NTI ENVIROMUX Series E-ACLM-V-V2 AC Dual Voltage Monitor User Manual

NTI ENVIROMUX Series E-ACLM-V-V2 AC Dual Voltage Monitor User Manual

TRADEMARK

ENVIROMUX is a registered trademark of Network Technologies Inc in the U.S. and other countries.

COPYRIGHT
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CHANGES
The material in this guide is for information only and is subject to change without notice. Network Technologies Inc reserves the right to make changes in the product design without reservation and without notification to its users.

FEATURE UPDATE
In order to take full advantage of the available features in the E-ACLM-V/P, the E-xD that it is connected to must first have firmware version 4.5 or later installed.
In order for the E-xD to add the Frequency sensor of the E-ACLM-V/P to the list of sensors, any previously installed E-ACLM-V or ACLM-P must first be deleted from the E-xD Summary page. Within 30 seconds the E-xD will re-sense the E-ACLM-V/P and will include the Frequency sensor in the list of sensors. All applicable sensors included with the E-ACLM-V/P (including Frequency Sensor(s)) will then be available for configuration. The use of E-ACLM-P18 requires E-xD firmware version 2.35 or later to view the full scale (page 8).

CAUTION

•  To reduce the risk of electric shock- Disconnect power to the receptacle before installing or removing the unit.
•  To Reduce the Risk of Electric Shock- Use only Indoors
•  Do not plug into another relocatable power tap.
•  Risk of electric shock, do not remove cover. No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. For use in a controlled environment (see page 12).

MATERIALS

Materials supplied with E-ACLM-V-V2) or P12/8-V2:

•  NTI E-ACLM-V-V2 or -P8/12-V2

•  1-Line cord, country specific IEC 320 C13

•  2- Mounting tabs for Zero-RU mounting (pre-assembled to back of E-ACLM-V or P12/8, see page 4)

•  2-#10-32 x 3/4″ pan head screws and #10-32 cage nuts (server cabinet mounting hardware)

•  This manual
  Also supplied for E-ACLM-P8/12-V2:

• IEC 320 C14 to IEC 320 C13 Cord Set for connection to AC load Materials supplied for E-ACLM-P18-V2:

•  NTI E-ACLM-P18-V2

•  1-Line cord L6-20p to IEC 320 C19

•  1-Device cord L6-20r to IEC 320 C20

•  2- Mounting tabs for Zero-RU mounting (pre-assembled to back of E-ACLM-P18, see page 4)

•  2-#10-32 x 3/4″ pan head screws and #10-32 cage nuts (server cabinet mounting hardware)

•  URL slip with location of this manual
  Materials Not supplied but REQUIRED:
  

• Cat5/5e/6 cable for connection to E-16D/5D/2D

E-ACLM-Pxx-V2 Identification:

INTRODUCTION

E-ACLM-V-V2
The E-ACLM-V-V2 (ACLM-V) is a sensor for the E-16D/5D/2D systems (ENVIROMUX) capable of monitoring AC line input voltages and frequencies between 50~250V AC and 47~63Hz from two separate AC lines. It will report the current RMS AC Voltage and AC Frequency (Hertz) to the E-xD. The ACLM-V will also monitor the number of short term Swells1 and Sags2 as well as the number of Spikes3.
The ACLM-V utilizes two UL certified IEC 320 C14 inlets to connect to the AC lines being monitored. The ACLM-V connects to the ENVIROMUX through up to 1,000 ft of CAT5/5e/6 cable. Data is transmitted to and from the ENVIROMUX using the RS485 protocol.

Features & Functions:

•  12 bit ADC resolution, 1% full scale ADC accuracy
•  Measure AC Voltage (±1%FS at 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C))
•  Measure AC Frequency (@1% accuracy)
•  Monitors swells, sags, and spike events
•  Auto-Configured upon connection with E-xD
•  RJ45 Status LED’s for operating status
•  User selectable data interpolation options

Measuring the AC Voltage, AC Frequency; Determining Swells, and Sags:

The ACLM-V provides constant monitoring of the AC line with an active sampling rate of 12,000 samples per second. The measurement data is transmitted to the ENVIROMUX once every second. Each time data is sent, the ACLM-V will report the current AC line voltage and frequency, as well as the number of sags, swells, and spikes that have occurred since the last data transmission.
After the ACLM-V has transmitted data to the ENVIROMUX (once every second), any stored values in the ACLM-V will be erased as new data is acquired.
If a swell, sag, or spike event lasts longer than 1 second (5 seconds, for example) it will be counted as multiple events by the ENVIROMUX because the ENVIROMUX will reset the data record to 0 each time the ACLM-V reports the data to the ENVIROMUX. The count displayed on the screen will be updated based on the configured Refresh Rate.

Measuring Spikes:
The ACLM-V is also capable of recording the number of Spike events with a peak greater than 50V, 250V, 500V, or 1KV as configured by the user. For example, if the spike threshold is set at 500V and the sensor records a voltage exceeding 500V for at least 5 microseconds, the ENVIROMUX will report a spike above 500V.

The User Interface:
From the Web Interface of the ENVIROMUX, the ACLM-V sensor can be customized and monitored. The user can modify all of the typical sensor attributes (description, group, sampling, etc.), as well as define the maximum and minimum critical threshold values for AC voltage, AC frequency and the threshold for spike measurement. The user may also configure the ENVIROMUX to send alerts based on the voltage or frequency level.

The sensor page for the ACLM-V will display the AC line voltage and frequency from the most recent data transmission, as well as running totals for the number of swells, sags, and spike events that have occurred. It will also display the date and time from which the ENVIROMUX began the running totals. A “Clear” button, when clicked, will erase the running totals and update the date and time. The data displayed by the ENVIROMUX can be refreshed, at most, once per second. (The display may be refreshed less frequently dependent upon the user settings (“Refresh Rate”)).

Note :
As a result of the data transmission of the ACLM-V (once per second) and the browser refresh rate of the ENVIROMUX (up to once per second), the ACLM-V will report Sags or Swells on the AC line that may not be reflected in the numeric voltage display.

1.  Swells are defined as an AC voltage exceeding the user specified maximum critical threshold for a period of 5 cycles (i.e. 5/60th second for 60Hz) to 1 second’s time.
2.  Sags are defined as an AC voltage exceeding the user specified minimum critical threshold for a period of 5 cycles (i.e. 5/60th second for 60Hz) to 1 second’s time.
3.  Spikes are defined as a sudden high peak event lasting at least 5 microseconds that raises the voltage in either a positive or negative direction.

E-ACLM-Pxx-V2

The E-ACLM-P12,-P18 and –P8 (ACLM-P) are triple sensors for the E-16D/5D/2D (ENVIROMUX) capable of monitoring AC line input voltages between 50~250V AC, the Frequency (Hertz) between 47~63Hz, and the Power (Current) up to 12 amperes (for –P12), 8 amperes (for –P8) or 18 amperes (for –P18) from a single AC line. It will report the current RMS AC Voltage, AC Frequency and RMS AC Power to the ENVIROMUX. The ACLM-P will also monitor the number of short term Swells1 and Sags2 as well as the number of Spikes3.

•  The ACLM-P12-V2 is rated for 12A of continuous load, 15A max.
•  The ACLM-P8-V2 is rated for 8A of continuous load, 10A max.
•  The ACLM-P18-V2 is rated for 18A of continuous load, 20A max.

The ACLM-P8/P12 uses a UL certified IEC 320 C14 inlet to connect to the AC line and a UL certified IEC 320 C13 socket to connect the AC load. The ACLM-P18 uses a UL certified IEC 320 C20 inlet to connect to the AC line and a UL certified IEC 320 C19 socket to connect the AC load.

The E-ACLM-P8/P12/P18 is connected to the ENVIROMUX through up to 1,000 ft of CAT5/5e/6 cable (Exception: When connected to the E-5D/2D the cable length is limited to 750 ft (24AWG min.) for E-ACLM-P18). Data is transmitted to and from the ENVIROMUX utilizing the RS485 protocol. ACLM-P is installed between the power source and the load device, able to sense a maximum surge current of 20A and will calculate and report the RMS AC Power. The device utilizes standard connection sockets for easy user installation. The ACLM-P is also equipped with a power interrupt feature, which allows power to be disconnected from the load device based on manual disconnect or configuration settings via the web interface.

The ACLM-P includes a resettable circuit breaker to protect the sensor from damage in the event the load device exceeds the rating of the ACLM-Pxx circuits. In the event the circuit breaker should trip, remove the overload condition and reset the circuit breaker.

Note :
The circuit breaker will not allow a reset until it has reached reset condition, which may take between 1 and 3 minutes from the time the breaker tripped.

Features & Functions

•  12 bit ADC resolution, 1% full scale ADC accuracy
•  Measure AC Voltage ACLM-Pxx-V2 (±1%FS at 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C))
•  Measure AC Frequency (@1% accuracy)
•  Monitors swells, sags, and spike events
•  Measures AC Current and Power (2.7% accuracy)
•  Optional Power Disconnect and Reconnect
•  Auto-Configured upon connection with E-XD
•  RJ45 Status LED’s for operating status
•  User selectable data interpolation options

Measuring the AC Voltage, AC Frequency, Power and Current Flow; Determining Swells, and Sags:

The ACLM-P provides constant monitoring of the AC line with an active sampling rate of 12,000 samples per second. The measurement data is transmitted to the ENVIROMUX once every second. Each time data is sent, the ACLM-P will report the present AC line voltage, frequency, current and calculated power, as well as the number of sags, swells, and spikes that have occurred since the last data transmission.
After the ACLM-P has transmitted data to the ENVIROMUX, any stored values in the ACLM-P will be erased as new data is acquired.
If a swell, sag, or spike event lasts longer than 1 second (5 seconds, for example) it will be counted as multiple events by the ENVIROMUX because the ENVIROMUX will reset the data record to 0 each time the ACLM-P reports the data to the ENVIROMUX. The count displayed on the screen will be updated based on the configured Refresh Rate.

Measuring Spikes:
The ACLM-P is also capable of recording the number of Spike events with a peak greater than 50V, 250V, 500V, or 1KV as configured by the user. For example, if the spike threshold is set at 500V and the sensor records a spike exceeding 500V for at least 5 microseconds, the ENVIROMUX will report a spike above 500V.

The User Interface:
From the Web Interface of the ENVIROMUX, the ACLM-P sensor can be customized and monitored. The user can define the maximum and minimum threshold values for AC power and frequency, and configure the ENVIROMUX to send alerts based on the power thresholds or disconnect power based on the voltage, current, frequency or power thresholds. The user may also define the threshold for spike measurement.

The ACLM-P has three sensor pages, each having a numeric display and status bar. One is for power, another is for voltage, and a third for frequency. Each page also displays a table with readings from the most recent data transmission. The power and voltage pages also have running totals for the number of swells, sags, and spike events that have occurred. It will also display the date and time from which the ENVIROMUX began the running totals.

A “Clear” button, when clicked, will erase the running totals and update the date and time. The data displayed by the ENVIROMUX can be refreshed, at most, once per second. (The display may be refreshed less frequently dependent upon the user settings (“Refresh Rate”)). Additionally, the sensor page will display the status of the power interrupt relay.
Note :
As a result of the data transmission rate of the ACLM-P (once per second) and the browser refresh rate of the ENVIROMUX (up to once per second), the ACLM-P will report Sags or Swells on the AC line that may not be reflected in the numeric voltage display.

MOUNTING

The E-ACLM (-V or -P) can be placed on a solid surface, mounted to a wall, or mounted to an accessible surface within a rack (Zero-RU). To mount to a wall or other surface, first remove the screws holding the mounting tabs to the rear of the box. Rotate the tabs such that they extend from the back of the box, and attach the tabs with the screws removed. Now the E-ACLM can be secured to any convenient surface. Two #10-32 x 3/4″ machine screws and cage nuts have been provided to assist mounting within a server cabinet. Use appropriate hardware (not supplied) when mounting to a wall.
CAUTION :
To reduce the risk of electric shock- Disconnect power to the receptacle before installing or removing the unit.

CONNECTIONS

E-ACLM-V-V2
Connect Voltage Source(s)

1. Connect a voltage source (50-250VAC, 47-63Hz) to the ACLM-V at “AC IN 1”.
2.  Connect a second voltage source (50-250VAC, 47-63Hz) to the ACLM-V at “AC IN 2”.

Note :
The voltage source connected to “AC IN 1” does not need to be the same voltage or frequency as the voltage source connected to “AC IN 2”.

E-ACLM-Pxx-V2
Connect Voltage Source and Load

1. Connect a voltage source (50-250VAC, 47-63Hz) to the ACLM-Pxx at “AC IN”.
2.  Connect an AC load device to the “AC OUT” that is compatible with the voltage source connected to “AC IN”. The device connected to “AC OUT” must be rated at 12A or less for model –P12, 8A or less for –P8, or 18A or less for –P18.

Connect Sensor to E-xD
With the voltage source(s) and load connected to the sensor (as applicable), connect a CAT5/5e/6 cable between the “Cat5” connector on the sensor and one of the “RJ45” sensor ports on the E-xD. This cable can be up to 1,000 feet in length
(Exception: This cable is limited to 750 feet (24AWG minimum) for E-ACLM-P18 when connected to E-5D/2D), The pinout for this cable can be found below.

Sensor Cable

The CAT5 connection cable between the ENVIROMUX and the “Cat5” port on the ACLM-V/-P sensor is terminated with RJ45 connectors and must be wired according to the EIA/TIA 568 B industry standard. Wiring is as per the table and drawing below.

Pin Wire **Color Pair**

1| White/Orange| 2
2| Orange| 2
3| White/Green| 3
4| Blue| 1
5| White/Blue| 1
6| Green| 3
7| White/Brown| 4
8| Brown| 4

USE AND OPERATION

For instruction on how to monitor and use the data provided by the E-ACLM-V / -P Line Monitors, see the ENVIROMUX manual. Most of the features configurable on the E-ACLM-V and -P Line Monitors are common to all sensors and are described in the manual for the ENVIROMUX. This manual will introduce features that are new and not described in that manual.
The sensor status page for the E-ACLM-V and –P includes a chart detailing information not found in the primary status bar. The chart includes:

•  the last reading taken for the line frequency
•  number of swells,sags, and spikes that have occurred
•  the current setting of the spike threshold.
•  the current status of the outlet relay (ACLM-P only)

The E-ACLM-P additionally displays the present current draw and either the input voltage or the power consumption depending on whether the sensor status being viewed is the “Power Status” or the “Voltage Status” respectively, as seen in the images below.

A Configure button on the page allows the user to configure parameters of the sensor.
Note :
Configuration options on this page are similar to those of other ENVIROMUX sensors and are covered at length in the ENVIROMUX manual.

NTI E-ACLM-V/-P AC LINE MONITOR

To configure the spike threshold , click on “Voltage Spike Threshold”. Select the value to use from the dropdown. Options include 50, 250, 500 and 1000 volts.

Relay Settings include

Feature Description

Disconnect Type| Select the type of reading that will effect the operation of the relay (see below)
Disconnect| Place a checkmark to manually disconnect power through the relay (the Disconnect Type must be set to “Manual”)
Reconnect on normal| Select if the outlet should be powered ON when the reading has returned to the normal operating range (provided the Disconnect Type isn’t set to “Manual”)
Enable Min. Threshold| Select if the outlet should power OFF when the minimum threshold setting is reached
Minimum Threshold| Define what the minimum threshold value is
Enable Max Threshold| Select if the outlet should power OFF when the maximum threshold setting is reached
Maximum threshold| Define what the maximum threshold value is
Disconnect Holdoff Time| Number of seconds to delay power OFF when the minimum or maximum threshold setting is reached
Reconnect Holdoff Time| Number of seconds to delay powering ON when the reading has returned to normal operating range (only applicable if Reconnect on Normal is selected)

Disconnect Types:

•  Manually- the user can select/deselect the “Disconnnect” box to power the outlet ON/OFF
•  Threshold Voltage- control power to the outlet based on minimum and or maximum configurable threshold voltage readings
•  Threshold Current- control power to the outlet based on maximum configurable threshold current readings
•  Threshold Power- control power to the outlet based on maximum configurable threshold power readings

Once settings are changed, press the Save button to save them.
Power Relay Sensor
As of E-xD firmware version 4.5, when an E-ACLM-Px-V2 is connected, an additional Power Relay sensor is installed. The Power Relay gives user direct control over the ON/OFF function of the relay. The user can quickly change the state of the relay at any time provided the relay “Disconnect Type” (above and previous page) is set to “Manual”.

The user can select Deactivate or Activate, press “Apply Changes”, and the relay will change to the chosen state. Additionally they can press “Configure” and change the settings to enable alert messages to go to any configured users.
Note :
Configuration options on this page are similar to those of other ENVIROMUX sensors and are covered at length in the ENVIROMUX manual.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Sensor Performance Specifications

• AC Inlet (ACLM-V-V2). EC 320 C14
• AC Inlet (ACLM-P12/-P8-V2) EC 320 C14
• AC Outlet (ACLM-P12/-P8-V2) EC 320 C13
• AC Intlet (ACLM-P18-V2) EC 320 C20
• AC Outet (ACLM-P18-V2) EC 320 C19
• Maximum Spike Threshold 1kVAC
• Voltage Range 50 to 250VAC
• Voltage Frequency Range 47 to 63Hz
• Voltage Accuracy ±1%FS at 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)
• Frequency Accuracy ±1%
• Measurable Current range………………………………………………… …300mA to 20A
• Continuous Current (ACLM-P12-V2) 12A
• Continuous Current (ACLM-P8-V2) 8A
• Continuous Current (ACLM-P18-V2) 18A
• Maximum Current (ACLM-P12-V2) 15A
• Maximum Current (ACLM-P8-V2) 10A
• Maximum Current (ACLM-P18-V2) 20A
• Current Accuracy ±2.7%
• Voltage Supply 12VDC from E-XD
• Max Current Consumption (ACLM-P12/P8-V2). 130mA
• Max Current Consumption (ACLM-V-V2) 70mA
• Max. Cable Length (from Sensor to E-16D). 1000 ft
• Max. Cable Length (from Sensor to E-2D/5D)…………………….….ACLM-V-V2 1000ft
• ACLM-P8/12-V2 1000ft
• ACLM-P18-V2 750ft (24AWG minimum) Communication Type RS485
• Data rate kbps max

_ General Specifications_

• Temperature Range 32° to 104° F (0° to 40° C)
• Humidity Range 20% to 80% RH
• Enclosure Size (WxDxH) 2.5” x 3.25″ x 1.03”

_ Compliance Specifications_

• CE Mark BS EN55022: 2006+A1:2007
• ESD Protection BS EN61000-4-2: 2009
• RoHS All parts comply with RoHS

TROUBLESHOOTING

Each and every piece of every product produced by Network Technologies Inc is 100% tested to exacting specifications. We make every effort to insure trouble-free installation and operation of our products. If problems are experienced while installing this product, please look over the troubleshooting chart below to see if perhaps we can answer any questions that arise. If the answer is not found in the chart, a solution may be found in the knowledgebase on our website at
http://information.networktechinc.com/jive/kbindex.jspa or please call us directly at 800-742-8324 (800-RGB-TECH) or 330-562-7070 and we will be happy to assist in any way we can.

are fully snapped in.
ACLM-P is not reading power| Breaker on ACLM-P is tripped| Reset circuit breaker
ACLM-P repeatedly trips breaker| Excessive current draw from connected load device| Check connected load device- must be rated at 12A or less for ACLM-P12, 8A or less for ACLM-P8 and 18A or less for ACLM-P18.
No Frequency sensor shown in Summary page of E-xD| · E-xD firmware not updated

· E-xD system not refreshed

| · Updated E-xD with version 2.29 or later.

· Delete the E-ACLM-V/P from the Summary page and wait 30 seconds for sensor to be re-sensed by the E-xD. See Note below.

Note : In order for the E-xD to add the Frequency sensor of the E-ACLM-V/P to the list of sensors, any previously installed E-ACLM-V or ACLM-P must first be deleted from the E-xD Summary page. Within 30 seconds the E-xD will re-sense the E-ACLM-V/P and will include the Frequency sensor in the list of sensors. All applicable sensors included with the E-ACLM-V/P (including Frequency Sensor(s)) will then be available for configuration.

WARRANTY INFORMATION

The warranty period on this product (parts and labor) is two (2) years from the date of purchase. Please contact Network Technologies Inc at 800-742-8324 (800-RGB-TECH) or 330-562-7070 or visit our website at http://www.networktechinc.com for information regarding repairs and/or returns. A return authorization number is required for all repairs/returns.

1. Swells are defined as an AC voltage exceeding the user specified maximum critical threshold for a period of 5 cycles (i.e. 5/60th second for 60Hz) to 1 second’s time.
2.  Sags are defined as an AC voltage exceeding the user specified minimum critical threshold for a period of 5 cycles (i.e. 5/60th second for 60Hz) to 1 second’s time.
3.  Spikes are defined as a sudden high peak event lasting at least 5 microseconds that raises the voltage in either a positive or negative direction.

References

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