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eTactica Starter Kit
EG-200 Gateway, EM-80 Power Meter, EB-206 Current Bar
Installation manual, version 1.0
1. Introduction
This installation manual contains important information regarding the installation of the
eTactica Starter Kit (EG-200 Gateway, EM-80 Power Meter, EB-206 Current Bar), which must
be followed.
 Read the entire manual before beginning the installation in order to avoid making
mistakes and to reduce the chances of any danger during the installation process.
 Pay attention to the installation instructions and be prepared to look them up during
the installation process.
2. Safety Information
This manual contains information which you must observe for your own personal safety and
the prevention of injury or damage. Such information is highlighted by the warning triangle
shown below.
2.1.
Hazard Classification
DANGER
This warning indicates danger with high risk, which if not avoided, can lead to death or serious
injuries.
WARNING
This warning indicates danger with medium risk, which if not avoided, can lead to serious or
major injuries.
CAREFUL
This warning indicates a lower risk, which if not avoided, can lead to minor or major injuries.
ATTENTION
This warning indicates that there is important information regarding the product or its parts
requiring particular attention.
2.2.
Installation Information
WARNING
• Be sure to observe all hazard statements and warnings and cautions.
• Read the section entitled “Safety Information” very carefully. 2.3.
Safety Notes
DANGER – Risk of lethal electric shock.
 Risk of lethal electric shock: Lethal voltages are present in the live components.
 Install the equipment only in approved cabinets or housings so that all connectors are
appropriately covered and protected.
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To restrict access by unauthorized persons, the electrical cabinet should be locked,
with only authorized persons having access. Turn the power off before installation or
maintenance, and provide protection against unintentional power-up during work.
Install the equipment in a dry environment.
Protect the equipment from humidity and moisture
Turn power off before commencing the installation or maintenance work and provide
protection against unintentional power-up during work.
Ensure that no voltage is being supplied to the conductors.
WARNING
Always install data and power cables so that they are separated (Refer to DIN EN 50174-2).
ATTENTION
 To prevent damage caused by a power surge, the equipment should be protected by
a surge arrester (SPD Type 1) and surge protector (SPD Type 2) upstream of the power
source.
 Make sure that the power source which supplies the equipment with voltage can be
switched off easily, for example via a C2 or B6 miniature circuit breaker. This must be
marked as the disconnecting device for the power source and be easily accessible.
 No maintenance on the equipment is required.
3. Target Group
The activities described in this document may only be carried out by a certified electrician
with the following qualifications:
 Training in the installation and commissioning of electrical equipment
 Safety regulations training in electrical hazards and safety
 Knowledge of relevant standards and guidelines
4. Description
eTactica’s Starter Kit allows you to explore improvements to your organization’s energy
efficiency. The Starter Kit includes the basic components of a small installation. It also
includes a 12 months free subscription to eTactica’s cloud based software platform where
you gain visibility on consumption and are able to define alert triggers.
Included in the Starter Kit are
 The EG-200 Gateway, which collects data and sends to the cloud
 The EM-80 Power Meter, which measures power on up to 3 phases
 The EB-206 Current Bar, which measures current on up to 6 circuits
 A 12 months free subscription to eTactica’s cloud based software platform
 A power source and required device cabling
 Installation and usage instructions in print and on a USB Flash Drive
4.1.
EG-200 Gateway
The eTactica EG-200 Gateway collects and analyzes live energy data from eTactica
measurement devices or 3rd party devices, using the Modbus/RTU protocol on a RS485
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network. The EG-200 then sends the data onwards to a specified Internet destination via
either an Ethernet or a Wi-Fi connection.
The EG-200:
 Supports up to 32 Modbus devices
 Supplies 12V DC power to its slave devices
 Supports data storage via a micro SD-card slot
 Has built-in early tripping alerts for measured breakers
 Has a built-in webserver for device configuration and live measurements
 Supports secure messaging using TLS-PSK
4.2.
EB-206 Current Bar with EC-63 Current Sensors
The Current Bar enables the measurement of current flows in AC networks. The current
sensors are placed directly on the circuit breakers and register the current amperage.
4.3.
EM-80 Power Meter with Current Transformers SC-80
The Power Meter with current transformers is intended for measuring mains connections in
a cabinet or sub-cabinet, for either single or three-phase installations. The Power Meter
continuously measures voltage, current, power factor, cumulative active and reactive
kilowatt-hours, and line frequency. Current transformers are clamped around the mains
conductors and register the current amperage.
5. Intended Use
The equipment must only be used when installed in an appropriately protected cabinet, in a
dry indoor space. Install the equipment according to the instructions in this manual. Other
uses or installation methods may lead to personal injury or damage to property. This includes
any modifications to the equipment, unless specifically authorized by eTactica ehf. Any other
use of the product aside from its intended use, as described in this manual, is deemed to be
improper. Unauthorized alterations, modifications, repairs, or opening of the product casing
will void warranty and are prohibited. This manual is a part of the product and must be read,
followed, and kept accessible at all times.
6. Disposal
The equipment must not be placed in regular waste disposal.
 Dispose of the equipment in accordance with your local regulations on electronic
waste.
7. Contact Information
In case of any technical problems with this product, please contact eTactica ehf at
eTactica ehf.
Hlidasmari 14
201 Kopavogur
Iceland
Tel: +354 535 3000
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8. Scope of Delivery
Figure 1Starter Kit
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Designation
EG-200 Gateway
PS-15 Power supply
EM-80 Power Meter
SC-80 Current transformers
EB-206 Current Bar
EC-63 Current Sensor
Device Cables (head, Y, tail)
Antenna
USB Flash Drive
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9. Installation
DANGER
Risk of lethal electrical shock
 Turn power off before commencing the installation or maintenance work and provide
protection against unintentional power-up during work.
 Ensure that all conductors are without voltage
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9.1.
Installation Information
To install the equipment you will need the following:
 An insulated screwdriver
 Cable ties
 Ethernet/WiFi connection
With reference to Figure 2, install your devices in the electric cabinet. The Gateway, power
supply and Power Meter go on to a DIN rail and the Current Bar goes on to the breakers that
you want to measure. Try to keep the distances between devices short so you can use the
premade cables. If you need extension cables, they are available.
Important: Do not apply power until everything has been connected.
Ethernet/
Internet
N L3 L2 L1
12VDC
PS-15
EG-200
EM-80
Device cable
Current transformers
EB-206
Figure 2 Wiring diagram
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9.2.
Installing the Gateway
Figure 3 Power supply
Figure 4 Gateway
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9.3.
Connect the 12V DC from the power supply to the Gateway (pos. 1 in Fig. 3 to pos. 3
in Fig. 4).
Connect power (230V) to the power supply, phase and neutral (pos. 2 in Fig. 3).
If you have a wired Internet connection available, connect an Ethernet cable to the
connector (pos. 2 in Fig. 4) and connect the other end of the cable to an Internet
router/modem.
Connecting the Devices to the Gateway
Use the device cables to connect the devices to the Gateway. The devices should be daisy
chained (no branches, no loops), with the Gateway at one end. The chain should start with
the head cable connected to the Gateway (pos. 4 in Fig. 4) then use the Y-cable for the next
device and end with the tail cable (marked with yellow). It does not matter in what order
the Current Meter and Power Meter are. Longer cables are available if you need them.
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9.4.
Installing the Current Bar and Sensors
9.4.1. Linking Current Sensors
Figure 5 Linking current sensors
Attach the current sensors to each other by sliding the grooves (pos. 2 in Fig. 5) on the left
hand side of one sensor into the locking mechanism (pos. 1 in Fig. 5) on the right hand side
of the other sensor.
9.4.2. Installing the Current Sensors
Figure 6 Installing current sensors
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Place the linked current sensors (pos. 1 in Fig. 6) onto the circuit breakers (pos. 2 in
Fig 6) so that the holes in the sensors are in line with the terminals on the circuit
breakers.
Maneuver the conductors (pos. 4 in Fig. 6) through the current sensors and attach
them to the terminals on the circuit breakers.
Fasten the conductors to the tabs on the current sensors with cable ties (pos. 3 in
Fig. 6).
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9.4.3. Attaching the Linked Current Sensors to the Current Bar
Figure 7 Attaching the Linked Current Sensors to the Current Bar
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9.5.
Connect the device cable (pos. 1 in Fig. 7) to the Current Bar (pos. 2 in Fig. 7) and
attach the Current Bar to the linked current sensors (pos. 3 in Fig 7).
Installing the Power Meter
9.5.1. Connecting the Current Transformers and device cable
Figure 8 Connecting the current transformers
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Connect the wires from the CT to the CT input on the Power Meter (pos. 1 in Fig. 8).
Note the polarity, connect the white wire to ‘k’ and the black to ‘l’ on the Power
Meter.
Clamp a CT (pos. 2 in Fig. 8) onto the conductor for L1 (phase 1). Note the polarity of
the CT, the arrow on the CT should point towards the load.
Repeat for L2 and L3 in three phase installations only.
Plug the cable into connectors on the Power Meter (pos. 1 in Fig. 8). The phases of
the CTs should match the phases of the voltage inputs.
Connect the device cable to the Power Meter (pos. 3 in Fig. 8).
9.5.2. Voltage connection
Figure 9 Connecting voltage to the Power Meter
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Connect a wire from L1 (phase 1) and N (Neutral) to the appropriate place on the
screw terminal plug (pos. 1 in Fig. 9) (see label on box).
Repeat for L2 and L3 in three phase installations only.
Plug the terminal plug into connector on the Power Meter (pos. 2 in Fig. 9).
Starting the System
Connect power to the system.
The Gateway will scan automatically for connected devices and store the
configuration. This takes a few minutes. When you see both a steady light for
eTactica connection and a flashing light for Modbus activity (see chapter 10), the
Gateway has started to send data.
If you are using an Ethernet connection and your network has DHCP the Gateway is
now ready.
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9.7.
If you need to use either a static IP address over Ethernet, or a WiFi connection,
instructions for establishing a connection are below. See chapter 9.7 on how to
connect to the Gateway, chapter 9.8 for configuring a static IP address, and chapter
9.9 for configuring an Internet connection via WiFi.
Connecting to the Gateway
9.7.1. Connect to WiFi hotspot
On your computer, go to the list of available WiFi networks. On Windows it looks something
like this:
The Gateway’s hotspot name will be in the format “eTactica eg-xxxxxx”, where “xxxxxx” are
the last 6 digits of the Gateway’s serial number, displayed on a sticker on the Gateway. The
default WiFi password is on the same sticker.
9.7.2. Visit the administration web console
When you have established a connection to the Gateway via WiFi, the URL to the
administration console is always http://192.168.49.1. Type this IP address into your webbrowser to get access.
9.7.3. Setting Root Password
When you connect to the Gateway for the first time you will be asked to set the root
password. The root password is used to log in to the web administration console for
modifying any important settings. The root password also provides SSH access to the device.
As always, you should use a good password here. Click on the [Set a password] button and
then enter your password and click the [Next: Configure network] button.
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9.8.
Configure static IP address over Ethernet
In some installations, the network facilities require the use of statically configured
networking. The Gateway supports this, but it requires manual configuration. If your wired
network has DHCP just keep the ‘DHCP (Default)’ option selected and click the [Continue]
button to go to the home page. Otherwise select ‘Static’ and fill in the form with the details
provided by your network manager and click the [Apply changes] button and then click the
[Continue] button to go to the home page.
9.9.
Internet Connection via WiFi
If you don’t have an Ethernet connection you can use the WiFi link as the connection to
network. Then you have to connect to the Gateway and configure the wireless interface.
9.9.1. Configure Wireless Interface
From the home page, click on the [Administration] link near the bottom of the page.
You will be prompted for the root password.
Choose Network-> WiFi from the top menu.
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Press the [Scan] button.
A list of all available wireless networks appears and you simply choose the one you wish to
connect to. In the following example, the Gateway is being configured to connect to a network
named ‘Office-WiFi’.
Here you enter in your wireless network password/passphrase and remove the tick mark for
‘Replace wireless configuration’.
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Now press the [Submit] button to continue to a new page where you can simply scroll down
and press the [Save and Apply] button to keep and apply your settings and you should be
connected to your chosen WiFi network. This can take a few minutes for all networking to
restart, please be patient. If the page doesn't update properly, just choose Network->WiFi
from the top menu bar again. You should see it now connected.
9.10. Setting up your eTactica web account
What you need: The Starter Kit key (found on the networking-information sticker on the
Gateway) your e-mail address and make sure that the Gateway is up and running with all
devices connected.
Go to https://ems.etactica.com/start, enter your e-mail address and the Starter Kit key and
click the [Start] button. You will receive an e-mail with a link to a web page where you
choose your password and on the next page click the [Build] button and the configuration
on the Gateway will be loaded to your web account and when that is finished you will be
forwarded to your account. If you are already a registered user you will not receive a
password-setting email; rather, you simply enter your existing account password.
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10.
LED Status Indication
The Gateway has 5 LEDs on the front, which indicate the status of the device (pos. 1 in Fig.
4).
LEDs
Description
When this light flashes, it indicates Modbus activity.
When this light is on, the Gateway is successfully
connected to eTactica.
When this light is on, the Ethernet cable is connected.
When this light is on, it indicates that the WiFi hotspot is
ready. If it is flashing, it indicates that data is being
transmitted.
When this light is on, it indicates that the Gateway is
turned on.
A LED light on the Power Meter (pos. 4 in Fig. 8) and the Current Bar (pos. 4 in Fig. 7)
indicates the status according to the following:
LED Pattern
Description
Blinking – 1 sec interval
The device is working as expected and is collecting and
sending data.
Fast blinking – 0.4 sec
Status error. Possible causes:
interval (only applies to the
1) Phase 1 (L1) is missing or too low, please check if L1 is
Power Meter)
connected properly.
2) Power factor is below 0.4, please check that the phases
of the voltage input match with the phases of the CTs.
No blinking – always on
The device is powered, but unable to communicate data.
Possible causes:
1) RS485 is not wired correctly,
2) Another device with the same Modbus address is
connected serially to the same Modbus Master.
No light – LED is off
The device is not powered. Check the wiring.
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11.
Technical Data
11.1. Common
Device bus
Interface protocol
Modbus address range
Housing Protection
Protection rating
Environmental Conditions
Temperature
- Storage
- Operating
Relative humidity
Modbus/RTU- 19200, 8, E, 1 (default settings)
0x01 to 0xF7 (1 to 247 decimal)
IP2X
-20°C to 70°C
-20°C to 55°C
50% to 95%
11.2. EG-200 Gateway
Electrical Connections
Supply voltage
Supply current
Supply power
12 V DC
Max. 1,1 A
Max. 13 W
Ethernet TCP/IP (10/100Mbit)
WiFi (802.11b/g/n)
Network Communication
General data
External memory
Micro SD-card slot, max 32 GB, SDHC
11.3. EB-206 Current Bar
Electrical Connections
Supply voltage
Supply current
Supply power
Nominal voltage/insulation
Measurement category
Rated working voltage
Rated working current
Maximum current
Rated impulse withstand voltage
Sensor accuracy
Operating frequency
12 V DC
Max. 20 mA
Max. 0.5 W
300 V RMS
CAT III 300 V
250 V AC
63 A
70 A
4000 V
±1% of FS @ 25°C
50/60Hz
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11.4. EM-080 Power Meter
Electrical Connections
Operating voltage (L1 to N)
Device bus power
Device bus current
Device bus power
Measurement range (L1-N, L2-N, L3-N)
Nominal voltage/insulation
Measurement category
Rated working voltage
Rated working current
Maximum current
Rated impulse withstand voltage
Sensor accuracy
Operating frequency
230V ±10% (for self-powering)
7-15 V DC
Max. 20 mA
Max. 0.5 W
230VAC ±10% @ 50Hz
300V RMS
CAT III 300 V
260V AC
80A
120A
4000 V
±1% of FS @ 25°C
50/60Hz
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