GE F650 Manual

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Figure 1-1: Communications architecture (B6816F2)
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1.3 ENERVISTA 650 SETUP SOFTWARE CHAPTER 1:  GETTING STARTED
1.3  EnerVista 650 Setup software
1.3.1  System requirements
The relay front panel or the EnerVista 650 Setup software can be used to communica te with the relay. The software 
interface is the preferred method to edit settings and view  actual values because the computer monitor can display more 
information.
The minimum system requirements for the EnerVista 650 Setup software are as follows:
• Pentium® 4 (Core Duo recommended).
• Windows® XP with Service Pack 2 (Service Pack 3 
 recommended), Windows 7, or Windows 8
• 1 GB of RAM (2 GB recommended).
• 500 MB free hard drive space (1 GB recommended).
• 1024 x 768 display (1280 x 800 recommended).
• RS232 and USB serial and/or Ethernet por
 t for communications with the relay.
1.3.2  Installation
After ensuring the minimum requirements for using EnerVista 650 Setup are met (see previous section), obtain the 
software from the GE EnerVista DVD, or download from: http://www.gegridsolutions.com/multilin/ as follows:
1. Insert the GE EnerVista DVD into the DVD drive of your computer.
2. Click In
stall Now  and follow the installation instructions to install the complimentary EnerVista software.
3. When installation is complete, start the EnerVista Launchpad application.
4. Click  IED
  Setup in the  Launch Pad  window.
Figure 1-2: Launchpad window 
						

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5. Click Add Product  and select the “F650 Bay Controller” relay from th e Install Software window as shown below. Select 
the “Web” option to ensure the most recent software release, or select “CD” if you do not have a web connection, then 
click  Add Now  to list software items for the F650.
Figure 1-3: Add Product window
6. EnerVista Launchpad obtains the installation program from  the 
 Web or CD. Once the download is complete, double-
click the installation program to in stall the EnerVista 650 Setup software.
7. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the EnerVista 650 Setup software. When the  Welc
 ome window appears, 
click  Next  to continue with the installation. 
Figure 1-4: EnerVista 650 Setup installation 
						

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8. When the  Choose Destination Location  window is displayed, change the installation directory id needed by clicking 
Change…  and typing in the complete path name including the new directory name. Click  Next to continue with the 
installation.
Figure 1-5: EnerVista 650 Setup installation cont .
9. The default program group containing the application is added to as shown in the  Se
 lected Program Folder window. 
Click  Next to begin the installation process, and all the necessary program f iles are copied into the selected directory. 
Figure 1-6: Select program folder 
						

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10. To complete the installation, select the desired language for startup.
Figure 1-7: Language window
11. Click Fin
 ish to end the installation. The F650 device has been a dded to the list of installed IEDs in the EnerVista 
Launchpad window, as shown below.
Figure 1-8: EnerVista Launchpad 
						

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1.3.3   Connecting EnerVista  650 Setup t o the F650
This section is intended as a quick start guide to using the EnerVista 650 Setup software. Refer to section 4.1 in this manual 
for more information about the EnerVista 650 Setup software interface.
1.3.3.1  Conf iguring an Ethernet connection
Before starting, verify that the Ethernet network cable is proper ly connected to the Ethernet port on the back of the relay. 
1. Install and start the latest version of the EnerVista 650 Setup software (available from the GE EnerVista DVD or online 
from  http://www.gegridsol utions.com/multilin (see previous section for installation instructions).
2. Go to  Co
 mmunication > Computer .
3. Select Con
 trol Type as MODBUS TCP/IP  from the drop-down list . This option displays a number of interface 
parameters that must be entered for proper Ethernet communications.
4. Enter the relay IP address (from  Setpoint > 
 Product Setup > Communication Settings > Network > IP Address ) in the 
IP Address  field in MODBUS TCP/IP SETUP .
5. Enter the relay ModBus address (from  Setpoin
 t > Product Setup > Communication Settings > ModBus Protocol > 
ModBus Address COM1/COM2 setting ) in the Unit Identif ier (Slave Address) f ield.
6. Enter the ModBus port address (from  Setpoint > Pr
 oduct Setup > Communication Settings > ModBus Protocol > 
ModBus Port Number  setting) in the ModBus Port f ield.
7. The Device has now been configured for Ethernet communications. Click  ON 
 to begin communicating.
1.3.3.2  Conf iguring the RS232  connection
Before starting, verify that the RS232 serial cable, or the USB Cable, is properly connected to the RS232port or the USB port 
on the front panel of the relay.
1.Install and start the latest version of the EnerVista 650 Setup software (available from the GE EnerVista DVD or online 
from  http://www.gegridsol utio
 ns.com/index.htm (see previous section for installation instructions).
2. Go to  Co
 mmunication > Computer  and enter the following data referred to communications:
3. Under  Contr
 ol Type select No Control Type  from the drop-down list .
4. Enter the relay Slave Address (Se
 tpoint > Product Setup > Communication Settings > ModBus Protocol) in the Slave 
Address f ield. The default value is 254.
5. Enter the physical communications parameters (Baud rate and parity settings) from the  Set
 point > Product Setup > 
Communication Setting s > Serial Ports menu. Default values are 19200 for baud rate and none for parity.
6. The unit has now been conf igured for RS232  communications. Click  ON 
 to begin communicating. 
						

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1.4  650 hardware
1.4.1  Mounting & wiring
Refer to Chapter 3. Hardware for detailed mounting and wiring instructions.
1.4.2  650 communications
The Enervista 650 Setup software communica tes with the relay via the faceplate  USB port in hardware 04 (E in order code) 
or RS232 port or the rear RS485/Ethernet ports. To communicate via the faceplate  RS232 port, a standard “straight-
through” serial cable is used. The DB-9 male  end is connected  to the relay and the DB-9 or DB-25 female  end is connected 
to the PC COM1 or COM2 port as described in Figure 1-1: Relay- PC connection for RS232 front port. To communicate via 
USB port a male A / male B USB shielded wire is needed
To communicate via the F650 rear RS485 port from a PC RS232 port, the GE Multilin RS232/RS485 converter box is 
required. This device (catalog number F485) connects to the co mputer using a “straight-through” serial cable. A shielded 
twisted-pair (20, 22 or 24 AWG according to American standards; 0.25, 0.34 or 0.5 mm2 according to European standards) 
connects the F485 converter to the F650 rear communication port.
To minimize communication errors that can be caused by external noise, a shielded twisted pair is recommended. In order 
to avoid loops where external currents can flow, the cable shield must be grounded at one end only.
The converter box (-, +, GND) terminals are connected to the relay (SDA, SDB, GND) term inals respectively. For long 
communications cables (longer than 1 km), the RS485 circuit must be terminated in an RC network (i.e. 120 ohm, 1 nF). This 
circuit is shown in Figure 1-2: RS485 connection for 650 units, associated with the text Zt(*).
Figure 1-1: Relay- PC connection for RS232 front port
To minimize errors from noise, the use of shielded twisted pair wire is recommended. For corr ect operation, polarity must 
be respected, although a different polarity will not damage the unit. For instance, the relays must be connected with all 
RS485 SDA terminals connected together, and all SDB terminals connected together. This may result in confusion, as the 
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As a general rule, terminals labeled “A” should be connected to terminals “-“, and terminals “B” to “+”. The GND terminal 
should be connected to the common wire inside the shield, when provided. Otherwise, it should be connected to the shield. 
Each relay should also be daisy chained to the next relay in the system. A maximum of 32 relays can be connected in this 
manner without exceeding driver capability; for larger systems, additional serial channels must be added. It is also 
possible to use commercially available repeaters to increase the number of relays on a single channel. Do not use other 
connection configurations.
Lightening strikes and ground surge currents can cause large momentary voltage differences between remote ends of the 
communication link. For this reason, surge protection devices  are provided internally. To ensure maximum reliability, all 
equipment should have similar transient protection devices installed.
Figure 1-2: RS485 connection for 650 units
To communicate through the F650 rear Ethernet port from a PC, a crossover cable is required. If the connection is 
performed through a hub or a switch, a direct Ethernet cable is required.
1.4.3  Faceplate display
All messages are displayed on a 20x4 character LCD display. An optional graphic display is also available. Messages are 
displayed in different languages depending on the model and configuration settings. 
						

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1.4.4  Maintenance
1.4.4.1  General maintenance
The F650 requires minimum maintenance once it is commission ed into service. F650 is a microprocessor based relay and 
its characteristics do not change over time; as such no further functional tests are required. While the F650 performs 
continual self-tests, it is recommended that maintenance be  scheduled with other system maintenance. This maintenance 
can involve in-service, out-of-service, or unscheduled maintenance.
If it is concluded that the relay or one of its modules is of concern, contact GE Multilin or  one of its representative for 
prompt service.
1.4.4.2  In-service maintenance
1. Visual verif ication of the analog value integrity such as voltage and current (in comparison to other devices in the 
system).
2. Visual verif ication of active alarms, relay display messages and LED indications.
3. Visual inspection for any damage, corrosion, dust or loose wires.
4. Event recorder f ile download with further event analysis.
1.4.4.3  Out-of-service maintenance
1. Check wiring connections for f irmness.
2. Analog value (current , voltages, analog inputs) injection test and metering accuracy verif ication. Calibrated test  eq
 uipment is required.
3. Protection element setpoint verif ication (analog values inje c
 tion or visual verif ication of setting f ile entries against 
relay settings).
4. Contact inputs and outputs verif ication. This test can be conducted by direct change of state forcing or as part of the  syst
 em functional testing.
5. Visual inspection for any damage, corrosion or dust .
6. Event recorder f ile download with further events analysis.
1.4.4.4  Unscheduled maintenance
Unscheduled maintenance such as during a disturbance causing system interruption:
• View the event recorder and oscillography or fault report for correct operation of inputs,outputs and elements.
1.4.5  Storage
Store the unit indoors in a cool, dry place. If possible, store in the original packaging. Follow the storage temperature range  
outlined in the Specifications.
NOTICETo avoid deterioration of electrolytic capacitors, power up units that are stored in a de-energized 
state once per year, for one hour continuously.
NOTICETo avoid deterioration of electrolytic capacitors, power up units that are stored in a de-energized 
state once per year, for one hour continuously. 
						

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1.4.6  Repairs
The firmware and software can be upgraded without return of the device to the factory.
For issues not solved by troubleshooting, the process to return the device to the factory for repair is as follows:
• Contact a GE Grid Solutions Technical Support Center. Contact information is found in the f irst chapter.
• Obtain a Return Materials Authorization (RMA) number from the Technical Support Center.
• Verify that the RMA and Commercial Invoice received have the correct information.
• T ightly pack the unit in a box with bubble wrap, foam material, or styrofoam inserts or packaging peanuts to cushion 
the it
 em(s). You may also use double boxing whereby you plac e the box in a larger box that contains at least 5 cm of 
cushioning material.
• Ship the unit by courier or freight forwarder, along with the Commercial Invoice and RMA, to the factory. 
• Fax a copy of the shipping information to the GE Grid Solutions service department . Customers are responsible for  shipp
 ing costs to the factory, regardless of whether the unit is under warranty. 
Use the detailed return procedure outlined at
https://www.gegridsolutions.com/multilin/support/ret_proc.htm
The current warranty and return information are outlined at
https://www.gegridsolutions.com/multilin/warranty.htm
1.4.7  Disposal
The F650 is intended to be part of defective large-scale stationary industrial tools and large-scale fixed installations. This 
product cannot be disposed of as unsorted municipal waste in the European Union. For proper recycling return this 
product to your supplier or a designated collection point. For more information go to www.recyclethis.info.