Chatsworth Products eConnect K Series User manual

CPI User Manual for eConnect PDU and Electronic Lock Kit 07/20.v3 1
User Manual
for eConnect®
PDU and
Electronic
Lock Kit
Reference Sales Model EA-XXXX
Regulatory Model K-XXXX
Version 3
July 2020
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................. 3
PRODUCT FEATURES ....................................................................................... 4
PRODUCT LABELING AND CERTIFICATIONS ................................................ 6
PDU MODELS ..................................................................................................... 7
INSTALLATION CHECKLIST .............................................................................. 8
For eConnect PDUs and Electronic Lock Kit ...................................................... 8
INSTALLATION GUIDE....................................................................................... 9
USING THE LOCAL DISPLAY .......................................................................... 11
Network Configuration ....................................................................................... 17
Display Setup ..................................................................................................... 19
PDU Settings ..................................................................................................... 20
Update Firmware ............................................................................................... 22
Click on middle button to update firmware for the PDU. ................................... 22
Optional - Click on: ............................................................................................ 22
PDU Model Information ..................................................................................... 23
Optional - Click on: ............................................................................................ 23
USING THE BUILT-IN WEB SERVER (GUI) APPLICATION .......................... 24
Outlet – Groups ................................................................................................. 33
eConnect Cabinet Access Control – Overview ................................................. 34
Cabinet Access – Settings ................................................................................ 35
Cabinet Access – Radius Card Settings ........................................................... 36
Logging – Overview ........................................................................................... 37
Logging – Export Logs ....................................................................................... 38
Select type of file and select the log file to be exported. .................................. 38
Notification - Thresholds .................................................................................... 40
Environmental Thresholds ................................................................................. 40
Environmental Thresholds (Continued)............................................................. 40
Notification - Routing ......................................................................................... 41
Settings – PDU .................................................................................................. 43
Settings – PDU - Clone ..................................................................................... 45
Settings - Environmental ................................................................................... 46
Settings – Network............................................................................................. 47
Settings – SNMP ............................................................................................... 48
Settings – Emails ............................................................................................... 49
Administration – User Management .................................................................. 50
Administration – Radius Authentication ............................................................ 51
Administration – LDAP Authentication .............................................................. 52
Administration – Advanced ................................................................................ 52
Administration – Upgrade Firmware .................................................................. 54
BUILT-IN SOFTWARE FEATURES .................................................................. 56
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE .......................................................................... 56
REPLACING THE CONTROLLER MODULE ................................................... 58
APPENDIX ......................................................................................................... 61

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INTRODUCTION
User Manual for eConnect PDU and Electronic Lock Kit
This document is the User Manual for CPI eConnect Power Distribution Units (PDUs)
(Sales Models EA-XXXX, Regulatory Model K-XXXX) and Electronic Lock Kit.
©2020 Chatsworth Products, Inc. All rights reserved.
UL Listed for use in U.S. and Canada.
Legal Information
The information contained in this guide is subject to change without notice.
Chatsworth Products, Inc. (CPI) shall not be liable for technical or editorial
errors or omissions contained herein; nor is it liable for any injury, loss, or
incidental or consequential damages resulting from the furnishing,
performance or use of this material and equipment.
Warranty
CPI warrants all CPI-branded hardware products to be free from defects in material and/or
workmanship (CPI’s Standard Limited Warranty) for a period of three (3) years following
the date of purchase (the Original Warranty Period).
The customer must contact CPI in writing or by oral communication confirmed in writing
within the Original Warranty Period to report a product that the customer claims is
defective. CPI reserves the sole and absolute right to determine whether or not the
product or any part thereof is defective. In the event a product (or any part thereof) is
determined by CPI to be defective (an Accepted Claim), CPI will provide a re-
manufactured or replacement product or part (the Replacement Product) at no cost to the
customer and issue a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number.
Extended Limited Warranty
CPI Extended limited warranties on CPI-Branded Electronic and Non-Electronic hardware
products are available for two additional years beyond the expiration of the Original
Warranty Period (3 years). CPI’s Extended Limited Warranty can be purchased
concurrently with, or separately from, the initial purchase of the product until the expiration
of the Original Warranty Period for that product.
For more information on CPI Warranties, visit the website.
Nomenclature
PDU : eConnect Power Distribution Unit product
Socket/Receptacle/Outlet : Electrical output port
Secure Array
®
: Connects up to 32 PDUs under one IP address. A second
connection provides failover capability, allowing linked PDUs to stay connected
when one loses functionality.
Locking Outlet: PDUs with locking IEC C13 and C19 outlets that secure equipment
power cords to vertical PDUs to prevent accidental disconnections.
Primary Role : The role that is assigned to the PDU that is attached to the network
and serves as the beginning of the Secure Array. This PDU should

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have a level of functionality that is equal to or higher than that of all the remaining
PDUs within the array. In an array with several PDUs with the highest level of
functionality, the PDU with the most outlets among this group should be assigned
the Primary Role.
Secondary Role
: The role assigned to a PDU that is 1) linked to the primary PDU, or
2) a standalone PDU.
Alternate Role: The role assigned to the PDU that is connected to the network to
provide a backup network connection if the Primary Role PDU loses power. This
PDU must be equivalent to the Primary PDU in functionality and number of outlets.
PRODUCT FEATURES
Vertically Mounted PDUs:
Physical Dimensions: refer to product cut sheet at
www.chatsworth.com
Input Voltage:
100 – 415 Volts, varies by part number
Output Voltage:
100 – 240 Volts, varies by part number
Input/Output Configurations: Please refer to the cut sheet for the
specific model available at chatsworth.com
Power Input Cable:
Length: Standard: 10 ft (3 m)
Gauge: 6 – 12 AWG, varies by part number
Plug type: Current, Voltage and Configuration dependent,
varies by part number. Some PDUs have an IEC C20 Input
and do not include a power input cable.
Circuit Breakers:
Type: Single or Double Pole Electro-hydraulic UL489 listed
Breakers Quantity: One, two, three or six, varies by part
number
Rating: 20 Amp
Receptacles:
Types: NEMA, IEC, varies by part number
Quantity: Varies by part number
Rating: C13: 10 Amp, C19: 16 Amp; 5-20R: 16 Amp, varies
by part number
Mounting:
Mounting style: 2 x Tool-less Buttons on the PDU rear cover Distances:
61.25” (1556 mm) and 64.75” (1645 mm) apart
Positions: 4 mounting positions (A1, A2, B1, B2)
Single-phase unit. Actual
information displayed may vary
depending on whether the unit is
single- or three-phase.

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Field-replaceable Main Control Module
The Main Control Module can be replaced at the customer
site without having to return the entire PDU
LCD local display with push button control:
Dimension: 1.5” x 2.0” (38 mm x 51 mm)
Resolution: 240 x 320
Proprietary Auxiliary ports:
For Electronic Lock Kit or other peripherals
Connector type: (2) RJ45
Aux1: For rear door
Aux 2: For front door
Console 2 port:
Console 2 is a Micro USB connection.
Same functions as Console 1.
Note: This is the port used for CLI connection. For CLI connection you
must use a standard YOST cable. Refer to Appendix
Status LED
Ethernet port:
Connector type: (1) RJ45 Speed:
10/100/1000
Megabit/sec
Support: IPv6; IPv4; SNMP v1, v2, v3
Note: If using the 10/100/1000MB Ethernet port at a 1000MB (Gigabit)
speed, please use shielded Ethernet cables only.
Console 1 port:
RJ45 YOST serial connection.
The Console1 is typically connected via a Cable – RJ45 YOST
connector (PDU) to a DB-9 connector (PC)
Note: This is the port used for CLI connection. For CLI connection you
must use a standard YOST cable. Refer to Appendix
USB ports
Quantity: 2 USB-A
Function: CPI Firmware upgrades
Temp/Humidity sensor will be plugged into either standard USB1 or
USB2 port
Secure Array/PDU Linking/Serial Port:
Connector type: (2) RJ45
(1) link-in/serial combo port
(1) link-out port for serial communication and PDU linking using a
Cat 5/6 cable
2
1
5
6
7
8
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3

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PRODUCT LABELING AND CERTIFICATIONS
The presence of the CE Mark on equipment means that it has been
designed, tested and certified as complying with all applicable
European Union (CE) regulations and recommendations.
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, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Samples of this product met UL's safety requirements for US and
Canada.
Do not dispose this product as unsorted municipal waste.

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PDU MODELS
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INSTALLATION CHECKLIST
For eConnect PDUs and Electronic Lock Kit
Safety Warnings and Cautions
• DO NOT OPEN THE CHASSIS of an eConnect PDU. There are no user
serviceable parts within an eConnect PDU, except for eConnect Controller
Module. Opening or removing covers, receptacle plates, or other access points
may expose you to dangerous shock hazards or other risks. Refer all servicing
to qualified service personnel.
• Do not spill any liquids on the chassis.
• Do not insert objects of any kind into the eConnect chassis via vent holes or any
openings as they may contact dangerous voltage points, which can be fatal or
cause harmful electric shock, fire or equipment failure.
• Do not place any heavy objects on the power cord. Damage to the cord may
cause shock or fire.
• PDU must be installed VERTICALLY in a RESTRICTED ACCESS LOCATION.
• RESTRICTED ACCESS LOCATION: location for equipment where both of the
following apply:
• Access can only be gained by SERVICE PERSONS or by USERS who
have been instructed about the reasons for the restrictions applied to the
location and about any precautions that shall be taken
• Access is using a TOOL or lock and key, or other means of security, and
is controlled by the authority responsible for the location.
• Hot surface warning label: The equipment may be hot under full load.
• If using the 10/100/1000MB Ethernet port at a 1000MB (Gigabit) speed, please
use shielded Ethernet cables only.
Checklist for Electronic Lock Kit:
• Connect wires between latch and CAN bus module
• Connect wires between sensors and CAN bus module
• Connect wires between CAN bus and PDU. Aux 1 should be connected to the
rear door’s CAN module. Aux 2 should be connected to the front door’s CAN
module.
• Login to the web GUI using the default login information of “admin/admin”, and
navigate to the “Cabinet Access – Settings” page.
• Select the checkbox for the appropriate lock you wish to enable, and click “Save”
• The lock is powered when you see a continuous blue light on the lock. At this
point you should be able to refresh the web page and see the status update
appropriately.
• Program the Card Reader and Smart Card ID (Go to Page 84 for detailed
information).
• Use the web GUI to change cabinet access and logging settings (Cabinet
Access and Logging tabs respectively)
• The light will flash magenta/blue when the latch opens

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INSTALLATION GUIDE
Preparation:
• Prepare a plan identifying where each rack device is to be connected to the
PDU receptacle. For ease of power cord management, if you are installing a
vertically mounted PDU, it is recommended to connect the rack device to the
receptacle that is approximately at the same height.
• When using in North America, regulatory rating of input is de-rated to 80% of
input plug. Please use a breaker with corresponding rating upstream of the
PDU.
o 20 A for PDU Input current rated 16 A
o 30 A for PDU Input current rated 24 A
o 40 A for PDU input current rated 32 A
o 60 A for PDU input current rated 48 A
o 80 A for PDU input current rated 64 A
o 100 A for PDU input current rated 80 A
• It is recommended to retain the PDU Ethernet Hardware Address (MAC
address) available through the LCD display under PDU Info. It’s recommended
to record the PDU name, rack/cabinet name, location and MAC address for
future reference.
• If the rack device has more than 1 input for power for purpose of redundancy,
the power cables should be connected to different PDUs.

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Locking Outlets:
The locking receptacles feature a locking lever that engages
with IEC corded plugs.
To engage, insert the IEC plug into the receptacle until you
hear a click. Ensure the locking lever is engaged by squeezing
the lever and IEC plug together.
To disengage, pull the locking lever away from the IEC plug
until it holds in the open position. Then, disengage the IEC plug
from the receptacle. If the locking lever does not hold open, use
one of your fingers to hold it open as you disengage the IEC
plug.
External Connections:
1. Install the PDU into the cabinet and secure the PDU external ground
wire to the cabinet ground stud.
2. Optional: Ethernet Port: Connect to LAN. Use CAT5/6 cable. Note: If
using the 10/100/1000MB Ethernet port at a 1000MB (Gigabit) speed,
please use shielded Ethernet cables only.
3. Optional: Environmental Probe Port.
a. Use USB Temperature and Humidity Sensor (P/N 14665-
001)/ Attach to USB ports.
4. Optional: Out Port: For Secure Array when linking PDUs.
a. Use a standard CAT5/6 cable.
5. Optional: USB Port: For firmware upgrades use USB Flash Drive.
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Energizing the PDU
• Attach the input power cord to a matching power source.
• The PDU status light will blink Green for about 90 seconds as the PDU is booting up.
• A solid Green status light will follow with the LCD display coming on and displaying all
zeroes.
• Once the PDU is energized, connect cabinet devices to their respective outlets.
USING THE LOCAL DISPLAY
CPI’s multifunctional LCD display has a 240 x 320 pixel resolution and can be navigated
by three soft buttons located immediately above the display.
The local interface can display the following
information:
• Sum of current, voltage and power values
for single-phase PDUs
• Line input current and sum of voltage and
power values on three-phase PDUs
• Current, voltage, power and power factor
values per branch breaker
• Temperature and humidity values when
optional environmental sensors are attached
• Per outlet current on Monitored Pro and
Switched Pro models
• Alarm notification when predefined warning
or critical thresholds are reached
The local interface can also be used to set up many
functions of an eConnect PDU as following:
• Network IP setup (v4 and v6)
• Display settings – brightness, timeout,
orientation
• PDU role (primary or secondary)
• PDU info
Actual Informatin displayed may vary depending on
whether the unit is single- or three-phase.

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Basic Menu Navigation
The legend below explains the meaning of each button on the PDU display:
Menu button/icon definitions and functions
Go to the Main Menu.
Note: In PDUs in the Secure Array, the blue
icon — —turns green—
Note: The home icon turns purple during a
firmware upgrade—
Select the highlighted menu item.
Go to Setup menu.
Move highlighted menu item down or to the
right.
Move highlighted menu item up or to the left.
Actual Informatin displayed may vary depending on
whether the unit is single- or three-phase.

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Monitoring PDU Conditions
The main screen on single-phase PDUs list total amperage, voltage and
power usage by equipment attached to the PDU. The main screen on three
phase PDUs lists total voltage and power usage by equipment attached to
the PDU.
Single-phase PDU
Three-phase PDU
From the Main menu press:
Left button to set up the PDU
Middle button to view the next screen
Right button to go back to the Main Menu
The following screen(s) list branch circuit values (CB1, CB2
or XY, YZ, ZX). There is one screen per phase/branch.

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From the Main menu press:
Left button to set up the PDU
Middle button to scroll through the remaining screens
Right button to go back to the Main Menu
After scrolling through the branch/phase screens, the PDU will display the Environment
summary screen. USB Temperature and Humidity Sensor (P/N 14665-001) must be
attached to the PDU for environmental values to display.
From the Main menu press:
Middle button to view next data screen. This will
return to the PDU Total screen
Left button to set up the PDU
Right button to go back to the Main Menu
On Monitored Pro and Switched Pro PDUs, the following screen(s) list total current use for
Electronic Lock Kith outlet. Eight outlets are listed on Electronic Lock Kith screen.

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From the Main menu press:
Left button to set up the PDU
Middle button to go to the next data screen
Right button to go back to the Main Menu
Alarms
When any alarm or warning threshold is hit, the Alarms summary will be displayed before
the PDU Total values when the Home Icon is selected.
Color codes:
Text with Yellow background: Warning condition was
reached.
Text with Red background: Critical condition
was reached.
From the Main menu press:
Left button to access the setup menu
Middle button to view additional summary screens
Right button to go back to the Main Menu

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Additionally, when there is an alarm, the out-of-range
measurements are highlighted on the respective summary
screen, and the LED next to the display
will flash.

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Network Configuration
Using DHCP
The default setting for the PDU is enabled for DHCP. To obtain the IP address for the PDU
assigned by DCHP server, the PDU must be rebooted (go to PDU Settings to reset device).
To use Zero Touch Provisioning (ZTP) with DHCP, go here.
Using Static IP Address
Make sure to switch the DHCP option to “NO”, then follow the instructions below.
Select the Left Button to access the PDU Setup Menu
Left button to traverse
down the list of options
Middle button to select
the highlighted option
Right button to traverse
up the list of options
Select Exit to exit this screen
Click on middle button to set up
IPv4 Network
Left button to traverse
down the list of options
Middle button to select the
highlighted option
Right button to traverse up
the list of options
Select Save or Cancel to exit this screen
Save updates IP information
immediately
Cancel makes no changes to the setup
Return to the Setup Menu

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Use the Left Button to select
IPv6 Network.
Click on middle button to set up
IPv6 Network Use the Left Button to
select IPv6 Network
• Select Save or Cancel to
exit this screen
• Save updates IP
information immediately
• Cancel makes no
changes to the setup
• Make sure the settings
are “YES” for Enable
and “NO” for DHCP,
then enter the PDU
Address and Netmask
• Select Save or Cancel
to exit this screen
• Save updates IP
information
immediately
• Cancel makes no
changes to the setup

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Display Setup
Return to the Setup Menu.
Use the Left button to select Display.
Click on middle button to set up the Display
Click on:
Left button to traverse down the list of options
Middle button to select the highlighted option
Right button to traverse up the list of options
Timeout – Controls how long display remains on (minutes)
Brightness – Controls display brightness (1-9)
Input Cord – Controls display orientation (TOP or BOT
input cord location). This rotates the display 180° so that it
can be easily read regardless of whether the PDU is
mounted with the cord toward the top or bottom of the
cabinet. The display will automatically orient on power up.
Outlet – Controls whether individual outlet current
measurements are displayed (Show or Hide) on Monitored
Pro and Switched Pro models
Select Save or Cancel to exit this screen
Save updates IP information immediately
Cancel makes no changes to the setup

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PDU Settings
Return to the Setup Menu.
Use the left button to select PDU Settings.
Click on middle button to set up advanced info for the PDU
Optional - Click on:
Left button to traverse down the list of options
Middle button to select the highlighted option
Right button to traverse up the list of options
Role – There are three roles for the PDU: Secondary,
Primary and Alternate. Secondary is the default role.
Choose PRIMARY if PDU is the FIRST PDU in a
Secure Array. Only one PDU may be Primary, and
this must be the PDU with the highest level of
functionality and highest number of outlets within that
functionality. Choose
ALTERNATE if the PDU will be
a backup to the Primary. Only one PDU may be
ALTERNATE, and this PDU must match the
functionality and outlet quantity of the Primary in order
to fully support the array. Otherwise keep or choose
SECONDARY. See page 67 for additional details.
Temp – Choose Celsius or Fahrenheit
Restore Defaults – Choose to select which fields will
be restored (confirmation needed, see details on the
next page)
Update FW – Choose to update firmware locally
through USB port
Save – Confirm all changes made in this session
Cancel – Cancel all changes made in this session