DIGSI 4
One Software for all SIPROTEC Protection Relays
Description
DIGSI is a familiar trade name already today. Originally launched as an MS-DOS software, DIGSI, in its third version, was developed to become a convenient tool for setting numerical protection relays under MS Windows. DIGSI 4 now is the logical innovation for easy-to-use and user-friendly setting, commissioning and operating of all SIPROTEC protection relays, whatever the version. With a PC or Notebook, you can set the relays via one of the interfaces and read out and visualize fault data.
Because of its modular design, DIGSI can be used economically depending on the respective requirements. The basic version DIGSI 4 Basis already covers most standard tasks. The basic version can be extended with optional components. The basic version includes:
DIGSI 4
Software for configuring and operating all protection devices from Siemens
MS Windows program, executable under MS Windows 2000 / XP Professional Edition
Incl. device templates, Comtrade Viewer, manual in electronic form, start-up manual (paper) and DIGSI cable (for all devices)
Incl. service (upgrade, update, hotline, newsletter)
Switchover between operating languages
The complete version DIGSI 4 Professional has a greater functional scope than the basic version with the following additional functions:
DIGSI 4 Trial
DIGSI may be used and tested for up to 30 days for free: The so called "Trial mode" allows you to use all option packages for a period of 30 days without restrictions. When you are requested to enter a serial number while installing, enter the word "Trial". After 30 days beginning with installation of DIGSI 4 Trial you will be not able to run DIGSI. If you have purchased DIGSI meanwhile, only the installation CD “Program” has to be inserted and DIGSI be installed with the delivered serial number. It is not necessary to de-install DIGSI 4 Trial before.
Like Professional + IEC 61850, but only valid for 30 days
On CD-ROM (no authorization).
DIGSI 4 Professional
Complete version: Basic version plus SIGRA (fault record analysis), CFC Editor (logic editor), Display Editor (editor for main and feeder control diagrams) and DIGSI Remote (remote control),
Only for licensees of DIGSI 4 Basis
On CD-ROM With license for 10 computers
(authorization via serial number)
DIGSI 4 Professional + IEC 61850
Complete version: DIGSI 4 Professional plus IEC 61850 System Configurator
Only for licensees of DIGSI 4 Basis
On CD-ROM With license for 10 computers
(authorization via serial number on CD-ROM)
Upgrade Basis -> Professional
Basic version plus SIGRA (fault record analysis), CFC Editor (logic editor), Display Editor (editor for device displays) and DIGSI Remote (remote control),
With license for 10 computers
Only for licensees of DIGSI 4 Basis
On CD-ROM (authorization via serial number)
Upgrade Basis -> Professional + IEC 61850
Complete version: DIGSI 4 Professional plus IEC 61850 System Configurator
With license for 10 computers
Only for licensees of DIGSI 4 Basis
On CD-ROM (authorization via serial number)
DIGSI 4 Scientific
Like Professional, but only for academic institutions (universities and research institutes)
On CD-ROM (authorization via serial number).
DIGSI / SIPROTEC: Multimedia Promotion CDs
Please order these as a new Produkt: DIGSI 4 Demo
DIGSI 4 Copy
DIGSI 4 Remote
Software for remote operation of protection devices from Siemens via modem (and, if required, star coupler) under DIGSI (option package for DIGSI) MS Windows program, executable under MS Windows NT 4 / 98 / 2000 / ME / XP Professional Edition. Incl. manual in electronic form, incl. Service (upgrade, update, hotline), Switchover between operating languages
With license for 10 computers
On CD-ROM (authorization via serial number)
IEC61850 System Configurator
Software for configuration of stations with IEC61850 communication under DIGSI (option package for DIGSI) MS Windows program, executable under MS Windows NT 4 / 98 / 2000 / ME / XP Professional Edition Incl. electronic help Detailed, step-by-step introduction on supplementary CD Incl. Service (upgrade, update, hotline) Switchover between operating languages
With license for 10 computers
On CD-ROM (authorization via serial number)
By the way: If you are already working with the engineering tool SICAM plusTOOLS, you can integrate the functionality of DIGSI 4 seamlessly into the SIMATIC Manager. You can also use DIGSI 4 in conjunction with SICAM on the station control level without any problem, too.
The CD-ROM contains all components in English, German, Italian, French and Spanish. A "quick start" manual and the cable for direct connection between PC and protection unit is delivered, too.
Function overview
Functions
Unit administration in projects with freely configurable hierarchies for any substation and electrical power station topology
Import and export of parameter sets
Full use of the great flexibility of the PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) without any programming skills
Modify the default and single-line diagram displays preset in the factory with the Display Editor - just like a conventional image editor
Precise fault analysis with SIGRA: visualization of fault records in curves over time, circle diagrams, vector diagrams, and bar charts
Innovative I/O configuration in a clearly structured matrix
Intelligent plausibility checks rule out incorrect input
Graphical visualization of characteristics and zone diagrams with direct manipulation of the curves
Password-protected access for different jobs such as parameter setting, commissioning and controlling (authorized staff only)
Testing and diagnostic functions - decisive support in the commissioning phase
Direct operation via serial port, remote operation via modem
Field bus communication via IEC 60870-5-103 and PROFIBUS-FMS protocol
Hardware requirements
Pentium with 120 MHz processor (233 MHz recommended)
200 Mbyte of free hard disk space
32 Mbyte of RAM (64 Mbyte recommended)
CD-ROM Drive
Pointer device (i.e. mouse)
Serial port (COM)
Managing relays
The work is started with DIGSI in station management: Here it is possible to structure and manage projects easily. With freely configurable hierarchies you can display any station topology. The relays are simply selected from a catalog and dragged into the project. In addition to the possibility of archiving whole projects, the customer can now also export individual relays, for example, onto diskette: Time-consuming searching in file systems is a thing of the past.
With a double click on a relay, you can see all the operating functions that are possible: That gives you direct access to parameterization, routing and - if online - the commissioning functions and process data. The hierarchical structuring of the functionality is the same as the structure in local operation, which makes mixed operation (PC, local) easier during commissioning.
Fault record evaluation
Routing information
SIPROTEC 4 devices receive process information, process them and then pass them on. For this reason, indications, commands, measured values and metered values must be assigned to different input and output interfaces.
Until now, a whole series of operational sequences was required, even for routing a single piece of information. The device matrix in DIGSI 4 is therefore an absolute innovation: Based on a spreadsheet layout, you will be instantly familiar with the device matrix. In one window all information items and functions are listed sorted and can very easily be routed to inputs/outputs, LEDs, buffers, and the system interface, which are also offered in one window without any intermediate steps. If you want to display a signal dynamically, for example, in the basic display or control display or, if necessary, have an LED light up, a "cross" in the right cell is all it takes. Specific filters and the possibility of showing or hiding rows or columns very quickly ensures that you keep a good view. Intelligent plausibility checks rule out incorrect input.
Setting parameters
What you see is what you need: With DIGSI 4 you can define from the maximum functional scope of a SIPROTEC 4 unit a subset of functions. By this method, all functions and parameters that are not required are hidden. You can process function settings using structured tab card dialogs. When setting protection-specific parameters, visualization of the tripping characteristics is a decisive advantage. You can alter the characteristic curve displayed directly with the mouse at any time.
With just one mouse click, you can save your settings together with the other project data. DIGSI 4 takes care of the entire data management. Transferring the saved setting values to the connected SIPROTEC 4 relay is just as simple: You only have to choose the type of link - DIGSI 4 takes care of everything else. Testing and diagnostic functions are the decisive aids in the commissioning phase: Quick and without problems, you can check the wiring, and trace the effect of an indication output via the system interface in the higher level station. The fault indications logged in a relay when a fault occurs are listed in DIGSI, can be stored and printed out for documentation.
Programming graphically
A PLC (programmable logic controller) is integrated into the relays of the SIPROTEC 4 family, in which standard interlocks already configured in the factory are processed. If it is necessary to change or adapt them, the optional CFC Editor is used. In it, you can make full use of the great flexibility of the PLC fully graphically without any programming skills. All information items previously routed in the routing matrix to "CFC" can be "wired" with function blocks here. Once installed, the editor familiar from the SIMATIC world presents itself with a SIPROTEC-specific block library that not only provides standard operators, such as "AND" but also more complex functions, such as "TIMER". A sophisticated consistency check ensures error-free configuration results and reliable operation of the protection functions.
Modifying Mimic Diagrams
With the Display Editor 4 - also an optional package - you can alter or redraw the default displays and control displays configured in the factory. Operation of the Display Editor is the same as for a conventional picture editor. With symbols for the control devices and links you can create the required displays. You can make use of all the control devices that you have previously routed in the unit matrix. Once positioned in a display, the measured values and indications are displayed and updated on the display of the SIPROTEC 4 relay. Various supplied symbol libraries meet the most varied requirements, country or standard specific symbols are included.
Working online
In operation, too, DIGSI 4 is a reliable partner. Via a modem and telecommunication connection by DIGSI 4 REMOTE you can read fault recordings, process data, and event logs. At the click of a mouse, you can save this process data, which are then available offline, too. Relays that are located in a remote station, can be operated from the office. If a relay is opened in DIGSI and the protection processing selected via the modem link, DIGSI establishes the link with the relay after password entry and call-back from the station modem. Initial startup and restarting, clock setting - everything is possible by remote control, including the control of switching devices.
Fault record evaluation
The measured variables logged in the relay when a fault occurs can be visualized in curves over time using the integrated Comtrade Viewer 4. However, if you are looking for an easy-to-use tool for precise fault analysis that is capable not only of displaying curves but also of displaying in circle diagrams, vector diagrams, and barcharts, the optional package SIGRA 4 is right for you. From the measured values that have been recorded, SIGRA calculates further complementary values such as positive-sequence impedances, rms values, symmetrical components, vectors, etc. Two measurement cursors enable fast and convenient measurement of the fault record, synchronized in each view. The measured values of the cursor positions and their differences are presented in tables.
Additional fault records, e.g. from the other end of a line, can be added. By means of a synchronization function, it is possible to synchronize the fault records to a mutual timebase, thus considerably improving the quality of fault analysis.
SIGRA 4 can also be obtained as a standalone version and is therefore interesting to anyone wanting to evaluate fault records of the relays of other manufacturers. The only condition is that these fault records are available in the standardized COMTRADE format.