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1.1.1.2  Communication board withdrawal/insertion
The modular design of the relay allows for the withdrawal and insertion of the communication module.
Figure 1-1: Module withdrawal/insertion shows the location of communication modules on the rear part of the relay. 
Qualified personnel must carry out the insertion or extraction of the communication boards only after disconnecting the 
relay auxiliary voltage and ensuring that all the rear terminals are potential free.
Communication boards are installed on the rear of th e unit, with upper port reserved for the asynchronous 
communications board and CAN bus, and the lower port for the  ETHERNET board. (The Ethernet module can be withdrawn 
or inserted only in models with Rear Ethernet Communication Board 2: B, C, D or E. For the remaining options, 
Ethernet communications are included in the main CPU).
Figure 1-1: Module withdrawal/insertion
WARNINGMODULE WITHDRAWAL AND INSERTION SHALL  ONLY BE PERFORMED BY DULY QUALIFIED 
SERVICE PERSONNEL. FOR PERSONAL SECURITY PURPOSES, BEFORE ACCOMPLISHING ANY 
WITHDRAWAL OR INSERTION OPERATION, THE RELAY MUST BE POWERED OFF AND ALL THE REAR 
TERMINALS MUST BE POTENTIAL FREE. THE RELAY MUST BE GROUNDED USING THE REAR 
GROUNDING SCREW.
Before performing any of these actions, control power must be removed from the relay and all the rear terminals must 
be potential free. A grounded antistatic wristband must be  used when manipulating the module in order to avoid 
electrostatic discharges that may cause damage to the electronic components.
WITHDRAWAL: Loosen the small screws that keep the faceplate in place and extract the module. 
INSERTION: Insert the module and press it firmly in the case, until it is completely fixed. After this, bolt the faceplate 
screws and replace the control power. Check that the relay is fully operative.
GE Multilin will not be responsible for any damage to th e relay, connected equipment or personnel whenever these 
safety rules are not followed. 
						

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1.1.1.3  Magnetic module terminals
The transformer module for the VTs and CTs is already connected to a female connector screwed to the case. The current 
inputs incorporate shorting bars, so that the module can be extracted without the need to short-circuit the currents 
externally. It is very important, for safety reasons, not to change or switch the terminals for CTs and VTs.
Figure 1-1: Rear view of F650 unit
GE Multilin will not be responsible for any damage of the relay, connected equipment or personnel whenever 
these safety rules are not followed. 
						

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1.1.2  Inspection checklist
1. Unwrap the relay and inspect the relay for physical damage.
2. View the nameplate and verify that the correct model has been or
dered and delivered. The model number is at the 
top.
Figure 1-2: Identif ication label (A4454P6)
Please ensure that you received the following items with your relay:
• Mounting screws for f ixing the relay to a cabinet
• GE EnerVista™ DVD (includes the EnerVista 650  Setup 
 software and manuals in PDF format)
• Wiring diagram.
• Certif icate of Compliance
For product information, instruction manual updates, and the latest software updates, please visit the GE Multilin Home 
Page: http://www.gegridsolutions.com/multilin 
						

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Note: If there is any physical damage detected on the relay, or any of the contents list ed are missing, please contact 
GE Grid Solutions, Multilin immediately:
EUROPE, MIDDLE EAST AND AFRICA:
GE Grid Solutions
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Tel.: (34) 94-485 88 54
Fax: (34) 94-485 88 38
E-mail: [email protected]
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Canada L6C 0M1
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Tel.: +1 905 927 7070
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Should you wish to receive additional information, or for any particular problem that cannot be solved by referring to the 
information contained herein, please contact General Electric, Grid Solutions.
CAUTIONThe information provided herein is not intended to cover all the details of the variations of the 
equipment , nor does it take into account th e circumstances that may be present in your 
installation, operating or maintenance activities. 
						

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1.1.3  Safety instructions
The F650 ground screw shown in Figure 1-3: Location of grounding screw must be correctly grounded.
Figure 1-3: Location of grounding screw
Before communicating with the F650 through the front USB port , ensure that the computers power supply is grounded. 
When using a laptop, it is recommended that the power supply be disconnected. In many cases the laptop may not be 
correctly grounded either due to the power supply or to the connector cables used.
GE Multilin will not be responsible for any damage to the relay or connected equipment when this basic safety rule 
is not followed. 
						

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1.1.3.1  General safety instructions
• Failure to practice safe working procedures is likely to damage the equipment , cause severe injury and/or death.
• The use of appropriate safety gloves, safety glasses and pr
 otective clothing are recommended during equipment 
installation, maintenance and service of the equipment .
• All procedures must be strictly adhered to.
• Failure to observe and follow the in structi
 ons provided in the equipment manual(s) could cause irreversible 
damage to the equipment and could lead to prop erty damage, personal injury and/or death.
• Before attempting to use the equipment , it is important that all danger and caution indicators are reviewed.
• If the equipment is used in a manner not specif ied by  t
 he manufacturer or functions abnormally, proceed with 
caution. Otherwise, the protection provided by the  equipment may be impaired and can result in Impaired 
operation and injury.
• Beware of potential hazards, wear personal protective  e
 quipment and carefully inspect the work area for tools 
and objects that may have been left inside the equipment .
• Caution: Hazardous voltages can  caus
 e shock, burns or death.
• Test/Installation/Service personnel must be familiar with  general device t
 est practices, safety precautions and 
follow standard ESD precautions to avoi d personal injury or equipment damage.
• Before performing visual inspections, tests, or periodic  m
 aintenance on this device or associated circuits, isolate 
or disconnect all hazardous live circ uits and sources of electric power.
• Failure to shut equipment power off prior to removing  the pow
 er connections could expose you to dangerous 
voltages causing injury or death.
• All recommended equipment that should be grounded  must hav
 e a reliable and un-compromised grounding path 
for safety purposes, protection against electromagn etic interference and proper device operation.
• Equipment grounds should be bonded together and connec t
 ed to the facilitys main ground system for primary 
power.
• Keep all ground leads as short as possible.
• At all times, equipment ground terminal mu st b
 e grounded during device operation.
• While the equipment manual may suggest several safety an d 
 reliability steps, safety precautions must be used in 
conjunction with the safety codes in force at your location.
• LED transmitters are classif ied as IEC 60825-1 Accessible Emission Li
 mit (AEL) Class 1M. Class 1M devices are 
considered safe to the unaided eye. Do not view directly with optical instruments.
• It is the responsibility of the user to check the equipment r
 atings and installation instructions prior to 
commissioning, service.
• Use a lift system with side rails/bucket to reduce a fall hazar
 d as opposed to other means when installing or 
servicing.
• In addition to the safety precautions  mentioned all ele
 ctrical connections made must respect the applicable local 
jurisdiction electrical code.
• Before working on CTs, they must be short circuited.
• Do not remove the voltage terminal bl ocks
  or disconnect the voltage input wires when the voltage phases are 
live. The voltage inputs must be de -energized prior to any servicing.
CAUTION 
						

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1.1.3.2  Warning symbols
The following table explains the meaning of warning symbols that may appear on the device or in this manual.
Note: Read all instructions included in package before using your product. Additional safety information
Product Safety Supplement document available at; http://www.gegridsolutions.com/ProductSafety/
The relevant circuit is direct current .
Le circuit principal est à courant continu.
The relevant circuit is alternating current .
Le circuit principal est à courant alternatif.
CAUTION: Refer t
 o the documentation for important operating and maintenance 
instructions. Failure to take or avoid a specif ied action can result in loss of data or 
physical damage.
AVERTISSEMENT :
  Se réferer à la documentation pour lentretien et lutilisation. 
Labsence ou èviter de prender des mesure s spècif iques peut entraîner des pertes 
de données ou même caus er des dommages physiques.
WA RNING ! 
Dangerous voltage constituting a risk of electric shock is present 
within the unit . Failure to take or avoid a specif ied action can result in physical 
harm to the user.
AVERTISSEMENT ! T
 ensions dangereuses comportant un risque de choc électrique 
sont presents dans lequipement . Labsence ou èviter de prender des mesures 
spècif iques peut causer des dommages physiques à lutilisateur.
CAUTION : Cla
 ss 1M Laser (IEC 60825-1 Safety of laser products)
DO NOT VIEW DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS.
AVERTISSEMENT : La
 ser de classe 1M (IEC60825-1) ÉVITER DE REGARDER 
DIRECTEMENT LE DISPOSITIF QUI ÉMET LE LASER OPTIQUE.
CAUTION : Hot sur
 face.
AVERTISSEMENT : Su
 rface chaude.
Earth (Ground) Terminal.
Terminal de terre (masse).
Protective Earth Terminal.
Terminal de terre de protection.
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1.2  Overview
1.2.1  Introduction to the 650 family of relays
The GE 650 family relay is a new generation of digital and  multifunction equipment that is easily incorporated into 
automation systems, at both the station and enterprise levels.
1.2.2  Hardware architecture
1.2.2.1  F650 basic design
The 650 is a digital-based device containing a central processing unit (CPU) that handles multiple types of input and output 
signals. The 650 family can communicate over a local area network (LAN)  with an operator interface, a programming 
device, or another 650 device.
The CPU module contains firmware that provides protection elements in the form of logic algorithms, as well as 
programming logic gates, timers, and latches for control features.
Input Elements accept a variety of analog or digital signals from the  field. The 650 isolates and converts these signals into 
logic signals used by the relay. 
Output Elements convert and isolate the logic signals generated by the relay into digital signals that can be used to 
control field devices.
Figure 1-1: 650 concept block diagram 
						

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1.2.2.2  F650 signal type
Contact Inputs/Outputs: Digital signals.
CT and VT inputs: Signals coming from the inputs of current and voltage transformers, used for monitoring the power 
system signals.
Remote CAN Bus Inputs/Outputs: Signals associated with physical input/output contacts from a Remote Digital Input/
Output Module (CIO) connected to the 650 unit via the CAN Bus existing in options X, Y, Z, C and M for rear serial 
communication board 1.
PLC: Programmable Logic Controller. Control module that enabl es the unit configuration (assignment of inputs/outputs) 
and the implementation of logic circuits.
Protection Elements: Relay protection elements, for example: Overcurrent, overvoltage, etc.
Remote inputs and outputs: Provide a means of sharing digital point state information between remote devices using IEC 
61850 GSSE and GOOSE messages. 
Analog Inputs: Signals associated with transducers.
1.2.3  Communications architecture
A dedicated serial port is used for communication between the main processor and the human-machine interface. The 
serial connection provides immunity against electromagnetic disturbances, thus increasing system safety.
All 650 units incorporate one RS232 (USB or DB9)serial port on the front of the relay. They can also incorporate up to two 
additional communication modules on the rear.
One of the modules provides asynchronous serial communications, using different physical media (RS485 + cable remote 
CAN bus I/O, plastic or glass fiber optic) depending on the selected model. The module incorporates  two identical ports, 
COM1 and COM2. The COM2 port is multiplexed with the front port. Additionally, this module may incorporate a  port for 
CAN bus communications, used for the connection to the remote CAN Bus I/O module. This feature increases the I/O 
capability by up to 100% if the maximum number of I/Os available inside the relay is not enough for a specific application. 
Available options are:
Table 1-1:  Rear serial communications board 1
The other module provides Ethernet communications (ETH Port), using 10/100Bas eTX (self-negotiable speed) or 100BaseFX 
connectors, depending on the selected model. The most complete models include a double redundant 100BaseFX fiber 
optic port. Redundancy is provided at the physical level, for options D and E; the unit incorporates internally duplicated 
and independent controllers for extended system reliability and accessibility.
Board CodeFunctionality
F Without additional communication ports
A Two RS485 ports
P Two Plastic F.O. ports
G Two Glass F.O. ports
X Two RS485 ports and a CAN port for remote CAN bus Inputs/Outputs 
Y Two Plastic F.O. ports and a CAN port for remote CAN bus Inputs/Outputs (f iber)
Z Two Glass F.O. ports and a CAN port for remote CAN bus Inputs/Outputs (f iber)
C CAN port for remote CAN Bus I/O (cable)
M RS485 + RS485 port and a CAN port for remote CAN Bus I/O (cable) 
						

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Available Options are:
Table 1-2: REAR ETHERNET COMMUNICATIONS BOARD 2
For options C and D you must select the active physical media, by means of an internal selector inside the module. The 
factory configuration for this selection is the 10/100BaseTX port. For firmware versions 7.00 and above, the following 
options are available:
Finally, internal communication with input and output modules is performed via an internal CAN Bus, independent of the 
one used for remote CAN Bus I/Os. This provides increased communication speed, and acknowledgement of modules, 
abnormalities, etc. As this is a serial port supporting a communications protocol, it provides  immunity against external or 
internal disturbances.
Board CodeFunctionality
B One 10/100BaseTX port (self-negotiable speed)
C One 10/100BaseTX port and one 100BaseFX port .
D One 10/100BaseTX port and redundant 100BaseFX ports
E Redundant 10/100BaseTX ports
G 1588, 10/100 Base TX* + 100 Base TX 
H 1588, 10/100 Base TX* + 100 Base FX 
J PRP, 1588, 10/100 Base TX* + Redundant 100 Base FX 
K PRP, HSR, RSTP, 1588, 10/100 Base TX* + Redundant 100 Base FX 
L PRP, 1588, 10/100 Base TX + Redundant 100 Base TX 
M PRP, HSR, RSTP, 1588, 10/100 Base TX + Redundant 100 Base TX