Device Management Software

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1 Device Management Software Seamless Connectivity and Integration The Premier Solution For Electric Utilities

2 WATT-Net EX PRESS WATT-Net EX PRESS WATT-Net Express An In-depth Look At WATT-Net Express Advanced Features And Capabilities Introducing WATT-Net Express (WNE) the premier asset and smart grid device management database software solution for electric utilities. WATT-Net Express is an innovative, industry-targeted solution with a unique testing approach that is full featured and highly configurable to meet your business process requirements. Watthour Engineering Company, Inc. (WECO), a Radian Research Inc. company, located in Pearl, Mississippi, presents WATT-Net Express the most comprehensive device management software package available that offers powerful functionality and ease of use, specifically designed for the metering industry. WATT-Net Express is the evolution of the WECO industry de facto standard, WATT-Net shop automation and data management software. Building on the WATT-Net legacy of over 900 customers worldwide, WATT-Net Express expands the software to an enterprise level with additional advanced features and capabilities. WATT-Net Express Advanced Features: True Device Configuration Management True device configuration management integration is needed for the utility enterprise. Piecing information from specific traditional utility departmental software packages is not effective reliable management. WATT-Net Express is the first software providing comprehensive firmware version and test tracking for all AMI device configurations. WNE documents meter configuration as soon as it is entered into the system through its full life cycle of multiple firmware, software architecture changes, and test cycles. Any device configuration can be tested and verified with full test details captured for future reference with the WECO 4000 series test equipment. Device Management Software

3 WATT-Net EX PRESS Advanced AMI Testing and Configuration Functionality Legacy meter record systems were not designed to support the extended testing functionality of AMI Devices. As a workaround, utilities have been forced to use the conventional accuracy test points of Full Load, Light Load, and Power Factor for devices that require extended test functionality. WNE is the first meter test automation system to address full AMI configuration and test procedures. Using the WECO patented Dynamic Sequence and Test Processing, it is now possible to configure a device to meet specific AMI metering requirements and verify the configuration under those test conditions by using WECO s 4000 series test equipment. WNE supports all 4000 series test functionality, providing detailed history of any test requirements needed. WNE can capture any conventional KWH Test, as well as Demand Test, 4 Quadrant Test, Harmonic Test Accuracy, or Disconnect Test configurations under load. WNE will then archive these test details for future reference as a part of the device history and can share part or all of this information with other systems. Premise and Site Management Online For years utilities have managed commercial, industrial, and substation accounts on spreadsheets. WNE now offers a solution to provide the functionality to support metering scenarios by tracking the configuration, site, and circuit associations of complex billing devices including: Meters, CT, PT, Demand Recorders, Totalizers, Transducers, and Transfer Standards. WNE provides a suite of new management tools and functionalities specifically designed to help ensure proper metering of important accounts. Site Information 1) Dynamic Sequencing 2) AMI Optics 3) Service Environment 4) Available Energy Modes 5) Available Harmonic Configurations

4 Meter Shop Customizable Management Capabilities From the meter shop to the field, WNE is feature rich with customization options for everyone along the path. Among the constantly expanding feature list are Sticky Notes, Multimedia Functionality, and the Management Dashboard including the helpful Dashboard Widgets Manager. The WNE Sticky Note is an electronic alert which can be assigned to any device for downstream processing, providing specific tidbits of information regarding a device, over a certain period of time. This allows users to retrieve the tidbits Yellow Sticky Note for future reference. When the device arrives at another test station or returns from the field, a Sticky Note can convey useful information to the next person in the custody chain. Another convenient feature WNE provides is full multimedia support with the ability for any device, site or circuit identifier to link documents and photos to the item. Multimedia Functionality Images NISC Billing Data Capabilities Updating your billing system can be done in real time with the NISC and WATT-Net Express integration. Using Web Services and the industry standard Multispeak interface, WATT-Net Express can update your NISC system with your meter test information - with zero mouse clicks. Additional Billing Data Capabilities Many other billing systems can be updated by defining the required data export(s) from within WATT-Net Plus/Express. Export the data to the billing system either manually or on an automated schedule. Device Management Software

5 The Management Dashboard in WNE provides customizable, shop level activities at a glance. Information is quickly viewable on everything from running in-service sample and periodic test progress to device accuracy reports at a glance. Dashboard graph reports include, but are not limited to: 1) Shop Status List 2) WATT-Net Express Product Updates 3) Means and Standards Deviation Graph The Dashboard Widgets Manager in WNE allows selection of favorite views and configures the dashboard to suit your needs. Dashboard Widgets Manager WATT-Net Express Core Features Designed to manage all utility devices not just electric meters, WATT-Net Express supports a broad range to provide a system of record for an entire enterprise: Supported: Electric Meters (KWH, KW) Reference Standards Current Transformers Potential Transformers Testboards Testing Processes Supported WNE supports the latest in functionality for AMI configuration test points. It allows validation of the most critical features of AMI devices. AMI Impedance Testing KWH Automated Testing KW Automated Testing Current Transformer Testing Potential Transformer Testing

6 Security WATT-Net Express uses a comprehensive application security system that ties neatly into network security. No need to have separate user id and passwords to manage. Roles Based Security Windows Authentication Administration WATT-Net Express offers an extensive set of functions to manage systems to meet changing business needs. Contractor Test Data Import Manufacturer Test Data Import Full separation of Data and Functions for multiple operation company Support Clerical and Administrative functions Tamper Case Documentation Attach digital Sticky Notes to equipment Test card printouts Reporting (Listing, Counts, Statistics) Many traditional shop reports are included plus Dashboard snapshots of your data on demand when you need information at a glance: Basic Device Listing Device Statistics New Device Management Traditional equipment file import and purchase processing for all device types. Add new devices to Database (individual or bulk loads from vendor files) Administration Security Administration Tree Device Management Software

7 Device Configuration Management Device configuration management and validation testing is an industry driver for most metering operations today. WATT-Net Express provides full functionality to ensure traceability with any device at any moment in time. Associate Devices - Peer-to-Peer (devices tracked independently in database) Associate Devices - Parent Child (child device only tracked when associated) Disassociate Devices Manage Firmware Versions Manage Program Versions Manage Multi-function Meter Settings Site - Premise Management Now manage commercial, industrial, and substation metering from WNE with full details being documented. Snapshot existing site and circuit information before a change is made to have a full running history of site and circuit premise information. Set Device Remove Device Exchange Device Inspect Device Device Programming GPS support (location entry) Premise Photo Support Association Mapping Billing Multiplier Calculator Billing Multiplier Validation Manage Premise Data Device Configuration Management Equipment Editors (Meters, CTs, PTs, Reference) Use internal codes and terminology to retrieve meaningful data with the WATT-Net Express flexible framework. WATT-Net Express is completely configurable and can support codes or process business rules. Reference Table Editors (all code and reference tables) Equipment Editors (electric, gas, transformer) Electric Transformer Equipment Editors

8 Audit and Certification Traceability Now when a problem is detected with a testing operation, the WATT-Net Express traceability functionality can assess the risk and determine what is needed to correct the damage. For example, if it is detected that the shop has been programming devices with the wrong configuration for 3 days, WATT-Net Express can quickly locate those devices and set a system hold flag so they cannot be installed on the system. It also allows attachment of an electronic Sticky Note to all affected devices to Return to Shop. Date, Time, User and System Traceability for all Processes Date, Time, User and System Traceability for all Devices Calibration NIST Documentation Traceability - (all measurement devices) System Requirements For WATT-Net Express and WATT-Net Plus Operating System: Windows 7 or later.net 4.0 Database: Option 1: Local/Central MS SQL Express (provided with WATT-Net Express/Plus install) Option 2: MS SQL Server Option 3: Oracle (WATT-Net Plus Only) Disk space: approximately 5k per device (Meters, CTs, PTs ) Watthour Engineering Company, Inc. 333 Cross Park Drive phone Pearl, Mississippi fax WATT-Net Express Features Version Radian Research, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Information within this document may change without notice