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GE D20 INSTALLATION AND OPERATION

MANUAL

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Connections and Configuration
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Product Support and Safety
About this Guide
Installation Steps
Getting Started: Required Steps
Installation Tools, Equipment and Accessories
What are the D20 and D200?
Separate Peripherals
Assembling a D20
Familiarization
Chassis Compatibility
D20 Kit Components
Table
D20 Chassis
Other Components
Other System Configurations
D20 Front Panel: non-VME Single Slot
D20 Front Panel: VME Multi Slot
D20 Rear Panel: non-VME
D20 Rear Panel: VME
WESTERM D20M+ Termination Panel
D200
D200 Front Panel
D200 Rear Panel
WESTERM D20M++ Termination Panel
LED Indicators
D20ME: Four Versions
D20ME Main Module
Enhanced Feature: 68K Monitor Speed Change
D20ME/ME II Factory Fitted Software
D20ME: Serial I/O Architecture
Serial Performance
D20: Supplying Power
D20 Power Supply
External Power Supplies
Redundant Power Supplies
Standard Power Supplies
D20/D200 Overcurrent Protection
I/O Peripherals
WESMAINT Cable
Third-party Modems
Modems
Hot-swap Peripherals
I/O Peripheral Module Assembly
D20A Analog Input Peripheral
D20S Digital Input Peripheral
D20K Control Output Peripheral
D20C Combination I/O Peripheral
D20C Daughter Boards
Table: D20C Options
D20AC Analog Input Peripheral
Promaint
D.20 Peripheral Link
Second D.20 Link
D.20 RS-485 Interface
 Extended Communications
D.20 Splitter
D.20 Comm Interface
Interposing Relays
Universal Protocol Converter
D20EME
Applications of the D20EME
Upgrades and Replacements
Table: Chassis Compatibility
D20EME Kit Components
Table: Available Options
Ethernet Capability
Media Interface Cards
Interconnect Cable
D20/D200 Redundancy
Failover Sequence
D20/D200 Redundancy Failover
RS-232 Switch Panel: Indicators
Active/Standby Switch
RS-232 Switch Panel: Connectors
D20ME Main Module: Board Layout
Connections and Configuration
D20ME Jumpering
D20ME Jumper Options
JP2 - VME Address
JP3-1 and JP3-2 RTC Options
Other Jumpers
JP8 – Battery Backup Enable/disable
JP4 - Watchdog
D20ME II Board Layout
D20ME II Jumpering
Table: VME Jumper Options
Single Node
Multi-Node
JP1 - VME Control
Table: JP4 - Watchdog Enable/Disable
Table: JP8 – Battery Backup Enable/Disable
SW1 RS-485 2W/4W
SW2 RS-485/RS-232 Mode Selection
JP11 RS-232/RS-485 Operation
Table: Serial Port Pinouts
Transient Suppression
2-Wire RS-485 Cable
4-Wire RS-485 Cable
D20ME/ME II Power Connections
D200 Power Supply
Procedure
Termination Panels: Jumper Settings
Termination Panels: Power Supply
WESTERM D20M+SS: Power Supply
WESTERM D20M++: Power Supply
Peripherals: Supplying Power
Peripherals: connect for power using D.20 Link Procedure
Table: J1 pinouts on WESTERM Peripherals
WESTERM D20S: External DC Supply
WESTERM D20A: External Loop Supply
WESTERM D20K: External Control Output Supply
WESTERM D20C: External DC and Control Output Supply
WESTERM D20AC: DC Power Supply
D.20 Interface Modules: DC Power Supply
D.20 Interface Modules: connect for power using D.20 Link
Table: J1 pinouts on D.20 Interface Modules
I/O Peripheral Boards: Jumper Settings
WESDAC Board Jumpers
WESDAC Jumpers Z1-Z5
Checking the Base Version
WESDAC Jumper Settings
WESTERM Addressing: jumper Z1
WESTERM D20A: Jumpers
WESTERM D20A: Jumper Settings
WESTERM D20S: Jumpers
WESTERM D20S: Settings
WESTERM D20K: Jumpers
WESTERM D20K: Settings
WESTERM D20C: Jumpers
WESTERM D20C: Settings
D.20 Interface Modules
D.20 Comm Interface: Jumpers
D.20 Comm Interface: Settings
D.20 Splitter: Jumpers
D.20 Splitter: Settings
D.20 RS-485 Adaptor: Settings
D.20 RS-485 Adaptor: Jumpers
D.20 DC Interface: Settings
D.20 DC Interface: Jumpers
EME Main Board Jumper and Component Locations
Table: Main Components
D20EME LEDs
Memory Expansion Card
MIC Jumper Options
10BASE-T MIC Jumper Settings
10BASE2 MIC Jumper Settings
10BASE-FL MIC Jumper Settings
10BASE-FL Fiber Cable Connectors
Redundant D20/D200 Systems
Redundant System: Software Configuration
Required Components
Redundant System: Mounting the Hardware
Procedure: Installing Watchdog Cables
Procedure: Installing a Ping Cable
Installing an HDLC Cable
Selecting an HDLC Port
Connecting Serial Communication Cables
Serial Port Pin-Outs
Redundant Multi-Node Systems: Example
Testing Redundancy
WESMAINT Cable Pinouts
Power-up and Test D20/D200
Required for Testing
68K Monitor
Accessing WESMAINT II+ Using a Terminal
Procedure: Set up Terminal
Procedure: Powering-up the D20
Software Corruption on Power-up
Procedure: Workaround
On-Line Start-up Test
 Code and Configuration files
D20 and D200 Software: Introduction
When to Download
D20/D200 Software Configuration
Identification of Base Type
Alternate Identification Method
Prerequisites for Code Download
D20ME: Flash Memory
Setup WESMAINT II+ terminal
Procedure: Identify Base
Procedure: Code Download D20 Base
Result: Code File Load Completed
Procedure: Code Download CCU Base
Configuration File Download
Multi-Node Downloads
Serial Download
Table: Identify the D20ME II Type
Upgrading
From D20M or 1 MB Flash D20ME?
Procedure: D20ME II -D20 Base
Procedure: D20ME II - CCU
D20EME Ethernet Interface
About Multi-Node Downloads
D20EME Global Memory Expansion
D20ME/ME II Main Board
I/O Peripherals Common LEDS
Operation
LEDs vs. MCU Status
D20 Power Supply LEDs
 Media Interface Cards LED Indicators
RS-232 Switch Panel: Active/Standby Switch Operation
D20/D200 Maintenance
D20 Power Supply Fuses
Replaceable Fuses
Servicing
Fuse Locations: D200
Cleaning and Handling of Batteries
Batteries
Battery Checking
Recycling of Batteries
Procedure: Change Battery
Introduction
Compatibility
Appendix A: Product Combinations
D.20 Input/Output Peripheral Compatibility
Changing the Baud Rate
SET BAUD RATE command
Appendix B: 68K Monitor Commands
Supported Speeds
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Energy

D20/D200
Installation and Operations Guide

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Contents
Sections Use this D20/D200 Installation and Operations Guide for installing, operating and
maintaining your D20 or D200. The guide is divided into the following sections.

Topic See Page

Section 1: Installation and Commissioning.
Product Support and Safety 2
About this Guide 10
Getting Started: Required Steps 11
Familiarization 13
Connections and Configuration 42
Power-up and Test 89
Section 2: Operation and Maintenance.
D20/D200 Software Configuration 99
Operation 115
Servicing 118
Appendices
Appendix A: Product Combinations 122
Appendix B: 68K Monitor Commands 127

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Product Support and Safety

Getting help If you need help with any aspect of your GE Energy product, you have a few
options.

Search The GE Energy Web site provides fast access to technical information, such as
technical manuals, release notes and knowledge base topics.
support
Visit us on the Web at:
www.ge.com/energy

Contact The GE Energy Customer Service Center is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week
customer for you to talk directly to a GE representative.
service
In the U.S. and Canada, call toll-free: 1.800.361.3652
International customers, please call: + 1 403.214.4600
Or e-mail to [email protected]

Product returns Before you return a product, please contact the GE Energy Customer Service Center
to obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization number and complete instructions for
return shipments.
A Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number must accompany all equipment
being returned for repair, servicing, or for any other reason.
Note: Product returns will not be accepted without a Return Merchandise
Authorization number.

Trying to resolve problems using methods that are not recommended by GE Energy
! may result in damage or injury to persons and property.

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Warranty GE Energy warrants each D20 and D200 product to be free of defects in material and
workmanship under normal use and service for a period of 18 months from the date
of shipment from the factory.
In the event of a failure covered by warranty, GE Energy will undertake to repair or
replace the unit without charge, providing that the warrantor has determined that it is
defective.
Warranty shall not apply to any unit which has been subject to:
• Misuse
• Negligence
• Accident
• Incorrect installation
• Use of this product in a manner not specified by GE Energy in this Guide.
• Alterations by anyone other than GE Energy, or an authorized representative.
GE Energy is not liable for special, indirect or consequential damages, or for loss of
profit or expenses sustained as a result of a product malfunction, incorrect
application or adjustment.

Note The above terms are subject to change at any time, or as stipulated in contractual
agreements.

Safety Follow all safety precautions and instructions in this manual:

Precautions
• Only qualified personnel should work on the D20/D200. Maintenance personnel
should be familiar with hazards associated with electrical equipment.
• All AC voltage and current terminals are protected from accidental contact by
mechanical safety shields. The D20/D200 is designed so that field wiring does
not have to be touched or disconnected when removing field-replaceable printed
circuit boards (PCBs).
• All components within the D20/D200 are susceptible to damage from
electrostatic discharge. Observe standard ESD precautions.

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Hazardous Voltages can cause shock, burns or death.
! • Due to the common bus architecture of D20 I/O peripherals, an energized
condition may exist due to induced voltage or unrelated voltage backfeed even
Hazardous though specific parts of the circuit have been de-energized and presumed to be
Voltages safe. Qualified personnel shall confirm the circuit is de-energized before
commissioning or servicing the equipment
• Disconnect and lockout all power sources before servicing and removing
components.
• Short all current transformer primaries before servicing.
• The D20/D200 is designed to allow some components to be hot-swapped: they
can be safely removed and re-installed without powering down the unit:
− Peripherals
− Connectors under plastic covers carry hazardous voltages. Removal of plastic
cover will expose hazardous voltages.

Warning
Symbols
! Caution (refer to accompanying documentation)

Caution Risk of electric shock

Earth/Ground Terminal

Protective Ground Terminal

Power Supply Off (Stand-by Mode)

Power Supply On

Direct Current

Alternating Current

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Product Support and Safety, continued

Operating • The D20/D200’s enclosure is intended for indoor use primarily to provide
Environment protection against accidental contact with the enclosed modules and voltages. Do
not place the product in environments where unusual conditions exist
(windblown dust and dirt, liquids, etc.) without a secondary protective enclosure.
• For proper fire protection, the D20/D200 must be installed in an enclosure that
includes a metal floor with no openings.
• Never operate the D20/D200 in the field with any blanking panels removed.
Operation with the front panel open may alter product performance
specifications, and allow component damage from debris entering the unit.

Ensure that the D20/D200 is protected from falling debris during maintenance.

! Small metallic particles (such as wire clippings) can fall through the ventilation holes
on the top of the unit, possibly damaging or interfering with the safe and reliable
Protection operation of the D20/D200.
during
Maintenance If you cover the unit for maintenance, remove cover before operating to provide
adequate cooling airflow.

Operation in The D20/D200 generates radio frequency energy. If it is not operated and used in
Residential accordance with the instructions provided in this guide, it may cause harmful
Areas interference to radio communications in a residential area. Users are required to
correct interference at their own expense.

When mounting multiple D20/D200s in a rack (or if mounting a D20/D200 in a rack

! with other equipment) verify that there is at least one rack unit (RU) space above and
below the D20/D200 to allow for cooling airflow (1 RU = 1.75 inches).

Rack Spacing
for free airflow

Use only a standard PROMAINT cable (GE Energy part number 977-0048) when

! you are connecting to the D20ME or ME II’s front-panel WESMAINT connector.

Use of any other cable may cause serious damage.

WESMAINT
Cable

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Product Support and Safety, continued

Do’s and Follow these practices at all times:
Don’ts
1. Surge and noise suppression components used on the D20 and D200 are
designed to conduct during transients to prevent nuisance operation or damage to
internal components. To ensure shunting of transients from line to ground, the
D20’s and D200’s earth ground stud must be connected to a low impedance
ground using braided cable or heavy solid copper conductor (12 AWG
recommended). When making ground connections, ensure that all surfaces that
are used for grounding are free of dirt, residue and corrosion. A coating such as
glyptol can be used to protect these connections from oxidation and dirt deposits.
2. Ensure that cable shields are grounded at either the D20 or D200 auxiliary
ground stud or at the field equipment. Do not ground the shields at more than
one point because a potential difference may exist between grounds causing
ground loops and undesirable noise sources.
3. Ensure that all nuts and screws are properly tightened.
4. Always replace fuses with the same type and rating used by GE Energy. For fuse
types and ratings, see “Servicing”, page 118.
5. When connecting to communications equipment such as modems or radios,
always use appropriate surge protectors to protect the communication ports.
6. To prevent interference with communications, route all communication cables
away from power-carrying cables.
7. Always fuse-protect field sources.
8. Always configure the jumpers in your D20 or D200 prior to connecting field I/O.
9. Follow all instructions in this guide as they are presented.
10. Do not operate the D20 or D200 if it has been dropped or damaged. Return it to
GE Energy for inspections and repair.
11. The D20 and D200 power supplies use switching technology. For proper
operation, the input voltage must be within specified limits prior to turning on
the D20’s or D200’s power switch.
12. Do not apply voltages outside the range of the product specifications. Voltages
outside the specified range may lead to premature product failure.
13. Do not modify the D20 or D200 without prior written authorization form GE
Energy.

Make sure the D20 or D200 is grounded using the protective ground stud.
Connection must be provided with separate green/yellow wire connected between

! the D20 or D200 and the protective earth system of the facility. Minimum 12 AWG
is recommended.
Protective
Earth/Ground

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CE Mark Compliance Information

Overview Individual products of the D20 and D200 automation product family are classified
according to EU Directive 2004/108/EC as subassemblies / finished appliances
exclusively intended for an industrial assembly operation for incorporation into other
apparatus. They are not apparatus in the sense of the EMC Directive.
To achieve CE mark compliance, the end user shall be responsible for ensuring the
final system/installation conforms to all requirements of the European Union
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) and Low Voltage (LV) Directives. Products
installed in secondary EMC grade protection metallic cabinets and following proper
installation practices depicted in D20/D200 User Manual should meet CE mark
requirements.
For information regarding current regulatory compliance status of your order, please
contact your local sales representative or email us at [email protected].

Classification of The D20 and D200 line of products are intelligent, industrial grade control devices
D20/D200 targeted for automation and control of electrical substations. These products are
Products from designed as modular and scalable devices allowing the non-consumer end user to
the EMC build a system of virtually any size and complexity. The number of options and
Directive configurations can be large; therefore, trained personnel must be involved in the
Perspective design and integration of the final system. Refer to the explanatory note below.
Due to the inherent complexity and almost limitless variations of final systems, it is
not possible for the manufacturer to guarantee compliance in the factory of
individual D20/D200 modules in a final system, with the exception of pre-assembled
RTU cabinets. Therefore, the end user shall be responsible for ensuring the final
system/installation complies with all requirements of the EMC and LV Directives.

Radiated The D20 and D200 products have been designed and hardened to operate in the
Emissions and harsh industrial environment of electrical substations. When placed in service, the
Radiated final system must conform to the objectives of the EMC Directive. To meet RF
Immunity emissions and RF susceptibility according to CISPR 11 Class “A”, all D20 and D200
Considerations products must be installed in an EMC grade secondary metallic protective
enclosure/cabinet. Additional EMC countermeasures may have to be applied
depending on complexity and size of the system.

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CE Mark Compliance Information, continued

Electrical The D20 and D200 products have been designed and hardened to operate in the
Immunity to industrial and harsh environment of electrical substations.
Electrical
Immunity to electrical transients was tested on representative samples according to
Transients
the following standards:
Considerations
EMC Standards
EN61000-4-2 EN61000-4-5 EN61000-4-10 EN61000-4-16
EN61000-4-3 EN61000-4-6 EN61000-4-11 EN61000-4-17
EN61000-4-4 EN61000-4-8 EN61000-4-12 EN61000-4-29

Proper installation and wiring practices must be observed to achieve designed

protection levels for immunity to electrical transients defined by the individual
standards. Refer to the product installation guide.

Low Voltage To meet essential safety requirements of the LV Directive 2006/95/EC, selected D20
Directive and D200 products must be installed in a secondary cabinet if an operating voltage
Considerations on any of the terminals is equal to or higher than 50 VAC or 75 VDC. Proper wiring
practices and applicable local safety standards defining protection against electrical
shock must be observed at all times.

Term Description
CE mark A mark affixed to a finished product signifying its compliance with relevant European Union (EU)
directives.
Direct function Defined as any function of a component or a finished product that fulfils the intended use specified by
the manufacturer in the instructions for use for an end user. This function can be available without
further adjustment or connections, other than simple ones that can be performed by any person not
fully aware of the EMC implications.
DoC (Declaration of The Declaration of Conformity states which CE mark directive(s) has been met and includes a
Conformity) signature of a company official indicating the company's responsibility for its CE mark compliance
claim.
EMC Directive Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (2004/108/EC)
Finished appliance A finished appliance is any device or unit that delivers a function and has its own enclosure. A finished
appliance is considered as apparatus in the sense of the EMC Directive, if it is intended for the end-user
and thus has to fulfill all the applicable provisions of the Directive. When the finished appliance is
intended exclusively for an industrial assembly operation for incorporation into other apparatus, it is
not apparatus in the sense of the EMC Directive and consequently the EMC Directive does not apply.
Fixed installation A combination of several equipment, systems, finished products and/or components assembled and/or
erected by an assembler/installer at a given place to operate together in an expected environment to
perform a specific task, but not intended to be placed on the market as a single functional or
commercial unit (e.g., entire substation).
LV Directive Low Voltage Directive (2006/95/EC)
System or installation A combination of several equipment, finished products, and/or components combined, designed and/or
put together by the same person (system manufacturer) intended to be placed on the market for
distribution as a single functional unit for an end user and intended to be installed and operated
together to perform a specific task.

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CE Mark Compliance Information, continued

Explanatory Consumer products (those sold to the public through retail) are designed to be
Note installed by “untrained” personnel in the standard functional environment (e.g. PC
enclosure), using only basic tools and a provided user’s manual. Additional
adjustments to achieve EMC or LVD compliance are not required. Such products
must bear the CE mark logo.
GE products are industrial grade products and are not available for sale through
retail. These products require trained personnel for installation and may require
additional adjustments, configuration or placement in a protective environment to
meet requirements of EMC or LV Directives. Such products typically are not
required to bear the CE mark logo.
Example
A clear distinction exists between a digital input card for a PC and the D20 digital
input module. A PC digital input card is a consumer product, sold over the counter.
An untrained person can install this card without specialized knowledge of EMC
using only the supplied user ‘s manual. This PC digital input card should meet the
intent of EMC & LV Directives when installed in a standard PC enclosure, for which
it was designed and tested. Whereas, the D20 digital input module can be installed in
numerous configurations and environments but by trained personnel.

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About this Guide

The D20 and The D20 and D200 remote terminal units belong to the same product family.
D200

Using this Use this guide for installing, operating and maintaining your D20 or D200. The
Guide guide applies to both products. Separate sections are provided where there are
significant differences between the two.
Many optional add-ons are available for customizing the D20 or D200 for specific
operational requirements. This guide is restricted to a standard D20/D200 assembly
with peripherals.

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Getting Started: Required Steps

Installation Follow these steps to install and set up your D20 or D200 system.
Steps

Step Action

1 Unpack the system components.

2 Using the Familiarization section of this guide, inspect the D20/D200 for
damage.
Note: Report any damage immediately to GE Energy. See “Product
Support and Safety” for contact details.
3 Install the D20/D200.

4 Carry out all field wiring connections and jumper settings as set out in
“Connections and Configuration”:
• Power
• Serial and Ethernet cabling
• Field input and output connections
5 Power-up the D20/D200 and check for normal operation. See “Power-up
and Test”. Some testing requires that code and configuration files have
been downloaded to the D20/D200.
6 If the FLASH memory has been deleted or corrupted, then you need to
download the code and configuration files. See “D20/D200 Software
Configuration”.
7 If you downloaded code and configuration files, then go back to step 5
and verify that the D20/D200 is now operating correctly.

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Getting Started: Required Steps, continued

Installation Before you begin to install your D20/D200, gather the required tools, equipment and
Tools, accessories:
Equipment and
• Flathead screwdriver with 0.6 x 3.5 mm blade (for terminal block wiring)
Accessories
• #2 Phillips screwdriver (for rack mounting the unit)
• Wire cutters (for field wiring)
• Wire strippers (for field wiring)
• Wire crimping tool (for field wiring)
• Tie-wraps (for organizing wiring and cables)
• Multimeter (for testing voltages and I/O points)
• Needle nose pliers (for setting jumpers, for example)
• PROM puller (only required if you are going to be upgrading or installing
PROMs in the field)
Depending on how you are going to be labeling your cables and wires, you may
need:
• Heat shrink label printer
• Heat gun (for shrinking)

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Familiarization
Introduction Use this section to become familiar with the various components that make up a D20
or D200 system.

What are the The D20 is a standalone remote terminal unit (RTU). It consists of one or more main
D20 and D200? processor boards, peripheral I/O modules, termination panels, power supply, and
communication equipment.
These components, combined with software applications, form the D20 RTU
System.
The D20 acts as a data concentrator and central processor. Field data gathered
through the peripheral modules and external Intelligent Electronic Devices (IEDs)
are stored in the system database and can be accessed by the application programs
loaded into the D20.
The D20 design has horizontally mounted processor boards, with multiple boards in
some versions.
The D200 shares the same overall design concept as the D20 but it has vertically
mounted processor boards. The D200 can use multiple D20ME/ME II processor
boards, up to a maximum of eight nodes.
The D20 and D200 are available in a Kit form, for self-assembly, and as factory-
assembled RTUs.

Separate Peripheral I/O boards operate independently of the main chassis and main
Peripherals processors. This means that:
• You can use a D20 or a D200 without direct connection to peripheral boards so
that it acts as a Master Data Concentrator to other RTUs.
• You can hot-swap the peripherals without powering down the main processor.

Assembling a Many add-on options are available for the D20 & D200 systems, to provide different
D20 operational performance and functions. Typically, the D20 and D200 systems will
consist of a Main Chassis with required Peripheral I/O boards.

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Familiarization, continued
D20 Chassis The D20 chassis is available in two versions:
• Standard single slot with one horizontal Eurocard slot for mounting the
D20ME/ME II board for the non-VME compatible version.
• Full VME equipped with five horizontal expansion slots for VME compatible
printed circuit boards.

Table The D20 has a 3U horizontal slot chassis for 19” rack mounting. There are two types
of chassis:

Chassis Type Part # Description

D20 non-VME 500-0305 Single Slot MX Chassis with backplane, external
power connections, and 7 serial I/O ports
(1 slot horizontal)
D20 VME 500-0280 MX Chassis with 5 card VME backplane
(5 slot horizontal)

Chassis See “Appendix A: Product Combinations”, for the possible matching of main
Compatibility processor board, Ethernet and memory expansion card combinations with Chassis
types.

D20 Kit D20 Main Chassis kit contains:

Components
• Chassis
• Main processor board
• Power supply
• WESMAINT maintenance port cable
• Software loaded into the main processor, See “D20ME/ME II Factory Fitted
Software” on page 25.
• Termination panel: included on the 500-0305 single-slot, not included on the
500-0280 MX with VME backplane.
Modems are options for the Main Chassis kit.

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Other To complete a basic D20 implementation, several other components are required:
Components
• Peripheral I/O modules
• D.20 Link for communication between the main board and the peripherals
• Interposing Relay Panels, the need for which depends upon the load
characteristics of the device that is controlled by the D20K or D20C control
peripherals. If this rating exceeds the contact rating of the D20K or D20C control
peripheral boards, then an Interposing Relay Panel is required. See “Interposing
Relays” page 34.
• When using bit-based synchronous protocols a Universal Protocol Converter
(UPC) board is required to convert from byte to bit and back. The D20/D200
communicates asynchronously over its serial ports.
Note: The jumper settings on the UPC are protocol-specific. See “Universal
Protocol Converter” page 34.

Other System • If you are building a redundant system, you will need additional cables to link
Configurations the active and standby units. See “D20/D200 Redundancy”, page 39.

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D20 Front The D20 non-VME single-slot chassis, illustrated below, consists of the following:
Panel: non-
VME Single • D20ME/ME II Main Board with WESMAINT II+ connector, LEDs for
Slot operational status and patents listing
• Modem slots
• Power supply with switch and fuses Power Supply
Modem Slot

WESMAINT II+
Connector

LED Indicators

D20 Front The D20 VME-compatible chassis can have additional main boards and a D20EME
Panel: VME board.
Multi Slot Media Interface
Ethernet/Memory Card for Ethernet
Expansion Card, D20EME

D20ME/ME II
Main Board

Note: A Media Interface Card is only required if the D20EME provides Ethernet
capability.

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D20 Rear The Single Slot non-VME chassis has the WESTERM D20M+ SS Termination
Panel: Panel attached directly to the chassis:
non-VME

Power Supply
Connector Block

WESTERM
D20M+ SS Panel

D20 Rear The Termination panel for the VME version for the D20ME/ME II is the
Panel: VME WESTERM D20M+. A D20M+ is required for each D20ME/ME II board.
Termination panels are mounted separately to the D20 chassis. The VME chassis kit
is supplied with a VME bus backplane, called the WESTERM D20VME.
The VME bus backplane connects to the Termination panels using ribbon cables:
• Single D20ME/ME II to the D20M+ Termination panel with a ribbon cable from
Slot 1 on the bus backplane
• Multiple D20ME/ME II boards to D20M+ Termination panels from multiple
slots on the bus backplane
The WESTERM D20VME bus backplane for single D20ME/ME II board:

Power Supply
Connector Block

Ribbon cable from slot 1 to

WESTERM D20M+

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WESTERM The WESTERM D20M+ can be mounted in two ways:
D20M+
1. With the standard chassis it is mounted separately into the 19” standard rack on a
Termination
2U mounting plate:
Panel: Ribbon cable connector
Method 1 from the WESTERM
Power Termination Block
D20VME bus backplane

D.20 Link Ports

WESTERM 2. With the MX chassis it is mounted behind the WESTERM D20VME bus
D20M+ backplane. This leaves more room on the rack for multi-node
Termination
installations:
Panel:
Method 2 REAR FRONT

WESTERM
D20M+ Side of D20 MX
Chassis

Ribbon Cable
WESTERM D20VME
bus backplane

Ribbon Cable connecting to

additional rack-mounted
WESTERM D20M+

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D200 The D200 is available in a vertical-slot chassis. A D200 chassis typically contains:
• Chassis with six feet of 12AWG Green/Yellow ground wire
• Main processor board
• Power supply
• WESMAINT maintenance port cable
• Software loaded into main processor, see “D20ME/ME II Factory Fitted
Software” on page 25.
• D20EME Ethernet/Memory expansion board, see “D20EME”, page 35
• D20M++ Termination panel
Modems are options for the Main Chassis kit.

Table The D200 has a 6U 9 vertical slot chassis for 19” rack mounting. There are seven
types of chassis:

Chassis Type Part # Description

D200 VME 6U 240 VAC 500-0306 Chassis for 120/240 Volts AC Power Supply in
D200 VME 6U 48VDC 500-0307 Chassis for 48 Volts DC Power Supply in
D200 6U VME 48 VDC 500-0308 Chassis for 48 Volts DC Power Supply in without
WO Term Board termination panel
D200 VME 6U Dual 500-0310 Chassis for dual 48 Volts DC Power Supplies in
48VDC
D200 VME, DUAL 500-0311 Chassis for dual 48 Volts DC Power Supplies in and
48VDC, DUAL TERM dual termination boards
D200 VME, SINGLE 500-0312 Chassis for single 48 Volts DC Power Supply in and
48VDC with 24VDC ISO 24 Volts DC out to system components
D200 VME, Dual 500-0317 Chassis for dual 48 Volts DC Power Supplies in, dual
48VDC, Dual Term, with termination panel and 4 D.20 Links
4 D.20 Links

Chassis See “Appendix A: Product Combinations”, for the possible matching of main
Compatibility processor board, Ethernet and memory expansion card combinations with chassis
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D200 Front The D200 vertical-slot chassis can carry up to eight main boards:
Panel
Global Memory Up to four
card: D20EME Power Supplies

Up to eight D20ME Modem Slots

/ME II Main Boards Media Interface
Card

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D200 Rear The D200 vertical-slot chassis uses a Schroff® VME bus backplane with ribbon
Panel cables connecting to WESTERM D20M++ Termination Panels. The VME Power
Distribution Panel distributes power from power supplies to main boards,
termination panels and peripherals.
Power Distribution
panel

Power Supply
Connector Blocks

Modem
Connectors Ribbon
Ribbon cable
cable connectors
connectors to
to
SCHROFF VME bus WESTERM
WESTERM D20M++
D20M++
backplane Termination
Termination Panels
Panels

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WESTERM The D200 uses the WESTERM D20M++ Termination Panel. Up to four
D20M++ D20ME/ME II boards can be connected to each Termination Panel.
Termination
Panel
D.20 Link Ports Ribbon cable connectors
connections

Grounding Block

Power
Termination Block

Banks of RS-232 Serial

Communication Ports for
separate nodes

Note There are cases when you will need a second termination panel:
• If you have more than four main boards and you want to utilize at least one serial
communication port for each board
• If more than 28 serial ports are required
Contact GE Energy for further information.

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WESTERM WESTERM D20M++ Termination Panels are mounted behind the VME bus
D20M++ backplane:
Termination
Panel FRONT
REAR

Mount for second

D20M++ Side of D200
Vertical Slot
Chassis

SCHROFF VME bus

backplane

WESTERM
D20M++

Ribbon Cables
to SCHROFF
Backplane

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D20ME Main The D20ME is the:
Module
• Main module of the D20/D200. It functions as a data concentrator and central
processor of field data, and
• Acts as a master controller over other D20 peripheral I/O modules, which act as
slaves.
The D20 I/O peripheral modules perform the primary processing of data. This
increases the speed and efficiency of the D20 by reducing the workload on the main
processor.

D20ME: Four • The D20ME non-VME is designed for use in single-processor D20 devices
Versions
• The D20ME VME is designed to fit in a standard D20 or D200 VME chassis and
has access to:
− External global memory
− VME-based peripherals, such as Ethernet cards
• The D20ME II is available in VME and non-VME versions. It is functionally
identical to the D20ME; however, it has the added capability to select, on a per-
channel basis, RS-232 or RS-485 interfacing.

Table The following table lists D20ME/ME II part numbers and typical applications.

Board Type Part # Description

D20ME 526-2004 D20ME module suitable for non-VME D20 (single
processor) applications.
D20ME – VME 526-2005 D20ME module suitable for VME D20 and D200
applications requiring multiple processors and/or
Ethernet support.
D20ME II (non VME) 526-2006 D20ME II module, supporting RS-232 and RS-485
interfaces, suitable for non-VME (single processor)
applications.
D20ME II (VME) 526-2007 D20ME II module, supporting RS-232 and RS-485
interfaces, suitable for VME D20 and D200
applications requiring multiple processors and/or
Ethernet support.

Note All D20ME module types can be used with D20 Base firmware or CCU Base
firmware.
You must select which base system to use when choosing the module type in Config
Pro.

LED Indicators See “Operations: D20ME/ME II Main Board” on page 115 for information about
LED indicators.

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D20ME/ME II The D20ME/ME II has Base software, which resides on the BootROM installed at
Factory Fitted the factory.
Software
Each D20ME/ME II board undergoes factory testing. The level of testing depends on
the type of system you have ordered. See “D20/D200 Software Configuration” page
99.

D20ME: • Supports eight serial channels, and utilizes a serial I/O (SIO) chip (called the
Serial I/O "Octart")
Architecture
• Serial channels are routed to the DB-9 connectors on the back of the chassis
• One channel (COM0) from the rear panel is also routed to the WESMAINT
DB-9 connector on the face plate of the processor card.

Note: Use only a standard PROMAINT cable (GE Energy part number 977-
0048) when you are connecting to the D20ME or ME II’s front-panel
WESMAINT connector. Use of any other cable may cause serious damage.

Serial The following table gives the serial communication performance of the D20ME. The
Performance information below is provided only as a guideline for comparison.
Note 1: The aggregate limits of the modules are dependent on the quantity and
processing load of other applications running in the modules.
Note 2: The actual communication speed of any port is defined by and limited to
speeds that individual applications support. Some applications and base
systems may not support baud rates higher than 9600.

Parameter D20ME/ME II Limit

Aggregate serial communications 7 ports at 38.4 kbps, plus WESMAINT

limit of module, half-duplex

Enhanced Using the Monitor's BAUD command, the communication speed of the WESMAINT
Feature: port can be changed to a higher or lower rate. The most common reasons for
68K Monitor increasing the WESMAINT port speed are to reduce the time required to:
Speed Change
• Download application code file to the flash memory, and to
• Carry out a configuration download.
Refer to “Appendix B: Changing the Baud Rate”, page 127 for more information.

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D20: Supplying There are various power supply options for a D20 system:
Power
• Standard Chassis-mounted Power Supplies
• Auxiliary Power Supplies
• Redundant Power Supplies

D20 Power The chassis-mounted power supply modules are switch-mode converters that provide
Supply output power for the D20ME/ME II board, VME cards, modems and D20 Peripheral
I/O modules, as required.

External Power If you have an extended system with more than five peripherals, then the chassis-
Supplies mounted D20 Power Supply will not be adequate. You will need to install an
external power supply.

Redundant A redundant power supply provides fail-over protection and ensures continuous
Power Supplies power to the unit.

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Standard The following table gives details of the standard chassis-mounted, auxiliary and
Power Supplies redundant power supplies that are available. Other power supplies are available for
specific requirements. Contact GE Energy for details.

Type Part Number Input Output Mounting

Chassis- 580-2004 20 – 60 VDC +5 V, 7 A

mounted +12 V, 2 A
-12 V, 1 A
24 VDC, 3 A
Chassis- 580-2005 20 – 60 VDC +5 V, 7 A
mounted +12 V, 2 A
-12 V, 1 A
48 VDC, 1.5 A
Chassis- 580-2006 100 – 300 VDC +5 V, 7 A
mounted or +12 V, 2 A
85 – 264 VAC -12 V, 1 A
24 VDC, 3 A
Chassis- 580-2007 100 – 300 VDC +5 V, 7 A
mounted or +12 V, 2 A
+85 – 264 VAC -12 V, 1 A
48 VDC, 1.5 A
Auxiliary 521 - 0103 20 – 60 VDC 24 VDC, 75 W Rack-mounted
Auxiliary 521 - 0104 100 – 300 VDC 24 VDC, 75 W Rack-mounted
Auxiliary 521 - 0105 90 – 250 VAC 24 VDC, 75 W Rack-mounted
Auxiliary 521 - 0106 100 – 350 VDC 48 VDC, 120 W Rack-mounted
Auxiliary 521 - 0107 90 – 250 VAC 48 VDC, 120 W Rack-mounted
Redundant 580 - 0719 110 VAC/125 24 VDC
VDC
Redundant 580 - 0741 220 VAC/48 48VDC
VDC
Redundant 580 - 0789 110 VAC/ 48 48 VDC
VDC
Redundant 510 - 0241 115 VAC + 15% 48 VDC, 2.5 A Rack-mounted
30 – 60 VDC
Redundant 510 - 0242 115 VAC + 15% 48 VDC, 2.5 A Rack-mounted
40 – 144 VDC

D20/D200 Make sure your D20/D200 power input is externally protected for overcurrent. The
Overcurrent fuse rating that is required depends on the specific power consumption of your
Protection system.

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Modems Two D20 modems are available for communications to a host computer or to other
IEDs:
• WESDAC 202/V.23 is a 1200-baud Bell 202 or CCITT V.23 standard modem
designed for 300 to 1200 baud asynchronous operation on unconditioned lines
and supports the majority of SCADA/EMS applications. It is available in a 19"
rack mount or 3U vertical mount configuration in the D20 chassis.
• WESDAC 212/V.23 is a 1200-baud Bell 212 standard modem, (auto answer
only), used for dial-up access to the D20. This modem is available for mounting
only as a 3U vertical mount.

Third-party Third-party modems can be used to meet specific customer requirements. These
Modems modems are connected to the D20/D200 via standard RS-232 connections.

WESMAINT For maintenance work on a D20 or D200 you will need a WESMAINT port cable to
Cable connect to the D20 and D200. These are available in either 8’ or 15’ lengths.
Also use this type of cable to connect to Promaint for maintenance work on the D20
Peripheral I/O modules.
For WESMAINT cable DB-9 connector pinouts, see “WESMAINT Cable Pinouts”,
page 88.

I/O Peripherals Peripheral I/O modules are intelligent modules containing an on-board
microprocessor. They are configured as slaves to the D20ME/ME II main processor.
In this way, specific I/O processing is distributed throughout the RTU to the
appropriate I/O module. There are five types of I/O peripherals:
• D20A analog input
• D20S digital inputs
• D20K digital output
• D20C combination input/output
• D20AC alternating current analog input
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I/O Peripheral Each D20 peripheral I/O module consists of two separate assemblies:
Module
• WESDAC logic panel, for Data Acquisition and Control
Assembly
• WESTERM panel, for field Termination
The logic panel contains the logic circuitry and active components. The termination
panel provides terminations for all field I/O, power, the local WESMAINT port, and
the HDLC port for the D.20 Link.
Acrylic Display
Cover

el
ic Pan
Log
AC
ESD
W

Terminal Blocks

el
Pan
n
t io
i na
T erm
RM
STE
Metal Mounting WE
Plate

The logic board sits in a metal enclosure and plugs directly into the termination
panel. The termination panel sits on a 5.25" wide metal panel designed for flat or
rack mounting. The logic panel enclosure is faced with semi-transparent acrylic,
through which the user can monitor LED displays for various peripheral functions
and all field I/O points.

Hot-swap The WESDAC board can be hot-swapped off the WESTERM board without
Peripherals disconnecting the power. A module failure is indicated on the LED displays. If a unit
fails, you can unplug the failed WESDAC unit and replace it with a working unit
while the power remains on. Once the new unit is installed, the D20ME/ME II
automatically downloads the appropriate database parameters to the module to make
it operational.
Note: This can be done without removing power from the peripheral, hence
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D20A Analog The D20A peripheral is a 32-point analog input interface module for the D20.
Input
The D20A WESDAC logic module plugs directly into a D20A WESTERM
Peripheral
termination panel, which provides three screw compression type terminals for each
input (+, -, shield) and sockets for analog scaling networks. DB25 and barrier strip
termination options are also available. Provision is made for configuring analog loop
supply from the D20A or externally. Loop voltage is fused and can be monitored.
An on/off-line indication is passed to the D20/D200, where it can be used as a
pseudo status.

D20S Digital The D20S can accept up to 64 digital inputs.

Input
The WESDAC D20S logic module plugs directly into a WESTERM D20S
Peripheral
termination panel equipped with screw compression type terminals for field
terminations. DB25 and barrier strip termination options are also available.
The D20S termination panel is jumper-configurable for contact wetting supplied
from the D20S or an external source. Wetting voltage is fused and monitored.
An on/off-line indication is passed to the D20/D200, where it can be used as a
pseudo status.

D20K Control The D20K is a 32-point control output interface module for the D20. It supports up
Output 32 trip/close pairs, 32 individual controls and/or 16 raise/lower pairs.
Peripheral
The D20K logic module plugs directly into a D20K termination panel, which is
equipped with screw compression type field terminations. DB25 and barrier strip
termination options are also available.
A Local/Remote switch and control output fusing are also provided. The
Local/Remote switch is a manually operated switch used to disable D20K relay coil
power during maintenance. An on/off-line indication is passed to the D20/D200,
where it can be used as a pseudo status. Fuse protection complete with monitoring of
fuse status is provided for control output power supplied from an internal source.
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D20C The D20C is a combination I/O module that is used for small-point-count
Combination applications. The D20C can be configured with:
I/O Peripheral
• 16 digital inputs
• 8 momentary or dual function trip/close control outputs
• 16 analog inputs
• 8 analog inputs and 8 analog outputs.
The D20C performs all the I/O processes similar to the other D20 I/O modules, but
uses a faster clock speed to meet the increased processing power demand.
Interposing relays may be supplied using a WESTERM D20KI, as with the D20K.
A Local/Remote switch is provided to turn off relay coil power, and put the module
off-line. An on/off-line indication is sent to the D20/D200, which is available to the
host as a pseudo-status.

D20C Daughter D20C1 and D20C2 daughter boards are available as options for the D20C peripheral.
Boards They are mounted on the D20C WESDAC to give additional analog inputs and
analog outputs, as shown below:

Table: D20C WESDAC Board Digital Digital Analog Analog

Options Inputs Outputs Inputs Outputs
D20C 16 8

D20C with D20C1 Daughter Board 16 8 16

D20C with D20C2 Daughter Board 16 8 8 8

D20AC Analog The D20AC peripheral, which is the alternating current analog input module for the
Input D20 product line, provides:
Peripheral
• Up to six 50/60Hz voltage inputs
• Up to nine 50/60Hz current inputs
• One DC input
To provide isolation, the termination panel uses current and potential transformers on
the AC inputs, and an isolation transformer on the DC input. The current inputs
utilize a compressor to achieve an eight-times reduction of the input signal. The AC
current and voltage inputs, and the DC input are buffered before being multiplexed
into the analog-to-digital (A/D) converter section.

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Promaint Promaint is the maintenance facility for the peripheral modules. Use it to:
• View data
• Force control points to verify that the board is functioning correctly
• Calibrate a D20C Board
Note Promaint access to the D20C board requires an additional daughter card,
the WESDAC D20C WESMAINT Interface: 540 –0162.

D.20 Peripheral Communications between the D20 main processor and the D20 peripheral I/O
Link modules are carried over a high-speed, high-level data link (HDLC) called the D.20
Link. The D.20 Link has the following features:
• RS-485 serial link, half duplex, 250 kbps
• D.20 protocol using HDLC format with Manchester encoding
• Supports up to 31 D20 I/O peripheral modules in a standard configuration
• Repeater/extension modules may be used to extend this limit to a maximum of
128 (D20) and 256 (D200) peripheral I/O modules
Media options:
• RS-485, 24 AWG twisted pair, for applications up to 330 meters
• Multi-Mode Glass Fiber (GFO), up to 2 km
• Plastic Fiber (PFO), up to 60 meters
Notes: If you are using the D20 or D200 as a Master Data Concentrator, then the
D.20 Link connectors are not used.
The D.20 Link can also be used to supply power to peripherals on smaller
D20 horizontal slot chassis systems. See “Peripherals: Supplying Power”,
page 54.

Second D.20 Redundant D.20 communication channels are available on all peripherals. Daughter
Link boards are required to support this functionality:
• Part number: 540-0207, for the A, S and K boards
• Part number: 540-0209 for the C board

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Extended To extend communications to multiple peripherals, use the D.20 Communications
Communi- Interface or the D.20 Splitter, each of which will allow peripherals to be sited
cations remotely from the D20.
In conjunction with the D.20 RS-485 Adaptor, the D.20 Communications Interface
acts as a communication repeater to overcome the limit of 31 peripherals on a single
RS-485 link.
The D.20 Communications Interface can be used in conjunction with any of the
following plug-in adaptors:
• D.20 RS-485 Interface
• GFO/PFO Adaptors
The D.20 Splitter can be used only with the GFO/PFO adaptors.

D.20 Comm Use the D.20 Communication Interface module when you require one-to-one
Interface communication links with peripherals.

D.20 Splitter Use the D.20 Splitter when you require one-to-four communication links with
peripherals, especially if peripherals are clustered in different areas of the substation.

D.20 RS-485 The D.20 RS-485 Interface provides the repeater function, which can only be
Interface implemented on the D.20 Communications Interface.

GFO and PFO Glass Fiber Optic (GFO) and Plastic Fiber Optic (PFO) adaptors are used to provide
Adaptors either glass or plastic fiber optical cable extensions to the D.20 Link. These allow
interference free links to peripherals that are sited at a remote distance from the main
D20 installation.

Extended When power requirements for multiple peripherals exceed the base system
Power limitations, use the D.20 DC Interface module.

D.20 DC The D.20 DC Interface module is used:

Interface
• As power input for additional peripherals on a D.20 Link
• For power supply to peripherals on a D200 vertical slot multi-node
implementation which cannot use the D20 Link for peripheral power supply

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Interposing The required rating of the relays on the K and C boards is determined by the loading
Relays characteristics of the device that the boards control.
If the load rating of the controlled device exceeds the K or C board relay rating, then
you will need an Interposing Relay panel.

Universal A Universal Protocol Converter (UPC) is required when the D20/D200 has to
Protocol communicate with a device that uses a synchronous communications format. The
Converter function of the UPC is to convert between the D20/D200’s asynchronous format, and
the device’s synchronous format.
See “Universal Protocol Converter”, page 88 for UPC configuration.

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D20EME The D20 Ethernet/Memory Expansion (EME) kit can be installed in a D20 or D200
to add expanded (Global) memory and/or Ethernet capability.
D20EME kits are offered in a variety of options to address common requirements for
D20 and D200 systems, including:
• Ethernet only systems
• Expanded (or Global) memory only applications
• Combined Ethernet and Global memory systems

Applications of The D20EME kit can be used in two main applications:

the D20EME
• New installations
• Upgrade or replacement applications.

Upgrades and • When upgrading a D20 VME or D200 from a GreenSpring Ethernet card to an
Replacements Ethernet EME card, you need to re-install software into the D20ME/ME II
processor.
• Upgrading a D200 to use a memory-only EME does not require new firmware,
but may require a new configuration.
• If you are adding Ethernet capability to an existing D20 VME, first verify that
the D20’s power supply is capable of handling the additional load. For further
advice, contact GE for assistance.
• The interconnect cable that links the EME main board to the MIC card must be
routed inside the D20 or D200 chassis. Routing the cable outside the chassis may
cause excessive EMI radiation and/or interfere with operation.

Table: Chassis Some types of D20 VME chassis cannot be used for EME applications:
Compatibility
Compatible
D20 Chassis Part Number with D20EME?
500-0305 No

500-0280 with 953-3061 (MX) Sub-assembly Yes

500-0280 without 953-3061 (MX) Sub-assembly (older No

version)

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D20EME Kit A D20EME kit consists of up to four main components:
Components
• D20EME main board (Ethernet/Memory Card)
• Optional Memory Expansion Card (daughter board)
• Media Interface Card (MIC)
• Interconnect Cable

Table: The following table lists the D20EME options and applications.
Available
Options

Component Part # Description Application

D20EME Main Board

526-2100 8 MB EME 8 MB Global
with Ethernet memory and
Ethernet in D200
526-2101 0 MB EME Ethernet only in
with Ethernet D20/D200
526-2102 8 MB EME, 8 MB Global
no Ethernet memory only in
D200
Memory Expansion Card
526-2115 8 MB Upgrade an 8 MB
Memory D20EME main
Expansion card to 16 MB in
Card D200 and multi-
node D20
Note: Cannot
be used to add
memory to a main
card that does not
have memory
installed.

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Table: Available Options (continued)

Component Part # Description Application

Media Interface Card

526-2110 10BASE-T, Twisted-pair
Ethernet Ethernet dual
interface used with
Ethernet EME card
in D20/D200.
526-2111 10BASE2, Coaxial Ethernet
Ethernet dual interface used
with Ethernet EME
card in D20/D200.
526-2112 10BASE-FL, Fiber-optic
Ethernet Ethernet dual
interface used with
Ethernet EME card
in D20/D200.
Interconnect Cable
977-0298 Interconnect Included only with
Cable for “Ethernet” kits.
Ethernet kits
Carries power and
Ethernet signaling
from the main
EME card to the
MIC card.

Notes • A Memory Expansion only kit contains the Memory Expansion Card only
• The main boards used in D20s or D200s must have CCU (Central Control Unit,
term used to describe the D200 multi-processor system) base software to access
either the Ethernet or global memory facilities over a VME backplane

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Ethernet The Ethernet and global memory options that are available depend on the D20/D200
Capability base software, as shown in the following table.

Base Software Ethernet Capability Global Memory Ethernet Capability AND

Only Expansion Only Global Memory Expansion
D20 with D20 Base No Yes No
D20 with CCU Base Yes, with VME Backplane Yes, with VME Backplane Yes, with VME Backplane
D200 with CCU Base Yes, with VME Backplane Yes, with VME Backplane Yes, with VME Backplane

Media Interface If your D20/D200 system is enabled for Ethernet using the D20EME board, then you
Cards need a Media Interface Card (MIC). There are three types of media interface cards,
all of which are two-channel modules. For Jumper Settings on the various cards, see
“MIC Jumper Options”, page 81.
For LED operational indicators, see “Media Interface Cards LED Indicators”, page
117.

Interconnect The interconnect cable links an “Ethernet” D20EME main card to a MIC card. The
Cable cable carries two channels of Ethernet traffic and power for the MIC card.

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D20/D200 D20/D200 equipment redundancy requires:

Redundancy • A second CCU (Central Control Unit, a term used to describe the D200 multi-
processor system), and
• One or more RS-232 Switch Panels.
Note: The quiescent current of the +12 V power supply input on the RS-232 Switch
Panel is 15 mA. The maximum power requirement on the +12 V input during
operation is 230 mA.
Through a toggle switch on the RS-232 Switch Panel, you designate one of the
CCUs as the Active unit. If the Active unit hardware or software fails, the Active
CCU is automatically switched offline, and the Standby unit is switched through to
the field equipment (i.e., it is made Active).
The RS-232 Switch Panel is not equipped with EMI protection circuitry. If the
connection length exceeds 3m, a Serial Surge Protection Panel (GE item number
540-0249) or equivalent protection device should be installed.
The following diagram illustrates a redundant D20/D200 system, with CCU A
active:
To Field
Equipment
.....

RS-232 Switch Panel

CCU A Serial CCU B Serial
Communications ..... RS-232 Switch
..... Communications
Monitor and
Control
CCU A CCU B
(Active) (Standby)
Inter-CCU
Communications

See “Redundant D20/D200 Systems” on page 83 for:

• Requirements for implementing a redundant D20/D200 system
• Instructions for physically assembling a redundant D20/D200 system

Failover If the Active CCU fails:

Sequence
1. The Standby CCU detects the failure through the inter-CCU communications
link.
2. The Standby CCU commands the RS-232 Switch Panel to switch over all
serial connections.
3. The RS-232 Switch Panel switches all serial field connections to the Standby
CCU, which now becomes the Active CCU.

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D20/D200 In the example on page 39, if CCU A fails, CCU B becomes active, as shown below:
Redundancy
Failover To Field
Equipment
.....

RS-232 Switch Panel

CCU A Serial CCU B Serial
Communications ..... RS-232 Switch
..... Communications
Monitor and
Control
CCU A CCU B
(Failed) (Active)
Inter-CCU
Communications

RS-232 Switch The RS-232 Switch Panel has two sets of indicator LEDs:
Panel:
• PWR A/PWR B: When lit, power and communications are received from the
Indicators
designated CCU. Normally, both LEDs are lit.
• CCU A/CCU B: Normally, one LED is lit, indicating the Active CCU.
Power Indicator
LEDs

Active/Standby
Switch
CCU Indicator
LEDs

RS-232 Switch The Active/Standby switch on the front of the RS-232 Switch Panel is used to:
Panel:
• Restore a previously failed CCU to Active status, once it has been repaired.
Active/Standby
Switch • Manually force a CCU to Active status, so routine maintenance can be
performed on the other CCU.
For instructions on operating the Active/Standby switch, refer to “RS-232 Switch
Panel: Active/Standby Switch Operation” on page 117

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RS-232 Switch RS-232 Switch Panel connectors, accessible from the rear of the panel, are illustrated
Panel: below:
Connectors

J1 J2 J3 J4 J5 J6 J7 J8

TB 3
P1 P2 P3 P4 P5 P6 P7 P8

P9 P10 P11 P12 P13 P14 P15 P16

The connectors have the following functionality:

P1 through P16 Provide serial connections to each of the two CCUs. P1 through P8 are
connected to CCU A, and P9 through P16 are connected to CCU B.
J1 through J8 Connect to field equipment. If CCU A is active, serial connections P1
through P8 are switched to J1 through J8. If CCU B is active, serial
connections P9 through P16 are switched to J1 through J8.
TB1 Connect the monitor and control cables (referred to as the Watchdog
cables) from each of the CCUs.
TB2, TB4 In systems with more than eight serial port connections, TB2 and TB4
are used to interconnect multiple RS-232 Switch Panels. A maximum of
eight RS-232 Switch Panels can be cascaded.

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Connections and Configuration

This Section Use this section to:
• Set external jumper configurations
• Make field wiring connections

D20ME Main Some of the option jumpers and components found on the 526-2004 and 526-2005
Module: Board D20ME cards:
Layout

JP1

JP2
JP3

BootROM

JP4

Lithium JP8
Batteries

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D20ME Jumpering, continued

D20ME The following tables summarize the jumper settings for the D20ME main processor
Jumper board.
Options
Note: Single Node D20 is the factory default configuration.

Board Function JP1 JP2 JP3-1 JP3-2

Master / VME Address Bits RTC - RTC -
Slave 4 3 2 1 SERCLOCK BTRC

Single Node D20 OUT IN IN IN IN OUT IN

(see note above)
Lead Node of D200 OUT IN IN IN OUT IN IN
Non-lead Node #2 IN IN IN OUT IN IN OUT
Non-lead Node #3 IN IN IN OUT OUT IN OUT
Non-lead Node #4 IN IN OUT IN IN IN OUT
Non-lead Node #5 IN IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT
Non-lead Node #6 IN IN OUT OUT IN IN OUT
Non-lead Node #7 IN IN OUT OUT OUT IN OUT
Non-lead Node #8 IN OUT IN IN IN IN OUT

JP1 - VME This jumper sets the Master or Slave role of the board on the VME bus.
Control
Note: Single-node (D20) systems are always set to Master

JP2 - VME JP2 is a group of four jumpers that set the VME bus address of the board. The
Address address should reflect the board location in a D200 CCU chassis.
Example: The board with address 1 will be the lead node, with nodes 2 through 8
positioned to the right of the lead node.
Note: Single-node D20s are set to address 0 (all jumpers IN)

JP3-1 and These two jumpers determine the Real Time Clock (RTC) source for each D20ME
JP3-2 board in a CCU.
RTC Options
• Single-node D20s and the first, or Lead, node of a D200 will use their internal
clock.
• Non-lead nodes of a D200 must synchronize their clocks to node 1’s clock.

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JP4 - Watchdog This 2-position jumper enables or disables the hardware Watchdog.
Note: The Watchdog should never be left disabled during normal operation of
the D20ME.

JP4 Pins Jumper Position Function

Pin 1 = SLOWCK pin 1 to 2 (center) disables the hardware Watchdog.
Pin 3 = /WD
pin 3 to 2 (center) enables the hardware Watchdog.

JP8 – Battery The D20ME card has two 3.6V lithium batteries to maintain NVRAM contents in the
Backup event of a power failure.
Enable/disable
Important: Disconnect the batteries if the board is to be stored for extended periods.

Jumper Position Function

JP8 pin 1 to 2 disconnects the batteries from the NVRAM
pin 3 to 2 connects the batteries to the NVRAM
pins 4 to 5 always jumpered

Other Jumpers Jumpers JP5, JP6 and JP7 are not user configurable. They are for factory test only.

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D20ME II Jumpering

D20ME II This diagram shows the location of some of the optional jumpers and components
Board Layout found on the D20ME II cards (Part # 526-2006 and 526-2007).

SW1
JP1

SW2

JP2
JP3

BootROM JP11

JP8
JP4

The WESDAC D20ME II is functionally identical to the WESDAC D20ME except

for the added capability to select, on a per-channel basis, RS-232 or RS-485 (RS-
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Table: VME The following tables summarize the jumper settings for each board function and
Jumper position that is installed in a CCU for D20 or D200:
Options

Single Node For D20 or D200:

Board Function JP1 JP2 JP3-1 JP3-2

Master / VME Address Bits RTC - RTC -
Slave 4 3 2 1 SERCLOCK BRTC

Single Node OUT IN IN IN IN OUT IN

Multi-Node For D20 or D200:

Board Function JP1 JP2 JP3-1 JP3-2

Master / VME Address Bits RTC - RTC -
Slave 4 3 2 1 SERCLOCK BRTC

Node #1 OUT IN IN IN OUT IN IN

Node #2 IN IN IN OUT IN IN OUT
Node #3 IN IN IN OUT OUT IN OUT
Node #4 IN IN OUT IN IN IN OUT
Node #5 IN IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT
Node #6 IN IN OUT OUT IN IN OUT
Node #7 IN IN OUT OUT OUT IN OUT
Node #8 IN OUT IN IN IN IN OUT

Notes: • Single Node is the factory default configuration.

• If you have a single-node implementation with Ethernet or Memory expansion or
both, configure jumpers as Single Node.

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JP1 - This jumper sets the Master or Slave function of the board on the VME bus.
VME Control
Note: Single-node D20 systems are always set to Master.

JP2 - JP2 is a group of four jumpers that set the VME bus address of the board. The
VME Address address should reflect the board location in a D200 CCU chassis.
Example: The board with address 1 will be the lead node, with nodes 2 through 8
positioned to the right of the lead node.
Note: Single-node D20s are set to address 0 (all jumpers IN).

JP3-1 and These two jumpers determine the Real-Time Clock (RTC) source for each D20ME
JP3-2 II board in a CCU:
RTC Options
• Single-node D20s and the first, or lead, node of a D200 both use an internal
clock.
• Non-lead nodes of a D200 synchronize the clocks to the clock of the lead node.

Table: JP4 - This two-position jumper enables or disables the hardware Watchdog.
Watchdog
Note: Never leave the Watchdog disabled during normal D20ME II operation.
Enable/Disable

Jumper Position Function

JP4 pin 1 to 2 Disables the hardware Watchdog.

(center)
Pin 1 = SLOWCK
Pin 3 = /WD pin 3 to 2 Enables the hardware Watchdog.
(center)

Table: JP8 – The D20ME II card has two 3.6V Lithium batteries, Tadiran® TL-2150 or
Battery Backup equivalent, to maintain NVRAM contents in the event of a power failure.
Enable/Disable
Important: Disconnect the batteries if you are storing the board for extended periods
of time.

Jumper Position Function

JP8 pin 1 to 2 Disconnects the batteries from the NVRAM

pin 3 to 2 Connects the batteries to the NVRAM

pins 4 to 5 Always jumpered

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SW1 When set for RS-485 mode (see SW2), each serial communication port channel must
be set for either RS-485 2-wire with the switch ON, or RS-485 4-wire (RS422) with
RS-485 2W/4W
the switch OFF. RS-232 is the factory default setting for the D20ME Processor with
the switch OFF.
Note: In order for RS485 (2-wire/4-wire) to operate, the RTS ON/OFF setting must
be enabled and both DCD and CTS must be disabled in Config Pro specific
to the protocol being used for that serial port. RTS must be toggled ON for
RS485 2-wire transmissions and may be set continuously ON for RS485 4-
wire data transmissions.
Note: When operating a serial communication channel in RS-232 mode always
have the corresponding switch OFF.

SW1 (pins) Serial Comm Port RS-485 2- RS-485 4- RS-232

wire wire

1-16 1 ON OFF OFF

2-15 2 ON OFF OFF
3-14 3 ON OFF OFF
4-13 4 ON OFF OFF
5-12 5 ON OFF OFF
6-11 6 ON OFF OFF
7-10 7 ON OFF OFF

SW2 SW2 allows each serial communication port channel to be set for either RS-485 (RS-
422) mode with the switch ON, or for the default setting of RS-232 mode with the
RS-485/RS-232
switch OFF.
Mode Selection
JP10 (pins) Serial Comm Port RS-485(RS-422) RS-232 mode
mode

1-16 1 ON OFF
2-15 2 ON OFF
3-14 3 ON OFF
4-13 4 ON OFF
5-12 5 ON OFF
6-11 6 ON OFF
7-10 7 ON OFF

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JP11 A JP11 jumper is always installed in conjunction with a serial communications port
channel. The jumper's position depends on whether the channel has been mode
RS-232/RS-485
selected as either RS-232 or RS-485 (see SW2).
Operation
Note: In order for RS485 (RS422) to operate, the RTS ON/OFF setting must be
enabled and both DCD and CTS must be disabled in Config Pro specific to
the protocol being used for that serial port. RTS must be toggled ON for
RS485 transmissions and may be set continuously ON for RS422 data
transmissions.

Serial Comm Port JP11 (pins) RS-232 JP11 (pins) RS-485(RS-422)

Enabled

1 1-2 2-3
2 4-5 5-6
3 7-8 8-9
4 10-11 11-12
5 13-14 14-15
6 16-17 17-18
7 19-20 20-21

Table: Serial Pinouts for serial ports for both RS-232 and RS-485 configurations.
Port Pinouts
DB-9 Pin RS-232 RS-485

1 CD N/C
2 RX RX-
3 TX TX-
4 N/C N/C
5 GND Com GND
6 N/C N/C
7 RTS TX+
8 CTS RX+
9 EARTH GND EARTH GND

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2-Wire RS-485 Schematic of the cable wiring necessary for 2-wire RS-485 operation. The pin
Cable pattern is as seen from the back of the DB9-F connector.
5
9
4
8 +
3 TX/RX
7 –
2
6
1

4-Wire RS-485 Schematic of the cable wiring necessary for 4-wire RS-485 operation. The pin
Cable pattern is as seen from the back of the DB9-F connector.
5
9
4 +
8 RX
3 –
7 +
2 TX

1
6 –
Transient The RS-485 port on the D20ME II provides no isolation and offers limited built-in
Suppression transient suppression. If you are using the D20ME II in an environment where longer
cable runs with larger transients are expected, installation of an external transient
suppression device is recommended to protect the RTU. In addition, GE
recommends the installation of an external transient suppression device when the
RS-485 communication cable must be run to devices located outside of the RTU
cabinet containing the D20ME II. Contact customer service for additional
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D20ME/ME II Power is supplied to the D20ME/ME II Main Boards through the backplane:
Power
• WESTERM D20M+ SS for non-VME. See Module Layout 517-0224-ML
Connections
• WESTERM D20 VME bus backplane. See Module Layout 517-0123-ML
• SCHROFF VME bus backplane. See Module Layout 500-0307-ML

D200 Power The D200 uses two power supply units, one for 5V and one for +12/-12V supply.
Supply Power is supplied through the CCU Switch and Fuse Assembly. Each unit can be
switched to accommodate 110V or 220V mains power supply. There is also a
version with a 48 VDC input.
There may be two of each power supply for redundancy: two 5V and two +12/-12V.

Procedure To replace a 5V power supply:

Step Action

1 Remove the 5V Power Supply from the D200 Chassis.

Inspect the right side of the casing.
Note: In the middle of the right side a slotted dial is visible through
one of the casing apertures. This dial indicates the mains
supply voltage setting: 115V or 220V.

2 Set the voltage by carefully inserting a small screwdriver through the

aperture to turn the dial approximately 45°.
Result: The mains power supply rating has been set for the Power
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Procedure To switch +12/-12V power supply:

Step Action

1 Remove the +12/-12V Power Supply from the D200 Chassis.

Inspect the right side of the casing.
Note: In the middle at the bottom of the right side a toggle switch is
visible through one of the casing apertures. This switch
indicates the mains supply voltage setting: 220V/110V.

2 Set the voltage as required by carefully toggling the switch through an

aperture in the underside of the casing.
Result: The mains power supply rating has been set for the Power
Supply.

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Termination There are three WESTERM Termination Panels. For jumper configuration settings
Panels: Jumper for each of these boards see the Module Layout drawings:
Settings
• WESTERM D20M+ SS for non-VME see 517-0224-ML
• WESTERM D20M+ for VME see 517-0225-ML
• WESTERM D20M++ for VME see 517-0245-ML

Termination Power connections to the WESTERM Termination Panels are made on connector
Panels: Power blocks:
Supply
• TB1 on the WESTERM D20M+ SS and WESTERM D20M+
• TB2 on the WESTERM D20M++

WESTERM Power Supply connections on WESTERM D20M+ SS and WESTERM D20M+:

D20M+SS:
Power Supply

• 1 & 2 are used for input power connections based on the WESDAC D20 Power
Supply
• 4 & 5 can be used as a switched auxiliary power supply source
• 7 & 8 can be used externally for status wetting, contact wetting and/or
miscellaneous power connections, if applicable.

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WESTERM Power Supply connections on the WESTERM D20M++:
D20M++:
Power Supply

• 1 & 2 are used for input power connections based upon the WESDAC D20
Power Supply

Peripherals: Power supply to the WESDAC/WESTERM peripheral pairings is through the

Supplying WESTERM boards.
Power
If you have the D20 horizontal slot chassis for a VME or non-VME installation, then
power supply to the I/O Peripherals can be run through the D.20 Link. This is also
possible for a D20 two-node implementation of this chassis assembly. If you have
the D200 vertical slot chassis for multi-node, then you cannot run the power supply
to the I/O Peripherals through the D.20 Link; you require the D.20 DC Interface
module: See “D.20 Interface Modules: connect for power using D.20 Link”, page 61
In RTU systems using more that five peripherals, an external power supply is
required and this supply is wired directly onto the WESTERM board. Typical power
consumption for D20 I/O peripherals is as follows:
D20A 20 – 60 VDC, 8 W typical
D20C 20 – 60 VDC, 5 W typical
D20K 20 – 60 VDC, 4 W typical, 11 W
with all relays energized
D20S 20 – 60 VDC, 3 W typical

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Peripherals: Connect power to A, S, K, C, and AC peripheral boards using the D.20 HDLC Link
connect for using a daisy-chain series of connections from peripheral to peripheral.
power using
D.20 Link

Procedure Connect peripherals using the D.20 Link:

Step Action

1 Connect the D.20 link DB9 connector to the JI input on WESTERM

peripheral board number one.

2 Connect the D.20 link DB9 connector out from the J2 connector and into
the J1 connector on WESTERM peripheral board number two.

3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 for each WESTERM peripheral board in series.

Result: The peripherals are connected for power using the D.20 Link.

Table: J1 The following table gives DB9 Connector pinouts for J1 input on the WESTERM
pinouts on boards:
WESTERM
Peripherals

Pin Number Function Signal Direction

INPUT OUTPUT
1 GND

2 TX/RX1 √ √
3 TX/RX1 √ √

4 + DC1 √
5 - DC1 √
6 TX/RX2 √ √
7 TX/RX2 √ √

8 + DC2 √
9 - DC2 √

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WESTERM For connections to an external power supply for current loop powered transducers,
D20A: External use TB1-49 and TB1-99 on the WESTERM D20A:
Loop Supply

Jumpers Z3 and Z4 must be set for loop supply routing. Fuse F2 provides
overcurrent protection on the positive leg of the selected loop supply. See
“WESTERM D20A: Jumpers”, page 66.

WESTERM For connections to an external DC power source for status input wetting, use TB1-65
D20S: External and TB1-131 on the WESTERM D20S:
DC Supply

Jumpers Z2 and Z3 must be set for external supply source. Since bipolar status inputs
are allowed, the polarity of the external supply can be connected either way,
depending on the application. Fuses F2 and F3 provide fusing on each leg of the
supply. See “WESTERM D20S: Jumpers”, page 67.

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WESTERM For connections to an external power supply for control output to interposing relay
D20K: External panels, use TB1-1 and TB1-54 on the WESTERM D20K:
Control Output
Supply

Jumpers Z2 and Z3 must be set for external supply source. Fuse F2 provide fusing on
the positive leg of the power supply. See “WESTERM D20K: Jumpers”, page 69.

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WESTERM For connections to the WESTERM D20C for status input wetting, use TB1-1 and
D20C: External TB1-51. TB1-2 is for either a connection accepting an external positive supply for
DC & Control control outputs or as an output connection for sourcing the internal control output
Output Supply common:

Jumpers Z2 and Z3 must be set for external supply source. Jumpers Z4 and Z17 must
be set for TB-2: for either and external (+) polarity supply for control outputs to
interposing relays or for outputting the internal supply common (-).
Since bipolar status inputs are allowed, the polarity of the external supply is
irrelevant. Fuses F2 and F3 provide fusing on each leg of the supply.
See “WESTERM D20C: Jumpers”, page 71.

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WESTERM Redundant DC power supply connections to the WESTERM D20AC are provided on
D20AC: DC TB5-1 (DC1+), TB5-2 (DC1–), TB5-3 (DC2+) and TB5-4 (DC2–):
Power Supply

Fuses F1 and F2 provide fusing on each leg of the supply.

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D.20 Interface Power can be supplied to the D.20 Communications Interface, D.20 Splitter or D.20
Modules: DC DC Interface modules using:
Power Supply
• D.20 Link
• Externally through terminal connector block TB1.
Each power source has two connection points, allowing for redundant supplies for
greater reliability. A switching Power Supply generates the +5 VDC required by the
on-board logic.
External Power Supply connections:

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D.20 Interface Connect power to the D.20 Communications Interface, D.20 Splitter or D.20 DC
Modules: Interface modules using D.20 HDLC:
connect for
• Use J1 & J7 on the D.20 Communications Interface and D.20 DC Interface
power using
modules. See board diagrams on page 74 and page 78
D.20 Link
• Use J1 on the D.20 Splitter. See board diagram on page 76

Table: J1 The following table gives DB9 Connector pinouts for J1 and J7 input on the D.20
pinouts on D.20 Interface modules:
Interface
Modules

Pin Number Function Signal Direction

INPUT OUTPUT
1 GND

2 TX/RX1 √ √
3 TX/RX1 √ √

4 + DC1 √
5 - DC1 √
6 TX/RX2 √ √
7 TX/RX2 √ √

8 + DC2 √
9 - DC2 √

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I/O Peripheral Jumper location and configuration settings are given below. You can also refer to the
Boards: Module Layouts for these boards:
Jumper
• D20A Analog Input
Settings
− WESDAC D20A see 511-0101-ML
− WESTERM D20A see 517-0163-ML
• D20S Digital Input
− WESDAC D20S see 507-0101-ML
− WESTERM D20S see 517-0165-ML
• D20K Control Output
− WESDAC D20K see 508-0101-ML
− WESTERM D20K see 517-0164-ML
• D20C Combination I/O
− WESDAC D20C see 504-0002-ML
− WESTERM D20C see 517-0169-ML
• D20AC (Alternating Current) Analog Input
− WESDAC D20AC see 511-0104-ML for 40 – 150V power and 511-0106-ML
for 20 – 60V power

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WESDAC There are five jumpers on the WESDAC A, S, K and C boards, located in similar
Board Jumpers positions on each of the boards:
Jumpers Z1 to Z5

Notes: The WESDAC D20A board is shown as an example.

The WESDAC D20AC board has no jumpers.

WESDAC Jumpers Z1 to Z5 are used to set the Base software compatibility on the WESDAC
Jumpers Z1-Z5 boards.
Check what Base the D20/D200 main board is using and set the jumpers
accordingly. There are two possible settings:
• For Base 3.11 or older
• For any other base.
Note: If you are replacing a WESDAC peripheral board, you will not see these
jumpers on older versions of the board.

Checking the Use the following table to determine which Base version you have. Inspect the
Base Version BootROM labels on D20M, D20M+ and D20M++ main boards.

BootROM labels on BASE 3.11 or older boards

D20M & D20M+ Boards D20M++ Boards
0.41X 3.02 (SBD006/00)
1.01 3.03 (SBD007/00)
2.00 3.03A (SBD008/00)
2.01
3.00
3.01 (SBD004/00)
3.02 (SBD003/00)
3.03 (SBD005/00)
3.03A (SBD000/00)

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WESDAC The following table shows jumper settings for the different Base software.
Jumper
Settings

Jumper Jumper Jumper Option Jumper Definition – S/W Compatibility

Number Position Setting
1A 1B
Z1 – Z4 1–2 ALL OUT √ ALL OTHER BASES

Z5 1–2 IN √
Z1 – Z4 1–2 ALL IN √ BASE 3.11 OR OLDER

Z5 1–2 IN √ (D20M, D20M+ & D20M++)

Note If you have the D20ME main board, then set the jumper definition to: ALL OTHER
BASES.

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WESTERM Jumper Z1 on each of the five WESTERM boards (A, S, K, C and AC) is used to set
Addressing: the module address. A valid module address consists of a two-part hexadecimal
jumper Z1 value.
Jumper Z1 has eight pairings:

The two-digit hexadecimal number is expressed via binary using the eight pairings
on the jumper according to the schema:

2-DIGIT HEX ADDRESS

Example: Suppose you want a Hex address of 0A, which is decimal 10. Then you
need to install jumpers to express 0 for the first Hex digit and A for the
second Hex digit. You do this by jumpering for decimal 10 in binary,
which is 00001010 for an eight-bit number:

2-DIGIT HEX ADDRESS

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WESTERM Jumper locations on the WESTERM D20A:
D20A: Jumpers
Z4

Z1

Z2

Z3

To set Module address jumpering on Z1, see “WESTERM Addressing”, page 65.
Use jumpers:
• Z2 to enable/disable low loop supply voltage sensing
• Z3 and Z4 to set Analog loop supply.

WESTERM The following table gives jumper settings for Z2, Z3 and Z4.
D20A: Jumper
Settings

Jumper Jumper Jumper Option 1 Jumper Definition – Low Loop Supply

Number Position Setting
1A 1B
Z2 1–2 IN √ Enable bypass for low loop supply sensing

1–2 OUT √ Disable bypass for low loop supply sensing

Option 2 Jumper Definition – Analog Loop Supply

2A 2B 2C
Z3 & Z4 1–2 IN √ Internal Analog loop supply provided by DC1 or
DC2
2–3 IN √ External Analog loop supply on TB1-1 & 3

1–2&2–3 OUT √ Not required

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WESTERM Jumper locations on the WESTERM D20S:
D20S: Jumpers

Z1

Z2

Z3
Z6 & Z7 Z10 & Z11
Z4 & Z5 Z8 & Z9

To set Module address jumpering on Z1, see “WESTERM Addressing”, page 65.
Use jumpers:
• Z2 and Z3 for supply voltage setting
• Z4 to Z11 to set wetting configuration for 64 digital inputs (DI) in groups of
eight
See table below, next page.

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WESTERM The following table gives jumper settings for Z2 to Z11.
D20S: Settings

Jumper Jumper Jumper Option Jumper Definition – Status

Number Position Setting
1A 1B 1C 1D 1E
Z2 & Z3 1–2 IN √ √ D20 Peripheral DC Supply Voltage

2–3 IN √ √ External DC Supply Voltage on TB1-65 and 131

Z4 1–2&3– IN √ √ Contact Wetting Configuration (DI 1 – 8)

4
2–3 IN √ √ Group Common Configuration with Voltage Input
(DI 1 – 8)
Z5 1–2&3– IN √ √ Contact Wetting Configuration (DI 9 – 16)
4
2–3 IN √ √ Group Common Configuration with Voltage Input
(DI 9 – 16)
Z6 1–2&3– IN √ √ Contact Wetting Configuration (DI 25 – 32)
4
2–3 IN √ √ Group Common Configuration with Voltage Input
(DI 25 – 32)
Z7 1–2&3– IN √ √ Contact Wetting Configuration (DI 17 – 24)
4
2–3 IN √ √ Group Common Configuration with Voltage Input
(DI 17 – 24)
Z8 1–2&3– IN √ √ Contact Wetting Configuration (DI 33 – 40)
4
2–3 IN √ √ Group Common Configuration with Voltage Input
(DI 33 – 40)
Z9 1–2&3– IN √ √ Contact Wetting Configuration (DI 41-48)
4
2–3 IN √ √ Group Common Configuration with Voltage Input
(DI 41-48)
Z10 1–2&3– IN √ √ Contact Wetting Configuration (DI 49 – 56)
4
2–3 IN √ √ Group Common Configuration with Voltage Input
(DI 49 – 56)
Z11 1–2&3– IN √ √ Contact Wetting Configuration (DI 57 – 64)
4
2–3 IN √ √ Group Common Configuration with Voltage Input
(DI 57 – 64)

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WESTERM Jumper locations on the WESTERM D20K:
D20K: Jumpers

Z1

Z2 & Z3

Z4 to Z39

To set Module address jumpering on Z1, see “WESTERM Addressing”, page 65.
Use jumpers:
• Z2 and Z3 for supply voltage setting
• Z4 to Z39 to set Trip/Close, Raise/Lower and Control Outputs
See table below, next page.

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WESTERM The following table gives jumper settings for Z2 to Z39.
D20K: Settings

Jumper Jumper Jumper Option Jumper Definition

Number Position Setting
1A 1B 1C
Z2 & Z3 1–2 IN √ Control O/P Source = D20 Peripheral DC Supply Voltage

2–3 IN √ Control O/P Source = External Source Supplied to TB1 – 1 & 54

Option
2A 2B 2C
Z8 1–2 IN √ T/C Configuration for Control O/P 1 – 8 = (T/C 1 – 8)

2–3 IN √ R/L Configuration for Control O/P 1 – 8 = (R/L 13 – 16)

Z9 1–2 IN √ T/C Configuration for Control O/P 9 – 16 = (T/C 9 – 16)

2–3 IN √ R/L Configuration for Control O/P 9 – 16 = (R/L 9 – 12)

Z14 1–2 IN √ T/C Configuration for Control O/P 17 – 24 = (T/C 17 – 24)

2–3 IN √ R/L Configuration for Control O/P 17 – 24 = (R/L 5 – 8)

Z15 1–2 IN √ T/C Configuration for Control O/P 25 – 32= (T/C 25 – 32)

2–3 IN √ R/L Configuration for Control O/P 25 – 32 = (R/L 1 – 4)

Jumper Jumper Jumper Option Jumper Definition

Number Position Setting
3A 3B 3C 3D
Z5 – Z7 1–2&3–4 IN √ T/C Configuration (T/C 1 – 8)
Z19 – Z21
Z30 & Z31 1–2 IN √ R/L Configuration (R/L 13 – 16)

2–3 IN √ Form C or Open Collector Control Outputs 1 – 8

Z4, Z10, 1–2&3–4 IN √ T/C Configuration (T/C 9 – 16)

Z11, Z18,
Z22, Z29, 1–2 IN √ R/L Configuration (R/L 9 – 12)
Z32, Z33
2–3 IN √ Form C or Open Collector Control Outputs 9 – 16

Z12, Z13, 1–2&3–4 IN √ T/C Configuration (T/C 17 – 24)

Z23, Z24,
Z25, Z34, 1–2 IN √ R/L Configuration (R/L 5 – 8)
Z35, Z36
2–3 IN √ Form C or Open Collector Control Outputs 17 – 24

Z16, Z17, 1–2&3–4 IN √ T/C Configuration (T/C 25 – 32)

Z26, Z27,
Z28, Z37, 1–2 IN √ R/L Configuration (R/L 1 – 4)
Z38, Z39
2–3 IN √ Form C or Open Collector Control Outputs 25 – 32

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WESTERM Jumper locations on the WESTERM D20C:
D20C: Jumpers
Z9 to Z16

Z1

JPsZ17
Z17&&Z18
Z18
Z2, Z3 & Z4 Z19 & Z20

To set Module address jumpering on Z1, see “WESTERM Addressing”, page 65.
Use jumpers:
• Z2 and Z3 for supply voltage setting
• Z19 and Z20 for contact wetting configuration
• Others to set Trip/Close, Raise/Lower and Control Outputs
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WESTERM The following table gives jumper settings for Z2 to Z20.
D20C: Settings

Jumper Jumper Jumper Option 1 Jumper Definition – Status

Number Position Setting
1A 1B 1C 1D
Z2 & Z3 1–2 IN √ √ D20 Peripheral DC Supply Voltage

2–3 IN √ √ External DC Supply Voltage on TB1 – 1 & 51

Z19 & 1 – 2, 3 – 4 IN √ √ Contact Wetting Configuration

Z20
2–3 IN √ √ Group Common Configuration

Option 2 Jumper Definition – Control Wetting

Source/Relay Common
2A 2B
Z4 & Z17 1–2 IN √ Internal Control Common Supplied on TB1 – 2

2–3 IN √ External Control O/P Voltage Source to be Supplied

on TB1 – 2

Option 3 Jumper Definition – Control O/P

Configuration
3A 3B 3C 3D 3E 3F
Z5 1–2 IN √ √ √ √ √ Master T/C source to C control O/P
1 & 2 = (T/C 1 & 2)
2–3 IN √ R/L source to C control O/P
1 & 2 = (R/L 4)
Z6 1–2 IN √ √ √ √ Master T/C source to C control O/P
3 & 4 = (T/C 3 & 4)
2–3 IN √ √ R/L source to C control O/P
3 & 4 = (R/L 3)
Z7 1–2 IN √ √ √ Master T/C source to C control O/P
5 & 6 = (T/C 5 & 6)
2–3 IN √ √ √ R/L source to C control O/P
5 & 6 = (R/L 2)
Z8 1–2 IN √ √ Master T/C source to C control O/P
7 & 8 = (T/C 7 & 8)
2–3 IN √ √ √ √ R/L source to C control O/P
7 & 8 = (R/L 1)
Z9 & Z13 1 – 2, 3 – 4 IN √ √ √ √ T/C Configuration (T/C 1 & 2)

1–2 IN √ R/L Configuration (R/L 4)

2–3 IN √ From C Control Outputs 1 & 2

Z10 & 1 – 2, 3 – 4 IN √ √ √ T/C Configuration (T/C 3 & 4)

Z14
1–2 IN √ √ R/L Configuration (R/L 3)

2–3 IN √ Form C Control Outputs 3 & 4

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WESTERM D20C: Settings (continued)

Jumper Jumper Jumper Option 3 Jumper Definition – Control O/P

Number Position Setting Configuration
3A 3B 3C 3D 3E 3F
Z11 & 1–2&3– IN √ √ T/C Configuration (T/C 5 & 6)
Z15 4
1–2 IN √ √ √ R/L Configuration (R/L 2)

2–3 IN √ From C Control Outputs 5 & 6

Z12 & 1–2&3– IN √ T/C Configuration (T/C 7 & 8)

Z16 4
1–2 IN √ √ √ √ R/L Configuration (R/L 1)

2–3 IN √ Form C Control Outputs 7 & 8

WESTERM There is only the Z1 jumper on the WESTERM D20AC. It is located in a similar
D20AC position to Z1 on the A, S, K, and C boards.

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D.20 Interface Jumper location and configuration settings for the D.20 Communication Interface
Modules and D.20 DC Interface are given below. You can also refer to the Module Layouts
for these boards:
• D.20 Communications Interface and D.20 RS-485 Adaptor
− see 520-0117-ML
• D.20 Splitter
− see 520-0118-ML
• D.20 DC Interface
− see 520-0154-ML

D.20 Comm Jumper locations on the D.20 Communications Interface:

Interface:
Jumpers
Z13 & Z14
Z9 to Z12

Z5 & Z6 Z7 & Z8
Z1 to Z4

Use jumpers:
• Z1 to Z4 for external power setting
• Z5 and Z6 for D.20 channel used
• Z7 and Z8 for Repeater channel used
• Z9 to Z14 for SW base compatibility setting
See table below, next page.

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D.20 Comm The following table gives jumper settings for Z1 to Z14.
Interface:
Settings

Jumper Jumper Jumper Option 1 Jumper Definition – External Power

Number Position Setting
1A 1B 1C
Z1 to Z4 2–3 IN √ D.20 Link Power Supplies J8 & Comm. I/F

3–4 IN √ External Power on TB1 supplies J8 only and D.20 Link power supplies
Comm. I/F
1–4&2– IN √ External Power on TB1 supplies D.20 Link, J8 and Comm. I/F
3

2A 2B Jumper Definition – D.20 Channel Used

Z5 to Z6 1–2 IN √ D.20 Channel 1 Used

2–3 IN √ D.20 Channel 2 Used

3A 3B Jumper Definition – Repeater Channel (N/A)

Z7 to Z8 1–2 IN √ RS-485 Interface Connected to D.20 Channel 1

2–3 IN √ RS-485 Interface Connected to D.20 Channel 2

4A 4B Jumper Definition – S/W Base Compatibility

Z9 to Z12 1–2 ALL IN √
Base 3.11, Pre-Win or Older
Z13 & 1–2 IN √
Z14
Z9 to Z12 1–2 ALL √
OUT
ALL OTHER BASES
Z13 & 2–3 IN √
Z14

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D.20 Splitter: Jumper locations on the D.20 Splitter:
Jumpers

Z5 & Z6 Z1 to Z4 Z7 to Z10 Z11

Use jumpers:
• Z1 to Z4 for external power setting
• Z5 and Z6 for D.20 channel used
• Z7 to Z11 for SW base compatibility setting

D.20 Splitter: The following table gives jumper settings for Z1 to Z11.
Settings

Jumper Jumper Jumper Option 1 Jumper Definition – External Power

Number Position Setting
1A 1B 1C
Z1 to Z4 1–4&2– OUT √ D.20 Link Power Supplies Splitter
3
1–4&2– IN √ External Power on TB1 supplies D.20 Link and Splitter
3

2A 2B Jumper Definition – D.20 Channel Used

Z5 to Z6 1–2 IN √ D.20 Channel 1 Used

2–3 IN √ D.20 Channel 2 Used

3A 3B Jumper Definition – S/W Base Compatibility

Z7 to Z10 1–2 ALL √
OUT ALL OTHER BASES (DEFAULT)
Z11 2–3 IN √
Z7 to Z10 1–2 ALL IN √
Base 3.11, Pre-Win or Older
Z11 2–3 IN √

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D.20 RS-485 Jumper locations on the D.20 RS-485 Adaptor:
Adaptor:
Jumpers

Z1 to Z4

Use jumpers:
• Z1 to Z4 for SW base compatibility setting

D.20 RS-485 The following table gives jumper settings for Z1 to Z4.
Adaptor:
Settings

Jumper Jumper Jumper Option Jumper Definition – S/W Base Compatibility

Number Position Setting
5A 5B
Z1 to Z4 1–2 ALL IN √ Base 3.11, Pre-Win or Older

Z1 to Z4 1–2 ALL OUT √ ALL OTHER BASES (DEFAULT)

Note The D.20 RS-485 Adaptor is used only in conjunction with the D.20
Communications Interface module.

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D.20 DC Jumper locations on the D.20 DC Interface:
Interface:
Jumpers

Z1 to Z4

Use jumpers:
• Z1 to Z4 for external power setting

D.20 DC The following table gives jumper settings for Z1 to Z4.

Interface:
Settings

Jumper Jumper Jumper Option Jumper Definition – External Power

Number Position Setting
1A 1B 1C
Z1 to Z4 2–3 IN √ D.20 Link Supplies Power to J8

3–4 IN √ External Power on TB1 supplies J8 only

1–4&2–3 IN √ External Power on TB1 supplies D.20 Link and power

to J8

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D20EME The D20EME is a self-configuring product. That is, the D20EME main board has no
jumpers or switches to define parameters such as:
• VME interrupts
• Ethernet bus address
• Global memory starting address
• Global memory size

EME Main The following diagram identifies the location of the key components:
Board Jumper
& Component
Locations
J1

J2

JP5

Lithium Batteries
BT1 & BT2 D11 D12 P4

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Table: Main This table identifies some of the D20EME main board’s important components.
Components

Component Name Function

JP5 Battery Removable jumper when storing board for
disconnect jumper extended periods.
BT1, BT2 Lithium batteries Maintain NVRAM in the event of a power
failure.
J1, J2 Connectors To connect the optional memory expansion
daughter board.
P4 Connector Power and communication link to MIC.
D11-A BATT 1 LED Lights when battery voltage drops below 3
Volts. Replace battery immediately.
D11-B BATT 2 LED
D12-A POWER LED +5 Volts power is available.
D12-B ACCESS LED Indicates D20EME is being accessed from
VME bus.

D20EME LEDs For LED operation See “D20EME LEDs”, page 116.

Memory The Memory Expansion card has no user-configurable options.

Expansion
Card

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MIC Jumper Each of the two channels on the MIC includes a set of jumpers to enable or disable
Options various operational modes.
Note: The three module types have different jumper configurations, so be sure to
use the correct table for your module.

10BASE-T The following table specifies the jumper settings to enable or disable the various
MIC Jumper operational modes of each of the two channels of the 10BASE-T MIC:
Settings
Note: The default jumper setting is: JP1 and JP2 jumpers 7-8 In, all other
jumpers Out, disabling the SQE Test mode.

This is the mode usually used with 10BASE-T Ethernet hub networks.

Jumper JP1 (Ch 1) Mode of Operation

and JP2 (Ch 2)
1-2 3-4 5-6 7-8 SQE Test Link Test Jabber
Out Out Out In Disabled Enabled Enabled
Out Out In Out Disabled Disabled Disabled
Out In Out Out Enabled Disabled Enabled
In Out Out Out Enabled Enabled Enabled

10BASE2 MIC Each of the two channels of the 10BASE2 MIC includes a jumper to enable and
Jumper disable SQE Test.
Settings
Note: The default setting is SQE Test Enabled for both channels.

Jumper Position Mode of Operation

Channel 1 Mode Jumpers
JP1 – Out SQE Test Enabled
JP1 – In SQE Test Disabled
Channel 2 Mode Jumpers
JP2 – Out SQE Test Enabled
JP2 – In SQE Test Disabled

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10BASE-FL Each of the two channels of the 10BASE-FL MIC includes a set of three jumpers to
MIC Jumper enable and disable various operational modes.
Settings
Note: The default jumpering is all jumpers out, enabling SQE test and Jabber,
disabling loop back.

Jumper Mode of Operation

Channel 1 Mode Jumpers – JP1
1-2 3-4 5-6 SQE Test Jabber Loop back
Out Out Enabled Enabled
In Out Disabled Enabled
Out In Disabled Disabled
In Enabled
Out Disabled
Channel 2 Mode Jumpers – JP2
1-2 3-4 5-6 SQE Test Jabber Loop back
Out Out Enabled Enabled
In Out Disabled Enabled
Out In Disabled Disabled
In Enabled
Out Disabled

10BASE-FL The 10BASE-FL module has four ST-Type Rear View of

10BASE-FL MIC
Fiber Cable bayonet fiber-optic cable connectors on the
Connectors rear edge of the card.
The positions of the input and output LAN A
connectors for each channel are shown in the Receive
diagram to the right.
LAN A
Transmit
Note: Labels can be seen on the PCB
stencil, beside each of the
connectors.
LAN B
Receive

LAN B
Transmit

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Redundant To implement a redundant D20/D200 system, you need:

D20/D200 • A second CCU, built and configured the same as the first CCU
Systems
• RS-232 Switch Panel(s)
• Two RS-232 Switch Panel Monitor and Control cables, referred to as Watchdog
cables, connecting each CCU to the RS-232 Switch Panel. Refer to “Procedure:
Installing Watchdog Cables” on page 85 for details.
• One inter-CCU communications cable, providing either a Ping connection, or a
(D.20) HDLC connection, between CCUs A and B. The method used depends on
the availability of serial and D.20 ports. As appropriate, refer to:
− “Procedure: Installing a Ping Cable” on page 85
− “Procedure: Installing an HDLC Cable” on page 86.
• Serial communication cables. The number of serial cables depends on your
system configuration. Serial connections from CCUs to your field equipment are
cabled and switched through the RS-232 Switch Panel. The RS-232 Switch
Panel switches up to eight communications links to the Standby CCU, in the
event of a failure of the Active CCU. See “Procedure: Connecting Serial
Communi-cation Cables” on page 86 for details.
Note: Refer to “Required Components” on page 84 for component part numbers
and functions.
Note: Refer to “D20/D200 Redundancy” on page 39 for a description of
D20/D200 redundancy.

Note: The RS-232 Switch Panel is not equipped with EMI protection
circuitry. If the connection length exceeds 3m, a Serial Surge
Protection Panel (GE item number 540-0249) or equivalent protection
device should be installed.

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Required To implement a redundant D20/D200 system, you need the following components
Components and cables:

Component Function Part Number

RS-232 Switch Panel Communication switch. 517-0247
Watchdog Cable For VME and non-VME D20 systems, 977-0160
Assembly (D20) two cable assemblies are required, one
connecting CCU A to the RS-232 Switch
Panel, the other connecting CCU B to the
RS-232 Switch Panel.
Watchdog Cable For D200 systems, two cable assemblies 977-0161
Assembly (D200) are required, one connecting CCU A to the
RS-232 Switch Panel, the other
connecting CCU B to the RS-232 Switch
Panel.
Ping Cable Assembly Connects CCU A to CCU B, when a ping 977-0146
connection is used for communication
between the two CCUs.
HDLC Cable Connects CCU A to CCU B, when a D.20 977-0089
Assembly HDLC connection is used for
communication between the two CCUs.

Redundant Step Action

System:
Mounting the 1 Mount the second CCU and connect power and ground, as shown in the
Hardware module layout drawing.
2 Mount the RS-232 Switch Panel.

Redundant Configure your CCUs for redundancy, using Config Pro. Refer to the Config Pro
System: online help for instructions.
Software
Configuration

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RS-232 Switch Locate the following connections on the rear of the RS-232 Switch Panel:
Panel:
Connectors
J1 J2 J3 J4 J5 J6 J7 J8

TB 3
P1 P2 P3 P4 P5 P6 P7 P8

P9 P10 P11 P12 P13 P14 P15 P16

• P1 through P16: The RS-232 Switch Panel can switch up to eight serial
connections from each of the two CCUs - P1 through P8 are connected to CCU
A, and P9 through P16 are connected to CCU B.
• J1 through J8: Field equipment is connected to these ports. If CCU A is active,
serial connections P1 through P8 are switched to J1 through J8. If CCU B is
active, serial connections P9 through P16 are switched to J1 through J8.
• TB1: Connector block for connection of the monitor and control cables (referred
to as the Watchdog cables) from each of the CCUs. Refer to Assembly Drawing
977-061-AD
• TB2, TB4: In systems with more than eight serial connections, used to
interconnect multiple RS-232 Switch Panels, as described in “Redundant Multi-
Node Systems” on page 86.

Procedure: Connect CCUs A and B to the RS-232 Switch Panel using Watchdog cables, as
Installing follows:
Watchdog
Cables Step Action

1 Connect the connectorized end of one of the Watchdog cables to serial

connector 6 on CCU A.
2 Connect the connectorized end of the other Watchdog cable to serial
connector 6 on CCU B.
3 Connect the non-connectorized ends of both Watchdog cables to TB1 on
the RS-232 Switch Panel, as shown in Assembly Drawing 977-0161-AD.

Procedure: To connect the two CCUs using a Ping cable:

Installing a
• Connect one end of the Ping cable to serial connector 7 on CCU A, and the other
Ping Cable
end to serial connector 7 on CCU B. Refer to Assembly Drawing: 977-0146-AD
for further details.

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Procedure: To connect the two CCUs using a D.20 HDLC connection:
Installing an
• Connect one end of the HDLC Cable to the D.20 port you have selected for
HDLC Cable
redundancy communications on CCU A (see “Selecting an HDLC Port” below),
and the other end to the D.20 port on CCU B. See Assembly Drawing 977-
0089-AD for further details.

Selecting an If you use a D.20 HDLC connection for inter-CCU communications, configure both
HDLC Port CCUs, using Config Pro, to select either HDL0 or HDL1, as appropriate.

Procedure: To connect CCU serial communication ports to the serial ports on the RS-232 Switch
Connecting Panel, use standard RS-232 cables, with DB9 female connectors at both ends. See
Serial “Redundant Multi-Node Systems” on page 86 for instructions on how to cable serial
Communi- communications in multi-node redundant systems.
cation Cables

Serial Port Pin- Depending on the type of D20/D200 main processor board (D20ME or D20ME II),
Outs CCU serial ports can be configured as RS-232, RS-485 2-wire, or RS-485 4-wire.
The pin-outs for each of these options is as follows:

RS-485 4-wire
DB9 Connector RS-232 RS-485 2-wire
(RS-422)

1 DCD NC NC
2 RXD RX- (see note) RX-
3 TXD TX- (see note) TX-
4 +V +V +V
5 Common Ground Common Ground Common Ground
6 -12V -12V -12V
7 RTS TX+ (see note) TX+
8 CTS RX+ (see note) RX+
9 Chassis Ground Chassis Ground Chassis Ground

Note: For RS-485 2-wire operation, RX- must be connected to TX-, and RX+ must be connected
to TX+.

Redundant If you have a multi-node system, you may require multiple RS-232 Switch Panels,
Multi-Node depending on the number of serial connections your configuration supports.
Systems
In multi-node systems, one D20ME/ME II board is designated as the Master and
other D20ME/ME II boards are designated as Slaves. Normally, serial
communications are connected to one or more of the slave processor boards, in
which case, all seven of the slave’s serial ports can be connected to the RS-232
Switch Panel and used for serial communications.

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Redundant If your D20/D200 multi-node system supports more than eight serial communication
Multi-Node links, you need a second RS-232 Switch Panel to switch the additional serial links.
Systems: This is illustrated in the following example:
Example
Consider the case where you connect seven serial links to the first slave node, and
four serial links to the second slave node, for a total of eleven serial links. In this
case, you need two RS-232 Switch Panels. One RS-232 Switch Panel is designated
the Master RS-232 Switch Panel and the second the Slave RS-232 Switch Panel.
Cable the Master RS-232 Switch Panel as follows:
• Connect the Master RS-232 Switch Panel to both CCUs, using Watchdog cables.
• Connect the seven serial links from the first slave node Termination Panel to the
Master RS-232 Switch Panel.
• Connect TB4 pins 1 and 2 (SET and RESET respectively) on the Master RS-232
Switch Panel to TB2 pins 1 and 2 on the Slave RS-232 Switch Panel.
Cable the Slave RS-232 Switch Panel as follows:
• Connect the four serial links from the second slave node Termination Panel to
the Slave RS-232 Switch Panel.
This example configuration is illustrated below:

To Field
Equipment

Slave RS-232 Switch 4 serial links

4 serial links
from second Panel TB2 from second
slave node slave node

To Field
Equipment

Master RS-232 Switch TB4

Panel
7 serial links 7 serial links
from first from first
slave node slave node
Watchdog
Cables
CCU A CCU B
(Active) (Standby)
Ping or HDLC Cable

Note: Since RS-232 Switch Panels support eight serial connections, for efficiency,
you could also cable one serial link from the second D20 slave node to the
Master RS-232 Switch Node, and the remaining three links to the Slave RS-
232 Switch Panel.

Note: A maximum of eight RS-232 Switch Panels can be cascaded. The total
cable length between the master and slaves can not exceed 3 meters.

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Testing Once you have correctly connected and configured your D20/D200 redundant
Redundancy system, power up and test the system for fail over.

Universal The UPC contains a jumper field that is configured specifically for each protocol.
Protocol Jumpers are pre-set at the factory and should not have to be changed.
Converter
See the Configuration Guide for the protocol for the jumper settings that are
required.

WESMAINT WESMAINT cable DB-9 connectors pinouts:

Cable Pinouts

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Power-up and Once you have made all field wiring and communication connections and have
test the completed the necessary hardware configuration, the next step is to power-up the
D20/D200 D20/D200 and verify that it is functioning properly.
Use this section of the guide to prepare for powering-up and learn how to correctly
perform the power-up and other tests:
• What is needed to test: WESMAINT II+ facility, 68K Monitor and Config Pro
• How to power-up the D20/D200 and conduct the BOOT Test: Power On Self-
Test
• How to carry out a redundant system test

Note Before any of the tests and procedures in this section can be performed, a valid
configuration file must be loaded into the D20/D200’s NVRAM.
If you have replaced the main board of the D20/D200, then you will need to restore
the configuration file so that diagnostic tests can be performed.
If this power-up and test procedure reveals that your D20/D200 is not functioning
properly due to software malfunction, then you need to download code and
configuration files.
See “D20/D200 Software Configuration”, page 99 and refer to the Config Pro On
Line Help.

Required for The system components that are required for configuring and testing the D20/D200
Testing are:
• WESMAINT II+ facility
• 68K Monitor
• Config Pro system

To prevent burning out the main processor board, make two important checks before
! switching on the D20 or D200:
• Check that the external power supply input level is correct for the Power Supply
Important fitted to the chassis. See “Standard Power Supplies”, page 27
Checks • If you have 125VDC or 110VAC input, then jumpers Z22 and Z23 on the
WESTERM D20M+: 517 – 0225 or 517 – 0224 must be jumpered 2 – 3.

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Accessing You can use a VT100-compatible terminal or a terminal emulation program to
WESMAINT directly access the WESMAINT II+ facility. Config Pro’s Terminal Emulator is an
II+ Using a example of a suitable terminal emulation program.
Terminal
Note: For further information about using WESMAINT II+ software to perform
any of the test procedures in this section, refer to the WESMAINT II+
User’s Guide.

Note Microsoft Windows™ HyperTerminal can be used for terminal emulation but it is
NOT recommended because code and configuration file download times are
considerably increased.

68K Monitor The 68K Monitor is a debugging and diagnostics tool that is accessible as a menu
selection in WESMAINT II+, or from a basic login prompt if WESMAINT is not
available.
Note: For further information about using the 68K Monitor, refer to the 68K
Monitor User’s Guide.

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Procedure: Set Steps to set up a PC to act as a WESMAINT II+ terminal.
up Terminal

Step Action

1 Open the VT100 compatible terminal emulation software you are going
to use.
2 Verify (or set) terminal communications settings as follows:

Data Rate 9600 bps

Data Bits 8
Stop Bits 1
Parity Non
Flow Control Xon/Xoff (software)
Connector Settings COM1 or COM2, as
required by the computer
you are using

Results: Your terminal emulator settings are now configured.

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Procedure: Follow these steps to power up the D20 and check for correct functioning of the
Powering-up components.
the D20

Step Action

1 Check that all field wiring, grounding wires and fuses are in place and
secure on your D20 system.
2 Turn the chassis-mounted Power Supply switch to ON.
Result: The unit is powered-up.

Software On start-up, inspect the D20ME/ME II LED indicators on the front panel. If the code
Corruption on file resident on the Flash memory or the configuration file downloaded to the
Power-up NVRAM is corrupted, then:
• The RUN and FAIL LEDs illuminate alternately, which means the board is
resetting continuously, OR
• The FAIL LED is constantly illuminated.
There is a workaround available for these problems using WESMAINT II+.

Procedure: Follow these steps to login to the 68K Monitor and restore the default configuration
Workaround when the FAIL LED is constantly illuminated:

Step Action

1 Set up your PC to act as a WESMAINT II+ terminal. See “Procedure:

Set up Terminal”, page 91.
2 For serial communication, connect a WESMAINT cable from the PC
running your terminal emulation software to the DB9 connector on the
front panel of the D20ME.
3 Open your WESMAINT II+ terminal emulation software.

4 Restart your D20 or D200.

5 Use the 68K Monitor to download a fresh code file to the Flash memory
and a fresh configuration file to the NVRAM. See “D20/D200 Software
Configuration”, page 99.

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Procedure: Follow these steps to login to the 68K Monitor and restore the default configuration
Workaround when the board is resetting continuously:

Step Action

1 Set up your PC to act as a WESMAINT II+ terminal. See “Procedure:

Set up Terminal”, page 91.
2 For serial communication, connect a WESMAINT cable from the PC
running your terminal emulation software to the DB9 connector on the
front panel of the D20ME.
3 Open your WESMAINT II+ terminal emulation software.

4 Restart your D20 or D200.

5 Press the Esc key on your keyboard, within 5 seconds.

Result: The D20ME/ME II stops resetting continuously and you are
prompted with the message:
“Are you sure you wish to generate a default
configuration? (y/n)”
Note: If nothing happens in WESMAINT II+ when you press the Esc
key, then you cannot use this procedure as a workaround.
Remove the board and return it to GE Energy for inspection
and repair.
6 Type y.
Results: The current configuration file is overwritten with the default
configuration. The login prompt for the 68K Monitor appears.
7 Use the 68K Monitor to download a fresh code file to the Flash memory
and a fresh configuration file to the NVRAM. See “Procedure: Code
Download”, page 102.

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On-Line Start- The D20 and D200 automatically boots up when the power is switched on. Internal
up Test processes perform a series of routines. Self-diagnostic tests are performed followed
by the spawning of all the software applications that reside in the unit’s memory.
The self-diagnostic tests generate PASS or FAIL messages that can be viewed in
your terminal emulator WESMAINT II+ screen. You can also see the results of the
application spawning process.
Pass/Fail tests are carried out on the:
• BootROM
• User RAM
• NVRAM
• EPROM memory
• Root process
The self-diagnostics also return measures on memory sizes for:
• RAM
• EPROM
• NVRAM
The board ID address is returned, which is useful for multi-node systems.
The LNVRAM CRC test verifies that the configuration header is valid. If this fails,
then the D20ME/ME II starts using only the BootROM applications and operating
system. See “Configuration File Download”, page 107.

Code and If the code and configuration files compiled for your specific system are already
Configuration downloaded, then you can login straightaway to WESMAINT II+ for powering-up
files and testing.
If your system-specific code and configuration files are not downloaded, then you
need to power-up with the default configuration. You can then login to the 68K
Monitor, download your system-specific files and restart the D20 or D200 for
testing.
See “D20/D200 Software Configuration”, page 99 and Config Pro On Line Help.

Further Testing For further specific testing, log in to WESMAINT II+. See the WESMAINT II+
Users Guide and WESMAINT user guides for specific applications.

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Testing If you have a D20/D200 redundant system, you must test:
Redundancy
• CCU A and CCU B are communicating
• fail-over is functioning correctly.

Procedure Follow these steps to check that CCU A and CCU B are communicating once you
have powered-up the Primary and Secondary units:

Step Action

1 On the front of the RS-232 Panel, check that CCU A LED is

illuminated, which shows that CCU A is Active.
Note: Both the PWR A and PWR B LEDs should be illuminated.

2 Connect a WESMAINT II+ cable to the female DB-9 WESMAINT II+

port on the front panel of the Active D20ME/ME II Master board.

3 Attach the other end of the WESMAINT II+ cable to the serial
communications port of the PC or terminal.

4 Login to WESMAINT through the emulator you are using.

Result: The WESMAINT Main Menu is displayed.

5 Check to see that STNBY shows at the top-left of this WESMAINT

screen.
Results: If this text shows, then the Primary and Secondary CCU are
communicating.
If this text does not show, then the Primary and Secondary are
not communicating.

Note: STNBY will appear on the Active CCU WESMAINT Main Menu display
approximately one minute after power-up of the two units. Wait for this message to
appear before using this procedure.

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Procedure Follow these steps to check that fail-over is functioning correctly for the event of
hardware failure:

Step Action

1 On the front of the RS-232 Panel, check that CCU A LED is

illuminated, which shows that CCU A is Active.
Note: Both the PWR A and PWR B LEDs should be illuminated.

2 To simulate hardware failure, switch off the Active D20/D200 at the

main power switch on the front of the unit.
Results: If the RS-232 is functioning correctly, then it will switch over
to the Standby unit and the CCU B LED will illuminate and
the CCU A LED will go off.

3 Verify the fail-over. See “Procedure”, page 98.

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Procedure Follow these steps to check that switch-over is functioning correctly for the event of
software failure:

Step Action

1 On the front of the RS-232 Panel, check that CCU A LED is

illuminated, which shows that CCU A is Active.
Note: Both the PWR A and PWR B LEDs should be illuminated.

2 Connect a WESMAINT cable to the female DB-9 WESMAINT II+ port

on the front panel of the CCU A D20ME/ME II Active board.

3 Attach the other end of the WESMAINT II+ cable to the serial
communications port of the PC or terminal.

4 Login to WESMAINT on CCU A using your the emulator.

Result: The WESMAINT Main Menu is displayed.

5 Select System Functions on the Main Menu and press ENTER.

Result: The WESMAINT Function Menu is displayed.

6 Select SWITCH-OVER on the Function Menu and press ENTER.

Result: A password prompt is displayed.

7 Enter your password and press ENTER. The default is “control”.

Result: The CCU Switch-Over display shows: “choose switch-over
(<ctrl>-V) to begin”.

8 Press CTRL-V.
Result: A confirmation message shows: “Confirm Yes/No”.

9 Type Yes and press ENTER.

Result: Fail over occurs

10 Verify the switch-over: see “Procedure”, page 98.

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Procedure Follow these steps to verify either hardware or software switch-over.

Step Action

1 Connect a WESMAINT cable to the female DB-9 WESMAINT II+ port

on the front panel of the CCU B D20ME/ME II board, which was
originally the Standby unit.

2 Attach the other end of the WESMAINT II+ cable to the serial
communications port of the PC or terminal.

3 Login to WESMAINT through the emulator you are using.

Result: The WESMAINT Main Menu is displayed.

4 If you can login to WESMAINT, this indicates that CCU B is the Active
CCU.
Results: Fail over has occurred.
Note: If the previously Active A CCU powers-up after a fail over
from CCU A to CCU B, then you will see STNBY at top left
when you login to WESMAINT on CCU B. This can take up
to a minute to occur.

Note: If you cannot login to WESMAINT on a CCU, then the unit is powered down. A
D20MEA> or D20MEB> prompt is seen on your emulator screen.

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D20/D200 Software Configuration

This Section Use this section as a guide for:
• An introduction to the software components used in the D20ME/ME II module
• How to identify the type of Base software installed on your D20ME/ME II
module
• An overview of the software tools you will use
• How to download code and configuration files to the Flash memory on your
D20ME/ME II module or modules on your system using a serial connection

D20 and D200 The D20ME has Base software installed at manufacture, which resides in the
Software: BootROM. When the D20ME is first powered up, the Base system builds a default
Introduction configuration header file in the NVRAM memory. The default configuration allows
the D20ME to start and run the 68K Monitor. You use the 68K Monitor to perform
the necessary software download to the D20ME.
The D20/D200 is factory tested. The level of software testing that is performed on
the D20 or D200 before it leaves the factory depends upon the type of delivery and
system:
• If you have not ordered software, then the D20ME has been powered-up in the
factory and checked to see that the 68K Monitor login comes up
• If you have ordered software, then your project-specific code and configuration
files have been downloaded
• For multi-node systems, a default code and configuration file has been loaded to
carry out further tests.
To meet the full operational requirements of a specific RTU system, the D20ME
main processor board requires two valid files to be loaded:
• A code file, which resides in the EPROM or Flash memory
• A configuration file, which consist of applications and which resides in the
NVRAM
Use this section to load the project-specific code and configuration files that have
been built for the specific operational needs of your RTU system.

When to Instances where you may need to download code and configuration files to your
Download D20/D200:
• When you want to change firmware or configuration settings.
• If the D20 or D200 has performed self-diagnostics and determined that the
FLASH memory is either erased or corrupted.
• When test messages indicate that the FLASH memory has been erased or
corrupted or that a valid configuration file header cannot be found in the
NVRAM.
• After maintenance or replacement work that has deleted the FLASH code files.

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Base Types There are two types of Base system software: D20 Base and CCU Base.

Identification of The D20ME module Base Type is determined by the version of BootROM installed,
Base Type which identifies how the module will be used. Since the download method depends
on which BootROM is installed, the Base type of the module must be known before
downloading flash code. The BootROM label indicates which type you have:

Module Base Type BootROM Label

D20ME D20 Base SBU0000/xx
D20ME CCU Base SBU0001/xx

Note The /xx suffix in the BootROM Label is the revision number of the software

Alternate If the D20ME module is already installed into a device and difficult to remove, you
Identification can identify the Base Type through the WESMAINT monitor See “Procedure:
Method Identify Base”, page 101.

Prerequisites The items following must be available before a flash code file can be loaded into a
for Code D20ME:
Download
• Windows PC with terminal emulation communication software loaded.
• The code file, in the Motorola® S-record format, preferably located on a local
hard drive.
− If the file is located on a network or floppy drive, the download may be
significantly slower.
− This file typically will be named: down.shx or salxxxx.shx
• A WESMAINT cable for connecting the PC to the D20ME WESMAINT port on
the front-panel.
• The D20ME module must:
− have its hardware option jumpers set
− be installed into a D20 or D200 chassis, ready to power-up

Note: If you are upgrading from a D20M++ board to a D20ME board, you must use the
.shx file for the ME board, not the .bin file.

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Setup To set up a PC to act as a WESMAINT II+ terminal, see “Power-up and Test”, page
WESMAINT 89.
II+ terminal

Procedure: If the D20ME BootROM Base Type is already known, skip this procedure.
Identify Base

Step Action
Configure and Connect PC to D20ME
1 Connect a WESMAINT cable from the PC’s com port to the D20ME
front panel WESMAINT port.
Identify D20ME Type
2 Restart the D20ME (power off-on cycle) while watching the PC monitor.
If the first line of output text is: Board type is:
P149-0 D20ME BOOTROM D20 Base
P130-0, GE Energy Services CCUME BootROM CCU Base

D20ME: Flash The following table shows possibles allocation of the 2 MB FLASH memory. Check
Memory that the settings for memory mapping in Config Pro match the allocation.

Software Allocation Typical Allocation

D20 Base 1MB or 2MB 1MB is the typical allocation for this Base
CCU Base 1MB or 2MB 2MB is the typical allocation for this Base

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Procedure: To download a flash code file to a D20 Base type of D20ME module.
Code Download
D20 Base

Step Action
Code Download for D20 Base type D20ME
1 Restart the D20ME.

2 As soon as messages display on the monitor, press the Esc key within 5
seconds.
Result: You are prompted with the message: “Are you sure you wish to
generate a default configuration? (y/n)”.

3 Type y (or Y).

Results: The current configuration file is overwritten with the default
configuration. The 68K Monitor is initiated.

4 Press ENTER.
Result: The 68K Monitor login dialog screen appears

5 To login: for Login: type westronic and press ENTER, then for
Password: type rd and press ENTER.
Results: A Welcome message appears, followed by the D20M> prompt.

6 Type sp to suspend all processes running on the D20ME

7 Type erase to clear the flash. This will take several seconds.
Result: Flash Erased will be displayed when completed

Optional Step 1: Speed-up communications to shorten download time.

8 Type Baud 38400 and press ENTER.
Note: Speeds up to 230.4 kbps, or lower speeds may be chosen based
on ambient EMI, WESMAINT cable length, PC and
communication software limitations, etc. Refer to “Appendix
D: Changing the Baud Rate”, page 127 for supported speeds.
Result: The monitor will now be communicating at 38.4 kbps

9 Configure the terminal emulator software to communicate at the same

speed, and reconnect to the 68K monitor.

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Procedure (continued)

Step Action
Optional Step 2: Provide feedback during download
10 If the communication software you are using does not have any
“progress indicator”, then echo can be enabled to visually display the
code file on your monitor as it is transferred.
This option can be usually found in the communication settings or
properties of the communication program.
Note: Enabling echo may slow transfer slightly.

Download Code File

11 Press ENTER to verify that communication is active.
Result: The D20M> prompt will return, if connection is active.

12 Type dl and press ENTER to put the D20ME into the state where it is
ready to receive the downloadable code file.
13 Click Transfer | Send Text File from menu bar.
Result: A dialog box will open, prompting you to locate the Down.shx
file that you wish to download.

14 Select the correct file, and click Open to start the transfer.
Caution: Do not hit any keys on keyboard during download.
Result: The file transfer may take from less than 10 to over 30
minutes, depending on communication speed selected.
When complete, the D20M> prompt will return.

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Procedure (continued)

Step Action
Download Code File (continued)
15 Type el /p to display the error log.
Result: The D20M> prompt should return, indicating no errors found.
Errors? Record error(s), and re-try download.
If errors persist, contact GE Energy for support.

16 Type el /r to clear the error log, even if there are no errors displayed in
the previous step.
17 Type Boot to restart device.

Result: Code The flash memory of the D20ME now has a fully operational code, or firmware, file
File Load loaded.
Completed
Note: You will now have to download a configuration file, since it was
overwritten at Step 3. See “Configuration File Download”, page 107.

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Procedure: To download of a flash code file to a CCU type of D20ME module.
Code Download
CCU Base

Step Action
Code Download for CCU Base type D20ME
1 Restart the D20ME.

2 When messages appear on the monitor, press SPACEBAR within 5

seconds.
Result: You are prompted with the message: “Are you sure you wish to
abort the flash boot? (y/n)”.

3 Type y (or Y) to abort the normal startup.

4 Press ENTER.
Result: The login dialog appears.

5 To login: for Login: type westronic and press ENTER, then for
Password: type rd and press ENTER.
Result: After a Welcome message, the D20MES> prompt will appear.

6 Type sp to suspend all processes running on the D20ME

7 Type erase to clear the flash. This will take several seconds.
Result: The monitor will display, before returning the D20MES>
prompt:
Erasing FLASH memory <
\ Checking FLASH contents… \

Continued on next page

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Procedure (continued)

Step Action
Optional Step 1: Speed-up communications to shorten download time.
8 Type Baud 38400 and press ENTER .
Note: Speeds up to 230.4 kbps, or lower speeds may be chosen based
on ambient EMI, WESMAINT cable length, PC and
communication software limitations, etc. Refer to “Appendix
B: 68K Monitor Commands”, page 127 for supported speeds.
Result: The monitor will now be communicating at 38.4 kbps

9 Configure the terminal emulator software to communicate at the same

speed, and reconnect to the 68K monitor.
Optional Step 2: Provide feedback during download
10 If the communication software you are using does not have any
“progress indicator”, echo can be enabled to visually display the code
file on your monitor as it is transferred.
This option can be usually found in the communication settings or
properties of the communication program.
Note: Enabling echo may slow transfer slightly.

Download Code File

11 Press ENTER to verify that communication is active.
Result: The D20MES> prompt will return if connection is active
12 Type dl and press ENTER to put the D20ME into the state where it is
ready to receive the downloadable code file
13 Click Transfer | Send Text File from menu bar
Result: A dialog box will open, prompting you to locate the Down.shx
file that you wish to download.

14 Select the correct file, and click Open to start the transfer
Caution: Do not hit any keys on keyboard during download.
Result: The file transfer may take from less than 10 to over 30
minutes, depending on communication speed selected.
When complete, the D20MES> prompt will return.

Continued on next page

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Procedure (continued)

Step Action

15 Type el /p to display the error log.

Result: The D20MES> prompt should return, indicating no errors
found.
Errors? Record error(s), and re-try download.
If errors persist, contact GE Energy for support.

16 Type el /r to ensure that log is clear.

17 Type Boot to restart device.

Result: Code The flash memory of the D20ME now has a fully operational code, or firmware, file
File Load loaded.
Completed

Configuration While the D20ME is running on the BootROM, you will be prompted to log in to the
File Download 68K Monitor, where standard Config Pro procedures can then be used to download
a configuration file.

Multi-Node D20ME VME modules can be used in a multi-node VME system D20 or D200.
Downloads
The application code for each D20ME module in a multi-node system can be either
the same, or different for one or more of the modules.
You must repeat the download procedure for each of the nodes in a multi-node
system.
Note: Do not re-start (Boot) the multi-node system until the code files for all
D20ME cards have been downloaded.

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Introduction Before you can put a D20ME II module into service, it must have a firmware
application code loaded into memory.
All D20ME II boards use Flash memory to store the application code.

Serial You can load the Flash code file serially into the memory of the D20ME II via the
Download 68K Monitor using most types of Windows communication software, such as
HyperTerminal.

Table: Identify The D20ME II module type is determined by the version of BootROM installed,
the D20ME II which identifies how the module will be used. Because the download method
Type depends on which BootROM is installed, you need to determine the type of D20ME
II module before downloading the Flash code.
Note: The /xx in the Label column is the software revision number.

Module Type BootROM Label

D20ME II D20 Base SBU0000/xx
D20ME II ME CCU SBU0001/xx

Prerequisites You need the following items to successfully load a Flash code file into a D20ME II
for Code module:
Download
• Windows PC with HyperTerminal (or equivalent) communication software
loaded.
• The code file, in the Motorola S-record format, located on a local hard drive. If
the file is located on a network or floppy drive, the download may be
significantly slower.
− This file is typically named: down.shx.
• A WESMAINT cable for connecting the PC to the D20ME II WESMAINT
serial port
• The D20ME II card:
− with the hardware option jumpers set
− installed in a D20 or D200 chassis and ready to power-up.

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Upgrading Code files for previous D20M modules are created in a binary format, usually called
From D20M or PROM.BIN files.
1 MB Flash
• If you are upgrading a device running a D20M to use a D20ME II, you must
D20ME?
convert the binary code file to a down.shx format before you can download it to
Flash memory.
• You must also use Config Pro to adjust the device’s Device Properties so that
the new processor will run the converted code file.
If you are upgrading from a D20ME II with 1 MB Flash (Part # 526-2003), you must
modify the Device Properties of the new configuration in ConfigPro to use the
existing code file.
For more information on upgrading from earlier versions, refer to the D20ME
Processor Module Installation and Operations Guide.

Procedure To set up the equipment for downloading code files to the D20ME II:

Step Action
Configure and Connect PC to D20ME II
1 Connect a WESMAINT cable from the PC’s COM port to the D20ME
II’s front panel WESMAINT serial port.
2 Start Windows’ HyperTerminal communication software on the PC,
and configure it as follows:
− 9600 bps / 8 bit / no parity / VT100 emulation/ Xon/Xoff flow
control enabled
Identify the D20ME II Type
3 If you already know the D20ME II BootROM “type”, proceed to:
• “D20ME II - D20 Base Code Download” on page 110, or
• “D20ME II - CCU Code Download” on page 112.
4 Restart the D20ME II (power off-on cycle) and watch the monitor.
If the first line of output text is: The D20ME II type is:
P149-0, D20ME BootROM D20 Base
P130-0, GE Energy Services CCUME CCU
BootROM

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Procedure: The following steps demonstrate the serial download of a Flash code file to a D20
D20ME II - Base type of D20ME II module using the 68K Monitor.
D20 Base

Step Action
D20ME II - D20 Base Code Download
1 Restart the D20ME II, again.

2 As soon as messages display on the monitor, press the ESCAPE key

within 5 seconds.
Result: A message displays, asking if you wish to mark the
configuration as “bad”.

3 To proceed with the download, type y.

Result: The current configuration file is overwritten with a default
configuration. The 68K Monitor is initiated.

4 Press ENTER. In the login dialog, type westronic and press ENTER, then
type rd and press ENTER.
Result: After a Welcome message, the D20M> prompt displays.

5 Type sp to suspend all processes running on the D20ME II.

6 Type erase to clear the Flash. This will take several seconds.
Result: Flash Erased is displayed when completed.

Optional Step 1: To speed-up communication to shorten download time

7 Type Baud 38400 and press ENTER (speeds up to 230.4 Kbps, or lower
speeds may be chosen based on ambient EMI, cable length, PC limits
etc.)
Result: The communication speed of the 68K Monitor is set to 38.4
Kbps.

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Procedure: D20ME II - D20 Base (continued)

Step Action
Optional Step 2: To receive feedback during download
8 Configure the HyperTerminal to communicate at the same speed, and
reconnect to the 68K Monitor.
9 If the communication software you are using does not have a “progress
indicator’, you can enable echo to display the code file on the monitor as
it is transferred.
The echo option can be usually found in the Communication Settings or
Properties of the communication program.
Note: Enabling echo may slow the transfer speed.

Download Code File

10 Type dl and press ENTER to ready the D20ME II to receive the
downloadable code file.
11 Click Transfer | Send Text File from menu bar.
Result: A dialog box opens, prompting you to locate the Down.shx file
that you wish to download.

12 Select the correct file, and click Open to start the transfer.
Result: The file transfer may take from less than 10 minutes to
over 30 minutes, depending on the communication speed
selected.
When complete, the D20M> prompt returns.

13 Type el /p to display the error log.

Result: The D20M> prompt should return, indicating no errors found.
Errors? Record error(s), and re-try download.

If errors persist, contact GE for support.

14 Type el /r to clear the error log, even if there are no errors displayed in
the previous step.
15 Type Boot to restart device.
Result: The D20ME II code download is complete.

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Procedure: The following steps demonstrate the serial download of a Flash code file to a CCU
D20ME II - type of D20ME II module using the 68K Monitor.
CCU

Step Action
D20ME II - CCU Code Download
1 Restart the D20ME II, again.

2 As soon as messages display on the monitor, press the SPACEBAR key

within 5 seconds.
Result: A message displays, asking if you wish to abort the Flash
boot.

3 Type y.

4 Press ENTER. In the login dialog, type westronic and press ENTER, then
type rd and press ENTER.
Result: After a Welcome message, the D20MES> prompt displays.

5 Type sp to suspend all processes running on the D20ME II.

6 Type erase to clear the Flash. This will take several seconds.
Result: The monitor displays the messages below and then returns the
D20MES> prompt:
Erasing FLASH memory <
\ Checking FLASH contents... \

Optional Step 1: To speed-up communication to shorten download time

7 Type Baud 38400 and press ENTER (speeds up to 230.4 Kbps, or lower
speeds may be chosen based on ambient EMI, cable length, PC limits
etc.)
Result: The communication speed of the 68K Monitor is set to 38.4
Kbps.

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Procedure: D20ME II - CCU (continued)

Step Action
Optional Step 2: To receive feedback during download
8 Configure the HyperTerminal to communicate at the same speed, and
reconnect to the 68K Monitor.

9 If the communication software you are using does not have a “progress
indicator’, you can enable echo to visually display the code file on the
monitor during transfer.
The echo option can be usually found in the Communication Settings or
Properties of the communication program.
Note: Enabling echo may slow the transfer speed.

Download Code File

10 Type dl and press ENTER to ready the D20ME II to receive the
downloadable code file.
11 Click Transfer | Send Text File from menu bar
Result: A dialog box opens, prompting you to locate the
Down.shx file that you wish to download.

12 Select the correct file, and click Open to start the transfer.
Result: The file transfer may take from less than 10 minutes to
over 40 minutes, depending on the communication speed
selected.
When complete, the D20M> prompt returns.

13 Type el /p to display the error log.

Result: The D20ME> prompt should return, indicating no errors
found.
Errors? Record error(s), and re-try download.

If errors persist, contact GE for support.

14 Type el /r to ensure that log is clear, then type Boot to restart.

Result: The D20ME II code download is complete.

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About Multi- D20ME II VME modules can be used in a multi-node VME system, known as a
Node D200. The application code for each D20ME II module in a multi-node system can be
Downloads the same or different for one or more of the modules.
The download procedure is the same for a multi-node system as for a single node;
repeat the procedure for each node.
Note: Do not restart (i.e. Boot) the multi-node system until you have finished
downloading code to all the D20ME II cards.

D20EME If you have installed the D20EME for global memory expansion of your D20/D200
Global Memory system, you must configure the parameters for this in Config Pro:
Expansion
• Memory starting address
• Size of Global Memory
Consult the On Line Help in Config Pro for how to do this.

D20EME If you have installed the D20EME for Ethernet interface capability on your
Ethernet D20/D200 system, you must enable the LAN interface and configure the parameters
Interface for this in Config Pro:
• IP and Ethernet addressing
• BootP settings
• Single or dual LAN selection
Consult the On Line Help in Config Pro for how to do this.

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Operation
D20ME/ME II The front panel has four LED indicators, providing a visual indication of the
Main Board operational status of the unit:
• ALARM: LED is not implemented
• FAIL: driven by a programmed signal. Indicates that diagnostics are running or
have failed
• HALT: driven by the halt line input of the microprocessor. Indicates that MPU
has stopped
• RUN: driven by the address strobe line on the microprocessor. Indicates any
microprocessor activity

I/O Peripherals The WESDAC/WESTERM Peripheral pairs have a common section made up of
Common LEDS components on the WESDAC and WESTERM boards. There are seven LED
indicators on this common section.

LED Name Designation Normal RUN Not Initialized

DS1 Power On On On
DS2 MPU Run Flash 10/sec See Next Table
DS3 Tx1 Flickers Constantly Depends on Nature of
Fault
DS4 Rx1 Flickers Constantly Depends on Nature of
Fault
DS5 Tx2 Configuration Depends on Nature of
Dependent Fault
DS6 Rx2 Configuration Depends on Nature of
Dependent Fault
DS7 Fault Off See Next Table

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LEDs vs. MCU The MPU Run and Fault LEDs, DS2 and DS7, together indicate the MCU’s
Status operating status.

MPU Run LED Fault LED Flash MCU Operating Status

Period
(s)
Flash Off 0.1 Applications downloaded and
operating
Flash Off 0.75 Applications downloaded but not
operating
Flash Flash 0.75 Applications not downloaded and
(alternating) (alternating) only ROM operating
Off Flash 0.5 EPROM checksum error
Flash Flash 0.5 RAM error: device address error
(simultaneously) (simultaneously)

D20 Power On the chassis-mounted D20 Power Supplies there are LED indicators for each of
Supply LEDs the supply voltages. The indicators are illuminated green when that voltage is
present.

D20EME LEDs The following table explains the operational function of the four LED indicators:

Name Function

BATT 1 LED Lights when battery voltage drops below 3 Volts. Replace
battery immediately.
BATT 2 LED
POWER LED +5 Volts power is available.
ACCESS LED Indicates D20EME is being accessed from VME bus.

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Media Interface The 10BASE-T and 10BASE-FL modules have six indicators on the front panel for
Cards LED each channel.
Indicators
Note: The 10BASE2 module has no indicators.

Indicator Function Description

10BASE-T
XMT Transmit Flashes when transmit traffic present
CLS Collision Flashes on when a collision is detected
LTF Link Test Fail On when link is operational
RCV Receive Flashes when receive traffic detected

POL Polarity On when receive polarity is reversed

JAB Jabber On when jabber detected, transmitter disabled

10BASE-FL
XMT Transmit Flashes when transmit traffic present
CLS Collision Flashes on when a collision is detected
LMO Link Monitor On when link optical signal is normal
RCV Receive Flashes when receive traffic detected
JAB Jabber On when jabber detected, transmitter disabled
PWR Power On when power supplied to the MIC

RS-232 Switch Refer to “RS-232 Switch Panel: ” on page 41 for a description of the function of the
Panel: Active/Standby switch on the front of the RS-232 Switch Panel.
Active/Standby
The Active/Standby switch has a center “locked” position. To operate the switch,
Switch
pull it straight out, then switch it down to make CCU B active, or up to make CCU A
Operation
active. If the Active CCU is not working properly, the system will automatically
initiate a failover to the Standby CCU.

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Servicing
D20/D200 The D20/D200 does not require any scheduled maintenance. Periodic inspection is
Maintenance suggested to ensure that:
• Unit has sustained no accidental physical damage
• Airflow is not obstructed
• Connectors and cables are intact and firmly attached
• Fuses are intact
• Battery condition is good

Servicing Tasks Use this section of the guide for regular servicing and preventative maintenance
inspection tasks:
• Locations and standard values of all fuses
• How to inspect and replace batteries on the D20ME/ME II main board

D20 Power The D20 Power Supply has one or two field-replaceable fuses.
Supply Fuses

Field Replaceable
Fuses

Replaceable Field-replaceable fuses for the standard chassis-mounted Power Supplies:

Fuses

Power Fuse Fuse Function Replacement Fuse

Supply (¼” x 1 ¼” Time Delay)
580 – 2004 F1 +DC Input 12A / 250V
F2 -DC Input 12A / 250V
580 – 2005 F1 +DC Input 12A / 250V
F2 -DC Input 12A / 250V
580 – 2006 F1 Line/+DC Input 4A / 250V
F2 Neutral/-DC Input 4A / 250V
580 - 2007 F1 Line/+DC Input 4A / 250V
F2 Neutral/-DC Input 4A / 250V

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Fuse Locations: The D200 has one field replaceable fuses located on the Power Supply together with
D200 a spare fuse:

Active Fuse

Spare Fuse

Replaceable The following table shows the standard replaceable fuses that are used in the various
Fuses hardware options for the D200.

Fuse PS Board Replacement Where Used Fuse Part

Type Number
F1 520-0150 MDL 10A SLO BLO 48VDC Field Supply 940-0074
520-0151 MDQ 5A 250VAC 110/250VAC Field Supply 940-0028

Note Fuses listed in the tables above are the standard fuses that are factory installed,
unless otherwise specified.
Fuse ratings may differ due to:
• Unique customer-specific configurations or requirements, or
• Product specification changes
When changing fuses, always check the original fuse for value and type, and ensure
the replacement fuse you use is of that value and type. Do not assume that installed
fuse is of the correct value.

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Batteries The D20ME/ME II Main board has two lithium batteries located near the front of the
board. These maintain the contents of the NVRAM in the event that power is
removed from the module. See “D20ME Main Module: Board Layout” page 42.
Battery life should exceed five years:
• If the D20ME is never powered down, or
• If the batteries are disconnected, by removing jumper JP8
Battery life is shortened if they are left connected while the D20ME is powered
down for extended periods.

Battery To check battery voltage, use a meter or other measuring device that has high input
Checking impedance. (10MΩ or higher)
The batteries have a nominal voltage of 3.6 volts. Batteries with a voltage of 3.0
volts or less should be changed.

• If you remove one or both of the batteries from the D20ME, configuration data
! •
and any other database information stored in NVRAM is lost.
You have to download the configuration file after battery changing to restore
operation.

Cleaning & • Use non-conductive cleaning solution to prevent battery performance

Handling of deterioration.
Batteries
• Dry batteries at a temperature below 85° C to prevent seal deformation, which
may result in leakage.
• Avoid:
− inversion of polarity
− exposure to high temperatures, such as soldering or spot-welding
− excessive force to terminals
• Wear gloves or finger caps when handling batteries to keep them clean.
• For long-term storage,
− keep at temperatures and humidity below normal
− avoid shorting or loading while stored.

• There are many electronic components near the battery that are sensitive to
! •
electrostatic discharge
Observe extreme caution and proper procedures when servicing components that
are sensitive to electrostatic discharge

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Do not disassemble, crush, puncture, or incinerate the battery.

! Handle a damaged or leaking battery with extreme care. If you touch the electrolyte,
wash the exposed skin with soap and water. If the electrolyte contacts your eye, flush
the eye with water for 15 minutes. If you have inhaled the electrolyte, move to fresh
air, and monitor breathing and circulation. In each case, seek immediate medical
attention.

The D20ME lithium battery is recyclable and does not contain mercury, cadmium, or
lead in levels above those regulated by the European Union. Recycle the battery
according to local waste management regulations.
Recycling of In accordance with European Directive 2006/66/EC, batteries are marked with the
Batteries crossed out wheeled bin, which indicates that they cannot be disposed of as unsorted
municipal waste in the European Union. Users of batteries must use the collection
points available to customers for the return, recycling, and treatment of batteries.
Customer participation is important to minimize the negative effects of batteries to
the environment and sustain available natural resources. For more information see
www.weeerohsinfo.com.

Procedure: To change each D20ME battery, follow these steps:

Change Battery
Note: It is recommended that both batteries be changed as a set.

Step Action
Battery Removal

1 Using a plastic or other non-conductive tool, pry the black plastic

retaining clip holding the battery away from the battery holder.
2 When free, the battery and clip can be removed together.
Result: The battery and clips are removed.
3 Remove the clip from the battery.
Battery Replacement

4 Place new battery into battery holder, carefully noting proper polarity.

5 Replace retaining clip across the center of the battery, and press down
until it clicks into the retaining notches in the battery holder.
6 Repeat steps 1 through 5 for other battery.
Result: New batteries are installed.

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Appendix A: Product Combinations

Introduction Use Table 1 to check the combinations for the D20 M++, D20ME, D20EME,
GreenSpring Ethernet, and MicroMemory cards in the three available main chassis
types:
• Check that a main processor board is compatible with a chassis type
• Check that a main processor board and Ethernet and/or memory card
combination is compatible with a chassis type
• Check that a main processor board and New or Old D.20 peripherals are
compatible with a chassis type
Use Table 2 to check the Base compatibility and Minimum BootROM for D.20
Peripherals boards.

Compatibility: Use the following tables to check the compatibility of the components you want to
Table 1 combine. Notes that follow the table give restrictions that apply to these
combinations.
Note: D20M++ showing in the Board Combination column refers to the now
obsolete main processor board. It is included for customers who already
have this board installed in their D20/D200 system.

Chassis Type
Board Combinations
(All in the same chassis) D20 Non-VME D20ME D200 VME
(1 Slot Horizontal) (5 Slot Horizontal) (9 Slot Vertical)
D20ME Yes (Note 1) Yes (Note 2,6) Yes
D20ME, EME N/A Yes (Note 2,3,6) Yes
D20ME, GreenSpring N/A Yes (Note 2,3,6) Yes
D20ME, MicroMemory N/A Yes (Note 2,4,6) Yes (Note 4)
D20ME, GreenSpring, MicroMemory N/A Yes (Note 2,3,4,6) Yes (Note 4)
D20M++ Yes Yes (Note 6) Yes
D20M++, EME N/A Yes (Note 3,5,6) Yes (Note 5)
D20M++, GreenSpring N/A Yes (Note 3,6) Yes (Note 3)
D20M++, MicroMemory N/A Yes (Note 6) Yes
D20M++, GreenSpring, MicroMemory N/A Yes (Note 3,6) Yes
D20ME, D20M++, EME N/A Yes (Note 2,3,5,6) Yes (Note 5)
D20ME, D20M++, MicroMemory N/A N/A Yes (Note 4,5)
D20ME, D20M++, GreenSpring, MicroMemory N/A N/A Yes (Note 4,5)
D20ME, New D.20 Peripherals Yes Yes Yes
D20ME, Old D.20 Peripherals Yes (Table 2) Yes (Table 2) Yes (Table 2)

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Notes 1. Not all non-VME backplanes pass: use 517-0224-05A, 517-0254-02 or newer.
The VME D20ME, 526-2005, does NOT work with non-VME backplanes. You
must use the non-VME D20ME, 526-2004.
2. Not all SIO communication panels pass: use 517-0225-09 or newer. The non-
VME D20ME, 526-2004, does NOT work with VME backplanes. You must use
the VME D20ME, 526-2005.
3. Ethernet cards should only be installed in the new D20 MX Chassis, or a D200
chassis. Older D20 horizontal chassis have no place for the interface cable
between the D20EME and the MIC to run inside the chassis. Although you can
physically bring this cable out the back of the chassis between the metalwork
and the PCB, it invalidates the compliance to industrial emissions standards.
4. Do not use 16MB Micro Memory cards with the D20ME. Use 8MB card(s) as
required. 16MB Micro Memory cards can be used with D20M++ cards.
5. D20 M++ cards cannot be used with D20ME or D20EME cards in systems with
more than three processor boards. Occasional crashes can occur in these systems.
6. There are some limitations to the number of nodes you can have in a D20 VME
Chassis:
− Due to the mounting arrangement of the Serial I/O communications interface
panel on a D20 chassis, it is not always practical to have more than one node.
On the 500-0280 MX Chassis you can have one rack mounted com panel
(517-0225) and one rear mounted com panel (571-0230), supplying physical
com channels for two processor nodes. Additional nodes could be dedicated
to Ethernet and automation applications if desired.
− The D20 Power Supply +5V output can supply up to 5A. Each D20ME
requires 1A, and the D20EME requires 110mA. The remaining power can be
used to line power 5V devices on the RS-232 communication ports. This
means the D20 Power Supply can power up to 4 D20ME cards and 1
D20EME.
− The D20 Power Supply +12V output can supply a maximum of 1A. The
D20EME requires 0.6A. The remaining power can be used to line power 12V
devices on the RS-232 communication ports. In practice, this means that the
D20 Power Supply can power either a D20EME, or a few modems. If both
Ethernet and modems, or several modems, are required then an external 12V
power supply is generally required.
Common Power Consumption Ratings:
• D20EME w/ MIC 0.60A @ +12V
• D20ME 0.10A @ +12V
• WESDAC 202 Modem 0.10A @ +12V
• Telenetics® Modem 0.35A @ +12V
Example: 1 D20ME, 1 D20EME w/ 10BaseT, and 1 Telenetics Modem
exceeds the available +12V Capacity

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D.20 When using the D20ME with the older vintages of the D.20 peripherals, there are
Input/Output some exceptions that apply:
Peripheral
• The newest design of the peripherals has a jumper, which allows you to select
Compatibility
between Shunt or Series capacitors.
• You need to change the older vintage of the D20 backplane (vintage 4A or older)
to a new backplane (vintage 5A or newer), and set a jumper to use shunt caps for
the peripherals.
• If the EPLDs on the peripherals are older than V1.5, you need to upgrade them
to PERFPAL 1.5. DO NOT upgrade them to newer versions of the PERFPAL, as
they are not 100% backward compatible.
• Special arrangements need to be made with GE manufacturing to obtain
PERFPAL V1.5, which are not kept in stock.
The communication statistics on the D.20 link will never be as good as they are with
new peripherals, but they should not be any worse than they were in the existing
system.
PCOMMONs should match the version of base software being used.

Peripheral Use the following table to check the Base compatibility and Minimum BootROM for
Compatibility: D.20 Peripherals boards.
Table 2

Product Vintage Release D.20 Communications Base Minimum

Date Design Detail Compatibility BootROM
D20A Vintage 01A-16A Shunt Cap / Perpal 1 V1.5 All Any BootROM
WESDAC
(511-0101) Vintage 17A-20A 97/05/13 Series Cap / Perfuni V0.0 D20 base 3.51 P002 3.05
and newer P002-2 3.05 or
P002-3 1.00
Vintage 21A, 23A- 98/09/18 Jumper Caps (Shunt/Series) All Any BootROM
current / Perfask V0.0 See note 3
Vintage 22A (Note 1) 98/09/29 Series Cap / Perpal 1 V1.5 All Any BootROM

D20K Vintage 01A-12A Shunt Cap / Perpal 1 V1.5 All Any BootROM
WESDAC Vintage 13A-14A, 16A 96/11/12 Series Cap / Perfuni V0.0 D20 base 3.51 P002 3.05
(508-0101) and newer P002-2 3.05 or
P002-3 1.00
Vintage 15A (Note 1) 97/03/11 Series Cap / Perpal 1 V1.5 All Any BootROM
Vintage 17A-current 98/07/02 Jumper Caps (Shunt/Series) All Any BootROM
/ Perfask V0.0 See note 3

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Peripheral Compatibility: Table 2 (continued)

Product Vintage Release D.20 Communications Base Minimum

Date Design Detail Compatibility BootROM

WESDAC Vintage 01A-10A Shunt Cap / Perpal 1 V1.5 All Any BootROM
D20S Vintage 11A, 13A-17A 96/09/11 Series Cap / Perfuni V0.0 D20 base 3.51 P002 3.05
(507-0101) and newer P002-2 3.05 or
P002-3 1.00
Vintage 12A (Note 1) 96/08/08 Series Cap / Perpal 1 V1.5 All Any BootROM
Vintage 18A-current 98/06/11 Jumper Caps (Shunt/Series) All Any BootROM
/ Perfask V0.0 See note 3

WESDAC Vintage 01A-19A Shunt Cap / Perpal 3 V1.2 All Any BootROM
Cannot use 2nd D.20 com
D20C (504-
port (for redundant link)
0002)
Vintage 20A-23A 96/11/19 Series Cap / Perfuni V0.0 D20 base 3.51 P002 3.05
Cannot use 2nd D.20 com and newer P002-2 3.05 or
port (for redundant link) P002-3 1.00
Vintage 24A-current 98/06/25 Jumper Caps (Shunt/Series) All Any BootROM
/ Perfc V0.0 See note 3
Vintage 01A-19A Shunt Cap / Perpal 3 V1.2 All Any BootROM
Cannot use 2nd D.20 com
port (for redundant link)

WESTERM Vintage 01A-04A Shunt cap All D20 Base Any BootROM
All D20M++ Base
M+
(517-0224) Vintage 05A-07A 96/01/03 Series cap D20 base 3.51 P002 3.05
and newer P002-2 3.05 or
P002-3 1.00
Vintage 08A (Note 1) 97/05/07 Shunt cap All D20 Base Any BootROM
All D20M++ Base
Vintage 09A-current 98/08/07 Jumper caps (Shunt/Series) All Any BootROM
See note 2
Vintage 01A-04A Shunt cap All D20 Base Any BootROM
All D20M++ Base

WESTERM Vintage 01A-04A Shunt cap All D20 Base Any BootROM
All D20M++ Base
M+
(517-0225) Vintage 05A-06A 96/01/03 Series cap D20 base 3.51 P002 3.05
and newer P002-2 3.05 or
P002-3 1.00
Vintage 07A-current 98/08/07 Jumper caps (Shunt/Series) All Any BootROM
See note 2
Vintage 01A-04A Shunt cap All D20 Base Any BootROM
All D20M++ Base

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Notes 1. Temporary Vintage (limited distribution)
2. Selection for Shunt or Series capacitor is made using a jumper setting.
3. Selection is made using a combination jumper setting: (i) for a Shunt or Series
capacitor and (ii) for an EPLD.

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Appendix B: 68K Monitor Commands

Introduction This appendix outlines some of the 68K Monitor commands that can be used when
working with D20ME. Instructions in this chapter are excerpts from the 68K Monitor
User's Guide.
Refer to the 68K Monitor User's Guide (P136-0UG) for information about other
commands not listed here.

Changing the The D20ME/ME II Monitor has the ability to change the communication speed of
Baud Rate the WESMAINT port. This is useful when downloading large files.
Example: A 1 MB code file may take upwards of 40 minutes to download at 9600
bps (the default). At 38400 bps, the transfer is only 10 – 15 minutes.
Note: Most PCs cannot exceed 115,200 bps, and some terminal programs
(Windows Terminal for example) may have other restrictions. Check the
program's User's Guide for help.

SET BAUD The SET BAUD RATE command changes the data rate of the WESMAINT port to a
RATE user-supplied value.
command

Command Format BAUD baud_rate

Variables None
Parameters baud_rate = the new data rate for the port, in bps.
Example Type BAUD 4800 and press ENTER.
Results: The monitor switches to communicate at 4800 bps.

Special See warning above.

Considerations

WARNING: Speed change made using the SET BAUD RATE command are not saved in
NVRAM; the monitor will return to 9600 bps after a restart. It is recommended that
this command be only used to speed up a serial download, and not to redefine the
operational state.

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Supported The supported data rates, in bps, are:
Speeds

900 9600
1050 14400
1200 19200
1800 28200
2000 38400
2400 57600
3600 115200
4800 230400
7200

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MODIFICATION RECORD

VERSION REV. DATE AUTHOR CHANGE DESCRIPTION

2.00 2 July 27, 2007 L. Lu Modified the notes on Page 45 and 46 to state that the
DCD and CTS must be disabled for RS 485 to function
correctly (CC 20070623-0003)

2.00 3 Jan. 9, 2008 M. Haska Added product safety and regulatory compliance info.

Jan. 22, 2008 S. Poda Added notices regarding RS-232 Switch Panel.

2.00 4 June 12, 2008 H. Kozlow Added safety note to p. 4.

2.00 5 Aug. 18, 2008 M. Haska Removed reference to documents that are unavailable.

2.00 6 Sep. 16, 2008 M. Haska Added RS485 pinout and wiring schematics to p. 49,50.

2.00 7 Mar. 2, 2009 M. Haska Added transient suppression note to p. 50.

AUTHENTICATION RECORD

VERSION REV. DATE AUTHOR SCOPE OF AUTHENTICATION

2.00 4 June 12, 2008 H. Kozlow Added product safety and regulatory compliance info.
Added notices regarding RS-232 Switch Panel.
Added safety note to p. 4.

2.00 5 Aug. 18, 2008 E. Stuhr Removed references on p. 51 to documents that are
unavailable.

2.00 6 Sep. 16, 2008 H. Kozlow Added RS485 pinout and wiring schematics to p. 49,50.

2.00 7 Mar. 2, 2009 H. Kozlow Page 50.

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