Geist L Series User Manual
Instruction Manual
Rack In-Line Power Measurement Unit
L Series
Geist 1821 Yolande Ave., Lincoln, NE 68521
800.432.3219 | 402.474.3400 | F: 402.474.4369 | www.geistglobal.com
Contents
Specifications .................................................................................................................... 3
Overview 3
Environmental 3
Electrical 3
Networking (For Current Monitoring Meter Units Only) 3
Data Formats (For Current Monitoring Meter Units Only) 3
Detachable Power Supply Cords 4
EMC Verification 4
Installation ....................................................................................................................... 5
Instructions 5
Guidelines 5
Optional Local Monitoring ................................................................................................. 6
Power Meter 6
Current Meter 6
Three Circuit Current Meter 7
Optional Remote Monitoring .............................................................................................. 8
Current Monitoring Meter Overview 8
Current Monitoring Meter Instructions 8
Service/Tech Support ..................................................................................................... 15
Service and Maintenance 15
More Technical Support 15
Table of Figures .............................................................................................................. 16
Revision History .............................................................................................................. 17
Geist 1821 Yolande Ave., Lincoln, NE 68521
800.432.3219 | 402.474.3400 | F: 402.474.4369 | www.geistglobal.com
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Rev Date: 7/28/2014
Specifications
Overview
The L Series products are In-Line Power Monitoring Units intended for connection between an AC
Mains circuit and a Power Distribution Unit (PDU). The In-Line Power Monitoring Units are
designed to be powered by either a single phase or a three phase AC input circuit and have an
outlet or output cord and connector body for connection to an external device (such as a PDU).
The In-Line Power Monitoring Units are rated from 12 to 32 Amps depending on the unit’s
configuration. Three phase units can be configured for either a delta or wye input/output
connection. In-Line Power Monitoring Units can be configured with a Geist Local Current Meter,
Power Meter, or a remote Current Monitoring Meter to perform the monitoring functions.
Environmental
Temperature
Operating: 10°C (50°F) min 45°C (113°F) max
Storage: -25°C (-13°F) min 65°C (149°F) max
Humidity
Operating: 5% min 95% max (non-condensing)
Storage: 5% min 95% max (non-condensing)
Elevation
Operating: 0 m (0 ft) min 2000 m (6561 ft) max
Storage: 0 m (0 ft) min 15240 m (50000 ft) max
Electrical
See nameplate for unit ratings.
Networking (For Current Monitoring Meter Units Only)
Protocols
HTTP, ICMP, DHCP, TCP/IP, FTP
Ethernet Link Speed
10 Mbit; half-duplex
Data Formats (For Current Monitoring Meter Units Only)
HTML, SNMP, XML
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Detachable Power Supply Cords
L Series In-Line Power Monitoring Units may optionally be configured with an AC Inlet for
connection to AC Mains power. Use only detachable power supply cords of the appropriate size
and type, as stated below, with the unit. Use only with light PVC sheathed flexible cords
(according to IEC 60227) or ordinary tough rubber-sheathed flexible cords (according to IEC
60245) that terminate in an attachment plug meeting local/national code requirements.
For Global units use a minimum 1.5 mm2 nominal conductor cross-sectional area detachable
power supply cord with ratings of 300 V and 75 °C. The power supply cord cable designation
should be H03VV-F, H03VVH2-F, or better.
For North American units use a minimum 14 AWG power supply cord with ratings of 300 V and
75 °C. The power supply cord cable designation should be SJT or better.
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.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
FCC and Canadian ICES-003 requirements for units with Current Monitoring Meter: The ferrite
core shipped with the unit must be placed around the Ethernet cable close to the In-Line Meter.
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Installation
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Instructions
1. Using appropriate hardware, mount In-Line Meter to rack
2. Plug In-Line Meter into de-energized branch circuit receptacle
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3. Connect external device to the In-Line Meter’s output outlet or connector.
4. Turn on branch circuit to energize the In-Line Meter.
5. Power on external device.
Guidelines
If the In-Line Meter is installed in a cabinet the ambient temperature of the rack should be
no greater than 45C.
Install the In-Line Meter such that the amount of airflow required for safe operation of
equipment is not compromised.
Mount the In-Line Meter so that a hazardous condition is not achieved due to uneven
mechanical loading.
Follow nameplate ratings when connecting equipment to the branch circuit. Take into
consideration the effect that overloading of the circuits might have on overcurrent protection
and supply wiring.
The In-Line Meter relies on the building installation for protection from overcurrent conditions.
A certified overcurrent protection device is required in the building installation. The
overcurrent protection device should be sized according to the In-Line Meter’s nameplate
ratings and local/national electrical codes.
Reliable earthing of rack-mount equipment should be maintained. Particular attention should
be given to supply connections other than direct connections to the branch circuit.
The In-Line Meter must be connected to an earthed socket-outlet.
The In-Line Meter is intended for Restricted Access Locations only and only qualified service
personnel should install and access the In-Line Meter.
For pluggable equipment, install the In-Line Meter so that the input plug or appliance coupler
may be disconnected for service.
Caution: Disconnect all power cords before servicing.
The In-Line Meter is intended for use with TN, TT, or IT power supply systems
Branch Circuit should be sized based on the In-Line Meter’s nameplate electrical rating. For North
American units, the branch circuit should have a current rating equal to 125% of the unit’s
nameplate current rating. For Global units, the branch circuit should have a current rating equal to
the unit’s nameplate current rating.
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Optional Local Monitoring
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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 In-Line Meter is
connected to AC Mains power.
Current: In-Line Meter output current draw measured in true RMS Amps
Voltage: In-Line Meter output voltage measured in true RMS Voltage
Power: In-Line Meter output power measured in Watts – referred to as real or active
power
Power Factor: Ration of real In-Line Meter output power to apparent In-Line Meter
output power2
Power Meter Display
Current Meter
The Geist CM-1 current meter is a low-power, high accuracy meter capable of measuring true
RMS Current. The value of current is continuously shown on an easy to read, 4-digit LED
Display. The Current Meter will automatically begin to display value of output current when the
In-Line Meter is connected to AC Mains power.
Current Meter Display
Real power is the power in a circuit that is transformed from electric to non-electric energy, while
apparent power is the total power supplied to the circuit.
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