RTU560 diagnosis system is based on the web server technology. Therefore no special tools are required to analyse the RTU560.The diagnosis
could be carried out either locally or remote via LAN/WAN.
All RTU560 modules are maintenance free.Due to the small numbers of different modules,spare part stock is kept to a minimum.Since the application data is stored on Compact Flash CardsTM it is possible to exchange modules without new configuration download.
The functional operation of the RTU560 is guaranteed by a comprehensive monitoring concept. The hardware and software is continuously monitored from the I/O boards throughout the entire RTU.The hardware and software monitoring is carried out by active checks at several levels. The diagnosis concept of the RTU560 is consequently adapted to the possibilities of modern communication.Once access to the RTU560 by Intranet has been established,all of the RTU560's relevant information can be read out from any location by a laptop.
This system can be used for a checkup of the configuration or signal values and statuses.It allows service personnel to analyse and possibly solve a RTU problem from their office rather than making an unnecessary visit to the station.
On the other hand,when travelling to the site is inevitable,the required spare parts can be determined beforehand.
Remote access via Intranet is combined with authority privileges for the user.It is possible to:
• Monitor the RTU-produced internalerror messages
• Monitor and check the RTU560 configuration and the status of all connected process signals
• Check the current version of the configuration file
• Down- or upload the RTU560 configuration file
• Check and download revised software files for the RTU560 CMU boards
• Upload the archive files
Access to each communication board is granted individually. The presentation of process information about statuses and values is presented in such a way that the service personnel are able to work with the same designations (object identification keys) as the operator in the control station.
