APP-601 Recorder

Operating Manual
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APP00161
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Edition 9, September, 2017
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Safety Notices
Do not install substitute parts or perform any unauthorized modification to the product. Return the product
to APP Engineering, Inc. for service and repair to ensure that safety features are maintained.

*WARNING* A WARNING notice denotes a hazard. It calls attention to an operating

procedure, practice, or the like, that if not correctly performed or
adhered to, could result in personal injury or death. Do not proceed
beyond a WARNING notice until you fully understand and are
prepared to address the indicated conditions.

*CAUTION* A CAUTION notice denotes a hazard. It calls attention to an operating

procedure, practice, or the like that, if not correctly performed or
adhered to, could result in damage to the product or loss of important
data. Do not proceed beyond a CAUTION notice until you fully
understand and are prepared to address the indicated conditions.

*WARNING* (Personnel)
Only qualified, service-trained personnel who are aware of the
hazards involved should install, open any doors, remove any covers,
or disconnect the instrument (APP-601 Recorder). Disconnect power
before attempting any service or maintenance.

*WARNING* (Fuse)
For continued protection against fire, replace the line fuse only with a
fuse of the specified type and rating.

*WARNING* (Live Circuits)

Replacement of chassis, components, fuses and internal adjustments
must be performed by qualified personnel. The system main power
must always be disconnected before servicing. If the system utilizes
voltage and/or current test switches make sure they are open and
understand that the back of these switches are still live! If the system
utilizes sliding link terminal blocks for the digital channels and alarm
outputs, ensure that the sliding links are open and understand that
one side of the sliding link terminal block is still live!

*WARNING* (Operating Environment)

This instrument should not be used in an explosive environment. It
should not used in the presence of flammable gases or liquids. This
instrument should not be used in a damp or wet environment or an
environment that is subject to condensation.

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 *WARNING* (Grounding)
All chassis, cabinets, panels, and rack mount equipment must be
connected to an electrical earth ground. Grounding must be done to
prevent shock hazard to people. Instruments provided with a power
terminal block are provided with an appropriate means for connecting
an electrical safety earth ground. Only qualified and trained personnel
should connect power to this instrument. If the instrument includes a
three prong AC power cord, ensure that your power receptacle is
properly earth grounded.

*WARNING* (Two Person Rule)

Do not service or adjust equipment alone. Ensure that another person
is present that knows emergency procedures and is capable of giving
first aid.

Additional Document Notes

Throughout this manual, the APP-601 Recorder™ may be referred to as the “Recorder” or the APP-601
Multifunction Recorder.
Throughout this manual an event channel or event input may be referred to as a digital channel or digital
input.

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Contents
Contents ........................................................................................................................................................ vii
Table of Figures............................................................................................................................................ xii
Table of Tables ............................................................................................................................................ xiv
1. Introduction ........................................................................................................................................ 1-1
1.1 Overview ....................................................................................................................................... 1-2
1.2 History........................................................................................................................................... 1-2
1.3 Features ......................................................................................................................................... 1-2
1.4 Functions ....................................................................................................................................... 1-3
2. Specifications ..................................................................................................................................... 2-1
2.1 Analog Inputs ................................................................................................................................ 2-2
2.1.1 Voltage ................................................................................................................................ 2-2
2.1.2 Current ................................................................................................................................. 2-2
2.1.3 General ................................................................................................................................ 2-2
2.2 Event Inputs .................................................................................................................................. 2-3
2.3 Power Supply ................................................................................................................................ 2-3
2.4 Status Relays ................................................................................................................................. 2-4
2.5 Time Synchronization ................................................................................................................... 2-4
2.6 Communications ........................................................................................................................... 2-5
2.7 System Computer .......................................................................................................................... 2-5
2.7.1 Choice #1 APP-601 Computer Chassis ............................................................................... 2-5
2.7.2 Choice #2 APP-501 Computer Chassis ............................................................................... 2-6
2.8 Ethernet Switch ............................................................................................................................. 2-7
2.9 Enclosures ..................................................................................................................................... 2-7
2.10 Environment ............................................................................................................................. 2-7
2.11 Approvals ................................................................................................................................. 2-7
3. Installation Overview ......................................................................................................................... 3-1
3.1 Installation Types .......................................................................................................................... 3-2
3.2 Completing a Centralized Installation ........................................................................................... 3-3
3.3 Completing a Distributed Installation ........................................................................................... 3-7
3.4 Completing a Turn-Key Installation............................................................................................ 3-10
3.5 Basic Connection Diagram.......................................................................................................... 3-12
4. Hardware ............................................................................................................................................ 4-1
4.1 Available Computer Control Chassis ............................................................................................ 4-2
4.2 Major Duties of the Computer Control Chassis ............................................................................ 4-2
4.3 APP-601 Computer Control Chassis ............................................................................................. 4-2

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 4.3.1 Important APP-601 Computer Circuit Board Connector Points .......................................... 4-4
4.3.2 APP-601 Computer Control Chassis Specifications ............................................................ 4-5
4.4 APP-501 Computer Control Chassis ............................................................................................. 4-7
4.4.1 APP-501 Computer Control Chassis Specifications ............................................................ 4-8
4.5 APP-601 Data Chassis ................................................................................................................ 4-10
4.5.1 Power Supply Circuit Board .............................................................................................. 4-10
4.5.2 5VDC Power Supply Module ............................................................................................ 4-11
4.5.3 12VDC Power Supply Module .......................................................................................... 4-11
4.5.4 Alarm Circuit Board .......................................................................................................... 4-12
4.5.5 Event Circuit Board ........................................................................................................... 4-15
4.5.6 DSP/IRIG Circuit Board .................................................................................................... 4-16
4.5.7 Analog Circuit Board......................................................................................................... 4-18
4.5.8 Front Panel LED’s ............................................................................................................. 4-18
4.6 Ethernet Switch ........................................................................................................................... 4-21
4.7 Networking.................................................................................................................................. 4-23
5. Installing the Recorder Software ........................................................................................................ 5-1
5.1 Introduction ................................................................................................................................... 5-2
5.2 Program Installation and Quick Start Settings .............................................................................. 5-2
5.3 Startup and Running the APP Monitor .......................................................................................... 5-5
6. Using the APP Recorder .................................................................................................................... 6-1
6.1 Introduction ................................................................................................................................... 6-2
6.2 APP Recorder Program Functions ................................................................................................ 6-2
6.3 The APP Recorder Program Main Window .................................................................................. 6-2
6.4 Setting the Administrator Password .............................................................................................. 6-5
6.5 Printing .......................................................................................................................................... 6-6
6.5.1 Selecting and Configuring the Printer ................................................................................. 6-6
6.5.2 Printing the Contents of the Message Window .................................................................... 6-6
6.5.3 Printing the Recent Fault Summary ..................................................................................... 6-6
6.5.4 Printing the Recent Fault Summary with a Graph ............................................................... 6-7
6.6 Exiting the APP Recorder ............................................................................................................. 6-7
6.7 Configuring the APP Recorder ..................................................................................................... 6-8
6.7.1 Factory Settings ................................................................................................................... 6-8
6.7.2 Types of Configuration Settings .......................................................................................... 6-8
6.7.3 Configuring the Main Configuration Settings ..................................................................... 6-8
6.7.4 Setting Up Dial-up Networking ......................................................................................... 6-11
6.7.5 Configuring Automatic Tasks ............................................................................................ 6-12
6.7.6 Accessing the Automatic Tasks Tab .................................................................................. 6-13

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 6.7.7 Configuring Automatic Tasks that Occur when a Fault Arrives ........................................ 6-13
6.7.8 Configuring Printing .......................................................................................................... 6-15
6.7.9 Configuring the Format of Printed Reports ....................................................................... 6-17
6.7.10 Configuring Email Settings ............................................................................................... 6-20
6.7.11 Configuring FTP Settings .................................................................................................. 6-23
6.7.12 Defining a Boolean Logic Equation .................................................................................. 6-26
6.7.13 Performing a Test Upload .................................................................................................. 6-26
6.7.14 Configuring Automatic SER Reports ................................................................................ 6-27
6.7.15 Calling the Master Phone List when Alarms Occur .......................................................... 6-28
6.7.16 Configuring the Master Phone List .................................................................................... 6-28
6.7.17 Ping Master Every 5 minutes ............................................................................................. 6-30
6.7.18 Configuring Allowed IPs ................................................................................................... 6-30
6.7.19 Printing Recorder Configuration ....................................................................................... 6-31
6.8 Editing the Point Assignment Record ......................................................................................... 6-31
6.9 Editing the Line Group Record ................................................................................................... 6-31
6.10 Connecting to ClearView ....................................................................................................... 6-32
6.10.1 Connecting to ClearView .................................................................................................. 6-32
6.10.2 Disconnecting from ClearView ......................................................................................... 6-32
6.10.3 Viewing the Connection Status Window ........................................................................... 6-32
6.10.4 Choosing a Modem ............................................................................................................ 6-33
6.10.5 Setting the Network Port Number ..................................................................................... 6-33
6.10.6 Turning On or Off Dial-up Networking............................................................................. 6-34
6.11 Maintaining the APP Recorder ............................................................................................... 6-34
6.11.1 Viewing Trace Files ........................................................................................................... 6-34
6.11.2 Running a Diagnostic Test and Viewing Results .............................................................. 6-35
6.11.3 Viewing All SER Abnormal or Stopped Channels ............................................................ 6-36
6.11.4 Performing a Test Run ....................................................................................................... 6-36
6.11.5 Viewing the ON Alarms .................................................................................................... 6-37
6.11.6 Resetting FID ..................................................................................................................... 6-37
6.11.7 Re-initializing the APP Recorder Program ........................................................................ 6-38
6.11.8 Restart Recorder ................................................................................................................ 6-38
6.11.9 Rebooting the APP Recorder Program .............................................................................. 6-38
6.11.10 Reserving Memory and Defragging the Data Drive ..................................................... 6-39
6.12 Continuous Recording ............................................................................................................ 6-40
6.12.1 Viewing the Continuous Recording Status Window ......................................................... 6-40
6.12.2 Saving Oscillograph Data .................................................................................................. 6-41
6.12.3 Saving Frequency Data ...................................................................................................... 6-42

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 6.12.4 Saving RMS Data .............................................................................................................. 6-43
6.12.5 Saving Phase Data ............................................................................................................. 6-43
6.12.6 Saving RMS-Plus Phase Data ............................................................................................ 6-43
6.13 Using Other Tools .................................................................................................................. 6-44
6.13.1 Startup and Running the APP Monitor .............................................................................. 6-44
6.13.2 Network Path Logon .......................................................................................................... 6-45
6.13.3 Configuring a DNP3/Modbus Outstation .......................................................................... 6-46
6.13.4 To Configure a DNP3/Modbus Outstation Point Mapping TAB ....................................... 6-48
6.13.5 Emailing a Fault Summary Record .................................................................................... 6-50
6.13.6 Showing the Email Settings Window ................................................................................ 6-50
6.13.7 FTP a Fault File ................................................................................................................. 6-50
6.13.8 Show FTP Window ........................................................................................................... 6-50
6.13.9 Configuring a DSP Board’s Ethernet and IP Address Settings .......................................... 6-52
6.14 Configuring a Phasor Measurement Unit (PMU) ................................................................... 6-53
6.15 Viewing the Help and About Information .............................................................................. 6-57
7. Using the APP Driver ........................................................................................................................ 7-1
7.1 Introduction to the APP Driver ..................................................................................................... 7-2
7.2 Viewing the APP Recorder Driver Window ................................................................................. 7-2
7.3 Reinitializing the APP Driver ....................................................................................................... 7-3
7.4 Exiting the APP Driver ................................................................................................................. 7-3
7.5 Doing a Diagnosis ......................................................................................................................... 7-3
7.6 Performing a Test Run from the APP Driver ................................................................................ 7-3
7.7 PMU .............................................................................................................................................. 7-3
7.8 Viewing the Help and About Information ..................................................................................... 7-4
8. Using the OScope............................................................................................................................... 8-1
8.1 Introduction to the OScope ........................................................................................................... 8-2
8.2 Viewing the OScope (Oscilloscope) Window ............................................................................... 8-2
8.2.1 Analog Tab .......................................................................................................................... 8-2
8.2.2 Events Tab ........................................................................................................................... 8-3
8.2.3 Triggers Tab ........................................................................................................................ 8-3
8.2.4 Yscale Controls.................................................................................................................... 8-4
8.2.5 Meter Controls ..................................................................................................................... 8-4
8.2.6 Analog Channel Controls .................................................................................................... 8-4
8.2.7 Run Controls ........................................................................................................................ 8-4
8.2.8 Bottom Tray......................................................................................................................... 8-5
8.3 Reinitializing the OScope Window ............................................................................................... 8-5
8.4 Exiting the OScope Window ......................................................................................................... 8-5

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 8.5 Editing the Point Assignment Record ........................................................................................... 8-5
8.6 Viewing Driver Status ................................................................................................................... 8-5
8.7 Viewing Stopped/Abnormal SER Channels .................................................................................. 8-7
8.8 Advanced Menu ............................................................................................................................ 8-7
8.8.1 Calibrating and Un-Calibrating All Offsets ......................................................................... 8-7
8.8.2 Setting all Analog Channel Inputs to Zero .......................................................................... 8-8
8.8.3 Turning On All Alarms and LEDs ....................................................................................... 8-8
8.8.4 Rebooting the Driver ........................................................................................................... 8-9
8.9 Calibrating and Un-Calibrating One Channel at a time ................................................................ 8-9
8.9.1 Calibrating the DC Offset One Channel at a Time .............................................................. 8-9
8.9.2 Calibrating and Un-Calibrating Offsets One Channel at a time ........................................ 8-10
8.10 Calibrating Slope (Performing an External Calibration) ........................................................ 8-10
9. Other Information .............................................................................................................................. 9-1
9.1 Time Quality ................................................................................................................................. 9-2
9.2 Recommended Maintenance and Calibration ................................................................................ 9-3
9.2.1 Performance-based Maintenance ......................................................................................... 9-3
9.2.2 Time-based Maintenance ..................................................................................................... 9-4
9.3 Recommended Setup for MW Channels (Using 4ma-20ma Transducer) .................................... 9-4
9.4 Recommended Setup for MVAR Channels (Using 4ma-12ma-20ma Transducer) ..................... 9-5
9.5 Recommended Setup for a Current Channel using a 4ma-20ma Transducer (e.g. measuring
generator field current) ........................................................................................................................... 9-6
9.6 Linux Ubuntu Operating System................................................................................................... 9-7
9.6.1 Viewing Screens .................................................................................................................. 9-7
9.6.2 Stopping the APP Recorder Program .................................................................................. 9-8
9.6.3 Shutting Down the Computer Chassis ................................................................................. 9-8
9.6.4 Other Information ................................................................................................................ 9-8

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Table of Figures
Figure 1: APP-601 Computer Control Chassis Front View (Fanless) ......................................................... 3-3
Figure 2: APP-501 Computer Control Chassis Front View......................................................................... 3-3
Figure 3: Data Chassis Front View.............................................................................................................. 3-3
Figure 4: Chassis Interconnection Diagram (Reference) (with APP-501 Computer Control Chassis) ..... 3-12
Figure 5: Chassis Interconnection Diagram (Reference) (with APP-601 Computer Control Chassis) ..... 3-13
Figure 6: APP-601 Computer Control Chassis Front View......................................................................... 4-6
Figure 7: APP-601 Computer Control Chassis Rear View .......................................................................... 4-6
Figure 8: APP-501 Computer Control Chassis 3D View ............................................................................ 4-8
Figure 9: APP-501 Computer Control Chassis Front View......................................................................... 4-9
Figure 10: APP-501 Computer Control Chassis Rear view......................................................................... 4-9
Figure 11: Cross Trigger over IP Network ................................................................................................ 4-14
Figure 12: Cross Trigger Wiring, 3 DFR Example ................................................................................... 4-15
Figure 13: APP-601 Data Chassis 3D View .............................................................................................. 4-19
Figure 14: APP-601 Data Chassis Front View .......................................................................................... 4-20
Figure 15: APP-601 Data Chassis Rear View ........................................................................................... 4-20
Figure 16: Recorder Configuration Window ............................................................................................... 5-3
Figure 17: Point Assignment Window’s Chassis Configuration ................................................................. 5-4
Figure 18: Point Assignment Window: General Settings Tab ..................................................................... 5-5
Figure 19: Windows Logon & Setup Window ............................................................................................ 5-6
Figure 20: APP Recorder Program Main Window ...................................................................................... 6-3
Figure 21: Analog Tab................................................................................................................................. 6-3
Figure 22: Triggers Tab ............................................................................................................................... 6-4
Figure 23: Events/SER Tab ......................................................................................................................... 6-4
Figure 24: SER Report Tab ......................................................................................................................... 6-4
Figure 25: Fault Location Tab ..................................................................................................................... 6-5
Figure 26: Example of APP 601 Recorder Configuration Window—Main Tab ......................................... 6-9
Figure 27: Recorder Configuration Window —Automatic Tasks Tab ...................................................... 6-13
Figure 28: Printing Format Window ......................................................................................................... 6-17
Figure 29: Default Report Format ............................................................................................................. 6-19
Figure 30: Report with Spread digital among graphs checked .................................................................. 6-19
Figure 31: Auto Email Setup Window ...................................................................................................... 6-21
Figure 32: Manual Emailing Window ....................................................................................................... 6-22

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Figure 33: FTP Account Settings Window ................................................................................................ 6-23
Figure 34: FTP Remote Directory Setup Window .................................................................................... 6-25
Figure 35: FTP Upload or Testing Window .............................................................................................. 6-27
Figure 36: Master Phone & Network List Window ................................................................................... 6-29
Figure 37: Allowable IPs Entry Window (Security Feature) ..................................................................... 6-30
Figure 38: Connection Status Screen ......................................................................................................... 6-32
Figure 39: Choose Modem Window ......................................................................................................... 6-33
Figure 40: Recorder Diagnostic Results Window ..................................................................................... 6-35
Figure 41: Stopped/Abnormal SER Channels Window ............................................................................ 6-36
Figure 42: Alarms Currently ON Window ................................................................................................ 6-37
Figure 43: Continuous Recording Menu ................................................................................................... 6-40
Figure 44: Continuous Recording Status Window .................................................................................... 6-41
Figure 45: Time Slice Entry Window........................................................................................................ 6-41
Figure 46: Save Freq Data File .................................................................................................................. 6-42
Figure 47: Tools Menu Window ............................................................................................................... 6-44
Figure 48: Windows Logon & Startup ...................................................................................................... 6-44
Figure 49: Network Path Logon ................................................................................................................ 6-45
Figure 50: DNP-3/Modbus Configuration Window (DNP-3) ................................................................... 6-46
Figure 51: DNP-3/Modbus Configuration Window (Modbus) ................................................................. 6-48
Figure 52: Point Mapping .......................................................................................................................... 6-49
Figure 53: DNP-3/Modbus Status Window ............................................................................................... 6-50
Figure 54: DSP Board Setup Window ....................................................................................................... 6-53
Figure 55: PMU Window .......................................................................................................................... 6-54
Figure 56: PMU - Sending Format ............................................................................................................ 6-56
Figure 57: The APP Recorder Driver Window ........................................................................................... 7-2
Figure 58: OScope Window, Analog Tab ................................................................................................... 8-2
Figure 59: Oscope Window, Event Status Tab ............................................................................................ 8-3
Figure 60: OScope Window, Analog Trigger Status Tab ............................................................................ 8-3
Figure 61: DSP Board Communication Status Window ............................................................................. 8-6
Figure 62: Stopped/Abnormal SER Channels Screen ................................................................................. 8-7
Figure 63: Show Analog Channels Group ................................................................................................. 8-10
Figure 64: Calibrate/Un-Calibrate Offset .................................................................................................. 8-10
Figure 65: External Calibration (Slope) Group ......................................................................................... 8-11
Figure 66: Linux Ubuntu OS and Virtual Machine Diagram ...................................................................... 9-7

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Table of Tables
Table 1: APP-601 Computer Circuit Board Connector Points .................................................................... 4-4
Table 2: APP-601 Computer Control Chassis Specifications ...................................................................... 4-5
Table 3: 501 Computer Control Chassis Specifications .............................................................................. 4-8
Table 4: SyncMethod and Corresponding Hardware 3-PIN Jumper Position ........................................... 4-16
Table 5: Description of LEDs .................................................................................................................... 4-18
Table 6: Switch Specifications .................................................................................................................. 4-21
Table 7: Pin Out ........................................................................................................................................ 4-22
Table 8: Ethernet and IP Addresses for the DSP Network ........................................................................ 4-23
Table 9: Values on the SER Report Tab ...................................................................................................... 6-5
Table 10: Configuring Automatic Tasks—Options in the Call Master List .............................................. 6-14
Table 11: Configuring Automatic Tasks—Options in the Print List ......................................................... 6-16
Table 12: Defining a Boolean Logic Filter—Variables and Entries .......................................................... 6-26
Table 13: DNP-3 Objects and Variations .................................................................................................. 6-47
Table 14: Modbus Function Codes ............................................................................................................ 6-48
Table 15: OScope Window—Y Scale Options............................................................................................ 8-4
Table 16: DSP Board Communication Status Window—Fields ................................................................. 8-6
Table 17: SER Report Tab—Letter Values ................................................................................................. 8-7
Table 18: IEEE 1344 Time Quality Values ................................................................................................. 9-2
Table 19: Time Quality and APP-601 Action ............................................................................................. 9-3
Table 20: Time-based Maintenance Procedures .......................................................................................... 9-4

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1. Introduction

Introduction 1-1
1.1 Overview
The APP-601 multifunction recording instrument was designed to meet the monitoring and reporting needs
in the power transmission, power distribution, and power generating areas. The APP-601 lends itself useful
to other industrial applications because of its wide voltage input range, current input range, digital input
range, status output capability and various recording speeds. When coupled with APP ClearView™, a
master station software package and COMTRADE viewer, it provides a powerful platform for data
acquisition, analysis, and reporting.

1.2 History
The APP-601 recorder is derived from its successor the APP-501 Recorder. The APP-501 Level 1 & Level
2 Data Chassis have been removed from our standard offering but are available if needed. The APP-501
Computer Chassis continues to be manufactured and is offered as a computer control chassis choice for the
APP-601 recorder system. The APP-601 recorder can be purchased with either of the following chassis
configurations:
 APP-601 Computer Chassis and APP-601 Data Chassis
 APP-501 Computer Chassis and APP-601 Data Chassis

1.3 Features
Major features of the APP-601 recorder include the following:
 Windows based software (a Linux OS is available as an option for the APP-501 Computer)
 Distributed or centralized architecture
 Easy and intuitive setup
 Simultaneous recording functions
 Optional Computer Unit Redundant (CUR)
 DC coupling
 Data alignment within 1msec
 Auto diagnostics
 Remote power toggle
 Independent data acquisition channels
 Analog channels configurable as voltage or current
 Multiple triggers per channel
 Automatic creation of COMTRADE files
 Auto calling, polling, emailing
 Network, modem, DNP-3, FTP communications
 Digital channels configurable as DFR, SER, or both
 Integrated monitor and keyboard (APP-501 Computer Chassis)
 Superior analysis software (APP ClearView)
 AC or DC input power
 Designed and manufactured by APP Engineering Inc.

Introduction 1-2
1.4 Functions
Major recording functions of the APP-601 recorder include the following:
 Transient Oscillography
 Extended Oscillography
 Extended RMS (Root Mean Square)
 Continuous Oscillography
 Continuous RMS
 Continuous Frequency
 Continuous Phasor
 Trending RMS & Frequency
 Sequence of Events
 PMU (Phasor Measurement Unit)
 Real Time Local Monitoring or remote monitoring via RDP (Remote Desktop Protocol)

Introduction 1-3
2. Specifications

2-1
2.1 Analog Inputs

2.1.1 Voltage
Max channels per chassis 30
Max input voltage 440VACrms
True DC Coupling Yes
Rin 100KΩ Min, Range Dependent
Burden 0.045VA@67V, 0.144VA@120V
Accuracy (un-calibrated) Typical 0.15% of Reading, Max 0.5%

2.1.2 Current
Internal shunt 2mΩ
Burden 0.05VA@5A, 0.45AV@15A
Max Continuous current 15A
Max amp-seconds (not to exceed) 140A RMS for 2 seconds, 250A RMS for 0.5
seconds
Max current (not to exceed) 250A
Accuracy (un-calibrated) Typical 0.61% of Reading, Max 1.0%

2.1.3 General
Ch to Ch phase angle error ≤ 0.004 degrees
Cut-off frequency (-3db) 10KHz
Common mode rejection 80dB Min
Temperature Error ≤75ppm/ºC
Channel to channel isolation ≥ 3500VDC
Channel to ground isolation ≥ 3500VDC
Channels per card 3
Channel type Each channel can be setup as voltage or current
Data alignment With 1PPS rising edge
Data accuracy 1 µsec with unmodulated IRIG-B input
Connector type #6 screw terminal double barrier
Max wire size 12AWG

Specifications 2-2
2.2 Event Inputs
Max channels per chassis 80
Channels per card 8
Channel type DFR, SER or Both
Standard input voltage range 45-250VDC
Optional input voltage 24VDC or internally wet
Contact configuration Programmable normally open/normally closed
Configuration Isolated or common return
Channel to channel isolation ≥ 3500VDC
Channel to ground isolation ≥ 3500VDC
Connector type Pluggable, 16 pole
Max wire size 14AWG

2.3 Power Supply

AC Range 88-264Vac (50/60Hz)
DC Range 86VDC to 373VDC (48VDC Option)
Power draw @ 125VDC 90W, 54 analog channels & 96 event channels
Input to ground isolation ≥ 3500VDC

Specifications 2-3
2.4 Status Relays
Cards per system 1 standard (more optional)
Outputs per card 8
Contact ratings 12A Cont., Break is 0.5A @ 125VDC
12A Cont., Break is 0.35A @ 250VDC
Dielectric coil to contacts 5KVac
Contact Configuration Board jumper normally open/normally closed
Physical Alarm outputs 8
Alarms, (Mappable to any physical alarm output). Power
An alarm can be assigned to multiple physical On line
outputs. A physical output can have 1 or more Off line
alarms assigned to it. It is recommended not to Clock sync loss
map multiple alarms to Power, Online, Continuous Disk Full
Record, and Cross Trigger. Master Communication error
Chassis Communication error
Transient Record
Disturbance Record
SOE Record
DSP Board Temperature
Continuous Record
PC Health
Analog Channel Fail
Cross Trigger
Connector type Pluggable, 16 pole
Max wire size 14AWG

2.5 Time Synchronization

Modulated IRIG-B Input Yes
Unmodulated IRIB-B Input Yes
Selection method Board jumper & Software
Connector type BNC
Chassis to chassis signal 1PPS – BNC connector, 100ns chassis to chassis
latency if signal is daisy chained. 1PPS signal can
be paralleled with a “T” connector.

For more information, see Time Quality on page 9-2.

Specifications 2-4
2.6 Communications
Recorder to master station Ethernet 10/100Mbit, TCP/IP (Fiber optional)
Modem 56K
Chassis to chassis Ethernet 100Mbit, UDP (Fiber optional)
DNP-3 Ethernet 10/100Mbit, TCP/IP (Fiber optional)
RS232 (9-Pin Connector)
PMU Ethernet 10/100Mbit, UDP or RS232 (9-Pin Conn)

2.7 System Computer

2.7.1 Choice #1 APP-601 Computer Chassis

Operating system XP Professional or Windows 7, and 10
Processor Atom D510 Dual-Core 1.66Ghz Fanless
RAM 2GB DDR2 667MHz SODIMM Module
Flash On Board Compact (16GB is STD, larger is
available)
Internal HDD 500GB Min.
External HDD, CDRW, DVDRW Option
Ports 2x Programmable RS232/422/485 (Com1 & 2)
2x RS-232 (Com3 & 4)
2x Ethernet (1 for DSP, 1 for LAN) Intel 82574
1x Ethernet (Spare) Realtek RT8111C
5x USB2 (4 on back panel, 1 on front panel)
2x eSATA
2x PS2 (Keyboard & Mouse)
1x VGA, 1x Modem 56K , 1x Sound, 1x MIC
1x LVDS (for LVDS Interface Panel)
Display Option, See APP-601 Mon./Keyboard Chassis
Keyboard Option, See APP-601 Mon./Keyboard Chassis
Touchpad Option, See APP-601 Mon./Keyboard Chassis
Temperature 5 to 55° C with standard HDD
-25 to 70° C with Extended Temp Range HDD
(80GB Max) or Solid State Drive
Solid State Drive Option (SLC Recommended)
Power Button Recessed, Non-latched with Blue LED (for off
hold for 5 seconds)
Reset Button Recessed, if pushed it executes a hard reset

Specifications 2-5
 Front Panel LED Indicator 12V Power Green, Solid On When Power is OK
Rear Panel LED Indicators Watchdog (WD) Yellow, Indicates the status of
the watchdog timer. When started the LED flashes
and when the timer expires the LED lights
Hard Drive (HD) Red, When the SATA HD is
operating the LED flashes
Compact Flash (CF) Green, When the CF is
operating the LED flashes

2.7.2 Choice #2 APP-501 Computer Chassis

Operating system XP Professional, Windows 7, 10, or Linux Ubuntu
Processor Intel Duo Core Minimum
RAM 4GB DDR Minimum
Internal HDD 500GB IDE Min.
External HDD (option) 250GB IDE Minimum
Ports 1-RS232
1-Ethernet (1 for DSP)
1-External Ethernet to USB for LAN
4-USB
Display Integrated Flip Up
Keyboard Integrated
Touchpad Integrated
Temperature 5 to 55° C
Modem Yes, External 56K
Solid State Drive Optional (SLC Recommended)

Specifications 2-6
2.8 Ethernet Switch
Data rate 10Base-T/100Base-TX
Ports 5 (8, 16, 24 port optional, fiber optional)
Power 10-36Vdc or 8-24Vac
Input frequency 47-63 Hz
Port connectors RJ-45
LED indicators Activity, Link, Data Rate, Power

2.9 Enclosures
APP-601 Computer Chassis 19” W x 5.25” H x 9.8” D (Rack Mount)
APP-501 Computer Chassis 19” W x 5.25” H x 16” D (Rack Mount)
APP-601 Data Chassis 19” W x 5.25” H x 9.8” D (Rack Mount)
Ethernet Switch 1” W x 4.75” H x 3” D (Din Rail Mount)

2.10 Environment
Operating temperature 5 to 55º C Standard
-25 to 70° with 601 Computer Chassis and
Extended Range HDD or SSD
Storage temperature -40 to 70º C
Operating relative humidity 0 to 95% non-condensing
Storage relative humidity 0 to 95% non condensing
Operating altitude 10,000 ft maximum

2.11 Approvals
Standard ANSI/IEEE C37.90.1-2002
Standard IEC 60255-22-1 Cat III (Osc)
Standard IEC 60255-22-4 cat IV (EFT)
Standard IEC 60255-5 cat IV (Isolation)
Option w/Extended Range HDD IEC 60068-2-1 (Cold)
Option w/Extended Range HDD IEC 60068-2-2 (Hot)
Option w/Extended Range HDD IEC 60068-2-30 (Damp Heat)
Standard ANSI/IEEE C37.111 (COMTRADE)
Standard ANSI/IEEE C37.232-2007 (Com Names)

Specifications 2-7
3. Installation Overview

Installation Overview 3-1

3.1 Installation Types
Three types of installations are possible:
 Centralized
 Distributed
 Turn-key

Centralized Installation
A centralized installation is used when the recorder chassis are installed in the same panel/cabinet or in
close proximity to each other. Close proximity would be within 40’ (even longer with special discussions
with the factory). A centralized installation will generally consist of a computer control chassis and one or
more data chassis. In this type of installation, there is typically only one satellite clock IRIG-B input. 1PPS
signals are daisy chained from chassis to chassis.

Distributed Installation
A distributed installation is used when the recorder chassis are installed in panels/cabinets that are greater
than 40’ apart or even in separate buildings. A distributed installation will generally consist of a computer
control chassis and several data chassis. All chassis must connect back to the system Ethernet switch. The
chassis should not be greater than 100 meters from the Ethernet switch if straight Ethernet is used. Longer
distance can be achieved with Ethernet boosters or by using fiber optic interfaces or using the company
network. One or more IRIG-B signals can be used.

Turn-Key Installation
The most common installation type is a turn-key installation. APP Engineering, Inc. mounts and wires the
chassis, and other associated components, in a customer specified panel/cabinet. All work is completed at
the APP factory and a complete turn-key cabinet is delivered to the customer.

*WARNING* Only qualified, service-trained personnel who are aware of the

hazards involved should install, open any doors, remove any covers,
or disconnect the instrument (APP-601 Recorder). Disconnect power
before attempting any installation, service or maintenance.
See Safety Notices on page v for more very important, must read,
safety information.
Please call APP Engineering, Inc. at 317-536-5300 with any installation
or service questions. Installation service is available by APP
Engineering, Inc. Please call the number above for additional
information.

Installation Overview 3-2

3.2 Completing a Centralized Installation
When a chassis only (loose gear) system is purchased, the minimum number of chassis in the system will
be two (Computer Control Chassis & Data Chassis). Chassis front views are provided for reference.

Figure 1: APP-601 Computer Control Chassis Front View (Fanless)

Figure 2: APP-501 Computer Control Chassis Front View

Figure 3: Data Chassis Front View

Chassis can be located in the same panel or distributed in 2 or more panels. The installation steps, discussed
below, do not include software setup steps. Most always, the factory will have obtained a point assignment
list, satellite clock information, event input information, and other information that allowed them to
configure the software and setup the hardware jumpers. Software settings and windows are discussed in
later sections of this manual.

Installation Overview 3-3

 To Complete a Centralized Installation
1. Inspect the shipping cartons to see if any obvious shipping damage has occurred. If the items have
been damaged, contact the carrier immediately and file a damage claim. Take pictures of the
damaged cartons.
2. Unpack the instruments and keep the cartons. If you filed a claim with the freight company, their
inspector may want to see the boxes. Inspect the instruments and associated peripherals. If
damaged, take pictures and file a claim with the freight company if you feel they are at fault.
Contact APP Engineering, Inc. if any kind of damage has occurred.
3. Carefully review the print set that was provided with the recorder.
4. Remove any power from the panels that you will be installing equipment into or working in.
5. Install the rack mount Computer Control chassis and Data chassis into your desired panel. Each
chassis should be installed with (4) fasteners. Since panels utilize various size screws for rack
mount instruments, fasteners have not been provided (unless special arrangements have been
made).
6. Install the din rail mount Ethernet switch. It is preferred that the Ethernet switch be mounted in the
same panel as the Computer Control chassis and Data chassis. A small piece of din rail has been
provided. At the request of the customer, APP Engineering can mount the Ethernet switch to the
back of a 3U rack mount panel.
7. In a centralized installation, data chassis are usually installed in the same panel as the computer
chassis. However, some data chassis can be mounted in other panels. A shielded straight Ethernet
cable and 1PPS co-axial cable will need to be pulled from the Ethernet switch and last data chassis
in the centralized panel, respectively, to the data chassis.
8. Ensure that all circuit board cards are seated properly and the holding screws are tight. Open the
front panel doors on each chassis and ensure that internal power supplies, connectors, and
computer are in proper position and secured in place. Ensure that no foreign objects are lying in
the chassis.
9. Ground all chassis to your panel grounding bars. The distance from any chassis to a panel
grounding bar(s) should not exceed 16 ft. Grounding braid has been provided. Ensure that your
panel ground bars are properly earth grounded.

*WARNING* Proper grounding procedures must be followed to prevent serious

injury or death to people who may come in contact with this recording
equipment.

10. Review the Point Assignment Record that your company provided to APP Engineering, Inc. APP
strives to get these records prior to shipment so the instrument internal settings are complete. Prior
to connecting signals to the analog channels, the user must know if a particular channel has been
designated as a voltage channel or current channel. Each analog channel has two jumpers that
configure it for a voltage or current input. If the Point Assignment Record was received prior to
shipment, the factory has already made the correct jumper settings.
11. Wire the recorder analog channels. The analog channels will accept a maximum wire size of
12AWG. The terminal block screws are #6. The maximum input to a voltage channel is 440VAC.
The maximum continuous current thru a current channel is 15Amps.
12. Wire the recorder event (digital) channels. The event channels utilize a pluggable 16 position
connector. The maximum wire size for this connector is 14AWG. The standard input voltage
range is 45-250Vdc. Event Boards setup for 24Vdc are available as an option. Reference the print
set for any notes designating event channels that require 24Vdc or event boards that are Internally
Wetted as opposed to our typical board that needs external wetting. If the events have a common

Installation Overview 3-4

 return and the customer provided that information to the factory, they will have jumpers between
the (-) event terminals.

*CAUTION* APP Engineering manufactures an event circuit board that is

internally wetted and is setup for dry contact connection only. Do not
connect an external voltage to this internally wetted event circuit
board!
The board will have labeling indicating that it is for Dry Input. Again,
reference the print set for electrical drawings and important notes.

13. Wire the recorder alarm outputs. The alarm outputs utilize a pluggable 16 position connector. The
maximum wire size for this connector is 14AWG. The alarm output contact is dry. The contacts
can break 0.5Amps @ 125VDC or 0.35A @ 250VDC.
14. Connect your IRIG-B signal to the back of the DSP/IRIG circuit board. The IRIG-B connector is
labeled and is a standard BNC type connector. This board can accept a modulated or un-modulated
IRIG-B signal. However, a board jumper must be set to reflect the input type and software setting
in the Point Assignment Record must be made. Unless a satellite controlled clock was purchased
with the system, an IRIG-B coax cable is not provided.
15. Connect the 1PPS signal from chassis to chassis. Connect the 1PPS out signal from the 1st Data
chassis to the 1PPS input of the 2nd Data chassis. Keep daisy chaining until the remaining data
chassis are connected. The 1PPS connector is a standard BNC connector. 1PPS interconnecting
cables have been provided with the system. The 1PPS signal can also be paralleled by using a
BNC “T” to reduce 1PPS latency.
16. Ethernet cables have been provided with the system. Each chassis has one Ethernet RJ45
connector. On the Data chassis this connector is located on the DSP/IRIG circuit board. On the
Computer Control chassis it is simply located on the back panel and labeled DSP Enet. A cable
should be connected to each chassis and routed back to the system Ethernet switch. If a system
only consists of a Computer Control chassis and a single Data chassis, a switch is not required and
may not have been provided. Simply make a peer-to-peer connection between the two chassis.
17. Connect power cables to the Ethernet switch. A power cable has been provided. It should be
connected from the Data Chassis power supply circuit board (terminals 3&4) to the input terminal
block of the Ethernet switch. The voltage is 12Vdc.

*CAUTION* It is possible that a specially requested Ethernet switch was used and
it may connect directly to 125VDC.
Reference the print set for electrical drawings and important notes.

18. Main input power to the system connects to the 1st Data chassis. Input voltage can be 88-264Vac
or 86-373 Vdc or 125Vdc. Other voltage input options are available. All chassis have power
connected to terminals 1 & 2 of the power circuit board. It is likely that wires have been provided
for paralleling power from Data chassis to Main Data Chassis (usually the 1st Data Chassis).
Power to the Computer Control chassis should come from the Data chassis. Terminals 5 & 6 on
the Data chassis power supply circuit board should be used to power the Computer Control
chassis. It is likely wires have been provided for connecting output power from the Main Data
chassis to the power input of the Computer Control chassis.

*WARNING* All #6 ring terminals connecting to the power circuit board should be
insulated ring terminals.

19. Ensure that all chassis power switches are in the OFF position.

Installation Overview 3-5

 *WARNING* Ensure that your power source wires are not live (turned off or
disconnected). Follow OSHA power safety lock out procedures.
Ensure that your source can provide sufficient current to the
recording system. Ensure that your power source is fused and
properly earth grounded.

20. Connect power from your source to the main or 1st Data chassis power supply board (terminals
1&2). Use insulated #6 ring terminals

*WARNING* Reference the drawings provided with the system.

21. If using an APP-501 Computer Control chassis, open the hinged front door, pull out the computer,
and flip up the monitor. If you purchased the optional APP-601 Monitor and Keyboard chassis
(for the APP-601 Computer Control Chassis), open the hinged front panel door and pull out the
monitor and keyboard.
22. Carefully and with great prior inspection and thought, turn on your power source.
23. Carefully turn on the power switches located at the rear of the Data chassis.
24. If a proper turn on occurs you should see the following:
 Computer startup
 APP Recorder program begins
 All Data chassis front panel POWER LED illuminate green, the ON LINE LED illuminate
green, the 1PPS LED illuminate green, and only if the continuous recording is enabled the
CONT RECORD LED illuminate amber (yellow).
25. If the system has not powered up correctly, please recheck your wiring and review the wiring
prints that shipped with the recorder.
26. Please call the factory for any required assistance (317) 536-5300.

Installation Overview 3-6

3.3 Completing a Distributed Installation
 To Complete a Distributed Installation Steps
1. Inspect the cartons to see if any obvious shipping damage has occurred. If the items have been
damaged, contact the carrier immediately and file a damage claim. Take pictures of the damaged
cartons.
2. Unpack the instruments and keep the cartons. If you filed a claim with the freight company, their
inspector may want to see the boxes. Inspect the instruments and associated peripherals. If
damaged, take pictures and file a claim with the freight company if you feel they are at fault.
Contact APP Engineering, Inc. if any kind of damage has occurred.
3. Carefully review the print set that was provided with the recorder.
4. Remove any power from the panels that you will be installing equipment into or working in.
5. Install the rack mount Computer Control chassis and Data chassis into your desired panels. Each
chassis should be installed with (4) fasteners. Since panels utilize various size screws for rack
mount instruments, fasteners have not been provided (unless special arrangements have been
made).
6. Install the din rail mount Ethernet switch. It is preferred that the switch be mounted in the same
panel as the Computer Control chassis. A small piece of din rail has been provided. At the request
of the customer, APP Engineering can mount the Ethernet switch to the back of a 3U rack mount
panel.

Note: Unless fiber optic converters or Ethernet extenders were purchased with the
instruments, all Data chassis should be installed within 100 meters (328 feet) of
the Ethernet switch.

7. Ensure that all circuit board cards are seated properly and the holding screws are tight. Open the
front panel doors on each chassis and ensure that internal power supplies, connectors, and
computer are in proper position and secured in place. Ensure that no foreign objects are lying in
the chassis.
8. Ground all chassis to your panel grounding bars. The distance from any chassis to a panel
grounding bar(s) should not exceed 16”. Grounding braid has been provided. Ensure that your
panel ground bars are properly earth grounded.

*WARNING* Proper grounding procedures must be followed to prevent serious

injury or death to people who may come in contact with this recording
equipment.

9. Review the Point Assignment Record that your company provided to APP Engineering, Inc. APP
strives to get these records prior to shipment so the instrument internal settings are complete. Prior
to connecting signals to the analog channels, the user must know if a particular channel has been
designated as a voltage channel or current channel. Each analog channel has two jumpers that
configure it for a voltage or current input. If the Point Assignment Record was received prior to
shipment, the factory has already made the correct jumper settings.
10. Wire the recorder analog channels. The analog channels will accept a maximum wire size of
12AWG. The terminal block screws are #6. The maximum input to a voltage channel is 440VAC.
The maximum continuous current thru a current channel is 15Amps.

Installation Overview 3-7

 11. Wire the recorder event (digital) channels. The event channels utilize a pluggable 16 position
connector. The maximum wire size for this connector is 14AWG. The standard input voltage
range is 45-250Vdc. Event Boards setup for 24Vdc are available as an option. Reference the print
set for any notes designating event channels that require 24Vdc or event boards that are Internally
Wetted as opposed to our typical board that needs external wetting. If the events have a common
return and the customer provided that information to the factory, they will have jumpers between
the (-) event terminals.

*CAUTION* APP Engineering manufactures an event circuit board that is

internally wetted and is setup for dry contact connection only. Do not
connect an external voltage to this internally wetted event circuit
board!
The board will have labeling indicating that it is for dry input. Again,
reference the print set for electrical drawings and important notes.

12. Wire the recorder alarm outputs. The alarm outputs utilize a pluggable 16 position connector. The
maximum wire size for this connector is 14AWG. The alarm output contact is dry. The contacts
can break 0.5Amps @ 125VDC or 0.35A @ 250VDC.
13. Connect IRIG-B or 1PPS signal to the back of each DSP/IRIG circuit board (one board per
chassis) according to Point Assignment Record. The IRIG-B or 1PPS-IN/OUT connectors are
labeled and are standard BNC type connectors. This board can accept a modulated or un-
modulated IRIG-B signal, or 1PPS-IN signal. It also can output 1PPS signal. However, a board
jumper and software setting in the Point Assignment Record must be set to reflect the input type.
Unless a satellite-controlled clock is purchased with the system, an IRIG-B coax cable is not
provided.
The Chassis to chassis 1PPS signal can also be paralleled by using a BNC “T” to reduce latency.
SNTP can be used for the clock input via LAN Enet port to an internet SNTP clock source or
through an external SNTP clock.
14. Each chassis has one Ethernet RJ45 connector. On the Data Chassis, this connector is located on
the DSP/IRIG circuit boards. On the Computer Control chassis it is simply located on the back
panel and labeled DSP Enet. A shielded straight cable should be connected to each chassis and
routed back to the system Ethernet switch. If a system only consists of a Computer Control chassis
and a single Data chassis, an Ethernet switch may not have been provided. Simply make a peer-to-
peer connection between the two chassis. Typically, Ethernet cables are not provided with
distributed system.
15. Connect power cables to the Ethernet switch. A power cable has been provided. It should be
connected from Data chassis power supply circuit board (terminals 3&4) to the input terminal
block of the switch. The voltage is 12Vdc.

*CAUTION* It is possible that a specially requested Ethernet switch is used and it

may connect directly to 125VDC.
Reference the print set for electrical drawings and important notes.

16. In a distributed architecture, each Data chassis receives its own power input from your power
source (station battery or AC Input). Input voltage can be 86-373 Vdc or 88-264 Vac. Other
voltage input options are available. Power to the Computer Chassis should come from the main
data chassis. Terminals 5 & 6 on the data chassis power supply circuit board should be used to
power the computer control chassis.

Installation Overview 3-8

 *WARNING* All #6 ring terminals connecting to the power circuit board should be
insulated ring terminals.

17. Ensure that the power switches, located on the back of each chassis, are in the OFF position.

*WARNING* Ensure that your power source wires are not live (turned off or
disconnected). Follow OSHA power safety lock out procedures.
Ensure that your source can provide sufficient current to each Data
chassis. Ensure that your power source is fused and properly earth
grounded.

18. Connect power from your source to all the Data chassis power supply boards (terminals 1&2).
Connect power to the Computer chassis per the drawings. Use installed #6 ring terminals.
19. Open the hinged front door of the Computer Control chassis, pull out the computer, and flip up the
monitor.
20. If the factory does not know the chassis arrangement prior to shipping, the Ethernet and IP
addresses of the each Data chassis must be set before powering up the system as a whole.

If this is the case, complete the following

Unplug all Ethernet cables from the Data chassis. Connect the provided programming cable from a
DSP circuit board to the Computer chassis RS232 connector or to your laptop running APP
ClearView. With caution, power up the Data Chassis and Computer chassis. The APP Recorder
program should automatically start. Via the Tools menu click “DSP Board Ethernet Settings” to
display the settings window. The preferred Ethernet address is 1-35-69-86-120-X where X is 1, 2,
3 etc. according to the chassis number. The preferred IP address is 195.168.3.X where X is 1, 2, 3
etc. according to the chassis number. The preferred default gateway is 195.168.3.220. After setting
the Ethernet address and IP Address in each Data chassis, power down all chassis and plug in all
the Ethernet cables.
21. Carefully and with great prior inspection and thought, turn on power to all chassis.
22. If a proper turn on occurs, you should see the following:
 Computer startup
 APP Recorder service program begin
 On each Data chassis, the front panel POWER LED illuminate green, the ON LINE LED
illuminate green, the 1PPS LED illuminate green, and only if the continuous recording is
enabled the CONT RECORD LED illuminate amber (yellow).
23. If the system has not powered up correctly, please recheck your wiring and reference the wiring
prints that came with the recorder.
24. Please call the factory for any required assistance (317) 536-5300.

Installation Overview 3-9

3.4 Completing a Turn-Key Installation
 To Complete a Turn-Key Installation
1. Inspect the cabinet to see if any obvious shipping damage has occurred. If the cabinet or any
smaller auxiliary boxes have been damaged contact the carrier immediately and file a damage
claim. Take pictures of the damaged cabinet or boxes. Keep damaged boxes to show the freight
company inspector.
2. Unpack any auxiliary boxes. Inspect the contents and if damaged, take pictures and file a claim
with the freight company. Contact APP Engineering, Inc. if any kind of damage has occurred.
3. Carefully review the print set that was provided with the recorder.
4. Ensure that all circuit board cards are seated properly and the holding screws are tight. Open the
front panel doors on each chassis and ensure that internal power supplies, connectors, and
computer are in proper position and secured in place. Ensure that no foreign objects are lying in
the chassis.
5. Earth ground the cabinet.

*WARNING* Proper grounding procedures must be followed to prevent serious

injury or death to people who may come in contact with this recorder
equipment.

6. Review the Point Assignment Record that your company provided to APP Engineering, Inc. APP
strives to get these records prior to shipment so the recorder internal settings are complete. Prior to
connecting signals to the field side of the analog terminal blocks, the user should know if a
particular channel has been designated as a voltage channel or current channel. Each analog
channel contains two jumpers per channel that configures it for voltage or current input. If the
Point Assignment Record was received prior to shipment, the factory has already made the correct
jumper settings.
7. Wire the analog channel terminal blocks (field side). The maximum input to a voltage channel is
440VAC. The maximum continuous current thru a current channel is 15Amps.
8. Wire the recorder event (digital) channels. The event channels utilize a pluggable 16 position
connector. The maximum wire size for this connector is 14AWG. The standard input voltage
range is 45-250Vdc. Event Boards setup for 24Vdc are available as an option. Reference the print
set for any notes designating event channels that require 24Vdc or event boards that are Internally
Wetted as opposed to our typical board that needs external wetting. If the events have a common
return and the customer provided that information to the factory, they will have jumpers between
the (-) event terminals. Again, reference the print set for electrical drawings.

*WARNING* All #6 ring terminals connecting to the power circuit board should be
insulated ring terminals.

9. Wire the recorder alarm output terminal block(s) (field side). The alarm output contact is dry. The
contacts can break 0.5Amps @ 125VDC or 0.35A @ 250VDC.
10. Connect your IRIG-B signal to the back of the DSP/IRIG circuit board. The IRIG-B connector is
labeled and is a standard BNC type connector. This board can accept a modulated or un-modulated
IRIG-B signal. However, a board jumper must be set to reflect the input type. This information
should have been provided to the factory and the jumper should already be set in the appropriate
position. If a satellite controlled clock is installed in the system, the antenna must be installed on
the building roof and the antenna connected to the back of the satellite controlled clock.
11. Ensure that the power switch, located on the back of the Data chassis, is in the OFF position.

Installation Overview 3-10

 *WARNING* Ensure that your power source wires are not live (turned off or
disconnected). Follow OSHA power safety lock out procedures.
Ensure that your source can provide sufficient current to the
recording system. Ensure that your power source is fused and
properly earth grounded.

12. Connect power from your source to the cabinet power terminal block(s) (field side). You must
reference the print set for additional detail.
13. If using an APP-501 Computer Control chassis, open the hinged front door, pull out the computer,
and flip up the monitor. If you purchased the optional APP-601 Monitor and Keyboard chassis
(for the APP-601 Computer Control Chassis) open the hinged front panel door and pull out the
monitor and keyboard.
14. Carefully and with great prior inspection and thought, turn on your power source(s).
15. Turn on the power switch located at the rear of the Data chassis.
16. If a proper turn on occurs you should see the following:
 Computer startup
 APP Recorder service program begin
 On the Data chassis front panels the POWER LED illuminate green, the ON LINE LED
illuminate green, the 1PPS LED illuminate green, and only if the continuous recording is
enabled the CONT RECORD LED illuminate amber.
17. If the system has not powered up correctly, please recheck your wiring and reference the wiring
prints that came with the recorder.
18. Please call the factory for any required assistance (317) 536-5300.

Installation Overview 3-11

3.5 Basic Connection Diagram
*IMPORTANT* The following diagrams are intended to give you a general picture of
chassis interconnections. They are NOT to be used for wiring and
installation purposes. You must use the detailed print set provided
with each system for wiring and installation.

TB

+125VDC
1 120VAC-PH

125VDC-RET
2 120VAC-N

ANALOG ANALOG ANALOG ANALOG ANALOG ANALOG

1-3 4-6 7-9 10-12 13-15 16-18 DSP DIGITAL DIGITAL DIGITAL DIGITAL POWER
A B C D E F G H J K L M N
ON

1-8 9-16 17-24 25-32

1 V 1 V 1 V 1 V 1 V 1 V
ADDR 1 + 1 + 1 + 1 +
2 I 2 I 2 I 2 I 2 I 2 I 1 1 1 1
2 - 2 - 2 - 2 -
3 + 3 + 3 + 3 +
2 2 2 2 +125VDC
3 C 3 C 3 C 3 C 3 C 3 C IRIG-B 4 - 4 - 4 - 4 - 1
120VAC-PH OFF

5 + 5 + 5 + 5 +
3 3 3 3 125VDC-RET
4 V 4 V 4 V 4 V 4 V 4 V 6 - 6 - 6 - 6 - 2
120VAC-N
BLANK
7 + 7 + 7 + 7 +
1PPS 4 4 4 4
I 5 I 5 I 5 I 5 I 5 I IN 8 - 8 - 8 - 8 - +12VDC
5 3
OUT
9 + 9 + 9 + 9 +
5 5 5 5
10 - 10 - 10 - 10 - 12VDC-RET
6 C 6 C 6 C 6 C 6 C 6 C 4
OUT
1PPS 11 + 11 + 11 + 11 +
OUT 6 6 6 6
12 - 12 - 12 - 12 -
7 V 7 V 7 V 7 V 7 V 7 V 13 + 13 + 13 + 13 +
5 COMP PWR
7 7 7 7
14 - 14 - 14 - 14 -
8 I 8 I 8 I 8 I 8 I 8 I ENET
15 + 15 + 15 + 15 + 6 COMP PWR
8 8 8 8
16 - 16 - 16 - 16 -
9 C 9 C 9 C 9 C 9 C 9 C

TB1 TB2 TB3 TB4 TB5 TB6 TB8 TB9 TB10 TB11 TB13

ANALOG ANALOG ANALOG ANALOG ANALOG ANALOG

19-21 22-24 25-27 28-30 31-33 34-36 DSP DIGITAL DIGITAL DIGITAL DIGITAL POWER
A B C D E F G H J K L M N
ON
33-40 41-48 49-56 57-64
1 V 1 V 1 V 1 V 1 V 1 V
ADDR 1 + 1 + 1 + 1 +
2 I 2 I 2 I 2 I 2 I 2 I 1 1 1 1
2 - 2 - 2 - 2 -
3 + 3 + 3 + 3 +
2 2 2 2 +125VDC
3 C 3 C 3 C 3 C 3 C 3 C IRIG-B 4 - 4 - 4 - 4 - 1
120VAC-PH OFF

5 + 5 + 5 + 5 +
3 3 3 3 125VDC-RET
4 V 4 V 4 V 4 V 4 V 4 V 6 - 6 - 6 - 6 - 2
120VAC-N
BLANK
7 + 7 + 7 + 7 +
1PPS 4 4 4 4
I 5 I 5 I 5 I 5 I 5 I IN 8 - 8 - 8 - 8 - +12VDC
5 3
OUT
9 + 9 + 9 + 9 +
5 5 5 5
10 - 10 - 10 - 10 - 12VDC-RET
6 C 6 C 6 C 6 C 6 C 6 C 4
OUT
1PPS 11 + 11 + 11 + 11 +
OUT 6 6 6 6
12 - 12 - 12 - 12 -
7 V 7 V 7 V 7 V 7 V 7 V 13 + 13 + 13 + 13 +
5 COMP PWR
7 7 7 7
14 - 14 - 14 - 14 -
8 I 8 I 8 I 8 I 8 I 8 I ENET
15 + 15 + 15 + 15 + 6 COMP PWR
8 8 8 8
16 - 16 - 16 - 16 -
9 C 9 C 9 C 9 C 9 C 9 C

TB1 TB2 TB3 TB4 TB5 TB6 TB8 TB9 TB10 TB11 TB13

ANALOG ANALOG ANALOG ANALOG ANALOG ANALOG

37-39 40-42 43-45 46-48 49-51 52-54 DSP DIGITAL DIGITAL DIGITAL DIGITAL POWER
A B C D E F G H J K L M N
ON
65-72 73-80 81-88 89-96
1 V 1 V 1 V 1 V 1 V 1 V
ADDR 1 + 1 + 1 + 1 +
2 I 2 I 2 I 2 I 2 I 2 I 1 1 1 1
2 - 2 - 2 - 2 -
3 + 3 + 3 + 3 +
2 2 2 2 +125VDC
3 C 3 C 3 C 3 C 3 C 3 C IRIG-B 4 - 4 - 4 - 4 - 1
120VAC-PH OFF

5 + 5 + 5 + 5 +
3 3 3 3 125VDC-RET
4 V 4 V 4 V 4 V 4 V 4 V 6 - 6 - 6 - 6 - 2
120VAC-N
BLANK
7 + 7 + 7 + 7 +
1PPS 4 4 4 4
5 I 5 I 5 I 5 I 5 I 5 I IN 8 - 8 - 8 - 8 - 3 +12VDC
OUT
9 + 9 + 9 + 9 +
5 5 5 5
10 - 10 - 10 - 10 - 12VDC-RET
6 C 6 C 6 C 6 C 6 C 6 C 4
OUT
1PPS 11 + 11 + 11 + 11 +
OUT 6 6 6 6
12 - 12 - 12 - 12 -
7 V 7 V 7 V 7 V 7 V 7 V + + + +
5 COMP PWR
13 13 13 13
7 7 7 7
14 - 14 - 14 - 14 -
8 I 8 I 8 I 8 I 8 I 8 I ENET
15 + 15 + 15 + 15 + 6 COMP PWR
8 8 8 8
16 - 16 - 16 - 16 -
9 C 9 C 9 C 9 C 9 C 9 C

TB1 TB2 TB3 TB4 TB5 TB6 TB8 TB9 TB10 TB11 TB13

Figure 4: Chassis Interconnection Diagram (Reference) (with APP-501 Computer Control Chassis)

Installation Overview 3-12

 COMPUTER CHASSIS

ON

POWER

LAN ENET
ENET MS
VGA
SOUND
OFF
eSATA USB 86-260V
+/H
CF

HD
86-260V
WD -/N
RESET
POWER DSP eSATA USB LVDS USB KB MIC
ENET OUT +12VDC

OUT 12VDC RET

MODEM COM1 COM2 COM3 COM4

GND

ANALOG ANALOG ANALOG ANALOG ANALOG ANALOG

1-3 4-6 7-9 10-12 13-15 16-18 DSP DIGITAL DIGITAL DIGITAL DIGITAL POWER
A B C D E F G H J K L M N
ON
1-8 9-16 17-24 25-32
1 V 1 V 1 V 1 V 1 V 1 V
ADDR 1 + 1 + 1 + 1 +
2 I 2 I 2 I 2 I 2 I 2 I 1 1 1 1
2 - 2 - 2 - 2 -
3 + 3 + 3 + 3 +
2 2 2 2 +125VDC
3 C 3 C 3 C 3 C 3 C 3 C IRIG-B 4 - 4 - 4 - 4 - 1
120VAC-PH OFF

5 + 5 + 5 + 5 +
3 3 3 3 125VDC-RET
4 V 4 V 4 V 4 V 4 V 4 V 6 - 6 - 6 - 6 - 2
120VAC-N
BLANK
7 + 7 + 7 + 7 +
1PPS 4 4 4 4
5 I 5 I 5 I 5 I 5 I 5 I IN 8 - 8 - 8 - 8 - 3 +12VDC
OUT
9 + 9 + 9 + 9 +
5 5 5 5
10 - 10 - 10 - 10 - 12VDC-RET
6 C 6 C 6 C 6 C 6 C 6 C 4
OUT
1PPS 11 + 11 + 11 + 11 +
OUT 6 6 6 6
12 - 12 - 12 - 12 -
7 V 7 V 7 V 7 V 7 V 7 V + + + +
5 COMP PWR
13 13 13 13
7 7 7 7
14 - 14 - 14 - 14 -
8 I 8 I 8 I 8 I 8 I 8 I ENET
15 + 15 + 15 + 15 + 6 COMP PWR
8 8 8 8
16 - 16 - 16 - 16 -
9 C 9 C 9 C 9 C 9 C 9 C

TB1 TB2 TB3 TB4 TB5 TB6 TB8 TB9 TB10 TB11 TB13

ANALOG ANALOG ANALOG ANALOG ANALOG ANALOG

19-21 22-24 25-27 28-30 31-33 34-36 DSP DIGITAL DIGITAL DIGITAL DIGITAL POWER
A B C D E F G H J K L M N
ON
33-40 41-48 49-56 57-64
1 V 1 V 1 V 1 V 1 V 1 V
ADDR 1 + 1 + 1 + 1 +
2 I 2 I 2 I 2 I 2 I 2 I 1 1 1 1
2 - 2 - 2 - 2 -
3 + 3 + 3 + 3 +
2 2 2 2 +125VDC
3 C 3 C 3 C 3 C 3 C 3 C IRIG-B 4 - 4 - 4 - 4 - 1
120VAC-PH OFF

5 + 5 + 5 + 5 +
3 3 3 3 125VDC-RET
4 V 4 V 4 V 4 V 4 V 4 V 6 - 6 - 6 - 6 - 2
120VAC-N
BLANK
7 + 7 + 7 + 7 +
1PPS 4 4 4 4
5 I 5 I 5 I 5 I 5 I 5 I IN 8 - 8 - 8 - 8 - 3 +12VDC
OUT
9 + 9 + 9 + 9 +
5 5 5 5
10 - 10 - 10 - 10 - 12VDC-RET
6 C 6 C 6 C 6 C 6 C 6 C 4
OUT
1PPS 11 + 11 + 11 + 11 +
OUT 6 6 6 6
12 - 12 - 12 - 12 -
7 V 7 V 7 V 7 V 7 V 7 V 13 + 13 + 13 + 13 +
5 COMP PWR
7 7 7 7
14 - 14 - 14 - 14 -
8 I 8 I 8 I 8 I 8 I 8 I ENET
15 + 15 + 15 + 15 + 6 COMP PWR
8 8 8 8
16 - 16 - 16 - 16 -
9 C 9 C 9 C 9 C 9 C 9 C

TB1 TB2 TB3 TB4 TB5 TB6 TB8 TB9 TB10 TB11 TB13

ANALOG ANALOG ANALOG ANALOG ANALOG ANALOG

37-39 40-42 43-45 46-48 49-51 52-54 DSP DIGITAL DIGITAL DIGITAL DIGITAL POWER
A B C D E F G H J K L M N
ON
65-72 73-80 81-88 89-96
1 V 1 V 1 V 1 V 1 V 1 V
ADDR 1 + 1 + 1 + 1 +
2 I 2 I 2 I 2 I 2 I 2 I 1 1 1 1
2 - 2 - 2 - 2 -
3 + 3 + 3 + 3 +
2 2 2 2 +125VDC
3 C 3 C 3 C 3 C 3 C 3 C IRIG-B 4 - 4 - 4 - 4 - 1
120VAC-PH OFF

5 + 5 + 5 + 5 +
3 3 3 3 125VDC-RET
4 V 4 V 4 V 4 V 4 V 4 V 6 - 6 - 6 - 6 - 2
120VAC-N
BLANK
7 + 7 + 7 + 7 +
1PPS 4 4 4 4
5 I 5 I 5 I 5 I 5 I 5 I IN 8 - 8 - 8 - 8 - 3 +12VDC
OUT
9 + 9 + 9 + 9 +
5 5 5 5
10 - 10 - 10 - 10 - 12VDC-RET
6 C 6 C 6 C 6 C 6 C 6 C 4
OUT
1PPS 11 + 11 + 11 + 11 +
OUT 6 6 6 6
12 - 12 - 12 - 12 -
7 V 7 V 7 V 7 V 7 V 7 V + + + +
5 COMP PWR
13 13 13 13
7 7 7 7
14 - 14 - 14 - 14 -
8 I 8 I 8 I 8 I 8 I 8 I ENET
15 + 15 + 15 + 15 + 6 COMP PWR
8 8 8 8
16 - 16 - 16 - 16 -
9 C 9 C 9 C 9 C 9 C 9 C

TB1 TB2 TB3 TB4 TB5 TB6 TB8 TB9 TB10 TB11 TB13

Figure 5: Chassis Interconnection Diagram (Reference) (with APP-601 Computer Control Chassis)

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4.Hardware

Hardware 4-1
4.1 Available Computer Control Chassis
The APP-601 recorder can be purchased with either of the following Computer Control chassis:
 1) APP-601 Computer Control Chassis (fanless)
 2) APP-501 Computer Control Chassis (with fan & human interface)

4.2 Major Duties of the Computer Control Chassis

The major duties of the Computer Control chassis are:
 Communicate with each DSP circuit board carrying out functions such as; collecting data,
downloading settings, and downloading new software.
 Receive, organize and store raw data.
 Convert raw data into COMTRADE C37.111-2013 format.
 Calculate continuous frequency, RMS, and phase data.
 Communicate with the APP ClearView master station software via modem, network, or directory.
 Output data in DNP-3 format via RS232 or Ethernet to a remote terminal unit or similar.
 Output PMU data.
 Provide a means for a local user to look at settings, change settings, view real-time oscillograms,
look at stored records, communicate with someone at a master station, or even call another
recorder and download records for review and analysis.

4.3 APP-601 Computer Control Chassis

The APP-601 Computer Control chassis is constructed in a 3U 19” rack mount chassis. The chassis depth is
approximately 9.8”. Housed inside the chassis are an industrial single board fanless computer, modem,
Compact Flash, 2.5” Hard Drive, 12V 100Watt power supply, 12V 50Watt power supply, and rear slide in
power supply circuit board.
The single board computer (with compact flash and 2.5” hard drive), USB modem, and a connector circuit
board are all mounted on a slide out shelf. The chassis rear panel is attached to the shelf and can slide out of
the chassis by loosening the rear panel thumb screws and carefully pulling on the rear panel.
The computer chassis can be powered from a 86-373Vdc or 88-264Vac source. Ideally it should be
powered from a Data chassis via its power supply terminal block (terminals 5 & 6). In this manner, the
Data chassis can control power to the Computer Control chassis. This gives a remote user, local user, or the
system watchdog a means of rebooting the computer chassis.
The 12V power supplies are mounted to the chassis front panel. This allows for maintenance access and
heat sinking.

*WARNING* Always turn OFF chassis power before opening the chassis front
panel. The input sides of the power supplies have 125V or 250V wired
to them. This voltage can be deadly! Only trained experienced
electrical personnel should open the chassis front panel and only with
the power OFF.

The rear slide in power supply circuit board contains a 2A fuse, components for surge protection, a power
switch, and a 6 position terminal block. Power is connected to terminals 1 & 2 and passes thru the board via
connector X3 to the 12V power supplies discussed above. 12V from the 50W supply returns to the power
supply circuit board via connector X2 and lands on terminals 3 and 4 of the terminal block. This 12V

Hardware 4-2
output should only be used to power the system Ethernet switch or some other low power device such as an
Ethernet to Fiber converter.

*WARNING* Only trained experienced electrical personnel should service this

power supply circuit board and only after the unit has been turned off
and power has been carefully removed from terminals 1 and 2. Ensure
power has been removed from terminals 1 & 2 by measuring the
voltage across terminals 1 & 2 (it should read zero volts).

The single board industrial computer is powered from the 12V 100 Watt power supply. The single board
computer is designed to support applications where high reliability and long-term availability are required.
The single board computer features the Intel Atom D510 dual-core fanless processor, which offers fast
performance while drawing less than 5 watts of power. This highly integrated processor along with its
companion chip, provide the majority of the board I/O, including USB support, audio, and video.
The Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) is a program that provides a basic level of communication between
the processor and peripherals. In addition, the BIOS also contains codes and various advanced features
applied to the serial controller. The BIOS setup program includes menus for configuring settings and
enabling computer board features. To enter the BIOS press the delete key a few seconds after powering up
the computer chassis. Changing the BIOS settings is not recommended and may lead to incorrect controller
behavior and possible inability to reboot.
In our standard configuration, the chassis is setup with one 8GB or 32GB industrial type I compact flash
card and one 2.5” hard drive (500GB min, SATA). The compact flash is setup as the “C-Drive” and holds
the Windows operating system and the APP Recorder Program. The hard drive is setup as the “D-Drive”
and holds the Setup folder and Data folders.
Typically, the Setup folder contains the Point Assignment Record, Line Group Record, Calibration File,
and Trace Files. The Data folder contains the triggered transient records, triggered extended records, and
various continuous recording folders such as continuous RMS, continuous frequency, continuous phase,
and continuous oscillography.
The standard 500GB hard drive has a maximum temperature rating of 55° C. APP offers and extended
temperature range 80GB hard drive with a temperature range to 85° C which allows the Computer Control
chassis to operate in a 70° C environment.

Hardware 4-3
4.3.1 Important APP-601 Computer Circuit Board Connector Points
APP-601 computer circuit board connector points are listed in the following table.
Table 1: APP-601 Computer Circuit Board Connector Points

Connector Point Description

1) CN2 If the computer fails to boot this 2-pin jumper clears the BIOS content
stored in CMOS and restores the default settings. Pin#1 and pin#2 of CN2
are jumpered and the system restores to default BIOS settings
2) SATA Connector The SATA connector/port is used for the hard drive. It supports data
transfer up to 3.0 Gbits/s (300MB/s). The SATA connector is compatible
with 2.5” hard disk drives or solid state drives. The HDD or SSD must be
installed into the SATA connector with the provided HDD bracket.
3) Mini PCIe Connector The mini-PCIe connector provides function expansion via installation of a
third party mini-PCIe module complying with PCIe standard 1.1, such as a
WiFi module, 3.5G module or other expanding function.

Hardware 4-4
4.3.2 APP-601 Computer Control Chassis Specifications
APP-601 Computer Control chassis specifications are listed in the following table.
Table 2: APP-601 Computer Control Chassis Specifications

Item Description

Operating system XP Professional or Windows 7, and 10

Processor Atom D510 Dual-Core 1.66Ghz Fanless
RAM 2GB DDR2 667MHz SODIMM Module
Flash On Board Compact (16GB is STD, larger is
available)
Internal HDD 500GB Min.
External HDD, CDRW, DVDRW Option
Ports 2x Programmable RS232/422/485 (Com1 & 2)
Notes: 2x RS-232 (Com3 & 4)
1) Use the Enet marked “DSP Enet” to connect the 2x Ethernet (1 for DSP, 1 for LAN) Intel 82574
computer chassis to the ethernet switch provided
1x Ethernet (Spare) Realtek RT8111C
with the system.
2) Use the Enet marker “LAN Enet” to connect 5x USB2 (4 on back panel, 1 on front panel)
your substation LAN.
2x eSATA
3) If using a USB keyboard we recommend the use
either USB port directly next to the PS2 ports and 2x PS2 (Keyboard & Mouse)
is housed with the 3rd ethernet port. 1x VGA, 1x Modem 56K, 1x Sound, 1x MIC
1x LVDS (for LVDS Interface Panel)
Display Option, See APP-601 Mon./Keyboard Chassis
Keyboard Option, See APP-601 Mon./Keyboard Chassis
Touchpad Option, See APP-601 Mon./Keyboard Chassis
Temperature 5 to 55° C with standard HDD
-25 to 70° C with Extended Temp Range HDD
(80GB Max) or Solid State Drive
Solid State Drive Option (SLC type recommended)
Power Button Recessed, Non-latched with Blue LED (for off
hold for 5 seconds)
Reset Button Recessed, if pushed it executes a hard reset
Front Panel LED Indicator 12V Power Green, Solid On When Power is OK
Rear Panel LED Indicators Watchdog (WD) Yellow, Indicates the status of
the watchdog timer. When started the LED flashes
and when the timer expires the LED lights
Hard Drive (HD) Red, When the SATA HD is
operating the LED flashes
Compact Flash (CF) Green, When the CF is
operating the LED flashes

Hardware 4-5
Figure 6: APP-601 Computer Control Chassis Front View

Figure 7: APP-601 Computer Control Chassis Rear View

Hardware 4-6
4.4 APP-501 Computer Control Chassis
The major difference between the APP-601 Computer Control Chassis and APP-501 Computer Control
Chassis is the incorporation of a slide out laptop computer. This approach was used in the APP-501
recorder with great success and satisfaction. Benefits include a computer solution that is economical,
familiar, has a local built-in human interface (window & keyboard), and provides a high degree of
processing power.
An Intel Core 2 Duo 2GHz or Core I5 2.6 GHz processor is used in the APP-501 chassis laptop. In
applications using more than 200 analog channels the APP-501 Computer Control Chassis is
recommended. The APP-501 computer chassis contains fans for processor and chassis cooling.
The APP-501 Computer Control chassis is constructed in a 3U 19” rack mount chassis. The chassis depth is
approximately 15.5”. Housed inside the chassis are an electrically isolated laptop computer, laptop internal
modem, laptop internal 2.5” Hard Drive, USB to Ethernet converter, and 24V 100 Watt power supply.
The laptop computer is mounted on a slide out shelf. The shelf and computer can be slid out of the
enclosure by loosening the front panel thumb screws, opening the hinged panel, and carefully pulling the
shelf forward.
The computer chassis can be powered from a 86-373Vdc or 88-264Vac source. Power is connected to the
rear panel terminal block terminals 1 & 2. Ideally power should come from an APP-601 Data chassis via its
power supply terminal block (terminals 5 & 6). In this manner, the Data chassis can control power to the
Computer Control chassis. This gives a remote user, local user, or the system watchdog a means of
rebooting the computer chassis.
The laptop computer battery is removed to allow for automatic power toggle during the automatic reboot
processes. Also, the D-series laptops have their power buttons shorted and the E-series laptops have the
BIOS configured to allow the computer to automatically startup with no human intervention.
The chassis power supply is used to take a universal incoming voltage (typical 125VDC, 250VDC,
120VAC, or 240VAC) and convert it to 24VDC. Manually, the 24VDC is reduced to approximately
21VDC via an easy access power supply pot. The 21VDC signal is used to power the laptop computer.

*WARNING* When the chassis rear panel is open high voltage is exposed. This
voltage can be deadly. Only trained experienced electrical personnel
should service this power supply circuit and only after the unit has
been turned off and power has been carefully removed from terminals
1 and 2. Ensure power has been removed from terminals 1 & 2 by
measuring the voltage across terminals 1 & 2 (it should read zero
volts).

Since the laptop computer only has one Ethernet port, a second port is created by using a Trendnet USB to
Ethernet converter. The laptop Ethernet port is used for the DSP network and the Ethernet connection from
the Trendnet converter is used for customer LAN connection.
In our standard configuration, the 2.5” computer hard drive is setup as the “C-Drive” and holds the
Windows operating system and the APP Recorder program. The APP ClearView program is also installed
on the hard drive so a local person can view and analyze fault records or test runs.
The “C-Drive” also holds the Setup folder and Data folders. Typically, the Setup folder contains the all
important Point Assignment Record, trace files, and calibration file. The Data folder contains the triggered
transient records, triggered extended records, and various continuous recording folders such as continuous
RMS, continuous frequency, continuous phase, continuous oscillography, and Power Quality (PQ).

Hardware 4-7
4.4.1 APP-501 Computer Control Chassis Specifications
APP-501 Computer Control chassis specifications are listed in the following table.
Table 3: 501 Computer Control Chassis Specifications

Item Description

Operating system XP Professional or Windows 7, or 10, or Linux Ubuntu

Processor Intel Core i5 2.6GHz
RAM 2GB DDR Minimum
SSD Option
Internal HDD 500GB Min.
External HDD Option
DVDRW Yes
Ports 1-RS232
Ports 2-Ethernet 10/100 (1 for DSP, 1 for LAN)
Ports 2-USB
Display Yes, 14.1” LCD
Keyboard Yes
Touchpad Yes
Temperature 5 to 55° C with battery removed
Modem Yes, External

Figure 8: APP-501 Computer Control Chassis 3D View

Hardware 4-8
Figure 9: APP-501 Computer Control Chassis Front View

Figure 10: APP-501 Computer Control Chassis Rear view

Hardware 4-9
4.5 APP-601 Data Chassis
The Data chassis is housed in a 19” rack mount enclosure with a hinged front panel. Circuitry contained in
the Data chassis includes:
 Power Supply Circuit Board With Fuse & Switch
 5V 100 Watt Power Supply
 12V 100 Watt Power Supply
 Alarm Circuit Board
 Event Circuit Boards
 DSP/IRIG Circuit Board
 Analog Circuit Boards
 Front Panel With LED Indicators
A Data chassis has 13 card slots. Three slots are always reserved; (1) for the power supply board, (1) for
the alarm board, and (1) for the DSP/IRIG board. The other 10 slots can be populated with analog or event
circuits. Therefore, the maximum number of analog circuit boards in a Data chassis is ten (no event circuit
boards). Or, the maximum number of event circuit boards is ten (no analog circuit boards). A mix of analog
and event boards can be inserted in the chassis, so long as the sum total does not exceed ten.
Functions and features of the Data Chassis circuit boards are discussed below:

4.5.1 Power Supply Circuit Board

 Fuses the input power (2Amp/250V, 3AG, Slo-Blo, Glass Cartridge)
 Uses a six position black barrier terminal block for input & output power connections (#6 screws)
 Accepts input voltages of 86-373Vdc (48vdc Option) or 88-264Vac (50/60Hz)
 Input voltage is connected to terminals 1 & 2
 Terminals 3 & 4 are used for a 12VDC output to power the system Ethernet switch
 Terminals 5 & 6 are used for powering the Computer Control Chassis. The voltage that appears
across terminals 5 & 6 will be the same as the input voltage.
 This board contains a relay that drops power to the system, if it receives an appropriate command
from a local user or the master station computer. After a momentary power interruption, used as a
last resort to reboot the computer and reset the entire system, the relay automatically closes to
restore system power.

*WARNING* All #6 ring terminals connecting to the power circuit board should be
insulated ring terminals.

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4.5.2 5VDC Power Supply Module
 This module allows the system to have a wide range of input voltages of 86-373Vdc (48vdc
Option) or 88-264Vac (50/60Hz)
 The output of this module is 5VDC, 100W
 The module includes over load, over voltage, and over temperature protection.
This unit is mounted on the back of the chassis front panel.

*WARNING* Always turn OFF chassis power before opening the chassis front
panel. The input sides of the power supplies have 125V or 250V wired
to them. This voltage can be deadly! Only trained experienced
electrical personnel should open the chassis front panel and only with
the power OFF.

 5V provided by this power supply is connected to the mid plane circuit board via a 2 position
green plug and receptacle, XP20 and X20 respectively. The 5V signal is routed to the power
supply circuit board where it passes thru a normally closed relay contact, back to the mid plane
circuit board, and on to various boards that plug into the mid plane.

4.5.3 12VDC Power Supply Module

 The output of this module is 12VDC, 100W
 The module includes over load, over voltage, and over temperature protection.
This unit is mounted on the back of the chassis front panel.

*WARNING* Always turn OFF chassis power before opening the chassis front
panel. The input sides of the power supplies have 125V or 250V wired
to them. This voltage can be deadly! Only trained experienced
electrical personnel should open the chassis front panel and only with
the power OFF.

 12V provided by this power supply is connected to the mid plane circuit board via a 3 position
green plug and receptacle, XP18 and X18 respectively. The 12V signal is routed to the power
supply circuit board where it passes thru a normally closed relay contact and lands on power
supply circuit board 6 position terminal block (terminals 3 & 4).

*CAUTION* The 12V output should ONLY be used to power the system EISK
series Ethernet switch (manufactured by Contemporary Controls) or
low power TTL to fiber media converter. Reference the system
drawings for detail.

Hardware 4-11
4.5.4 Alarm Circuit Board
 The alarm board contains (8) relay outputs. A selection of alarms can be mapped to the relay
outputs. More than one alarm can be mapped to a relay, note exceptions below. Alarm mapping is
done via software in the Point Assignment Record.
 The relays are indirectly energized via a 5V signal coming from the DSP circuit board. See
“Specifications” for relay contact ratings.
 Each relay uses an on-board jumper that will allow the contact to be either normally open or
normally closed. The board is labeled for easy jumper placement.
 The relay board utilizes a 16 position pluggable connector. The plug will accept a maximum wire
size of 14AWG.
 Alarm selections include:
 Power
Relay is energized when system power is applied. Most users will put contact in the normally
closed position. We recommend Power be mapped to its own output, no other alarm should be
mapped to those outputs.
 On Line
Relay is energized when the system program starts and the system is ready to record or is
recording. Most users will put this contact in the normally closed position. We recommend
On Line be mapped to its own output, no other alarm should be mapped to those outputs.
 Off Line
Relay is energized when the system program, APP Recorder, is stopped. Most users will set
this contact to the normally open position.
 Clock Sync Loss
Relay is energized when the DSP/IRIG board has completely lost its IRIG-B input, such as
disconnecting the cable, or the satellite clock sends a signal (4 bits per the IEEE standard) that
an error greater than 1ms has occurred. The relay will stay energized until a synchronized
condition is reestablished. Most users will set this contact as normally open.
 Chassis to Chassis Communication Error
Relay will energize if any data acquisition chassis stops communicating with the computer
control chassis for a period of 5 minutes or more. The relay will stay energized until the
problem chassis begins proper communication. Most users will set this contact in the
normally open position.
 Chassis to Master Station Communication Error
Relay will energize if the recorder modem or network card stops communicating with the
APP recorder software. The relay will remain energized until the problem is fixed. Most users
will set this contact in a normally open position.
 Disk Full
Relay will energize when the computer hard drive memory falls below a user programmable
limit. The relay will remain energized until the hard drive free space goes above the user
programmable limit. However, if the history overwrite feature is enabled, the alarm relay will
not energize. Most users set this contact in the normally open position.
 Trigger
Relay will energize when the recorder trips, records a transient record. The relay will remain
energized for the duration set in Alarm Duration field. The default is 10 seconds. Most users
will set this contact in the normally open position.
 Disturbance Record
If a trigger has been defined as a disturbance trigger, in the Point Assignment Record, the
relay will energize when the recorder trips. The relay will remain energized for the duration
set in Alarm Duration field. The default is 10 seconds. Most users will set this contact in a
normally open position.

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  SOE Record
If a digital point has been setup as sequence of event point, in the Point Assignment Record,
the relay will energize when any SOE/SER point goes abnormal. The relay will remain
energized for the duration set in Alarm Duration field. 10 seconds is default. Most users will
set this contact in a normally open position.
 DSP Temperature
If the DSP temperature sensor measures a temperature that exceeds the setting in the Point
Assignment Record, the relay will energize and remain energized until the temperature drops
below the user setting. The user selectable range is 65 to 85° C. The default setting is 70°C.
 Continuous Record
If the continuous recording feature has been enabled in the Point Assignment Record, the
relay will energize when the continuous recording begins. Most users will set this contact to
the normally open position. We recommend Continuous Record be mapped to its own output,
no other alarm should be mapped to those outputs.
 PC Health
This alarm monitors the hard drive(s) and temperature. This relay will energize if the
temperature of the hard drive exceeds 70° C. A program called speed fan must be installed on
the recorder computer for this alarm to be functional.
APP Recorder monitors Speedfan for active drives, if there are fewer active drives in
Speedfan than the number entered in the “# of HD/SSD field, in the PAR General Settings
Tab, this relay will energize. We recommend PC Health be mapped to its own output, no
other alarm should be mapped to those outputs.
 Analog Fail
This alarm monitors each analog channel. The relay will energize if the measured value of the
analog channel goes to maximum negative, indicating a failed channel.

Note: Even though this alarm is not mapped to an alarm output, if a failed channel is
detected it will be logged to the trace file and diagnostic report (Status File).

 Cross Trigger
This Alarm output is to trigger another DFR when a fault is encountered. This starts the
recording in the second DFR, at nearly the same time as the first DFR to create a parallel fault
record for the components monitored in the second DFR. The DFRs need to be connected to a
network via the Ethernet switch and the IP address of the DFR Computers need to be entered
into the Point Assignment Record/Event Channel assigned to receive the cross triggers see
Figure 11 below. OR the DFRs need to be wired from the alarm output associated with the
cross trigger in the first DFR to a digital event input, configured for Cross Trigger in the
PAR) in the second DFR to receive the Cross Trigger see Figure 12 below.

Note: This Cross Trigger approach is not recommended as it can be less accurate than the
standard APP 601 configuration. The standard APP 601 DFR configuration has one
Computer Unit with multiple Data Chassis in a centralized or distributed configuration.
Cross triggering between the Data Chassis is automatic and time alignment is
accurate (within 1 µs or better).

 Configuring and wiring for Cross Trigger using an IP Network

Follow these instructions to set up Cross Triggering between separate DFRs using an IP Network.
1. In the Point Assignment Record of the DFRs, map the Cross Trigger Alarm to an
output contact of your choice (see Configuring Point Assignment
Record/Configuring General Settings section in the Clearview Operating Manual).

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 2. In the Point Assignment Record of the DFRs, map an event channel of your choice to
be a cross trigger input (see Configuring Point Assignment Record/Configuring
Event Channels section in the Clearview Operating Manual).

Note: The assigned Event Channel for receiving a Cross Trigger over the IP network must
NOT be wired, (i.e. must be left open.)

3. To connect the DFRs that will cross trigger, run an Ethernet cable between the
switches connecting the DSP boards of each DFR, see Figure 11 below.
4. Typically, each DFR is assigned IP addresses as described in the section 4.7
Networking. If you have more than one DFR in a station, you could have the same IP
addresses assigned to each. This is acceptable unless they are networked as in the
Cross Trigger arrangement using an IP network. Assign unique IP addresses to the
Computers and Data Chassis. An example involving three DFR computer IP
addresses: 195.168.3.220, 195.168.3.221, 195.168.3.222. See below, sample unique
addressing scheme.

*CAUTION* If you are adding Cross Trigger to existing DFRs, you may have to re-
address the Computer Unit and DSP IP addresses to eliminate any
duplicates when connecting the Ethernet switches.

Ethernet connection
for Cross Trigger

Figure 11: Cross Trigger over IP Network

 Configuring and wiring to Cross Trigger between multiple DFRs

Follow these instructions to set up Cross Triggering between separate DFRs using the Data Chassis
Alarm output and Event Input physical connections.
1. In the Point Assignment Record of the DFRs, map the Cross Trigger Alarm to an
output contact of your choice (see Configuring Point Assignment
Record/Configuring General Settings section in the Clearview Operating Manual).
2. In the Point Assignment Record of the DFRs, map an Event Channel input of your
choice to be a Cross Trigger input (see Configuring Point Assignment
Record/Configuring Event Channels section in the Clearview Operating Manual).
3. Wire the output cross trigger contact of DFR#2 to an event channel input on DFR #1,
DFR #3, to DFR #n
4. Repeat wiring for as many DFRs as you want. (See Figure 12: Cross Trigger Wiring,
3 DFR Example).

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 5. We recommend setting the prefault timer on all DFRs at least 750ms.

Figure 12: Cross Trigger Wiring, 3 DFR Example

4.5.5 Event Circuit Board

 An event board contains 8 event inputs. The maximum number of event channels in a Data
chassis is 80 (10 boards x 8 channels per board).
 The standard voltage range for an event input is 45-250VDC. Other input voltage ranges are
available as an option.
 An event board utilizes a 16 position pluggable connector. The plug will accept a maximum
wire size of 14AWG.
 Inputs are user programmable as either normally open or normally closed. See the Point
Assignment Record.
 On our standard event circuit board, inputs need to be externally wetted. APP offers an
internally wetted event circuit board upon request.
 For common return simply daisy chain the (-) negative terminals together and connect to
station battery return (DC return).
 Event channels are scanned at the same rate as the analog channels. The scan rate is user
programmable and includes choices of 1200Hz, 2400Hz, 4800Hz, 9600Hz, and 19,200Hz,
and 24,000Hz.
 Event channels can be user programmed as DFR, SER, or BOTH. If a channel is setup as
DFR, all channels on the recorder begin recording and a COMTRADE record is created when
it goes abnormal. If a channel is setup as SER, it alone is recorded in the Sequence of Event
Report when it goes abnormal. If a channel is setup as BOTH, then both DFR and SER
recordings occur simultaneously.
 If an event channel is setup as a DFR channel, it can also be user programmed to trigger on a
rising edge, falling edge, or both.
 To prevent nuisance event triggers, user programmable settings are available to automatically
shut down and then restart event triggers.
 Event channels can be user programmed to include a de-bounce time. De-bounce time of 0.40
ms is typical.

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4.5.6 DSP/IRIG Circuit Board
The DSP/IRIG board is the heart of a Data chassis. The DSP IC contains the recorder driver program and is
responsible for collecting data from the analog and event inputs. The DSP IC performs mathematical
calculations on the data received from each analog and event channel and decides if a trigger condition
exists. Prefault data is stored in a circular buffer. If a trigger condition does not exist, the oldest prefault
data is overwritten by new incoming prefault data (FIFO). If a trigger condition is measured, the prefault
data plus incoming data is routed to the Computer Control chassis via the Ethernet connection. If
continuous recording is enabled, the above triggering process is carried out and incoming data from the
analog channels are continuously routed to the Computer Control chassis (all with data sample time
stamping.)
The DSP/IRIG board can accept a modulated or un-modulated IRIG-B input signal from a satellite-
controlled clock. The top BNC connector, J6, is the IRIG-B input. Each data sample is time stamped to the
microsecond. Data is aligned with the 1PPS rising edge and the accuracy of the time stamp is no better than
the accuracy of the 1PPS signal coming from the satellite controlled clock.
Table 4: SyncMethod and Corresponding Hardware 3-PIN Jumper Position

SyncMethod JP2 3-PIN Jumper (DSP/IRIG Circuit Board)

Un-modulated IRIG-B Short middle pin & pin close to panel

Modulated IRIG-B Short middle pin & pin away from panel

Note: There are “un-mod” and “mod” labels on back of DSP board under the JP2.

If the DSP/IRIG board loses the 1PPS signal from the satellite-controlled clock, the DSP IC no longer
receives a 1PPS interrupt signal. In this case, the DSP will rely on its own 1PPS signal that is generated
from an onboard 25MHz crystal. The crystal has an accuracy of 100ppm which translates to an error of
0.1msec/1sec (8.6sec/day).
The system computer, located in the Computer Control chassis, is time synchronized with the satellite-
controlled clock. If the recorder is powered up and the there is no satellite controlled clock present, the
beginning time of day is obtained from the computer.

Note: The recorder will not synchronize if the computer time and the external satellite controlled
clock are more than 2 hours apart. Ensure the Computer and satellite clock are set for
the same time zone and daylight savings time is turned off on the computer.

*CAUTION* We recommend turning on the satellite controlled clocks extended

IEEE C37.118 IRIGB format. If the clock does not have this feature, we
recommend not turning off the computer’s Daylight Saving Time.

If the recorder contains multiple Data chassis, the 1PPS signal is routed from the first Data chassis down to
the next Data chassis via the 1PPS out/in connectors.
 The DSP/IRIG circuit board is always located in the 7th board slot, from the left side of the
chassis. There is one DSP/IRIG circuit board per Data chassis.
 Major hardware/firmware items on this board include the following:
 High Performance Digital Signal Processing IC (100MHz, 32bit, 1MB On Chip Dual-Ported
SRAM, Integrated I/O Processor With Multiprocessing Support and Multiple Internal Buses
To Prevent I/O Bottlenecks, 15x15 BGA style package)
 256MB High Speed SDRAM IC

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  Microcontroller With Ethernet Media Access Controller 10/100
 2MB Serial Flash Memory IC
 IRIG Isolation IC & Isolation Transformer
 IRIG-B Demodulating Circuit
 BNC Connectors for IRIG-B Input, 1PPS Output & 1PPS Input
 RJ45 Connector (Ethernet Connection)
 Mini Din Connector (Used by the factory for initial IP address and board setup)
 Jumper Settings
 JP1 – Jumper On =Normal Operating State
Jumper Off =Factory Debug Position
 JP2 – Jumper Pins 1 to 2 =Modulated IRIG-B Input
Jumper Pins 2 to 3 =Un-Modulated IRIG-B Input
 JP3 – Jumper Pins 1 to 2 = External 1PPS
Jumper Pins 2 to 3 = Internal 1PPS

Note: Internal 1PPS indicates that an IRIG-B signal has been connected to the DSP circuit board
(the 1PPS signal is part of the IRIG-B signal).

External 1PPS indicates the DSP circuit board is receiving a 1PPS signal from another
DSP circuit board or possibly from a clock 1PPS output.

 J1 is used to connect an emulator. Under normal operating conditions. J1 must have four
jumpers in the following positions:
5 to 6
Pin layout 13 11 9 7 5 3 1
7 to 8
14 12 10 8 6 4 2
9 to 10

11 to 12
 J2 is used by the factory to download a program to the microprocessor/Ethernet IC. During
normal operation J2 has no jumpers.
 If the 1PPS signal is daisy chained from chassis to chassis via the input and output BNCs the
latency is 100ns per jump. Latency can be nearly eliminated by using a BNC “T” connector
and paralleling the 1PPS signal from input to input.

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4.5.7 Analog Circuit Board
 An analog board contains 3 channels. The maximum number of analog channels in a Data chassis
is 30 (10 boards x 3 channels per board).
 A channel can be setup as a voltage channel or current channel. To make this selection, software
settings must be made and two hardware jumpers per channel must be set. Software settings are
made in the Point Assignment Record and are discussed in a later section. The hardware setting is
made via two jumpers on each channel (JP1 & JP2 on the 1st board channel, JP3 & JP4 on the 2nd
board channel, and JP5 & JP6 on the 3rd board channel). These are 3 pin headers.
 To set up a channel for voltage input, place the shorting jumper on the middle pin and the pin
towards the middle of the circuit board.
 To set up a channel for current input, place the shorting jumper on the middle pin and the pin
towards the 9 position black analog terminal block and blue rear panel.

*CAUTION* Ensure that the voltage/current jumper is set properly before wiring to
the circuit board terminal block.

 For a voltage channel, the input should be wired between V & C (voltage and common).
 For a current channel, the input should be wired between I & C (current and common).

*WARNING* The maximum input voltage for a voltage channel is 440VAC.

The maximum continuous current for a current channel is 15Amps.
The maximum current into a current channel for 0.5 seconds is
250Amps RMS or 140 Amps RMS for 2 Seconds
The maximum wire size for an analog terminal block is 12AWG

4.5.8 Front Panel LED’s

The Data Chassis uses front panel LED’s to give a quick indication of system status.
Green LED’s will illuminate when the recorder is operating properly. Red LED’s will illuminate if a
recorder problem exists. Yellow LED’s will illuminate when the system is recording data. An explanation
of each LED is listed in the following table.
Table 5: Description of LEDs

LED Color Description

POWER Green Illuminates when the system power is switched

on and is normal.
ON LINE Green Illuminates after the APP Recorder
Program/Service is running and normal system
operation has started.
1PPS Green Illuminates if the 1PPS signal is present from an
external satellite controlled clock. If no satellite
controlled clock is connected, this LED will
illuminate if the internally generated 1PPS signal
is present and normal.
OFF LINE Red Illuminates if the system is not ready to record.

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V
 LED Color Description

CLK SYNCLOSS Red Illuminates if an IRIG-B signal is not connected

to the recorder or the satellite controlled clock
has sent a lost Syncsignal. The LED will remain
illuminated until synchronization occurs. Error
information will appear in the Trace file.
DISK FULL Red Illuminates if the hard drive free space has
reached a user programmed minimum free space
amount. This LED will remain illuminated until
the hard drive free space exceeds the minimum
limit.
MASTER COMM Red Illuminates if the recorder software is not able to
ERROR communicate with the system modem or
network card. The LED will remain illuminated
until the problem has been fixed.
CHASSIS – CHASSIS Red Illuminates if any data acquisition chassis stops
COMM ERROR communicating with the computer control
chassis for a period of 5 minutes or more. The
LED will remain illuminated until the problem
chassis begins proper communication. Error
information will appear in the Trace file.
TRANS RECORD Yellow This LED will illuminate after the recorder trips
and creates a transient fault record. The LED
will remain illuminated for the time set in the
PAR, Fault/SER LED Alarm Duration. 10
seconds is the default.
CONT RECORD Yellow This LED will illuminate if the system is
currently performing any continuous recording
function.

Figure 13: APP-601 Data Chassis 3D View

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Figure 14: APP-601 Data Chassis Front View

Figure 15: APP-601 Data Chassis Rear View

(Blank Panels Shown in Slots 5 & 6, Analog or Event Board can be inserted)

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4.6 Ethernet Switch
The Ethernet switch allows flow of information between the Computer Control chassis, and the Data
chassis. The standard Ethernet switch, included with the recorder, is a five or eight port EISK series
unmanaged plug and play switch. The EISK switches are intended for commercial and industrial
applications. They have a wide temperature and operating range and comply with electromagnetic
compatibility and EFT/Surge standards.
The auto-negotiate protocol allows it to link with any compatible 10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX device. It
will allow function with any application layer that works with Ethernet, including Modbus/TCP or
Ethernet/IP. The switch has built-in broadcast storm control to prevent excess broadcasts from degrading
network performance.
To aid in troubleshooting, each port LED is lit solid if a valid link exists to an attached device, flashes to
show activity, and indicates data rate by color: green for 100Mbps and yellow for 10Mbps. A separate
green LED indicates the device is powered.
In most cases, power for the switch comes from a Data chassis or Computer Control chassis. Both Chassis
output 12VDC via the power supply circuit board terminal block. The 12VDC output is located on
terminals 3 & 4.
The following table lists the switch specifications.
Table 6: Switch Specifications

Specification Details

Input voltage 10-36VDC or 8-24VAC

Power 5 Watts
AC Input Frequency 47-63Hz
Operating Temperature 0 to 60º C
Relative Humidity 0 to 95% non-condensing
Data Rate 10/100 Mbps
Protection IP30
Signaling 10Base-T/100Base-TX
Port Connectors Shielded RJ-45

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Table 7: Pin Out

RJ-45 Usage

1 TD+
2 TD-
3 RD+
4 Not Used
5 Not Used
6 RD-
7 Not Used
8 Not Used

(Ports normally assume the internal crossover function, but will automatically adapt to connected devices.
Straight instead of crossover cable is preferred. When daisy chaining switches, straight cable is a must.)

*CAUTION* The Ethernet Switch is used for the DSP network only. The users
company LAN/WAN connects to a RJ45 connector labeled “LAN Enet”
on the Computer chassis rear panel.

*CAUTION* From time-to-time the user specifies an Ethernet Switch other than
our standard Contemporary Controls EISK series. In this case, it is
likely that the switch powers from substation 125VDC, not the 12V
output from the recorder. Also the DSP circuit board may need to be
reprogrammed from Auto Negotiate to 100Mbit and Full Duplex

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4.7 Networking
The Computer Control Chassis uses two separate network setups. One is for recorder functionality (chassis-
to-chassis communication & data transfer) and the second is for communication between the recorder (APP
Recorder Software) and the master station (APP ClearView Software).
The first network connection will be called “Local Area Connection (To DSP)” or similar. If a complete
system was purchased, the TCP/IP settings will have already been setup at the factory.
The following table lists the standard Ethernet and IP addresses for the DSP network.
Table 8: Ethernet and IP Addresses for the DSP Network

Chassis Address Value

Computer IP Address 195.168.3.220

Control Chassis
(Typical) Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0

1st Data Chassis Ethernet Address 1-35-69-86-120-1

(Typical)
IP Address 195.168.3.1
Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0
Default Gateway Leave Blank

2nd Data Chassis Ethernet Address 1-35-69-86-120-2

(Typical)
IP Address 195.168.3.2
Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0
Default Gateway Leave Blank

3rd Data Chassis Ethernet Address 1-35-69-86-120-3

(Typical)
IP Address 195.168.3.3
Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0
Default Gateway Leave Blank

Note: The pattern continues for additional Data chassis.

The second connection will be called “Local Area Connection (To LAN)” or similar. Under TCP/IP
properties the user can enter their static IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Default Gateway to enable the
recorder to communicate with the master station program over the corporate LAN/WAN.

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5. Installing the Recorder Software

Installing the Recorder Software 5-1

5.1 Introduction
APP Recorder program must be running for the recorder to be functional. When APP Recorder starts
properly and correct recorder settings have been entered the system will go online.
In most cases, APP Engineering, Inc. will have obtained information from the customer that allowed the
factory to make the necessary hardware and software settings to your APP-601 Recorder prior to shipment.
However, in some cases, the information is not available before the system ships, or only partial
information was available and it will be necessary for the user to enter information or enter certain settings.
This chapter will cover program installation and quick start settings and then a detailed description of all
the menu choices. If your system was ordered with a Linux Ubuntu Operating System See page 9-7.

5.2 Program Installation and Quick Start Settings

Note: Installation of the APP Recorder Program should not be necessary. It will be installed and
setup at the factory. The following installation steps are provided in the event a future
software load is required.

To Install the Program

1. Insert the APP Recorder CD in the system computer CD Drive or Thumb Drive in a USB Port.
2. Browse to the APP Recorder.exe file and double click it to start the installation process.
3. After agreeing to the terms and conditions of the software license allow the wizard to install the
program in {D:, C:}\APP Recorder
4. Create a folder in the APP Recorder Folder called “Data”.

 If you are using APP 601 Computer Chassis, create D:\APPRecorder\Data

 If you are using APP 501 Computer Chassis, create C:\APP Recorder\Data
5. Create a folder in the APP Recorder folder called “Setup”.

 If you are using APP 601 Computer Chassis, create D:\APPRecorder\Setup

 If you are using APP 501 Computer Chassis, create C:\APP Recorder\Setup
6. Start the APP Recorder Program by double clicking on the “APPRecorder.exe” file.
7. After the program starts, click Edit and then Configuration. The window shown in Figure 16 will
be displayed.

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 Figure 16: Recorder Configuration Window

8. Enter the system “Recorder ID” and the “Company Name.” Each recorder has a unique Recorder
ID. This allows the master station program (APP ClearView) to identify which recorder it is
communicating with.

*CAUTION* Do not duplicate Recorder IDs.

9. Enter the “Data Path” by clicking the browse button and browsing to the Data Folder created in
step 4. {C:,D:}\APP Recorder\Data (D: for APP 601 and C: for APP 501)
10. Enter the “Setup Path” in the same manner. {C:,D:}\APP Recorder\Setup
11. If you want the Data (data means transient records, extended records, and SER information)
written to a backup folder then place a check mark next to “Backup” and enter the path.
12. Towards the bottom of the window, you can enter the number of fault record IDs to appear in the
“FSum” file (fault summary file). The fault summary file is retrieved by the master station
program, APP ClearView, and displayed in its Fault Summary Table. Settings under the
“Automatic Tasks” or “Allowed IPs” tab are not required for recorder startup and will be
discussed in a later section.
13. Click Save in the upper left hand corner of the window. The basic configuration is set.
14. In the APP Recorder window, from the Edit menu, point to Point Assignment Record (PAR),
and then click Edit Record. If the Edit Point Assignment Record screen does not appear (Figure
17), and a message that the record does not exist appears, a PAR will need to be established. If
the Point Assignment Record was not created by the factory, it may have been created by someone
in your company. If this is the case, the point assignment file can be copied into the “Setup” folder
({C:,D:}\APP Recorder\Setup). PA Records are established in APP Clearview, if none exists in
APP Recorder, please see APP Clearview Manual - Managing Point Assignment (PA) Records
for instructions to create PAR.
15. Next, the Point Assignment Record must be verified/updated. As mentioned above, the factory
usually obtains point assignment information from the customer and creates a Point Assignment
Record/file in advance.

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 16. At the bottom of the Point Assignment window, click the Chassis Config. tab. At the top of the
page, enter the name of station or location of the recorder. Next to “#chassis”, enter the sum total
of Data chassis.

Figure 17: Point Assignment Window’s Chassis Configuration

17. For each chassis, enter the type of circuit board inserted into slots 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, and 11.
For example, if slot-1 contains an analog board then click Place Analog Board then click in the
Chassis 1/Slot-1 box. An A will appear in the box. An A can also be placed in the box by simply
selecting the box and typing the letter A.

If slot-1 contains an event board, then click on Place Event Board then click in the Chassis
1/Slot-1 box. An E will appear in the box. An E can also be placed in the box by simply selecting
the box and typing the letter E.

Note: Slot-7 is always reserved for the DSP circuit board. Slot-12 is always reserved for
the alarm output circuit board and slot-13 is always reserved for the chassis
power supply board.

18. Each DSP circuit board, one per chassis, is assigned an IP address. That IP address must be
entered in the “IP Address” column for each chassis/DSP board. The default IP address is
195.168.3.X where X is the chassis number such as 1, 2, 3 etc.
19. Towards the upper right hand portion of the page is a “Chassis #1 Port#.” A port number is
automatically selected for each chassis. This number can be changed if any conflict arises.
20. After the chassis and slot information are entered, the number of Analog Boards, Event Boards,
Analog Channels, and Event Channels will appear at the far right-hand side of the page.
21. Click on the tab at the bottom of the page labeled General Settings. The window shown in Figure
18 should appear.

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 Figure 18: Point Assignment Window: General Settings Tab

22. Default values of 60Hz and a samping rate of 4800Hz should be shown.
23. With these default settings the system is ready to create transient records only.
24. From the menu bar, click Save.
You should see the “APP Recorder Driver” pop-up momentarily and then the system should go
On-Line. When the system goes on line you should hear the On-Line output relay click. If the
system is not synchronized with a satellite controlled clock you will hear the “CLK SYNC LOSS”
relay click after approximately 1½ minutes.

The system is now operational and the complete Point Assignment Record can be downloaded
from the master station or completed at your convenience.

5.3 Startup and Running the APP Monitor

APP Recorder can be setup to automatically start when the computer restarts and using APP Monitor to
automatically start if APP Recorder is shutdown. When Monitor is running, APP Recorder will restart
within 60 seconds of being closed. This is important to ensure no manual intervention is required to
maintain APP Recorder operation.

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Configuring APP Recorder and APP Monitor
In the APP Recorder window, from the Tools menu, click Windows Logon & Startup
the following window appears.

Figure 19: Windows Logon & Setup Window

1. In the User box, type the user name for the Windows logon of the APP Recorder.
2. In the Password box and the Confirm Password box, type the password for the Windows logon
of the APP Recorder. If no Windows password is set, leave this password blank.

Note: The user name and password must match the Windows account settings.

3. Do you want the APP Recorder to automatically logon to windows when the computer starts?
If yes, then select the Auto Logon check box.
If no, then skip to the next step.
4. Do you want the APP Monitor to automatically start when you run the APP Recorder?
If yes, then select the APP Monitor check box.
If no, then skip to the next step.

Note: If APP Monitor is shut-down using Task Manager for example, when APP
Recorder is started, APP Monitor will NOT automatically start. The best way to
ensure APP monitor is re-initiated properly is to restart the computer (Windows
Restart). This will cause APP Monitor to start if the APP Monitor option was
selected.

5. Do you want the SpeedFan to automatically start when you run the APP Recorder as an
application?

Note: Speedfan is required for the PC Health Alarm to function due to Hard Drive
Temperature and is required for monitoring Drives with a RAID drive
configuration.
If yes, then select the Speedfan check box.
If no, then skip to the next step.
6. Click OK.
7. Shutdown and restart Windows
8. Ensure APP Recorder automatically starts when Windows comes back up

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6.Using the APP Recorder

Using the APP Recorder 6-1

6.1 Introduction
The APP Recorder Program must be running for the APP Recorder hardware to operate. The APP Recorder
Program contains information and settings that contribute to the Recorder’s versatile, user-friendly, state-
of-the-art functionality.

6.2 APP Recorder Program Functions

The APP Recorder Program carries out the following major functions:
 Receives transient and extended data from the DSP circuit boards and stores the data in path
location {C:, D:}\APP Recorder\Data. Before storing the transient and extended data in this
directory, the program automatically converts the files to the COMTRADE C37.111 – 2013
format. If the extended recording feature is enabled in the Point Assignment Record (General
Settings tab: Sampling tab), the APP Recorder program creates the following three records each
time the recorder trips:
 Transient oscillography
 Extended oscillography
 Extended RMS

Note: The APP Recorder program automatically names the transient and extended
records as per the IEEE C37.232-2007 COMNAMES requirement.

 Receives continuous streaming data from the DSP circuit boards and writes that data in path
location of {C:, D:}\APP Recorder\Data\OsclgrData. This data is used when the analysis
software is requesting a time slice of continuous oscillography information.
 From the continuous streaming data, the APP Recorder Program calculates the following
quantities and writes that information to the path indicated:
Continuous RMS Data …………..… {C:, D:}\\APP Recorder\Data\RMSData
Continuous Frequency Data………... {C:, D:}\\APP Recorder\Data\FreqData
Continuous Phase Data………………{C:, D:}\\APP recorder\Data\PhaseData
 Receives Sequence of Event Records from the DSP circuit boards and writes that information in
the path location {C:, D:}\\APP Recorder\Data\SerData.
 Displays near real-time analog RMS values, frequency, phase, event status, trigger status, and
sequence of event log on its main window.
 Displays real time analog channel oscillograms via its OScope feature.
 Coordinates communication with the master station program, APP ClearView, via Ethernet or
modem.
 Outputs DNP-3 analog RMS values and event status via RS-232 or Ethernet.
 Outputs PMU information via Ethernet.

6.3 The APP Recorder Program Main Window

When you start the APP Recorder program, the APP Recorder window automatically appears.
The following figure illustrates the sections of the APP Recorder window.

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Figure 20: APP Recorder Program Main Window

The Setup area displays the major parameters that are set up or selected from the menu choices.

 The Message window displays information related to program startup, program re-initialization,
information sent to the APP Recorder Driver, and error messages. In addition, it can display
messages sent during a chat session with someone at the master station.
 The near Real-time Metering section provides a quick look at RMS values for all the analog
channels, event status, trigger status, and the sequence of event logs. You can use the tabs in this
section to view different types of information.

Analog Tab

Figure 21: Analog Tab

This tab appears only if there are analog channels configured in the Point Assignment Record and if
continuous recording is turned on. If the Analog Secondary check box is not selected (this is the default
setting), this tab shows primary values. If the Analog Secondary check box is selected, then the tab shows
secondary values. The data will update continuously for an interval of about 10 to 15 seconds.

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Triggers Tab

Figure 22: Triggers Tab

This tab appears if there are analog channels, however unlike the Analog Channel tab, this tab does not
require continuous recording to be turned on. The Triggers tab shows the value of the processed trigger
value in the DSP(s). It is a useful troubleshooting tool.

Events/SER Tab

Figure 23: Events/SER Tab

The Events/SER tab shows the configuration of the event/SER. If you highlight any of the row(s) and then
right click, a pop-up menu will display the options, Run SER and Stop SER. You can run or stop a
particular event channel SER without re-initializing the APP Recorder.

SER Report Tab

Figure 24: SER Report Tab

The SER Report tab displays channels that are in a stopped or abnormal state. The following table
explains the letters that appear on this tab.

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Table 9: Values on the SER Report Tab

In this column… This letter… Means this…

State O There is an open contact.

C There is a closed contact.
Normal A The channel is currently in an abnormal state.
N The channel is currently in a normal state.
Sync U There is an unsynchronized time.

S There is a synchronized time.

If an SER channel is stopped, the word “Stopped” appears at the beginning of the channel description. The
letter “M” or “A” also appears with the stop message:
 “M” indicates that the channel has been stopped manually via the Point Assignment Record.
 “A” indicates that the channel stopped automatically.

Note: If an SER channel frequently changes its state, you can configure the Point Assignment
Record to automatically address the issue. On the General Settings tab in the Point
Assignment Record, you can specify the threshold of time for allowable state changes (in
other words, the acceptable amount of time between state changes). If the SER channel
changes its state more frequently than the acceptable amount, you can configure it to
automatically shut down and then to restart itself after the period of time that you define.

Fault Location Tab

Figure 25: Fault Location Tab

This tab shows the fault location, if any fault exists. Most of the time it will be empty since faults don’t
occur often.

6.4 Setting the Administrator Password

You can optionally set an administrator password to restrict access to administrative features. If you set an
administrator password, then only the people who know the password will be able to perform the following
functions:
 Changing passwords
 Configuring the APP Recorder software
 Modifying the Point Assignment Record
 Modifying the Line Group Record
 Exiting the APP Recorder software

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 To Set an Administrator Password
1. From the File menu, select Administrator.
2. From the File menu, click Change Administrator Password.
A Change Administrator Password box appears.
3. Enter the desired password and click OK.
The Change Administrator Password box reappears.
4. Re-type your new password and click OK.
The password is now set.

Note: If the Password box does not appear when you select an administrative feature, then
you have not set an administrative password.

Also, if a check mark does not appear next to the Administrator menu item, and there is
an administrative password, then the Change Administrator Password option will not
appear on the File menu.

6.5 Printing
There are several types of information you can print from the APP Recorder:
 Message window contents
 Recent Fault Summary Report
 Recent Fault Summary Report with Graph

6.5.1 Selecting and Configuring the Printer

Before you print, select and configure the printer that you want to use.
 To Select and Configure the Printer
1. From the File menu, select Printer Setup.
The standard Windows Print Setup dialog box appears.
2. From the Name list, select the printer that you want to use.
3. Complete the other fields in this dialog box and then click OK.

6.5.2 Printing the Contents of the Message Window

 To Print the Contents of the Message Window
In the APP Recorder window, from the File menu, click Print Message Window.
The contents of the Message window are immediately sent to the printer you selected in the
procedure, Selecting and Configuring the Printer.

6.5.3 Printing the Recent Fault Summary

You can preview or print a fault summary report for the last recorded fault. If the APP Recorder Program is
stopped, and restarted, this function will not work until a new fault record is generated: it does not read
prior fault records.

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 To Print the Recent Fault Summary
In the APP Recorder window, from the File menu, click Print Recent Fault Summary.
The report is sent immediately sent to the printer you selected in the procedure, Selecting and
Configuring the Printer.

6.5.4 Printing the Recent Fault Summary with a Graph

You can preview or print a fault summary report that includes both analog and event graphs. You can
specify parameters including the Y-scale, print channels, print range, channels per page, and event channel
formatting.
 To Print the Recent Fault Summary with a Graph
1. In the APP Recorder window, from the File menu, click Print Recent Fault Summary +
Graph.
A window appears in which you can specify report configuration parameters.
2. Specify the report configuration parameters and then click OK.
The report is sent immediately sent to the printer you selected in the procedure, Selecting and
Configuring the Printer.

6.6 Exiting the APP Recorder

You can exit the APP Recorder for maintenance or troubleshooting purposes. When you exit the APP
Recorder, the APP Driver is automatically exited as well.
If you have set an administrator password, then you must enter the password before exiting the APP
Recorder. See Setting the Administrator Password for more information.

*CAUTION* Stopping the APP Recorder Program takes the APP Recorder
OFFLINE. No recording will be performed while the APP Recorder
Program is stopped.

Note: If the APP Monitor check box is checked in Tools/Windows logon and startup, APP
Recorder will automatically restart itself in no more than 60 seconds.

 To avoid auto restart, do the following prior to exiting

1. Go to Windows Task Manager by pressing CNTL-ALT-DEL
2. Click Start Task Manager
3. In the Process Tab, single click (Select)APP Monitor
4. Click End Process
 To Exit the APP Recorder Program
1. From the APP Recorder window File menu, click Exit.
2. Has an administrator password been set?
a) If yes, then a message box appears. Enter the password and click OK. The program is
stopped immediately.
b) If no, then the program is stopped immediately.

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 To restart APP Recorder with APP Monitor activated
1. Restart Computer (Windows Restart)
2. APP Recorder and APP Monitor will start automatically if APP Monitor was selected in the
Tools/Windows logon & Startup previously.

6.7 Configuring the APP Recorder

6.7.1 Factory Settings

Some minimum configuration parameters must be setup for the APP-601 Recorder to operate. For example,
it must know where to place the recorded data and where to find point assignment information. Before the
recorder leaves the factory its “must have parameters” are already entered. You should not have to make
changes to those settings.

Note: You should not alter the Recorder ID, Data Path, or the Setup Path without
thoroughly understanding how the APP Recorder runs. Incorrectly changing these
values can prevent the APP Recorder from running.

 The Recorder ID is needed for the recorder to read and save configuration and
data files such as the Point Assignment Record, Line Group Record,
COMTRADE data files, and so on.

 The Data Path has reserved memory in it.

 The Setup Path has all the configuration information.

6.7.2 Types of Configuration Settings

You can configure the following types of settings for the APP Recorder:
 Main configuration settings
 Automatic tasks
 Allowed IPs

6.7.3 Configuring the Main Configuration Settings

Main configuration settings are integral to the basic functioning of the APP Recorder.
APP Computer Chassis Data Storage Architecture:
The APP 601 Computer Chassis includes two storage areas. The C:\ drive is 8, 16, or 32 GB Flash
memory. The D:\ drive is typically 500 GB or larger conventional hard drive. These capacities may vary
depending on requirements of the customer’s application. The C: drive contains the operating system and
other system files. APP Engineering Inc. recommends users use the D: drive for the Setup and Data folders
particularly when using Windows 7 or above. The Flash capacity is likely to be too limited. Remember you
received a complete backup hard drive with the original factory settings along with your computer chassis.

Note: If you want to use the C: drive/Flash for storing fault records, please consult APP
Engineering Inc. before configuring APP 601 Computer.

The APP 501 Computer Chassis includes a single conventional hard drive for storing the OS and
configuration files as well as the fault records. Remember you received a complete backup hard drive with
the original factory settings along with your computer chassis.

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 To Change Main Configuration Settings
1. In the APP Recorder window, from the Edit menu, click Recorder Config.
The Recorder Configuration window appears. By default, the Main tab is selected.

Figure 26: Example of APP 601 Recorder Configuration Window—Main Tab

2. (Required) Recorder ID field, specify a unique recorder ID. This allows the master station
program (APP ClearView) to identify the recorder with which it is communicating.

*CAUTION* Do not use duplicate Recorder IDs.

Before shipping the Recorders, APP Engineering Inc. will assign

Recorder IDs and configure each of your Recorders accordingly.
Recorders will be numbered sequentially.
3. Company Name field, enter any name you would like. This name will appear at the top of the
APP Recorder Program main page. At the factory, the name of the company who purchased the
system is entered.

4. (Required) Data Path field, click and enter the location of the physical file where transient
and extended recording information will be written. By default, the factory creates the path:

 For the 601 computer - D:\APP Recorder\Data

 For the 501 computer - C:\APP Recorder\Data

You can change this value to any other path you want. However, you should not change the
path without understanding how the APP Recorder runs. Incorrectly changing the path can
prevent the APP Recorder from running.
5. Transient and extended recording information can be written to more than one path. To create a
second location, next Backup click and enter the desired path.

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 6. Flash: Using Flash has a very limited application. If you would like to use Flash for Data, please
consult APP Engineering Inc., before setting up the use of Flash.

7. (Required) Next to the Setup Path box, click the to specify the location of files such as the
Point Assignment Record, calibration factors, Line Group Record, trace files, and diagnostic
record. By default, the factory creates the path {C:,D:}\APP Recorder\Setup. You can change
this value to any other path you want. However, you should not change the path without
understanding how the APP Recorder runs. Incorrectly changing the path can prevent the APP
Recorder from running.

8. In the Max #Faults in FSum: box, specify the number of Fault record IDs included in the Fault
Summary upload to the master station (i.e. remote APP ClearView), when a Fault Summary file is
created. The larger the number, the longer it takes to get the summary file. Typically, a reasonable
number for this “fast” retrievable file is between 50 and 500.

Note: The APP Recorder Program AND APP Clearview Program should be configured to share
the same Data folder (i.e. {C:,D:}\APP Recorder\Data). All Fault records are available to
APP Clearview with this configuration.

9. After normal communication has been established between the APP ClearView and the APP
Recorder programs, the ideal disconnect situation is for someone at the master station or someone
at the APP Recorder to initiate a disconnect or hang up command. When this is done, both
programs are aware of the disconnect request and can properly close down communications.

However, it is possible for a communication path to be cut without notice. This results in neither
program receiving notice of disconnect. Therefore, a hang up timer is needed to ensure that both
programs receive an automatic command to release the communications link.

The default hang up timer for both the APP Recorder and APP ClearView programs is 10 minutes.
However, the APP Recorder hang up timer has a delay that makes its effective default time 10
minutes and 30 seconds. Therefore, in the case of no communications activity, the APP ClearView
program will be the first to initiate a hang up action.

Do you want to make the APP Recorder the first program to initiate a hang up action in the event
of an unexpected disconnect?

If yes, then in the Hang up if connection to ClearView has been idle for X minutes
box, type a value less than 10 minutes.
If no, skip to the next step.
10. Have you already set up dial-up networking for the APP Recorder?

If yes, then select the Dial-up Networking has been setup check box. See Setting Up
Dial-up Networking for instructions on setting up dial-up networking.
If no, skip to the next step.
11. If you want Point Assignment Record and Line Group Record saved with Transient Record, click
the check box: Save .par and .lgp with Transient Record.

12. If you want the Transient Alarm triggered during a Test Run, click the check box: Turn
Transient Alarm on during Test Run.

Note: The Transient Alarm has to be mapped in the Point Assignment, General Settings Tab for
the alarm to be turned on.

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 13. From the menu bar, click Save.

6.7.4 Setting Up Dial-up Networking

DialNet is for users who want to use Remote Desktop or a similar program to access the recorder using the
same phone line as the recorder. The following is the procedure to set up DialNet. This procedure is also in
Readme.txt located inside of the ClearView directory.
To establish dial-up networking, you must complete the setup procedures on both the APP Recorder
(server) computer and on the ClearView (client) computer.

For Windows XP
 To Set Up Dial-up Networking on the Recorder Computer (Server)
1. On the APP Recorder computer, go to the Network Connections folder (properties under My
Network Places).
2. Click Create new connection and then click Next.
3. Select Setup an advance connection and then click Next.
4. Select Accept incoming connection and then click Next.
5. Under Devices for incoming connection, select only the modem and then click Next.
6. Select Do not allow virtual private connections and then click Next.
7. Under User Permissions, select the users and then click Next.
8. Under Networking Software, check all and select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) then click
Properties.
9. Under Incoming TCP/IP Properties, select Allow caller to access my local network.
10. De-select Allow caller to specify its own IP address.
11. Select the specify TCP/IP address:
 From: 200.200.200.200
 To: 200.200.200.201
12. Click Next.
13. Click Finish.
14. Complete the procedure, To Set Up Dial-up Networking on the ClearView Computer (Client). Be
sure to select the Dial-up Networking has been setup box.
 To Set Up Dial-up Networking on the ClearView Computer (Client)
1. On the ClearView computer, go to the Network Connections folder (properties under My
Network Places).
2. Click Create new connection and then click Next.
3. Select Connect to the network at my workplace and then click Next.
4. Select Dial-up connection and then click Next.
5. Under Company Name, type the name of this connection and then click Next.

Note: This is the name to use for ClearView.

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 6. Under Phone Number to Dial, type the phone number to the Recorder and then click Next.
7. Click Finish.
8. On the ClearView computer, open the Phone & Network List, choose DialNet, and type in the
connection name that you just created.

Note: Remember to type the connection name. Do not type the IP address or phone
number.

Things to Remember
 The Dial-up network IP Address of the Recorder is (200.200.200.200)
 The Dial-up network IP Address of the ClearView computer is (200.200.200.201)
 Use IP:200.200.200.200 to call the Recorder when using Remote Desktop or UltraVNC or other
remote access services.
 The dial-up network can only be disconnected by the application that started it.
 The dial-up network will stop the Internet connection and also could stop some local LAN.
 The Internet will resume automatically after the dial-up network connection is disconnected.

For Windows 7 and 10

Dial-up Networking using Windows 7 and 10, is supported on a case-by-case basis. To setup Dial-up
networking with Windows 7 or above, please contact APP Engineering support at (317) 536-5300.

6.7.5 Configuring Automatic Tasks

The APP Recorder can perform a variety of automatic tasks, which appear on the window that is shown in
Figure 27. By configuring the automatic tasks, you can take full advantage of the APP Recorder’s ability to
become an integral part of your substation or plant automation.
There are several types of automatic tasks you can configure:
 Automatic tasks that occur when a fault arrives, see Section 6.7.7 including:
 Whether or not the APP Recorder calls the master station, and what type of data it sends about
the fault
 The format of printed reports
 The email settings for automated notifications
 The FTP settings for automated notifications
 Automatic tasks that occur when an SER Event occurs see Section 6.7.14
 Automatic tasks that occur when alarms occur see Section 6.7.15
 Setting up the Master Phone List and the Passwords for login to the Master Station see
Section 6.7.16

Note: The factory configures all of the settings for automatic tasks before shipping the APP
Recorder to you. You can optionally change these settings as needed.

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6.7.6 Accessing the Automatic Tasks Tab
You configure all of the automatic tasks on the Automatic Tasks tab of the Recorder Configuration
window.
 To Access the Automatic Tasks Tab of the Recorder Configuration Window
1. In the APP Recorder window, from the Edit menu, click Configuration.
The Recorder Configuration window appears. By default, the Main tab is selected.
2. Click the Automatic Tasks tab.
The Automatic Tasks screen appears, as shown in the following figure.

Figure 27: Recorder Configuration Window —Automatic Tasks Tab

6.7.7 Configuring Automatic Tasks that Occur when a Fault Arrives

Call Master, You can configure whether or not the APP Recorder calls the master station, and what type of
data it sends about the fault.

Note: In order for the APP Recorder Program to call the master station and transfer
data, the master station must be running the APP ClearView Program. The
APP ClearView Program must be set to monitor incoming calls

 To Configure Whether or Not the APP Recorder Calls the Master Station
1. Open the Automatic Tasks tab of the Recorder Configuration window.
2. In the Call Master drop down menu, select what you want the APP Recorder to do if a fault
occurs. The following table describes the available options.

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 Table 10: Configuring Automatic Tasks—Options in the Call Master List

If a fault triggers the Recorder Select this option Also set the values of
these fields
What should it When?
upload?

A Fault Summary Always Yes– always Max #Faults in FSum

File (Send FSum Only) box on the Main tab

This determines the

number of fault files in
the Fault Summary
Record.
A Fault Summary Always Yes – always Data means these only
File, and associated (Send FSum and check boxes
data Data)
These determine the type
of data sent.

If all of the boxes are

unchecked, then all of the
types of data will be sent.
A Fault Summary Only when Yes – if logic true Max #Faults in FSum
File certain (Send FSum Only) box on the Main tab
conditions occur Logic (OR=1, AND =&)
box

Data means these only

check boxes
A Fault Summary Only when Yes – if logic true Logic (OR=1, AND =&)
File and associated certain (Send FSum and box
data conditions occur Data)
Data means these only
check boxes
A Fault Summary Always print a Yes – always Max #Faults in FSum
File (always) Fault Summary (FSum), if logic box on the Main tab
Report true (Data)
and associated data Logic (OR=1, AND =&)
(sometimes) but box

Print all analog Data means these only

waveforms and check boxes
all event graphs
only when
certain
conditions occur

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 3. In the Max # Attempt box, type the number of times the APP Recorder Program will attempt to
call the master station, via modem or network, before stopping.
4. Data Means These Only, do you want to limit the type of data sent when a fault occurs?
 If yes, then under Data means these only, select the appropriate check boxes. If you select
none of the check boxes, then Transient, Disturbance, Extended RMS, and Extended
Oscillography data are all sent.
 If no, all data will be sent, skip to the next step.
5. Retrieve any un-retrieved old records during auto Polling, this function is to ensure all
COMTRADE Records on the Recorder is retrieved into APP Clearview. Check the box if you
want Clearview to pull any fault records during polling/auto polling existing in the Recorder and
has not yet been retrieved.

Note: If the fault summary list (.lst file) is retrieved manually, then the Recorder is auto polled,
Clearview may not retrieve any un-retrieved fault records until the next polling cycle.

6. Do an Auto Test Run if no fault occurs in a week will initiate a test run if there has been no
faults recorded in the past week. This is to provide a way to ensure the recorder is functioning and
can provide proof for audit purposes. Click the check box to have Auto Test Run turned on.
7. Logic Box, this box indicates the condition(s) that must be met in order for the Recorder to send
the data to the master station. Do you want to set conditions for sending data to the Master?
 If yes, then complete the Logic box. For more information, see Error! Reference source not
ound. on page Error! Bookmark not defined..
 If no, then skip to the next step.
8. From the menu, click Save.

6.7.8 Configuring Printing

You can preview/print a report of the APP Recorder configuration by clicking Print and selecting either
Preview or Print.

Note: In order for the APP Recorder to print, there must be a local or network printer connected
to the recorder.

 To Configure Printing
1. Open the Automatic Tasks tab of the Recorder Configuration window.
2. In the Print drop down menu, select the specific printing function that you want APP Recorder to
perform. The following table describes the available options.

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 Table 11: Configuring Automatic Tasks—Options in the Print List

If a fault triggers the Recorder Select this option Also set the values of
these fields
What should it When?
upload?

Nothing n/a No n/a

Note: You can

still manually
activate printing.
A Fault Summary Always Yes– always (Print n/a
File FSum Only)

A Fault Summary Always Yes – always (Print Data means these only
File, and associated FSum and Data) check boxes
data
A Fault Summary Only when Yes – if logic true Logic (OR=1, AND =&)
File certain (Print FSum Only) box
conditions occur
A Fault Summary Only when Yes – if logic true Logic (OR=1, AND =&)
File, and associated certain (Print FSum and box
data conditions occur Data) Data means these only
check boxes
A Fault Summary Always print a Yes – always Logic (OR=1, AND =&)
File (always) Fault Summary (FSum), if logic box
Report true (Data)
and associated data but Data means these only
(sometimes) Print all analog check boxes
waveforms and
all event graphs
only when
certain
conditions occur

3. Do you need to complete the Logic box?

This box indicates the condition(s) that must met in order for the Recorder to send the data to the
master station.
 If yes, then complete the Logic box. For more information, see Error! Reference source not
ound. Section 6-25.
 If no, then skip to the next step.
4. Do you want to configure the format of printed reports?
 If yes, continue with the procedure, Configuring the Format of Printed Reports.
 If no, from the menu bar, click Save.

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6.7.9 Configuring the Format of Printed Reports
 To Configure the Format of Printed Reports
1. Open the Recorder Configuration window and open the Automatic Tasks tab.
2. Click the Printing Format button.
The Format All Wave Printing window appears.

Figure 28: Printing Format Window

3. From the Analog Channel Format list, select the appropriate format:

 YScale Optimized (peak)

Prints the highest peak value measured to the right-hand side of each oscillogram printed.
 YScale Optimized (unit/cm)
Prints a volts/cm or amps/cm scale to the right-hand side of each oscillogram printed.
 YScale = Channel Full Scale Optimized (unit/cm)
Prints a volts/cm or amps/cm scale to the right-hand side of each oscillogram printed. The
value is based on the full scale setting in the Point Assignment Record and the number of
oscillograms printed on the page.
 Yscale = User Select Scale (unit/cm)
If selected, a user programmable Yscale field appears. The user can enter their desired
volts/cm or amps/cm scale. Prints a volts/cm or amps/cm scale to the right-hand side of each
oscillogram printed. The value is based on a user entered Yscale (unit/cm). If the scale is too
small waveform clipping will occur.
 Yscale Optomized (RMS)
This selection prints the RMS value to the right side of each oscillogram printed.

Note: Print fewer channels on a page to increase the resolution on the Yscale.

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 4. From the Channels list, select one of the following choices:
 All
Prints an oscillogram for each analog channel listed in the Point Assignment Record.
 Selected
After you select this, click the Select Channels button to select the specific channels to print.
 Group
Specific preset line groups can be printed.
5. From the Print Data Range list, select the range of records to print:
 All
Prints the entire length (X-axis) of all the oscillograms selected for printing.
 Selected
Each data point in an oscillogram has a number. The starting number is “0” which is usually
the prefault portion of the waveform. The ending number depends on how long the fault or
recording lasted. To print a partial record, X- axis length, enter the data range.
6. In the #Channels/Page box, enter the number of oscillograms you want to appear on each page of
the printout.

Note: Print fewer oscillograms on a page to increase the resolution on the Yscale.

7. Limit to 100 Cycles per Page check box causes the report to limit to 100 Cycles per page for
each channel displayed on a page.
8. There are two types of triggers, analog triggers and event triggers. You can print these triggers in
conjunction with oscillograms. Triggers are represented by horizontal lines at the bottom of a
printed or displayed page. In the Digital Channel Format list, select how the trigger line should
appear, whether it is normal or abnormal:
 Sequence Of Events /Triggers (Line on Abnormal)
This selection only prints the event channels or analog triggers that caused the system to
trigger and record. The state of other event channels is not printed. If a line is shown, it
represents the period of time the event was abnormal.
 Sequence Of Events /Triggers (Line on Normal)
This selection only prints the event channels or analog triggers that caused the system to
trigger and record. The state of other event channels is not printed. If a line is shown, it
represents the period of time the event was normal.
 All Events/Triggers (Line on Abnormal)
This selection prints the analog triggers and event channels that were in an abnormal state
when the record was created. If a line is shown, it represents the period of time the analog
trigger or event channel was abnormal.
 All Events/Triggers (Line on Normal)
This selection prints the analog triggers and event channels that were in an abnormal state
when the record was created. If a line is shown, it represents the period of time the analog
trigger or event channel was normal.
9. Spread digital among graphs, if Spread digital check box is not checked, the Analog channels
are printed, then the Event Channels, on each page (See Figure 29). With Spread digital check box
checked the report shows the digital channels along with the Analog lines together (See Figure
30).

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 Figure 29: Default Report Format

Figure 30: Report with Spread digital among graphs checked

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 10. No Trigger check box causes the report to exclude Analog Trigger faults from the report. An
Event Trigger will still display if an Event Channel is set up, and an Event Channel caused the
Trigger or an Event Channel changed state while the record was being created.
11. In the Panel Size box, enter the percentage of space the event and analog trigger lines will use at
the bottom of a printed page.
12. In the Font Size Global Control box, enter the font size to be used for the title of the waveform
pages and any annotations that may have been added. You cannot change the font on the Fault
Summary Report.
13. In the Font Size Title Control box, enter the font size for the title that appears at the top of each
waveform or oscillogram page.
14. In the Annotation Text Size box, enter the font size for any annotations that are added to a
waveform or oscillogram page.
15. Click OK.

6.7.10 Configuring Email Settings

You can configure the APP Recorder to automatically email fault summary information to the master
station. When the APP Recorder sends an email, it sends a plain text e-mail message containing a summary
of a fault. The following information is included in the report:
 Recorder ID
 Fault ID number
 Fault date and time
 Fault duration
 Fault location report (if calculable)

Note: The Recorder must have an SMTP/POP3 email account and connectivity in order for the
Email feature to work properly.

 To Configure Email Settings

1. Open the Recorder Configuration window and open the Automatic Tasks tab. See Figure 27.
2. Select the Email check box.

Note: If the Email check box is not selected, the APP Recorder will not automatically send
emails with fault summary information.

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 3. Click the Email Settings button.
The Main tab of the Email Settings window appears.

Figure 31: Auto Email Setup Window

4. In the From field, enter a valid email address.

5. In the Recipients list, add or delete recipients’ email addresses. The e-mail message will be sent to
all of the recipients in this list. If no recipients are listed, click Add and specify a valid email
address.
6. Contact your network administrator to obtain values for the Outgoing Mail (SMTP), Port#, and
User ID fields.
7. Do you want the APP Recorder to automatically email a summary of every fault each time the
master station automatically retrieves a fault record or whenever a fault record is automatically
called in?
 If yes, then select the Auto Send Fault Summary if Logic Filter (LF) True check box. On
the Automatic Tasks tab of the Recorder Configuration window, verify that the Logic box
contains the appropriate value. For more information on completing the Logic box, see
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 If no, skip to the next step.

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 8. Auto Send Fault Summary, do you want the Auto Send Fault Summary function to limit what is
sent to the Master Station to any faults less than 1 day old?
 If yes, then click the Don’t Auto Send Fault Summary if older than 1 day check box.
 If no, skip to the next step
This function works only if Auto Send Fault Summary is also checked.
9. From the menu bar, click Save. At this point, you have completed configuring e-mail settings. It is
a good idea to send a test e-mail to ensure that messages will be sent properly. To do this,
complete the procedure, To Test the Email Function.
 To Test the Email Function
1. In the Send Email window, click the Message tab.
The Message tab appears, as shown in the following figure. From here, you can type an email and
manually send it to everyone in the Recipient list.

Figure 32: Manual Emailing Window

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 2. In the Subject box, type the subject line for the email.
3. In the Message box, type the message.
4. In the Attachments list, select an attachment to include. Use the Add and Delete buttons to select
or remove additional files.
5. Click Send.

6.7.11 Configuring FTP Settings

You can configure the APP Recorder to automatically send the most recently generated transient fault
record to a host directory.
 To Configure FTP Settings
1. Open the Recorder Configuration window and open the Automatic Tasks tab.
2. Select the FTP check box.

Note: You must set this up if you want the APP Recorder to send transient records through
FTP.

3. Click the FTP Settings button.

The FTP Settings dialog box appears, as shown in the following figure.

Figure 33: FTP Account Settings Window

4. (Required) In the Host field, type the URL for the host computer.
5. (Required) In the Port field, type the port for the host.

Note: A common port setting is 21.

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 6. (Required) In the User ID field, type the user ID to log in to the host.
7. (Required) In the Password field, type the password to log in to the host.
8. Do you want to use a proxy server?
 If yes, then select the Proxy Server check box. In the Proxy Server box, type the name of the
proxy server. In the Proxy Port box, type the port number for the proxy server.
 If no, skip to the next step.
9. Do you want to create a logic filter to identify when the transient record should be sent to the host
directory?
 If yes, then select the Auto Upload Fault Files if Logic Filter (LF) True check box. On the
Automatic Tasks tab of the Recorder Configuration window, verify that the Logic box
contains the appropriate value. For more information on completing the Logic box, see
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 If no, skip to the next step.
10. Max #Upload/hr box, enter the maximum number of fault records to be sent to the host directory
per hour. Specify a limiter here to stop the host directory from being inundated with data in the
event that the APP Recorder has an unexpected runaway tripping event.

Note: You can reset the counter manually via the Reset Upload button. The Reset
Upload button is for emergency purposes if the maximum upload number has
been exceeded, but you still want other fault records to be sent.

11. Max #Retry of each Upload box, enter a limiter that determines how many times the software
will try to send a new record to the host directory. If the limit is reached due to some connection or
setting problem, a message will appear in the APP Recorder trace file.
12. Time Between each Retry : Randomized Between, enter the two times in seconds, between
which FTP retries should occur. APP Recorder will attempt at random intervals between the range
specified, to resend data.
13. Delay 1st Send (by retry time) check box. Check this to delay 1st send by the Retry time
specified above.
14. From the menu bar, click Save and then click the Directory tab.
The Directory tab appears, as shown in the following Figure 34: FTP Remote Directory Setup
Window

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 Figure 34: FTP Remote Directory Setup Window

15. The Local Dir. field automatically displays the value that was entered in the Data Path field on
the Main tab of the Recorder Configuration window. This setting tells the FTP program from
where to retrieve the new fault records that it will place in the host directory.

Note: You can change the path while testing the FTP function

16. (Required) In the Remote Dir. field, type the path to the remote directory that is located on the
host site to which the transient records will be sent (for example, \storage).

Note: The backward slash may need to be included in the path.

17. Do you want to test the connection to the remote directory?

 If yes, click Show Remote Dir Content.
If communication is established you will see the remote directory in the message window. If
the FTP settings are incorrect, you will see nothing in the message window. In the tray below
the message window you might see error messages.
 If no, skip to the next step.
18. From the menu bar, click Save.

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6.7.12 Defining a Boolean Logic Equation
You can define a Boolean Logic equation to automatically filter, or limit, when the APP Recorder does any
or all of the following:
 Calls the master system
 Prints the Fault Summary File and fault-related data
 Sends an email notification
 Sends transient fault record via FTP

Note: You can define only one logic entry.

The following table lists the available equation variables and field entries.
Table 12: Defining a Boolean Logic Filter—Variables and Entries

Entry Description

0 False, nothing will pass filter

1 True, everything passes filter
Blank (Nothing Entered) True, everything passes filter
T1, T2, T3….. Represents Analog Channels
t1, t2, t3….. Also Represents Analog Channels
E1, E2, E3…. Represents Event Channels
e1, e2, e3…. Also Represents Event Channels

6.7.13 Performing a Test Upload

You can use the Upload tab to test the upload process. This tab allows the transfer of any file from the
local directory to the remote directory. If the file is successfully transferred, an “Upload Succeed” message
will appear in the FTP Status pane. If the file is not transferred, an “Upload Fail” message will appear
instead.

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 Figure 35: FTP Upload or Testing Window
 To Perform a Test Upload
1. In the Local File box, type the name of the file you wish to send to the remote file. This file must
be located in the local directory that is defined on the Directory tab.
2. Do you want the file name to remain the same when it is placed in the remote directory?
 If yes, then in the Remote File field enter the same file name that you entered in the Local
File box.
 If no, type a different file name.
3. Click Upload.
The test file transfer process begins.
4. After the transfer is successful, click the Show Remote Dir Content button. The file appears in
the remote directory that you specified on the Directory tab.
 To Stop the Automatic Retry Attempts
If the transfer fails and you wish to stop the automatic retries, click Abort.
 To Clear the Buffer of Any Fault Record

Note: You can clear the buffer for troubleshooting or testing purposes.

Click Clear FIFO to clear the buffer of any fault record or test file that the APP Recorder is trying to
send to the remote directory.

6.7.14 Configuring Automatic SER Reports

If a receipt printer is connected to the parallel port of the computer running the APP Recorder, the APP
Recorder can automatically print an SER report when a SER (SOE) channel experiences a change of state.
The printed report includes the date, time, channel description, channel number, and if the channel has
switched to a normal or abnormal state.

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 To Configure Automatic SER Reports
1. Open the Recorder Configuration window and open the Automatic Tasks tab.
2. Select the Auto Print SER Reports On Receipt Printer check box.
3. From the menu bar, click Save.

6.7.15 Calling the Master Phone List when Alarms Occur

You can configure the APP Recorder to automatically call the numbers in the master phone list when
alarms occur. For information on configuring the master phone list, see 6.7.16 Configuring the Master
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 To Configure whether the APP Recorder Calls the Master Phone List when Alarms Occur
1. Open the Recorder Configuration window and open the Automatic Tasks tab.
2. Under the When Alarms Occurred, Do section, do one of the following:
 If you want the APP Recorder to call the numbers in the Master Phone list, select the Call
Master… check box.
 If you want the APP Recorder to not call the numbers, de-select the Call Master… check
box.
3. From the menu bar, click Save

Note: The Fault alarm is not affected by the setting of the Call Master… check box.

6.7.16 Configuring the Master Phone List

 To configure the master phone list, you can specify:
 The phone numbers, IP Address, or Master IDs of the master stations that the APP Recorder
Program will automatically call.
 The password APP Recorder should use to log in to the master station

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 To Configure the Master Phone List
1. Open the Recorder Configuration window and open the Automatic Tasks tab.
2. Click the Master Phone List button.
The Master Phone & Network List window appears, as shown in the following figure.

Figure 36: Master Phone & Network List Window

3. Do you want to add a new IP address or phone number?

 If yes, then do one of the following:
 If the APP Recorder is connected to a phone, then from the list, select Phone#. Then in
the corresponding box, type the phone number. You can use any standard Windows
format. Click the Add button.
 If the APP Recorder is connected to an IP address, then from the list select IP Addr.
Then in the corresponding box, type the IP address. You can use any standard Windows
format. Click the Add button. For information on configuring DialNet, see Setting Up
Dial-up Networking.
 If no, skip to the next step.
4. By default, the first entry that you make is selected, as indicated by the X in the Use column. The
entry with the “X” is the number that APP ClearView will call when it connects to or calls the
APP Recorder. You can activate multiple phone numbers and/or IP addresses.

Do you want to activate or de-activate a phone number or IP address?

 If yes, then in the Use column, click the box next to the entry. An X appears when the entry is
activated; it disappears when the entry is deactivated.
 If no, skip to the next step.
5. Do you want to delete a number?
 If yes, then right-click the number and then click Delete.
 If no, skip to the next step.
6. Do you want to reorder entries?
 If yes, then under the Drag column, click the gray box that corresponds to the entry you want
to move and then move it to its new position.
 If no, skip to the next step.
7. Click Save.

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 To Configure the Recorder Password
1. Open the Recorder Configuration window and open the Automatic Tasks tab.
2. Click the Recorder Password button.
The Recorder Password window appears.
3. Type the new APP Recorder password.

Note: The password is case-sensitive.

4. Click the OK button.

6.7.17 Ping Master Every 5 minutes

Ping Master every 5 minutes will continually test the connection between the DFR and the Master
Computer. The Master has to be set up in the Master Phone list, Call Master has to be set to “Yes”. If a
failure occurs, it will cause a Master Comm Error. You must map that alarm in the Point Assignment
Record, General Settings, Recorder Setup tab to have a hard alarm displayed.

6.7.18 Configuring Allowed IPs

The APP Recorder includes a security feature that will limit remote connections to the APP Recorder. Only
specified IP addresses will be permitted remote access to the APP Recorder.

Note: If you specify no IP addresses, then all IP address will be allowed access to the APP
Recorder.

 To Configure Allowed IPs

1. Open the Recorder Configuration window and open the Allowed IPs tab.
The Allowed IPs tab appears, as shown in the following figure.

Figure 37: Allowable IPs Entry Window (Security Feature)

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 2. In the box, type the IP addresses. Press the Enter key between each IP address.
3. To delete an IP address, right-click the IP address and click Delete.

Note: You can also use the Undo, Cut, Copy, and Paste options from the pop-up
menu.

4. From the menu bar, click Save.

6.7.19 Printing Recorder Configuration

You can print the configuration information by clicking Print at the top of the screen then selecting Print
Preview or Print. Print Preview allows you to review the report, save, change the printer preferences, and
print.

6.8 Editing the Point Assignment Record

The Point Assignment Record is a user-defined record that is used by the APP Recorder to control system
operation, perform calculations, and perform analysis. A Point Assignment Record contains information
concerning the recorder hardware, analog channels, analog triggers, events, sampling rates, and different
types of recording. The Point Assignment Record is saved in the setup folder and is structured Rxxx.par
where xxx is the recorder number.
If your company provides point assignment information, APP factory personnel will enter that information
into the APP Recorder before shipping it to you. You can edit a Point Assignment Record via the APP
Recorder Software or the APP ClearView Software. The Point Assignment Record file can be downloaded
from the master station (APP ClearView) to the APP Recorder or vice versa.
In the APP Recorder, you can access the Point Assignment Record from the Edit menu of the APP
Recorder window. For complete details on how to create and edit the Point Assignment Record, see the
APP ClearView Operating Manual.

Note: If an administrator password is defined, only the administrator has privileges to save a
newly created Point Assignment Record or save changes to an edited Point Assignment
Record.

6.9 Editing the Line Group Record

The Line Group Record is a user-defined record. Here channels that form a line group are linked together.
This permits the APP Recorder to perform distance to fault calculations, various power calculations, and
provides a quick convenient means for viewing oscillograms for different line groups. The Line Group
Record is saved in the setup folder and is structured RxxxLines.inf where xxx is the recorder number.
If your company provides line group information, factory personnel will enter that information into the
APP Recorder before shipping it to you. In addition, you can create and edit a Line Group Record can be
created or edited via the APP Recorder or the APP ClearView. The line group file can be downloaded from
the master station (APP ClearView) to the APP Recorder or vice versa.
In the APP Recorder, you can access the Line Group Record from the Edit menu of the APP Recorder
window. For complete details on how to create and edit the Line Group Record, see the APP ClearView
Operating Manual.

Note: If an administrator password is defined, only the administrator has privileges to save a
newly created Line Group Record or save changes to an edited Line Group Record.

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6.10 Connecting to ClearView
You can manually initiate a phone call connection between the APP Recorder and the master station. The
APP Recorder will call the phone numbers or IP addresses that are entered in the Master Phone List.
The APP Recorder only calls those numbers/IP addresses that have a checkmark beside them. If more than
one number has a checkmark, the recorder will call them in sequential order.
Upon a successful connection to a master station, the APP Recorder uploads the information that you
designated on the Automatic Tasks tab (summary file only, summary file and data, etc.).
After uploading the appropriate information, the APP Recorder automatically disconnects from the master
station.

6.10.1 Connecting to ClearView

 To Connect to ClearView
In the APP Recorder window, from the Connect menu, click Connect to ClearView.

Note: The APP ClearView master station program will not receive a call unless it is set to
“monitor incoming calls.”

6.10.2 Disconnecting from ClearView

You can manually break the connection between the recorder and master station.
 To Disconnect from ClearView
In the APP Recorder window, from the Connect menu, click Disconnect from ClearView.

6.10.3 Viewing the Connection Status Window

While the APP Recorder is connected to the master station, you can view real-time messages related to the
communications and data transfer progress between the computers in the Connection Status window. This
window is useful in determining if a successful connection has been established between the master station
and APP Recorder.
 To View the Connection Status Window
In the APP Recorder window, from the Connect menu, click Show Status Screen.
The Connection Status screen appears. You can also press (F2) anytime to show Connection Status Screen.

Figure 38: Connection Status Screen

To close the window, click the X button in the upper right hand corner.

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 To view the Trace File
From the Connection Status Window, you can view the CTrace file by clicking on the button. The
CTrace file will open.

Note: You can leave this window open while you access other functionality in the APP
Recorder

6.10.4 Choosing a Modem

You can view the currently installed modems and choose which modem the APP Recorder should use.

Note: After choosing your modem, you should not need to configure it; the process is
automated for you. The instructions for accessing the Modem Connection Preferences
window are included in this section in case you need to verify or adjust settings during
troubleshooting.

 To Choose the Modem

1. In the APP Recorder window, from the Connect menu, point to Modem and then click Choose
Modem. The Choose Modem dialog box appears.

Figure 39: Choose Modem Window

2. Click the modem to use.

3. Click the OK button.
 To View the Modem Connection Preferences Window
In the APP Recorder window, from the Connect menu, point to Modem and then click Configure
Modem.
The Modem Connection Preferences window appears.

6.10.5 Setting the Network Port Number

The default network port number of 1024 is automatically configured for the APP Recorder. You can
change the port number, if necessary.
 To Set the Network Port Number
1. In the APP Recorder window, from the Connect menu, click Set Network Port#.
The Network Port# dialog box appears.
2. Enter the network port number and click OK.

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6.10.6 Turning On or Off Dial-up Networking
If you have configured dial-up networking, you can manually turn it on or off as necessary.
See Setting Up Dial-up Networking for instructions on setting up dial-up networking
 To Turn On or Off Dial-up Networking
In the APP Recorder window, from the Connect menu, click Dial-up Networking.
 If the menu option says, Off, then clicking this option immediately turns on dial-up
networking.
 If the menu option says, On, then clicking this option immediately turns off dial-up
networking.

6.11 Maintaining the APP Recorder

You can perform the following maintenance tasks for the APP Recorder:
 View the trace files
 Run a diagnostic test
 View all SER abnormal or stopped channels
 Perform a test run
 View the list of “ON” alarms
 Reset the FID
 Reinitialize the APP Recorder
 Restart APP Recorder
 Reboot the APP Recorder
 Reserve the Memory and defrag the data drive

6.11.1 Viewing Trace Files

You can use trace files to help during troubleshooting. There is a separate trace file for the APP Recorder
and the APP Driver.
Trace files include:

 Tracexxx.wri Driver Trace File

 CTracexxx.wri Connection Trace File
 RTracexxx.wri Recorder Trace File
 ATracexxx.yyy All Trace File

Note: xxx is recorder number and yyy is a sequence number

Each trace file lists the major processes carried out by its respective program, either the APP Recorder or
the APP Driver. When a trace file grows to approximately 500 Kbytes, it will automatically be closed and
given an extension an incremented extension (for example, .001, .002, and so on.) A new trace file will be
created.
There is also an All Trace (ATrace) file available. The ATrace is intended for use with software to parse
the ATrace log for specific trace information. The ATrace is not simply a consolidation of the Recorder and
Driver trace files. The ATrace includes additional trace information from: Recorder, Driver, PMU, DNP3,
Modbus, IRIG-B and is intended for diagnostics and correlation of log entries.
The Recorder, Driver trace and ATrace files are stored in the C:\APP Recorder\Setup directory.

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 To View the Trace File for the APP Recorder
In the APP Recorder window, from the Maintenance menu, point to Trace Files and click Show
Trace File.
The trace file for the APP Recorder appears.
 To View the Trace File for the APP Driver
In the APP Recorder window, from the Maintenance menu, point to Trace Files and click Show
Driver Trace File.
The trace file for the APP Driver appears.
 To View the All Trace (ATrace) File
In the APP Recorder window, from the Maintenance menu, point to Trace Files and click Show All Trace
File.
The trace file for the APP Driver appears.

6.11.2 Running a Diagnostic Test and Viewing Results

Each APP Recorder does an automatic diagnostic test every 5 minutes. In addition, you can initiate a
manual diagnostic test against the APP Recorder and view the results.

Note: You can also run a diagnostic test from within the APP Driver window and from the
master station.

 To Run a Diagnostic Test and View Results

1. In the APP Recorder window, from the Maintenance menu, point to Diagnostic and click one of
the following:
 Click Show Result to view the results of the last diagnostic test that was completed.
 Click Redo Diagnostic to perform a new diagnostic test and view its results. Show Result.
The Recorder Diagnostic Results window appears.

Figure 40: Recorder Diagnostic Results Window

2. To see the details of an entry, double-click its name in the list.

3. To see the latest diagnostic results, from the menu bar, click Refresh.
4. To see which alarms are currently ON, from the menu bar, click Alarms.
The Alarms dialog box displays the alarms.
5. To close the Recorder Diagnostic Results window, click the X in the upper right-hand corner.

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6.11.3 Viewing All SER Abnormal or Stopped Channels

Note: The Point Assignment Record contains a setting, under the General Settings tab that
allows you to automatically shut down an SER channel if it changes state too many times
in a fixed period. The SER channel will automatically restart after a user-defined
shutdown period.

 To View All SER Abnormal or Stopped Channels

1. In the APP Recorder window, from the Maintenance menu, click Show All SER Abnormal Or
Stopped Channels.
The following window appears and displays SER channels that are in a stopped or abnormal state:

Figure 41: Stopped/Abnormal SER Channels Window

 In the State column, an O represents an open contact and a C represents a closed contact.
 In the Normal column, an A indicates the channel is currently in an abnormal state and an N
indicates the channel is currently in a normal state.
 In the Sync column, a U indicates an unsynchronized time and an S represents a synchronized
time.
 If an SER channel is stopped, the word Stop will appear at the beginning of the channel
description, along with either an M or an A:
 M indicates that the channel has been stopped manually via the Point Assignment
Record.
 A indicates that the channel stopped automatically.

6.11.4 Performing a Test Run

You can perform a test run to test if the APP Recorder is really recording and to check all the channel data.
When you perform a test run, the APP Recorder trips, creating a transient COMTRADE record. The
COMTRADE records contain a snapshot of all the analog channel signals, and the state of all DFR
channels, plus the present status of the event inputs.
In addition, if the extended recording feature is enabled in the Point Assignment Record (General Settings
tab: Sampling tab), an extended RMS COMTRADE record and an extended oscillography COMTRADE
record will also be created. You can view the transient, extended-RMS, and extended oscillograph records
with the APP ClearView program, which is loaded on the APP Recorder computer, or with any
COMTRADE viewer.
The record length will be prefault + post fault. The trigger alarm will not energize during a test run.
However, the trigger front panel LED will illuminate.
If the auto-call feature is enabled (Recorder Configuration window: Automatic Tasks tab), the APP
Recorder will call the master station(s) and upload the records.

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 To Perform a Test Run
In the APP Recorder window, from the Maintenance menu, click Test Run.
The system immediately responds. The fault will appear on the screen. You can also, start a test run by
pressing F12 anytime except when offline like when the Oscope is being displayed.

6.11.5 Viewing the ON Alarms

You can view a list of the alarms that are currently turned on.
 To View the ON Alarms
In the APP Recorder window, from the Maintenance menu, click Show Alarm ON List.
The Alarms Currently On window appears.

Figure 42: Alarms Currently ON Window

6.11.6 Resetting FID

As each fault record is created the Fault Identification number, or FID, is incremented by one. If the
extended recording feature is enabled in the Point Assignment Record (General Settings tab: Sampling
tab), a single trigger will create two new FID numbers, one FID for the transient record and one FID for the
extended records.
At any time, you can reset the Fault Identification number to 1. You may want to do this to clean up any
old records.

Note: An old record with the same FID as newly created record will not be overwritten due to
date and time difference.

*CAUTION* Resetting the FID causes the APP Recorder Program to re-initialize
and the APP Recorder to go offline for a few moments.

 To Reset the FID

1. In the APP Recorder window, from the Maintenance menu, click Reset FID.
2. Enter the password
3. Click ok

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6.11.7 Re-initializing the APP Recorder Program
You can re-initialize the APP Recorder program to help with troubleshooting.

Note: Re-initializing only restarts the APP Recorder software. Rebooting turns off the entire
APP Recorder machine.

*CAUTION* The re-initialize command will take the APP Recorder offline for a few
moments.

 To Re-Initialize the APP Recorder Program

1. In the APP Recorder window, from the Maintenance menu, click Reinitialize. You can also
press (F8) at any time except when offline like when displaying oscope.

6.11.8 Restart Recorder

Restart Recorder will immediately EXIT APP Recorder program and then re-start it.
1. In the APP Recorder window, from the Maintenance Menu, select Restart APPRecorder.
2. Recorder will be exited and go Offline.
3. App Monitor will restart APP Recorder within 60 seconds

*CAUTION* The re-initialize command will take the APP Recorder offline for a few
moments.

6.11.9 Rebooting the APP Recorder Program

You can re-boot the APP Recorder program to help with troubleshooting.
When you reboot, power is momentarily cut to the APP Recorder. The computer and all circuit boards will
see a hard power shutdown. Power is cut via a normally closed relay on the data chassis power supply
circuit board. After 9-10 seconds power will return and the system will restart. It takes approximately
1minute and 30 seconds for the system to return to an online state.

Note: Rebooting turns off the entire APP Recorder machine. Re-initializing only restarts the
APP Recorder software.

*CAUTION* The APP Recorder will be offline during the restart period.

 To Re-Boot the APP Recorder Program

In the APP Recorder window, from the Maintenance menu, click Reboot. You can also reboot by
pressing F9 anytime except when offline (e.g. when displaying oscope).

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6.11.10 Reserving Memory and Defragging the Data Drive
Occasionally, you may need to reserve memory and/or defragment the data hard drive remotely. Reserving
memory or defragmenting the hard drive will take up considerable CPU time (hours) and once started, you
will be unable to stop these processes remotely.

*CAUTION* Perform these functions only if there is little or no likelihood of a fault

for 2 to 24 hours.

 To Reserve Memory
1. Make sure Sampling tab is set as desired.
2. Go to Chassis tab. Create a temporary Chassis Configuration that contains the number of analog
channels you want to reserve memory for plus add 10% more channels than actual channels
present.

*CAUTION* We recommend keeping 30% or more hard drive space available for
other computer operations

3. In the APP Recorder window, from the Maintenance menu, click Reserve Memory.
A Warning message appears.
4. Click Yes.
5. To check if the reserve memory process is finished, look at the APP Recorder trace file. In this
file, the message, “Begin Reserve Memory” appears when the reserve memory process starts. The
message, “End Reserve Memory” appears when the process finishes. For information, see
Viewing Trace Files.
6. Reserve memory is done to allocate designated space on the computer hard drive for continuous
recording. Reserving memory helps eliminate disk fragmentation over time. A disk defrag should
be done after reserving memory.
 To Perform a Defrag Analysis, Defrag the Data Drive, and View the Results
1. In the APP Recorder window, from the Maintenance menu, click Run Defrag Analysis on
Data Drive.
2. After viewing the results, do you want to defrag the data drive?
 If yes, continue with step 3.
 If no, you are finished with this procedure.
3. From the Maintenance menu, click Defragment Data Drive….
A confirmation window appears.
4. Click the Yes button.
5. Wait a minute or two.
6. From the Maintenance menu, click Show Defragment Status.

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6.12 Continuous Recording
You can enable or disable continuous recording in the Point Assignment Record. Two types of continuous
recording can be enabled:
 A combination of continuous RMS, Frequency, and Phase. You enable or disable these three
choices together. They have a 99-day maximum circular buffer. You can view these types of
continuous recording in near real-time in the APP Recorder window.

Note: Phase angle is shown relative to a selected channel.

 Continuous oscillography recording. This has a 99-day maximum circular buffer however, 15
days is more practical and depends on the number of analog channels and hard drive size.

Figure 43: Continuous Recording Menu

6.12.1 Viewing the Continuous Recording Status Window

You can verify that the APP Recorder is actively calculating quantities and saving data by viewing the
status window. The APP Recorder stores the continuous oscillography data and calculated RMS,
Frequency, and Phase quantities in the following folders:
 {C:, D:}\APP Recorder\Data\OsclgrDatq
 {C:, D:}\APP Recorder\Data\RmsData
 {C:, D:}\APP Recorder\Data\FreqData
 {C:, D:}\APP Recorder\Data\PhaseData
Trend files are created in the RmsData and FreqData Folders as well. COMTRADE files are created for
the Trend files automatically every 10 minutes.

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 To View the Continuous Recording Status Window
In the APP Recorder window, from the Continuous Recording menu, click Show Status Window.
The following window appears.

Figure 44: Continuous Recording Status Window

6.12.2 Saving Oscillograph Data

You can save a time slice of data to a file. You can open and view the file with the APP ClearView
program. In the APP Recorder window, from the Continuous Recording menu, point to
Oscillograph and then click “Save Oscillograph Data…”. The following window appears.

Figure 45: Time Slice Entry Window

 To Save Frequency Data
1. In the APP Recorder window, from the Continuous Recording menu, point to Frequency and
then click Save Freq. Data.
MAX File Size, Enter the file size in Megabytes for the file size you wish to allow. Typically, you
want to make the file size large enough to capture full record resolution. The continuous
oscillography in normally recorded at 16 samples per cycle. So increase the file size until the
“#samples/cycle = 16” (see bottom of the window in Error! Reference source not found.). The
ame is true for the other continuous recording types. If the file size entered results in a number of
samples/cycle less than full resolution, then data samples will be reduced equally throughout the
record length. This may result in an unusual looking wave form.
2. Complete the fields and click OK.

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6.12.3 Saving Frequency Data
You can save a time slice of data to a file. You can open and view the file with the APP ClearView
program.

Figure 46: Save Freq Data File

Continuous frequency is calculated using a sliding window. A single frequency data point is calculated
using 5000 data samples (total cycles/time). At a recording rate of 600Hz it will take 8 seconds to obtain
the first data point. Thereafter, a point is calculated every X cycles (X is the user entered cycles/point value,
see Point Assignment Record) but still using 5000 data points.
 To Save Frequency Data
1. In the APP Recorder window, from the Continuous Recording menu, point to Frequency and
then click Save Freq. Data.
2. Complete the entry fields
3. Trend Check Box, checking the Trend box will create a Frequency Comtrade file for all
channels or specified channels, including a Maximum, Minimum, and Average Voltage value for
each interval over the period indicated.

Do you want to capture frequency data over a period of time, contingent on the number of days set
in the PAR General Settings tab, Continuous Recording Freq + RMS + Phase, # of Days, , and
maintain a manageable file size?
 If yes, click the Trend check box and enter an interval in minutes typically 1 minute is used. At
the bottom of the window, you can see the expected file size and the effect of interval minutes
selected.
 If no, then skip to the next step
4. Click OK.

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6.12.4 Saving RMS Data
You can save a time slice of RMS data to a file. You can open and view the file with the APP ClearView
program.
 To Save RMS Data
1. In the APP Recorder window, from the Continuous Recording menu, point to RMS and then
click Save RMS Data
2. Complete the entry fields
3. Trend Check Box, checking the Trend box will create an RMS Comtrade file for all channels or
specified channels, including a Maximum, Minimum, and Average Voltage value for each Interval
over the period indicated.

Do you want to capture frequency data over a period of time, contingent on the number of days set
in the PAR General Settings Tab, Continuous Recording Freq + RMS + Phase, # of Days, , and
maintain a manageable file size?

 If yes, click the Trend check box and enter an interval in minutes typically 1 minute is used.
At the bottom of the window, you can see the expected file size and the effect of interval
minutes selected.

 If no, then skip to the next step

4. Click the OK button

6.12.5 Saving Phase Data

You can save a time slice of data to a file. You can open and view the file with the APP ClearView
program. You can also change the relative phase angle that is shown APP Recorder main window
(continuous metering window).
 To Save Phase Data
1. In the APP Recorder window, from the Continuous Recording menu, point to Phase and then
click Save Phase Data.
2. Complete the entry fields
3. Click the OK button.

6.12.6 Saving RMS-Plus Phase Data

You can save a time slice of data that contains both continuous RMS values and continuous Phase values
to a file. You can open and view the file with the APP ClearView program. The data is displayed in
channel sequential order.

*IMPORTANT* If you created a line group, then you can view power and impedance graphs for this
data time slice..

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 To Save RMS-Plus Phase Data
1. In the APP Recorder window, from the Continuous Recording menu, point to RMS Plus Phase
and then click Save RMS Plus Phase Data.
2. Complete the entry fields
3. Click the OK button.

6.13 Using Other Tools

The Tools menu contains additional tools for the APP Recorder.

Figure 47: Tools Menu Window

6.13.1 Startup and Running the APP Monitor

APP Recorder can be set up to automatically start when the computer restarts and using APP Monitor to
automatically start if APP Recorder is shutdown. When APP Monitor is running, APP Recorder will restart
within 60 seconds of being closed. This is important to ensure no manual intervention is required to
maintain APP Recorder operation.
Configuring APP Recorder and APP Monitor
In the APP Recorder window, from the Tools menu, click Windows Logon & Startup
The following window appears.

Figure 48: Windows Logon & Startup

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 1. In the User: box, type the user name for the Windows logon of the APP Recorder.
2. In the Password: box and the Confirm Password: box, type the password for the Windows logon
of the APP Recorder. If no Windows password is set, leave this field blank.

Note: The user name and password must match the Windows account settings.

3. Do you want the APP Recorder to automatically logon to windows when the computer starts?

 If yes, then select the Auto Logon check box.

 If no, then skip to the next step.
4. Do you want the APP Monitor to automatically start when you run the APP Recorder
(recommended)?

 If yes, then select the APP Monitor check box.

 If no, then skip to the next step.
5. Do you want the SpeedFan to automatically start when you run the APP Recorder as an
application?

Note: Speedfan is required for the PC Health Alarm to function due to Hard Drive Temperature
and is required for monitoring Drives with a RAID drive configuration.

 If yes, then select the Speedfan check box.

 If no, then skip to the next step.

6. Click OK.
7. Shutdown and restart Windows
8. Ensure APP Recorder automatically starts when Windows comes back up, if APP Monitor was
selected.

6.13.2 Network Path Logon

Figure 49: Network Path Logon

This feature is used to automatically log the DFR onto a network drive at APP Recorder Startup or is
reinitialized. Fill in the fields shown to achieve connectivity to the desired network drive. To see if
connection has been established, go to Windows Directory and see if the desired drive is shown and/or
accessible. This feature is in lieu of writing your own batch file that launches when the DFR computer
starts.

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6.13.3 Configuring a DNP3/Modbus Outstation
 Configuring DNP-3 or Modbus Protocol
You can configure a DNP3 or Modbus outstation for the APP-601 Recorder. The APP-601 Recorder
provides the following information through DNP-3 and Modbus:
1. Analog Channel RMS
2. Analog Channel Frequency
3. Analog Channel Phase
4. Event Channel Status
5. Fault Location

NOTE: The analog channel frequency and phase are obtained by asking for an extended range
of the analog information. The information needed for DNP-3/Modbus master to translate
the data after received is located in the file RxxDnp3.txt in setup folder of the recorder.
This file is generated by the APP-601 Recorder automatically.

DNP-3/Modbus Prerequisites
You can configure a DNP3 or Modbus outstation only if the DNP-3/Modbus check box in the Point
Assignment Record/General Settings has been selected. Additionally, to generate data to output via DNP-
3/Modbus, the extended recording and continuous recording features must be enabled. You can enable
these on the General Settings tab: Recorder Setup tab in the Point Assignment Setup window.
 Configuring DNP-3
1. In the APP Recorder window, from the Tools menu, click DNP3/Modbus Config..
The following window appears.

Figure 50: DNP-3/Modbus Configuration Window (DNP-3)

2. In the Protocol field, select the protocol DNP-3.

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 3. In the This Station ID box, type the Recorder ID, which was setup in the Recorder Configuration
window. For information on setting the Recorder ID, see Configuring the Main Configuration
Settings.
4. From the COM list, select the desired communication port.
5. Are you using an RS232 port or a TCP/IP network protocol?
 If you are using a RS232 port, select RS232, then from the Baud Rate list select a baud rate
that will work with your RTU.
 If you are using a TCP/IP, select Network, then enter the port number.
5. Sending analog floating points on Class 0: Check this box if you want to send values converted
to Floating Point instead of HEX values to the RTU. Otherwise, for the RTU to receive HEX leave
unchecked.
6. From the menu bar, click Save.
The APP-601 Recorder accepts the DNP-3 objects and variations shown in the following table.

Table 13: DNP-3 Objects and Variations

Object Variation Description Request Request Response Response

Function Qual Function Qual
Codes Codes Codes Codes
(dec) (Hex) (dec) (Hex)

1 1 Binary Input 1 06 129

2 2 Binary Input 1 06 129 28

Change with
Time
30 4 16-Bit 1 06, 01, 28 129 01, 28
Analog Input
without Flag
60 1 Class 0 Data 1 06 129 01
100 1 Short 1 06, 01, 28 129 01, 28
Floating
Point

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 Configuring Modbus
1. In the APP Recorder window, from the Tools menu, click DNP3/Modbus Config.
The following window appears.

Figure 51: DNP-3/Modbus Configuration Window (Modbus)

2. In the Protocol field, select the protocol Modbus

3. In the This Station ID box, type the Recorder ID, which was setup in the Recorder Configuration
window. For information on setting the Recorder ID, see Configuring the Main Configuration
Settings.
4. From the COM list, select the desired communication port.
5. Are you using an RS232 port or a TCP/IP network protocol?

 If you are using a RS232 port, select RS232, then from the Baud Rate list select a baud rate
that will work with your RTU.
 If you are using a TCP/IP, select Network, then enter the port number. The standard port is
502 for Modbus.
6. From the menu bar, click Save.
APP-601 Recorder accepts the Modbus Function Codes as shown in Table-14.
Table 14: Modbus Function Codes
Recorder Function
Function Modbus Function
Code Name

2 Read Discrete Input Binary Input

4 Read Input Registers 16-Bit Analog Input

6.13.4 To Configure a DNP3/Modbus Outstation Point Mapping TAB

 Click Point Mapping Tab
The Point Mapping Tab allows you to limit the records sent to the RTU. You can limit the channels for
RMS, Frequency and Phase, as well as limit the Lines provided for Fault Location.

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 If the Point Mapping table is empty, only analog channels RMS, and no frequency, phase or fault
location will be sent, and the order for analog channels will be analog channel 1, 2, 3 and so on. If the
table is not empty, then only the ones on the table will be sent and according to the order on the table.
For fault location, the unit is in miles and is multiplied by 10 for 16-bit analog input. For example, a fault
location of 24.6 miles will be represented by 246. The fault location can be configured to be reset to 0 in
number of minutes or never reset until next valid fault location has arrived.

Figure 52: Point Mapping

1. Right click in the open screen to get mapping menu

 Select one of the four options for adding Channels or lines to the mapping.
 Analog Channels for RMS
 Analog Channels for Frequency
 Analog Channels for Phase
 Lines for Fault Location

Each record will be labeled with a number and type: R=RMS, F=Frequency, P=Phase, L=Line
2. Order the list by selecting one or more and click Move Up or Move Down.
3. Remove from the list by selecting one or more and click Delete.
4. You can save a Text File of the list by clicking Save Point Map as Text then browsing to the
folder you want and type a name and click OK.
 To View the DNP3/Modbus Communication Status
You can view the DNP3 communication status while the APP Recorder is running.
1. In the APP Recorder window, from the Tools menu, click DNP3. The DNP-3/Modbus
Configuration Window appears as shown in Figure 50.
2. From the menu bar, click Show Status. The window appears, as shown in the following figure.

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 Figure 53: DNP-3/Modbus Status Window

6.13.5 Emailing a Fault Summary Record

You can email a Fault Summary record at any time to those email addresses that you configured to receive
it. For information on setting up these email addresses, see Configuring Email SettingsError! Reference
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Note: The Fault Summary record is sent to all of the configured email addresses.

 To Email a Fault Summary record

In the APP Recorder window, from the Tools menu, click Email FSum.
The Fault Summary record is immediately sent.

6.13.6 Showing the Email Settings Window

Email configuration settings, including the list of recipients who receive Fault Summary Reports, are
centrally managed in the Email Settings window. You can access this window when you configure the APP
Recorder (Edit menu, Configuration menu option). A more direct route is to access the Email Settings
window directly from the Tools menu.
 To Show the Email Settings Window
In the APP Recorder window, from the Tools menu, click Show Email Window.
The Email Settings window appears. For information on these settings, see Configuring Email
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6.13.7 FTP a Fault File

A fault file contains an individual fault record.
If a Fault file is stalled in the FTP buffer, you can manually send it via FTP to the host directory. The APP
Recorder uses the FTP settings that you configured. For information on the FTP configuration settings, see
Configuring FTP Settings on page 6-23.
 To FTP a Fault File
In the APP Recorder window, from the Tools menu, click FTP Fault File.
The file is immediately sent.

6.13.8 Show FTP Window

FTP configuration settings are centrally managed in the FTP Settings window. You can access this window
when you configure the APP Recorder (Edit menu, Configuration menu option). A more direct route is to
access the FTP Settings window directly from the Tools menu.

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 To Show the FTP Settings Window
In the APP Recorder window, from the Tools menu, click Show FTP Window.
The FTP Settings window appears. For information on the FTP configuration settings, see Configuring
FTP Settings on page 6-23.

6.13.9 Configuring a DSP Board’s Ethernet and IP Address Settings

Before an APP-601 Recorder leaves the factory, each of its DSP/IRIG boards is programmed with an
Ethernet Address, IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Default Gateway. In a centralized or turn-key system, it is
highly unlikely the Ethernet or IP Addresses will ever need to be changed. However, if the factory ships an-
add on Data chassis for a distributed architecture system and does not know the location of the installation,
you will need to program the appropriate DSP Ethernet Address and IP Address upon receipt.

Examples of Ethernet and IP Addresses

The Ethernet and IP addresses should increase by an increment of 1 for each successively installed Data
chassis. For example:
Computer Control Chassis (Typical)
IP Address: 195.168.3.220
Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
1st Data Chassis (Typical)
Ethernet Address = 1-35-69-86-120-2
IP Address = 195.168.3.2
Subnet Mask = 255.255.255.0
Default Gateway = 195.168.3.220
2nd Data Chassis (Typical)
Ethernet Address = 1-35-69-86-120-3
IP Address = 195.168.3.3
Subnet Mask = 255.255.255.0
Default Gateway = 195.168.3.220
3rd Data Chassis (Typical)
Ethernet Address = 1-35-69-86-120-4
IP Address = 195.168.3.4
Subnet Mask = 255.255.255.0
Default Gateway = 195.168.3.220
The same pattern would be followed for additional Data chassis.

*Caution* Duplicating an IP Address on two Data Chassis could cause the DSP
Board to need repair if left in conflicting state too long.

*WARNING* See Installation Section on page 3-1, for proper installation and
chassis power up instructions. Ensure that any newly installed
chassis are earth grounded before powering up.

 To Configure a DSP Board’s Ethernet and IP Address Settings

1. Disconnect any Ethernet cable plugged into the DSP RJ45 connector.
2. Connect an APP-provided programming cable from the computer control chassis RS232 port
(which is usually COM1) to the 6-pin Mini-Din on the DSP circuit board.
Note: If the programming cable will not reach from the DFR computer to the desired DSP
board, you can also make the change from APP ClearView, which can run on your
laptop.

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 In this case, start the APP ClearView program, connect the programming cable between
your laptop (COM 1) and the DSP board, click on Tools, and then click on DSP Board’s
Ethernet Settings. A physical connection should be established and you will be able to
make the necessary settings changes. If a connection is not established, verify that your
laptop and the setting on the DSP Board’s Ethernet Settings are set to the same Com
Port (usually COM 1).

3. Verify that the Data chassis is powered on.

4. In the APP Recorder window, from the Tools menu, click DSP Board’s Ethernet Settings.
The following window appears.

Figure 54: DSP Board Setup Window

5. DSP Board check boxes; Auto Negotiate (Auto Neg), 100 Mbit, and Full Duplex. These are to
configure physical connectivity parameters to the APP Recorder or to a communications device
(switch). Auto Neg is the default setting and is used when connected directly to the APP Recorder
computer or to an APP Engineering supplied switch. Customer specified programmable switches
not set to Auto Negotiate may need to check the 100Mbit and Full Duplex options to successfully
communicate with the switch.
6. Make the necessary updates to the address fields. See Examples of Ethernet and IP Addresses on
page 6-52 for more information.

7. Click Update.

*CAUTION* If you change an IP Address, be sure to enter the new DSP IP Address
in the Point Assignment Record. See Figure 17: Point Assignment
Window’s Chassis Configuration

6.14 Configuring a Phasor Measurement Unit (PMU)

The APP-601 Recorder PMU feature supports the IEEE Standard C37.118-2005 which describes the
functional requirements for PMUs and basic data measurement and verification requirements. For
additional information on the benefits of using PMUs, go to www.naspi.org

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Before you can configure a PMU, you must configure the following information in the Point Assignment
Record:
 Select the PMU check box
 Specify the analog channels
 To Configure the Point Assignment Record for PMU Data
1. In the APP Recorder window, from the Edit menu, point to Point Assignment Record and then
click Edit Record.
The Point Assignment Record window appears.
2. Click the General Settings tab.
3. Click the Recorder Setup tab.
4. Select the PMU check box.
5. From the menu bar, click Save.
A message window appears confirming the save operation.
6. Click the OK button.
7. Click the Analog Channels tab. For more information on how to set up analog channels, see the
APP ClearView Instruction Manual.
 To Configure a PMU
1. From the File menu, click Show Driver then click PMU.
The PMU window appears, as shown in the following figure.

Figure 55: PMU Window

2. Data may be streamed via Ethernet or RS232

3. In the Data Rate box, type the desired data rate. 60 per second is the maximum setting. If you are
streaming many lines and select 60 frames per second, ensure enough network bandwidth is
allocated.

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 4. In the ID box enter an ID number that matches the ID number set in the data concentrator (many
times it is 1.)
5. If streaming by Ethernet select the desired protocol.
a) UDP will stream commands, configuration, and data via UDP
b) UDP_T will stream commands, and configuration via TCP and data via UDP
c) TCP will stream commands, configuration, and data via TCP
d) UDP_U will stream commands via TCP and configuration, data via UDP
In the IP box, type the IP address to where the information will be sent. Default port number for
TCP is 4712 and the default port number for UDP is 4713. Check with your IT or PMU data
concentrator administrator to ensure these are the desired ports.
IP2, if you have a second IP address you want data streamed to in parallel with the primary IP,
Check the box and enter the IP address for IP2.
Allow Any IP, If you want any IP to be able to connect to the recorder click the check box. This
will override the IP and IP2 fields.
6. If you stream information to a data concentrator that needs to connect via RS232 then check mark
RS232 box and make the appropriate settings. For the recorder, go to the Windows device
manager (Ports) to determine which com port is active. The port can change depending on the
computer type and features purchased.
7. Under What to Send, select the appropriate channels for Va, Vb, Vc, Ia, Ib, and Ic. To do this,
click the corresponding pull down menu select the desired channel.

Note: The analog channels that appear here are configured in the
Point Assignment Record.

8. The button opens the list of channels and allows you to select any or all and inserts
them. Select the channels in the correct sequence they should appear.

*CAUTION* When Using Quick Pick to select channels You need to click the check Boxes in
the correct order. Not doing so could result in lost data.

Note: Before you select the channels, be sure that the Point Assignment Record is complete.

9. Specify the sending format by clicking the drop down menu and selecting one of the following:
 If only the positive sequence voltage and positive sequence current should be streamed, select
the sending format set (V1, I1).
 If the phasor for each channel should be sent with the calculated positive sequence voltage
and positive sequence current, select the sending format (Va, Vb, Vc, Ia, Ib, Ic, V1, I1).
 If the phasor for each channel should be sent select (Va, Vb, Vc, Ia, Ib, Ic)
 If the phasor for each channel should be sent with the calculated positive sequence voltage
and positive sequence current, the negative sequence voltage and negative sequence current,
and the zero sequence voltage and zero sequence current select the sending format (Va, Vb,
Vc, Ia, Ib, Ic, V1, I1, V2, I2, V0, I0).
 If the phasor for all channels in the DFR should be sent, select the sending format All Analog
Channels.

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 These values can be sent for several lines. The limit on the number of lines that can be sent is
dependent on the total analog channel count, sampling rates, and system computer selection.

Figure 56: PMU - Sending Format

10. Plus Events check box allows you to add event channels to the PMU to include the state of each
event channel. When you click the Plus Event check box a list of events appears for you to choose
which events to include.

Select the channels and click OK

11. Plus Triggers check box allows you to add trigger channels to the PMU to include the state of
each analog channel. When you click the Plus Triggers check box, a list of the trigger channels
appears for you to select the channels to include.

Select the Channels and click OK

12. Send UTC time, If you want to send the time stamp to the PMU in Coordinated Universal Time
(UTC), click the check box for Send UTC Time. This will not affect the local time stored on the
DFR.

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 13. Are the Va, Vb, and Vc inputs true 3-phase?
 If yes, then select the Use Va to measure frequency check box.
 If no, skip to the next step.
14. Click Update.
The settings are now saved.
15. Click Close.

Note: Clicking Close does not automatically save the settings.

Remember to click Update.

6.15 Viewing the Help and About Information

You can view the online help for the APP Recorder. The About information includes the driver version and
factory contact information.
 To View the Help
In the APP Recorder window, from the Help menu, click Recorder Help.
 To View the About Information
In the APP Recorder window, from the Help menu, click About.

Using the APP Recorder 6-57

7. Using the APP Driver

Using the APP Driver 7-1

7.1 Introduction to the APP Driver
The APP Recorder Driver is the program that manages the physical APP Recorder hardware. You can
access the APP Driver from within the APP Recorder program.
In the APP Driver, you can view communications between the following items:
 The APP Recorder and the APP Driver
 The APP Driver and all the system DSP circuit boards
 The computer control chassis and all the data chassis

7.2 Viewing the APP Recorder Driver Window

 To View the APP Recorder Driver Window
From the APP Recorder window, open the File menu, and click Show Driver.
The APP Recorder Driver window appears.

Figure 57: The APP Recorder Driver Window

The Information area contains the following fields:

 Time Mark
This field displays the absolute times of the 1PPS signal for all the DSP boards. The times are
updated every 30 seconds. If multiple times are displayed, meaning that there are two or more
DSP boards, they should be the same.
 #Packet (Ex)
If extended recoding is enabled, then you can see packet transfers (or data flow) from the DSP
circuit boards to the computer hard drive.
 #Recovery (Ex)
If the extended recording feature is enabled in the Point Assignment Record (General Settings
tab: Sampling tab), then this area will display a running total of the number of times packets had
to be re-sent from the DSP board to the computer hard drive.
 (>65C, C)
The temperatures of the DSP boards are displayed here. In a normal situation, the display may
look something like (0, 45C). The zero indicates that the DSP temperature is below 65C and it is
now 45C. If the temperature on the board is over 65C, the zero will become one. Because the
indicator (0 or 1) is sensed differently than the reading, you can trust that the temperature reading
is correct.

Using the APP Driver 7-2

The bottom tray displays the next fault identification number (FID), the fault date and time, and the sync
status of the fault time.

7.3 Reinitializing the APP Driver

You may need to reinitialize the APP Driver to perform troubleshooting or maintenance.

*CAUTION* During this process the APP Recorder will momentarily go offline.

 To Reinitialize the APP Driver

From the APP Recorder Driver menu bar, click Reinitialize.
The APP Driver is reset and restarted.

7.4 Exiting the APP Driver

Exit the APP Driver window whenever you do not need to view it.
 To Exit the APP Driver Window
In the APP Driver window, click the X in the upper right-hand corner of the window.

Note: The APP Driver is still running in the background

7.5 Doing a Diagnosis

A diagnosis provides a general overview of the health of the Driver.
 To Do a Diagnosis
In the APP Driver window, from the menu bar, click Do Diagnosis.
The results will appear in the upper black area in the information area.

7.6 Performing a Test Run from the APP Driver

You can do a test run from within the APP Recorder or the APP Driver. For more information, see
Performing a Test Run in Section 6.
 To Do a Test Run from the APP Driver
In the APP Driver window, from the menu bar, click Test Run.
The results will appear in the upper black area in the information area.

7.7 PMU
If PMU was selected in the Point Assignment Record General Tab, then the PMU option will appear on the
APP Recorder Driver screen. Clicking PMU will bring up the PMU Configuration Screen. See
Configuring a Phasor Measurement Unit (PMU)
on page 6-53 for more information.

Using the APP Driver 7-3

7.8 Viewing the Help and About Information
You can view the online help for the APP Driver. The information in the About window includes the driver
version and factory contact information.

Note: If the help files do not answer your question(s), please do not hesitate to contact APP
Engineering, Inc. at (317) 536-5300.

 To View the Help

In the APP Driver window, from the Help menu, click Help.
 To View the About Information
In the APP Driver window, from the Help menu, click About.

Using the APP Driver 7-4

8. Using the OScope

Using the OScope 8-1

8.1 Introduction to the OScope
The OScope window is very useful when setting up the APP Recorder for the first time. It allows you to
view real-time analog signals, analog trigger status, event status, and to perform analog channel calibration.

8.2 Viewing the OScope (Oscilloscope) Window

*CAUTION* When you open the OScope window, the APP Recorder automatically
goes offline. Also, remember to exit the OScope function when you
are finished using it. It will not automatically shut down and the APP
Recorder will remain offline for as long as the OScope window is
open.

 To View the OScope Window

1. Do one of the following:
 From the APP Recorder window, from the File menu, click Show OScope.
 From the APP Driver window, from the menu bar, click OScope.
The APP OScope window appears.

Figure 58: OScope Window, Analog Tab

8.2.1 Analog Tab

You can view DC or AC analog signals in the Analog tab (see Figure 58: OScope Window, Analog Tab).
 The X-axis is defined by signal frequency and the desired number of cycles to be displayed. Enter
the number of cycles in the Show #Cycles feild.
 The Y-axis is determined by the Channel Full Scale setting in the Point Assignment Record, and
the Y-scale setting in the upper right hand corner of the OScope window. For more information on
these settings, see Yscale Controls .below

Using the OScope 8-2

8.2.2 Events Tab
The Events tab shows the status of the event channels. An “O” indicates an open contact and an “X”
indicates a closed contact. If the box is green the channel is in a normal state. If the box is red the channel is
in an abnormal state.

Figure 59: Oscope Window, Event Status Tab

8.2.3 Triggers Tab

The Triggers tab indicates which analog channels are in a trip condition:
 Green indicates a normal condition.
 Red indicates a trip condition.
The analog channels that appear here are defined in the Point Assignment Record.

Figure 60: OScope Window, Analog Trigger Status Tab

Using the OScope 8-3

8.2.4 Yscale Controls
In the YScale box, you can select from three options for the Y Scale. The following table describes these
options.
Table 15: OScope Window—Y Scale Options

Option Description

Full Scale If Full Scale is selected, the displayed Y-axis maximum and minimum
will be approximately 70% greater than the channel full scale listed in the
Point Assignment Record.

Abs. Full Scale Abs. Full Scale is short for “absolute full scale”. This value is dependent
on the channel full scale setting, but it reflects the absolute full scale as
defined by the hardware divider and hardware gain circuitry values.
The displayed Y-axis maximum and minimum will be approximately 70%
greater than the channel full scale listed in the Point Assignment Record.
Hardware divider values are limited to 31 choices that range from 0.309 to
954.214 and only apply to voltage inputs.
Hardware gain circuitry values are limited to 16 choices that range from
77.277 to 1024.667 and apply to voltage and current inputs.
Therefore, when you select a full scale value, the software automatically
calculates an absolute full scale value based on the finite hardware
choices. The absolute full scale is the amplitude at which the input signal
will clip.

Optimize If you select Optimize, the Y-axis will automatically adjust to display the
input signal(s) as large as possible.

8.2.5 Meter Controls

In the Meter Controls group, you can indicate whether you want to display the RMS meter value and DC
Offset value in primary or secondary values. The CT and PT multiplying values can be seen in the Point
Assignment Record.

8.2.6 Analog Channel Controls

In the Show Analog Channels group, you can select which chassis and channel number to display. You
can view more than one input signal at a time. If you want to show multiple channels, click the starting
analog channel, then how many sequential channels you would like to view and the number of cycles to
display. You can view up to 14 sequential channels at one time. Channels can only be viewed in sequence.

8.2.7 Run Controls

The Run Controls area in the right hand column contains Run, One Shot, and Stop buttons:
 Click Run to put the OScope in free run and see continuous updates in the display area and in the
meter boxes.
 Click One Shot to perform a one-time update to the display area and meter boxes.
 Click the Stop button to freeze the display and meter boxes.

Using the OScope 8-4

8.2.8 Bottom Tray
The bottom tray shows the chassis number being viewed, the run/stop status of the OScope, the fault timer,
and the sync status of the fault timer. If the sync status is followed by “unknown”, the recorder cannot
detect any IRIG-B input. See Other Information for time quality details.

8.3 Reinitializing the OScope Window

Reinitialize the APP OScope window to restart the OScope and update the Display Window.
 To Reinitialize the OScope Window
In the APP OScope window, from the File menu, click Reinitialize.

8.4 Exiting the OScope Window

When you exit the OScope window, the APP Recorder returns to its normal, online status.
 To Exit the OScope Window
In the APP OScope window, from the File menu, click Exit.

8.5 Editing the Point Assignment Record

You can edit the Point Assignment Record from within the OScope window.
In the APP OScope window, from the Edit menu, click Edit Point Assignment Record.
The Point Assignment Record window appears. For complete details on how to create and edit the
Point Assignment Record, see the APP ClearView Operating Manual.

8.6 Viewing Driver Status

You can view detailed information about the status of a channel, including key messages sent between the
system DSP boards and the system computer.
 To View the Driver Status
In the APP OScope window, from the Status menu, click Show Driver Status.
The DSP Board Communication Status window appears.

Using the OScope 8-5

 Figure 61: DSP Board Communication Status Window

The following table describes the fields that appear in this window.
Table 16: DSP Board Communication Status Window—Fields

Field Description

Time Mark The absolute times of the 1PPS signal for all the DSP boards, are
displayed here. The times are updated every 30 seconds. If multiple
times are displayed, meaning that there are two or more DSP boards,
they should be the same.
#Packet (Extended) If the extended recording feature is enabled in the Point Assignment
Record (General Settings tab: Sampling tab), packet transfers or data
flow, from the DSP circuit boards to the computer hard drive, can be
seen here.
#Recovery (Extended) If the extended recording feature is enabled, this area will keep a
running total of the number of times packets have had to be re-sent
from the DSP board to the computer hard drive.
(>65C,C) The temperatures of the DSP boards are displayed here. In a normal
situation, the display may look something like (0, 45C). The zero
indicates that the DSP temperature is below 65C and it is now 45C. If
the temperature on the board is over 65C, the zero will become one.
Because the indicator (0 or 1) is sensed differently than the reading,
you can trust that the temperature reading is correct.

Using the OScope 8-6

8.7 Viewing Stopped/Abnormal SER Channels
In the APP OScope window, from the Status menu, click Show Stopped/Abnormal SER Channels.
The Stopped/Abnormal SER Channels window appears.

Figure 62: Stopped/Abnormal SER Channels Screen

On the SER Report tab, channels that are in a stopped or abnormal state appear. The following
table explains the letters that appear on this window.
Table 17: SER Report Tab—Letter Values

In this column… This letter… Means this…

State O There is an open contact.

C There is a closed contact.
Normal A The channel is currently in an abnormal
state.
N The channel is currently in a normal state.
Sync U There is an unsynchronized time.

S There is a synchronized time.

If an SER channel is stopped, the word “Stopped” will appear at the beginning of the channel
description. The letter “M” or “A” will also appear with the stop message:
 “M” indicates that the channel has been stopped manually via the Point Assignment Record.
 “A” indicates that the channel stopped automatically.

Note: If an SER channel frequently changes its state, you can configure the Point
Assignment Record to automatically address the issue. On the General Settings
tab in the Point Assignment Record, you can specify the threshold of time for
allowable state changes (in other words, the acceptable amount of time between
state changes). If the SER channel changes its state more frequently than the
acceptable amount, you can configure it to automatically shut down and then to
restart itself after the period of time that you define.

8.8 Advanced Menu

8.8.1 Calibrating and Un-Calibrating All Offsets

You can calibrate the DC offset on every analog channel with a single click or it can be done on a per
channel basis. If the scope function is running, it will automatically stop when you calibrate or un-calibrate
all offsets. Typically, the DC offset calibration is done with NO signals applied to the analog channels.

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This can be done before energizing the lines, while test switches are opened, test blocks pulled, or sliding
links are opened to disconnect field signals.

Note: Before performing an offset calibration or a slope calibration let the system run for
approximately 60 minutes. This will give the electronics time to achieve
temperature stability.

Note: When calibrating, be sure no signal is present by ensuring all Test Switches or
Sliding Links are open.

The time it takes to do an “all offset calibrate” is dependent on the number of channels but is usually less
than 20 seconds. The factory performs an offset calibration, with no signals attached, before a recorder is
shipped to you. After the system is installed and field wires are connected, you should perform
another offset calibration to eliminate the externally induced DC offset or the effects of DC offset
when someone changes an analog channel full scale.
 To Calibrate Channel All Offsets
In the APP OScope window, from the menu bar, click Advanced, then Calibrate All Offsets.
After calibrating all offsets, we recommend reviewing each channel offset by stepping through the
channels in the Show Analog Channels section.

Note: After calibrating, click Run to restart the OScope function.

 To Un-Calibrate All Offsets

To reverse the calibration procedure and delete software correction factors, you can un-calibrate all
offsets.
In the APP OScope window, from the menu bar, click Advanced, then Un-Calibrate All Offsets.

Note: After calibrating, click Run to restart the OScope function.

8.8.2 Setting all Analog Channel Inputs to Zero

You can set all analog channel inputs to zero in order to stop each analog channel input from reaching the
analog board signal acquisition circuitry. You can do this to calibrate internal offsets or to perform
troubleshooting.
 To Set All Analog Channel Inputs to Zero
In the APP OScope window from the menu bar, click Advanced then Set All Analog Channel
Inputs to Zero.

8.8.3 Turning On All Alarms and LEDs

If you need to test the front panel LED’s and alarm outputs, you can turn them all on simultaneously. When
you do this, all of the relay coils will energize and the front panel LED’s should illuminate.
 To Turn On All Alarms and LEDs
1. In the APP Driver OScope window from the menu bar, click Advanced, then Turn On All
Alarms and LEDs.
2. To reset all the alarms and LEDs, from the File menu, click Reinitialize.

Using the OScope 8-8

 To Turn on a specific Alarm by its number
1. In the APP OScope window, from the menu bar, click Advanced, then Turn On All Alarms
and LEDs, then turn on Alarm #.
2. Enter the number of the desired alarm and click OK.

Note: You can use 0 for all off and 8 for all on.

3. To reset all the alarms and LEDs, from the File menu, click Reinitialize.

8.8.4 Rebooting the Driver

You can reboot the Driver by momentarily cutting the power to the computer and all circuit boards. All
instruments will experience a hard power shutdown. Power is cut via a normally closed relay on the Data
chassis power supply circuit board. After 5-10 seconds, power will automatically return and the system will
restart. It takes approximately 1 minute and 30 seconds for the system to return to an online state.
 To Reboot the Driver
In the APP OScope window from the menu bar, click Advanced, then Reboot.

8.9 Calibrating and Un-Calibrating One Channel at a time

8.9.1 Calibrating the DC Offset One Channel at a Time

You can calibrate out the DC offset one channel at a time. If the scope is running, it will automatically stop
and you will need to click Run to restart the scope function.
We recommend calibrating the DC offset with NO signals applied. Before calibrating, notice the DC
offset value. This Value should reduce after the offset calibration. Calibrating each channel takes about 6
seconds.
You can also calibrate all the channels simultaneously (see the beginning of this section).

Using the OScope 8-9

8.9.2 Calibrating and Un-Calibrating Offsets One Channel at a time
If the full scale value for an analog channel is changed, recheck the offset and determine if another offset
calibration is required.

*CAUTION* It is recommended to recalibrate the DC Offset if the full scale value

changes. For a voltage channel, A DC offset of 0.01 to 0.04 should be
achievable. For a current Channel, a DC offset of 0.00 to 0.03 should
be achievable.

The offset calibration process creates a file named RxxExCal.ini in path location C:\APP Recorder\Setup.
The “xx” in the file name is the unique recorder ID number. This is an ASCII file and can be viewed by
doubling clicking it. An example file entry is, A1=0,0.999965. A1 is the analog channel number, 0 is the
offset calibration factor for the DC offset, and 0.999965 is the external calibration factor.
 To Calibrate the DC Offset One Channel at a Time
1. In the Show Analog Channels group in the Analog Channel# box, use the up and down arrows to
enter the analog channel number to be calibrated. Holding the up or down arrow will scroll quickly,
and then click the corresponding OK button.

Figure 63: Show Analog Channels Group

2. Under Calibrate Offset, click the Calibrate button.

The text, “Offset Calibrated” appears under the button when complete.

Figure 64: Calibrate/Un-Calibrate Offset

Note: After calibrating, click Run to restart the OScope function.

 To Un-Calibrate the DC Offset One Channel at a Time

1. In the Show Analog Channels group, in the Analog Channel # box, enter the analog channel
number to be un-calibrated and then click the corresponding OK button.
2. Under Calibrate Offset, click the Un-Calibrate button.
The text, “Offset Calibrated” disappears under the button and no text remains.

8.10 Calibrating Slope (Performing an External Calibration)

The APP Recorder will have accurate un-calibrated analog channels as described in the specifications
section. Therefore, you may not see much improvement in channel accuracy by performing an external
calibration. The calibration process takes only a few seconds.

Note: Ensure that your calibration source or measuring meter is calibrated and has as a
precision accuracy.

Using the OScope 8-10

 *WARNING* Calibration should only be performed by trained, qualified technical
personnel. Never calibrate a system alone. Ensure that another
person is present who knows emergency procedures and is capable
of rendering first aid.

*WARNING* Carefully disconnect station analog input signals from the recorder
before applying a known signal from your calibrated, high-precision,
certified source. Use caution if you are connecting an external
metering device. Be sure to use the proper connecting leads and
equipment.

Note: The following procedure assumes that your known analog signal is connected to a
recorder analog input.

 To Calibrate Slope (Perform an External Calibration)

1. In the APP Recorder window from the File menu, click Show OScope.
The APP OScope window appears.
2. In the Show Analog Channels group in the Analog Channel # box, enter the analog channel
number to be calibrated and then click the corresponding OK button.
3. In the External Calibration Slope group, in the At Secondary box, enter your known accurate
secondary input calibration voltage or current value.

Figure 65: External Calibration (Slope) Group

4. Click the Calibrate button. A warning message may appear saying, “Entered value (xxx.xx) is >10%
different to the measured value (xxx.xx). Do want to continue?”
5. Click Yes to proceed or No to abort the calibration process.
6. Repeat steps 3-5 to calibrate additional channels.
The calibration process creates an ASCII file named RxxExCal.ini in path location
C:\APP Recorder\Setup. The “xx” in the file name is the unique recorder ID number. For example, in the
file name A1=0,0.999965, A1 is the analog channel number, 0 is the internal calibration factor for the DC
offset, and 0.999965 is the external calibration factor.
You can view the file by doubling-clicking it.
The external calibration factor can be reset to 1 by clicking on the “Un-Calibrate” button.

Note: You must click the Stop button before doing a calibration.

Using the OScope 8-11

9. Other Information

Other Information 9-1

9.1 Time Quality
A 4-bit time quality indicator is used by several manufactures of satellite controlled clocks. It is an
indicator of time accuracy or synchronization to UTC and is based on a clock’s internal parameters. Per the
IEEE 1344 standard, the code recommended is by order of magnitude relative to 1(ns). The 1ns basic
reference is adequate to accommodate present industry requirements now and into the foreseeable future.
With present GPS technology at 100ns accuracy level, a 0000 code indicating locked will change to 0011
or a 0100 unlock code. The following table contains the IEEE 1344 quality indicator codes.

*IMPORTANT* APP-601 clock accuracy/alignment with the 1PPS is 0.6 µsec with an
un-modulated IRIG-B input. The accuracy with a modulated IRIG-B
input is 1msec.

If the satellite-controlled clock does not output a time quality code, APP-601 keys off the clocks synch/un-
sync signal. If the clock is synchronized then the fault record tag will show locked. If the clock is un-
synchronized then the fault record tag will show unlocked.
If there is no signal connected to the APP-601 IRIG input, then the fault record tag will display “No
Signal”.
Table 18: IEEE 1344 Time Quality Values

Binary Description

1111 F fault –unknown – clock fail

1011 B 10s
1010 A 1s
1001 9 100ms
1000 8 10ms
0111 7 1ms
0110 6 100µs
0101 5 10µs
0100 4 1µs
0011 3 100ns
0010 2 10ns
0001 1 1ns
0000 0 Normal Operation Clock Locked

Other Information 9-2

Table 19: Time Quality and APP-601 Action

Value From GPS Binary APP-601 Fault APP-601 Loss APP-601 Loss Sync
Clock Record Tag Sync LED Relay Status (coil)
Status

Fault 1111 Fault ON Energized

10s 1011 10s ON Energized
1s 1010 1s ON Energized
100ms 1001 100ms ON Energized
10ms 1000 10ms ON Energized
1ms 0111 1ms OFF Not energized
100µs 0110 100µs OFF Not energized
10µs 0101 10µs OFF Not energized
1µs 0100 1µs OFF Not energized
100ns 0011 100ns OFF Not energized
10ns 0010 10ns OFF Not energized
1ns 0001 1ns OFF Not energized
Normal Operation 0000 Locked OFF Not energized
Clock Locked

9.2 Recommended Maintenance and Calibration

APP Engineering recommends a combination performance-based and time-based maintenance.

9.2.1 Performance-based Maintenance

APP recommends that you complete performance-based maintenance by utilizing the Auto-Polling feature
in ClearView. The auto-polling process retrieves the latest diagnostic or status file for each APP Recorder,
(see Clearview Manual for more on setting up Auto-Polling). The following procedure explains how to
complete the minimum recommended performance-based maintenance procedure.
 To Complete the Minimum Recommended Performance-based Maintenance Procedure
1. In the APP ClearView program running on your master station computer, set the APP ClearView
Configuration to auto-poll all the APP Recorders once per day. This retrieves a Fault Summary
Report and the SER dates.
2. After auto-polling, review the Auto-Transfer Notification Report to ensure that the last received
date is correct and that each APP Recorder is online.
3. The auto-polling process retrieves the latest diagnostic or status file for each APP Recorder. The
Alarm box in the upper right hand corner of the APP ClearView window displays alarms for
APP Recorder. Alarms appear as a red background with the text Alarms On. If an APP Recorder
has an alarm, double-click the Alarm box to see which APP Recorder is in alarm.
4. During normal use of the APP ClearView analysis software, review the analog and digital data to
ensure that there is an acceptable measurement of the power system input values.

Other Information 9-3

9.2.2 Time-based Maintenance
The following table describes the minimum recommended time-based maintenance procedures.
Table 20: Time-based Maintenance Procedures

Chassis Type Comments

APP-501 Computer Once every year, ensure that the fan mounted to chassis rear panel is
Control Chassis functioning properly. Once every two years, run Windows disk defragmenter
“Analyze” and follow Windows Recommendations. You can run the defrag
analysis and defragmenter from the master station computer running APP
ClearView (Maintenance).
Note: If the system is using a solid-state drive, defragmentation does not
need to be done.
APP-601 Computer Once every two years, run Windows disk defragmenter “Analyze” and
Control Chassis follow Windows Recommendations. You can run defrag analysis and
defragmenter from the master station computer running APP ClearView
(Maintenance).
Note: If the system is using a solid state drive, defragmentation does not
need to be done.
APP-601 Data Chassis Calibrate analog channels once every 5 years. See calibrating DC offest and
calibrating Slope

9.3 Recommended Setup for MW Channels

(Using 4ma-20ma Transducer)
To Complete the Recommended Setup for MW Channels
1. Calculate the CT/PT value.
For example, suppose the resistor used with the transducer is 143 ohms and the transducer full
scale is 550MW @ 20ma. In this case, the calculation would be as follows:
4ma (143 ohms) = 0.572V, which needs to equal 0MW
20ma (143 ohms) = 2.860V, which needs to equal 550MW
2.860V – 0.572V = 2.288V
550MW/2.288V = 240.3846 which is the CT/PT that needs to be used in order to display proper
primary values.
2. In the Point Assignment Record for this analog channel, enter w(Mwatt) for the Channel Type.
Then enter 240.384 for the CT/PT value, and enter 5 for the Full Scale value (on the secondary
1MW-1V). Click Save in the Point Assignment window.
3. In the APP Recorder, open the OScope (File menu, Show OScope). View the analog channel that
is being setup for MW.
4. With no signals attached to this MW channel, un-calibrate the offset and the slope.
5. Apply a 0.572VDC signal (representing 4ma, 0MW) and calibrate the offset.
6. Apply a 2.86VDC signal. You should read a primary value of 550MW for this MW channel.

Other Information 9-4

9.4 Recommended Setup for MVAR Channels
(Using 4ma-12ma-20ma Transducer)
 To Complete the Recommended Setup for MVAR Channels
1. Calculate the CT/PT value.
For example, suppose the resistor used with the transducer is 143 ohms and the transducer full
scale is - 400MVAR @ 4ma and +400MVAR @ 20ma. In this case, the calculation would be as
follows:
4ma (143 ohms) = 0.572V, which needs to equal -400MVAR
12ma (143 ohms) = 1.716V, which needs to equal 0 MVAR
20ma (143 ohms) = 2.860V, which needs to equal +400MVAR
2.860V – 1.716V = 1.144V as does 1.716V-0.572V=1.144V
400MVAR/1.144V = 349.650 which is the CT/PT that needs to be used in order to display
proper primary values.
2. In the Point Assignment Record for this analog channel, enter q(MVar) for the Channel Type,
enter 349.650 for the CT/PT value, and enter 5 for the Full Scale value (on the secondary
1V=1MVAR.) Click Save on the Point Assignment window.
3. In the APP Recorder, open the OScope (File menu, Show OScope). View the analog channel that
has been set up for MVAR.
4. With no signals attached to this MVAR channel un-calibrate the offset and the slope.
5. Apply a 1.716VDC signal (representing 12ma, 0MW) and calibrate the offset.
6. Apply a 0.572VDC signal and you should read a primary value of -400MVAR in the offset meter
box. The RMS meter box will read 400MVAR (no negative on RMS).
7. Apply a 2.86VDC signal. You should read a primary value of +400MVAR in the offset meter box.
The RMS meter box will read 400MVAR.

Other Information 9-5

9.5 Recommended Setup for a Current Channel using a 4ma-
20ma Transducer (e.g. measuring generator field current)
To Complete the Recommended Setup
1. Calculate the needed shunt value.
For example, suppose the resistor used with the transducer is 270 ohms (measure with an accurate
meter) and the transducer full scale is 2000A @ 20ma. In this case, the calculation would be as
follows:
4ma (270 ohms) = 1.08V, which needs to equal 0 Amps
20ma (270 ohms) = 5.40V, which needs to equal 2000 Amps
5.40V – 1.08V = 4.32V
thus 4.32V/2000A = 2.16 milliohms which is the shunt value that needs to be used in order to
display proper values.
2. In the Point Assignment Record for this analog channel, enter C(Adc) for the Channel Type. Enter
1 for the CT/PT value, enter 2000 for the Full Scale value (ABS will automatically = 5000), and
enter 2.16 milliohms for the external shunt value. Click Save in the Point Assignment window.
3. In the APP Recorder program, open OScope (File menu, Show OScope). View the analog channel
that is being setup with this transducer.
4. With no signal attached to this transducer channel, un-calibrate the offset and the slope.
5. Apply a 1.08VDC signal (representing 4ma = 0 Amps) and calibrate the DCoffset.
6. Apply a 5.40VDC signal. You should read a value of 2000A for this transducer current channel.

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9.6 Linux Ubuntu Operating System
The APP-601 Multifunction Recorder using the optional Linux Ubuntu operating system allows users to
incorporate the system into their Linux based structure. The APP Recorder program and APP ClearView
program run inside a Windows shell. The virtual machine software running on the Linux OS is Oracle
Virtual Box. Even though the system is running a Linux Ubuntu operating system, information provided
through this manual is applicable because the APP programs are running inside a Windows virtual
machine.
Note: Unless you are familiar with the Ubuntu software, we recommend staying within the Windows
virtual machine environment.

Figure 66: Linux Ubuntu OS and Virtual Machine Diagram

9.6.1 Viewing Screens

1. After APP Recorder is powered-on, the Ubuntu Linux OS will automatically start along with the
virtual Windows operating system and APP Recorder program.
2. It will take a few minutes for the recorder to go on-line. It is possible for the APP Recorder
program to start up and display information but the front panel lights indicate an off-line status. In
this case, do not do anything. The recorder program will reinitialize and refresh the front panel
lights (this could take up to 2 minutes.)
3. Minimizing the APP Recorder program will reveal the Windows desktop. As normal, you can
move about the Windows environment as discussed in various sections of this manual.
4. To reveal the Ubuntu desktop move the cursor to the top of the screen. A drop down menu will
appear. From the drop down menu hover over the icons on the right and click the one that
displays “Exit Full Screen or Seamless Mode”. You should see the Windows desktop or APP
Recorder program and Ubuntu desktop with icons and tools. Important, unless you are a
network administrator that is well versed with the Linux Ubuntu OS do not make any
Ubuntu changes unless you first contact our engineering department. An incorrect change

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 could take the recorder offline or alter the way APP Engineering Inc. intended the system to
operate.
5. To return to the Windows only view, move the cursor to the top of the screen to reveal a pop down
menu. Click on the “View” choice and select “Switch to Full Screen”.
6. If in the process of completing step four the “Minimize Window” icon was selected, from the drop
down menu, a blank Ubuntu desktop will appear. In this case, move the cursor to the top of the
screen and left mouse click. A populated Ubuntu desktop will appear. Left mouse click on the
Oracle VM Virtual Box icon to return to the Windows desktop and APP Recorder program.

9.6.2 Stopping the APP Recorder Program

1. If the APP Recorder program is exited, it will automatically restart within 1 minute, if
APPMonitor is running. Typically, APPMonitor will be running and is setup to run when
APPMonitor is checked in the Windows Logon and Statup process (see Section 5.3 for more
information).
2. At times it is desirable to stop the APP Recorder program, e.g., when updating the APP Recorder
program locally or doing some maintenance functions. To stop the program, go to the Task
Manager by right clicking on the bottom Windows task bar. After the Task Manager starts, go to
processes and end the APPMonitor process. After exiting (shutting down) the APP Recorder
program, it will remain off.
3. To setup the APP Recorder program so that it automatically starts after being closed, go to the
APP Recorder folder (typically on the root C-drive) and double click on the APPMonitor.exe file.

9.6.3 Shutting Down the Computer Chassis

Do not shut down the computer chassis power until following the steps below, (if possible).
1. Shut down the APP Recorder program. If the program restarts shut it down again (i.e, it is on a
60-second timer that tries to restart the program if it is not running).
2. Click on the Windows “Start” button then select turn off choices.
3. The Ubuntu desktop will appear. Click on the icon in the far upper right hand corner then click
shut down.
4. It is now safe to turn off the input power coming from the 601 data chassis.

9.6.4 Other Information

1. If a USB drive is inserted into the computer, it will not auto detect. To detect the USB drive,
move the cusor to the top of the screen to reveal a pop down menu. Click on “Devices”, then
“USB Devices” and select the USB device to activate. If an Ubuntu “Home Folder Display” pops
up, close the display by clicking on the red X in the upper left hand coner.
2. Holding the ctrl+alt+del keys will not display the Task Manager. To display the Task Manager
right click in the bottom Windows task bar and select Task Manager.
3. Desired security features, settings, and software vary from customer to customer, for this reason
no Windows passwords, Recorder Program Passwords, or Firewalls are enabled at the factory.

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