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Summary of Contents for AKCP Inline Power Meter AC

  • Page 1 Inline Power Meter AC Manual Copyright © 2018, AKCP...
  • Page 2 ILPM-AC Manual 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...
  • Page 3 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.
  • Page 4  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.
  • Page 5 ILPM-AC Manual 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”...
  • Page 6 ILPM-AC Manual 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.
  • Page 7 ILPM-AC Manual 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+.
  • Page 8 ILPM-AC Manual 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.
  • Page 9 ILPM-AC Manual 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.
  • Page 10 ILPM-AC Manual 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.
  • Page 11 ILPM-AC Manual Inline Current Continuous Time You can also set the Continuous Time as shown in the screen shot below. Note: Continuous Time Settings are exactly the same for each InlinePower Meter reading sensor. Inline Voltage Now you can set your Voltage thresholds as shown in the screen shot below.
  • Page 12 ILPM-AC Manual Inline Active Power Now you can set your Active Power thresholds as shown in the screen shot below. Inline Power Factor Now you can see the Power Factor as shown in the screen shot below.
  • Page 13 ILPM-AC Manual Inline Total Active Energy Now you can see the Active Energy as shown in the screen shot below. Inline Leakage Current Now you can set your Current Leakage thresholds as shown in the screen shot below.
  • Page 14 ILPM-AC Manual Optional Bi-Stable Latched Relay A latched relay is basically a relay that will maintain its position after the power is removed. The relay LED is located on the right of the power LED and shows the status of the relay. Relay Advanced Settings...
  • Page 15 ILPM-AC Manual This concludes the InlinePower Sensor AC Manual. Please contact support@akcp.com if you have any further technical questions or problems setting up your modem or your alerts. Thanks for Choosing AKCP!