Wave RT9 Powershelf User manual

Installation & Operation
Manual
RT9 Powershelf
Document: 158-1806-01.doc
Date: 21 December 2005
© Rectifier Technologies Pacific Pty Ltd
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Table of Contents
1. General Warnings...............................................................................4
2. Configuration..............................................................................................................5
2.1 General Description...............................................................................................5
2.2 System Description................................................................................................5
2.2.1 Front View ......................................................................................................5
2.2.2 Rear View.......................................................................................................6
3. Installation ..................................................................................................................8
3.1 Mounting the Powershelf .......................................................................................8
3.1.1 Tools Required for Installation........................................................................8
3.1.2 Gaining Access to Rear Wiring.......................................................................9
3.2 Overview of External Wiring Connections..............................................................9
3.3 Mains Connections..............................................................................................11
3.3.1 Factory Supplied Configurations...................................................................12
3.3.2 Single phase – individual protected external feeds.......................................12
3.3.3 3 phase star – individual protected external feeds........................................13
3.3.4 3 phase delta – individual protected external feeds......................................13
3.3.5 Surge protection requirements .....................................................................14
3.4 Bulk Load connections.........................................................................................15
3.5 Load Distribution CB Trip Sense connections......................................................15
3.6 Battery connections .............................................................................................16
3.7 Temperature Sensors..........................................................................................17
3.8 Auxiliary relay connections ..................................................................................17
3.9 MiniCSU-3 Power Connections ...........................................................................18
3.10 Front Panel USB Communications connection ................................................18
3.11 Remote Communication connection.................................................................18
3.11.1 Isolated RS232 Interface..............................................................................19
3.11.2 Isolated RS485 Interface..............................................................................19
3.11.3 Optical Plastic Fibre Interface.......................................................................19
3.11.4 TCP/IP and WebCSU Interfaces...................................................................20
3.11.5 Embedded Modems......................................................................................20
3.12 Battery/Load Distribution Module.....................................................................21
3.13 Adding Auxiliary Expansion Modules...............................................................22
4. Commissioning.........................................................................................................23

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5. Operation ..................................................................................................................24
Summary of MiniCSU-3 front panel controls.................................................................24
5.1 MiniCSU-3 Components......................................................................................25
5.1.1 Alpha-numeric Display..................................................................................25
5.1.2 Front Panel Pushbuttons..............................................................................25
5.1.3 Status Indicating LEDs (MiniCSU-3).............................................................25
5.2 MiniCSU-3 Security & Alarms..............................................................................26
5.2.1 Password security.........................................................................................26
5.2.2 When an alarm condition exists....................................................................26
5.2.3 MiniCSU-3 Alarms........................................................................................27
5.2.4 User programmable relay functions..............................................................28
5.3 Navigating MiniCSU-3 Functions.........................................................................29
5.3.1 Base Menu (System Level Functions)..........................................................29
5.3.2 SMR Menu (Rectifier Specific Functions).....................................................32
5.3.3 Alarm Log.....................................................................................................32
5.3.4 Battery Menu (Battery Specific Functions)....................................................33
6. Troubleshooting.......................................................................................................35
6.1 To Remove a Rectifier Module or a MiniCSU-3 Controller...................................37
6.2 To Insert a Rectifier Module or a MiniCSU-3 Controller.......................................37
7. Appendix A – Setting Up Network Interfaces.........................................................38
7.1 Programming IP addresses using DeviceInstaller software.................................38
7.1.1 Preparations for local address set up...........................................................38
7.1.2 Local IP address set up procedure...............................................................38
7.1.3 Preparations for gateway address set up .....................................................39
7.1.4 Gateway IP address set up procedure..........................................................39
7.2 Programming IP addresses using ARP and Telnet access..................................40
7.2.1 Preparations for local address set up...........................................................40
7.2.2 Local IP address set up procedure...............................................................40
7.2.3 Configuring the Unit......................................................................................41
7.2.4 Server Configuration (Network Configuration)..............................................42
8. Specifications...........................................................................................................44

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1. General Warnings
1. This equipment has been designed to be used only in restricted access areas.
2. This equipment must only be serviced by authorised and qualified service personnel.
3. Operators should not attempt to repair faulty units. There are no operator serviceable
parts inside. All fuses are only replaced as part of a repair procedure in a repair
facility by authorised personnel and not as a maintenance procedure on site.
4. The powershelf magazine should be mounted in a rack that satisfies the requirements
for electrical enclosures and fire enclosures according to IEC60950 or equivalent
standard. For open rack use, the back of the magazine must be fully enclosed by its
covers and the AC wiring terminations must be protected by either an earthed casing or
an enclosure that provides double insulation.
5. The powershelves must be used with sufficient ventilation. After mounting, the air flow
paths into and out of the rectifiers must be unrestricted. Allow adequate flow for
exhaust air out of the rack.
6. Rectifiers are live at all times when the rectifier is plugged into the backplane connector.
The input AC disconnection device is the rectifier backplane connector.
7. When removing modules, especially if the ambient temperature is high and the unit has
been operating at maximum load, avoid skin contact with the metal casing as it may be
too hot to touch. Pull the unit halfway out of the magazine and let cool for 2-3 minutes
before handling.

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2. Configuration
2.1 General Description
RT9 Powershelf systems are turn-key DC uninterruptible power supply solutions (DC UPS)
for powering 24VDC or 48VDC telecommunications and industrial equipment. The
Powershelf provides integrated battery management functions for a range of battery types
(VRLA, flooded Lead-acid, NiCd, Ni-MH, Li-polymer) to enable easy commissioning of a
DC UPS or it can be used as a standalone DC source when no batteries are used.
The Powershelf provides the following integrated features:
•battery (& load) distribution •battery & load circuit breaker trip sensing
•battery charge current limiting •short circuit and reverse polarity protection
•battery temperature sensing •n+1 redundant rectifiers
•low voltage disconnection •a monitoring and control module (MiniCSU-3)
•automated/remote battery discharge testing •super capacitor backed real-time system clock
•accurate temperature compensated Float and
Equalisation voltages •optional remote communication capability, including web-based protocols
•optional modules for monitoring AC power and
battery cell voltages •all rectifiers and the controller are hot-swap and plug-and-play capable
•optional AC distribution
2.2 System Description
2.2.1 Front View
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2
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Figure 2.1 System blocks (PSLF-1110)
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4
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Figure 2.2 System blocks (PSLF-1115)

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(1) Rack mounting magazine
(2) Rectifier module
(3) Battery (& load) distribution module
(4) MiniCSU-3 controller
(5) AC distribution module (option on some systems)
2.2.2 Rear View
Figure 2.3 Rear view of connections (PSLF-1115)
(1) MiniCSU-3 backplane & interface connections
(2) Battery (& load) switched connections
(3) Battery (& load) common return connection bar
(4) AC mains terminations
(5) Alarm relay connections
(6) Remote communications module connection

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Figure 2.4 Connections on MiniCSU-3 backplane
(1) Remote communications module connection (14-way ribbon)
(2) Auxiliary peripheral module (relays, battery cell monitor, etc) connection (16-way ribbon)*
(3) Battery (& load) distribution module connection** (34-way ribbon)
(4) Ambient temperature sensor connection (sensor P/N 804-1100-01)
(5) Battery temperature sensor connection (sensor P/N 804-1100-01)
(6) Rectifier isolated communications connection (10-way ribbon)*
(7) Standalone system voltage connection (MiniCSU-3 power and voltage sensing) – special use only
(8) Load circuit breaker trip detection circuitry connection
Notes:
* Devices and cable connections are pre-wired as part of the supplied and tested Powershelf
** This connection can be left unused if the system has no requirement for control and maintenance of batteries (ie standalone DC
power supply)
Figure 2.5 Alarm relay board connections.
The alarm relay board is inverted when installed in the Powershelf lid such that Relay 5 is
on the left when viewed from the rear of the metalwork. The connections are labelled
again on the rear cover. Each alarm is user programmable through the MiniCSU-3 using
the WinCSU-2 PC software.

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3. Installation
3.1 Mounting the Powershelf
The Powershelf is mounted into a standard 19” rack using M5 or M6 screws and cage
nuts. For systems larger than 4U (rack units) in height, multiple standard Powershelf
magazines are strapped together by four of 18x63mm strapping plates – two at the rear
that must remain in place, and two on the front that can be removed once the shelf is
secured in the rack. A minimum of 4 screws are required to secure the Powershelf into the
rack.
It is recommended to initially install the Powershelf into the rack without either the
MiniCSU-3 or the RT9 rectifiers in place.
M5 or M6 mounting screws
Figure 3.1 Mount points for securing Powershelf in a rack
Wiring for the standard Powershelf is rear access only. For systems where rear access is
not available, the Powershelf can be pre-wired for load, battery, AC power and remote
communications before mounting the magazine in the rack. For maintenance and load
expansion, the Powershelf is slid forward until the rear top cover is able to be opened to
access the wiring points with suitably insulated tools.
3.1.1 Tools Required for Installation
•No. 2 Posi-drive screwdriver (for tightening rack bolts)
•No. 1 Posi-drive screwdriver
•10mm open-ended spanner or socket (insulated for live DC work)
•4mm Hex-bar driver (insulated for live DC work)
•5mm flat-blade screwdriver (for tightening DIN rail terminal screws)

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3.1.2 Gaining Access to Rear Wiring
NOTE: Access to the rear wiring should be limited to qualified service personnel. It is
recommended to remove the AC power before gaining access to the rear wiring due to the
safety hazard present inside the electrical enclosure. Similarly, the energy hazard
associated with the batteries connected to the DC bus must be addressed through the use
of appropriately insulated tools and other measures to prevent accidental short circuits to
the DC bus.
Figure 3.2 Opening top rear cover to access wiring
To open the top rear cover, remove the two rear M3 screws securing the cover to the
back. The top cover will then hinge up to provide access to the wiring.
To gain further access to the wiring, remove the rear cover grills by removing the two
screws holding each 1U grill.
3.2 Overview of External Wiring Connections
Figure 3.3 shows the internal and interface schematic for the PSLF-1115. For the purpose
of indicating how a system is connected, the same schematic applies to other Powershelf
products. The system shown is for a –48V system where the positive side of the DC bus
is tied to earth, usually on the common return bar. For +24V systems, the opposite is
usually the case with the negative DC bus being connected to the common return bar that
is in turn earthed. It is also possible to float the output, but under these conditions, there is
no guarantee that all voltages on the DC bus will stay below the Safety Extra-Low Voltage
(SELV) limits with respect to earth during fault conditions.

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Figure 3.3 Powershelf internal schematic diagram

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The switched battery cables (-ve in a –48V system) terminate on the copper bars of the
battery distribution module (item 2 in Figure 2.3), while the battery return cables terminate
on the common return bar (item 3 in Figure 2.3). The battery distribution module can be
configured for up to four battery strings with the appropriate number of return cable
termination points being available on the common bar.
Load switched connections can be made either through the optional load circuits that can
be installed in the battery distribution module, or as bulk load connections to the main
rectifier busbars. The load return is then terminated either on the common return bar or on
the rectifier common busbars. External DC distribution feed connections are made as a
bulk load connection.
In many cases, the AC distribution is external to the Powershelf. The AC feed should be
wired as individually protected feeds for each rectifier (recommended and preferred) to
provide discrimination of fault protection devices. Alternatively, a single AC supply (1φor
3φ) can be used, but there will not be any discrimination and if one unit generates a fault,
the power to all rectifiers will be removed. Where the AC distribution is integrated into the
Powershelf, each rectifier feed is individually protected and the installer is only required to
connect a single AC supply (1φor 3φ) to the AC DIN rail terminations.
Remote communications and alarm relay cabling connects to the top rear cover. Allow
enough free cable to permit the top cover to hinge open or to remove the Powershelf from
the front of the rack for maintenance.
3.3 Mains Connections
Figure 3.4

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3.3.1 Factory Supplied Configurations
Powershelves without internal AC distribution (eg. PSLF-1115), unless specially ordered,
are configured with each rectifier active line being terminated in an individual DIN rail
terminal block (beige) and the remaining AC line is connected to a common neutral bar
(blue terminal blocks). The system is shipped with a shorting link installed that connects
all the active terminals together, thereby making the system a single supply, single phase
load.
For Powershelves with AC distribution (eg. PSLF-1110), unless specially ordered, the AC
active feeds to the circuit breakers are connected to one of three terminal blocks (beige).
The unswitched AC lines to the rectifiers are tied together on a common neutral bar (blue
blocks). The wiring is arranged this way to allow the system to be configured easily for
single phase or three phase “star-connection” supply. The system is shipped with a
shorting link joining the three active terminations, thereby making the system a single
supply, single phase load by default.
The shorting link/s must be removed before connecting a 3 phase supply. The label over
the AC terminations indicates the L1, L2, L3 (equivalent to R, S, T phases), N, PE
connections to indicate how the Powershelf with AC distribution is wired. AC feed wiring
should be sized appropriately for the number of rectifiers being powered (allow for 10A per
unit as maximum AC load).
3.3.2 Single phase – individual protected external feeds
Connect each of the circuit breaker protected active wires to the individual terminal blocks
that feed each rectifier. Remove the shorting link from the active terminal blocks (“A”
block). Connect the neutral wire/s to the common neutral terminals.
Figure 3.5

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3.3.3 3 phase star – individual protected external feeds
Remove the link connecting the active terminals “A” together. Connect one phase wire per
“A” terminal. Connect the neutral wires to the common neutral terminals.
Figure 3.6
3.3.4 3 phase delta – individual protected external feeds
Phase-to-phase (208VAC) connections require that the AC terminal blocks for the neutral
be replaced with individual active line terminals. Then for each rectifier, the two AC lines
can be wired to the appropriate phases. This configuration needs to be specially ordered
to ensure that the correct number of terminal blocks is loaded. The system will be shipped
with links in the active terminal blocks to configure the system as single phase (but for
phase-to-phase connection). Note that double fused versions of RT9 must be ordered.
To wire as 3 phase delta, remove the links connecting the active terminals together, and
connect each phase-to-phase pair of wires to a set of “A” and “C” terminals. Phase rotation
is not important. Double pole circuit breakers are required.
Figure 3.7

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3.3.5 Surge protection requirements
The rectifiers are internally protected for surges up to 6kV/3kA. For higher levels of
protection, particularly for sites with high incidence of lightning or switching surges,
additional surge protection is required on the AC feed to the Powershelf. Typically surge
arrestors with a 10kA-40kA rating are required with the highest level of protection being
provided when arrestors are connected between phase-netural (x3 phases) and between
phase/neutral-earth (x 3 phases).
Other arrangements (for 3-phase “star”) with similar levels of protection are also possible
as shown below. The voltage rating of the arrestor should be selected based on the
maximum AC voltage likely to appear on the line. The arrestor should limit the voltage to
<1200V – 1400V at the rated maximum pulse current.
Figure 3.8

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3.4 Bulk Load connections
Figure 3.9
A bulk load can either be a single large load, or a cable connection to an additional,
external DC distribution unit. There are two M6 studs available for securing either 2 cables
with single-hole lugs or a cable with double-hole lugs. Single hole lugged cables will
require additional cable tying to prevent the cable from rotating on the studs.
The positive and negative bars are always in the same position, irrespective of whether the
system is –48VDC or +24VDC. In the case of the +24V system, the common return bar is
connected to the –VE busbar.
3.5 Load Distribution CB Trip Sense connections
To enable monitoring and alarming of tripped external load distribution circuit breakers, a
3-terminal connector is provided on the MiniCSU-3 backplane - item (8) in Figure 2.4. The
signal is ACTIVE HIGH for any circuit breaker going open circuit. Below is an example of
how to configure external auxiliary contacts to interface to the line. +15V and 0V is
available on the connector to power active circuits if required. Note: the connection can be
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Figure 3.10
3.6 Battery connections
Figure 3.11
For –48VDC systems, the battery negative cables are terminated on the switched line
terminals of the battery distribution module (shown above), while the battery positive
cables are all tied to the common return bar. The cables can be either brought out through
the cut out adjacent to the return bar, or through the break-out slot in the top cover.
For +24VDC systems, the battery positive cables are terminated to the battery distribution
module, and the negative cables are tied to the common return bar. The internal wiring of
the +24VDC systems is different to that shown in the figure only in the swapping of the
polarity of the live and common DC lines.
In standard Powershelf systems, not all of the 4 possible battery connection strings are
installed. The figure shows a battery distribution unit fitted with all the optional battery
strings possible. See BDM section below for details about adding extra battery strings or
load distribution lines to the BDM.
The M4 terminations at one end of the common return bar are available for connection of
the “central office earth” – the single point connection where the DC system is tied to the
building earthing system. This cable must be sized accordingly to carry the battery short
circuit current for the time required to clear the battery protection devices.
Note: Ensure the battery circuit breakers are open before connecting the batteries.
Connect the switched cable connections first, followed by the common return cable
connections.

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3.7 Temperature Sensors
The optional sensors for measuring ambient and battery temperature are the same device
(Part No. 804-1100-01). The system auto-detects if the sensor is plugged into one of the
positions (4) or (5) shown in Figure 2.4. If no sensor is installed, the MiniCSU-3 will show
“Not Available” in the menu items for the temperature measurements. Locate the ambient
sensor close to the intake air zone of the Powershelf. Locate the battery sensor on a
battery block in the middle shelf of the battery bank (likely hot zone).
3.8 Auxiliary relay connections
Figure 3.12 Alarm relay connections (right) and remote communications module
location (left)
The user configurable auxiliary relays contacts are shown above. The contacts are rated
for 1A 250VAC or 1A 32VDC and have >1kV isolation to the coils. The pin configuration
is: (Pin 1 at the right in Figure 3.12)
Relay # Pin # Pin function
1 N.O. (normally open)
2 N.C. (normally closed)
1
3 C (common)
4 N.O.
5 N.C.
2
6 C
7 N.O.
8 N.C.
3
9 C
10 N.O.
11 N.C.
4
12 C
13 N.O.
14 N.C.
5
15 C
The relays, being user configurable, can be
arranged to activate for multiple alarm
conditions or a single alarm only. The logic
can be inverted for individual relays so that
one becomes a controller failure indicator
(use the normally closed contact as this will
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3.9 MiniCSU-3 Power Connections
Power for the MiniCSU-3 and its peripherals is derived from the DC bus or the highest
charged battery. The Battery distribution module has reverse polarity protection circuit that
also serves to provide an “or-ing” of the highest supply voltage for the MiniCSU-3. There
is one common connection to the +VE bus (in the case of a –48V system) and one
connection each to the battery –VE bar on the LVDS and the –VE DC bus connection.
The system voltage is sensed and controlled solely on the connections to the DC bus (-VE
is sensed where it connects to the LVDS and the +VE is sensed on the common return
bar). This is considered close enough to the batteries to enable accurate temperature
compensated charging and long battery life. No additional user connections are required
to power the MiniCSU-3 or provide system voltage regulation, if the battery distribution
module is used.
If the battery distribution module is not used, then the power for the MiniCSU-3 and the
system voltage sensing must be provided through the specially reserved connector on the
MiniCSU-3 backplane, indicated as connection (7) in Figure 2.4. DO NOT use this
connection if the battery distribution module is used, as it will cause a voltage sensing
conflict.
3.10 Front Panel USB Communications connection
The front USB port on the MiniCSU-3 is configured as USB-slave and has a B-type
connector. A standard USB A-to-B cable is required. The MiniCSU-3 can only
communicate via the USB port to a PC running the WinCSU-2 software.
The USB connection requires that a USB driver be installed on the PC. The first time the
MiniCSU-3 is plugged into the PC via the USB port, a Microsoft® Windows dialogue box
will appear asking the user to install the MiniCSU-3 USB Interface drivers. The Microsoft®
Windows operating system should be able to find the drivers automatically on the
WinCSU-2 CD-ROM, assuming it is in the CD-ROM drive of the PC. A copy of the USB
drivers is kept in the C:\Program Files\Rectifier Technologies Pacific\WinCSU-2\Driver
after installation of the WinCSU-2 software.
If WinCSU-2 is running when the unit is plugged in, a WinCSU-2 dialogue box will appear
asking the user if they wish to connect to the unit immediately. Otherwise the user will
need to select the MiniCSU-3 from the available MiniCSU USB devices in USB section in
the Connection Setup.
3.11 Remote Communication connection
The optional remote communications modules, seen to the left of the alarm relay
connectors in Figure 3.12, can be one of the following:
P/N Description
152-1197-XX TCP/IP port
152-1209-XX WebCSU – TCP/IP, SNMP, Webpage, SNTP
152-1171-XX Opto-isolated RS-232
152-1172-XX Opto-isolated 4-wire RS-485
152-1173-XX Fibre Optic transceiver (RS-232 data protocol)
Embedded modems, either a standard modem or a point-to-point protocol (PPP) modem
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The following sections describe the interfaces in more detail and cover some of the set up
requirements for the more advanced interfaces.
3.11.1 Isolated RS232 Interface
This interface should be used if the distance between the Powershelf and a monitoring PC
is not greater than 15 meters. The module has standard 9-pin D-type connector. For
connection to a PC a “null modem” (or “cross-over”) cable should be used. Refer to the
Operation section of this manual.
3.11.2 Isolated RS485 Interface
This type of port allows connection though a distance up to 1200 meters. Up to 32
standard devices can be linked using twisted pair of wires. In high electrical noise
environment a shielded twisted pair is recommended. The figure below shows the pin
assignment of the port.
Figure 3.13 RS485 pin assignments
Due to the slow data rate (9600bps), termination of the line with resistors generally is not
required. However, if high rate of data corruption is experienced (slow data update in
monitoring program), line termination resistors should be installed at both ends of the
network. The value of the resistors depends on the gauge of the twisted pair and should
be equal (or closest) to line characteristic impedance. i.e. for a twisted pair of 24AWG
wires characteristic impedance of 100ohm – use a 100ohm resistor.
3.11.3 Optical Plastic Fibre Interface
This serial interface should be used in very high electromagnetic noise environment.
Maximum distance for reliable data transfer is 60m using standard cable, or 82m using
improved cable. Figure below shows functions of the optical terminations.
Figure 3.14 Fibre optic connector assignments

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For connection to a PC a suitable interface should be used (ie. Plastic Fibre Modem SY –
1025101 manufactured by Foxbro Company, a division of Invensys). Optical
cable/connectors are not provided. It can be ordered from your local Hewlett Packard
distributor (ask for Versatile Link Fiber Optic accessories data sheet).
3.11.4 TCP/IP and WebCSU Interfaces
The interface is a 10/100BASE-T Ethernet adaptor. The TCP/IP port sends MiniCSU-3
data over a network to a PC running WinCSU-2 control and monitoring software. The
WebCSU interface provides this function for up to 2 PCs on the network simultaneously as
well as providing SNMP traps on alarms, system time synchronisation to a global clock if
access to the internet is available, and a simplified system status Webpage (HTTP). Both
units have the same footprint and connections. If direct connection to a PC network port is
required, a cross-over network cable should be used. To set up WebCSU, refer to the
separate WebCSU manual on the CD.
To enable network access on the TCP/IP port, an IP address must be assigned to the port.
If access over the Internet is considered, the gateway address must be programmed as
well. There are several methods to do that, two are recommended and are described in
Appendix A. Other operating parameters of the interface are pre-programmed and should
not be changed.
To be able to assign a network address, the Ethernet address (referred to also as
hardware address or MAC ID) of the interface must be known. On the Powershelf top
cover is a small label indicating the MAC ID similar to one shown below.
Note: The interface IP address cannot be changed until the Powershelf has been
commissioned and the MiniCSU-3 controller is operational.
The MAC ID can have format 00-20-4A-24-BB-42 or 00:20:4A:24:BB:52.
3.11.5 Embedded Modems
This module has the full capability of a stand-alone modem. It also has an advantage of an
uninterrupted power source as it is supplied from the MiniCSU-3 controller. The module
connects the controller directly to the telephone line.
The main part of the Embedded Modem Interface is a Socket Modem MT5600SMI-34
manufactured by MultiTech Systems (USA). A Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP) socket
modem is also available that allows the data to be transferred via TCP/IP (network
protocol and error handling) over the phone line. Please check with your local Telecom
authorities if it has necessary approval (it is approved in Australia and USA). If an approval
has not been issued yet, an alternative, approved brand can be used. Please contact RTP
for advice.
The unit is designed for a Global Region. To assure correct operation in a country other
than the USA (default setting), programming of appropriate Country Code is required (see
the detailed MiniCSU-3 Operation manual on the CD). The table below lists supported
countries, approval status and corresponding codes.