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Ametek UPLC-II User Manual

Ametek UPLC-II
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UPLC-II
Universal Power-Line Carrier
System Manual
CU44-VER07
AMETEK Power Instruments
4050 N.W. 121st Avenue
Coral Springs, FL 33065
1–800–785–7274
+1-954-344-9822
www.ametekpower.com
January 2016
THE BRIGHT STAR IN UTILITY COMMUNICATIONS

Table of Contents

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Ametek UPLC-II Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandAmetek
ModelUPLC-II
CategoryControl Unit
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Chapter 1: Ordering Information

UPLC-II™ Catalog Number Digits Explanation

Explains the meaning of each digit in the UPLC-II™ catalog number for configuration.

Chapter 2: Product Description

2.1 Specifications

Details the basic transmit/receive specifications, frequency range, output power, and sensitivity.

2.4 UPLC-II™ Modules

Lists the standard and optional printed circuit boards (modules) that make up the UPLC-II™ system.

2.5 UPLC-II™ Functional Description

Explains the operational modes (ON/OFF, FSK) and key functionalities of the UPLC-II™ system.

Chapter 3: Applications

3.1 ON/OFF Mode Protective Relay Applications

Describes how the UPLC-II™ is used in ON/OFF mode for various protective relaying systems.

3.5 FSK Mode Protective Relay Applications

Details the applications of the UPLC-II™ in FSK mode for protective relaying systems.

3.6 Direct Transfer-Trip (DTT) Systems

Explains the application of direct transfer-trip systems using the UPLC-II™ for various protection schemes.

3.10 Hybrid Applications

Discusses the types of hybrids and their associated part numbers for UPLC-II™ applications.

Chapter 4: Test Equipment

Recommended Test Equipment

Lists the essential equipment required for testing, servicing, and verifying the UPLC-II™ unit.

4.1 Periodic Checks & Trouble Detection

Outlines periodic checks and guides for detecting and troubleshooting UPLC-II™ issues.

4.4 Transceiver NOVRAM Battery

Details the replacement procedure for the NOVRAM battery on the Transceiver board.

Chapter 5: Installation/Commissioning Procedure

Quick Installation Guide

A concise step-by-step guide for physically mounting and initially configuring the UPLC-II™ unit.

5.1 Introduction & Safety Precautions

Introduces the UPLC-II™ and highlights critical safety precautions for installation.

5.4 PC Setup for Communication

Details PC setup for Ethernet/RS-232 communication and the UPLC-II™ login procedure.

5.6 Making/Saving Settings & 5.7 Settings Pages

Explains how to load, save, modify, and navigate UPLC-II™ settings via web pages.

5.8 Calibration

Guides the user through the process of calibrating the transmitter and receiver levels of the UPLC-II™.

Chapter 6: Testing Facilities

ON/OFF Mode Automatic Checkback (CB) Feature

Describes the automatic checkback test capability for verifying Transmitter and Receiver functionality.

6.2 Checkback (CB) Settings

Details the configuration parameters for performing checkback tests on the UPLC-II™.

FSK Mode Trip Test Feature

Explains the optional trip test feature for FSK modes to test system functionality.

Chapter 7: Communication Protocols

7.1 DNP 3 Configuration

Covers the configuration steps for establishing DNP 3 communication with the UPLC-II™.

7.5 IEC 61850 Protocol

Details the use of the UPLC-II™ with the IEC 61850 standard for substation communications.

Appendix A: UPLC-II™ Serial Connection Configuration

Windows XP & Windows 7 Setup

Guides on setting up Windows XP and Windows 7 for serial connection to the UPLC-II™.

Appendix B: Setting Static IP Address

PC Network Configuration

Guides on setting a static IP address on a PC for UPLC-II™ network communication.

Appendix C: XML File Format

Configuration File Modification

Explains the structure and modification of UPLC-II™ configuration files in XML format.

Appendix D: User Management Interface (UMI)

Introduction & Management Services

Introduces the UMI and available web services for managing UPLC-II™ users and configurations.

User Account Management

Covers creating, verifying, changing passwords, and deleting user accounts.

Appendix E: Sequence of Events (SOE) Listing

Access & Hardware Events

Lists events related to user access, system hardware status, power, and module failures.

System Events in All Modes

Covers system events across different modes, including receiver, transmitter, and checkback functions.

Appendix F: Changing the Cat. No. on a UPLC-II™

Upgrade Process

Outlines the procedure for changing the UPLC-II™ catalog number using a provided key code.

Appendix G: Upgrading the firmware in a UPLC-II™

General Firmware Upgrade Procedure

Provides general instructions and cautions for upgrading the UPLC-II™ firmware.

Upgrade Process

Step-by-step guide for performing the firmware upgrade process for the UPLC-II™.