This example demonstrates how to test the mapping of a SCADA gateway or RTU in an automated test environment.
The Distributed Test Manager (DTM) simulates multiple IEC 61850 IEDs and a DNP3 SCADA Master on either side of SCADA gateway. A script running in DTM automates the testing in order to determine the mapping of the gateway and document the results. In this example, the Triangle MicroWorks SCADA Data Gateway is the device under test.
This example illustrates how DTM can be used to test partial systems without needing all components in place and configured. It also shows that this type of testing can be performed without expensive test equipment to generate signal changes.
This same test can be performed for standard SCADA protocols like ICCP/TASE.2, IEC 60870-5 (-101 or -104), DNP3, IEC 61850, and Modbus.