SIST IEC 60870-1-1:1997
(Main)Telecontrol equipment and systems. Part 1: General considerations. Section One: General principles
Telecontrol equipment and systems. Part 1: General considerations. Section One: General principles
Specifies classes for environmental conditions under which telecontrol equipment has to operate. Gives an overall view of the functional elements contributing to basic structures and to the choice of telecontrol system configurations. It deals with functions which are typical for any process to be monitored and controlled but emphasizes the specific problems which characterize geographically widespread processes, such as the dominant influence of telecommunications links with restricted bandwidth and often low signal-to-noise ratio. However, this report serves only as an introduction to the detailed standards and recommendations laid down in Parts 2-5 of IEC 60870.
Matériels et systčmes de téléconduite. Premičre partie: Considérations générales. Section un: Principes généraux
Donne une vue d'ensemble des éléments fonctionnels qui sont utilisés dans les structures de base et contribuent au choix des configurations possibles des systèmes de téléconduite. Traite des fonctions typiques de la surveillance et de la conduite de tout processus, mais met particulièrement l'accent sur les problèmes spécifiques caractéristiques de processus géographiquement dispersés (et en particulier l'influence dominante de liaisons de télécommunication présentant une largeur de bande réduite et souvent un rapport signal sur bruit faible). Cependant, sert uniquement d'introduction aux normes détaillées et aux recommandations figurant dans les parties 2 à 5 de la CEI 60870. Cette publication a le statut d'un rapport.
Telecontrol equipment and systems - Part 1: General considerations - Section One - General principles
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 31-Jul-1997
- Technical Committee
- PSE - Power systems management
- Current Stage
- 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
- Start Date
- 01-Aug-1997
- Due Date
- 01-Aug-1997
- Completion Date
- 01-Aug-1997
Overview
SIST IEC 60870-1-1:1997 is a crucial international standard issued by the Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo (SIST) that defines the general principles and considerations for telecontrol equipment and systems. Focused on Part 1, Section One, this document provides guidance on environmental classes under which telecontrol equipment must operate, as well as an overview of functional elements and system configurations. The standard emphasizes the specific challenges associated with geographically distributed telecontrol systems, particularly the influence of telecommunications links that may have restricted bandwidth or low signal-to-noise ratios. Importantly, SIS IEC 60870-1-1:1997 serves as an introductory framework for more detailed requirements found in subsequent parts of the IEC 60870 series.
Key Topics
- Environmental Condition Classes: The standard defines different classes of environmental conditions necessary for telecontrol system reliability and longevity.
- Functional Elements Overview: It outlines essential components forming the basic architecture of telecontrol systems.
- Telecontrol System Configuration: Guidance is provided on choosing appropriate telecontrol configurations, accounting for specific operational needs.
- Telecommunication Challenges: Addresses the unique issues faced by wide area telecontrol, focusing on limitations such as restricted bandwidth and potential interference.
- Process Monitoring and Control: Explores functions typical to any monitoring and control process, highlighting solutions for large-scale, distributed operations.
Applications
SIST IEC 60870-1-1:1997 is valuable for a variety of industrial and infrastructure sectors that rely on robust telecontrol and telemetering systems, including:
- Power Utilities: Ensuring reliable remote monitoring and control of substations, transmission lines, and distribution networks.
- Water Management: Facilitating remote supervision and automation of water treatment plants, pumping stations, and distribution systems.
- Oil and Gas: Providing efficient control and monitoring of pipeline operations and other geographically extensive installations.
- Transportation: Supporting telecontrol operations in railways, traffic management, and public transportation networks.
- Industrial Automation: Laying the foundation for process industries to implement secure and resilient automated control systems over large areas.
By following the general principles outlined in this standard, organizations can:
- Achieve higher reliability of telecontrol infrastructure in challenging environments.
- Select system configurations tailored to specific operational and environmental requirements.
- Prepare for integration with more detailed standards within the IEC 60870 series.
Related Standards
The SIST IEC 60870-1-1:1997 acts as a foundational document, introducing concepts and principles that are further developed in subsequent parts of the IEC 60870 standard series. Related standards include:
- IEC 60870-2 Series: Detailed environmental requirements and performance tests for telecontrol equipment.
- IEC 60870-3 Series: Defines protocols and interfaces for telecontrol data communication.
- IEC 60870-4 Series: Recommendations for the organization and basic structure of telecontrol systems.
- IEC 60870-5 Series: Application-layer protocol specifications for telecontrol telecommunication systems.
Other related areas include standards for remote control, data acquisition, and telemetry in industrial and infrastructure applications.
Practical Value
Implementing the guidelines and environmental classes defined in SIST IEC 60870-1-1:1997 ensures that telecontrol systems are designed for durability, interoperability, and efficient operation, even under harsh environmental or challenging telecommunication circumstances. This standard is an essential resource for engineers, system integrators, and technical managers responsible for the deployment and maintenance of mission-critical control systems across geographically widespread operations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
SIST IEC 60870-1-1:1997 is a standard published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Telecontrol equipment and systems. Part 1: General considerations. Section One: General principles". This standard covers: Specifies classes for environmental conditions under which telecontrol equipment has to operate. Gives an overall view of the functional elements contributing to basic structures and to the choice of telecontrol system configurations. It deals with functions which are typical for any process to be monitored and controlled but emphasizes the specific problems which characterize geographically widespread processes, such as the dominant influence of telecommunications links with restricted bandwidth and often low signal-to-noise ratio. However, this report serves only as an introduction to the detailed standards and recommendations laid down in Parts 2-5 of IEC 60870.
Specifies classes for environmental conditions under which telecontrol equipment has to operate. Gives an overall view of the functional elements contributing to basic structures and to the choice of telecontrol system configurations. It deals with functions which are typical for any process to be monitored and controlled but emphasizes the specific problems which characterize geographically widespread processes, such as the dominant influence of telecommunications links with restricted bandwidth and often low signal-to-noise ratio. However, this report serves only as an introduction to the detailed standards and recommendations laid down in Parts 2-5 of IEC 60870.
SIST IEC 60870-1-1:1997 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 33.200 - Telecontrol. Telemetering. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
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Standards Content (Sample)
SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-avgust-1997
Telecontrol equipment and systems - Part 1: General considerations - Section One
- General principles
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33.200 Daljinsko krmiljenje, daljinske Telecontrol. Telemetering
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2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
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