ASE 2000 Version 2 Test Set Webinar

Introduction

• Presenter: Larry Price, Field Engineer and Sales Engineer
• Host: Stern Jose, Applied Systems Engineering Office
• Experience of Presenter: 25 years in network communication, industrial SCADA environments, technical training

Background on ASE

• Founded in 1982
• Began consulting in industrial and electric utility industries
• First protocol test set in 1989 (DOS-based)
• Supports around 100 protocols
• Acquired by Calcutech in 2014

Version 2 Upgrade Benefits

New Features

• Task-Based Operation Mode: Simplifies testing options
• RTU Simulation: User-friendly environment for point simulation, error conditions, enhanced monitoring
• Flexible Display: Custom data sets and enhanced user interface
• Protocol Grouping: Test tasks grouped per protocol
• User-Friendly: No need for extensive protocol expertise, pre-populated tasks
• Message Formatting: Automatic definition for sending, viewing, and monitoring responses

RTU Simulation Enhancements

• Link Control Actions to Inputs: Improved validation and verification
• Live Point Simulation: Real-time testing with master station
• Action Triggers and Logging: Ability to write to log files
• Diverse Values: Support for digital, analog, and counter values

Enhanced Monitoring Options

• Flexible Layouts: Customizable screens
• Message Filtering: Target specific messages and elements
• Combined Line Monitor View: Raw and interpreted data side-by-side

Compatibility and Support

• Supported Systems: Windows Vista to Windows 10
• Capabilities: Master and outstation simulation, supports RS-232 and Ethernet TCP
• Protocols: Standard and legacy protocols, worldwide use

Hardware Licensing

• USB BCOM: Necessary for certain legacy protocols, supports RS-232
• USB Dongle: Alternative, easier for purely Ethernet-based testing
• Interchangeable Licenses: Shareable among users

Additional File Import/Export Options

• MONOX File Capture: Save communication exchanges
• CSV Point Lists: Edit and share
• Wireshark File Import: Parse TCP/IP data for SCADA environments
• Third-Party Data Import/Export: Supported
• Script Editor: Custom and pre-defined scripts

Live Demonstration

• Initial Setup: Configuration of RTU parameters, task mode & mode of operation, point list view, message filter
• Simulation Controls: Master simulation, RTU simulation, monitoring, remote monitoring (RM)
• File Captures: Define, save, and export captured communications
• Display Enhancements: Custom point list views, message filters, and logs
• Script Operations: Importing, running, and saving scripts (e.g., DNP3 certification)

Version 2 vs. Version 1

• Simplified Task Groups: Pre-populated options, less setup time
• Flexibility: Preferences for displays and point simulations
• Combined Line View: More efficient for troubleshooting
• Usability: Better user interface, efficient for field service engineers

Questions and Answers

Key Points

• Scenario Use Cases: Task mode for singular tasks, exchange mode for multiple RTUs
• Hardware Requirement: No new hardware needed, existing can be upgraded
• DNP3 Certification: Supported, predefined and custom scripts
• Multiple Tasks: Task mode for singular; exchange mode for sequencing

Conclusion

• Free Download: Version 2 available for evaluation
• Training Availability: Contact ASE for classes
• Support Warranty: One year, access to updates