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GE RPV311 User Manual

GE RPV311
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GE
Grid Solutions
RPV311
Distributed Multifunction Fault Recorder
Technical Manual
Platform Hardware Version: C
Platform Software Version: 13
Publication Reference: RPV311-TM-EN-7
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GE RPV311 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandGE
ModelRPV311
CategoryVoice Recorder
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Chapter 1: Introduction

Foreword

Provides a functional and technical description of the RPV311 and instructions for use.

Product Scope

Details the RPV311 and RA33x modules as a distributed solution for Multifunction Digital Recording.

Key Features

Highlights the main features of the RPV311 plus RA33x acquisition modules solution.

Chapter 2: Safety Information

Health and Safety

Information for personnel on safe handling, operation, and emergency procedures.

Electrical Hazards

Details electrical hazards and precautions for personnel involved in installation and servicing.

Standards Compliance

Lists compliance with European directives on EMC and LVD, including product safety and environmental standards.

Chapter 3: Hardware Design

Hardware Architecture

Describes the RPV311 multifunction processing unit and its acquisition system.

Mechanical Implementation

Covers the mechanical aspects and main features of the RPV311 unit.

RA331

Details the key features and components of the RA331 acquisition module.

RA332

Details the key features and components of the RA332 acquisition module.

RA333

Details the key features and components of the RA333 acquisition module.

Chapter 4: Configuration

Accessing the Equipment Configuration

Instructions on how to access and log in to the equipment's web interface for configuration.

Synchronization

Configuration options for time synchronization using IRIG-B or NTP.

Communications

Details on communication interfaces via Ethernet and serial ports.

Access Control

Configuration of user access levels, passwords, and security settings.

Thresholds

Configuration of monitoring thresholds for various electrical quantities.

Fault Recorder

Configuration settings for triggered and continuous fault recording.

Steady-State

Configuration for steady-state recorders including average series, harmonics, and flicker.

Chapter 5: Operation

Local Interface

Details the RPV311's local interface for human-machine interaction.

Monitoring Web Interface

Instructions for accessing and navigating the equipment's monitoring web interface.

Manual Trigger

Allows manual triggering of equipment recordings without exceeding thresholds.

Records

Describes how to access different types of records stored on the RPV311.

Plots

Guides on graphically monitoring circuit and DC channel quantities via the web interface.

Chapter 6: Records

Continuous and Triggered Fault Records

Details on how fault records are created, their recorded values, and timing.

Traveling Wave Fault Records

Information on recording traveling wave data for fault location analysis.

Steady-State Records

Describes the creation of steady-state records like Average Series, Harmonics, and Flicker.

Record Format and Naming, and Mass Storage Capacity

Specifies record file formats, naming conventions, and mass storage capacity.

Chapter 7: TW Fault Locator

TWFL Overview

Provides an overview of the Traveling Wave Fault Location architecture and operation.

Automatic Fault Location

Details the automatic TW fault location capability using RPV Manager software.

K Factor Calculation – Overhead Section

Explains the calculation of the K factor for overhead transmission line sections.

Chapter 8: PMU

Synchrophasor Measurement and Broadcast

Describes synchrophasor measurement and broadcast according to IEEE C37.118.

Accuracy Limits

Details the accuracy limits and Total Vector Error for PMU measurements.

Chapter 9: MODBUS

Description

Provides an overview of MODBUS registers for SCADA integration.

Analog Data

Explains how to manually associate analog data to MODBUS register numbers.

Chapter 10: DNP3

Description

Details DNP3 registers and SCADA integration via Ethernet.

Chapter 11: GOOSE Message Detection

Description

Information about associating digital channels with IEC61850 GOOSE messages.

Chapter 12: Software – RPV Tools

RPV Tools Description

Overview of RPV Tools suite for PC applications: Scanner, Config Tool, Fault Locator, GOOSE Configurator.

RPV Tools Installation

Step-by-step guide for installing the RPV Tools applications on a PC.

Scanner

Description of the Scanner tool for sequential record scanning and transfer.

Configuration Tool

Details on creating, sending, and managing equipment configurations offline and online.

TW Fault Locator

Explains the TW Fault Locator tool for analyzing traveling wave signals to locate faults.

Chapter 13: Software – RPV Manager

RPV Manager Main Window

Overview of the RPV Manager's main interface, including system monitor and record display.

Auto Polling

Configuration for automatic download and refreshing of equipment records.

RPV Manager Settings

Details user settings for file management, device configuration, and polling.

Tools Menu

Access to various tools within RPV Manager for alarms, fault location, and record history.

Automatic TW Faul Location

Features automatic TW fault location capability using COMTRADE registers.

Chapter 14: Communications

Communication Interfaces

Details the RPV311's communication interfaces: Ethernet, serial, and optional optical Ethernet.

Electrical and Optical Ethernet

Describes the electrical and optical Ethernet ports for configuration, monitoring, and GOOSE.

Serial Port

Information on the serial communication port for modem connection and record transfer.

Communication Ports and Protocols

Lists communication ports and their associated protocols and uses.

Direct Communication Using the Electrical Ethernet Port

Instructions for local communication via an electrical Ethernet port.

Chapter 15: Installation

Handling the Goods

Covers requirements for receiving, unpacking, and storing the product.

Normal Use of the Equipment

Assures integrity, protection, and user safety during normal equipment operation.

Mounting the Device

Details mechanical installation requirements for the RPV311 and RA33x modules.

Power Supply Connections

Provides guidance on connecting AC or DC power sources within specified limits.

RPV311 AC and DC Power Connection

Shows wiring diagrams and specifications for RPV311 power connections.

Earth Connection

Instructions for connecting the protective earth terminal for EMC compatibility.

Connection Between RPV311 and RA331, RA332 or RA333

Details how to connect acquisition modules to the RPV311 processing unit via fiber-optic links.

Analog Voltage Inputs (50/60 Hz)

Configures analog inputs for voltage measurement on RA331, RA332, and RA333 modules.

High-speed Analog Voltage Inputs (TW)

Describes high-speed analog inputs for Traveling Wave voltage measurement on RA333.

Analog Current Inputs

Configures analog inputs for current measurement on RA331, RA332, and RA333 modules.

Analog DC Transducer Inputs ± 10 V

Details configuration for DC transducer inputs measuring voltage signals.

Analog DC Transducer Inputs ± 20 mA

Details configuration for DC transducer inputs measuring current signals.

Digital Inputs

Information on insulated digital inputs for RA331, RA332, and RA333 modules.

Time Synchronization Inputs

Explains time synchronization using IRIG-B signals for data acquisition.

Chapter 16: Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Maintenance Checks

Guidelines for regular checks to ensure correct operation and integrity of the equipment.

RPV311 Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting common issues with the RPV311 processing module.

RA331, RA332, and RA333 Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting common issues with the RA331, RA332, and RA333 acquisition modules.

Equipment Return

Procedure for returning equipment to Alstom for repair services.

Chapter 17: Technical Specifications

RPV311 Specifications

Technical specifications for the RPV311 unit, including Ethernet and optical ports.

Electrical Ethernet Port

Details of the electrical Ethernet ports for configuration, monitoring, and GOOSE.

Power Supply

Specifies the power supply requirements and ranges for the RPV311.

Type Tests RPV311

Lists EMC tests performed according to IEC 60255-26 standards.

Safety Tests

Details safety tests performed according to IEC 61010-1 and IEC 60255-5.

Analog Acquisition (50/60 Hz)

Technical specifications for analog acquisition at 50/60 Hz.

Voltage Inputs

Specifications for voltage inputs, including nominal voltage and accuracy.

Current Inputs

Specifications for current inputs, including nominal current and accuracy.

DC Transducer Inputs

Specifications for DC transducer inputs for voltage and current measurements.

Chapter 18: Wiring Diagrams

Connection Diagrams of the Voltage Inputs

Illustrates various voltage signal connection diagrams for 3-phase circuits.

Connection Diagrams of the TW Inputs

Shows connection diagrams for one 3-phase circuit (phases A, B, and C) for TW inputs.

Connection Diagrams of the Current Inputs

Illustrates different current signal connection diagrams for 3-phase circuits.

Appendix A: Equipment Log

Equipment Log

Contains information on threshold violations, triggers, data recording, and alarms.

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