PLC solutions Substation automation Sequence of event recording

Action Monitor/ ERT option Smart Machine Suite

Quantum PLC with ERT modules GPS receiver

Printer Modbus Plus network Various SER inputs

Typical architecture
Action Monitor/ ERT option Smart Machine Suite Quantum PLC with ERT modules GPS receiver

Printer Modbus Plus network Various SER inputs

Increased systems reliability is on every utility executives to do list. The SER application verifies the protection and control scheme in the event of system operation and allows utility operators to fine-tune the model to further increase systems reliability. The SER station demonstrates how a PLC-based system with the new ERT module in conjunction with SMS / Action Monitor with ERT support, can capture and deliver SER data locally or to the enterprise (remote location) for diagnostics and analysis.

Sequence of event recording

Increased systems reliability

The ability to time stamp substation events has always been an important feature of most traditional automation systems. This ability provides operators a means to better understand system operations, fine tune protection and control schemes, and improve overall systems reliability. The SER station demonstrates the capabilities of a PLC-based solution to perform this application. The station includes two essential elements: the PLC rack and associated SER input modules to capture event data, and the PC-based software required to store/display and serve the data as required. ERT Module The multifunction I/O module (ERT) provides 32 wide-range inputs for voltage ranging from 24-125 VDC, with one millisecond time stamp resolution. The modules are usable in central and RIO configuration, with up to nine modules per rack. The ERT module is configured using the Windows-based Modicon Concept software package. Each input on the module can be configured as basic discrete, counter, or event logging inputs as required by the application. GPS Receiver Time synchronization is accomplished via a GPS receiver based on a global positioning satellite signal. One GPS in a given location can synchronize multiple ERT modules without additional time sync modules, minimizing overall wiring and cost. Antenna and pre-configured cable are also available to complete the system. Each GPS receiver has four 24VDC and one serial output signals. Smart Machine Suite software (SMS) SMS diagnostic software for Schneider Electric PLCs was developed to continually monitor machine systems and subsystems to identify system state changes and their causes. The SMS Action Monitor application provides the operator with immediate feedback as to operating status. In the event of deviation from a given process, the Action Monitor application will automatically enunciate the cause of the deviation and through the Action Monitor tool bar, advise the operator of the proper steps to correct the fault. The Action Monitor feature has been modified to support SER applications. When used in this application, the ERT module generates time stamp events and stores them in a 4K buffer. The Elementary Function Block (EFB) supplied with the ERT module manages the access of the time tag data in Concept programming software. Within Action Monitor (ERT application), another EFB was developed to access data from multiple ERT modules and make it available to PCs running Action Monitor. The features of Action Monitor allow the user to view the events and automatically generate alarm messages locally or remotely, or download to a printer. Historical files can also be automatically generated for future analysis in a Microsoft Access database. In the event that an application requires a local HMI, Action Monitor can run independently in the background and transfer data to the HMI as required by the operator. Benefits The benefits of using SER in substation using a PLC-based solution includes: Safe and profitable business and operating decisions The SER application allows the user to better understand the P&C model, thus optimizing operation, expanding equipment use, and increasing system availability. Improved diagnostics The solution provides a means of collecting time-stamped data, accurately and reliably for engineering analysis. Ease of Implementation Based on easy to use building blocks, the complete system is flexible, expandable and easy to configure. Changes can be quickly implemented in the field as the scope of work increases.

Action Monitor screen

ERT and Action Monitor EFBs

Typical Bill of Materials

PLC
Part number
140CPU43412 140ERT85410 470GPS00100 470GPA00100 470XCA64600 470XCA32300 140XTS00200 140CPS11400 140XBP00600 990NAD23000 990NAD21110

Description
CPU, 2M memory, 2MB, 1MB+, 486 Sequence of Event module, 1msec GPS time signal receiver GPS receiver Antenna cable, 12m Programming cable for GPS 00100 Terminal connectors 8A power supply 6 Slot backplane Modbus Plus tap Modbus Plus drop cable (8')

Qty.
1 4 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1

Manufacturer
Schneider Electric Schneider Electric Schneider Electric Schneider Electric Schneider Electric Schneider Electric Schneider Electric Schneider Electric Schneider Electric Schneider Electric Schneider Electric

HMI
Part number
TBD TBD AM-SA85-000 990NAD23000 990NAD21110 140ERT85410-SMS

Description
PC monitor & associated cable Printer Modbus Plus interface card Modbus Plus tap Modbus Plus drop cable (8') SMS with ERT option module

Qty.
1 1 1 1 1 1

Manufacturer
Third party Third party Schneider Electric Schneider Electric Schneider Electric Schneider Electric

Accessories / options
Part number
AS-MBKT-185

Description
Modbus Plus network Terminator connector kit, 2 per kit (end node connectors) Concept programming software ERT/SMS application support (8 hours + expenses)

Qty.

Manufacturer

1 1 LOT

Schneider Electric Schneider Electric Schneider Electric

372SPU47401V21 IA-SUP8

Schneider Electric North American Division 4101 Capital Boulevard Raleigh, NC 27604 Tel: 800 894 7259 Fax: (919) 266 8293

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June 1999