Data Sheet

Ovation Controller
Model OCR1100
Features
Secure, reliable and mission-critical control
capability providing bumpless automatic failover
between redundant controllers.
Fast processor for increased productivity
One-step data acquisition functionality through the
definition of the I/O database
Small footprint with low power requirements and
fanless operation
Interfaces to Ovation and WDPF I/O, both local and
remote
Integral interface to digital busses through Ovation
I/O modules
Integrated virtual I/O capability for third-party OEM
systems over Ethernet protocols.
Non-volatile storage of application software, point
Redundant Ovation controller model OCR1100 shown with four
database, configuration information, and operating local Ovation I/O modules installed on two I/O branches.
tuning constants
Integrated sequence of events capability with 1
millisecond resolution
Meets IEC 61131-3 standards
Achilles Level 1 certified

Introduction Process Applications

Emersons Ovation distributed control system is
The Ovation OCR1100 controller is designed to meet
renowned for delivering precision control with
the demanding requirements of a wide range of
outstanding performance. That precision begins with
process applications. Functions performed by the
the Ovation controller secure, mission-critical
controller include:
operations such as those of power generation, water
and wastewater plants. Continuous (PID) control
Boolean logic
The OCR1100 model of the Ovation controller series Advanced control
executes simple or complex modulating and
Special logic and timing functions
sequential control strategies, performs data
acquisition functions and interfaces to the Ovation Data acquisition
network and various I/O sub-systems. It has the Sequence of events processing
capability to originate up to 32,000 points. Cold junction compensation

Page - 1
PWS_002863 [27]
Ovation Controller Model OCR1100 Data Sheet

Process point sensor/limit checking In addition to the higher resolution time tags,
Process point alarm processing sequence-of-events points may be used in control
schemes like any other I/O point, including limit
Process point conversion to engineering units
checking and alarming.
Process point database storage
Local and remote I/O interface Alarm Processing
Process point tagout
The OCR1100 processes limits and alarms based on
each process points database definition. These
Standard Functions functions are performed regardless of whether the
point is scanned for input to a control loop or for data
acquisition separate from control functions. The alarm
Control Execution status of each point in the controller is updated with
The Ovation OCR1100 controller, with an Intel-based each scan. The status may indicate whether a point
processor, is capable of simultaneously executing as value has:
many as five process control tasks at loop speeds Exceeded the range of the sensor
ranging from 10 milliseconds to 30 seconds. Each Exceeded the user-defined limits
control task is comprised of the I/O process point input Changed state
scan, control scheme execution and an output scan. Passed an incremental limit
Two of the control tasks use predefined loops speeds
of one-second and 100 milliseconds. The other three
control tasks can have user-selectable loop speeds. Alarm reporting can be delayed on a per-point basis by
Individual control sheets assigned to an available task a user-specified period.
coordinate the control execution loop time with the
appropriate control function. Advanced diagnostics When coupled with a workstation, the Ovation
visible on Ovation HMI graphics indicate control task OCR1100 controller has the capability to report six
loop times for configured, average, worst case and independent alarm thresholds defined as:
standard deviation. Four high limits
User-defined high limit
Control Scheme Highest plus incremental limits

OCR1100 functionality is defined by control sheets Four low limits

created from an extensive library of standard and User-defined low limit
advanced Ovation algorithms specifically designed for Lowest plus incremental limits
the power, water and wastewater industries.
Control sheets provide the basis for executing,
The workstation can sort and display alarms based on
documenting and automatically creating control
a user-selected alarm significance level.
tuning diagrams used during commissioning and
when adjusting control schemes. On average, the
OCC100 controller can execute more than 1,000 Operator Interface Processing
control sheets.
The Ovation controller performs all limit and alarm
processing based on the database configuration for
Sequence-of-Events each point. However, Ovation HMIs provide the
capability to suspend these functions, as necessary,
Integral sequence-of-events processing capability is
based on the process state or operator actions.
provided using Ovation I/O and standard controller
software. With a resolution of one millisecond, the
sequence-of-events subsystem records the sequence
in which a set of user-defined digital input indications
change state, providing a valuable troubleshooting
and diagnostic tool for high-speed electrical systems.

Page - 2
PWS_002863 [27]
Ovation Controller Model OCR1100 Data Sheet

Redundant 24V power is connected to the unit which is

Controller Types individually distributed to the controllers. Each
Ovation controller capabilities can be expanded with controller consists of two modules. One module
add-on software licenses for simulation, virtual control provides the processor, memory, Ovation networking
or advanced control. and additional networking connections. The other
module provides the interface to both local and remote
The simulator controller is a standard controller that Ovation and Q Line I/O, plus internal powering.
uses simulated I/O (instead of the actual hardware I/O
system) to interface control schemes with a process Each functional processor in the redundant pair
model or simulation. The simulator controller can be executes the same application program, although only
used in a basic factory acceptance test process model one accesses the I/O and operates in control mode at
or with high-fidelity process plant models. a time. The partner processor runs in backup,
configure or off-line modes with differences between
An advanced controller executes licensed algorithms them alarmed.
with advanced functionality such as auto regressive,
dynamic matrix, device, sootblowing, fuzzy logic, Control Mode
sequencing, programmable block and temperature
profile. In control mode, the primary processor has direct I/O
access to read, write and execute both data acquisition
The virtual controller is a software-licensed capability and control functions. In addition, the primary
which recreates the Ovation hardware controller with a processor monitors the status and health of its backup
real-time operating system on a Windows-based partners processor and network.
platform. It is used primarily in Ovation simulation
solutions with non-redundant virtual controllers to Backup Mode
decrease the hardware footprint. The virtual controller
has most of the interface attributes of a standard, In backup mode, the backup processor performs
simulation or advanced controller except for hardware diagnostics and monitors the status and health of the
I/O support. primary processor. The backup processor maintains
up-to-date data by polling the control processors
database memory and receiving all of the information
Redundancy that the control processor sends including process
point values, algorithm tuning constants and variable
The OCR1100 controller is designed to accommodate point attributes.
multiple levels of redundancy for key components,
including:
Automatic Failover Control
Ovation network interface
Functional processor, memory, and network The redundancy function of the Ovation OCR1100
controller controller is equipped with automatic failover control. If
the processor in control mode fails, watchdog detection
Processor power supply
circuitry disables the I/O interface of the primary
I/O interfaces processor and informs the backup processor of the
Input power feed failure. The backup processor instantaneously begins
I/O power supply
to execute the process control application program and
broadcast information over the Ovation network.
Auxiliary power supply
Remote I/O communications media Ovation controllers use a continual process of control
memory updating to keep both the control and backup
The standard hardware configuration for controller processors synchronized. This allows the algorithms to
redundancy is a passive backplane base on which both track the output values, pass the information upstream
a primary and a backup controller are installed. and apply the data during the first pass of execution.
The result is a bumpless failover, even in the case of a

Page - 3
PWS_002863 [27]
Ovation Controller Model OCR1100 Data Sheet

malfunction. A full range of events can trigger provides some basic routing functions and offers
automatic failover, including: general resource management within the controller.
Control processor failure
Network controller failure Hardware
I/O interface failure
The Ovation OCR1100 controller is built to open
Removal of power from the control processor industry standards using Intel processors and
Control processor reset CompactPCI bus technology. Newer technologies can
be easily incorporated while protecting the initial
Once control is passed to the backup processor, the Ovation controller software investment.
failed processor may be powered down, repaired and
powered back up with no harmful effects on the This foundation provides the portability such that
executing control strategy. Ovation controller software can be run on other
available platforms and operating systems. The
Upon restart, the repaired processor will detect that its Ovation virtual controller used in Ovation simulator
partner is in control and assume the backup role. The systems runs the standard Windows operating system
processor in control will detect the presence of the on standard PC hardware and does not require actual
backup processor and adjust for redundant operation. I/O interfaces.

The hardware platform and the operating systems for

Data Pass-Through the Ovation controller, based on industry standards,
The OCR1100 controller is equipped with the ability to offer the following advantages:
pass smart field device information to any workstation Minimal cost and complexity of hardware and
on the Ovation network. Users can take advantage of software upgrades
asset management solutions, such as Emersons AMS Increased ability to track advances in technology
Suite, for remote management of intelligent field
devices.
Specifications
Open Architecture The Ovation controller hardware platform has evolved
over time beginning with the OCR161 model.
The Ovation OCR1100 controllers open architecture
uses a powerful real-time operating system running a Specifications for the OCR1100 model are detailed in
CompactPCI i-bus PC design. This configuration the tables within this document. The OCR1100
allows rapidly advancing technology to be easily controller model shares the same packaging concept
integrated into the control system while protecting as the preceding OCR400 model. Migration programs
software investments. are available to update previous model control logic
and databases to the latest model.
Real-Time Operating OCR1100 platform provides backward hardware
System Functions compatibility and can be used as an OCR400 while
retaining the ability to provide full OCR1100
The OCR1100 controller processes data for real-time capabilities when installed in an Ovation system
control and communication functions using a release which supports them (i.e. Ovation 3.5 and
commercially available, multi-tasking, real-time above).
operating system. It executes and coordinates the
control of multiple application areas by using multi-
tasking with preemptive priority scheduling. The real- I/O Capabilities
time operating system communicates with the Ovation
The Ovation controller supports the concurrent use of
network and other systems via the TCP/IP protocol,
several I/O systems depending upon the model used.

Page - 4
PWS_002863 [27]
Ovation Controller Model OCR1100 Data Sheet

Like the controller, the I/O system continues to evolve, 61131 directly relates to the standard programming
including support for increased channel capacity languages recommended to conform to this standard.
modules. Refer to the controller hardware manual and
the I/O reference manual for additional details on the The IEC 61131 standard specifies the syntax and
available models, capacities, module capabilities and semantics of a unified suite of programming
termination types. languages, including the software model and a
structuring language. The standard can be
summarized and described under two main categories:
Ovation Controller Cabinets Common Elements and Programming Languages.
Ovation controllers and I/O modules are all DIN rail Refer to the Ovation Compliance to IEC 61131-3 data
mountable, providing the flexibility to match controller sheet for detailed information Ovations adherence to
layouts with process requirements for various this international standard.
locations, environments and space availability. The
normal configuration is to mount DIN rail items on
plates which can then be installed in existing or new
Achilles Certified
cabinet enclosures. Top and bottom entry for I/O Achilles Communications Certification provides an
cables is available to meet required specifications. industry-leading benchmark for the secure
development of the applications, devices and systems
A variety of controller and I/O cabinet configurations found in critical infrastructure. The certification process
are available. The basic controller cabinet houses a is designed to assess the network robustness of
chassis for single or redundant controllers and two I/O industrial devices and certify that they meet a
branches on the front of the plate. Mounted on the rear comprehensive set of requirements. It provides device
of the plate is a redundant power supply, power manufacturers with an independently verified result to
distribution module and two additional I/O branches for communicate their product security to customers, while
a total of 32 I/O modules since each I/O branch can providing the operators of control systems with the
hold up to eight I/O modules. most complete, accurate and trustworthy information
possible about the network resilience of their deployed
Expansion cabinets house up to an additional 32 I/O products.
modules in four branches and a transition panel for
connection to the controllers. It can also provide The Ovation OCR1100 controller complies with the
additional space for mounting redundant power requirements set forth by Achilles Level 1 certification.
supplies (when required), and a power distribution
module.
Summary
Ovations standard cabinet structure is front and rear The Ovation system is renowned for delivering
access, but can be provided with front access only. precision control with outstanding performance. That
Other custom or OEM cabinet enclosures are precision begins with the Ovation controller that
optionally available to accommodate specific provides full-redundancy to assure the reliability and
requirements for plate sizes, cabinet sizes, security necessary for even the most demanding
construction materials, environmental ratings, cabinet application. The Ovation controller executes simple or
interior and exterior accessories, termination options complex modulating and sequential control strategies,
and marshaling cabinets. performing data acquisition functions and incorporating
full bumpless redundancy for mission critical
IEC 61131-3 Compliant applications. The controller provides the capabilities to
control a variety of applications in an adaptable,
The International Electrotechnical Committee of the flexible and cost-effective manner. With industry-
ISO organization created a set of standards to achieve standard hardware and software platforms, the
uniform mechanisms to configure and program control controller is easy to upgrade throughout a plant
systems from different vendors. Part 3 of the IEC lifecycle. These features make the Ovation controller
one of the most powerful in the industry.

Page - 5
PWS_002863 [27]
Ovation Controller Model OCR1100 Data Sheet

Ovation Controller Specifications

Ovation Controller Model OCR 1100 - Specifications

Item Capability

Bus structure CompactPCI standard

Originated points Up to 32,000 points

Process control tasks Up to 5 each with a different loop execution rate

Two of the 5 tasks are predefined @ 1 s and @ 100 ms. The other three tasks are
Control task loop execution time user definable, with each task individually defined to execute at a rate between 10
ms. and 30 seconds in increments of 10 ms.

Processor base frequency 1.1 GHz

Memory 1 Gb Flash & 256 Mb RAM

4 x 10/100 Mb Ethernet
NIC ports
Three options: (i) 4 x RJ45, (ii) 1 x RJ45 + 3 SFP Fiber or (iii) 4 x RJ45

0 - 60 C; 32 - 140 F
Temperature
0 - 50 C; 32 - 122 F
(Refer to (i) and (ii) above)
0 - 60 C; 32 - 140 F

Power 24 VDC 40W

Humidity 0 - 95% RH

Size 20 w x 8 h x 7 d

CE Mark Certified to be CE Mark when installed in a CE Mark cabinet

OCR1100 only
BootROM OCR1100 only
OCR400 replacement / OCR1100

Model No. OCR1100

Achilles Level 1 certification
Category Embedded Device

Page - 6
PWS_002863 [27]
Ovation Controller Model OCR1100 Data Sheet

Ovation Controller Model OCR 1100 - I/O Specifications

Item Capability

2 sets of up to 8 independent branches of 8 modules per branch for a total of 128

Local Ovation I/O
modules.
Local Q-Line I/O 1 node of 48 Q-cards

Local Q-Line I/O 1 additional node of 48 Q-cards

Remote Ovation I/O Up to 8 nodes of 8 branches of 8 modules for a total of 64 modules/node

Remote Q-Line I/O Up to 8 nodes of 48 cards

Smart device capability Foundation fieldbus / PROFIBUS / DeviceNet

Allen-Bradley PLCs DF-1 MHI turbine control
Virtual I/O capability via Ethernet GE Mark V/VI GSM External Ovation network
TCP/IP and standard protocols Modbus/TCP GE Genius I/O
Toshiba turbine control

Ovation Controller Model OCR1100 - Cabinet Specifications

Item Standard Controller Cabinet Expansion Cabinet

(h x w x d) (h x w x d)
Size 79 x 24 x 24 in 79 x 24 x 24 in
2006.6 x 609.6 x 609.6 mm 2006.6 x 609.6 x 609.6 mm
426.25 lbs. 396.25 lbs.
Weight (fully configured)
191.81 kg. 178.31 kg.
0-50 C; 32-122 F
(i) 4x RJ45 ports
Operating ambient temperature
0-60 C; 32-140 F
(Refer to NIC Ports above)
0-40 C; 32-104 F
(ii) 1 RJ45, 3x SFP ports
Storage ambient temperature -40 to 70 C; -40-158 F -40 to 70 C; -40-158 F
0 - 95% 0 - 95%
Operating humidity
Non-condensing Non-condensing
0 - 95% 0 - 95%
Storage humidity
Non-condensing Non-condensing
Redundant controllers, Space for spare equipment,
Capacity 32 I/O modules, 32 I/O modules,
2 power supplies 2 power supplies

2017 Emerson. All rights reserved. The Emerson logo is a trademark and service mark of Emerson Electric Co. Ovation is a mark of one of the Emerson Automation Solutions family
of business units. All other marks are the property of their respective owners. The contents of this publication are presented for information purposes only, and while effort has been made
to ensure their accuracy, they are not to be construed as warranties or guarantees, express or implied, regarding the products or services described herein or their use or applicability. All
sales are governed by our terms and conditions, which are available on request. We reserve the right to modify or improve the designs or specifications of our products at any time without
notice.

Page - 7
PWS_002863 [27]