Install

Overview
The AcquiSuite™ data acquisition system is designed to allow owners and managers of commercial and industrial facilities
with a cost-effective means of gathering crucial information in a timely manner. To meet these requirements, the
AcquiSuite™ system provides the installer with all the tools necessary to install and configure the hardware and software
with a minimum of time and investment.
Installation Checklist
An AcquiSuite™ system installation has the following components:
Required hardware
● AcquiSuite™ A8810 data acquisition server (required)
● Ethernet connection.
● Ethernet Cat 5 cable (required for lan or direct laptop-to-AcquiSuite connection)
● Power Supply: 24VDC
Optional hardware
● Additional Modbus RTU devices power meters (e.g., Veris Enercept, PML Ion, Emon ProMon, etc)
● 2 wire, twisted pair with shield for Modbus/RS485 connection. (Belden 1120A or equivalent)
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● Termination resistor (120 ohm) for long RS485 runs over 200ft.
LAN information:
● Ethernet 10/100Mbit connection point (hub or switch)
● IP address and Netmask (check with system administrator)
● Gateway address (check with system administrator)
● DNS server address (check with system administrator)
● HTTP Proxy address (optional), may be required if the AcquiSuite is behind a firewall (check with system
administrator)
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Insulation connected to meters inside high voltage panels should have an insulation rating in excess of the service voltage.
Consult a licensed electrician and local building codes for further requirements that may apply.
Markings and Symbols:
WARNING: A potential risk exists if the operating instructions are not followed
General Warning Symbol: This symbol indicates the need to consult the operating instructions provided with the
product.
This symbol indicates the presence of electric shock hazards.
This symbol indicates: Do not apply to or remove from hazardous live conductors.
Direct Current symbol.
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