Panoramic Power PAN-1-2 WIRELESS CURRENT SENSOR User Manual
Panoramic Power ltd. WIRELESS CURRENT SENSOR
User Manual
Panoramic Power System
P3E™ Sensor Installation Guide
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Copyright Notice
Copyright © 2012 Panoramic Power Ltd. All rights reserved.
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Documented Releases
Revision Number Revision Description Revision Date
1 New version October 2011
2 Updates April 2012
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Contents
Overview .................................................................................................. 5
Workflow .................................................................................................. 5
Unpacking the Hardware ........................................................................ 5
Safety Precautions .................................................................................... 6
Hardware Description ............................................................................. 6
Mapping the Site ...................................................................................... 7
Installing a Sensor .................................................................................... 7
Attaching the Sensors to the Circuits ...................................................... 7
Registering the Installed Sensor ............................................................. 9
Post Installation Troubleshooting .......................................................... 10
Monitoring Sensor Activity ................................................................... 10
Uninstalling a Sensor ............................................................................. 10
Sensor Specifications .............................................................................. 10
Troubleshooting ..................................................................................... 12
Support ................................................................................................... 12
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Overview
Panoramic Power P3E™ System monitors electrical energy consumption at
individual circuit level and detects excess usage allowing organizations to
identify and reduce energy and maintenance expenses.
P3E consists of wireless, self-powered sensors engineered to allow for
rapid, non-invasive installation, with almost no disturbance to operations.
Sensors are easily attached to circuit breakers by just snapping them on to
the outgoing electrical wire. They monitor the flow of electricity through
the resulting magnetic field and also use the field as a power source. The
sensors do not require any maintenance.
Data collected by the sensors is sent to a bridge, which, in turn, transfers
the information to the P3E server through the Internet, using Cloud
technology.
The sensors report the energy consumption to the bridge at sub-minute
intervals. Consumption reports can be retrieved through the system.
This user guide explains how to install the sensors.
Workflow
Sensor installation consists of the following steps:
1.
Map the circuits. See Panoramic Power Deployment Tool User Guide.
2.
Physically attach the sensors to the wires (this guide).
3.
Monitors the proper functioning of the sensors. See Panoramic Power
Deployment Tool User Guide.
Unpacking the Hardware
Sensors are shipped in 30-unit packs.
The package includes the following items:
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30 sensors.
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1 sensor opener
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Safety Precautions
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The sensor must be installed only on an insulated conductor.
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The conductor’s diameter and maximum current must match the
specification printed on the sensor.
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The sensor should be installed and removed only by a qualified
electrician.
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Installation must not be performed on a live wire for reasons of safety
and random shock hazard. Power supply to the panel must be shut off
before and during installation.
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The sensor must not be installed lying or touching busbars or any other
non-insulated, exposed conductors.
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Installation is possible both on external entry/exit conductors before the
terminal strip, as well as both ends of the circuit breaker. The least
cramped, most accessible location should be chosen for installation. The
sensor should be installed such that the arrow points in the direction of
the load.
Hardware Description
This procedure must be carried out only by a certified electrician.
The following sensors are supported:
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32A/63A , snapped-in cover.
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225A, screwed cover.
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The sensors are shipped closed, in order to protect the core from dust and
other pollutants. Open a sensor only when preparing to install it.
Figure 1. 32A/63A Figure 2. 225A Figure 3. Core
The sensor comes with a label fixed on it, containing a unique ID.
Mapping the Site
See Panoramic Power Deployment Guide.
Installing a Sensor
This process is divided into two stages:
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Physically attaching the sensors to the circuit wires;
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Registering the installation in Panoramic Power System.
Attaching the Sensors to the Circuits
To install a sensor, follow these steps:
1.
Open the cover of the electrical panel board.
2.
Make sure you have a plan that indicates the circuits to be monitored
and the sensor IDs associates with each such circuit. Identify the circuit
breaker on which you would like to install the sensor.
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The ID appears on the label fixed to the sensor.
3.
Pick a sensor and slide the opener into position from the labeled side
towards the cover.
Figure 4. Slide opener into position
4.
Snap the opener's pins into the four holes (in 225A unscrew the cover).
Figure 5. Snap the opener into the sensor holes.
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5.
Press the two sides of the opener to release the sensor cover.
Figure 6. Press the opener to release the cover.
6.
Make sure the four core surfaces are free of dust or any other particles.
If necessary, wipe it with a dry cloth
Note
Whenever possible, avoid installing the sensor behind wires and position it at the front
of the panel board.
7.
Place the opening of the sensor on a clean section of the electrical cable
with the arrow on the label pointing towards the load, so that the
sensor ID and barcode are visible and easily readable. See Figure 7.
8.
Close the sensor cover, snapping it into its place (in 225A screw back
the cover) and making sure that all four pins are properly inserted and
the sensor is tightly closed.
Figure 7. Installing a sensor.
Registering the Installed Sensor
See Panoramic Power Deployment Guide.
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Post Installation Troubleshooting
If the sensor vibrates after installation (you can hear the vibration noise or
feel it when touching the sensor), it means that the sensor is not properly
closed. Try to press the two parts of the sensor or tighten the screws to
close it tightly. If the vibration persists, open the sensor and reinstall it or
try using another sensor.
Monitoring Sensor Activity
See Panoramic Power Deployment Guide.
Uninstalling a Sensor
Open the sensor in the way you first opened it and remove it from the
cable.
Sensor Specifications
Specifications P3E
TM
S63 P3E
TM
S225
Physical dimensions
17 x 20 x 32 mm
0.67 x 0.79 x 1.26 inch
46.2 x 22.8 x 32.6 mm
1.82 x 0.90 x 1.28 inch
Max hot-wire outer
diameter (including
insulation)
7 mm
0.28 inch
18.8 mm
0.74 inch
Current measurement
range
0 – 63 A
0 – 225 A
Current measurement
accuracy (typical, at 25°C)
<2% at I>1A
<2% at I>10A
Minimum operating
current
0.3 – 0.45 A 0.5 – 0.8 A
AC frequency supported
50 Hz (EU)
60 Hz (US)
50 Hz (EU)
60 Hz (US)
Transmission frequency
434 MHz (EU)
902-928 MHz (US)
434 MHz (EU)
902-928 MHz (US)
Transmission Power (ERP)
0 dBm (Max)
0 dBm (Max)
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Specifications P3E
TM
S63 P3E
TM
S225
Transmission
interval
10 seconds
10 seconds
Safety and EMC
certificates
USA & Canada
Safety: UL-61010-1
(ETL listed), CSA-C22.2
EMC/Radio: FCC Part
15 sub part B,C
Europe
Safety: EN-61010-1
(CE)
EMC: EN-ETSI 301489-
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Radio: EN-ETSI
300220-1
USA & Canada
Safety: UL-61010-1 (ETL
listed), CSA-C22.2
EMC/Radio: FCC Part 15
sub part B,C
Europe
Safety: EN-61010-1 (CE)
EMC: EN-ETSI 301489-3
Radio: EN-ETSI 300220-
1
Flammability rating of
external enclosure
UL94 V
-
0
UL94 V
-
0
Operating temperature 0 – 50° C 0 – 50° C
Storage temperature -20 – 65° C -20 – 65° C
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Troubleshooting
If you encounter a problem, first try the following solutions:
Problem Solution
The sensor is vibrating
Make sure that the sensor is completely
closed (all four pins/screws are in place).
If they are, try pressing the sensor again
like you did when closing it.
The sensor is not
sending measurements
Make sure the circuit has current.
Make sure that the sensor arrow points in
the direction of the load.
Make sure the sensors are near enough to
the bridge for the bridge to receives its
signals.
Check the reception LED of the bridge. If it
is not blinking it means that it is not
receiving signals.
Support
More support can be obtained at support@panpwr.com.
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FCC Compliance Statement
This 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.
The FCC Wants You to Know
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
a) Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
b) Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
c) Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected.
d) Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician.
FCC Warning
Modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the
user authority to operate the equipment under FCC Rules.
NOTE: THE MANUFACTURER IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY RADIO OR TV
INTERFERENCE CAUSED BY UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATIONS TO THIS EQUIPMENT.
SUCH MODIFICATIONS COULD VOID THE USER’S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE
EQUIPMENT.