Xtramus NuOutlet-LN User Manual

NuOutlet-LN

User’s Manual

USM Ver 1.1

Foreword

Copyright

Copyright © 2010 Xtramus T e chnologies, all rights reserved. The information contained in this document is the property of Xtramus
Technologies. No part of this publication shall be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any
means, without the prior written permission of Xtramus Technologies.

Disclaimer

The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of
Xtramus Technologies. The information in this document is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, Xtramus Technologies
assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in the docume nt.

Trademarks
NuOutlet-LN, NuOutlet-WIN, NuDiscover are trademarks or registered trademarks of Xtramus Technologies. All other

trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

Warranty

Xtramus Technologies warrants for the hardware provided along with this document under proper usage and conditions in normal
environment; any improper operation or in irregular environment may possibly cause this product NOT function well. For detailed
terms, please contact your local dealer.

Contact Information

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Fax: [phone]

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Revision History

Date Version History

2007/12/25 1.0 First version

1. Change manual format accordingly.

2010/12/17 1.1

2. Change NuOutlet-Win installation figures on page
14~15.

3. Change Device Control figure on page 32.

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Table of Contents

Foreword..........................................................................................................................................2

Revision History..............................................................................................................................3

1. NuOutlet-LN Packet Accessories...........................................................................................5

2. Safety Instructions ..................................................................................................................6

2.1 Overload Protection..........................................................................................................6

2.1.1 Software........................................................................................................................6

2.1.2 Internal Breaker ...........................................................................................................7

2.1.3 Power Fuse...................................................................................................................7

2.2 Booting/Startup Time........................................................................................................7

3. Product.....................................................................................................................................8

3.1 Description.........................................................................................................................8

3.2 Upgrading Firmware........................................................................................................12

4. Software..................................................................................................................................13

4.1 Installation........................................................................................................................13

4.2 Uninstalling......................................................................................................................16

4.3 Updating Software...........................................................................................................18

5. Basic Usage ...........................................................................................................................19

5.1 NuDiscover.......................................................................................................................19

5.2 NuOutlet-LN Window.......................................................................................................20

5.3 NuOutlet-LN Information.................................................................................................21

5.4 Username and Password................................................................................................22

6. Connecting the Device..........................................................................................................23

6.1 Cable Connection............................................................................................................ 23

6.2 Discovering Devices .......................................................................................................24

7. Functions ...............................................................................................................................25

7.1 Setting IP address...........................................................................................................25

7.2 Reporting..........................................................................................................................27

7.2.1 Interval Setting...........................................................................................................27

7.2.2 Show Statistics ..........................................................................................................28

7.2.3 Alarms.........................................................................................................................30

Alarm Setting..........................................................................................................30

Alarm Report..........................................................................................................31

7.3 Chart Color Setting..........................................................................................................32

7.3.1 Power Measurement..................................................................................................32

7.3.2 Device Control ...........................................................................................................34

7.3.3 Colors .........................................................................................................................36

7.3.4 Vertical and Horizontal Axes.....................................................................................37

Vertical Axis............................................................................................................37

Horizontal Axis.......................................................................................................37

7.4 Saving and Loading Log Files........................................................................................38

7.4.1 Auto Save ...................................................................................................................38

7.4.2 Manual Save...............................................................................................................38

7.4.3 Loading Log Files......................................................................................................39

7.5 Saving and Loading Configuration Files.......................................................................41

7.5.1 Save ............................................................................................................................41

7.5.2 Load ............................................................................................................................41

8. Default Settings .....................................................................................................................42

9. NuOutlet-LN Specifications..................................................................................................43

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1. NuOutlet-LN Packet Accessories

NuOutlet-LN comes with the following items to connect it to a DUT (Device under Test).

Accessory Image Accessory Name Description

Cat. 5 cable

Connect this between the NuOutlet-LN and
a RJ45 socket.

The screwdriver is supplied to help with

Screwdriver

turning the Chassis ID and Slot ID dials.
Use the socket adaptor to change the

female end of the short cable into an

Socket adaptor

international socket. This is used to change
the DUTs power connector.

The short power cable is attached to the

Short Power cable

outlet power socket of the NuOutlet-LN to
attach the socket adaptor in to.

Plug into the inlet power of the socket of the

Power cables

NuOutlet-LN for use in corresponding
countries.

Note: Socket adaptor and Short Power cable are not necessary and therefore not available in
Taiwan, United States or Japan.

Here is an illustration of how a NuOutlet-LN is connected to the
DUT.

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2. Safety Instructions

2.1 Overload Protection

The NuOutlet-LN is fitted with 3 levels of protection to prevent the device being damaged in the
event of voltage changes.

1. Software

2. Internal breaker

3. Power Fuse

2.1.1 Software

The NuOutlet-LN Software allows the NuOutlet-LN to switch off if it exceeds the set thresholds.

To set the alarm threshold:

1. Open NuDiscover > Discover > Configure.

2. NuOutlet-LN Window > Report > Alarm Setting.

Click on the check boxes to include the alarm.
Manually enter the threshold value. The maximum and minimum threshold values are next to the
item names.

The alarm can either be audible or can switch off the device. Check Alarm Buzz for an audible
alarm or check Power Off to switch off the device.

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2.1.2 Internal Breaker

The NuOutlet-LN is fitted with a breaker switch that will be activated when outlet power shortage
occurs.

2.1.3 Power Fuse

On the left of the device is a power socket, this socket contains a fuse. Use a flat head screw
driver to leave the fuse holder out and replace with a 250V/25Amp fuse.

2.2 Booting/Startup Time

Please run tests only after starting up NuOutlet-LN for at least 30 minutes for its best accuracy.
And also keep the environment in constant temperature during tests.

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3. Product

3.1 Description

The NuOutlet-LN is designed for the collection of power parameters such as Vrms, Irms, active
power, power factor, peak voltage and peak current. These parameters can be checked and
analyzed directly from the outlet power of NuOutlet-LN or remotely across a network. The Outlet
Power function can be controlled directly or remotely across a network.

Below is a description of the functionality:

Front

1. LCD Display

The LCD display displays the status of the NuOutlet-LN, the following information can be
displayed: Power (Watts), Current (Amps), Voltage, Temperature (oC), Power Factor and
AC Frequency (Hz). IP address and Error codes are also displayed during performance
tests.

2. LED Lights
a) Remote – Turns bright green when remote login is successful. Flashes green when

Flash Device is pressed on the NuDiscover application.

b) Quiet – Turns bright green when pressing the quiet button; this silences the audible

alarm.

c) Error – Yellow when an error occurs.

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3. Configuration Buttons
a) V.A.W. – Press this button to switch the display between Volts, Amps and Watts

and current operating temperature.

b) Quiet – (i) Silences the audible alarm.

(ii) Restores the default factory settings to DHCP IP mode. Press Quiet to
set DHCP mode and restore factory settings when Chassis ID and Slot ID
are both turned to F.

c) Test – (i) Tests the alarm and LCD display. (Auto test: shows chassis ID/ slot ID, all

version numbers and current IP address)

Auto test starts and LCD flashes,

first, chassis ID and slot ID display,

then all version numbers display,

and complete current DHCP IP address displays at last.

(ii) Restore default factory settings to Static IP mode. Press Test to view the

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static IP "192.168.1.8" on the LCD and restores factory settings when
Chassis ID and Slot ID are both turned to F.

d) Chassis ID – Identify the device belonging to a specified NuStreams series on the

network, the range is #0~#E.

e) Slot ID – Identify which slot the specified NuStreams series device is in; the range is

#0~#E.

Left

1. Power Inlet – Plug the supplied power cable into this socket.

2. Fuse Holder – Holds a 250V/25Amp fuse which will blow if the current is exceeded.

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Right

1. Outlet Power Supply – Plug in the power supply of the Device Under Test (DUT). The
power supply can be switched on and off either through switch or remotely across the
network.

2. Outlet Switch – Switches the outlet power on/off.

3. LED Lights
a) PWR – Green when the NuOutlet-LN has power.
b) SYS – Flashes green when the system is enabled.

Dark or Bright green means the system is abnormal.

c) Loading – Flashes green when a load is in the Outlet socket.

The higher the load, the faster the flashing.
d) Error –Bright yellow when there is a short circuit or an error occurs.
e) Outlet PWR –Bright green when the Outlet Power is on.

4. Reset button – Use a pointed object to reset the NuOutlet-LN to reboot the system with
the last saved configuration.

5. RJ45 10/100 Mb connector – Insert a category 5 cable into this socket.

a) Full – Bright orange when fully duplex.
b) Link/Act – Bright green when linked. Flashes green when transmitting and receiving

data.

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3.2 Upgrading Firmware

The firmware of the NuOutlet-LN can be updated by following the instructions below:

1. Check the hardware version Help > About > Hardware Version.

2. Check http://www.xtramus.com to see if updates are available.

3. Click on the File name to download and save it to the required directory.

4. Go to NuOutlet-LN Window > TFTP > Download Firmware.

5. Click on Browse to locate the downloaded file and click Download to install the firmware.

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4. Software

4.1 Installation

To configure the NuOutlet-LN, it is best to install the configuration software. Follow the instructions
below:

1. Insert the installation CD into the CD-ROM drive of the computer.

2. Follow the on-screen instructions and the images below.

Click Next to start installation.

1. Click the radio button to accept the
license agreement.

2. Click Next to insert the Customer
Information.

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1. Enter the User Name and
Organization.

2. Click the radio button to select
current user or all users.

3. Click Next to continue.

Click Change if you would like to
change NuOutlet-WIN’s installation
path, or click Next to continue.

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installation.

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