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PowerCable REST 101x

NETIO PowerCable REST 101x is a smart WiFi power socket for integration with third-party systems using its open API (10 protocols). Use PowerCable REST to measure electricity consumption and switch its output on/off using one of the 10 Open API protocols, the web interface, NETIO Cloud, or the mobile app.

PowerCable is an industrial smart power extension cable with a WiFi connection to a LAN. Its web interface can be used to configure the device, display the energy metering values (V, A, kWh, W, Hz, TruePF) and turn on/off the controlled output power socket.

PowerCable REST 101x can be used for industrial applications. The product operates in a wide temperature range, supports FW upgrades over the web, can be controlled using a documented API, supports accurate energy metering, is capable of switching up to 16A when the current crosses the zero level, and more.

PowerCable REST 101x can be controlled with the NETIO Mobile2 app. Use an Android device with the app to control the outputs of multiple NETIO products.

NETIO Cloud is a TLS-secured service for controlling the outputs from anywhere and monitoring the electricity measurement data.

Open API allows controlling the outputs over the network using various protocols (http XML/JSON, Modbus/TCP, MQTT, SNMP, Telnet and more... ).

AV drivers make it easy to connect NETIO sockets to professional Audio/Video systems such as Neets, CRESTRON, Control4 and more. 

PRODUCT COMPARISON

Connection Switched Outputs Metered Channels Smart Switching Inputs NFC Web Interface NETIO Cloud Lua scripts WatchDog function Scheduler function Mobile App HTTPs Open API
PowerPDU 4C 2xLAN 4xC13 4 ZCS RS-232 - YES YES YES YES YES iOS + Android YES 15 protocols
PowerPDU 4PS LAN 4xC13 - ZVS - - YES YES - - YES Android - 10 protocols
PowerPDU 8QS LAN 8xC13 1+1 ZVS 1xDI - YES YES - - YES Android - 10 protocols
PowerPDU 4PZ LAN WiFİ 2+2 2 ZCS / - 2xDI (S0) YES YES YES - - YES Android - 10 protocols
PowerPDU 3Px LAN 3x - ZVS - - YES YES - - YES Android - 10 protocols
PowerPDU 4Kx LAN 4x 4 ZCS - - YES YES - - YES Android - 10 protocols
PowerCableRES
T101x 		WiFi 1x 1 ZCS - YES YES YES - - YES Android - 10 protocols

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

  1. PowerCable REST 101Y – Europlug (CEE 7/7) input, IEC320 C13 output
  2. PowerCable REST 101F  – DE (Type F – Schuko)
  3. PowerCable REST 101E  – FR (Type E) – France, Belgium, Czechia, Slovakia, Poland
  4. PowerCable REST 101J  – CH (Type J) – Switzerland
  5. PowerCable REST 101S – IEC-320 C13/C14 – 110/230V – 50/60Hz
  6. PowerCable REST 101G – UK (Type G) – United Kingdom, Ireland
  1. Current [A]
  2. Energy [kWh]
  3. Power [W]
  4. TPF (True Power Factor)
  5. Frequency [Hz]
  6. Grid voltage [V]
  7. Phase [°]
     
101x Input Output Voltage / Current
PowerCable REST 101Y Europlug (CEE 7/7) IEC-320 C13 230V / 10A
PowerCable REST 101F Europlug (CEE 7/7) DE – Type F Schuko 230V / 16A
PowerCable REST 101E Europlug (CEE 7/7) FR – Type E 230V / 16A
PowerCable REST 101J CH – Type J CH – Type J 230V / 10A
PowerCable REST 101S IEC-320 C14 IEC-320 C13 110/230V 10A
PowerCable REST 101G UK – Type G UK – Type G 230V / 13A

OPEN API: OPEN INTERFACE

PowerCable REST 101x, 10 farklı M2M protokolünden biri ile kontrol edilebilir:

Modbus/TCP  AN27, AN22 AN37
MQTT-flex AN40
Telnet AN10
http URL API  AN19 AN29
JSON over HTTP (default) AN21, AN30 AN42
http Push JSON
http Push XML
XML over HTTP AN20 AN31
SNMP v1 AN11 AN41
SNMP v3

The SNMP protocol can be always used in parallel to other APIs.

Regardless of the Open API used, PowerCable REST 101x can be always controlled from its web interface and from the NETIO Cloud service. The customer may use one Open API protocol and the NETIO Cloud service simultaneously.

Useful links:

USECASES

NETIO usage examples
ELECTRICAL MEASUREMENT

ELECTRICAL MEASUREMENT

Each unit is two-point calibrated during manufacturing to measure consumption with a high accuracy. The immediate values are available through the web interface and the Open API:

  • Current [A]
  • Output power [W]
  • Energy [Wh]
  • TPF (True Power Factor)
  • Voltage [V]
  • Grid frequency [Hz]
  • Phase [°]
  • Reverse Energy [Wh]
  • Measurement accuracy: better than 1%
More about electrical measurements
NETIO CLOUD

NETIO CLOUD

The product can be connected to NETIO Cloud. Control a hundred outputs from a single web screen! NETIO Cloud is an ideal solution for remote control and restarting. The NETIO Cloud service is provided for a fee and supports NETIO products.

  • All devices produced by NETIO products can be connected to NETIO Cloud.
  • Devices connected to the service can be controlled securely from anywhere over the Web (HTTPs).
  • Thanks to the included “Welcome credit”, the service can be used at no extra cost for the first 3 years.
  • NETIO Cloud can be used in parallel with another Open API protocol.
  • Communication with the Cloud service is secured (port 8883 - MQTTs - TLS).
  • NETIO Cloud uses a separate Open API (MQTTS protocol) to control all devices linked to a given user account.
More about NETIO Cloud
MOBILE APPLICATION

MOBILE APPLICATION

PowerCable REST101x can be controlled over the local network with the NETIO Mobile 2 app (Android only at the moment).

  • The mobile app can be used to control several NETIO devices and all their outputs as well as to read the electrical measurements.
  • The mobile device must be connected to the same LAN (connect the phone/tablet via WiFi).
  • NETIO Mobile2 can scan the LAN and discover connected devices. WiFi connection to the LAN is required.
  • NFC support for a quick setup of many devices

For the moment, NETIO Mobile 2 is not available for iOS users. We recommend using third-party apps:

NETIO Mobile 2
SCHEDULER FUNCTION

SCHEDULER FUNCTION

With the Scheduler function, each output can be switched on and off automatically at pre-defined times and days-of-week. A schedule is useful for saving energy and periodically restarting the connected appliances. 

  • Each output can have its own schedule.
  • While the schedule is in effect, the output can be also controlled with NETIO Cloud, from the web and using other inputs.
  • The scheduler works without an Internet connection (a time source – a NTP server – is needed, such as a local ADSL / WiFi router).
More about the Scheduler
WI-FI CONNECTION

WI-FI CONNECTION

PowerCable REST connects to the network using WiFi (internal antenna). The initial WiFi connection is very simple: PowerCable works as a WiFi AP, searches for available WiFi networks and asks the user to select from them. A web wizard guides through the connection process. No mobile app is needed to install the device.

The NETIO WiFi Reconnect feature ensures stable availability of the device in an ordinary WiFi network. WiFi Reconnect ensures a stable LAN connection even in cases of an unstable WiFi AP, a necessity to switch over from one WiFi AP to another due to fluctuating signal strength, and so on.

Wi-Fi connection setup (AP mode)

The package includes the PowerCable QIG with instructions on how to quickly connect the device to your WiFi network and perform initial configuration over the web interface.

  • NETIO PowerCable creates a WiFi network that you connect to with your PC or mobile phone.
  • The device then scans for WiFi networks in the vicinity, and lets you choose from a list and type the password.
  • NETIO PowerCable then confirms the connection to the network and displays the assigned IP address.
  • NETIO PowerCable devices can be discovered in the LAN using the NETIO Discover tool.

NFC pre-config – Installation in 60 seconds

WiFi connection (SSID and password) can be configured without turning PowerCable on. Set the configuration using the app (NETIO Mobile 2) and transfer it to PowerCable from your phone or tablet over NFC. This technology significantly reduces the installation time when installing many devices.

The entire process including unpacking takes at most 60 seconds; after that, your smart WiFi socket is connected to the LAN.

More about NFC-preconfig
PROFESSIONAL PRODUCT

PROFESSIONAL PRODUCT

  • Open API
  • Wide operating temperature range (-10 to 65 °C)
  • Accurate energy metering (<1%), every unit is calibrated
  • FW can be upgraded over the web
  • IOC - Independent Output Control
  • PowerUp state – defined output state after power-up
  • WiFi Reconnect
  • ZCS – Zero Current Switching

ZCS (Zero Current Switching)

An important feature of NETIO PowerCable REST 101x is ZCS (Zero Current Switching). ZCS means that the internal relay switches the output power outlet on or off when the current crosses the zero level.

  • Thanks to ZCS, the device can control switching power supplies (servers, computers and other IT equipment) up to the maximum rated power.
  • Using ZCS (Zero Current Switching) to switch the outputs reduces the chance of a circuit breaker tripping when power is restored after an outage.
  • Since the relay switches when the sinusoidal current curve crosses the zero level, negative effects of inrush current are significantly reduced.
  • ZCS significantly reduces EMC interference generated by switching a 230V output on and off.
  • ZCS extends the lifetime of connected equipment; especially in case of frequent on/off switching of devices that are not designed for that (such as switching power supplies).
Glossary: ZCS

PowerUp state

For some applications, it is important to set the power socket state immediately after the device is powered on (or the power is restored after a failure). With some machines it is important to avoid momentary switch-on or switch-off. This parameter therefore defines the behavior of the 110/230V output power socket before the standard communication with a master system starts to work.

  • On
  • Off
  • LAST state restores the last state before the power was disconnected

Delayed switch-on function ensures that the 110/230V power output is switched on with a configurable delay (several seconds) after the power is restored. This can avoid circuit breaker tripping when power is restored after an outage.

Glossary: PowerUp state

GENERAL PROPERTIES

  Switched
Power
Outputs 		Output
switching 		Metered
channels 		LAN WiFi IQRF Web NETIO Cloud Scheduler Mobile App Open API Max. current
per socket
PowerCable REST 101F 1x DE
(Type F) 		ZCS 1 - Yes - Yes Yes Yes Android 10 protocols 230V / 16A
PowerCable REST 101E 1x FR
(Type E) 		ZCS 1 - Yes - Yes Yes Yes Android 10 protocols 230V / 16A
PowerCable REST 101G 1x UK
(Type G) 		ZCS 1 - Yes - Yes Yes Yes Android 10 protocols 230V / 13A
PowerCable REST 101J 1x CH
(Type J) 		ZCS 1 - Yes - Yes Yes Yes Android 10 protocols 230V / 10A
PowerCable REST 101S 1x C13
(IEC-320) 		ZCS 1 - Yes - Yes Yes Yes Android 10 protocols 230V / 10A
PowerCable IQRF 901x 1x
(3 types) 		ZVS 1 - - Yes - - - - IQRF 230V / 13-16A
PowerBOX 3Px 3x
(3 types) 		ZVS - 1 - - Yes Yes Yes Android 10 protocols 230V / 10-16A
PowerBOX 4Kx 4x
(3 types) 		ZCS 4 1 - - Yes Yes Yes Android 10 protocols 230V / 10-16A

FAQ

Yes. Press the button 3 times, e.g. with a straightened paper clip, and the output switches to the other state.

When the device is powered up, the output is set according to the PowerUp Init setting (On / Off / LAST value).

Create a shortcut, select an icon and assign a command to invoke cURL with parameters to access the correct URL (see URL API).  The AN19 example shows how to control the output (electrical socket) by accessing a particular URL. Use the example that invokes cURL and assign this invocation to the icon on the desktop.

For the correct procedure, see the PowerCable xxx QIG (Quick Installation Guide). It is available for download at this page as well as included in the product package. To restore factory defaults, hold the button pressed, plug the device into a mains outlet and keep holding the button for at least 10 seconds (Green LED quickly flashing for 1sec). The device reverts to factory settings and the AP mode is activated (Yellow LED blinks quickly).

This is possible. Leave the device powered on and hold the button for 15 seconds until the LED flashes (yellow). The device will re-enter the installation AP mode, where you can connect to its WiFi AP and select another available network from the list.

Yes, the NETIO Mobile2 app is available. For details, see NETIO Mobile2.

Thanks to the open API, third-party mobile apps can be used, too. We are preparing AN38 and AN39.

Yes, update the firmware to version 3.0.0 or higher (Scheduler function).
Periodic switching can be also programmed in a master system that controls the output as needed via the Open API.

All values measured by PowerCable REST are displayed in the device’s web interface and accessible over Open API.

Yes, this is one of the main applications of PowerCable REST 101x. The output power socket can be switched on or off for instance by invoking a cURL command with appropriate parameters (see AN19).

Yes. We offer the “NETIO COBRA DevKit” product for deliveries of custom versions.
For more information about OEM use, please contact us.

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