Test Tools

DLMS UA develops test tools to support product development and facilitate the completion of the DLMS UA Qualification Process to obtain the DLMS UA Product Qualification Certificate for Compliance. 
 
Certification for compliance can be achieved either through self-certification, using the DLMS Test Tool, or by engaging DLMS UA Accredited Test Laboratories to conduct the tests.

The DLMS Test Tool is a next-generation combined platform, designed to accelerate development time and increase confidence levels when submitting a device for certification. It supports completion of the DLMS UA Qualification Program by generating a test report, which can be submitted to the DLMS Qualification portal for compliance certification. 

Test tools application & communication layer

DLMS Test Tool

The DLMS Test Tool was designed to streamline the DLMS UA Qualification process, making it more efficient and user-friendly. It enables both members and accredited test laboratories to test devices and generate reports for compliance.

This tool replaces and integrates the functionalities of the previous CTT and DTT test tools, offering a more comprehensive solution. 

The DLMS Test Tool (DLMS TT) is software that implements Abstract Test Cases (ATSs) as Executable Test Suites (ETSs). It runs on a PC with 64-bit Windows 7, Windows 8.1, Windows 10, or Windows 11. The DLMS TT acts as a DLMS/COSEM test client, while the Implementation Under Test (IUT) serves as a DLMS/COSEM server. The DLMS TT facilitates the selection, parametrization, and execution of the ETSs using information from the Conformance Test Information (CTI) file and data obtained from the IUT. The DLMS TT supports the DLMS/COSEM 3-layer, connection-oriented HDLC and TCP/IP communication profiles, as well as connectionless protocols such as UDP and CoAP (Constrained Application Protocol).

The licence for standard package consists of a licences, that once activate in server mode, will let run up to 3 instances of the tools.

Golden Devices & Golden Environment

All devices must be tested in their native communication technology when applying for DLMS UA Product Qualification Certificate for compliance. For the most relevant communication technologies, DLMS UA imposes the use of accredited communication devices for testing purposes. 

how do i purchase a test tool the test tool

There are three ways for members of the DLMS UA to access the test tool.
 
  • Purchase a Perpetual License
    and "Software-as-a-Service" updates & upgrades
    Subscription License

  • Members must possess or purchase (new members) a perpetual license of the latest version of the Test Tool in order to opt for a SaaS Subscription License. Members in possession of an older version of the Test Tool must update or upgrade to the most recent version before applying for the SaaS subscription license.

    This is the most advantageous way of using the test tool and is the solution recommended by DLMS UA as it offers an ‘All Inclusive’ version of the test tool.

    Members have ongoing access to all upgrades and updates via this annual ‘subscription’ fee, as soon as they become available. Free email support is also included as part of this license model.

  • Purchase a Perpetual License
    and "One Time Purchase" update and/or upgrade
    License

  • The second option to use the test tool is to opt for a “One Time Purchase” of the Test Tool and additionally for each update and/or upgrade.

    This can be an expensive option, particularly if members envision certifying several products or product versions. To avoid purchasing additional updates and upgrades, we highly recommend members to opt for the subscription-based license.

  • License the Test Tool
    via Another Member in Good Standing

  • The final option to access the test tool is to sub-license the use of the test tool from a DLMS UA Member in Good Standing with a valid test tool license.

    The test tool can be accessed via a one-off, 30-day sub-license fee of €3’000, payable by the licensee to DLMS UA Test Tool distributor, in addition to the costs for DLMS UA Qualification Process.

    This option can be used if a Member only envisions certifying a very limited number of products.

Members must possess or purchase (new members) a perpetual license of the latest version of the Test Tool in order to opt for a SaaS Subscription License. Members in possession of an older version of the Test Tool must update or upgrade to the most recent version before applying for the SaaS subscription license.

This is the most advantageous way of using the test tool and is the solution recommended by DLMS UA as it offers an ‘All Inclusive’ version of the test tool.

Members have ongoing access to all upgrades and updates via this annual ‘subscription’ fee, as soon as they become available. Free email support is also included as part of this license model.

The second option to use the test tool is to opt for a “One Time Purchase” of the Test Tool and additionally for each update and/or upgrade.

This can be an expensive option, particularly if members envision certifying several products or product versions. To avoid purchasing additional updates and upgrades, we highly recommend members to opt for the subscription-based license.

The final option to access the test tool is to sub-license the use of the test tool from a DLMS UA Member in Good Standing with a valid test tool license.

The test tool can be accessed via a one-off, 30-day sub-license fee of €3’000, payable by the licensee to DLMS UA Test Tool distributor, in addition to the costs for DLMS UA Qualification Process.

This option can be used if a Member only envisions certifying a very limited number of products.

The latest version of the test tool to be used for compliance testing, is the DLMS Test Tool 1.0.

From Jan 1st 2025, only test reports using the DLMS Test Tool 1.0 will be accepted.  

NEW LICENSES AND MAJOR UPGRADESInvoiced Price
DLMS Test Tool License60'000 €
SaaS Subscription License - Updates & Upgrades
DLMS Test Tool All Inclusive Annual License9'000 € per annum
Upgrades from CTT/DTT
Upgrade from CTT - One-time Migration fee9'000 €
Upgrade from DTT - One-time Migration FeeFree of Charge
Sub-License via Member in Good Standing
Sub-license via Member in Good Standing3'000 €