40-08591-01 TWS FL-8 User Manual PDF
40-08591-01 TWS FL-8 User Manual PDF
40-08591-01 TWS FL-8 User Manual PDF
TWS FL8
Fault Location Unit
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About This Manual
Chapter 1
About This Manual
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Symbol Description
A Warning identifies conditions and actions that pose hazard(s) to the user.
A Caution identifies conditions and actions that may damage the test instrument.
Risk of danger
~ Alternating Current
Direct Current
Protective Earth
USB Communication
GPS Antenna
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Overview
Chapter 2
Overview
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Overview
The Introduction section provides a brief overview of TWS FL8 followed by a description of the
TWS FL8 hardware characteristics. The Installation section describes the steps taken to physically
install a TWS FL8. The TWS FL8 Commissioning and Testing section involves configuring the
TWS FL8 software and finally testing the fully installed unit.
2.1. Introduction
TWS FL8 is designed to accurately locate faults on high voltage, overhead line feeders that may
include lengths of cable. It can give useful results on more complicated networks including some
branches. The preferred location is a substation where more than one feeder is connected to the
busbar. TWS FL8 depends on the measurement of current transients on the secondary side of the
main protection current transformer. This method can only be applied at points on the system
where current transformers are available.
At substations where only one feeder connects to a transformer, it will be necessary to measure
voltage transients from a suitable voltage transducer. Contact QUALITROL for further details on
measuring voltage transients.
TWS FL8 is used to monitor eight line modules. It can monitor 2, 4, 6, or 8 line modules
depending on the number of fault location (FL) cards mounted. A single FL card has capability to
monitor two line modules. Refer to Appendix H for more details on mounting FL cards.
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Note Refer to Appendix D for details about any TWS FL8 license updates.
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Install the equipment in such a manner that its power cable is accessible at all times and can
easily be disconnected.
Check that at least 10 cm free space is available on either side of the enclosure and 4.4 cm
space is recommended on the top and bottom of the enclosure for air flow or ventilation.
Ensure that the power cables and connecting cables are not damaged and are in proper
working condition.
Use only those accessories that are supplied with the equipment.
Refer the equipment to the authorized service personnel if any damage or defect is found.
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Chapter 3
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Power Supply Input Range Type 1: 90 264 VAC (88 - 300 VDC), 47 63
Hz
Type 2: 36 72 VDC
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3.2.2. UPS
The UPS card provides power supply to the TWS FL8 device for a minimum of 15 minutes. In
normal operating conditions, the user can expect battery backup for 30 minutes with a new and
fully charged battery. The battery must be charged initially for 12 hours to provide a minimum
backup of 15 minutes.
Note Refer to Appendix E for details about the battery replacement procedure.
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The following table describes the details of the two batteries that are used in the TWS FL8 device.
Battery Specifications
Operating Environment
Storage Environment
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The Rajamane battery is the default battery. The Qualitrol reference number for this battery
is 3601-0087.
Note Refer to Section 7.2.4 for further information about UPS maintenance.
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A picture of the front panel of TWS FL8 device is shown in Figure 3.3.
The rear panel figure is split into three parts for better clarity.
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Figure 3.4b shows the LM3, LM4, LM7, LM8, Alarms, modem, and other details.
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Figure 3.4c shows the LM1, LM2, LM5, LM6, RS485, and other details.
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The following table lists the different components on the rear panel of the TWS FL8 device.
Label Name Labels on the Description
Rear Panel
1 AC Power Socket TB1 3 pin AC/DC power input connector
TB2 DC power output connector (+12 V,
2 DC Power Socket
750 mA)
3 Phoenix Connector TB13 Alarm output
TB18-19, TB7,
4 8*4 Pin connector TB8,TB3,TB4,TB FL Digital inputs
14-15
TB20,TB21,TB9,
5 8*10 Pin connector TB10,TB5,TB6,T FL Analog inputs
B16,TB17
Phoenix Connector TB11 Differential PPS Out (Master
6
mode)/In (Slave mode)
7 1*5 Pin Connector TB12 RS485 Communication
BNC Connector -In IRIG-B INPUT (TTL/AM)/PPM
8 IN/PPH IN
BNC Connector -Out IRIG-B OUTPUT (TTL/AM)
9 DB9 Connector RS232 Communication
10 RJ45 Connector Wired Ethernet Communication
11 Fiber Connector Fiber Ethernet Communication
12 BNC Connector GPS antenna
13 Fiber Connector Tx/Rx PPS Out/In
14 On/Off Switch Power ON/OFF the device
15 Earth Post Earthing connection
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The following table lists the icons displayed in the MMI Overview screen and their descriptions.
Icons Description
Communication icon.
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Icons Description
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System information: The SYSTEM INFORMATION menu provides information about the
following:
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Data Download The DATA DOWNLOAD menu provides the option for user to download the
data from the device to the USB. The menu displays submenus to download the log and FL
records. USB should be connected to the device in order to download logs and records. The
number of days of data required to be downloaded is specified using the up and down arrow keys.
MMI LCD displays the downloading status.
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Clock Synchronization: The CLOCK SYNCHRONIZATION menu provides the CPU clock
source information. The menu displays the time mode of CPU, source of clock, status of
synchronization, and additional information based on source.
Manual Trigger: The MANUAL TRIGGER menu provides options for the user to give a manual
trigger. This menu displays the following options:
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Channel Check: The CHANNEL CHECK menu provides the user with the option to test the
enabled FL channels and to display the status of FL Digital Inputs.
This menu displays the following options:
Relay Test: The RELAY TEST menu provides the user with the option to test the relay, as shown
in the following figure. The relay is selected using the up and down arrow key.
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Display Settings: The DISPLAY SETTINGS menu provides the user with the option to change
the LCD and backlight settings, as shown in the following figure.
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Or
User can
configure for any
event.
LED 7 Status 1 User Green On/Flashing User-configured
Configurable event occurred.
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Switching off the device without a graceful shutdown might corrupt the memory
device.
If the user releases the shutdown switch before 3 seconds, the device enters into the Channel
check mode (for details about the Channel check mode, refer to Section 3.6.6).
The shutdown switch is available on the motherboard or CPU. Refer to section 7.4.4.
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Note A default 75 IRIG-B termination is provided by the TWS FL8 device. If a 120
termination is required, then the user must use an external BNC adapter.
A suitable 75 to 120 Ohm terminator similar to L-Com part number ACC 8060 is required.
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has two RJ45 Ethernet ports, one each on the front and the rear panel, referred to as
Ethernet port 1 and Ethernet port 2, respectively.
The 100 Base-FX connection is done through two ST fiber connectors and is used for
longer-range (to a maximum of 400 meters) communication over fiber optic cables.
The white connector is used to transmit and the grey connector is used to receive. The
connectors are suitable for 62.5 or 125 micron multi-mode fiber cable. The wavelength used
is 1300 nm. The user can find the ST-fiber connectors on the rear panel of the device.
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The following table provides details of the services that can be run on each port and the
corresponding serial cable type to be used.
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*: Optional
PPPD on SERIAL: This service is enabled or used when the TWS FL8 device needs to be
connected directly to a computer without a modem.
PPPD on MODEM: This service is enabled or used when the TWS FL8 device needs to be
accessed through a modem.
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Cable Types
The following figures show the different cable types.
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3.9. USB
Script file is available but the LCD The USB performs operations according to the
interface is not available. script.
Both the script file and the LCD The USB performs operations according to the
interface are available. script because the script has higher priority.
Both the script file and the LCD The USB does not perform any operation.
interface are not available.
The script file is not available but The USB performs the data download operation
the LCD interface is available. through the LCD interface.
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For TWS FL8 to be fully time-synchronized as a time slave, both PPS and NTP
are required from the time master.
Note In the absence of PPS input for the slave mode of operation, TWS FL8 will
use NTP time as the time reference from the configured NTP server. Because
TWS FL8 is not synchronized with the PPS time marker, the accuracy of time
synchronization is impacted.
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TWS FL8 is said to be in Not-Locked State if any of the following conditions occurs:
The external PPS does not pass the stability check.
The time difference is not within the acceptable jitter limit.
When there is a transition of TWS FL8 internal PPS from not-locked to a locked state, time
correction occurs. The time correction can happen in any of the following ways:
Gradual time correction
Abrupt time shift
Gradual Time Correction
The TWS FL8 internal time is corrected gradually if the difference is less than 0.5 seconds with
respect to the external time. The maximum error correction allowed per cycle is approximately half
of the intersampled delay. Approximately, the time required to perform the correction for a 0.5-
second error is 8.5 minutes. As a result, after the device is switched on, the clock synchronization
LED might take a maximum of 8.5 minutes to turn on indicating the system is locked.
Abrupt Time Shift
If the difference in time is greater than 0.5 seconds, then the TWS FL8 internal time will be
abruptly shifted to the external time. The abrupt shift in time is always indicated to the user.
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Analog inputs are connected to the Terminal blocks at the back panel.
There are three analog inputs for each line module. Output of the linear coupler is connected to
the positive and negative pins of the analog connector.
Example: For LM 7 Channel 1, the output of the linear coupler is connected to 1+ and 1-. The third
pin is connected to the cable shield.
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Note Relay 1 is not configurable. However, relays 2, 3 and 4 are configurable. iQ+
does not support.
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3U
Relay Specifications
Contact Form : SPST NO/SPST NC
Coil Voltage : 5 VDC
Contact Rating : 5 A at 250 VDC/30 VAC, 8 A at 250 VAC/30 VDC
Service Life
Mechanical : 50,000,000 operations minimum (at 18,000 operations/hour)
Electrical : 100,000 operations minimum (at 1,800 operations/hour under rated load)
The following pin out table lists the different alarm configurations.
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Pin 9 Internally
Pin 10 connected to
GND
The relay default settings are done at the factory as per the customer order.
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Chapter 4
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4. Installation
This chapter describes the installation procedure of the TWS FL8 device.
4.2. Accessories
Following accessories are provided:
Serial port cable
RJ45 cable 2 m (straight)
RJ45 cable 2 m (crossover)
Operating manual
Configuration CD (containing the standalone configuration tool)
Four loose empty labels that the customer can place over existing labels if any settings are
changed at a later stage.
Test reports (including the serial port communication default settings of the device)
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If multiple TWS FL8 devices are installed at a given location or across different locations, they
communicate with each other using twisted pair or fiber-optic Ethernet as shown in the following
figure.
In Figure 4.2, TWS FL8 #1 is configured as the time master and TWS FL8 #2, #3, and #4 are
configured as time slaves.
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Note If the user has upgraded the firmware for standard MMI, then during the next
boot up of TWS FL8, the LEDs on the right flash from top to bottom, and the
LEDs on the left flash from bottom to top in green. This is in addition to the
normal boot up mode.
It is important to match the polarity dots of the two sections of the linear coupler when
fitting as shown.
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The inductive couplers should have an air gap between the two halves when installed.
Nylon washers are provided for this purpose. See Figure 4.4 for positional details of
the nylon washers.
The linear couplers need to be fitted one on each phase around the secondary wiring from the
protection current transformers associated with the line being monitored. They need to be fitted
consistently facing the same direction on each phase to meet the direction (polarity) convention. It
has been accepted that the positive direction of view is towards the line (see section 4.5.5). They
should be fitted to the connecting leads of a set of protection current transformers, which are
dedicated to feeding a protection relay (digital relays result in better signals than
electromechanical relays). See figure 4.5. If this is not possible, please consult QUALITROL for
advice.
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The connecting cable between the linear couplers and TWS FL8 should either be:
Three individual cables (one for each phase).
Each cable should be a screened twisted pair cable. Conductors should be of copper and at
least 7 strand 0.25 mm (for mechanical strength in a substation environment). Insulation
should be polythene or polypropylene for low loss.
One cable containing 3 individually screened twisted pairs.
Conductors should be copper and at least 7 strand 0.25 mm for mechanical strength.
Insulation should be polythene or polypropylene for low loss.
Terminal blocks are provided to fit the cable to the linear coupler secondary connections.
Alternatively, the cable can be soldered directly onto these connections and a low temperature
heat shrink sleeve fitted to match the cable size being used. The cable screens should be
insulated and left open circuit.
The other end of the cable is connected to the TWS FL8 analogue inputs marked A, B and C
as shown below in Figure 4.6. Note that polarity is marked on the terminal block. The + at the line
module needs to be connected to the terminal adjacent to the polarity dot on the linear coupler
(see figure 4.3).
The cable screens must be connected to one of the earth terminals on the TWS FL8 line module
terminal blocks.
The cable(s) at the TWS FL8 should be clearly labeled with the line name. A label should be fitted
identifying feeder names with line module numbers.
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The length of the cable between the inductive couplers and TWS FL8 should be no
longer than 25 m. Contact QUALITROL if longer cable runs is required. The screen is
earthed at the TWS FL8 end only. Observe the polarity: dot on linear coupler to + on
TWS FL8.
Figure 4.7 - Fault Occurring on the Line Being Monitored by the TWS FL8
Figure 4.8 shows an out of zone fault again with both the inductive couplers installed at each end
of the line looking into the line. The resulting transients recorded by the TWS FL8 this time have
opposite polarities.
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Mounting Plate 23.2 cm x 26 cm. Mast height 65 cm without antenna adapter fitted.
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Chapter 5
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5.1. Functionality/Service
User has to enable to use this service, when the TWS FL8 device is connected directly to a PC
without a modem. The type of cable to be used for this service is Null Modem with loop back
handshaking.
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5. Select the radio button Connect directly to another computer and click on the Next
button.
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7. Mention any name, say LnT and click on the Next button.
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10. Select Add a shortcut to this connection to my desktop and then click Finish. A
shortcut icon for serial connectivity is created on the desktop of the PC.
11. Now double click on the created shortcut icon. The following wizard is displayed.
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14. From the Maximum speed (bps) drop down list provided, the user has to select the
speed as 38400. (The default baud rate of serial port on the TWS FL8 device is set to
38400).
15. De-select Enable hardware flow control.
16. Click OK to end the below wizard.
17. The PC name is displayed in the User name by default. The user has to enter any
characters.
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User has to use Server IP address (10.38.0.2 in the above mentioned example screen) to access
the TWS FL8 device via PPPD serial link.
PPPD ON MODEM:
User can enable to use this service, when the TWS FL8 device needs to be accessed via modem.
User has to use Standard Modem cable type for this service.
Pre Requisites:
User has to make sure that appropriate modem drivers are installed and the
Note modem is detected by the PC. Please refer to the CD/Manual provided by the
Modem manufacturer for driver installation instructions. Once the drivers are
installed and modem is connected to the PC, user has to follow the below
procedure to verify whether modem is detected or not.
In the PC, go to Start->Control Panel-> Printers and Other Hardware->Phone and Modem
Options.
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Under the Modems tab, the user can observe the installed modems as shown below.
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Ex: In Figure 5.17, the modem detected is Conexant ACF External PnP ..Modem.
Once the pre-requisites are met, the user has to perform the following steps for establishing the
PPPD connection over Modem.
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3. Click Next.
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6. Enter the name of your choice in the Company Name field (in this case, LnT) and click
Next. The following wizard is displayed.
7. User has to enter the phone number (which the user wishes to dial) in the Phone
Number field and click Next.
8. Please refer to the instructions in the wizard for entering the correct number with the
appropriate area code, 0 prefixing, etc.
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9. The user can select either Anyones use or My use and then click Next.
10. Select Add a Shortcut to this connection to my desktop for creating a shortcut to
the dial up connection on the desktop and click Finish. Now, the user will be able to
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see a connection formed with the LnT (in this example) shortcut in the desktop as well
as in the Network connections (in control panel).
11. Now, double click the LnT shortcut on the desktop. The following wizard is displayed.
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12. For setting the Baud rate, the user must click Properties. The following window is
displayed.
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Note If the user wishes to change the number, then edit in the click on Dial column
provided.
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The user has to use the Server IP address (10.38.0.2 in the aforementioned example screen) to
access the TWS FL8 device via PPPD modem link.
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Chapter 6
Configuration
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6. Configuration
This chapter provides instructions to configure the TWS FL8 device and the iQ+ software.
Note This Web page viewing is supported from IE8 version in Compatibility View
Mode.
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FL8 Configuration
The FL8 Trigger Test button is used to generate triggers in FL8 device.
View FL8 Records is used to view the FL records list in the FL8 device, view or delete the
selected record. The View FL8 Records option directs the user to a screen in which the user can
select the line module. Records (last 20, last 500, last 1000 or all) are displayed from those line
modules.
GPS Status
GPS Status is used to view the current GPS status of the device like Current Local time, Number
of satellites and other GPS information.
The System Information and Calibration button is used to calibrate the system and view the
system Information, such as the type of license.
Firmware Upgrade
The Firmware Upgrade page is used to upgrade the firmware of CPU, DSP, FPGA, PIC and MMI
in the device.
Change Password
Change Password is used to change the password for the FL8 Web page.
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The Start Page tab is used to find information about the different tabs available
The Fault Location tab is used to configure the FL parameters of all the eight line modules.
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System Tab
The System tab is used to configure the IP address, DNS setting and the name of the device.
Time Tab
The Time tab is used to configure time related configurations, such as the Time master or slave,
time source, Time master IP address, etc.
Serial Tab
The Serial tab is used to configure Serial Port, Modem and Serial PPP related configurations.
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For all the line modules, the following configurations are applicable:
Line Module Name: Specifies the name of the individual line module.
Trigger Threshold: Specifies the trigger threshold level which will trigger the line module if the
input signal exceeds this configured value.
Channel Gain: Used to adjust the ADC input level to a constant value irrespective of the input
applied. The full scale deviation (FSD) input to the FL card is in the range of 50uA to 2mA & to
match this input range to the FSD value at the ADC input, the gain needs to be adjusted based on
the FSD input. This is called variable gain adjustment. The user has to configure the gain value in
percentage in IQ+ based on FSD input.
Trigger Lockout:
Digital Inputs:
Channel: Specifies the digital input number.
Each line module can support two digital inputs.
Name: Naming convention used for the digital inputs which is user configurable.
Normal State: Specifies the normal state of the digital input which can be configured
either as low or high.
Normal State Label: User configurable digital input label name for normal state.
Alarm State Label: User configurable digital input label name for alarm state.
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DHCP Disable
Figure 6.4 System Tab of System Configuration Web Page with DHCP Disable Configuration
When the DHCP status is DISABLED for any Ethernet interface, the IP Address, Gateway IP,
and Netmask IP need to be entered manually by the user.
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DHCP Client
Figure 6.5 System Tab of System Configuration Web Page with DHCP Client Configuration
When the DHCP status is CLIENT for any Ethernet interface, the IP Address, Gateway IP, and
Netmask IP are assigned dynamically by the DHCP server. As a result, the user entry for the IP
Address, Gateway IP, and Netmask IP will be restricted.
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DHCP Server
Figure 6.6 System Tab of System Configuration Web Page with DHCP Server Configuration
When the DHCP status is SERVER for any Ethernet interface, TWS FL8 assigns IP addresses
for the other DHCP clients in the network. The IP configuration for the TWS FL8 is done by the
user.
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Network Services
Figure 6.7 System Tab of System Configuration Web Page with Network Services
Devices can be accessed using putty via the network services, which are enabled in the above
screen.
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This screen enables the user to select the time source connected to TWS FL8. In the TIME
MASTER mode, all the Time Slave configurations are disabled.
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In the TIME SLAVE mode, all the Time Slave configurations are enabled.
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When View FL8 Records is clicked on the home page, the following screen is displayed. This
screen helps the user to filter the line modules and number of records for which the user wants to
view the record list.
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This screen is used to view the FL records in the line modules and number of records as selected
in the Record View Selection screen.
Once the records are listed, the user can view and delete the record from any line module.
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Figure 6.13 FL Records List (Record Selection, Record View Selection, Delete Record)
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Note The feeder name in the FL records list will always match the line module
name in the record selection.
Note Time axis labeling on the record viewer page will be different on the large
scale and detailed views.
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This page is used to view the GPS Status and the Current Local time.
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This page is used to change the TWS FL8 Web page password.
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2. To create a new device, right click All Devices as shown in the following figure:
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Line Module Name: Specifies the name of the individual line module.
Sampling Frequency: Used to select the sampling frequency.
Trigger Threshold: Specifies the threshold level which will trigger the line module if the
input signal exceeds the configured one.
Channel Gain: Used to adjust the ADC input level to a constant value irrespective of
the input applied. The full scale deviation (FSD) input to the FL card is in the range of
50uA to 2mA, and to match this input range to the FSD value at the ADC input, the
gain needs to be adjusted based on the FSD input. This is called variable gain
adjustment. The user has to configure the gain value in percentage in IQ+ based on
FSD input.
Trigger Lockout:
o Trigger Rate: Used to configure line module lockout triggers.
o Duration: Used to configure the lockout duration.
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A line module will be locked out if too many triggers are received in a defined time
period. The parameters will be the rate (selectable from 30 to 120 triggers per minute
in steps of 10) and the duration (selectable from 1 to 5 minutes in steps of 1 minute).
Digital Inputs:
o Channel: Specifies the digital input number.
Each line module can support two digital inputs.
o Name: Naming convention used for the digital inputs which is user
configurable.
o Normal State: Specifies the normal state of the digital input which can be
configured either as low or high.
o Normal State Label: User configurable digital input label name for normal
state.
o Alarm State Label: User configurable digital input label name for alarm state.
After entering the values, click Send to Device for the configured values to have
effect.
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FL Manual Trigger
The FL Manual Trigger is used to generate manual triggers for individual line modules.
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Select the line modules for which you want to trigger the manual trigger and click OK.
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FL Diagnostic Trigger
The FL Diagnostic Trigger is used to generate triggers on all line modules at one time which are
mainly used to test the hardware circuitry. A single diagnostic trigger will generate two records on
each line module.
1. The user needs to refer to iQ+ Help for detailed procedures to configure TWS FL8 for
Fault Location measurements.
TWS FL8 must be configured for all required parameters including the device name
and substation name through navigation across all subfields of the overview tree
structure as described in the following sections.
2. After modifying the configuration, the user can save it in the database or save and send
the configuration to the device by clicking the following buttons:
Save to Database: To convert the configuration to XML file and send it to the server;
the file is saved in the database.
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Send To Device: To convert the configuration to XML and send it to the server. The
file is saved in the database and also sent to the TWS FL8 device for measurements.
6.2.2. Communications
Through Modem: To communicate using modem, port RS232-2 must be configured for the
internal or external modem (the user needs to select the Modem Type). RS232-2 is the
configuration editor for the TWS FL8 device in iQ+. If the user selects the Modem Type as None,
then the modem service will not run in TWS FL8.
Through Serial Ports: To communicate using serial ports, the user must configure the hardware
settings for the respective port.
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Maintenance
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7. Maintenance
7.1. Calibration
TWS FL8 is shipped after calibration. However, if the user changes or exchanges the FL daughter
board, then the device should be re-calibrated as per the following procedure.
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3. Select the line modules that need to be calibrated and click Continue.
The calibration command is sent to the device after a delay of 10 seconds. The delay is
introduced by the GUI to allow the device to settle with the specified input. During offset
calibration, the device enters the Calibration mode in which all line modules are disabled.
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Once the calibration is done the offset value is published on the Webpage.
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7.2.1. Storage
Keep the original packaging intact. It might be required at a later stage for transport.
Store the device in a dry room; maintain a temperature range of -30C to +70 C and a
maximum humidity of 95 %.
Keep the User Manual supplied with the device for future reference.
Protect the device against direct sunlight, heat, moisture, and mechanical impacts.
If the unit has a battery, switch off the battery by using the switch that is available on
the UPS board during storage. Refer to Appendix E for more information.
7.2.2. Transport
Only the original packaging guarantees proper protection against mechanical impacts.
Transport the device only in its original packaging.
Protect the device during transport against heat and moisture; maintain the
temperature range of -30C to +70C and maximum humidity of 95%.
Protect the device against impacts and loads.
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Note The user must set up a phone book entry/dial-up connection on the computer
with the appropriate phone number settings (refer to Appendix A).
7. When TCP-IP communications are properly established between the computer and the
device, open a URL (the default IP is directed to either
<http://192.168.1.11/tabindex.html> when the communication is through RJ45, or to
<http://10.38.0.2/tabindex.html> when the communication is through a modem).
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Remark: It is recommended that the required data is downloaded before using iQ+
software.
Deleting data could take up to 15 minutes. The status of used memory can be seen
on the Diagnostic Information page on "http://device_ip/mfgindex.html". Once it
becomes "1%", we shall proceed with the next step.
<http://192.168.1.11/upgrade.html> (RJ45)
Or
<http://10.38.0.2/upgrade.html> (modem)
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Note The CPU-Kernel should only be sent along with the latest CPU_Application.
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b. After browsing the appropriate file, click the Send button. When the file is sent
successfully, a success message error_string=SUCCESS is displayed.
c. Repeat the previous procedure for all files to be upgraded in the device.
d. Scroll down the Web page and go to the TOGGLE_ALL section, click the respective
check box for which you have browsed and send files to device and then click
ToggleAll. This process will upgrade to all newly sent firmware version executables
or applications to the TWS FL8 device. After clicking ToggleAll, device is
automatically restarted.
e. Wait until the Healthy LED glows on the front panel of the device.
11. Only if necessary, for upgrading CPU-Kernel, click CPU-Kernels Browse button to
locate the ulmage_x.y_with_crc file, and then click the Send button. On receiving the
confirmation that the file is sent successfully, click the Toggle button for the CPU-kernel.
After clicking the Toggle button, device is automatically restarted. Wait until the Healthy
LED glows on the front panel of TWS FL8 device.
Note The user can toggle multiple applications by selecting the respective check
boxes provided in the TOGGLEALL section.
The subsequent pages show the updating processes involved after the device is successfully
upgraded. The user can then check for new versions through the System and Diagnostic
Information pages that are displayed.
If the user is using a modem, then the file transfer rate may be very slow. For example, the
CPU_Application may take up to 1 hour 45 minutes to upload the initrd_wthcrcPx.yz file, which is
at least 17 MB.
After the application file is sent, it needs to be toggled for the new file to take effect. If the person
upgrading the device has left the computer unattended for a long time, then the modem
connection might be dropped because of no activity on the line. The default modem inactive time
is 66 seconds.
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In this situation, the modem connection must be re-established and the Toggle or ToggleAll button
must be invoked in order for the new version to take effect
Note For the purpose of this manual, the URL shown here has a device with the IP
address 192.168.35.242.
When the file has been uploaded and stored into the TWS FL8 device, a success message
error_string=SUCCESS is displayed.
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Note The Firmware versions shown in the Figure 7.13 may have been updated
after this manual is written.
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Click the Diagnostic Information tab and the following page is displayed. Ensure that the FPGA,
and PIC are programmed successfully, and Power Health, PIC, and CPU are working.
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7.4. Troubleshooting
No part of the equipment is serviceable by the user. Always follow the safety
instructions and safety precautions mentioned in SAFETY SUMMARY.
Before attempting to troubleshoot a defective TWS FL8 device, contact Qualitrol
for help at csc@qualitrolcorp.com .
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If any one or all three LEDs (Power healthy, Communication and Clock Sync) on the front panel of
the TWS FL8 device are not working, perform the steps mentioned in the following table for finding
the fault in the device and rectification.
Not all the LEDs are glowing. Power Supply not working
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Shutdown Reset
switch switch
-12V
+5V
DGND
+12V
Figure 7.19 Location of Reset and Shutdown Switches and Supply Voltage Test Points on
the Motherboard
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Appendix A
Technical Specifications
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Communication Ports Four Serial (of these, three are RS232 ports
with male DB-9 connectors, and one is RS485
with 1*5 pin connector.)
Internal PSTN (V.90) modem (optional on
RS232-2)
Two 100 Mb Ethernet ports with RJ45
connectors
Optional Fiber optic Ethernet (on rear port)
Differential (RS485 levels) for 1 PPS for time
synchronization
Fiber optic 1 PPS output (master)/input (slave)
TCP/IP, Modbus, IEC 60870-5, IEC 61850,
Protocols
GSM, GPRS
Environmental Temperature Operating: -5C to 45C (23F to 122F)
Cold start is not possible below 0C (32F)
Storage: -30C to +70C (-22F to +158F)
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EMC Standards
Standards References/Test criteria
IEC 60255-22-6 / IEC 61000-4-6 Tested to IEC 61000-4-6, Tested for 10 V,
Conducted Susceptibility (CS) 150 kHz 80 MHz
Tested on Power-line, RS232 -1, Ethernet
port 1, FL - Analog inputs (V & I), FL - Digital
Inputs, and Relay Outputs.
Passed with : Criteria A
IEC 60255-22-4 / IEC 61000-4-4 & Tested to IEC 61000-4-4, Tested for : 4 kV,
ANSI C37.90.1.2002 Electrical fast 5KHz/100KHz/2.5KHz
transient burst test
Tested on Power-line, RS232-1, Ethernet
port 1, FL - Analog inputs (V & I), FL - Digital
Inputs, Relay outputs.
Passed with : Criteria A
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IEC 60255-22-1 / IEC 61000-4-12 & Tested to IEC 61000-4-12 ,Tested for 2.5
ANSI C37.90.1.2002 Damped kV Common Mode, 1 kV Differential Mode,
oscillatory wave disturbance tests 1MHz
Tested on : Power-line, FL - Digital, FL -
Analog inputs, Relay
Passed with : Criteria A
IEC 61000-4-12 Ring wave test Tested to IEC 61000-4-12, Tested for Level
3,+/- 2 kV Common Mode, 1 kV Differential
Mode, 100KHz
Tested on Power-line, FL - Digital, FL -
Analog inputs, Relay
Passed with : Criteria A
IEC 61000-4-5 Surge test Tested to IEC 61000-4-5 ,Tested for Class
4, I/O 4 KV Common Mode, 2KV Differential
Mode
Tested on Power-line, FL - Digital, FL -
Analog inputs, Relay
Passed with : Criteria A
ENV 50204 Immunity to EMI from Tested to ENV 50204, Tested for level 3, 10
digital radio telephones V/m, @900 MHz +/- 5 MHz, @1890 MHz +/-
10 MHz keyed at frequency 200 Hz +/- 1%,
50% duty cycle [2.5 ms ON 2.5 ms OFF].
Tested on Complete Device
Passed with : Criteria A
IEC 60255-5 Clause 6 Dielectric test Tested to 2.5kV for 1 minute, Tested for 2.5
kV for Power-port, FL - Digital inputs, Relay,
ANSI IEEE C37.90 1989 SWC
and 1 kV for isolated communication ports
dielectric tests
(RS232 & RS485).
No flashover or breakdown occurred.
IEC 60255-5 Clause 7 Insulation test Tested to apply 500 VDC with respect to
Earth.
Tested on Power port, FL - Digital inputs
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IEC 60255-6/EN60255-6 Supply Tested for PSU Tested for DC range 80VDC
voltage limit test to 300VDC
IEC 60068-2-1/EN60068-2-1 Cold tests Tested for Cold Storage -45C (49F) for 96
hours
Cold Operating: -5C (23F) for 16 hours
Tested on Complete Device
IEC 60068-2 Cyclic Temperature Test Tested for Cyclic Temperature test for a 5
cycles. Each cycle has 3 hours for 70
degrees & 3 hours for -5 degree in Power off
Condition
Tested on Complete Device
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Appendix B
TWS FL8 Functions
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Appendix B TWS FL8 Functions
Manual trigger is used to test the basic functionality of the TWS FL8 device.
Record will be formed based on current input status. This can be initiated using iQ+.
FL External Trigger
If there is any fault on the input line a record will be formed on the corresponding line module and
it is identified as external trigger.
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FL Diagnostic Trigger
Diagnostic trigger can be initiated from iQ+ software and is used to test the hardware circuitry.
Initiation of a diagnostic trigger will generate two records in each line module, one for negative
pulse and one for positive pulse.
FL Digital Inputs
FL digital inputs are used to identify the priority of the external trigger occurred. When there is a
digital input transition to alarm state from normal state in a line module soon after the fault trigger
occurrence on the same line module within the configured time window, then that particular record
(as well as log entry) for fault trigger is marked as HIGH priority, else the record is marked as
LOW priority.
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Note The user may be prompted for a password to access this Web page.
3. Select all records by clicking on the individual check boxes and then click the
Delete selected data from system button.
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Rates
Appendix C
Recording Data Rates and Memory
Consumption Rates
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Appendix C Recording Data Rates and Memory Consumption
Rates
The following table lists the data rates and memory consumption rates.
3.5 GB 20 MB 2 MB 256 MB
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Appendix D
License Information
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For the purpose of this manual, the URL shown here has a device with the IP
Note
address 192.168.1.11. Therefore, the URL should be similar to the following
sample URL:
<http://192.168.1.11/mfgindex.html>
On the Web page by default, it displays System Information. The software will prompt the user to
modify the existing license. The instructions in the next section describe how to modify a TWS FL8
license.
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2. On the System Information page, enter the customer ID and order number. This
information is provided by the sales representative.
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7. The license is transferred to the TWS FL8 devices file system and the device restarts.
To return to the main System Information page, refresh the Web page.
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Appendix E
Battery Replacement Procedure
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Appendix F
On-Board LED Functionalities and CPU MMI Modes
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In the 1 CPU mode, the CPU must be connected to the first UART port (refer to legend J1 on MMI
card).
Figure F.2 MMI Card Dip Switch (S1) and First UART Port (J1)
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Appendix G
On-Board Jumper Settings
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Appendix H
Line Modules
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References
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References
For Configuration forms, refer to the document 36-8218-xx.
For details of error log messages/codes and their meanings, refer to the document
40-08576-01.
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