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Remote Monitoring Systems

Generator Control Modules

There are various control modules used in generators. Depending on the features of the module, different communication ports are available. Some modules support monitoring only up to 10 meters, while others enable remote monitoring. At this point, the communication capabilities of the control module are of great importance. The communication features and external communication modules listed below may vary depending on the brand of the control module used.

Generator Monitoring Methods

Generator monitoring is classified into three categories:

Single Generator Monitoring

  • Wired monitoring up to 10 meters from the generator (RS232 Protocol – The monitoring computer must have an RS-232 port. If not, an RS232-to-USB converter will be required.)
  • Wired monitoring up to 100 meters from the generator (RS-485 Communication Protocol – An RS485-to-USB converter is required near the monitoring computer.)
  • Wireless remote access via GSM modem (Both the control module and the monitoring computer must have a GSM modem.)
  • Monitoring via Ethernet connection (Supports wired monitoring up to 100 meters or remote monitoring via Ethernet network.)
  • Sending SMS to a mobile phone in case of a fault via GSM modem.

Multiple Generator Monitoring

  • This method involves monitoring multiple single generators purchased by the customer via custom web software over a regional map, provided the control modules support it. (All generator parameters can be accessed, parameters can be changed, generators can be started/stopped, synchronized or de-synchronized.)
  • Monitoring multiple synchronized generators supplying a system on a single screen via Ethernet, GSM modem, or wired up to 100 meters. (All generator parameters can be accessed, parameters can be changed, generators can be started/stopped, synchronized or de-synchronized.)
  • Monitoring multiple synchronized generators supplying a system one by one via RS-485 protocol. (All generator parameters can be accessed, parameters can be changed, generators can be started/stopped, synchronized or de-synchronized.)

Single or Multiple Generator Monitoring

  • Monitoring a single or multiple generator(s) by transferring data via Modbus RS-485 or Modbus TCP to a Windows-based SCADA system.