PDi WaveStar User Manual

WaveStar
®
Color Monitor
Setup and Operation
Ctrl Nr: PM375103
Revision: 003

PDi WaveStar Specifications

General

Aspect Ratio	16:9
Video Inputs	HDMI, VGA
Brightness	250 cd/m²
Response Time	5ms
Input Connectors	HDMI, VGA, USB

Summary

Safety and Electrical Precautions

Safe Electrical Work Practices

Follow key safety practices for electrical work, including reading instructions and proper grounding.

Electrical Hazard Warnings

Details severe or fatal injury risks from electrical shock and necessary precautions like lock-out/tag-out procedures.

Introduction to WaveStar Monitor

Monitor Overview and Access

Overview of the 7-inch touchscreen color monitor, its capabilities, power-on, and screen access.

Screen Navigation and Data Entry

Describes screen layout, navigation, and how to input alphanumeric data using the touchscreen keyboard.

Color Monitor Networking

Supported Protocols and Connections

Lists supported protocols, network ports, and connection types like Modbus RTU and Ethernet.

Modbus RTU Port Configuration

Details Modbus RTU ports, 2-wire/4-wire modes, cables, biasing, and termination for reliable communication.

Modbus RTU Cable Specifications

Covers cable specifications for RS485/RS422, including resistance, capacitance, and wiring modes.

Customer Modbus RTU Connections

Describes how Modbus RTU connections are typically made for embedded Color Monitors in PDI products.

PDU Modbus Connections

Details Modbus RTU connections to PDU Contractor Boards.

RPP and JCOMM Modbus Connections

Explains RPP terminal block access and JCOMM panel connections for Modbus RTU.

Modbus Addressing Scheme

Explains Modbus addressing for upstream and downstream segments, including address remapping.

Modbus Commands and Replies

Lists supported Modbus commands like Read Slave ID, Read Multiple Holding Registers, and Write to Single Register.

SNMP Communication Setup

Outlines SNMP setup requirements, including specifying the Trap Server IP address and enabling the trap server.

Setup: Monitor and Network

Miscellaneous Setup Parameters

Covers system parameters like banner name, password, and network addresses, accessed via the SETUP screen.

Touchscreen Calibration Procedure

Explains that calibration is usually done at the factory but provides on-screen instructions if needed.

Device Chain Setup

Guides on setting Modbus device chain parameters, including the number of devices and unique naming.

Upstream Modbus RTU Configuration

Details upstream Modbus settings, including address, baud rate, and parity, which must match the upstream master.

TCP/IP and Modbus TCP/IP Configuration

Explains how to configure TCP/IP parameters like IP address, subnet mask, and gateway for web server access.

SNMP Configuration Settings

Details SNMP setup requirements, including specifying the Trap Server IP address and enabling the trap server.

Loading Configuration from SD Card

Describes how to load configuration parameters from an SD card for initializing multiple monitors.

Viewing Software Versions

Explains how to view software version levels for the Monitor and its devices, and how to enter a model number.

Device Chain: Settings

Initial Device Chain Discovery

Describes how the Monitor searches for devices and lists them with generic names upon initial power-on.

Device Settings Management

Explains that device settings (name, version, configuration) are usually entered by PDI but can be done by administrators.

PDU Device Configuration

Details how to set the NAME and VERSION for PDU devices via the SETTINGS screen.

Enhanced Subfeeds Configuration

Covers settings for BCMS Enhanced Subfeeds (ESF) devices, including naming and number of circuits.

BCMS Normal and KWH Configuration

Describes common settings for BCMS Normal and KWH panelboard devices, including NAME, VERSION, and numbering.

BCMS CB Subfeeds Configuration

Explains how to set the NAME and VERSION for BCMS CB subfeed devices.

BCMS IEC Configuration

Details settings for BCMS IEC panelboard devices, focusing on Device Name and Software Version.

Device Chain: Readings

PDU Device Power Readings

Shows how to access and view power monitoring data for the PDU transformer, both input and output.

Enhanced Subfeeds Readings

Displays power measurements and alarms for high amperage PDU subfeeds, covering instantaneous and cumulative data.

BCMS Normal Panelboard Readings

Explains how to view power monitoring data for BCMS Normal panelboard circuits and totals.

BCMS KWH Readings

Details power measurements (KW, KVA, KVAR, PF) for individual circuits and panelboard totals in BCMS KWH devices.

BCMS CB Subfeeds Readings

Shows current readings for subfeeds in RPPs using BCMS CB points lists.

BCMS IEC Panelboard Readings

Describes how to view panelboard circuit and total measurements for BCMS IEC panelboards.

Alarms and Troubleshooting

Summary Alarm Indicators

Explains the visual indicators for alarms and warnings on the monitor, including counts and status lights.

Alarm Screen and List Navigation

Details how to access the ALARM screen, view the alarm list, and investigate specific alarm sources.

Alarms by Device Type

Lists alarms categorized by device type, including Color Monitor, PDU, and subfeed alarms.

PDU Transformer Alarms

Lists general PDU alarms, including EPO, thermal, and phase rotation issues.

PDU Transformer Input and Output Alarms

Lists specific input and output transformer alarms for PDUs, detailing voltage, current, and frequency issues.

Contractor Board and Subfeed Alarms

Covers alarms for contractor boards and enhanced subfeeds, including building, digital, and current-related issues.

BCMS Panelboard Alarms

Lists typical circuit and panelboard alarms for BCMS devices, such as over/under current and voltage.

General Troubleshooting Guide

Provides remedies for common issues like touch screen unresponsiveness, monitor hangs, or lack of power.

Web Pages Interface

Accessing Web Pages

Describes accessing the web interface via IP address and the function of the Home page buttons.

Device Chain and Details Views

Shows the web page displaying devices in the Monitor's chain and the display device details page.

PDU Board Monitoring

Details the web page for the PDU M4G acquisition board, showing input/output data and alarms.

Enhanced Subfeeds Monitoring

Presents data from BCMS ESF devices, including subfeed circuit load, voltages, and digital alarms.

Glossary

Bibliography

Appendix: Color Monitor Backpanel