on Mark-VI simulator, whenever I configure alarms through Toolbox and propagate the same to HMI (though PUT Into and GET from - as per the procedure as per GE's instructions), we are facing issues with HMI Operator screen. The alarm function however works alright, meaning - alarm appears on HMI screen up on simulation (by forcing relevant logic signal). But, we face the following issues.

1. The MODE commands (Crank / Fire / Auto) go ineffective. In the sense, the confirmation window pops up on clicking on these commands, but the command doesn't get executed.

2. Sometimes these commands are active, but I will not be able to start the unit, as the FSR manual automatically gags to 0% and that we get an alarm "Emergency Oil pump could not be tested".

Has anyone had similar experience with Mark-VI simulator? Appreciate your time in addressing this issue.

 

Just because one is using a Mark VI "simulator" (there are several versions of the "simulator) doesn't mean any of the usual processes and procedures are different (other than the difference between a TMR and a SIMPLEX Mark VI).

The Alarm Display function on a Mark VI "simulator" is still a TCI function--that's usually why the Alarm Drop number will be displayed, but not always the text message. The associated alarm text has to be loaded "into" TCI for the Alarm Display to associate the text with an alarm drop number.

If I recall correctly, GE Mark VI HMIs have a .hmb file, and that file has to be updated with any new information from the .m6b file (using Toolbox) in order for CIMPLICITY to be able to get information (and that includes the CIMPLICITY AMV object used for the Alarm Display). And, then CIMPLICITY has to get the information into the CIMPLICITY project, using Signal Manager or Workbench or whatever the method is depending on the version of CIMPLICITY.

This is all complicated by WorkstationST and ToolboxST, so if the "simulator" box uses WorkstationST and ToolboxST, then there's another whole different procedure for that.

Again, the use of a simulator doesn't change any other processes or procedures used for a Mark VI or an HMI (with the exception of the differences between TMR and SIMPLEX--most "simulators" are SIMPLEX, so only one download/upload has to be done).

It would help if you could describe the "simulator" you are fortunate enough to be using. Is it one that uses a portable VME rack with one or two UCVx cards, or is it one that runs on a single PC?

Unless the "simulator" has application code that models I/O (speed pick-ups and contact inputs and T/Cs and RTDs and vibration sensors and flame sensors, etc.) you'll not be able to initiate commands and see sequences.

There are ways to get CIMPLICITY displays to show data and to be able to see Toolbox values and make changes, but they don't always include actual operating turbine sequences. We don't know where you obtained the "simulator" and how it works or was configured to work. There are just too many intangibles to be of much help without actually understanding what you're working with, and most likely without being able to actually work with it live in real time there's not a lot which we can add here. Have you tried working with the supplier of the "simulator"?