WTI Part No.: 13301 Rev.
Table of Contents 1. Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 2. Unit Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.1. The Master (Main) Unit . . . . . . 2.1.1. Master Unit Front Panel . 2.1.2. Master Unit Back Panel . 2.2. The Optional Satellite Unit . . . . 2.2.1. Satellite Unit Front Panel 2.2.2. Satellite Unit Back Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
I P S I n t e r n e t Po w e r S w i t c h ; U s e r ' s G u i d e 7. Saving and Restoring Configuration Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1 7.1. Sending Parameters to a File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1 7.2. Restoring Saved Parameters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2 Appendices A. Interface Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Apx-1 A.1. Console Port Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Apx-1 A.2.
1. Introduction Electronic equipment sometimes "locks-up," requiring a service call just to flip the power switch to perform a simple reboot.
I P S I n t e r n e t Po w e r S w i t c h ; U s e r ' s G u i d e Easy to Configure, Easy to Use The IPS can be configured over the network, via modem, or locally via the IPS console port. Easy to use commands let you assign a location name, set system parameters and view plug status. Outlets can be switched On, Off, or booted using plug numbers or names. Reliability and Support The IPS is built in the USA and backed by a two year warranty.
2. Unit Description 2.1. The Master (Main) Unit 2.1.1. Master Unit Front Panel As shown in Figure 2.1, the front panel of the IPS-15 Master Unit includes connectors, LEDs and a manual control button. Figure 2.1: IPS-15 Master Unit - Front Panel À Link Port: An RJ-11 port, used to connect the IPS-15 Master Unit to the optional Satellite Unit(s). For more information, please refer to Section 4.5.
I P S I n t e r n e t Po w e r S w i t c h ; U s e r ' s G u i d e Æ Plug Indicator and Manual Control Button: An On/Off Indicator and Manual Control Button for the Master Unit's switched plug. To manually switch the plug "On" or "Off", press and hold the control button for one second. Note: If desired, the Manual Control Button can also be disabled, set to control only the plug on the Master Unit, or set to control the Master Unit plus all connected Satellite Units as described in Section 5.3.1. 2.1.2.
Section 2: Un i t De s c r i p t i o n 2.2. The Optional Satellite Unit The optional, IPS-15 Satellite Unit allows you to add switched outlets whenever you need them. Satellite Units can be switched On, Off, or rebooted in response to commands issued at the IPS-15 Master Unit. 2.2.1. Satellite Unit Front Panel The front panel of the IPS-15 Satellite Unit includes two link ports, an address selector switch, and power indicator lights. Figure 2.
I P S I n t e r n e t Po w e r S w i t c h ; U s e r ' s G u i d e 2.2.2. Satellite Unit Back Panel The back panel of the IPS-15 Satellite Unit includes a switched AC outlet, a power inlet, and a circuit breaker as described below. Figure 2.4: IPS-15 Satellite Unit - Back Panel 2-4 À Switched AC Outlet: A 115 VAC outlet, that can switch up to 15 Amps. This outlet can be switched On, Off, or rebooted in response to commands issued at the IPS-15 Master Unit.
3. Quick Start This Quick Start procedure is included primarily to provide a quick demonstration of IPS capabilities. In order to take full advantage of the complete range of features provided by this unit, it is strongly recommended that you should complete the Installation and Configuration sections after completing the Quick Start procedure. 3.1. Hardware Installation Make the following connections as described in Figure 3.1. 1.
I P S I n t e r n e t Po w e r S w i t c h ; U s e r ' s G u i d e Figure 3.1: Connections Diagram 5. Console Port: The IPS's serial Console port is an RS232C, DB9 connector, wired in a DTE configuration, which allows you to attach either a local terminal or an external modem to the IPS Master Unit.
Section 3: Qu i c k S t a r t For Optional Satellite Units Only Steps 8 through 13 apply only to installations that include optional IPS Satellite Units. If your installation does not include satellite units, please skip steps 8 through 13. 8. Link Port (Optional): An RJ-11 jack, which is used to link IPS Satellite units to the IPS Master Unit. Note: The IPS-15 Master Unit and Satellite Units should not be placed more than 100 feet apart. 9.
I P S I n t e r n e t Po w e r S w i t c h ; U s e r ' s G u i d e 3.2. Communicating with the IPS-15 Note that the IPS offers two different user interfaces: a Web Browser Interface and a Text Interface. The Web Browser interface allows you to contact the IPS via a TCP/IP network using a standard, JavaScript enabled web browser (such as Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator.) The Text Interface consists of a series of ASCII text menus, which may be accessed via TCP/IP network, dialup modem, or local PC.
Section 3: Qu i c k S t a r t Figure 3.2: The IPS Plug Status Screen, Web Interface 3. Test Switching Functions: When the IPS-15 is powered up, the Switched AC Outlet will be set in the ON position. To test On/Off/Reboot functions, proceed as follows: a) Reboot Outlet: Click on the "Boot" radio button for Plug one. Next, click the "Apply" button. The IPS will display a screen indicating that the reboot operation is in progress, then return to the Plug Status Screen.
I P S I n t e r n e t Po w e r S w i t c h ; U s e r ' s G u i d e 4. Log Out: When you have finished exploring the IPS-15's Web Interface, click on the "Log Out" button to terminate your connection to the IPS-15. Note: When you have finished communicating with the IPS-15 unit, it is important to always log off rather than simply closing your Telnet or communications program.
Section 3: Internet Power Switch v1.01 Qu i c k S t a r t Site ID: WTI Internal Test Unt v 1.01 Plug | Name | Status | Boot Delay | -----+------------------+---------+------------+ 1 | Server_1 | ON | 5 sec | 2 | Server_2 | OFF | 5 sec | 3 | Router | ON | 5 sec | 4 | Hub | OFF | 5 sec | 5 | Modem_Bank | ON | 5 sec | -----+------------------+---------+------------+ "/H" for help. IPS> Figure 3.3: The IPS Plug Status Screen, Text Interface 1.
I P S I n t e r n e t Po w e r S w i t c h ; U s e r ' s G u i d e 2. Test Switching Commands: When the IPS-15 is powered up, the Switched AC Outlet will be set in the ON position. To test On/Off/Reboot functions, proceed as follows: a) Reboot Outlet: To initiate a boot cycle, go to the IPS> command prompt, type /BOOT 1 and press [Enter]. Power to the Switched AC Outlet will be switched OFF. After the Boot Delay Period (Default = 5 Seconds), power to the Switched Outlet will then be switched back ON.
4. Installation This section provides further details regarding the connections that are made in the process of installing the IPS-15. For a brief description of the overall installation procedure, and a connections diagram, please refer to Section 3. 4.1. Power Supply Connection Use the supplied power cord to connect the IPS-15 Master Unit to an appropriate power supply. The Master Power Switch on the IPS back panel must be "On" in order for the IPS to operate.
I P S I n t e r n e t Po w e r S w i t c h ; U s e r ' s G u i d e 4.3. Console Port Connection The Console Port is a male, RS232C DB9 connector, wired in a DTE configuration similar to an AT computer. The Console Port can be connected to either an external modem or a local PC, but not both items at the same time. Appendix A describes the Console Port interface. 4.3.1. Connecting a Local PC When connecting the Console Port to a Local PC, note that the port uses a DTE configuration.
Section 4: Installation Figure 4.4: Connecting Optional IPS Satellite Units 4.5. Connecting Optional IPS Satellite Units If desired, up to 16 optional IPS Satellite Units can be connected to each IPS Master Unit. Satellite units are connected in a "chain", with the Master unit being the first "link" in the chain as shown in Figure 4.4. To connect IPS Satellite Units, proceed as follows: 1.
I P S I n t e r n e t Po w e r S w i t c h ; U s e r ' s G u i d e c) When addresses are assigned to a series of IPS Satellite Units, all satellites that share a specific address (for example "2"), are considered to be part of the same "Zone." For example, if your application includes three satellite units whose Address Selector Switches are set at "2", then those three Satellite units would all be part of "Zone 2", and any commands directed to Zone 2 would be applied to those three satellite units.
5. Configuration 5.1. System Mode and User Mode In order to restrict access to sensitive command functions, the IPS features two operating modes; System Mode and User Mode. · System Mode: Allows access to all configuration menus, switching functions and status screens. The System Mode Status Screens show On/Off conditions for all switched outlets, and list currently defined system parameters.
I P S I n t e r n e t Po w e r S w i t c h ; U s e r ' s G u i d e Figure 5.1: Plug Status Screen - Web Browser Interface 5.2. Communicating with the IPS In order to configure the unit or invoke command functions, the user must first connect to the IPS and access the command mode. As discussed in Section 3, the IPS-15 offers two separate command interfaces: the Web Browser Interface, and the Text Interface.
Section 5: 3. Co n f i g u r a t i o n Password Prompt: The IPS will display a prompt, which asks for your name and password. a) User Name: If you have not previously defined a user name, then this field should be left blank. A user name is only required when one has been defined via the General Parameters menu. b) Password: Key in your System Password or User Password and then click "OK". c) If the System Password has not been defined, simply click the "OK" button without keying in a name or password.
I P S I n t e r n e t Po w e r S w i t c h ; U s e r ' s G u i d e Internet Power Switch v1.01 Site ID: IPS-15 Live Demo Unit Plug | Name | Status | Boot Delay | -----+------------------+---------+------------+ 1 | Server_1 | ON | 5 sec | 2 | Server_2 | OFF | 5 sec | 3 | Router | ON | 5 sec | 4 | Hub | OFF | 5 sec | 5 | Modem_Bank | ON | 5 sec | -----+------------------+---------+------------+ "/H" for help. IPS> Figure 5.
Section 5: Co n f i g u r a t i o n 5.3. Configuration Menus As described in the sections that follow, configuration parameters for the IPS can be selected via the Web Browser Interface or Text Interface. Although the Web Browser and Text Interface provide two separate means for selecting parameters, both interfaces allow access to essentially the same set of parameters, and parameters selected via one interface will also be applied to the other.
I P S I n t e r n e t Po w e r S w i t c h ; U s e r ' s G u i d e Figure 5.3: General Parameters Menu - Web Browser Interface The General Parameters Menu allows the following parameters to be defined. Please note that, except where indicated, all parameters are available via both the Web Browser Interface and the Text Interface. · System Password: The IPS will display a password prompt when you attempt to access the command mode.
Section 5: Co n f i g u r a t i o n GENERAL PARAMETERS: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. System Password: User Password: User Name: Site ID: Serial Port Mode: Modem Init. String: Baud Rate: Command Echo: Inactivity Timeout: Command Confirmation: Automated Mode: Button Mode: (defined) (defined) (undefined) WTI Internal Test Unt v 1.01 Console ATE0M0Q1&C1&D2S0=1 9600,N,8,1 On 5 Min On Off One A. Default Parameters Enter Selection or to Exit ... Figure 5.
I P S I n t e r n e t Po w e r S w i t c h ; U s e r ' s G u i d e · Command Echo: Enables/Disables command echo. When enabled, ASCII commands sent via the Text Interface to the IPS will be echoed back, allowing keystrokes to be displayed. Note that this feature applies primarily to the text interface, and has no visible effect on the Web Browser Interface. (Default = On.) · Inactivity Timeout: Determines how long the IPS will wait for additional commands during periods of inactivity.
Section 5: Co n f i g u r a t i o n Figure 5.5: Plug Parameters Menu - Web Browser Interface PLUG #1 PARAMETERS: 1. Plug Name: 2. Boot Delay: Server_1 5 Sec Enter Selection or to Exit ... Figure 5.6: Plug Parameters Menu - Text Interface 5.3.2. Plug Parameters Menus The Plug Parameters Menus are used to define names and boot delay times for each of the IPS's five "Zones".
I P S I n t e r n e t Po w e r S w i t c h ; U s e r ' s G u i d e Please note that the major difference between the Web Browser Interface and Text Interface in this case, is that the Web Interface allows you to select parameters for all five plugs/zones from a single menu, where as the Text Interface includes a separate menu for each plug/zone. The Plug Parameters Menu allows the following parameters to be defined: · Name: Assigns a name to the plug. (Up to 32 Characters, Default = undefined.
Section 5: Co n f i g u r a t i o n Figure 5.7: Network Parameters Menu - Web Browser Interface NETWORK PARAMETERS: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. IP Address: Subnet Mask: Gateway Address: Send MSS: IP Security MAC Address: 65.106.93.120 255.255.255.0 65.106.93.97 1460 00-0c-67-23-45-67 Enter Selection or to Exit ... Figure 5.8: Network Parameters Menu - Text Interface · Gateway Address: Defines the Gateway Address for the IPS unit. (Default = undefined.
I P S I n t e r n e t Po w e r S w i t c h ; U s e r ' s G u i d e 5.3.3.1. IP Security Feature The IP Security feature can be used to restrict unauthorized IP addresses from establishing a connection with the IPS-15. In the default state, the IPS accepts incoming IP connections from all hosts. To configure the IP Security feature, proceed as follows: 1.
Section 5: Co n f i g u r a t i o n IP SECURITY: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Security Mask #1: Mask #1 Action: Security Mask #2: Mask #2 Action: Security Mask #3: Mask #3 Action: Security Mask #4: Mask #4 Action: Security Mask #5: Mask #5 Action: (undefined) Permit (undefined) Permit (undefined) Permit (undefined) Permit (undefined) Permit Enter Selection or to Exit ... Figure 5.
I P S I n t e r n e t Po w e r S w i t c h ; U s e r ' s G u i d e Figure 5.10: Telnet Parameters Menu - Web Browser Interface TELNET PARAMETERS: 1. Service: 2. Telnet Port #: On 23 Enter Selection or to Exit ... Figure 5.11: Telnet Parameters Menu - Text Interface The Telnet Parameters Menus allow the following parameters to be defined. Please note that all parameters listed here are available via both the Web Browser Interface and Text Interface.
Section 5: Co n f i g u r a t i o n Figure 5.12: Web Browser Parameters Menu - Web Browser Interface WEB SERVER: 1. Service: 2. Server Port #: On 80 Enter Selection or to Exit ... Figure 5.13: Web Browser Parameters Menu - Text Interface Web Browser Interface: Click the "Setup" button to access the configuration menus, and then click the Web Server Parameters button. The Web Server Parameters Menu will be displayed as shown in Figure 5.12. Text Interface: Type /W and press [Enter].
I P S I n t e r n e t Po w e r S w i t c h ; U s e r ' s G u i d e 5.4. Save Configuration Parameters The IPS-15 offers two methods for saving parameters; Saving to Flash Memory, and Saving to an ASCII File. Saving parameters to flash memory ensures that your user-defined configuration will remain intact if power to the IPS Master Unit is temporarily interrupted. After the configuration menus have been used to change parameters, the IPS will prompt you to save parameters before exiting from Command Mode.
6. Operation As discussed in Section 5, "Configuration", the IPS-15 offers two separate command interfaces; the Web Browser Interface and the Text Interface. Note that Both interfaces offer essentially the same command options and features, and that parameters defined via the Web Interface will also apply when communicating via the Text Interface (and vice versa.) 6.1. Plug Numbers and Plug Zones As described in Section 4.5, the IPS-15 Master Unit can be connected to up to 16 optional IPS Satellite Units.
I P S I n t e r n e t Po w e r S w i t c h ; U s e r ' s G u i d e Figure 6.1: Plug Status Menu - Web Browser Interface 6.2. Operation via the Web Browser Interface When using the Web Browser Interface, all switching commands are invoked via the Plug Status Screen, which also displays the status of the switched outlet on the IPS Master Unit, as well as the status of outlets on any connected IPS Satellite Units. 6.2.1.
Section 6: Op e r a t i o n To invoke On/Off/Boot commands or view plug status via the Web Browser Interface, proceed as follows: 1. Access the IPS-15 Command Mode as described in Section 5.2.1. 2. When the Plug Status Screen (Figure 6.1) appears, note that the screen includes a status field and On/Off/Boot controls for every satellite unit that was connected at the time that the master unit was powered up. 3.
I P S I n t e r n e t Po w e r S w i t c h ; U s e r ' s G u i d e Internet Power Switch v1.00 Site ID: Western Telematic Demo Plug | Name | Status | Boot Delay | -----+------------------+---------+------------+ 1 | Server_1 | OFF | 5 sec | 2 | Server_2 | ON | 1 sec | 3 | Router | ON | 1 sec | 4 | Hub | ON | 5 sec | 5 | Modem_Bank | ON | 5 sec | -----+------------------+---------+------------+ "/H" for help. Figure 6.2: Plug Status Screen - Text Interface 6.3.
Section 6: Internet Power Switch v1.
I P S I n t e r n e t Po w e r S w i t c h ; U s e r ' s G u i d e 6.3.3. Applying Commands to Several Plugs Text Interface As described below, Boot/On/Off commands can be applied to only the switched outlet on the IPS Master Unit, or to an assortment of plugs on the Master Unit and linked Satellite Units. Note: When commands are applied to several plugs, the IPS will delay for approximately one (1) second between switching actions.
Section 6: Op e r a t i o n 6.5. The Automated Mode The Automated Mode allows the IPS to execute switching and reboot commands, without displaying menus or generating response messages. Automated Mode is designed to allow the IPS to be controlled by a device which can generate commands to control power switching functions without human intervention.
I P S I n t e r n e t Po w e r S w i t c h ; U s e r ' s G u i d e 2. Status Screen Suppressed: The status screens will not be automatically displayed after commands are successfully executed. Note however, that the /S command can still be invoked to display the status screen if needed. 3. "Sure?" Prompt Suppressed: All commands are executed without prompting for user confirmation. 4.
7. Saving and Restoring Configuration Parameters After the IPS has been properly configured, parameters can be downloaded and saved as an ASCII text file on your local or remote PC. Later, if the configuration is accidentally altered, the file with the saved parameters can be uploaded to automatically reconfigure the unit without the need to manually assign each parameter. Saved parameters can also be uploaded to other IPS units.
I P S I n t e r n e t Po w e r S w i t c h ; U s e r ' s G u i d e 7.2. Restoring Saved Parameters This section describes the procedure for using ProComm to send saved parameters to the IPS. Note: Parameters that have been saved to an ASCII file can only be restored via the Text Interface. This procedure cannot be performed via the Web Browser Interface. 1. Start your communications program and access the IPS command mode via the Text Interface as described in Section 5.2.2. 2.
A. Interface Descriptions A.1. Console Port Interface Figure A.1: Console Port Interface A.2. Straight Wired RJ11 Cables Figure A.
B. Specifications Power Input / Output ; Model IPS-115M (115 VAC) AC Input: 15 Amps Max Voltage: 105 - 120 VAC 60 Hz Connector: IEC-320 Inlet, Line Cord Supplied AC Output: One (1) - Expandable to 5 Connector: NEMA 5-15 Outlet Load: 15 Amps Total Console / Modem Port Interface: Connector: DB9M, RS232C, DTE Coding: Serial ASCII, 8 Bits, No Parity Physical / Environmental: Size: Height: 1.75" (4.5 cm) Depth: 7.00" (17.8 cm) Width: Master Unit: 5.80" (14.7 cm) Satellite Unit: 4.60" (11.7 cm) Weight: 4 lbs.
C. Customer Service Customer Service hours are from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, PST/PDT, Monday through Friday. When calling, please be prepared to give the name and model of the unit, its serial number and a description of its symptoms. If the unit should need to be returned for factory repair it must be accompanied by a Return Authorization number from Customer Service.
I P S I n t e r n e t Po w e r S w i t c h ; U s e r ' s G u i d e Trademark and Copyright Information WTI and Western Telematic are trademarks of Western Telematic Incorporated. All other product names mentioned in this publication are trademarks of their respective companies. Information and descriptions contained herein are the property of Western Telematic, Inc..
Index A F ACT Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1 Firmware Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1 to 5-16 Address Selector . . . . 2-3, 4-3 to 4-4, 6-1 Front Panel Automated Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8, 6-7 B Master Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1 Satellite Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 G Back Panel Master Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2 Gateway Address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11 Satellite Unit . . . . . . . . .
I P S I n t e r n e t Po w e r S w i t c h ; U s e r ' s G u i d e N S Network Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3 to 5-4 Satellite Unit . . . . . 2-3 to 2-4, 4-3 to 4-4 Network Port . . . . . . . . 2-1, 3-1, 4-2, 5-12 O Off Command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5 to 6-6 On Command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5 to 6-6 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1 to 6-8 Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-8 Text Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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