Configuring Alarms
CygNet alarms are configured in the point configuration record for each point type. Alarm bits and alarm reporting can be enabled for any point in the system. Alarm notification are configured in the General Notification Service (GNS).
The following items must be considered when configuring alarms for a point:
| Alarm configuration properties | Where to find more information |
|---|---|
| Setpoint value | |
| Alarm category | |
| Alarm suppression | |
| Alarm calculation | |
| Alarm priority | |
| Reporting to the Common Alarm Service (CAS) | |
| Reporting to the General Notification Service (GNS) | |
| Alarm delay | |
| Alarm deadband (analog points only) | PNT Editor - Analog Page |
| Alarm notification recipients (primary, secondary, tertiary) | Configuring Notifications |
