The following instructions will help you
connect your SPC device.
Should you require further assistance, please
consult your SPC Installer/User Guide.
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About the SPC device
The SPC power control device offers secure AC
power management for 4, 8 or 16 attached devices.
The SPC device can remotely control the power
on/off status for each attached device. The 8-port
and 16-port SPC devices also provide measurement
and reporting of the total combined load of all
devices for accurate load management.
Rack mounting - 8/16-port
vertical units
Attach a mounting bracket to the top flange of the
SPC device with one set of screws and washers
through each of the two slots in the bracket. Secure
each screw with a nut. The slots allow about 1/2 inch
of vertical adaptability. Repeat with the other mounting
bracket on the bottom flange of the SPC device.
Attach the top and bottom brackets to your rack,
using the round holes in each bracket. The round
holes in each bracket may not align with the mounting
holes in your rack. You may use only one screw and
washer set per bracket to secure the SPC device
to your rack, as long as both top and bottom brackets
are attached to the rack.
Rack mounting - 8/16-port
horizontal units
Select the appropriate mounting bracket point for
proper depth within the rack on one side and attach
a mounting bracket with two screws. Repeat with
the other bracket on the other side of the unit.
Install the unit in your rack, using the slots in each bracket.
The slots allow about 1/4 inch of horizontal adaptability
to align with the rack’s mounting holes.
Rack mounting - 4-port units
A 4-port unit may be aligned horizontally or vertically in
your rack. Following the instructions in the SPC
Installer/User guide, attach a mounting bracket on each
end of the unit, then attach the brackets to the rack.
Connecting the SPC device to the
CPS serial over IP network appliance
Connect either end of the supplied RJ-45 cable to the
SPC device. Connect the other end to a CPS
appliance port.
Connecting to a power source
Depending on the model, units are shipped with different
power cord configurations. Units with an attached power
cord and plug may be directly connected to the power
source. Units shipped with a detachable power cord must
have the cord attached to the unit before connection to
the power source. Units with an attached power cord but
without a plug require selection and installation of the
appropriate plug by qualified service personnel before
connection to the power source.
To connect a detachable power cord to the
SPC device:
Plug the female end of the power cord firmly into its
connector at the base of the SPC device. Use a Phillips
screwdriver to tighten the screws on the retention bracket.
To connect the SPC device to a power source
(115/230V ):
Plug the male end of the SPC device power cord into
the AC power source. Each port powers up sequentially,
with a two-second delay between each port.
Connecting devices to the
SPC unit
To avoid the possibility of noise due to arcing:
Keep the device’s on/off switch in the off position until
after it is plugged into the SPC port.
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Log in to the SPC unit and turn ports off before connecting
the devices. After connecting the devices to the unit, turn
them on using an SPC interface.
Connect devices to the SPC ports.
To attach retention clips (units with IEC
outlets only):
For each clip, pull the open prongs out slightly and insert
them into the holes on the sides of the SPC unit adjacent
to the port. Insert the device’s power cord, then gently
snap the retention clip over the cord.
WARNING: The SPC unit and all attached devices
should be powered down before servicing the unit. Always
disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet.
To connect an SPC device
Quick Installation Guide
SPC Power Control Device
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