Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
USER MANUAL
Model:
PL-50
Power Controller - Monitor
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Contents
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Contents
1 Introduction 1
2 Getting Started 1
2.1 Quick Start 1
3 Overview 3
3.1 Terminology Used in this User Manual 4
4 Your PL-50 Power Controller - Monitor 4
5 Installing in a Rack 7
6 Connecting the PL-50 Power Controller - Monitor 8
6.1 Connecting the Relays 9
6.2 Controlling the PL-50 via the Ethernet Port 9
6.2.1 Connecting the ETHERNET Port Directly to a PC (Crossover Cable) 9
6.2.2 Connecting via a Straight-Through Cable 10
6.2.3 Configuring the Ethernet Port Initially 11
6.3 Controlling via the Embedded Web Pages 13
6.3.1 Setting the Embedded Web Page 13
6.3.2 The Panel Screen 15
6.3.3 The Scheduler Screen 16
6.3.4 The Channel Settings Screen 18
6.3.5 The Alerts Screen 19
6.3.6 The Power Measurement Screen 21
6.3.7 The Power ON/OFF Order Screen 22
6.3.8 The Configurations Screen 24
6.3.8.1 The Security System 26
6.4 DIP-switch Settings 27
7 Operating Your PL-50 Power Controller – Monitor 27
7.1 Calibrating via the Front Panel Buttons 27
8 Flash Memory Upgrade 29
8.1 Upgrading the Firmware 29
8.1.1 Download the Firmware 29
8.1.2 Connect a PC to the PL-50 29
8.1.3 Update the Firmware 30
8.2 Changing the Device Parameters 35
9 Technical Specifications 35
10 Kramer Protocol 3000 36
10.1 Protocol 3000 Syntax 36
10.2 Command Terms 37
10.3 Common Commands 38
10.4 Result and Error Codes 40
10.5 Security Commands 40
10.6 Network Setting Commands 41
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10.7 Instruction Codes 43
Figures
Figure 1: PL-50 Power Controller – Monitor Front Panel 5
Figure 2: PL-50 Power Controller – Monitor (for Europe) Rear Panel 5
Figure 3: PL-50 Power Controller – Monitor (for USA) Rear Panel 5
Figure 4: Connecting the PL-50 8
Figure 5: Relay Wiring 9
Figure 6: Local Area Connection Properties Window 10
Figure 7: Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Window 10
Figure 8: K-UPLOAD Main Screen 11
Figure 9: Connect Screen 12
Figure 10: Device Properties Screen 12
Figure 11: Typing the IP Number 13
Figure 12: Loading the Embedded Web Pages 13
Figure 13: Running the Application 14
Figure 14: HOME Embedded Web Page 15
Figure 15: Selecting a Channel 15
Figure 16: The Scheduler Screen 16
Figure 17: Scheduling the Outlets 17
Figure 18: The Channel Settings Screen 18
Figure 19: The Alerts Screen 19
Figure 20: Setting the Alarms 20
Figure 21: The Power Measurement Screen 21
Figure 22: The Power ON/OFF Order Screen 22
Figure 23: Power ON Order Example 23
Figure 24: Switching ON Sequence Example 23
Figure 25: Configurations Embedded Web Page 24
Figure 26: Enable Security System 25
Figure 27: Security System Enabled 25
Figure 28: User Login 26
Figure 29: SETUP DIP-switches 27
Figure 30: K-UPLOAD Screen 30
Figure 31: Connect Ethernet by IP Number 30
Figure 32: Connection Time Out Message 31
Figure 33: K-UPLOAD Connected 32
Figure 34: Open the Firmware File 32
Figure 35: Warning Window 33
Figure 36: Upload Progress 33
Figure 37: Restart Message 34
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Tables
Table 1: Terminology Used in this User Manual 4
Table 2: PL-50 Power Controller – Monitor Features 6
Table 3: Relay PINOUT 9
Table 4: The Scheduler Screen Features 16
Table 5: The Channel Settings Screen Features 18
Table 6: The Alerts Screen Features 19
Table 7: The Power Measurement Screen Features 21
Table 8: The Power ON/OFF Order Screen Features 22
Table 9: DIP-switch Definitions 27
Table 10: Technical Specifications of the PL-50 35
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Introduction
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1 Introduction
Welcome to Kramer Electronics! Since 1981, Kramer Electronics has been
providing a world of unique, creative, and affordable solutions to the vast
range of problems that confront the video, audio, presentation, and
broadcasting professional on a daily basis. In recent years, we have redesigned
and upgraded most of our line, making the best even better! Our 1,000-plus
different models now appear in 11 groups
1
Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer PL-50 Power Controller Monitor.
that are clearly defined by
function.
The PL-50 is ideal for power monitoring and security systems.
The package includes the following items:
• PL-50 Power Controller Monitor
• A power cord and an infrared remote control transmitter (including the
required battery and a separate user manual
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)
• This user manual
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• P3K Wizard Software
2 Getting Started
We recommend that you:
• Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging
materials for possible future shipment
• Review the contents of this user manual
• Use Kramer high performance high resolution cables
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2.1 Quick Start
This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation steps.
1 GROUP 1: Distribution Amplifiers; GROUP 2: Switchers and Matrix Switchers; GROUP 3: Control Systems; GROUP 4:
Format/Standards Converters; GROUP 5: Range Extenders and Repeaters; GROUP 6: Specialty AV Products; GROUP 7:
Scan Converters and Scalers; GROUP 8: Cables and Connectors; GROUP 9: Room Connectivity; GROUP 10: Accessories
and Rack Adapters; GROUP 11: Sierra Products
2 Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from the Internet at
http://www.kramerelectronics.com
3 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at
http://www.kramerelectronics.com
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Overview
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3 Overview
The PL-50 Power Controller Monitor can control up to five power channels at
a total load of 10A. The PL-50, by measuring and then monitoring the
standby and active modes of the connected units, can detect whether a unit is
in the standby mode, the active mode or is disconnected.
Two versions of the PL-50 are available, a European version and a version for
the USA.
The PL-50 features include:
• PRESET LEVEL buttons, for measuring the STANDBY mode and the
ACTIVE mode for reference
• A green ACTIVE LED and an orange STANDBY LED per channel,
indicating the status of the outlet
• The ability to detect a change in the state of any of the channels and then
trigger an alarm via the RELAY and Digital control terminal blocks that
can be connected to an alarm or any other room activity
• Control via embedded Web pages, letting you schedule the activity of the
outlet, set a response in case of an event, set the status of each channel
separately, set the power ON/OFF order and delay, and so on
• An Ethernet port and a USB port for unit configuration and control
Control the PL-50 using the front panel buttons, or remotely via:
• USB, RS-485 or RS-232 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen
system, PC, or other serial controller
• ETHERNET
• The Kramer Infrared Remote Control Transmitter
To achieve the best performance:
• Connect only good quality connection cables, thus avoiding interference,
deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching, and elevated noise
levels (often associated with low quality cables)
• Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may
adversely influence signal quality and position your PL-50 away from
moisture, excessive sunlight and dust
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3.1 Terminology Used in this User Manual
Table 1 defines some terms that are used in this user manual:
Table 1: Terminology Used in this User Manual
Term
Definition
802.3
The standard specification for ETHERNET that is maintained by the Institute of Electrical and
Electronics Engineers (IEEE).
Dynamic Host Configuration
Protocol (DHCP)
Allows the network administrator to distribute IP addresses from a central point and
automatically send a new IP address when an Ethernet point is plugged into a different
network location.
Gateway
A network position serving as an entry to another network. On the Internet, a node or
stopping point can be either a gateway node or a host (end-point) node.
IP Address
A 32-binary digit number that identifies each sender or receiver (within a network via a
particular server or workstation) of data (HTML pages or e-mails) that is sent in packets
across the Internet. Every device connected to an IP network must have a unique IP
address. This address is used to reference the specific unit.
Local Area Network (LAN)
Computers sharing a common communications line or wireless link, which often share a
server within a defined geographic area.
Media Access Control
(MAC) Address
A computer's unique hardware number (or address) in a LAN or other network. On an
Ethernet LAN, the (MAC) address is identical to the Ethernet address.
Transmission Control
Protocol/Internet Protocol
(TCP/IP)
The basic communication language or protocol of the Internet that breaks the message into
appropriately sized packets for the network, and can be used as a communications protocol
in an intranet or an extranet.
4 Your PL-50 Power Controller - Monitor
Figure 1 and Table 2 define the PL-50 Power Controller - Monitor:
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Figure 1: PL-50 Power Controller – Monitor Front Panel
Figure 2: PL-50 Power Controller – Monitor (for Europe) Rear Panel
Figure 3: PL-50 Power Controller – Monitor (for USA) Rear Panel
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Table 2: PL-50 Power Controller – Monitor Features
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Feature
Function
1 IR Receiver Window The red LED lights when receiving signals from the Kramer
Infrared remote control transmitter
2 POWER LED The red LED lights when the main power is ON
3 OUT Channel
(from 1 to 5)
STANDBY LED The orange LED lights when the channel outlet is in the
standby mode, and blinks when reading the standby level
4 ACTIVE LED The green LED lights when an outlet is connected to that
power channel and active, and blinks when reading the preset
active level
5 OUT Button Press one or more buttons to select the power channel for
calibrating
6 PRESET LEVEL
Buttons
STANDBY Press to read the standby mode
7 ACTIVE Press to read the active mode
8 PROGRAM USB connector For configuring and programming the unit
9 ETHERNET Connector Connects to the PC or other Serial Controller through computer
networking
10 RESET Press to reset the standby and active values for all the
channels, as well as the security passwords
11 RS-232 9-pin D-sub Port Connect to the PC or other Serial Controller
12 DIP-switches Program, for technical use only
RS-485 TERM, for RS-485 termination
13 RS-485 Terminal Block Connector Connect to the PC or other Serial Controller
14 RELAY terminal block connector Connect to an alarm or other item (see section 6.1)
15 DIGITAL CONTROL (G, OC
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Connect to an alarm or other item )
Terminal Block Connector
16 Power Outlets (from 1 to 5) 220-240V AC for European version (see Figure 2)
100-120V AC for USA version (see
Figure 3)
17 POWER IN Connector with FUSE AC connector enabling power supply to the unit
18 POWER Switch Illuminated switch supplying power to the unit
1 OC means Open Collector
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Installing in a Rack
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5 Installing in a Rack
This section describes what to do before installing in a rack and how to rack
mount.
Before Installing in a Rack How to Rack Mount
Before installing in a rack, be sure that the
environment is within the recommended range:
To rack-mount a machine:
1. Attach both ear brackets to the
machine. To do so, remove the
screws from each side of the
machine (3 on each side), and
replace those screws through the
ear brackets.
When installing on a 19" rack, avoid hazards by
taking care that:
. It is located within the recommended
environmental conditions, as the operating
ambient temperature of a closed or multi unit
rack assembly may exceed the room ambient
temperature.
. Once rack mounted, enough air will still flow
around the machine.
. The machine is placed straight in the correct
horizontal position.
. You do not overload the circuit(s). When
connecting the machine to the supply circuit,
overloading the circuits might have a detrimental
effect on overcurrent protection and supply
wiring. Refer to the appropriate nameplate
ratings for information. For example, for fuse
replacement, see the value printed on the
product label.
. The machine is earthed (grounded) in a
reliable way and is connected only to an
electricity socket with grounding. Pay particular
attention to situations where electricity is
supplied indirectly (when the power cord is not
plugged directly into the socket in the wall), for
example, when using an extension cable or a
power strip, and that you use only the power
cord that is supplied with the machine.
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2
3
4
5
2. Place the ears of the machine
against the rack rails, and insert the
proper screws (not provided)
through each of the four holes in
the rack ears.
Note:
In some models, the front panel
may feature built-in rack ears
Detachable rack ears can be
removed for desktop use
Always mount the machine in the
rack before you attach any cables
or connect the machine to the
power
If you are using a Kramer rack
adapter kit (for a machine that is
not 19"), see the Rack Adapters
user manual for installation
instructions available from:
http://www.kramerelectronics.com)
CAUTION!
OPERATING TEMPERATURE:
STORAGE TEMPERATURE:
HUMIDITY:
0º to +55ºC (32º to 131ºF)
-45º to +72ºC (-49º to 162ºF)
10% to 90% , RHL n on-condensing
!
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6 Connecting the PL-50 Power Controller - Monitor
To connect the PL-50, as illustrated in the example in Figure 4, do the following
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1. Connect up to five
:
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OUT 1 to a DVD player
outlets (from 1 to 5). For example, connect:
OUT 2 to an LCD display
OUT 4 to a power amplifier with speakers
OUT 5 to a lighting system
2. Set the DIP-switches (see
Table 2).
3. Connect an item (for example, an alarm) via the RELAY and/or DIGITAL
CONTROL terminal block connectors (not shown in
Figure 4).
4. As an option you can connect a PC and/or controller to the RS-232 port,
RS-485 port and/or the ETHERNET connector (see section
6.2.1)
5. Connect the power cord
3
Figure 4 (not shown in ).
Figure 4: Connecting the PL-50
1 Be sure that the power is switched OFF on each device before connecting it to your PL-50. After connecting all the devices
to your PL-50, switch on the power of the PL-50, and then switch on the power of each device
2 You do not have to connect all the outlets. In this example OUT 3 is not connected
3 We recommend that you use only the power cord that is supplied with this machine
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6.1 Connecting the Relays
Figure 5 shows how to connect the relay.
To Alarm
Figure 5: Relay Wiring
On each 3-pole terminal block connector, connect either: C to NC, or C to
NO.
Table 3 defines the Relay PINOUT:
Table 3: Relay PINOUT
RELAY PINOUT
C Common
NO Normally Open (relay is open by default and closes for activation)
NC Normally Closed (relay is closed by default and opens for activation)
6.2 Controlling the PL-50 via the Ethernet Port
You can connect the PL-50 via the ETHERNET in the following ways:
• For direct connection to the PC, use a crossover cable (see section
6.2.1)
• For connection via a network hub or network router, use a
straight-through cable (see section
6.2.2)
6.2.1 Connecting the ETHERNET Port Directly to a PC (Crossover Cable)
You can connect the Ethernet port of the PL-50 to the Ethernet port on your
PC, via a crossover cable with RJ-45 connectors.
This type of connection is recommended for identifying the PL-50
with the factory configured default IP address
After connecting the Ethernet port, configure your PC as follows:
1. Right-click the My Network Places icon on your desktop.
2. Select Properties.
3. Right-click Local Area Connection Properties.
4. Select Properties.
The Local Area Connection Properties window appears.
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5. Select the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click the Properties button (see
Figure 6).
Figure 6: Local Area Connection Properties Window
6. Select Use the following IP address, and fill in the details as shown in
Figure 7.
7. Click OK.
Figure 7: Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Window
6.2.2 Connecting via a Straight-Through Cable
You can connect the ETHERNET of the PL-50 to the Ethernet port on a
network hub or network router, via a straight-through cable with RJ-45
connectors.
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6.2.3 Configuring the Ethernet Port Initially
To initially configure the Ethernet port, download the K-UPLOAD Ethernet
configuration software
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Follow these steps to configure the port:
. Extract the file to a folder and create a shortcut on
your desktop to the file.
1. Double click the desktop icon
the K-UPLOAD screen appears:
Figure 8: K-UPLOAD Main Screen
2. Click the Connect button.
The Connect screen appears as follows:
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Figure 9: Connect Screen
3. Connect a USB cable from a USB port on the PC to the USB port on the
PL-50 (you can also connect to the PC via the Ethernet or a serial connector).
4. Check USB as the connection method and select the com port from the USB
drop down list.
5. Click Connect.
The K-UPLOAD screen appears.
Figure 10: Device Properties Screen
6. If required, make changes and click Save. If not, click Exit.
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