Operating Manual Remote Cost Control Monitor
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1. Figure 16 If not remove battery and wait for 2 minutes and then repeat this procedure If there is already a device learned in one of the channels you can clear the channel by pressing RESET CH RESET NO DEVICE CH Figure 16 To start the operation it is required to connect the Remote Cost Control Receiver and the power monitor Press LRN SCAN key of receiver for a long time around 2 seconds to start the 6 seconds reception with learning of new channels LCD shows LRN and SCAn during the learning process Figure 17 LRN 5LAn Figure 17 38 After learning reception is over the LCD shows NO NEW DEVICE in case no new device was found Figure 18 NO NEW DEVICE CH Figure 18 If a new device is found the LCD shows the ID of the Power Monitor on the upper line and SCAn on the lower line Figure 19 LRN on Figure 19 fuu SCAR Press the LRN SCAN key to confirm this Power Monitor as CH1 Or press CH key to select the channel number which should be assigned to this power monitor and then press the LRN SCAN key for confirmation After the right channel number is found this Power Monitor can be learned instantly by pressing the LRN SCAN key If you don t want to select the detected Power Monitor you can press the RESET key for ignoring that Power Monitor 39 8 If more than one Power Monitor is detected then a new ID of the newly detected Power Monitor will be displ2. and is therefore ideal for use with a large variety of electrical appliances Remote Cost Control Monitor is designed for use only as an indicator for the average cost and average amount of electricity used for electrical appliances Despite its accuracy it is not officially certified and therefore readings cannot be used as evidence in any dispute between the Electricity Company and the user Power Monitor is approved for use on a 230V 50Hz mains supply only Only loads with the same voltages 230V 50Hz can be connected The max load of any appliances connected must not exceed 3600 Watt Max current 16A Remote Cost Control Monitor is only designed for indoor use within dry environments Outdoor use is strictly prohibited Remote Cost Control Monitor may not to be altered or modified in any way Observe the specifications on the type plate of the appliance to be connected Any other use other than described may risk dangers in short circuiting fire electrical shock etc and damage of this product In order to maintain perfect condition and guarantee safe operation of this product the user must observe the Intended Use Safety Precautions and Disclaimer Liability notes in this operating manual SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Remote Cost Control Monitor can only be applied to an approved 230VAC 50Hz 10 10 16A earth contact type mains outlet VDE 28 When the Power Monitor is plugged into the 230VAC wall socket make sure no elect
3. Note When the RESET key is pressed the RESET sign will be shown on the LCD Figure 13 The sign will off until the RESET key is pressed again or the RESET mode is time out around 15 seconds 3 Yoo Figure 13 TOTAL COST nese The reset mode 00356 NEW DATA 35 LRN SCAN key Press LRN SCAN key about 2 seconds to start the 6 seconds learning reception to detect new power monitor s The LRN sign and SCAn will be displayed during the process Figure 14 Press once more to confirm and store the detected channel The learn mode RN Figure 14 SEAR Press LRN SCAN key once to collect and update the instantaneous data of the already connected power monitor s only SCAn will be displayed during the process TARIFF key The tariff should be input before the operations of cost forecasting monitoring and cost saving calculation Press the TARIFF key once to show the current tariff To set up the tariff follow the below steps Press and hold the TARIFF key for 2 seconds to enter the setting mode of tariff the most significant digit is blinking Figure 15 Figure 15 Blinking 36 Press CH key to modify the blinking digit Press TARIFF key to go the next digit After setting the least significant figure press TARIFF key again to exit the tariff mode If exiting the setting mode by timeout the new set tariff value will not be updated and the old tariff is still be u
4. MONITORING Using this feature users will see the cost of electricity running in their electrical appliances For cost monitoring the value is shown on the LCD as TOTAL COST and the information obtained will enable users to be more power consumption aware and efficient Note Press the Display button until TOTAL COST is shown in the lower display part COST FORECASTING Cost forecasting is useful for budgeting future electricity bills as the approximate cost to run an electrical appliance over a period of time can be estimated in this way There are two cost forecasting displays screens as follows 1 COST MONTH cost per month forecast assuming normal usage 2 COST YEAR cost per year forecast assuming normal usage Note Press the DISPLAY button until COST MONTH or COST YEAR is shown in the lower display part 26 COST SAVING CALCULATION Once the save operation is activated the save will always be shown When the RESET DISPLAY RESET key is pressed the cost saving function is activated The current cost month will be stored into storage and use it as a reference value All the displayed readings will be reset to 0 To calculate the new cost saving result press LRN SCAN to receive new data from the Power Monitor and then press SAVE to show the cost saving in different displays percent value cost month cost year When a new cost month is calculated then it will be compared with the reference cost month v
5. Operating Manual Remote Cost Control Monitor INTRODUCTION Congratulations on purchasing the Remote Cost Control This is a state of the art power monitoring socket that is highly accurate and easy to use Please read this instruction manual before putting the Cost Control into operation as it will allow users to gain the optimum benefits of all its features THE REMOTE COST CONTROL MONITOR The Remote Cost Control Receiver Figure 1 LCD Display 1953 Figure 1 oma ae mm Ce EEEE SS Battery Cover Function Keys 24 FEATURES Cost monitoring Cost forecasting Cost saving calculation Instantaneous power consumption displays in Watt W Maximum load power displays in Watt Max W Total energy consumption displays in Watt hour Wh or kilo Watt hour kWh Total power monitor turn on time total electrical appliance operating time displays hour Wireless transmission at 868 MHz Receive up to 5 power monitors The Power Monitor Figure 2 Front Figure 2 e LED ae eee aaa Indicator _ feat e A Reset f button Socket Ss FEATURES It is powered by the AC line 230V 50Hz Each power monitor has its unique ID Measure the power consumption of the electrical appliance which is plugged into the power monitor and then transmits information to the receiver at 868 MHz Transmits data every 5 seconds COST
6. addresses of legal dumping grounds with selective collection All electronic instruments must from now on be recycled User shall take an active part in the reuse recycling and recovery of the electrical and electronic waste The unrestricted disposal of electronic waste may do harm on public health and the quality of environment This product must however not be thrown in general rubbish collection points As stated on the gift box and labelled on the product reading the User manual is highly recommended for the benefit of the user The manufacturer and supplier cannot accept any responsibility for any incorrect readings and any consequences that occur should an inaccurate reading take place This product is only designed for use as an indicator for the average cost and average amount of electricity used for electrical appliances Despite its accuracy it is not officially certified and therefore readings cannot be used as evidence in any dispute between the Electricity Company and the user This product is not to be used for medical purposes or for public information The specifications of this product may change without prior notice 43 This product is not a toy Keep out of the reach of children Damage caused by neglect misuse or failure to comply with this manual will invalidate the warranty of this product The manufacturer cannot and will not be held liable for any consequential damages caused for the above No part of this m
7. alue in the storage There are three cost saving displays screens as follows 1 In save display the display shows saved cost per month in percent value If the current cost month is bigger than the reference cost month a negative percent value will be displayed 2 In cost save per month display the display shows the saved cost per month If the current cost month is bigger than the reference cost month a negative value will be displayed 3 In cost save per year display the display shows the saved cost per year If the current cost month is bigger than the reference cost month a negative value will be displayed The cost year is calculated by 12 x cost month Note Save operation will also be activated automatically by pressing and holding the LED button of power monitor the LED button flashes 3 times and then lights up to indicate the Power Monitor has been reset When the user releases the button the LED light turns off This operation not only will reset all the data to 0 of the receiver but also will reset all the data in the power monitor to 0 The cleared value is used as reference value now IMPORTANT Before the operations of cost monitoring forecasting and cost saving calculation the desired power tariff must be set See FUNCTION KEYS the TARIFF key section below 27 INTENDED USE The measuring range of the Remote Cost Control Monitor is from approximately 0 3W to 3600W displays 0 if lower than 0 3W
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9. ayed in the LCD Repeat procedure 6 and 7 for learning another channels Maximum 5 channels can be learnt 9 Long press the LRN SCAN key again to restart at procedure 3 if not all the desired Power Monitors are learnt 10 After learning reception is over a scanning will be started automatically IMPORTANT To update and receive any data from Power Monitor user must press the LRN SCAN key of receiver every time to receive transmission of Power Monitor Note When the receiver cannot receive data from power monitor over an hour the NEW DATA Figure 20 will change to OLD DATA Figure 21 displays on the LCD of the receiver Also the OLD DATA will be displayed if no valid data is detected after pressing the LRN SCAN key MAX W 4 I lot COST MONTH OLD ggHH 4 pata OLD DATA Figure 20 NEW DATA LOW BATTERY INDICATOR Low battery indicator is displayed on the LCD when the batteries require changing Figure 22 It is performed after power up 40 every hour the receiver automatically checks the battery status If low battery is detected the sign will be shown each time when the LRN SCAN key is pressed the receiver checks the battery status If low battery is detected the sign will be shown Figure 22 J B 196 cosT NEAR u J g g Low battery indicator NEW DATA Note The previously stored information in the receiver will not be affected or cancelled during the batt
10. ery replacing process MAINTENANCE Check the product for any damages at regular intervals When cleaning the LCD and casing use a soft damp cloth only Do not use solvents or scouring agents Do not submerge this unit into water Any maintenance or repairs must only be performed by authorized service personnel being familiar with all relevant regulations 41 SPECIFICATIONS Absolute max rating short time Load 3600W Current 16A Operating voltage 230VAC 50Hz Operating temperature 0 C to 50 C Battery 4 2 x AAA LR3 1 5V Dimensions L x H x W Receiver 40 4 x 117 1 x 17 1 mm Power monitor not including the plug 61 x 83 x 83 mm Resolution of LCD m 19 999 0 001 199 99 0 01 200 0 1999 9 0 1 2000 19999 1 Range of various measurements Instantaneous power Maximum power 0 3600W Tariff range 3 0 000 9 999 Total Cost monitoring Cost per month forecasting Cost per year forecasting 0 19999 Energy consumption 0 19999kWh Power monitor operation time 42 Turn on time p 0 19999 hour Cost save per month Cost save per year 999 19999 Cost save per month in percent 999 100 LIABILITY DISCLAIMER The electrical and electronic wastes contain hazardous substances Disposal of electronic waste in wild country and or in unauthorized grounds strongly damages the environment Please contact your local or and regional authorities to retrieve the
11. rical appliance is connected through the Power Monitor socket If the Power Monitor is removed from the 230VAC wall socket wait for 30 seconds before putting it back to the 230VAC wall socket The max load of 3600 Watts 16A must not be exceeded Otherwise it will destroy the device The recommended operating temperature is 0 C to 50 C Higher temperatures may lead to dangers of overheating and permanent damage of the product Do not operate the product within confined rooms or other adverse conditions where inflammable gases vapors or dusts may be present For safety never allow the product to operate in moist conditions or to get wet The product must under all circumstances be separated from mains supply prior any to maintenance repair change of parts or disassembly otherwise components and connectors carrying high and dangerous voltages may be exposed Capacitors in the circuitry of the product may still carry high voltage charges even though it has been separated from the mains supply Do not open the product by yourself In commercial institutions the safety regulations of the alliance of commercial professionals associations for electrical installations and production facilities must be observed In schools educational institutions hobby shops or co operative workshops the use of the product must be responsibly supervised by trained personnel Never insert needles metal or any other objects into the mains outlet Do not pl
12. rts up normally the LED indicator of the power monitor lights on for 2 seconds in the beginning Figure 4 31 FUNCTION KEYS THE REMOTE COST CONTROL RECEIVER The Remote Cost Control Receiver has six easy to use function keys for operation DISPLAY key Press DISPLAY key to change the display mode Instantaneous power in Watt LCD displays W with total cost monitoring LCD displays TOTAL COST Maximum load power in Watt LCD displays MAX W with cost per month forecasting LCD displays COST MONTH Energy consumption in Watt hour or kilo Watt hour LCD displays Wh Figure 5 or kWh Figure 6 which depends on the value when the value is smaller than 2000Wh it shows in Wh when the value is at 2000 or higher it shows in kWh with cost per year forecasting LCD displays COST YEAR Hq w Energy CH I w Energy consumption cl 320 consumptioninWh J 8 195 nwn cost NEAR COST YEAR 36 3g Figures C634 Figure 6 NEW DATA NEW DATA The total electrical appliance e g television operating time in hour LCD displays ON h with total power monitor turn on time in hour LCD displays TOTAL h Figure 7 32 Figure 7 Total operating time of electrical appliance in hour Total turn on time of power monitor in hour Press DISPLAY key long time around 2 seconds will display the ID of the power monitor each power monitor has its unique ID as
13. sed PON IMPORTANT If the displayed information on the receiver does not be updated or is remain unchanged for a long time it means that the sending data from the power monitor is overflow User needs to reset the Power Monitor by pressing and holding its 4 seconds The power monitor will send the overflow data when it is operated continually for around 2 years after the reset function is performed THE POWER MONITOR The LED indicator also performed as a reset function for the power monitor LED indicator Will light on for 2 seconds when the power monitor is started up just plug into the AC line Will flash for every transmission around 5 seconds When performing reset function Press and hold the button for about 4 seconds will reset all the information to zero except the instantaneous W and maximum power MAX W During the process the LED button flashes 3 times and then lights up to indicate the Power Monitor has been reset When the user releases the button the LED light turns off 37 SETTING UP 1 Plug the Power Monitor s into the AC line About 3 seconds later the LED indicator of the Power Monitor will light on for 2 seconds Its means that the power monitor works normally If not unplug the power monitor and wait for 2 minutes Afterwards repeat this procedure Performs the reset function in the power monitor again Insert battery into the receiver an icon NO DEVICE with will be shown
14. signed to this channel Figure 8 The ID is displayed as long as the key is pressed The channel CH key Toggle between the power moni The channel 1 CI nn Unique ID of 0028 power monitor a Figure 8 ors from 1 to 5 if more than one power monitor is used Figure 9 w CH i 146 T On Figure 9 UW tu NEW DATA 33 SAVE key Press and hold SAVE key to display the cost save only works when the SAVE function is activated to activate the SAVE function see the RESET key below The cost save value is displayed until the key is released Press DISPLAY key to switch the display mode In TOTAL COST display mode the cost save value per month in is shown Figure 10 Figure 10 l 7 Cost save value per month in In COST MONTH display mode the cost save value per month is shown Figure 11 MAX W 3 65e Figure 11 COST MONTH J6H Em Cost save value per month SAVE In COST YEAR display mode the cost save value per year is shown Figure 12 34 3 8363 Figure 12 COST YEAR u WwW Cost save value per year Ly SAVE Note If the SAVE function isn t activated the sign is displayed when pressing the SAVE key RESET key Press RESET CH RESET to delete a channel Press RESET DISPLAY RESET to reset the current channel data to zero Also the SAVE function is activated The deleted data will be used as reference value for the SAVE function
15. ug one Power Monitor into another If the product is no longer able to operate safely it must to be put out of operation and disposed of for reason of any accidental use when the following is evident 29 product shows obvious signs of damage product does not function product has been stored in unfavorable conditions for a long period of time heavy strain during product s transport may have occurred Boos INSERTING AND REPLACING BATTERIES IN THE RECEIVER Low power batteries usually reduces the contrast of the LCD of the remote cost control receiver If the LCD of the receiver becomes difficult to read then the batteries must be replaced immediately The receiver uses two AAA LR3 Batteries 1 5V which has an estimated average lifetime of 2 years To replace the batteries simply follow these steps fs Slide the battery cover downwards and remove Figure 3 2 Remove old batteries and replace with new batteries of the same size and voltage whilst observing correct polarity 3 Replace battery cover and secure back into place Figure 3 g Please participate in the Back of the receiver preservation of the environment and return Battery z all used batteries to an compartment a Battery cover authorized depot E e 30 POSITIONING THE POWER MONITOR The monitor should be plugged into the AC line firmly on its back Figure 4 When the power monitor sta
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