NU-LEC PTY LTD

WSOS
Windows Switchgear Operating System

User Guide

Scope
This document provides a guide to understanding of the concepts and use of the
Nu-Lec Windows Switchgear Operating System (WSOS) for the Nu-Lec range of
intelligent pole top switchgear.
 License Conditions
The following conditions of purchase and use apply to users of Nu-Lec's Windows
Switchgear Operating System (WSOS).
• A software license is granted for the WSOS program supplied on the enclosed
diskettes in the form of a WSOS Serial Number.
• The purchaser may copy this WSOS program and transfer to as many computer
systems as required.
• The purchaser may copy the WSOS documentation as required.

• The purchaser may not re-sell or give away the WSOS program or
documentation to any third party.
• The purchase price for each copy of the WSOS software and manual includes
one hour of telephone support from Nu-Lec Pty Ltd or its nominated agent.
• No warranty of the software or documentation on its correctness or fitness of
purpose is provided.
• No liability is accepted for any direct or consequential damage incurred by the
user or his customers through the use of this software or documentation or
caused by defects in this software or documentation.

Nu-Lec Pty Ltd

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Australia
Document Part No: N00-218
Document Revision: R05 – 17/05/01
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 Contents
INTRODUCTION............................................................................................................1
What is WSOS ? ...............................................................................................1
WSOS Features.................................................................................................1
Using This Manual ...........................................................................................1
Applicability......................................................................................................1
INSTALLATION.............................................................................................................3
Hardware Requirements...................................................................................3
Setup...................................................................................................................3
Directory Structure............................................................................................4
GETTING STARTED......................................................................................................5
Running WSOS ................................................................................................5
Screen Layout....................................................................................................6
Familiarisation with WSOS .............................................................................7
FUNDAMENTALS OF WSOS .......................................................................................9
WSOS Versions and Operating Levels...........................................................9
Switchgear Files................................................................................................9
Off-Line and On-Line.....................................................................................10
Open/Close Display........................................................................................11
Poll Button.......................................................................................................11
WSOS Access Levels.....................................................................................11
Printing.............................................................................................................12
Leaving WSOS ...............................................................................................12
CONFIGURATION FILES .............................................................................................13
Introduction .....................................................................................................13
Working Directory ........................................................................................13
Switchgear Files..............................................................................................13
Read Switchgear Settings From Switchgear ................................................14
Write Switchgear Settings To Switchgear....................................................14
Compare Switchgear Settings........................................................................14
File Tips:..........................................................................................................14
HISTORY FILES ..........................................................................................................17
Introduction .....................................................................................................17
Event Log History...........................................................................................17
Weekly Demand History................................................................................17
Average Demand History...............................................................................17
Transfer of Historical Files Between Computers.........................................18
Exporting Historical Data to Other Programs ..............................................18
COMMUNICATIONS....................................................................................................19
Introduction .....................................................................................................19
Direct................................................................................................................19
Modem.............................................................................................................19
 Radio................................................................................................................ 19
N Series to PC Cables .................................................................................... 20
Modem Configuration.................................................................................... 21
Switchgear Modem ........................................................................................ 21
Banksia IG5500 Industrial Grade Modem (Switchgear Modem) ................................ 21
Mosaic 2400BX Intelligent Modem (Switchgear Modem).......................................... 23
Mobile Phone (Switchgear Modem)............................................................................... 24
Base Station modem....................................................................................... 25
Banksia IG5500 Industrial Grade Modem (Base Station Modem).............................. 25
Mosaic 2400BX Intelligent Modem (Base Station Modem)........................................ 26
Banksia My Fast Modem - V.34 (Base Station Modem)............................................. 27
Avtek Flash Modem 288 (Base Station Modem).......................................................... 27
Nokia 2210e Cell Phone and Nokia Cellular Data Card (Base Station Modem)........ 27
Radio Installation............................................................................................ 28
CAPM Radio Installation .............................................................................. 28
Radio Base Station ......................................................................................... 29
Testing Radio Link......................................................................................... 30
Radio Troubleshooting .................................................................................. 31
R Series to PC Cables .................................................................................... 33
CUSTOMER SUPPORT ................................................................................................ 35
INDEX ........................................................................................................................ 37
 Installation

Introduction
Introduces the WSOS package, its main features and the scope and purpose of this document.

What is WSOS ?
The WSOS software package has been developed by Nu-Lec to allow PC-based
control and configuration of the Nu-Lec range of intelligent switchgear.
WSOS can be used “On-Line” to directly control switchgear over a
communications link or the program can be used to set up switchgear
configurations "Off-Line" for down-loading “On-Line” to the switchgear at a later
date. This enables protection engineers to manage a large number of Reclosers or
Load Break Switches from a desktop or portable PC.
In addition WSOS provides for storage, viewing and export of historical data
which has been recorded by the switchgear controller.

WSOS Features
• Advanced mouse or keyboard driven graphical user interface
• An intuitive menu-oriented structure and context-sensitive help instructions
that make it easy to use even for a novice computer user.
• Password protected access levels, which restrict the capability of different
users by a password system.
• Historical data management, which retrieves, recorded data from the
switchgear for display, printing and storage. Examples of this data are event
records or demand history.
• Switchgear can be accessed by direct connection to the users PC or over a
radio link or telephone line.

Using This Manual

This manual is a guide to the installation and capabilities of the WSOS program,
written to help the user get the most out of WSOS.
The on-line help provided by WSOS gives more detailed information on each of
the screens and the user facilities provided.
The best way to learn WSOS is simply to follow the Installation and Getting
Started sections in this manual which tell you how to install and explore WSOS.

Applicability
This manual applies to WSOS version 3.XX. Your version can be determined with
the Help-About command.

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 Installation

Installation
How to install WSOS on the computer.

Hardware Requirements

 WSOS has different requirements depending on whether you are using the
16 bit or 32 bit version. The 16 bit version requires a computer running Windows
3.1 (or 3.11) with 8 MByte RAM and 10 Mbyte of disc space.
The 32 bit version requires a computer running Windows 95/NT with 16 MByte
RAM and 10 Mbyte of disc space.
A mouse or other pointing device is recommended but not essential. To use a
mouse the operating system must be configured for use with a mouse (refer to the
operating system documentation).
Connection to the target switchgear requires a serial port (COMM Port).
Print-outs are directed to the current Windows printer.

Setup

 WSOS uses a “setup” program to install itself onto the hard disk. This
program creates subdirectories and copies files to make a working WSOS
subdirectory on the hard disk drive.
To install the 16 bit Windows 3.1 version of WSOS, follow these steps:
• Insert WSOS disk 1 into drive “A”.
• From “Program Manager” select “File”, then select “Run”.
• Type in “a:\setup” (or “b:\setup” if the install disk is in the B drive)
• Follow the instructions on the screen.
To install the 32 bit Windows 95/NT version of WSOS, follow these steps:
• If installing on to a NT machine, ensure you have administration privileges.
• Insert WSOS disk 1 into drive “A”.
• From “Start” button, select “Run”.
• Type in “a:\setup” (or “b:\setup” if the install disk is in the B drive)
• Follow the instructions on the screen.

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Directory Structure

 Installing WSOS creates the following directories on the hard disk drive,
the WSOS directory is off the root directory and the “Sample” directory is off the
WSOS directory:

ROOT DIR

WSOS

SAMPLE

The “WSOS” directory contains all the files required to run WSOS, including
WSOS.EXE, the help files and the WSOS control files.
The “SAMPLE” subdirectory contains a sample switchgear configuration and
history files.
You will probably set up other directories to hold configurations for your “target”
switchgear, this is explained in detail in the “Configuration Files” section on page
13.

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 Getting Started

Getting Started
How to start WSOS and become familiar with the program.

Running WSOS

• To run WSOS, it must be correctly installed onto the hard disk drive - see
the Installation section on page 3, for installation procedures.
• To start the 16 bit Windows 3.1 version of WSOS, follow these steps:
• Select the program group WSOS,
• Double click on the WSOS icon.
• To start the 32 bit Windows 95/NT version of WSOS, follow these steps:
• From the “Start” button select “Programs”,
• Click on the WSOS icon.

If this is the first time the program has been run it will ask for a Program Serial
Number. This number is printed on the disks provided. If no serial number is
entered, WSOS will run in demonstration mode.

WSOS will start up and display a list of the available switchgear to choose from.

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Getting Started

The switchgear chosen from this menu becomes the working configuration file for
this WSOS session. The file contains the configuration parameters corresponding
to a particular Recloser or Load Break Switch. Refer to Configuration Files
section on page 13 for more information. The first time you start choose the
“sample” provided at installation time.
Once selected all of the data displayed by WSOS comes from this file, this is the
“Off-Line” mode. However when WSOS is “On-Line” , the data is read directly
from the switchgear. The difference between “On-Line” and “Off-Line” is
discussed further in the Fundamentals of WSOS section on page 9.

Screen Layout
WSOS then presents the main screen.
At the top of the screen is the “title bar” which shows the license holder the
operating level and the name of the switchgear in session. In the example below
the license holder is D Murray, the operating level is Modem and the currently
selected switchgear is called “MainSt23”.

Under the title bar is the “menu bar” (example below). Each of these menu options
has further drop-down options when selected. . If a menu item is disabled or not
valid it is greyed out. The menu options are described in detail in the on-line help.

Under the menu bar is the “tool bar” which provides easy selection of the most
frequently used WSOS features (example below). The buttons on the tool bar
either give access to new screens or perform common functions.

At the bottom of the screen is the status line. The status line contains a brief
description of a menu item when one is selected and the “Num Lock”, “Caps
Lock” status and the current time.

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Familiarisation with WSOS

Click on the “Protection” and “Status” buttons in the tool bar. These open
windows for the most commonly used WSOS functions. Spend time configuring
the settings for the “Sample” switchgear then explore the other buttons in the tool
bar. Use the on-line help for each screen if necessary.
Enter the “On-Line” mode by clicking the On-Line button. Note that the “On-
Line” mode will not work unless there is a recloser or load break switch
connected. When “On-Line” you will be changing the settings of the switchgear
so take care if it is in service.
You are now ready to read the rest of this manual, set up any working directories
you may require and start configuring switchgear.

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 Fundamentals Of WSOS

Fundamentals of WSOS
The most important features of WSOS.

WSOS Versions and Operating Levels

There are two versions of WSOS, a 16 bit Windows 3.1 version and a 32 bit
Windows 95/NT version. The 16 bit version has three possible operating levels
1. Demonstration
2. Direct Connection
3. Modem Connection
The 32 bit Windows 95/NT version has five possible operating levels.
1. Demonstration
2. Direct Connection
3. Modem Connection
4. Radio Connection
5. Multiple Connections
The operating level is set by the program serial number supplied to the user by
Nu-lec. The user enters the program serial number into WSOS. Contact Nu-lec or
your representatives to purchase the required program serial number.
The Demonstration level allows the features of WSOS to be tried but the user
cannot control or configure “real” switchgear.
The Direct connection level allows connection to a switchgear device using a
serial cable for configuration, control or down-loading.
The Modem Connection level allows not only direct connection using a serial
cable but also connection using a dialup modem either over telephone lines or a
cellular telephone system.
The Radio Connection level allows direct connection, modem connection and
radio connection using a VHF or UHF radio system.
The Multiple Connections level allows multiple direct connections, multiple
modem connections and multiple radio connections all at the same time.

Switchgear Files
When WSOS is started the user is prompted to select a configuration file that holds
configuration data for a particular Recloser or Load Break Switch. The
configuration data includes all the protection settings and other important data for
the switchgear. The user manages his population of switchgear by managing the
corresponding configuration files on the computer.

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Fundamentals Of WSOS

It is possible to set up a configuration file on the computer and write it to the

switchgear to set its configuration. Conversely, it is possible to retrieve the
configuration from the switchgear and write it to file.
It is important to set up the correct directory structures to manage the switchgear
and to understand the commands that are provided by WSOS to manage the files.
This is described in more detail in Configuration Files on page 13.
When historical data is retrieved from the switchgear (such as an event record) it is
held in separate files in the same directory as the configuration file. The history
files can be viewed in WSOS or exported into other programs such as
spreadsheets. This is described in more detail in History Files on page 17.

Off-Line and On-Line

WSOS is “Off-Line” when a configuration file is selected with the File-Open
command. This means that the data on the WSOS screens is coming from the
configuration file.
When “On-Line” the data on the screen is coming from the switchgear over a
serial data link. This could be a cable, or a phone line or a radio. When “On-Line”
the switchgear can be tripped/closed and otherwise controlled.
To go “On-Line” , make sure the communications link is connected correctly and
that the correct switchgear configuration file is open and click the “On-Line”
button. A warning message will be displayed if the switchgear does not match the
one in the current configuration file.
WSOS will read all of the switchgear parameters displayed on the current page
from the switchgear and display them on the screen. Note that this does not
automatically change the settings in the current switchgear configuration file. To
update the switchgear configuration file from the switchgear, execute the options-
Read Switchgear Settings From The Switchgear command.
To go “Off-line” , click the Off-line button.

Note
The CAPM will not communicate with WSOS unless it has been correctly
licensed. WSOS will display a warning message if the CAPM is not licensed (see
On-line help for instructions on installing the license number into a CAPM).
CAPM licenses can be purchased from your Nu-lec distributor.

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Open/Close Display
The dialogue box shown below appears whenever “On-Line” to the switchgear.
This is an indication of the open or close state of the switchgear. This dialogue box
can only be removed from the screen by going “Off-Line”.

Poll Button
When On-Line , WSOS retrieves data from the switchgear to update the display,
see section “Communications” on page 18. Pressing the polling button forces this
update to take place and is useful for ensuring that the data on display matches the
switchgear data.

WSOS Access Levels

The actions a user is able to be carried out with WSOS are restricted by a system of
Access Levels and Passwords. The higher the access level, the more actions the
user is permitted, if they know the right password. Access levels are as follows: -

Access Action Password

Level
Connect Can go “On-Line” to the switchgear. Set in WSOS by
(lowest Can look at settings, can not trip or Customise-Password
level) close, can not change protection Control command
settings or WSOS setup.

Operator As for Connect Level but can trip or Set in WSOS by

close and change “Operator” settings Customise-Password
- refer switchgear manual. Control command
Technician As for Operator Level but can change Set in WSOS by
protection settings. This is the same Configuration -
as the password protection on the Switchgear Password
switchgear operator control panel. parameter.
Refer switchgear manual.

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System As for Technician Level but can Set in WSOS by

(highest change WSOS setup. Customise-Password
level) Control command

WSOS starts up with no password level. When an action requires a password, the
password level for that action is requested. If the password for that level has
already been entered, it is not asked for again. If a different action requires a
higher-level password access than the one current level, the password is requested.
For example, if an action that requires the “Operator” level is requested and the
“Operator” password is correctly entered then that action take place. If later on in
the session another action that requires the “Operator” level is requested the action
takes place at once. However, if a different action that requires the “Technician”
level is requested then the technician password must be entered.
The Operator Control Panel on the switchgear also requires a password to be
entered to alter some fields. This is equivalent to the technician access level and
uses the same password.
On delivery, all passwords are “NULEC”. Once set it cannot be altered without
knowledge of the existing System's password. Hence it is strongly recommended
that the password be noted for future use.

Printing
WSOS can direct several types of print data to the default printer set for the
operating system. These are:
• The currently highlighted screen.
• Historical data.
• Configuration Data
• The result of the Options - Compare Switchgear Settings command.
Consult the on-line help for more details.

Leaving WSOS
The “Exit” button on the tool-bar saves parameter changes to the current
configuration file and closes WSOS. This is the only acceptable way to terminate a
WSOS session. If the computer is restarted while WSOS is running any changes
made to the switchgear configuration file will be lost.

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Configuration Files
Switchgear configuration files explained

Introduction
WSOS holds the configuration of each Recloser or Load Break Switch in a
separate switchgear configuration file. When not “On-Line” WSOS works with
the data in this file. This enables configurations to be up-loaded from the
switchgear and examined off line at a later date and for configurations to be set up
“Off-Line” and later down-loaded into the switchgear in the field. If the recloser
supports multiple protection settings, each protection setting is stored within the
switchgear configuration file.

Working Directory
When opening files WSOS searches the current working directory to find
switchgear configuration files. The working directory defaults to the installed
WSOS directory (c:\wsos) but can be set using the Customise-Working Directory
command. Any new switchgear that is created is stored in under the working
directory.
This allows the user to set up multiple working directories that reflect their
requirements. For example different directories might be set up for different
geographical regions, or different line voltages or for Reclosers and Load Break
Switches.

Switchgear Files
WSOS creates multiple data files for each item of switchgear. The most important
is the configuration file which has the name given to the switchgear and a “.sos”
extension.
All the files for each switchgear item are stored in a directory under the working
directory that is the name of the switchgear.
For example, If the name of the switchgear is “MainSt23”, the directory is called
“MainSt23” and the file is called “MainSt23.SOS”.
c:\wsos
MainSt23
MainSt23.sos

To pass a set of files to another user on a different PC the whole directory for that
device should be copied. The File-Copy option is provided for this purpose. The
copy option allows the user to specify if only the configuration file is to be copied
or if the history files are also to be copied.

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Configuration Files

To make a configuration file for a new device from an existing one use the File-
Save As command. This is the best way to make new devices based on a standard
configuration.
History files for that Recloser or Load Break Switch are stored in the same
directory along with the configuration file. For more information refer to History
Files on page 17.

Read Switchgear Settings From Switchgear

The command Options-Read Switchgear Settings from the Switchgear reads all of
the configuration and current operating settings from the “On-Line” switchgear
and writes it to the current configuration file. The configuration settings can
contain multiple protection settings if supported by the switchgear.

Write Switchgear Settings To Switchgear

The command Options-Write Switchgear Settings To Switchgear writes all of the
configuration settings (not operating settings such as Auto-Reclose ON) from the
current configuration file into the “On-Line” switchgear. The configuration
settings can contain multiple protection settings if supported by the switchgear.

Compare Switchgear Settings

The command Options-Compare Switchgear Settings compares the settings
between the current switchgear configuration file and the “On-Line” switchgear.
Any fields with conflicting values or settings are displayed.
This function is useful to check if the switchgear and configuration files are in
alignment without risking overwriting either the settings or the file.

File Tips:
In general, keep in mind the following points regarding switchgear configuration
files:
• A separate configuration file should be kept for each item of switchgear
WSOS administers and this file should be maintained to match the
configuration of the switchgear.
• The File-New command creates a new file with the default configuration.
• The File-Save As command creates a new file based on an existing one (but
does not copy the historical files).
• The File-Copy command is used to write or read a switchgear configuration
to/from floppy disc for use on another computer. This command can copy
not only the configuration files but also the history files.
• The settings in the configuration file are displayed when “Off-Line”. The
settings in the switchgear are displayed when “On-Line” .

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 Configuration Files

• Options - Compare Switchgear Settings is used to view the differences

between the configuration file and the configuration in the switchgear.

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 History Files

History Files
History Files hold historical data that has been up-loaded from the switchgear.

Introduction
The Nu-lec intelligent switchgear controller records historical information such as
event records (refer the switchgear manual for full details). This data can be
extracted (up-loaded) from the controller by WSOS.
There are two advantages in this.
• There is limited memory on the controller for this data. This means that if it
is not extracted within certain time limits (eg. six months) then it will be
overwritten with more recent data and lost. Up-loading to the computer’s
disc give practically unlimited memory for this data.
• WSOS provides user friendly displays of this data and can export the data in
file formats suitable for spreadsheets or other PC programs for further
analysis.
The history dialog box on the menu bar provides access to the history data. The
on-line help details how to upload the data.
Unless the settings are changed from the defaults, WSOS will always upload the
most recent historical data requested and append it to the history files on the PC
disc. In this way a complete and ever growing record of the switchgear and the
power line is maintained. All the user has to do is carry out the upload on a regular
basis to ensure that historical data is not lost from the switchgear itself.
Three types of historical records are available:

Event Log History

Contains information on the date, time and circumstance of events such as circuit
breaker trips, phase current peaks, fault type and phase on which fault occurred,
etc. This can be examined to determine the frequency and type of faults on the
power line.

Weekly Demand History

Contains information on the weekly peak and total loads on the line. This can be
used for system planning.

Average Demand History

Contains information on the line load during a user set averaging period. This can
be used for system planning.

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Transfer of Historical Files Between Computers

It is likely that the data is to be collected from the switchgear on a different PC
from the one used to build up the record. For example a technician may collect the
data every four months using a notebook computer for adding to the records on a
protection engineers desktop PC. The correct sequence to carry this out is as
follows:
• Engineer used File-Copy command to copy all files to the floppy disc that is
given to technician.
• Technician visits the switchgear, connects directly and goes “On-Line” .
• Technician up-loads historical files which appends data to the files on the
floppy disc.
• Engineer uses File-Copy command to copy the files back to his hard disc.

Exporting Historical Data to Other Programs

The History-Save As-CSV File command is used to copy data from the WSOS
internal database to comma-delimited-files which can be imported by most
database or spreadsheet programs for further analysis. The format is detailed in the
online help.

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Communications
WSOS communications strategies and their implementation.

Introduction
Before going “On-Line” a communications link must be available between
WSOS and the required switchgear. Depending on the operating level purchased,
the following connection methods are available.

Direct
This uses a direct RS232 link to the switchgear. In this configuration, a serial cable
connects the computer serial port to the serial port on the Operator Control Panel
on the switchgear. When “On-Line” WSOS polls the switchgear every few
seconds and refreshes the data displayed on the screen. The polling rate is set with
the Customise-Poll Period command.

Modem
WSOS also gives the capability of controlling switchgear over a telephone link.
This allows switchgear with a telephone connection (including cellular phone) to
be “Dialled-up” and controlled remotely. When “On-Line” over this type of link,
WSOS polls the switchgear every few seconds and refreshes the data displayed on
the screen. The polling rate is set with the Customise-Poll Period command.
Note that the correct telephone number for the switchgear must be entered on the
Customise - WSOS Communications page. If pauses are required (eg. if WSOS has
to “dial-out” and wait for the dial tone) use a comma ( , ) where a pause is required
in the dial-up string

Radio
WSOS allows control of switchgear over a voice frequency (VF) radio link. The
link can be dedicated to WSOS or can be shared with voice users.
In a radio link like this all the devices being controlled receive the messages sent
by the WSOS over the radio channel. WSOS addresses the required recloser or
Load Break Switch by sending the unique serial number of the electronic
controller. This is entered on the Customise - WSOS Communications page before
going “On-Line”. The serial number is displayed on the Operator Control Panel of
the Switchgear (refer to the switchgear manual).
When “On-Line” over this type of link, WSOS polls the switchgear every few
seconds and refreshes the data displayed on the screen. The polling rate is set with
the Customise-Poll Period command. For a radio link that also is used for voice,
set the poll period to one hour or longer as required.

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Communications

N Series to PC Cables

Please see the “On-Line” help for further information on direct connecting to a
CAPM.

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 Communications

Modem Configuration
The following only applies to N Series devices. WSOS operating level needs to be
set for modem connections for this to work.
Installing a modem with a switchgear installation gives the benefit of full remote
control of switchgear for a minimal outlay. The following instructions are a guide
to setting up a modem link for control of NU-LEC switchgear using WSOS.

Switchgear Modem
A radio tray is provided within the CAPM housing on which the modem may be
installed (refer to switchgear technical manual for details).

Banksia IG5500 Industrial Grade Modem (Switchgear Modem)

Nu-lec Pty Ltd recommends the use of IG5500 Industrial Grade Modem with the
CAPM (contact NetComm Limited Pty Ltd - NSW Telephone No. Aust 02 9424
2070 Intl. +612 9424 2070). The modem may be powered using a standard 9V AC
supply pack or using the CAPM programmable radio supply. To power the
modem from the CAPM radio supply, connect as shown below:

• Switch on the CAPM LCD front panel and go to the “Radio Supply” status
display.
• Set “Radio Supply Voltage” to 9 Volts.
• Set “Radio Supply” to ON.
Now that the modem is installed, a computer is required to initialise the modem
settings to automatically answer incoming calls:
• Remove the modem cover by undoing the two screws. Ensure the dip
switches as set as follows :-
1 - ON
2 - ON

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3 - ON
4 - ON
5 - OFF
6 - OFF
• Connect the computer to the modem using a standard modem cable (NOT
the CAPM to modem cable).
• Using a terminal program such as Hyperteminal, set to 2400 baud,(direct
COM1 or direct COM2, Flow control "None") connect to the modem and
type the following commands :
AT&F1 [Enter] (resets modem to factory defaults)
AT&D0 [Enter] (set modem to ignore DTR)
AT@A1 [Enter] (Lock Port Speed)
ATS0=2 [Enter] (set modem to answer phone on 2nd ring)
AT&W0 [Enter] (save this set up in non-volatile memory as configuration
zero)
AT&Y0 [Enter] (use configuration zero at power on)
The modem should respond with an “OK” after each command - if it does not, the
terminal software is incorrectly set up to communicate with the modem (refer to
the terminal software manual).
• Disconnect the computer and connect the modem to the CAPM connector
(see below for modem to CAPM P8 cable wiring diagram).
• Connect the modem to the telephone line by placing the telephone line
connector in the LINE socket on the back of the modem.
Installation is now complete. Test the modem is set up for auto-answer by dialling
the modem (using a mobile or normal telephone) and listening to see if it answers.
The modem should answer on the second ring and start “Squealing” as it tries to
connect to a modem on the other end of the line. If the modem fails to answer, go
back over the sequence of steps above and check the cable wiring.

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Mosaic 2400BX Intelligent Modem (Switchgear Modem)

Mosaic 2400BX Intelligent Modem can be used with the CAPM (contact Mosaic
Electronics Pty Ltd - QLD Telephone No. Aust 07 3277 3177 Intl. 617 3277
3177). The modem may be powered using a standard 9V AC supply pack or using
the CAPM programmable radio supply. To power the modem from the CAPM
radio supply, connect as shown below:

• Switch on the CAPM LCD front panel and go to the “Radio Supply” status
display.
• Set “Radio Supply Voltage” to 12 Volts.
• Set “Radio Supply” to ON.
Now that the modem is installed, a computer is required to initialise the modem
settings to automatically answer incoming calls:

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• Connect the computer to the modem using a standard modem cable (NOT
the CAPM to modem cable).
• Using a terminal program such as Windows Terminal, Windows 95
Hyperteminal, Xtalk or Telix set to 2400 baud, connect to the modem and
type the following commands :
AT&F [Enter] (resets modem to factory defaults)
AT&D [Enter] (set modem to ignore DTR)
ATS0=2 [Enter] (set modem to answer phone on 2nd ring)
AT&W [Enter] (save this set up in non-volatile memory as configuration
zero)
The modem should respond with an “OK” after each command - if it does not, the
terminal software is incorrectly set up to communicate with the modem (refer to
the terminal software manual).
• Disconnect the computer and connect the modem to the CAPM connector
(see above for modem to CAPM P8 cable wiring diagram).
• Connect the modem to the telephone line by placing the telephone line
connector in the LINE socket on the back of the modem.
Installation is now complete. Test the modem is set up for auto-answer by dialling
the modem (using a mobile or normal telephone) and listening to see if it answers.
The modem should answer on the second ring and start “Squealing” as it tries to
connect to a modem on the other end of the line. If the modem fails to answer, go
back over the sequence of steps above and check the cable wiring.

Mobile Phone (Switchgear Modem)

Installing a mobile phone with the switchgear avoids the need to connect a
permanent phone line to the site and is thus often the most cost effective
communications option. WSOS supports this configuration as a normal telephone
link, but at a reduced baud rate, to compensate for the reduced quality of the
communications link.
To set up a WSOS communications link using a mobile phone:
• Install the mobile phone in the switchgear control cubicle and connect
power as required.
• Connect and configure the modem as required.
For analogue mobile telephone links, it is essential to use a lower baud rate over
the modem link to reduce the incidence of errors. The modem must be configured
to operate at 1200 baud. Keep this in mind when configuring the modem. The
WSOS software must be customised to operate at 1200 Baud. See Customise -
WSOS Communications.

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For digital (GSM) mobile telephone links, the baud rate is determined by the
bearer service. For example bearer service BS2400 (2400-baud, 8 data bits, no
parity and non-transparent mode) or bearer service BS9600 (9600-baud, 8 data
bits, no parity and non-transparent mode) could be used. Also note, the carrier
must allocate a data line for the SIM card. The bearer service determines the
connection speed for WSOS. If BS2400 is used, WSOS connection speed is 2400.
If BS9600 is used, WSOS connection speed is 9600.

Base Station modem

To control the switchgear via modem, the WSOS base station requires a standard
modem. Connect the modem to the PC and use a terminal program to make sure
the modem is connected correctly (refer to the modem and terminal software
documentation for further details). Run WSOS and set the correct communications
port and link type on the WSOS Customise - WSOS Communications dialogue.
The baud rate should be set to 2400, unless the remote connection is to an
analogue mobile phone in which case the baud rate should be 1200.

Banksia IG5500 Industrial Grade Modem (Base Station Modem)

Remove the modem cover by undoing the two screws. Ensure the dip switches as
set as follows: -
1 - OFF
2 - ON
3 - ON
4 - ON
5 - OFF
6 - OFF
At this point, providing the modem is installed correctly at the switchgear end, the
modem link should be in working order. Enter the switchgear modem telephone
number on the WSOS Customise - WSOS Communications dialogue and go “On-
Line”
The following sequence should be observed as WSOS goes “On-Line” and tries
to connect to the switchgear modem :
• The “OH” light should flash as the modem dials the required number.
• The “CD” light should come on.
• If data fields remain empty, the CAPM is connected but not licensed for
WSOS.
When WSOS goes “Off-Line” and terminates the connection, the “CD” and “OH”
light on the front of the modem will go out indicating the telephone is on-hook.
If a WSOS session is abnormally terminated whilst still connected, hang up the
line by briefly disconnecting the telephone line from the modem.

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Mosaic 2400BX Intelligent Modem (Base Station Modem)

Connect the modem to the PC and use a terminal program to make sure the
modem is connected correctly (refer to the modem and terminal software
documentation for further details). Run WSOS and set the correct communications
port and link type on the WSOS Customise - WSOS Communications dialogue.
The baud rate should be set to 2400.
At this point, providing the modem is installed correctly at the switchgear end, the
modem link should be in working order. Enter the switchgear modem telephone
number on the WSOS Customise - WSOS Communications dialogue and go “On-
Line”
The following sequence should be observed as WSOS goes “On-Line” and tries
to connect to the switchgear modem:
• The modem taking the phone “Off-Hook” - a click.
• The telephone Dial Tone should be briefly audible (if this is not heard, and
the dial-out does not work, try inserting a pause (comma) at the start of the
phone number on the WSOS Customise - WSOS Communications dialogue.
• An audible sequence of tones corresponding to the phone number being
dialled.
• The telephone on the other end ringing (two rings). If an “engaged” tone is
heard, the modem on the switchgear is busy.
• A click as the modem on the other end picks up the line and the ringing
ceases. If the switchgear modem fails to answer the call, examine the
switchgear modem; check that the phone line is connected to the LINE
socket on the back of the switchgear modem. Check the initialisation and
dial commands in WSOS Customise - WSOS Communications Advanced.
• Squeals as the two modems handshake and send initialisation strings. If no
carrier is heard on the line, check the correct phone number is entered on the
WSOS Customise - WSOS Communications dialogue. If the connection
times out WSOS displays a message. Note that if the modems squawk for
longer than 20 seconds without connecting, they are likely to have
compatibility problems.
• Silence. Modem “SD” and “RD” lights flicker and WSOS displays data
received from the CAPM. If data fields remain empty, the CAPM is
connected and not licensed for WSOS.
When WSOS goes “Off-Line” and terminates the connection, the “OH” light on
the front of the modem will go out indicating the telephone is on-hook.
If a WSOS session is abnormally terminated whilst still connected, hang up the
line by briefly disconnecting the telephone line from the modem.

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Banksia My Fast Modem - V.34 (Base Station Modem)

Same as for the Mosaic 2400BX Intelligent Modem, with the following
exceptions: -
• Change WSOS modem initialisation string to be “AT&F\N1”, see
Customise - WSOS Communications Advanced.
• Baud rate set to match the switchgear modem.

Avtek Flash Modem 288 (Base Station Modem)

Same as for the Mosaic 2400BX Intelligent Modem, with the following
exceptions: -
• Change WSOS modem initialisation string to be “AT&F\N1”, see
Customise - WSOS Communications Advanced.
• Baud rate set to match the switchgear modem.

Nokia 2210e Cell Phone and Nokia Cellular Data Card (Base Station Modem)
Same as for the Mosaic 2400BX Intelligent Modem, with the following
exceptions:
• Change WSOS modem initialisation string to be
“AT&f&D2&C1S34=2S7=55”, see Customise - WSOS Communications
Advanced.
• Set the baud rate to be 9600. See Customise - WSOS Communications. Note
1200 or 2400 baud will NOT work.

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Radio Installation
The following only applies to N Series devices. WSOS operating level needs to be
set for radio connections for this to work. See “File - Serial Number”
The use of WSOS over a radio telemetry link makes the remote control of Nu-lec
switchgear a simple and cost effective exercise. Nu-lec recommends the use of the
following radio equipment:
• TAIT 2000 radio fitted with O.E.D Electronics RTM-1200 modem (contact
O.E.D Electronics Pty Ltd, Telephone No. Aust 07 3207 1023 Intl. 617
3207 1023) connected to a PC running WSOS software (base station).
• Philips PRM-80 radio with each switchgear installation (mounts on radio
tray within CAPM cubicle).

CAPM Radio Installation

Switchgear control cubicles may be purchased from NU-LEC with a Philips PRM-
80 radio fitted. The radio is powered by the CAPM’s programmable voltage radio
power supply (see figure below).

• Switch on the CAPM LCD front panel and go to the “Radio Supply” status
display.

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• Set “Radio Supply Voltage” to 14 Volts.

• Set “Radio Supply” to “ON”
• Switch radio on. If radio display does not light up, check radio supply
voltage with a multimeter.
Connect the radio to the CAPM as illustrated below.

Note that the WSOS license may be installed in the CAPM via a radio link
provided that the serial number of the CAPM is known.

Radio Base Station

Set up and connect the TAIT 2000 radio according to the instructions supplied
with the equipment. The O.E.D Electronics RTM-1200 modem should be fitted to
the radio and the dip switches should then be set as follows:
Switch 1 Closed ON = 1
Switch 2 Closed ON = 1
Switch 3 Closed ON = 1
Switch 4 Closed ON = 1
Switch 5 Open Off = 0
Switch 6 Open Off = 0
Switch 7 Open Off = 0
Switch 8 Open Off = 0
Note: White indicates the switch position.

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Install a suitable antenna and connect the radio modem to a PC serial port.
If unsure about the aerial connections, contact Nu-lec or a qualified radio
installation company.
Cable wiring to the PC is as follows:

Testing Radio Link

Once the radios have been installed in the switchgear cubicle and at the base
station connect the antennae and test the radio link as follows:
• Switch both radios on.
• Check both radios are on the same channel.
• On both the switchgear and base station radios advance the “squelch”
control approximately 10 degrees beyond the point where the background
noise is extinguished (if no speaker is fitted to the Phillips PRM-80 radio
advance beyond the point where the “=” symbol disappears). The receivers
should be silent until signals are heard.
• Press the talk button on the Philips PRM-80 handset and check that the
“Busy” LED on the TAIT 2000 radio lights up.
• Press the talk button on the TAIT 2000 handset and check that the “=”
symbol appears on the front panel LCD display of the Philips PRM-80
radio.
If these tests fail, check again that the radios are on the same channel. Otherwise,
the radios may be out of range or may require better antennae arrangements (refer
to radio documentation).
At this point, providing the WSOS license number has been installed in the CAPM
the WSOS will work over the radio link:
• Start up WSOS and add a configuration corresponding to the CAPM to be
controlled.

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• Check the TAIT 2000 radio is connected to the PC serial port, and that
WSOS has the correct communications port selected - see Customise -
WSOS Communications.
• Set “Protocol” to “Radio” - see Customise - WSOS Communications
• Go On-Line.
WSOS should start communicating with the CAPM, polling and displaying data
from the CAPM over the radio link whenever a new WSOS dialogue is selected. If
going “On-Line” fails reporting communications problems, the following section
may help locate the source of the problem.

Radio Troubleshooting
This section outlines the steps to take if you have followed the instructions given
above, but WSOS will not communicate with the CAPM. The correct sequence of
events when WSOS goes “On-Line” is as follows:
1. The base station TAIT 2000 flashes the TX LED.
If not:
• The TAIT 2000 is not connected correctly to the PC serial port.
• The wrong communications port is set on the WSOS Customise - WSOS
Communications dialogue, or
• Link Protocol is not set to “Radio”, on the Customise - WSOS
Communications dialogue.
2. The Control Cubicle Phillips PRM-80 flashes “=” on its front panel.
If not, check the radios are on the same channel. Check that the “squelch” on the
PRM-80 is adjusted as described above. If pressing the PTT (push to talk) button
on the TAIT 2000 fails to indicate “=” on the PRM-80, the radios may be out of
range or may require better antennae arrangements (refer to radio documentation).
3. The CAPM increments its “RX Frame” counter
This is found on the last “System Status” page on the control cubicle operator
panel.
4. The base station TAIT 2000 flashes the Busy LED. If not:
• Check that the correct CAPM Serial Number is entered in the
communications address box on the WSOS Customise - WSOS
Communications dialogue (CAPM Serial Number is a six digit number
found on the sixth “System Status” page on the control cubicle operator
panel).
• Check that the “squelch” on the TAIT 2000 radio is adjusted as described
above.
5. The base station TAIT 2000 flashes TX, the PRM-80 flashes “=”, the CAPM
increments “RX Frame” and the TAIT 2000 flashes Busy.

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If, instead, WSOS displays the message “Error: Switch type does not match”,
WSOS's currently selected switchgear does not match the actual switch type. See
“Edit - Edit Configuration”
If WSOS displays data at this stage, the communications link is successful.

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R Series to PC Cables
These are the cables to connect an R-Series Operator Control Panel to a PC to run
WSOS. Note that the operator panel must be turned on.

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Customer Support
Nu-lec maintains a technical support contact for problems in using WSOS.

If you have a problem the first thing to do is consult the context sensitive on-line
help that is provided with WSOS by clicking on the help menu. If you still have
problems then you can contact Nu-lec for support in one of the following ways.
In Australia
Nu-Lec Pty Ltd (07 3393 5999, fax 07 3393 5144)
Hours of business: 8.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m. eastern standard time, Monday to Friday
(excluding public holidays).
Ask for “Switchgear Operating System Customer Service” and be prepared to
quote the serial number shipped with this copy of WSOS (as displayed on the
WSOS File - Serial Number page).
Worldwide
Nu-Lec Pty Ltd (+61 7 3393 5999, fax +61 7 3393 5144)
Hours of business: 8.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m. Australian Eastern Standard Time,
Monday to Friday (excluding Australian public holidays).
Ask for “Switchgear Operating System Customer Service” and be prepared to
quote the serial number shipped with this copy of WSOS (as displayed on the
WSOS File - Serial Number page).
E-mail
Contact wsos@nulec.com.au and quote the serial number shipped with this copy
of SOS as well as describing the problem.
World Wide Web
Visit the Nu-lec Web site on www.nulec.com.au where further information and
updates may be available.

One hour of technical phone support is provided free with each purchase of the
WSOS software.

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Index
B
Base Station Modem....................................................................................................25
C
CAPM Radio Installation ............................................................................................28
Communications Setup................................................................................................19
Compare Switchgear Settings .....................................................................................14
Configuration Files...................................................................................................6, 13
Configuration Files
Tips.............................................................................................................................14
Customer Support.........................................................................................................33
Customise - Password Control....................................................................................11
Customise - Poll Period ...............................................................................................19
Customise - Working Directory........................................................................... 13, 14
Customise - WSOS Communications ..................................19, 24, 25, 26, 27, 30, 31
Customise - WSOS Communications Advanced............................................... 26, 27
D
Directories.......................................................................................................................4
E
Edit - Edit Configuration .............................................................................................31
Exiting WSOS ..............................................................................................................12
F
Features ...........................................................................................................................1
File - Copy ....................................................................................................... 13, 14, 17
File - New......................................................................................................................14
File - Open ....................................................................................................................10
File - Save As................................................................................................................14
File - Serial Number.............................................................................................. 28, 33
Fundamentals Of WSOS ...............................................................................................9
H
Hardware Requirements ................................................................................................3
Help - About ...................................................................................................................1
History Files..................................................................................................................17
History Files
Average Demand.......................................................................................................18
Event Log...................................................................................................................18
Weekly Demand........................................................................................................18

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I
Installation ...................................................................................................................... 3
Introduction .................................................................................................................... 1
L
License - Switchgear Password .................................................................................. 11
License Conditions ..................................................................................................... 3
M
Modem Configuration................................................................................................. 21
Mouse.............................................................................................................................. 3
N
N Series to PC Cables.................................................................................................. 20
O
Off-Line .......................................................................................1, 6, 10, 13, 15, 25, 26
On-Line...........................1, 6, 7, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 17, 19, 20, 25, 26, 30, 31, 33
Open/Close State.......................................................................................................... 10
Operating Level....................................................................................................6, 9, 19
Operating Level
Demonstration............................................................................................................. 9
Direct......................................................................................................................9, 19
Modem...................................................................................................................9, 19
Radio......................................................................................................................9, 19
Options - Compare Switchgear Settings..............................................................12, 15
Options - Go On-Line.................................................................................................. 30
Options - Write Switchgear Settings To Switchgear................................................ 15
P
Password Access Levels.............................................................................................. 11
Password Access Levels
Connect...................................................................................................................... 11
Operator..................................................................................................................... 11
System........................................................................................................................ 11
Technician ................................................................................................................. 11
Poll Button....................................................................................................................11
Printing.......................................................................................................................... 12
R
R Series to PC Cables.................................................................................................. 32
Radio Base Station....................................................................................................... 29
Radio Connection .......................................................................................................... 9
Radio Installation......................................................................................................... 28
Read Switchgear Settings From The Switchgear...................................................... 14
Running WSOS.............................................................................................................. 5

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S
Screen Layout .................................................................................................................6
Setup................................................................................................................................3
Switchgear Files .......................................................................................................9, 13
Switchgear Modem ......................................................................................................21
T
Technical Support ........................................................................................................33
U
Using This Manual.........................................................................................................1
W
Working Directory ...................................................................................................4, 13
Write Switchgear Settings To Switchgear .................................................................14

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