Troubleshooting communication issues with free AQwire software

Troubleshooting communication issues with free AQwire software

Arcteq Relays has released a new free software for testing communication protocols. AQwire is able to read all the signals reported by relay. This includes measurements, trip signals, logical signals and breaker statuses. Every communication protocols supported by AQ-200 series are also supported by the AQwire software: IEC61850, Modbus, IEC101, IEC103, IEC104, SPA and DNP3. The software and its user manual are downloadable at www.arcteq.fi/downloads . Downloading the software requires logging into the website. 

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