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WATTBOX™ WB-300VB-IP-5 Owners Manual

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© 2020 WattBox

MOUNTING OPTIONS

Wirepath™ and Strong® Metal Structured Wiring Enclosures

The WB-300VB-IP-5 can be installed in some Wirepath™ and Strong® structured wiring enclosures that are equipped with a bottom knockout. 

Check the WattBox product page for a complete list of compatible enclosures. 

The Strong SM-RBX-PRO-14 is pictured for reference below. For complete mounting instructions, see the instruction manual for the enclosure.

Use the included 6 inch power and extension cords when installing the WattBox in enclosures to save space.

LED OPERATION

Internet — 

Green (Solid)

All sites/IP addresses are communicating with the WattBox.

Green (Flashing) At least 1 (not all) sites/IP addresses are communicating with the WattBox.

Red (Solid)

None of the sites/IP addresses are communicating with the WattBox.

System Status —

Green (Solid)

WattBox processor is operating and can be accessed via the WattBox interface.

Green (Flashing) Firmware for the WattBox processor is being updated. 

(During this state the WattBox cannot be accessed via the interface.)

Red (Solid)

WattBox processor is NOT in an operating state. Press the reset button.

Auto Reboot —

Green (Solid)

Auto Reboot is enabled. WattBox power cycle outlets that are ON when communication 

with assigned website/IP addresses are lost. Outlets that are OFF will not power cycle.

Off

Auto Reboot is disabled.

Protected —  Green (Solid)

The WattBox is powered on and outlets are protected.

Off

The WattBox is not powered on or the MOVs have opened due to a short circuit.

Grounded —  Green (Solid)

Incoming AC outlet is grounded.

Off

Incoming AC outlet is NOT grounded & needs inspection by an electrician .

Controlled 1-5 —

Green (Solid)

Outlet bank is on.

Off

Outlet bank is off.

1. Fasten the brackets to the WattBox 

using 4 of the included bracket 

screws.

2. Open the knockout in the bottom 

of the VersaBox and install the 

enclosure. Insert the WattBox after 

the enclosure is installed.

3. Fasten the brackets to the enclo-

sure using 4 screws. (These screws 

are supplied with the enclosure.)

Summary of Contents for WB-300VB-IP-5

Page 1: ...ntly disconnect AC Power Noise Filtration Eliminates AC noise to improve picture and sound quality Flexible Power Cords Wattbox power cords are both flexible and durable and designed for ease of installation Flexible Mounting Flat compact design for easy mounting in a VersaBox structured wiring enclosure on a wall or behind a desk or TV IP Control Provides control of outlets over an IP network Tur...

Page 2: ...ration on the next page 3 Reset Press to restart the network card no settings are changed Note The reset button does NOT restore factory defaults this can be done using the Wattbox Utility Software 4 UPS Link For connection to a WattBox IP unit 5 RJ45 Network Connection Connect to the Local Area Network LAN for IP control and monitoring 6 Removable Power Cable Cord is detachable so that the best f...

Page 3: ... via the WattBox interface Green Flashing Firmware for the WattBox processor is being updated During this state the WattBox cannot be accessed via the interface Red Solid WattBox processor is NOT in an operating state Press the reset button Auto Reboot Green Solid Auto Reboot is enabled WattBox power cycle outlets that are ON when communication with assigned website IP addresses are lost Outlets t...

Page 4: ... second screwdriver to disengage the tab and lift that side out of the enclosure 2 Repeat on the other side 3 Use a second screwdriver to help lift the WB 300VB ip 5 out of the cutout SURFACE MOUNTING The WB 300VB IP 5 may be mounted into a cutout or flat on a wall using the included angle brackets 1 For wall mounting locate wall studs using a stud finder not included 2 For installation in a cutou...

Page 5: ...attBox Utility Open the WattBox LAN IP Setup Quick Start Guide PDF and follow the instructions for using the Utility software Web Interface Access After using the WattBox utility you may access the web interface locally to continue IP configuration Visit the product support tab for this WattBox product for web interface documentation Internet 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 abc def ghi jkl ...

Page 6: ... Do not touch any power line or power circuit Doing so may cause severe physical injury or possibly death WARNING Liquid Avoiding Electrical Shocks Do not operate the Component if liquid of any kind is spilled onto or inside the unit Do not operate the Component near rain or water that s spilled or contained e g bathtub kitchen or sink WARNING Power Cord Safety When routing the Component s AC powe...

Page 7: ...one or more components to another Wattbox Too much current may be drawing through one Wattbox Component is not receiving power Component is plugged into a controlled outlet and the outlet is off Log into WattBox interface to turn the outlet On Component is plugged into a controlled outlet but power on the component is not On In some instances a component plugged into a switched outlet won t receiv...

Page 8: ...449 3rd Edition 500V Joule Rating 2160 Joules Surge Component Ceramic Encased MOV Protection Modes L N L G N G Peak Impulse Current 48 000A Disconnect Circuitry Yes Thermal Fuse Yes EMI RFI Noise Filtration All Outlets 53dB 1kHz to 1MHz Operating Temperature Range 14 to 104 F 10 to 40 C UL Certifications UL 60950 1 UL 1449 UL 498 UL 497A B UL 1283 Dimensions 7 9 W x 2 7 H x 6 75 D w o brackets Con...

Page 9: ...e or lightning surge while connected to a properly installed WattBox surge protector WattBox must determine that the surge protector shows signs of surge damage or is operating outside of design specifications relative to its surge protection capability and under all of the circumstances failed to protect your connected equipment THIS POLICY IS SUBJECT TO THE CONDITIONS BELOW 1 PROOF OF PURCHASE R...

Page 10: ...ice contract that may cover the loss 7 EXCLUSIONS THE WattBox SURGE PROTECTOR EQUIPMENT POLICY DOES NOT APPLY TO Service charges installation costs reinstallation costs setup cost diagnostic charges periodic checkups routine maintenance loss of use of the product costs or expenses arising out of reprogramming or loss of programming and or data shipping charges or fees service calls loss or damage ...

Page 11: ...WATTBOX WB 300VB IP 5 Owners Manual pg 11 2020 WattBox ...

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