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C37.118.2-2011 - IEEE Standard for Synchrophasor Data Transfer for Power Systems
Description: A method for real-time exchange of synchronized phasor measurement data between power system equipment is defined. This standard specifies messaging that can be used with any suitable communication protocol for real-time communication between phasor measurement units (PMU), phasor data concentrators (PDC), and other applications. It defines message types, contents, and use. Data types and formats are specified. A typical measurement system is described. Communication options and requirements are described in annexes.
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Working Group: C37.118.2_WG - Synchrophasor Data Transfer for Power Systems
Oversight Committee: PE/PSR - Power System Relaying 
Sponsor: IEEE Power & Energy Society
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