7 Software for Communicating with the MJ-4A & MJ-4B Control Panel
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7 Software for Communicating with the MJ-4A & MJ-4B Control Panel
7.1 Communications Software
Siemens has developed a Windows-based communica-
tions software application called MJXplorer. All configura-
tion and data can be downloaded to a PC via the RS-232
Data Port located on the front of the MJ-4
Control Panel or
through an optional Communication Module. Down-
loaded data can then be saved and imported to other com-
monly-used software, including spreadsheet applications.
In addition to downloading, MJXplorer software can mod-
ify configuration information and upload the information to
the MJ-4
Control Panel. The MJXplorer software and oper-
ating instructions are available from Siemens. Contact
your Siemens Power Transmission & Distribution repre-
sentative for details.
Another program called DNP Configure can be used to
define a custom set of DNP points for a control panel that
has a communications module. This program is also avail-
able from Siemens. Contact your Siemens representative
for details.
All software is available on the Siemens website listed in
section 1.8.
7.2 Uploading New MJ-4A & MJ-4B
Software
Siemens offers a software application, called MJXtra, for
uploading new versions of software to the Control Panel.
Through a simple set of windows and pull-down menus,
you confirm the communications settings and transmit the
new software via the front-panel Data Port.