Regulus uREG, User Manual

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uREG User Manual
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6.2. SOFTWARE STRUCTURE
u REG
is equipped with three computers which operate in parallel with precisely defined tasks.

The computer on the motherboard ( MB ) executes measurements tasks and communication
with modules.

The panel computer provides communication with the operator (keyboard, display, LEDs,
RS232 and USB links).

Superior tasks of
u REG
system are executed by the main computer located on the IF-x
module board; this computer’s software has three separate layers with precisely defined
functionalities.
Fig. 6.2. Software structure

the lowest layer (the so-called BOOT ) – handles reprogramming all computers and
initializing higher layers.

interlayer (the so-called BASE ) – is a real time operating system (RTOS), that executes
communication between all internal computers (MB, panel), external communication (2
x RS-485/FO ports, Ethernet port, RS-232, USB) under several transmission protocols
and executes
all criteria and fault protection tasks of the device according to rules
defined within the top layer , i.e. APPLICATION .
The lowest layer (
BOOT ) and the interlayer ( BASE ) create firmware (embedded by the
manufacturer) The user is still able to update BASE.

top layer (the so-called APPLICATION ) – is a structure consisting of logic conditions to
decide on the purpose and protective functions provided by
u REG
.
The
APPLICATION layer is defined by the manufacturer or user via
Log CZIP
utility
software. The APPLICATION layer is described in a separate operation manual.
Log CZIP
®
Application
u REG Base
u REG Boot