Panamax BLUEBOLT-CV3 BlueBOLT IP Card for F1500-UPS and MB1500

Product Overview

The Panamax BlueBOLT IP card BLUEBOLT-CV3 is the optional expansion card that adds full BlueBOLT cloud-based remote power management to the Panamax MB1500 rack mount UPS and the Furman F1500-UPS. Without this card, the MB1500 operates as a standalone UPS with RS-232 control; with it installed, the unit joins the BlueBOLT platform and becomes fully accessible via web browser or app for remote outlet control, scheduled power cycling, energy monitoring, and automated network device reboot. For AV integrators who have already specified or installed an MB1500 and want to add IP power management AV integrator capability, the BLUEBOLT-CV3 is the direct upgrade path.

Product Description

The BLUEBOLT-CV3 (listed on Panamax's platform as BLUEBOLT-CV2) is a small interface card that plugs directly into the expansion slot on the Panamax MB1500 or Furman F1500-UPS. Installation requires no tools beyond opening the UPS housing — the card seats into the dedicated slot and connects the unit to the building's network via a standard 10/100Base-T Ethernet connection. Each card carries a unique MAC address and device identification number that is used to create a new BlueBOLT account or add the UPS to an existing multi-unit BlueBOLT account, allowing AV integrators managing large portfolios of installed equipment to monitor and control all BlueBOLT-enabled devices from a single platform interface.

Once registered at mybluebolt.com, the MB1500 gains full BlueBOLT functionality: individual outlet groups can be turned on or off remotely, power cycling sequences can be scheduled for any day and time, network connectivity pings can be configured to trigger automatic outlet group reboot when a connected device stops responding, and the UPS's power consumption, battery status, and voltage conditions can be monitored from anywhere. The card's embedded web page also provides local browser-based control without requiring internet access — useful for technicians working on-site who need to manage the unit from a laptop on the local network. Embedded scheduled events, pings, and AES128 data encryption are all handled onboard the card without depending on the host UPS firmware for these functions.

The BLUEBOLT-CV3 consumes only 1W (3.3V x 300mA) from the UPS's internal power bus, adding negligible load. It is compliant with FCC Part 15 Class B requirements and supports HTTP (port 80) and Telnet (port 23) protocols with user-definable port assignments. Dimensions are 3.15" W x 4.0" L x 0.9" H. This card is the same hardware sold by Panamax as the BLUEBOLT-CV2; the product listing uses the BLUEBOLT-CV3 designation. For questions about compatibility with specific UPS firmware versions, contact Creation Networks before purchasing.

Key Features

• Compatible with MB1500 and F1500-UPS — Plug-in expansion card specifically designed for the Panamax MB1500 rack mount UPS and Furman F1500-UPS expansion slot.
• Full BlueBOLT Cloud Connectivity — Adds remote outlet group control, scheduling, automated reboot, energy monitoring, and battery status monitoring to the host UPS.
• Embedded Web Page for Local Control — Browser-accessible control over the local network without requiring internet connectivity.
• Embedded Scheduled Events and Pings — On-card scheduling and network connectivity monitoring operate independently of external software.
• AES128 Data Encryption — Enhanced security for remote management communications.
• 10/100Base-T Ethernet — Standard Ethernet connection; compatible with existing facility network infrastructure.
• Unique MAC Address Per Card — Each card has a unique identity for reliable device registration and multi-site management.
• HTTP and Telnet Protocol Support — User-definable port assignments accommodate varied network configurations.
• 1W Power Consumption — Minimal draw from the host UPS's internal power bus.
• FCC Part 15 Class B Compliant — Meets regulatory requirements for commercial installations.

Typical Applications

• Adding BlueBOLT remote management to existing MB1500 installations in conference rooms
• Upgrading boardroom AV rack UPS units to full IP power management capability
• House of worship AV systems with MB1500 units requiring remote access
• Government AV installations needing centralized multi-site UPS monitoring
• Commercial AV integrators managing portfolios of MB1500 deployments via a single BlueBOLT account
• Training rooms and multi-purpose spaces where after-hours UPS management is needed

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