AKCP ILPM User manual

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Inline Power Meter AC
Manual
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Table of Contents
What is the ILPM (Inline Power Meter) & Essential Benefits & Safety.....................3
Connecting the ILPM..................................................................................................5
Example of ILPM Installation ...............................................................6
Connecting the ILPM to Power Strips .................................................7
What can the ILPM Monitor .................................................................8
Setting up the ILPM in the SP+ Web UI ....................................................................89
Optional Latched Relay........................................................................14

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What is the Inline Power Meter - AC Version
The ILPM is an “in-line” AC power meter that is connected between the electrical source
and the a power strip, or an AC voltage equipment, monitoring the voltage (V), current
(A) and Kilowatt Hours (kWh) being consumed with billable grade accuracy. Remotely
switch devices on with an optional relay. The relay is a Bi-Stable Latched relay, which
retains its state regardless of whether it is receiving power or not.
Essential Benefits
Check how close you are to tripping your circuit breaker
Ensure sufficient power overhead before adding new equipment to a circuit
Bill individual clients in co-located services
Monitor up to 16 Inline Power Meters from a single sensorProbe+ or SEC+
The AC ILPM comes in either a 16A or 32Amp version. AC Voltage rating = 110AC to
220VAC. Please refer to the product datasheet for specific part numbers and connector
types.
Very Important note: The ILPM is ONLY compatible with the SP+ (SP2+, SPX+ &
SEC+) base units and will not work on the securityProbe or sensorProbe family of base
units. They also are not compatible with any version of the AKCess AKCP Pro Server
prior to v13.0.
Rules for Safe Operation
•To avoid possible electric shock or personal injury, and to avoid possible damage
to the ILPM sensor Meter, or to the equipment being connected,to, please adhere to
the following rules:-
•Before using the ILPM,inspect the housing. Do not use the ILPM if the housing
or any portions of the power input and output connectors are damaged.
•DO NOT connect the ILPM, or the power plugs to the AC power input source
without first cutting or disengaging the AC power that will connect to the ILPM
power input connection.
•When connecting the AC power plugs, or direct AC lines/cables to the ILPM’s
make sure you are connecting the positive (Line or Hot Phase), negative (Neutral
or Return Phase) and ground (Protective Earth Ground) correctly.
•Ensure that the sensorProbe+ or securityProbe+ base units, and the equipment
being connected to is are properly grounded.
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•Do not apply more than the rated AC voltage and AC current as specified for the
ILPM.
•Do not install the ILPM in an environment where there is very high humidity,
flammables or anywhere near or in contact with strong magnetic fields.
•Do not install or use the ILPM if the meter is wet or if the customer’s user’s hands
are wet.
•When servicing or replacing the ILPM, use only the same model number and with
identical electrical specifications.
•The internal circuits and components of the ILPM must not be tampered with.
Tampering with the internal circuitry can cause damage to the ILPM and personal
injury.
•Always use common sense when working with the AC voltages and current to
ensure your safety and if you are not sure please consult with a qualified
electrician.
•AKCP is not liable for any type of damage or injury resulting from a lack of
knowledge or incorrectly installed equipment.

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Noted in the image below, you need to connect the RJ-45 extension cable from the RJ-
45 port on the unit to the RJ-45 sensor port on the sensorProbe+ or securityProbe+
base unit.
With the AC power disconnected, connect the AC power plug to the AC power source
using the “Power In” line on the ILPM. Then connect the AC power plug to the “Power
Out” line and then to the AC load or power strip. [[sentence is confusing, maybe just say
: cConnect the AC power plug of the “Power In” to the AC power source, and the AC
power plug of the “Power Out” to the AC appliance or the power strip.]]
The following image shows an example how the ILPM has been installed in a 19” server
cabinet to monitor the other equipment that has been installed in the cabinet.

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The above installation example shows how the ILPM is connected to the SP2+ unit and
the AC equipment installed in this server cabinet.
Connecting to existing power strips

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With the AC power disconnected, first connect the “Power In” connector to the power
wires on ILPM power in port, then connect the “Power Out” connector first to the ILPM
then the other end connector to the power strip as shown in the image below.
Then connect the RJ-45 extension cable from the ILPM to the RJ-45 sensor port on the
sensorProbe+.
A variety of the AC power plug types can be ordered for each specific requirement as
shown above. Please refer again to the ILPM sensor datasheet for the part numbers
and ordering information.

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What can the Inline Power Meter monitor?
The Inline Power Meter can monitor and record the following from the sensorProbe+
base units.
Current = AC RMS Current to the load.
Voltage = AC RMS Voltage of the load.
Active Power = pPower in kW (kilowatt), it is the real power transmitted to loads such
as motors, lamps, heaters, and computers.Power merely absorbed and returned in load
due to its reactive properties is referred to as reactive power. ... Total power in the AC
circuit[[needed to rephrase this, confusing.]]
Power Factor = In AC circuits, the power factor is the ratio of the active power
consumed by a component or circuit to the apparent poweris the ratio of the real power
that is used to do work and the apparent power that is supplied to the circuit.It is an
indicator of the quality of design and management of an electrical installation.
[[needed to rephrase this, confusing.]]
Leakage Current = Leakage current is the current that flows from the AC circuit in the
equipment to the chassis, or to the ground,and can be either from the input or the
output. If the equipment is not properly groundedMost power supplysupplies in
equipmentshave a small amount of leakage current.
(Optional) Relay = Allows the ability to shut off or turn on the power to the load.
Maximum Current & Power
Below shows the maximum current & power (temporary overload condition) for each
model.
1a) maximum measurement range of current for 16A model = 16A, current reading
value will saturate at 16A, device is rated for 20A max (derated 16A for UL),
1b) maximum measurement range of power for 16A model = 3.84 kW (16A x 240V, with
PF=1)
2a) maximum measurement range of current for 32A model = 32A, current reading
value will saturate at 32A, device is rated for 32A max (derated 24A for UL)
2b) maximum measurement range of power for 32A model = 7.68 kW (32A x 240V, with
PF=1)
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ILPM Sensor Web UI Setup
After connecting the ILPM to the base unit and connecting the power, log into the SP+
or SEC+ base unit as administrator and navigate to the sensors page as shown above.
As shown in the screen shot below, then you would click on the sensor port that the
ILPM is connected to and choose which sensor to setup.

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Inline Current
Now you can set your current thresholds as shown in the screen shot below.