APP APP-601 User manual

APP-601 Recorder
Operating Manual

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Edition 9, September, 2017
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Safety Notices
Do not install substitute parts or perform any unauthorized modification to the product. Return the product
to APP Engineering, Inc. for service and repair to ensure that safety features are maintained.
*WARNING*
A WARNING notice denotes a hazard. It calls attention to an operating
procedure, practice, or the like, that if not correctly performed or
adhered to, could result in personal injury or death. Do not proceed
beyond a WARNING notice until you fully understand and are
prepared to address the indicated conditions.
*CAUTION*
A CAUTION notice denotes a hazard. It calls attention to an operating
procedure, practice, or the like that, if not correctly performed or
adhered to, could result in damage to the product or loss of important
data. Do not proceed beyond a CAUTION notice until you fully
understand and are prepared to address the indicated conditions.
*WARNING*
(Personnel)
Only qualified, service-trained personnel who are aware of the
hazards involved should install, open any doors, remove any covers,
or disconnect the instrument (APP-601 Recorder). Disconnect power
before attempting any service or maintenance.
*WARNING*
(Fuse)
For continued protection against fire, replace the line fuse only with a
fuse of the specified type and rating.
*WARNING*
(Live Circuits)
Replacement of chassis, components, fuses and internal adjustments
must be performed by qualified personnel. The system main power
must always be disconnected before servicing. If the system utilizes
voltage and/or current test switches make sure they are open and
understand that the back of these switches are still live! If the system
utilizes sliding link terminal blocks for the digital channels and alarm
outputs, ensure that the sliding links are open and understand that
one side of the sliding link terminal block is still live!
*WARNING*
(Operating Environment)
This instrument should not be used in an explosive environment. It
should not used in the presence of flammable gases or liquids. This
instrument should not be used in a damp or wet environment or an
environment that is subject to condensation.

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*WARNING*
(Grounding)
All chassis, cabinets, panels, and rack mount equipment must be
connected to an electrical earth ground. Grounding must be done to
prevent shock hazard to people. Instruments provided with a power
terminal block are provided with an appropriate means for connecting
an electrical safety earth ground. Only qualified and trained personnel
should connect power to this instrument. If the instrument includes a
three prong AC power cord, ensure that your power receptacle is
properly earth grounded.
*WARNING*
(Two Person Rule)
Do not service or adjust equipment alone. Ensure that another person
is present that knows emergency procedures and is capable of giving
first aid.
Additional Document Notes
Throughout this manual, the APP-601 Recorder™ may be referred to as the “Recorder” or the APP-601
Multifunction Recorder.
Throughout this manual an event channel or event input may be referred to as a digital channel or digital
input.

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Contents
Contents........................................................................................................................................................ vii
Table of Figures............................................................................................................................................ xii
Table of Tables............................................................................................................................................ xiv
1. Introduction........................................................................................................................................1-1
1.1 Overview.......................................................................................................................................1-2
1.2 History........................................................................................................................................... 1-2
1.3 Features.........................................................................................................................................1-2
1.4 Functions.......................................................................................................................................1-3
2. Specifications..................................................................................................................................... 2-1
2.1 Analog Inputs................................................................................................................................2-2
2.1.1 Voltage ................................................................................................................................ 2-2
2.1.2 Current................................................................................................................................. 2-2
2.1.3 General ................................................................................................................................ 2-2
2.2 Event Inputs .................................................................................................................................. 2-3
2.3 Power Supply................................................................................................................................ 2-3
2.4 Status Relays.................................................................................................................................2-4
2.5 Time Synchronization ...................................................................................................................2-4
2.6 Communications ........................................................................................................................... 2-5
2.7 System Computer.......................................................................................................................... 2-5
2.7.1 Choice #1 APP-601 Computer Chassis ............................................................................... 2-5
2.7.2 Choice #2 APP-501 Computer Chassis ............................................................................... 2-6
2.8 Ethernet Switch.............................................................................................................................2-7
2.9 Enclosures.....................................................................................................................................2-7
2.10 Environment.............................................................................................................................2-7
2.11 Approvals .................................................................................................................................2-7
3. Installation Overview......................................................................................................................... 3-1
3.1 Installation Types.......................................................................................................................... 3-2
3.2 Completing a Centralized Installation........................................................................................... 3-3
3.3 Completing a Distributed Installation ........................................................................................... 3-7
3.4 Completing a Turn-Key Installation............................................................................................3-10
3.5 Basic Connection Diagram.......................................................................................................... 3-12
4. Hardware............................................................................................................................................ 4-1
4.1 Available Computer Control Chassis............................................................................................4-2
4.2 Major Duties of the Computer Control Chassis ............................................................................4-2
4.3 APP-601 Computer Control Chassis............................................................................................. 4-2

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4.3.1 Important APP-601 Computer Circuit Board Connector Points..........................................4-4
4.3.2 APP-601 Computer Control Chassis Specifications............................................................4-5
4.4 APP-501 Computer Control Chassis............................................................................................. 4-7
4.4.1 APP-501 Computer Control Chassis Specifications............................................................4-8
4.5 APP-601 Data Chassis ................................................................................................................ 4-10
4.5.1 Power Supply Circuit Board.............................................................................................. 4-10
4.5.2 5VDC Power Supply Module............................................................................................4-11
4.5.3 12VDC Power Supply Module.......................................................................................... 4-11
4.5.4 Alarm Circuit Board .......................................................................................................... 4-12
4.5.5 Event Circuit Board...........................................................................................................4-15
4.5.6 DSP/IRIG Circuit Board....................................................................................................4-16
4.5.7 Analog Circuit Board......................................................................................................... 4-18
4.5.8 Front Panel LED’s .............................................................................................................4-18
4.6 Ethernet Switch........................................................................................................................... 4-21
4.7 Networking.................................................................................................................................. 4-23
5. Installing the Recorder Software........................................................................................................5-1
5.1 Introduction................................................................................................................................... 5-2
5.2 Program Installation and Quick Start Settings ..............................................................................5-2
5.3 Startup and Running the APP Monitor.......................................................................................... 5-5
6. Using the APP Recorder .................................................................................................................... 6-1
6.1 Introduction................................................................................................................................... 6-2
6.2 APP Recorder Program Functions ................................................................................................ 6-2
6.3 The APP Recorder Program Main Window.................................................................................. 6-2
6.4 Setting the Administrator Password.............................................................................................. 6-5
6.5 Printing.......................................................................................................................................... 6-6
6.5.1 Selecting and Configuring the Printer .................................................................................6-6
6.5.2 Printing the Contents of the Message Window....................................................................6-6
6.5.3 Printing the Recent Fault Summary..................................................................................... 6-6
6.5.4 Printing the Recent Fault Summary with a Graph ...............................................................6-7
6.6 Exiting the APP Recorder .............................................................................................................6-7
6.7 Configuring the APP Recorder ..................................................................................................... 6-8
6.7.1 Factory Settings...................................................................................................................6-8
6.7.2 Types of Configuration Settings..........................................................................................6-8
6.7.3 Configuring the Main Configuration Settings ..................................................................... 6-8
6.7.4 Setting Up Dial-up Networking......................................................................................... 6-11
6.7.5 Configuring Automatic Tasks............................................................................................6-12
6.7.6 Accessing the Automatic Tasks Tab..................................................................................6-13

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6.7.7 Configuring Automatic Tasks that Occur when a Fault Arrives........................................6-13
6.7.8 Configuring Printing.......................................................................................................... 6-15
6.7.9 Configuring the Format of Printed Reports .......................................................................6-17
6.7.10 Configuring Email Settings ............................................................................................... 6-20
6.7.11 Configuring FTP Settings..................................................................................................6-23
6.7.12 Defining a Boolean Logic Equation .................................................................................. 6-26
6.7.13 Performing a Test Upload.................................................................................................. 6-26
6.7.14 Configuring Automatic SER Reports ................................................................................ 6-27
6.7.15 Calling the Master Phone List when Alarms Occur .......................................................... 6-28
6.7.16 Configuring the Master Phone List.................................................................................... 6-28
6.7.17 Ping Master Every 5 minutes.............................................................................................6-30
6.7.18 Configuring Allowed IPs................................................................................................... 6-30
6.7.19 Printing Recorder Configuration .......................................................................................6-31
6.8 Editing the Point Assignment Record ......................................................................................... 6-31
6.9 Editing the Line Group Record ...................................................................................................6-31
6.10 Connecting to ClearView .......................................................................................................6-32
6.10.1 Connecting to ClearView ..................................................................................................6-32
6.10.2 Disconnecting from ClearView ......................................................................................... 6-32
6.10.3 Viewing the Connection Status Window...........................................................................6-32
6.10.4 Choosing a Modem............................................................................................................6-33
6.10.5 Setting the Network Port Number ..................................................................................... 6-33
6.10.6 Turning On or Off Dial-up Networking............................................................................. 6-34
6.11 Maintaining the APP Recorder............................................................................................... 6-34
6.11.1 Viewing Trace Files........................................................................................................... 6-34
6.11.2 Running a Diagnostic Test and Viewing Results ..............................................................6-35
6.11.3 Viewing All SER Abnormal or Stopped Channels............................................................ 6-36
6.11.4 Performing a Test Run.......................................................................................................6-36
6.11.5 Viewing the ON Alarms....................................................................................................6-37
6.11.6 Resetting FID.....................................................................................................................6-37
6.11.7 Re-initializing the APP Recorder Program........................................................................ 6-38
6.11.8 Restart Recorder ................................................................................................................ 6-38
6.11.9 Rebooting the APP Recorder Program .............................................................................. 6-38
6.11.10 Reserving Memory and Defragging the Data Drive .....................................................6-39
6.12 Continuous Recording............................................................................................................6-40
6.12.1 Viewing the Continuous Recording Status Window .........................................................6-40
6.12.2 Saving Oscillograph Data..................................................................................................6-41
6.12.3 Saving Frequency Data......................................................................................................6-42

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6.12.4 Saving RMS Data..............................................................................................................6-43
6.12.5 Saving Phase Data ............................................................................................................. 6-43
6.12.6 Saving RMS-Plus Phase Data............................................................................................6-43
6.13 Using Other Tools ..................................................................................................................6-44
6.13.1 Startup and Running the APP Monitor.............................................................................. 6-44
6.13.2 Network Path Logon.......................................................................................................... 6-45
6.13.3 Configuring a DNP3/Modbus Outstation ..........................................................................6-46
6.13.4 To Configure a DNP3/Modbus Outstation Point Mapping TAB....................................... 6-48
6.13.5 Emailing a Fault Summary Record....................................................................................6-50
6.13.6 Showing the Email Settings Window ................................................................................ 6-50
6.13.7 FTP a Fault File.................................................................................................................6-50
6.13.8 Show FTP Window ........................................................................................................... 6-50
6.13.9 Configuring a DSP Board’s Ethernet and IP Address Settings.......................................... 6-52
6.14 Configuring a Phasor Measurement Unit (PMU)...................................................................6-53
6.15 Viewing the Help and About Information..............................................................................6-57
7. Using the APP Driver ........................................................................................................................7-1
7.1 Introduction to the APP Driver ..................................................................................................... 7-2
7.2 Viewing the APP Recorder Driver Window ................................................................................. 7-2
7.3 Reinitializing the APP Driver .......................................................................................................7-3
7.4 Exiting the APP Driver ................................................................................................................. 7-3
7.5 Doing a Diagnosis.........................................................................................................................7-3
7.6 Performing a Test Run from the APP Driver................................................................................7-3
7.7 PMU.............................................................................................................................................. 7-3
7.8 Viewing the Help and About Information.....................................................................................7-4
8. Using the OScope............................................................................................................................... 8-1
8.1 Introduction to the OScope ...........................................................................................................8-2
8.2 Viewing the OScope (Oscilloscope) Window...............................................................................8-2
8.2.1 Analog Tab..........................................................................................................................8-2
8.2.2 Events Tab...........................................................................................................................8-3
8.2.3 Triggers Tab ........................................................................................................................ 8-3
8.2.4 Yscale Controls.................................................................................................................... 8-4
8.2.5 Meter Controls..................................................................................................................... 8-4
8.2.6 Analog Channel Controls .................................................................................................... 8-4
8.2.7 Run Controls........................................................................................................................ 8-4
8.2.8 Bottom Tray.........................................................................................................................8-5
8.3 Reinitializing the OScope Window...............................................................................................8-5
8.4 Exiting the OScope Window.........................................................................................................8-5

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8.5 Editing the Point Assignment Record ........................................................................................... 8-5
8.6 Viewing Driver Status................................................................................................................... 8-5
8.7 Viewing Stopped/Abnormal SER Channels..................................................................................8-7
8.8 Advanced Menu ............................................................................................................................8-7
8.8.1 Calibrating and Un-Calibrating All Offsets.........................................................................8-7
8.8.2 Setting all Analog Channel Inputs to Zero ..........................................................................8-8
8.8.3 Turning On All Alarms and LEDs.......................................................................................8-8
8.8.4 Rebooting the Driver ...........................................................................................................8-9
8.9 Calibrating and Un-Calibrating One Channel at a time ................................................................8-9
8.9.1 Calibrating the DC Offset One Channel at a Time.............................................................. 8-9
8.9.2 Calibrating and Un-Calibrating Offsets One Channel at a time ........................................ 8-10
8.10 Calibrating Slope (Performing an External Calibration) ........................................................8-10
9. Other Information .............................................................................................................................. 9-1
9.1 Time Quality .................................................................................................................................9-2
9.2 Recommended Maintenance and Calibration................................................................................ 9-3
9.2.1 Performance-based Maintenance......................................................................................... 9-3
9.2.2 Time-based Maintenance.....................................................................................................9-4
9.3 Recommended Setup for MW Channels (Using 4ma-20ma Transducer)....................................9-4
9.4 Recommended Setup for MVAR Channels (Using 4ma-12ma-20ma Transducer) ..................... 9-5
9.5 Recommended Setup for a Current Channel using a 4ma-20ma Transducer (e.g. measuring
generator field current) ........................................................................................................................... 9-6
9.6 Linux Ubuntu Operating System................................................................................................... 9-7
9.6.1 Viewing Screens..................................................................................................................9-7
9.6.2 Stopping the APP Recorder Program .................................................................................. 9-8
9.6.3 Shutting Down the Computer Chassis.................................................................................9-8
9.6.4 Other Information................................................................................................................9-8

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Table of Figures
Figure 1: APP-601 Computer Control Chassis Front View (Fanless).........................................................3-3
Figure 2: APP-501 Computer Control Chassis Front View......................................................................... 3-3
Figure 3: Data Chassis Front View..............................................................................................................3-3
Figure 4: Chassis Interconnection Diagram (Reference) (with APP-501 Computer Control Chassis) .....3-12
Figure 5: Chassis Interconnection Diagram (Reference) (with APP-601 Computer Control Chassis) .....3-13
Figure 6: APP-601 Computer Control Chassis Front View......................................................................... 4-6
Figure 7: APP-601 Computer Control Chassis Rear View.......................................................................... 4-6
Figure 8: APP-501 Computer Control Chassis 3D View ............................................................................4-8
Figure 9: APP-501 Computer Control Chassis Front View......................................................................... 4-9
Figure 10: APP-501 Computer Control Chassis Rear view.........................................................................4-9
Figure 11: Cross Trigger over IP Network................................................................................................4-14
Figure 12: Cross Trigger Wiring, 3 DFR Example ................................................................................... 4-15
Figure 13: APP-601 Data Chassis 3D View.............................................................................................. 4-19
Figure 14: APP-601 Data Chassis Front View.......................................................................................... 4-20
Figure 15: APP-601 Data Chassis Rear View........................................................................................... 4-20
Figure 16: Recorder Configuration Window...............................................................................................5-3
Figure 17: Point Assignment Window’s Chassis Configuration ................................................................. 5-4
Figure 18: Point Assignment Window: General Settings Tab.....................................................................5-5
Figure 19: Windows Logon & Setup Window............................................................................................5-6
Figure 20: APP Recorder Program Main Window......................................................................................6-3
Figure 21: Analog Tab.................................................................................................................................6-3
Figure 22: Triggers Tab...............................................................................................................................6-4
Figure 23: Events/SER Tab......................................................................................................................... 6-4
Figure 24: SER Report Tab......................................................................................................................... 6-4
Figure 25: Fault Location Tab.....................................................................................................................6-5
Figure 26: Example of APP 601 Recorder Configuration Window—Main Tab.........................................6-9
Figure 27: Recorder Configuration Window —Automatic Tasks Tab......................................................6-13
Figure 28: Printing Format Window ......................................................................................................... 6-17
Figure 29: Default Report Format ............................................................................................................. 6-19
Figure 30: Report with Spread digital among graphs checked..................................................................6-19
Figure 31: Auto Email Setup Window ...................................................................................................... 6-21
Figure 32: Manual Emailing Window.......................................................................................................6-22

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Figure 33: FTP Account Settings Window................................................................................................6-23
Figure 34: FTP Remote Directory Setup Window .................................................................................... 6-25
Figure 35: FTP Upload or Testing Window.............................................................................................. 6-27
Figure 36: Master Phone & Network List Window................................................................................... 6-29
Figure 37: Allowable IPs Entry Window (Security Feature).....................................................................6-30
Figure 38: Connection Status Screen......................................................................................................... 6-32
Figure 39: Choose Modem Window ......................................................................................................... 6-33
Figure 40: Recorder Diagnostic Results Window .....................................................................................6-35
Figure 41: Stopped/Abnormal SER Channels Window ............................................................................6-36
Figure 42: Alarms Currently ON Window................................................................................................6-37
Figure 43: Continuous Recording Menu ...................................................................................................6-40
Figure 44: Continuous Recording Status Window .................................................................................... 6-41
Figure 45: Time Slice Entry Window........................................................................................................ 6-41
Figure 46: Save Freq Data File..................................................................................................................6-42
Figure 47: Tools Menu Window ...............................................................................................................6-44
Figure 48: Windows Logon & Startup ...................................................................................................... 6-44
Figure 49: Network Path Logon ................................................................................................................ 6-45
Figure 50: DNP-3/Modbus Configuration Window (DNP-3) ................................................................... 6-46
Figure 51: DNP-3/Modbus Configuration Window (Modbus) .................................................................6-48
Figure 52: Point Mapping..........................................................................................................................6-49
Figure 53: DNP-3/Modbus Status Window............................................................................................... 6-50
Figure 54: DSP Board Setup Window.......................................................................................................6-53
Figure 55: PMU Window.......................................................................................................................... 6-54
Figure 56: PMU - Sending Format............................................................................................................ 6-56
Figure 57: The APP Recorder Driver Window ...........................................................................................7-2
Figure 58: OScope Window, Analog Tab ...................................................................................................8-2
Figure 59: Oscope Window, Event Status Tab............................................................................................ 8-3
Figure 60: OScope Window, Analog Trigger Status Tab............................................................................ 8-3
Figure 61: DSP Board Communication Status Window .............................................................................8-6
Figure 62: Stopped/Abnormal SER Channels Screen .................................................................................8-7
Figure 63: Show Analog Channels Group.................................................................................................8-10
Figure 64: Calibrate/Un-Calibrate Offset.................................................................................................. 8-10
Figure 65: External Calibration (Slope) Group .........................................................................................8-11
Figure 66: Linux Ubuntu OS and Virtual Machine Diagram ......................................................................9-7

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Table of Tables
Table 1: APP-601 Computer Circuit Board Connector Points....................................................................4-4
Table 2: APP-601 Computer Control Chassis Specifications......................................................................4-5
Table 3: 501 Computer Control Chassis Specifications ..............................................................................4-8
Table 4: SyncMethod and Corresponding Hardware 3-PIN Jumper Position........................................... 4-16
Table 5: Description of LEDs....................................................................................................................4-18
Table 6: Switch Specifications ..................................................................................................................4-21
Table 7: Pin Out ........................................................................................................................................4-22
Table 8: Ethernet and IP Addresses for the DSP Network ........................................................................ 4-23
Table 9: Values on the SER Report Tab...................................................................................................... 6-5
Table 10: Configuring Automatic Tasks—Options in the Call Master List..............................................6-14
Table 11: Configuring Automatic Tasks—Options in the Print List.........................................................6-16
Table 12: Defining a Boolean Logic Filter—Variables and Entries.......................................................... 6-26
Table 13: DNP-3 Objects and Variations..................................................................................................6-47
Table 14: Modbus Function Codes............................................................................................................6-48
Table 15: OScope Window—Y Scale Options............................................................................................8-4
Table 16: DSP Board Communication Status Window—Fields................................................................. 8-6
Table 17: SER Report Tab—Letter Values.................................................................................................8-7
Table 18: IEEE 1344 Time Quality Values.................................................................................................9-2
Table 19: Time Quality and APP-601 Action .............................................................................................9-3
Table 20: Time-based Maintenance Procedures..........................................................................................9-4

Introduction 1-1
1.Introduction

Introduction 1-2
1.1 Overview
The APP-601 multifunction recording instrument was designed to meet the monitoring and reporting needs
in the power transmission, power distribution, and power generating areas. The APP-601 lends itself useful
to other industrial applications because of its wide voltage input range, current input range, digital input
range, status output capability and various recording speeds. When coupled with APP ClearView™, a
master station software package and COMTRADE viewer, it provides a powerful platform for data
acquisition, analysis, and reporting.
1.2 History
The APP-601 recorder is derived from its successor the APP-501 Recorder. The APP-501 Level 1 & Level
2 Data Chassis have been removed from our standard offering but are available if needed. The APP-501
Computer Chassis continues to be manufactured and is offered as a computer control chassis choice for the
APP-601 recorder system. The APP-601 recorder can be purchased with either of the following chassis
configurations:
APP-601 Computer Chassis and APP-601 Data Chassis
APP-501 Computer Chassis and APP-601 Data Chassis
1.3 Features
Major features of the APP-601 recorder include the following:
Windows based software (a Linux OS is available as an option for the APP-501 Computer)
Distributed or centralized architecture
Easy and intuitive setup
Simultaneous recording functions
Optional Computer Unit Redundant (CUR)
DC coupling
Data alignment within 1msec
Auto diagnostics
Remote power toggle
Independent data acquisition channels
Analog channels configurable as voltage or current
Multiple triggers per channel
Automatic creation of COMTRADE files
Auto calling, polling, emailing
Network, modem, DNP-3, FTP communications
Digital channels configurable as DFR, SER, or both
Integrated monitor and keyboard (APP-501 Computer Chassis)
Superior analysis software (APP ClearView)
AC or DC input power
Designed and manufactured by APP Engineering Inc.

Introduction 1-3
1.4 Functions
Major recording functions of the APP-601 recorder include the following:
Transient Oscillography
Extended Oscillography
Extended RMS (Root Mean Square)
Continuous Oscillography
Continuous RMS
Continuous Frequency
Continuous Phasor
Trending RMS & Frequency
Sequence of Events
PMU (Phasor Measurement Unit)
Real Time Local Monitoring or remote monitoring via RDP (Remote Desktop Protocol)

2-1
2.Specifications

Specifications 2-2
2.1 Analog Inputs
2.1.1 Voltage
Max channels per chassis
30
Max input voltage
440VACrms
True DC Coupling
Yes
Rin
100KΩMin, Range Dependent
Burden
0.045VA@67V, 0.144VA@120V
Accuracy (un-calibrated)
Typical 0.15% of Reading, Max 0.5%
2.1.2 Current
Internal shunt
2mΩ
Burden
0.05VA@5A, 0.45AV@15A
Max Continuous current
15A
Max amp-seconds (not to exceed)
140A RMS for 2 seconds, 250A RMS for 0.5
seconds
Max current (not to exceed)
250A
Accuracy (un-calibrated)
Typical 0.61% of Reading, Max 1.0%
2.1.3 General
Ch to Ch phase angle error
≤0.004 degrees
Cut-off frequency
(-3db) 10KHz
Common mode rejection
80dB Min
Temperature Error
≤75ppm/ºC
Channel to channel isolation
≥ 3500VDC
Channel to ground isolation
≥ 3500VDC
Channels per card
3
Channel type
Each channel can be setup as voltage or current
Data alignment
With 1PPS rising edge
Data accuracy
1 µsec with unmodulated IRIG-B input
Connector type
#6 screw terminal double barrier
Max wire size
12AWG

Specifications 2-3
2.2 Event Inputs
Max channels per chassis
80
Channels per card
8
Channel type
DFR, SER or Both
Standard input voltage range
45-250VDC
Optional input voltage
24VDC or internally wet
Contact configuration
Programmable normally open/normally closed
Configuration
Isolated or common return
Channel to channel isolation
≥ 3500VDC
Channel to ground isolation
≥ 3500VDC
Connector type
Pluggable, 16 pole
Max wire size
14AWG
2.3 Power Supply
AC Range
88-264Vac (50/60Hz)
DC Range
86VDC to 373VDC (48VDC Option)
Power draw @ 125VDC
90W, 54 analog channels & 96 event channels
Input to ground isolation
≥ 3500VDC