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Part number:
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. GETTING STARTED1.1 IMPORTANT PROCEDURES
1.1.1CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS ........................................................................... 1-1
Use this chapter for initial setup of your new L60 Line Phase Comparison System.
1.1.1 CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS
Before attempting to install or use the device, review all safety indicators in this document to help prevent injury, equipment
damage, or downtime.
The following safety and equipment symbols are used in this document.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate
injury.
Indicates practices not related to personal injury.
a) GENERAL CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS
The following general safety precautions and warnings apply.
Ensure that all connections to the product are correct so as to avoid accidental risk of shock
and/or fire, for example such as can arise from high voltage connected to low voltage terminals.
Follow the requirements of this manual, including adequate wiring size and type, terminal torque settings, voltage,
current magnitudes applied, and adequate isolation/clearance in external wiring from high to low voltage circuits.
Use the device only for its intended purpose and application.
Ensure that all ground paths are uncompromised for safety purposes during device operation and service.
Ensure that the control power applied to the device, the AC current, and voltage input match the ratings specified
on the relay nameplate. Do not apply current or voltage in excess of the specified limits.
Only qualified personnel are to operate the device. Such personnel must be thoroughly familiar with all safety cautions and warnings in this manual and with applicable country, regional, utility, and plant safety regulations.
Hazardous voltages can exist in the power supply and at the device connection to current transformers, voltage
transformers, control, and test circuit terminals. Make sure all sources of such voltages are isolated prior to
attempting work on the device.
Hazardous voltages can exist when opening the secondary circuits of live current transformers. Make sure that
current transformer secondary circuits are shorted out before making or removing any connection to the current
transformer (CT) input terminals of the device.
For tests with secondary test equipment, ensure that no other sources of voltages or currents are connected to
such equipment and that trip and close commands to the circuit breakers or other switching apparatus are isolated, unless this is required by the test procedure and is specified by appropriate utility/plant procedure.
When the device is used to control primary equipment, such as circuit breakers, isolators, and other switching
apparatus, all control circuits from the device to the primary equipment must be isolated while personnel are
working on or around this primary equipment to prevent any inadvertent command from this device.
Use an external disconnect to isolate the mains voltage supply.
LED transmitters are classified as IEC 60825-1 Accessible Emission Limit (AEL) Class 1M.
Class 1M devices are considered safe to the unaided eye. Do not view directly with optical
instruments.
This product is rated to Class A emissions levels and is to be used in Utility, Substation Industrial
environments. Not to be used near electronic devices rated for Class B levels.
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Model:
Mods:
Wiring Diagram:
Inst. Manual:
Serial Number:
Firmware:
Mfg. Date:
PO Num:
Item Num:
L60D00HCHF8AH6AM6BP8BX7A
000
See manual
1601-0082
MAZB98000029
D
NOV 26, 2012
600001234.56
Control Power:
Contact Inputs:
Contact Outputs:
88-300V DC @ 35W / 77-265V AC @ 35VA
300V DC Max 10mA
Refer to Instruction Manual
RATINGS:
L60
Line Phase Comparison Relay
GE Multilin
- M A A B 9 7 0 0 0 0 9 9 -
- M A A B 9 7 0 0 0 0 9 9 -
LISTED
52TL
IND.CONT. EQ.
E83849
1.1.2 INSPECTION PROCEDURE
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1.Open the relay packaging and inspect the unit for physical damage.
2.View the rear nameplate and verify that the correct model has been ordered and delivered.
Figure 1–1: REAR NAMEPLATE (EXAMPLE)
3.Ensure that the following items are included:
• Instruction manual (if ordered)
• GE EnerVista™ CD (includes the EnerVista UR Setup software and manuals in PDF format)
• Mounting screws
4.If there is any noticeable physical damage, or any of the contents listed are missing, please contact GE Digital Energy
immediately as follows.
GE DIGITAL ENERGY CONTACT INFORMATION AND CALL CENTER FOR PRODUCT SUPPORT:
GE Digital Energy
650 Markland Street
Markham, Ontario
Canada L6C 0M1
TELEPHONE:Worldwide +1 905 927 7070
Europe/Middle East/Africa +34 94 485 88 54
North America toll-free 1 800 547 8629
For updates to the instruction manual, firmware, and software, visit the GE Digital Energy website.
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Input elements
LAN
Programming
device
Operator
interface
Contact inputsContact outputs
Virtual inputs
Virtual outputs
Analog inputs
Analog outputs
CT inputs
VT inputs
Input
status
table
Output
status
table
Pickup
Dropout
Operate
Protective elements
Logic Gates
Remote outputs
- IEC 61850
CPU module
Output elements
Remote inputs
Direct inputsDirect outputs
1.2UR OVERVIEW1.2.1 INTRODUCTION TO THE UR
The GE Universal Relay (UR) series is a new generation of digital, modular, and multifunction equipment that is easily
incorporated into automation systems, at both the station and enterprise levels.
1.2.2 HARDWARE ARCHITECTURE
a) UR BASIC DESIGN
The UR is a digital-based device containing a central processing unit (CPU) that handles multiple types of input and output
signals. The UR device can communicate over a local area network (LAN) with an operator interface, a programming
device, or another UR device.
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Figure 1–2: UR BLOCK DIAGRAM
The CPU module contains firmware that provides protection elements in the form of logic algorithms, as well as programmable logic gates, timers, and latches for control features.
Input elements accept a variety of analog or digital signals from the field. The UR isolates and converts these signals into
logic signals used by the relay.
Output elements convert and isolate the logic signals generated by the relay into digital or analog signals that can be used
to control field devices.
The software and unit are backwards-compatible with UR devices.
b) UR SIGNAL TYPES
The contact inputs and outputs are digital signals associated with connections to hard-wired contacts. Both ‘wet’ and ‘dry’
contacts are supported.
The virtual inputs and outputs are digital signals associated with UR-series internal logic signals. Virtual inputs include
signals generated by the local user interface. The virtual outputs are outputs of FlexLogic™ equations used to customize
the device. Virtual outputs can also serve as virtual inputs to FlexLogic equations.
The analog inputs and outputs are signals that are associated with transducers, such as Resistance Temperature Detec-
tors (RTDs).
The CT and VT inputs refer to analog current transformer and voltage transformer signals used to monitor AC power lines.
The UR-series relays support 1 A and 5 A CTs.
The remote inputs and outputs provide a means of sharing digital point state information between remote UR-series
devices. The remote outputs interface to the remote inputs of other UR-series devices. Remote outputs are FlexLogic operands inserted into IEC 61850 GSSE and GOOSE messages.
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Pickup (PKP)
Dropout (DPO)
Operate (OP)
Protective elements
Protection elements
serviced by sub-scan
Read inputs
Solve logic
Set outputs
The direct inputs and outputs provide a means of sharing digital point states between a number of UR-series IEDs over
dedicated fiber (single or multimode), RS422, or G.703 interface. No switching equipment is required as the IEDs are con-
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nected directly in a ring or redundant (dual) ring configuration. This feature is optimized for speed and intended for pilotaided schemes, distributed logic applications, or the extension of the input/output capabilities of a single relay chassis.
c) UR SCAN OPERATION
The UR-series devices operate in a cyclic scan fashion. The device reads the inputs into an input status table, solves the
logic program (FlexLogic equation), and then sets each output to the appropriate state in an output status table. Any resulting task execution is priority interrupt-driven.
Figure 1–3: UR-SERIES SCAN OPERATION
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1.2.3 SOFTWARE ARCHITECTURE
Firmware is the software embedded in the relay and is designed in functional modules that can be installed in any relay as
required. This is achieved with object-oriented design and programming (OOD/OOP) techniques.
Object-oriented techniques involve the use of objects and classes. An object is defined as “a logical entity that contains
both data and code that manipulates that data”. A class is the generalized form of similar objects. By using this concept,
one can create a protection class with the protection elements as objects of the class, such as time overcurrent, instantaneous overcurrent, current differential, undervoltage, overvoltage, underfrequency, and distance. These objects represent
completely self-contained software modules. The same object-class concept can be used for metering, input/output control,
software interface, communications, or any functional entity in the system.
Employing OOD/OOP in the software architecture of the L60 achieves the same features as the hardware architecture:
modularity, scalability, and flexibility. The application software for any UR-series device (for example, feeder protection,
transformer protection, distance protection) is constructed by combining objects from the various functional classes. This
results in a common interface across the UR series.
1.2.4 IMPORTANT CONCEPTS
As described above, the architecture of the UR-series relays differ from previous devices. To achieve a general understanding of this device, some sections of Chapter 5 are quite helpful. The most important functions of the relay are contained in
“elements”. A description of the UR-series elements can be found in the Introduction to elements section in chapter 5.
Examples of simple elements, and some of the organization of this manual, can be found in the Control elements section of
chapter 5. An explanation of the use of inputs from CTs and VTs is in the Introduction to AC sources section in chapter 5. A
description of how digital signals are used and routed within the relay is contained in the Introduction to FlexLogic section in
chapter 5.
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1.3ENERVISTA UR SETUP SOFTWARE1.3.1 PC REQUIREMENTS
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The relay front panel or the EnerVista UR Setup software can be used to communicate with the relay. The EnerVista UR
Setup software interface is the preferred method to edit settings and view actual values because the computer monitor can
display more information.
The minimum system requirements for the EnerVista UR Setup software are as follows:
•Pentium 4 (Core Duo recommended)
•Windows XP with Service Pack 2 (Service Pack 3 recommended), Windows 7, or Windows Server 2008 Release 2
64-bit
•1 GB of RAM (2 GB recommended)
•500 MB free hard drive space (1 GB recommended)
•1024 x 768 display (1280 x 800 recommended)
•Serial port
•Ethernet port of the same type as one of the UR CPU ports or a LAN connection to the UR
•Internet access or a DVD drive
The following qualified modems have been tested to be compliant with the L60 and the EnerVista UR Setup software:
•US Robotics external 56K FaxModem 5686
•US Robotics external Sportster 56K X2
•PCTEL 2304WT V.92 MDC internal modem
1.3.2 INSTALLATION
After ensuring that the requirements for using EnerVista UR Setup are met (previous section), install the EnerVista UR
Setup software from the GE EnerVista DVD. Or download the UR EnerVista software from
http://www.gedigitalenergy.com/multilin
If you are upgrading from version 7.0 or 7.1 to 7.2 or later, some CPU modules require a new boot version. Update this first
in EnerVista under Maintenance > Update Firmware.
To install the UR EnerVista software from the DVD:
1.Insert the GE EnerVista DVD into the DVD drive of your computer.
2.Click the Install Now button and follow the instructions.
3.When installation is complete, start the EnerVista Launchpad application.
4.Click the IED Setup section of the Launch Pad window.
Figure 1–4: ADDING UR DEVICE IN LAUNCHPAD WINDOW
5.In the EnerVista Launch Pad window, click the Add Product button and select the appropriate product, shown as follows. Select the Web option to ensure the most recent software release, or select CD if you do not have a web connec-
and install it.
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tion, then click the Add Now button to list software items for the product. EnerVista Launchpad then obtains the
software from the Internet or DVD and automatically starts the installation program.
Figure 1–5: IDENTIFYING THE UR DEVICE TYPE
6.Select the complete path, including the new directory name, where the EnerVista UR Setup is to be installed.
7.Click the Next button to begin the installation. The files are installed in the directory indicated, and the installation pro-
gram automatically creates icons and adds EnerVista UR Setup to the Windows start menu.
8.Click Finish to complete the installation. The UR device is added to the list of installed intelligent electronic devices
(IEDs) in the EnerVista Launchpad window, as shown.
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Figure 1–6: UR DEVICE ADDED TO LAUNCHPAD WINDOW
1.3.3 CONFIGURING THE L60 FOR SOFTWARE ACCESS
a) OVERVIEW
You connect remotely to the L60 through the rear RS485 or Ethernet port with a computer running the EnerVista UR Setup
software. The L60 can also be accessed locally with a computer through the front panel RS232 port or the rear Ethernet
port using the Quick Connect feature.
•To configure the L60 for remote access via the rear RS485 port, see the Configuring Serial Communications section.
•To configure the L60 for remote access via the rear Ethernet port, see the Configuring Ethernet Communications sec-
tion.
•To configure the L60 for local access with a computer through either the front RS232 port or rear Ethernet port, see the
Using the Quick Connect Feature section.
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b) CONFIGURING SERIAL COMMUNICATIONS
A computer with an RS232 port and a serial cable is required. To use the RS485 port at the back of the relay, a GE Multilin
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F485 converter (or compatible RS232-to-RS485 converter) is required. See the F485 instruction manual for details.
1.Connect the computer to the F485 and the F485 to the RS485 terminal on the back of the UR device, or connect
directly the computer to the RS232 port on the front of the relay.
2.In the EnerVista Launchpad software on the computer, select the UR device to start the software.
3.Click the Device Setup button to open the Device Setup window, and click the Add Site button to define a new site.
4.Enter a site name in the Site Name field. Optionally add a short description of the site along with the display order of
devices defined for the site. This example uses “Location 1” as the site name. When done, click the OK button. The
new site appears in the upper-left list in the EnerVista UR Setup window.
5.Click the Device Setup button, then select the new site to re-open the Device Setup window.
6.Click the Add Device button to define the new device.
7.Enter a name in the "Device Name” field and a description (optional) of the site.
8.Select “Serial” from the Interface drop-down list. This displays a number of interface parameters that must be entered
for serial communications.
Figure 1–7: CONFIGURING SERIAL COMMUNICATIONS
9.Enter the COM port used by the computer, the baud rate, and parity settings from the front panel
SETUP COMMUNICATIONS SERIAL PORTS menu, and the relay slave address setting from the front panel SETTINGS
PRODUCT SETUP COMMUNICATIONS MODBUS PROTOCOL MODBUS SLAVE ADDRESS menu in their respective
fields.
10. Click the Read Order Code button to connect to the L60 device and upload the order code. If a communications error
occurs, ensure that the EnerVista UR Setup serial communications values entered in the previous step correspond to
the relay setting values.
11. Click the OK button when the relay order code has been received. The new device is added to the Site List window (or
Online window) located in the top left corner of the main EnerVista UR Setup window.
The device has now been configured for RS232 communications. Proceed to the Connecting to the L60 section to begin
communication.
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c) CONFIGURING ETHERNET COMMUNICATIONS
Before starting, verify that the Ethernet network cable is properly connected to the Ethernet port on the back of the relay. To
setup the relay for Ethernet communications, you define a Site, then add the relay as a Device at that site.The computer
and UR device must be on the same subnet.
12. Select the “UR” device from the EnerVista Launchpad to start EnerVista UR Setup.
13. Click the Device Setup button to open the Device Setup window, then click the Add Site button to define a new site.
14. Enter the desired site name in the “Site Name” field. If desired, a short description of site can also be entered along
with the display order of devices defined for the site. In this example, we use “Location 2” as the site name. Click the
OK button when complete.
15. The new site appears in the upper-left list in the EnerVista UR Setup window. Click the Device Setup button then
select the new site to re-open the Device Setup window.
16. Click the Add Device button to define the new device.
17. Enter the desired name in the “Device Name” field and a description (optional) of the site.
18. Select “Ethernet” from the Interface drop-down list. This displays a number of interface parameters that must be
entered for proper Ethernet functionality.
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Figure 1–8: CONFIGURING ETHERNET COMMUNICATIONS
19. Enter the relay IP address specified in the front panel
WORK
IP ADDRESS in the “IP Address” field.
20. Enter the relay slave address and Modbus port address values from the respective settings in the front panel
a) USING QUICK CONNECT VIA THE FRONT PANEL RS232 PORT
Before starting, verify that the serial cable is properly connected from the computer to the front panel RS232 port with a
straight-through 9-pin to 9-pin RS232 cable.
1.Verify that the latest version of the EnerVista UR Setup software is installed (available from the GE EnerVista CD or
online from http://www.gedigitalenergy.com/multilin
). See the Software Installation section if not already installed.
2.Select the “UR” device from the EnerVista Launchpad to start EnerVista UR Setup.
3.Click the Quick Connect button to open the Quick Connect dialog box.
4.Select the Serial interface and the correct COM Port, then click Connect.
5.The EnerVista UR Setup software creates a site named “Quick Connect” with a corresponding device also named
“Quick Connect” and displays them at the upper-left of the screen. Expand the sections to view data directly from the
L60 device.
Each time that the EnerVista UR Setup software is initialized, click the Quick Connect button to establish direct communications to the L60 device. This ensures that configuration of the EnerVista UR Setup software matches the L60 model number.
b) USING QUICK CONNECT VIA THE REAR ETHERNET PORTS
To use the Quick Connect feature to access the L60 from a computer through Ethernet, first assign an IP address to the
relay from the front panel keyboard.
1.Press the MENU key until the SETTINGS menu displays.
3.Enter an IP address, for example “1.1.1.1,” and select the ENTER key to save the value.
4.In the same menu, select the
SUBNET IP MASK setting.
5.Enter a subnet IP address, for example “255.0.0.0,” and press the ENTER key to save the value.
Next, use an Ethernet cross-over cable to connect the computer to the rear Ethernet port. In case you need it, the figure
shows the pinout for an Ethernet cross-over cable.
Figure 1–9: ETHERNET CROSS-OVER CABLE PIN LAYOUT
Now, assign the computer an IP address compatible with the relay’s IP address.
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1.From the Windows desktop, right-click the My Network Places icon and select Properties to open the network con-
nections window.
2.Right-click the Local Area Connection icon and select Properties.
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3.Select the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) item from the list, and click the Properties button.
4.Click the “Use the following IP address” box.
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5.Enter an IP address with the first three numbers the same as the IP address of the L60 relay and the last number different (in this example, 1.1.1.2).
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6.Enter a subnet mask equal to the one set in the L60 (in this example, 255.0.0.0).
7.Click the OK button to save the values.
Before continuing, test the Ethernet connection.
1.Open a Windows console window by selecting Start > Run from the Windows Start menu and typing “cmd”.
2.Type the following command, substituting the IP address of 1.1.1.1 with yours:
C:\WINNT>ping 1.1.1.1
3.If the connection is successful, the system returns four replies similar to the following:
Pinging 1.1.1.1 with 32 bytes of data:
Reply from 1.1.1.1: bytes=32 time<10ms TTL=255
Reply from 1.1.1.1: bytes=32 time<10ms TTL=255
Reply from 1.1.1.1: bytes=32 time<10ms TTL=255
Reply from 1.1.1.1: bytes=32 time<10ms TTL=255
Ping statistics for 1.1.1.1:
Packets: Sent = 4, Received = 4, Lost = 0 (0% loss),
Approximate round trip time in milliseconds:
Minimum = 0ms, Maximum = 0ms, Average = 0 ms
4.Note that the values for time and TTL vary depending on local network configuration.
5.If the following sequence of messages appears when entering the C:\WINNT>ping 1.1.1.1 command:
Packets: Sent = 4, Received = 0, Lost = 4 (100% loss),
Approximate round trip time in milliseconds:
Minimum = 0ms, Maximum = 0ms, Average = 0 ms
Pinging 1.1.1.1 with 32 bytes of data:
verify the physical connection between the L60 and the computer, and double-check the programmed IP address in
the PRODUCT SETUP COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK IP ADDRESS setting, then repeat step 2.
6.If the following sequence of messages appears when entering the C:\WINNT>ping 1.1.1.1 command:
Before using the Quick Connect feature through the Ethernet port, disable any configured proxy settings in Internet
Explorer.
1.Start the Internet Explorer software.
2.Select the Tools > Internet Options menu item and click the Connections tab.
3.Click on the LAN Settings button to open the following window.
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4.Ensure that the “Use a proxy server for your LAN” box is not checked.
If this computer is used to connect to the Internet, re-enable any proxy server settings after the computer has been discon-
nected from the L60 relay.
1.Start the Internet Explorer software.
2.Select the “UR” device from the EnerVista Launchpad to start EnerVista UR Setup.
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3.Click the Quick Connect button to open the Quick Connect dialog box.
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4.Select the Ethernet interface and enter the IP address assigned to the L60, then click the Connect button. The EnerVista UR Setup software creates a site named “Quick Connect” with a corresponding device also named “Quick Connect” and displays them at the upper-left of the screen.
5.Expand the sections to view data directly from the L60 device.
Each time the EnerVista UR Setup software is initialized, click the Quick Connect button to establish direct communications to the L60. This ensures that configuration of the EnerVista UR Setup software matches the L60 model number.
When direct communications with the L60 via Ethernet is complete, make the following changes:
1.From the Windows desktop, right-click the My Network Places icon and select Properties to open the network connections window.
2.Right-click the Local Area Connection icon and select the Properties item.
3.Select the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) item from the list provided and click the Properties button.
4.Set the computer to “Obtain a relay address automatically” as shown.
If this computer is used to connect to the Internet, re-enable any proxy server settings after the computer has been disconnected from the L60 relay.
AUTOMATIC DISCOVERY OF ETHERNET DEVICES
The EnerVista UR Setup software can automatically discover and communicate to all UR-series IEDs located on an Ethernet network.
Using the Quick Connect feature, a single click of the mouse triggers the software to automatically detect any UR-series
relays located on the network. The EnerVista UR Setup software then proceeds to configure all settings and order code
options in the Device Setup menu. This feature allows the user to identify and interrogate all UR-series devices at a location.
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Communications status indicators:
Green = OK
Red = No communications
UR icon = report is open
Quick action hot links
Expand the site list by double-clicking
or selecting the +/– box.
NOTE
1.3.5 CONNECTING TO THE L60 RELAY
When unable to connect because of an "ACCESS VIOLATION," access Device Setup and refresh the order code for the
device.
1.Open the Display Properties window through the Site List tree as shown. The Display Properties window opens with a
status indicator on the lower left of the EnerVista UR Setup window.
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2.If the status indicator is red, verify that the Ethernet network cable is properly connected to the Ethernet port on the
back of the relay and that the relay has been properly setup for communications (steps A and B earlier).
If a relay icon appears in place of the status indicator, than a report (such as an oscillography or event record) is open.
Close the report to re-display the green status indicator.
3.The Display Properties settings can now be edited, printed, or changed.
See chapter 4 in this manual or the EnerVista UR Setup Help File for information about the using the EnerVista UR
Setup software interface.
QUICK ACTION HOT LINKS
The EnerVista UR Setup software has several quick action buttons to provide instant access to several functions that are
often performed when using L60 relays. From the online window, users can select the relay to interrogate from a pull-down
window, then click the button for the action they want to perform. The following quick action functions are available:
•View the L60 event record
•View the last recorded oscillography record
•View the status of all L60 inputs and outputs
•View all of the L60 metering values
•View the L60 protection summary
•Generate a service report
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1.3.6 SETTING UP CYBERSENTRY AND CHANGING DEFAULT PASSWORD
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If and when first using CyberSentry security, use the following procedure for set up.
1.Log in to the relay as Administrator by using the Value keys on the front panel or through EnerVista connected serially
(so that no IP address is required). If logging in through EnerVista choose Device authentication. Enter the default
password "ChangeMe1#". Note that the "Lock relay" setting needs to be disabled in the Security > Supervisory
menu. When this setting is disabled, configuration and firmware upgrade are possible. By default, this setting is disabled.
2.Enable the Supervisor role if you have a need for it.
3.Make any required changes in configuration, such as setting a valid IP address for communication over Ethernet.
4.Log out of the Administrator account by choosing None.
Next, device or server authentication can be chosen on the login screen, but the choice is available only in EnerVista. Use
device authentication to log in using the five pre-configured roles (Administrator, Supervisor, Engineer, Operator,
Observer). When using a serial connection, only device authentication is supported. When server authentication is
required, characteristics for communication with a RADIUS server must be configured on the UR. This is possible only
through the EnerVista software. The RADIUS server itself also must be configured. The appendix called RADIUS Server
gives an example of how to setup a simple RADIUS server. Once both the RADIUS server and the parameters for connecting UR to the server have been configured, you can choose server authentication on the login screen of EnerVista.
Figure 1–10: LOGIN SCREEN FOR CYBERSENTRY
During the commissioning phase, you have the option to bypass the use of passwords. Do so by enabling the Bypass
Access setting under
commissioning the device.
You can change the password for any role either from the front panel or through EnerVista.
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If using EnerVista, navigate to Settings > Product Setup > Security. Change the Local Administrator Password, for
example. It is strongly recommended that the password for the Administrator be changed from the default. Changing the
passwords for the other three roles is optional.
Figure 1–11: CHANGING THE DEFAULT PASSWORD
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EnerVista
Ethernet
10/100 Mbps
Regional
control
center
Modem
Remote
communications link
Local
control
Engineer
GE Multilin F485
communications converter
UR-series IED
Troubleshooting
Commissioning
Setting changes
Reports
RS485 115 kbps
RS232
EnerVista
EnerVista
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1.4UR HARDWARE1.4.1 MOUNTING AND WIRING
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See Chapter 3: Hardware for mounting and wiring instructions.
1.4.2 COMMUNICATIONS
The EnerVista UR Setup software communicates to the relay via the faceplate RS232 port or the rear panel RS485 / Ethernet ports. To communicate via the faceplate RS232 port, a standard straight-through serial cable is used. The DB-9 male
end is connected to the relay and the DB-9 or DB-25 female end is connected to the computer COM2 port as described in
the CPU communications ports section of chapter 3.
Figure 1–12: RELAY COMMUNICATION OPTIONS
To communicate through the L60 rear RS485 port from a computer RS232 port, the GE Multilin RS232/RS485 converter
box is required. This device (catalog number F485) connects to the computer using a straight-through serial cable. A
shielded twisted-pair (20, 22, or 24 AWG) connects the F485 converter to the L60 rear communications port. The converter
terminals (+, –, GND) are connected to the L60 communication module (+, –, COM) terminals. See the CPU communica-tions ports section in chapter 3 for details. The line is terminated with an R-C network (that is, 120 Ω, 1 nF) as described in
the chapter 3.
All messages are displayed on a backlit liquid crystal display (LCD) to make them visible under poor lighting conditions.
While the keypad and display are not actively being used, the display defaults to user-defined messages. Any high-priority
event-driven message automatically overrides the default message and appears on the display.
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Display messages are organized into pages under the following headings: actual values, settings, commands, and targets.
The MENU key navigates through these pages. Each heading page is divided further into logical subgroups.
The MESSAGE keys navigate through the subgroups. The VALUE keys increment or decrement numerical setting values
when in programming mode. These keys also scroll through alphanumeric values in the text edit mode. Alternatively, values can be entered with the numeric keypad.
The decimal key initiates and advances to the next character in text edit mode or enters a decimal point.
The HELP key can be pressed at any time for context-sensitive help messages.
The ENTER key stores altered setting values.
1.5.2 MENU NAVIGATION
Press the MENU key to select a header display page (top-level menu). The header title appears momentarily followed by a
header display page menu item. Each press of the MENU key advances through the following main heading pages:
•Actual values
•Settings
•Commands
•Targets
•User displays (when enabled)
1.5.3 MENU HIERARCHY
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The setting and actual value messages are arranged hierarchically. The header display pages are indicated by double
scroll bar characters (), while sub-header pages are indicated by single scroll bar characters (). The header display
pages represent the highest level of the hierarchy and the sub-header display pages fall below this level. The MESSAGE
UP and DOWN keys move within a group of headers, sub-headers, setting values, or actual values. Continually pressing
the MESSAGE RIGHT key from a header display displays specific information for the header category. Conversely, continually pressing the MESSAGE LEFT key from a setting value or actual value display returns to the header display.
HIGHEST LEVELLOWEST LEVEL (SETTING
VALUE )
SETTINGS
PRODUCT SETUP
SETTINGS
SYSTEM SETUP
The relay is in the default “Not Programmed” state when it leaves the factory. When powered up successfully, the Trouble
LED is on and the In Service LED off. The relay in the “Not Programmed” state blocks signaling of any output relay. These
conditions remain until the relay is explicitly put in the “Programmed” state.
1.To put the relay in the “Programmed” state, press either of the VALUE keys once and then press ENTER. The faceplate Trouble LED turns off and the In Service LED turns on.
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NOTE
The settings for the relay can be programmed manually (see Chapter 5) via the faceplate keypad or remotely via the
EnerVista UR Setup software (see the EnerVista UR Setup help file).
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1.5.5 RELAY PASSWORDS
a) PASSWORD SECURITY
It is recommended that passwords be set for each security level and assigned to specific personnel. There are two user
security access levels, COMMAND and SETTING.
1. COMMAND
The COMMAND access level restricts the user from making any settings changes, but allows the user to perform the following operations:
•Operate breakers via faceplate keypad
•Change state of virtual inputs
•Clear event records
•Clear oscillography records
•Operate user-programmable pushbuttons
2. SETTING
The SETTING access level allows the user to make any changes to any of the setting values.
See the Changing Settings section in Chapter 4 for complete instructions on setting security-level passwords.
b) CYBERSENTRY
When the CyberSentry option is purchased, advanced security services are available, using either device authentication or
server authentication using RADIUS. When this option is purchased, the basic password security is disabled automatically.
For more information, see the CyberSentry content in the Security section of the next chapter.
1.5.6 FLEXLOGIC CUSTOMIZATION
FlexLogic equation editing is required for setting user-defined logic for customizing the relay operations. See the FlexLogic
section in Chapter 5.
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1.5.7 COMMISSIONING
The L60 requires minimal maintenance after it is commissioned into service. Since the L60 is a microprocessor-based
relay, its characteristics do not change over time. As such, no further functional tests are required. Expected service life is
20 years for UR devices manufactured June 2014 or later when applied in a controlled indoors environment and electrical
conditions within specification.
The L60 performs a number of continual self-tests and takes the necessary action in case of any major errors (see the
Relay Self-tests section in chapter 7). However, it is recommended that L60 maintenance be scheduled with other system
maintenance. This maintenance can involve in-service, out-of-service, or unscheduled maintenance.
In-service maintenance:
1.Visual verification of the analog values integrity, such as voltage and current (in comparison to other devices on the
corresponding system).
2.Visual verification of active alarms, relay display messages, and LED indications.
3.LED test.
4.Visual inspection for any damage, corrosion, dust, or loose wires.
5.Event recorder file download with further events analysis.
Out-of-service maintenance:
1.Check wiring connections for firmness.
2.Analog values (currents, voltages, RTDs, analog inputs) injection test and metering accuracy verification. Calibrated
test equipment is required.
3.Protection elements setting verification (analog values injection or visual verification of setting file entries against relay
settings schedule).
4.Contact inputs and outputs verification. This test can be conducted by direct change of state forcing or as part of the
system functional testing.
5.Visual inspection for any damage, corrosion, or dust.
6.Event recorder file download with further events analysis.
7.LED Test and pushbutton continuity check.
Unscheduled maintenance, such as a disturbance causing system interruption:
1.View the event recorder and oscillography or fault report for correct operation of inputs, outputs, and elements.
If it is concluded that the relay or one of its modules is of concern, contact GE Multilin for service.
The L60 Line Phase Comparison System provides a simple phase-comparison principle successfully employed by analog
and static relays for many years along with the significant advantages of a modern microprocessor based relay. The phase
comparison element performs the following calculations:
•Samples and filters three-phase AC currents at a rate of 64 samples per cycle.
•Computes sequence components of the current.
•If two CT/VT modules are employed for breaker-and-a-half applications, the relay sums up two currents and performs
the breaker-and-the-half logic calculations.
•Forms a composite signal from current components according to a user-defined setting.
•Forms local positive and negative squares from the composite signal sent to remote terminal and used locally along
with the channel delay value.
•Samples received from remote terminal squares 64 samples per cycle measuring magnitude of the pulse voltage.
•Processes received samples to compensate for asymmetry and distortions in the signal.
•Detects fault condition with the fault detector.
•Compares coincidence of local and remote squares which indicate the presence of internal or external faults.
•Detects transient conditions to block the phase comparison function.
All processed signals, including transmitted and received pulses, are available in oscillography for commissioning, maintenance, and analysis. The L60 integrates received pulses on a sample-per-sample base, similar to the analog phase-comparison principle, making the relay exceptionally robust on noisy channels. All permissive and blocking schemes, as well as
single and dual phase comparison, are incorporated into a single protection element and can be selected with a relay setting. The L60 supports two and three-terminal applications, can be used for single- and three-pole tripping applications, and
supports breaker-and-a-half applications. Multiple backup functions include three-zone phase and ground distance, directional overcurrent, pilot schemes, and current and voltage elements.
Control features include synchrocheck, autoreclosure, and control for two breakers. Monitoring features include CT failure
detector, VT fuse failure detector, breaker arcing current, disturbance detector and continuous monitor.
Diagnostic features include an event recorder capable of storing 1024 time-tagged events, oscillography capable of storing
up to 64 records with programmable trigger, content and sampling rate, and data logger acquisition of up to 16 channels,
with programmable content and sampling rate. The internal clock used for time-tagging can be synchronized with an IRIGB signal, using the Simple Network Time Protocol (SNTP) over the Ethernet port, or using the Precision Time Protocol
(PTP). This precise time stamping allows the sequence of events to be determined throughout the system. Events can also
be programmed (via FlexLogic™ equations) to trigger oscillography data capture which may be set to record the measured
parameters before and after the event for viewing on a personal computer (PC). These tools significantly reduce troubleshooting time and simplify report generation in the event of a system fault.
Several options are available for communication. A faceplate RS232 port can be used to connect to a computer for the programming of settings and the monitoring of actual values. The RS232 port has a fixed baud rate of 19.2 kbps. The rear
RS485 port allows independent access by operating and engineering staff. It can be connected to system computers with
baud rates up to 115.2 kbps. All serial ports use the Modbus RTU protocol. The 100Base-FX or 100Base-T Ethernet interface provides fast, reliable communications in noisy environments. The Ethernet port supports IEC 61850, Modbus/TCP,
and TFTP protocols, PTP (according to IEEE Std. 1588-2008 or IEC 61588), and allows access to the relay via any standard web browser (L60 web pages). The IEC 60870-5-104 protocol is supported on the Ethernet port. DNP 3.0 and IEC
60870-5-104 cannot be enabled at the same time. The Ethernet port also supports the Parallel Redundancy Protocol (PRP)
of IEC 62439-3 (clause 4, 2012) when purchased as an option.
Settings and actual values can be accessed from the front panel or EnerVista software.
Typical two-terminal and three-terminal applications are shown below.
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TYPICAL 2-TERMINAL APPLICATION
TYPICAL 3-TERMINAL APPLICATION
831788A1.CDR
L60 - 1
CH1
~
~
~
5a
5b
5c
BATT+
Tx1P
Tx1N
~
~
~
6a
6b
6c
BATT-
Rx1P
Rx1N
L60 - 2
CH1
~
~
~
5a
5b
5c
BATT+
Tx1P
Tx1N
~
~
~
6a
6b
6c
BATT-
Rx1P
Rx1N
L60 - 3
CH1
~
~
~
5a
5b
5c
BATT+
Tx1P
Tx1N
~
~
~
6a
6b
6c
BATT-
Rx1P
Rx1N
PLC
PLC
PLC
PLC
L60 - 1
CH1
SECOND CHANNEL
FOR DUAL COMPARISON
PLC
~
~
~
5a
5b
5c
BATT+
Tx1P
Tx1N
~
~
~
6a
6b
6c
BATT-
Rx1P
Rx1N
L60 - 2
CH1
~
~
~
5a
5b
5c
BATT+
Tx1P
Tx1N
~
~
~
6a
6b
6c
BATT-
Rx1P
Rx1N
PLC
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Figure 2–1: 87PC COMMUNICATIONS
The L60 IEDs use flash memory technology that allows field upgrading as new features are added.
The following single line diagram illustrates the relay functionality using ANSI (American National Standards Institute)
Breaker Arcing Current (I
Breaker ControlModbus Communications
Breaker FlashoverModbus User Map
Contact Inputs (up to 96) Non-Volatile Latches
Contact Outputs (up to 64)Non-Volatile Selector Switch
Control PushbuttonsOpen Breaker Echo
CT Failure DetectorOpen Pole Detector
CyberSentry™ securityOscillography
Data LoggerPilot Scheme (POTT)
Digital Counters (8)Setting Groups (6)
Digital Elements (48)Time synchronization over IRIG-B or IEEE 1588
Direct Inputs and Outputs (32)Time Synchronization over SNTP
Disconnect SwitchesTransducer Inputs/Outputs
DNP 3.0 or IEC 60870-5-104 CommunicationsTrip Bus
Event RecorderUser Definable Display
Fault LocationUser Programmable LEDs
Fault ReportingUser Programmable Pushbuttons
FlexElements™ (8)User Programmable Self-Tests
FlexLogic EquationsVirtual Inputs (64)
IEC 61850 Communications (optional)Virtual Outputs (96)
Line PickupVT Fuse Failure
Load Encroachment
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t)Metering:Current, Voltage, Power, Frequency
2.1.2 SECURITY
The following security features are available:
•Password security — Basic security present in the default offering of the product
•EnerVista security — Role-based access to various EnerVista software screens and configuration elements. The feature is available in the default offering of the product and only in the EnerVista software.
•CyberSentry security — Advanced security options available as a software option. When purchased, the options are
automatically enabled, and the default Password security and EnerVista security are disabled.
Changing the password, or any other setting, does not take the relay out of service. The relay is taken out of service when
a settings file is written to it.
a) ENERVISTA SECURITY
The EnerVista security management system is a role-based access control (RBAC) system that allows an administrator to
manage the privileges of multiple users. This allows for access control of UR devices by multiple personnel within a substation and conforms to the principles of RBAC as defined in ANSI INCITS 359-2004. The EnerVista security management
system is disabled by default to allow the administrator direct access to the EnerVista software after installation. It is recommended that security be enabled before placing the device in service.
Basic password or enhanced CyberSentry security applies, depending on purchase.
b) PASSWORD SECURITY
Password security is a basic security feature present in the default offering of the product.
Two levels of password security are provided: command and setting.
The following operations are under command password supervision:
•Operating the breakers via faceplate keypad
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•Changing the state of virtual inputs
•Clearing the event records
•Clearing the oscillography records
•Clearing fault reports
•Changing the date and time
•Clearing the breaker arcing current
•Clearing energy records
•Clearing the data logger
•Clearing the user-programmable pushbutton states
The following operations are under setting password supervision:
•Changing any setting
•Test mode operation
The L60 supports password entry from a local or remote connection. Local access is defined as any access to settings or
commands via the faceplate interface. This includes both keypad entry and the through the faceplate RS232 port. Remote
access is defined as any access to settings or commands via any rear communications port. This includes both Ethernet
and RS485 connections. Any changes to the local or remote passwords enables this functionality.
When entering a settings or command password via EnerVista or any serial interface, the user must enter the corresponding connection password. If the connection is to the back of the L60, the remote password must be used. If the connection
is to the RS232 port of the faceplate, the local password applies.
Password access events are logged in the Event Recorder.
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c) CYBERSENTRY SECURITY
CyberSentry Embedded Security is a software option that provides advanced security services. When this option is purchased, the basic password security is disabled automatically.
CyberSentry provides security through the following features:
•An Authentication, Authorization, Accounting (AAA) Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service (RADIUS) client that
is centrally managed, enables user attribution, provides accounting of all user activities, and uses secure standardsbased strong cryptography for authentication and credential protection.
•A Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) system that provides a permission model that allows access to UR device oper-
ations and configurations based on specific roles and individual user accounts configured on the AAA server (that is,
Administrator, Supervisor, Engineer, Operator, Observer).
•Security event reporting through the Syslog protocol for supporting Security Information Event Management (SIEM)
systems for centralized cybersecurity monitoring.
•Strong encryption of all access and configuration network messages between the EnerVista software and UR devices
using the Secure Shell (SSH) protocol, the Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), and 128-bit keys in Galois Counter
Mode (GCM) as specified in the U.S. National Security Agency Suite B extension for SSH and approved by the
National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) FIPS-140-2 standards for cryptographic systems.
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Administrator
Engineer
Supervisor
Operator
Observer
Example: Administrative functions can be segmented away from common operator functions, or engineering type access,
all of which are defined by separate roles, as shown in the following figure, so that access of UR devices by multiple personnel within a substation is allowed. Permission for each role are outlined in the next section.
Figure 2–3: CYBERSENTRY USER ROLES
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There are two types of authentication supported by CyberSentry that can be used to access the UR device:
•Device Authentication (local UR device authenticates)
•Server Authentication (RADIUS server authenticates)
The EnerVista software allows access to functionality that is determined by the user role, which comes either from the local
UR device or RADIUS server.
The EnerVista software has a device authentication option on the login screen for accessing the UR device. When the
"Device" button is selected, the UR uses its local authentication database and not the RADIUS server to authenticate the
user. In this case, it uses its built-in roles (Administrator, Engineer, Supervisor, Observer, Operator) as login names and the
associated passwords are stored on the UR device. As such, when using the local accounts, access is not user-attributable.
In cases where user attributable access is required especially to facilitate auditable processes for compliance reasons, use
RADIUS authentication only.
When the "Server" Authentication Type option is selected, the UR uses the RADIUS server and not its local authentication
database to authenticate the user.
No password or security information are displayed in plain text by the EnerVista software or UR device, nor are they ever
transmitted without cryptographic protection.
CYBERSENTRY USER ROLES
CyberSentry user roles (Administrator, Engineer, Operator, Supervisor, Observer) limit the levels of access to various UR
device functions. This means that the EnerVista software allows for access to functionality based on the user’s logged in
role.
Example: Observer cannot write any settings.
The table lists the roles that are supported and their corresponding capabilities.
Table 2–3: PERMISSIONS BY USER ROLE FOR CYBERSENTRY
|--------------|--------------- CommunicationsRWRWRRR
|--------------- Modbus user mapRWRWRRR
|--------------- Real Time ClockRWRWRRR
|--------------- OscillographyRWRWRRR
|--------------- Data LoggerRWRWRRR
|--------------- DemandRWRWRRR
|---------------
|--------------|--------------- Control PushbuttonsRWRWRRR
3.Supervisor = RW (default), Administrator = R (default), Administrator = RW (only if Supervisor role is disabled)
4.NA = the permission is not enforced by CyberSentry Security
CYBERSENTRY SERVER AUTHENTICATION
The UR has been designed to automatically direct authentication requests based on user names. In this respect, local
account names on the UR are considered as reserved, and not used on a RADIUS server.
The UR automatically detects whether an authentication request is to be handled remotely or locally. As there are only five
local accounts possible on the UR, if the user ID credential does not match one of the five local accounts, the UR automatically forwards the request to a RADIUS server when one is provided.
If a RADIUS server is provided, but is unreachable over the network, server authentication requests are denied. In this situation, use local UR accounts to gain access to the UR system.
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2.1.3 ORDERING
The L60 is available as a 19-inch rack horizontal mount unit or a reduced size (¾) vertical mount unit, and consists of the
following modules: CPU, faceplate, power supply, CPU, CTs and VTs, digital input and outputs, transducer inputs and outputs, and inter-relay communications. Each of these modules can be supplied in a number of configurations specified at the
time of ordering. The information required to completely specify the relay is provided in the following tables (see chapter 3
for additional details of relay modules).
The L60 is specified with two CT/VT modules (8F and 8P). When the L60 is applied in two-breaker configurations (such as
breaker-and-a-half or ring configurations), the currents from the two CTs are summed internally within the relay or externally. If the voltage is not supplies to the relay, some functions (such as distance, undervoltage, and synchrocheck) will not
be available.
Order codes are subject to change without notice. See the GE Multilin ordering page at
http://www.gedigitalenergy.com/multilin/order.htm
for the latest options.
The order codes for the horizontal mount units are shown below.
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Table 2–4: L60 ORDER CODES (HORIZONTAL UNITS)
BASE UNITL60| || | |||||||| Base Unit
CPUT || | |||||||| RS485 and Three Multi-mode fiber 100Base-FX (SFP wi th LC)
SOFTWARE00| | |||||||| No software options
MOUNT/COATINGH | |||||||| Horizontal (19” rack)
FACEPLATE/ DISPLAYC |||||||| E nglish display
POWER SUPPLY
(redundant supply must
be same type as main supply)
CT/VT MODULES8P|8F|||| 4CT, 2 communications channels, standard 4CT/4VT (breaker-and-a-half)
DIGITAL INPUTS/OUTPUTSXXXXXXXXXX No Module
TRANSDUCER
INPUTS/OUTPUTS
(select a maximum of 3 per unit)
INTER-RELAY
COMMUNICATIONS
(select a maximum of 1 per unit)
L60 - * ** - * * * - F ** - H ** - L ** - N ** - S ** - U ** - W/X ** For Full Sized Horizontal Mount
U || | |||||||| RS485 and Two Multi-mode fiber 100Base-FX (SFP with LC), One 10/100Base-T (SFP with RJ45)
V || | |||||||| RS485 and Three 10/100Base-T (SFP with RJ45)
A | |||||||| Horizontal (19” rack) with harsh environmental coating
D |||||||| French display
R |||||||| Russian display
A |||||||| Chinese display
P |||||||| English display with 4 small and 12 large p rogrammable pushbuttons
G |||||||| French display with 4 small and 12 large programmable pushbuttons
S |||||||| Russian display with 4 small and 12 large programmable pushbuttons
B |||||||| Chinese display with 4 small and 12 large programmable pushbuttons
K |||||||| Enhanced front panel with English display
M |||||||| Enhanced front panel with French display
Q |||||||| Enhanced front panel with Russian display
U |||||||| Enhanced front panel with Chinese display
L |||||||| Enhanced front panel with English d isplay and user-programmable pushbuttons
N |||||||| Enhanced front panel with French display and user-programmable pushbutton s
T |||||||| Enhanced front panel with Russian di splay and user-programmable pushbuttons
V |||||||| Enhanced front panel with Chinese display and user-pr ogrammable pushbuttons
H||||||| 125 / 250 V AC/DC power supply
H||||||RH 125 / 250 V AC/DC with redundant 125 / 250 V AC/DC power supply
L||||||| 24 to 48 V (DC only) power supply
L||||||RL 24 to 48 V (DC only) with redundant 24 to 48 V DC power supply
4A4A4A4A| 4 Solid-State (no monitoring) MOSFET outputs
4B4B4B4B| 4 Solid-State (voltage with optional current) MOSFET outputs
4C4C4C4C| 4 Solid-State (current with optional voltage) MOSFET outputs
4D4D4D4D| 16 digital inputs with Auto-Burnishing
4L4L4L4L| 14 Form-A (no monitoring) Latching outputs
67676767| 8 Form-A (no monitoring) outputs
6A6A6A6A| 2 Form-A (voltage with optional current) and 2 Form-C outputs, 8 digital inputs
6B6B6B6B| 2 Form-A (voltage with optional current) and 4 Form-C outputs, 4 digital inputs
6C6C6C6C| 8 Form-C outputs
6D6D6D6D| 16 digital inputs
6E6E6E6E| 4 Form-C outputs, 8 digital inputs
6F6F6F6F| 8 Fast Form-C outpu ts
6G6G6G6G| 4 Form-A (voltage with optional current) outputs, 8 digital inputs
6H6H6H6H| 6 Form-A (voltage with optional current) outputs, 4 digi tal inputs
6K6K6K6K| 4 Form-C and 4 Fast Form-C outputs
6L6L6L6L| 2 Form-A (current with optional voltage) and 2 Form-C outputs, 8 digital inputs
6M6M6M6M| 2 Form-A (current with optional voltage) and 4 Form-C outp uts, 4 digital inputs
6N6N6N6N| 4 Form-A (current with optional voltage) outputs, 8 digi tal inputs
6P6P6P6P| 6 Form-A (current with optional voltage) outputs, 4 digital inputs
6R6R6R6R| 2 Form-A (no monitoring) and 2 Form-C out puts, 8 digital inputs
6S6S6S6S| 2 Form-A (no monitoring) and 4 Form-C outputs, 4 digital inputs
6T6T6T6T| 4 Form-A (no monitori ng) outputs, 8 digital inputs
6U6U6U6U| 6 Form-A (no monitoring) outputs, 4 digital inputs
6V6V6V6V| 2 Form-A outputs, 1 Form-C output, 2 Form-A (no monitoring) latching outputs, 8 digital inputs
5A5A5A5A| 4 DCmA inputs, 4 DCmA outputs (only one 5A module is allowed)
5C5C5C5C| 8 RTD inputs
5D5D5D5D| 4 RTD inputs, 4 DCmA outputs (only one 5D module is allowed)
5E5E5E5E| 4 RTD inputs, 4 DCmA inputs
5F5F5F5F| 8 DCmA inputs
The order codes for the reduced size vertical mount units are shown below.
Table 2–5: L60 ORDER CODES (REDUCED SIZE VERTICAL UNITS)
BASE UNITL60| || | |||||| Base Unit
CPUT || | |||||| RS485 and Three Multi-mode fiber 100Base-FX ( SFP with LC)
SOFTWARE00| | |||||| No software options
MOUNT/COATINGV | |||||| Vertical (3/4 rack)
FACEPLATE/ DISPLAYF |||||| English display
POWER SUPPLYH||||| 125 / 250 V AC/DC power supply
CT/VT MODULES8P|8F|| 4CT, 2 communications channels, standard 4CT/4VT (breaker-and-a-half)
DIGITAL INPUTS/OUTPUTSXXXXXX No Module
TRANSDUCER
INPUTS/OUTPUTS
(select a maximum of 3 per unit)
INTER-RELAY
COMMUNICATIONS
(select a maximum of 1 per unit)
L60 - * ** - * * * - F ** - H ** - L ** - N ** - R ** Reduced Size Vertical Mount
U || | |||||| RS485 and Two Multi-mode fiber 100Base-FX (SFP with LC), One 10/100Base-T (SFP with RJ45)
V || | |||||| RS485 and Three 10/100Base-T (SFP with RJ45)
B | |||||| Vertical (3/4 rack) with harsh environmental coating
D |||||| French display
R |||||| Russian display
A |||||| Chinese display
K |||||| Enhanced front panel with English display
M |||||| Enhanced front panel with French display
Q |||||| Enhanced front panel with Russian display
U |||||| Enhanced front panel with Chinese display
L |||||| Enhanced front panel with English display and user-programmable pushbuttons
N |||||| Enhanced front panel with French display and user-programmable pushbuttons
T |||||| Enhanced front panel with Russian display and user-programmable pushbuttons
V |||||| Enhanced front panel with Chinese display and user-programmable pushbuttons
L||||| 24 to 48 V (DC only) power supply
4A4A| 4 Solid-State (no monitoring) MOSFET outputs
4B4B| 4 Solid-State (voltage with optional current) MOSFET outputs
4C4C| 4 Solid-State (current with optional voltage) MOSFET outputs
4D4D| 16 digital inputs with Auto-Burnishing
4L4L| 14 Form-A (no monitoring) Latching outputs
6767| 8 Form-A (no monitor ing) outputs
6A6A| 2 Form-A (voltage with optional current) and 2 Form-C outputs, 8 digital inputs
6B6B| 2 Form-A (voltage with optional current) and 4 Form-C outputs, 4 digital inputs
6C6C| 8 Form-C outputs
6D6D| 16 digital inputs
6E6E| 4 Form-C outputs, 8 digital inputs
6F6F| 8 Fast Form-C outputs
6G6G| 4 Form-A (voltage with optional current) outputs, 8 digital inputs
6H6H| 6 Form-A (voltage with optional current) outputs, 4 digital inputs
6K6K| 4 Form-C and 4 Fast Form-C outputs
6L6L| 2 Form-A (current with optional voltage) and 2 Form-C outputs, 8 digital inputs
6M6M| 2 Form-A (current w ith optional voltage) and 4 Form-C outputs, 4 digital inputs
6N6N| 4 Form-A (current with optional voltage) outputs, 8 digital inputs
6P6P| 6 Form-A (current with optional voltage) outputs, 4 digital inputs
6R6R| 2 Form-A (no monitoring) and 2 Form-C out puts, 8 digital inputs
6S6S| 2 Form-A (no monitoring) and 4 Form-C outputs, 4 digital inputs
6T6T| 4 Form-A (no monitoring) outputs, 8 digital inputs
6U6U| 6 Form-A (no monitoring) outputs, 4 digital inputs
6V6V| 2 Form-A outputs, 1 Form-C output, 2 Form-A (no monitoring) latching outputs, 8 digital inputs
5A5A| 4 DCmA inputs, 4 DCmA outputs (only one 5A module is allowed)
5C5C| 8 RTD inputs
5D5D| 4 RTD inputs, 4 DCmA outputs (only one 5D module is allowed)
5E5E| 4 RTD inputs, 4 DCmA inputs
5F5F| 8 DCmA inputs
Replacement modules can be ordered separately. When ordering a replacement CPU module or faceplate, provide the
serial number of your existing unit.
Not all replacement modules may be applicable to the L60 relay. Only the modules specified in the order codes are
available as replacement modules.
Replacement module codes are subject to change without notice. See the ordering page at
http://www.gedigitalenergy.com/multilin/order.htm
for the latest options.
The replacement module order codes for the horizontal mount units are shown below.
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Table 2–6: ORDER CODES FOR REPLACEMENT MODULES, HORIZONTAL UNITS
POWER SUPPLY (redundant supply only available in
horizontal units and must be same type as main
supply) (for redundant supply, must swap both power
supplies when switching from RH to SH)
CPU|T| RS485 with 3 100Base-FX Ethernet, multimode, SFP with LC
FACEPLATE/DISPLAY|3C| Horizontal faceplate with keypad and English display
CONTACT INPUTS AND OUTPUTS|4A| 4 Solid-State (no monitoring) MOSFET outputs
|U| RS485 w ith 1 100Base-T Ethernet, SFP RJ-45 + 2 100Base-FX Ethernet, multimode, SFP with LC
|V| RS485 with 3 100Base-T Ethernet, SFP with RJ-45
|3D| Hor izontal faceplate with keypad and French display
|3R| Horizontal faceplate with keypad and Russian display
|3A| Horizontal faceplate wit h keypad and Chinese display
|3P| Horizontal faceplate wit h keypad, user-programmable pushbuttons, and English display
|3G| Horizontal faceplate with keypad, user-programmable pushbuttons, and French display
|3S| Horizontal faceplate with keypad, user-programmable pushbuttons, and Russian display
|3B| Horizontal faceplate wit h keypad, user-programmable pushbuttons, and Chinese display
|3K| Enhanced fro nt panel with English display
|3M| Enhanced front panel with French display
|3Q| Enhanced front panel with Russian display
|3U| Enhanced front panel with Chinese display
|3L| Enhanced front panel with En glish display and user-programmable pushbuttons
|3N| Enhanced front panel with French display and user-programmable pushbuttons
|3T| Enhanced front panel with Russian display and user-programmable pushbuttons
|3V| Enhanced fro nt panel with Chinese display and user-programmable pushbuttons
|4B| 4 Solid-State (voltage with optional current) MOSFET outputs
|4C| 4 Solid-State (current with optional voltage) MOSFET out puts
|4D| 16 contact inputs with Auto -Burnishing
|4L| 14 Form-A (no monitoring) Latching outputs
|67| 8 Form-A (no monitoring) outputs
|6A| 2 Form-A (voltage with optional current) and 2 Form-C outputs, 8 contact inputs
|6B| 2 Form-A (voltage with optional current) and 4 Form-C outputs, 4 contact inputs
|6C| 8 Form-C outputs
|6D| 16 contact inputs
|6E| 4 Form-C outputs, 8 contact inputs
|6F| 8 Fast Form-C outputs
|6G| 4 Form -A (voltage with optional current) outputs, 8 contact inputs
|6H| 6 Form-A (voltage wit h optional current) outputs, 4 contact inputs
|6K| 4 Form-C and 4 Fast Form-C outputs
|6L| 2 Form-A (current with optional voltage) and 2 Form-C outputs, 8 contact inputs
|6M| 2 Form-A (current with optiona l voltage) and 4 Form-C outputs, 4 contact inputs
|6N| 4 Form-A (current with optional voltage) outputs, 8 contact inputs
|6P| 6 Form-A (current with optional voltage) outputs, 4 contact inputs
|6R| 2 Form-A (no monitoring) and 2 Form-C outputs, 8 contact inputs
|6S| 2 Form-A (no monitoring) and 4 Form-C outputs, 4 contact inputs
|6T| 4 Form-A (no monitoring ) outputs, 8 contact inputs
|6U| 6 Form-A (no monitoring) outputs, 4 contact inputs
|6V| 2 Form-A outputs, 1 Form-C output, 2 Form-A (no monitoring) latching outputs, 8 contact inputs
|8L| Standard 4CT/4VT with enhanced diagnostics
|8N| Standard 8CT with enhanced diagnostics
|8M| Sensitive Ground 4CT/4VT with enhanced diagnostics
|8R| Sensit ive Ground 8CT with enhanced diagnostics
|8P| 4CT and 2 communications channels
|U| RS485 w ith 1 100Base-T Ethernet, SFP RJ-45 + 2 100Base-FX Ethernet, multimode, SFP with LC
|V| RS485 with 3 100Base-T Ethernet, SFP with RJ-45
|3D| Vertical faceplate with keypad and French display
|3R| Vertical faceplate with keypad and Russian display
|3K| Vertical faceplate with keypad and Chinese display
|3K| Enhanced fro nt panel with English display
|3M| Enhanced front panel with French display
|3Q| Enhanced front panel with Russian display
|3U| Enhanced front panel with Chinese display
|3L| Enhanced front panel with Eng lish display and user-programmable pushbuttons
|3N| Enhanced front panel with French display and user-programmable pushbuttons
|3T| Enhanced front panel with Russian display and user-programmable pushbuttons
|3V| Enhanced fro nt panel with Chinese display and user-programmable pushbuttons
|4B| 4 Solid-State (voltage with optional current) MOSFET outputs
|4C| 4 Solid-State (current with optional voltage) MOSFET out puts
|4D| 16 contact inputs with Auto-B urnishing
|4L| 14 Form-A (no monitoring) Latching outputs
|67| 8 Form-A (no monitoring) outputs
|6A| 2 Form-A (voltage with optional current) and 2 Form-C outputs, 8 contact inputs
|6B| 2 Form-A (voltage with optional current) and 4 Form-C outputs, 4 contact inputs
|6C| 8 Form-C outputs
|6D| 16 contact inputs
|6E| 4 Form-C outputs, 8 contact inputs
|6F| 8 Fast Form-C outputs
|6G| 4 Form -A (voltage with optional current) outputs, 8 contact inputs
|6H| 6 Form-A (voltage wit h optional current) outputs, 4 contact inputs
|6K| 4 Form-C and 4 Fast Form-C outputs
|6L| 2 Form-A (current with optional voltage) and 2 Form-C outputs, 8 contact inputs
|6M| 2 Form-A (current with optiona l voltage) and 4 Form-C outputs, 4 contact inputs
|6N| 4 Form-A (current with optional voltage) outputs, 8 contact inputs
|6P| 6 Form-A (current with optional voltage) outputs, 4 contact inputs
|6R| 2 Form-A (no monitoring) and 2 Form-C outputs, 8 contact inputs
|6S| 2 Form-A (no monitoring) and 4 Form-C outputs, 4 contact inputs
|6T| 4 Form-A (no monitoring ) outputs, 8 contact inputs
|6U| 6 Form-A (no monitoring) outputs, 4 contact inputs
|6V| 2 Form-A outputs, 1 Form-C output, 2 Form-A (no monitoring) latching outputs, 8 contact inputs
|8L| Standard 4CT/4VT with enhanced diagnostics
|8N| Standard 8CT with enhanced diagnostics
|8P| 4CT and 2 communications channels
2.2SPECIFICATIONSSPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE
2.2.1 PROTECTION ELEMENTS
The operating times include the activation time of a trip rated form-A output contact unless otherwise indicated.
FlexLogic operands of a given element are 4 ms faster. Take this into account when using FlexLogic to interconnect
with other protection or control elements of the relay, building FlexLogic equations, or interfacing with other IEDs or
power system devices via communications or different output contacts. If not specified, operate times are given
here for a 60 Hz system at nominal system frequency. Operate times for a 50 Hz system are 1.2 times longer.
87PC SCHEME
Signal selection:mixed I_2 – K × I_1 (K = 0.00 to 0.25 in
steps of 0.01), or 3I_0
Angle reference:0 to 360° leading in steps of 1
Fault detector low:
Mixed signal overcurrent: 0.02 to 15.00 pu in steps of 0.01
× Z – V2:0.005 to 15.000 pu in steps of 0.001
I
2
/dt:0.01 to 5.00 pu in steps of 0.01
dI
2
/dt:0.01 to 5.00 pu in steps of 0.01
dI
1
overcurrent:0.20 to 5.00 pu in steps of 0.01
I
1
overcurrent:0.02 to 5.00 pu in steps of 0.01
I
2
Fault detector high:
Mixed signal overcurrent: 0.10 to 15.00 pu in steps of 0.01
× Z – V2:0.005 to 15.000 pu in steps of 0.001
I
2
/dt:0.01 to 5.00 pu in steps of 0.01
dI
2
/dt:0.01 to 5.00 pu in steps of 0.01
dI
1
overcurrent:0.50 to 5.00 pu in steps of 0.01
I
1
overcurrent:0.05 to 5.00 pu in steps of 0.01
I
2
Signal symmetry
adjustment:–5.0 to 5.0 ms in steps of 0.1
Channel delay
adjustment:0.000 to 30.00 ms in steps of 0.001
Channel adjustments:channel delay and signal symmetry com-
pensation
Operate time (typical):¾ cycle for single phase comparison
Trip security:first coincidence or enhanced
Second coincidence timer: 10 to 200 ms in steps of 1
Enhanced stability angle: 40 to 180° in steps of 1
Charging current compensation: 0.100 to 65.535 kΩ in steps of
½ cycle for dual phase comparison
0.001
PHASE DISTANCE
Characteristic:mho (memory polarized or offset) or
quad (memory polarized or non-direc-
tional), selectable individually per zone
Number of zones:3
Directionality:forward, reverse, or non-directional
Reach (secondary Ω):0.02 to 500.00 Ω in steps of 0.01
Reach accuracy:±5% including the effect of CVT tran-
sients up to an SIR of 30
Distance:
Characteristic angle:30 to 90° in steps of 1
Comparator limit angle: 30 to 90° in steps of 1
Directional supervision:
Characteristic angle:30 to 90° in steps of 1
Limit angle:30 to 90° in steps of 1
Right blinder (Quad only):
Reach:0.02 to 500 Ω in steps of 0.01
Characteristic angle:60 to 90° in steps of 1
Left Blinder (Quad only):
Reach:0.02 to 500 Ω in steps of 0.01
Characteristic angle:60 to 90° in steps of 1
Time delay:0.000 to 65.535 s in steps of 0.001
Timer accuracy:±3% of operate time or ±1/4 cycle
(whichever is greater)
Current supervision:
Level:line-to-line current
Pickup:0.050 to 30.000 pu in steps of 0.001
Dropout: 97 to 98%
Memory duration:5 to 25 cycles in steps of 1
VT location:all delta-wye and wye-delta transformers
CT location:all delta-wye and wye-delta transformers
Voltage supervision pickup (series compensation applications):
0 to 5.000 pu in steps of 0.001
Operation time:1 to 1.5 cycles (typical)
Reset time:1 power cycle (typical)
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GROUND DISTANCE
Characteristic:Mho (memory polarized or offset) or
Quad (memory polarized or non-directional)
Reactance polarization: negative-sequence or zero-sequence
current
Non-homogeneity angle: –40 to 40° in steps of 1
Number of zones:3
2
Directionality:forward, reverse, or non-directional
Reach (secondary Ω):0.02 to 500.00 Ω in steps of 0.01
Reach accuracy:±5% including the effect of CVT tran-
sients up to an SIR of 30
Distance characteristic angle: 30 to 90° in steps of 1
Distance comparator limit angle: 30 to 90° in steps of 1
Directional supervision:
Characteristic angle:30 to 90° in steps of 1
Limit angle:30 to 90° in steps of 1
Zero-sequence compensation
Z0/Z1 magnitude:0.00 to 10.00 in steps of 0.01
Z0/Z1 angle:–90 to 90° in steps of 1
Zero-sequence mutual compensation
Z0M/Z1 magnitude:0.00 to 7.00 in steps of 0.01
Z0M/Z1 angle:–90 to 90° in steps of 1
Right blinder (Quad only):
Reach:0.02 to 500 Ω in steps of 0.01
Characteristic angle:60 to 90° in steps of 1
Left blinder (Quad only):
Reach:0.02 to 500 Ω in steps of 0.01
Characteristic angle:60 to 90° in steps of 1
Time delay:0.000 to 65.535 s in steps of 0.001
Timer accuracy:±3% of operate time or ±1/4 cycle
(whichever is greater)
Current supervision:
Level:neutral current (3I_0)
Pickup:0.050 to 30.000 pu in steps of 0.001
Dropout: 97 to 98%
Memory duration:5 to 25 cycles in steps of 1
Voltage supervision pickup (series compensation applications):
Operation time:1 to 1.5 cycles (typical)
Reset time:1 power cycle (typical)
0 to 5.000 pu in steps of 0.001
LINE PICKUP
Phase instantaneous overcurrent: 0.000 to 30.000 pu
Undervoltage pickup:0.000 to 3.000 pu
Overvoltage delay:0.000 to 65.535 s
PHASE/NEUTRAL/GROUND TOC
Current:Phasor or RMS
Pickup level:0.000 to 30.000 pu in steps of 0.001
Dropout level:97% to 98% of pickup
Level accuracy:
0.1 to 2.0 × CT:±0.5% of reading or ±0.4% of rated
(whichever is greater)
> 2.0 × CT:±1.5% of reading > 2.0 × CT rating
Curve shapes:IEEE Moderately/Very/Extremely
Inverse; IEC (and BS) A/B/C and Short
Inverse; GE IAC Inverse, Short/Very/
Extremely Inverse; I
(programmable); Definite Time (0.01 s
base curve)
Curve multiplier:Time Dial = 0.00 to 600.00 in steps of
0.01
Reset type:Instantaneous/Timed (per IEEE)
Curve timing accuracy
at 1.03 to 20 x pickup:±3.5% of operate time or ±½ cycle
(whichever is greater) from pickup to
operate
Voltage restraint:Modifies pickup current for voltage in the
range of 0.1<V<0.9 VT Nominal in a
fixed linear relationship
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t; FlexCurves™
PHASE/NEUTRAL/GROUND IOC
Pickup level:0.000 to 30.000 pu in steps of 0.001
Dropout level:97 to 98% of pickup
Level accuracy:
0.1 to 2.0 × CT rating: ±0.5% of reading or ±0.4% of rated
(whichever is greater)
> 2.0 × CT rating±1.5% of reading
Overreach:<2%
Pickup delay:0.00 to 600.00 s in steps of 0.01
Reset delay:0.00 to 600.00 s in steps of 0.01
Operate time:<16 ms at 3 × pickup at 60 Hz
(Phase/Ground IOC)
<20 ms at 3 × pickup at 60 Hz
(Neutral IOC)
Timer accuracy:±3% of operate time or ±1/4 cycle
(whichever is greater)
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NEGATIVE SEQUENCE TOC
Current:Phasor
Pickup level:0.000 to 30.000 pu in steps of 0.001
Dropout level:97% to 98% of pickup
Level accuracy:±0.5% of reading or ±0.4% of rated
(whichever is greater)
from 0.1 to 2.0 x CT rating
±1.5% of reading > 2.0 x CT rating
Curve shapes:IEEE Moderately/Very/Extremely
Inverse; IEC (and BS) A/B/C and Short
Inverse; GE IAC Inverse, Short/Very/
Extremely Inverse; I
(programmable); Definite Time (0.01 s
base curve)
Curve multiplier (Time dial): 0.00 to 600.00 in steps of 0.01
Reset type:Instantaneous/Timed (per IEEE) and Lin-
ear
Curve timing accuracy
at 1.03 to 20 x pickup:±3.5% of operate time or ±½ cycle
(whichever is greater) from pickup to
operate
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t; FlexCurves™
NEGATIVE SEQUENCE IOC
Current:Phasor
Pickup level:0.000 to 30.000 pu in steps of 0.001
Dropout level:97 to 98% of pickup
Level accuracy:0.1 to 2.0 × CT rating: ±0.5% of reading
or ±0.4% of rated (whichever is greater);
> 2.0 × CT rating: ±1.5% of reading
Overreach:<2%
Pickup delay:0.00 to 600.00 s in steps of 0.01
Reset delay:0.00 to 600.00 s in steps of 0.01
Operate time:<20 ms at 3 × pickup at 60 Hz
Timer accuracy:±3% of operate time or ±1/4 cycle
(whichever is greater)
PHASE DIRECTIONAL OVERCURRENT
Relay connection:90° (quadrature)
Quadrature voltage:ABC phase seq.: phase A (V
B (V
), phase C (VAB); ACB phase
CA
seq.: phase A (V
phase C (V
Polarizing voltage threshold: 0.000 to 3.000 pu in steps of 0.001
Current sensitivity threshold: 0.05 pu
Characteristic angle:0 to 359
Angle accuracy:±2°
Operation time (FlexLogic operands):
° in steps of 1
Tripping (reverse load, forward fault):<
12 ms, typically
Blocking (forward load, reverse fault):<
8 ms, typically
BA
CB
)
), phase B (VAC),
), phase
BC
NEUTRAL DIRECTIONAL OVERCURRENT
Directionality:Co-existing forward and reverse
Polarizing:Voltage, Current, Dual, Dual-V, Dual-I
Polarizing voltage:V_0 or VX
Polarizing current:IG
Operating current:I_0
Level sensing:3 × (|I_0| – K × |I_1|), IG
Restraint, K:0.000 to 0.500 in steps of 0.001
Characteristic angle:–90 to 90° in steps of 1
Limit angle:40 to 90° in steps of 1, independent for
forward and reverse
Angle accuracy:±2°
Offset impedance:0.00 to 250.00 Ω in steps of 0.01
Pickup level:0.002 to 30.000 pu in steps of 0.01
Dropout level:97 to 98%
Operation time:<16 ms at 3 × pickup at 60 Hz
Zero-sequence:|I_0| – K × |I_1|
Negative-sequence:|I_2| – K × |I_1|
Restraint, K:0.000 to 0.500 in steps of 0.001
Characteristic angle:0 to 90° in steps of 1
Limit angle:40 to 90° in steps of 1, independent for
forward and reverse
Angle accuracy:±2°
Offset impedance:0.00 to 250.00 Ω in steps of 0.01
Pickup level:0.015 to 30.000 pu in steps of 0.01
Dropout level:97 to 98%
Operation time:<16 ms at 3 × pickup at 60 Hz
WATTMETRIC ZERO-SEQUENCE DIRECTIONAL
Measured power:zero-sequence
Number of elements:2
Characteristic angle:0 to 360° in steps of 1
Minimum power:0.001 to 1.200 pu in steps of 0.001
Pickup level accuracy:±1% or ±0.0025 pu, whichever is greater
Hysteresis:3% or 0.001 pu, whichever is greater
Pickup delay:definite time (0 to 600.00 s in steps of
0.01), inverse time, or FlexCurve
Inverse time multiplier: 0.01 to 2.00 s in steps of 0.01
Curve timing accuracy: ±3.5% of operate time or ±1 cycle
(whichever is greater) from pickup to
operate
Operate time:<30 ms at 60 Hz
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PHASE UNDERVOLTAGE
Voltage:Phasor only
Pickup level:0.000 to 3.000 pu in steps of 0.001
Dropout level:102 to 103% of pickup
Level accuracy:±0.5% of reading from 10 to 208 V
Curve shapes:GE IAV Inverse;
Definite Time (0.1s base curve)
Curve multiplier:Time dial = 0.00 to 600.00 in steps of
2
Curve timing accuracy
at <0.90 x pickup:±3.5% of operate time or ±1/2 cycle
0.01
(whichever is greater) from pickup to
operate
AUXILIARY UNDERVOLTAGE
Pickup level:0.000 to 3.000 pu in steps of 0.001
Dropout level:102 to 103% of pickup
Level accuracy:±0.5% of reading from 10 to 208 V
Curve shapes:GE IAV Inverse, Definite Time
Curve multiplier:Time Dial = 0 to 600.00 in steps of 0.01
Curve timing accuracy
at <0.90 x pickup:±3.5% of operate time or ±1/2 cycle
(whichever is greater) from pickup to
operate
PHASE OVERVOLTAGE
Voltage:Phasor only
Pickup level:0.000 to 3.000 pu in steps of 0.001
Dropout level:97 to 98% of pickup
Level accuracy:±0.5% of reading from 10 to 208 V
Pickup delay:0.00 to 600.00 in steps of 0.01 s
Operate time:<30 ms at 1.10 × pickup at 60 Hz
Timer accuracy:±3% of operate time or ±1/4 cycle
(whichever is greater)
NEUTRAL OVERVOLTAGE
Pickup level:0.000 to 3.000 pu in steps of 0.001
Dropout level:97 to 98% of pickup
Level accuracy:±0.5% of reading from 10 to 208 V
Pickup delay:0.00 to 600.00 s in steps of 0.01 (definite
time) or user-defined curve
Reset delay:0.00 to 600.00 s in steps of 0.01
Curve timing accuracy
at >1.1 x pickup:±3.5% of operate time or ±1 cycle
Operate time:<30 ms at 1.10 × pickup at 60 Hz
(whichever is greater) from pickup to
operate
AUXILIARY OVERVOLTAGE
Pickup level:0.000 to 3.000 pu in steps of 0.001
Dropout level:97 to 98% of pickup
Level accuracy:±0.5% of reading from 10 to 208 V
Pickup delay:0 to 600.00 s in steps of 0.01
Reset delay:0 to 600.00 s in steps of 0.01
Timer accuracy:±3% of operate time or ±1/4 cycle
(whichever is greater)
Operate time:<30 ms at 1.10 × pickup at 60 Hz
NEGATIVE SEQUENCE OVERVOLTAGE
Pickup level:0.000 to 1.250 pu in steps of 0.001
Dropout level:97 to 98% of pickup
Level accuracy:±0.5% of reading from 10 to 208 V
Pickup delay:0 to 600.00 s in steps of 0.01
Reset delay:0 to 600.00 s in steps of 0.01
Timer accuracy:±3% of operate time or ±20 ms, which-
ever is greater
Operate time:<30 ms at 1.10 × pickup at 60 Hz
BREAKER FAILURE
Mode:1-pole, 3-pole
Current supervision:phase, neutral current
Current supv. pickup:0.001 to 30.000 pu in steps of 0.001
Current supv. dropout:97 to 98% of pickup
Current supv. accuracy:
0.1 to 2.0 × CT rating: ±0.75% of reading or ±2% of rated
(whichever is greater)
above 2 × CT rating:±2.5% of reading
BREAKER ARCING CURRENT
Principle:accumulates breaker duty (I2t) and mea-
sures fault duration
Initiation:programmable per phase from any Flex-
Logic operand
Compensation for auxiliary relays: 0 to 65.535 s in steps of 0.001
Alarm threshold:0 to 50000 kA2-cycle in steps of 1
Fault duration accuracy: 0.25 of a power cycle
Availability:1 per CT bank with a minimum of 2
BREAKER FLASHOVER
Operating quantity:phase current, voltage and voltage differ-
ence
Pickup level voltage:0 to 1.500 pu in steps of 0.001
Dropout level voltage:97 to 98% of pickup
Pickup level current:0 to 1.500 pu in steps of 0.001
Dropout level current:97 to 98% of pickup
Level accuracy:±0.5% or ±0.1% of rated, whichever is
Pickup delay:0 to 65.535 s in steps of 0.001
Timer accuracy:±3% of operate time or ±42 ms, which-
Operate time:<42 ms at 1.10 × pickup at 60 Hz
greater
ever is greater
OPEN BREAKER ECHO
Keying of the transmitter in case one end of the line is open or
weak-infeed at the terminal.
SYNCHROCHECK
Max voltage difference: 0 to 400000 V in steps of 1
Max angle difference:0 to 100
Max freq. difference:0.00 to 2.00 Hz in steps of 0.01
Hysteresis for max. freq. diff.: 0.00 to 0.10 Hz in steps of 0.01
Dead source function:None, LV1 & DV2, DV1 & LV2, DV1 or
° in steps of 1
DV2, DV1 xor DV2, DV1 & DV2
(L = Live, D = Dead)
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AUTORECLOSURE
Two breakers applications
Single- and three-pole tripping schemes
Up to 4 reclose attempts before lockout
Selectable reclosing mode and breaker sequence
PILOT-AIDED SCHEMES
Permissive Overreaching Transfer Trip (POTT)
TRIP OUTPUT
Collects trip and reclose input requests and issues outputs to con-
trol tripping and reclosing.
Communications timer delay: 0 to 65535 s in steps of 0.001
Evolving fault timer:0.000 to 65.535 s in steps of 0.001
Timer accuracy:±3% of operate time or ±1/4 cycle
(whichever is greater)
POWER SWING DETECT
Functions:Power swing block, Out-of-step trip
Characteristic:Mho or Quad
Measured impedance:Positive-sequence
Blocking / tripping modes: 2-step or 3-step
Tripping mode:Early or Delayed
Current supervision:
Pickup level:0.050 to 30.000 pu in steps of 0.001
Dropout level:97 to 98% of pickup
Fwd / reverse reach (sec. Ω): 0.10 to 500.00 Ω in steps of 0.01
Left and right blinders (sec. Ω): 0.10 to 500.00 Ω in steps of 0.01
Impedance accuracy:±5%
Fwd / reverse angle impedances: 40 to 90° in steps of 1
Angle accuracy:±2°
Characteristic limit angles: 40 to 140° in steps of 1
Timers:0.000 to 65.535 s in steps of 0.001
Timer accuracy:±3% of operate time or ±1/4 cycle
(whichever is greater)
LOAD ENCROACHMENT
Responds to:Positive-sequence quantities
Minimum voltage:0.000 to 3.000 pu in steps of 0.001
Reach (sec. Ω):0.02 to 250.00 Ω in steps of 0.01
Impedance accuracy:±5%
Angle:5 to 50° in steps of 1
Angle accuracy:±2°
Pickup delay:0 to 65.535 s in steps of 0.001
Reset delay:0 to 65.535 s in steps of 0.001
Timer accuracy:±3% of operate time or ±1/4 cycle
(whichever is greater)
Operate time:<30 ms at 60 Hz
OPEN POLE DETECTOR
Functionality:Detects an open pole condition, monitor-
ing breaker auxiliary contacts, the current in each phase and optional voltages
on the line
Current pickup level:0.000 to 30.000 pu in steps of 0.001
Line capacitive reactances (X
Remote current pickup level: 0.000 to 30.000 pu in steps of 0.001
Current dropout level:pickup + 3%, not less than 0.05 pu
, XC0): 300.0 to 9999.9 sec. Ω in
C1
steps of 0.1
THERMAL OVERLOAD PROTECTION
Thermal overload curves: IEC 255-8 curve
Base current:0.20 to 3.00 pu in steps of 0.01
Overload (k) factor:1.00 to 1.20 pu in steps of 0.05
Trip time constant:0 to 1000 min. in steps of 1
Reset time constant:0 to 1000 min. in steps of 1
Minimum reset time:0 to 1000 min. in steps of 1
Timer accuracy (cold curve): ±100 ms or 2%, whichever is greater
Timer accuracy (hot curve): ±500 ms or 2%, whichever is greater
< 0.9 × k × Ib and I / (k × Ib) > 1.1
for I
p
TRIP BUS (TRIP WITHOUT FLEXLOGIC)
Number of elements:6
Number of inputs:16
Operate time:<2 ms at 60 Hz
Timer accuracy:±3% or 10 ms, whichever is greater
2
2.2.2 USER-PROGRAMMABLE ELEMENTS
FLEXLOGIC
Programming language: Reverse Polish Notation with graphical
visualization (keypad programmable)
Lines of code:512
Internal variables:64
Supported operations:NOT, XOR, OR (2 to 16 inputs), AND (2
to 16 inputs), NOR (2 to 16 inputs),
NAND (2 to 16 inputs), latch (reset-domi-
nant), edge detectors, timers
Inputs:any logical variable, contact, or virtual
input
Number of timers:32
Pickup delay:0 to 60000 (ms, sec., min.) in steps of 1
Dropout delay:0 to 60000 (ms, sec., min.) in steps of 1
FLEXCURVES™
Number:4 (A through D)
Reset points:40 (0 through 1 of pickup)
Operate points:80 (1 through 20 of pickup)
Time delay:0 to 65535 ms in steps of 1
FLEX STATES
Number:up to 256 logical variables grouped
under 16 Modbus addresses
Programmability:any logical variable, contact, or virtual
input
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FLEXELEMENTS™
Number of elements:8
Operating signal:any analog actual value, or two values in
differential mode
Operating signal mode: signed or absolute value
Operating mode:level, delta
Comparator direction:over, under
Pickup Level:–90.000 to 90.000 pu in steps of 0.001
2
Hysteresis:0.1 to 50.0% in steps of 0.1
Delta dt:20 ms to 60 days
Pickup & dropout delay: 0.000 to 65.535 s in steps of 0.001
NON-VOLATILE LATCHES
Type:set-dominant or reset-dominant
Number:16 (individually programmed)
Output:stored in non-volatile memory
Execution sequence:as input prior to protection, control, and
FlexLogic
USER-PROGRAMMABLE LEDs
Number:48 plus trip and alarm
Programmability:from any logical variable, contact, or vir-
tual input
Reset mode:self-reset or latched
LED TEST
Initiation:from any contact input or user-program-
mable condition
Number of tests:3, interruptible at any time
Duration of full test:approximately 3 minutes
Test sequence 1:all LEDs on
Test sequence 2:all LEDs off, one LED at a time on for 1 s
Test sequence 3:all LEDs on, one LED at a time off for 1 s
USER-DEFINABLE DISPLAYS
Number of displays:16
Lines of display:2 × 20 alphanumeric characters
Parameters:up to 5, any Modbus register addresses
Invoking and scrolling:keypad, or any user-programmable con-
dition, including pushbuttons
CONTROL PUSHBUTTONS
Number of pushbuttons: 7
Operation:drive FlexLogic operands
USER-PROGRAMMABLE PUSHBUTTONS (OPTIONAL)
Number of pushbuttons: 12 (standard faceplate);
16 (enhanced faceplate)
Mode:self-reset, latched
Display message:2 lines of 20 characters each
Drop-out timer:0.00 to 60.00 s in steps of 0.05
Autoreset timer:0.2 to 600.0 s in steps of 0.1
Hold timer:0.0 to 10.0 s in steps of 0.1
SELECTOR SWITCH
Number of elements:2
Upper position limit:1 to 7 in steps of 1
Selecting mode:time-out or acknowledge
Time-out timer:3.0 to 60.0 s in steps of 0.1
Control inputs:step-up and 3-bit
Power-up mode:restore from non-volatile memory or syn-
chronize to a 3-bit control input or synch/
restore mode
DIGITAL ELEMENTS
Number of elements:48
Operating signal:any FlexLogic operand
Pickup delay:0.000 to 999999.999 s in steps of 0.001
Dropout delay:0.000 to 999999.999 s in steps of 0.001
Timing accuracy:±3% or ±4 ms, whichever is greater
2.2.3 MONITORING
OSCILLOGRAPHY
Maximum records:64
Sampling rate:64 samples per power cycle
Triggers:any element pickup, dropout, or operate;
contact input change of state; contact
output change of state; FlexLogic equation
Data:AC input channels; element state; con-
tact input state; contact output state
Data storage:in non-volatile memory
EVENT RECORDER
Capacity:1024 events
Time-tag:to 1 microsecond
Triggers:any element pickup, dropout, or operate;
contact input change of state; contact
output change of state; self-test events
Data storage:in non-volatile memory
DATA LOGGER
Number of channels:1 to 16
Parameters:any available analog actual value
Sampling rate:15 to 3600000 ms in steps of 1
Trigger:any FlexLogic operand
Mode:continuous or triggered
Storage capacity:(NN is dependent on memory)
1-second rate:
01 channel for NN days
16 channels for NN days
↓
60-minute rate:
01 channel for NN days
16 channels for NN days
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FAULT LOCATOR
Method:single-ended
Voltage source:wye-connected VTs, delta-connected
VTs and neutral voltage, delta-connected
VTs and zero-sequence current (approximation)
Maximum accuracy if:fault resistance is zero or fault currents
from all line terminals are in phase
Relay accuracy:±1.5% (V > 10 V, I > 0.1 pu)
Worst-case accuracy:
+user data
VT
%error
+user data
CT
%error
Z
Line%error
METHOD
RELAY ACCURACY
+user data
+see chapter 8
%error
+ (1.5%)
%error
2.2.4 METERING
2
RMS CURRENT: PHASE, NEUTRAL, AND GROUND
Accuracy at
0.1 to 2.0 × CT rating: ±0.25% of reading or ±0.1% of rated
(whichever is greater)
> 2.0 × CT rating:±1.0% of reading
RMS VOLTAGE
Accuracy:±0.5% of reading from 10 to 208 V
REAL POWER (WATTS)
Accuracy at 0.1 to 1.5 x
CT rating and 0.8 to
1.2 x VT rating:±1.0% of reading at –1.0 ≤ PF< –0.8 and
0.8 < PF ≤ 10
REACTIVE POWER (VARS)
Accuracy at 0.1 to 1.5 x
CT rating and 0.8 to
1.2 x VT rating:±1.0% of reading at –0.2 ≤ PF ≤ 0.2
APPARENT POWER (VA)
Accuracy at 0.1 to 1.5 x
CT rating and 0.8 to
1.2 x VT rating:±1.0% of reading
AC CURRENT
CT rated primary:1 to 50000 A
CT rated secondary:1 A or 5 A by connection
Relay burden:< 0.2 VA at rated secondary
Conversion range:
Standard CT:0.02 to 46 × CT rating RMS symmetrical
Sensitive Ground CT module:
0.002 to 4.6 × CT rating RMS symmetrical
Current withstand:20 ms at 250 times rated
1 sec. at 100 times rated
continuous 4xInom
Short circuit rating:150000 RMS sym-
metrical amperes, 250 V maximum (pri-
mary current to external CT)
WATT-HOURS (POSITIVE AND NEGATIVE)
Accuracy:±2.0% of reading
Range:±0 to 1 × 10
Parameters:three-phase only
Update rate:50 ms
6
MWh
VAR-HOURS (POSITIVE AND NEGATIVE)
Accuracy:±2.0% of reading
Range:±0 to 1 × 10
Parameters:three-phase only
Update rate:50 ms
6
Mvarh
FREQUENCY
Accuracy at
V = 0.8 to 1.2 pu:±0.01 Hz (when voltage signal is used
I = 0.1 to 0.25 pu:±0.05 Hz
I > 0.25 pu:±0.02 Hz (when current signal is used for
for frequency measurement)
frequency measurement)
2.2.5 INPUTS
AC VOLTAGE
VT rated secondary:50.0 to 240.0 V
VT ratio:1.00 to 24000.00Relay burden:< 0.25 VA
at 120 V
Conversion range:1 to 275 V
Voltage withstand:continuous at 260 V to neutral
1 min./hr at 420 V to neutral
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FREQUENCY
Nominal frequency setting:25 to 60 Hz
Sampling frequency:64 samples per power cycle
Tracking frequency range:20 to 70 Hz
CONTACT INPUTS
Dry contacts:1000 Ω maximum
Wet contacts:300 V DC maximum
Selectable thresholds:17 V, 33 V, 84 V, 166 V
2
Tolerance:±10%
Contacts per common return: 4
Recognition time:< 1 ms
Debounce time:0.0 to 16.0 ms in steps of 0.5
Continuous current draw:4 mA (when energized)
CONTACT INPUTS WITH AUTO-BURNISHING
Dry contacts:1000 Ω maximum
Wet contacts:300 V DC maximum
Selectable thresholds:17 V, 33 V, 84 V, 166 V
Tolerance:±10%
Contacts per common return: 2
Recognition time:< 1 ms
Debounce time:0.0 to 16.0 ms in steps of 0.5
Continuous current draw:4 mA (when energized)
Auto-burnish impulse current: 50 to 70 mA
Duration of auto-burnish impulse: 25 to 50 ms
DCMA INPUTS
Current input (mA DC): 0 to –1, 0 to +1, –1 to +1, 0 to 5, 0 to 10,
0 to 20, 4 to 20 (programmable)
Input impedance:379 Ω ±10%
Conversion range:–1 to + 20 mA DC
Accuracy:±0.2% of full scale
Type:Passive
Sensing current:5 mA
Range:–50 to +250°C
Accuracy:±2°C
Isolation:36 V pk-pk
IRIG-B INPUT
Amplitude modulation:1 to 10 V pk-pk
DC shift:TTL–Compatible
Input impedance:50 kΩ
Isolation:2 kV
REMOTE INPUTS (IEC 61850 GSSE/GOOSE)
Input points:32, configured from 64 incoming bit pairs
Remote devices:16
Default states on loss of comms.: On, Off, Latest/Off, Latest/On
Remote DPS inputs:5
DIRECT INPUTS
Input points:32
Remote devices:16
Default states on loss of comms.: On, Off, Latest/Off, Latest/On
Ring configuration:Yes, No
Data rate:64 or 128 kbps
CRC:32-bit
CRC alarm:
Responding to:Rate of messages failing the CRC
Monitoring message count: 10 to 10000 in steps of 1
Alarm threshold:1 to 1000 in steps of 1
Unreturned message alarm:
Responding to:Rate of unreturned messages in the ring
configuration
Monitoring message count: 10 to 10000 in steps of 1
Alarm threshold:1 to 1000 in steps of 1
TELEPROTECTION
Input points:16
Remote devices:3
Default states on loss of comms.: On, Off, Latest/Off, Latest/On
Ring configuration:No
Data rate:64 or 128 kbps
CRC:32-bit
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2.2.6 POWER SUPPLY
LOW RANGE
Nominal DC voltage:24 to 48 V
Minimum DC voltage:20 V
Maximum DC voltage:60 V
Voltage loss hold-up:20 ms duration at nominal
NOTE: Low range is DC only.
HIGH RANGE
Nominal DC voltage:125 to 250 V
Minimum DC voltage:88 V
Maximum DC voltage:300 V
Nominal AC voltage:100 to 240 V at 50/60 Hz
Minimum AC voltage:88 V at 25 to 100 Hz
Maximum AC voltage:265 V at 25 to 100 Hz
Voltage loss hold-up:200 ms duration at nominal
FORM-A RELAY
Make and carry for 0.2 s: 30 A as per ANSI C37.90
Carry continuous:6 A
Break (DC inductive, L/R = 40 ms):
VOLTAGECURRENT
24 V1 A
48 V0.5 A
125 V0.3 A
250 V0.2 A
Operate time:< 4 ms
Contact material:silver alloy
LATCHING RELAY
Make and carry for 0.2 s: 30 A as per ANSI C37.90
Carry continuous:6 A as per IEEE C37.90
Break (DC resistive as per IEC61810-1):
VOLTAGECURRENT
24 V6 A
48 V1.6 A
125 V0.4 A
250 V0.2 A
Operate time:< 4 ms
Contact material:silver alloy
Control:separate operate and reset inputs
Control mode:operate-dominant or reset-dominant
FORM-A VOLTAGE MONITOR
Applicable voltage:approx. 15 to 250 V DC
Trickle current:approx. 1 to 2.5 mA
ALL RANGES
Volt withstand:2 × Highest Nominal Voltage for 10 ms
Power consumption:typical = 15 to 20 W/VA
maximum = 50 W/VA
contact factory for exact order code consumption
INTERNAL FUSE
RATINGS
Low range power supply: 8 A / 250 V
High range power supply: 4 A / 250 V
INTERRUPTING CAPACITY
AC:100 000 A RMS symmetrical
DC:10 000 A
2.2.7 OUTPUTS
FORM-A CURRENT MONITOR
Threshold current:approx. 80 to 100 mA
FORM-C AND CRITICAL FAILURE RELAY
Make and carry for 0.2 s: 30 A as per ANSI C37.90
Carry continuous:8 A
Break (DC inductive, L/R = 40 ms):
VOLTAGECURRENT
24 V1 A
48 V0.5 A
125 V0.3 A
250 V0.2 A
Operate time:< 8 ms
Contact material:silver alloy
FAST FORM-C RELAY
Make and carry:0.1 A max. (resistive load)
Minimum load impedance:
INPUT
VOLTAGE
250 V DC20 KΩ50 KΩ
120 V DC5 KΩ2 KΩ
48 V DC2 KΩ2 KΩ
24 V DC2 KΩ2 KΩ
Note: values for 24 V and 48 V are the same due to a
required 95% voltage drop across the load impedance.
Operate time:< 0.6 ms
Internal Limiting Resistor: 100 Ω, 2 W
2 W RESISTOR1 W RESISTOR
IMPEDANCE
2
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SOLID-STATE OUTPUT RELAY
Operate and release time: <100 μs
Maximum voltage:265 V DC
Maximum continuous current: 5 A at 45°C; 4 A at 65°C
Make and carry:
for 0.2 s:30 A as per ANSI C37.90
for 0.03 s300 A
Breaking capacity:
2
Operations/
interval
Break
capability
(0 to 250 V
DC)
UL508Utility
5000 ops /
1s-On, 9s-Off
1000 ops /
0.5 s-On, 0.5 s-Off
3.2 A
L/R = 10 ms
1.6 A
L/R = 20 ms
0.8 A
L/R = 40 ms
application
(autoreclose
scheme)
5ops/
0.2 s-On,
0.2 s-Off
within 1
minute
10 A
L/R = 40 ms
RS232
Front port:19.2 kbps, Modbus RTU
RS485
1 rear port:Up to 115 kbps, Modbus RTU, DNP 3
Typical distance:1200 m
Isolation:2 kV, isolated together at 36 Vpk
ETHERNET (FIBER)
PARAMETERFIBER TYPE
100MB MULTI-
MODE
Wavelength1310 nm
ConnectorLC
Transmit power–20 dBm
Receiver sensitivity–30 dBm
Power budget10 dB
Maximum input
power
Typical distance2 km
Duplexfull/half
Redundancyyes
–14 dBm
Industrial
application
10000 ops /
0.2 s-On,
30 s-Off
10 A
L/R = 40 ms
CONTROL POWER EXTERNAL OUTPUT
(FOR DRY CONTACT INPUT)
Capacity:100 mA DC at 48 V DC
Isolation:±300 Vpk
REMOTE OUTPUTS (IEC 61850 GSSE/GOOSE)
Standard output points: 32
User output points:32
DCMA OUTPUTS
Range:–1 to 1 mA, 0 to 1 mA, 4 to 20 mA
Max. load resistance: 12 kΩ for –1 to 1 mA range
12 kΩ for 0 to 1 mA range
600 Ω for 4 to 20 mA range
Accuracy:±0.75% of full-scale for 0 to 1 mA range
±0.5% of full-scale for –1 to 1 mA range
±0.75% of full-scale for 0 to 20 mA range
99% Settling time to a step change: 100 ms
Isolation:1.5 kV
Driving signal:any FlexAnalog quantity
Upper and lower limit for the driving signal: –90 to 90 pu in steps of
0.001
2.2.8 COMMUNICATION PROTOCOLS
PRECISION TIME PROTOCOL (PTP)
PTP IEEE Std 1588 2008 (version 2)
Power Profile (PP) per IEEE Standard PC37.238TM2011
Slave-only ordinary clock
Peer delay measurement mechanism
RS422 distance is based on transmitter power and
does not take into consideration the clock source
provided by the user.
LINK POWER BUDGET
EMITTER,
FIBER TYPE
820 nm LED,
Multimode
1300 nm LED,
Multimode
1300 nm ELED,
Singlemode
1300 nm Laser,
Singlemode
1550 nm Laser,
Singlemode
TRANSMIT
POWER
–20 dBm–30 dBm10 dB
–21 dBm–30 dBm9 dB
–23 dBm–32 dBm9 dB
–1 dBm–30 dBm29 dB
+5 dBm–30 dBm35 dB
RECEIVED
SENSITIVITY
POWER
BUDGET
These power budgets are calculated from the manufacturer’s worst-case transmitter power and worst
case receiver sensitivity.
The power budgets for the 1300 nm ELED are calculated from the manufacturer's transmitter power and
receiver sensitivity at ambient temperature. At
extreme temperatures these values deviate based
on component tolerance. On average, the output
power decreases as the temperature is increased by
a factor 1dB / 5°C.
62.5/125 μmST 4 km
50/125 μmST 4 km
9/125 μmST11.4 km
9/125 μmST64 km
9/125 μmST105 km
CONNECTOR
TYPE
TYPICAL
DISTANCE
Typical distances listed are based on the following assumptions for system loss. As actual losses
vary from one installation to another, the distance
covered by your system may vary.
3 dB additional loss added to calculations to compensate for
all other losses.
Compensated difference in transmitting and receiving (channel
asymmetry) channel delays using GPS satellite clock: 10 ms
2
2.2.10 ENVIRONMENTAL
AMBIENT TEMPERATURES
Storage temperature:–40 to 85°C
Operating temperature: –40 to 60°C; the LCD contrast can be
impaired at temperatures less than –
20°C
HUMIDITY
Humidity:operating up to 95% (non-condensing) at
55°C (as per IEC60068-2-30 variant 1, 6
days).
OTHER
Altitude:2000 m (maximum)
Pollution degree:II
Overvoltage category:II
Ingress protection:IP20 front, IP10 back
Noise:0 dB
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L60 TYPE TESTS
TESTREFERENCE STANDARDTEST LEVEL
Dielectric voltage withstandEN 60255-52.2 kV
Impulse voltage withstandEN 60255-55 kV
2
Damped oscillatoryIEC 61000-4-18 / IEC 60255-22-12.5 kV CM, 1 kV DM
Electrostatic dischargeEN 61000-4-2 / IEC 60255-22-2Level 3
RF immunityEN 61000-4-3 / IEC 60255-22-3Level 3
Fast transient disturbanceEN 61000-4-4 / IEC 60255-22-4Class A and B
Surge immunityEN 61000-4-5 / IEC 60255-22-5Level 3 and 4
Conducted RF immunityEN 61000-4-6 / IEC 60255-22-6Level 3
Power frequency immunityEN 61000-4-7 / IEC 60255-22-7Class A and B
Voltage interruption and ripple DCIEC 60255-1112% ripple, 200 ms interrupts
Radiated and conducted emissionsCISPR11 / CISPR22 / IEC 60255-25Class A
Sinusoidal vibrationIEC 60255-21-1Class 1
Shock and bumpIEC 60255-21-2Class 1
SeismicIEC 60255-21-3Class 1
Power magnetic immunityIEC 61000-4-8Level 5
Pulse magnetic immunityIEC 61000-4-9Level 4
Damped magnetic immunityIEC 61000-4-10Level 4
Voltage dip and interruptionIEC 61000-4-110, 40, 70, 80% dips; 250 / 300 cycle interrupts
Damped oscillatoryIEC 61000-4-122.5 kV CM, 1 kV DM
Conducted RF immunity, 0 to 150 kHz IEC 61000-4-16Level 4
Voltage rippleIEC 61000-4-1715% ripple
Ingress protectionIEC 60529IP40 front, IP10 back
ColdIEC 60068-2-1–40°C for 16 hours
HotIEC 60068-2-285°C for 16 hours
HumidityIEC 60068-2-306 days, variant 1
Damped oscillatoryIEEE/ANSI C37.90.12.5 kV, 1 MHz
RF immunityIEEE/ANSI C37.90.220 V/m, 80 MHz to 1 GHz
SafetyUL 508e83849 NKCR
SafetyUL C22.2-14 e83849 NKCR7
SafetyUL 1053e83849 NKCR
SafetyIEC 60255-27Insulation: class 1, Pollution degree: 2, Over
2.2 SPECIFICATIONS2 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
2.2.11 TYPE TESTS
voltage cat II
2.2.12 PRODUCTION TESTS
THERMAL
Products go through an environmental test based upon an
Accepted Quality Level (AQL) sampling process.
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NOTICE
2.2.13 APPROVALS
APPROVALS
COMPLIANCEAPPLICABLE
CELow voltage directiveEN 60255-5
C-UL-US---UL 508
EACMachines and
COUNCIL DIRECTIVE
EMC directiveEN 60255-26 / EN 50263
Equipment
ACCORDING TO
EN 61000-6-5
UL 1053
C22.2 No. 14
TR CU 010/2011
EAC
The EAC Technical Regulations (TR) for Machines and Equipment
apply to the Customs Union (CU) of the Russian Federation,
Belarus, and Kazakhstan.
ITEMDESCRIPTION
Country of originPuerto Rico or Canada; see label on
Date of manufactureSee label on rear of UR
Declaration of Conformity and/or
Certificate of Conformity
rear of UR
Available upon request
2
MOUNTING
Attach mounting brackets using 20 inch-pounds (±2 inch-pounds)
of torque.
2.2.14 MAINTENANCE
CLEANING
Normally, cleaning is not required; but for situations where dust
has accumulated on the faceplate display, a dry cloth can be used.
To avoid deterioration of electrolytic
capacitors, power up units that are stored
in a de-energized state once per year, for
one hour continuously.
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17.56”
[446,02 mm]
9.687”
[246,05 mm]
11.016”
[279,81 mm]
7.460
[189,48 mm
6.960”
[176,78 mm]
19.040”
[483,62 mm]
6.995”
[177,67 mm]
842807A1.CDR
3 HARDWARE 3.1DESCRIPTION3.1.1 PANEL CUTOUT
a) HORIZONTAL UNITS
The L60 Line Phase Comparison System is available as a 19-inch rack horizontal mount unit with a removable faceplate.
The faceplate can be specified as either standard or enhanced at the time of ordering. The enhanced faceplate contains
additional user-programmable pushbuttons and LED indicators.
The modular design allows the relay to be easily upgraded or repaired by a qualified service person. The faceplate is
hinged to allow easy access to the removable modules, and is itself removable to allow mounting on doors with limited rear
depth.
The case dimensions are shown below, along with panel cutout details for panel mounting. When planning the location of
your panel cutout, ensure that provision is made for the faceplate to swing open without interference to or from adjacent
equipment.
The relay must be mounted such that the faceplate sits semi-flush with the panel or switchgear door, allowing the operator
access to the keypad and the RS232 communications port. The relay is secured to the panel with the use of four screws
supplied with the relay.
Figure 3–3: L60 HORIZONTAL MOUNTING AND DIMENSIONS (STANDARD PANEL)
b) VERTICAL UNITS
The L60 Line Phase Comparison System is available as a reduced size (¾) vertical mount unit, with a removable faceplate.
The faceplate can be specified as either standard or enhanced at the time of ordering. The enhanced faceplate contains
additional user-programmable pushbuttons and LED indicators.
The modular design allows the relay to be easily upgraded or repaired by a qualified service person. The faceplate is
hinged to allow easy access to the removable modules, and is itself removable to allow mounting on doors with limited rear
depth.
The case dimensions are shown below, along with panel cutout details for panel mounting. When planning the location of
your panel cutout, ensure that provision is made for the faceplate to swing open without interference to or from adjacent
equipment.
The relay must be mounted such that the faceplate sits semi-flush with the panel or switchgear door, allowing the operator
access to the keypad and the RS232 communications port. The relay is secured to the panel with the use of four screws
supplied with the relay.
Figure 3–5: L60 VERTICAL MOUNTING AND DIMENSIONS (STANDARD PANEL)
For side mounting L60 devices with the enhanced front panel, see the following documents available on the UR DVD and
the GE Digital Energy website:
•GEK-113180: UR-Series UR-V Side-Mounting Front Panel Assembly Instructions
•GEK-113181: Connecting a Remote UR-V Enhanced Front Panel to a Vertical UR Device Instruction Sheet
•GEK-113182: Connecting a Remote UR-V Enhanced Front Panel to a Vertically-Mounted Horizontal UR Device
Instruction Sheet
For side mounting L60 devices with the standard front panel, use the following figures.
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3
Figure 3–6: L60 VERTICAL SIDE MOUNTING INSTALLATION (STANDARD PANEL)
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CUT-OUT
1.33"
(33.9)
2.83"
(71.9)
6.66"
(169.2)
12.20"
(309.9)
0.159" DIA. (6 PLACES)
(4.0)
0.213" DIA. (5.4)
(4 PLACES)
SEE HOLES MARKED 'X'
INCHES
MILLIMETERS
5.33"
(135.4)
PANEL SHOWN FOR
REFERENCE ONLY
(VIEWED FROM FRONT)
'X''X'
'X''X'
1.00"
(25.4)
1.00"
(25.4)
10.05
(255.3)
"
0.04
(1.0)
"
0.68"
(17.3)
5.27
(133.8)
"
843753A3.cdr
3.1 DESCRIPTION3 HARDWARE
Figure 3–7: L60 VERTICAL SIDE MOUNTING REAR DIMENSIONS (STANDARD PANEL)
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Optional
contact
input/output
module
Optional
contact
input/output
module
4
3
2
1
4
3
2
1
b
a
IN
ACT3
LK3
ACT2
LK2
ACT1
LK1
Model:
Mods:
Wiring Diagram:
Inst. Manual:
Serial Number:
Firmware:
Mfg. Date:
PO Num:
Item Num:
L60D00HCHF8AH6AM6BP8BX7A
000
See manual
1601-0082
MAZB98000029
D
NOV 26, 2012
600001234.56
Control Power:
Contact Inputs:
Contact Outputs:
88-300V DC @ 35W / 77-265V AC @ 35VA
300V DC Max 10mA
Refer to Instruction Manual
RATINGS:
L60
Line Phase Comparison Relay
GE Multilin
- M A A B 9 7 0 0 0 0 9 9 -
- M A A B 9 7 0 0 0 0 9 9 -
LISTED
52TL
IND.CONT. EQ.
E83849
WARNING
NOTICE
3.1.2 REAR TERMINAL LAYOUT
3
The relay follows a convention with respect to terminal number assignments which are three characters long assigned in
order by module slot position, row number, and column letter. Two-slot wide modules take their slot designation from the
first slot position (nearest to CPU module) which is indicated by an arrow marker on the terminal block. See the following
figure for an example of rear terminal assignments.
Figure 3–8: REAR TERMINAL VIEW
Do not touch any rear terminals while the relay is energized.
The small form-factor pluggable ports (SFPs) are pluggable transceivers. Do not use non-validated
transceivers or install validated transceivers in the wrong Ethernet slot, else damage can occur.
This diagram is based on the following order code:
L60-T00-HCL-F8F-H6G-L6D-N6K-S6C-U6H-W7Z
This diagram provides an example of how the device
is wired, not specifically how to wire the device. Please
refer to the Instruction Manual for additional details on
wiring based on various configurations.
com
100BaseFX
D1a
D2a
D4b
D3a
D4a
IRIG-B
Input
RS485
COM 2
PORT 2
CPU T
Tx2
Rx2
Tx1
Rx1
BNC
Shielded
twisted pairs
Co-axial
Fibre
Optic
*
Ground at
Remote
Device
Shielded
twisted pairs
Co-axial
(Rear view)
1
Power
supply
9
CPU
8
CT/VT
6
Inputs/
outputs
*
6
Inputs/
outputs
*
6
Inputs/
outputs
*
6
Inputs/
outputs
6
Inputs/
outputs
*
MODULE ARRANGEMENT
JUMXLWKVBHT
DN
GS
PFR
* Optional
100BaseFX
Tx3
Rx3
100BaseFX
PORT 1
PORT 3
OPEN DELTA
VT CONNECTION (ABC)
F5a
F5c
F7c
F6a
F7a
F6c
VA
VB
VC
VOLTAGE INPUTS
VA
VB
VC
3.2WIRING3.2.1 TYPICAL WIRING
3
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Figure 3–10: TYPICAL WIRING DIAGRAM (T MODULE SHOWN FOR CPU)
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NOTICE
NOTICE
3.2.2 DIELECTRIC STRENGTH
The dielectric strength of the UR-series module hardware is shown in the following table:
Table 3–1: DIELECTRIC STRENGTH OF UR-SERIES MODULE HARDWARE
MODULE
TYPE
1Power supplyHigh (+); Low (+); (–)Chassis2000 V AC for 1 minute
1Power supply48 V DC (+) and (–)Chassis2000 V AC for 1 minute
1Power supplyRelay terminalsChassis2000 V AC for 1 minute
2ReservedN/AN/AN/A
3ReservedN/AN/AN/A
4ReservedN/AN/AN/A
5Analog inputs/outputsAll except 8bChassis< 50 V DC
6Digital contact inputs/
7
8CT/VTAllChassis2000 V AC for 1 minute
9CPUAllChassis2000 V AC for 1 minute
MODULE FUNCTIONTERMINALSDIELECTRIC STRENGTH
FROMTO
outputs
G.703All except 2b, 3a, 7b, 8aChassis2000 V AC for 1 minute
RS422All except 6a, 7b, 8aChassis< 50 V DC
Filter networks and transient protection clamps are used in the hardware to prevent damage caused
by high peak voltage transients, radio frequency interference (RFI), and electromagnetic interference
(EMI). These protective components can be damaged by application of the ANSI/IEEE C37.90 specified test voltage for a period longer than the specified one minute.
AllChassis2000 V AC for 1 minute
(AC)
3
3.2.3 CONTROL POWER
Control power supplied to the relay must be connected to the matching power supply range of the
relay. If voltage is applied to the wrong terminals, damage can occur.
The L60 relay, like almost all electronic relays, contains electrolytic capacitors. These capacitors are
well-known to deteriorate over time if voltage is not applied periodically. Deterioration can be avoided
by powering up the relay at least once a year.
The power supply module can be ordered for two possible voltage ranges, and the UR can be ordered with or without a
redundant power supply module option. Each range has a dedicated input connection for proper operation. The ranges are
as shown below (see the Technical specifications section of chapter 2 for additional details):
•Low (LO) range: 24 to 48 V (DC only) nominal
•High (HI) range: 125 to 250 V nominal
The power supply module provides power to the relay and supplies power for dry contact input connections.
The power supply module provides 48 V DC power for dry contact input connections and a critical failure relay (see the
Typical wiring diagram earlier). The critical failure relay is a form-C device that is energized once control power is applied
and the relay has successfully booted up with no critical self-test failures. If on-going self-test diagnostic checks detect a
critical failure (see the Self-test errors section in chapter 7) or control power is lost, the relay is de-energize.
For high reliability systems, the L60 has a redundant option in which two L60 power supplies are placed in parallel on the
bus. If one of the power supplies become faulted, the second power supply assumes the full load of the relay without any
interruptions. Each power supply has a green LED on the front of the module to indicate it is functional. The critical fail relay
of the module also indicates a faulted power supply.
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AC or DC
NOTE:
14 gauge stranded
wire with suitable
disconnect devices
is recommended.
Heavy copper conductor
or braided wire
Switchgear
ground bus
UR-series
protection system
FILTER
SURGE
–
+
LOW
+
HIGH
B8b B8a B6a B6b B5b
CONTROL
POWER
827247A1.CDR
NOTICE
An LED on the front of the control power module shows the status of the power supply:
LED INDICATIONPOWER SUPPLY
CONTINUOUS ONOK
ON / OFF CYCLINGFailure
OFFFailure
3
Figure 3–11: CONTROL POWER CONNECTION
3.2.4 CT AND VT MODULES
A CT/VT module can have voltage or current inputs on channels 1 through 4 inclusive, or channels 5 through 8 inclusive.
Channels 1 and 5 are intended for connection to phase A, and are labeled as such in the relay. Likewise, channels 2 and 6
are intended for connection to phase B, and channels 3 and 7 are intended for connection to phase C.
Channels 4 and 8 are intended for connection to a single-phase source. For voltage inputs, these channel are labelled as
auxiliary voltage (VX). For current inputs, these channels are intended for connection to a CT between system neutral and
ground, and are labelled as ground current (IG).
Verify that the connection made to the relay terminals for nominal current of 1 A or 5 A matches the
secondary rating of the connected CTs. Unmatched CTs can result in equipment damage or inade-
quate protection.
To connect the module, size 12 American Wire Gauge (AWG) is commonly used; the maximum size is 10 AWG.
CT/VT modules can be ordered with a standard ground current input that is the same as the phase current input. Each AC
current input has an isolating transformer and an automatic shorting mechanism that shorts the input when the module is
withdrawn from the chassis. There are no internal ground connections on the current inputs. Current transformers with 1 to
50000 A primaries and 1 A or 5 A secondaries can be used.
The above modules have enhanced diagnostics that can automatically detect CT/VT hardware failure and take the relay
out of service.
CT connections for both ABC and ACB phase rotations are identical as shown in the Typical wiring diagram.
The phase voltage channels are used for most metering and protection purposes. The auxiliary voltage channel is used as
input for the synchrocheck and volts-per-hertz features.
The L60 uses a special CT/VT module not available on other UR-series relays. This type 8P module has four current inputs
and special communications inputs/outputs for interfacing with PLCs. The communications interface requires an external
DC source (station battery) to drive inputs/outputs as shown in the L60 channel communications section in this chapter.
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NOTE
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
1a
1b
1c
2a
2b
2c
3a
4a
5a
6a
7a
8a
3b
4b
5c
6c
7c
8c
3c
4c
Current inputs
8F module (4 CTs and 4 VTs)
Voltage inputs
VA
VB
VC
VX
VA
VB
VC
VX
IA
IC
IB
IG
IA5
IC5
IB5
IG5
IA1
IC1
IB1
IG1
5a
5b
5c
6a
6b
6c
7a
8a
7b
8b
7c
8c
Current inputsL60 communications interface inputs/outputs
Transmit
channel 1
Transmit
channel 2
Receive
channel 1
Receive
channel 2
8P module (4 CTs and L60 communications inter face)
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
1a
1b
1c
2a
2b
2c
3a
4a
3b
4b
3c
4c
IA
Tx1N
Tx2N
BATT+
BATT+
Tx1P
Tx2P
Rx1N
Rx2N
BATT-
BATT-
Rx1P
Rx2P
IC
IB
IG
IA5
IC5
IB5
IG5
IA1
IC1
IB1
IG1
842767A1.CDR
Substitute the tilde “~” symbol with the slot position of the module in the following figure.
Figure 3–12: CT/VT MODULE WIRING
3.2.5 CONTACT INPUTS AND OUTPUTS
3
Every contact input/output module has 24 terminal connections. They are arranged as three terminals per row, with eight
rows in total. A given row of three terminals can be used for the outputs of one relay. For example, for form-C relay outputs,
the terminals connect to the normally open (NO), normally closed (NC), and common contacts of the relay. For a form-A
output, there are options of using current or voltage detection for feature supervision, depending on the module ordered.
The terminal configuration for contact inputs is different for the two applications.
The contact inputs are grouped with a common return. The L60 has two versions of grouping: four inputs per common
return and two inputs per common return. When a contact input/output module is ordered, four inputs per common is used.
If the inputs must be isolated per row, then two inputs per common return should be selected (4D module).
The tables and diagrams on the following pages illustrate the module types (6A, etc.) and contact arrangements that can be
ordered for the relay. Since an entire row is used for a single contact output, the name is assigned using the module slot
position and row number. However, since there are two contact inputs per row, these names are assigned by module slot
position, row number, and column position.
Some form-A / solid-state relay outputs include circuits to monitor the DC voltage across the output contact when it is open,
and the DC current through the output contact when it is closed. Each of the monitors contains a level detector whose output is set to logic “On = 1” when the current in the circuit is above the threshold setting. The voltage monitor is set to “On =
1” when there is a voltage across open contact (the detector allows a current of about 1 to 2.5 mA), and the current monitor
is set to “On = 1” when the current flowing through the closed contact exceeds about 80 to 100 mA. The voltage monitor is
intended to check the health of the overall trip circuit, and the current monitor can be used to seal-in the output contact until
an external contact has interrupted current flow. If enabled, the current monitoring can be used as a seal-in signal to ensure
that the form-A contact does not attempt to break the energized inductive coil circuit and weld the output contacts.
Block diagrams are shown as follows for form-A and solid-state relay outputs with optional voltage monitor, optional current
monitor, and with no monitoring. The actual values shown for contact output 1 are the same for all contact outputs. Form-A
contact output with or without a current or voltage monitoring option is not polarity sensitive. The polarity shown in the figure
is required for solid-state contact output connection.
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3
Load
I
~#a
~#b
~#c
V
827862A4.CDR
+
+
+
+
+
a) Voltage with optional
current monitoring
Voltage monitoring only
Load
I
V
Both voltage and current monitoring
Load
I
V
b) Current with optional
voltage monitoring
Current monitoring onlyBoth voltage and current monitoring
(external jumper a-b is required)
Load
V
Load
c) No monitoring
~#a
~#b
~#c
~#a
~#b
~#c
~#a
~#b
~#c
~#a
~#b
~#c
I
WARNING
NOTE
NOTE
NOTICE
3.2 WIRING3 HARDWARE
Figure 3–13: FORM-A AND SOLID-STATE CONTACT OUTPUTS WITH VOLTAGE AND CURRENT MONITORING
The operation of voltage and current monitors is reflected with the corresponding FlexLogic operands (CONT OP # VON,
CONT OP # VOFF, and CONT OP # ION) which can be used in protection, control, and alarm logic. The typical application of
the voltage monitor is breaker trip circuit integrity monitoring; a typical application of the current monitor is seal-in of the
control command.
Refer to the Digital elements section of chapter 5 for an example of how form-A and solid-state relay contacts can be
applied for breaker trip circuit integrity monitoring.
Consider relay contacts unsafe to touch when the unit is energized.
USE OF FORM-A AND SOLID-STATE RELAY OUTPUTS IN HIGH IMPEDANCE CIRCUITS
For form-A and solid-state relay output contacts internally equipped with a voltage measuring circuit across the contact, the circuit has an impedance that can cause a problem when used in conjunction with external high input
impedance monitoring equipment such as modern relay test set trigger circuits. These monitoring circuits may continue to read the form-A contact as being closed after it has closed and subsequently opened, when measured as
an impedance.
The solution is to use the voltage measuring trigger input of the relay test set, and connect the form-A contact
through a voltage-dropping resistor to a DC voltage source. If the 48 V DC output of the power supply is used as a
source, a 500 Ω, 10 W resistor is appropriate. In this configuration, the voltage across either the form-A contact or
the resistor can be used to monitor the state of the output.
Wherever a tilde “~” symbol appears, substitute with the slot position of the module; wherever a number sign “#”
appears, substitute the contact number
When current monitoring is used to seal-in the form-A and solid-state relay contact outputs, the FlexLogic operand driving the contact output should be given a reset delay of 10 ms to prevent damage
of the output contact (in situations when the element initiating the contact output is bouncing, at values in the region of the pickup value).
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Table 3–2: CONTACT INPUT AND OUTPUT MODULE ASSIGNMENTS
~1Form-A~1Form-A~1Form-A~1Not Used
~2Form-A~2Form-A~2Form-A~2Solid-State
~3Form-A~3Form-C~3Form-A~3Not Used
~4Form-A~42 Outputs~4Form-A~4Solid-State
~5Form-A~5a, ~5c2 Inputs~5Form-A~5Not Used
~6Form-A~6a, ~6c2 Inputs~6Form-A~6Solid-State
Figure 3–14: CONTACT INPUT AND OUTPUT MODULE WIRING (1 of 2)
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DIGITAL I/O
6K
1b
2b
3b
4b
5b
7b
6b
8b
1a
2a
3a
4a
5a
7a
6a
8a
1c
2c
3c
4c
5c
7c
6c
8c
1
5
7
2
6
8
3
4
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
I
V
I
V
I
V
I
V
I
V
I
V
DIGITAL I/O
6P
1b
2b
3b
4b
5b
6b
1a
2a
3a
4a
5a
6a
1c
2c
3c
4c
5c
6c
1
5
2
6
3
4
8a
7b
7a
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
CONTACT IN 7a
CONTACT IN 7c
CONTACT IN 8a
CONTACT IN 8c
COMMON 7b
SURGE
8c
7c
8b
DIGITAL I/O
6U
1b
2b
3b
4b
5b
6b
1a
2a
3a
4a
5a
6a
1c
2c
3c
4c
5c
6c
1
5
2
6
3
4
8a
7b
7a
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
CONTACT IN 7a
CONTACT IN 7c
CONTACT IN 8a
CONTACT IN 8c
COMMON 7b
SURGE
8c
7c
8b
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
I
V
I
V
DIGITAL I/O
6M
1b
2b
3b
4b
5b
6b
1a
2a
3a
4a
5a
6a
1c
2c
3c
4c
5c
6c
1
5
2
6
3
4
8a
7b
7a
CONTACT IN 7a
CONTACT IN 7c
CONTACT IN 8a
CONTACT IN 8c
COMMON 7b
SURGE
8c
7c
8b
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
DIGITAL I/O
6S
1b
2b
3b
4b
5b
6b
1a
2a
3a
4a
5a
6a
1c
2c
3c
4c
5c
6c
1
5
2
6
3
4
8a
7b
7a
CONTACT IN 7a
CONTACT IN 7c
CONTACT IN 8a
CONTACT IN 8c
COMMON 7b
SURGE
8c
7c
8b
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
I
V
I
V
I
V
I
V
DIGITAL I/O
6N
1b
2b
3b
4b
6c
1a
2a
3a
4a
5a
6a
1c
2c
3c
4c
5c
5b
1
2
3
4
8a
7b
7a
CONTACT IN 7a
CONTACT IN 5a
CONTACT IN 7c
CONTACT IN 5c
CONTACT IN 8a
CONTACT IN 6a
CONTACT IN 8c
CONTACT IN 6c
COMMON 7b
COMMON 5b
SURGE
8c
7c
8b
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
DIGITAL I/O
6T
1b
2b
3b
4b
6c
1a
2a
3a
4a
5a
6a
1c
2c
3c
4c
5c
5b
1
2
3
4
8a
7b
7a
CONTACT IN 7a
CONTACT IN 5a
CONTACT IN 7c
CONTACT IN 5c
CONTACT IN 8a
CONTACT IN 6a
CONTACT IN 8c
CONTACT IN 6c
COMMON 7b
COMMON 5b
SURGE
8c
7c
8b
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
I
V
I
V
DIGITAL I/O
6L
1b
2b
3b
4b
6c
1a
2a
3a
4a
5a
6a
1c
2c
3c
4c
5c
5b
1
2
3
4
8a
7b
7a
CONTACT IN 7a
CONTACT IN 5a
CONTACT IN 7c
CONTACT IN 5c
CONTACT IN 8a
CONTACT IN 6a
CONTACT IN 8c
CONTACT IN 6c
COMMON 7b
COMMON 5b
SURGE
8c
7c
8b
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
DIGITAL I/O
6R
1b
2b
3b
4b
6c
1a
2a
3a
4a
5a
6a
1c
2c
3c
4c
5c
5b
1
2
3
4
8a
7b
7a
CONTACT IN 7a
CONTACT IN 5a
CONTACT IN 7c
CONTACT IN 5c
CONTACT IN 8a
CONTACT IN 6a
CONTACT IN 8c
CONTACT IN 6c
COMMON 7b
COMMON 5b
SURGE
8c
7c
8b
842763A2.CDR
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
DIGITAL I/O
6V
1b
2b
3b
4b
6c
1a
2a
3a
4a
5a
6a
1c
2c
3c
4c
5c
5b
1
2
3
4a
8a
7b
7a
CONTACT IN 7a
CONTACT IN 5a
CONTACT IN 7c
CONTACT IN 5c
CONTACT IN 8a
CONTACT IN 6a
CONTACT IN 8c
CONTACT IN 6c
COMMON 7b
COMMON 5b
SURGE
8c
7c
8b
~
4c
I
V
I
V
NOTICE
3.2 WIRING3 HARDWARE
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Figure 3–15: CONTACT INPUT AND OUTPUT MODULE WIRING (2 of 2)
For proper functionality, observe the polarity shown in the figures for all contact input and output connections.
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827741A5.CDR
24 to 250 V
(Wet) (Dry)
Contact input 1
Contact input 2
Contact input 3
Surge
Contact input 4
~7a
Common
~7b
~7c
~8a
~8b
~8c
Contact input 1
Contact input 2
Contact input 3
Surge
Contact input 4
~7a
Common
~7b
~7c
~8a
~8b
~8c
Control power
Surge
B5b
Filter
B8b
B6b
B6a
B8a
Critical failure
B1b
48 V DC output
B3b
B1a
B2b
B3a
HI+
LO+
Power supply module
Terminals from type 6B
contact input/output module
Terminals from type 6B
contact input/output module
CONTACT INPUTS
A dry contact has one side connected to terminal B3b. This is the positive 48 V DC voltage rail supplied by the power supply module. The other side of the dry contact is connected to the required contact input terminal. Each contact input group
has its own common (negative) terminal which must be connected to the DC negative terminal (B3a) of the power supply
module. When a dry contact closes, a current of 1 to 3 mA flows through the associated circuit.
A wet contact has one side connected to the positive terminal of an external DC power supply. The other side of this contact
is connected to the required contact input terminal. If a wet contact is used, then the negative side of the external source
must be connected to the relay common (negative) terminal of each contact group. The maximum external source voltage
for this arrangement is 300 V DC.
The voltage threshold at which each group of four contact inputs detects a closed contact input is programmable as
17 V DC for 24 V sources, 33 V DC for 48 V sources, 84 V DC for 110 to 125 V sources, and 166 V DC for 250 V sources.
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Figure 3–16: DRY AND WET CONTACT INPUT CONNECTIONS
Wherever a tilde “~” symbol appears, substitute with the slot position of the module.
There is no provision in the relay to detect a DC ground fault on 48 V DC control power external output. We recommend
using an external DC supply.
The contact inputs sense a change of the state of the external device contact based on the measured current. When external devices are located in a harsh industrial environment (either outdoor or indoor), their contacts can be exposed to various types of contamination. Normally, there is a thin film of insulating sulfidation, oxidation, or contaminates on the surface
of the contacts, sometimes making it difficult or impossible to detect a change of the state. This film must be removed to
establish circuit continuity – an impulse of higher than normal current can accomplish this.
The contact inputs with auto-burnish create a high current impulse when the threshold is reached to burn off this oxidation
layer as a maintenance to the contacts. Afterwards the contact input current is reduced to a steady-state current. The
impulse has a 5 second delay after a contact input changes state.
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Figure 3–17: CURRENT THROUGH CONTACT INPUTS WITH AUTO-BURNISHING
Regular contact inputs limit current to less than 3 mA to reduce station battery burden. In contrast, contact inputs with autoburnishing allow currents up to 50 to 70 mA at the first instance when the change of state was sensed. Then, within 25 to
50 ms, this current is slowly reduced to 3 mA as indicated above. The 50 to 70 mA peak current burns any film on the contacts, allowing for proper sensing of state changes. If the external device contact is bouncing, the auto-burnishing starts
when external device contact bouncing is over.
Another important difference between the auto-burnishing input module and the regular input modules is that only two contact inputs have common ground, as opposed to four contact inputs sharing one common ground (refer to the Contact Inputand Output Module Wiring diagrams). This is beneficial when connecting contact inputs to separate voltage sources. Consequently, the threshold voltage setting is also defined per group of two contact inputs.
The auto-burnish feature can be disabled or enabled using the DIP switches found on each daughter card. There is a DIP
switch for each contact, for a total of 16 inputs.
Figure 3–18: AUTO-BURNISH DIP SWITCHES
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NOTE
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The auto-burnish circuitry has an internal fuse for safety purposes. During regular maintenance, check the autoburnish functionality using an oscilloscope.
3.2.6 TRANSDUCER INPUTS AND OUTPUTS
Transducer input modules can receive input signals from external DCmA output transducers (dcmA In) or resistance temperature detectors (RTDs). Hardware and software are provided to receive signals from these external transducers and
convert these signals into a digital format for use as required.
Transducer output modules provide DC current outputs in several standard DCmA ranges. Software is provided to configure virtually any analog quantity used in the relay to drive the analog outputs.
Every transducer input/output module has a total of 24 terminal connections. These connections are arranged as three terminals per row with a total of eight rows. A given row can be used for either inputs or outputs, with terminals in column "a"
having positive polarity and terminals in column "c" having negative polarity. Since an entire row is used for a single input/
output channel, the name of the channel is assigned using the module slot position and row number.
Each module also requires that a connection from an external ground bus be made to terminal 8b. The current outputs
require a twisted-pair shielded cable, where the shield is grounded at one end only. The following figure illustrates the transducer module types (5A, 5C, 5D, 5E, and 5F) and channel arrangements that can be ordered for the relay.
Wherever a tilde “~” symbol appears, substitute with the slot position of the module.
Maximum total lead resistance:
25 ohms for Platinum RTDs
Route cable in separate conduit from
current carrying conductors
RTD
859736A1.CDR
RTD terminals
RTD
RTD
For RTD
RTD
SURGE
~1
~1 &
~2
~2
~8b
~1a
~1b
~2a
Hot
Hot
Return
Comp
Comp
~2c
~1c
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Figure 3–20: RTD CONNECTIONS
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NOTE
3.2.7 RS232 FACEPLATE PORT
A 9-pin RS232C serial port is located on the L60 faceplate for programming with a computer. All that is required to use this
interface is a computer running the EnerVista UR Setup software provided with the relay. Cabling for the RS232 port is
shown in the following figure for both 9-pin and 25-pin connectors.
The baud rate for this port is fixed at 19200 bps.
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Figure 3–21: RS232 FACEPLATE PORT CONNECTION
3.2.8 CPU COMMUNICATION PORTS
a) OVERVIEW
In addition to the faceplate RS232 port, the L60 provides a rear RS485 communication port.
The CPU modules do not require a surge ground connection.
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100Base-T
COMMON
+
+
—
—
D1a
D2a
D3a
D4b
D4a
BNC
IRIG-B
input
CPUV
Co-axial cable
Shielded
twisted-pairs
Ground at
remote
device
RS485
COM2
100Base-T
100Base-T
COMMON
+
+
—
—
D1a
D2a
D3a
D4b
D4a
BNC
IRIG-B
input
CPUU
Co-axial cable
Shielded
twisted-pairs
Ground at
remote
device
RS485
COM2
100Base-T
100Base-FX
Port 1
Port 2
100Base-FX
Tx1
Rx1
COMMON
+
+
—
—
D1a
D2a
D3a
D4b
D4a
BNC
IRIG-B
input
CPUT
Co-axial cable
Shielded
twisted-pairs
MM fiber-
optic cable
Ground at
remote
device
RS485
COM2
100Base-FX
100Base-FX
Tx2
Rx2
Tx3
Rx3
Tx1
Rx1
Port 3
Port 1
Port 2
Port 3
Port 1
Port 2
Port 3
100Base-FX
Tx1
Rx1
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Figure 3–22: CPU MODULE COMMUNICATIONS WIRING
b) RS485 PORTS
RS485 data transmission and reception are accomplished over a single twisted pair with transmit and receive data alternating over the same two wires. Through the use of the port, continuous monitoring and control from a remote computer,
SCADA system, or PLC is possible.
To minimize errors from noise, the use of shielded twisted pair wire is recommended. Correct polarity must also be
observed. For instance, the relays must be connected with all RS485 “+” terminals connected together, and all RS485 “–”
terminals connected together. Though data is transmitted over a two-wire twisted pair, all RS485 devices require a shared
reference, or common voltage. This common voltage is implied to be a power supply common. Some systems allow the
shield (drain wire) to be used as common wire and to connect directly to the L60 COM terminal (#3); others function correctly only if the common wire is connected to the L60 COM terminal, but insulated from the shield.
To avoid loop currents, ground the shield at only one point. If other system considerations require the shield to be grounded
at more than one point, install resistors (typically 100 ohms) between the shield and ground at each grounding point. Each
relay needs to be daisy-chained to the next one in the link. A maximum of 32 relays can be connected in this manner without exceeding driver capability. For larger systems, additional serial channels must be added. It is also possible to use commercially available repeaters to have more than 32 relays on a single channel. Avoid star or stub connections entirely.
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SCADA / PLC / computer
Optocoupler
Data
UR-series device
Shield
827757AA.CDR
Last device
Z (*)
T
Z (*) Terminating impedance at
T
each end (typically 120 Ω and 1 nF)
Twisted pair
RS485 +
RS485 –
COMP 485COM
Relay
Relay
Ground shield at SCADA / PLC /
computer only or at
UR-series device only
Data
Optocoupler
Up to 32 devices,
maximum 4000 feet
(1200 m)
Z (*)
T
RS485 +
RS485 –
COMP 485COM
RS485 +
RS485 –
COMP 485COM
COM
NOTE
Lightning strikes and ground surge currents can cause large momentary voltage differences between remote ends of the
communication link. For this reason, surge protection devices are internally provided at both communication ports. An isolated power supply with an optocoupled data interface also acts to reduce noise coupling. To ensure maximum reliability, all
equipment should have similar transient protection devices installed.
Terminate both ends of the RS485 circuit with an impedance as shown below.
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c) 100BASE-FX FIBER OPTIC PORTS
Ensure that the dust covers are installed when the fiber is not in use. Dirty or scratched connectors can lead to high
The fiber optic communication ports allow for fast and efficient communications between relays at 100 Mbps. Optical fiber
losses on a fiber link.
can be connected to the relay supporting a wavelength of 1310 nm in multi-mode.
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Figure 3–23: RS485 SERIAL CONNECTION
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UR-series device
BNC (in)
Receiver
RG58/59 coaxial cable
GPS satellite system
GPS connection
IRIG-B (–)
4A
+
827756A8.CDR
IRIG-B
time code generator
(DC-shift or
amplitude modulated
signal can be used)
4B
IRIG-B (+)
UR-series device
BNC (in)
Receiver
Twisted-pair cable
GPS satellite system
GPS connection
IRIG-B (–)
4A
+
IRIG-B
time code generator
(DC-shift or
amplitude modulated
signal can be used)
4B
IRIG-B (+)
NOTE
IRIG-B is a standard time code format that allows stamping of events to be synchronized among connected devices. The
IRIG-B code allows time accuracies of up to 100 ns. Using the IRIG-B input, the L60 operates an internal oscillator with 1
µs resolution and accuracy. The IRIG time code formats are serial, width-modulated codes that can be either DC level
shifted or amplitude modulated (AM). Third party equipment is available for generating the IRIG-B signal; this equipment
can use a GPS satellite system to obtain the time reference so that devices at different geographic locations can be synchronized.
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3.2.9 IRIG-B
Figure 3–24: OPTIONS FOR THE IRIG-B CONNECTION
Using an amplitude modulated receiver causes errors up to 1 ms in event time-stamping.
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Transmission (+) channel 1
Station
battery
Reception (+) channel 1
Transmission (–) channel 1
Reception (–) channel 1
Common (+) channel 1
Common (–) channel 1
Transmission (+ )channel 1
Communications interface inputs/outputs
~5a
~5b
~5c
~6a
~6b
~6c
~7a
~8a
~7b
~8b
~7c
~8c
BATT+
Tx1P
Tx1N
BATT-
Rx1P
Rx1N
BATT+
Tx2P
Tx2N
BATT-
Rx2P
Rx2N
L60
Station
battery
Power line carrier (PLC)
Reception (–) channel 1
L60 communications 1
Single-phase comparison
L60 communications 2
Dual-phase comparison
Communications interface inputs/outputs
~5a
~5b
~5c
~6a
~6b
~6c
~7a
~8a
~7b
~8b
~7c
~8c
BATT+
Tx1P
Tx1N
BATT-
Rx1P
Rx1N
BATT+
Tx2P
Tx2N
BATT-
Rx2P
Rx2N
L60
Power line carrier (PLC)
As described earlier in this chapter, L60 communications channels reside on the special CT/VT module (type 8P). This
module allows for all possible 87PC scheme combinations (such as dual phase comparison or single-phase comparison,
two-terminal or three-terminal applications) in one module. The customer can upgrade or change the scheme at any time.
The L60 channel interface requires an external battery to drive inputs and outputs. The module can be used with any battery voltage. However, the battery voltage must be reflected in the
COMPARISON ELEMENTS 87PC SCHEME 87PC CH1(2) RX VOLT settings, which define the acceptable voltage threshold
received from the PLC. The L60 communications outputs are MOSFETs and inputs are implemented with optocouplers,
excluding any galvanic connection between PLC connections and the relay boards.
3.2.10 L60 CHANNEL COMMUNICATIONS
GROUPED ELEMENTS SETTING GROUP 1(6) PHASE
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Figure 3–25: L60 TO PLC CONNECTIONS FOR A TWO-TERMINAL LINE
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The communications circuitry has the following characteristics for the transmitter and receiver.
Transmitter characteristics:
•Operating voltage range: 0 to 300 V DC (typical points: 15 V, 48 V, 125 V, 250 V)
•Output current limitation: 100 mA (maximum), 30 mA (nominal)
Receiver characteristics:
•Input voltage range: 0 to 300 V DC
•Input impedance: 25 kohms
•Input current: 10 mA at 250 V, 5 mA at 125 V, 2 mA at 48 V
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Tx
Tx
Tx
Tx
UR 1
UR 2
UR 3
UR 4
Rx
Rx
Rx
Rx
842007A3.CDR
Tx1
UR 1
Tx2
Rx1
Rx2
Tx1
UR 2
Tx2
Rx1
Rx2
Tx1
UR 3
Tx2
Rx1
Rx2
Tx1
UR 4
Tx2
Rx1
Rx2
3.3DIRECT INPUT AND OUTPUT COMMUNICATIONS3.3.1 DESCRIPTION
The direct inputs and outputs feature makes use of the type 7 series of communications modules, which allow direct messaging between UR devices. These communications modules are outlined in the table later in this section.
The communications channels are normally connected in a ring configuration as shown in the following figure. The transmitter of one module is connected to the receiver of the next module. The transmitter of this second module is then connected to the receiver of the next module in the ring. This is continued to form a communications ring. The figure illustrates
a ring of four UR-series relays with the following connections: UR1-Tx to UR2-Rx, UR2-Tx to UR3-Rx, UR3-Tx to UR4-Rx,
and UR4-Tx to UR1-Rx. A maximum of 16 UR-series relays can be connected in a single ring
Figure 3–26: DIRECT INPUT AND OUTPUT SINGLE CHANNEL CONNECTION
The interconnection for dual-channel type 7 communications modules is shown as follows. Two channel modules allow for
a redundant ring configuration. That is, two rings can be created to provide an additional independent data path. The
required connections are: UR1-Tx1 to UR2-Rx1, UR2-Tx1 to UR3-Rx1, UR3-Tx1 to UR4-Rx1, and UR4-Tx1 to UR1-Rx1
for the first ring; and UR1-Tx2 to UR4-Rx2, UR4-Tx2 to UR3-Rx2, UR3-Tx2 to UR2-Rx2, and UR2-Tx2 to UR1-Rx2 for the
second ring.
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Figure 3–27: DIRECT INPUT AND OUTPUT DUAL CHANNEL CONNECTION
The following diagram shows the connection for three UR-series relays using two independent communication channels.
UR1 and UR3 have single type 7 communication modules; UR2 has a dual-channel module. The two communication channels can be of different types, depending on the type 7 modules used. To allow the direct input and output data to cross-over from channel 1 to channel 2 on UR2, the
DIRECT I/O CHANNEL CROSSOVER setting should be “Enabled” on UR2. This
forces UR2 to forward messages received on Rx1 out Tx2, and messages received on Rx2 out Tx1.
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Channel 1
Channel 2
Tx1
UR 2
Tx2
Rx1
Rx2
Tx
UR 1
Rx
Tx
UR 3
Rx
NOTE
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Figure 3–28: DIRECT INPUT AND OUTPUT SINGLE/DUAL CHANNEL COMBINATION CONNECTION
The interconnection requirements are described in further detail in this section for each specific variation of type 7 communications module. These modules are listed in the following table. All fiber modules use ST type connectors.
Not all the direct input and output communications modules outlined in the table are applicable to the L60. Use your
order code with the tables in chapter 2 to determine applicable options.
Table 3–3: CHANNEL COMMUNICATION OPTIONS (Sheet 1 of 2)
The following figure shows the configuration for the 7A, 7B, 7C, 7H, 7I, and 7J fiber-only modules.
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Figure 3–29: LED AND ELED FIBER MODULES
The following figure shows the configuration for the 72, 73, 7D, and 7K fiber-laser module.
Figure 3–30: LASER FIBER MODULES
Observing any fiber transmitter output can injure the eye.
3.3.3 FIBER-LASER TRANSMITTERS
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~8a
~8b
7S
Rx +
Tx +
Shield
Tx –
Shield
Rx –
Tx –
Rx +
Tx +
Rx –
G.703 communications
~2b
~6a
~7a
~1b
~1a
~3a
~6b
~7b
~2a
~3b
G.703
channel 2
G.703
channel 1
Surge
Surge
X8a
X8b
7S
Rx +
Tx +
Shield
Tx –
Shield
Rx –
Tx –
Rx +
Tx +
Rx –
G.703 communications
X2b
X6a
X7a
X1b
X1a
X3a
X6b
X7b
X2a
X3b
G.703
channel 2
G.703
channel 1
Surge
Surge
831727A5.CDR
X8a
X8b
7S
Rx +
Tx +
Shield
Tx –
Shield
Rx –
Tx –
Rx +
Tx +
Rx –
G.703 communications
X2b
X6a
X7a
X1b
X1a
X3a
X6b
X7b
X2a
X3b
G.703
channel 2
G.703
channel 1
Surge
Surge
NOTE
When using a laser Interface, attenuators can be necessary to ensure that you do not exceed the
maximum optical input power to the receiver.
3.3.4 G.703 INTERFACE
a) DESCRIPTION
The following figure shows the 64K ITU G.703 co-directional interface configuration.
The G.703 module is fixed at 64 kbps. The SETTINGS > PRODUCT SETUP > DIRECT I/O > DIRECT I/O DATA
RATE setting is not applicable to this module.
AWG 24 twisted shielded pair is recommended for external connections, with the shield grounded only at one end. Connecting the shield to pin X1a or X6a grounds the shield since these pins are internally connected to ground. Thus, if pin X1a
or X6a is used to ground the shield at one end, do not ground the shield at the other end. This interface module is protected
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by surge suppression devices.
The following figure shows the typical pin interconnection between two G.703 interfaces. For the actual physical arrangement of these pins, see the Rear terminal assignments section earlier in this chapter. All pin interconnections are to be
maintained for a connection to a multiplexer.
b) G.703 SELECTION SWITCH PROCEDURES
1.With the power to the relay off, remove the G.703 module (7R or 7S) as follows. Record the original location of the
2.Simultaneously pull the ejector/inserter clips located at the top and at the bottom of each module in order to release the
3.Remove the module cover screw.
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Figure 3–31: G.703 INTERFACE CONFIGURATION
Figure 3–32: TYPICAL PIN INTERCONNECTION BETWEEN TWO G.703 INTERFACES
Pin nomenclature can differ from one manufacturer to another. Therefore, it is not uncommon to see pinouts numbered TxA, TxB, RxA and RxB. In such cases, it can be assumed that “A” is equivalent to “+” and “B” is equivalent
to “–”.
module to help ensure that the same or replacement module is inserted into the correct slot.
module for removal.
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Cover screw
Top cover
Bottom cover
Ejector/inserter clip
Ejector/inserter clip
Timing selection
switches
Channel 1
Channel 2
FRONT
REAR
831774A3.CDR
4.Remove the top cover by sliding it towards the rear and then lift it upwards.
5.Set the timing selection switches (channel 1, channel 2) to the desired timing modes.
6.Replace the top cover and the cover screw.
7.Re-insert the G.703 module. Take care to ensure that the correct module type is inserted into the correct slot position.
The ejector/inserter clips located at the top and at the bottom of each module must be in the disengaged position as
the module is smoothly inserted into the slot. Once the clips have cleared the raised edge of the chassis, engage the
clips simultaneously. When the clips have locked into position, the module is fully inserted.
S5 = ON and S6 = OFF → internal timing mode
S5 = OFF and S6 = ON → minimum remote loopback mode
S5 = ON and S6 = ON → dual loopback mode
If octet timing is enabled (ON), this 8 kHz signal is asserted during the violation of bit 8 (LSB) necessary for connecting to
higher order systems. When L60s are connected back-to-back, octet timing is disabled (OFF).
d) G.703 TIMING MODES
There are two timing modes for the G.703 module: internal timing mode and loop timing mode (default).
•Internal Timing Mode: The system clock is generated internally. Therefore, the G.703 timing selection should be in
the internal timing mode for back-to-back (UR-to-UR) connections. For back-to-back connections, set for octet timing
(S1 = OFF) and timing mode to internal timing (S5 = ON and S6 = OFF).
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Internal timing mode
Loop timing mode
(factory default)
DMR
DMX
G7X
G7R
DMR = Differential Manchester Receiver
DMX = Differential Manchester Transmitter
G7X = G.703 Transmitter
G7R = G.703 Receiver
842774A1.CDR
DMR
DMX
G7X
G7R
DMR = Differential Manchester Receiver
DMX = Differential Manchester Transmitter
G7X = G.703 Transmitter
G7R = G.703 Receiver
842775A1.CDR
•Loop Timing Mode: The system clock is derived from the received line signal. Therefore, the G.703 timing selection
should be in loop timing mode for connections to higher order systems. For connection to a higher order system (URto-multiplexer, factory defaults), set to octet timing (S1 = ON) and set timing mode to loop timing (S5 = OFF and S6 =
OFF).
The switch settings for the internal and loop timing modes are shown below:
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e) G.703 TEST MODES
In minimum remote loopback mode, the multiplexer is enabled to return the data from the external interface without any
processing to assist in diagnosing G.703 line-side problems irrespective of clock rate. Data enters from the G.703 inputs,
passes through the data stabilization latch which also restores the proper signal polarity, passes through the multiplexer
and then returns to the transmitter. The differential received data is processed and passed to the G.703 transmitter module
after which point the data is discarded. The G.703 receiver module is fully functional and continues to process data and
passes it to the differential Manchester transmitter module. Since timing is returned as it is received, the timing source is
expected to be from the G.703 line side of the interface.
In dual loopback mode, the multiplexers are active and the functions of the circuit are divided into two with each receiver/
transmitter pair linked together to deconstruct and then reconstruct their respective signals. Differential Manchester data
enters the Differential Manchester receiver module and then is returned to the differential Manchester transmitter module.
Likewise, G.703 data enters the G.703 receiver module and is passed through to the G.703 transmitter module to be
returned as G.703 data. Because of the complete split in the communications path and because, in each case, the clocks
are extracted and reconstructed with the outgoing data, in this mode there must be two independent sources of timing. One
source lies on the G.703 line side of the interface while the other lies on the differential Manchester side of the interface.
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Figure 3–34: G.703 MINIMUM REMOTE LOOPBACK MODE
Figure 3–35: G.703 DUAL LOOPBACK MODE
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~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
Shield
Shield
COM
Tx +
Tx +
Tx –
Tx –
Rx –
Rx –
Rx +
Rx +
3b
5b
2a
4a
6a
7b
8b
Clock
RS422
channel 1
RS422
channel 2
Surge
3a
5a
4b
6b
7a
2b
8a
Inter-relay communications7W
842776A3.CDR
Dual-channel RS422 module
~
~
~
~
~
Shield
Tx +
Tx –
Rx –
Rx +
3b
2a
6a
RS422
3a
4b
~
~
~
~
COM
8b
Clock
Surge
7a
2b
8a
Inter-relay comms.7T
Single-channel RS422 module
~ indicates the slot position
831728A5.CDR
W8a
7T
Shield
Tx –
Rx –
Tx +
Rx +
RS422 communications
W4b
W3a
W3b
W6a
W2a
RS422
channel 1
Surge
+
–
W7a
W8b
Clock
Common
W2b
COM
W8a
7T
Shield
Tx –
Rx –
Tx +
Rx +
RS422 communications
W4b
W3a
W3b
W6a
W2a
RS422
channel 1
Surge
+
–
W7a
W8b
Clock
Common
W2b
COM
+
–
64 or 128 kbps
3.3.5 RS422 INTERFACE
a) DESCRIPTION
There are two RS422 inter-relay communications modules available: single-channel RS422 (module 7T) and dual-channel
RS422 (module 7W). The modules can be configured to run at 64 kbps or 128 kbps. AWG 20-24 twisted shielded pair cable
is recommended for external connections. These modules are protected by optically-isolated surge suppression devices.
The shield pins (6a and 7b) are internally connected to the ground pin (8a). Proper shield termination is as follows:
•Site 1: Terminate shield to pins 6a or 7b or both.
•Site 2: Terminate shield to COM pin 2b.
Match the clock terminating impedance with the impedance of the line.
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The following figure shows the typical pin interconnection between two single-channel RS422 interfaces installed in slot W.
All pin interconnections are to be maintained for a connection to a multiplexer.
b) TWO-CHANNEL APPLICATION VIA MULTIPLEXERS
The RS422 interface can be used for single channel or two channel applications over SONET/SDH or multiplexed systems.
When used in single-channel applications, the RS422 interface links to higher order systems in a typical fashion observing
transmit (Tx), receive (Rx), and send timing (ST) connections. However, when used in two-channel applications, certain criteria must be followed since there is one clock input for the two RS422 channels. The system functions correctly when the
following connections are observed and your data module has a terminal timing feature. Terminal timing is a common feature to most synchronous data units that allows the module to accept timing from an external source. Using the terminal
timing feature, two channel applications can be achieved if these connections are followed: The send timing outputs from
the multiplexer (data module 1), connects to the clock inputs of the UR–RS422 interface in the usual fashion. In addition,
the send timing outputs of data module 1 is also paralleled to the terminal timing inputs of data module 2. By using this configuration, the timing for both data modules and both UR–RS422 channels are derived from a single clock source. As a
result, data sampling for both of the UR–RS422 channels is synchronized via the send timing leads on data module 1 as
shown below. If the terminal timing feature is not available or this type of connection is not desired, the G.703 interface is a
viable option that does not impose timing restrictions.
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Figure 3–36: RS422 INTERFACE CONNECTIONS
Figure 3–37: TYPICAL PIN INTERCONNECTION BETWEEN TWO RS422 INTERFACES
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Data module 1
Data module 2
Signal name
Signal name
SD(A) - Send data
TT(A) - Terminal timing
TT(B) - Terminal timing
SD(B) - Send data
RD(A) - Received data
RD(A) - Received data
SD(A) - Send data
SD(B) - Send data
RD(B) - Received data
RD(B) - Received data
RS(A) - Request to send (RTS)
RS(A) - Request to send (RTS)
RT(A) - Receive timing
CS(A) - Clear To send
CS(A) - Clear To send
RT(B) - Receive timing
CS(B) - Clear To send
CS(B) - Clear To send
Local loopback
Local loopback
Remote loopback
Remote loopback
Signal ground
Signal ground
ST(A) - Send timing
ST(A) - Send timing
ST(B) - Send timing
ST(B) - Send timing
RS(B) - Request to send (RTS)
RS(B) - Request to send (RTS)
831022A3.CDR
W
7a
W
2b
W
8a
7W
Shld.
Shld.
Tx1(+)
Tx2(+)
Tx1(-)
Tx2(-)
Rx1(+)
Rx2(+)
+
com
Rx1(-)
Rx2(-)
–
INTER-RELAY COMMUNICATIONS
W
3a
W
5b
W
5a
W
3b
W
2a
W
6a
W
6b
W
7b
W
8b
W
4b
W
4a
RS422
CHANNEL 1
RS422
CHANNEL 2
CLOCK
SURGE
831733A1.CDR
Tx Clock
Tx Data
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Figure 3–38: TIMING CONFIGURATION FOR RS422 TWO-CHANNEL, THREE-TERMINAL APPLICATION
Data module 1 provides timing to the L60 RS422 interface via the ST(A) and ST(B) outputs. Data module 1 also provides
timing to data module 2 TT(A) and TT(B) inputs via the ST(A) and AT(B) outputs. The data module pin numbers have been
omitted in the figure above since they vary by manufacturer.
c) TRANSMIT TIMING
The RS422 interface accepts one clock input for transmit timing. It is important that the rising edge of the 64 kHz transmit
timing clock of the multiplexer interface is sampling the data in the center of the transmit data window. Therefore, it is important to confirm clock and data transitions to ensure proper system operation. For example, the following figure shows the
positive edge of the Tx clock in the center of the Tx data bit.
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NOTICE
Tx2
Rx2
842777A2.CDR
~8a
7L, 7M, 7N,
7P, and 74
Shield
Tx –
Rx –
Tx +
Rx +
RS422
communications
~4b
~3a
~3b
~6a
~2a
RS422
channel 1
Surge
+
–
~7a
~8b
Clock
channel 1
Common
~2b
COM
Fiber
channel 2
NOTICE
d) RECEIVE TIMING
The RS422 interface utilizes NRZI-MARK modulation code and; therefore, does not rely on an Rx clock to recapture data.
NRZI-MARK is an edge-type, invertible, self-clocking code.
To recover the Rx clock from the data-stream, an integrated DPLL (digital phase lock loop) circuit is utilized. The DPLL is
driven by an internal clock, which is 16-times over-sampled, and uses this clock along with the data-stream to generate a
data clock that can be used as the SCC (serial communication controller) receive clock.
3.3.6 RS422 AND FIBER INTERFACE
The following figure shows the combined RS422 plus fiberoptic interface configuration at 64K baud. The 7L, 7M, 7N, 7P,
and 74 modules are used in two-terminal with a redundant channel or three-terminal configurations where channel 1 is
employed via the RS422 interface (possibly with a multiplexer) and channel 2 via direct fiber.
AWG 20-24 twisted shielded pair is recommended for external RS422 connections and ground the shield only at one end.
For the direct fiber channel, address power budget issues properly.
When using a LASER Interface, attenuators can be necessary to ensure that you do not exceed
maximum optical input power to the receiver.
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Figure 3–40: RS422 AND FIBER INTERFACE CONNECTION
Connections shown above are for multiplexers configured as DCE (data communications equipment) units.
3.3.7 G.703 AND FIBER INTERFACE
The figure below shows the combined G.703 plus fiberoptic interface configuration at 64 kbps. The 7E, 7F, 7G, 7Q, and 75
modules are used in configurations where channel 1 is employed via the G.703 interface (possibly with a multiplexer) and
channel 2 via direct fiber. AWG 24 twisted shielded pair is recommended for external G.703 connections connecting the
shield to pin 1a at one end only. For the direct fiber channel, address power budget issues properly. See previous sections
for additional details on the G.703 and fiber interfaces.
When using a laser Interface, attenuators can be necessary to ensure that you do not exceed the
maximum optical input power to the receiver.
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Rx2
Tx2
842778A2.CDR
~3b
75, 7E, 7F, 7G,
and 7Q
Rx +
Shield
Tx –
Rx –
Tx +
G.703
communications
~2b
~1b
~1a
~3a
~2a
G.703
channel 1
Surge
Fiber
channel 2
UR-series
device
IEEE C37.94
fiber interface
up to 2 km
842755A2.CDR
Digital
multiplexer,
IEEE C37.94
compliant
Figure 3–41: G.703 AND FIBER INTERFACE CONNECTION
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3.3.8 IEEE C37.94 INTERFACE
The UR-series IEEE C37.94 communication modules (modules types 2G, 2H, 76, and 77) are designed to interface with
IEEE C37.94 compliant digital multiplexers or an IEEE C37.94 compliant interface converter for use with direct input and
output applications. The IEEE C37.94 standard defines a point-to-point optical link for synchronous data between a multiplexer and a teleprotection device. This data is typically 64 kbps, but the standard provides for speeds up to 64n kbps,
where n = 1, 2,…, 12. The UR-series C37.94 communication modules are either 64 kbps (with n fixed at 1) for 128 kbps
(with n fixed at 2). The frame is a valid International Telecommunications Union (ITU-T) recommended G.704 pattern from
the standpoint of framing and data rate. The frame is 256 bits and is repeated at a frame rate of 8000 Hz, with a resultant bit
rate of 2048 kbps.
The specifications for the module are as follows:.
•IEEE standard: C37.94 for 1 × 128 kbps optical fiber interface (for 2G and 2H modules) or C37.94 for 2 × 64 kbps opti-
•Connection: as per all fiber optic connections, a Tx to Rx connection is required
The UR-series C37.94 communication module can be connected directly to any compliant digital multiplexer that supports
the IEEE C37.94 standard as shown below.
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UR-series
device
up to 2 km
IEEE C37.94
converter
RS422
interface
842756A2.CDR
IEEE C37.94
fiber interface
Digital
multiplexer
with EIA-422
interface
842753A2.CDR
Internal timing mode
Loop timing mode
(factory default)
The UR-series C37.94 communication module can be connected to the electrical interface (G.703, RS422, or X.21) of a
non-compliant digital multiplexer via an optical-to-electrical interface converter that supports the IEEE C37.94 standard, as
shown below.
In 2008, GE Digital Energy released revised modules 76 and 77 for C37.94 communication to enable multi-ended fault
location functionality with firmware 5.60 release and higher. All modules 76 and 77 shipped since the change support this
feature and are fully backward compatible with firmware releases below 5.60. For customers using firmware release 5.60
and higher, the module can be identified with "Rev D" printed on the module and is to be used on all ends of L60 communication for two and three terminal applications. Failure to use it at all ends results in intermittent communication alarms. For
customers using firmware revisions below 5.60, it is not required to match the revision of the modules installed.
The UR-series C37.94 communication module has six switches that are used to set the clock configuration. The functions
of these control switches are shown below.
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For the internal timing mode, the system clock is generated internally. Therefore, the timing switch selection should be
internal timing for relay 1 and loop timed for relay 2. There must be only one timing source configured.
For the looped timing mode, the system clock is derived from the received line signal. Therefore, the timing selection
should be in loop timing mode for connections to higher order systems.
The IEEE C37.94 communications module cover removal procedure is as follows:
1.With power to the relay off, remove the IEEE C37.94 module (type 2G, 2H, 76 or 77 module) as follows. Record the
original location of the module to help ensure that the same or replacement module is inserted into the correct slot.
2.Simultaneously pull the ejector/inserter clips located at the top and at the bottom of each module in order to release the
module for removal.
3.Remove the module cover screw.
4.Remove the top cover by sliding it towards the rear and then lift it upwards.
5.Set the timing selection switches (channel 1, channel 2) to the desired timing modes (see description above).
6.Replace the top cover and the cover screw.
7.Re-insert the IEEE C37.94 module. Take care to ensure that the correct module type is inserted into the correct slot
position. The ejector/inserter clips located at the top and at the bottom of each module must be in the disengaged position as the module is smoothly inserted into the slot. Once the clips have cleared the raised edge of the chassis,
engage the clips simultaneously. When the clips have locked into position, the module is fully inserted.
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Cover screw
Top cover
Bottom cover
Ejector/inserter clip
Ejector/inserter clip
Timing selection
switches
Channel 1
Channel 2
FRONT
REAR
831774A3.CDR
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Tx1
Tx2
Rx1
Rx2
Tx1
Tx2
CH1 Link/Activity LED
CH2 Link/Activity LED
COMMS
2B
C37.94SM
1300nm single-mode
ELED
2 channel
Technical support:
Tel: (905)294-6222
Fax: (905)201-2098
(NORTH AMERICA)
1 800 547-8629
Made in Canada
GE Multilin
REV. D
CH1 Clock Configuration LED
CH2 Clock Configuration LED
FRONT VIEWREAR VIEW
842837A1.cdr
Modules shipped since January 2012 have status LEDs that indicate the status of the DIP switches, as shown in the following figure.
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Figure 3–43: STATUS LEDS
The clock configuration LED status is as follows:
•Flashing green — loop timing mode while receiving a valid data packet
•Flashing yellow — internal mode while receiving a valid data packet
•Solid red — (switch to) internal timing mode while not receiving a valid data packet
The link/activity LED status is as follows:
•Flashing green — FPGA is receiving a valid data packet
•Solid yellow — FPGA is receiving a "yellow bit" and remains yellow for each "yellow bit"
•Solid red — FPGA is not receiving a valid packet or the packet received is invalid
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UR-series
device
C37.94SM
fiber interface
up to 10 km
842757A2.CDR
Digital
multiplexer
C97.94SM
UR-series
device with
C37.94SM
module
C37.94SM
fiber interface
up to 10 km
UR-series
device with
C37.94SM
module
842758A2.CDR
3.3.9 C37.94SM INTERFACE
The UR-series C37.94SM communication modules (2A and 2B) are designed to interface with modified IEEE C37.94 compliant digital multiplexers or IEEE C37.94 compliant interface converters that have been converted from 820 nm multi-mode
fiber optics to 1300 nm ELED single-mode fiber optics. The IEEE C37.94 standard defines a point-to-point optical link for
synchronous data between a multiplexer and a teleprotection device. This data is typically 64 kbps, but the standard provides for speeds up to 64n kbps, where n = 1, 2,…, 12. The UR-series C37.94SM communication module is 64 kbps only
with n fixed at 1. The frame is a valid International Telecommunications Union (ITU-T) recommended G.704 pattern from
the standpoint of framing and data rate. The frame is 256 bits and is repeated at a frame rate of 8000 Hz, with a resultant bit
rate of 2048 kbps.
The specifications for the module are as follows:
•Emulated IEEE standard: emulates C37.94 for 1 × 64 kbps optical fiber interface (modules set to n = 1 or 64 kbps)
•Fiber optic mode: single-mode, ELED compatible with HP HFBR-1315T transmitter and HP HFBR-2316T receiver
•Fiber optic cable length: up to 11.4 km
•Fiber optic connector: type ST
•Wavelength: 1300 ±40 nm
•Connection: as per all fiber optic connections, a Tx to Rx connection is required
The UR-series C37.94SM communication module can be connected directly to any compliant digital multiplexer that sup-
ports C37.94SM as shown below.
It can also can be connected directly to any other UR-series relay with a C37.94SM module as shown below.
In 2008, GE Digital Energy released revised modules 2A and 2B for C37.94SM communication to enable multi-ended fault
location functionality with firmware 5.60 release and higher. All modules 2A and 2B shipped since the change support this
feature and are fully backward compatible with firmware releases below 5.60. For customers using firmware release 5.60
and higher, the module can be identified with "Rev D" printed on the module and is to be used on all ends of L60 communication for two and three terminal applications. Failure to use it at all ends results in intermittent communication alarms. For
customers using firmware revisions below 5.60, it is not required to match the revision of the modules installed.
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842753A2.CDR
Internal timing mode
Loop timing mode
(factory default)
The UR-series C37.94SM communication module has six switches that are used to set the clock configuration. The functions of these control switches are shown below.
For the internal timing mode, the system clock is generated internally. Therefore, the timing switch selection should be
internal timing for relay 1 and loop timed for relay 2. There must be only one timing source configured.
For the looped timing mode, the system clock is derived from the received line signal. Therefore, the timing selection
should be in loop timing mode for connections to higher order systems.
The C37.94SM communications module cover removal procedure is as follows:
1.With power to the relay off, remove the C37.94SM module (modules 2A or 2B) as follows. Record the original location
of the module to help ensure that the same or replacement module is inserted into the correct slot.
2.Simultaneously pull the ejector/inserter clips located at the top and at the bottom of each module in order to release the
module for removal.
3.Remove the module cover screw.
4.Remove the top cover by sliding it towards the rear and then lift it upwards.
5.Set the timing selection switches (channel 1, channel 2) to the desired timing modes (see description above).
6.Replace the top cover and the cover screw.
7.Re-insert the C37.94SM module. Take care to ensure that the correct module type is inserted into the correct slot
position. The ejector/inserter clips located at the top and at the bottom of each module must be in the disengaged position as the module is smoothly inserted into the slot. Once the clips have cleared the raised edge of the chassis,
engage the clips simultaneously. When the clips have locked into position, the module is fully inserted.
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Cover screw
Top cover
Bottom cover
Ejector/inserter clip
Ejector/inserter clip
Timing selection
switches
Channel 1
Channel 2
FRONT
REAR
831774A3.CDR
Tx1
Tx2
Rx1
Rx2
Tx1
Tx2
CH1 Link/Activity LED
CH2 Link/Activity LED
COMMS
2B
C37.94SM
1300nm single-mode
ELED
2 channel
Technical support:
Tel: (905)294-6222
Fax: (905)201-2098
(NORTH AMERICA)
1 800 547-8629
Made in Canada
GE Multilin
REV. D
CH1 Clock Configuration LED
CH2 Clock Configuration LED
FRONT VIEWREAR VIEW
842837A1.cdr
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