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14 Substation Automation / SICAM PAS

SICAM PAS
Substation Automation System
Function overview

System architecture
• Modular and scalable hardware and
software
• Open system thanks to standards
• User-friendly due to Windows operat-

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ing system
• Real-time data system
• Flexible, graphical configuration of
automation
• Embedded industry platform
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System features
• Real time changes in the configuration
through database access
Fig. 14/1 • Unrestricted access to information
SICAM PAS
Substation automation system
• Monitoring and controlling switchgears
via Web interface
• Substation control features, e.g. bay
Description blocking, telecontrol blocking, security
authority, time synchronization,
SICAM PAS (Power Automation System)
• Process visualization with
meets all the demands made of a distri-
buted substation control system – both SICAM PAS CC
now and in the future. Amongst many • Evaluation of measured and metered
other standardized communication proto- values with SICAM Valpro
cols SICAM PAS supports the new stand- • Archiving of fault recordings of protec-
ard IEC 61850 in the substation for com-
tion units with SICAM Recpro
municating with the bay devices. SICAM
PAS is an open system and besides provid- • Testing and diagnostic functions
ing standardized data transfer processes, it • OPC interface for connection to auto-
features user interfaces for the integration mation world
of system-specific tasks and offers multiple
automation possibilities.
• IEC 61850 leading technology

SICAM PAS can thus be integrated with Protocols


ease in existing systems and can be used for
system integration too. With modern diag- SICAM PAS supports the following
nostics, it optimally supports commission- communication protocols (optionally
ing and maintenance. available):

SICAM PAS is clearly structured and reli- • Control center connection


able, thanks to its open, fully documented IEC 60870-5-101, IEC 60870-5-104,
and tested system. DNP V3.00 (serial and “over IP”),
TG8979, CDT
• Open data exchange
OPC server, OPC client
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• IED and substation connection
IEC 61850,
IEC 60870-5-101,
IEC 60870-5-103,
IEC 60870-5-104,
DNP V3.00 (serial and “over IP”),
PROFIBUS FMS,
PROFIBUS DP,
MODBUS,
SINAUT LSA-ILSA

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Description/Application

System overview, application and


functionality of SICAM PAS
• SICAM PAS is an energy automation
solution; its system architecture makes it
scalable.
• SICAM PAS is suitable for operating a
substation not only from one single sta-
tion computer (station unit), but also in
combination with other SICAM PAS sys-
tems or station control units. Communi-
cation in this network is based on a
powerful Ethernet LAN.
• SICAM PAS for safe substation automa-
tion based on robust hardware compo-
nents (non-rotating components) and
an embedded operating system.
• With its features and its modular expand-
ability, SICAM PAS covers a broad range
of applications and supports distributed Fig. 14/2
system configurations. A distributed Typical SICAM PAS configuration
SICAM PAS system operates simulta- IEDs are connected to the station unit with IEC 61850 and various other protocols
neously on several computers. (IEC 60870-5-103, IEC 60870-5-101, PROFIBUS FMS and PROFIBUS DP). The station unit communicate
with the higher-level system control center by means of IEC 60870-5-104.
• SICAM PAS can use existing hardware
components and communication stan-
dards as well as their connections.
• SICAM PAS controls and registers the SICAM PAS works on PC-compatible SICAM PAS CC is used for process visu-
process data for all devices of a substation, hardware with the Microsoft Windows alization. Specifically designed for energy
within the scope of the data transfer pro- 2000, Windows XP Professional and Win- automation, it assists in optimization of
tocols supported. dows XP Embedded and Windows 2003 operations management. It provides a
• SICAM PAS is a communication gateway. Server operating systems. The advantages quick introduction to the subject matter
This is why only one single data connec- of this platform are low hardware and and a clearly arranged display of the sys-
tion to a higher-level system control cen- software costs, ease of operation, tem’s operating states.
ter is required. scalability, flexibility and constantly
• SICAM PAS enables integration of a fully SICAM PAS CC is based on SIMATIC
available support.
graphical process visualization system WinCC, well-known in industrial auto-
directly in the substation. With the powerful real-time data distri- mation worldwide.
bution system, applications can be allo-
• SICAM PAS simplifies installation and To facilitate incident analysis, the fault
cated among several computers, thus
parameterization of new devices, thanks recordings from protection units are
boosting performance, connectivity and
to its intuitive user interface. retrieved and archived automatically
availability.
• SICAM PAS is notable for its online during operation. This is supported by
parameter setting features, particularly A system stores and organizes the data- the IEC 61850 and PROFIBUS FMS
when the system has to be expanded. base (e.g. configuration data, administra- (SIPROTEC 4) protocols, or the
There are no generation times, and there tive status data, etc.). IEC 60870-5-103 protection units proto-
is no need for loading into a target system col. SICAM Recpro is used for archiving
The device master function for commu-
(unless configuration is performed on a and navigation in the fault recording ar-
nication with Intelligent Electronic
separate engineering PC). chive. Fault recordings are visualized
Devices (IEDs) supports a large number
• SICAM PAS features integrated testing and of well-established protocols.
with Comtrade View (included with
diagnostic functions. SICAM Recpro). Alternatively, SIGRA 4
• Its user-friendliness, its operator control The SICAM PAS data normalization can also be used.
14 logic, its orientation to the Windows function allows such conversions as mea-
world and its open structure ideally suit surement filtering, threshold calculation
users’ requirements. and linear characteristics.

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Communication Automatic dialing is also supported for the System control center connections,
connection of substations with this protocol. distributed process connection and process
Device interfaces and visualization
SICAM PAS can establish the dial-up con-
communication protocols
nection to the substation either cyclically or SICAM PAS operates on the basis of Win-
In a substation that you configure and op- as required (e.g. for command output). By dows 2000, Windows XP Professional and
erate with SICAM PAS, you can use vari- contrast, the substation can also establish a Windows XP Embedded. This means that
ous types of protection units, IEDs, bay connection cyclically or in event-triggered the extensive support which 2000/XP offers
control units, measured-value recorders mode. for modern communication protocols is
and telecontrol units from a wide range of also available with SICAM PAS.
Analog or ISDN modems can be used. A
manufacturers. SICAM PAS was conceived for easy and fast
GSM modem can also be used in the sub-
integration of conventional protocols.
SICAM PAS offers a large number of com- station.
Contact Siemens if you have any questions
mercially available communication proto-
Several modems are supported for com- about integration of user-specific protocols.
cols for recording data from various de-
munication with substations. Even if the
vices and through differing communication The standardized telecontrol protocols
‘standard modem’ is already in use, other
channels. Subsequent expansion is easy. IEC 60870-5-101, IEC 60870-5-104 and
substations remain accessible.
DNP V3.00 (which is also used throughout
Available protocols
IEC 60870-5-104 (Master) the world) are supported for the purpose
These communication protocols and device of linking up to higher-level system control
Furthermore, connection of substations centers.
drivers can be obtained as optional addi-
is also supported by the TCP/IP-based
tions to the standard scope of SICAM PAS.
IEC 60870-5-104 protocol. Asymmetric encryption enables tap-proof
IEC 61850 DNP V3.00 communication via TCP/IP
PROFIBUS DP connection to higher-level control centers.
IEC 61850 is the communication standard
PROFIBUS DP is a highly powerful field Distributed process connection in the sub-
for interconnecting the devices at the bay
bus protocol based on the token passing station is possible thanks to the SICAM
and station control levels on the basis of
method. For example, it is used for indus- PAS Device Interface Processor (DIP).
Ethernet. IEC 61850 supports the direct
trial automation and for automating the
exchange of data between IEDs, thus en-
supply of electricity and gas. SICAM PAS can also be set up on comput-
abling switching interlocks across bays in-
ers networked with TCP/IP. Here, one
dependently of the station control unit, for PROFIBUS DP serves to interface multi- computer performs the task of the so-
example. functional measuring instruments such as called full server. Up to six other comput-
PROFIBUS FMS SIMEAS P (I, V, P, Q, p.f. (cos ϕ)) or, for ers can be used as DIPs. With this architec-
example, to connect ET200 components ture, the system can be adapted to the
Most SIPROTEC 4 bay controllers and for gathering messages and for simple topological situation and its performance
protection units can be connected to the commands. Messages, for example, can be also boosted.
SICAM PAS station unit with PROFIBUS derived from the signaling contacts of fuse
FMS. Many of the functional aspects stan- switch-disconnectors. SICAM PAS allows use of the SICAM PAS CC
dardized in IEC 61850 have been antici- process visualization system for central
pated in this communication platform. For simple applications that do not need process control and monitoring.
functions like time synchronization and fault
IEC 60870-5-103 recording transfer, etc., SIPROTEC 4 units For industrial applications, it is easy to
can also be interfaced via PROFIBUS DP. configure an interface to process visualiza-
Protection units, IEDs, bay control units,
tion systems via OPC (object linking and
measured- value recorders and trans- IEDs and substations can also be con- embedding for process control).
former controllers from many manufac- nected with DNP V3.00 (serial and SICAM PAS can be configured as an OPC
turers support the IEC 60870-5-103 “over IP”) and MODBUS. server or as an OPC client.
protocol and can therefore be connected
ILSA Protocol The SICAM PAS process variables – avail-
directly to SICAM PAS.
able with the OPC server – can be read and
IEC 60870-5-101 (master) Communication via the ILSA protocol is a written with OPC clients working either on
highlight of SICAM PAS system. Existing the same device or on one networked by
The IEC 60870-5-101 protocol is generally LSA central devices can be used without TCP/IP. This mechanism enables, for ex-
used to connect telecontrol units. changing of configuration on bay level. ample, communication with another pro-
The ‘balanced’ and ‘unbalanced’ traffic A future-proof extension with IEC 61850 cess visualization system.
modes are supported. is possible. The OPC server is included in the basic 14
system.
The OPC client can read and write data
from other OPC servers. Typical applica-
tions are data exchange with another
SICAM PAS station unit, and the connec-
tion of SIMATIC programmable control-
lers.
The OPC client is available as an optional
package.

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Automation

SICAM Diamond
SICAM Diamond can be used to monitor
the system interfaces, to indicate switching
device states (and up-to-date measured
values), and also for further diagnostic
purposes.
SICAM Diamond features an event list and
enables the issue of switching commands.
SICAM Diamond allows access to data
with a Web browser (Microsoft Internet
Explorer), either on the same computer or
from a Web client.
I addition to this, a fault recording archive
created with SICAM Recpro can be accessed
via the intranet/Internet using SICAM
Diamond for visualization, analysis and
downloading of the fault recordings.
In other words:
Fig. 14/3
SICAM PAS permits data access with Typical redundant configuration: The station unit and the HMI server are based on a redundant
Web-based programs. structure to boost availability
Further station control aspects
SICAM PAS features bay blocking and
telecontrol blocking functions.
The telecontrol blocking function can also
be configured for specific channels so as to
prevent the transfer of information to one
particular control center during operation,
while transfer continues with other control
centers. The bay blocking and telecontrol
blocking functions act in both the signaling
and the command directions.
Channel-specific switching authority also
makes it possible to distinguish between
local control (SICAM PAS CC) and remote
control for the switching direction, but
also between control center connections.
Circuit-breakers can be controlled in
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synchronized/unsynchronized mode.

Automation tasks
Fig. 14/4 Process visualization with SICAM PAS CC
can be configured in SICAM PAS with the
CFC (Continuous Function Chart), which Redundancy Scope of information
conforms to IEC 61131. In this editor, The SICAM PAS station unit can be used The amount of information to be
tasks are configured graphically by wiring in a duplicate configuration to further processed by SICAM PAS is essentially
function blocks. SICAM PAS comes with boost the availability of the station control determined by the following factors:
an extensive library of CFC function level (see Fig. 14/3). This duplication is
blocks, developed and system-tested spe- • Computer network concept
possible with IEDs or substation devices
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(multiple-computer network or
single-station system)
Applications range from generation of with two masters (PROFIBUS FMS,
IEC 60870-5-101) or clients (IEC 61850). • Performance data of the hardware used
simple group indications through switch-
ing interlocks to complex switching se- • Performance data of the network
A redundant structure is also possible for • Size of the database (RDBMS)
quences. process visualisation with SICAM PAS CC
• Rate of change of values
Namely creation of switching sequences and fault-record archiving with SICAM
Recpro as shown in Fig. 14/3. With a distributed PAS system using a
are supported by the SFC Editor
full server and up to 6 DIPs a maximum
(Sequential Function Chart).
of 350 IEDs and 20,000 data points can
be supported.

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Process Visualization SICAM Recpro supports automatic retrieval Configuration


and archiving of fault recordings from protec-
Process visualization with SICAM PAS CC tion units connected with IEC 60870-5-103, Overview of the operator control
(see also Fig. 14/4) PROFIBUS FMS and IEC 61850. philosophy and user interface
In the operation of a substation, SICAM PAS SICAM PAS CC is based on SIMATIC The SICAM PAS user interface is based on
is used for configuration purposes and as a WinCC, which has advanced to become customary Windows technology, which
powerful data concentrator. SICAM PAS CC both the industrial standard and the mar- enables you to navigate in the familiar Win-
serves as the process visualization system. ket leader in Europe. It has the following dows environment both when configuring
impressive features: the system and during ongoing operation.
Several independent SICAM PAS CC serv-
ers can be connected to one SICAM PAS. • Multilingual capability The system distinguishes between configu-
Connection of redundant servers is also • All operation and monitoring functions ration and operation of a substation. In
supported. SICAM PAS CC supports the on-board. SICAM PAS, these two tasks are firmly
connection of several SICAM PAS systems. These include not only the graphics sys- separated by two independent programs.
In the signal lists, the original time stamps tem for plant displays and the signaling The SICAM PAS UI – Configuration
are logged in ms resolution as they occur in and archiving system for alarms and mea- program is used to create and edit a
the devices. With every signal, a series of sured values, but also a reporting and project-specific configuration. To enhance
additional data is also presented to provide logging system. Further advantages are clarity, four views are distinguished:
information about causes (spontaneous, integrated user administration, along with − Configuration
the granting and checking of access rights
command), event sources (close range, lo- − Mapping
for configuration and runtime operations.
cal, remote), etc. Besides process signals, − System topology
command signals are also logged. • Easy and efficient configuration
Configuration is assisted by dialogs, − Device templates
IndustrialX-Controls are used to control wizards and extensive libraries. A common feature of all views is that they
and monitor switchgear. These switching • Consistently scalable, even via the Web have an Explorer window that shows the
device objects support four different forms In conformity with requirements, the system configuration in a clearly arranged
of presentation (IEC, DIN, SINAUT LSA, bandwidth ranges from simple single-user tree structure. As in the Windows Explorer,
SICAM) for circuit-breakers and discon- station through to distributed multi-user you can open individual levels of this tree
nectors. It is also possible to create bitmaps systems with redundant servers and structure to work in them. Meanwhile, you
(defined for a specific project) to represent multi-site solutions with Web clients. can close other levels to improve clarity.
switching devices, and to link them to the
• Open standards for easy integration
objects. For informative visualization, not Depending on the level you are currently
Using any external tools, archived data
only nominal and spontaneous flashing are navigating in and the component you have
can be accessed through a series of open
supported, but also the display of various chosen, in the context menu (right mouse
interfaces (such as SQL and ODBC) for
device and communication states (e.g. up- button) SICAM PAS offers you precisely
further editing.
to-date/not up-to-date, bay and telecontrol those program functions that are currently
Manufacturer-independent communication
blocking, etc.). appropriate.
with lower-level controllers (or with appli-
Measured values and switching device states cations such as MS Excel) is supported with You work through the necessary steps in
that are not continuously updated due to, OPC (OLE for Process Control). the data window on the right. Here, you set
e.g., device or communication failure or bay Visual Basic for Applications (VBA), parameters, select information and define
blocking, may be updated directly via the VBScript or ANSI-C create an ideal scope assignments to a user-specific, process-
operation panel with SICAM PAS CC. for project-specific solutions. oriented system topology.
• Expandable with options and add-ons The user interface is uncomplicated and
In conjunction with the SICAM PAS station
unit, the switching devices can be controlled − WinCC/Dat@Monitor structured according to the task definition,
either directly or with “select before operate”. serves to display and evaluate current pro- so as to enable intuitive working and to
cess states and historical data on office PCs, simplify changes. The user interface assists
When visualizing the process by single-line using standard tools such as the Microsoft the editing process by displaying parameter
images, topological coloring can be used. Internet Explorer or Microsoft Excel descriptions and messages when incorrect
The WinCC Add-on SIMATIC Web navi- − WinCC/Web Navigator parameters are entered.
gator can be used for control and monitor- is an option with SIMATIC WinCC for
controlling and monitoring systems over In the tabular views for information
ing via the Internet. assignment and allocation to the system
the Internet, a company Intranet or a LAN
topology, configuration is made easy by 14
SICAM Valpro can be used to evaluate − WinCC/Connectivity Pack
measured and metered values. It not only extensive sorting and filtering mechanisms,
The functions of the two OPC servers
allows a graphical and a tabular display of multiple choices and Drag & Drop.
HDA and A&E, and of the WinCC
archived values, but also enables subse- OLE-DB provider are ensured by the To ensure data consistency and to avoid
quent evaluation functions such as min- WinCC/Connectivity Pack. redundant data input, SICAM PAS UI
ima, maxima and averages (on an hourly
− FunkServerPro provides extensive import and export
or daily basis). functions for the exchange of configura-
With the aid of FunkServerPro, messages
from the WinCC signaling system can be tion data, e.g. with the bay control level
forwarded automatically to radio call re- and with process visualization.
ceivers.

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Test und Diagnosis

The SICAM PAS UI – Operation program


features a series of editing and diagnostics
views for monitoring and controlling a
substation.
In the Operation Manager, you check and
control the states of individual data con-
nections.
In the SCADA Value Viewer you can see
incoming values in a clearly arranged form
and perform operator control actions for
test purposes.
Security can be boosted by applying “user
administration” for the SICAM PAS UI
Configuration, UI Operation and Value

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Viewer programs. User administration
supports user-rights contexts with pre-
defined rights and password protection. Fig. 14/5
SICAM PAS UI Configuration

Configuration

System requirements
• Hardware comprising:
− Pentium processor III ≥ 800 MHz
− Main memory ≥ 512 Mbytes
− Hard disk capacity ≥ 512 Mbytes
− Graphics card for recommended reso-
lution of ≥ 1024 x 768
− Color monitor matching the graphics card
− DVD-ROM drive
− Keyboard
− Mouse
− Parallel printer interface
− Network adapter for LAN/WAN connection
− Interface cards for connection of IEDs SIP067b-en.tif
– SIMATIC CP5613/14 for connecting
units with PROFIBUS DP interfaces
– e.g. Rocket Port COM Fig. 14/6
Expander for serial connection of units SICAM PAS UI Operation
with IEC 80670-5-103 interfaces, etc.
• Operating system for SICAM PAS
– Microsoft Windows 2000
– Microsoft Windows 2003 Server
– Microsoft Windows XP Professional
– Microsoft Windows XP Embedded.
14 • Operating system for visualization with
SICAM PAS CC:
– Microsoft Windows 2000
– Microsoft Windows 2003 Server
– Microsoft Windows XP Professional
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Fig. 14/7
SICAM PAS Value Viewer

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Selection and ordering data Description Order No.


Hardware
SICAM PAS station unit 6MD9101–ooooo–ooAo
SICAM PAS station unit V2 based on industrial mobile processor 19" rack system,
fanless operation, without moving components.
CPU: Yonah M processor, 1.87 GHz
2 GB RAM, 2 x 2 GB Flash, 4 external USB, 2 internal USB,
2 x Gbit Ethernet RJ45, 1 serial port, status LEDs.
Redundant power supplies, switchover without reboot.
Monitored by SNMP, HW Watchdog,
Temperature/voltage monitoring, live contact
Windows XP Embedded service pack 2
SICAM PAS software pre-installed, without license / dongle
SICAM PAS license / dongle (USB-version) must be ordered separately.
Power supply
Primary power supply
24 – 60 V DC 1
110 – 230 V AC / DC 2
Secondary power supply
without A
24 – 60 V DC B
110 – 230 V AC / DC C

Storage medium / operating system


2 x 2 GB compact flash cards with Windows XP Embedded A 1
Language of operating system and SICAM PAS software
German 1
English 2
Function
Full server 1
Device interface processor 2
PCI adapter
without PCI adapter A
with PCI adapter B
Guarantee extension
2 years guarantee 0
3 years guarantee 1
1)
Software
SICAM PAS
Basic system includes:
SICAM PAS UI – Operation
SICAM PAS UI – Configuration (depending on the variant ordered)
SCADA Value Viewer
OPC-Server
SNMP Manager
SNTP for time synchronization
Real-time data distribution system
Sybase SQL database
The following variants of the basic system are available:
"Full Server" (Runtime & Configuration) basic component 6MD9000-oAA00-6AA0
as a single-user system or as the central component in a distributed system
“Full Server” (Runtime) basic component 6MD9000-oAA10-6AA0
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“Full Server” (Configuration) basic component 6MD9000-oAA20-6AA0
Configuration Upgrade for one “Full Server” (Runtime) 6MD9000-oAA23-6AA0
Device Interface Processor (DIP) basic component for use as a subordinate 6MD9010-oAA00-6AA0
component in a distributed PAS system (Runtime & Configuration)
Device Interface Processor (DIP; Runtime) basic component 6MD9010-oAA10-6AA0

1) Positions 13 and 16 of the software Basic packages available


Order No. indicate the version. with dongle for parallel printer-interface 0
Version 6.0 is the current version with dongle for USB-interface 1

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Selection and ordering data Description Order No.


Software (continued)
The following option packages are available for SICAM PAS Full Server and DIP:
for connecting SIPROTEC 4 IEDs
IEC 61850 (Client) 6MD9000-0CE00-6AA0
Driver for PROFIBUS FMS 6MD9000-0CB02-6AA0
for connecting devices
(e.g. SIPROTEC 4, SIMEAS P, S7-300, ET 200, etc.)
Driver for PROFIBUS DP 6MD9000-0CB01-6AA0
for connecting IEDs or substations
IEC 60870-5-103 Master 6MD9000-0CB00-6AA0
IEC 60870-5-101 Master 6MD9000-0CD00-6AA0
IEC 60870-5-104 Master 6MD9000-0CD04-6AA0
DNP V3.00 Master (serial and “over IP“) 6MD9000-0CB07-6AA0
MODBUS Master 6MD9000-0CB05-6AA0
SINAUT LSA-ILSA 6MD9000-0CB03-6AA0
for connection to higher-level control centers
IEC 60870-5-101 Slave 6MD9000-0CC00-6AA0
IEC 60870-5-104 Slave 6MD9000-0CC04-6AA0
DNP V3.00 Slave (serial and “over IP“) 6MD9000-0CC07-6AA0
CDT 6MD9000-0CC08-6AA0
TG8979 6MD9000-0CC10-6AA0
Further option packages
Automation SoftPLC (CFC, SFC) 6MD9000-0BA50-6AA0
OPC Client 6MD9000-0BA40-6AA0

SICAM PAS CC
Human Machine Interface
Process visualization
Runtime 6MD550o-0AP00-6AA0
Runtime incl. evaluation applications SICAM Valpro, SICAM Recpro 6MD550o-0BP00-6AA0
Runtime & Configuration 6MD551o-0AP00-6AA0
Runtime & Configuration incl. evaluation applications 6MD551o-0BP00-6AA0
SICAM Valpro, SICAM Recpro
128 tags 1
256 tags 2
1024 tags 3
8000 tags 4
64000 tags 5

User documentation
SICAM PAS – Overview E50417-X8976-C044
SICAM PAS – Installation Manual E50417-M8976-C045
SICAM PAS – Configuration and Operation E50417-P8976-C046
SICAM PAS – Automation Blocks E50417-H8976-C287
SICAM PAS CC – Human Machine Interface E50417-H8976-C284
SICAM Recpro – Fault Record Processing Unit E50417-H8976-C286
SICAM Valpro – Measured/Metered Value Processing Unit E50417-H8976-C285

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