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- Page 1 Master Satellite System Administrator’s Guide EPS 8XM EPS 8XS September 2005 Neol S.A.S www.neol.com 4 Rue Nationale - B.P. 11 - 67801 BISCHHEIM cedex - France...
- Page 2 NEOL S.A.S assumes no responsibility for errors within the documentation, the hardware or the software. NEOL S.A.S reserves the right to change programs or the documentation from time to time without informing the user; errors and omissions excepted.
- Page 3 Chapter Description Chapter 1 Safety Instructions This chapter contains important safety instructions you should know before working with ePowerSwitch 8XM and 8XS. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS TO BE READ This warning symbol means danger. You are in a situation that could cause bodily injury. Before you work on any ePowerSwitch device: be aware of the hazards involved with electrical circuitry be familiar with the practices for preventing accidents...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Contents Contents Chapters 1. Safety instructions: to read before use!_________________________________________________ 3 2. Description ______________________________________________________________________ 5 2.1 Description ______________________________________________________________________________5 2.2 Package list _____________________________________________________________________________6 2.3 ePowerSwitch accessories (must be ordered separatly) ___________________________________________6 3. Diagram_________________________________________________________________________ 7 3.1 The Front Panel of the ePowerSwitch 8XM (Master)_____________________________________________7 3.2 The Back Panel of the ePowerSwitch 8XM ____________________________________________________9 3.3 The Front Panel of the ePowerSwitch 8XS (Satellite) ____________________________________________10 3.4 The Back Panel of the ePowerSwitch 8XS ____________________________________________________11... -
Page 5: Safety Instructions: To Read Before Use
ePowerSwitch 8XM / 8XS 1. Safety instructions: to read before use! English NOTE In the following instructions "ePowerSwitch device" refers to both devices ePowerSwitch 8XM and ePowerSwitch 8XS. • The ePowerSwitch devices can only be installed by qualified people with the following installation and use instructions. - Page 6 CHAPTER 1: Safety instructions Consignes de sécurité : à lire avant utilisation ! Français Remarque Dans les consignes suivantes, "équipements ePowerSwitch" fait référence aux deux produits ePowerSwitch 8XM et ePowerSwitch 8XS. • Les équipements ePowerSwitch ne peuvent être installés que par un personnel qualifié. Le fabricant décline toute responsabilité...
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Page 7: Description
ePowerSwitch 8XM / 8XS 2. Description 2.1 Description ePowerSwitch 8XM (the Master) and ePowerSwitch 8XS (the Satellite) are a couple of power control units that enables remotly power control with the highest security over Intranet or Internet. ePowerSwitch 8XM is a power control unit with a built-in Web server, an Ethernet and a RS232 connection. It enables to control the power supply of 8 Power Outlets through an Ethernet connection. -
Page 8: Package List
CHAPTER 2: Description 2.2 Package list ePowerSwitch units ePowerSwitch (Master) The following items are included: 2 Power cables 1 serial cable SUB-D 9 points male / female CD including this user guide and the ePowerSwitch Finder program Quick Installation guide ePowerSwitch (Satellite) The following items are included:... -
Page 9: Diagram
ePowerSwitch 8XM / 8XS 3. Diagram 3.1 The Front Panel of the ePowerSwitch (Master) Auxiliary Power Supply RJ45 Connector For the Web Server only Ethernet Network 12 VDC 300 mA SUB-D 25F Connector 5 LEDs (Group A) 8 Inputs / 4 Dry Contact Outputs A = Power Supply A 1 - 4 = Status of Outlets 1 - 4 LEDs DC (Dry Contact) - Page 10 CHAPTER 3: Diagram xBus These connectors are used for cascading ePowerSwitch devices together (up to 16 ePowerSwitch 8XS and up to 4 Temperatrur / Humidity sensors. Maximal TOTAL line length: 200 Meters Term (RS485 Termination DIP Switch) The x Bus interface (RS485) has built-in termination resistors. To enable these resistors slide the two DIP Switch to the ON position (down).
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Page 11: The Back Panel Of The Epowerswitch 8Xm
ePowerSwitch 8XM / 8XS 3.2 The Back Panel of the ePowerSwitch Power Outlets (Group B) Power Outlets (Group A) Power Outlets 5 - 8 Power Outlets 1 - 4 Power Input B Power Input A Power Supply A Power Supply A Status of Outlets 1 - 4 Status of Outlets 1 - 4... -
Page 12: The Front Panel Of The Epowerswitch 8Xs (Satellite)
CHAPTER 3: Diagram 3.3 The Front Panel of the ePowerSwitch (Satellite) SUB-D9F Connector LEDs Terminal Connexion A = Power Supply A B = Power Supply B 1 - 8 = Status of Outlets 1 - 8 Dip Switches RJ11 Connectors 1 - 4 : physical address of device Cascading Connection 5 - 6 xBUS Termination... -
Page 13: The Back Panel Of The Epowerswitch 8Xs
ePowerSwitch 8XM / 8XS 3.4 The Back Panel of the ePowerSwitch Power Outlets (Group A) Power Outlets (Group B) Power Outlets 1 - 4 Power Outlets 5 - 8 Power Input A Power Input B Power Supply A Power Supply A Status of Outlets 1 - 4 Status of Outlets 1 - 4... -
Page 14: Installation The Epowerswitch 8Xm
CHAPTER 4: Installation the ePowerSwitch 8XM ePowerSwitch 4. Installation the Remark: Make sure that the ePowerSwitch 8XM is powered off. Connection Instructions 1. Use a shielded RJ45 Network Cable to connect your ePowerSwitch 8XM to the network. 2. Use appropriated three-wire Power Cords (two poles plus ground) to connect your electrical devices to the ePowerSwitch 8XM unit. -
Page 15: Configuring The Epowerswitch 8Xm
ePowerSwitch 8XM / 8XS ePowerSwitch 5. Configuring the To use the ePowerSwitch 8XM on your network, you must first configure its network parameters. Ask your network administrator for the parameters to use. There are three different methods to configure the ePowerSwitch 8XM: Method 1: Through a network using the ePowerSwitch Finder Program (on the delivered CD). -
Page 16: Configuring The Network Settings Of The Epowerswitch 8Xm With The Finder Program
CHAPTER 5: Configuring the ePowerSwitch 8XM 5.1 Configuring the network settings of the ePowerSwitch 8XM with the Finder Program Remarks: The ePowerSwitch 8XM and the PC used to configure it, have to be connected on the same segment of the network. - Page 17 ePowerSwitch 8XM / 8XS Primary DNS Address Primary DNS (Domain Name Server), default is blank. Secondary DNS Address Secondary DNS, default is blank. Finder Program authorized The Network parameters of the ePowerSwitch 8XM (IP address, Default Gateway...) can also be configured through a network using the delivered Finder Program.
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Page 18: Configuring The Network Settings Of The Epowerswitch 8Xm Through A Terminal Connection
CHAPTER 5: Configuring the ePowerSwitch 8XM 5.2 Configuring the network settings of the ePowerSwitch 8XM through a Terminal connection Remarks: For security reasons, we advise you to disable the Finder program after the first installation. This program does not use SSL technology, it is only intended for a first quick installation over the LAN. If you change the IP address, the system needs to compute new SSL keys. -
Page 19: Configuring The Epowerswitch 8Xm With A Browser
ePowerSwitch 8XM / 8XS 5.3 Configuring the ePowerSwitch 8XM with a browser Remarks: In order to be able to access the Web server of the ePowerSwitch 8XM, you must before have configured its network parameters (ask your network administrator for the parameters to use). The Web server of the ePowerSwitch 8XM works with Internet Explorer Version 6.0 or higher and with Netscape Version 6.1 or higher. -
Page 20: General / Ip Configuration Page
CHAPTER 5: Configuring the ePowerSwitch 8XM 5.3.1 General / IP Configuration Page This page enables you to define all the IP parameters of the ePowerSwitch 8XM device (IP Address, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway, Primary and Secondary DNS Server). DHCP Client enabled If this check box is selected, the web server will automatically initialize the IP address from a DHCP host and disable manual IP address setup. -
Page 21: General / System Time Page
ePowerSwitch 8XM / 8XS 5.3.2 General / System Time Page The system time of the ePowerSwitch 8XM is used for synchronizing scheduling actions and to timestamp e- mails and system logging activities. The system time can be set manually with the browser time of the connected computer or can be set automatically synchronize with a NTP timeserver. -
Page 22: General / Smtp Page
CHAPTER 5: Configuring the ePowerSwitch 8XM 5.3.3 General / SMTP Page The ePowerSwitch 8XM can be configured to send e-mails to addresses specified in the Settings/Rules Tab. To send e-mails, you will need a SMTP server on the network and you will have to configure the following parameters: SMTP enabled Check this box if you want the ePowerSwitch 8XM to be able to send e-mails. -
Page 23: General / Tools Page
ePowerSwitch 8XM / 8XS 5.3.4 General / Tools Page This page enables you to save and download the current system settings. It also enables you to restore the factory settings. Save button Click this button to save the current system settings onto the local hard drive. Load button Click this button and select a setting file you want to download to the ePowerSwitch. -
Page 24: Settings / Accounts Page
CHAPTER 5: Configuring the ePowerSwitch 8XM 5.3.5 Settings / Accounts Page This page is used to create, activate, deactivate, modify and delete accounts. - To create an account, click on "Add a New Account" on the right side of the page. A new page appears, allowing you to set all parameters of the account. - Page 25 ePowerSwitch 8XM / 8XS Power Outlets This field is used to add and remove power outlets to/from the current account. - To add power outlets to the current account, press the Ctrl key and click on the power outlets device selected in the field above.
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Page 26: Settings / Groups Page
CHAPTER 5: Configuring the ePowerSwitch 8XM 5.3.6 Settings / Groups Page Groups Page This page is used to manage groups of power outlets. This functionnality is particularly usefull if you have to control the power supply of devices using redundant power supplies. You can create groups including several power outlets distributed on a ePowerSwitch 8XM and several ePowerSwitch 8XS. -
Page 27: Settings / Power Outlets Page
ePowerSwitch 8XM / 8XS 5.3.7 Settings / Power Outlets Page This page is used to configure all the power outlets of the ePowerSwitch 8XM and all ePowerSwitch 8XS. The main page is also very usefull to give on an overview of all the ePowerSwitch 8XS that are activated and detected by the ePowerSwitch 8XM. - Page 28 CHAPTER 5: Configuring the ePowerSwitch 8XM Default Power-Up Delay In the drop-down lists choose for each power outlet the default status to apply after power-up. You can choose between: - On if you want the corresponding power outlet to be always switched to On after power-up. - Off if you want the corresponding power outlet to be always switched to Off after power-up.
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Page 29: Settings / Sensors Page
ePowerSwitch 8XM / 8XS 5.3.8 Settings / Sensors Page This page is used to configure the temperature and humidity sensors. Sensor Id The ePowerSwitch 8XM automatically creates an ID Code to clearly identify each Sensor. All the ID Codes used to identify Sensors start with the character "T" followed by a number identifying each Sensor. Sensor Name In this field, enter the name you want to give to the selected sensor. -
Page 30: Settings / Rules Page
CHAPTER 5: Configuring the ePowerSwitch 8XM 5.3.9 Settings / Rules Page Rules are used to control actions according to a specific event. For example, you can define a rule to switch a power outlet OFF and send an e-mail to a specific user when a predefined temperature is reached or a contact is open. -
Page 31: Ping Monitoring Rule
ePowerSwitch 8XM / 8XS 5.3.10 Ping Monitoring Rule This rule can be used to check if a computer or any IP device is connected to the network. It sends ping packets and listens for replies from the specific host (for more details, see Annexes "Ping and Scan method"). - Page 32 CHAPTER 5: Configuring the ePowerSwitch 8XM Set Group This type of action is only possible if you already created at least one group! Check this box and in the corresponding drop-down list, choose the power outlet group the rule will apply to. In the next corresponding drop-down list, select the action to execute.
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Page 33: Scan Monitoring Rule
ePowerSwitch 8XM / 8XS 5.3.11 Scan Monitoring Rule This rule can be used to check if a specific protocol is available on a server (for example HTTP, FTP, Telnet, SMTP, POP...). If the connection is possible, ePowerSwitch 8XM knows that a server program is running there. - Page 34 CHAPTER 5: Configuring the ePowerSwitch 8XM Set Power Outlet Check this box and in the corresponding drop-down list, choose the power outlet the rule will apply to. In the next corresponding drop-down list, choose the action to perform. Each power outlet can be switched On/Off and restarted.
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Page 35: Dry Contact Monitoring Rule
ePowerSwitch 8XM / 8XS 5.3.12 Dry Contact Monitoring Rule This rule is used to control actions according to the state of any dry contacts (for example, the dry contact could be connected to a door contact or a fog sensor). Rule ID The ePowerSwitch 8XM automatically creates an ID Code to clearly identify each rule. - Page 36 CHAPTER 5: Configuring the ePowerSwitch 8XM Set Power Outlet Check this box and in the corresponding drop-down list, choose the power outlet the rule will apply to. In the next corresponding drop-down list, select the action to execute. Each power outlet can be switched On/Off and restarted.
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Page 37: Power Supply Monitoring Rule
ePowerSwitch 8XM / 8XS 5.3.13 Power Supply Monitoring Rule This rule can be used to monitor the status of the power suplies of each ePowerSwitch 8XM and ePowerSwitch 8XS. Rule ID The ePowerSwitch 8XM automatically creates an ID Code to clearly identify each rule. All the ID Codes used to identify rules start with the character "R"... - Page 38 CHAPTER 5: Configuring the ePowerSwitch 8XM Power Supply to monitor In this Drop-Down list, choose the power supply you wish to monitor. - If in the previous drop-down list, you choose Master unit (ID Code M0), you can choose to monitor the power supply input A, the Power supply input B and the auxiliary power supply input located on the front panel of the Master unit.
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Page 39: Schedule Rule
ePowerSwitch 8XM / 8XS 5.3.14 Schedule Rule This rule can be used to execute some actions according to a defined time table. Rule ID The ePowerSwitch 8XM automatically creates an ID Code to clearly identify each rule. All the ID Codes used to identify rules start with the character "R"... - Page 40 CHAPTER 5: Configuring the ePowerSwitch 8XM Set Dry Contact Check this box and in the corresponding drop-down list, choose the dry contact the rule will apply to. In the next corresponding drop-down list, choose the action to perform. Each power dry contact can be switched On/Off and pulsed (open or close) for a specified delay. The delay can be define between 0 and to 65535 seconds.
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Page 41: Environment Rule
ePowerSwitch 8XM / 8XS 5.3.15 Environment Rule This rule can be used to monitor a temperature or a humidity value and perform actions when the predefined value is exceeded. Rule ID The ePowerSwitch 8XM automatically creates an ID Code to clearly identify each rule. All the ID Codes used to identify rules start with the character "R"... - Page 42 CHAPTER 5: Configuring the ePowerSwitch 8XM Action Condition The options "higher than" and "lower than" enables you to define when the rule has to be executed. - Choose "higher than" if you want to execute the rule if the environment value exceeds the value you defined in the field on the right of "higher than".
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Page 43: Misc / Peripherals Page
ePowerSwitch 8XM / 8XS 5.3.16 Misc / Peripherals page This page displays the ID, Type and Name of all detected peripherals. If you want to know the actual firmware version of the connected peripherals, click on the corresponding "Info" button. For the ePowerSwitch 8XM and 8XS you will then also have access to the switching operations counters of each power outlet. -
Page 44: Misc / Log Page
CHAPTER 5: Configuring the ePowerSwitch 8XM 5.3.17 Misc / Log page This page allows you to configure the logs. The Log file is used by the system to record actions, warnings, errors and problems. It is often quite useful to discover the causes of tricky problems. The messages recorded in the log file and sent as copy to a Syslog server are classified into 8 severity levels (Emergency, Alert, Critical, Error, Warning, Notice, Informational and Debug). -
Page 45: Misc / Log Settings Page
ePowerSwitch 8XM / 8XS 5.3.18 Misc / Log Settings Page ePowerSwitch 8XM can output Syslog messages and/or send selected logs to a specific e-mail address. The logs are often quite useful for discovering the causes of tricky problems. For the logs to be sent to a specific e-mail address, the administrator can choose the severity of the messages to be sent. -
Page 46: Controlling The Power Outlets Of The Master And Satellites
CHAPTER 6: Controlling the Power Outlets of the Master and the Satellites 6. Controlling the Power Outlets of the Master and Satellites 1. Start your Web browser and type the IP address of your ePowerSwitch 8XM. The browser displays the authentication dialog box. 2. -
Page 47: Installation The Epowerswitch 8Xs
ePowerSwitch 8XM / 8XS ePowerSwitch 7. Installation the Remark: Make sure that all the ePowerSwitch devices are powered off. Connection Instructions 1. Connect the supplied RJ11 link-up cable to one of the x Bus connector of the ePowerSwitch 8XM and to one of the xBus connector of the ePowerSwitch 8XS. -
Page 48: Controlling The Power Outlets Of The Satellites Using A Terminal Connection
CHAPTER 8: Controlling the Power Outlets of the Satellites using a Terminal Connection 8. Controlling the Power Outlets of the Satellites using a Terminal Connection The power outlets of the ePowerSwitch 8XS can be individually controlled and the status of each power outlet can be read out using a simple ASCII protocol through a serial connection. -
Page 49: Controlling Of The Power Outlet(S)
ePowerSwitch 8XM / 8XS 8.3.1 Controlling of the Power Outlet(s) This command enables to control individually each Power Outlet or all Power Outlets of the same ePowerSwitch 8XS in one command. Command to be sent to the ePowerSwitch 8XS: Pxy=z[CR] Pxy=z,t [CR] Pxy=z,t... -
Page 50: Reading Out The Power Outlet Status
CHAPTER 8: Controlling the Power Outlets of the Satellites using a Terminal Connection 8.3.2 Reading out the Power Outlet Status This command enables to read out the status of each Power Outlet. Command to be sent to the ePowerSwitch 8XS: Rxy[CR] Reply from the ePowerSwitch 8XS: Rxy=z[CR]... -
Page 51: Setting Of The Power Up Delays
ePowerSwitch 8XM / 8XS 8.3.3 Setting of the Power Up Delays This command enables to set the Power Up Delay individually for each Power Outlet. The Delay value can be between 1 and 255 seconds (4 min 15 sec). Command to be sent to the ePowerSwitch 8XS: TUxy=z[CR] Reply from the ePowerSwitch 8XS: TUxy=z[CR]... -
Page 52: Setting The Restart Delays
CHAPTER 8: Controlling the Power Outlets of the Satellites using a Terminal Connection 8.3.5 Setting the Restart Delays This command enables to set the Restart Delay individually for each Power Outlet. The Delay value can be between 1 and 255 seconds (4 min 15 sec). Command to be sent to the ePowerSwitch 8XS: TRxy=z[CR] Reply from the ePowerSwitch 8XS:... -
Page 53: Setting The Power Up Default Status
ePowerSwitch 8XM / 8XS 8.3.7 Setting the Power Up Default Status This command enables to set the Power Up Default Status individually for each Power Outlet. Settings can be "always On", "Always Off" or "Last memorized Status" before power failure. Command to be sent to the ePowerSwitch 8XS: DPxy=z[CR] Reply from the ePowerSwitch 8XS:... -
Page 54: Reading Out The Switching Counter Values Of The Relays
CHAPTER 8: Controlling the Power Outlets of the Satellites using a Terminal Connection 8.3.9 Reading out the Switching Counter Values of the Relays This command enables to read out the number of power up cycles of the ePowerSwitch 8XS and the number of switching cycles (Off to On) of each power outlet. -
Page 55: Resetting The Switching Counter Values Of The Relays
ePowerSwitch 8XM / 8XS 8.3.10 Resetting the Switching Counter Values of the Relays This command enables to reset the switching counter values of the Relays. Command to be sent to the ePowerSwitch 8XS: /RC[CR] Reply from the ePowerSwitch 8XS: No reply Remarks: The ePowerSwitch 8XS accepts lower case and upper case commands. -
Page 56: Accessories
CHAPTER 9: Accessories 9. Accessories 9.1 Temperature sensor 9.2 Temperature and Humidity sensor The figure below shows an example how to connect 2 sensors. Humidity & Humidity & Temperature Temperature Sensors Sensors Slct x Bus RS232 Power 3 4 5 Term Slct x Bus... -
Page 57: I/O Extension Module
ePowerSwitch 8XM / 8XS 9.3 I/O extension module INPUT DRY CONTACTS COM-GND MAX 24VDC - 20mA DC INPUT DC INPUT DC OUTPUT 10/100 RS232 x Bus Term A 1 2 3 4 S B 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 DRY CONTACTS 12VDC AUX Link... -
Page 58: Annexes
Annexes Annexes Ping and Scan methods ePowerSwitch 8XM has two methods to check whether an IP equipment (PC, server, router, Webcam...) is still alive: Address Pinging The first method uses the well-known Ping command whereby a request is sent to a specific IP address. The Ping command, which is an echo request, enables you to determine through an ICMP protocol (Internet Control Message Protocol) if an IP device is available on the network. -
Page 59: Syslog Messages: Severity Level Definitions
ePowerSwitch 8XM / 8XS SysLog Messages: Severity Level Definitions The Emergency level is the most severe type of message generated by ePowerSwitch 8XM and the Debug severity level is the least severe one. Severity Level 0, Emergency: system is unusable The following messages appear at severity 0: Continuous error! An SMTP Client could not be created... -
Page 60: Pinout Of The Rj11 6/6 X-Bus Connector
Annexes Severity Level 6, Informational: informational messages The following messages appear at severity 6: System has been started Date & Time have been synchronized to a Network Time Server User "name" : Outlet (number) of Master M0 has been switched ON User "name"... -
Page 61: Technical Data
ePowerSwitch 8XM / 8XS Technical Data Network standards IEEE 802.3, 10 / 100 BASE-T Network protocols TCP/IP, HTTP Network connection RJ-45 connector for UTP CAT5 Max. network cable length 100 meters (not included) Serial connection RS232, SUB-D 9 female Version 2 and 3 SSL Technology Nominal input voltage 230 V/50Hz... -
Page 62: Statement Of Conformity
Annexes Statement of Conformity STATEMENT OF CONFORMITY NEOL S.A.S. declares that this equipment is in compliance with the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 89/336/EEC and the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC Application of Council Directives: 89/336/EEC, 92/31/EEC, 73/23/EEC, 93/68/EEC Standards to Which Conformity declared:...
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