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1 Functions and characteristics Compact NSX communication Communications modules All Compact NSX devices can be equipped with the communication function via a prewired connection system and a network interface. The interface can be connected directly or via the FDM121 switchboard display unit. Four functional levels can be combined to adapt to all supervision requirements. Four functional levels The Compact NSX can be integrated in a communication environment. Four functional levels can be used separately or combined. Communication of status indications This level is compatible with all Compact NSX circuit breakers, whatever the trip unit, and with all switch-disconnectors. Using the BSCM module, the following information is accessible: b ON/OFF position (O/F) b trip indication (SD) b fault-trip indication (SDE). Communication of commands Also available on all circuit breakers and switch-disconnectors, this level (communicating remote control) can be used to: b open b close b reset. Communication of measurements with Micrologic 5 / 6 A or E This level provides access to all available information: b instantaneous values A, E b demand values E b maximeters/minimeters A, E b energy metering E b demand current and power E b power quality E. Communication of operating assistance with Micrologic 5 / 6 A or E b protection and alarm settings A, E b time-stamped histories A, E b event tables A, E b maintenance indicators A, E. Communication components and connections DB eps 24 V DC DB eps m Connections b Compact NSX is connected to the interface or FDM121 display unit via the internal terminal block for the NSX cord equipped with an RJ45 connector. v cord available in three lengths: 0.35 m, 1.3 m and 3 m. v insulated 1.3 m version for installations > 480 V AC v lengths up to 10 m possible using extensions. b The FDM121 display unit is connected to the interface by a communication cable with RJ45 connectors on both ends. 1 network 2 interface 3 NSX cord 4 Internal terminal block for communication via NSX cord 5 BSCM module 6 Prefabricated wiring 7 Micrologic trip unit 8 FDM121 display 9 RJ45 cable 10 Line terminator (on unused connector if applicable) A-28

2 interface module DB eps Functions This module, required for connection to the network, contains the address (1 to 99) declared by the user via the two dials in front. It automatically adapts (baud rate, parity) to the network in which it is installed. It is equipped with a lock-out switch to enable or disable operations involving writing to Micrologic, i.e. reset, and closing commands, etc. There is a built-in test function to check the connections of the interface module with the Micrologic and FDM121 display unit. Mounting The module is mounted on a DIN rail. A number of modules may be clipped one next to the other. For this, a stacking accessory is available for fast clip-connection of both the link and the 24 V DC supply. The interface module supplies 24 V DC to the corresponding Micrologic, FDM121 display and BSCM module. Module consumption is 60 ma / 24 V DC. 1 Five-point and 24 V DC connector 2 Two address dials (1 to 99) 3 4 Lock-out to disable writing to the NSX 5 Test LED 6 Test button 7 Two connectors for RJ45 cable DB eps interface module. DB eps BSCM module Functions The optional BSCM Breaker Status & Control Module is used to acquire device status indications and control the communicating remote-control function. It includes a memory used to manage the maintenance indicators. Status indications Indication of device status: O/F, SD and SDE. Maintenance indicators The BSCM module manages the following indicators: b mechanical operation counter b electrical operation counter b history of status indications. It is possible to assign an alarm to the operation counters. Controls The module can be used to carry out communicating remote control operations: (open, close and reset) in different modes (manual, auto). Mounting The BSCM module can be installed on all Compact NSX circuit breakers and switch-disconnectors. It simply clips into the auxiliary contact slots. It occupies the slots of one O/F contact and one SDE contact. The BSCM is supplied with 24 V DC power automatically via the NSX cord when the communication system is installed. DB eps BSCM module. Mounting with stacking accessory. A-29

Functions and characteristics Compact NSX communication Networks and software Compact NSX uses the communication protocol, compatible

is the most widely used communication protocol in industrial networks. It operates in master-slave mode.

Masterpact, Compact NSX, PowerLogic and Sepam products all operate with this protocol.

Depending on the data monitored and the desired refresh rate, a network connected to a gateway can serve 4 to 16 devices.

3 Functions and characteristics Compact NSX communication Networks and software Compact NSX uses the communication protocol, compatible with ION-Enterprise PowerLogic supervision system. Also available Micrologic utilities RSU and RCU. is the most widely used communication protocol in industrial networks. It operates in master-slave mode. The devices (slaves) communicate one after the other with a gateway (master). Masterpact, Compact NSX, PowerLogic and Sepam products all operate with this protocol. A network is generally implemented on an LV or MV switchboard scale. Depending on the data monitored and the desired refresh rate, a network connected to a gateway can serve 4 to 16 devices. For larger installations, a number of networks can be connected to an Ethernet network (TCP/IP/ protocol) via their gateways. DB eps Firewall Automatic notification Internet Nomad mode Site Intranet Ethernet (TCP/IP/) EGX100/300 EGX100/300 Consultation RSU RCU Consultation RSU RCU CCM FDM121 FDM121 FDM121 Masterpact Compact NS630b Compact NSX Sepam PowerLogic Ethernet (TCP/IP/) ULP A-30

Micrologic utilities b Two utilities, RSU and RCU, presented on the next page, are available to assist in starting up a communicating installation.

b The "Live update" function enables immediate updating to obtain the most recent upgrades. These easy-to-use utilities include starting assistance and on-line help.

4 Micrologic utilities b Two utilities, RSU and RCU, presented on the next page, are available to assist in starting up a communicating installation. Intended for Compact NSX and Masterpact, the software can be downloaded from the Schneider Electric internet site. b The "Live update" function enables immediate updating to obtain the most recent upgrades. These easy-to-use utilities include starting assistance and on-line help. They are compatible with Microsoft Windows 2000, XP and Vista. DB eps DB eps RCU mini-supervision screen for current measurements. Gateway The gateway has two functions: b access to the company intranet (Ethernet) by converting frames to the TCP/IP/ protocol b optional web-page server for the information from the devices. Examples include EGX300 and EGX100. PE86181r-25.eps EGX300. A-31

Functions and characteristics Compact NSX communication RSU and RCU utilities DB118724R.eps DB118725R.eps DB118723R.

They can be downloaded from the Schneider Electric internet site and include a "Live update" function that enables immediate updating. RSU: Micrologic Remote Setting Utility.

After connection to the network and entry of the circuit-breaker address, the software automatically detects the type of trip unit installed. There are two possible operating modes.

5 Functions and characteristics Compact NSX communication RSU and RCU utilities DB118724R.eps DB118725R.eps DB118723R.eps Two utilities, RSU and RCU, are available to assist in starting up a communicating installation. They can be downloaded from the Schneider Electric internet site and include a "Live update" function that enables immediate updating. RSU: Micrologic Remote Setting Utility. RCU: Remote Control Utility for communication tests. RSU (Remote Setting Utility) This utility is used to set the protection functions and alarms for each Masterpact and Compact NSX device. After connection to the network and entry of the circuit-breaker address, the software automatically detects the type of trip unit installed. There are two possible operating modes. Off-line with the software disconnected from the communication network For each selected circuit breaker, the user can do the following. Determine the protection settings The settings are carried out on a screen that shows the front of the trip unit. The Micrologic setting dials, keypad and screen are simulated for easy use of all Micrologic setting functions. Save and duplicate the protection settings also be duplicated and used as the basis for programming another circuit breaker. On-line with the software connected to the network Similarly, for each selected circuit breaker, the user can do the following. Display the current settings The software displays the trip unit and provides access to all settings. View the corresponding protection curves A graphic curve module in the software displays the protection curve corresponding studies. Modify settings in a secure manner b There are different levels of security: v password: by default, it is the same for all devices, but can be differentiated for each device v locking of the interface module which must be unlocked before the corresponding device can be set remotely v maximum settings limited by the positions of the two dials on the trip unit. These dials, set by the user, determine the maximum settings that can be made via the communication system. b v either direct, on-line setting of the protection settings on the screen v or by loading the settings prepared in off-line mode. This is possible only if the positions of the dials allow the new settings. All manual settings made subsequently on the device have priority. Program alarms b Up to 12 alarms can be linked to measurements or events. b v Micrologic 5: overload (Ir) v Micrologic 6: overload (Ir) and ground fault (Ig) b thresholds, priorities and time delays can be set for 10 other alarms. They may be selected from a list of 91 alarms Set the outputs of the SDx relays assign different signals to the 2 outputs of the SDx relay. RCU (Remote Control Utility) The RCU utility can be used to test communication for all the devices connected to the network. It is designed for use with Compact NSX, Masterpact, Advantys OTB and Power Meter devices. It offers a number of functions. Mini supervisor b Display of I, U, f, P, E and THD measurements for each device, via navigation. b Display of ON/OFF status. Open and close commands for each device When all functions have been tested, this utility is replaced by the supervision software selected for the installation. A-32

6 Supervision software DB eps Schneider Electric electrical installation supervision, management and expert system software integrates Types of software Compact NSX, Compact and Masterpact communication functions are designed to interface with software dedicated to electrical installations: b switchboard supervision b electrical installation supervision b power system management: electrical engineering expert systems b process control b SCADA (Supervisory Control & Data Acquisition), EMS (Enterprise Management System) or BMS (Building Management System) type software. Integration of Compact NSX Compact NSX devices are integrated via interface modules connected via FDM121 display units or NSX cords. by ULP (Universal Logic Plug) symbols. The connection points on compatible modules are marked in the same manner. PE86181r-25.eps PB104807_68.eps Connection symbol for Compact NSX compatible modules. EGX300. ION.E software screen. Schneider Electric solutions Electrical switchboard supervision via EGX300 Web servers A simple solution for customers who want to consult the main electrical parameters of switchboard devices without dedicated software. Up to 16 switchboard devices are connected via interfaces to EGX300 Ethernet gateway integrating the functions of a web page server. The embedded they provide is updated in real time. The Web pages can be consulted using a standard Web browser on a PC connected of alarms and threshold overruns is possible via or SMS (Short Message Service). ION.E electrical engineering expert system software PowerLogic ION.E is a family of web-enabled software products for high-end power-monitoring applications. It is designed for large power systems. SMS products offer detailed analysis of electrical events, long-duration data logging and extensive, economical report-building capabilities (e.g. consumption monitoring and tariff management). A wide variety of screens can be displayed in real time, including more than 50 tables, analogue meters, bargraphs, alarms logs with links to display waveforms and Other software Compact, Masterpact and Compact NSX devices can forward their measurement and operating information to special software integrating the electrical installation and other technical facilities: b SCADA process control software: Vijeo CITECT b BMS Building Management System software: Vista. Please consult us. A-33

Compact NSX communication

Functions and characteristics Compact NSX communication Communications modules All Compact NSX devices can be equipped with the communication function via a prewired connection system and a Modbus network