Dear Customer,

 As part of our programme of continuous advancement of PC tools, a new release of MiCOM S1 Studio is available.  Our advice is that all users should please click on the link below, such that you keep in-step with the latest features available.  New version 3.4.1. offers:

• Improved tolerance of differences in MiCOM minor model number and software releases, and the setting files created in MiCOM S1 Studio.  

• This is to boost interoperability of historical AREVA-branded files with Alstom-rebranded relays, and vice-versa.

• Improved prompting of Users for required password entries, when MiCOM relays are deployed in cybersecure modes.

• Digital channel label improvements for Px30 relay COMTRADE files.

• Improved retrospective compatibility with legacy PSL files.

• Improvements in Russian text, and MCL file creation for several models

Please click on this link:
MiCOM S1 Studio v3.4.1

This installation
- is a full installation of ALSTOM MiCOM S1 Studio V3.4.1., replacing any previously-installed version, or for use as a first installation
- is to be downloaded to your hard disk for later installation by running the .exe file
- is providing an installation shield for a most convenient upgrade of your S1 Studio
- retains all existing systems (or projects)
- retains all installed data models (unless user chooses to remove them when prompted)
- has no impact on program settings or installation specifics
- does not require any conversion of existing files
- can be run multiple times

Newsflash......

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New P543-6 Differential Features in Software 61/71:
Transient bias for the differential reduces CT dimensioning typically by 25%
Neutral differential boosts trip dependability for high resistance faults with all load-flows
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New P443/5/6 Distance and Back-up Features in Software 41/71:
Faster tripping for resistive faults towards the zone boundary: real EHV-class performance guaranteed
Transmission-class, fast resetting breaker fail
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Edition 2011:  Alstom's "Network Protection and Automation Guide" book, the definitive reference for Protection Engineers  -  please register on the NPAG homepage to obtain your copy.
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Useful links:

SAS Homepage: www.alstom.com/grid/sas

Contact Centre: www.alstom.com/grid/contactcentre

NPAG Request: www.alstom.com/grid/npag

Kind regards

Alstom Grid Contact Centre