not available for connection.

Summary information for the selected controller in the list.

• Controller ID

• Controller type (Label)

• IPv4 mode

• IPv4 address (static)

• IPv6 address

• REST version

• Software version

• Software revision

• Serial number

• SMD BOM revision

• Leaded BOM number

INFO

Information shown can vary depending upon the type of controller
shown.

Change the logged on User to a different user.

Open an offline project.

7. File options

INFO

This is a project file of the controller settings created with the
Backups feature.

Connect to a known Host directly.

8. Controller options
Log on to All listed controller(s).

Start Initial DL (Download) of firmware to controller(s).

9. Actions

Connect to selected controller(s).

Disconnect from all controllers.

Quickly change the connected controller

You can quickly switch the connected controller by double-clicking on any other controller.

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If the other controller is already logged on or has the same permissions, PICUS logs on and connects to the new controller

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with the same user already logged on.

If the other controller is not logged on or does not have the same permissions, PICUS prompts you to select and confirm the
user name and password for the other controller.

INFO

When connecting to several controllers at the same time, you are prompted for the user and password. Using
Cancel from the prompt cancels all the connection attempts.

3.3 Tasks

3.3.1 Log on to controller(s)

To access any controller you need to log on with a user and a password.

Connecting to a controller with PICUS

To connect to a controller, or open a local file, perform the following steps:

1. Select the Connect page where you can see a list of the available controllers or local files.

2. Select the controller(s) or offline project file(s) you wish to access from the list.

3. Select the Connect icon at the bottom right to connect to the selected controller(s).

4. You are prompted to select a user and enter a password.

5. Select the required user from the available list.

6. Enter the password for the selected user.

7. Select Logon to log on and connect to the controller(s).

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• The state for the controller is updated:

•

If you encounter any problems with connecting, see Troubleshooting, for more information on connection
problems and solutions.

3.3.2 Change logged on user

You can easily switch the currently logged on user in PICUS for the controller(s) already logged on.

To change the currently logged on user, perform the following steps:

1. Select the Connect

2. Highlight the already logged on and connected controller from the list:

•

3. Select User from the right side panel.

4. You are prompted to select a user and enter a password.

page.

5. Select the required user from the available list.

6. Enter the password for the selected user.

7. Select Logon.

The logged on user now changes to the new user.

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This does not affect which controller is currently connected.

3.3.3 Disconnect from controller(s)

1. Select the Connect page.

2. Select Disconnect from the bottom right.

INFO

All logged on controllers are now disconnected.

3.3.4 Open offline project

To open a previously created offline project, perform the following steps:

1. Select the Connect page.

2. Select Open from the right side panel.

• A prompt is shown on screen:

3. Locate the folder where the offline project was previously created:

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◦ The folder is added to the Connect page list.

4. Highlight the folder from the list and select Connect .

• Log on to the offline project with a user and password.

◦ You can now access the offline project and configure settings.

5. Select OK to open the local file from that folder.

• If you are not already logged on:

◦ PICUS prompts you to logon:

◦

• If you are already logged on or connected to a controller, PICUS attempts to log on with the same user name and

password.

3.3.5 Connect host

To connect directly to a known or previously connected host.

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1. Select Host from the right side panel.

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• A prompt is shown on screen:

2. Enter the host name or select a previously connected host from the available list.

3. Select Connect to connect to the host.

• PICUS attempts to log on with the same user name and password.

3.3.6 Connect all

To log on to ALL of the controllers listed.

1. Select All from the right side panel.

• PICUS attempts to log on with the same user name and password, if this is not possible you are prompted to confirm

alternative logon credentials.

3.3.7 Initial download (Initial DL)

Controllers supplied by DEIF contain the necessary application software pre-installed.

CAUTION

The Initial DL option is only to be used where the firmware update has NOT been applied correctly. In all other
situations the Firmware page should be used to apply new software.

See Firmware, Introduction in this document for more information about how to apply a new software upgrade.

If a firmware update has failed, the System status LED
on the PSM3.1 flash for more than one minute. In this situation, use Initial DL to attempt to apply the software to the
controller.

INFO

If Initial DL is used on a healthy system it does not apply any update or affect the running system.

To apply an initial download, perform the following steps:

on the PCM3.1 and the Internal communication status LED

1. Select the Connect

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2. Select the required controller from the list.

•

INFO

You can only use Initial DL with only one controller at a time.

3. Select Initial DL from the right side panel.

• The firmware page is displayed.

4. Select again the required controller and the firmware package, to apply the initial download of firmware.

INFO

If you experience further problems after using Initial DL, please contact DEIF support.

Support: DEIF offers 24-hour support. See http://www.deif.com for contact details. There may be a DEIF subsidiary located
near you. You can also e-mail [e-mail].

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4.1 Introduction

4.1.1 Introduction

You can set the date and time manually using PICUS. The date and time is stored on each controller.

INFO

The date and time MUST be set correctly, as this it used for operation and logging.

Configure the date and time under Tools > Date and time.

4.2 Page layout

4.2.1 Date and time page

The Date and time page allows you to set the controller date and time.

Figure 4.1 Date and time page

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No. Item Notes

1. Controller date and time Current date and time from the controller or offline project.

2. Settings

3. Actions

Available settings.

Refresh to reload the controller settings.

Write to save the settings to the controller.

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4.3.1 Configure date and time

1. To select the date, use the date selector under Set date:

•

• 1. Forward or backward between months.

• 2. Month selected.

• 3. Jump to current date and month.

• 4. Date selected.

2. To select the time, use the time selector under Set time:

•

• Click on hours, minutes, or seconds and either:

◦ Enter the value required.
◦ Use the up or down arrow to increase or decrease the time.

3. Select Write

INFO

To reload the date and time settings from the controller, use Refresh .

from the right side panel, to save the settings to the controller.

5. Permissions

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5.1 Introduction

5.1.1 Introduction

Access to the controllers' configuration and functionality is protected with user permission access. The controller is supplied
with a number of default groups, users and passwords. You can use PICUS to configure further groups and users for your
system.

INFO

In order to benefit fully from the permissions structure, you need to set up your users and groups with careful
consideration.

CAUTION

You can only access the user permissions option if you are a member of a group that has access to that function.

Modifications within PICUS are not automatically written to the controller. You need to Write these changes to the

controller. If required you can also be Broadcast to selected controller(s).

See

Other functions, Permissions in the Designer's handbook for more information.

5.2 Page layouts

5.2.1 Groups page

The Groups page allows you to create, edit, copy, or delete the group permissions that are used by the user profiles.

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Figure 5.1 Groups page

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No. Item Notes

• List of groups on the connected controller or offline project.

• Shows number of users assigned to the group.

1. Group list and selection

• Green dot shows the group for the currently logged on user.

2. Group permissions Permissions access for the different areas of the controller software.

3. Group settings Information about the group.

4. Users action
Switch to Users permissions.

5. Actions

Refresh to reload the permissions settings.

Write to save the permissions to the controller.

6. Broadcast permissions

Broadcast the permissions to all the connected controllers.

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Create

Copy an existing group to a new group.

Group options

7.

* Save does not write the configuration to the controller, but allows you to configure several groups before writing the
configuration to the controller.

Edit the highlighted group.

Delete the highlighted group.

Save the current changes.*

Close the editing mode, if applicable.

a new group.

5.2.2 Users page

The Users page allows you to create, edit, copy, or delete the user profiles that are used to log on and connect to the
controller(s) or offline project file(s).

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Figure 5.2 Users page

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No. Item Notes

• List of users on the connected controller or offline project.

• Shows also:

◦ Group for permissions.

1. User list and selection

◦ Date created.
◦ Last logon date and time.

• Green dot

2.

User name Currently logged on user.

shows the user currently logged on.

3. User settings Information about the selected user.

4. Groups action
Switch to Groups permissions.

5. Actions

Refresh to reload the user settings.

Write to save the user settings to the controller.

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6. Broadcast

7. User options

* Save does not write the configuration to the controller, but allows you to configure several users before writing the
configuration to the controller.

Broadcast the user settings to all the connected controllers.

Create

Copy an existing user to a new user.

Edit the highlighted user.

Delete the highlighted user.

Save the current changes.*

Cancel the editing mode, if applicable.

a new user.

5.3 Tasks

5.3.1 Configure groups

Configure groups under

INFO

Always remember to Write the group settings to the controller, once you have made all of your configuration

changes. You can optionally use Broadcast to duplicate the groups to the selected controller(s).

5.3.2 Create a new blank group

1. Select Create from the options.

2. Provide a unique Name for the group.

• Optionally you can add Owner and Notes.

Tools > Advanced > Groups.

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3. Select either:

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• Save to store the new group settings.

• Cancel to abandon the creation.

4. If saved, the new group is created with No Access permissions by default.

5. With the new group still selected, select Edit from the options.

• You can now edit the group settings, if required.

6. To edit the group permissions, select a permission you wish to change from the permission list.

• The details of the group permission are shown on the right.

7. You can now select the access permission by marking the appropriate box.

8. You can also switch between any of the permissions from the permission list to edit.

9. Select either:

• Save to update the new group, including the permissions.

• Cancel

to abandon the update.

5.3.3 Create a new copied group

1. Select the group you wish to copy, from the group list.

2. Select Copy from the options.

3. Provide a new unique Name for the group.

• Both Owner and Notes are copied from the original group, and they can be changed as necessary.

4. Select either:

• Save to copy the group, including the permissions.

• Cancel to abandon the copy.

INFO

The permissions are copied from the original group. Use Edit to change them.

5.3.4 Edit a group

1. Select the group you wish to change, from the group list.

2. Select Edit from the options.

3. Change the Name, Owner or Notes as required.

4. If you wish to change the group permissions, select the permission from the list.

• The details of the group permission are shown on the right.

5. You can now select the access permission by marking the appropriate box.

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6. You can also switch between any of the permissions from the permission list to edit.

7. Select either:

• Save

• Cancel to abandon the update.

to update the group, including the permissions.

5.3.5 Delete a group

CAUTION

Deleting a group will also delete all the assigned users of that group.

INFO

The groups Administrators and Display cannot be deleted.

1. Select the group you wish to delete, from the group list.

2. Select Delete

• You are prompted to confirm the delete, and are notified of any users assigned to the group that are also deleted.

3. Select either:

• Yes to delete the group, including any assigned users.

• No to abandon the delete.

from the options.

5.3.6 Write groups to the controller

1. Select Write

• The changes are then written to the controller.

, from the right side panel.

5.3.7 Broadcast groups to selected controller(s)

INFO

Only controllers connected and logged on to from the Connect page are shown here.

CAUTION

PICUS allows you to broadcast to controller(s) even if they are not safe for commissioning. You must confirm this
override action and it is not automatic.

1. Select Broadcast , from the right side panel.

• You are prompted to select the controller(s) you wish to broadcast to:

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• indicates the controller is ready.

indicates the controller is not in switchboard mode, but can be overridden if required.

•

2. Select all the controllers you wish to broadcast the diagram to.

•

CAUTION

This must also include the controller you are directly connected and logged on to.

◦ If you select a controller that is not ready for broadcasting:

◦
◦ You must also confirm the override action at the bottom of the window:

◦

3. Select either:

• OK to broadcast to the selected controllers.

• Cancel to abandon the broadcast.

4. You are shown a broadcast summary report after using the broadcast option:

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• Successful controller(s) now have the same single-line diagram.

• See Troubleshooting, Broadcast for help with unsuccessful broadcasts.

5.3.8 Configure users

Configure users under

INFO

Always remember to Write the user settings to the controller, once you have made all of your configuration

changes. You can optionally use Broadcast to duplicate the users to the selected controller(s).

5.3.9

1. Select Create

2. Provide a unique User name for the user.

3. Select the group permission you wish to assign to this user from the available list.

4. Provide and confirm the Password for the user.

5. Select either:

Create a new blank user

from the options.

• Optionally you can add Organisation, Mobile number, Direct number, Email (primary), Email (secondary) and Notes.

• Minimum 8 characters.

• Save to store the new user.

Tools > Advanced > Users.

• Cancel

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to abandon the creation.

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1. Select the user you wish to copy, from the user list.

Create a new copied user

2. Select Copy

3. Provide a new unique Name and Password for the user.

• All other details are copied from the original user and can be changed as necessary.

4. Select either:

• Save

• Cancel to abandon the copy.

5.3.11

1. Select the user you wish to change, from the user list.

2. Select Edit

3. Confirm the users Password .

4. Select either:

Edit a user

• After entering the password, use TAB key on the keyboard or click outside of the password entry.

• The user information can then be edited.

• You can now either:
◦ Edit the details for the user.
◦ Change the user password by entering a new password.

from the options.

to copy the user.

from the options.

• Save to update the user.

• Cancel to abandon the update.

5.3.12 Delete a user

1. Select the user you wish to delete, from the user list.

2. Select Delete from the options.

3. You are prompted to confirm the delete.

4. Select either:

• Yes to delete the user.

• No to abandon the delete.

5.3.13 Write users to the controller

1. Select Write , from the right side panel.

• The changes are then written to the controller.

5.3.14

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1. Select Broadcast , from the right side panel.

Broadcast users to selected controller(s)

INFO

Only controllers connected and logged on to from the Connect page are shown here.

CAUTION

PICUS allows you to broadcast to controller(s) even if they are not safe for commissioning. You must confirm this
override action and it is not automatic.

• You are prompted to select the controller(s) you wish to broadcast to:

•

• indicates the controller is ready.

•

indicates the controller is not in switchboard mode, but can be overridden if required.

2. Select all the controllers you wish to broadcast the diagram to.

•

CAUTION

This must also include the controller you are directly connected and logged on to.

◦ If you select a controller that is not ready for broadcasting:

◦
◦ You must also confirm the override action at the bottom of the window:

◦

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• OK to broadcast to the selected controllers.

• Cancel to abandon the broadcast.

4. You are shown a broadcast summary report after using the broadcast option:

•

• Successful controller(s) now have the same single-line diagram.

• See Troubleshooting, Broadcast for help with unsuccessful broadcasts.

6. Single-line diagram

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6.1 Introduction

6.1.1 Introduction

Before configuring the single-line diagram, you must configure all of the controller's IDs by using Tools > Communication
directly from each display unit.

See Tools, Configure communication in the Operator's manual for more information.

You then need to create the single-line diagram for your system. The single-line diagram defines which type of controller(s)
you have in your system and how they are arranged.

CAUTION

A completely new controller has a Controller ID of 0 initially. It must be configured to the required ID number
otherwise the alarm Controller ID not configured becomes active.

In order for the system to operate correctly, the single-line diagram MUST be configured the same as the connected
controller types. It must therefore be created to match the electrical installation and switchboard design.

CAUTION

Alarm(s) if the single-line diagram drawn in PICUS does not match the connected equipment.

INFO

When you change the controller ID using the display unit, you must also update the controller ID in the PICUS
single-line diagram.

6.1.2 Components

Table 6.1

Icon Component Notes

Single-line components

GENSET controller Controls the genset and its generator breaker.

EMERGENCY genset
controller

SHAFT generator
controller

SHORE connection
controller

BUS TIE breaker
controller

Controls the emergency genset, generator breaker and tie breaker.

Controls the shaft generator breaker.

Controls the shore connection breaker.

Controls the bus tie breaker.

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Heavy consumer

Non-essential load A load that is disconnected to protect the busbar against imminent blackout.

GENSET controller (DG)

A load that requests power reservation before connecting. The power management
system ensures that there is enough available power for the heavy load.

Displayed information:

• Controller ID #

• Label

Configurable information:

• Controller ID #

• Label

EMERGENCY genset controller (EDG)

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Displayed information:

• Controller ID #

• Label

Configurable information:

• Controller ID #

• Label

SHAFT generator controller (SG)

Displayed information:

• Controller ID #

• Label

Configurable information:

• Controller ID #

• Label

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Displayed information:

• Controller ID #

• Label

Configurable information:

• Controller ID #

• Label

• Externally controlled

SHORE connection controller (SC) - Externally controlled

Displayed information:

• External #

• Controller ID #

• Label

Configurable information:

• Controller ID #

• Label

• Externally controlled

BUS TIE breaker controller (BTB) - Not externally controlled

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Displayed information:

• Controller ID #

• Label

Configurable information:

• Controller ID #

• Label

• Externally controlled

BUS TIE breaker controller (BTB) - Externally controlled

Displayed information:

• External #

• Controller ID #

Heavy consumer (HC)

Configurable information:

• Controller ID #

• Externally controlled

Displayed information:

• System ID

• Note

• Label

Configurable information:

• System ID

• Feedback type (fixed or variable)

• Associated controller ID

• Label

Heavy consumers are associated to controller IDs. When the HC is selected, the associated controller is shown on the
single-line diagram with a green dashed box.

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to the same controller ID.

See Power management, Heavy consumer management in the Designer's handbook for more information
regarding heavy consumers.

Non-essential load (NEL)

Displayed information:

• NEL ID

• Note

• Custom label

Configurable information:

• NEL ID

• NEL trip signal 1

• New NEL trip signal

• Custom label

Non-essential loads are associated to controller IDs. When an NEL is selected, the associated controller is shown on the
single-line diagram with a green dashed box.

INFO

The associated controller ID can be configured to any controller in the diagram. Each controller can have up to 3
non-essential loads configured. Each non-essential load can be associated to several controllers by using trip signal
setting.

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6.1.3 Busbar colours

Line Colour Notes

6.1.4 Diagram icons

Icon Colour Notes

Grey Busbar (State not shown)

Dark grey box Selected component.

Green dashed box Associated component.

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6.2.1 Single-line page

The Single-line page allows you to draw and configure the single-line diagram for the system. You can also add Heavy
consumers (HC) and Non-essential loads (NEL) to the diagram.

Figure 6.1

Single-line page

No. Item Notes

1. Components Drag and drop components onto the diagram.

2. Component description Description of the selected or highlight component.

3. Information

4. Component configuration

5. Single-line diagram

Extra information when creating or editing.

Settings for the selected component.

Delete the component from the diagram.

Diagram of the system.

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Broadcast the single-line diagram to selected controller(s) connected

6. Broadcast

to PICUS.

A red dot indicates changes have been made that are not yet
broadcast.

7. Refresh

8. New

Refresh to read the single-line diagram from the controller.

New resets and clears the single-line diagram to the factory default

for the connected controller.

6.3 Tasks

6.3.1 Configure the single-line diagram

Configure the single-line diagram under

INFO

Modifications within PICUS are not automatically written to the controller(s). These modifications need to be
broadcast to the controller(s) after you have drawn your diagram.

Configure > Single-line.

CAUTION

This clears ALL the components from the diagram.

6.3.2 Add a component

1. To add a component, select and drag the required component from the Components panel on to the diagram in the
necessary position.

• A valid position on the diagram is shown with a green dashed line .

◦ The component can be added in this position.

• An invalid position on the diagram is shown with a red dashed line .

◦ The component cannot be added in this position.
◦ The Info area shows the reason the component cannot be positioned here.

2. Position the component as required on the single-line diagram.

3. You can now configure the component.

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1. To configure a component, first select the component on the diagram.

Configure a component

•

• A selected component is shown with a dark grey box around it.

◦ Some components have an associated controller, this is shown with a green dashed line .

◦
◦ In the above example, the left NEL 1 is associated to ID 1.

2. Change the settings under Component configuration.

•

6.3.4 Move a component

1. To move a component, select and drag the component on the diagram.

• A selected component is shown with a dark grey box around it.

2. Drag the component to the required position.

• A valid position on the diagram is shown with a green dashed line .

◦ The component can be added in this position.

• An invalid position on the diagram is shown with a red dashed line

◦ The component cannot be added in this position.
◦ The Info area shows the reason the component cannot be positioned here.

.

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1. To remove a component, select the component on the diagram.

2. From Component configuration, select Delete .

Delete a component

• A selected component is shown with a dark grey line

• The component is removed from the single-line diagram.

around the component.

6.3.6 Create a ring busbar

INFO

A ring busbar connection is only allowed if there are at least two bus tie breakers in the single-line diagram. These
bus tie breakers can be controlled by BUS TIE breaker controllers and/or externally controlled.

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1. To add a ring bus bar, select the whole diagram by selecting at one of the edges (shown in red below):

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• The whole diagram is marked with a dark grey line around it.

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2. Select Ring busbar under Component configuration.

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• The single-line diagram now contains a ring bus bar.

See Power management, Power management principles, Ring bus bar connection in the Designer's
handbook for more information regarding a ring bus bar.

Create a ring bus bar

6.3.7 Refresh the single-line diagram

1. To refresh the single-line diagram from the connected controller, select Refresh from the right side panel.

• The single-line diagram is read from the controller.

CAUTION
Any changes that have been made and not broadcast are lost when using Refresh.

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Clear and reset the single-line diagram

1. To reset the single-line diagram, select New

• The single-line diagram is cleared.

• The default diagram for the connected controller type is shown.

2. You can now redraw the single-line diagram as required.

from the right side panel.

6.3.9 Broadcast the single-line diagram

You must Broadcast
currently logged on and connected to.

INFO

Only controllers connected and logged on to from the Connect page are shown here.

CAUTION

PICUS allows you to broadcast to controller(s) even if they are not safe for commissioning. You must confirm this
override action and it is not automatic.

1. Select Broadcast , from the right side panel.

• You are prompted to select the controller(s) you wish to broadcast to:

the single-line configuration to selected controller(s). This includes the controller you are

•

• indicates the controller is ready.

• indicates the controller is not in switchboard mode, but can be overridden if required.

2. Select all the controllers you wish to broadcast the diagram to.

•

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This must also include the controller you are directly connected and logged on to.

◦ If you select a controller that is not ready for broadcasting:

◦
◦ You must also confirm the override action at the bottom of the window:

◦

3. Select either:

• OK to broadcast to the selected controllers.

• Cancel to abandon the broadcast.

4. You are shown a broadcast summary report after using the broadcast option:

•

• Successful controller(s) now have the same single-line diagram.

• See Troubleshooting, Broadcast for help with unsuccessful broadcasts.

7. Input/outputs

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7.1 Introduction

7.1.1 Introduction

The controller inputs and outputs are configurable, depending upon the single-line diagram, parameters, functions and
alarms. This provides flexibility.

You can configure:

• The input and output setup

◦ Digital
◦ Analogue

• Custom alarms

• Functions

See the Data sheet, or Hardware characteristics and configuration in the Designer's handbook for more
information about the hardware modules and terminals.

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7.2.1 Input/output page

The Input/output page allows you to view and configure any of the controller hardware modules.

Figure 7.1 Input/output page

No. Item Notes

1. Controller rack Select a hardware module.

2. Terminal(s) Select a terminal on the hardware module.

3. Selected terminal The terminal selected from the hardware module.

4. Terminal name

5. Pages

6. Actions

PICUS automatically updates the terminal(s) name when a function is
selected. You can also use Rename to enter another name.

Pages for terminal configuration (determined by the terminal hardware type).

Refresh to read the input/output configuration from the controller.

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6. Actions
Write to write the input/output configuration to the controller.

7. Configuration area

The configuration for the terminal is here.

8. Option(s)
Save * the current changes temporarily.

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7.3.1 Alarms page

The Alarms page allows you to configure a custom alarm for the selected digital input.

Figure 7.2 Digital input custom alarms page

No. Item Notes

1. Terminal(s) Selected terminal.

2. Terminal name

3. Functions

4. Actions

PICUS automatically updates the terminal(s) name when a function is
selected. You can also use Rename to enter another name.

Select to configure associated function(s).

Refresh to read the input/output configuration from the controller.

Write to write the input/output configuration to the controller.

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• Name

• Trigger level

• Auto acknowledge

5. Alarm settings

• Latched

• Time delay

• Action

• Inhibit(s)

6. Options
Save the current changes.*

*Note: Save does not write the configuration to the controller. DEIF recommends that you save regularly if you will
configure several inputs and/or outputs before writing the configuration to the controller.

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The Functions page allows you to configure associated functions for the selected digital input.

Figure 7.3 Digital input functions page

Functions page

No. Item Notes

1. Terminal(s) Selected terminal(s).

2. Alarms Select to configure associated alarm(s).

3. Terminal name

4. Actions

5. Functions

PICUS automatically updates the terminal(s) name when a function is
selected. You can also use Rename to enter another name.

Refresh to reload the input / output configuration from the controller.

Write to save the input / output configuration to the controller.

List of selectable digital input functions.

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6. Options

Save * the current settings temporarily.

Clear all selected functions temporarily.

*Note: Save does not write the configuration to the controller. DEIF recommends that you save regularly if you will
configure several inputs and/or outputs before writing the configuration to the controller.

INFO

You can assign multiple functions to the same digital input. You cannot assign a function already assigned to a
different terminal.

Read further related information on configuring functions and their effect, by searching in the Designer's
handbook for more information.

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7.4.1 Relay setup page

The Relay setup page allows you to configure the relay setup for the selected digital output.

Figure 7.4 Digital output relay setup page

No. Item Notes

1. Terminal(s) Selected terminal(s).

2. Alarms * Select to configure associated alarm(s).

3. Terminal name

4. Functions *

5. Actions

PICUS automatically updates the terminal(s) name when a function is
selected. You can also use Rename to enter another name.

Select to configure associated function(s).

Refresh to reload the input/output configuration from the controller.

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5. Actions
Write to save the input/output configuration to the controller.

6. Relay setting

Coil state and diagram.

7. Options
Save ** the current changes.

*Note: A digital output can only have a function, or one or more alarms.

**Note: Save does not write the configuration to the controller. DEIF recommends that you save regularly if you will
configure several inputs and/or outputs before writing the configuration to the controller.

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The Alarms page allows you to select one or more alarms for the digital output.

Figure 7.5 Digital output alarms page

Alarms page

No. Item Notes

1. Terminal(s) Selected terminal(s).

2. Relay setup Select to configure relay setup.

3. Terminal name

4. Actions

5. Alarms

PICUS automatically updates the terminal(s) name when a function is
selected. You can also use Rename to enter another name.

Refresh to reload the input / output configuration from the controller.

Write to save the input / output configuration to the controller.

List of selectable alarms.

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6. Options

*Note: Save does not write the configuration to the controller. DEIF recommends that you save regularly if you will
configure several inputs and/or outputs before writing the configuration to the controller.

Save * the current changes.

Clear all selected alarm(s).

7.4.3 Function page

The Function page allows you to configure the function for the selected digital output. You can only select one function.

Figure 7.6

Digital output functions page

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1. Terminal(s) Selected terminal(s).

2. Relay setup Select to configure the relay setup.

3. Terminal name

PICUS automatically updates the terminal(s) name when a function is
selected. You can also use Rename to enter another name.

4. Actions

Refresh to reload the input/output configuration from the controller.

Write to save the input/output configuration to the controller.

5. Functions List of selectable functions.

6. Options

Save * the current changes temporarily.

Clear selected function temporarily.

*Note: Save does not write the configuration to the controller. DEIF recommends that you save regularly if you will
configure several inputs and/or outputs before writing the configuration to the controller.

INFO

You can only assign one function to the digital output. You cannot assign a function already assigned to a different
terminal.

Read further related information on configuring functions and their effect, by searching in the Designer's
handbook for more information.

7.5 Analogue input pages

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7.5.1 Introduction to analogue inputs

You can use an analogue input for the following:

• As an input for one or more controller analogue functions.

• As a supervised input for one or more controller digital functions.

• To detect sensor failure.

• As the basis for one or more alarms.

For each analogue input use, the table below shows which pages in the analogue input view you must configure.

Table 7.1

Use Functions* Sensor setup* Alarms*

Analogue function(s) ● ● ○

Digital function(s) ● ● ○

Sensor failure ○ ● ○

Alarm(s) ○ ● ●

*Note: ● represents required configuration. ○ represents optional configuration.

Configuration for the uses of an analogue input

For information on specific functions and hardware characteristics, see the

Designer's handbook.

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The Functions page allows you to select the function(s) for an analogue input.

Figure 7.7 Analogue input functions page

Functions page

No. Item Notes

1. Terminal(s) The selected terminal(s).

2. Functions Use this page to assign the function(s) to the analogue input.

3. Name

4. Analogue input functions

PICUS automatically updates the terminal(s) name when a function is
selected. You can also use Rename to enter another name.

Select analogue input function(s) for the input.

If you select analogue input function(s) you cannot select digital input
function(s).

All of the selected functions must have the same units.

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Select digital input function(s) (listed under Supervised binary input) for the
input.

5. Digital input functions

6. Actions

7. Options

*Note: Save does not write the configuration to the controller. DEIF recommends that you save regularly if you will
configure several inputs and/or outputs before writing the configuration to the controller.

INFO

You cannot select a function that is already assigned to another terminal.

If you select digital input function(s) you cannot select analogue input
function(s).

Select digital input function(s) to use the analogue input for cable
supervision.

Refresh to reload the input/output configuration from the controller.

Write to save the input/output configuration to the controller.

Save * the changes temporarily.

Clear all the selected functions.

7.5.3 Sensor setup page

The Sensor setup page allows you to configure the sensor settings for the selected analogue input.

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The hardware characteristics of the sensor (which is wired to the selected terminals) determines the analogue input

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configuration.

Figure 7.8 Analogue input sensor setup page

No. Item Notes

1. Terminal(s) The selected terminal(s).

2. Terminal name

3. Sensor setup Use this page to set up an analogue input sensor.

PICUS automatically updates the terminal(s) name when a function is
selected. Alternatively, use Rename to enter another name.

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The first time you set up the sensor, PICUS selects the first empty curve for
you to configure. Use Rename to ensure that the curve has a descriptive
name. You can configure up to 20 curves.

Alternatively, you can select a curve from the drop-down menu. All of the
curves that are compatible with the sensor output are listed. When you
select a curve, its configured values replace the x-axis values, the y-axis

4. Curve

values, and the curve points.

If you change the x-axis values, the y-axis values, and/or the curve points
after selecting a curve, PICUS updates the curve with these values when
you Write to the controller.

x-axis: The units that you can choose, and the range is determined by the

5. x-axis and y-axis values

analogue input hardware.
y-axis: The first time you set up the sensor, PICUS uses the analogue input
function units and range.

Create points for the curve to convert the analogue input to the value used
by the controller.

INFO

You can also select a pre-configured curve, for example VDO 5.
This type of curve cannot be modified.

6. Curve points

7.

Graph

8. Actions

Use Add to create a new x, y point.

Use Remove to remove a x,y point.

For a valid curve, the x-values of the points must be in ascending order.

A graphic representation of the curve points, and, if applicable, sensor failure
alarms.

Refresh to reload the input/output configuration from the controller.

Write to save the input/output configuration to the controller.

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For sensor failure, you can Enable a Below range alarm and/or Above
range alarm. When the alarm is enabled, you can scroll down and configure
the alarm.

Sensor failure alarms

9.

Each sensor failure alarm is created as a configurable analogue alarm (one
of up to 200).

For each alarm, you can configure a set point based on the sensor output
units.

INFO

Be careful to give each sensor failure alarm a meaningful name.

10. Options

Save * the changes temporarily.

CAUTION

The Min and Max sensor output and function input alone only do NOT create a straight line graph. You MUST
supply all the points required for the active area of the curve.

*Note: Save does not write the configuration to the controller. However, DEIF recommends that you save regularly if
you will configure several inputs and/or outputs before writing the configuration to the controller.

7.5.4 Alarms page

The Alarms page allows you to configure alarms for the selected analogue input.

INFO

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This page is only accessible after you have configured the Sensor setup.

Figure 7.9 Analogue input alarms page

No. Item Notes

1. Terminal(s) Selected terminal(s).

2. Alarms Use this page to configure analogue input alarms.

Enable alarms here.

3. Enable alarms
The parameters for the highlighted alarm are shown under Properties.

4. Properties

The parameters for the highlighted alarm. Rename the alarm to ensure that it
has a descriptive name.

5. Actions
Refresh to reload the input/output configuration from the controller.

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5. Actions
Write to save the input/output configuration to the controller.

6. Option
Save * the current changes temporarily.

*Note: Save does not write the configuration to the controller. DEIF recommends that you save regularly if you will
configure several inputs and/or outputs before writing the configuration to the controller.

7.6 Analogue output pages

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7.6.1 Introduction to analogue outputs

You can use an analogue output as an output from a controller function value.

7.6.2 Function page

The Function page allows you to select a function for an analogue output.

Figure 7.10

Analogue output function page

No. Item Notes

1. Terminal(s) The selected terminal(s).

2. Terminal name

3. Function Use this page to assign a function to the analogue output.

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PICUS automatically updates the terminal(s) name when a function is
selected. You can also use Rename to enter another name.

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4. Analogue output functions

Select one analogue output function for the output.

5. Actions

Refresh to reload the input/output configuration from the controller.

Write to save the input/output configuration to the controller.

6. Options

Save * the changes temporarily.

Clear the selected function.

*Note: Save does not write the configuration to the controller. DEIF recommends that you save regularly if you will
configure several inputs and/or outputs before writing the configuration to the controller.

INFO

You can only assign one function to the analogue output. You cannot select a function that is already assigned to
another terminal.

For information on specific functions, see the Designer's handbook.

7.6.3 Output setup

The Output setup page allows you to configure the output setup for the selected analogue output.

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Figure 7.11 Analogue output setup page

No. Item Notes

1. Terminal(s) The selected terminal(s).

2. Function Select to configure the Function input.

3. Terminal name

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PICUS automatically updates the terminal(s) name when a function is
selected. You can also use Rename to enter another name.

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The first time you set up the sensor, PICUS selects the first empty curve for
you to configure. Use Rename to ensure that the curve has a descriptive
name. You can configure up to 20 curves.

Alternatively, you can select a curve from the drop-down menu. All of the
curves that are compatible with the function input are listed. When you select
a curve, its configured values replace the x-axis values, the y-axis values,

4. Curve

and the curve points.

If you change the x-axis values, the y-axis values, and/or the curve points
after selecting a curve, PICUS updates the curve with these values when
you Write to the controller.

Function input (x-axis): The first time you set up the sensor, PICUS uses
the analogue input function units and range.

5. x-axis and y-axis values
Output type (y-axis): The analogue output hardware determines which units
that you can choose, and the range.

Create points for the curve to convert the value used by the controller to the

6. Curve points

analogue output.

INFO
You can also select a pre-configured curve, for example (-100 to
100 %) to (0 to 20mA). This type of curve cannot be modified.

For a valid curve, the x-values of the points must be in ascending order.

7. Graph

8. Actions

A graphic representation of the curve points.

Refresh to reload the input/output configuration from the controller.

Write to save the input/output configuration to the controller.

9. Option

Save * the current changes.

CAUTION

The minimum and maximum output and function input alone do NOT create a straight line graph. You MUST supply
all the points required for the active area of the curve.

*Note: Save does not write the configuration to the controller. DEIF recommends that you save regularly if you will
configure several inputs and/or outputs before writing the configuration to the controller.

7.7 Tasks

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7.7.1 Configure the terminal name

Configure the terminal name under Configure > Input/output.

PICUS automatically renames the terminal(s) when a function is selected. You can also rename the terminal(s):

1. Select Rename.

• Enter the new name:

2. Select Save .

INFO

Remember to Write when you have finished editing the input/output configuration.

7.7.2 Configure custom alarm(s)

AI AO PWM DI DO

Configurable for: ● ●

Analogue input (AI) custom alarms

INFO

The Sensor settings must be configured before configuring any AI custom alarms.

You can create up to 200 analogue custom alarms.

You can configure an analogue custom alarm with a Set point related to the y-axis (function input) for the sensor settings.

You can also configure analogue custom alarms for sensor failure as part of the sensor setup page.

Digital input (DI) custom alarms

Configure a digital input (DI) custom alarm for a Low or High Trigger level. The alarm is activated when the input is inactive
or active, respectively.

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Create a new custom alarm

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1. For a selected analogue or digital input, Enable an unused alarm from the list on the Alarms page.

• Selecting enables the alarm.

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• PICUS shows the parameters for the highlighted alarm under Properties.

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2. Enter a name for the new alarm under Properties.

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3. Configure the alarm parameters.

4. Select Save .

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Remember to Write when you have finished editing the input/output configuration.

7.7.3 Configure function(s)

AI AO PWM DI DO

Configurable for: ● ● ● ● ●

Analogue input (AI) functions

You can select multiple functions for an analogue input (AI). However, all the selected functions must have the same units.

INFO

The selected function(s) can be either analogue input function(s) (Analogue functions), or digital input function(s)
(Supervised binary input).

Analogue output (AO) / Pulse width modulation (PWM) function

INFO

The function must be selected before the Output setup can be configured.

You can only select one function for an analogue output (AO) or pulse width modulation (PWM).

Digital input (DI) functions

You can select multiple functions for a digital input (DI).

Digital output (DO) function

You can only select one function or alarm for a digital output (DO).

Select function

1. Select the required function(s) from the available list.

2. Select:

• Save

• Clear to clear all selected function(s).

INFO

Remember to Write when you have finished editing the input/output configuration.

to store the function(s).

7.7.4 Configure the relay setup

Configurable for: ●

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AI

AO PWM DI DO

A digital output (DO) can be either a standard relay or a changeover relay. The type of relay depends upon the hardware.

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Example relay setup

Example changeover relay setup

An analogue output (AO) or pulse width modulation (PWM) can only have one selected function.

Select required coil state

1. Select the Coil state from the list.

• The diagram below the relay demonstrates how the coil, function and circuits operate with the selected Coil state.

2. Select Save to store the setting.

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INFO

Remember to Write when you have finished editing the input/output configuration.

7.7.5 Configure the sensor setup

AI AO PWM DI DO

Configurable for: ●

Sensor setup overview

1. If applicable, select the analogue input function(s) on the Functions page.

2. On the Sensor setup page, configure a new curve for the sensor, or select a previously configured curve.

3. If applicable, create sensor failure alarms.

4. Write the sensor configuration to the controller.

Sensor setup: New curve

1. Select Rename

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2. Change the Sensor output (x-axis) units and range if necessary.

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3. Change the Function input (y-axis) units and range if necessary.

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4. Configure the points:

• Select Add to add a point.

INFO

PICUS deselects all the functions if you change the function input units.

to change the curve name.

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• Select Remove to delete a point.

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• The Sensor output (x) values must be in ascending order.
◦ If not, when you try to Save or Write, PICUS gives a Not a valid curve message.

5. As you edit the points, the curve is shown on the graph.

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6. If required, create sensor failure alarms. These are also shown on the graph.

7. Select Save .

Sensor setup: Previously configured curve

1. Select a previously configured curve.

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You can only select previously configured curves that are compatible with the Sensor output (x-axis) units
and range. If necessary, change the sensor output before selecting the curve.

INFO

You can also select a pre-configured curve, for example VDO 10. This type of curve cannot be modified.

2. Do not modify the curve.

CAUTION

Modifying the curve affects ALL sensor inputs that are using the same curve.

3. If required, create sensor failure alarms.

4. Select Save .

INFO

Remember to Write when you have finished editing the input/output configuration.

7.7.6 Configure the output setup

AI AO PWM DI DO

Configurable for: ● ●

INFO

The function previously selected determines the x-axis for the output setup.

Configure output setup overview

1. Select the analogue output function on the Function page.

2. On the Output setup page, configure a new curve for the sensor, or select a previously configured curve.

CAUTION

Configure the minimum and maximum range for each axis BEFORE creating the curve.

3. Write the output configuration to the controller.

Output setup: New curve

1. Select Rename to change the curve name.

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2. Change the Function input (x-axis) range if necessary.

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3. Change the Output type (y-axis) units and range if necessary.

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4. Configure the points:

• Select Add

to add a point.

• Select Remove to remove a point.

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• The Function input (x) values must be in ascending order.
◦ If not, when you try to Save or Write, PICUS gives a Not a valid curve message.

5. As you edit the points, the curve is shown on the graph.

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6. Select Save .