PQube 3 Installation Manual
Manual#: 851-000135
Version 3.4 – 08/11/2022 Page 7 of 47
Powering the PQube 3?
It can be directly powered from 24 Vac or 24 to 48 Vdc source.
If a network hub with Power over Ethernet (PoE) is available, the PQube 3 can be powered from its
Ethernet Port.
If a wall power socket is available, you can power the PQube 3 with a plug-in PM1/PM2 module
(range AC 100 Vac to 240 Vac, 50/60 Hz, or 120 Vdc to 370 Vdc).
Easy operation and communication with PQube 3?
No network is required to retrieve files from your PQube 3. Simply copy the data using a USB thumb
drive or microSD card.
If a network connection is available, PQube 3 can automatically send you emails whenever it detects
an event. You can use emails the PQube 3 to send a new setup file and update its firmware. It
includes a built-in web server, FTP server, and supports communication protocols including MODBUS
TCP/IP, SNMP and DNP3.
1.2 PQube 3 Unique Features?
There are many power quality meters, energy meters, and energy recorders available. What makes
the PQube 3 unique?
No software. Open data—No specific software is required. All the data that the PQube 3 records are
in standard easy to understand open formats. No need to buy or lease software from POWERSIDE
or pay a fee to see or use your data.
Friendly data—Data is organized and presented to you in a format you can understand.
Works out of the box, or you can customize your configuration—Auto configuration, enables you
to instantly measure and start recording data. You can change almost any setting using the PQube 3
Configurator program.
Works with or without a network—Plug the cable into your PQube 3’s Ethernet Port and get emails
when an event occurs, use your Internet browser to navigate through recorded events and trends.
Real-time measurements are also available via communication protocols such as Modbus/TCP,
SNMP (including traps), or DNP3.
Don’t have a network? You can extract the data onto a USB thumb drive (or microSD) and look at all
the files on any computer without proprietary software.
Store years of data in its internal flash memory—Your PQube 3 has a microSD card option which
can serve as a backup for the internal memory.
Ultra-compact size—The PQube 3 is compact, it’s easy to integrate into your equipment, enclosure,
or electrical panel.
Great value—The PQube 3 provides high-end features at an affordable price.