Www.elspec.biz_PQSCADA_PQS User Manual SMX-0619-0102 V1.1

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Table of Contents

About PQSCADA Enterprise Analysis Software ............................................. 7

PQSCADA Enterprise System ............................................................... 8

PQSCADA Management Studio ............................................................. 9

PQSCADA Server ........................................................................... 10

Installation .................................................................................... 12

System Requirements ..................................................................... 13

Software Requirements .................................................................. 14

Installing the New PQSCADA Software ................................................. 15

Install the New Report Management System .......................................... 18

Upgrading the PQSCADA Management Studio ......................................... 22

Uninstall Previous PQSCADA Management Studio Versions ....................... 23

Installing the New PQSCADA Software............................................... 24

Installing the New Report Management System .................................... 28

Upgrading the Server .................................................................. 32

Upgrading Components ................................................................ 34

Recalculating the Parameters ........................................................ 35

Introduction .................................................................................. 38

View Console ............................................................................... 39

Administration Console ................................................................... 49

Tool Bar..................................................................................... 53

Getting Started ............................................................................... 54

Starting PQSCADA Management Studio ................................................. 55

Components Creation Wizard ........................................................... 58

Component Details ........................................................................ 62

Commence Data Recording .............................................................. 64

Downloading Recorded Data ............................................................... 66

Log Viewer ................................................................................. 67

Force Connection Attempt ............................................................... 69

Schedule Operation ....................................................................... 70

IP Setup ..................................................................................... 72

Folders Setup .............................................................................. 74

Open Incoming Folder .................................................................... 76

Rescan Device Folders .................................................................... 78

Enable / Disable Data Downloading .................................................... 80

Data Processing .............................................................................. 81

Log Viewer ................................................................................. 84

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Force File Parse Attempt ................................................................ 87

Configure Service ......................................................................... 89

Reset PQZIP Files .......................................................................... 93

Folders Setup .............................................................................. 96

Open Incoming Folder .................................................................... 98

Open Bad Files Folder ................................................................... 100

Open Data Backup Folder ............................................................... 102

Enable/Disable Processing .............................................................. 104

Recalculate Data ......................................................................... 106

Swap Phases .............................................................................. 109

Add Factor to Parameters .............................................................. 111

Database ..................................................................................... 113

Log Viewer ................................................................................ 114

Set New Component Database Connection ........................................... 116

Configuration ............................................................................. 118

Re-Index ................................................................................... 122

Delete Log Entries ....................................................................... 123

Database Summary ....................................................................... 124

About PQZIP Upload Manager ............................................................. 126

Using The PQZIP Upload Manager ...................................................... 127

Importing Data ............................................................................ 133

Tasks and Templates ....................................................................... 134

Tasks .......................................................................................... 135

Task Types ................................................................................ 136

Task Triggering ........................................................................... 137

Manually Based Task .................................................................. 138

Schedule Based ........................................................................ 140

Event Based ............................................................................ 142

Add Task ................................................................................... 144

Dynamic Folder Path .................................................................. 146

Add General Export Task ............................................................. 148

PQS Parameter Export Task ................................................................ 155

Adding A Report Task ................................................................. 178

Adding A Fault Location Report Task ..................................................... 187

Adding A FOL Report Task .................................................................. 196

Add An Energy Task ......................................................................... 204

Add A Notification Task .................................................................... 209

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Add A Device Firmware & Configuration Update Task ................................. 215

Rerun Tasks ............................................................................... 221

Modify Tasks .............................................................................. 223

Delete Tasks .............................................................................. 225

Monitoring ................................................................................. 227

Task Log ................................................................................... 229

Terminate Task Execution .............................................................. 231

Templates .................................................................................... 233

Add A Template .......................................................................... 234

Select Events ........................................................................... 236

Select Parameter ...................................................................... 237

Select Event Trigger .................................................................. 238

Define Property Configurations ..................................................... 239

Modify Template ......................................................................... 241

Delete Template ......................................................................... 242

Preferences .................................................................................. 243

General Preferences ..................................................................... 244

Regional Settings Preferences .......................................................... 246

Security Settings ......................................................................... 247

File Upload Settings ..................................................................... 249

Appearance Preferences ................................................................ 250

Maps .......................................................................................... 251

Map Tools .................................................................................. 252

Notifications Viewer ........................................................................ 253

Disable Pop-Up Notifications ........................................................... 255

Components ................................................................................. 257

Server ...................................................................................... 258

Add A Server ........................................................................... 259

Connect to Server ..................................................................... 261

Delete Server .......................................................................... 263

General Server Configuration ........................................................ 264

Automatic Maintenance .................................................................... 265

Logger ......................................................................................... 267

E-Mail ......................................................................................... 268

SMS/Text ..................................................................................... 269

Report Management ......................................................................... 270

Copy Link ..................................................................................... 272

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Site - Description ......................................................................... 274

Add Site ................................................................................. 275

Delete Site.............................................................................. 277

Site - Configuration ................................................................... 279

Name Allocation .......................................................................... 280

Image Selection ........................................................................... 281

Node - Description ....................................................................... 282

Add Node ............................................................................... 283

Remove Node .......................................................................... 287

Node - Configuration .................................................................. 289

General ..................................................................................... 290

Device ...................................................................................... 291

Download Schedule ....................................................................... 292

Parameters ................................................................................ 293

Folders ..................................................................................... 298

Database ................................................................................... 299

Device IP ................................................................................ 300

Open In ....................................................................................... 301

Component Functions ................................................................... 302

Collapse ....................................................................................... 303

Expand ........................................................................................ 304

Moving Components ......................................................................... 305

Upgrade Components ....................................................................... 306

Encryption – About .......................................................................... 307

Install the SSL Certificate ............................................................... 308

Bind the Certificate ...................................................................... 312

Configure PQSCADA to use SSL ......................................................... 314

Change the Communication Binding ................................................... 316

Security - About the Security Module .................................................... 318

Enable the Security Module Locally ................................................... 321

Define the Primary Security Server .................................................... 323

Set User Login Identification ........................................................... 325

User Accounts - About User Accounts ................................................. 326

Create & Add New Users ............................................................. 332

Change User Accounts ................................................................ 335

Tool Tips ..................................................................................... 338

Component Tool Tips .................................................................... 339

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Device Tool Tips .......................................................................... 340

Download Status Tool Tip ............................................................... 341

Data Processing Tool Tips ............................................................... 342

Compliance Tool Tips .................................................................... 343

Database Tool Tips ....................................................................... 344

Video Demonstrations ...................................................................... 345

Troubleshooting ............................................................................. 347

Log Viewer ................................................................................ 355

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About PQSCADA Enterprise Analysis Software

Innovative PQSCADA Enterprise Analysis software enables the operator to view, control,

analyze, and monitor multiple measurement devices simultaneously. Data is accurately

time-synchronized, within and across, Sites. The PQSCADA application is made up of the

following:

PQSCADA Enterprise System

PQSCADA Management Studio

PQSCADA Server

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Note: This drawing depicts the master modules initiating the

communication

The PQSCADA Enterprise System is installed on a personal computer providing unparalleled

data monitoring and analysis functionality for all BLACKBOX devices. (For software

installation instructions, please refer to Installing the PQSCADA Software).

PQSCADA Management Studio: The user interface (GUI) that is used to configure

the PQSCADA Server as well as check status of the components (See PQSCADA

Management Studio).

PQSCADA Server: A windows serviced based application that runs in the

background even when you are not logged in (See PQSCADA Server).

Client Application: Elspec Power Quality Investigator.

MS SQL Storage: database engine: An SQL Database engine used by the PQSCADA

Server to store and process the data.

SEE ALSO



PQSCADA Server

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The PQSCADA Management Studio is a Graphic User Interface console used to communicate with the PQSCADA Server. The PQSCADA Server is a windows service.

The PQSCADA Installation Procedure allows you to install both the PQSCADA Management Studio and the PQSCADA Server (PQS service). In order to stop and/or start the PQS service, you may use the Graphical User Interface (GUI) as below or by accessing the Services through windows configuration.

PQSCADA Management Studio PQS Service

SEE ALSO



PQSCADA Server

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PQSCADA Server

Note: This drawing depicts the flow of data

The PQSCADA server is the heart of the BLACKBOX data management and analysis system.

The main functionality of the PQSCADA server is shown in the figure above and further

described below with corresponding numbered marks:

1. Download: PQSCADA collects all waveform data that has been continuously

recorded in the compressed PQZIP format.

2. Process: The data is processed and organized for quick access and storage. A wide

range of electrical parameters are then calculated based on the raw PQZIP data.

The reorganized PQZIP data, and the calculated parameters with statistics

included, are stored and available on the network for later retrieval.

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3. Deliver: All the electrical information, including event flagging & notifications are

delivered over a number of communication gateways. This feature includes report

exports in various compatible formats such as COMTRADE, PQDIF, CSV, RTF, HTML,

PDF, etc.

4. Visualize: Detailed data can be easily analyzed by any number of clients at any

location. The Investigator Software provides an immediate, comprehensive and

understandable picture of everything that happened within the network.

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Installation

The PQSCADA software is quite simple to install. Of course before any installation can be performed, you must verify that Minimum System Requirements and Software Requirements are met.

There are two installation options:

New Installation: Installing the PQSCADA Software as a new installation

Upgrade: Upgrading. an existing version of PQSCADA

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System Requirements

Regardless of OS:

No. of units CPU RAM Storage

1-3 Later Model Dual

Core 2GB

20-75GB per unit per year,

depending on default Cycle By

Cycle parameter selection 3-5

Later Model Quad

Core 4GB

>5 Contact Support

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Software Requirements

In order to successfully install PQSCADA, you must first install the following software prerequisites on your system:

FOR WINDOWS 7 SP1/SERVER 2008 R2 SP1:

Microsoft .Net Framework 4.0 - A Universal platform developed by Microsoft

that provides identical functions for a variety of languages (C#, Visual Basic,

Java). It is also designed to facilitate development of web applications.

(Enable communication between clients and servers).

FOR WINDOWS VISTA SP2 / SERVER 2008 SP2 / XP SP3 / SERVER 2003 SP2:

All of the above, including:

Microsoft .Net Framework 3.5 SP1 - A Universal platform developed by

Microsoft that provides identical functions for a variety of languages (C#,

Visual Basic, Java). It is also designed to facilitate development of web

applications. (Enable communication between clients and servers).

Windows PowerShell 2.0 - Microsoft's task automation framework, consisting

of a command-line shell and associated scripting language built on top of,

and integrated with the .NET Framework. PowerShell provides full access to

COM and WMI, enabling administrators to perform administrative tasks on

both local and remote Windows systems.

Microsoft Windows Installer 4.5 - Application installation and configuration

service for Windows.

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Installing the New PQSCADA Software

The following procedure describes a new installation of the PQSCADA software application. Prior to Installing the new PQSCADA Software, ensure that your system meet all the Software Requirements. An automated installation is available on the BLACKBOX Disc (enclosed with every unit). For upgrading from a previous version, please refer to Upgrading the PQSCADA Software.

The application’s setup wizard will guide you through the installation process:

1. At the download location on your hard drive select the PQSCADA icon:

2. The Welcome Screen of the installation guide will now open:

3. Select the button to commence the installation process

4. Read & accept the license agreement at “I Agree” & select the button:

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5. The “PQSCADA Components” screen will now open. (Elspec recommends

selecting both components). Select the button:

6. The wizard will now request the location where you would like to install the application. It is recommended to include it on your Hard Drive under an Elspec folder. Either Browse / Type the Location, select the Availability

Option & select the button:

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7. Select the followed by the button, to complete the installation:

PROCEED TO THE NEXT STEP: Install the New Reports Management System.

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Install the New Report Management System

With PQSCADA V4.2.2.2 the PQS Server & Management Studio can be installed independently on two different computers. This increases the flexibility & accessibility of the PQSCADA 4.2. As part of this development the Report System is installed independently from the PQSCADA. This allows the user to effectively manage the reporting system of the entire network. Users simply select & install reports of relevance from any location. The Reports are installed separately from the PQSCADA Management Studio on Elspec's Website. In addition an automated installation is available on the BLACKBOX Disc (enclosed with every unit). After you have installed the new PQSCADA 4.2, you will need to install the new Reports. The following procedure describes the installation process. The installed reports of your choosing can be viewed on the Server's Configuration.

TYPES OF REPORTS:

Fault Location Report

FOL Compliance Report

Chinese Power Quality Report

GOST Report

NRS 048:2 2007 Report

Event Based Compliance Report

Power Quality Report (Prodist)

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INSTALL THE REPORTS VIA THE BLACKBOX DISC:

In Step 4 of the Installation Process simply select the report of your choosing

that you wish to install:

The installation process will automatically run. The installed reports can be

viewed on the Report Management's tab within the Server's Configuration.

INSTALL THE REPORTS FROM ELSPEC'S WEBSITE:

After you have downloaded the Report Module from Elspec's Website, select

the Type of Report you wish to install:

Run the "exe" option in the folder:

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The Welcome Screen of the installation guide will now open:

Select the button to commence the installation process

Read & accept the license agreement at “I Agree” & select the button:

The wizard will now request the location where you would like to install the Report & you can choose either option:

□□ Default - Hard Drive under an Elspec folder

□□ Preferred Location - As the Reports is independent installations you’ll need to

configure the Report Path:

Select the button:

Select the twice followed by the button, to complete the installation:

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The installed reports can be viewed on the Report Management's tab within the

Server's Configuration.

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Upgrading the PQSCADA Management Studio

The upgrade procedure consists of the following steps in order:

1. Uninstalling PQSCADA Management Studio

2. Installing the new PQSCADA Management Studio

3. Installing the New Reports Management System

4. Upgrading the Server

5. Upgrading Components

In most cases it is unnecessary to Enable downloading or Enable Data Processing of an

imported node. The node will continue to function in the same state as it was left from

the previous version of PQSCADA.

6. Re-calculating Parameters (optional)

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Uninstall Previous PQSCADA Management Studio Versions

Uninstalling the existing version of the PQSCADA is the first step to upgrade the software.

1. Access your Start Menu,

2. Select: Elspec PQSCADA Uninstall

PROCEED TO THE NEXT STEP: Installing the PQSCADA Software.

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Installing the New PQSCADA Software

After you have Uninstalled the previous PQSCADA version, you will need to install the new

PQSCADA version from anew. The following procedure describes the PQSCADA installation

process. An automated installation is available on the BLACKBOX Disc (enclosed with every

unit).

NOTE NOTE NOTE

The PQSCADA 4.2 & later versions, support a new Report System that is installed

independently after you have installed the new PQSCADA V4.2.2.2. All tasks related to

report tasks, therefore needs to be reconfigured from anew. Ensure that you backup

your Database prior to installing the new version in order not to lose previous data.

The application’s setup wizard will guide you through the installation process:

1. At the download location on your hard drive select the PQSCADA Icon:

2. The Welcome Screen of the installation guide will now open:

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3. Select the button to commence the installation process

4. Read & accept the license agreement at “I Agree” & select the button:

5. The “PQSCADA Components” screen will now open. Elspec recommends selecting both

components. Select the button:

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6. The wizard will now request the location where you would like to install the

application. It is recommended to include it on your Hard Drive under an Elspec folder.

Either Browse / Type the Location, select the Availability option & select the

button:

7. Select the followed by the button, to complete the

installation:

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PROCEED TO THE NEXT STEP: Install the New Reports Management System.

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Installing the New Report Management System

With PQSCADA V4.2.2.2 the PQS Server & Management Studio can be installed

independently on two different computers. This increases the flexibility &

accessibility of the PQSCADA 4.2. As part of this development the Report System is

installed independently from the PQSCADA. This allows the user to effectively

manage the reporting system of the entire network. Users simply select & install

reports of relevance from any location. The Reports are installed separately from

the PQSCADA Management Studio on Elspec's Website. In addition an automated

installation is available on the BLACKBOX Disc (enclosed with every unit). After you

have installed the new PQSCADA 4.2, you will need to install the new Reports. The

following procedure describes the installation process. The installed reports of your

choosing can be viewed on the Server's Configuration.

NOTE NOTE NOTE

Prior to installing the new PQSCADA V4.2.2.2 & the new Report Management System all

tasks related to report tasks, needs to be reconfigured from anew. Ensure that you

backup your Database prior to installing the new PQSCADA version in order not to lose

previous data.

The Report Management supports:

TYPES OF REPORTS:

Fault Location Report



GOST Report




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INSTALL THE REPORTS VIA THE BLACKBOX DISC:

In Step 7 of the Upgrading Process simply select the report of your choosing

that you wish to install:

The installation process will automatically run. The installed reports can be viewed

on the Report Management's tab within the Server's Configuration.

INSTALL THE REPORTS FROM ELSPEC'S WEBSITE:

After you have downloaded the Report Module from Elspec's Website, select

the Type of Report you wish to install:

Run the "exe" option in the folder:

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The Welcome Screen of the installation guide will now open:

Select the button to commence the installation process

Read & accept the license agreement at “I Agree” & select the button:

The wizard will now request the location where you would like to install the Report & you can choose either option:

□□ Default - Hard Drive under an Elspec folder

□□ Preferred Location - As the Reports is independent installations you’ll need to

configure the Report Path:

Select the button:

Select the twice followed by the button, to complete the installation:

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The installed reports can be viewed on the Report Management's tab within the

Server's Configuration.

PROCEED TO THE NEXT STEP: Upgrading the Server.

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Upgrading the Server

Double click the PQSCADA icon on your desktop:

The Main menu appears with the existing Server offline. (In order to add a new server, please refer to Getting Started) Right click at Server is offline, then select Upgrade / Upgrade All:

PQS Server has been updated and brought online with a Site and Node attached that may require an upgrade:

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PROCEED TO THE NEXT STEP: Upgrading Components

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Upgrading Components

We recommend that you upgrade all sites and nodes together for each server; however

you may choose to upgrade them individually as well. As shown below Elspec Site & Elspec

Node appears but is not yet upgraded or active.

To upgrade all sites and nodes for a server, right click the server (Test server in our example), then select Upgrade / Upgrade All:

The Site (Elspec Site) and Node (Elspec Node) have been upgraded and now appear under PQS Server:

PROCEED TO THE NEXT STEP: Recalculating Parameters (Optional)

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Recalculating the Parameters

This optional step allows you to recalculate any parameter(s) for a stipulated

period. For example apart from IEC 61000-4-30 Class A parameters that has

been included for PQSCADA 4.0 & later versions, the latest version PQSCADA

4.2 includes Class A parameters for Current previously only calculated for

Voltage. You may therefore need to recalculate these parameters.

NOTE NOTE NOTE

We recommend that you perform this procedure only when necessary,

since it can take up a considerable amount of time (approximately two

weeks to calculate one year’s worth of data). Prior to following this

procedure configure the necessary Parameters in Node Configuration.

In addition refer to the table below as a further guide:

Upgrading from Version to

Version

Changed/Added Parameters*

4.1 > 4.2 New Additions - Cycle by Cycle:

In Waveforms - Crest Factor

In Statistics - Frequency Cycle by

Cycle

New Additions - Class A:

In Inter-Harmonics - Phasors

4.0 > 4.1 Improvement in the Cycle-by-cycle Frequency

DC Included in all Parameters

Power Factor included

3.3.0.13 > 4.0 IEC 61000-4-30 Class A Parameters Included

DC Included in most Parameters

Unbalance parameters

3.2.0.40 > 3.3.0.13 None

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3.1.4.5->3.2.0.40 Unbalance parameters

Idc harmonic

3.1.1.0->3.1.4.5 All the parameters in single phase systems


Idc

* All other parameters will have the same values after recalculation

PROCEDURE TO RECALCULATE THE PARAMETERS:

1. From the PQSCADA main menu, right click the desired Node in the Data

Processing column:

2. Select Recalculate data. The Recalculate Node Data screen appears:

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3. Set the desired start and end time.

4. Click .

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Introduction

The PQSCADA user interface screen is comprised of three distinct sections; the

Tool Bar, Status Bar, and the Main Viewing Area. The Tool Bar contains certain

specific functional icons specific to the active console. Two different viewing

Consoles are available; View Console and Administration Console. The main

viewing area contains all of the Sites / Nodes, Tasks, Templates, Map & PQZIP

Upload Manager for the grid.

SEE ALSO:

View Console

Administration Console

Tool Bar

TUTORIAL DEMONSTRATION:

We have created the following collection of Flash Video Tutorial

Demonstration(s) that may be opened with Internet Explorer or any flash

player available on your system.

For A Video Demonstration of the PQSCADA User Interface.

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View Console

The View mode is divided into two sections - the Top Section & Status Bar. By

selecting the buttons on the Top Section you either access directly the Sites /

Nodes, Tasks, Templates, Map & PQZIP Upload Manager:

TOP SECTION ACCESS:

Refresh: To reset the Sites and Nodes if for some reason connection is lost.

NODES/SITES:

This selection allows you to view and modify only the active Sites & Nodes:

TASKS:

This selection allows you to view and modify active Tasks/Templates

associated with the Sites:

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MAP:

A feature which enables you to visually manage the locations of nodes

contained within a site by dragging the nodes within the Site MAP and

placing them at relevant locations onto a site illustration or image. For

more on Maps:

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PQZIP UPLOAD MANAGER:

PQSCADA V4.2.2.2 & later versions allows for the PQS Server & Management

Studio to be installed on two different computers. With the PQSCADA V 4.2

you can now upload PQZIP files from a different folder location other than

the incoming folder to any selected Node. Meaning PQZIP files located on

the PQS Server's incoming folder / PQZIP files recorded by other BLACKBOX

devices can now be uploaded in this manner. This feature allows you to

manage & control the uploading process of PQZIP compressed files – see

PQZIP Upload Manager:

STATUS BAR:

The Status Bar is divided into 5 columns & functions can be performed only for

the Components:

By selecting any component Server, Site or Node you can perform various

functions within each column by a simple right-click of your mouse:

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STATUS BAR FUNCTIONS:

COMPONENTS COLUMN:

In this column you may view all the Components including Tool Tips on

moving your mouse over the component. You may also Configure the

Component directly, by double-clicking on your selection. You may also

perform the following actions:

For the Server: You can Expand, Collapse, Refresh (resets in the event

the connection is lost), Copy a Link, Connect, Disconnect, Change the

Communication Binding, Login, Logout, Add a Site, View the Log, access

the User Manager (only with Security Enabled), View Notifications,

Configure the Server & Delete the Server.

For a Site: You can Expand, Collapse, Refresh your view, Add a Node,

Add a Site, View the Log, View Notifications, Configure the Site &

Delete the Site.

For a Node: You may Refresh (resets in the event the connection is

lost), View the Log, Configure the Node & Delete the Node.

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NOTE NOTE NOTE

Login & Logout will feature only when the Security Module has been

enabled. Please see Encryption & the Security Module.

DEVICE IP COLUMN:

This column provides access to a specific Node’s Device IP settings. You may

perform the following actions:

Open the Device in the Web Browser

Open the Device in the FTP

Access the Device IP Setup, where you may Configure the Device

DOWNLOADING COLUMN:

This column provides control over the downloading process of PQZIP files

from the BLACKBOX unit into the PQSCADA Server. The PQSCADA Server

system is responsible for collecting continuous data (PQ Zip files) from a

connected device. When the device is connected (wired or wireless), the

PQSCADA server checks for any new data availability using an FTP

communication Protocol. By default the downloading process is disabled, in

order to commence the download select the applicable Node right click

select Enable. You may also perform the following actions:

Refresh: Will update you on the Data Downloading status for the

Node(s)

Log Viewer: The Log Viewer enables you to see specific information

related to log entries with varying levels of importance

Force Connection Attempt (only relevant after the device is enabled):

Force Connection Attempt allows you to manually download files

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from the device to PQSCADA without waiting for the next automatic

download attempt

Schedule Operation: Allows you to configure & set a schedule for

downloads

IP Setup: Provides access to configure the device's IP settings

Folders Setup: This action provides direct access to set the Node’s

incoming, backup & bad folder(s) size limits

Open Incoming Folder: With this action it is possible to view all

imported PQZIP files that are waiting to be processed

Rescan Device Folders: This action resets the PQZIP folder cache &

generate a full folder scan on this device

DATA PROCESSING COLUMN:

In this column you may perform various actions directly related to the PQZIP

data processing engine. Actions that you may perform within this column:

Refresh: Will update you on the Data Processing status for the Node(s)



Force File Parse Attempt: Force Connection Attempt allows you to

manually download files from the device to PQSCADA without waiting

for the next automatic download attempt

Configure Service: This option will allow you to directly Configure

Parameters for the Node, without having to go through Node

Configuration

Reset PQZIP files: This function allows you to select and sort the

imported PQZIP files & to re-download the processed files

Folders Setup: This action provides direct access to set the Node’s

incoming, backup & bad folder(s) size limits

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Open Incoming Folder: With this action it is possible to view all

imported PQZIP files that are waiting to be processed. You may also

choose to manually move files from other folders to this folder in order

for the PQSCADA to process the data

Open "Bad Files" Folder: With this action it is possible to view all

imported PQZIP files that are contained within the Bad Files Folder

Open Data Backup Folder: With this action it is possible to view all

imported PQZIP files that are contained within the Backup Folder

Recalculate Data: This action allows you to recalculate the desired

parameters. It is recommended that you perform this procedure only

when necessary as it may take a considerable amount of time

(approximately two weeks to calculate one year’s worth of data)

En/Disable Processing: By default all imported or created nodes are

disabled to process data & therefore needs to enabled

Swap Phases: This operation allows you to swap data between two

different voltage phases and neutral, as well as, current phases

Add Factor Parameters: This option allows you to correct & recalculate

all the parameters, in the event of an incorrect & invalid setup (i.e.

Clamp Setup / PT Ratio correction / CT Ratio correction / Current

Polarity)

COMPLIANCE STATUS COLUMN:

This new column has been added in order to detail the relevant compliance

status as per the device's configuration (via Elspec's Web Interface). The

column purely provides information regarding the overall compliance status

of the last week at a resolution of 2 hours. This is a very useful tool in

reviewing the overall compliance status for a large number of Nodes.

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Indicators:

Compliance Type: EN50160/ User Defined / NVE-PQ Norway etc.

Date: Date of last recorded compliance

Time: Time of last recorded compliance

Status (3 States):

Retrieving: Insufficient data present to indicate the status

Failed: Overall compliance failed

[OK]: Overall compliance succeeded

NOTE NOTE NOTE

Don't forget to use the Tooltip - it will be most helpful in providing you with detailed information regarding the compliance parameter calculations. In the compliance column simply select & right-click on the applicable Node to retrieve the information:

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DATABASE COLUMN:

By right clicking on a Server, Site or Node in the Database Column it

is possible to access the following configuration tools directly related to

the Database:

Refresh: Will update you on the Database status for the Node(s)



Set New Database Connection: Allows you to change the server

database and/or individual attributes

Configuration: Will provide you with direct access to configuration

settings related to the database for either the Server (Automatic

Maintenance) &/or Node (Database)

Re-Index: Periodic maintenance operation in order to keep the

PQSCADA application running at an optimal speed. This is especially

true as the size of the database increases over time

Delete Log Entries: Allows you delete entries according to Log Type and

Start/End Date. This action may be carried out for the Server only

Delete Data: This operation removes all binary data in the requested

time range from only for the Nodes’ database, along with, all relevant

summaries

Database Summary: A newly added feature the Database Summary

provides a detailed summary on any component be that Server, Site &

/ Node

SEE ALSO:

Introduction to the PQSCADA Interface


Tool Bar

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For A Video Demonstration of the PQSCADA User Interface.

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The Administration console provides functional icons. From the View Console the

layout of the administration console changes according the selected View. The

three views are Sites/Nodes, Tasks, & Maps. For your convenience the newly

added PQZIP Upload Manager remains in both consoles, in order to monitor the

status & manage the data upload management at any time. Views:

Consoles under View Respective Administration Console Views

NODES/SITES:

This selection allows you to view the administration (Server/Site/Node) functions

for the selected Server/Site/Node:

Refresh: To reset the Server/Site/Node if for some reason connection is lost

Locked: To allow/disallow moving of Site/Node by dragging and dropping.

Connect to Server: Connect to a Server

Delete Server Database: To Delete Server including Database

Add Node: Add a Node(s) to a Site (Adding a Node)

Delete Node: Remove a Node from a Site (Deleting a Node)

Add Site: Add a Site (Adding a Site)

Delete Site: Remove a Site (Deleting a Site)

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Wizard: Wizard for creating Components (Component Creation Wizard)

PQZIP Upload Manager: Manage & control the upload of PQZIP file uploads

(PQZIP Upload Manager)

PQS Service: To start and stop the PQS Service (PQSCADA Management Studio)

Preferences: Global user defined settings for the software (Preferences)

Disable Notifications: Select Pop-up Notifications from a list that you wish to

disable (please refer to Disable Pop-Up Notifications)

TASKS/TEMPLATES:

Refresh: To reset the Sites and Nodes if for some reason connection is lost

Locked/Unlocked: To allow/disallow moving of Sites/Nodes by dragging and

dropping

Add Task: Add a Task(s) to a Site (Adding a Task)

Delete Task: Remove a Task from a Site (Deleting a Task)

Add Template: Adding a Template (Adding a Template)

Delete Template: Deleting a Template (Deleting a Template)

PQS Service: To start and stop the PQS Service (Please refer to PQSCADA

Management Studio)

Preferences: Global user defined settings for the software (please refer to

Preferences)

Disable Notifications: Select Pop-up Notifications from a list that you wish to

disable (please refer to Disable Pop-Up Notifications)

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MAPS:

Map Tools: See Map Tools

Preferences: See Preferences

PQZIP UPLOAD MANAGER:

With PQSCADA V4.2.2.2 the PQS Server & Management Studio can be installed

independently on two different computers. This feature allows you to upload

PQZIP files recorded by any BLACKBOX device, to any Remote Server. Manage

& control the uploading process of PQZIP compressed files. This feature allows

you to manage & control the uploading process of PQZIP compressed files - see

PQZIP Upload Manager:

SEE ALSO:


View Console

Tool Bar

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For A Video Demonstration of the PQSCADA User Interface

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Tool Bar

The tool bar contains icons that represent the Components, Tasks, Templates,

& Maps that are used to build the infrastructure as well as manage the Server,

Sites & Nodes. The selection of available icons is dependent on the viewing

console selected.

In the View Console, it is possible to view all current Server/Sites/Nodes,

Tasks, & Maps. The opening default screen is the Sites/Nodes selection in the

View Console.

In the Administration Console, it is possible to select functions associated with

any of the aforementioned icons.

SEE ALSO:


View Console



We have created the following collection of Flash Video Tutorial Demonstration(s) that

may be opened with Internet Explorer or any flash player available on your system.

For A Video Demonstration of the PQSCADA User Interface

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Getting Started

This section introduces you to the most basic critical functions of the PQSCADA

Management software. It is assumed this is a new installation with no existing

Servers, Sites or Nodes, to be upgraded (for upgrading see Upgrading

Components). Getting Started guides you through a step-by-step process that

includes the following:

Starting PQSCADA Management Studio

Creating Components using the Components Creation Wizard

Fill in the Component Details

Commencing Data Recording





For a Tutorial Video Demonstration on PQSCADA Getting Started that

provides a step-by-step tutorial that will guide you through the

process of setting up your first Server, Site, and Node.

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To start the PQSCADA Management Studio -

Click the icon on the desktop or select Start All

Programs Elspec PQSCADA PQSCADA Management Studio:

The PQSCADA Management Studio window appears:

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Select the Administration Console. Either right click select Connect to

Server or select Connect to Server tab:

The Add Server dialog box appears:

For the URL Select & Add:

HTTP - Is the default method of communicating with the server. The

software uses HTTP port 80 as the default port to communicate with the

Node.

HTTPS - Is the combination of the Hypertext Transfer Protocol (outlined

above) with the SSL protocol to provide encrypted communication and

secure identification of a network web server. See Encryption.

net.pipe - Improves the connection in case that the server is a local

connection. This option will speed up the http connection.

Precise URL address of the Server. In this example the Url address for the

HTTP connection is localhost/PQS.

Select button.

Should the test for the connection be successful, the message will appear:

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Select & to connect to the server.

NOTE NOTE NOTE

Ensure that all the prerequisites Software Programs are installed prior to connecting to the server.

PROCEED TO THE NEXT STEP: COMPONENTS CREATION WIZARD (that will guide you through a step by step procedure to connect to additional servers, & to add site(s) & node(s)).

SEE ALSO:

Components Creation Wizard

Component Details




Demonstration(s) that may be opened with Internet Explorer or any flash player

available on your system.

For a Tutorial Video Demonstration on PQSCADA Getting Started that provides a

step-by-step tutorial that will guide you through the process of setting up your first

Server, Site, and Node.

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This wizard will act as a guide when either connecting to additional Servers, or

creating Site(s) or Node(s).

HOW TO CONNECT TO A SERVER, OR TO CONNECT TO AN ADDITIONAL

SERVER:

Either select the Connect to Server Button or open the wizard by selecting the

Wizard Button:

The Components Creation Wizard :

Select Database Engine: Identifies the database engine as an SQL type server.

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SQL Express Install Button: Launches an automatic installation of the SQL server

where most parameters are pre-configured. We recommend using SQL Express only for

evaluation purposes. (See Software Requirements).

Browser button: The browser button allows you to search for an available database

servers.

Engine Name: The name assigned to the server database engine.

User Name: The name of the user as defined for the database server (For SQL Express

installed from the BLACKBOX CD, the user name is sa).

Password: User Defined (For SQL Express installed from the BLACKBOX CD, the

password is PQSpqs12345).

Test Button: Will test & validate the connection in order to ensure that the details

including the Password for the Database Engine are correct.

Set Default Credentials: Will set Server Name, Username & Password to factory

defaults.

Save Settings: If you checked this box in one of the Add Server, Add Site, or Add Node

dialog boxes, then all attributes are automatically pre-filled; otherwise they will

remain blank.

NOTE NOTE NOTE

Ensure that all the prerequisites Software Programs are installed

prior to installing SQL Express

You need to select the button, in order to run the full

validation process. This is especially applicable in the event that

you may have entered an incorrect password. As such the

validation process will be incomplete & the PQSCADA system will

prohibit you from performing certain actions.

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HOW TO CREATE COMPONENTS:

1. Click the Browser button next to the Server name. The Select Database

Server window appears.

2. Select Local Servers tab. (You may access remote databases through the

Network Servers tab).

3. Double click the desired database or highlight and click Select.

4. Enter your User name and Password.

5. Click Test to verify the connection.

6. Select Save Settings. (Recommended not mandatory; this will set the

selected database engine as default and will eliminate the need to reset the

database engine at the next attempt of adding sites and nodes).

7. Click Next to continue. The Components Details Window appears.

SEE ALSO:


Component Details


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Component Details

The Components Details window allows you to enter information about the site and node.

Specifically, this is where the site (Elspec Site 1) and node name (Elspec Node 1) are

assigned and the desired node IP (100.100.100.100) is selected from the available

devices on the network.

1. Enter a name for the server and site. (user defined)

2. Select a device by clicking the Device IP Browser button.

3. The Select Device window appears. The automatic device discovery is

activated now and should find all devices on the local LAN if UDP

broadcasting is allowed. You may also select the Reload button in this

window in order to rescan the devices should some of the devices be

missing from the list.

4. Double click the selected device(s).

5. The Name appears in the window.

6. Set the local time to GMT Offset.

7. Click to complete.

8. The Creation Progress window appears:

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10. The Server with the Site and Node can be viewed in the main window.

PROCEED TO THE NEXT STEP: COMMENCE DATA RECORDING

SEE ALSO:











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Commence Data Recording

Double click the node in the Data Processing Column.

The Node Configuration / Parameters window appears:

Select the desired Calculation Groups, click .

To commence data recording, right click the Node in the Data Download

Column, then select Enable.

The node is now downloading data from the device.

SEE ALSO:



Component Details

Configure Parameters

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Downloading Recorded Data

This column provides control over the downloading process of PQZIP files from the

BLACKBOX unit into the PQSCADA Server. The PQSCADA Server is responsible for

collecting continuous data (PQZIP files) from a connected device. When the device

is connected (wired or wireless), the PQSCADA server checks for any new data

availability using an FTP communication Protocol. By default the downloading

process is disabled, in order to commence the download it needs to be Enabled.

By double-clicking either the Server or Node within this column, will navigate you

directly to the following configuration options: General Configuration for the

server & Download Schedule for the node. On mouse-over Tooltips will appear for

each Component. For details, see PQSCADA Server.

By right clicking anywhere in the Downloading Column for the selected device, you may access the following:.

Refresh: Will update you on the Data Downloading status for the Node(s).

Log Viewer

Force Connection Attempt (only relevant after the device is enabled)

Schedule Operation

IP Setup

Folders Setup

Open Incoming Folder

Rescan Device Folders (only relevant after the device is enabled)

Enable/Disable Data Downloading

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Log Viewer

The Log Viewer enables you to see specific information related to log entries &

in this specific case entries related to downloading process of PQZIP files.

Right click anywhere in the Downloading Column select Log Viewer:

Use the following Filters to narrow-down your view:

Log Type: (Debug, Info, Warning, Error, Critical)

Debug: By default this option is disabled & it is used only by

an Elspec Software Technician.

Info: Will include general information on actions taken in

PQSCADA. In addition, it will also include Warnings, Error &

Critical entries.

Warning: Will include any malfunctions that the PQSCADA will

resolve by itself. The log will also include any Errors & Critical

entries.

Error: Includes malfunctions that the PQSCADA was unable to

resolve. For example failed Tasks due to an incorrect E-Mail

address. See Troubleshooting. The log will also include any

Critical entries.

Critical: Contact Elspec or your local representative.

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# of Last Entries: This function will enable you to extract only the

desired number of Last Entries from the vast amount of all the

recorded data, allowing you to focus on the latest relevant data.

Start / End Date & Time: Select Start Date & Time option, should

you wish to change your search to include entries from a different

date & time.

Entries in the Log Viewer from this column are related to

downloading process of PQZIP files & will initially automatically

display these entries. Should you wish, you may Include any other

Keywords into your search:

SEE ALSO:

Force Connection Attempt

Schedule Operation

IP Setup

Folders Setup


Rescan Device Folders

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Force Connection Attempt allows you to manually download files from the device

to PQSCADA without waiting for the next automatic download attempt. The

frequency and timing for downloading is configured in the Download Schedule

Configuration.

SEE ALSO:

Log Viewer

Schedule Operation

IP Setup

Folders Setup



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Schedule Operation

To configure & set a schedule for downloads, select Schedule Operation by

right clicking the Node in the Downloading Column:

This will open the Download Schedule tab directly in the Node

Configuration:

Configure the settings by entering:

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Periodic Time to Get File: This is a user defined setting to determine the

interval of time to retrieve the PQZIP file(s) from the device. If multiple

files exist, this setting is not relevant and there will be no delay.

Download Schedule: The specific days and times to perform the file

retrieval.

Limit Download Time Range: Specifies which files are downloaded that

meets a specific date criteria. Enabling this parameter will exclude files

that do not fall in the specified time range.

File Download Mode: This is a factory setting that should not be changed.

Select to set the Download Schedule.

SEE ALSO:

About Downloading Recorded Data


Log Viewer

IP Setup

Folders Setup




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IP Setup

To configure device, select IP Setup by right clicking the Node in the

Downloading Column:

This will open the Device tab directly in the Node Configuration window:

Enter:

IP Address: Enter the IP address of the device or use the search window

browser.

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User Name: Each device is shipped with a default user name (ftpuser) as

above. This name corresponds to the FTP login name set in the firmware of

the device (Access Setup section). If you wish to change the user name here,

then it also must be changed in the firmware.

Password: The password corresponds to the user name above. It should be

changed according to the device password. (The default password as shown

above is ftppassword).

Device PQZIP Folder Path: The specific path where the PQZIP folders are

stored on the device. We do not recommend changing this setting.

FTP Protocol: The default setting is Passive.

Select to complete the Device Configuration.

SEE ALSO:



Log Viewer

Schedule Operation

Folders Setup




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Folders Setup

To configure the Folder(s) size limits, select Folders Setup by right clicking

the Node in the Downloading Column:

This will open the Folders tab directly in the Node Configuration window:

Set:

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Incoming Folder Size Limit: The size of the temporary folder where the

PQZIP files are stored while they are waiting to be processed. The default is

2 GB, although this can be changes according to your available system

resources. All original PQZIP files are deleted after they are processed

unless they are backed up.

Backup Folder Size Limit: To enable this feature, check the Backup Folder

Size Limit check-box. This sets the size of the backup folder where all good

PQZIP files can be archived. When the file folder reaches its limit, the

oldest files will be deleted first.

Bad File Folder Size Limit: The size of the bad file folder where all bad

PQZIP files are kept. A file status (good or bad) is determined when the file

is processed.

SEE ALSO:



Log Viewer

Schedule Operation

IP Setup




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The Incoming Folder is where the PQZIP files are stored while they are waiting to

be processed. Accessing the incoming folder allows you to manually download

PQZIP files from any location on your PC or external location into the incoming

folder instead of from the device.

Right click on the Node in the Downloading Column select Open

incoming folder:

The PQZIP files are arranged chronologically according to time. (AFTER

THE FILES ARE PROCESSED BY THE PQSCADA, THEY WILL NO LONGER

APPEAR IN THE INCOMING FOLDER & WILL BE DELETED. SHOULD YOU

WISH TO RECALL THE FILES SEE RESET PQZIP FILES). You may select any

file(s) from the list:

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PQSCADA also allows you to download folders as well as files to the incoming

folder.

SEE ALSO:

PQZIP Upload Manager

Dynamic Folder Path



Log Viewer

Schedule Operation

IP Setup

Folders Setup







For a Video demonstration of downloading files to the Incoming

Folder.

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This action resets the PQZIP folder cache & generates a full folder scan on this device.

Enable the Data Downloading Right click on the Node in the

Downloading Column select Rescan Device Folders:

SEE ALSO:



Log Viewer

Schedule Operation

IP Setup

Folders Setup



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Folder.

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Enable / Disable Data Downloading

The node is set from the factory with downloading disabled. In order to

automatically download new PQZIP files from the device, it is necessary to enable

downloading. If you choose to manually download files, then you do not need to

enable downloading.

Right click the Node in the Downloading column, then select Enable or

Disable.

SEE ALSO:



Log Viewer

Schedule Operation

IP Setup

Folders Setup



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Data Processing

The Data Processing column displays the processing status of PQZIP data. In order

to activate the tools for this column, you will need to Enable the function by right

clicking anywhere in the Data Processing Column & selecting Enable:

The data processing takes place in 2 stages - namely:

Stage 1 - Data Transferral from the PQZIP to the Database, including:

Decompression & collection of waveform data sources

Data is recompressed into 1min chunks called “BINARIES”

The Binaries & Device Events are stored into the Database

RMS (V/I) are computed into 1min Summaries

After this stage has been concluded, the minimum resolution period that is

available for all the parameters, is 3 Hours.

Stage 2 - Data Processing itself:

Computation of all other parameter summaries

Computation of Class A aggregated parameters (Version 4)

Summaries are stored every 1 Min / 10 Min ( Min/Max/AVG)

After this stage has been concluded, all queries may run for a period longer

than 3 Hours.

The Binaries calculated during Stage 1 are used for:

Stage 2 computation

Queries that are initiated from Elspec's Investigator Software Program for

less than 3hours. Any selected parameter is immediately computed from

the stored waveform signal in order to achieve a maximum resolution.

The summaries are used for queries that are run for a longer period than 3

Hours & this consequently shortens the response time for such queries.

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By right clicking anywhere in the Data Processing Column, it is possible to access the following tools:

Refresh: Will update you on the Data Processing status for the Node(s).

Log Viewer

Force File Parse Attempt

Configure Service

Reset PQZIP files

Folders Setup


Open "Bad Files" Folder

Open Data Backup Folder

En/Disable Processing

Re-Index

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Delete Data

Recalculate Data

Swap Phases

Add Factor Parameters

Double-clicking either the Server or Node within this column, will navigate you

directly to the following Configuration options: General Configuration for the

server & Parameters for the node. On mouse-over Tooltips will appear for

each Component.

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Log Viewer

The Log Viewer enables you to see specific information related to log entries & in

this specific case displays entries related to the processing status of PQZIP data.

Right click anywhere in the Data Processing Column select Log Viewer:







Critical entries.



entries.



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Critical entries.







date & time

Entries in the Log Viewer from this column are related to the

processing status of PQZIP data & will initially automatically display

these entries. Should you wish, you may Include any other Keywords

into your search:

SEE ALSO:

About Data Processing

Log Viewer


Configure Service

Reset PQZIP files

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Folders Setup





Re-Index

Delete Data

Recalculate Data

Swap Phases


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The PQZIP files are continuously being downloaded from the device into the

temporary Incoming File Folder if the data processing is Enabled. They remain in

the Incoming File Folder waiting to be processed by the PQSCADA.

You may select to force the processing of the PQZIP files manually, by right

clicking anywhere in the Data Processing Column select Force File Parse

Attempt:

SEE ALSO:


Log Viewer

Configure Service

Reset PQZIP files

Folders Setup

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Re-Index

Delete Data

Recalculate Data

Swap Phases


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Configure Service

This option will allow you to directly Configure Parameters for the Node, without having to go through Node Configuration.

Right click anywhere in the Data Processing Column select Configure

Service:

The Parameters Tab will now open & simply Configure the Parameters

for this Node:

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By default, only Cycle by Cycle Waveform is selected. The selection is not permanent therefore you may add more parameters in the future and may recalculate with new parameters.

Select the Desired Calculation Groups click .

Cycle by Cycle

Calculation Group

Definition CPU

Usage

Database

Capacity

Cycle by Cycle RMS – Voltage/Current.

HRMS – Voltage/Current.

THD – Voltage/Current.

Crest Factor –

Voltage/Current.

K-Factor – Current.

U1 - Positive Sequence –

Voltage/Current.

U2 - Negative Sequence –

Voltage/Current.

U2/U1 – Voltage/Current.


Active Power

Reactive Power

Apparent Power

Power Factor

Frequency 200ms (Device

frequency)

Low Low

Waveform Waveforms High Low

Frequency Cycle by Cycle Frequency High Low

Harmonics Voltage Harmonics

Current Harmonics

Active Power Harmonics

Reactive Power Harmonics

Medium Medium

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Power Fundamental Including

Harmonics

Harmonics Only

Fundamental Only

Low Low

Statistics Frequency Low High

IEC61000-4-

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Definition CPU

Usage

Database

Capacity

Current RMS – Current

HRMS – Current

THD – Current

Crest Factor –Current


Current


Current

U2/U1 –Current

U0/U1 –Current

Over Deviation – Current

Under Deviation – Current

High Low

Inter-

Harmonics

Inter-Harmonics Voltage

Inter-Harmonics Sub-Group

Voltage

Inter-Harmonics Angle

Inter-Harmonics Phasors

High High


Current Harmonics



Medium High

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Harmonics

Harmonics Only

Fundamental Only

Medium Low

Aggregation Frequency 3 sec. Aggregation

Frequency Aggregation at 10

min. & 2 Hours

Medium High

Statistics Definition CPU

Usage

Database

Capacity

Group

Statistics

Frequency Statistics

RMS Statistics

THD Statistics

Active Power Statistics

Reactive Power Statistics

Apparent Power Statistics

Power Factor Statistics

Low High

SEE ALSO:


Log Viewer


Reset PQZIP files

Folders Setup





Re-Index

Delete Data

Recalculate Data

Swap Phases


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Reset PQZIP Files

The PQSCADA server automatically downloads the PQZIP files recorded by the

BLACKBOX device (Node). Each downloaded PQZIP file is saved under a name by

the PQSCADA server & the server processes the files accordingly. As the files are

processed by the PQSCADA, they are removed from the Incoming Folder. Each file

that has been downloaded to the incoming folder manually or automatically, is

logged within the PQS Server (in order to avoid reprocessing & downloading). The

PQZIP File Viewer displays all downloaded files sorted by Processed &

Unprocessed (files that are still in the incoming folder). Should you wish to re-

download and / or re-process any of the files, you will need to delete the logged

file from the list.

Right-click on the node in the Data Processing Column select Reset PQZIP

Files:

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The PQZIP File Viewer window for the selected node will now open:

FILTER:

The filter helps you narrow down your search. Select the status for the displayed PQZIP

files:

All: This will show all PQZIP files contained in the Incoming Folder. This includes

both processed and unprocessed files. It is possible to limit the number of files

using the Total Results.

Processed: Only processed files are displayed.

Unprocessed: Only unprocessed files are displayed.

Total Results:

Displays total number of PQZIP Files for this node ( All / Processed / Unprocessed)

DELETE SELECTION:

After you have concluded your search, you may re-download and / or re-process any of the

files by deleting them from the log. Simply:-

Select the applicable files & select :

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SEE ALSO:


Log Viewer


Configure Service

Folders Setup





Re-Index

Delete Data

Recalculate Data

Swap Phases


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Folders Setup

This option will allow you to directly to the Folder Configuration, without having to

go through Node Configuration.

Set Folder(s) size limits by right clicking anywhere in the Data Processing

Column select Folders Setup:

This will open the Folders Tab:

Incoming Folder Size Limit: The size of the temporary folder where the

PQZIP files are stored while they are waiting to be processed. The default is

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2 GB, although this can be changes according to your available system

resources. All original PQZIP files are deleted after they are processed

unless they are backed up.

Backup Folder Size Limit: The size of the backup folder where all good

PQZIP files can be archived. When the file folder reaches its limit, the

oldest files will be deleted first.

Bad Files Folder Size Limit: The size of the bad file folder where all bad

PQZIP files are kept. A file status (good or bad) is determined when the file

is processed.

Set the desired Folder Size Limits click .

SEE ALSO:


Log Viewer


Configure Service

Reset PQZIP Files





Re-Index

Delete Data

Recalculate Data

Swap Phases


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The Incoming Folder is where the PQZIP files are stored while they are waiting to

be processed.

In addition to the incoming folder the PQSCADA V4.2.2.2 & later versions allows

you to upload PQZIP files from a different folder location other than the incoming

folder to any selected Node. Meaning PQZIP files located on the PQS Server's

incoming folder / PQZIP files recorded by other BLACKBOX devices can now be

uploaded in this manner. In addition, this feature allows you to manage & control

the uploading process of PQZIP compressed files - see PQZIP Upload Manager:

In order to view the files, right-click on the Node in the Data Processing

Column select Open incoming folder:

The PQZIP files are arranged chronologically according to time. (AFTER

THE FILES ARE PROCESSED BY THE PQSCADA, THEY WILL NO LONGER

APPEAR IN THE INCOMING FOLDER & WILL BE DELETED. SHOULD YOU

WISH TO RECALL THE FILES SEE RESET PQZIP FILES).

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SEE ALSO:


Log Viewer


Configure Service

Reset PQZIP Files

Folders Setup

PQZIP Upload Manager

Dynamic Folder Path




Re-Index

Delete Data

Recalculate Data

Swap Phases






Folder.

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Open Bad Files Folder

It is possible to view all files contained in the Bad Files folder. The Bad Files Folder

where all bad PQZIP files are kept. A file status (good or bad) is determined when

the file is processed.

Open the bad PQZIP files in the Bad Files Folder by right clicking anywhere

in the Data Processing Column select Open Bad Files Folder:

Our example below shows no bad files at this time:

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SEE ALSO:


Log Viewer


Configure Service

Reset PQZIP Files

Folders Setup




Re-Index

Delete Data

Recalculate Data

Swap Phases


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It is possible to view all files contained in the Data Backup folder. The Data Backup Folder is where all good PQZIP files can be archived. When the file folder reaches its limit, the oldest files will be deleted first.

Open the Backed up PQZIP files by right clicking anywhere in the Data

Processing Column select Open Backup Files Folder:

Our example below shows no backup files at this time:

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SEE ALSO:


Log Viewer


Configure Service

Reset PQZIP Files

Folders Setup




Re-Index

Delete Data

Recalculate Data

Swap Phases


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Enable/Disable Processing

By default all imported or created nodes are disabled to process data & therefore needs to enabled.

To commence data recording once again, select Enable by right clicking the

Node in the Data Processing Column select Enable:

The node is now processing data from the device.

To cease data recording, select Disable by right clicking the Node in the

Data Processing Column select Disable:

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SEE ALSO:


Log Viewer


Configure Service

Reset PQZIP Files

Folders Setup




Re-Index

Delete Data

Recalculate Data

Swap Phases


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Recalculate Data

This optional step allows you to recalculate any parameter(s) for a stipulated

period. Select this function if you would like to recalculate the latest additional

calculations for IEC 61000-4-30 Class A parameters included in PQSCADA 4.2 & later

versions.

NOTE NOTE NOTE

We recommend that you perform this procedure only when necessary, since it can take up a considerable amount of time (approximately two weeks to calculate one year’s worth of data). Prior to following this procedure configure the necessary Parameters in Node Configuration.

In addition refer to the table below as a further guide:

Upgrading from Version to

Version

Changed/Added Parameters*

4.1 > 4.2 New Additions - Cycle by Cycle:

In Waveforms - Crest Factor

In Statistics - Frequency Cycle by Cycle

New Additions - Class A:

In Inter-Harmonics - Phasors

4.0 > 4.1 Improvement in the Cycle-by-cycle Frequency

DC Included in all Parameters

Power Factor included

3.3.0.13 > 4.0 IEC 61000-4-30 Class A Parameters Included

DC Included in most Parameters


3.2.0.40 > 3.3.0.13 None

3.1.4.5->3.2.0.40 Unbalance parameters

Idc harmonic

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3.1.1.0->3.1.4.5 All the parameters in single phase systems


Idc

* All other parameters will have the same values after recalculation

HOW TO RECALCULATE THE PARAMETERS:

Open the recalculation function for a Node by right clicking anywhere in the Data

Processing Column select Recalculate Data:

Enter the Time & Date Range from which you would like to recalculate the data:

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Select to complete the operation

SEE ALSO:


Log Viewer


Configure Service

Reset PQZIP Files

Folders Setup





Re-Index

Delete Data

Swap Phases


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Swap Phases

The Swap phases operation allows you to swap data between two different voltage

phases and neutral, as well as, current phases.

In order to swap phases click anywhere in the Data Processing Column

select Swap Phases:

A static time period can be established for the operation:

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SEE ALSO:


Log Viewer


Configure Service

Reset PQZIP Files

Folders Setup





Re-Index

Delete Data

Recalculate Data


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Add Factor to Parameters

This option allows you to correct & recalculate all the parameters, in the event of

an incorrect & invalid setup (i.e. Clamp Setup / PT Ratio correction / CT Ratio

correction / Current Polarity).

In order to correct & recalculate all the parameters click anywhere in the

Data Processing Column select Add Factor To Parameters:

The Add Factor to Parameters Dialog Box will now open. Change the Static

Time Period for which you would like to make the correction & Add the

Relevant Factor to the applicable parameter select :

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SEE ALSO:


Log Viewer


Configure Service

Reset PQZIP Files

Folders Setup





Re-Index

Delete Data

Recalculate Data

Swap Phases

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Database

By right clicking on a Server, Site, or Node in the Database Column it is possible to

access the following tools directly related to the database:

Refresh: Will update you on the Database status for the Node(s).

Log Viewer

Set New Database Connection

Configuration (relevant for Server & Nodes only)

Re-Index

Delete Log Entries (relevant for Server only)

Database Summary

Double-clicking either the Server or Node within this column, will navigate you

directly to the following Configuration options: Automatic Maintenance for the

server & Download Schedule for the node. On mouse-over Tooltips will appear for

each Component.

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Log Viewer

The Log Viewer enables you to see specific information related to log entries & in this specific case displays entries related to the Database.

Right click anywhere in the Database Column select Log Viewer:







Critical entries.



entries.




Critical entries.





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date & time

Entries in the Log Viewer from this column are related to the

Database & will initially automatically display these entries. Should

you wish, you may Include any other Keywords into your search:

SEE ALSO:

About the Database



Re-Index


Database Summary

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Set New Component Database Connection

Set New Component Database Connection allows you to change the server

database and/or individual attributes.

Right click anywhere in the Database Column select Set New Database

Connection:

The Set New Component Database Connection window will now open:

Select Database Engine: Identifies the database ending as an SQL type

server

Browser Button: Allows you to search for an available database server

Engine Name: The name assigned to the server database engine

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User Name: The name of the user as defined for the database server (For

SQL Express installed from the CD, the user name is sa) Password: User

Defined (For SQL Express installed from the CD, the password is

PQSpqs12345)

Test Button: Will test the connection. PRIOR TO PROCEEDING WITH THIS

CHANGE IT IS RECOMMENDED TO VALIDATE & TEST THE CONNECTION IN

ORDER TO ENSURE THAT THE DETAILS FOR THE DATABASE ENGINE IS

CORRECT.

Save Settings: If you checked this box in one of the Add Server, Add Site,

Add Node, or Components Creation Wizard dialog boxes, then all attributes

are automatically pre-filled; otherwise they will remain blank.

Select to change the connection settings.

SEE ALSO:

About the Database

Log Viewer


Re-Index


Database Summary

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Configuration

By selecting the Configuration option in the Database Column for either the

Server or Node will provide you with direct access to configuration settings related

to the database.

DATABASE SERVER CONFIGURATION:

Will provide you with direct access to Automatic Maintenance window in

the Sever Configuration:

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Select Enable Database Maintenance, & when this is checked the operations

below occur:

Re-Index: Each table in the database may have one or more indexes. After

some time these indexes get fragmented which makes operation on the

database take longer. Re-index reorganizes these tables and makes the

database faster.

Truncate Log: Each database works with 2 files; Data and log. If you are

not doing “SQL transactional backup”, then you should turn this ON.

Shrink Log: Truncate log only sets the log file to begin from the start but

does not free up the log file space. Shrink log deletes all the unneeded

information in the log file.

Shrink Database: After some time the database gets fragmented (not disk

fragmentation) or has data that is marked for deletion but is not actually

deleted from the physical disk. This operation reorganizes the database file

on the disk and makes the whole database operation faster.

Remove Null Rows: This newly added operation automatically compacts

database files with "null row values".

Click to apply your changes, or/

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Select should you wish to revert to the

factory default settings click

DATABASE NODE CONFIGURATION:

Will provide you with direct access to Database window in the Node

Configuration:

Configure the Database Settings by selecting:

Allow Truncate Data Automatically: Enabling this feature allows the Node

to truncate older data once the database size limit is reached.

Limit Data Size in Database: Enabling this feature limits the amount of data

in the database to the specified amount. If this limit is reached and "Auto

truncate" is not enabled, then the Node won't parse any Node files until data

is deleted manually.

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Limit Aggregated Data Time in Database: Enabling this feature limits the

amount of data in the database to the specified time duration. If this limit is

reached and "Auto truncate" is not enabled, then the Node won't parse any

Node files until data is deleted manually.

Set the desired Database Size Limits click .

SEE ALSO:

About the Database

Log Viewer


Re-Index


Database Summary

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Re-Index

Re-Indexing the database is a periodically recommended maintenance operation in

order to keep the PQSCADA application running at an optimal speed. This is

especially true as the size of the database increases over time. With this function

you can manually force the re-indexing operation instead of waiting for the

automatic re-index of every six hours as set in the Automatic Maintenance of the

Server Configuration.

Open the Re-Index function by right clicking anywhere in the Database

Column select Re-index:

Select to complete the operation:

SEE ALSO:

About the Database

Log Viewer




Database Summary

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Delete Log Entries

Delete Log Entries allows you delete entries according to Log Type and Start/End

Date.


Debug: By default this option is disabled & it is used only by an

Elspec Software Technician.

Info: Will include general information on actions taken in PQSCADA.

In addition, it will also include Warnings, Error & Critical entries.


resolve by itself. The log type will also include any Errors & Critical

entries.


resolve. For example failed Tasks due to an incorrect E-Mail address.

See Troubleshooting. The log type will also include any Critical

entries.


SEE ALSO:

About the Database

Log Viewer



Re-Index

Database Summary

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Database Summary

The Database Summary provides a detailed summary on any component be that

Server, Site & / or Node.

On the main viewing area select a Component & stand on the Database

Column right-click select Database Summary:

The Database Statistics will now appear:

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SEE ALSO:

About the Database

Log Viewer



Re-Index


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About PQZIP Upload Manager

PQSCADA V4.2.2.2 & later versions allows for the PQS Server & Management Studio

to be installed on two different computers. This feature allows you to upload

PQZIP files recorded by any BLACKBOX device, to any Remote Server. Manage &

control the uploading process of PQZIP compressed files by:

Selecting multiple files for PQZIP upload

Selecting a root folder location for PQZIP upload

Controlling the upload with - Upload, Cancel, Pause & Resume options

Uploading the number of concurrent files as per your Preferred File Upload Settings

Continuing the PQZIP upload regardless whether or not the PQSCADA is in operation

In this section you can either choose to:

Utilize the PQSCADA Upload Manager, or

Perform Regular Data Imports via the Incoming Folder

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Using The PQZIP Upload Manager

The PQZIP Upload Manager feature can be utilized for uploading PQZIP files from a

different folder location other than the incoming folder to any Remote Server. Use the

PQZIP Upload Manager in two ways:

UPLOAD, MONITOR & CONTROL THE PROCESS:

1. Right-click on the relevant Node (for which you would like to upload the PQZIP files

for) select Upload PQZIP Files:

2. In the File Selection Method dialog box make your selection from the location that

you wish to upload the files from:

You can choose to either:

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First Option - Upload multiple files from 1 folder:

Second Option - Upload Multiple Folders:

3. Select to proceed & the PQZIP Upload Manager will now open:

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4. Either mark File (Selects all Files) / Individual Files for which you would like to

perform actions on by using the Controls below. Note the Status Column change

according to the selected control:

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Controls: Action

Resume

Process & Queued for Upload

Pause

Paused for Upload

Cancel

Removed from Upload. Select

to proceed

Refresh

Reprocess Upload

5. Processed Uploads will be confirmed if the Popups has not been cleared:

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MONITOR & CONTROL THE PROCESS AT ANY TIME:

After you have initiated the Uploading Process as per the previous step, you can

monitor & control the process using the PQZIP Upload Manager Icon:

1. Select the PQZIP Upload Manager Icon from either your Administration Console /

View Console:

2. The Upload PQZIP Manager will now open Either mark File (Selects all Files) /

Individual Files for which you would like to perform actions on by using the

Controls below. Note the Status Column change according to the selected control:

Controls: Action

Resume

Process & Queued for Upload

Pause

Paused for Upload

Cancel

Removed from Upload. Select

to proceed

Refresh

Reprocess Upload

3. Processed Uploads will be confirmed if the Popups has not been cleared:

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SEE ALSO:


Importing Data

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Importing Data

Right click the Downloading column for the device select Open Incoming Folder.

This opens the incoming folder in a separate window.

Accessing the incoming folder allows you to manually download PQZIP files from any

location on your PC or external location into the incoming folder instead of from the

device.

SEE ALSO:


Using The PQZIP Upload Manager




For a Video demonstration of downloading files to the Incoming Folder.

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Tasks and Templates

Tasks are pre-defined functions that allow you for instance to set regularly

scheduled Exports; or reports according to a specified Event or Time Trigger

(monthly, daily, weekly, and fixed). A task operates within a Site or on a Node(s)

that are attached to a Site.

Templates are used to define the Events, Parameters, and Configurations for

utilization by different Tasks. By using Templates, you can save the time of

redefining all variables across multiple tasks. A single template can serve multiple

tasks & in return the task will only utilize the necessary components from that

template needed to execute the task. Summary of Template Components &

Related Tasks:

Template

Components Description Task Related

Events The event will trigger the Task All Tasks that are

event triggered

Parameters

The parameters that will be included in

the Task PQDIF

High

Resolution

The sampling resolution for waveform

parameters PQDIF, COMTRADE

Low

Resolution

The sampling resolution for all other

parameters excluding waveform

parameters

PQDIF

Pre/Post

Trigger

Margin

The recording time of the Event ALL

For more on Templates





Access for a complete Video Demonstration on Creating Tasks

and Templates.

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Tasks

Tasks are pre-defined functions that allow you for instance to set regularly

scheduled exports; or reports according to a specified event or time trigger

(monthly, daily, weekly, and fixed). A task operates within a Site or on

components that are attached to a Site.

Some tasks require the use of a Template to define the specific parameters of the

task. Each task can have multiple Templates. For example: A task that needs to

record a voltage dip event, providing both the RMS Voltage and Frequency values

during the event , the template is the place where the user defines the desired

values.

As with most PQSCADA components, you may access the Tasks through either the

View or Administration console. The default is View mode. You must first select

Tasks in View Mode before switching to administration mode in order to access the

Task/Template components.

Use the Task Creation Wizard to Add a Task.

SEE ALSO:

Task Types

Task Triggering

Rerun Task

Modify Task

Delete Task

Monitoring Tasks

Task Log

Terminate Task Execution

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Task Types

COMTRADE Task: Output to a COMTRADE file - A universally compatible file

format that can be viewed with PQview or TOP.

PQDIF Task: Output to a PQDIF file - A Universally compatible file that can be

viewed with PQview.

PQZIP Task: Output to a PQZIP file - A patented Elspec Compressed file format

that can be viewed with Elspec’s proprietary Investigator application.

Notification Task: This task sends a notification to you with specific results of the

completed task.

Report Task: This type of task allows you to define a report based upon a Quality

Standard, and then publish it to file.

Energy Report Task: A task that will combine the TOU configuration output file

(produced by the TOU configuration utility) with the amount & makeup (Active or

Reactive) of the Net Energy (Received – Delivered) produced/consumed by a site in

order to calculate the energy produced/consumed in a TOU calendar report profile.

Device Firmware & Configuration Update Task: This task allows you to

automatically update all your BLACKBOX Unit(s) via the PQSCADA with any

Firmware / Configuration files.

PQS Parameters Export Task: This newly added task will create an output file

(either CSV / Excel) that includes user-selected parameters, based either on

events/schedule, at any desired resolution.

SEE ALSO:

About Tasks

Task Triggering

Add Task

Rerun Task

Modify Task

Delete Task

Monitoring Tasks

Task Log


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Task Triggering

Manual Based

Schedule Based

Event Based

We have created the following collection of Flash Video Tutorial Demonstration(s) that may be opened with Internet Explorer or any flash player available on your system.

For a complete video tutorial demonstration on Creating a Task and Template.

For a complete video tutorial demonstration on Creating a PQZIP Export Task.

For a complete video tutorial demonstration on Creating a Report Task.

SEE ALSO:

About Tasks

Task Types

Add Task

Rerun Task

Modify Task

Delete Task

Monitoring Tasks

Task Log


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Manually Based Task

A manually based task is a task that is launched at a fixed date and time. The task is launched according to an occurrence of a specific event as defined by the Template.

In the Task Wizard select the Manual task trigger.

Set the Specific Date & Time for Task:

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When choosing a Manual Event based task, the Templates Task Wizard is automatically launched in order to allow you define the specific parameters that will launch the Task. See Template.




For a complete video tutorial demonstration on Creating a Report Task

SEE ALSO:

Task Types

About Task Triggering

Schedule Based Trigger

Event Based Trigger

Add Task

Rerun Task

Modify Task

Delete Task

Monitoring Tasks

Task Log


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Schedule Based

The task is launched according to a recurring time schedule. All “Schedule” based tasks can be configured here, not just Comtrade Tasks.

In the Task Wizard select the Schedule Based task trigger:

The data schedule is set as recurring for a defined time range (Daily,

Weekly, or Monthly):

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SEE ALSO:

Task Types


Manual Based Trigger

Event Based Trigger

Add Task

Rerun Task

Modify Task

Delete Task

Monitoring Tasks

Task Log


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Event Based

The task is launched according to an occurrence of a specific event as defined by the Template. An event based task is a task that is defined to be executed given a predefined set of events that may occur in the system.

In the Task Wizard select the Event Based task trigger:



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SEE ALSO:

Task Types


Manual Based Trigger

Schedule Based Trigger

Add Task

Rerun Task

Modify Task

Delete Task

Monitoring Tasks

Task Log


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Add Task

When adding a task, the wizard will guide you through this process pending on Types of Tasks you selected. Follow the following procedures in order to add your task:

DYNAMIC FOLDER PATH:

Enables you via the wizard to create a dynamic output location for your files that is automatically created in runtime according to your criteria.

EXPORT TASKS:

General Export Task: Outlines the procedure for adding a COMTRADE/ PQDIF /

PQZIP tasks.

PQS Parameters Export Task: Outlines the procedure for producing a CSV/Excel file

output that includes selected Parameters (Schedule/Event Based) at any selected

Resolution.

REPORT TASKS:

Outlines the procedure for the newly enhanced Report Task that now includes:

Fault Location Report Task: Outlines the procedure for producing a PDF file

output that includes the estimated distance from the Main Terminal to the Fault at

the node.

FOL Report Task: Outlines the procedure for producing a PDF file output, for the

Norwegian Compliance Standard FOL. (Ensure that you have the new Report

Management System Installed)

Add Energy Report Task: Outlines the procedure for producing an Excel file

output that combines total energy (produced/consumed) for a site with a predefined

TOU profile.

DEVICE FIRMWARE & CONFIGURATION UPDATE TASK:

Outlines the procedure for adding a Device Firmware & Configuration Update task.

NOTIFICATION TASK:

Outlines the procedure for adding a Notification task.

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SEE ALSO:

About Tasks

Task Types

Task Triggering

Rerun Task

Modify Task

Delete Task

Monitoring Tasks

Task Log


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Dynamic Folder Path

When dealing with a large number of output files created from Tasks, the

default path doesn't always make the file readily identifiable. In order to

further improve the flexibility & integra’bility of the files, Elspec has now

added a new feature to their Task Wizard namely the Dynamic Folder

Path. This feature will enable the user to set a dynamic directory

(according to custom settings) for the files that will be created as the

Task is being executed. This feature is relevant the: COMTRADE Task,

PQDIF Task, PQZIP Task, Report Task, Device Firmware & Configuration

Update Task & the PQS Parameters Export Task.

HOW DOES IT WORK?

You can add the Dynamic Folder Path, once you get to the Data Stage in the Task

Wizard:

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Select the Manual Option & in the text box add the applicable characters:

?N: For the Node's Physical Name

?S: For the Site's Physical Name

?P: For the Node's Virtual Name

?Q: For the Site's Virtual Name

?Y: Year

?M: Month

?D: Day

?C: Date formatted as - dd_mm_yyyy 23_02_2012

?T: Time formatted as - hh_mm_ss 02_43_55

Select in order to ensure that you have access to the Folder Location of

your choosing

After you have selected , the following warning message will appear:

The message serves as reminder that the you should ensure that you have access to your

selected Folder Location as the reports will not be created if you don't have access.

Files will be created in the directory as per the example above:

C:\PQS\2012\02\29\08_18_43\Elspec_Site_1\Elspec_Node_1

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Add General Export Task

The function of Export Tasks is to export powerful Power Quality data to compatible file exports. In this section you will be able to add:

COMTRADE, PQDIF &/or PQZIP tasks &

PQS Parameters Export Task

ADD A COMPTRADE OR PQDIF OR PQZIP TASK:

1. Right-click on Tasks, select Add Task or alternatively select Add Task from

the Administration Console tool bar. The Task Wizard is automatically

launched which guides you through a step-by-step process of creating a

task:

2. Click the drop down button to select either: COMTRADE Task, PQDIF Task,

PQZIP Task, enter your own user defined Task Name select

:

4. Select the desired Trigger Manual / Schedule / Event select :

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(ONCE THE TRIGGER TYPE IS SELECTED, IT CANNOT BE CHANGED). (Event

trigger not relevant for PQZIP tasks)

5. Choose the Template by either Selecting an Existing Template (Elspec

Site) select . Or Define a New Template using :

(Not relevant for PQZIP tasks)

6. Make the desired Node Selection select . It is possible to

select multiple nodes. By choosing multiple nodes, the task is performed on

each of the selected nodes:

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7. Based on the Trigger Type the wizard will prompt you to set the following

report values select :

File Name Prefix: Allocate an easily identifiable file name for your

Task (Applicable for COMTRADE, PQDIF & PQZIP)

Output Location: (Applicable for COMTRADE, PQDIF, PQZIP & PQS

Parameter Export) Select either -

Default: The default output location is where the PQSCADA

automatically saves the file, or

Manually: Save the file in a location of your choosing, by

utilizing the newly added feature Dynamic Folder Path in order

to more readily identify the folder location & file name.

Type of Data included in Report:

The definitions below outlines optional periods based on the Events,

Parameters & Resolution defined in the Template. These factors will

have a major impact on the amount of data reflected in the report. For

instance, events included in the report will include data prior & post

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the event according to that resolution. The higher the resolution with

multiple parameters, the more data is included in the report.

Therefore pay particular attention to the time period you choose for

your report & ensure that your system is able to support the file size.

Whole Time Period: The report includes the continuous

electrical information for the chosen time period, according to

the Pre-defined Resolution set in the Template. ENSURE THAT

YOUR SYSTEM CAN SUPPORT THE FILE SIZE. (Applicable for

COMTRADE & PQDIF)

Events Only: The report includes only events that occurred

during the selected time period. The duration of each event is

as per the Events, Parameters & Resolution defined in the

Template. (Applicable for COMTRADE & PQDIF)

Whole Time Period & Events: Report includes data for the

Whole Time Period & Events (as above) separately according to

the Events, Parameters & Resolution defined in the Template.

(Applicable for PQDIF only)

Enable PQView Compatibility: This will enable users of the

PQView Software application to view the PQDIF file in PQView

(Applicable for PQDIF only)

COMTRADE

VIEW

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PQDIF VIEW

PQZIP VIEW

NOTE NOTE NOTE

The maximum amount of samples allowed is 5 million. Should the

resolution as pre-defined in the template exceed this limit, the

PQSCADA will ignore this resolution & redefine a lower resolution to

comply with the limitation.

8. Select the manner in which you wish to be notified from the available

choices by Defining the Notification Type select :

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Enable Popups: Will deliver notifications on the Task completion via

Pop-ups on your screen

Enable E-Mail: Will send the report / notifications on the Task via listed

E-Mails (PRIOR TO INCLUDING THE LIST OF E-MAILS, ENSURE THAT THE

YOUR SERVER IS CONFIGURED WITH THE CORRECT SETTINGS IN ORDER

TO SEND E-MAILS).

SMS/Text: Will send the report / notifications on the Task via SMS/Text

messages to the listed Cell #'s (PRIOR TO INCLUDING THE LIST OF CELL

#'S, ENSURE THAT THE YOUR SERVER IS CONFIGURED WITH THE

CORRECT SETTINGS IN ORDER TO SEND SMS/Text Messages).

9. The wizard will now summarize your Task select to

conclude.

SEE ALSO:

Task Types

Task Triggering

About Adding a Task

Dynamic Folder Path

Add Notification Task

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Add Report Task

Add Device Firmware & Configuration Upgrade Task

Rerun Task

Modify Task

Delete Task

Monitoring Tasks

Task Log








For a complete video tutorial demonstration on Creating a

Report Task.

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PQS Parameter Export Task

This newly added task will provide a simple solution that delivers powerful Power

Quality Data. The task creates a report in (CSV/Excel) that in itself is highly

compatible, that includes parameters selected by the user, based on either a

schedule / event, at any desired resolution. In addition to creating a report that

can be integrated into any 3rd party system, the user defines the parameter &

resolution settings thereby determining the size & speed at which the file is

produced.

The configurations that you'll select during task procedure in creating this report will

determine the outcome of the file size. For instance, by selecting high resolution

parameters based on a period will produce enormous files. It is also an unrealistic choice

as the resolution ( 1/2 Cycle; Cycle by Cycle; 10/12 Cycles) will already include continuous

electrical information for chosen data within the report, without having to base it on a

period. Irrespectively, the PQSCADA will produce the report according to your selections &

a warning will appear when selecting the resolution:

ENSURE THAT YOUR SYSTEM CAN SUPPORT THE FILE SIZE. The wizard will ask you to

base your parameters on the following triggers:

Period: The report will include continuous electrical information for the chosen time period, according to the parameters & defined resolution.

Events Only: The report includes only events that occurred during the selected time period. The duration of each event is as per the selected events, parameters & defined resolution.

Period & Events: Report includes data for the Whole Time Period & Events (as above) separately according to the Events & Parameters at the defined resolution.

RECOMMENDED CONFIGURATION BASED ON THE TRIGGERS

Trigger Parameters

Period

Low Resolution

Energy

High Resolution*

Waveform & Digital IO*

Event Log

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NOTE NOTE NOTE

* The speed by which the report is produced & file size will be significantly influenced

should you select parameters (High Resolution, Waveform & Digital) as it is not

recommended to include these Parameters for the PERIOD. You will notice when

selecting the resolution, the system will automatically warn you regarding the number of

values to be included in the report:

SELECT THESE PARAMETERS ONLY WHEN NECESSARY FOR A SHORT PERIOD & ENSURE

THAT YOUR SYSTEM CAN SUPPORT THE FILE SIZE.

Events

Events

High Resolution

Waveform & Digital IO

Period & Events

For Period:

Low Resolution

Energy

Event Log

For Period:

Events

High Resolution

Waveform & Digital IO

TABLE 1 [TREND & ENERGY PARAMETERS INCLUDING

AGGREGATIONS]:

A PQS Parameter Report including parameters at low resolution reflects parameters

measured over time. The parameters will be based on an aggregated period as selected by

the user & will provide Min, Max & Average values.

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Parameter Calculation:

Trend Parameters

Parameters

RMS HRMS THD Crest-Factor

K-Factor Over Deviation Under Deviation Positive

Sequence

Negative Sequence Zero Sequence Unbalance Zero Unbalance

Active Power Reactive Power Apparent Power Power Factor

Harmonic RMS

Group 1-50

Harmonic % Group

2-50

Inter-Harmonic RMS

Group 1-50 Peak

Phasors Flickering * Frequency * Analog Input

Analog Output

* For Aggregations See Exceptions

Aggregation

Period

Base Data

1 Second Class A 10/12

3 Seconds Class A 10/12



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1 Minute Class A 10/12

2 Minutes Class A 10/12





1 Hour 10 Minutes

2 Hours 10 Minutes

* Exceptions

Frequency As per Device Settings

Flickering PST At Resampling: Resolution < 15 Minutes

Interpolation based on 10 Minute PST Data: Resolution = 15 Minutes

Min/Max: As per All other Parameter Calculations above

Average: As per PLT Calculation below

Flickering PLT At Resampling: Resolution < 15 Minutes

Interpolation based on 10 Minute Sliding Window PLT Data: Resolution = 15 Minutes

Resolution of Sliding Window Data: Resolution > 15 Minutes

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Energy Parameters

Parameters

Active In Active Out Reactive In Reactive Out

Apparent

Aggregation Period Base Data

5 Minutes As per Device Settings




1 Hour As per Device Settings

1 Day As per Device Settings

2 Month As per Device Settings

TABLE 2 [HIGH RESOLUTION PARAMETERS INCLUDING AGGREGATIONS]:

A PQS Parameter Report including High Resolution Parameters reflects a group of

parameters representing measured RMS parameters. The parameters will be based on

Manually Triggered / Event Based tasks only.

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High Resolution Parameters

Resolution Parameters

1/2 Cycle RMS

Cycle by Cycle RMS THD Active Power Reactive Power Apparent Power Power Factor

10/12 Cycles

Seconds

RMS THD Active Power Reactive Power Apparent Power Power Factor Harmonic RMS Group 1-50 Harmonic RMS % Group 1-50 Inter-Harmonic RMS Group 1-50

TABLE 3 [WAVEFORM & DIGITAL IO PARAMETERS]:

A PQS Parameter Report with Waveform Digital In/Out parameters selected reflects

measured waveform & digital data during a disturbance.


Waveform & Digital Input / Output Parameters

Resolution Parameters

16 Samples per Cycle







Waveforms:

Voltage Channels: V1, V2, V3, VN, V12, V23,

V31

Current Channels: I1, I2, I3, IN, I12, I23, I31








Digital Inputs - Inputs 1 to 24








Digital Outputs - Outputs 1 to 12

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CREATE A PQS PARAMETER EXPORT TASK:

1. Right click Tasks, then select Add Task or select Add Task from the Administration

Console tool bar. The Task Wizard is automatically launched which guides you

through a step-by-step process of creating a task:

2. Click the drop down button to select PQS Parameters Export Task assign a

Name for your task select :

3. Define the File's Output Definitions select :

File Output Format: Select either applicable option -

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CSV: Select the Applicable Deliminiter (. , : ; _ TAB) for Data Conversion

Excel:

Each Node will create a standalone excel file

Each Resolution in the requested period will be in a different sheet

Output Location: Select either -



Manually: Save the file in a location of your choosing, by utilizing the

newly added feature Dynamic Folder Path in order to more readily

identify the folder location & file name.

4. Select the applicable Trigger Type :

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5. Select the Type of Data (Applicable only to PQS Parameters Export) you would like

to include select (See recommended configuration for triggers)

Period: The report will include continuous electrical information for the chosen

time period, according to the parameters & defined resolution.

Events Only: The report includes only events that occurred during the selected

time period. The duration of each event is as per the selected events,

parameters & defined resolution.

Period & Events: Report includes data for the Whole Time Period & Events (as

above) separately according to the Events & Parameters at the defined

resolution.

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STEP 6 - MAKE THE FOLLOWING RECOMMENDED SELECTIONS:

SELECT PARAMETERS BASED ON PERIOD:

Select:

Enable Low Resolution Parameters

Define the Resolution - See Table 1 (The Number of Values will

automatically appear to the Right on your selection)

The applicable Parameters to be included by using the button

select :

Select:

Enable Energy Parameters



The applicable Energy Parameters to be included by using the

button select :

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NOTE NOTE NOTE

The speed by which the report is produced & file size will be significantly

influenced should you select the following parameters (High Resolution,

Waveform & Digital) as it is not recommended to include these

Parameters for the PERIOD. You will notice when selecting the

resolution, the system will automatically warn you regarding the number

of values to be included in the report:

SELECT THESE PARAMETERS ONLY WHEN NECESSARY FOR A SHORT

PERIOD & ENSURE THAT YOUR SYSTEM CAN SUPPORT THE FILE SIZE.

Select

Enable High Resolution Parameters



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select :

Select:

Enable Waveform & Digital IO Parameters




select :

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Enable the Event Log select the applicable Event(s) that you want to

include in your report to be included by using the button select

:

Proceed to Step 7

SELECT PARAMETERS BASED ON EVENT:

Select:

The applicable Events that will trigger the task by using the

button

Set the Pre Trigger Margins - Period prior event occurrence

Set the Post Trigger Margins - Period post event occurrence

select :

NOTE NOTE NOTE


influenced should the period configuration for the Pre & Post Trigger

Margins be based on extended periods. ENSURE THAT YOUR SYSTEM CAN

SUPPORT THE FILE SIZE.

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Select:

Enable High Resolution Parameters (Instantaneous Measured RMS

Parameters)



The applicable High Resolution Parameters to be included by using

the button select :

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Select:

Enable Waveform & Digital IO




select :

Proceed to Step 7

SELECT PARAMETERS BASED ON PERIOD & EVENT:

Select:

Enable Low Resolution Parameters




select :

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Select:

Enable Energy Parameters



The applicable Energy Parameters to be included by using the

button select :

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NOTE NOTE NOTE


influenced should you select the following parameters (High Resolution,

Waveform & Digital) as it is not recommended to include these

Parameters for the PERIOD. You will notice when selecting the

resolution, the system will automatically warn you regarding the number

of values to be included in the report:

SELECT THESE PARAMETERS ONLY WHEN NECESSARY FOR A SHORT

PERIOD & ENSURE THAT YOUR SYSTEM CAN SUPPORT THE FILE SIZE.

Select

Enable High Resolution Parameters




select :

Select:

Enable Waveform & Digital IO Parameters

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select :

Enable the Event Log select the applicable Event(s) that you want to

include in your report to be included by using the button select

:

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Select:

The applicable Events that will trigger the task by using the

button

Set the Pre Trigger Margins - Period prior event occurrence

Set the Post Trigger Margins - Period post event occurrence

select :

NOTE NOTE NOTE


influenced should the period configuration for the Pre & Post Trigger

Margins be based on extended periods. ENSURE THAT YOUR SYSTEM CAN


Select:

Enable High Resolution Parameters (Instantaneous Measured RMS

Parameters)



The applicable High Resolution Parameters to be included by using

the button select :

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Select:

Enable Waveform & Digital IO




select :

Proceed to Step 7

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7. Make the desired Node Selection select :

8. Select the manner in which you wish to be notified from the available choices by

Defining the Notification Type select :

Enable Popups: Will deliver notifications on the Task completion via Pop-ups on

your screen.

Enable E-Mail: Will send the report / notifications on the Task via listed E-Mails

(PRIOR TO INCLUDING THE LIST OF E-MAILS, ENSURE THAT THE YOUR SERVER

IS CONFIGURED WITH THE CORRECT SETTINGS IN ORDER TO SEND E-MAILS).


messages to the listed Cell #'s (PRIOR TO INCLUDING THE LIST OF CELL #'S,

ENSURE THAT YOUR SERVER IS CONFIGURED WITH THE CORRECT SETTINGS IN

ORDER TO SEND SMS/Text Messages).

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9. The wizard will now summarize your Task select to conclude:

SEE ALSO:

Task Types

Task Triggering

About Adding a Task

Dynamic Folder Path

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Add Report Task


Rerun Task

Modify Task

Delete Task

Monitoring Tasks

Task Log


TUTORIAL DEMONSTRATIONS:






For a complete video tutorial demonstration on Creating a Report

Task.

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Adding A Report Task

Elspec has now enhanced the previously Report Task as to display more detailed

information. The PQSCADA 4.2 & later versions now supports report functions that include:

The Fault Location Report that provides the estimated distance from the Main

Terminal to the fault.

Compliance Support Function: by which specific reports can be produced for

compliance purposes. Included in this function is the newly added FOL Norwegian

Report.

The Energy Report Task that combines total energy (produced/consumed) for a

site with a predefined TOU profile.

The Report System of the PQSCADA V4.2.2.2 is installed independently from the PQSCADA.

This allows the user to effectively manage the reporting system for the entire network.

Users simply select & install reports of relevance from any location.

NOTE, NOTE, NOTE ...

Prior to Installing the new PQSCADA V4.2.2.2 & the new Report Management

System all tasks related to report tasks, needs to be reconfigured from anew

Backup your old database prior to installing the new Report Management

System

Ensure that you have Installed the new Reports, in order to utilize this feature

TYPES OF QUALITY REPORTS:



GOST Report




ADDING A REPORT TASK FOR COMPLIANCE:

1. Right click Tasks, then select Add Task or select Add Task from the

Administration Console tool bar. The Task Wizard is automatically launched

which guides you through a step-by-step process of creating a task:

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NOTE NOTE NOTE

The maximum amount of samples allowed is 5 million. Should the

resolution as pre-defined in the template exceed this limit, the

PQSCADA will ignore this resolution & redefine a lower resolution to

comply with the limitation.

2. In the Task Wizard select Report Task, assign a Name for your task

select :

3. From the available Installed Reports select Applicable report select

:

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It is possible to select multiple nodes. By choosing multiple nodes, the task is

performed on each of the selected nodes.

6. Fill in the applicable Report Parameter Values:

Parameters

GMT Offset Time

Image Resolution

Language

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7. Based on the Trigger Type the wizard will prompt you to set the following

report values select :

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File Name Prefix: Allocate an easily identifiable file name for your

Task

Output Format: Acrobat pdf available at this time




Manually: Save the file in a location of your choosing, by

utilizing the newly added feature Dynamic Folder Path in order

to more readily identify the folder location & file name.



Parameters & Resolution defined in the Template. These factors will

have a major impact on the amount of data reflected in the report. For

instance, events included in the report will include data prior & post

the event according to that resolution. The higher the resolution with

multiple parameters, the more data is included in the report.

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Therefore pay particular attention to the time period you choose for

your report & ensure that your system is able to support the file size.

Whole Time Period: The report includes the continuous

electrical information for the chosen time period, according to

the Pre-defined Resolution set in the Template. ENSURE THAT

YOUR SYSTEM CAN SUPPORT THE FILE SIZE.

Events Only: The report includes only events that occurred

during the selected time period. The duration of each event is

as per the Events, Parameters & Resolution defined in the

Template.

Whole Time Period & Events: Report includes data for the

Whole Time Period & Events (as above) separately according to

the Events, Parameters & Resolution defined in the Template.




Pop-ups on your screen.




TO SEND E-MAILS).





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9. The wizard will now summarize your Task select to

conclude.

SEE ALSO:

About Add Task

Dynamic Folder Path

Add Export Task


Add Device Firmware & Configuration Update Task

Add PQS Parameters Export Task

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Task.

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Adding A Fault Location Report Task

As an addition to specialized Report Management System, Elspec has developed a

Fault Location Report that will display the estimated distance from the Main

Terminal to the Fault at the node.





System


DATA INCLUDED IN THE REPORT:

Names of the Terminals

Time the Fault Started

Time the Fault Ended

Line Information: R1, R0, L1, L0

Frequency Nominal

Line Distance (in Meters)

Fault Type: (A-Ground, B-Ground, A-B, A-B-C, etc)

Fault Graphs

Current & Voltage Waveforms

Distance Graphs

ADD THE FAULT LOCATION REPORT TASK:




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2. In the Task Wizard select Report Task, assign a Name for your task select

:

3. From the available Installed Reports select Fault location reports select

:

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5. Choose the Template by either Selecting an Existing Template (Elspec Site)

select . Or Define a New Template using :




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6. Fill in the following Report Parameter Values:

GMT TIME

Main Node (Node

Selected -

Components)

Load Node (Lode

additional Node)

Fault Type (See Table

1 - Parameters)

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Resolution (Higher the

Resolution the more

data is included -

Ensure you have

system capacity for

higher resolutions)

7. Based on the Trigger Type the wizard will prompt you to set the following report

values select :

File Name Prefix: Allocate an easily identifiable file name for your Task


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Parameters & Resolution defined in the Template. These factors will have a

major impact on the amount of data reflected in the report. For instance,

events included in the report will include data prior & post the event

according to that resolution. The higher the resolution with multiple

parameters, the more data is included in the report. Therefore pay

particular attention to the time period you choose for your report & ensure

that your system is able to support the file size.

Whole Time Period: The report includes the continuous electrical

information for the chosen time period, according to the Pre-defined

Resolution set in the Template. ENSURE THAT YOUR SYSTEM CAN


Events Only: The report includes only events that occurred during

the selected time period. The duration of each event is as per the

Events, Parameters & Resolution defined in the Template.

Whole Time Period & Events: Report includes data for the Whole

Time Period & Events (as above) separately according to the Events,

Parameters & Resolution defined in the Template.




your screen.






ENSURE THAT THE YOUR SERVER IS CONFIGURED WITH THE CORRECT

SETTINGS IN ORDER TO SEND SMS/Text Messages).

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9. The wizard will now summarize your Task select to conclude.

TABLE 1 PARAMETERS:

Parameters

R1 Positive Sequence Line Resistance per M (OHM/Km)

R0 Zero Sequence Line Resistance per M (OHM/m)

L1 Positive Sequence Line Inductance per M (OHM/Km)

L0 Zero Sequence Line Inductance per M (OHM/Km)

Nominal System Frequency

Line length Expressed in Meters

Auto Fault Location Type - Instructs the Engine to Identify the Fault Type

a-g Fault Location Type - Single Line to Ground Fault:

The faulted phase encounters voltage sag.

Two other un-faulted phases encounter voltage swell.

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b-g Fault Location Type - Double Line to Ground Fault (DLG):

The two faulted phases encounter voltage sag.

The other un-faulted phase encounters voltage swell.

c-a Fault Location Type - Line to Line Fault (LLF):

The two faulted phases encounter voltage sag.

The other un-faulted phase is unaffected.

SEE ALSO:

Task Types

Task Triggering

About Adding a Task

Dynamic Folder Path


Add Report Task

Adding A FOL Report Task

Add An Energy Task



Rerun Task

Modify Task

Delete Task

Monitoring Tasks

Task Log


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As an addition to specialized Report Management System, Elspec has developed a

Power Quality Report for the Norwegian Compliance Standard FOL.





System


DATA INCLUDED IN THE REPORT:

Summaries:

Power Quality Compliance

Power Quality Events

Detailed Information:

Voltage Frequency

Voltage Unbalance

RMS

Flicker Severity

Rapid Voltage Changes

Harmonics Voltage (THD)

Individual Harmonics Voltages

Events - Over / Under Voltages

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ADD THE FOL REPORT TASK:




2. In the Task Wizard select Report Task, assign a Name for your task select

:

3. From the available Installed Reports select Fault location reports select

:

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5. Choose the Template by either Selecting an Existing Template (Elspec Site)

select . Or Define a New Template using :




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6. Fill in the following Report Parameter Values:

GMT: GMT time offset

Line Nominal: Set Nominal Voltage of your Network

Show Rapid Voltage Changes at 24 Hour Sliding Window: Select option to display

rapid voltage changes table

Show Events details: Select option to display events table

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7. Based on the Trigger Type the wizard will prompt you to set the following report

values select :











Parameters & Resolution defined in the Template. These factors will have a

major impact on the amount of data reflected in the report. For instance,

events included in the report will include data prior & post the event

according to that resolution. The higher the resolution with multiple

parameters, the more data is included in the report. Therefore pay

particular attention to the time period you choose for your report & ensure

that your system is able to support the file size.

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Whole Time Period: The report includes the continuous electrical

information for the chosen time period, according to the Pre-defined

Resolution set in the Template. ENSURE THAT YOUR SYSTEM CAN


Events Only: The report includes only events that occurred during

the selected time period. The duration of each event is as per the

Events, Parameters & Resolution defined in the Template.

Whole Time Period & Events: Report includes data for the Whole

Time Period & Events (as above) separately according to the Events,

Parameters & Resolution defined in the Template.




your screen.








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TABLE 1 PARAMETERS:

Parameters

Frequency Frequency Based on 10 Seconds Data

RMS RMS Based on 10 Min Class A Data

Flicker PST Flickering Based on 10 Min Data

Flicker PLT Flickering Based on 2 Hours Data

Harmonics Harmonics Based on 10 Min Class A Data

Unbalance U2/U1 Based on 10 Min Data

THD THD Based on 10 Min Data

Over / Under Voltage Events Dips & Over Voltage

SEE ALSO:

Task Types

Task Triggering

About Adding a Task

Dynamic Folder Path


Add Report Task




Rerun Task

Modify Task

Delete Task

Monitoring Tasks

Task Log


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Add An Energy Task

Energy is produced and consumed within an electrical distribution system. Some sites

produce energy for the grid (Received Energy), others consume energy from the grid

(Delivered Energy), and still others both consume and produce energy for/from the grid.

The Energy Task produces a report that combines the TOU calendar profile with energy

produced/consumed for a site.

ADD AN ENERGY TASK:




2. Click the drop down button to select Energy Task, enter your own user defined

Task Name select :

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3. Select Trigger Type select :




4. Define the Data for the report select :

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Excel Template File: This template will serve as the base for which data will be

exported to. The template supplied to you by Elspec is divided into two parts. The

format of the base part includes: basic data (site & node name, time of recording

etc), TOU tariff type & data for each recording. The format of the second part

(based on data from the base part) may be customized to suit individual needs.

Elspec's template is in a billing format. The template is downloadable from Elspec's

Website or from the BLACKBOX installation disc (supplied with every device);

TOU File: This file will determine the TOU profile on which the report will be

based. The file is produced using the TOU utility;

Energy Duration: Select the duration for the Energy to be recorded that is based

on your Task Trigger (every 5, 10, 15, 30 & 60 minutes):

5. Define the Name & Output for the report select :

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Define the File Prefix of your choosing,

Select the File Output Location (either Default or Manual Option) If you select

the Manual Option in the text box add the applicable characters:

?N: For the Node's Physical Name; ?S: For the Site's Physical Name; ?P: For

the Node's Virtual Name; ?Q: For the Site's Virtual Name; ?Y: Year; ?M:

Month; ?D: Day; ?C: Date formatted as - dd_mm_yyyy 23_02_2012; ?T:

Time formatted as - hh_mm_ss 02_43_55;

Select in order to ensure that you have access to the Folder

Location of your choosing. Files will be created in the directory as per the

example above:

C:\PQS\2012\02\29\08_18_43\Elspec_Site_1\Elspec_Node_1

5. Select the manner in which you wish to be notified on the report execution from

the available choices by Defining the Notification Type select :

Enable Popups: Will deliver notifications on the report via Pop-ups on your

screen.

Enable E-Mail: Will send the report via listed E-Mails.(PRIOR TO INCLUDING

THE LIST OF E-MAILS, ENSURE THAT THE YOUR SERVER IS CONFIGURED WITH

THE CORRECT SETTINGS IN ORDER TO SEND E-MAILS).

SMS/Text: Will send notifications on the Task conclusion via SMS/Text messages

to the listed Cell #'s. (PRIOR TO INCLUDING THE LIST OF CELL #'S, ENSURE

THAT THE YOUR SERVER IS CONFIGURED WITH THE CORRECT SETTINGS IN

ORDER TO SEND SMS/Text Messages).

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SEE ALSO:

Task Types

Task Triggering

About Adding a Task

Dynamic Folder Path


Add Report Task





Rerun Task

Modify Task

Delete Task

Monitoring Tasks

Task Log


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Add A Notification Task

This Section is applicable only to Notification Tasks (See Task Types).




2. Click the drop down button to select Notification Task, enter your own

user defined Task Name select :

4. Select Event Trigger select :

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It is possible to select multiple nodes. By choosing multiple nodes, the task is performed on each of the selected nodes.

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7. Select the manner in which you wish to be notified on events from the

available choices by Defining the Notification Type select :

Enable Popups: Will deliver notifications on events via Pop-ups on your

screen as per the Events, Parameters & Resolution defined in the

Template.

Enable E-Mail: Will send the report / notifications on the events via

listed E-Mails as per the Events, Parameters & Resolution defined in the

Template. (PRIOR TO INCLUDING THE LIST OF E-MAILS, ENSURE THAT

THE YOUR SERVER IS CONFIGURED WITH THE CORRECT SETTINGS IN

ORDER TO SEND E-MAILS).


messages to the listed Cell #'s as per the Events, Parameters & Resolution

defined in the Template. (PRIOR TO INCLUDING THE LIST OF CELL #'S,



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8. The wizard will now summarize your Task select to conclude. SEE ALSO: SEE ALSO:

Task Types

Task Triggering

About Adding a Task

Dynamic Folder Path

Add Report Task



Add An Energy Task



Rerun Task

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Modify Task

Delete Task

Monitoring Tasks

Task Log

Terminate Task ExecutionTask Log






For a complete video tutorial demonstration on Creating a Task and

Template.

For a complete video tutorial demonstration on Creating a PQZIP

Export Task.


Task.

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Add A Device Firmware & Configuration Update Task

This Section is applicable only to Device Firmware & Configuration Update Tasks

(See Task Types).




2. Click the drop down button to select Device Firmware & Configuration

Update Task assign a Name for your task select :

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3. Select the following Update &/ Configuration options using the button

select :

Select Firmware File: Select the source file for Firmware Update.

Allow Downgrade: This option allows you to Update the Firmware

according to the file selection. SELECTING THIS OPTION ALLOWS

UPDATING THE FIRMWARE, EVEN IF THE FIRMWARE FILE IS AN OLDER

VERSION THAN WHAT IS ALREADY INSTALLED IN THE DEVICE.

Select Configuration File: This option allows you to configure a device on a

pre-defined configuration file.


It is possible to select multiple nodes. By choosing multiple nodes, the task is performed on each of the selected nodes.

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5. In order to review the results for upgrade(s) &/ configuration(s) that will be

done for several devices, a progress report is produced (Example). Define

the following values for the report select :


Output Location: It is possible to select the default output location or a

user defined (manual) location by utilizing the Browser button

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Pop-ups on your screen.




TO SEND E-MAILS).





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SEE ALSO:

Task Types

Task Triggering

About Adding a Task

Dynamic Folder Path

Add Export Task


Add Report Task


Rerun Task

Modify Task

Delete Task

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Monitoring Tasks

Task Log







Template.


Export Task.


Task.

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Rerun Tasks

You may re-execute any Task at any time by right-clicking the Task (Elspec

Task in our example), then select Rerun Task:

SEE ALSO:

About Tasks

Task Types

Task Triggering

Add Task

Rerun Task

Modify Task

Delete Task

Monitoring Tasks

Task Log






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Task and Template.


PQZIP Export Task.


Report Task.

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Modify Tasks

Right click the Task (Elspec Task in our example), then select Modify Task:

Follow the procedure in Add Task to make your applicable modifications.

SEE ALSO:

About Tasks

Task Types

Task Triggering

Add Task

Delete Task

Monitoring Tasks

Task Log


Rerun Task





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Task and Template.


PQZIP Export Task.


Report Task.

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Delete Tasks

Right click the Task (Test in our example), then select Delete Task, or

select Delete Task from the Administration Console tool bar:

SEE ALSO:

About Tasks

Task Types

Task Triggering

Add Task

Delete Task

Monitoring Tasks

Task Log


Rerun Task






Task and Template.

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PQZIP Export Task.


Report Task.

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Monitoring

The Monitoring bar (highlighted in yellow) displays the current status of the:

Status: The status of the task, (idle or running)

Last Operation: The last time the task was completed.

Next Operation: The next time the task is scheduled to run.

Result: The result of the last task operation. It is possible to view details in

Task Log.

SEE ALSO:

About Tasks

Task Types

Task Triggering

Add Task

Rerun Task

Modify Task

Delete Task

Task Log


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Template.


Export Task.


Task.

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Task Log

The Task Log displays all log entries for a give task defined by a date range. The logs entries can also be limited by a user defined number of records per task. In the lower part of the Event Viewer below, you can see each individual log entry, with its start time and result. In the Description column, it is possible to open the folder containing the log files.

SEE ALSO:

About Tasks

Task Types

Task Triggering

Add Task

Rerun Task

Modify Task

Delete Task

Monitoring Tasks


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Template.


Export Task.


Task.

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This option terminates a Task while it is in processing. The task will terminate when the server is available for termination.

You may terminate a Task at any time by right-clicking the Task select

Terminate current execution:

SEE ALSO:

About Tasks

Task Types

Task Triggering

Add Task

Rerun Task

Modify Task

Delete Task

Monitoring Tasks

Task Log

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Template.


Export Task.


Task.

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Templates

Templates are used to define the Events, Parameters, and Configurations for utilization by different tasks. By using templates, you can save the time of redefining all variables across multiple tasks. A single template can serve multiple tasks & in return the task will only utilize the necessary components from that template needed to execute the task. Summary of Template Components & Related Tasks:

Template

Components

Description Task Related

Events The event will trigger the Task All Tasks that are

event triggered

Parameters The parameters that will be included in

the Task

PQDIF

High

Resolution

The sampling resolution for waveform

parameters

PQDIF, COMTRADE

Low

Resolution

The sampling resolution for all other

parameters excluding waveform

parameters

PQDIF

Pre/Post

Trigger

Margin

The recording time of the Event ALL

Use the Template Creation Wizard to Add a Template.

SEE ALSO:

Modify Template

Delete Template

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Add A Template

1. Right click Templates, then select Add Templates or select Add Template

from the Administration Console tool bar. The Template Wizard is

automatically launched which guides you through a step-by-step process of

creating a Template.

2. Enter a name for the template in the Template Name window select

:

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3. Select an Event(s) from drop down list of Available Events, then click the

middle cursor button to move the selection(s) to Selected events. The

Selected Events now appear in the right pane.

4. Select a Parameter(s) from drop down list of Available Parameters, then

click the middle cursor button to move the selection(s) to Selected

Parameters (only relevant for PQDIF task).

5. Select the Event Trigger from Property Definitions Window.

6. Define Property Configurations using the Event Trigger Limitations window

(only relevant for PQDIF and Comtrade tasks).

7. Click to complete.

When exporting data to a PQDIF file, the parameters exported depend on the parameters in the selected template and the user selection at the end of the PQDIF wizard.





For a complete video tutorial demonstration on Creating a Task

and Template.

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Select Events

Open Available Events & select any item Double Click or alternatively

use the / buttons in order to transfer items to & from Available &

Selected Events:

Select & go on to the next step Select Parameters.






and Template

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Select Parameter

After Event Selection:

Open Available Parameters & select any item Double Click or

alternatively use the / buttons in order to transfer items to &

from Available & Selected Parameters:

Select & go on to the next step Select Event Trigger.






and Template.

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Select Event Trigger

After Parameter Selection:

Select the Associated Triggers for the Event:

Available Triggers:

Start of the Event: Selecting this option will register the associated

task at the beginning of an event.

End of the Event: Selecting this option will register the associated

task at the end of an event.

Start & End of the Event: Selecting this option will register the

associated task at the beginning & the end of an event.

Select & go on to the next step Select Parameters.






and Template

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Define Property Configurations

The Define Property Configurations allows you to define the configuration parameters for all events. Some of the parameters are changing rapidly in a given time unit while others change less often. Therefore we need to provide those parameters that change frequently with a higher resolution, hence the “High resolution” definition. The parameters which change less often in a given time unit may be represented with a lower resolution, hence the “Low resolution” parameter. Which parameters will be represented in High Resolution and which in Low Resolution are preset in the PQSCADA manager.

Enter the Respected Configurations & use the where needed:

High Resolution: Primarily used for short time intervals

(waveforms). In our example we use 6400 which is calculated from

50Hz * 128 samples per cycle.

Low Resolution: Primarily used for longer time intervals (minutes,

seconds). In our example we select 1.0 update per second rate.

Pre-Trigger Margin: An additional time period (margin) is taken

before the trigger is scheduled.

Post-Trigger Margin: An additional time period (margin) is taken

after the trigger is scheduled.

When concluded, click to create the template:

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and Template.

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Modify Template

Right click the template select Modify Template.

Make the necessary changes by using the Add Template Procedure.

SEE ALSO:

Add Template

Delete Template

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Delete Template

Right click the Template (Test in our example) select Delete Template

/ select Delete Template from the Administration Console tool bar.

SEE ALSO:

Add Template

Modify Template

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Preferences

In the Administration Console, the global Preferences for the software are

established in this section. From the Administration Console select Preferences:

The following preferences can be configured:

General Preferences

Regional Settings Preferences

Security Settings - See Also Encryption

File Upload Settings - See Also PQZIP Upload Manager

Appearance Preferences

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General Preferences

Reset Default Settings: Pressing the Load button restores all of the system

default settings.

Minimize to System Tray: The PQSCADA icon will reside in the bottom

system tray when minimized. Double click the icon to restore the window.

(Default is unchecked)

Hide Splash Screen: The opening splash screen does not appear when

launching the program. This may be essential in some cases when connected

remotely to a computer running the management console. (default is

unchecked)

SEE ALSO:

About Preferences

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Language: A selection of regional languages.

Time Settings: Change this setting if you would like to see all dates and

time according to a different time zone (User Defined Time according to

GMT). The default is System time.

SEE ALSO:

About Preferences

General Preferences




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Security Settings

Selecting this preference will take you directly to the Activation of the SSL protocol (Secure Socket Layer) for enabling secure, encrypted communication between PQSCADA Management Studio and Investigator which are both client software, and the PQSCADA Server. Furthermore, the certificate can also provide proof of the server’s identity should the administrator choose to purchase and install a commercial certificate from a trusted CA. The new PQSCADA Installation (V4.1 +) includes a certificate for a SSL protocol. This is in addition to the newly added Security Module for the PQSCADA & may used independently or in combination with this module.

NOTE NOTE NOTE

Prior to changing these settings, please follow the Encryption Procedure.

With Https 3 levels of security, set the applicable Preference Level click

:

Preference Levels:

Low Level: Discards any errors which may occur due to an invalid certificate.

Medium Level: May identify when an invalid certificate is being used, but will ask

the user to accept the invalid certificate.

High Level: Requires a valid certificate & will not proceed if it is not present.

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SEE ALSO:

About Preferences

General Preferences





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File Upload Settings

With this newly added feature you can now upload PQZIP files from a different

folder location other than the incoming folder to any selected Node. Meaning

PQZIP files located on the PQS Server's incoming folder / PQZIP files recorded by

other BLACKBOX devices can now be uploaded in this manner. Selecting this

preference will allow you to control the number of concurrent file(s) being

uploaded to the server simultaneously. This is very helpful when you are uploading

a large number of files to the server. In addition, you may also with this

preference show /eliminate the display of popup notifications after each

successful download.

Select the File Upload Settings Tab, & set the your choice of preference in:

Maximum Concurrent Uploads &

Enable/Disable finished uploads popups click :

SEE ALSO:

About Preferences

General Preferences




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Select Skin: This option allow you to select the background color of the GUI. PQS

Default is black; alternatively you may also select a light blue background.

Refresh Screen: How often the screen is refreshed with new data. Lowering this

value will result in a faster refresh rate, but will also cause the management studio

to use more system resources. The default is: 1000 ms.

Popup Settings:

Maximum Displayed Popups: This option allows you to set the maximum

number of Popup Notifications you want to be displayed on your screen.

Enable Beep with Popup: You may set a beep sound for when a popup

appears. The file needs to be in WAVE format with PCM encoding &

therefore end with *.wav.

Enable Font Correction: This allows the software to correct some font issues with

certain Operating Systems.

SEE ALSO:

About Preferences

General Preferences


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Maps

A view which enables you to visually manage the locations of nodes contained

within a site by dragging the nodes within the Site MAP. The background for the

MAP is an external image file that is imported into the PQSCADA software using

Site Image Configuration.

Each BLACKBOX image contained within the MAP represents an individual node

within the Site. The Node (Elspec Node 1) that is highlighted in the Components

section has a corresponding highlight (yellow) on the MAP. The images can be

placed anywhere on the background image (MAP) by simply dragging and dropping

with the mouse.

SEE ALSO:

Map Tools

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Map Tools

The Map functions allow you to change the transparency of the image and/or

convert to a full screen image view.

Each BLACKBOX image contained within the MAP represents an individual node

within the Site. The Node (Elspec Node 1) that is highlighted in the Components

section has a corresponding highlight on the MAP. The images can be placed

anywhere on the background image (MAP) by simply dragging and dropping with

the mouse.

SEE ALSO:

Maps

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Notifications Viewer

The Notification Viewer is a tool for managing the notifications created by a

site(s). Using this tool, you can manage multiple notifications simultaneously

created by any Task that you requested to receive notifications for. You can also

acknowledge multiple notifications.

Right click the Server or Site select Notifications Viewer.

The Notification Viewer window appears:

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Include attachments: Clicking on a specific line you can see the attachment

in the attachments area (if the check box is checked).

Select/Deselect: Right clicking the Notification entry allows you to select or

de-select all notifications entries.

Please note the highlighted Notification entry appears in the right hand pane.

SEE ALSO:

Disable Pop-Up Notifications

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Disable Pop-Up Notifications

This feature allows you to manage & disable multiple notifications no longer needed.

Right click the Server or Site select Notifications Viewer.

The Notification Viewer window appears:

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Select/Deselect: Right clicking the Notification entry allows you to select or de-select all notifications entries.

Select the button to Disable all the selected notifications

not to receive the selected Pop-up Notifications:

SEE ALSO:


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Components

The PQSCADA software utilizes components to represent the physical location of

devices or groups of devices. The Graphical User Interface of the application uses a

tree-like file structure to Expand and Collapse the representation of the

components. Components can also be imported from previous versions of PQSCADA

and upgraded to be used in the current version. The main viewing area of the

PQSCADA Graphic User Interface contains all of the Servers, Nodes and Sites. These

are referred to as the components.

SEE ALSO:

Component Functions

Servers

Sites

Nodes

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Server

The PQSCADA server is the heart of the BLACKBOX data management and analysis system. See PQSCADA Server for more details. The following functions may be performed on the Server:

Connect to a Server or additional Servers

Add a Server

Delete a Server

Configure a Server

Copy a Link

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Add A Server

In order to manually add a server(s), right click at "Server is Missing". The

Add Server Dialog Box appears:

Select Database Engine: Identifies the database ending as an SQL type

server

SQL Express Install Button: Launches an automatic installation of the SQL

server where most parameters are pre-configured. We recommend using SQL

Express only for evaluation purposes. Only active if existing database is not

recognized.

Browser Button: Allows you to search for an available database server

Engine Name: The name assigned to the server database engine

User Name: The name of the user as defined for the database server (For

SQL Express installed from the CD, the user name is sa)

Password: User Defined (For SQL Express installed from the BLACKBOX CD,

the password is PQSpqs12345).

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Test Button: Will test & validate the connection in order to ensure that the

details including the Password for the Database Engine are correct.

We recommend putting SQL on the Local Server; however you may access a remote database through the Network Server's tab. In order to add the database, double click the desired database (we are using an SQLEXPRESS database in our example).

NOTE NOTE NOTE

Ensure that all the prerequisites Software Programs are installed prior

to installing SQL Express

You need to select the button, in order to run the full

validation process. This is especially applicable in the event that you

may have entered an incorrect password. As such the validation

process will be incomplete & the PQSCADA system will prohibit you

from performing certain actions.

SEE ALSO:

Connect to Server

Delete a Server

Configure a Server

Copy a Link

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Connect to Server

PQSCADA V 4.1 & later versions features a support a connection to multiple servers.

In the main window select the Administration Console. Either right click

select Connect to Server or select Connect to Server tab:

The Add Server dialog box appears:

For the URL Select & Add:

HTTP - Is the default method of communicating with the server. The

software uses HTTP port 80 as the default port to communicate with

the Node.

HTTPS - Is the combination of the Hypertext Transfer Protocol

(outlined above) with the SSL protocol to provide encrypted

communication and secure identification of a network web server.

See Encryption.

net.pipe - Improves the connection in case that the server is a local

connection. This option will speed up the http connection.

Precise URL address of the Server. In this example the Url address

for the HTTP connection is localhost/PQS.

Select button.

Should the test for the connection be successful, the message will appear:

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Select & to connect to the server.

In order add additional servers, select the Administration Console. Connect

to any other additional servers by simply selecting Connect to Server tab:

Follow the procedure outlined above using the Add Server dialog box

When you have concluded the procedure, all the added servers will be

displayed in the Components Column:

SEE ALSO:

Add a Server Manually

Delete a Server

Configure a Server

Copy a Link

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Delete Server

Prior to deleting the server, you will need to Delete the Site(s) & Node(s). The

server can then be deleted by simply selecting the Server (PQS Server in our

example) Select Delete Server Database in the in the components window

of the Administration Console:

The Remove Server dialog box appears:

Remove Database: This option allows you to retain or remove the existing database.

Delete Base Folder: Allows you to retain or delete the base folder for the Server.

SEE ALSO:

Connect to Server


Configure a Server

Copy a Link

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General Server Configuration

The server can be custom configured according to your requirements. The possible configuration options are:

Automatic Maintenance

Enable Logger Shrinkage

Security

E-Mails

SMS/Text

Report Management

Right clicking on the Server (PQS Server in our example) or double-clicking on

the Server itself will navigate you to the Server Configuration window & in

default will open the General window:

You may allocate a new Server Name, or alternatively -

Select should you wish to revert to the factory

default settings click .

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Set the Automatic Maintenance settings by selecting the Automatic

Maintenance Tab:

Enable Database Maintenance: If this is checked, then the operations below occur:

Re-Index: Each table in the database may have one or more indexes. After some

time these indexes get fragmented which makes operation on the database take

longer. Re-index reorganizes these tables and makes the database faster.

Truncate Log: Each database works with 2 files; Data and log. If you are not

doing “SQL transactional backup”, then you should turn this ON.

Shrink Log: Truncate log only sets the log file to begin from the start but does

not free up the log file space. Shrink log deletes all the unneeded information in

the log file.

Shrink Database: After some time the database gets fragmented (not disk

fragmentation) or has data that is marked for deletion but is not actually deleted

from the physical disk. This operation reorganizes the database file on the disk

and makes the whole database operation faster.

Remove Null Rows: This newly added operation automatically compacts database

files with "null row values".


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NOTE NOTE NOTE

If you have a database administrator or a maintenance plan, NONE should be checked as the DBA has his own maintenance plan. If you don’t have a DBA, then 1,2,3, and 5 should be checked (if you are not doing an SQL transaction backup). Shrink Database (4) is a very expensive operation that can take hours to finish and slows the database considerably when executing. The database log file and the logs/notifications that exist in PQSCADA are not related in any way.

SEE ALSO:

General About Configuring a Server


Security

E-Mails

SMS/Text

Report Management

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Logger

PQSCADA 4.1 & later versions, now features setting an automatic log for database

shrinkage.

Enable the Logger Shrink by selecting the Logger Tab:

Enable Logger Shrink: enables you to set an automatic log either or, or both by –

Shrink Logger By Time: Set periodic log to automatically compact the database.

Shrink Logger By Rows: Set an automatic log according to number of rows within

the database file for database compacting.


Select should you wish to revert to the factory default

settings click .

SEE ALSO:



Security

E-Mails

SMS/Text

Report Management

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E-Mail

PQSCADA is capable of sending e-mail notifications from an E-Mail account. This

section is to establish the specifics of the sender's account.

Set the E-Mail settings by selecting the E-Mail Tab:

Complete the necessary fields:

E-Mail Settings

Proxy Settings

Test the Settings by entering the applicable e-mail address click




SEE ALSO:




Security

SMS/Text

Report Management

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SMS/Text

This section defines the configuration settings for a modem which will transmit an

SMS/Text message.

Set the SMS/Text settings by selecting the SMS/Text Tab:

Complete the necessary fields:

Modem Settings

Test the Settings by entering the applicable (Mobile # - without spaces or

characters) click .

MODEM SETTINGS

The modem settings are pre-defined for communicating with the BLACKBOX

device. Any of these settings can be changed at any time. If you experience

difficulty after making any customized settings, you may revert to the factory

default settings by selecting Restore Default Values

click .

SEE ALSO: General About Configuring a Server



Security

E-Mails

Report Management

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Report Management

With PQSCADA V4.2.2.2 the PQS Server & Management Studio can be

installed independently on two different computers. This increases the

flexibility & accessibility of the PQSCADA 4.2. As part of this development

the Report System is installed independently from the PQSCADA. This allows

the user to effectively manage the reporting system of the entire network.

Users simply select & install reports of relevance from any location. The

Reports are installed separately from the PQSCADA Management Studio on

Elspec's Website. In addition an automated installation is available on the

BLACKBOX Disc (enclosed with every unit). After you have installed the new

PQSCADA 4.2, you will need to install the new Reports. The following

procedure describes the installation process. The installed reports of your

choosing can be viewed on the Server's Configuration.

NOTE NOTE NOTE

Prior to installing the new PQSCADA V4.2.2.2 & the new Report Management System all

tasks related to report tasks, needs to be reconfigured from anew. Ensure that you

backup your Database prior to installing the new PQSCADA version in order not to lose

previous data.

ADD A NEW FOLDER PATH:

After you have opened the Server Configuration, Open the Report Path Tab:

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Select , & in the dialog box add the new Folder Location

select in order to add the Path. The path will

now appear Folder section:

NOTE NOTE NOTE

You will not be able to delete the Default folder locations, only the newly added path

REVIEW INSTALLED REPORTS:

Install the reports from the Preferred Location (As outlined above)

Click every time you installed a new report & the Installed

Reports can be now reviewed:

SEE ALSO: General About Configuring a Server



Security

E-Mails

SMS/Text

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Copy Link

This feature copies the URL link of the server directly into an Investigator application.

On the main viewing area in the Component Column select a Component

right-click select Copy Link:

Open the Investigator Application, select File Add Node or Site

Paste the link in Dialog Box by right-clicking on your mouse select

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SEE ALSO:

Connect to Server


Delete a Server

Configure a Server

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Site - Description

The SITE is a software component (logical representation) of a physical location(s) which represent a group of Nodes (devices). The Server (Local Computer) is the representation of the physical machine (on which the PQSCADA server application is installed).

The purpose of a SITE is to organize the Nodes by a common set of characteristics (i.e. location). For each monitored device, a Node must be created.

All of the following can be performed on a Site:

Add a Site

Remove a Site

Configure a Site

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Add Site

Right click the Server (PQS Server in our example), then select Add Site or

select Add Site in the components window of the Administration Console.

This opens the Add Site window. All parameters are seen here for the

existing SQL Server including user defined Username and Password (For SQL

Express installed from the CD, the user name is sa and password is

PQSpqs12345).

Note the Set Defaults option will include the default settings of the

Database Engine.

The Save Settings box is selected which means that all parameters will be

retained for all future sites added to this server.

You are only prompted to enter a Name under Properties for the site in this

window (it may be changed at any time).

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Click to conclude.

SEE ALSO:

Site Description

Add Site

Delete Site

Site Configuration





For A Video Demonstration of the Adding a Site.

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Delete Site

Prior to deleting the site, you will need to Delete all the Node(s) within that site. Right

click on any Site (PQS Site in our example) select Delete or select Delete Site in

the components window of the Administration Console:

This opens the Remove Site dialog box:

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Remove Database: This option allows you to retain or remove the existing

database.

Delete Base Folder: Allows you to retain or delete the base folder for the

Server.

Select to conclude.

SEE ALSO:

Site Description

Add Site

Site Configuration

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Site - Configuration

Basic Configuration of the Site can be performed from the Site Configuration window:

Name Configuration

Image Configuration

Right click the Site select Configuration.

SEE ALSO:

Site Description

Add Site

Delete Site

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Name Allocation

Name: The user defined name for the site (may be changed)

Description: A user defined description for the site (not mandatory)

Click to conclude or go on to the next step Image Selection

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Image Selection

Image for Site: Here a user selected image can be imported from your local

computer to represent each site. An icon of the BLACKBOX device is

automatically placed on the background. This configuration parameter is

used in conjunction with the Map feature.

Check to clear image: This will remove the image and allow you to use a

different image or none at all.

TO IMPORT THE IMAGE:

1. To import the image for the site, click the button, then select the image file to import.

2. Click when finished.

3. The image can now be viewed on the MAP page.

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Node - Description

A Node is a logical representation of the physical device location that performs all

of the following functions:

Retrieves and de-compresses the PQZIP files

Parses and stores the data into the correct database.

Calculates queries in real time.

All of the following can be performed on a Node:

Add a Node

Remove a Node

Configure a Node

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Add Node

Individual or multiple Nodes can be added to Sites using the Add Node command.

Alternatively you may add a server, site, and node using the component wizard in

the Getting Started chapter.

Right click the Site (Elspec Site), then select Add Node or select Add Node

in the components window of the Administration Console. This opens the

Add Node window:

All parameters are seen here for the existing SQL Server including user

defined Username and Password (For SQL Express installed from the CD, the

user name is “sa” and password is “PQSpqs12345”). Note the Save

Settings box is selected which means that all parameters will be retained

for all future nodes to be added to this server. You are prompted to enter a

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Name and Device IP address using the button. The device and name may

be changed at any time.

Note the GMT Offset where you set the local time in relation to Greenwich

Mean Time (GMT). The browser button opens the Select Device dialog box

which displays all devices on the LAN.

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Multiple nodes can be selected by holding down the Ctrl key and clicking

the left mouse button for each desired device(s):

Select to refresh the page / to make your selection

to conclude.

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For A Video Demonstration of Adding a Node.

SEE ALSO:

Remove a Node

Configure a Node

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Remove Node

Individual or multiple Nodes can be deleted from Sites using the Delete Node

command.

Right click the Node (E Name in this example), then select Delete or select

Delete Node in the components window of the Administration Console.

This opens the Remove Node dialog box:

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Remove Database: This option allows you to retain or remove the existing

database.

Delete Base Folder: Allows you to retain or delete the base folder for the

Server.

Select to conclude.

SEE ALSO:

Node Description

Add Node

Node Configuration

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Node - Configuration

Each Node can be individually configured to collect data from the device according to pre-set parameters and settings. There are the following configurable parameters for Node configuration.

General Configuration

Device Configuration

Download Schedule Configuration


Folders Configuration

Database Configuration

Double-click on the Node to open the Node Configuration window directly,

or alternatively right-click the Node (Elspec Node in our example), then

select Configuration:

SEE ALSO:

Node Description

Add Node

Remove Node

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General

After “Configuration” has been selected the Node Configuration window will open.

Select the General Tab:

Enter:

Name: A user defined name for the node (device)

Description: A user defined description for the node (device).

GMT Offset: The local time established for recording in relation to Greenwich Mean

Time (GMT).

SEE ALSO:

Node Configuration






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Device


To configure the device settings elect the Device Tab:

Enter:

IP Address: Enter the IP address of the device or use the search window browser.

User Name: Each device is shipped with a default user name (ftpuser) as above.

This name corresponds to the FTP login name set in the firmware of the device

(Access Setup section). If you wish to change the user name here, then it also must

be changed in the firmware.

Password: The password corresponds to the user name above. It should be changed

according to the device password. (The default password as shown above is

ftppassword).

Device PQZIP Folder Path: The specific path where the PQZIP folders are stored on

the device. We do not recommend changing this setting.

FTP Protocol: The default setting is Passive.

Select to complete the Device Configuration.

SEE ALSO:

Node Configuration






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Download Schedule


To set the download schedule select the Download Schedule Tab:

ENTER:

Periodic Time to Get File: This is a user defined setting to determine the interval of time to retrieve the PQZIP file(s) from the device. If multiple files exist, this setting is not relevant and there will be no delay.

Download Schedule: The specific days and times to perform the file retrieval.

Limit Download Time Range: Specifies which files are downloaded that meets a specific date criteria. Enabling this parameter will exclude files that do not fall in the specified time range.

File Download Mode: This is a factory setting that should not be changed.

Select to set the Download Schedule.

SEE ALSO:

Node Configuration






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Parameters


Configure the Parameters for this Node by selecting the Parameters Tab:

By default, only Cycle by Cycle Waveform is selected. The selection is not permanent therefore you may add more parameters in the future and may recalculate with new parameters.

Select the Desired Calculation Groups click .

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Cycle by Cycle Calculation Group

Definition CPU

Usage

Database

Capacity

Cycle by Cycle RMS – Voltage/Current.

HRMS – Voltage/Current.

THD – Voltage/Current.

Crest Factor –

Voltage/Current.

K-Factor – Current.


Voltage/Current.


Voltage/Current.



Active Power

Reactive Power

Apparent Power

Power Factor

Frequency 200ms (Device

frequency)

Low Low

Waveform Waveforms High Low

Frequency Cycle by Cycle Frequency High Low


Current Harmonics



Medium Medium


Harmonics

Harmonics Only

Fundamental Only

Low Low

Statistics Frequency

Frequency Cycle by Cycle

Low High

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IEC61000-4-30 Definition CPU

Usage

Database

Capacity

IEC61000-4-30 RMS Voltage

Over / Under Deviation

THD

Frequency 10 Sec

Unbalanced

High Low

Current RMS – Current

HRMS – Current

THD – Current

Crest Factor –Current


Current


Current

U2/U1 –Current

U0/U1 –Current

Over Deviation – Current

Under Deviation – Current

High Low

Inter-Harmonics Spectrum Voltage

Spectrum Current (Only if

Current is selected)


Voltage


Current (Only if Current is

selected)

Inter-Harmonics Angle (Only

if Current is selected)

Inter-Harmonics Phasors

(Only if Current is selected)

High High

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IEC61000-4-30 Definition CPU

Usage

Database

Capacity


Current Harmonics (Only if




Medium High

Non-Standard

Parameters

Non-Standard Parameters

(Only if Current is selected)

Medium Low


Harmonics (Only if Current is

selected)

Harmonics Only (Only if


Fundamental Only (Only if


Medium Low

Aggregation Frequency 3 sec. Aggregation

Frequency Aggregation at 10

min. & 2 Hours

Medium High

Statistics Definition CPU

Usage

Database

Capacity

Group Statistics Frequency Statistics

RMS Statistics

THD Statistics

Active Power Statistics

Reactive Power Statistics

Apparent Power Statistics

Power Factor Statistics

Low High

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SEE ALSO:

Node Configuration






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Folders


Set Folder(s) size limits by selecting the Folders Tab:

Incoming Folder Size Limit: The size of the temporary folder where the PQZIP

files are stored while they are waiting to be processed. The default is 2 GB,

although this can be changes according to your available system resources. All

original PQZIP files are deleted after they are processed unless they are backed up.

Backup Folder Size Limit: To enable this feature, check the Backup Folder Size

Limit check-box. This sets the size of the backup folder where all good PQZIP files

can be archived. When the file folder reaches its limit, the oldest files will be

deleted first.

Bad Files Folder Size Limit: The size of the bad file folder where all bad PQZIP

files are kept. A file status (good or bad) is determined when the file is processed.

Set the desired Folder Size Limits click .

SEE ALSO:

Node Configuration






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Database


Configure the Database Settings by selecting the Database Tab:

Allow Truncate Data Automatically: Enabling this feature allows the Node

to truncate older data once the database size limit is reached.

Limit Data Size in Database: Enabling this feature limits the amount of data

in the database to the specified amount. If this limit is reached and "Auto

truncate" is not enabled, then the Node won't parse any Node files until data

is deleted manually.

Limit Aggregated Data Time in Database: Enabling this feature limits the

amount of data in the database to the specified time duration. If this limit is

reached and "Auto truncate" is not enabled, then the Node won't parse any

Node files until data is deleted manually.

Set the desired Database Size Limits click .

SEE ALSO:

Node Configuration






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Device IP

By right clicking the device in the Device IP Column allows you to:

Open the Web Browser

Open the FTP Site containing the PQZIP files on the device

Change the IP Setup or other Configuration parameters for the device

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Open In

The Open Function has two purposes:

It allows you to enter the Website directly:

It allows you to enter the FTP Site where all PQZIP files are stored. This

option allows you to manually download the files:

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Component Functions

The Graphical User Interface of the application uses a tree-like file structure to the representation of the Components. Components can also be imported from previous versions of PQSCADA and Upgrading to be used in the current version. The component functions can be broken down as follows:

Common Functions (Functions that are relevant for all components (Expand,

Collapse, Upgrade, and Moving Components)

Specific Functions:

Server (Only relevant for the server)

Site (Only relevant for the site)

Node (Only relevant for the node)

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Collapse

Components such as the Server and Site can be made to view more easily by collapsing the

component tree. This is accomplished by:

Clicking the (-) sign next to the component (PQS Server in this example):

To collapse only to the 1st Level, right click the desired component, then select Collapse:

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Expand

Components such as the Server and Site can be viewed to reveal sub-components quite

easily by expanding the component tree. This is accomplished by:

Clicking the (+) sign next to the component (PQS Server in this example):

Right click the desired component select Expand:

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Moving Components

The PQSCADA software offers a user friendly hierarchical Site construction view. A

very large Site can be broken down into smaller sub-Sites. In each Sub-Site, it is

possible to create Sub-Nodes. In this way, the structure and GUI of the Main

viewing area in PQSCADA most accurately represent the actual electrical grid

architecture.

The PQSCADA allows you to change the logical location of Nodes and Sites with

drag and drop convenience, to parallel a physical change. It is possible to move

entire Sites underneath other Sites as well as moving individual Nodes to other

Sites as well as other Nodes.

Moving Components: This is done very simple by clicking the component with

the left mouse button, then by dragging it to the new location. You will only be

able to do this by Unlocking your components - see Administration Console for

more details.

SEE ALSO:

Component Functions

Collapse

Expand

Upgrade Components





For a Video Demonstration on Moving Components.

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Upgrade Components

We recommend that you upgrade all sites and nodes together for each server; however

you may choose to upgrade individually as well. As shown below Elspec Site and Elspec

Node appear but are not yet upgraded or active.

To upgrade all sites and nodes for a server, right click the server (PQS Server in our example), then select Upgrade:

The Site (Elspec Site) and Node (E Name) have been upgraded and now appear under PQS Server:

SEE ALSO:

Component Functions

Collapse

Expand

Moving Components

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Encryption – About

PQSCADA V4.1 & later versions supports the SSL protocol (Secure Socket Layer) for

enabling secure, encrypted communication between PQSCADA Management Studio

and Investigator which are both client software, and the PQSCADA Server.

Furthermore, the certificate can also provide proof of the server’s identity should

the administrator choose to purchase and install a commercial certificate from a

trusted CA.

This is in addition to the newly added Security Module & may be used

independently or in combination with this module.

In order to enable encrypted communication, please follow the steps as they are

listed below:

Installing the SSL Certificate

Binding the Certificate

Configuring PQSCADA to use SSL

Change the Communication Binding

SEE ALSO:

Security Module

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Install the SSL Certificate

Open a Run box ( & R) type MMC Enter

A MMC window will open. Press Ctrl+M, and the Add or Remove Snap-ins

window will appear. Double-click Certificates:

In the Certificate Snap-in window, select Computer Account select

select Local Computer :

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Select Ok to close the Add or Remove Snap-ins window:

Expand Certificates node right-click Personal select All Tasks

Import:

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The Certificate Import Wizard will open. Select on the first

page Browse on the second. You will need to browse to PQSCADA’s

installation directory, and select the PQS Authority.pfx file:

On the next page, you will be asked to supply a password for the private

key. The password is PQSpqs12345:

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Select twice .

Go on to the next step Bind the Certificate

SEE ALSO:

About Encryption




Security Module

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Bind the Certificate

After the SSL Certificate has been installed, it needs to be binded to the SSL port. The SSL Default Port is 443.

Follow the binding procedure according to your operating system:

FOR WINDOWS XP / SERVER 2003 - HTTPCFG.EXE.:

This utility is part of the Windows Support Tools Package (KB838079). You will need to

download this package and install it. Make sure that in the installation wizard you select

the Complete Installation Option.

Follow the following steps:

1. Open a Command Prompt window

2. Type httpcfg query ssl Enter

3. If the result is Empty, meaning that no certificate is currently binded to port

443 & you may therefore proceed directly to Step 4. Should a certificate be

already binded to port 443, verify whether or not it is needed. If not, you may

remove it by entering the following (replace the relevant section in the

command with the Thumbprint of the current certificate):

httpcfg delete ssl -i 0.0.0.0:443 -h <the thumbprint of the current

certificate>

The result should read code 0.

4. In order to Bind the SSL Certificate to Port 443 type the following:

httpcfg set ssl -i 0.0.0.0:443 -h

0d64dfe8ce0498450c5a52eb9f73f52c7bafc595 -f 2

FOR WINDOWS VISTA / 7 - NETSH.EXE.:

1. Open an Elevated Command Prompt.

2. Type netsh http show sslcert Enter

3. If the result is Empty, meaning that no certificate is currently binded to port

443 & you may therefore proceed directly to Step 4. Should a certificate be

already binded to port 443, verify whether or not it is needed. If not, you may

remove it by entering the following (replace the relevant section in the

command with the Thumbprint of the current certificate):

netsh http delete sslcert ipport=0.0.0.0:443

The result should read code 0.

4. In order to Bind the Server's Certificate with Port 443 type the following:

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netsh http add sslcert ipport=0.0.0.0:443

certhash=0d64dfe8ce0498450c5a52eb9f73f52c7bafc595 appid={00000000-

0000-0000-0000-000000000000} clientcertnegotiation=disable

Go on to the next step Configure PQSCADA to use SSL

SEE ALSO:

About Encryption




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Configure PQSCADA to use SSL

After the Certificate has been Binded, you will need to configure PQSCADA in order

to use SSL. This is done by modifying the PQS.Server.WinService.exe.config file

that is located in PQSCADA's installation folder.

SERVER:

Open the PQS.Server.WinService.exe.config file with an elevated Notepad:

Go to the appSettings section, locate the key named IsHttpsEnabled & change the

value attribute to true (the default is false):

After this change the PQS Service needs to be restarted:

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In the event that you purchased a commercial certificate from a trusted CA, you will need

to follow these additional steps:

Locate the serviceBehaviors section & change the existing certificate Thumbprint in

the two locations:

After this change the PQS Service needs to be restarted once again.

Proceed to the next step Change the Communication Binding

SEE ALSO:

About Encryption




Security Module

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After the SSL Certificate has been Installed, Binded & Configured, you'll need to Change the Communication Binding to HTTPS.

Double click the PQSCADA icon on your desktop:

Right-click the Server select Change Communication Binding:

Select Https & click :

Choose the appropriate Communication Security Level & click :

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Types of Communication Security Levels:

Low: Ignores any errors which may occur due to an invalid certificate.

Medium: Warns when an invalid certificate is being used, & prompts the user to

acknowledge.

High: Requires a valid certificate & will not proceed if it is not present.

SEE ALSO:

About Encryption




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Security - About the Security Module

The new PQSCADA Installation (V4.1 +) includes a Security Module that will allow

you to manage & secure your PQSCADA server by permitting / denying users to

perform certain actions within the PQSCADA. This is in addition to the newly

added certificate for a SSL protocol (Secure Socket Layer) for the PQSCADA & may

used independently or in combination with this module. The Module supports

different environments, however only 1 Server within 1 Network Environment can

be defined as the Primary Security Server. Types of Environments & Support:

TYPES OF SUPPORT:

A Single Server which acts as its own Primary Security Server:

Networks of PQSCADA Servers & each one refers to a Primary Security Server

within that Network:

A Network of PQSCADA Servers where the Security Module is Disabled:

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BASIC ENVIRONMENT WITH 1 PRIMARY SECURITY SERVER:

This is a more commonly used environment, where a single server acts as

the Primary Security Server:

ENVIRONMENT WITH 2 SERVERS & 1 PRIMARY SECURITY SERVER:

This scenario the client may connect to multiple PQSCADA networks each

with 1 pre-defined Primary Security Server. The client initiates a user

authentication, the direct server forwards the request to the Primary

Security Server, which performs the actual validation.

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TERMS:

Term Definition

Admin This is the System Administrator (Full permissions to perform any action)

Operator User with certain Administrator privileges (Full Permissions forget, safety & set operations)

Viewer Common User (Lowest Permission to view data only)

See Also: About User Accounts

STEPS:

The following steps are performed either by the Admin &/ Operator &/ Viewer within the

Security Module:

Enable the Security Module Locally (Admin)

Define the Primary Security Server (local / remote) (Admin)

Login to the PQSCADA Network (Admin, Operator & Viewer)

Learn About User Accounts (Admin)

Create & Add New User Accounts (Admin)

Change User Accounts (Admin) \

SEE ALSO:

About Encryption

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Enable the Security Module Locally

By Default the Security Module is Disabled. The first step for the Admin is to enable the Security Module for Each Server Locally. The Admin will then Define the Primary Security Server & Login in order to create User Accounts.

Select the applicable server right-click select Configuration:

Select the Security Tab Enable Security enter the relevant User

Name (system default admin) & Password (system default

PQSpqs12345):

Go to the next step - Defining the Primary Security Server

NOTE NOTE NOTE

Remember the User Name & Password as it cannot be recalled at a later stage.

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SEE ALSO:

About Encryption





Change User Accounts (Admin)

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Define the Primary Security Server

As previously explained (About the Security Module) Each PQSCADA Network

includes only 1 Primary Security Server.

DEFINING A BASIC ENVIRONMENT WITH ONLY A SINGLE SERVER (LOCAL

SERVER OPTION):

This is a local Server that will authenticate the user's requests & will return the relevant

data accordingly.

DEFINING A PQSCADA NETWORK ENVIRONMENT WITH SEVERAL SERVERS

(REMOTE URL OPTION):

All other servers within this PQSCADA network stores the URL for this Primary Security

Server, & interacts with the server that is responsible for returning the user’s relevant

details.

Procedure:

Activate the Security Module Locally as per previous step.

Define the Primary Security Server by either choosing a:

Local Server (Single Server)

Remote URL (Network of PQSCADA Servers) by entering the Server's URL or

searching for the server by clicking on the button: (ONLY

SERVERS ADDED TO THE PQSCADA & SERVERS WITH THE LOCAL SECURITY

ENABLED WILL APPEAR IN THE "REMOTE PRIMARY SECURITY SERVER

SELECTION" WINDOW)

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Search for the server by clicking on the button click

:

Enter the admin's password for that server click :

By selecting "Password Must Meet Complexity Requirements" option will

set the required length for the password at 8 characters click

.

Go to the next step - Logging In to the Server

SEE ALSO:

About Encryption






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Set User Login Identification

Once the Security Function has been activated, the admin needs to Login to the

server in order to Create User Accounts. With their own User Names & Passwords,

users will use the same procedure to login to server once the security option has

been activated by admin.

Select the Primary Security Server right click & select Login:

In the User Login Dialog Box enter the applicable User name & Password,

select Login:

The Remember Credentials option allows you to save the login details for a

faster login action.

SEE ALSO:

About Encryption






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User Accounts - About User Accounts The Admin within a pre-defined Primary Security Server can manage & create

accounts for users by using the User Manager module. In order to access the

module the a Admin needs to log in.

Within the User Accounts Module ONLY the Admin, may:

Add / Modify / Delete Users

Change User Permissions

There are three types of pre-defined User Accounts that permits / denies users to

perform certain actions. The Admin allocates the type of permission when

Creating & Adding New Users within these three groups. The table below outlines

the type of User Accounts including their relevant Permissions.

USERS & PERMISSIONS:

Operation Viewer Operator Admin

Components – Server

Add Server

Delete Server

Restart Server (Restart PQS

Server)

Connect To Server

Disconnect From Server

Server Log Request

Components – Site

Add Site

Delete Site

Site Log Request

Components – Node

Add Node

Delete Node

Node Log Request

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Components – General

Upgrade

Refresh Component

View Notifications

Attach /Detach Component

Update Component

Update Components On

Map Location

Enable/Disable Service

Modify DB Connection

Disable Notifications

Tasks & Templates

Add Task

Modify Task

Delete Task

Rerun Task

Stop Task

Add Template

Modify Template

Delete Template

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Database

Re-Index



Recalculate Data

Swap Phases

Delete Data

Security

Add User

Modify User

Delete User

User Manager

Enable Security

Set Primary Security

Server

Report Management System

Add Reports Folder Path

Remove Report Folder

Path

Refresh Reports

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General

Reset PQZIP Files

Refresh

View Notifications

View Database Report

FTP Force Connection

Remove Log Entries

Task Log

USER MANAGER MODULE:

Access the User Manager by selecting the Server, right-click select User

Manager:

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The User Manager will now open:

The Table below describes all the Components within the module:

Component Description

Added Users with Activation Status

Servers, Sites & Nodes Connected within the selected Primary Security Server

Access to Add User Wizard

Access to Delete User Wizard

Access to Change Password Wizard

Refresh Button

Apply Changes Button

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SEE ALSO:

About the Security Module



Login to the PQSCADA Network (Admin, User & Administrator)


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Create & Add New Users

After opening the User Manager the System Administrator / User with Admin (See

User Accounts) Privileges can now add & create new users by using the Add User

Wizard as a guidance.

CREATE & ADD NEW USERS WITH THE WIZARD:

To create a new user select Add User which will open the Add User

Wizard:

Select & complete the relevant User Details select :

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Select the relevant Components) you wish to provide access to the user.

Assign the applicable permission by selecting the component, right-click

select (Viewers / Operator) select to go on to the next step:

A Summary will follow including all the new user's details. Select either

to conclude or to make any changes:

The User Manager will now appear including the Newly Added User, Access To

Components with Permission Type:

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Once a user has been added, the administrator can make the following Changes

to the User Accounts:

Change User Details,

Add / Change Components,

Change Permissions,

Delete a User or

Change the User's Password

SEE ALSO:






Encryption

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Change User Accounts

Once the User has been Added & Created, the System Administrator / User with Admin (See User Accounts) Privileges can make the following changes to the user account:

Change User Details

Add / Change Components for Users

Change User Permissions

Delete Users

Change User Passwords

MAKE CHANGES USING THE USER ACCOUNT:

Change the User's First & Last Name by selecting the user & retyping

the new details within the relevant text box field:

Add or change Components by simply selecting / deselecting new

components:

Change Permissions by selecting the component followed by selecting

the relevant User Account:

Once you have made the needed changes, select , it will be

followed by a success message:

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Notify the user of the changes & it will be taken into effect once you have

logged out/in to the server.

To Delete a user select the relevant user in the user group column

select followed by twice in the two message

boxes:

To Change a User's Password select the relevant user in the user group

column select & complete the relevant password in the dialog

box followed by :

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SEE ALSO:






Encryption

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Tool Tips

The tool tips provide you with real time information when you pass the mouse over

each respective column for:

Components

Device

Downloading

Data Processing

Compliance

Database

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Component Tool Tips

The tool tips for Components provide you with the specific attributes for the

Server, Node, or Site selected:

SEE ALSO:

About Tool Tips

Device Tool Tips

Download Status Tool Tips

Data Processing Tool Tips

Compliance Tool Tips

Database Tool Tips

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Device Tool Tips

The tool tip for device IP provides the access to the Web Browser to monitor and

configure the device:

Web Browser:

SEE ALSO:

About Tool Tips

Component Tool Tips




Database Tool Tips

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Download Status Tool Tip

The status tool tip provides:

Data Downloading has been Enabled/Disabled

Data Scanning Status - See Node Download Schedule

Real time status and specifics of the file being downloaded

Downloading speed

Original creation date/time of the PQZIP file

Device Disconnected

SEE ALSO:

About Tool Tips

Component Tool Tips

Device Tool Tips



Database Tool Tips

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The tool tip for data processing provides real time processing speed and time

remaining for the processing of individual PQZIP files.

SEE ALSO:

About Tool Tips

Component Tool Tips

Device Tool Tips



Database Tool Tips

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A newly added feature to the PQSCADA 4.2 & later versions the Compliance

Column provides information regarding the relevant General Compliance

Status as per the device's configuration (via Elspec's Web Interface). The

Tool Tip adds more detailed information regarding the compliance

parameter calculations:

SEE ALSO:

About Tool Tips

Component Tool Tips

Device Tool Tips



Database Tool Tips

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Database Tool Tips

The tool tip for the database server provides specific attributes regarding the

existing database server.

SEE ALSO:

About Tool Tips

Component Tool Tips

Device Tool Tips




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Video Demonstrations

We have created the following collection of Flash Video Tutorial Demonstration(s) that may be opened with Internet Explorer or any flash player available on your system:

PQSCADA GETTING STARTED:

PQSCADA Getting Started is intended to provide the first time

user as a Quick Start into the most basic critical functions of

the PQSCADA Software.

PQSCADA USER INTERFACE:

PQSCADA User Interface introduces the user into the main

viewing screen of the Graphic User Interface of the PQSCADA.

It includes an explanation of the three distinct sections the

Tool Bar, Status Bar, and the Main Viewing Area as well as

the View and Administration Console.

CREATING PQSCADA TASKS & TEMPLATES:

Creating PQSCADA Tasks and Templates introduces the user

into a step-by-step tutorial on creating both a Task and a

Template. Tasks are pre-defined functions that allow you to

set regularly scheduled exports and/or reports according to a

specified event or time trigger (monthly, daily, weekly, and

fixed). A task operates within a Site or on components that

are attached to a Site, while a Template is used to define the

Events, Parameters, and Configurations for utilization by

different tasks.

PQZIP EXPORT TASKS:

PQZIP Export shows you how to use Export Task in PQSCADA

to routinely backup your system and save up to 50% of hard

disk space

CREATING A REPORT TASK:

Creating a Report Task guides you through a step-by-step

demonstration of creating a report task in PQSCADA.

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ADDING A SITE:

Adding a Site guides you through a step-by-step process of

adding a Site to a Server.

ADDING A NODE:

Adding a Node guides you through a step-by-step process of

adding Node(s) onto Sites.

IMPORTING POZIP FILES:

Importing PQZIP files guides you through a step-by step

process on how to manually download PQZIP files from any

location on your PC or external location into the incoming

folder instead of from the device.

MOVING COMPONENTS:

Moving Components guides you through the process of

changing the logical location of Nodes and Sites with drag and

drop convenience, to parallel a physical change. It is possible

to move entire Sites underneath other Sites as well as moving

individual Nodes to other Sites as well as other Nodes.

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Troubleshooting

Component Issue Reason Solution

SQL Installation During the SQL Express installation, the PQSCADA did not recognize the Windows installer 4.5 is for Arabic Vista SP2

Install SQL Express RS2008 directly from the BLACKBOX Disc supplied with the product & not via the PQSCADA

PQSCADA Installation

You receive an error message: Installation error #1001 during Installation.

The PQS Service was not uninstalled prior to re-installation/upgrade.

Alternatively the uninstallation process was unsuccessful. See Uninstallation

In order to ensure that the PQS Service is complete uninstalled, you will need to re-run the procedure via your Run box in your Start menu:

Click Start Run CMD

In the command prompt window, type sc delete pqs.server

Enter

Restart your computer & Re-install new PQSCADA version. NOTE NOTE NOTE

Open the command prompt for Windows Vista/7 with elevated permissions

You receive an error message: PQSCADA Server can only be installed for one user only

PQSCADA Server is already installed for one user & you need to therefore only install the PQSCADA.

During the Installation procedure for Select Components select only the PQSCADA Management option:

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Notifications are not displayed in the “Notifications Viewer”

You didn’t select the “Start” & “End-Time” range when you configured your Notifications Viewer.

You will simply need to simply select the time range again:

Follow the Notifications Viewer procedure

Notification You don't receive any notifications further the Notification Task you've created.

You have created a Site under a Node. Therefore the PQSCADA is unable to recognize a task created under two Sites.

Create only 1 Site for Node(s):

VDC Query The Query for the VDC parameter does not respond.

The PQZIP file for the G3500 doesn’t support the VDC parameter.

You need to set this configuration in the Device's Web Interface:

From Elspec’s Search Utility open your G4K unit the Web Interface,

In Configuration uncheck the VDC parameter

FTP PQSCADA doesn’t download all the PQZIP files

Once the PQSCADA has downloaded the PQZIP files from the G4K Unit, it will keep a list of all the files & folders in order to ensure that the re-downloading process is not duplicated. In some rare instances (for example when the PQZIP files are deleted from the G4K), the PQSCADA doesn’t always recognize the availability of additional folders & ceases the process.

You will simply need to prompt the PQSCADA to rescan & download these files again:

Follow the Rescan Device Folders procedure

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FTP - Continue The Node keeps on downloading the same PQZIP file without advancing to the next download. (You may confirm this, by accessing your Log Viewer – See the Help Wizard:

Troubleshooting Log Viewer).

The folder, under which the PQZIP file in question is located, contains PQZIP files with indexes bigger than the limit of an integer.

You will need to change the index of the problematic files:

Open the Node in the FTP

Locate the problematic files

Simply change the files to a smaller number than the limit

(Right-click Rename the File)

PQZIP You are unsuccessful in re-downloading the PQZIP files appear as errors in the Log Viewer

When the PQSCADA downloads and calculates PQZIPs, the processed files are saved in the Database. Re-downloading the files (e.g. in case some data was deleted from the node), will result in an error in the logger that these files have been already downloaded.

You will need to reset the PQZIP files for that Node:

Follow the Reset PQZIP File procedure

The recorded data is incomplete (some of the data is missing)

The PQ configuration in the Web Interface for the G4K unit reads as Misconfigured:

The state of the device is not “no DSP sync”.

Make sure that PQ Configuration is correct in the Web Interface:

Configuration Voltages & Frequency

Configuration Currents

Differences there could affect the data recording

Invalid time synchronization has been configured in the Web Interface.

In the Web Interface enter:

Configuration Time

For SNTP Usage: Ensure you to have a valid IP address of the SNTP

For GPS Usage: With PPS or IRIG-B for the time sync (and the device jumps between SNTP and the GPS\IRIG-B) change the “Transport” field to “GPS only”

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PQZIP - Continue

The recorded data is incomplete (some of the data is missing)

PQZIP files are finalized too fast & therefore the PQZIP files are undersized

In the Web Interface enter:

Configuration PQZIP Recording

Change the PQZIP file size to 2 hours

PQZIP files are not finalized properly and remain as PQ files.

The PQSCADA application cannot download incomplete files. To make sure that this is the case – go to the FTP root folder and verify that the time stamp in PQ files is similar to the time stamp of the missing data.

Should some or all the PQZIP File not be finalized:

In the Web Interface, Disable the PQZIP recording

Go to the FTP root folder and delete all PQ files.

In case there are only few files that were finalized improperly and the missing data is important – send the files to Elspec’s Software Support.

PQZIP files are transferred to the “Bad Files” Folder

Send the files to Elspec’s Software Support for further investigation.

PQZIP Task PQZIP Task has failed to create PQZIP files

PQZIP files are limited to a file size limit of

2Gb.

You need to re-perform the PQZIP Task for either a shorter period

of time / alternatively, with a less amount of data:

Follow the Add A General Export Task procedure

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PQZIP Viewer PQZIP file cannot be opened

by PQZIP viewer in Vista or

windows 7 OS.

The “user account control settings” (UAC) is

on.

You need to turn off the “user account control settings” (UAC) on

your computer:

From your Control Panel select Change User Account Control

Settings:

Set the settings to Never Notify

Components Your attempt to add

components have been

unsuccessful.

Components adding consist of events

sequence and some of them were not

executed as the PQSCADA Service was halted

/ interrupted or the computer was reset.

Follow Remove & Create Node procedure in order to delete &

create the node once again

Some of the newly added

components are not

displayed.

From the Administration Console select the Refresh button

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Server PQSCADA management

studio doesn’t respond

Either the SQL Server is down or there is an

error in the Network.

In the PQSCADA Stop and Start the PQS Service:

The Server is offline PQS Service is not running. In the PQSCADA Stop and Start the PQS Service:

Another service/application is utilizing Port

80 (Common examples – IIS, Skype).

In the PQSCADA Stop the PQS Service:

You are unable to perform

certain actions in the

PQSCADA management

studio

You have entered an incorrect password when

you Connected to the Server. Or the system’s security settings have been changed.

You need to reconnect to the Server

Disconnect from the Server (Select the Server in question right-

click select Disconnect )

Reconnect to the Server

Enter the correct username & password

In addition see also Security & User Accounts.

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Parameters Elspec's Investigator

Program does not show the

data with a resolution above

2.5 hours.

The parameters were not checked during the

configuration of the node & consequently

they were not calculated.

From the Parameters mark the specific parameters to be calculated

Or alternatively

Follow the Recalculate Data procedure

The parameter calculation is

incorrect.

The G4K device was configured incorrectly

during installation & setup & recorded the

data incorrectly. Therefore phases need to be

swapped (polarity) to correct the data

calculation.

Follow the Swap Phases procedure for this specific node

Reports Chinese Report fails in vista

or Windows 7

You may have a MSI Security problem You need to create the following folders on your computer:

For 64-bit (x64), create this folder:

C:\Windows\SysWOW64\config\systemprofile\Desktop

For 32-bit (x86), create this folder:

C:\Windows\System32\config\systemprofile\Desktop

The data in report produced

from the PQSCADA differs

from the data produced in

Investigator.

The day-light settings of the PQSCADA and

Investigator differ.

Set The Time Range in the PQSCADA in accordance to the

Investigator.

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Tasks/Reports You are unable to see your previous Report Tasks Post-System Upgrade.

PQSCADA 4.2 & later versions, support a new Report System that is installed independently after you have installed the new PQSCADA V4.2.2.2. All tasks related to report tasks, therefore needs to be re-configured from anew.

If you haven't already done so, prior to Installing

PQSCADA 4.2, ensure that you backup your Database in

order not to lose previous data,

If not, you'll need to re-configure your Report Tasks

from anew.

Tasks / Reports configured

with “daylight savings time”,

displays different data than

expected.

Daylight Savings Time is currently not

supported & therefore subsequent changes

will not be calculated.

Simply Reduce / Increase the time range according to your specific time difference.

Performance The PQSCADA client is

functioning slower than

usual.

In the PQSCADA Stop and Start the PQS Service:

The system is not responding

& freezes even after the PQS

Services has been stopped /

restarted.

You need to change your preferences back to the factory default settings

Open General Preferences Select to

Reset the Default Settings

Display Some of the fields are cut or

not seen

Screen dpi is set to higher than 120% Change dpi to less than 120%

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Log Viewer

The Log Viewer enables you to see specific information related to log entries with varying levels of importance:

Filter By:


Debug: By default this option is disabled & it is used only by an

Elspec Software Technician.


PQSCADA. In addition, it will also include Warnings, Error & Critical

entries.



entries.



address. See Troubleshooting. The log will also include any Critical

entries.


# of Last Entries: This function will enable you to extract only the desired

number of Last Entries from the vast amount of all the recorded data,

allowing you to focus on the latest relevant data.

Start / End Date & Time: Select Start Date & Time option, should you

wish to filter by a different date & time

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