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Chapter 2
Product Description
The Bulletin 1404 Powermonitor 3000 unit is designed and developed
to meet the needs of both producers of and users of electric power. A
power monitor system consists of:
• a master module that provides metering, data logging, native
RS-485 communication, and other advanced features depending
on the model.
• an optional display module for configuration, entering
commands, and displaying data.
• an optional communication port to serve data to other devices
using a choice of networks.
• optional external devices and applications that display and
utilize data for reporting, control, and management of power
and energy usage.
The Powermonitor 3000 unit is a microprocessor-based monitoring
and control device suited for a variety of applications including the
following:
• 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 to 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 to traditional
electromechanical metering devices. A single Powermonitor 3000 unit
can replace many individual transducers and meters. The power
monitor is simple to install, configure, and operate, and provides you
with accurate information in a compact economical package.