Viewing Active Alarms/Events; Configuring The Alarm Signal - GE MDS SD Series Reference Manual

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Viewing Active Alarms/Events

The Alarms/Events Menu (Figure 77) may be used to view all alarms
and events that have been logged by the transceiver. This screen shows
a summary of current alarms, and allows options for what alarms, con-
ditions, and events will be shown. In addition, the alarm output signal
status is displayed, along with the hexadecimal code for active alarms.
More information on this menu and related screens is provided in the
section titled "Statistics /Events Menu" on Page 39.
Figure 73. Alarms/Events Menu

Configuring the Alarm Signal

The Alarm Signal Configuration Menu (Figure 74) is used to set several
parameters related to alarm behavior. These settings are intended mainly
for use in redundant systems or in systems where alarms are processed
by external equipment. Proper alarm signal configuration ensures that
the desired actions take place (i.e., switchover to an alternate trans-
ceiver, alarm notifications, automated logging of alarms by external
equipment, etc.)
This parameter may set to either
means that Pin 6 on the
alarm exists. (This is the default behavior.) An active low means that Pin
6 on the port will output a low DC signal when an alarm exists.
COM2
To change the setting, proceed as follows:
1. Select
Alarm Signal Sense
in the field to the right of the item.
2. Press the spacebar to select either
key to apply the setting.
ENTER
Invisible place holder
or
Active High
port will output a high DC signal when an
COM2
from the menu. A flashing cursor appears
Active High
. An active high
Active Low
or . Press the
Active Low
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