GE Vernova - Distance Protection Technical Manual - Hardware Version Q - Firmware Version AB

Nov 4, 2026

Technical manual for a GE Vernova distance protection product, providing guidance on installation, configuration, commissioning, and maintenance within defined design limits. Includes legal and content ownership statements, user responsibility and safety disclaimers, and instructions on securing networks against cyber-security intrusions. The document structures information into major sections covering introduction, safety information, hardware design, software design, and system configuration, with detailed subtopics for functions, architecture, interfaces, and operational setup.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryTechnology

FormatPDF

Pages934

Reading Time39 h 14 min

AccessFree to download

Chapter 1 Introduction

Chapter 1.1 Chapter Overview

Chapter 1.2 Foreword

1.2.1 Target Audience

1.2.2 Typographical Conventions

1.2.3 Nomenclature

1.2.4 Compliance

1.3 Product Scope

1.4 Features and Functions

1.5 Logic Diagrams

1.6 Functional Overview

Chapter 2 Safety Information

Chapter 2.1 Chapter Overview

2.2 Health and Safety

2.3 Symbols

2.4 Installation, Commissioning and Servicing

2.5 Decommissioning and Disposal

2.6 Regulatory Compliance

Chapter 3 Hardware Design

Chapter 3.1 Chapter Overview

3.2 Hardware Architecture

3.3 Mechanical Implementation

3.4 Front Panel

3.5 Rear Panel

3.6 Boards and Modules

Chapter 4 Software Design

Chapter 4.1 Chapter Overview

4.2 Sofware Design Overview

4.3 System Level Software

4.4 Platform Software

4.5 Protection and Control Functions

Chapter 5 Configuration

5.1 Chapter Overview

5.2 Settings Application Software

5.3 Using the HMI Panel

GE Vernova 0L&20 3􀀗􀀓 $JLOH 􀀘WK *HQHUDWLRQ 3􀀗􀀗 7HFKQLFDO 0DQXDO 'LVWDQFH 3URWHFWLRQ ,(' Hardware Version: Q Firmware Version: AB Publication Reference: P44-TM-EN-2 Copyright statement Copyright © 2024 GE Vernova. All rights reserved. FlexLogic, FlexElement, FlexCurve, FlexAnalog, FlexInteger, FlexState, EnerVista, EnerVista Launchpad, and EnerVista D&I Setup software, CyberSentry, HardFiber, Universal Relay, Multilin, Multilin Agile, and GE Multilin are trademarks or registered trademarks of GE Vernova. The contents of this manual are the property of GE Vernova. This documentation is furnished on license and may not be reproduced in whole or in part without the permission of GE Vernova. The content of this manual is for informational use only and is subject to change without notice. Disclaimer It is the responsibility of the user to verify and validate the suitability of all GE Vernova Grid Automation products. This equipment must be used within its design limits. The proper application including the configuration and setting of this product to suit the power system assets is the responsibility of the user, who is also required to ensure that all local or regional safety guidelines are adhered to. Incorrect application of this product could risk damage to property/the environment, personal injuries or fatalities and shall be the sole responsibility of the person/entity applying and qualifying the product for use. The content of this document has been developed to provide guidance to properly install, configure and maintain this product for its intended applications. This guidance is not intended to cover every possible contingency that may arise during commissioning, operation, service, or maintenance activities. Should you encounter any circumstances not clearly addressed in this document, contact your local GE Vernova service site. The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice. IT IS THE SOLE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE USER TO SECURE THEIR NETWORK AND ASSOCIATED DEVICES AGAINST CYBER SECURITY INTRUSIONS OR ATTACKS. GE VERNOVA AND ITS AFFILIATES ARE NOT LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES AND/OR LOSSES ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO SUCH SECURITY INTRUSION OR ATTACKS. Contents Chapter 1 Introduction 1 1.1 Chapter Overview 2 1.2 Foreword 3 1.2.1 Target Audience 3 1.2.2 Typographical Conventions 3 1.2.3 Nomenclature 4 1.2.4 Compliance 4 1.3 Product Scope 5 1.3.1 Product Versions 5 1.3.2 Ordering Options 5 1.4 Features and Functions 6 1.4.1 Distance Protection Functions 6 1.4.2 Protection Functions 6 1.4.3 Control Functions 7 1.4.4 Measurement Functions 7 1.4.5 Communication Functions 8 1.5 Logic Diagrams 9 1.6 Functional Overview 11 1.7 Functional Overview 12 1.8 Functional Overview 13 Chapter 2 Safety Information 15 2.1 Chapter Overview 16 2.2 Health and Safety 17 2.3 Symbols 18 2.4 Installation, Commissioning and Servicing 19 2.4.1 Lifting Hazards 19 2.4.2 Electrical Hazards 19 2.4.3 UL/CSA/CUL Requirements 20 2.4.4 Fusing Requirements 20 2.4.5 Equipment Connections 21 2.4.6 Protection Class 1 Equipment Requirements 21 2.4.7 Pre-energisation Checklist 22 2.4.8 Peripheral Circuitry 22 2.4.9 Upgrading/Servicing 24 2.5 Decommissioning and Disposal 25 2.6 Regulatory Compliance 26 2.6.1 EMC Compliance: 2014/30/EU 26 2.6.2 LVD Compliance: 2014/35/EU 26 2.6.3 R&TTE Compliance: 2014/53/EU 26 2.6.4 UL/CUL Compliance 26 Chapter 3 Hardware Design 27 3.1 Chapter Overview 28 3.2 Hardware Architecture 29 3.2.1 Coprocessor Hardware Architecture 29 3.3 Mechanical Implementation 31 3.3.1 Housing Variants 31 3.3.2 List of Boards 32 3.4 Front Panel 33 3.4.1 Front Panel Compartments 33 3.4.2 HMI Panel 33 3.4.3 Keypad 34 3.4.4 USB Port 35 3.4.5 Fixed Function LEDs 35 3.4.6 Function Keys 36 3.4.7 Programable LEDs 36 3.5 Rear Panel 37 3.5.1 Terminal Block Ingress Protection 38 3.6 Boards and

FAQs

What is the user’s responsibility regarding suitability and safe use of the product?

The user must verify and validate that all GE Vernova Grid Automation products are suitable for the intended power system assets and must ensure configuration and settings match the application. The user is also responsible for adhering to local or regional safety guidelines.

What does the manual require regarding cyber security?

The user must secure their network and associated devices against cyber security intrusions or attacks. GE Vernova and its affiliates are not liable for damages or losses related to such security intrusions or attacks.

Which main topics are covered in the manual’s structure?

The document is organized into chapters for introduction, safety information, hardware design, software design, and configuration. Each chapter includes detailed sub-sections such as product scope, functions, safety measures, architecture, and HMI usage.

Nov 4, 2026

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