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Rear Serial Termination Assembly
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Table of Contents
About this Document.....................................................................................................................................................6
Purpose ......................................................................................................................................................................6
Intended Audience ....................................................................................................................................................6
Additional Documentation ........................................................................................................................................6
Safety Words and Definitions ....................................................................................................................................6
Product Support ............................................................................................................................................................7
Access the GE Grid Solutions Website .......................................................................................................................7
Search GE Grid Solutions Technical Support Library .................................................................................................7
Contact GE Grid Solutions Technical Support ............................................................................................................7
GE Grid Solutions Address .........................................................................................................................................8
Product Returns .........................................................................................................................................................8
MCP Rear Serial Termination Assembly (528-1006LF) ........................................................................9
Description.................................................................................................................................................................9
Kit Contents ...............................................................................................................................................................9
Installation .......................................................................................................................................... 10
Modification Record ....................................................................................................................................................14
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Figures
Figure 1: MCP Rear Serial Termination Assembly - Installed View ................................................................................9
Figure 2: MCP Rear Serial Termination Assembly - Rear View ....................................................................................10
Figure 3: MCP Rear Serial Termination Assembly - RJ45 Cables Assignment ..............................................................11
Figure 4: Pin 4 Configuration .......................................................................................................................................11
Figure 5: D-Sub 9M Pin Numbering .............................................................................................................................13
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Tables
Table 1: Pin 4 Switch Position for Ports 1 2 3 5 6 7......................................................................................................12
Table 2: Pin 4 Switch Position for Ports 4 and 8 ..........................................................................................................12
Table 3: D-Sub 9M Pin Outs for Serial Port Signals ......................................................................................................13
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About this Document
This document describes the Rear Serial Termination Assembly (528-1006LF) for Multifunction Controller Platform
(MCP) devices.
Purpose
This document provides guidelines on how to install and setup the MCP Rear Serial Termination Assembly
(528-1006LF).
Intended Audience
This document is intended for use by field technicians and maintenance personnel who are responsible for the
installation, wiring and maintenance of Multifunction Controller Platform (MCP) devices. This document assumes
that the user is experienced in:
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Electrical utility applications
Electrical wiring and safety procedures
Related other manufacturers’ products, such as protective relays and communications equipment
Additional Documentation
For further information about the MCP Rear Serial Termination Assembly, refer to the following documents:
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994-0152 G500 Substation Gateway Instruction Manual
SWM0106 G500 Quick Guide
SWM0101 MCP Software Configuration Guide
Safety Words and Definitions
Before attempting to install or use the device, review all safety indicators in this document to help prevent injury,
equipment damage or downtime.
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Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate
injury.
Indicates practices that are not related to personal injury.
Important information about the product, product handling which must be given attention.
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Product Support
If you need help with any aspect of your MCP Rear Serial Termination Assembly, you can:
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Access the MCP website
Search the GE Technical Support library
Contact Technical Support
Also covered are:
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The GE Grid Solutions address
Instructions on returning a MCP Rear Serial Termination Assembly
Access the GE Grid Solutions Website
To access the website, visit the link: https://www.gegridsolutions.com/
You can access technical information like manuals, release notes and knowledge-based topics.
Search GE Grid Solutions Technical Support Library
This site serves as a document repository for post-sales requests. To get access to the Technical Support website,
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International customers, call: + 1 905-927-7070
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Product number / Serial number
Description of problem
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Termination Assembly
(528-1006LF)
This chapter provides safety guidelines, detailed installation instructions and setup information for installing the
MCP Rear Serial Termination Assembly (528-1006LF).
Description
The Multifunction Control Platform (MCP) Rear Serial Termination Assembly is intended to help bridge between
the MCP’s space saving Modular 8P8C (referred to as RJ45) connectors and legacy D-Sub miniature 9 position
connectors. This is intended for use with the 8 internal serial ports. The MCP Rear Serial Termination assembly
provides switch selectable options of passing through the IRIG-B output signal or none, or for the ports 4 and 8,
optional +12V 0.5A power. The default position of the switches is in No Connect (NC) position. This assembly will
bolt on the rear of the MCP chassis without obstructing access to adjacent ports.
Figure 1: MCP Rear Serial Termination Assembly - Installed View
Kit Contents
Read this manual carefully before you unpack or install the MCP Rear Serial Termination Assembly. Visually inspect
the packaging to ensure that it has not sustained any visible damage during transit. If you find any visible signs of
damage, report it immediately to the carrier.
Carefully remove the package content and check the listed items:
1.
MCP Rear Serial Termination assembly (528-1006LF) [quantity 1].
2.
Cable assemblies:
3.
a.
3.0-inch RJ45 flat shielded interconnect cable (977-0563/3) [quantity 4].
b.
2.5-inch RJ45 flat shielded interconnect cable (977-0564/2.5) [quantity 4].
Mounting hardware:
a.
M4x12 screw [quantity 4].
b.
M4 split lock washer [quantity 4].
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1.
Ensure that you are sufficiently grounded to prevent any Electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage to the MCP
assembly or other components.
2.
Before you proceed, turn off the power to the MCP unit and confirm the unit is de-energized.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. To prevent an electrical shock, turn off the power to the MCP unit
before installing or servicing the unit.
3.
The MCP Rear Serial Termination Assembly will be installed on the rear of the chassis as shown in the Figure 2
below. Locate the 4 pre-tapped M4 screw holes in the aluminum heatsink on the rear of the MCP chassis.
Position the Rear Serial Termination Assembly such that the eight RJ45 connectors are adjacent to the eight
built-in serial ports on the MCP chassis.
The MCP Rear Serial Termination Assembly is to be used with the MCP built-in serial ports
and not intended to be used with expansion serial ports.
Figure 2: MCP Rear Serial Termination Assembly - Rear View
4.
Install the MCP Rear Serial Termination Assembly using the hardware provided in the kit. Insert the M4 screw
and split washer through the mounting holes in the assembly and into the pre-threaded holes in the MCP
chassis.
Split washer must be used to ensure the assembly does not loosen over time due to
vibration.
5.
Tighten all four M4 screws to a torque of 20 in-lb [2.26 Nm] using a Philips head screwdriver.
Ensure the screw is properly aligned with the threaded hole in the chassis and do not over
tightening the M4 screw. Cross-threading or over-torquing will damage the pre-thread holes in the MCP
extrusion and damaging the chassis.
6.
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Connect ports 1 through 4 using the short RJ45 cables. For the INNER ports labeled 1 through 4, connect one
end of the shorter (2.5-inch) RJ45 flat cables to the inner built-in serial ports on the MCP. Connect the other
end to the inner serial ports on the Rear Serial Termination Assembly.
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7.
Connect ports 5 through 8 using the long RJ45 cables. For the OUTER ports labeled 5 through 8, connect one
end of the longer (3.0-inch) RJ45 flat cables to the outer built-in serial ports on the MCP. Connect the other
end to the outer serial ports on the Rear Serial Termination Assembly.
There are two different sets of cables included with this assembly, four 2.5-inch RJ45 cables
and four 3.0-inch RJ45 cables. These two sets of cables are not inter-changeable, they differ in length and
terminations.
Figure 3: MCP Rear Serial Termination Assembly - RJ45 Cables Assignment
8.
Set Pin 4 configuration for each serial port as required.
Pin 4 on the serial port can be independently configured using the switches adjacent to each port.
Figure 4: Pin 4 Configuration
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9.
Pin 4 on the ports 1, 2, 3, 5, 6 and 7 can be configured for both IRIG-B and No Connection (NC) switches.
Table 1: Pin 4 Switch Position for Ports 1 2 3 5 6 7
Switch Positions
UP
Down
Port 1/Switch 1
IRIG-B
NC
Port 2/Switch 2
IRIG-B
NC
Port 3/Switch 3
IRIG-B
NC
Port 5/Switch 5
IRIG-B
NC
Port 6/Switch 6
IRIG-B
NC
Port 7/Switch 7
IRIG-B
NC
Pin 4 on ports 4 and 8 can be configured for IRIG-B or NC or VCC (Voltage Common Collector).
Pin 4 VCC option is only available on ports 4 and 8.
Table 2: Pin 4 Switch Position for Ports 4 and 8
Switch Positions
UP
12
Middle
Down
Port 4/Switch 4
IRIG-B
NC
VCC
Port 8/Switch 8
IRIG-B
NC
VCC
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10. Visual inspect and confirm if the Rear Serial Termination Assembly is securely fastened to the MCP chassis and
all cables are properly seated.
Verify all the switches are configured as required for each port.
Table 3: D-Sub 9M Pin Outs for Serial Port Signals
DB9
PIN NO.
RS-232 Mode Signal
Description
RS-232 Mode
Name
RS-485 4-Wire
Mode Name
RS-485 2-Wire
Mode Name
1
Data Carrier Detect
DCD
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-
2
Receive Data
Rx
Rx-
D-
3
Transmit Data
Tx
Tx-
-
4
Selectable NC/IRIG-B TTL/
+12V @ 0.5 A
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*
*
5
Signal Common
GND
GND
GND
6
Not Connected
-
-
-
7
Request To Send
RTS
Tx+
-
8
Clear To Send
CTS
Rx+
D+
9
Not Connected
-
-
-
Figure 5: D-Sub 9M Pin Numbering
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Modification Record
Version
Revision
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Date
31st Aug, 2021
Change Description
Initial release
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