3
Functional overview
SYS 600C is a modular and scalable automation system that can be configured and
tailored for various applications and needs. This chapter gives an overview of the main
functionality.
3.1
Process communication
The process communication is used to connect various process devices, such as IEDs,
RTUs, PLC, and Meters to SYS 600C. A large selection of communication protocols
and interfaces, such as IEC 61850, IEC 60870-5-10x, DNP 3.0, Modbus, LON, and SPA
are supported. See Section 5.2.1 Communication protocols for the full list of supported
protocols.
The process communication is used to retrieve data from the connected devices, such as
status indications, events, and analog values, as well as to write data to the devices, such
as commands, set points, and parameters. The data retrieved through the process
communication can be archived, presented on the HSI, or forwarded to other systems.
See Section 3.9 OPC connectivity for more connectivity options.
3.1.1
Remote communication
The remote communication is used to connect SYS 600C to upper level systems, such
as Network Control Systems. The most common protocols, such as IEC 60870-5-101/104,
DNP 3.0, and MODBUS are supported.
See Section 5.2.1 Communication protocols for the full list of supported protocols.
3.1.2
Communication gateway
The communication gateway functionality provides a gateway between process devices
and up to eight upper level systems (NCC). The main tasks of the gateway are signal
rerouting and protocol conversions. SYS 600C also supports signal grouping and
possibility to introduce custom mapping logic in the gateway engine.
The following table lists the protocols that are supported by the gateway engine.
Table 3.1: Protocols supported by the gateway engine
Type
Protocol
Master
SPA
Master
LAG 1.4 (LON)
Master and slave
IEC 60870-5-101
Master
IEC 60870-5-103
8
1MRS757729
MicroSCADA Pro
SYS 600C 2.93
Product Guide
