Electricity + Control November 2015

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New version of UPS-CONF UPS software
The free UPS-CONF software enables the Qunit UPS-IQ and Trio UPS
UPS systems to be monitored and configured conveniently and clearly.
The new version 2.2.7.0 features improvements and enhancements. New
warning messages signal, for example, whether the UPS remote control
is activated or whether a communication error has occurred between the
UPS and the batteries.The new COM trigger mode can be useful if several
PCs need to be shut
down in a controlled
manner in the event of
a mains failure; here
the signal contacts
of the UPS initiate
a shutdown of the
PC via the COM port,
which means that no
permanent data ca-
ble connections are
required, regardless
of the Windows ver-
sion being used. Dc
UPS devices with 5,
10, 20, and 40 A from revision 06 can now switch off loads in a staggered
sequence. When the UPS buffers a mains failure, two separate timers
start, whereby previously defined consumers cease to be supplied by the
battery after a set time.The software automatically detects the connected
power storage, for example a lead battery with 12 Ah. All relevant operat-
ing parameters are displayed graphically and important messages appear
in the foreground.The behaviour of the UPS modules can be changed via
the software to suit individual requirements.
Enquiries:Tony Rayner. Email
Ethernet media converters
The new class 1000 Ethernet media converters from Phoenix Contact are
designed for industrial applications with basic requirements.They offer a
simple and cost-effective entry into optical transmission technology. Data
transmission via fibre optics optimises Ethernet applications in terms of
performance and transmission reliability. In addition to a higher range,
the benefits of electrical isolation are also reaped. The compact units in
robust metal housings
bridge distances of up
to 9,6 kilometres. Multi-
mode glass-fibres are
used, optionally with SC
duplex or B-FOC (ST)
plugs. Start-up is simpli-
fied by auto negotiation
and auto crossing. In
addition, data rates of
10 and 100 Mbps can
be firmly set. Besides
numerous diagnostics
LEDs, the media convert-
ers are equipped with
LFP function (Link Fault Pass-through).This ensures permanent and con-
tinuous monitoring of the connection. In the event of a connection loss,
redundancy mechanisms can take over operation immediately.
Enquiries: Patrick Rowland
CONTROL SYSTEMS + AUTOMATION