CCU1000

CENTRAL CONTROL UNIT

Relay Master

KEY BENEFITS
Integrate substation devices and remote SCADA Configurable events and alarms can be displayed on the faceplate. Texts for
Protocol gateway leds can be customized
Relay grade redundant power supply Synchronize system clock including GPS and SNTP
Includes new 61850 direct protocol support

APPLICATIONS
Management and primary protection of distribution feeders and bus HMI server via communications
couplers Data recorder for information received from IEDs:
Local substation monitoring and control Oscillography
Remote substation control History of measures
Motor control centers Events
Multi-protocol communications: Alarm processing or SOER applications
Master to protection relays (IED) Automatic functions at substation level
Slave to the remote control dispatching center Generation of reports

FEATURES
No moving parts, no rotating hard drives and no fans Tested in harsh environments, including 15 kV electrostatic discharge,
No CMOS battery. Default configuration settings stored in BIOS. This fast transient, radiated emissions, overcurrent, dielectric strength, pulse
means that no battery backed CMOS is required to retain customized magnetic field disturbances, vibration, seismic and climatic.
settings, resulting in increased reliability. System clock backed up by capa- Programmable watchdog
citor I/O ports:
Redundant AC/DC power supply: o 4 USB 2.0
o LO range: DC: 24 to 48 V o 1 10/100 Mbps Ethernet and a fault tolerant dual 10/100 Mbps Ethernet
o HI range: DC: 120 to 230 V adapter as an option
AC: 110 to 240 V o Up to 9 asynchronous serial ports. They incorporate leds to show activity on
o Power: 25 VA nominal, maximum 35 VA every port
HMI server with up to 10 clients as remote HMI or EWS Write protected operating system and applications. It protects the boot
Fiber optic communication ports partition from corruption by any source, power outages, and conflicting
Local network communications (Ethernet) applications. This protects the boot image no matter if it is on a hard drive
Programmable logic according to IEC 1131-3 (functional block diagram) or flash drive
External date/time synchronization via GPS with optional IRIG-B output Primary Flash drive can be a Disk-On-Module or a 2,5 Solid State Disk
Remote modem connection Secondary Flash drive reserved for a removable Compact Flash
Device extension through USB ports Intel Extreme Graphics2 controller CRT output, Up to 32 MByte UMA Video
Static data logging through flash disk RAM. Max resolution WUXGA/QXGA (2048x1536)
15 programmable LED indicators Automatic retrieval of information from IEDs including events and oscillog-
LOCAL/REMOTE selection from the faceplate raphy files
Real time capabilities
User Interface
Possibility of connection to monitor, keyboard and mouse
Access through standard Internet browser
Remote modem access
Multiple configurations with network computers using OPC clients
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Description
The CCU1000 relay master provides a simple and
technically complete solution for the integra-
tion and automation of electrical substations as
well as industrial plants. When IEDs in a substa-
tion or industrial plant are linked to a CCU1000
unit using GE Power Substation Automation
software, the protection and control capabilities
are extended to the whole system, as it provides
tools that can completely manage any substa-
tion/plant from the dispatching center.
The system formed by the CCU1000 and the
protection relays is fully distributed, as every
unit receives all signals coming from its opera-
tion area, and it is able to perform associated
functions, as well as to retrieve all necessary
states, measurements, events and records.
The CCU1000 retrieves and manages all this
information, making it accessible both to the
local operator and the remote control center.
The system is scalable, as the user can define
anytime the desired level of integration, at a
plant level or integrated with a SCADA or DCS
master.
Dimensions
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The CCU1000 architecture and communica-
tions network are designed to be easily adap-
ted to any size, reliability and redundancy
level requirement. Besides, there are archi-
tecture solutions available for single/multiple
system concentrators, HMIs and communica-
tion channels at any level.
The CCU1000 is accessible in many different
ways, including graphical screens of the subs-
tation/plant single-line diagrams, programma-
ble screens, IED status, integrated alarms and
event records, metering and oscillography
records.
The execution of operations is controlled and
protected by passwords, and the unit allows
to execute operations and trigger automa-
tisms from the unit face plate.
Besides, the CCU1000 incorporates software
tools that allow the user to access any IED from
a networked PC, or using a monitor, keypad
and mouse directly connected to the unit.
GE Power application software, runs on the
CCU1000, allows the user to extract the plant/
substation databases, so that it is possible to
obtain all the required information, making
it very easy to analyze the system operation
and the associated records at any Engineering
center.
The system can be remotely accessed by
using a remote network access software. This
access can be restricted to limited personnel
and it incorporates safety measures to pre-
vent unauthorized access.
The Scada functionality provided by GE Power
software offers the possibility to connect to a
remote SCADA or DCS in the plant or to any
dispatch center. This connection will be ena-
bled using IEC 870-5-101, IEC 870-5-104, OPC
or MODBUS RTU communication protocols.
External protocol converters can also be used
if required.

System Architecture with CCU1000
This figure shows the typical communications
architecture used with CCU1000.
The information retrieved from the protection
relays by the CCU1000 is available in the local
substation network, as the CCU1000 operates
as a standard OPC (OLE for Process Control)
information server. This way, any graphic HMI
from a different manufacturer using this tech-
nology and operating as an OPC client can be
connected to the CCU1000. GE Power monito-
ring and control software operates as an OPC
client, providing additional functionality, such
as file management, protection setting change
management, and with operation capability of
several OPC clients inside the same communi-
cations network.
GE Multilin Intelligent Substation
To Archiving System:
SOE
Waveform
Data Logger
DDFR
Archiving / Troubleshooting SCADA / Operational Data
Events Records Archiving
Waveform Archiving
Data Logger Archiving
CCU1000 Central Control Unit
Thanks to the communication network, the nals sent from the satellite network, with 1 ms
CCU1000 processor incorporates the internal accuracy. This real accuracy is obtained thanks
variables of all the connected protection units. to the fact that the CCU1000 operative system
Automatisms such as tap changers, automatic works with real time features.
substation recomposition, recomposition after
underfrequency load shedding, reactive con- The CCU1000 offers a modem as an option,
trol, etc. can be implemented using the PLC that provides remote access to the system,
incorporated inside the CCU1000. independently from the remote control access,
allowing the user to perform remote mainte-
The variable simulation tools available in the nance, charge and control tasks, usually per-
GE Power software package, make these formed by the Engineering departments of
automatic functions programming tasks Utility companies.
extremely easy.
In order to synchronize the time labeling of
the events generated by the CCU1000 with
those generated by the protection relays, the
CCU1000 can incorporate a GPS module that
will synchronize the date and time with sig-
To Enterprise System:
IEC 60870-5-104
IEC 60870-5-101
OPC
Modbus/RTU
CCU HMI
Site Monitoring /
Engineering Workstation
Setting Management
Configuration
One-Line Diagrams
Trending
Operational Events Event viewing
Metering Data Waveform viewing
Protocol Conversion
Operational Logic
IEC 61850
Modbus TCP/IP
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Internal Architecture
This figure shows the internal architecture of
the CCU1000. The CPU uses a low consump-
tion 1.1 GHz microprocessor, which provides a
reliable operation without the need of ventila-
tion, extending the utile life of the unit. Both,
the operative system and the substation appli-
cation are stored on a flash disk, ensuring an
unlimited utile life.
The basic CCU1000 unit incorporates one RS-
232 serial port, one Ethernet port, one parallel
port, and an output for VGA monitor, mouse
and keypad, all of them accessible on the rear
of the unit. It also incorporates two front and
two rear USB ports.
The power supply module incorporates an
alarm contact, which monitors the power
supply and provides an easy identification of
the misoperating supply. There are two pos-
sible input ranges, the first from 24 to 48 Vdc,
and the second, which can also admit Vac, 110-
250 Vdc or 120-230 Vac.
For communication with protection relays, the
CCU1000 uses an Ethernet connection, or the
available fiber optics or RS232 outputs. Com-
munication with the dispatching center can be
User Interfaces
The CCU1000 front plate includes a push-
button to set the substation management in
local or remote mode. When the local mode
is selected all remote operations will be for-
bidden. On the other hand, when the remote
mode is selected, only commands originated
on the CCU 1000 will be executed.
The CCU1000 incorporates 16 LED indicators,
15 programmable, whose default configura-
tion is as follows:
1. READY. The CCU1000 is on and communi-
cating with protection relays. Once the unit
is powered, this LED will remain red until the
internal application of CCU1000 takes control
of the unit. In this moment, the LED will turn
green.
2. ALARMS. There is an active or not ack-
nowledged alarm in the substation/plant.
3. MAINTENANCE. The CCU1000 is in mainte-
nance mode. In this mode, we can modify the
unit configuration. For accessing this opera-
tion mode, we need to connect the CCU1000
to a monitor, keypad and mouse, and modify
it when the unit is powered.
4. PLC BLOQ. The PLC software is internally
blocked. Automatisms are blocked.
5. BUSY. The CCU1000 is busy sending com-
mands to the protection relays.
6. FREE
7. FREE
8. FREE
9. MASTER. In Hot-Standby redundant configu-
rations, the CCU1000 is in Master mode.
10. COM L1. Communications with the protec-
tion relays are correct.
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established through any communication port.
In addition, the CCU1000 incorporates two
USB front ports.
Internal Architecture
Flash Disk
Read-Only
Operative System
CPU
Low Consumption
Fan Less Operation
Connectivity
Screen/Keyboard/Mouse
4 x Serial RS485 ports
Ethernet port
6 x Serial FO ports
3 x Serial RS232 ports
11. COM L3. Communications with superior
hierarchical level are active.
12. ADMINISTRATOR MODE. The CCU1000 is
in administrator mode, highest level mode,
where any operation inside the CCU1000 can
be performed.
13. OPERATION MODE. The CCU1000 is in ope-
rator mode. In this mode, any command can
be sent from the CCU1000 to the protection
relays.
14. SETTINGS MODE. The CCU1000 is in set-
tings mode. In this mode using Enervista
software, the protection relay settings can be
accessed and modified.
15. VISUAL MODE. The CCU1000 is in viewing
mode, commands and setting changes can
not be performed.
16. WATCHDOG. The internal watchdog that
monitors all the tasks inside the CCU1000 has
been activated.
In addition, there are 16 port transmit and
receive indication LEDs.
The CCU1000 includes several connection
ways that provide great versatility to the unit
when interacting with the user. The different
operation configurations are shown on the
following figures.
CCU1000 Autonomy use
In this situation, we connect the protection
relays and the communication with the
dispatch center to the CCU1000 ports. The
system operation is made through the
unit front as already described.
With monitor, keypad and mouse
In this situation, the unit is directly
connected to a keypad, mouse and
monitor, with the possibility to connect a
touch screen, having access to the whole
The CCU1000 incorporates also, some optional
features such as:
Internal GPS module
56K modem board
Redundant Ethernet card
Flash Disk
Data Storage
Optional Features
Contact Factory
Faceplate Features
Serial Comm. Status LEDs
Local/Remote mode LEDs
Mode/Reset push-button
Programmable LEDs
GE Power software functionality.
Using a portable PC and standard browser
This type of connection is very useful, as
there is no need to use a permanent PC in
the substation. The CCU1000 incorporates
a WEB server. Maintenance and operation
tasks can be performed from a portable
PC, connecting it directly to the Ethernet
input or to an available Hub in the
substation. With this type of connection,
we have access to the whole GE Power
software functionality.
Remote telephone access.
This is similar to the previous mode,
except for the fact that it would be a
remote network access. With this type of
connection, we have access to the whole
GE Power software functionality.
With OPC and several standard clients.
The CCU1000 is a standard OPC server,
and it can operate with different graphical
OPC clients, being able to perform many
configurations for different control
centers, located in different network
places, accessing simultaneously all the
information retrieved by the CCU1000
from the protection relays.
With this type of connection, we have
access to the whole GE Power software
functionality. Additionally, we can use a
graphical environment different from GE
Power, if the OPC standard connection
capability is incorporated.
As an option, the CCU1000 can include an
internal GPS module and modem.
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Possible Architectures

STAND ALONE MONITOR, KEYBOARD AND MOUSE

CCU1000
TELECONTROL CCU1000
TELECONTROL

Faceplate Features
Serial Comm. Status
Local/Remote mode LEDs
System Push-button
Mode/Reset
Programmable LEDs

Substation Network Standard keyboard, monitor

Substation Network and mouse directly connected to
the CCU1000
Touch screen display available

IEDs: RS232, RS485, Optic Fiber, Ethernet

IEDs: RS232, RS485, Optic Fiber, Ethernet

MONITOR, KEYBOARD AND MOUSE WITH A REMOTE TELEPHONE ACCESS

PORTABLE COMPUTER CONNECTED TO THE NET
CCU1000 TELECONTROL CCU1000
TELECONTROL

Remote networking access to the HMI

server.
With a Notebook connected to Two connection modes available:
Substation Network
the Ethernet port 1. With a standard web browser (Internet
No special software required Explorer, Netscape Navigator, etc)
Substation Network (Internal Web Server installed)
2. Through an OPC connection.
Access available with a Enervista client software needed to be
standard Web browser (Internet
Explorer, Netscape Navigator, etc)
installed at client side

IEDs: RS232, RS485, Optic Fiber, Ethernet

IEDs: RS232, RS485, Optic Fiber, Ethernet

ETHERNET CONNECTION

CCU1000 EWS1
TELECONTROL

EWS2

Substation Network Several Engineering Workstations

can be connected to the same CCU
unit using the Ethernet ports.

IEDs: RS232, RS485, Optic Fiber, Ethernet

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Typical Wiring

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Redundancy
The CCU1000 capability for redundant connec-
tion guarantees continuous system operation
in the event of a component failure, and offers
system availability of 100%. The following figure
shows a typical redundant architecture diagram
with CCU1000. The proposed system is designed
to ensure safe and continuous system operation
even in the event of a failure inside the protection
and control system.
There are two main types of redundant configura-
tion: Hot-Standby and in parallel.
Hot-Standby Operation
In this first case, one of the CCU1000s is active and ope-
rates as master, maintaining communication with pro-
tection relays, while the second CCU1000 is in standby
mode, i.e. it is ready to activate communication with
the relays. Both units are communicated via a redun-
dant RS-232 link.
If any of the two CCU1000 fails, the second unit will
retake communications and become master unit of the
system, while the failed unit would switch to standby
mode. This operation is automatic and managed by
both CCU1000.
Operation in Parallel
In this operation mode, both CCU1000 are in service
simultaneously communicating with protection
relays and the remote control. If one of the units fails,
the second CCU1000 would continue communica-
ting with the rest of units in the system. In this type
of configuration, protection relays need to incorpo-
rate two communication ports, one for each master
device, or a networked port that allows simultaneous
access from several master devices, as in the case of
UR and F650 relays. In the case of protection relays
that provide only one port, an external converter can
be used to allow access from both master devices.

HOT-STANDBY OPERATION
The first CCU1000 unit handles
communcation with the protection
& control IEDs and telecontrol.
The second CCU1000 unit is in
standby mode.
If the first CCU fails, the second
unit will automatically take control
of the communication with the
IEDs and telecontrol.
Ordering Code
To order select the basic model and the desired features from the Selection Guide below:
Technical Specifications
PARALLEL MODE
Both CCU1000 units are commu-
nicating with the protection &
control IEDs and telecontrol.
In case of one-port asynchronous
IED, a multimaster converter from
Ethernet to Serial is required
TYPE TESTS
ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY IMMUNITY
Surge Withstand Capability: IEC 60255-22-1
ANSI C37.90.1
Power supply and outputs: 2.5 kV common mode
1.0 kV differential mode
Communication ports: 1.0 kV common mode
Electrostatic Discharge: IEC 60255-22-2
IEC 61000-4-2
Metallic parts 8 kV Contact discharge
Plastic parts 15 kV Air discharge
Radiated Radio Frequency: IEC 60255-22-3
IEC 61000-4-3
ANSI C37.90.2
Envelop port 10 V/m
35 V/m
Fast Transient: IEC 60255-22-4
IEC 61000-4-4
ANSI C37.90.1
Power supply and outputs: 4 kV, 2.5 kHz
Communication ports: 2 kV, 5 kHz
Surge Immunity: IEC 60255-22-5
IEC 61000-4-5
Line to line: 0.5, 1.0 kV
Line to Earth: 0.5, 1.0, 2.0 kV
Conducted Immunity: IEC 60255-22-6
IEC 61000-4-6
Severity level: 10 Vemf
Industrial Frequency: IEC 60255-22-7
IEC 61000-4-7
Severity level: 10 Vemf
Power Frequency Magnetic Field: IEC 61000-4-8
1 second: 1000 A/m
1 minute:
Pulse Magnetic Field:
100 A/m
IEC 61000-4-9 (1000 A/m)
Magnetic Field: IEC 61000-4-10
Power Supply: IEC 60255-11
Variations and Interruption: IEC 61000-4-11

CCU1 * 0 * * * * ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY EMISSIVITY

Conducted Emissions: IEC 60255-25, EN 55011
CCU1 Class A
Module 1 Radiated Emissions: IEC 60255-25, EN 55011
Class A
F Basic unit (without board): 1 x DB9
SAFETY
P 2 x DB9 + 6 x Plastic F.O. AC Test: IEC 60255-5, IEC 60255-27
G 2 x DB9 + 6 x Glass F.O. ANSI C37.90
Circuit to circuit: 2.5 kV, 50 Hz, 1 minute
A 4 x RS485 (Note 1) Circuit to ground: 2.5 kV, 50 Hz, 1 minute
Module 2 (Note 2) Impulse Test: IEC 60255-5, IEC 60255-27
ANSI C37.90
X Without Adapter 5 kV, 0.5 Joule
E With fault tolerant dual 10/100 Base Tx Ethernet Adapter Isolation Resistance: IEC 60255-5, IEC 60255-27
Module 3 (Note 2) 100 Mohm
TEMPERATURE
0 Without GPS Module Cold: IEC 60068-2-1
G With GPS Module Test Ad -40 C, 16 hours
Module 4 (Note 2) Dry Heat: IEC 60068-2-2
Test Bd +75C, 16 hours
X Without modem Damp Heat cyclic: IEC 60068-2-30
M With modem Test Db 95% r.h., 25 to 55, 6 cycles

Auxiliary Voltage MECHANICS

Vibrations: IEC 60255-21-1
LO Power Supply: 24-48 VDC (range: 19.2~57.6) Envelop Class 1
HI Power Supply: 110-250 VDC (range: 88~300) Shock and Bump: IEC 60255-21-2
Envelop Class 1
Power Supply: 120-230 VAC (range: 96~250) Seismic: IEC 60255-21-30
LOR Redundant LO Envelop Class 2
HIR Redundant HI POWER SUPPLY
Options:
Environmental Protection (Note 3) LO VDC: 24 to 48V
Without Harsh (Chemical) Environment Conformal Coating HI VDC: 110 to 250V
VAC: 120 to 230V

(1) For adding more than two modules when RS485 (A) is selected, contact factory for further information. ENVIRONMENTAL
Temperature:
(2) For models with options not included in this ordering code contact factory for further information. Storage: -25 to 55 C
(3) For Harsh (Chemical) Environment Conformal Coating option contact factory for further information. Operation: -10 to 50 C
Humidity (non condensing) 90%
Altitude Up to 2000m

GES-I-031
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