AKCP Inline Power Meter AC 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..................................................................8
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 a power strip, or AC voltage equipment, monitoring the voltage (V), current (A) and
Kilowatt Hours (kWh) being consumed with billable grade accuracy. Remotely switch
devices 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 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, or to the equipment being connected, 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 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 user’s hands are wet.
When servicing or replacing the ILPM, use only the same model number 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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Connecting the Inline Power Meter
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.
Connect 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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Inline Power Meter Installation Example
The above installation example shows how the ILPM is connected to the SP2+ unit and
the AC equipment installed in this server cabinet.

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Connecting to existing power strips
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 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+
and securityProbe+ base units.
Current = AC RMS Current to the load.
Voltage = AC RMS Voltage of the load.
Active Power = Power in kW (kilowatt), is the real power transmitted to loads such as
motors, lamps, heaters, and computers.
Power Factor = In AC circuits, the power factor is the ratio of the active power
consumed by a component or circuit to the apparent power. It is an indicator of the
quality of design and management of an electrical installation.
Total Active Energy = The total power in kWh (kilowatt hours) consumed by the load in
the AC circuit.
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. Most power supplies in equipment have a small amount of leakage current.
(Optional) Relay = Allows the ability to shut off or turn on the power to the load.
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.

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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.
Inline Current Advanced Settings
By clicking on the Advanced tab you can then setup the Rearm, Data Collection type. Enable
the Calendar, Graph or Filter Status.
Note: Advanced Settings are exactly the same for each InlinePower Meter reading sensor.