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- Page 1 User Manual PCR8 PCS12 PCS20...
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- Page 3 User Manual PCR8 PCS12 PCS20 Copyright © 2003 Raritan Computer, Inc. RPC-0B-E August 2003 255-30-3150 Raritan Computer Inc. Raritan Computer Europe, B.V. 400 Cottontail Lane Eglantierbaan 16 Somerset, NJ 08873 2908 LV Capelle aan den IJssel The Netherlands Tel. 1-732-764-8886 Tel.
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- Page 5 Raritan Computer, Inc. © Copyright 2003 Raritan Computer, Inc., Remote Power Control™, Paragon®, Reach®, Dominion™, Powerboard™ are trademarks of Raritan Computer, Inc. All rights reserved. Java® is a registered trademark of Sun Microsystems, Inc. Internet Explorer® is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
...4 UICK TART EIA-232 Serial Connection ... 4 PCR8 Operation... 5 Viewing the Status Menu _______________________________________________________________________ 5 Controlling Outlets_____________________________________________________________________________ 5 PCR8 Configuration ... 6 PCS12 Q ...7 UICK TART EIA-232 Serial Connection ... 7 PCS12 Operation ... 8 Viewing the Status Menu _______________________________________________________________________ 8 Controlling Outlets_____________________________________________________________________________ 8 PCS12 Configuration... - Page 8 EMOTE OWER ONTROL ONFIGURATION Manage Users ... 20 Add a User _________________________________________________________________________________ 20 Delete a User _______________________________________________________________________________ 21 Rename a User ______________________________________________________________________________ 21 Add and Remove Outlets ______________________________________________________________________ 22 Change Outlet Names... 23 Enable/Disable Confirmation... 24 Enable/Disable Status Menu ... 24 Change Unit ID...
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Page 9: Safety Instructions
Safety Instructions This unit is intended for indoor use only. Do not install near water or expose this unit to moisture. To prevent heat buildup, do not coil the power cord when in use. Do not use extension cords. Do not attempt to make any internal changes to the power source. Do not attempt to modify any portion or component of a Remote Power Control unit unless specifically directed to. - Page 10 This page intentionally left blank.
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Page 11: Chapter 1: Introduction
There are three Remote Power Control models; model PCR8, a rack-mountable eight outlet model that operates at 115VAC, 15 Amps; model PCS12, a vertical-mount twelve-outlet model that operates at 115VAC, 20 amps; and model PCS20, a vertical- mount twenty-outlet model that also operates at 115VAC, 20 amps. -
Page 12: Product Photos
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Page 13: Chapter 2: Quick Start
Chapter 4: Operation and Configuration. Note: On the PCR8, the RJ-45 port is located on the front panel of the unit. On both the PCS12 and PCS20, the RJ-45 port is located on the end panels of the units. -
Page 14: Pcr8 Quick Start
With the computer powered ON, connect the included APCSDB9F adapter into the serial port of the computer. Connect one end of the included Cat5 cable to the APCSDB9F adapter and the other end to the RJ-45 port on the PCR8 unit. -
Page 15: Pcr8 Operation
UICK TART PCR8 Operation Viewing the Status Menu The PCR8 unit powers ON once it is plugged in. The Status menu appears on the monitor of the connected computer: Raritan PCR8 (C) 2003 Raritan Computer, Inc. F2.07 Unit ID: Raritan PCR8 Average Power: 36 Watts True RMS Voltage: 116.4 Volts... -
Page 16: Pcr8 Configuration
PCR8 Configuration At the PCR8> prompt, type CONFIG and press the <Enter> key. The Configuration menu appears: PCR8> CONFIG 1)...Manage Users 2)...Change Outlet Name 3)...Enable/Disable Confirmation 4)...Enable/Disable Status Menu 5)...Change Unit ID 6)...Change Alarm Threshold X)...Exit Enter Request: Manage Users – Manage Users allows an Administrator to add or delete users and assign control of selected outlets. -
Page 17: Pcs12 Quick Start
HAPTER UICK TART PCS12 Quick Start EIA-232 Serial Connection With the computer powered ON, connect the included APCSDB9F adapter into the serial port of the computer. Connect one end of the included Cat5 cable to the APCSDB9F adapter and the other end to the RJ-45 port on the PCS12 unit. -
Page 18: Pcs12 Operation
PCS12 Operation Viewing the Status Menu The PCS12 unit is powered ON once it is plugged in. The Status menu appears on the monitor of the connected computer: Raritan PCS12 (C) 2003 Raritan Computer, Inc. F1.01 Option(s) Installed: True RMS Current True RMS Voltage: 116 Volts True RMS Current: 0.0 Amps... -
Page 19: Pcs12 Configuration
HAPTER UICK TART PCS12 Configuration At the PCS12> prompt, type CONFIG and press the <Enter> key. The Configuration menu appears: PCS12> CONFIG 1)...Manage Users 2)...Change Outlet Name 3)...Enable/Disable Confirmation 4)...Enable/Disable Status Menu 5)...Change Unit ID 6)...Change Alarm Threshold X)...Exit Enter Request: Manage Users –... -
Page 20: Pcs20 Quick Start
PCS20 Quick Start EIA-232 Serial Connection With the computer powered ON, connect the included APCSDB9F adapter into the serial port of the computer. Connect one end of the included Cat5 cable to the APCSDB9F adapter and the other end to the RJ-45 port on the PCS20 unit. -
Page 21: Pcs20 Operation
PCS20 Operation Viewing the Status Menu The PCS20 unit is powered ON once it is plugged in. The Status menu appears on the monitor of the connected computer: Raritan PCS20 (C) 2003 Raritan Computer, Inc. F1.01 Option(s) Installed: True RMS Current... -
Page 22: Pcs20 Configuration
PCS20 Configuration At the PCS20> prompt, type CONFIG and press the <Enter> key. The Configuration menu appears: PCR20> CONFIG 1)...Manage Users 2)...Change Outlet Name 3)...Enable/Disable Confirmation 4)...Enable/Disable Status Menu 5)...Change Unit ID 6)...Change Alarm Threshold X)...Exit Enter Request: Manage Users – Manage Users allows an Administrator to add or delete users, and assign control of selected outlets. Change Outlet Name –... -
Page 23: Chapter 3: Installation
3: I HAPTER NSTALLATION 3: I HAPTER NSTALLATION Unpacking Compare the unit and serial number of the equipment to the number on the packing slip located on the outside of the box and make sure they match. Log the information on the worksheet in Appendix B: Equipment Setup Worksheet. Inspect equipment carefully. -
Page 24: Connecting The Remote Power Control Unit
Connecting the Remote Power Control Unit Note: On the PCR8, the RJ-45 port is located on the front panel of the unit. On both the PCS12 and PCS20, the RJ-45 port is located on the end panels of the units. -
Page 25: Power
HAPTER NSTALLATION APCSDB9F Adapter Local PC Power As soon as the Remote Power Control unit is plugged into a wall outlet, it powers ON. A green LED on the front panel is illuminated. If disconnected from a power source, the unit’s LED is not lit, and devices connected to the unit are not receiving power. -
Page 26: Circuit Breaker
This button is located on the back panel of the PCR8 unit, and on the front panels of the PCS12 and PCS20 units. Power to the unit (electronics, EIA-232 port, etc.) does not go through the circuit breaker. -
Page 27: C 4: O C
PCS20 pertain to the number of outlets shown in the menus (12 and 20, respectively). There are eight numbered green LEDs on the front of the PCR8 unit, twelve on the PCS12, and twenty on the PCS20, which correspond with each of the Remote Power Control unit’s numbered outlets. When any or all of the LEDs are illuminated, corresponding outlet(s) are ON and attached equipment is receiving power. -
Page 28: Controlling Outlets
7) . . . Outlet 7 8) . . . Outlet 8 PCR8> Type OFF n at the PCR8> prompt and press the <Enter> key to turn Outlet “n” Off. Confirm the command, and the outlet will be turned Off. For Example: To power OFF Outlet 3, type OFF 3 at the prompt and press the <Enter>... -
Page 29: Reboot
Reboot Type REBOOT n at the PCR8> prompt and press the <Enter> key to reboot or reset equipment attached to Outlet “n.” When the REBOOT command is sent from the prompt, the Remote Power Control unit powers OFF the corresponding outlet for approximately 10 seconds, and then powers it ON again. -
Page 30: Remote Power Control Configuration
Users can also enable or disable command confirmation, enable or disable the Status menu, change the unit name, and adjust the threshold level for sounding the alarm. To access the Configuration menu, type CONFIG at the PCR8> prompt (Status menu prompt) and press the <Enter> key. The Configuration menu appears: PCR8>config... -
Page 31: Delete A User
HAPTER PERATION AND ONFIGURATION For Example: The new user’s name is Raritan. Type <1> at the Enter Request: prompt and press the <Enter> key. Type <Raritan> at the Enter User Name: prompt and press the <Enter> key. Raritan appears as User 1. Remember that, as User 1, Raritan is also the Admin user: Enter User Name>... -
Page 32: Add And Remove Outlets
Add and Remove Outlets Once the user list is populated, specific outlets can be assigned or removed from any user’s control. When viewing the list of users, type the user number to assign outlets at the Enter Request: prompt and press the <Enter> key. The Add/Remove outlets menu appears below the user list. -
Page 33: Change Outlet Names
Change Outlet Names Default outlet names are Outlet 1, Outlet 2, … through Outlet 8 on the PCR8, Outlet 1 through Outlet 12 on the PCS12, and Outlet 1 through Outlet 20 on the PCS20. Change any outlet name for a customized configuration. -
Page 34: Enable/Disable Confirmation
Type <Router 4> and press the <Enter> key. Outlet 4’s new name, “Router 4” is reflected in the Outlet list. Enter Request> 1) . . . Outlet 1 2) . . . Outlet 2 3) . . . Outlet 3 4) . -
Page 35: Change Unit Id
The Remote Power Control unit has a built-in Overload Audible Alarm that is triggered if the unit exceeds the electrical current threshold. The range of the PCR8 should not exceed 15 Amps, and the ranges of the PCS12 and the PCS20 should not exceed 20 Amps. - Page 36 EMOTE OWER ONTROL UIDE...
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Page 37: Appendix A: Specifications
Two years on parts and labor ARRANTY Remote Power Control / SCS232 Connection Specification When connecting a Remote Power Control unit to a Raritan ConsoleSwitch SCS232, these pin connections should be followed: RPC U PCR8 PCS12 8 each 12 each 115 VAC... - Page 38 EMOTE OWER ONTROL UIDE...
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Page 39: Appendix B: Equipment Setup Worksheet
PPENDIX QUIPMENT ETUP B: E PPENDIX QUIPMENT RPC Series Unit Model ____________ RPC Series Unit Serial Number ____________ OUTLET 1 MODEL MODEL SERIAL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER OUTLET 4 MODEL MODEL SERIAL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER OUTLET 7 MODEL MODEL SERIAL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER OUTLET 10 MODEL... - Page 40 EMOTE OWER ONTROL UIDE...
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Page 41: Appendix C: Troubleshooting
PPENDIX ROUBLESHOOTING C: T PPENDIX ROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM SYMPTOM No menu visible Blank Screen Password does not Returns to prompt work Current alarm level Continuous buzzer exceeded (current monitoring) Can’t exit Outlet Returns to Outlet Control Control menu Device not No power, dead working Need to download manual from web... - Page 42 EMOTE OWER ONTROL UIDE...