Quick Start Guide (113/135 ADR) Series
Applies to onsite installation of GRIDlink 113, 135 series.
Prior to arriving at the job site..
Sign Up for GRIDview
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Notify Support via email (support@gridlinktechnologies.com) that you wish to be added to a GRIDview account.
Schedule Support
If this is your first installation, it is important to contact support to schedule a time for us to be available to answer any questions that may arise during the installation.
Schedule through: support@gridlinktechnologies.com
Include a return phone number.
Pre-Installation Test GRIDlink
It is always recommended to power up the GRIDlink and connect to the Internet on a known network like your home or office before installation. See Pre-Installation procedure.
Time spent here will save hours at the job site.
Contact the IT Manager
When planning to utilize a corporate Local Area Network for the Internet connection, it is essential to reach out to the IT Manager prior to your arrival at the job site. Ensure that the GRIDlink ADR is configured to function as a DHCP client on the network by sending a detailed letter outlining your requirements. Please refer to the section titled "Letter to IT Manager" for guidance.
Easy 3 Step Installation
After you have mounted your GRIDlink ADR either on a DIN rail or surface mount using the 2 mounting screw holes provided it is then a simple 3 step process.
1. Connect your load shed relays.
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- Most Utilities use the HIGH relay for load shedding. Terminals: (-) 18 (+) 8
- MODERATE was created for a second tier lesser load shed but is not always used so it is optional. Terminals: (-) 18 (+) 37
- PENDING (also optional) can be used to notify personnel that an Event is coming. The relay can be wired to a beacon for example. Terminals: (-) 18 (+) 7
You have 2 methods available to test the relay connections:
2. Connect 10-30VDC regulated power to terminals 24 & 25.
You should see the PWR LED illuminate. If you have a GRIDlink assembled in an enclosure then this should already been wired and all that is needed is to wire the AC to the power supply.
3. Connect to the LAN
Network Connection
Use an Ethernet cable to connect the GRIDlink ADR to the network.
Caution, there are 2 RJ45 ports on top of the controller. The one one the right is the Ethernet port.
Immediately see the Ethernet 100 and ACT LEDs illuminate. This is an indication that the cable is good,it is seated properly in the port and it is connected to a network.
GRIDlink supports DHCP so it will obtain it’s IP address automatically from the network. After about 2 minutes, the PWR LED is solid and not flashing. If blinking then the GRIDlink was not able to obtain an IP address.
If the GRIDlink has been left on for several hours without an Ethernet cable connection it probably has not been able to acquire an IP address, it may need to be power cycled.
4. DO4 Indicates When Connected to the VTN
Internet Connectivity
If the local network permits, the GRIDlink will seamlessly connect to the VTN within just 2 to 3 minutes after obtaining an IP address from the local DHCP server.
Upon successful connection, the DO4 LED will illuminate, signaling that everything is functioning perfectly. The GRIDlink should also be online in GRIDview Geo.
You’re finished!
If an IP address is obtained and the DO4 LED remains off, there is a firewall issue.
Connecting to the Utility Server after Installation
GRIDlink is conveniently provided with a test account for the Utility’s server, eliminating the need for any configuration before installation. This connection is designed to verify functionality. Please note that no test events will be transmitted from this account. Once you receive the server connection details from the Utility, you can easily load them through GRIDview at any time. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to our support team.