WTI VMR Standard Series Installation instructions

WTI Part No. 14530
Rev. A
VMR Series
Outlet Metered Switched PDUs
Products Covered:
VMR Standard Series
VMR-HD4D Series
VMR-HD4D-8 Series
VMR-12B Series
VMR-8H20-ATS Series
Hardware Guide

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Warnings and Cautions:
Installation Instructions
Secure Racking
If Secure Racked units are installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, they may
require further evaluation by Certification Agencies. The following items must be
considered.
1. The ambient within the rack may be greater than room ambient. Installation
should be such that the amount of air flow required for safe operation is not
compromised. The maximum temperature for the equipment in this environment is
60°C. Consideration should be given to the maximum rated ambient.
2. Installation should be such that a hazardous stability condition is not achieved due
to uneven loading.
Input Supply
Check nameplate ratings to assure there is no overloading of supply circuits that could
have an effect on overcurrent protection and supply wiring.
Grounding
Reliable earthing of this equipment must be maintained. Particular attention should
be given to supply connections when connecting to power strips, rather than direct
connections to the branch circuit.
No Serviceable Parts Inside; Authorized Service Personnel Only
Do not attempt to repair or service this device yourself. Internal components must be
serviced by authorized personnel only.
• ShockHazard-DoNotEnter
• LithiumBattery
CAUTION:Dangerofexplosionifbatteryisincorrectlyreplaced.Replace
onlywithsameorequivalenttyperecommendedbythemanufacturer.
Discardusedbatteriesaccordingtothemanufacturer'sinstructions.
Disconnect Power
If any of the following events are noted, immediately disconnect the unit from the outlet
and contact qualified service personnel:
1. If the power cord becomes frayed or damaged.
2. If liquid has been spilled into the device or if the device has been exposed to rain
or water.

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Warnings and Cautions
Up to Four Power Supply Cables
Note that some VMR series units feature up to four separate power inlets and a separate
power supply cable for each power inlet. Make certain to disconnect all power supply
cables from their power source before attempting to service or remove the unit.
15 Amp Starter Cable(s)
Depending on your specific model, some VMR Series units may be shipped with either
one or two 125 VAC, 15 Amp "Starter" Cables. These Starter Cables will allow you to
connect the VMR to power for bench testing and initial start up and are adequate for
applications that only require 15 Amps. For 20-Amp power switching applications,
please refer to the WTI Power Cable guide supplied with the unit, or use appropriate
20-Amp cables.
Units with Attached Power Supply Cable(s)
For units with fixed power cords, the socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment
and shall be easily accessible.

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Agency Approvals
FCC Part 15 Regulation
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
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.
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
WARNING: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by
the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate
the equipment
EMC and Safety Directive Compliance
The CE mark is affixed to this product to confirm compliance with the following
European Community Directives:
• CouncilDirective2014/30/EUof26February2014ontheapproximationofthe
lawsofMemberStatesrelatingtoelectromagneticcompatibility;
 and
• CouncilDirective2014/35/ECof26February2014ontheharmonizationof
thelawsofMemberStatesrelatingtoelectricalequipmentdesignedforuse
withincertainvoltagelimits.
Industry Canada - EMI Information
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

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Table of Contents
1. Introduction.............................................................1-1
2. UnitDescription..........................................................2-1
2.1. VMRStandardSeries-FrontPanel........................................2-1
2.2. VMRStandardSeries-BackPanel........................................2-2
2.3. VMR-HD4DSeries-FrontPanel ..........................................2-3
2.4. VMR-HD4DSeries-BackPanel...........................................2-4
2.5. VMR-HD4D-8Series-FrontPanel.........................................2-5
2.6. VMR-HD4D-8Series-BackPanel.........................................2-6
2.7. VMR-12BSeries-FrontPanel............................................2-7
2.8. VMR-12BSeries-BackPanel ............................................2-8
2.9. VMR-8H20-ATSSeries-FrontPanel.......................................2-9
2.10. VMR-8H20-ATS Series - Back Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
2.11. AdditionalButtonFunctions.............................................2-11
3. GettingStarted..........................................................3-1
3.1. ApplyPowertotheVMR.................................................3-1
3.2. ConnectYourComputertotheVMR.......................................3-1
3.3. CommunicatingwiththeVMR............................................3-2
3.4. ControllingPowerOutlets ...............................................3-2
4. HardwareInstallation.....................................................4-1
4.1. Connecting the VMR to Your Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
4.1.1. Installing the Power Supply Cable Keepers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
4.1.2. Connect the VMR to Your Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
4.2. ConnectiontoSwitchedOutlets ..........................................4-2
4.3. SerialSetUpPortConnection ............................................4-2
4.3.1. ConnectingaLocalPC...........................................4-2
4.3.2. Connecting an External Modem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
4.4. ConnectingtheNetworkCable ...........................................4-3
4.5. EmergencyShutOffFunction............................................4-3
Appendices:
A. Specifications.........................................................Apx-1
B. SerialInterfaceDescription..............................................Apx-2
B.1. SerialPort(RS232)...................................................Apx-2
C. CustomerService......................................................Apx-3

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1. Introduction
This Hardware Guide covers set-up and installation for our VMR Series Outlet Metered
Switched PDUs. VMR Series units are designed to simplify the process of remotely
managing vital network elements located at distant network equipment sites and off-site
facilities by providing secure remote access to power metering, switching and reboot
functions at the remote network equipment site.
Note: For instructions regarding configuration and operation of the VMR Series
Device, please refer to the WTI Firmware Guide.
Model Numbers Covered
This Hardware Guide discusses all WTI VMR Series products. Throughout this
Hardware Guide, all of these units are referred to as the "VMR."

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2. Unit Description
2.1. VMR Standard Series - Front Panel
As shown in Figure 2.1, the VMR Series Front Panel includes the following components:
1. SetUpPort: An RJ45 RS232 serial port (DCE configuration) used for connection to
a local terminal or external modem, as described in Section 4.3. Note that on
VMR-HD4H series units, the SetUp port is located on the back panel. For a
description of the Setup Port interface, please refer to Appendix B.
2. "ON"Indicator: An LED that lights when power is applied to the VMR.
3. "RDY"Indicator: (Ready) Flashes if unit is ready to receive commands.
4. DefaultButton: Toggles outlets On/Off or resets unit to factory default parameters
as described in Section 2.11.
5. ResetButton: Reboots and/or resets the VMR to factory defaults as described in
Section 2.11.
6. OutputStatusIndicators: LEDs light when corresponding outlet is switched On.
7. BranchACurrentUsage: Ten LEDs which light to indicate total current usage by
Power Circuit A. The first LED lights when 0% to 9% of maximum rated current is
used, and the last LED lights when over 100% of maximum rated current is used.
8. BranchBCurrentUsage: Same as Item 7 above, except displays values for
Power Circuit B. (Not present on VMR-4HS and VMR-8HS series units.)
9. BranchACircuitBreakers: Two circuit breakers, which protect Branch A. One
circuit breaker protects outlets A1 through A4, and the other circuit breaker protects
outlets A5 through A8.
10. BranchBCircuitBreakers: Same as Item 9 above, except circuit breakers protect
outlets on Branch B. (Not present on VMR-4HS and VMR-8HS series units.)
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Managed Power Controller
SETUP PORT
DEFAULT
OUTPUT STATUS BRANCH A
CURRENT USAGE
RESET
ON RDY
A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8
B1 B2 B3 B4 B5 B6 B7 B8 10% 100%
BRANCH B
CURRENT USAGE
10% 100%
A1 - A4 A5 - A8
B5 - B8B1 - B4
1 2 3 4 56 7 810
9
Figure 2.1: VMR Standard Series - Front Panel (Model VMR-16HD20-1 Shown)

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Unit Description
2.2. VMR Standard Series - Back Panel
As shown in Figure 2.2, the VMR Series Back Panel includes the following components:
1. PowerCircuitA-PowerInlet: An IEC320-C20 AC inlet which supplies power to
VMR control functions and Circuit “A” outlets. Also includes cable keeper
(not shown.)
Notes:
• VMR-8HS20seriesunitsfeatureasinglePowerInlet.
• VMR-HD4D-30andVMR-HD4D-32unitsfeatureattachedpowersupply
cables.
2. PowerCircuitB-PowerInlet: An IEC320-C20 AC inlet which supplies power to
VMR control functions and Circuit “B” outlets. Also includes cable keeper
(not shown.) (Not present on VMR-4HS15 and VMR-8HS20 series units.)
3. PowerCircuitA-SwitchedOutlets: AC Outlets that can be switched On, Off,
rebooted or set to default state in response to user commands.
4. PowerCircuitB-SwitchedOutlets: Same as Item 3 above. (Not present on
VMR-4HS15 and VMR-8HS20 series units.)
5. AlarmIndicatorLights: Two LEDs which light when an alarm condition is detected
at the corresponding power circuit. Note that VMR-4HS15 and VMR-8HS20 series
units only include one power circuit and one Alarm Indicator Light. For information
on Alarm Configuration, please refer to the WTI Firmware Guide.
6. NetworkPort: An RJ45 Ethernet port for connection to your 10/100/1000Base-T,
TCP/IP network. Note that the Network Port also includes two, small LED indicators
for Link and Data Activity. For more information on Network Port configuration,
please refer to the WTI Firmware Guide.
A1
A
B
A 2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8
B1 B2 B3 B4 B5 B6 B7 B8 10/100 BaseT
ACT
A
B
ALARM
LINK
13
2456
Figure 2.2: VMR Standard Series - Back Panel (Model VMR-16HD20-1 Shown)

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Unit Description
2.3. VMR-HD4D Series - Front Panel
As shown in Figure 2.3, the VMR-HD4D Series Front Panel includes the following
components:
1. BranchBCircuitBreakers: Two circuit breakers, which protect Branch B. One
circuit breaker protects outlet B1 and the other circuit breaker protects outlet B2.
2. BranchACircuitBreakers: Same as Item 1 above, except circuit breakers protect
outlets on Branch A.
3. "ON"Indicator: An LED which lights when power is applied to the VMR.
4. "RDY"Indicator: (Ready) Flashes if unit is ready to receive commands.
5. DefaultButton: Toggles outlets On/Off or resets unit to factory default parameters
as described in Section 2.11.
6. ResetButton: Reboots and/or resets the VMR to factory defaults as described in
Section 2.11.
7. OutputStatusIndicators: LEDs light when corresponding outlet is switched On.
8. CurrentUsageIndicators: Ten LEDs which light to indicate total current usage by
each Power Circuit. The first LED lights when 0% to 9% of maximum rated current
is used, and the last LED lights when over 100% of maximum rated current is used.
STATUS
ON
RDY
DEF RST A1 A2
B1 B2
A
B
0% 100%
B2 B1 A2 A1
ON ON
OFF OFF
ON
OFF
16A 16A 16A
ON
OFF
16A
VMR-HD
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PLUG CURRENT USAGE
1 2
3456 7 8
Figure 2.3: VMR-HD4D Series - Front Panel (Model VMR-HD4D32 Shown)

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Unit Description
2.4. VMR-HD4D Series - Back Panel
As shown in Figure 2.4, the VMR-HD4D Series Back Panel includes the following
components:
1. PowerCircuitA-PowerInlet: Supplies power to VMR control functions and
Circuit "A" outlets.
Notes:
• VMR-HD4D16andVMR-HD4D20unitsfeaturedetachablepowersupply
cables.
• VMR-HD4D30unitsfeatureattachedpowersupplycableswith
NEMAL6-30PPlugs.
• VMR-HD4D32unitsfeatureattachedpowersupplycableswith
IEC60309Plugs.
2. PowerCircuitB-PowerInlet: Supplies power to VMR control functions and
Circuit "A" outlets. Please refer to the notes under item 1 above.
3. PowerCircuitA-SwitchedOutlets: AC Outlets that can be switched On, Off,
rebooted or set to default state in response to user commands.
4. PowerCircuitB-SwitchedOutlets: Same as Item 3 above.
5. AlarmIndicatorLights: Two LEDs which light when an alarm condition is detected
at the corresponding power circuit. For information on Alarm Configuration, please
refer to the WTI Firmware Guide.
6. SetUpPort: An RJ45 RS232 serial port (DCE configuration) used for connection to
a local terminal or external modem, as described in Section 4.3. For a description
of the Setup Port interface, please refer to Appendix B.
7. NetworkPort: An RJ45 Ethernet port for connection to your 10/100/1000Base-T,
TCP/IP network. Note that the Network Port also includes two, small LED indicators
for Link and Data Activity. For more information on Network Port configuration,
please refer to the WTI Firmware Guide.
A B
10/100 BaseT
SETUP PORT
ACT
ALM
LINK
A
B
A1 A2 B1 B2
12 3 4 5
6 7
Figure 2.4: VMR-HD4D Series - Back Panel (Model VMR-HD4D32 Shown)