LAN / WI-FI

The product can be connected to one network only at a time. When a live RJ45 (Ethernet) connection is detected, the product uses the LAN. When the RJ45 cable is disconnected or the link layer is inactive, the product switches to WiFi.

For the WiFi connection, the product uses an internal antenna. When installed a metal cabinet, its range will be very limited.

The WiFi connection can be configured using the AP mode, or with the NFC interface and the NETIO Mobile2 app.

• For WiFi setup without NFC, the product features a built-in WiFi AP as well as a wizard to guide you through the selection of a WiFi network and configuring the connection. The mode switch button is located under the top panel.
• With the NETIO Mobile2 app and a NFC-capable phone, the product can be connected to a WiFi network in 60 seconds. 

INDUSTRIAL PRODUCT QUALITY

• Open M2M API
• Wide range of operating temperatures, accurate measurements in the entire range
• PowerUp state – defined output state after power-up (remembers the last state)
• PowerUp delay (outputs switched on after a delay). In this way, the outputs can be switched on in a sequence after a power outage
• Firmware can be upgraded over the Web, configuration can be imported and exported .
• IOC -  Independent Output Control
• ZCS – Zero Current Switching (outputs 1 and 2)
• Energy metering tracks the energy flow in both directions separately (with two separate kWh counters); an additional, user-resettable counter is also provided . 

ZCS (ZERO CURRENT SWITCHING)

NETIO PowerDIN 4PZ can switch the metered outputs 1 and 2 when the immediate current crosses the zero level. ZCS significantly extends the lifetime of relay contacts when switching “problematic” appliances, such as LED lights or electric motors.

• ZCS (Zero Current Switching) means that the relays switch the outputs (1 and 2) at the moment when the current crosses the zero level.
• In the long run, ZCS support reduces the product failure rate due to internal relay damage.
• ZCS reduces the negative effects of a high inrush current.
• Thanks to ZCS, the device can control switching power supplies (servers, computers and other IT equipment) up to the maximum rated power.
• 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).

POWER-UP 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

Power-Up sequence (switching outputs on with a delay)

When the power is restored after an outage, electrical appliances can be switched on in sequence with certain delays in order to avoid an overload and the tripping of circuit breakers. With the PowerDIN 4PZ, use these parameters: “Power-Up state” = ON / LAST, and “Output PowerUp interval” = power-up delay before switching that particular output on.

Glossary: PowerUp state
Glossary: PowerUp sekvence

POWER MEASUREMENT

NETIO PowerDIN 4PZ measures electrical parameters for outputs 1 and 2 separately. Measured values are displayed in the web administration interface and are accessible via M2M protocols. PowerDIN 4PZ measures with accuracy better than 1% in the entire operating temperature range.

• 2x Current [A]
• 2x Load [W]
• 2x Energy [Wh] – user-resettable counter
• 2x Energy Out [Wh] – MID-compliant metering of energy taken from the grid
• 2x Energy In [Wh] – MID-compliant metering of energy supplied to the grid
• 2x TPF (True Power Factor)
• 2x Reverse Energy [Wh]
• 2x Phase shift  [-180...180°]
   
• Voltage [V]
• Grid frequency  [Hz]

Use cases for the remotely controlled electricity meter

• Electricity consumption monitoring for machines in the manufacturing industry
• Electric car slow charging control
• Switching power outputs on and off with a mobile app
• Remote consumption metering and output control from NETIO Cloud

MOBILE APPLICATION

PowerDIN 4PZ can be controlled over the local network using the NETIO Mobile 2 app (for Android mobile devices)

• The mobile app can be used to control several NETIO devices and all their outputs
• 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

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

• AN39  NETIO and third-party mobile apps for iPhone – iOS (URL API, Telnet, Modbus)
• AN38  NETIO and third-party mobile apps for Android (URL API, Telnet, Modbus)

SCHEDULER FUNCTION (CALENDAR)

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 periodic restarts of other equipment.

• Each output can have its own schedule, according which the output is switched
• While Scheduler (calendar) is running, the output can be controlled from NETIO Cloud, web interface or Open API
• The Scheduler does not require an internet connection (requires a time source – NTP server – for example a local ADSL / WiFi router)

NFC PRE-CONFIG - WI-FI CONFIGURATION IN 60 SECONDS

The WiFi network (SSID and password) to which the device connects at the installation site can be configured without even turning the device on. Our mobile application (NETIO Mobile 2) transfers the configuration from a phone or a tablet over NFC. This technology significantly reduces the installation time when connecting many devices to your WiFi network.