KUB-BS - controller "for growth" for monitoring container-type objects, including base stations of cellular communication



    Our telecommunication customers have communication facilities of the so-called container type, for example, base stations of cellular communications, telecommunication block-boxes and so on. The need for such objects in monitoring is so impressive and varied, while the composition of the equipment in need of monitoring of such an object is so unpredictable and variable that for these purposes we had to develop the most functional controller from our range - KUB-BS .

    Perhaps its application will not be limited to these objects, and perhaps our dear readers, based on the following, will be able to tell us this ...

    "Philosophy" KUB-BS



    So, the main difficulty of monitoring container-type objects is that containers contain an extremely diverse “stuffing”: many types and types of electric meters, air conditioners, diesel generator sets, and other equipment, and there is no talk of any unification of interfaces and device device drivers.
    There are two traditional solutions to this situation: the first (unrealistic) is the software docking of “everyone with everyone,” which is very expensive and time consuming; the second (also unrealistic) is the replacement of equipment at all facilities (EPU, DGU, etc.) with the same type, which is even more expensive and longer.

    We offer the third option - to provide our KUB-BS controller with the ability to control everything and manage everything, without relying on the "intelligence" of the controlled devices. This is the only cheap and fast way to get a unified system for monitoring and managing container-type communication facilities, which have a “zoo” from various types of equipment. Moreover, our approach allows us not to be afraid of further replacement of equipment of one type with another - it will be possible to ensure its monitoring by switching the newly installed KUB-BS controller to another input.
    And now more about the statement of the problem, namely, the initial data that guided us in the development of this device.


    Statement of the problem for the development of KUB-BS



    So, from our point of view, the base station or climate cabinet consists of telecommunication equipment and vital systems for this equipment.

    These systems include:
    • Electro-converting installation (EPU): in terms of inclusion in the monitoring system, it can have either discrete dry contact alarm outputs and discrete control inputs, either a controller with an RS485 interface interface, or the same controller with an SNMP adapter connected to Ethernet Ethernet .
    • Rechargeable batteries (batteries): they do not have any standard monitoring devices, and the issues of monitoring their performance are wholly assigned to our object controller.
    • Diesel Generator Set (DGU): in terms of interest to us, it is similar to EPU. It can also have either “dry contact” discrete alarm outputs and discrete control inputs, or a controller with an RS485 interface, or the same controller with an SNMP adapter connected to Ethernet Ethernet.
    • A modern energy meter (meter) almost certainly has an RS485 interface.
    • A climate system can be a pair of domestic air conditioners that are not equipped with any automation, or a modern split system with an SNMP adapter. In the first case, all issues of performance monitoring and control are assigned to the controller. In the second case, it is only necessary to provide a connection between the “smart” climate device and its regular software running in the Dispatch Center.
    • The security and fire alarm subsystem (OPS) can either be completely absent at the facility initially, and then it must be created on the basis of our controller, or it, on the contrary, is already fully mounted on the basis of some control panel and the role of the monitoring system is reduced only to transmitting to the center of the monitoring station signals “security”, “fire” and “alarm” (these are, as a rule, dry contacts).

    An object controller can equally be:
    • many dry contact inputs, temperature sensors, fire and security detectors, access authorization elements, output relays, etc .;
    • multi-channel converter of RS485 interfaces to Ethernet;
    • a switch or router, providing the organization of a local computer network, which includes various intelligent devices (EPU, DGU, split system, etc.) and the connection of this network to the center through a single dedicated IP address.

    Add to this the most diverse positions of future customers in terms of allocating a communication channel: “Ethernet only”; “The main channel is Ethernet, and the backup channel is GSM”, “only GSM”. And finally, this key slogan of our time is “SNMP, SNMP everywhere SNMP !!!”.

    You must admit that the described initial conditions make the task of creating a single controller that meets all the requirements almost unrealistic. But it was precisely with this task that we tried to cope by creating the KUB-BS controller. And this attempt seems to be a success! Judge for yourself…

    Functional KUB-BS



    The KUB-BS controller includes the following blocks:





    Fig. 1, 2. Inputs-outputs of the controller KUB-BS

    • Burglar and fire alarm unit - arming / disarming, door opening control, access authorization, electric lock control, light and sound indication that the object is being protected, burglar alarm, fire alarm.
    • 2 outputs of the monitoring station (central monitoring console) - issuing a signal to third-party security and fire-fighting equipment.
    • The air conditioning and temperature and humidity control unit is measuring the average temperature in the room, measuring the temperatures in the output air flow of each of the two air conditioners, taking into account the operating hours for each air conditioner separately, and automatically rotating the air conditioners. If necessary, it is possible to measure the relative humidity indoors.



    Fig. 3. Scheme of connecting air conditioners

    • The power supply control unit - measuring voltages and currents in three phases, measuring the frequency of the supply network, measuring the accumulated active and reactive energy by the sum of the phases.
    • Secondary power control unit - to control the symmetry of batteries, measure temperature, voltage and current charge / discharge of batteries.
    • Monitoring node for “smart installations” - 3 “through” ports RS485 / RS232 for connecting intelligent equipment (smart diesel generator sets, electronic controllers, electricity meters, etc.) and transferring data to the standard software of this equipment.
    • The monitoring node of the “non-intelligent" DGU is the control of alarms from the DGU (via the “dry contact” inputs), the control (start-up) of the DGU (via the built-in relay).
    • 4 discrete ports - ports can be configured as “dry contact” inputs for connecting tamper sensors, water leaks, etc., as well as control outputs for turning on / off / rebooting equipment.
    • 8 inputs “dry contact” - connection of tamper sensors, water leakage, etc.
    • 6 power relays - control of various equipment. Of these: 2 relays can be used to rotate air conditioners, 1 relay - to start the diesel generator set, 1 relay - to control the electric lock.




    Fig. 4. Functionality of the controller KUB-BS

    KUB-BS: constructive, communication channels, software



    There are two options for powering the controller: from 36..72V DC with measuring the magnitude of the station power, as well as power from 220V AC via a 220V / 15V power supply (connection to the jack connector).

    In addition, the KUB-BS controller has 3 communication options with the dispatch center: Ethernet-only communication, GSM-only communication (GPRS, SMS, CSD) or Ethernet and GSM communication at the same time, while Ethernet is the main communication channel , and GSM - backup.



    Fig. 5. Communication channels KUB-BS with the center: primary and backup.

    Support for the KUB-BS controller is implemented in the software developed by the Technotronics company - software KUB-TTx and software Technotronics.SQL .
    The KUB-BS controller is designed for placement in a standard 19 ”cabinet and has a 1U case. In addition to placement in a closet, wall-mounted placement of the device is also possible.

    The functionality of KUB-BS can be expanded by connecting to the KUB-Pico controller . This is possible thanks to the router integrated into the KUB-BS, which allows organizing 4 additional Ethernet connections.



    How much is?



    We produce KUB-BS in various trim levels, depending on the needs of the Customer. KUB-BS in the minimum configuration costs 9700 p. VAT included (Ethernet only, 12 V supply, without router and sensors). How much is KUB-BS, satisfying your needs, you can find out in our sales department by phone. +7 (495) 777-99-06 or email. mail manager@ttronics.ru



    You can find the most detailed description of the KUB-BS controller here .

    More details about the device in the video below. We immediately warn that this is not a “commercial” and this video is not intended for a superficial acquaintance with KUB-BS. This is a very detailed and visual story of the General Developer and Technical Director of the Technotronics company Raskin Arkady Yakovlevich. Therefore, for those who want to understand thoroughly - a useful look!


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