Datasheet

Time Code Generator

Platform Hardware Version: A

Platform Software Version: 06
Publication Reference: RT431-DS-EN-6v1

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CONTENTS

1 Product Scope 3
2 Functional Overview 4
3 Key Features 5
3.1 PTP / SNTP / NTP 5
3.2 Stationary Mode 6
3.3 Improved Stability 6
3.4 Environmental Robustness 6
4 Compliance 7
4.1 EMC Compliance 7
4.2 Product Safety 7
4.3 Protective Class 7
4.4 Installation category 7
4.5 Environment 7
4.6 R&TTE Compliance 7
5 Hardware Design 8
5.1 Equipment View 8
5.2 Network Port 9
5.3 Power Supply 9
6 State Indicators 10
7 Web Interface (Remote Access) 11
8 Technical Specification 12
8.1 Power Supply 12
8.2 GPS Antenna 12
8.3 Internal Oscillator 15
8.4 Outputs 15
8.5 Precision Time Protocol PTP (IEEE 1588) 17
8.6 Ethernet Port 18
8.7 Environment 18
8.8 Type Test 19
8.9 Dimensions, Weight 22
9 Cortec 23
9.1 RT431 23

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1 PRODUCT SCOPE

RT431 Time Code Generator is a compact GPS-based clock designed to be installed on a DIN rail, allowing
the equipment to be installed in locations with limited space and reduced panels.

Precise Time Protocol (IEE 1588 PTP) version 2 provides accurate synchronization over Ethernet networks
within 100 ns accuracy, enabling applications like synchrophasors without the need to use separate IRIG-B
and PPS networks. Improved stability and holdover performance are achieved with advanced stability
control, which enables the continuous synchronization of IEDs with high accuracy even with occasional loss
of satellites. For power system applications, the PTP Power Profile is available in accordance with the
standard IEEE C37.238.

RT431 configured as PTP slave also works as a transceiver from PTP to IRIG-B, serial or pulse time codes,
enabling the use of PTP on IEDs that do not support this protocol.RT431 - Time Code Generator, is a
compact GPS-based clock capable of being time source, in different formats and protocols, to synchronize
internal clocks of equipment and systems based in digital processing.

It supports the following protocols sync time:

PTP (Precision Time Protocol) according to IEEE1588 standard, eliminating delay from message
processing which pass in other devices in the network;

NTP/SNTP;

IRIG-B004 (Demodulated);

IRIG-B124 (Modulated);

DCF77;

Serial Datagrams through the RS232 and RS422/485 serial ports.

Low frequency pulses, as PPS, PPM and others configurable options.

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2 FUNCTIONAL OVERVIEW

Figure 1: Functional Overview of RT431

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3 KEY FEATURES

Better than 100ns time accuracy;

Temporal synchronization reference through GPS antenna and PTP server input;

PTP temporal synchronization protocol according to IEEE1588-2008 standard;

PTP profile option, according to IEEE C37.238 standard;

NTP/SNTP server using Ethernet port;

DIN rail assembly;

High accuracy internal oscillator system;

Status monitoring using SNMP;

Stationary Mode to keep a locked synchronization even with only one GPS satellite;

Delay compensation for GPS antenna cables;

Time signals in IRIG-B004 or DCF77 format;

Pulses: 100 pulses-per-second, 1 pulse-per-second, 1 pulse-per-minute;

Freely configurable low frequency pulse generator;

Pulse on-time with daily repetition;

User-configurable rules for daylight-saving-time and configurable time zone;

Configurable over Ethernet using Web Interface;

RS232 serial port with frequency variable pulse and datagram;

Ethernet network port 10/100Base-T for configuration and access to the equipment;

Indicators for monitoring synchronization from GPS antenna and equipment status;

AC or DC power sources possibility.

3.1 PTP / SNTP / NTP

Reason RT431 offers the accurate PTP time protocol, which is defined by the IEEE 1588, to precisely
synchronize IEDs and computers over a LAN (or VLAN). This temporal protocol is capable of syncronizing
multiple clocks with a better than 100ns time accuracy on a Ethernet Network.

As designed by the IEEE 1588, RT431 may operate either as the PTP Grandmaster clock or the Slave
clock. In accordance to IEEE C37.238 standard, the Reason GPS clocks are also compatible with PTP
Power Profile for application in digital substations.

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To save time and reduce costs avoiding the need to overlay a separate time-synchronising network,
SNTP/NTP and PTP can share can share the same physical links as IEC 61850, DNP3 over Ethernet,
MODBUS, etc.

3.2 STATIONARY MODE

In applications such as current differential protection, the equipment providing the time synchronization must
be in locked state in order to keep the protection available. For this reason, the Stationary Mode allows the
equipment to be in a locked state even when receiving signals from a single GPS satellite.

However, these two conditions shall be followed to use the Stationary Mode:

Stationary Mode can be used only when RT431 is in a fixed position (in a substation, for example). If
the unit is moved from its position when operation in Stationary Mode, there will be loss of time
accuracy.

Before get in Stationary Mode, RT431 shall lock its sync receiving information from at least four
sattelites. This condition applies every time the unit is powered on.

3.3 IMPROVED STABILITY

All GPS clocks from Reason count with improved holdover stability and advanced control-loop algorithms to
allow for hours of accurate free-running if satellite communication is lost.

3.4 ENVIRONMENTAL ROBUSTNESS

With a robust design, all Reason GPS are in accordance with IEC 61010-1 and IEC 60255-27 standards,
ensuring reliability and ruggedness even under harsh environments. Critical applications can benefit from the
optional redundant power supply for even higher uptime and reliability. Every manufactured unit undergoes
complete functional and stress tests to ensure the highest quality.

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4 COMPLIANCE
The device has undergone a range of extensive testing and certification processes to ensure and prove
compatibility with all target markets. A detailed description of these criteria can be found in the Technical
Specifications chapter.
Compliance with the European Commission Directive on EMC and LVD is demonstrated using a Technical
File.

4.1 EMC COMPLIANCE

Compliance with IEC 60255-26:2013 was used to establish conformity.

4.2 PRODUCT SAFETY

Compliance with IEC 61010-1:2010 was used to establish conformity.

4.3 PROTECTIVE CLASS

Protective Class I. This equipment requires a protective conductor (ground) to ensure user safety.

4.4 INSTALLATION CATEGORY

Compliance with IEC 61010-1:2010 Overvoltage Category II

4.5 ENVIRONMENT
IEC 60068-2-1, IEC 60068-2-2, IEC 60068-2-30, IEC 60068-2-14, IEC 60255-21-1, IEC 60255-21-2. The
equipment is intended for indoor use only. If it is required for use in an outdoor environment, it must be
mounted in a specific cabinet or housing which will enable it to meet the requirements of IEC 60529 with the
classification of degree of protection IP54.

4.6 R&TTE COMPLIANCE

Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment (R&TTE) directive 99/5/EC.

Conformity is demonstrated by compliance to both the EMC directive and the Low Voltage directive, to zero
volts.

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5 HARDWARE DESIGN

5.1 EQUIPMENT VIEW

With a compact design, all the equipment connections can be access by one side.

Figure 2: Front view of RT431

Figure 3: View of the RT431 connectors

The RT431 comprises:

One feeding input, AC or DC;

Two TTL level screw connector electrical outputs for synchronization, one of them insulated;

One open collector output;

One RS232 serial port;

One Ethernet network communication port;

GPS antenna input.

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The Sync indicator shows the equipment is synchronized with time reference from GPS satellites or from a
PTP Grandmaster Clock. When the Alarm indicator is on, the equipment is not operating and it is necessary
the operator's attention. The Power led indicates the equipment is on.

5.2 NETWORK PORT

The network interface presents the following features depending on the equipment version:

Monitoration and configuration

NTP/SNTP synchronization protocols

IEEE 1588 PTP synchronization protocol

5.3 POWER SUPPLY

The power supply can have the voltage ranges listed below:

1. 100-240Vac, 110-250Vdc

2. 24-48Vdc

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6 STATE INDICATORS
The Sync indicator shows that unit is synchronized with time reference from GPS satellites. This indicator
blinks when the unit is searching for orbit data from GPS satellites, which is a common situation if the unit
has been moved over long distances or has been out of operation for a long period of time. The Sync
indicator also lit up when the unit is receiving PTP messages from a Grandmaster Clock. This indicator will
turn off as soon as the external reference is lost.

The Alarm indicator should light up for a brief period of time while the unit is being initialized. After concluding
the initialization, the unit will start operating and this indicator should turn off. In case the Alarm indicator
remains on, the unit will not be operating and it will be necessary the operator attention.

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7 WEB INTERFACE (REMOTE ACCESS)

RT431 has a Web Interface that allows monitoring and configurating the unit. In this section is shown how
monitoring the RT431 status in real time, checking general system information and to logging external
timestamps pulses.

To connect to the Web Interface, enter the unit Ethernet port IP address into the address field of a web
browser. For information about factory default for Ethernet port, see Installation chapter. If the unit is not
using factory default settings, see Operation chapter for instructions to obtain the current IP address.

A start page containing the unit status information opens once you access the Web Interface. The remaining
monitoring and configuring sections are on a menu on the left. To access them, click the desired menu item.

Figure 4: RT431 Web Interface

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8 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

8.1 POWER SUPPLY

Table 1: Power supply specifications

Operating nominal voltage 100-250Vdc, 110-240Vac

Operating voltage range 80-300Vdc, 88-264Vac

Frequency 50/60 Hz 3 Hz

MAX 20 VA
Power Consumption
Typical 10 W

8.2 GPS ANTENNA

8.2.1 GPS ANTENNA RECEIVER

Table 2: GPS Antenna input specifications for temporal synchronization

Signal GPS L1 Frequency, C/A code

Sensibility 152 dBm (After acquisition)

Sensibility 142 dBm (During acquisition)

Number of channels 12

Antenna type Active

Antennas supply 3.3 V, max 100 mA

Impedance antenna 50

25 m (Standard)
Cable
40 m, 75 m and 100 m (optionals)

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Connector BNC (female)

Time Receiver Autonomous Integrity Monitoring (TRAIM) supported.

8.2.2 GPS ANTENNA TYPE

Table 3: GPS Antenna specifications

Type 3.3 V Active GPS antenna (<20 mA)

Frequency 1588 3MHz

Output / VSWR 2.0 Max

Impedance 50

Gain 30dB @ 25C

Noise 3.3dB max (25C 5C)

Azimuth coverage 360 (omni-directional)

Elevation coverage 0-90 elevation (hemispherical)

Operating Temperature -40C to +90C

Connector TNC Female

8.2.3 ANTENNA CABLE

Table 4: Antenna Cable specifications

Length Delay (ns) Description

15 m (50 ft) 62,0 TNC Male to BNC Male RGC-58 antenna cable

25 m (82 ft) 102,6 TNC Male to BNC Male RGC-58 antenna cable

40 m (131 ft) 163,6 TNC Male to BNC Male RGC-58 antenna cable

TNC Male to BNC Male RGC-08 low attenuation

75 m (246 ft) 305,9
antenna cable

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TNC Male to BNC Male RGC-08 low attenuation

100 m (328 ft) 407,5
antenna cable

Velocity of propagation 82%

Impedance 50 ohms

Capacitance 81pF/m

8.2.4 SURGE ARRESTER

Table 5: Surge arrester specifications

Nominal discharge current In (8/20s) 10 kA

Dynamic residual voltage <600 V

Band width <4 Ghz

Impedance 50

Connector BNC

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8.3 INTERNAL OSCILLATOR

Table 6: Internal oscillator specifications

Drift (without external reference) < 0.1 ppm (107 )

The internal drift of the GPS clock is expressed in ppm. In the industry, the de facto standard for crystal
accuracy is 20 ppm, interpreted as plus or minus number ( 20 ppm). This mean that every 1 million seconds
there is a drift in the accuracy of more or less 20 seconds.

The RT431 drift is lower than 0.1 ppm. One million seconds corresponds to 11 days, 13 hours, 46 minutes
and 40 seconds. So our clock has a drift lower than 100 ms every million seconds.

This accuracy in ppm can also be expressed as a percentage: 0.1 / 1,000,000 = 0.00001%.

8.4 OUTPUTS

8.4.1 CONNECTORS
See figures bellow to refer to the connectors of RT431.

Figure 5: Connectors of RT431

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Table 7: RT431 connectors

Indicador Description

A AC or DC input

2 electrical outputs with TTL level screw connector, one of them insulated

B 1 open collector output

1 RS232 serial outpout

C Communication ports via Ethernet network

D Indicators of Power, Synchronization, Alarm and one reset button

E GPS antenna input

8.4.2 TTL LEVEL ELECTRICAL OUTPUTS

Table 8: Electrical outputs specifications

Number of Outputs 2

TTL Voltage Level 5 V dc

1
High Level > 4.8 V dc

2
Low Level < 0.2 V dc

Impedance > 10

Current 150 mA

Two outputs: 4 screws

Connectors
Two outputs: 2 BNC

Two electrical outputs are insulated, one with screws connector and the other with BNC connector.

1
Level above which the equipment recognizes as activated output.
2
Level below which the equipment recognizes as disabled output.

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8.4.3 OPEN COLLECTOR ELECTRICAL OUTPUTS

Table 9: Open callector outputs specifications

Number of Outputs 1

Maximum collector emetter voltage 400 V

Maximum current 300 mA

Connectors 4 screws

8.4.4 SERIAL PORT (RS232)

Table 10: RS232 serial port specifications

Number of Outputs 1

Signal Level RS232

Bitrate 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200 or 38400 bps

Databits 7 or 8

Stopbits 1 or 2

Parity nome, ever or odd

Connector DB9 (male), standard DTE

8.5 PRECISION TIME PROTOCOL PTP (IEEE 1588)

Table 11: PTP time synchhronization protocol specifications

UDP/IPv4 (Layer 3) (Multicast/Unicast)

Protocols
IEEE 802.3 (Layer 2) (Multicast)

Delay Compensation End-to-End (Multicast/Unicast)

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Peer-to-Peer (Multicast)

Profiles Standard, Power System

PTP Communication Port Ethernet Port 1

8.6 ETHERNET PORT

Table 12: Ethernet port specification

Transmission Rates 10/100 Mbps

Connector RJ45

NTP v2 (RFC 1119)

NTP v3 (RFC 1305)

NTP v4 (without RFC)

SNTP
Protocols Supported SMNP (v1, v2c and v3), including
MIB support.

IEEE 1588 PTP

IEEE 1588 PTP

HTTP, TCP/IP, UDP

8.7 ENVIRONMENT

Table 13: Environment specification

Operating temperature range -40C +55C (or 13F to +131F)

As tested per IEC 60068-2-1 -40C

As tested per IEC 60068-2-2 +85C

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Maximum operating altitude 2000 m (6560 ft)

Relative humidity 5 95%, non-condensing

Table 14: Enclosure Protection IEC 60529

Front, sides and rear IP20

8.8 TYPE TEST

Table 15: EMC tests were performed according to IEC 60255-26 referring to the following
standards

IEC 61000-4-2:2008 6 kV contact / 8 kV air

IEC 61000-4-3:2006 10 V/m

IEC 61000-4-4:2012 2 kV @ 5 kHz

Differential mode: 1 kV
IEC 61000-4-5:2005
Common mode: 2 kV

IEC 61000-4-6:2008 10 V

IEC 61000-4-8:2009 30 A/m continuos 300 A/m @ 1 s

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A.C. and D.C. voltage dips

Test level: 0% residual voltage
Duration time
A.C.: 1 cycle
D.C.: 16,6 ms
Test level: 40% residual voltage
Duration time

A.C.: 12 cycles

D.C.: 200ms
IEC 61000-4-11:2004
IEC 61000-4-29:2000 Test level: 70% residual voltage
Duration time

A.C.: 30 cycles

D.C.:500 ms

A.C. and D.C. voltage interruptions

Test level: 0% residual voltage
Duration time

A.C.: 300 cycles

D.C.: 5 s

Test level: 15% of rated DC value

IEC 61000-4-17:1999
Test frequency: 120 Hz, sinusoidal waveform.

Voltage oscillation frequency: 1 MHz

IEC 61000-4-18:2006 Differential mode: 1 kV peak voltage;

Common mode: 2.5 kV peak voltage

Shut-down ramp: 60 s

Gradual Startup Power off: 5 m

Start-up ramp: 60 s

Radiated emission

Limits:
CISPR11:2009
30 to 230 MHz 50 dB (V/m) quasi peak at 3 m

230 to 1000 MHz 57 dB (V/m) quasi peak at 3 m

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Radiated emission

The definition of the limit frequency is based on the maximum internal frequency
of the equipment. On RT431, the maximum internal frequency is 100 MHz. For
this case, the levels of CISPR 11 satisfy the normative IEC 60255-26.
CISPR22:2008 Conducted emission

Limits:

0.15 to 0.50 MHz - 79dB (V) quasi peak; 66 dB (V) average

0.5 to 30 MHz - 73dB (V) quasi peak; 60 dB (V) average

Table 16: Safety tests

Safety IEC 61010-1

Inpulse: -5 kV

IEC 60255-5 Dielectric withstand: -3.3 kV dc

Insulation: > 100 M

Table 17: Environmental tests

IEC 60068-2-1 -40C, 16 hours (Cold)

IEC 60068-2-2 +85C, 16 hours (Dry heat)

IEC 60068-2-30 95% no condensation, +55C (Damp heat)

IEC 60068-2-14 -40C to +85C / 9 hours / 2 cycles (Change of temperature)

IEC 60255-21-1 Class 2 (Vibration)

IEC 60255-21-2 Class 1 (Shock)

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8.9 DIMENSIONS, WEIGHT

Table 18: Dimensions and weight specification for RT431

Height 105 mm (4.1 in)

Width (bory) 117 mm (4.6 in)

Depth 51 mm (2 in)

Weight 1 kg (2.2 lbs)

RT431 dimensions are shown bellow.

Figure 6: RT431 Dimensions

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