eGRID 101: Introduction to SEL Grid Configurator

This complimentary eLearning course introduces SEL power system device users to the next generation of SEL software—SEL Grid Configurator—and explains how to use it to interface and communicate with, commission, set, and program SEL devices.

You will learn which SEL devices are supported by Grid Configurator and how to:

• Install the appropriate version of the software.
• Navigate the basic layout and functions.
• Configure communications to connect to SEL devices.
• Enable protection elements.
• Edit, send, and read settings.

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Audience

This course is intended for users of SEL devices that are supported by SEL Grid Configurator.

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Agenda

• What Is Grid Configurator?
• Installation
• Basic Layout and User Interface
• Adding and Organizing Devices
• Device Explorer
• Configuring Communications and Connections
• Sending and Reading Settings

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Learning Outcomes

At the conclusion of this course, you will be able to:

• Determine whether Grid Configurator or ACSELERATOR QuickSet SEL-5030 Software supports the SEL power system device you are using.
• Choose the appropriate install version of Grid Configurator for your use case.
• Identify options to create and organize new device projects and folders in Grid Configurator.
• Examine where and how to configure communications to connect SEL devices in Grid Configurator.
• Locate protection elements and settings functions for SEL devices in Grid Configurator.

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Student Background and Knowledge

Grid Configurator is designed to be user-friendly and intuitive. Prior experience or familiarity with configuration software like QuickSet is not needed.

To get the most benefit from this course, we recommend you have:

• A familiarity with the purpose of SEL power system devices, specifically relays, and the need to configure these devices for operation in different power applications.
• Knowledge of the basics of SEL power system device configuration.