Instruction Manual Rack Power Distribution Unit J, VHV, MJ Series Geist 1821 Yolande Ave., Lincoln, NE 68521 800.432.3219 | 402.474.3400 | F: 402.474.4369 | www.geistglobal.
Contents Contents ............................................................................................................................2 Specifications ....................................................................................................................3 Overview 3 Environmental 3 Electrical 3 Receptacle Ratings 3 Networking (For Current Monitoring Meter Units Only) 3 Data Formats (For Current Monitoring Meter Units Only) 4 EMC Verification 4 Installation ..............................
Specifications Overview The J, MJ and VHV Series products are Power Distribution Units (PDU) intended for connection to a 15 or 20 Amp AC Mains circuit1. The PDUs are designed to be powered by either a single phase or a three phase AC input circuit. Three phase units can be configured for either a delta or wye input connection. J, MJ and VHV Series PDUs can optionally be configured with a Geist Current Meter that provides local monitoring and display of each output circuit current.
Ethernet Link Speed 10 Mbit; half-duplex Data Formats (For Current Monitoring Meter Units Only) HTML, SNMP, XML EMC Verification This Class A 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. This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Installation Instructions 1. Using appropriate hardware, mount PDU to rack (see Mounting section for additional instructions). 2. Plug PDU into de-energized 15 or 20 Amp branch circuit receptacle2. 3. Connect devices into PDU’s output receptacles. It is recommended that the devices are turned off until all devices are connected to PDU 4. Turn on branch circuit to energize PDU. 5. Power on devices. Sequential power up is recommended to avoid high inrush current.
Mounting Full Length Bracket Using the full length bracket, mount PDU to rack as shown Mini "L" Brackets (SLB-4) Using the mini “L” brackets, attach PDU to rack as shown GM1024 Rev 2 6 Rev Date: 7/28/2014
Vertical Extension Brackets (VCB-1) Using the vertical extension brackets, attach PDU to rack as shown Toolless Mounting Hardware (11621) Secure toolless mounting buttons to PDU as shown. Use toolless buttons with key-holed slots built into cabinet or with optional Geist key-holed brackets.
Toolless Full Length Bracket (TLFL) Using full length toolless bracket and toolless mounting buttons, attach PDU to rack as shown Single Side Mount 2 Unit Brackets (TSMX2) Using single side mount 2 unit brackets and toolless mounting buttons, attach PDU to rack as shown GM1024 Rev 2 8 Rev Date: 7/28/2014
Offset/Side Mount Brackets (EZB-1) Using the offset/side mount brackets, attach PDU to rack as shown.
Flush Mount Brackets (FM) Using flush mount brackets, attach PDU to rack as shown Adjustable Mount Brackets (AM) Using adjustable mount brackets, attach PDU to rack as shown GM1024 Rev 2 10 Rev Date: 7/28/2014
Panel Mount Brackets (PM) Using panel mount brackets, attach PDU to rack as shown 23" Conversion Mounting Brackets (23-RM) Using conversion mounting brackets, attach 19” PDU to 23” rack as shown GM1024 Rev 2 11 Rev Date: 7/28/2014
Cable Mount Bracket (CMB-1) Attach cable mount bracket to PDU as shown; use tie-wraps to secure cords to bracket 19" Horizontal/Panel Mount Brackets (7938) Using the 19” horizontal/panel mount brackets, attach PDU to rack as shown GM1024 Rev 2 12 Rev Date: 7/28/2014
Optional Local Monitoring Power Meter The Geist PM-1 power meter is a low-power, high accuracy meter capable of measuring true RMS Current, Voltage, Power, and Power Factor. These values are individually shown on an easy to read, 4-digit LED Display, which continuously scrolls through the four different measured values. Each one of these displayed parameters is defined below. The Power Meter will automatically begin cycling through the displayed values when the PDU is connected to AC Mains power.
Three Circuit Current Meter The Geist CM-3 current meter is a low-power, high accuracy meter capable of measuring true RMS Current. The value of current per output circuit is shown on an easy to read, 4-digit LED Display. The display continuously scrolls through the three different measured values of output circuit current. The Current Meter will automatically begin to display value of output current when the PDU is connected to AC Mains power.
Optional Remote Monitoring Packet Power-enabled PDU Overview The Packet Power-enabled PDU allows for remote power monitoring through advanced wireless monitoring technology from Packet Power. Once you’ve gotten your Packet Power Ethernet Gateway configured, data monitoring should start as soon as the Gateway is plugged in. After a few moments, the green activity light on the wireless module will start blinking. This indicates the PDU has established wireless communications.
Current Monitoring Meter Instructions Setting an IP Address The PDU comes preset with an IP address for initial setup and access to the unit. The ‘Configuration page’ contains the network properties. Access to the unit requires the IP address to be known, the IP address may be manually reset should the user-configured address be forgotten. The default address is: IP Address: 192.168.123.123 Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 Gateway: 192.168.123.1 First time setup: 1.
Select “Network” under “Internet & Network.” Select “Ethernet” from the list on the left side of the window and enter these settings on the right side of the window: Configure: IP Address: Subnet Mask: Router: Manually 192.168.123.1 255.255.255.0 Leave blank Hit “Apply” and confirm the changes. The unit should now be accessible in a web browser via the unit’s permanent IP address: http://192.168.123.123/.
Connecting to the PDU using a web browser GM1024 Rev 2 18 Rev Date: 7/28/2014
LED Display Each PDU has a built-in 4-digit LED display mounted midway down the chassis. The display scrolls through the most recent current measurement (in amps) for each circuit, one at a time. It displays a circuit name, pauses, and then displays the measurement. Momentarily press the “Pause Scroll/IP Address Reset” button on the front of the PDU to pause the display on the current measurement.
Rebooting the Meter Should an Current Monitoring Meter with firmware version 1.36 or higher installed stop responding to network traffic, it is possible to restore functionality by rebooting the meter without removing power from the PDU it is enclosed in. To reboot the meter, press and hold the “Pause Scroll/IP Address Reset” button on the front on the PDU for 20 seconds. The screen will stop displaying scrolling power data in order to display the currently configured IP address.
Sample Usage The simplest way to get data from a Current Monitoring Meter into a script is via the XML page. Simply performing an HTTP GET (as a web browser does) on http:///data.xml will download the XML file. The following examples assume that the meter’s IP address is 192.168.123.123. Perl Example: using LWP::UserAgent; my $ip = “192.168.123.123”; my $browser = LWP::UserAgent->new; $browser->timeout(5); my $xmlFile = $browser->get(“http://” . $ip . “/data.
3. Click the ‘Mbrowser’ tab and expand the .iso tree down to geistmfg. 4. Select geistmfg and click the Start button. Getif should start requesting data from the unit via SNMP and display it in the large box at the bottom of the window. Getif Geist Entry in MIB Table Satellite Current Monitoring Meter Overview The Geist Satellite Current Monitoring Meter is a high accuracy meter capable of measuring true RMS current.
LED Display Each PDU has a built-in 4-digit LED display mounted midway down the chassis. The display scrolls through the most recent current measurement (in amps) for each circuit, one at a time. It displays a circuit name, pauses, and then displays the measurement. Momentarily press the “Scroll” button on the front of the PDU to pause the display on the current measurement. While paused, the display will cycle back and forth between circuit name and current reading every three seconds.
Serial Communication Satellite Current Monitoring Meter is also capable of serial communication via a serial terminal or console. The RJ-12 port on the unit can be connected to other serial devices via an adapter cable. The serial interface can be used to view unit version, # of channels, and current measurement data. RJ-12 Pin-Out for Serial Cable DB-9 to RJ-12 Pin-Out Diagram Pins 1-3 on RJ-12 connector must be left un-terminated for proper communication.
Service/Tech Support Service and Maintenance No service or maintenance is required. Do not attempt to open the PDU or you may void the warranty. No serviceable parts inside. It is recommended that power be removed from the unit before installing or removing any equipment. More Technical Support http://www.geistglobal.com (800) 432-3219 Email: support@geistglobal.com Or contact your distributor.
Table of Figures Full Length Bracket................................................................................................................................................................... 6 Mini "L" Brackets (SLB-4) ...................................................................................................................................................... 6 Vertical Extension Brackets (VCB-1) ...............................................................................................
Revision History Revision 1.0 1.1 1.2 Date 4/30/2009 7/8/2009 6/29/2010 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 2.
