Smart PDU with 8 output and M2M API protocol

NETIO PowerPDU 8QS is a smart PDU (Power Distribution Unit) with eight outputs (8x IEC-320 C13) that is controlled and monitored via network (LAN). It is intended for mounting in a 19-inch rack (1U). Each output can be controlled independently.

The PowerPDU 8QS supports the measurement of electrical quantities on two channels:

1. Entire PDU (all outputs combined)
2. Only the first output separately (Output1).

A digital input (DI) can be used to control the outputs or read S0 pulses (electricity meter output). The device's WEB interface can be used to control the outputs and configure the device, e.g. set a schedule for each output.

With the NETIO Cloud service, the outputs can be controlled from anywhere in the world. The NETIO Cloud service is free for up to 3 years and then provided for a fee, but it uses SSL security and servers in Europe.

The open API enables integration with third-party systems using any of the available protocols (JSON, Modbus-TCP, SNMP, MQTT, Telnet, ...). NETIO PowerPDU 8QS can also be controlled from multimedia AV systems (Crestron, RTI, Control4, ...)

• Mains connection: 1x IEC-320 C20, 110/230V (16A)
• Sockets: 8x IEC-320 C13 (max 10A/socket)
• Energy measurement: Yes (Total + Output 1)
• Each outlet can be controlled individually via the web interface
• ZVS – Zero Voltage Switching for each outlet
• Mobile app: NETIO Mobile2 (Android)
• Cloud service: NETIO Cloud

Applications for the PowerPDU8QS remote smart PDU

• Restart via the web
• Energy savings (turn off equipment when not in use according to schedule)
• Control individual withdrawals via mobile app
• Control and monitoring of consumption via NETIO Cloud
• Measurement of historical consumption of connected devices
• Remotely control power supply (TV, sound system, lighting) from a variety of AV systems in shops, smart homes, museums and other businesses

Open API

The NETIO PowerPDU 8QS smart PDU supports measurement and control via the network via any of the following M2M protocols:

• SNMP v1 / v2
• SNMP v3
• MQTT-flex (plain / TLS)
• Modbus/TCP
• Telnet
• URL API (http get)
• JSON over HTTP
• XML over HTTP
• HTTP(s) Push JSON
• HTTP(s) Push XML

The SNMP protocol can always be used in parallel with the other protocols.

Documentation for the protocols is available on the manufacturer's website. The ANxx Application Notes provide useful guidance.

Schedulers (weekly timers) can turn off and on withdrawals according to predefined times and days of the week.

PowerUp sequence delays the closing of the outlets so that equipment can be started one at a time and not cause high surges of current that can blow fuses.

Electrical measurements for two channels: the entire PDU and output 1 separately (All outputs + 1). For both channels, the direction is taken into account when measuring: there is a kWh counter for consumed energy and another kWh counter for reverse (supplied) energy.

The digital input (DI) can be connected to a switch (potential-free contact) or used as an S0 pulse counter for reading energy consumption from an external electricity meter.

Professional product

• Fits into a 19-inch rack, 1 HE
• Input current up to 16A (output current max 10A / output)
• PDU (Power Distribution Unit) with 8 independent outputs
• Wide operating temperature range
• Very low internal power consumption
• Accurate electrical measurements, each unit is factory calibrated.
• PowerUp status – status of outputs after the device has been powered up is configurable (On / Off / Last status). A PowerUp delay can be configured for each output.
• Support for ZVS (Zero Voltage Switching) is important when the connected equipment is turned on / off frequently (several times a day).
• ZVS extends the life of equipment with high starting current.

NETIO PowerPDU 8QS

• LAN (RJ45): Yes
• Wi-Fi: No
• Web: Built-in web server
• Online demo: Yes
• FW upgrade: Yes web
• Mobile app: NETIO Mobile2 (Android)
• Cloud connection required for installation: No
• Control button for each output: No
• Cloud service: NETIO Cloud (free I up to 3 years ago for a fee, SSL security)

M2M API Protocol:

• JSON over HTTP (default)
• MQTT-flex (MQTT extension, supports SSL)
• SNMP v1 / v2
• SNMP v3
• Modbus/TCP
• XML over HTTP
• URL API (http get) (output control only)
• Telnet (control of outputs only, backwards compatible with KSHELL)
• HTTP(s) Push JSON
• HTTP(s) Push XML

• Lua support: No
• Scheduling function (weekly calendar): Yes
• IP WatchDog function: No
• Send email: No
• Power input: IEC-320 C20, 110 / 230V (max. 16A)
• Mechanical switch: No
• Power: 8x IEC-320 C13 (max 10A / output)
• Number of controlled outputs: 8
• LED indication of output state: No
• Electrical measurements: Yes
• Number of channels for measurements: 2 (All outputs + output 1)
• Parameters measured for the whole device: Frequency [Hz], Voltage [V], Total current [A], Total power [W], Total TruePF [-], Total phase shift [°], Total energy [Wh] , Total reverse energy [ Wh]
• Parameters measured for output 1: Current [A] / Power [W] / TruePF [-] / Phase shift [°] / Energy [Wh] / Reverse energy [Wh]
• Accuracy of electrical measurements: better than 1% (over the entire temperature range)
• Internal consumption: 1-3 W.