The PMI Cell Modem Revolution® has an amazing array of communication options and configurations– from USB to Ethernet to TCP/IP via cellular modem. This white paper focuses on the different…
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Guardian vs iVS 2SXplus Form and Function
PMI manufactures a number of units that are designed specifically to monitor incoming power at the revenue meter base. This paper will focus specifically on the Guardian and iVS-2SX+ meter…
Automating ProVision Installation and Uninstallation
Before any end-user program can be used, it must first be installed. This procedure can be as mundane as simply copying files from a type of removable media or network…
Part 2 Computing Event Duration with Interval Data
Previously, a method was shown to compute cycle event durations with one minute interval data and one-second timestamps from Significant Change data. In this whitepaper, a method is given that…
NMS Installation
This white paper will discuss the installation process for NMS (Network Management Software) that is used to configure Boomerang Low Voltage Sensors and the default files that are generated by…
Introduction to PMI Network Management Software
The Boomerang Low Voltage Sensor is the latest product from Power Monitors, Inc. The Boomerang is a single-phase, voltage only sensor equipped with a cellular modem capable of reporting into…
Hookup Diagrams for Common Mode Input
This white paper describes the proper hookup connections for common mode input style PMI power analyzers. PMI offers the ability to monitor with two styles of voltage input connections to…
Tools for Cell Signal Verification Before Installation
Good cell phone coverage is not always guaranteed. It varies widely depending upon location, system and cell phone provider. The purpose of this white paper is to provide some suggestions…
Vision Access via Web Interface
Power Monitors, Inc. Vision handheld power quality measuring device features an easy to use web interface, so that the Vision can be used anywhere there is access to a network…
Configuring Device Settings Files with Canvass
Power Monitors Inc. Canvass allows Boomerang devices to be configured via the Internet. Many parameters can be configured, including DNP3 slave and master settings. Once created, a settings file is…
Bluetooth Security
This white paper will discuss several of the security concerns regarding PMI's Power Quality Recorders and their implementation of the Bluetooth protocol. Bluetooth security concerns have been tackled for many…
Power Consumption vs. Energy Usage Reports
The Power Consumption and Energy Usage reports both measure kilowatt-hours (kWh). In theory, they should provide identical information; however that is not always the case. Usually, these reports differ only…
