Chapter 1: Introduction; Foreword; Target Audience; Nomenclature - GE RPV311 Technical Manual

RPV311
Distributed Multifunction Fault Recorder

Chapter 1: Introduction

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Foreword

1.1

Target Audience

1.2

Nomenclature

This chapter provides some general information about the technical manual and an
introduction to the device(s) described in this technical manual.
This technical manual provides a functional and technical description of Alstom
Grid's Reason RPV311, as well as a comprehensive set of instructions for using the
device. The level at which this manual is written assumes that you are already
familiar with protection engineering and have experience in this discipline. The
description of principles and theory is limited to that which is necessary to
understand the product..
We have attempted to make this manual as accurate, comprehensive and user-
friendly as possible. However we cannot guarantee that it is free from errors. Nor can
we state that it cannot be improved. We would therefore be very pleased to hear
from you if you discover any errors, or have any suggestions for improvement. Our
policy is to provide the information necessary to help you safely specify, engineer,
install, commission, maintain, and eventually dispose of this product. We consider
that this manual provides the necessary information, but if you consider that more
details are needed, please contact us.
All feedback should be sent to our contact centre via the following URL:
http://www.gegridsolutions.com/alstomenergy/grid/grid/contactcentre
This manual is aimed towards all professionals charged with installing,
commissioning, maintaining, troubleshooting, or operating any of the products within
the specified product range. This includes installation and commissioning personnel
as well as engineers who will be responsible for operating the product.
The level at which this manual is written assumes that installation and
commissioning engineers have knowledge of handling electronic equipment. Also,
system and protection engineers have a thorough knowledge of protection systems
and associated equipment.
Due to the technical nature of this manual, many special terms, abbreviations and
acronyms are used throughout the manual. Some of these terms are well-known
industry-specific terms while others may be special product-specific terms used by
Alstom Grid. The first instance of any acronym or term used in a particular chapter is
explained. In addition, a separate glossary is available on the Alstom website, or from
the Alstom contact centre.