Amphenol nrgCONTROL-BT User manual

nrgCONTROL-BT
Installation Guide
nrgSMART describes the family of distributed network
monitoring and management products, from BDFBs to
high-current and low-current secondary panels.
nrgSMART allows you to collect performance data on
distributed assets and tools to help you efficiently
access business critical and actionable information.
Amphenol Network Solutions recognizes the industry
need to manage distributed assets more efficiently, get
better power performance out of deployed assets, as
well as pursue realistic and achievable alternative
energy goals. Through nrgSMART, access to data at
the equipment level provides the foundation for
managing performance of a distributed DC power
distribution system.
•Individual circuit monitoring: Measure power at
the circuit level. This enables powerful trend
analysis and insights into equipment performance
and enables preventative maintenance processes.
−High accuracy, 100% passive monitoring,
modular sensor modules
•Collect feed voltage, circuit current and
temperature
•Network data collection: Intelligent interpretation
of the collected data, based on equipment data
signature (smart alarms), drives relevant business
decisions. The nrgCONTROL-BT uses an SNMP
interface to send data to a customer’s network
management system such as Forseer or Osprey.

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Table of Contents
Section One: Overview .....................................................................................................................................................3
1.2 Specifications........................................................................................................................................................4
1.3 Important Installation Guidelines ..........................................................................................................................4
Section Two: Installation ...................................................................................................................................................5
2.1 Inspection .............................................................................................................................................................5
2.2 Rack Mounting......................................................................................................................................................6
2.3 Grounding.............................................................................................................................................................7
2.4 Input Wiring...........................................................................................................................................................7
2.5 Chassis Fuse Replacement..................................................................................................................................7
2.6 nrgCONTROL nrgNET Connectivity.....................................................................................................................8
Section Three: nrgCONTROL-BT Dimensions.............................................................................................................. 11
List of Figures
Fig. 1: nrgCONTROL-BT front view..................................................................................................................................3
Fig. 2: nrgCONTROL-BT rear view without tie bar shown................................................................................................3
Fig. 3: nrgCONTROL-BT DC power pin out......................................................................................................................3
Fig. 4: Bracket orientation as shipped...............................................................................................................................6
Fig. 5: Bracket orientation or rack mounting .....................................................................................................................6
Fig. 6: nrgNET shown without tie bar and service links....................................................................................................8

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Section One: Overview
The Amphenol Network Solutions nrgCONTROL-BT coordinates and collects data for up to 30 nrgSMART enabled
devices. Panels are connected over a simple daisy chain connection. One IP address is all that is required for all attached
PDU panels.
For new deployments the controller interface is built into the nrgBDFB. For expansion, single rack deployment or outdoor
enclosures, Amphenol Network Solutions provides the 1RU controller.
The nrgCONTROL-BT is capable of connecting to DC power in the range of -20V to -57V. Redundant power input is also
configurable based on the pin-out description in Fig. 3.
Using nrgSMART’s SNMP interface, pull data into your network management system of choice to get network wide
access and visibility to sites that deploy the nrgSMART controller/PDU panels. Get real-time data such as current,
voltage, breaker trips or blown fuses, and temperature for individual circuits. Uniquely identify and label assets to their
individual circuit. It is now possible to track performance based on asset.
Pin Number
Feed
Voltage Polarity
Pin 1
A feed
Positive voltage
Pin 2
A feed
Negative voltage
Pin 3
B feed
Positive voltage
Pin 4
B feed
Negative voltage
Fig. 1: nrgCONTROL-BT front view
Fig. 2: nrgCONTROL-BT rear view without tie bar shown
Pin 1 Pin 2 Pin 3 Pin 4
Fig. 3: nrgCONTROL-BT DC power pin out

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1.2 Specifications
Inputs/Outputs
Specifications
Connection to configuration wizard
10/100 Ethernet, RJ-45 jack
Connection to data server
10/100 Ethernet, RJ-45 jack
Connection to nrgSMART panels
nrgNET
Supported browsers
Chrome (recommended)
Voltage range (nominal)
-20V to -57V (nominal -48 VDC)
Input power wire size
#18-12 AWG
Max. operating current
7A
SD card capacity
4 Gigabytes
SD card type
Micro SD
Grounding
Specifications
Earth GND terminal bolts (with washers) for dual-
hole compression lug
Two pair of 1/4-20 threaded holes on 5/8-inch centers.
Torque bolts (using 7/16-inch or 12 mm wrench) to 50
in/lb. (5.5 N•m), max.
Environmental
Specifications
Temperature
-5° to 55°C (23° to 131°F)
Humidity
0 to 90%, non-condensing
Mechanical
Specifications
Dimensions
17" W x 1.73" H x 8.99" D
Weight
8.7 lbs. (10.7 lbs. shipping)
Material
Cold-rolled steel
Finish
Gray, powder coat
Mounting
19"or 23"rack mounting; EIA and WECO
Compliance
UL, NEBS Level 3
1.3 Important Installation Guidelines
•Elevated Operating Ambient Temperature: If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the operating
ambient temperature of the rack environment may be greater than room ambient. Consider installing the
equipment in an environment compatible with the maximum ambient temperature (Tma) specified by the
manufacturer.
•Reduced Air Flow: Maintain the amount of air flow required for safe operation when installing the equipment in a
rack.
•Mechanical Loading: Ensure mechanical loading is even to prevent hazardous conditions.
•Circuit Overloading: Overloading circuits may affect your overcurrent protection and supply wiring. Use
equipment nameplate ratings.
•Reliable Earthing: Maintain reliable earthing of rack-mounted equipment. Pay attention to supply connections
other than direct connections to the branch circuit (e.g., use of power strips).
•Disconnect Device: Incorporate a readily accessible disconnect device in the building installation wiring.

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Section Two: Installation
2.1 Inspection
Please read and understand all instructions before starting installation. If you have questions, contact Amphenol Network
Solutions Technical Support at [e-mail] or call 1-509-926-6000.
When you receive the equipment, carefully unpack it and compare it to the packaging list. Please report any defective or
missing parts to Amphenol Network Solutions Quality at [e-mail] or call 1-509-926-6000. Keep all
documentation that comes with your shipment.
Amphenol Network Solutions is not liable for transit damage. If the product is damaged, please report it to the carrier and
contact Amphenol Network Solutions.
For service or warranty information, please visit Amphenol-ns.com and click on the “Support” tab, email Amphenol
Network Solutions at [e-mail] or call us at 1-509-926-6000.
NOTE: The nrgCONTROL-BT is suitable for installation as part of both a Common Bonding Network (CBN) and an
Isolated Bonding Network (IBN) for installation in Network Telecommunications Facilities and OSP.
NOTE: Do not remove terminal protection brackets until panel is installed in a rack. If the panel is transported outside of
the shipping container, make sure the terminal protection brackets are installed.
NOTE: The nrgCONTROL-BT provides power to the monitoring circuitry in the connected nrgSMART™panels. Some of
these panels require power from the nrgCONTROL-BT to illuminate their front-panel LEDs, and WILL NOT have
illuminated LEDs without being connected to the nrgCONTROL-BT. See the installation guides for each nrgSMART panel
for more details.
ALERT! Verify that all connections meet requirements specified in local electric codes or operating company
guidelines before supplying power. Unit shall be protected by a listed circuit breaker or branch-rated fuse rated
maximum 10A.
ALERT! Install this product within a Restricted Access Location (RAL) where access is through the use of a tool,
lock and key, or other means of security and is controlled by the authority responsible for the location.
ALERT! Only qualified technicians may install and maintain this product.
WARNING! Failure to properly ground this equipment can create hazardous conditions for installation personnel
and for the equipment.

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2.2 Rack Mounting
The nrgCONTROL-BT panel can be mounted in 19-inch and 23-inch EIA and WECO racks.
The nrgCONTROL-BT panel can be flush-mounted to 4-inch extended in 1/2" increments.
1. Unscrew the mounting brackets from the panel and turn them to the mounting position.
See Fig. 4 and Fig. 5 below.
2. Locate an unused rack position and mount panel to the rack using the screws provided. It is best to mount the panel
as high as possible on the rack.
3. Tighten screws to 35 in/lb. (4.29 N•m).
NOTE: Use a seismic rack for best rigidity. If you intend on installing more than one panel per rack, plan a rack
arrangement that dissipates heat efficiently.
Fig. 4: Bracket orientation as shipped
Fig. 5: Bracket orientation or rack mounting

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2.3 Grounding
1. Use a listed (approved) crimping tool to attach a listed (approved), dual-hole compression lug for 1/4-20 on 5/8" centers
ground bolts onto ground wire. The grounding location is on the rear of the panel.
2. Lightly coat antioxidant on lug, ground terminal and surrounding contacting surface.
3. Insert the wire through the opening in the tie bar and connect the lug using the bolts and washers provided.
4. Tighten to 50 in/lb. (5.5 N•m), max.
5. Make sure input power is off (open breaker, phony fuse, open fuse holder at primary distribution panel, or PDU),
before connecting this panel’s power input cables to that PDU.
WARNING! Before connecting input power cables, make sure the input power to the panel is turned off.
2.4 Input Wiring
1. For input wiring —wiring used as input power to this nrgCONTROL-BT panel —follow these steps:
Refer to Fig. 3
a. Remove the power connector from the rear of the panel.
b. Strip 3/8-inch of insulation away from the wire used to power the controller.
c. Insert the wire into the connector and tighten the screw to hold the wire in place.
d. Repeat for each wire for the connector, paying attention to the positive and negative for each feed
(A and B).
2.5 Chassis Fuse Replacement
1. The nrgCONTROL-BT panel provides power to the connected PDU panels via the nrgNET cabling. The nrgNET
cabling power is protected by a 4A GMT fuse located on the rear panel of the nrgCONTROL-BT panel. To replace
this fuse, follow these steps:
Refer to Figures 3 and 6
a. Power down the nrgCONTROL-BT by turning off the upstream breaker or removing the -48V power feed
connector (see Figure 3) on the back of the nrgCONTROL-BT chassis.
b. Carefully remove the blown fuse on the back of the panel and discard (see Figure 6).
c. Replace the blown fuse with a 4A GMT fuse, making sure to install the fuse in the correct orientation
d. Turn power back on by switching on the upstream breaker or re-installing the -48V power feed connector.

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2.6 nrgCONTROL nrgNET Connectivity
nrgNET is the Amphenol Network Solutions proprietary communication link between nrgSMART panels and the
nrgCONTROL controller. The connection uses a single cable with four conductors to provide power and data
communication.
WARNING! Failure to disconnect power prior to connecting nrgSMART PDUs will damage the nrgCONTROL-BT.
Power should be removed prior to connecting panels and servicing.
1. Remove the nrgNET connectors from the nrgNET OUT 1 and nrgNET OUT 2 on the rear of the nrgCONTROL-BT.
2. Insert the two service links provided into the nrgNET OUT 1 and nrgNET OUT 2 on the rear of the nrgCONTROL-BT
as shown in Fig. 7. Service links should be secured to the tie bar using the tie wraps provided. Insert the tie wrap
through the slots in the tie bar on each side of the service link and tighten to secure in place.
3. For nrgNET wiring —wiring used to daisy chain the nrgCONTROL-BT panel to the attached nrgSMART panels
(PDUs) —do the following:
a. Strip 3/8-inch of insulation away from the four conductor wires in the nrgNET cable.
b. Insert the wires into the connector and tighten the screws to hold the wires in place making sure to
connect the proper wire to the pins as illustrated in nrgNET pin outs table and in Fig. 7.
c. Insert the connector into the open end of the service link on the rear of the nrgCONTROL-BT.
4. nrgNET cables can be dressed to the tie bar using the tie wraps provided.
nrgNET1 and nrgNET2 leg
outputs to nrgSMART panels
nrgNET1 and nrgNET2 leg power fuses
Standard GMT style (4A)
Fig. 6: nrgNET shown without tie bar and service links

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WARNING! Failure to connect the wires to the proper pins can result in a failure to communicate between the
nrgCONTROL-BT and the attached nrgSMART panels.
nrgNET Pin Outs
Pin Number
Label
Wire Color
Pin 1
COM +
White
Pin 2
COM -
Blue
Pin 3
SHLD
Drain wire
Pin 4
PWR +
Black
Pin 5
PWR -
Red
Pin 1 Pin 2 Pin 3 Pin 4 Pin 5
Pin 1 Pin 2 Pin 3 Pin 4 Pin 5
Service Link

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To hook up the controller to a laptop or desktop computer:
1. Apply power to the computer and controller.
2. Attach Ethernet cable into the Ethernet port on the PC.
3. Attach the other end of the Ethernet cable into the
LAN porton the front of the controller.
4. In release 4.1.0 and later, the controller is set to
DHCP by default, connect to the network and the IP
address will display on the LCD screen.
5. If no DHCP server is available, the LCD will display
the local link address of 169.254.XXX.XXX
6. Your laptop will need to be on the same subnet as the
IP address displayed on the LCD screen. Contact your
administrator or IT dept. for assistance.
7. Open your internet browser (Chrome is
recommended)
8. In the URL field enter the IP address displayed on the
LCD https://169.254.xxx.xxx and press return.
9. On first login, before the certificate is installed, the
browser may show a security error. Click on “Proceed
to [IP Address] (unsafe)” at the bottom left corner.
If the connection is successful, the nrgSMART login screen will be
displayed. Use the login information shown above for initial setup.
Note: On initial connection, it may take a few minutes to connect to
the login screen.
NOTE: An SSL certificate is required for secure login capabilities.
See the full online user guide for information on downloading and
applying the certificate
https://169.254.xxx.xxx
HTTPS required in latest
firmware release
WARNING: It is highly recommended to change the default
admin password as soon as you login by using the “User
Settings” page. See full user guide for more information.
Default Username: admin
Default Password: adminpassword
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Section Three: nrgCONTROL-BT Dimensions
Amphenol Network Solutions assumes no liability from the application or use of these products. Neither does Amphenol
Network Solutions convey any license under its patent rights or the patent rights of others. This document and the
products described herein are subject to change without notice.
Top view
Front view
Rear view

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FCC Class A Notice
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide a reasonable protection against harmful interference when the
equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the
user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
Modification
Any modification made to this device that are not approved by Amphenol Network Solutions may void the authority
granted to the user by the FCC to operate this equipment.
ICES-003 Class A Notice –Avis NMB-003, Classe A
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme á la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
WARNING! The intra-building port of the equipment is suitable for connection to intra-building or unexposed
wiring or cabling only. The intra-building port of the equipment must not be metallically connected to interfaces
that connect the OSP (outside plant) or its wiring. These interfaces are designed for use as intra-building
interfaces only (Type 2 or Type 4 ports as described in GR-1089) and require isolation from the exposed OSP
cabling. The addition of Primary Protectors is not sufficient protection in order to connect these interfaces
metallically to OSP wiring.
ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE (ESD) PRECAUTIONS! When handling any electronic component or assembly you
must observe the following antistatic precautions to prevent damage. Always disconnect power from the server
and wear a ground wrist strap when working around the nrgCONTROL-BT. Always wear a grounded wrist strap
when handling printed circuit boards. Treat all assemblies, components and interface connections as static-
sensitive.
ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE (ESD) PRECAUTIONS