MiCOM P59x Series

Interface Units

MiCOM P59x Series Interface Units

and GPS Synchronising Module

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MiCOM P59x Series Interface Units
Introduction
The MiCOM P591, P592 and
P593 Series are stand alone fibre-
optic to electrical communications
interface units that allow the P54x
Series Current Differential Relays to
be connected through optical cables
to remote pulse code modulation
(PCM) multiplexing equipment
conforming to ITU-T
recommendations V.35, G.703 or
X.21. In addition to these units a
GPS synchronising module is
available. This allows GPS time
synchronisation for the P545 and
P546 current differential relays
when used in SONET/SDH
communications applications.
Models available
P591 Optical to G.703
P592 Optical to V.35
P593 Optical to X.21
P594 GPS SynchronisingTiming
Module
Application
A MiCOM P591, P592 and P593
unit is required per data channel
(ie. for each transmit and receive
signal pair).
The interface unit is usually located
close to the PCM multiplexer and
provides optical-to-electrical and
electrical-to-optical signal
conversion between a MiCOM
P54x Series relay and the PCM
multiplexer. The relay and PCM
multiplexing equipment can be up
to 1km apart, and 50/125µm multi-
mode fibre cables are
recommended.
A MiCOM P594 can provide
synchronising signals for up to 4
MiCOM relays within a substation.
The GPS module and the relay can
be up to 2km apart. Note: The
length of the fibre optic cable
between the relay and timing
module at one end of the system
must not differ by more than 0.5km
to that at the other end, as this
could introduce timing problems.
The MiCOM interface units are
housed in a 20 TE MiCOM case.
Fibre optic connections to
MiCOM P54x Series
Fibre optic connections between the
relay and interface units are made
through BFOC 2.5 (ST) type
connectors. The optical devices
used are designed for short-haul
communications and operate with a
nominal wavelength of 850nm. The
levels of fibre-optic radiation
emitted from the interface units are
not hazardous.
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Figure 1: MiCOM P592
interface unit
Connections to G.703
ITU-T G.703 electrical connections
to the P591 interface unit are via
the terminal blocks on the rear of
the device. The G.703 signals are
isolated by pulse transformers to
1kV. Since the G.703 signals are
only ±1V magnitude, the cable
connecting the P591 unit and the
multiplexer must be properly
screened against electromagnetic
noise and interference.
The interface cable should consist of
pairs of 24AWG (19/0.12mm),
twisted and shielded, and have a
characteristic impedance of about
120 ohms.The choice of grounding
depends on the local codes and
practices.
It is recommended that the interface
cable shield is connected to the
multiplexer frame ground. The cable
may be connected to the MiCOM
P591 case earth if no earth loop
current is expected. External
connections of the P591 are shown
in Figure 2a.
Connections to V.35
ITU-T V.35 electrical connections to
the P592 interface unit are made
via a standard female 34 pin ‘M’
block connector on the rear of the
device. Since the V.35 signals are
either of ±0.55V or ±12V
magnitude, the cable connecting the
P592 unit and the multiplexer must
be properly screened against
electromagnetic noise and
interference.
The interface cable should consist of
pairs of 24AWG (19/0.12mm),
twisted and shielded, and have a
characteristic impedance of about
100 ohms. The choice of grounding
depends on the local codes and
practices.
It is recommended that the interface
cable shield is connected to the
multiplexer frame ground. The cable
may be connected to the MiCOM
P592 case earth if no earth loop
current is expected.
External connections of the P592
are shown in Figure 2b.
Transmit
data/clock
(to PCM) 4 circuit
7 (see Note 2)
Receive
data/clock
(to PCM)
8
25
Auxiliary
DC supply 26
Vx
Case earth
(see Note 1)
Connections to X.21 Connections to GPS Antenna
ITU-T X.21 electrical connections to The GPS antenna that is supplied
the P593 interface unit are made (MOTOROLA GCNAC1121) comes
via a standard male 15 way complete with 6 metres of cable
D-subminiature connector. terminating in a standard BNC type
coax plug that can be plugged
The use of twisted pairs of 24
straight into the rear of the P594
AWG (19/0.12mm) stranded
module. Should the extension be
cable, foil shielded, with drain wire
required this can be requested from
is recommended. Due to the
ALSTOM T&D Ltd Protection and
similarities between RS449 and
Control, at time of order, enabling
X.21, the P593 may also be
up to 20m of cable in total.
suitable for connection to
RS449/RS422 equipment. External connections of the P594
are shown in figure 2d.
External connections of the P593
are shown in Figure 2c.
Signal
conversion Rx
Fibre optic
communication
Signal
conversion Tx
circuit
+5V
MiCOM P591
Optical to G.703
co-directional PCM interface unit
Notes:
1. The case earth must be connected to the
protective earth conductor
2. Optical connections are of BFOC 2.5 type
unless otherwise specified
Figure 2a: P591 connections to ITU-T G.703 (co-directional)
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 DSR
E
Data set ready
V
Receive timing X Signal
R conversion
Receive data circuit
T
Tx
V.35 loopback
Fibre optic
P loopback Fibre optic
V.35 communication
Transmit data S
communication Signal (see Note 2)
interface U conversion
Terminal timing circuit
W
Y Rx
Transmit timing
AA
Clock
CTS switch
Clear to send D Notes:
(see Note 6) 1. The case earth must be connected to the
CTS off protective earth conductor.
Request to send C
DSR off 2. Optical connections are of BFOC 2.5 type
B unless otherwise specified.
Signal ground OV (see Note 5) V.35 loopback 3. Equipment is normally supplied with OV
Fibre optic loopback common return signal and case earth
+ electrically bonded. Removal of an internal
Auxiliary dc supply Vx Supply healthy soldered link allows electrical isolation if
A required.
V.35 protective ground
MiCOM P592 4. Female V.35 Winchester connector.
Case earth Optical to V.35 communication 5. Auxiliary dc supply terminals.
(see Note 3) interface unit
6. "Request to send" is pulled "on" permanently.

Figure 2b: P592 connections to ITU-T V.35

A
2
TXD Signal
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B conversion
circuit

A Rx
4
RXD Signal Fibre optic
11 conversion communication
B circuit (see Note 2)
A
6
X.21 Clock
communication 13
B Tx
interface
PL1 Normal operation Normal operation
X.21 loopback Fibre optic loopback
A
3
Control See Note 6 Supply healthy Notes:
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B 1. The case earth ust be connected to the
A Clock
5 protective earth conductor.
Indication X.21 loopback 2. Optical connections are the BFOC 2.5 type
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B unless otherwise specified.
Fibre optic loopback
Common 3. Equipment is normally supplied with 0V
8 0V
common return signal and case earth
See Note 3 electrically bonded. Removal of an internal
1 soldered link allows electrical isolation if
Case earth required.
(see Note 1) 4. DB 15M X.21 conntect
+ +5V MiCOM P593 optical to X.21
Auxiliary dc supply Vx1 5. Auxiliary dc supply terminals
communication interface unit
0V 6. Control circuit is permanently driven off.

Figure 2c: P593 connections to ITU-T X.21

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 MiCOM P594 TX1
GPS timing module

TX2
Fibre optic
1 pulse per
GPS receiver TX3 second output
module

TX4

Healthy
0
1
2
B1 Number of 3
AC or DC satellite
Vx B2 4
aux supply + signals
5
received
6
7
8
Bulkhead jack socket Case
Pin terminal (PCB type) earth

Figure 2d: P594 connections (GPS timing module)

Technical data • P593 Optical interface

As per ITU-T recommendation
Operative distance: <1km
Supply (Vx) X.21.
Suitable for 56kbit/s and Wavelength: 850nm
Nominal Operative
64kbit/s.
rating range Transmitter type: LED
• P594 MOTOROLA
• P591 Min. Tx output level: –19.8dBm
GCNAC1121 GPS
24 – 48Vdc 19.0 to 65Vdc
Antenna details Receiver type: PIN
110 – 250Vdc 87.5 to 300Vdc
Frequency = 1.575GHz Rx sensitivity: –25.4dBm
• P592/P593
Bandwidth = 45MHz @3dB Optical budget: 5.6dB
24 – 250Vdc 19.5 to 300Vdc
points
• P594 Gain = 11dB including Installation
24-125Vdc 19-150Vdc cable and
The recommended external
48-250Vdc 33-300Vdc/ connectors
protective fuse for the auxiliary dc
96-240Vac Impedance = 50Ω
supply is:
Burden Noise = 4dB including
2 amp HRC(High rupture capacity)
cable and
• 4W maximum GE Red Spot type NIT or TIA
connectors
Electrical interface Azimuth coverage = 360° or if a UL recognized fuse is
Elevation coverage = 0 - 90° required, 2A time delay Gould type
• P591 Active antenna power = AJT2
As per ITU-T G.703 64kbit/s 5V on centre
co-directional interface Refer to the Safety Section of
conductor, 45mA
recommendations. TG/OG8613 before installing,
max
commissioning or fault finding the
• P592 As per ITU-T V.35 Connector = BNC
product
recommendations.
Suitable for 56kbit/s and
64k bits/s data rate.

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High voltage withstand
• Dielectric withstand
IEC 60255-5: 1977
2kV rms for 1 minute between
power supply terminals
connected together and the case
earth terminal.
2 kV rms for 1 minute between
power supply terminals
connected together and the
interface signal terminals
connected together.
• High voltage impulse
IEC 60255-5: 1977
Three positive and three negative
impulses of 5kV peak, 1.2/50µs,
0.5J between power supply
terminals connected together and
the case earth terminal.
Three positive and three negative
impulses of 5kV peak, 1.2/50µs,
0.5J between power supply
terminals connected together and
the interface signal terminals
connected together.
Three positive and three negative
impulses of 5kV peak, 1.2/50µs,
0.5J across the power supply
terminals.
• DC supply interruption Atmospheric environment
IEC 60255-11:1979 • Temperature
The unit will withstand a 10ms IEC 60255-6:1988
interruption in the auxiliary
Storage and transit
supply, under normal operating
–25°C to +70°C
conditions, without de-energising.
Operating
• EMC compliance
–25°C to +55°C
89/336/EEC
IEC 60068-2-1:1990 Cold
Compliance with the European
IEC 60068-2-2:1974 Dry heat
Commission Directive on EMC is
• Humidity
claimed via the Technical
Construction File route. IEC 60068-2-3:1969
Generic Standards were used to 56 days at 93% RH and 40°C
establish conformity.
• Enclosure protection
EN 50081-2:1994
EN 50082-2:1995 IEC 60259:1989
IP50 (dust protected)
• Product safety
73/23/EEC °Mechanical environment
Compliance with the European • Vibration
Commission Low Voltage
IEC 60255-21-1:1988
Directive.
Response Class 1
Compliance is demonstrated by
reference to generic safety
standards.
Cases
EN 61010-1:1993/A2:1995 The MiCOM P590 Series units are
EN 60950: 1992/A11: 1997 housed in cases as shown in
Figure 3.
• Weight 2.2kg

• High frequency disturbance 51.8

8 off holes dia. 3.4 1 2
23.6
28 way
IEC 60255-22-1:1988 Class III Each way accepting:
2 - M4 ring terminals or
2.5kV peak between power 168.0 2 - 4.8 x 0.8 snap on terminals or
159.0
supply terminals and case earth. 1 - ring + 1 snsap on terminal
4.5 Flush mounting panel
cut-out detail 27 28
1.0kV peak across power supply
10.65 CL 20
terminals. 77.7 P591 Terminal block detail
99.0

The signal interfaces are 97.0

designed for high speed data

Earth connection
signalling and can not therefore M4
be protected against galvanically
Mounting screws: M4 x 12 SEMS unit steel thread forming screw.
coupled additive 1MHz transients Terminal screws: M4 x 8 brass cheese head with. lock-washers are provided.

of high amplitude. This will not

cause relay maloperation but the 245.0 incl. wiring
corruption of data messages can Front view Rear view
prolong the operating time of the P591
Terminal block -
relay under internal fault see detail
157.5 Max.
conditions. Thus, special care 177.0
The terminal positions
must be taken to avoid, or shown are typical only
suppress, all kinds of interference CL
22
by careful installation, planning 103.0 30.0

and the use of well balanced and

shielded interface cables. Figure 3: P59x series case outline

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Information required with order

Relay type: MiCOM P 5 9

Interface unit

Electrical connections
G.703 1
V.35 2
X.21 3
GPS timing 4

Supply Vx
P591
24 - 48Vdc 4
110 - 250Vdc 5

P592/P593
24 - 250Vdc 6

P594
24 - 125Vdc 7
48 - 250Vdc / 96 - 240Vac 8

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