NOJA-565-07

RC10
User Manual
SCADA Interface Description
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Revision History
Rev Author Date Comment
1 BOS 30-03-12 First release of RC10 SCADA Interface Description Manual.

2 BOS 31-05-12 Added DNP over IP settings.

3 OA/AW 18-11-13 RJ45 port, External Load Power, Typical current draw on RF
output, High Power Accessory, Example for USB-WiFi adaptor,
procedure for remote connection, DNP3 connection management.

4 OA 16-01-14 Reference to High Power Radio Supply Kit

5 OA 27-02-14 Updated section on DNP3 Interface management.

6 OA 08-04-2014 Updated screen shots – removed USBC2

7 OA 14-08-2014 Added example for TP-Link Wi-Fi Router

Source: S:\Marketing-500\User Manuals\SCADA Protocols \Original Documents\NOJA-565-06 RC10 SCADA

Interface Description.doc

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Table Of Contents

1 Introduction .................................................................................................................... 1
2 Communication Ports ..................................................................................................... 2
2.1 RS-232 Port ............................................................................................................ 2
2.2 USB Communications Ports .................................................................................... 3
2.3 Ethernet Communications Port ................................................................................ 4
3 Monitoring Communications Ports through the RC10 ..................................................... 5
3.1 RS232 ..................................................................................................................... 5
3.2 Ethernet Port ........................................................................................................... 6
4 Configuring a remote connection from CMS to RC10 ..................................................... 7
4.1 Introduction ............................................................................................................. 7
4.2 Procedure ............................................................................................................... 7
5 Port Configuration Settings............................................................................................14
5.1 Serial Device Configuration ....................................................................................14
5.2 Serial Radio Configuration......................................................................................16
5.3 Serial Modem Configuration ...................................................................................17
5.4 Dial Out Configuration ............................................................................................18
5.5 Dialling Characters .................................................................................................19
5.6 GPRS Modem Configuration ..................................................................................19
5.7 LAN Configuration ..................................................................................................21
5.8 WLAN Configuration...............................................................................................22
6 External Communications Equipment ............................................................................24
6.1 External Load Power ..............................................................................................26
6.2 Typical current draw for Radio Frequency (RF) output ...........................................27
7 Remote Connection Examples ......................................................................................28
7.1 Example Port Configuration for a Wavecom Fasttrack RS232 GSM Modem ..........28
7.1.1 Physical Connections ......................................................................................28
7.1.2 RS-232 Port Settings.......................................................................................28
7.1.3 Modem Dial Out Settings ................................................................................29
7.2 Example Port Configuration for USB to WiFi Adaptor (USB-WiFi-01-S)..................30
7.2.1 Physical Connections ......................................................................................30
7.2.2 USB Port Settings ...........................................................................................30
7.2.3 CMS Protocol Settings ....................................................................................30
7.2.4 Download Settings ..........................................................................................31
7.2.5 Configure connection type on PC ....................................................................31
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7.2.6 Go Online! .......................................................................................................32

7.3 Example Port Configuration for TP-Link Wi-Fi Router.............................................33
7.3.1 Configure the Wireless Router ........................................................................33
7.3.2 Configure Port Settings on RC-10 ...................................................................35
7.3.3 CMS Protocol Settings ....................................................................................35
7.3.4 Download Settings ..........................................................................................35
7.3.5 Accessing Wi-Fi network .................................................................................36
8 DNP3 Protocol Setup ....................................................................................................37
8.1 Activating DNP3 .....................................................................................................37
8.2 DNP3 over IP .........................................................................................................38
8.2.1 IP Settings.......................................................................................................38
8.2.2 TCP Settings ...................................................................................................39
8.2.3 UDP Settings ..................................................................................................39
8.3 DNP3 Interface Management .................................................................................40
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1 Introduction
The OSM recloser is supplied with an RC10 Control Cubicle. The Relay module inside the
RC10 has 3 USB ports, one RS232 port and an Ethernet port (REL-02 only).
Basic port settings can be made directly from the RC10 operator panel. Some advanced
settings, however, can only be configured using NOJA Power’s Configuration and
Management Software (CMS).
This manual describes the wiring interfaces and setup information required to successfully
configure a remote connection from a PC running CMS to the RC10 using one of the above
ports.
The RC10 can also be configured for the IEC or DNP3 protocol. Please refer to the relevant
protocol manuals for details.
Please note that the CMS protocol can be enabled with either DNP3 or IEC also enabled
(using the same port if required) but the IEC protocol and DNP3 protocol cannot be enabled
concurrently.
The USB ports can be used with NOJA Power approved communications accessories only.
The accessories can be used to provide a wide range of port interfaces such as RS485,
Ethernet, GSM and GPRS modems.
This document should be read in conjunction with the user manual supplied with the
automatic circuit recloser and the relevant protocol definition document. Protocol documents
are available from NOJA Power on request. A reasonable level of SCADA interface
knowledge is required.

SIM Connection Ethernet Port

SIM Connection

I/O Module Connection

Panel (RS232P)

Panel USB(CMS)

USBA USBC IN1 IN2 IN3

RS2332
USBB
SCADA Port
Relay Running
Flashing LED

Note: The Ethernet Port is only available for REL-02.

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2 Communication Ports
2.1 RS-232 Port
An RS232 port is available on the Relay Module for connection to a Remote Terminal Unit
(RTU).
The RS232 port should not be connected directly to cables that exit the cubicle. At least 3kV
of isolation and 1kW of surge protection must be used if connecting to external equipment.

Basic port settings can be set from the Panel as shown below. Advanced port configuration
is only available via a PC running the CMS as described later in this document.

Panel Navigation
[Turn Panel ON]  [SYSTEM STATUS]  [Press ESC] 
 PORT SETTINGS
[MAIN MENU]
►RS232◄ USBA USBB USBC LAN RS232P
 [Systems Settings]
 [Port Settings] Connection Type Modem
 [RS232]  Device Mode Local
Baud Rate 19200
Duplex Type Half
Parity None

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2.2 USB Communications Ports

Three USB ports are located on the Relay – USB A, USB B and USB C. Equipment with
USB serial ports can be directly connected. These can be used to connect many types of
communications equipment.
Other interfaces such as Serial, Wi-fi and TCP/IP can be supported using approved1 USB
adaptors.
The USB ports should not be connected to cables that exit the cubicle.
The USB ports have power overload protection. Advanced port configuration is only
available via a PC running CMS as described later in this document.

Note 1: Only NOJA Power approved USB devices should be connected to these ports.

Panel Navigation
[Turn Panel ON]  [SYSTEM STATUS]  [Press ESC] 

PORT SETTINGS
[MAIN MENU]
 [System Settings] RS232 ►USBA◄ USBB USBC LAN RS232P
 [Port Settings]
 [USBA]  Connection Type Disabled
Device Mode Local

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2.3 Ethernet Communications Port

The Relay, REL-02, has an RJ45 Ethernet port. This is used to connect directly to Ethernet
enabled communications equipment.
Basic port settings can be set from the Panel. Advanced port configuration will be available
via a PC running the CMS software (currently being developed).
Any Ethernet cabling entering the cubicle must be isolated. Fibre optic cable is
recommended. Where cabling exits the RC cubicle, it must be isolated with surge protection.
It should also be fitted with an appropriate RFI ferrite filter, located as close as possible to the
(inside) floor of the cubicle. The cable shield must be earthed at the customer end (not
cubicle).
Note: Older REL-01 relay modules do not have an RJ45 Ethernet port available. In this case a NOJA approved
USB to Ethernet converter can be used instead.

Specifications

Ethernet Type: 10/100 Base-T Compatible

LED Meanings: Left (Orange) = Link, Right (Green) = Activity

Ethernet Cable not exiting the cubicle: Cat5, Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP). Maximum Length=1m

Ethernet Cable exiting the cubicle: Cat6, Screened Foiled Twisted Pair (S/FTP). Maximum Length=90m
after Surge Arrestor.

Note: Ethernet surge protection (NOJA P/N: USB-EthernetSurge-01) must be supplied for all connections
outside the cubicle.

Panel Navigation
[Turn Panel ON]  [SYSTEM STATUS]  [Press ESC] 
Port Settings

[MAIN MENU] RS232 USBA USBB USBC ►LAN◄ RS232P
 [Systems Settings]
Detected Type LAN
 [Port Settings] Device Mode Remote
[LAN]  Obtain IP Automatically No
IP Address 192.168.1.150
Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0
Default Gateway 192.168.1.1

Port Settings
Factory
Title Designation Range Resolution
Default
Detected Type Detected Type Disabled/LAN NA Disabled
Device Mode Device Mode Local/Remote NA Remote
Obtain IP Obtain IP Yes/No NA No
Automatically Automatically
IP Address IP Address Enter an IP address for the NA No
RC10 cubicle.
Subnet Mask Subnet Mask Enter a subnet mask. NA No
Default Gateway Default Gateway Enter a default gateway. NA No
Note: REL-01 models will not show the LAN port configuration or status option.

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3 Monitoring Communications Ports through the RC10

A port monitoring screen can be viewed on the Panel under System Status:
A communications port monitoring screen can be viewed on the Panel under System Status:

3.1 RS232
Panel Navigation
COMMUNICATIONS PORT STATUS
[Turn Panel ON]  [SYSTEM STATUS]
 <RS232> USBA USBB LAN RS232P
 [Communications Ports]
 [Communications Port Status] Detected Type Serial
 [RS232] Configured Type Serial Direct
Device Mode Remote

Serial Pins:
DTR: High DSR: Low CD: Ignore
RTS: High CTS: Ignore RI: Low

Connection State: Disconnected

Bytes Received: 123456
Bytes Transmitted: 456
Test Off
Hangup

This screen can be used to monitor the pin status, connection status, amount of packets
received and transmitted, hangup the connection and conduct tests.

Item Description Range

DTR, RTS, CD, Port Pins High/Low/Ignore
DSR, CTS, RI
Connection State Displays port connection status Disconnected
Connected
Bytes Received Displays amount of packets received. Count can be 0 - 65535
reset to zero by pressing enter.

Bytes Transmitted Displays amount of packets transmitted. Count can 0 - 65535

be reset to zero by pressing enter.

Hangup Hangs up the modem. N/A

Test Sends ASCII String “NOJA” out port. Message Off
continues to send until turned off.
On

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3.2 Ethernet Port

Panel Navigation
[Turn Panel ON]  [SYSTEM STATUS] COMMUNICATION PORT STATUS
 [Communication Ports]
RS232 USBA USBB USBC ►LAN◄ RS232P
[LAN]
Detected Type LAN
Configured Type LAN
Device Mode Remote

Obtain IP Automatically No
IP Address 192.168.1.150
Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0
Default Gateway 192.168.1.1
MAC E0:A1:98:01:01:15

TX RX
Packets 930 929450
Errors 0 163

This screen is used to monitor the number of packets sent and received and any errors.

SCADA counters
The SCADA counters record data which can assist with commissioning and testing
communications links.
A separate page is provided for each available protocol. The data displayed depends on
which protocol is displayed.

Panel Navigation
[Turn Panel ON]  [SYSTEM STATUS]  [Press ESC]

SCADA COUNTERS
[MAIN MENU]
 [COUNTERS]  Call Dropouts 0
 [SCADA Counters]  Calls Failed 0
Tx Frames 32
Rx Frames 56
Length Errors 0
CRC Errors 0
C1 Buffer 12
C2 Buffer 0
C3 Buffer 0

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4 Configuring a remote connection from CMS to RC10

4.1 Introduction
A PC running the CMS software package can be connected to the RC10 remotely through
serial modems or Ethernet connections. The panel USB port on the RC10 is not affected and
will still work as normal. Only one CMS session can be connected at a time.
The configuration process includes:
1) Choosing the communications equipment
2) Configure communication channel and CMS protocol on the RC-10
3) Downloading Offline Settings to the RC-10
4) Configuring the connection type on the PC
5) Go Online!

4.2 Procedure
The following steps outline the procedure for configuring a remote connection from a PC
running CMS to the RC10.
1) Choose Communication Equipment
The communications equipment can connect through the RS232 serial port, USB
ports or the LAN port.
If connecting through the USB port, the equipment must be connected through a
NOJA Power approved USB device. NOJA Power supports the following approved
USB equipment:
 USB RS232 (can be used if the RS232 port is already in use)
 USB RS485
 USB GSM/GPRS Modem
 USB Ethernet port (used to connect to routers)
 USB Wireless Ethernet (used to connect to wireless routers).

2) Configure communication channel and CMS protocol on the RC-10

a) Connect the Communication Equipment to the RC-10.

b) Run CMS on the PC. Ensure the device manager is displayed.

c) Connect the PC to the RC10 using a USB cable plugged into the panel USB port
on the front of the RC10.

d) If the device has already been created the Connection Status will change to
“Plugged In”. Otherwise the device will appear in the “Other Connected Devices”
list at the bottom of the screen. Right click on the device and click “Add as New
Device”. Change Name, Description and Communication as required.

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e) Open the Device by double clicking on it.

f) Go to Offline Settings -> COMMS.

Note: If the Offline Settings toolbar does not appear click the Offline Settings button again.

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g) Select the communication channel and configure as required for the

communication equipment used. Refer to Section 4 for Port Configuration
Settings.

h) Save changes by clicking on the disk icon in the top left hand corner. Note that
for all screens, this will be greyed out if changes have already been saved.

i) Once the communication channel is configured, you must assign the CMS
Protocol. Go to Offline Settings -> Protocol Settings and then go to the CMS
tab.

Note: The dial out function is greyed out in RC10 relay firmware versions up to 1.2.0. Later
releases have this functionality added and is available by a firmware upgrade.

j) Tick the “Enable Port 2” box, and select the communication channel for Port 2
(where the communication equipment is connected to the RC-10).

Note: Two ports are available for the CMS protocol. Port 1 is used for direct connections to
the RC-10 (using the Panel USB port) and Port 2 is used to communicate remotely to the RC-
10.

k) Save the changed settings. You are now ready to download the communication
settings to the RC10.

3) Download Offline Settings

Once the communication channel and protocol settings have been configured, these
settings can be downloaded to the RC-10.

a) Ensure the PC is still connected to the USB panel port on the RC-10.

b) Go to Online - > Connection - > COMMS Configuration and ensure USB Direct
is selected for the connection.
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c) To download the communication settings, open the correct device from the Device
Manager and Go Online by clicking Online - > Connection - > Go Online.

d) Once you are online, click the Download Settings button.

e) On the download screen, ensure that the Download button is highlighted and that
the COMMS and Protocol Settings are selected as shown below (DO NOT tick
any other boxes unless those settings need to be downloaded too and are
accurate for that particular RC10).

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f) Click the download button on the right.

The downloaded settings are recorded in the table below with a timestamp of the date
and time they were downloaded.

4) Configure Connection Type on PC

Once the communication and protocol settings have been downloaded to the RC10,
the PC can be configured to communicate remotely to the RC10.

a) Disconnect the USB cable from the PC to the RC10 panel USB.

b) Connect a modem, or an Ethernet connection to the PC, depending on the type of

communications equipment used at the RC10 cubicle.

c) Go to Online menu - > Connection - > Comms Configuration.

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d) Change the connection method from USB Direct in the drop down box to Modem
or Ethernet.
For a modem connection, select the Modem Settings tab and select the COM Port,
Baud Rate and Phone Number to be used by CMS when dialling the remote RC10
cubicle.
For an Ethernet connection, enter the IP address and TCP Port number used for the
Ethernet port equipment installed in the remote RC10 cubicle.

The Protocol and Server boxes at the top of the screen should be left as they are.

The Poll Configuration tab sets how often CMS will ask for Device Status and Field
Readings changes.

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Device Status Poll

The Device status poll checks the current state of the recloser position and protection
elements. The default setting is normally suitable for all connection types.
Field Readings Poll
The Field Readings poll asks for the latest changes to the System Status, Event Log,
Change Log, Close Open Log, Load Profile, Counters and Comms Status logs. If the
log files are large, it can take a while to download them over a slow modem
connection. This may cause Device Status updates to slow down. If this is the case,
lengthen the Field Readings poll time to about 60 seconds.
Download latest Field Readings
Tick the box at the bottom if you wish to download the latest Field Readings logs
when going Offline.

e) Save the settings.

Go Online!
Once the settings on the RC-10 and PC have been configured you should be able to access
the RC10 remotely.
a) Ensure the communication equipment on the RC-10 and PC is connected and turned
on.
b) Go to the Connection toolbar and click the Go Online button.
For all operations available remotely through CMS refer to the CMS Help File.

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5 Port Configuration Settings

All port settings can be configured using CMS (with the exception of the LAN port which is
currently being developed in CMS).
Refer to the previous section and the CMS help file for steps required to establish a remote
connection.

5.1 Serial Device Configuration

Select a connection type. Serial Modem and Serial Radio connection types will display
additional configuration items.

To see the advanced settings for the connection type, click the Show Advanced Settings
button.
The following settings can be modified:
Item Description Range
If this box is ticked, the user connecting through this port will
be a Remote user. Remote Mode
(ticked)
Remote Mode
If the box is unticked the user connecting through this port will
be a Local user. Local Mode
(unticked)

300, 600, 1200,

2400, 4800, 9600,
Baud Rate Port communication speed in bits per second.
19200. 38400,
57600, 115200.
Duplex Type Half or full duplex communication. Half, Full.
Parity Sets the parity method. None, Even, Odd.

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Item Description Range

Advanced Settings
In Flow Control mode, RTS/CTS is used for hardware flow
control. An RTS high signal indicates ready to send data, low
signal indicates not ready. None
Flow Control Hardware
In Push To Talk mode this signal is used to key a radio Push To Talk
transmitter. An RTS high signal keys the transmitter, a low
signal turns it off.
Data Carrier Detect setting.
DCD Mode If set to Block Tx, a transmission will be blocked if the DCD is Ignore, Block Tx.
asserted.
Data Carrier Detect Fall Time.

DCD Fall Time, ms 0 – 25500ms

This sets the period of time to wait after a loss of carrier is
detected before sending the hang up command to the modem
or assuming the session has ended.
Transmit Delay.

Tx Delay, ms 0 – 5000ms
This is the minimum time delay, in ms, after receiving a
character through the physical communication port, before a
character will be transmitted in response.
Pre Transmission Time.
Pre Tx Time, ms 0 – 5000ms
The interval between asserting RTS and starting to send data.
The maximum allowable time, in length of characters,
between received bytes in a data link frame.
Char Timeout, chars 0 - 255
If this time is exceeded then the current frame is rejected and
scanning for the start of another frame is immediately started.
Post Transmission Time.

Post Tx Time, ms 0 – 5000ms

The interval between sending the last character of data and
sending RTS low.
The number of seconds to wait without any transmission
Inactivity Time, s activity on the line before showing the SCADA port as 0 – 600s
disconnected.
Allows the addition of idle times and random delays to
implement collision avoidance.
Collision Avoidance
Min Idle Time, ms 0 – 120000ms
Max Rndm Delay, ms 0 – 120000ms

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5.2 Serial Radio Configuration

To configure radio settings, select “Serial Radio” from the “Connection Type” drop-down box.
Note: If preamble settings are not required by the radio, the Serial connection type can be used
instead.

If the radio preamble checkbox is ticked characters will be transmitted prior to sending any
data. The following radio preamble settings can be set:

Item Description Range

Char The character to be sent. 0x00 to 0xFF
Repeat The number of times the character will be repeated. 0 – 25
The final char to be sent to indicate the end of the
Last Char 0x00 to 0xFF
preamble.

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5.3 Serial Modem Configuration

To configure modem settings, select “Serial Modem” from the “Connection Type” drop-down
box.

The following settings can be configured:

Item Description Range

When this setting is On and the External Load is Off,
Modem is Powered the MPM will not try to use the communication device.
On, Off.
from External Load When this setting is Off the RC10 will not check the
External Load status before making a connection.
Check this box if the modem is to use a leased line
Modem is used
connection. Checking this box will disable the “Hang Yes, No.
with Leased Line
Up Inactivity Time” setting.
Modem Initialization String. This field takes AT modem
Init String Up to 38 characters
commands.
Sets a maximum time for a call in minutes.
This limits the length of a call to reduce call costs in
Maximum Call
situations where constant generation of events keeps 0 - 60
Duration, min
the modem connected.
If set to zero (0) the timer is disabled.
Determines how long to wait for a response from the
Response Time, s 0 - 255
modem after sending it a control command.

Command to enable auto-answer on the modem. Off, 1 Ring, 2

Auto Answer Rings, 3 Rings, 4
When set to Off the modem will not answer any calls. Rings, 5 Rings.

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5.4 Dial Out Configuration

To configure a serial modem connection for dial out, open the Protocol Screen, associate the
protocol with the port and tick the Dial Out box.
Notes:
 The port connection in the COMMS screen must be set to Serial Modem and saved for
the dial out settings to appear in the Protocol Screen.
 For a dial out to occur, the Protocol must have unsolicited responses enabled.
 Dial out is only applicable to the DNP3 Protocol.

Item Description Range

Check this box if the modem will be dialling a number

Dial Out when making a connection. Checking this box will Yes, No.
enable the dial out settings.

Pre-Dial String. See section 5.5 for a list of valid

Pre-Dial String dialling characters. This field takes AT modem Up to 18 characters
commands.

Up to five dial-out numbers can be entered. See

Dial Numbers Up to 18 characters
section 5.5 for a list of valid dialling characters.

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Item Description Range

Interval between failure to connect to one number
Autodial Interval, s 0 - 255
before dialling the next in the list.
Connection The length of time the cubicle will wait after dialling a
0 - 255
Timeout, s number for a connection to be established.

5.5 Dialling Characters

The following characters can be used in the pre-dial string and dial numbers:

Character Description
0-9 Dialling digits.
#
*
P Pulse dialling.
T Tone Dialling
, (comma) Pause. Used to set a pause between digits.
! Hook flash.
@ Wait for 5 seconds before proceeding.
R Reverse handshake (go on-line in auto-answer mode).
W Waits for second dial tone.

5.6 GPRS Modem Configuration

The USB ports support GPRS Modems with USB ports approved for use by NOJA power.
These modems are usually powered directly from the USB port. The RC10 will automatically
recognise that it is a GPRS modem when plugged into the port.
To configure a GPRS connection select the port where the modem has been plugged into,
and select GPRS from the connection type drop down box.

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The following settings can be configured:

Item Description Range

Obtain an IP
The modem will obtain an IP address automatically from
Address
the network provider.
Automatically.
This setting allows the user to specify a fixed IP address.
Use the following IP
This is generally used for SCADA connections over VPN
Address
networks.

IP Address Enter an IP address for the RC10 cubicle.

Subnet Mask Enter a subnet mask.

Default Gateway Enter a default gateway

Connection The length of time the cubicle will wait for a connection
0 - 255
Timeout to be established.
300, 600, 1200,
2400, 4800, 9600,
Baud Rate Port communication speed in bits per second.
19200. 38400,
57600, 115200.
Use the Modem’s
This setting is used if the network settings are to be
Mobile Network
configured on the GPRS modem itself.
Settings
Use the Following This setting is used to send the modem the network
Mobile Network connection settings. The user will need to enter an
Settings Access Point Name, Username and Password.
Note: IP address and mobile network settings should be obtained from your VPN or mobile network
provider.

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5.7 LAN Configuration

The USB ports support Ethernet adaptors approved for use by NOJA Power. The intended
use is to plug Ethernet enabled communications equipment into the adaptor, such as a
wireless router or Ethernet radio.
Please note that Rel-02 also has a LAN (RJ45 Ethernet) port which can be used to connect
Ethernet communications equipment directly into the relay (only shown in CMS when
connecting to Rel-02).
It is recommended that any Ethernet cabling entering the cubicle is isolated. Fibre optic cable
is the best choice in this type of environment.
To configure a LAN connection, select the port where the Ethernet adaptor has been plugged
into, and select LAN from the connection type drop down box in CMS.

The following settings can be configured:

Item Description Range
Obtain an IP
The modem will obtain an IP address automatically
Address
from the network using the DHCP protocol.
Automatically.

Use the following This setting allows the user to specify a fixed IP
IP Address address for the cubicle.

IP Address Enter an IP address for the RC10 cubicle.

Subnet Mask Enter a subnet mask.

Default Gateway Enter a default gateway

Note: IP address settings should be obtained from your network administrator.

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5.8 WLAN Configuration

The USB ports and the LAN port support Wireless Ethernet adaptors approved for use by
NOJA Power.
The intended application is to use the Wireless Ethernet adaptor to connect to a nearby
Wireless Router.
To configure a Wireless Ethernet connection select the port where the Wireless adaptor has
been plugged into, and select WLAN from the connection type drop down box.

The following settings can be configured:

Item Description Range

Obtain an IP Address The modem will obtain an IP address automatically
Automatically from the network using the DHCP protocol.
Use the following IP This setting allows the user to specify a fixed IP
Address address for the cubicle.
IP Address Enter an IP address for the RC10 cubicle.
Subnet Mask Enter a subnet mask.
Default Gateway Enter a default gateway
Enter a string of up to 32 characters as the Network
Network Name (SSID) Name for the RC10. Any device wanting to connect to
the RC10 must use the same Network Name.
WEP Open

Network WEP Shared

Select the type of network authentication to be used.
Authentication WPA2 Personal
WPA Personal
Data Encryption Select the encryption method to use over the TKIP

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Item Description Range

connection. AES

Network Key Enter a network key.

Confirm Network Key Re-enter the network key to confirm it is correct.
Enter a key index if required. Some routers have
Key Index (advanced)
multiple keys identified by an index number.

Note: IP address and encryption settings should be obtained from your network administrator.

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6 External Communications Equipment

The external load power source connection is located on the Switchgear Interface Module
(SIM) in the RC cubicle and is labelled “External Supply 12Vdc OUT”. This power source
can be used to power up external communications equipment such as modems and radios.
Power to the SIM is provided by the Power Supply Module (PSM) which is powered directly
from a step down Voltage Transformer or utility Low Voltage (LV) mains.
The SIM module provides the power management for the RC10 and battery charger. When
the AC supply is lost it switches over to the battery supply.

POWER IN BATTERY IN

12Vdc OUT

The RC10 can be configured such that the radio or modem will be turned off after a set
period of time when the AC power is lost, to conserve the backup battery power.

The external load settings are located on the System settings screen in CMS.

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To set the external load time, enter a value in minutes from 0 – 1440 into the “External Load
Time” text box in the UPS section. If set to zero (0), the external load will remain on.
The external load can also be cycled off and back on again at regular intervals if the
connected equipment requires a regular reset.
To set the reset time enter a value in hours from 0 – 720 into the “External Load Reset Time”
text box in the UPS section. If set to zero (0), the reset is disabled.
Notes:
 External Load Time will only work if a Modem or Radio is configured. It will not work when
using a direct connection.
 The “Modem is powered from external load” setting must be enabled for External Load Time
to work.

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6.1 External Load Power

A 12Vdc power supply for communications equipment is located on the SIM module. The
External Load Output can be turned ON or OFF from the Panel or CMS software.

Note: The external load output will indicate OFF when the external supply is shut-down due to AC supply External
Load Time-out or low battery.

The power supply is rated at 12V 20W on average over a rolling 60 seconds window. The
external load supply switches off immediately if the current exceeds 5.8A.
The external power supply output is software managed to minimize the risk of overloading
the power supply system.

The output/overload protection mechanism is detailed below.

Battery Supply above 11.0 V:

 If the current is above 5.8 A for 25ms then the external supply will turn off
immediately and stay off until the customer turns the external supply on again.
 The external supply will supply 20 W on average over a rolling 60 seconds window.
So, for example, if the external load supplies 30W in the first 30 seconds then only
10W can be supplied over the next 30 seconds to ensure an overload does not occur
as shown in Example 2 below.

30W

20W

10W

Time
30s 60s
Example 1

30W
20W
10W
Time
30s 60s

Example 2

 When the supply is turned off because of the power being exceeded, it will be
reported in the event log as an external supply overload.

AC ON, Battery Supply below 11.0 V or disconnected:

 The external supply cannot draw more than 15W on average over a rolling 60
seconds window. If it does it will shut off within 10ms. The state will be reported in
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the event log as shutdown. When the supply shuts down under this condition it
automatically turns back on when a battery supply of more than 11.6 volts is
connected.
Drawing more than 15W in this instance may cause the RC10 to shutdown and
restart in some cases.

AC OFF, Battery Supply below 11.0 V:

 The external supply is off.

6.2 Typical current draw for Radio Frequency (RF) output

When determining power consumption of radios the following need to be considered:
Item Definition
RF Output Actual amount of power (in watts) of RF energy that the radio
produces at its output. The RF output will depend on the
specification of the radio and the antenna used.
Load consumption Load consumption is the amount of power (in watts) that the radio
needs to operate. The load consumption will vary depending on the
RF output and whether the radio is transmitting or receiving. The
method of transmission also affects the power consumption.
Tx supply current Current drawn by the radio when transmitting.

To determine the load consumption, if for example a radio requires 2.5 amps to transmit with
an RF output of 5W and the voltage is 12Vdc, then the load consumption is 2.5 amps x
12Vdc = 30W.
Things to note:
 Some radios will draw more power than others. The radio manual should be
consulted to confirm power requirements.
 After a short outage there are inrush currents which cause higher than normal load
consumption.
 Transmission method can vary e.g. Frequency-shift keying (FSK) or Phase-shift
keying (PSK). Note that some transmission methods require more power to operate.

NOJA’s external load power supply is rated at 20W on average over a rolling 60 seconds
window. If for example a radio is set to transmit at 5W RF output then this will require
approximately 30W power consumption. If we refer to section 7.1, one can see that this may
cause the external load overload to occur as after supplying 30W for 30 seconds only 10W
can be supplied for the next 30 seconds.
If a greater RF output is required then it’s possible to use a more efficient antenna with a high
gain. NOJA can also provide a High Power Radio Supply Kit which is suitable for radios that
have a load consumption of up to 40W continuous. Please refer to NOJA-7114 High Power
Radio Supply.
The client should NOT, under any circumstances connect communications equipment to the
backup battery as this can drain the battery, cause a system shutdown or damage the
equipment.

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7 Remote Connection Examples

7.1 Example Port Configuration for a Wavecom Fasttrack RS232 GSM Modem

7.1.1 Physical Connections

The Wavecom modem is fitted with a 15 pin Sub D female connector. A cable is normally
supplied with the modem. This cable can be directly plugged into the RS232 port located on
the Relay module.
In this example we will be powering the modem from the External Load power connection
located on the SIM Module inside the cubicle. Using this power source permits configuration
of the time the modem continues to operate after loss of auxiliary power.

Wavecom Connector RC10 External Load Connector

Signal description Pin number Pin Signal description
V+ Battery 1 Left Pin Ground
Ground 2 Right Pin +12V

An antenna must be connected to the SMA connector on the modem from an antenna
mounted external to the RC cubicle.
Notes:
1. The Modem will require a SIM card before it will work.
2. The SIM card will need a non-transparent data number for 9600 baud. This is not the same as a voice
number. Check the data number with your telecommunications supplier if connection difficulties are
experienced.

7.1.2 RS-232 Port Settings

Use CMS to configure the following settings as described in Section 5 Port Configuration
Settings.
Connection Type: Serial Modem
Parity: None
Duplex Type: Full
Baud Rate: 9600
Flow Control: None
DCD Mode: Monitor High
DCD fall time: 500 ms
Tx Delay: 20 ms Cubicle RC/TEL-01E(S) - 70
Char Time Out: 2
Pre Tx Time: 50
Post Tx Time: 50
Inactivity time: 30 s (depending on speed of SCADA response)
Collision Avoidance Unchecked
Modem is powered from external load: Unchecked

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Init String ATZ

Max Call Duration 0 min
Response Time 5s
Auto Answer 1 Ring

7.1.3 Modem Dial Out Settings

Use CMS to configure the following settings as described in Section 5 Port Configuration
Settings.

Dial Out Yes. (If you want the recloser to make calls to a master station).
Pre-Dial String ATD
Dial numbers: 12345678901 – change this to the actual number
Autodial Interval: 5 s.
Connection Timeout: 60 s

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7.2 Example Port Configuration for USB to WiFi Adaptor (USB-WiFi-01-S)

7.2.1 Physical Connections

Connect the USB to WiFi adaptor provided by NOJA into one of the USB ports. The RC10
has built in drivers to detect the adaptor type when it is plugged in.

7.2.2 USB Port Settings

Connect the PC to the RC10 using a USB cable plugged into the panel USB port on the front
of the RC10.
To configure the port, go to Offline Settings -> COMMS Settings and select the tab for the
required port.
An example of WLAN port settings is shown below. These will vary depending on client
requirements. Please consult your network administrator.

7.2.3 CMS Protocol Settings

To configure the CMS protocol on the port, go to Offline Settings -> Protocol Settings and
select the CMS tab.
Enable Port 2 and select the port where the communication device is plugged in. In this case
the USB to WiFi adaptor will be connected to the USB B port on the RC-10.

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7.2.4 Download Settings

While the PC is directly connected to the RC10 and after configuring the port, go to the
Online menu and click Go Online.
In the Connection tab, click the Download Settings button.
On the download screen, ensure that COMMS and Protocol Settings are selected. DO NOT
tick any other boxes unless those settings need to be downloaded too and are accurate for
that particular RC10.
Click Download.

7.2.5 Configure connection type on PC

Once the communication and protocol settings have been downloaded to the RC10, the PC
can be configured to communicate remotely to the RC10.
Disconnect the USB cable from the PC to the RC10 panel USB and connect the
communication equipment to the PC.
Go to Connection - > Comms Configuration and configure the connection as required for
the communication equipment used.

For an Ethernet connection, enter the IP address and TCP Port number used for the
Ethernet port equipment installed in the remote RC10 cubicle.

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7.2.6 Go Online!
Once the communication settings have been configured on the RC-10 and PC, you can go
online remotely.
Ensure the communication equipment is connected and turned on.
Go to the Connection toolbar and click the Go Online button.

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7.3 Example Port Configuration for TP-Link Wi-Fi Router

In this example the TP_Link Wi-Fi Router is used to provide a wireless access point to the
RC10 cubicle.
The Wi-Fi Router can connect directly to the Ethernet port of a Rel-02 relay module in the
RC10. Alternatively it can connect to a USB port on a Rel-01 module using a USB to
Ethernet adaptor.

7.3.1 Configure the Wireless Router

Setting up the router is done in a similar fashion to a domestic internet Wi-Fi router. NOJA
recommends doing a manual setup and not using the wizard feature. Enabling one of the
security options is recommended. Please refer to the router product user guide.
a. Connect the router to an Ethernet port on your PC.
b. Configure the IP address on the PC to 192.168.1.252 for example (it has to be 1 or 2
numbers different from the router address).
c. To connect to the router, open a web browser and enter 192.168.1.254 (default IP
address of the router).
d. Enter username and password (default “admin” for both).
e. Configure settings as shown in the following screens.

Basic Settings
Assign an SSID and select Region

Wireless Mode
The wireless mode depends on client requirements. In this instance the Wireless mode is
set to Access Point.

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Security Settings
Security should be enabled and specified by the customer for all in-service devices. Record
name and password used.
DHCP Settings
DHCP server should be set to enable and the start and end IP address range specified to
avoid conflicts.

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7.3.2 Configure Port Settings on RC-10

Connect the PC to the RC10 using a USB cable plugged into the panel USB port on the front
of the RC10.
To configure the port, go to Offline Settings -> COMMS Settings and select the tab for the
required port.
An example of WLAN port settings is shown below. These will vary depending on client
requirements. Please consult your network administrator.

7.3.3 CMS Protocol Settings

To configure the CMS protocol on the port, go to Offline Settings -> Protocol Settings and
select the CMS tab.
Enable Port 2 and select the port where the communication device is plugged in. In this case
the TP-Link router will be connected to the USB A port on the RC-10 (using a USB to
Ethernet convertor).

7.3.4 Download Settings

While the PC is directly connected to the RC10 and after configuring the port, go to the
Online menu and click Go Online.
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In the Connection tab, click the Download Settings button.

On the download screen, ensure that COMMS and Protocol Settings are selected. DO NOT
tick any other boxes unless those settings need to be downloaded too and are accurate for
that particular RC10.
Click Download.

7.3.5 Accessing Wi-Fi network

Ensure the following:
 Wi-Fi Router has been configured.
 Communication and protocol settings have been downloaded to the RC-10.
 Wi-Fi Router is connected to the correct port on the RC-10 and is turned on.
You should now be able access the RC-10 through the router Wi-Fi network. Use the
network name and password used when configuring Security Settings for the router.

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8 DNP3 Protocol Setup

The DNP3 interface in the RC10 can provide DNP3 operation with a single master station or
control centre using a serial channel or an Ethernet network.
The DNP3 protocol implementation in the RC10 is described in detail in the relevant protocol
definition document – NOJA-522-02 DNP3 Protocol Implementation. Please read this section
in conjunction with this document.
The CMS protocol is a proprietary protocol used for communications between the RC10 and
the CMS configuration software (refer to Section 3 on how to configure a remote connection
between a PC running CMS and the RC10).

8.1 Activating DNP3

To activate the DNP3 protocol, select “DNP3” from the Protocol Type drop-down box.
CMS allows the user to modify a wide range of settings including the actual DNP3 mapping.
To configure DNP3 click the “Protocol Settings” button.

Link Layer, Application Layer and Unsolicited Response settings are configured on the
“General” tab. These settings are described in the DNP3 protocol implementation manual.
DNP3 mappings are configured on all the other tabs. Refer to the DNP3 protocol
implementation manual for more information.
The “Reset to default” button restores all DNP3 settings to default.
The “Test” button checks all the DNP3 mappings on each tab (except for General) and
reports any conflicts.

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8.2 DNP3 over IP

The DNP3 protocol can be used over LAN connections.
Configure the Communication Port channel to a USB or LAN port that has a LAN or WLAN
adaptor configured (refer to sections 3.1 and 5.8).
This will activate the DNP3 over IP settings:

8.2.1 IP Settings
These settings apply to both TCP and UDP connection types:
Item Description Range
IP Protocol Mode Sets the IP mode to either TCP or UDP TCP/UDP

Master IP Address Sets the IP address of the DNP3 Master station. xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx

Check Master IP If the box is ticked, the device will only respond to On/Off
requests from the configured Master IP Address.
UDP Slave Port Local UDP port for sending and/or receiving UDP 1 - 65534
datagrams. If the mode is TCP this port is used to
receive broadcast UDP messages.
Protocol Timeout Closes the IP link after a configured period of 0 - 172800
inactivity.
A value of zero (0) disables the protocol timeout.

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8.2.2 TCP Settings

These settings only apply to TCP/IP connections. They are only visible if the TCP mode is
selected:

Item Description Range

TCP Slave Port Sets the incoming TCP port number for this device. 1 - 65534
TCP Master Port Sets which TCP port number to use when sending 1 - 65534
unsolicited responses.
Note: This setting is only visible if Unsolicited Responses
have been configured for DNP3.
TCP Keep Alive Period Keeps the TCP link active. 1 - 172800

8.2.3 UDP Settings

These settings only apply to UDP/IP connections. They are only visible if the UDP mode is
selected:

Item Description Range

UDP Master Port Destination UDP port for sending all responses other than 1 - 65534
initial unsolicited Null response.

UDP Master Initial Port Destination UDP port for initial unsolicited null responses. 1 - 65534

UDP Master Port In The port number of the incoming message will be used as On/Off
Request the destination port number instead of the UDP Master Port
setting value.

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8.3 DNP3 Interface Management

The RC10 DNP3 interface is intended for use with a single DNP3 master station with a single
set of event buffers interfaced through a single communications port (either serial or
Ethernet). In general, it is recommended that it is only used in this manner.
In particular the user should note:
 Operation over redundant paths is dependent on the master station’s capabilities.
 There is no configuration that permits “normal” DNP3 event polling operation to be
performed concurrently from more than one master station or control centre without
errors.
 A restricted subset of DNP3 operations with multiple different master stations is
possible, but care must be taken to ensure that event reporting functions are either
not used, or are only used very selectively. This is not “normal” DNP3 usage and may
require specific configuration settings to be made in both the masters and in the
RC10 in order to avoid errors.
 A very high level of understanding of the modes of operation of DNP3 may be
required in order to correctly configure a multi-master system in such a manner as to
avoid errors.
For more details please refer to NOJA 7230 DNP3 Interface Management.

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