Powermonitor 3000 master module – Rockwell Automation 1404-M4_M5_M6_M8 Powermonitor 3000 Master Module Installation Instructions User Manual
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Publication 1404-IN007F-EN-P - November 2009
The Powermonitor 3000 unit is a microprocessor-based monitoring and control device ideally
suited for a variety of applications including these:
• Load Profiling - Using the configurable trending utility to log power parameters, such
as real power, apparent power, and demand, for analysis of power usage by loads over
time.
• Demand Management - Understanding when and why demand charges occur lets you
make informed decisions that reduce your electrical power costs.
• Cost Allocation - Knowing your actual energy costs promotes manufacturing
efficiencies.
• Distribution System Monitoring - Using power parameters to show power flow,
system topology, and distribution equipment status.
• Emergency Load Shedding - Monitoring power usage to preserve system stability in
the event of sudden utility outage.
• Power System Control - Managing system voltage, harmonic distortion, and power
factor.
The power monitor is a sophisticated modern alternative for traditional electro-mechanical
metering devices. A single power monitor can replace many individual transducers and
meters. The power monitor provides you with easy to understand, accurate information in a
compact economical package.
Powermonitor 3000 Master Module
The master module contains the main microprocessor-based monitoring functions, including
terminations for power system connections, status inputs, control outputs, a native RS-485
communication port, and a port for the display module.
Configuration
Although the power monitor ships from the factory with default settings, you need to
configure it for your particular requirements. You may configure the power monitor by using
the optional display module. Alternately, you may use an external device or application to
write configuration, operational parameters and commands to the master module through its
native or optional communication port.
Refer to the Powermonitor 3000 User Manual, publication
for additional detail.
Optional external applications that you may use for power monitor configuration include
RSPower, RSPowerPlus, and RSEnergyMetrix software operating on a personal computer.
Contact your local Rockwell Automation sales office or distributor, or vi
for more information on available
software packages.