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First Power On

Startup Sequence

When the device is powered on, ESP-GUARDX follows this startup sequence:

  1. System boot -- The embedded operating system initializes.
  2. Splash screen appears -- The ESP-GUARDX loading screen is displayed for approximately 3 seconds while the application initializes.
  3. Background preloading -- All major screens are preloaded in the background to ensure fast navigation later.
  4. Dashboard loads -- The main Dashboard screen appears and live data begins updating.

Note

The first navigation to any screen after startup may take 2--3 seconds as pages finish loading. Subsequent visits will be instant.

Initial Configuration Checklist

Before using ESP-GUARDX for monitoring, complete the following setup:

Step 1: Configure Main Settings

Navigate to Settings > Main Settings and configure:

  • Connection Topology -- Select 3-Phase or 1-Phase
  • Nominal Voltage -- Enter the system's rated voltage (e.g., 1950V for ESP motors)
  • VT Ratio -- Enter the voltage transformer ratio
  • Nominal Current -- Enter the system's rated current
  • CT Ratio -- Enter the current transformer ratio
  • Clamp Type -- Select the current measurement method
  • Frequency -- Set the system frequency (30--400 Hz)

Step 2: Configure the ESP System

Navigate to ESP Configurator and enter:

  • Well information (name, field, operator)
  • Motor specifications (manufacturer, model, HP, voltage, current)
  • Pump configuration (type, stages, impeller)
  • Transformer details (KVA, impedance, pulse configuration)
  • Cable specifications

Step 3: Set Event Thresholds

Navigate to Settings > Event Settings and review the default warn/trip thresholds for:

  • Power parameters (voltage, current, frequency, power factor)
  • Motor parameters (overcurrent, temperature, vibration, THD)
  • Pump parameters (intake pressure, flow rate, efficiency)
  • Well parameters (wellhead pressure, temperature, water cut)

Enable or disable individual event monitors as needed for your installation.

Step 4: Configure Communication

Navigate to Communication settings to set up Modbus RTU for connecting to other industrial devices (baud rate, parity, stop bits, slave address).

Step 5: Verify Data

Return to the Dashboard and verify that:

  • Voltage readings match expected values
  • Current readings are within normal range
  • Frequency is correct
  • All three phases are present and balanced

Dashboard with live readings after setup

Display Brightness

The display brightness is controlled via PWM and can be adjusted in the Interface Settings. The brightness level persists across reboots.