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The RTU32N series is based on 32-bit architecture and provides the RTU/PLC with power and leading-edge functionality. RTU32N provides an open and adjustable platform with both the power and functionality required to control advanced industrial applications.

Brodersen Next Generation RTU32N Series with advanced RTU/PLC functionality.

The RTU32N series is based on 32-bit architecture and provides the RTU/PLC with power and leading edge functionality. RTU32N provides open and adjustable platform with both the power and functionality required to control advanced industrial applications.

Physical communication interfaces include 2 x LAN 10/100MBit/s, 4 x COM ports, and 2 x USB ports. The RTU32N offers support for communication devices like data radios, GSM/GPRS/3G, Wi-Fi, dial modems, etc. Making it the perfect future-proof solution for new applications and for mounting in areas where there are no hardwired communication facilities.

The RTU32N supports a variety of standard and open protocols such as Modbus, IEC60870, DNP3, and IEC61850. It also includes the fast event-based Binding protocol – a quick and reliable way of distributing timestamped event data between any Brodersen RTU32 series on the network.

The RTU32N has a web-based configuration interface for setup of the RTU ‘personality’ e.g. IP address, VPN, IO range, Slave address, etc. Additional RTU functionality, including logic, messaging, and logging is configured in the Brodersen WorkSuite.

The RTU32N series is available in two power supply configurations. These include 10-30VDC and 30-60VDC. An external UPS option is available using Brodersen UPS power supply module UCS-CHRxxx.

The RTU32N is available with a range of integrated I/O options – 28IO and 42IO. In addition, it supports I/O expansion via the Brodersen I/O LocalBus.

  • Powerful RTU, PLC, and Industrial Controller.·
  • Redundancy Support.
  • Reliable Real-Time Operating System.
  • Communication Protocols Supported:
    – Full Modbus suite.
    – IEC60870-5-101/103/104 Protocol.
    – IEC61850 Client/Server w. GOOSE.
    – FULL DNP3 Suite Incl. DNP3 WITS
    – Binding – Global Distribution and Subscription of Event-Based Time Stamped Variables.

 

Communication Protocols can also be created as part of the logic application interface. A number of legacies and device-specific protocols have been created that include:

  • Omron Host Link
  • 4RF SNMP Client
  • Radtel RDCMP
  • Communication interfaces; 2 x Ethernet and 4 x COMPorts.
  • Integrated I/Os and I/O Expansion via Brodersen LocalBus
  • Full EN/IEC61131 PLC runtime – also used for special and flexible data manipulation.
  • Includes power supply monitoring of the RTU32N supply voltage and temperature (10-30 VDC)
  • Full remote management with configuration, programming, and flexible distribution of all levels of software from and to RTUs in remote locations.

VERSIONS / ORDERING CODES

The difference between 8x and 9x is the predefined setting of their current/voltage selection jumpers (for all AI channels):

  • 8x : Configurable in different ranges of voltage input
  • 9x : Configurable in different ranges of current input
  • Each AI channel (in both 8x and 9x) can also be changed to the other type by changing the state of their internal current/voltage selection jumpers.

TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION
Software – General
RTU32N Real Time Operating System offers access and support to a wide range of standard network protocols – TCP/IP, UDP, HTML, FTP, SNTP and SMTP. It allows priorities for fast PLC runtime execution and parallel multiple communications task handling.

Software – Basic Setup and Configuration
Basic configuration of the RTU32N is via an Internet Browser connected to the integrated WebServer. Configuration includes settings for IP network communications, I/O configuration and SNTP (time
synchronization via Simple Network Management Protocol) etc.

The configuration also defines settings for the Brodersen 3G/GPRS modem when connected to the RTU’s USB interface – including APN and user authentication setup. Full remote configuration and complete RTU software updates are possible via all communication interfaces.

Software – RTU Logic Configuration and Programming

The RTU’s logic ‘engine’ is programmed using the Brodersen WorkSuite. This IEC61131 application development environment supports all 5 languages: ST, FB, SFC, LD, and IL.
WorkSuite allows creating and managing applications that provide the RTU with PLC runtime functionality. WorkSuite is a very flexible and powerful tool for your application development. It includes
features such as:

  • Fieldbus and profile editor for simple and fast driver setup.
  • Definition of variables from simple Booleans to advanced Arrays and Structures.
  • Freeform program language mix, full conversion features, and program prioritizing.
  • Full Simulation and debugging functions.
  • Large library of ready-to-use functions.
  • Create your own User Defined Function Blocks in aPLC language or C.

Full remote programming is possible via all RTU communication interfaces. Brodersen also provides tools and wizards to simplify and decrease the total time of application development. These tools include a complete IEC60870 Driver Configuration Tool (IEC60870CONFIG) enabling the setup of an IEC60870 driver in an Excel sheet in less than 30 minutes.

Software – Communication Drivers/Protocols
RTU32N supports a range of standard drivers/protocols;

  • IEC60870-5-101 Master/Slave.
  • IEC60870-5-103 Master.
  • IEC60870-5-104 Client/Server.
  • IEC61850 Client
  • IEC61850 Server incl. GOOSE
  • Modbus-RTU Master and Slave.
  • Modbus-TCP Client and Server.
  • Modbus-ASCII Drivers.
  • DNP3 Client/Server & Master/Slave
  • DNP3 WITS Slave
  • SNMP Agent
  • DF1 Master
  • EtherNet/IP
  • Binding protocol for fast RTU-to-RTU communication.
  • I/O drivers for integrated I/O and LocalBus I/O Expansion

Software – I/O Drivers
The RTU32N supports dedicated I/O LocalBus drivers for Brodersen integrated and Expansion I/O modules. I/O Drivers include direct I/O board definitions and variable profile assignment definitions.

Modem Control / Dial-up / Dial-in
Dial-up and dial-in functions are supported by the RTU32N. These are used for PSTN or GSM modems connected to the serial port/s of the RTU32N. They can be used for any serial communication e.g. Modbus-RTU, DNP3, and IEC60870 serial protocols.

Real-Time / Real-Time Clock
RTU32N Real-time operating system is used for the application program execution. Time stamps and cyclic execution are also based on the internal real-time clock. Time stamps are reported in milliseconds resolution. The RTU32N supports clock synchronization via PTP, NTP, SNTP and utility protocols.

COM communication for Null-Modem, Radio and
Leased Line modems
The RTU32N has implemented extended necessary data communication features for the communication of ModbusRTU, DNP3, and IEC60870-5-101 over serial modems and converters. The features cover detailed handshake control with the timing of RTS and CTS.

3G / GPRS Modem controlled directly by RTU32N
The RTU32N supports an external UCM-94 3G/GPRS modem connected directly via USB Interface. Software is available to handle the automatic connection to a defined APN. Additional logic functions allow control and monitoring of the modem connection.

Power supply options
The RTU32N offers the following power supply input options; 10-30VDC and 30-60VDC. If battery-backed UPS functionality is required, Brodersen recommends the UCSCHRxxx UPS power supplies. All power supply options provide IO Expansion bus power for up to 600mA@12VDC.

Other interfaces
The RTU32N has two USB ports for interfacing with the Brodersen 3G Modem, Ethernet converters, WIFI dongles external memory etc.

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Software – Communication Drivers/Protocols
RTU32N supports a range of standard drivers/protocols

  • IEC60870-5-101 Master/Slave.
  • IEC60870-5-103 Master.
  • IEC60870-5-104 Client/Server.
  • IEC61850 Client
  • IEC61850 Server incl. GOOSE
  • Modbus-RTU Master and Slave.
  • Modbus-TCP Client and Server.
  • Modbus-ASCII Drivers.
  • DNP3 Client/Server & Master/Slave
  • DNP3 WITS Slave
  • SNMP Agent
  • DF1 Master
  • EtherNet/IP
  • Binding protocol for fast RTU to RTU communication.
  • I/O drivers for integrated I/O and LocalBus I/O Expansion