Pulsar Plus Controller Family Product Manual Product Manual CC848815341 Issue 7 December 2011
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Pulsar Plus Controller Family Table of Contents Table of Contents .................................................................................................................. 3 Table of Figures .................................................................................................................... 5 Table of Tables...................................................................................................................... 6 Introduction ...........................................
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Initializing Controllers ............................................................................................................. 139 T1.317 Command Language .................................................................................................... 140 Appendix C: Battery Functions........................................................................................... 163 Float Mode .............................................................................
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Table of Figures Figure 1: Infinity NE and P2 Power Systems ............................................................................................... 11 Figure 2: Compact Power Systems.............................................................................................................. 12 Figure 3: General Power System Block Diagram .........................................................................................
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Table of Tables Table 1 Pulsar Plus Controller Family Product Options .............................................................................. 16 Table 2 Controller Standard Defaults Door Mounted ................................................................................ 21 Table 3 Table 2 Controller Standard Defaults NE843G .............................................................................. 27 Table 4 Auxiliary Input Connector ...........................
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Table 48 T1.317 DC Plant Related Commands.......................................................................................... 142 Table 49 T1.317 Alarms With Two Thresholds Related Command .......................................................... 142 Table 50 T1.317 Alarms With One Threshold Related Command ............................................................ 143 Table 51 T1.317 Alarms With No Threshold Related Command ...........................................
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Pulsar Plus Controller Family Introduction Pulsar Plus Family Controllers Overview The Pulsar Plus family of controllers is comprised of the Pulsar Plus, Pulsar Edge, and Phoenix controllers. This manual covers the Pulsar Plus and Phoenix controllers. These controllers were developed for both indoor and outdoor cabinet power applications. Modular hardware and software design of the controllers allow for easy customization for specific applications.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family • • Manual and automatic Boost charging • Manual, remote test, and periodic discharge test capability Reserve time calculations with configurable threshold Manual time threshold for pass/fail criteria • 1-Wire monitoring Up to six ES771 Mid-string voltage monitors (configurable mid-string imbalance alarm) Up to sixteen battery thermal probes (configurable temperature alarm) Alarm management of 24V and 48V DC distribution • • Step function User defin
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Applications The Pulsar Plus controller family has applications in Infinity NE, Infinity P2, the Compact Power (CP) Line, EPS, and previous generation power systems. Following are product depictions utilizing the various configurations of the controller. These applications utilize the NE843A slot controller and the NE843C, NE843E, and NE843P door/panel mounted controllers.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family The Pulsar Plus NE843A slot controller is inserted into the left-most position of the rectifier shelf. This position in the shelf allows access to all I/O. The panel/door-mounted Pulsar Plus NE843C/NE843E/NE843P controllers are typically installed at the factory, but can also be ordered separately for spares or integrated into custom systems. The following pictures depict the Pulsar Plus controller in the EPS and Compact Power systems.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Product Description Overview Introduction Lineage Power System rectifiers accept alternating current (ac) power and rectify it to produce direct current (dc) power for powering external equipment (loads). Converters accept the dc output from rectifiers or other sources and convert it to various regulated output dc levels also needed for powering external equipment (loads). Batteries, generators, and UPS are used to provide backup power when ac is lost.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Configurations The main “843” microprocessor board comprises the Pulsar Plus family controllers. These controllers are designed to fit a variety of systems and applications. Input and output wiring is connectorized to allow swift disconnect and attachment to and from the unit. There are several different configuration options for the controllers.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family A listing of the controller options is defined in this section. A brief description is provided for each configuration. These are the basic configurations that are available from the factory. Always consult the controller ordering guide (PULSAR-AD) and respective sales contacts to ensure the most complete and up to date listing.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Table 1 Pulsar Plus Controller Family Product Options 1 Configuration Comcode NE843A CC109128402 NE843A_M3 CC109140522 CP843A CC109129895 CP Slot controller with no options • Front panel has no I/O.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Getting Started – Installation, Start-Up, and Basic Configuration Review and follow the entire Safety Section before beginning the installation process. Observe all warnings and labels on the equipment. Warning Install, service, and operate this equipment only by professional, skilled and qualified personnel who have the necessary knowledge and practical experience with electrical equipment and who understand the hazards that can arise when working on this type of equipment.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Packaging • All packages must be opened with a box cutter with the blade minimally exposed so that only the sealing tape is cut. • Save all packaging material until the system has been powered up and all parts are operating within specifications. The shipping package may be used to return defective parts.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Install and Configure Slot/Door-Mount Controllers Step Action Alarm Relay Jumpers Issue 7 December 2011 19
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Install and Configure Slot/Door-Mount Controllers Step Action 3 Configure alarm relays to “Open” or “Close” on alarm as required: Jumpers 1-10 select the contact type provided at alarm connector J4 for each of the ten alarms. Carefully move and verify each of respective configuration jumpers to achieve the desired contact type: “Open On Alarm” or “Closed On Alarm” position. Use of an insulated tool is suggested.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Install and Configure Slot/Door-Mount Controllers Step Action Jumper Number Signal Name Table 2 Controller Standard Defaults Door Mounted Pulsar Plus Display Phoenix Display 1 PCR Power Critical Alarm severity indicator 2 PMJ Power Major Alarm severity indicator 3 PMN Power Minor Alarm severity indicator 4 R1 Battery on Discharge alarm (BD) AC/Multiple AC Fail (ACF, MACF) 5 R2 Very Low Voltage alarm (VLV) Battery on Discharge, Battery Test Active (BD, BTA)
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Install and Configure Slot/Door-Mount Controllers Step Action 4 Configure the 1-Wire serial bus reference: The ES771 modules must be referenced to the most negative potential of the DC bus. This reference is achieved by the proper setting of Jumper 11 (board reference J35) that is located next to the alarm relay configuration jumpers.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Install and Configure Slot/Door-Mount Controllers Step Action 6 Push the controller firmly into the shelf until seated. Attach or reattach all cable connections to the appropriate connections located on the side of the controller. 7 Close the latch. The controller is now installed.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Install and Configure Pulsar Plus NE843G Controller Step Action M3 Screws 2 Frame Mounting The NE843G is designed to flush-fit into standard 19” frame rails. Extension brackets are available to mount the unit into standard 23” frame rails. Use the #12 paint piercing ground washers (12NWGRO/T2) along with the six 12-24 self-tapping screws (CC408577571) to mount the NE843G to the frame. Use at least two screws per side.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Install and Configure Pulsar Plus NE843G Controller Step Action 5 If an NE-872 Contactor Control Module is mounted on back of Door Mounted Controller remove it to gain access to the jumpers. After removing the mounting screws carefully position the NE872 so that it is not in contact with electrically live components and is supported by the cables connected to it. Otherwise continue.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Install and Configure Pulsar Plus NE843G Controller Step Action 7 Configure alarm relays to “Open” or “Close” on alarm as required: Jumpers 1-10 select the contact type to provide at alarm connector J4 of each respective FormC output for each alarm. Carefully move each of respective configuration jumpers to the desired contact type: “Open On Alarm” or “Closed On Alarm” position as required per site instructions. Use of an insulated tool is suggested.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Install and Configure Pulsar Plus NE843G Controller Step 8 Action Jumper Number Signal Name 1 PCR Power Critical Alarm severity indicator 2 PMJ Power Major Alarm severity indicator 3 PMN Power Minor Alarm severity indicator 4 R1 Battery on Discharge alarm (BD) 5 R2 AC and Multiple AC Fail alarm (ACF/MACF) 6 R3 Rectifier/Converter Fail alarm (RFA/MRFA/CFA/MCFA) 7 R4 Very Low Voltage alarm (VLV) 8 R5 Fuse Alarm - 48V (External FAJ2/FAN2) 9 R6 High V
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Install and Configure Pulsar Plus NE843G Controller Step Action 9 Configure The 1-Wire Serial Bus Reference: The ES771 modules must be referenced to the most negative potential of the DC bus. This reference is achieved by the proper setting of Jumper 11 (board reference J35) that is located next to the alarm relay configuration jumpers.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Connect To the Controller Connections to the controller are made through appropriate cable assemblies either directly to the main board or automatically for direct backplane interconnects. The controller is designed with individual connectors for outputs, inputs, communication, and other specific system related items.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Step 1 Connect to the Controller Action Plant Interface Connector J1 is a 6-pin connector provided for interfacing inputs required for basic plant operation in specific system configurations. These inputs include a single plant shunt, (2) distribution alarms, and open battery string alarm. J1 connections are typically made in the factory with a specific wire harness for a given system. Following is a brief description of the inputs.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Connect to the Controller Action Step 2 One-Wire Battery Peripheral Connector J2 is a standard shielded RJ-45 receptacle provided for making connections to “1-Wire” devices such as QS873 VT-Probes (up to 16) and ES771A Remote Mid-string Voltage Monitors (up to six). Standard cable assemblies have been designed and must be used for applications involving the QS873 VT-Probes or ES771 Remote Mid-string Voltage monitors.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Connect to the Controller Action Step Table 4 Auxiliary Input Connector Pin # Wire Color Signal Name Description 1 (BK) Aux Input 1 (Aux1) Auxiliary input to monitor a contact closure or open to its respective return on pin 8, Auxiliary Input Return. See Appendix E for alarm assignments 2 (BR) Aux Input 2 (Aux2) Auxiliary input to monitor a contact closure or open to its respective return on pin 8, Auxiliary Input Return.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Connect to the Controller Action Output Alarm Connector Step 4 All controller customer output alarm contacts are available at the J4 output connector interface. J4 is a 20-pin right angle header with latching capability. Standard color coded alarm cable assemblies are available. Part numbers for the 50’ and 150’ 24AWG solid twisted pair output cables are CC848817635 and CC848817643, respectively. Contact technical field support for additional cable options.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Connect to the Controller Action Step Table 5 Output Alarm Connector Pin # Wire Color Signal Name Pin # Wire Color Signal Name 1 (BL) PCR 11 (BL-BK) PCR_C Power Critical Alarm (PCR) 2 (O) PMJ 12 (O-BK) PMJ_C Power Major Alarm (PMJ) 3 (G) PMN 13 (G-BK) PMN_C Power Minor Alarm (PMN) 4 (BR) R1 14 (W-BK) R1_C Battery on Discharge (BD) AC/Multiple AC Fail (ACF, MACF) R2 15 (BK-W) R2_C AC/Multiple AC Fail (ACF/MACF) Battery on Discharge, Battery Test A
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Connect to the Controller Action Network (LAN) Connection (Optional) Step 5 The controller provides a standard 10/100Base-T Ethernet connection for a LAN or direct Craft port connection. Connector J5 is a standard RJ45 shielded receptacle connection for standard Cat5 cable connection between the controller and the LAN. This port has two main modes of operation: Server mode and LAN mode (Static and DCHP Client).
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Connect to the Controller Action Step 6 Telephone Line Connection (Optional) Skip this section if the controller is not equipped with the Modem option. Slot-Controllers A standard RJ11, J6, provides a direct connect to a POTS line. Door-Mount controllers Modem provides an RJ11 connection for the POTS connection. Modem should be mounted according to respective system drawing. Use routing techniques per code to connect from the controller to the POTS line.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Connect to the Controller Action Step Table 6 Local RS-232 Serial Port Signals Pin # Signal Name 1 232DCD (RS-232 Data Carrier Detect) 2 232RXD (RS-232 Receive ) 3 232TXD (RS-232 Transmit) 4 232DTR (RS-232 Data Terminal Ready) 5 Ground (Current Limited Ground) 6 232DSR (RS-232 Data Set Ready) 7 232RTS (RS-232 Request To Send) 8 232CTS (RS-232 Clear To Send) 9 NC (No Connect) Note: an RS-232 to USB adapter (dongle) may be used to connect the RS-232 port to
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Connect to the Controller Action Step Table 7 Power And Sense Connector Pin # Signal Name Description 1 RS485+ 2 GP_REF “B” side of the RS485 differential pair. Reference lead for the RS485 rectifier GP bus. Must be connected to the reference side of internal communication circuitry in the rectifier.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Connect to the Controller Action Step Note: V1 and V2 sense and power inputs can be used for 48V or 24V, vice versa. Systems from the factory will be wired such that V1 is for +24V connections and V2 is for -48V connections when possible for product consistency. If connecting the system up for single voltage plant application, regardless of the system DC potential, it is recommended that signals associated with V1 sense and power inputs be utilized.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Connect to the Controller Action Step 9 RS-485 Serial Connection (Skip if factory installed in the system) In addition to being available at connector J9, the RS-485 rectifier communication bus is also accessible at connector J10. J10 is a standard shielded RJ45 connector on the controller that provides quick connections between the controller and serial system rectifiers and components.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Connect to the Controller Action Step Ground Screw Once connected the CP communication will resembled that depicted below. The RJ45 communication bracket must not interfere or be interfered with by the multi-shelf cable interconnections. Ribbon cable assembly 848738253 must be used to connect from J2 of the first CP shelf to J1 on the second CP shelf as shown.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Connect to the Controller Action Step CP843A The CP843A controller is slot controller and automatically connects up to the RS485 rectifier control bus once inserted into a power slot. However, the CP shelf must still be configured to operate in RS485 mode. This is done by using cable assembly CC848838284 which enables the RS485 mode of the shelf. The addition of other CP shelves utilizes the same inter-shelf cable 848738253 previously described.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Initial Startup of the Controller Once all relevant installation procedures are performed as defined in respective system product manuals and documentation, the system is ready to be powered up. Initial Startup of the Controller Step Action 1 Verify all connections are as described previously before applying power. 2 If equipped, place all external battery disconnect switches into their ON positions prior to applying power. 3 Apply power to the power system.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Initial Startup of the Controller Step Action *The display may have a protective transparent covering over the LCD portion. Make sure this covering has been removed for optimum viewing before adjusting the contrast. 5 Check the voltage reading on the controller display to verify that it complies with the system float voltage setting. The controller is factory configured with a rectifier Float voltage set-point of 54.48V for -48V rectifier systems and ±27.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family field. These items are then stored in non-volatile memory. However, a user can always return to factory programmed configuration by initiating the “Loading Defaults” operation for a specific battery type. The Basic items to configure for basic system operation are: • Float Set-Point (And associated alarms described in next section) • Battery Type and number of strings • Date • Time The controller is designed to support multiple battery technologies.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Basic Controller Configuration Step Action 1 Change the battery type to another battery type or specific model. From the front panel go to MenuConfigurationBatteriesType and select a battery model from the list. If the battery model is unique, select a generic technology class for the installed battery or use the Craft port to enter a specific battery model. A new model can be entered into the controller through the use of the web pages at SettingsBattery Types.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Basic Controller Configuration Step Action Press “save” once the correct battery is selected. If a generic battery type is selected select “Yes” to load the standard defaults. Note the controller will ask if the standard defaults are desired selecting yes will select the standard defaults for the selected battery. Selecting no, will leave settings at the default settings for the generic VRLAs. The float set-point value is one of these items.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Web Interface Configuration Step 1 Action Find and take note of the controller’s Working IP (WIP) on the front panel display by going to MenuStatusNetwork Settings Port 1 Note: If the Port is not configured as a Server it will not have the correct IP address. To use the Ethernet port locally as a Craft port it needs to be configured as a DHCP Server. DHCP Server operation can be validated at MenuStatusNetwork Settings.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Super-User security level: • Can do everything the user can do • Can change any configuration parameter in the system (except passwords) • Default password: super-user Administrator security level: • Can do everything the super-user can do • Can change passwords • Can upgrade controller software • Default password: administrator After the controller has granted access through the port, the controller serves up a Home page similar to that shown below.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Web Interface Tabs Reports The reports tab displays reports that the system controller can display through web pages. These reports include Event History, Inventory, Statistics, Trends, and Battery on Discharge. Individual history groups like Alarm History, Boost History, Login History, and Rectifier history are also available. Maintenance Allows remote access to Control/Operation commands that are available through the front panel.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Web Interface Tabs Settings Items in this menu are used to configure all the individual system parameters, features, and thresholds. These fields are arranged by System, Reserve, Communication and Programming. Installation This tab provides access to quickly configure the primary items typically needed for a site. These configurations are the minimum for basic system operation.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Web Interface Tabs Software This tab provides access to the Backup, Restore, and Upgrade features. Backup allows a user to store the controller’s entire configuration to a “config.gal” file. This file can be used to configure other controllers with the same exact configuration or to “restore” the configuration of a controller that was modified in the field. The “Restore” tab provides this configuration upload ability.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Controller Operation Overview The Pulsar Plus family of controllers provides system monitoring and control features for Infinity NE/P2, CP, and other Lineage Power rectifier based power systems. These controllers monitor and control system components including rectifiers, converters, and distribution modules via a multi-drop RS485 digital communications bus.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Front Panel Controls and Status Display - Pulsar Controls - Pulsar Pulsar controllers have six tactile buttons for navigation through a structured menu system. The buttons serve multiple purposes depending on the active screen. These functions are summarized below. Buttons Display Contrast Parameter Change Direction Buttons Enter Button ESC Button Navigation Controls - Pulsar Description In the Main Display, the ▲▼ buttons increase or decrease the display contrast.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family LCD Back-light - Pulsar Pulsar controllers incorporate an alarm severity back-light indicator. Severities of alarms can be configured through the remote interfaces. Following is a basic description of the back-light functionality. System Status Display – Pulsar The incorporated display technology can support a wide range of back-light colors.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Status LEDs - Pulsar Pulsar controller displays provides three LED indicators to provide more specific indications of the system status. These LEDs provide specific indication concerning the AC and DC system status and Battery on Discharge state. These LEDs have factory assigned defaults as indicated in the table below. However, the assignments to alarms can be customized in the field using the remote interfaces.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Front Panel Controls and Status Display - Phoenix Controls - Phoenix Phoenix controllers have a rotary control knob and a button for navigation through a structured menu system. The rotary control knob serves multiple purposes depending on the active screen. These functions are summarized below. Control Rotary Control Navigation Controls - Phoenix Description Menus navigate to make a selection.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Table 9 Status LEDs - Dedicated - Phoenix 2 LED SYSOK3 (NORM) Color Alarm Name Green System OK PMN3 Amber Minor Alarm PMJ3 Red Major Alarm PCR3 Red Critical Alarm FLOAT Green Float Mode EQL Amber Equalize / Boost Mode Condition System OK - Normal operation, no alarms, inputs and outputs are in their normal range. Medium severity - Generally assigned to alarms which indicate a non-power affecting condition. Attention eventually required.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Table 10 Status LEDs - Custom Assignable - Phoenix4 LED5 ACF Color Amber RFA Amber RFAM (MRFA) Red HVSD Red HVA Red BOD (BD) VLV (LLVA) (USR2) Red Red Amber Issue 7 December 2011 Alarm Name AC Fail Alarm Rectifier Fail Alarm Rectifier Fail Multiple Alarm High Voltage Shutdown Alarm High Voltage Alarm Battery on Discharge Alarm Very Low Voltage Alarm Condition A rectifier is reporting AC failure. A rectifier has failed. Multiple rectifiers have failed.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Audible Alarm The controller has an integrated audible alarm located in its display assembly. This alarm will sound when any Critical, Major, or Minor alarm is detected by the controller. Upon assertion of the audible alarm the default front panel will provide and indicator of the alarm as well as a quick link to temporary cut-off the alarm.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Voltage Test Jacks The controller front panel display has three test jacks that allow you to measure the system output voltage with a hand-held meter. The jacks are referenced with C (Common), V1 (Voltage One), and V2 (Voltage Two) or Common, Plant, and Converter. The voltage references correspond to the voltage referenced on the default front panel screen.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Local and Remote Access Ports The controller provides communication ports for both local and remote access. Access to these ports depends on the specific controller configuration. Standard configurations of the NE843A, NE843C, NE843E, NE843G, and EP843D all have a front panel hatch located to the left of the test jacks that provide access to a local DB-9 RS-232 asynchronous serial port.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Front Panel Menu Structure Feature content at the front panel is functionally divided at the Main Menu into the following categories: Alarms Warnings Status Control/Operations History Configuration Access to the main menu starts at the default front panel screen shown below.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Front Panel PIN Controllers have the ability to restrict certain types of access from the front panel of the unit. It has the ability to enforce a four-digit Power Identification Number (PIN) requirement for users of the front panel for certain control/operations and configurable items. These control/operations and configurations are generally considered the items that will only be done during initial install or by specific personnel.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Configuration - Most configuration items from the front panel require PIN access. Configuration not requiring PIN 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16.
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Pulsar Plus Controller Family Status Status menus provide an overview of system components, threshold settings, and feature configuration. Configuration is not possible from here. Status items are also available through the remote port connections such as the web interface or local craft port using EasyView. Rectifiers Table 11 Rectifier Status Installed Capacity The total installed rectifier capacity in the system. These rectifiers may or may not have AC applied or be outputting power.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Batteries Table 13 Batteries Status Installed Capacity Total installed battery capacity based upon the number of strings in the system and the Amp-Hour (AH) rating of the strings installed. This data is automatically entered for specific battery models included in the standard controller configuration. These values can be modified in the field. AH rates are 8-hour rates. Number Of Strings The total number of battery strings installed in the system.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Alarm Thresholds Table 16 Alarm Thresholds Status Float Voltage Alarms Shows the configured settings for the Float Settings: Very High Major (HVSD), High Minor, Battery on Discharge (BD) and Very Low Voltage (VLV) alarms. Values are shown in (xx.xxV) format. Boost Voltage Alarms Shows the configured settings for the Boost Settings: Very High Major (HVSD), High Minor, and Battery on Discharge (BD) alarms. Values are shown in (xx.xxV) format.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Table 17 Enabled/Disabled Info Status All Load Monitored Shows if the All Loads Monitored feature is Enabled or Disabled. This assumes that every load distribution is being monitored so the sum of the load currents can be used to equal the total load of the system. Disconnects Shows if the LVBD (Low Voltage Battery Disconnect) and LVLD1-3 (Low Voltage Load Disconnects) features are Enabled or Disabled.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family numbers separated by periods (ddd.ddd.ddd.ddd). Each number, ddd, can be 0 to 255. * DNS * Address of the Domain Name Server that translates domain names into IP addresses. This field is of the format ddd.ddd.ddd.ddd. Mail Server The address for the computer or equipment within the network that will manage the controller e-mails. The format for the Gateway address field is a 32bit numeric address written as four numbers separated by periods (ddd.ddd.ddd.ddd).
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Table 20 Control/Operations Uninstall Equipment Clears alarms related to the removal of a system component such as a rectifier, converter, thermal probe, or voltage monitoring module. Running this command allows the system controller to retake inventory of using equipment. Clear History This area of the menus system can be used to clear the various items that the controller maintains history records. Once cleared the controller begins to keep history of new events.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family History This area of the menu system contains event history information. The controller works on a first record in first record out once the record size of a specific field is reached.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Configuration The Configuration section of the menu system is where system operational parameters, system device information, and alarm thresholds are set-up and modified. Factory defaults are provided for the standard controller. Some defaults are dependent on the battery type. Consult Appendix E for default settings of different battery. Valve-Regulated Lead Acid (VRLA) batteries and default settings defined for the Standard configuration are assumed in this section.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Table 22 Float Settings Configuration Very Low Voltage Major Primary DC bus alarm threshold used to indicate an imminent system shutdown due to discharging batteries or a very low output voltage (VLV). Threshold is set from -40.00V to- 51.00V or +20.00 to +25.50V. Has a factory default of -46.00V and +23.00V for 48V and 24V systems.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Table 23 Shunt Monitors Configuration Defaults The controller is factory configured with: ID1 ID2 ID3 ID4 ID5 ID6 ID7 ID8 Type: Battery Type: None Type: None Type: None Type: None Type: None Type: None Type: None Shunt: 300A Shunt: 300A Shunt: 600A Shunt: 600A Shunt: 600A Shunt: 600A Shunt: 600A Shunt: 600A IDs defined as None will have no currents displayed and shunt configuration has no affect.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Table 24 Shunt Type Configuration Shunt Type System Configuration Controller Operation Shunt input is connected to a centralized load shunt located in the system. The total system Load current flows through this shunt to the load equipment. System may or may not have Shunt Monitors configured. Controller reports the following: ILoad = Iplantshunt Ibattery = Unavailable If there are shunt monitor cards also installed: 1.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Table 24 Shunt Type Configuration Shunt Type System Configuration Shunt input may or may not be connected to a shunt located in the system. System has Shunt Monitors configured in the system and all system loads are monitored. And The new “All Load Monitored” feature has been “Enabled”. Controller Operation 1.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Table 25 Rectifiers Configuration and truly act as constant power rectifiers. Settings below 100% will be current limited to that percentage of the rectifier’s name plate current rating.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Table 26 Batteries Configuration End of Dchrg The user defined system bus voltage at which the batteries are considered to be at the end of their reserve capability for manual battery testing (End of Discharge). This end-of-discharge voltage is used for automatic and opportunistic reserve time calculations. This setting has a range of -40.25V to -48.75V and 19.25V to +25.35V +21.00 with factory default of -42.00V and +21.00V for 48V and 24V systems, respectively.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Table 27 Contactors Configuration ID1-6 Associates the ID numbers set on the distribution monitoring boards (NE872/QS871) to one of four independent set of contactor controls. These contactor controls are: LVBD (Low Voltage Battery Disconnect), LVLD1 (Low Voltage Load Disconnect 1), LVLD2 (Low Voltage Load Disconnect 2), and LVLD3 (Low Voltage Load Disconnect 3).
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Table 28 Disconnects Configuration LVLD3 (Disabled) ─ Imminent Shutdown Alarm ─ Remote Emergency Power Off (EPO) Disconnect Mode (Voltage); Range: Voltage, Voltage/Time, None Disconnect Voltage (-42.0V/+21.0V); Range:-39.0 to -50.0V/+19.5 to +25.0V Time Delay (0 min); Range: 0-300min Reconnect Mode (Voltage); Range: Voltage, Voltage/Time, None Reconnect Voltage (-44.0V/+22.0V); Range: 39.0 to -55.0V/+19.5 to +27.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Table 29 Converters Configuration Disconnect Reconnect Voltage Alarms Converter input voltage threshold to be used to place all converters into Standby. The converter disconnect threshold is adjustable from -40.0V to -50.0V and +20.0V to +25.0V with a factory default of -46.0V and +23.0V for 24V and 48V output converters, respectively. Converter input voltage threshold to be used to return all converters from Standby to On.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Table 30 Boost Configuration ISHVSD Voltage Alarms This is an Independent High Voltage Shutdown threshold during the Boost mode of operation that is sent to and stored in the rectifiers that is used by each rectifier for independent high voltage monitoring. The threshold can be set from -52.00V to -60.00V or +26.00 to +30.00V with a factory default setting of -58.50 and +29.25V for 48V and 24V systems, respectively.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family System Settings Table 31 System Settings Configuration Display Contrast Allows display back-light intensity to be adjusted for contrast in local ambient light. Factory default is 50%. Date Sets system date and format. The format for date can be selected from: mm/dd/yyyy, dd/mm/yyyy, yyyy/mm/dd, mm-dd-yyyy, yyyy-mm-dd, dd-mmyyyy, mm/dd/yy, yy/mm/dd, dd/mm/yy, mm-dd-yy, yy-mm-dd, or dd-mm-yy and the format for time can be 12HR/24HR format.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Table 32 Communication Ports Configuration Modem Port Settings Provides the ability to Enable or disable Write access, the ability to change system settings through the Modem. The factory default setting is Enabled. The baud rate, number of data bits, parity, number of stop bits, and flow control parameters for the port is also configurable. Note: the initialization string of the external MODEM must be set in the controller. Factory default for the string is AT&FEV&C1S0=0H.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family HTTP HTTP (hypertext transfer protocol) is the foundation protocol of the World Wide Web (www) and can be used in any client-server application involving hypertext. HTTP makes use of TCP (transmission control protocol) for client to server connection and IP (internet protocol) for internetworking. The controller’s standard HTTP protocol web pages provide integrated site information with an enhanced graphical user interface.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Selecting the Settings tab produces the web page from which configuration for all individual items can be performed as mentioned in Section 4.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family TELNET Telnet provides remote log-on capability to a computer or server. The terminal to terminal connection with Telnet is based on a TCP connection for traffic between user and server. Once login is established; the controller will support this session until the “exit” command is received or the idle timeout limit is reached. A command line interface is used to view and configure the controller’s features and thresholds.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Optional Devices and Modules One-Wire Peripheral Devices QS873A Voltage/Thermal Probes The QS873A Voltage/Thermal Probes (VT-Probes) are used to measure battery temperatures for slope thermal compensation, and to provide mid-string voltages to the ES771 for battery voltage imbalance detection.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family J2 3-position connector connects the VT-Probe to the 1-Wire interface through cable 848719795. It may also connect directly to the ES771A with (CC848791517, 2.5’) or (848719829, 10’) or other VT-Probes in daisy chain fashion using either the (848719803, 5’) or the (848719811, 10’) cable. J1 2-position connector serves to connect the VT-Probe to J2 on other VT-Probes in a daisy-chain fashion described above.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Step 3 VT-Probe Connect to Controller Action Insert the 3-pin connector end of the cable into the receptacle on the VT-Probe closest to the controller. 4 5 Snap the cover closed on the VT-probe. Place the first probe to the negative battery post as shown in figure. 6 The controller automatically recognizes the VT-probes.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family VT-Probe Connect to Controller Action Step 8 9 Repeat Step 7 until all probes are installed. The controller is now able to make thermal measurements in performing Slope Thermal Compensation (STC). To enable or verify that STC is active go to MenuConfigurationBatteriesBattery Temp Management and select TEMP COMP and verify that the feature Temperature Comp is Enabled. If not, configure and save it appropriately.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family J30 Connects the ES771A to the first QS873A VT-Probes using either the (CC848791517, 2.5’) or the (848719829’, 10’) cables. J1, J2, J3 Snap-fit connectors for the mid-string voltage signal wire (Brown) from the VT-Probes. ID Switch A seven-position rotary ID switch used by the controller to uniquely identify each ES771A in the system. A setting of “0” produces and invalid ID alarm. Valid ID settings are from 1 through 6.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Figure 15: Four-String System Monitored For Imbalance With One VT Probe Per String Voltage Imbalance Mid-String Monitoring Step 1 Action for Voltage Imbalance Mid-String Monitoring Insert one RJ-45 end of the 848652947 wire set into the P5-SYS AUX PORT on the controller and the other end to the first ES771A Remote Voltage Monitor module.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Step 5 Action for Voltage Imbalance Mid-String Monitoring probe to the ES771 module. Connect another ES771A to the controller by connecting an additional 848652947 wire set from the first module to the RJ45 receptacle on the second module. Verify the number of modules (2) registered with the controller with command: MenuStatusBatteriesNum Mid-String V 6 Repeat Step 5 until all modules are installed.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Following is a summary of the parts utilized in the 1-Wire management system Probe And Cable Descriptions Comcode QS873A battery thermal probe 108987611 10-ft Probe to Infinity NE interconnect 848719795 5-ft Probe to probe interconnect 848719803 10-ft Probe to probe interconnect 848719811 ES771A Voltage Monitoring Module 2.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family J11 J101 J12 P3 J100 J13 J2 J1 TB1 Figure 17: NE872A Remote Distribution Module Module Features The NE872A module has the following features: • Status LED: Tri-colored LED that illuminates according to following conditions: LEDs ( = On) Green Amber Red Condition Normal Minor Alarm Major Alarm Flashing Flash (5s) Communication Loss with Controller Manual Reconnect Command Accepting In addition, the following conditions will illuminate the LEDs as described below.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Tri-Color LVD Status Condition Red Green Amber ID not configured Flashing Alarm Inputs ─ Open String X ─ FAJ alarms Fault Alarms ─ Board Fault X ─ Contactor FAIL Lamp Test operation activated Red 3 seconds On, Green 3 seconds On, (10 second operation) Amber 3 seconds On, All off for 1 second Alarm Inputs: The NE872A has been designed to allow it to be referenced to either VBus(-) or Vbus(+) so it can be used in both positive and negative grounded systems.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family internal measurement capability to control the LVD. These disconnect and reconnect threshold values are sent from the controller to each respective QS871A upon establishing initial communication. 8-Position Jumper: 8-position jumper arrangement that uniquely identifies up to eight NE872 remote distribution monitor and control modules. Placing no jumper, ID position 0, is an invalid configuration. The Pulsar Plus family of controllers can address up to eight unique NE872s.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Pin # Signal Name 4 SHUNT+ 5 OS 6 NE_CM 7 DB 8 SHUNT- Table 33 NE872 J1 Signal Description Signal Description resides to reference the shunt measurement Positive Battery Shunt input signal whose signal polarity is defined by the voltage on the shunt during battery discharge. Open String (OS) alarm input for external battery disconnect switch; Alarms on closure to the non-grounded “Battery” side of the DC bus (-48V/±24V). Optional connection at terminal block TB1.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family J100 and J101 Provides connectivity to the RS485 GP rectifier/converter bus as well as a pass through to the next RS485 connected device. Table 36 NE872 J100 and J101 Signal Description Pin # 1 2 3 4-8 Signal RS485+ RS485RS485REF Signal Description B Inverting Driver Output / Inverting Receiver Input A Non-inverting Receiver Input/ Non-inverting Driver Output RS485 Reference/return. Pass-through on this board.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family AMBER Battery reconnected in reverse polarity X X RED RED System started w/ reverse battery polarity X X RED RED Alarm Inputs: The QS871A is referenced to VBus(-), therefore, all alarm inputs are either alarmed on an open or a closure to VBus(-) as described below.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Feature QS871A QS871B QS871C Open String input Fuse Alarm Major input Remote LVD Input Auxiliary Alarm Input Shelf ID Input X X X X X X X X X Status LED Rotary ID Switch (7-position) Contactor Drive And Monitor Momentary Forced Closed LVD switch Reverse Battery Detection feature Backup Contactor Disconnect/Reconnect Feature Analog Monitoring X X X X X X X X Shunt Monitoring Circuitry DC Bus Monitoring Circuitry X X X X X X Power/Shunt/OS/FAJ connector Shielde
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Table 37 QS871 J1 Signal Description 6 OS 7 FAJ 8 SHLF_ID3 9 10 RS485+ RS485- Open String (OS) alarm input for external battery disconnect switch; Alarms on closure to the non-grounded “Battery” side of the DC bus (-48V). General purpose Fuse Alarm Major (FAJ) alarm input; Major alarm on closure to the non-grounded “Battery” side of the DC bus (-48V). Signal used for identifying the board. Pulled up or down on board accordingly in the factory.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Table 40 QS871 J100 and J101 Signal Description 7 8 No Connection No Connection ES772A Remote Distribution Module Overview The ES772A allows the controller to communicate with devices in TEPS or OEM distribution panels. It will allow the controller to alarm for open load and battery protectors, read battery current from an external shunt, and control a non-latching contactor. The contacts can be assigned as a load-disconnect or as a battery disconnect.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Green LEDs: *= On Amber Red Normal * Minor Alarm * * Flashing Flashing Flash (5 sec) Condition * Major Alarm External Contactor(s) Manually Opened with either LVD1 or LVD2 DISC SW Communication Loss with System Controller Manual Reconnect Command Accepting The ES772A is referenced to VBus(-), therefore, all alarm inputs are either alarmed on an open or a closure to VBus(-) as described in the following.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family 3, then the reverse battery protection feature will be provided. Read all warning statements prior to making any connections. • Manual LVD Cont Connect - Manual LVD Contactor Connect. This feature allows the CPS6000 system to resume powering the load after low voltage disconnect of batteries following a battery on discharge event. The fully depleted battery strings are to be replaced with fully charged strings.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Table 41 ES772 Connector J1 Pinout Definitions Pin Name Definition Comments/Connections 1 VPWR + V(+) Power Power for ES772A, connect to VBus(+) 2 N/A Reserved 3 N/A Reserved 4 SHUNT- Neg Batt Shunt Input Polarity is during battery discharge 5 BATT1_SENSE Polarity Sense for String 1 Connect to battery negative, V(-) of String 1 6 DIST_ALM_1 Trip-Indicator Input-1 for US Style CB or GMT Fuse. Alarm on closure to VBus(-).
Pulsar Plus Controller Family The DIST_ALM(1, 2) EXT BAT SW(1, 2), and the EXT AUX MAJ(1, 2) alarm inputs are to be connected as shown in Figure 22. All of these inputs alarm on a closure to VBus(-). The DIST_ALM(1, 2) alarm inputs are to be used for monitoring US Style CBs and GMT style fuses. The EXT BAT SW(1, 2), alarm inputs are to be used for monitoring battery disconnect switches or circuit breakers with a micro switch that closes on manual opening of switch.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Figure 24: Reverse Polarity Protected Alarm Connections with an External Battery Disconnect Switch Figure 24 shows the connections required if Reverse Polarity Protection is to be used with an external disconnect switch. Note that the sense lead BATT1_SENSE or BATT2_SENSE must be connected as shown in order for the reverse polarity protection feature to work.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Auxiliary Port Connector Table 43 Auxiliary Port Connector Signals Pin 1 3 5 7 9 11 Function DIN CB-1 DIN CB-3 DIN CB-5 DIN CB-7 DIN CB-9 EXT AUX MAJ-1 Pin 2 4 6 8 10 12 Function DIN CB-2 DIN CB-4 DIN CB-6 DIN CB-8 DIN CB-10 EXT AUX MAJ-2 Figure 25: Alarm Connections for DIN Style Load Protectors Figure 25 shows the connections required if load protectors are the DIN style circuit breakers.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family ES772A Module Mounting Use the template in Figure 26 as a guide to mount the ES772A in your application. The location of the mounting holes MH1 and MH2 are outlined. Figure 26: ES772A Mounting Hole Locations 22-position external distribution panel Overview The J5694722 external distribution accepts up to 22 bullet-breakers for DC loads and occupies 3U of vertical rack space in a 23” rack. The panel has a total output capacity of 400A and is front accessible.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family • Up to 22 flexible battery positions that can be configured either with the battery bus or the load bus using an adapter plate • All lug connections accept double-holed lugs. • Staggered vertical arrangement of up to three distributions directly stacked with wiring access.
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Pulsar Plus Controller Family Troubleshooting Table 44 Infinity NE System Troubleshooting Alarm Severity 6 Indicator PMN Rectifier LED Distribution Module Board LED MIN, AC Fail None GREEN Single Rectifier not receiving ac power. • AC input circuit breaker has opened. • AC input voltage is out of range. 1. Verify ac power to rectifier is available. 2. Verify rectifier input circuit breaker is closed. 3. If problem not corrected, replace rectifier.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Table 44 Infinity NE System Troubleshooting Alarm Severity 6 Indicator PMJ Rectifier LED Distribution Module Board LED MAJ, Rectifier Fail (Note 1) AC OK DC OK AMBER (Blinking) MAJ, Contactor 1 Open AC OK DC OK GREEN User Interface Display RED PMN AMBER Possible Problem(s) Possible Solution(s) One or both of the LVD contactors is open; someone may have manually opened LVD contactor. Place disconnect switch in ON position.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Table 44 Infinity NE System Troubleshooting Alarm Severity 6 Indicator PMJ RED PMJ Distribution Module Board LED User Interface Display Rectifier LED MIN, Rectifier Fail MAJ, Multiple Rectifier Fail MAJ, Battery on Discharge AC OK ALARM Normal Multiple rectifier thermal alarm: Excessive ambient temperature Multiple rectifier failure 1. Verify that there is no obstruction of the vertical airflow path. 2.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Table 44 Infinity NE System Troubleshooting Alarm Severity 6 Indicator SYSOK GREEN User Interface Display Rectifier LED No Alarm, Individual Shunt Currents displayed at or above their maximum display values (≥600A for loads, ≥800A for battery) AC OK DC OK Distribution Module Board LED Normal Possible Problem(s) One or both of the QS871A shunt inputs is open-circuit. Possible Solution(s) 1.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Specifications Table 45 Specifications Item Input Voltage Ranges (power) Input Power General Specifications Specification +/-24 volts: from +/-18 volts to +/-30 volts; -48 volts: from -36.5 volts to -60 volts SELV 6.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Item SELV System Inputs/Outputs Specifications Specification All input and output connections comply with SELV requirements. CAUTION Intra-building ports of the equipment or subassembly • Connections - Ports are suitable for connection only to shielded intra-building or unexposed wiring or cabling grounded at both ends. • MUST NOT be metallically connected to interfaces which connect to the OSP or its wiring.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Environmental Specifications Item Specification Operating Temperature -40 to 75°C (-40 to 167°F) Storage Temperature Altitude Humidity Audible Noise Earthquake Rating -40 to 85°C (-40 to 185°F) -200 to 13,000 feet (-61 to 3962 meters)7 10% to 95% non-condensing < 60 dBA Zone 4, upper floors Use this equipment in a controlled environment (an area where the humidity is maintained at levels that cannot cause condensation on the equipment, the contaminating dust is controlled
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Safety / Standards Compliance Specifications Item Specification Safety Agency Approvals UL Recognized to UL Subject 1801, Power Distribution Center for Communications Equipment and CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1-03, UL 60950-1, Standard for Safety of Information Technology Equipment.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Safety Safety Statements Please read and follow all safety instructions and warnings before installing, maintaining, or repairing the equipment. Refer to individual equipment product manuals for additional safety statements specific to other equipment being installed, removed, or replaced.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Warning Statements and Safety Symbols The symbols may sometimes be accompanied by some type of statement; e.g., “Hazardous voltage/energy inside. Risk of injury. This unit must be accessed only by qualified personnel.” Signal words as described below may also be used to indicate the level of hazard. DANGER Indicates the presence of a hazard that will cause death or severe personal injury if the hazard is not avoided.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Precautions • Install, service, and operate this equipment only by professional, skilled and qualified personnel who have the necessary knowledge and practical experience with electrical equipment and who understand the hazards that can arise when working on this type of equipment. • The equipment may be powered by multiple ac inputs. Ensure that the appropriate circuit protection device for each ac input being serviced is disconnected before servicing the equipment.
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Pulsar Plus Controller Family Contacts and Warranty Customer Service Contacts Customer Service, Customer Training, Technical Support, Product Repair and Return, and Warranty Service Customer Service, Customer Training, Technical Support, Product Repair and Return, and Warranty Service For customers in the United States, Canada, Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands, please dial +1 877 546 3243 (877 LINEAGE) or for all other countries, please call +1 972 244 9288.
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Pulsar Plus Controller Family Appendix A: Software Upgrades through Craft Port Software can be upgraded through the 10/100Base-T connection either over the network or when configured as the Ethernet Craft Port. There are four program files that can be upgraded on the Pulsar Plus family of controllers: The boot block, the factory defaults, application, and web pages. The present application does not have a factory defaults file. Hard coded defaults are utilized.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family require administrator level privilege. Thus, the password required is administrator. Similar responses are seen when opening a Telnet session remotely over the LAN connection. Note: you have to give the path of to the file in conjunction with the put commands. Code Web Defaults Config Boot Block Software Using any FTP client, perform the following steps to load Application Software: 1. Change your directory to the PC directory where the Application code is stored. 2.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family 2. Login as guest using the using the network administrator password (administrator). User (192.168.2.1:(none)): guest 331 User name okay, need password Password: administrator 230 Logged in 3. Change directory (cd) to the dflts directory by typing: cd dflts. ftp> cd dflts 250 CWD command successful 4. Use the put command to copy the web pages to the controller. ftp> put NE843-dflts.bin 200 Port command okay 150 Opening data connection for STOR (192.168.2.1,1576) 5.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family 6. Wait until the message indicating a successful file transfer is displayed. 226 File sent OK ftp: 917504 bytes sent in 2.31Seconds 396.50Kbytes/sec. 7. Type bye to exit/logout of the FTP session. ftp> bye 221 Goodbye! Web Pages Using any FTP client, perform the following steps to load default web pages: 1. Type: FTP x.x.x.x ( The controller Working IP Address is 192.168.2.1). ftp 192.168.2.1 Connected to 192.168.2.1 220 NE843 FTP Ready 2.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family User (192.168.2.1:(none)): guest 331 User name okay, need password Password: administrator 230 Logged in 3. Change directory (cd) to the config directory by typing: cd config. ftp> cd config 250 CWD command successful Backing Up/Retrieving 4. To retrieve a backup of a site’s configuration use the get command to get a copy of the configuration file (config.gal). ftp> get config.gal 200 Port command okay 150 Opening data connection for STOR (192.168.2.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Password: administrator 230 Logged in 3. Change directory (cd) to the web directory by typing: cd web. ftp> cd custom 250 CWD command successful 4. Use the put command to copy the web pages to the controller. ftp> put alt.lang 200 Port command okay 150 Opening data connection for STOR (192.168.2.1,1576) 5. Verify the transfer by a message displayed indicating a successful file transfer. 226 File sent OK ftp: 917504 bytes sent in 2.31Seconds 396.50Kbytes/sec. 6.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Appendix B: T1.317 Command Language Initializing Controllers The Pulsar Plus family of controllers are highly flexible with many features. This section outlines programming the controller using the Hyper Terminal program that is shipped with most IBM compatible PC's. Connect the cable between the computer RS-232 port, and the controller RS-232 port, J3.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family T1.317 Command Language The Pulsar Plus controller command language is based on the T1.317 standard. This section describes the commands, objects and attributes used to access measurements, configuration, and control parameters in the controller. Objects and Attributes The T1.317 standard organizes system parameters called attributes into groups called objects.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Table 46 T1.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Table 47 T1.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family objid,acc objid,dly objid,noo objid,nor objid,nag objid,dst Contact Closure Notify Delay Notify On Occur Notify On Retire NAG On Occur Notify Destination objid bda1 Description Battery On Discharge hfv1 High voltage hva1 Very high voltage text number number number number text Float Threshold 23-28 V or 46-55 V 24.75-29.75 V or 50-60 V 24.75-29.
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Pulsar Plus Controller Family obj faj2 fan1 fan2 hcl1 icc1 icr1 isd1 man1 mcm1 mdp1 mzd1 nnc1 osa1 pfd1 pgi1 pht1 por1 rcdp1 rf1 rfa1 rfn1 rpff1 rpfj1 rprl1 rpxj1 rpxn1 scd1 stf1 tpa1 vmf1 vsf1 zid1 Description External 48V Fuse Major External 24V Fuse Minor External 48V Fuse Minor History Cleared Incompatible Converter Incompatible Rectifier Imminent shutdown Manual Off Major Communications Fail Voltage Duplicate Id Voltage Id Not Configured Number Not Configured Open String Password At Default Program Li
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Pulsar Plus Controller Family Table 56 T1.317 Battery Reserve Management Related Commands obj,attr br1,nvm br1,ntm br1,scd Description Number of mid-cell V present Number of temperatures present Battery voltage imbalance detection enable sta cha br1,scv Battery imbalance threshold ope type number number Range of Values d d 0=disable,1=enable (Automatically enabled when mid cell V monitor present) 1.5-3.0V Table 57 T1.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family CN1 = Battery Disconnect (LVBD1) CN2 = Load 1 Disconnect (LVLD1) CN3 = Load 2 Disconnect (LVLD2) CN4 = Load 3 Disconnect (LVLD3) Table 60 T1.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Table 63 T1.317 Input Management Related Commands obj,attr inmnn,stt inmnn,typ Description Input state Input alarm type sta cha ope type text text inmnn,pol Input alarming state text Range of Values 0=not alarming 1=alarming "" – no alarm, for in006, this value allows the input to be used for either group standby or PBT. Polarity is ignored.
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Pulsar Plus Controller Family mp1,bdr mp1,dbt mp1,pry mp1,sbt mp1,tmo mp1,hsh mp1,nrg mp1,wre mp1,ins Modem baud rate Data Bits Parity Stop Bits Time-Out Handshaking Number of Rings Before Answer Write Enable Modem Initialization String text Number text Number Number text number Number text ADMINISTRATOR, TL1, LOGOUT 2400,4800,9600 7, 8 O, E, N 1, 2 0(disabled) – 45 minutes NO, SW 2-15 0=disable 1=enable (HW,SW) Up to 40 characters “” assigns the default string Tab
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Pulsar Plus Controller Family Additional T1.317 Commands And Samples ala Report Active Alarms Syntax: ala Description This command reports all the active alarm conditions in the plant. One alarm message is listed per line in the report. The table below lists the default alarm messages. Note that if user changes the severity of the alarm, the corresponding change will show up in the alarm message.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family cha Change Value Syntax: cha obj,attr=value where: obj,attr is an object-attribute pair. For example, ps1,sid. Description This command is used to change system configuration parameters. Examples are listed below to illustrate how this command works. cha ps1,sid="My Plant"Change the site id to My Plant cha p1,phn="123456789"Change the primary phone number to 123456789 You must be logged in as a super-user to use this command.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family DISABLEDAuto boost cancelled by being disabled his Report BD History Syntax: dc1,bod Description This command reports the battery discharge history in the following format: his dc1,bod 30-MAY-03,15:11:12,MANUAL,COMPLETED,118.3,23, 01-APR-03,03:11:12,BD,COMPLETED,118.3,26,130 12-FEB-03,12:00:02,PERIODIC,COMPLETED,120.9,27,135 .
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Description This command is used to log-in as a user, super-user or administrator. For example, if you are currently logged into the controller as a user but would like to change the site id you must first use this command to log-in as a super-user. You must be logged in as an administrator in order to upgrade the software and change passwords. ope Operate a Control Syntax: ope obj,attr=value where: obj,attr is an object-attribute pair. For example, dc1,pbt.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family sum Report Statistics Syntax: sum obj,attr where: obj,attr is an object-attribute pair defined by the following: sum dc1,adcReport plant load current statistics sum br1,hbtReport highest battery temperature statistics sum br1,amtReport ambient temperature statistics Description This command reports the highest hourly a averages, highest hourly maximum, and the highest hourly minimum statistics for plant load and highest battery temperature.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family 30-JAN-2003,05:00:00,120.1 31-JAN-2003,14:00:00,122.8 DLI= 29-JAN-2002,12:00;00,120.9 30-JAN-2003,08:00:00,118.7 31-JAN-2003,01:00:00,119.2 DHH= 29-JAN-2002,02:00;00,122.1 30-JAN-2003,05:00:00,119.7 31-JAN-2003,14:00:00,121.6 MAV= 31-JAN-2003,23:00:00,121.3 . * The “DHI=” indicates daily highest hourly instantaneous reading. The “DLI=” indicates daily highest hourly instantaneous reading. The “DHH=” indicates daily highest hourly average reading.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family GUI Report GUI Compatibility Syntax: GUI Description This command is for internal use only. It reports an EasyView compatibility number. The command response is: NE843GUI=1.0 ali Special Internet Command Syntax: ali Description This command is for internal use only. It exists for EasyView compatibility purposes only and does nothing.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Appendix C: Battery Functions Float Mode Float mode is the default operation mode of the power system. The system voltage, while in float mode, is determined by the configuration parameter Rectifier Float Set point (fsp) and may be adjusted by the Battery Thermal Compensation circuit, if active.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Low Temperature Compensation This feature is disabled by default, and can be enabled only if Temperature Slope Thermal Compensation is enabled. The following are the associated parameters. Low Comp Limit: Low temperature thermal compensation can be set from -5°C to 20°C. The factory default setting is 0°C. Increase: The low temperature slope (rate of increase) can be set from 1mV to 10mV in .1mV increments. The factory default setting is 3mV.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Figure C-1: Slope Thermal Compensation The following describes the configuration parameters which may be activated or altered by the user. Refer to Appendix D for the ranges of values the parameters may take and their factory default settings. Lower Thermal Limit (ltt): The lower temperature where, if Low Temperature Compensation is enabled, the controller will increase plant voltage to a level corresponding to (lsp * (ntt - ltt)* 24)V above the fsp.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Upper Temperature Slope (usp): The slope rate for the voltage decrease per cell when the battery temperature is above the ntt (Battery Thermal Slope Nominal Temperature). Upper Temperature Limit (utt): The upper temperature where Battery Thermal Compensation will have reduced plant voltage to a level corresponding to (usp*(utt-ntt)*24)V below the fsp.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family • Initiating another Plant Battery Test. That is, once the test has been initiated, the test may be stopped by initiating another test either through the controller or by shorting pins 19 and 20 of the host interface connector. • An alarm condition occurring. Any alarm condition that occurs during this test will result in the test being aborted regardless of whether the contact-closure exists between pins 19 and 20 of the host interface connector.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family longer operating as a redundant power system. An additional rectifier may be required to ensure continuous redundant operation. If enabled, this feature will be disabled during battery discharge and recharge conditions. It will be enabled when the battery charging current falls below 5A. Battery Voltage Imbalance Detection This feature requires the use of the ES771A Remote Voltage Monitoring Module.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Table C-1 Supported Battery Types Vendor Generic Generic Generic Generic Generic Lineage Power Lineage Power Lineage Power Unigy Unigy Unigy Unigy Unigy Unigy Lineage Power Lineage Power Lineage Power Saft Saft North Star North Star North Star Avestor Avestor C&D NA Issue 7 December 2011 Battery Type Valve-Reg Flooded Ni-Cd Li-LMP Li-ELiTE 12A100FT 12A150FT 12IR150/150LP 3A125-33L 3A95-21L 3A95-27L 3A95-33L 6A95-13L 6A95-15L IR30EC IR40EC L54V63FTX NCX-125 NCX-80 NSB110FT NS
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Pulsar Plus Controller Family Appendix D: Default Configurations Table D-1 Standard Configuration Item Defaults provides the default settings for the configurable parameters and features that are associated in the controller. Also listed are the battery technologies and specific battery models included in the configuration file. Specific battery models assume the configuration defaults for their generic technology class except for a specific capacity and model name.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Table D-1 Standard Configuration Item Defaults Factory Default Factory 24V Rectifier Default Factory 48V Rectifier Default Range Factory Factory 24V Factory 48V Category Description Controller Site ID ≤ 20 characters "" PS1,SID Site Description ≤ 55 characters "" PS1,SDE Plant Description "NE843A" PS1,DES ≤ 55 characters "Infinity NE" PS1,SYS Plant Description "H569-2448" DC1,DES Controller Description System Description Plant Description Plant Volta
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Table D-1 Standard Configuration Item Defaults Category Description Load 1 Disconnect Control Mode Load 1 Disconnect Voltage Load 1 Disconnect Time Delay Load 1 Reconnect Control Mode Load 1 Reconnect Voltage Load Disconnect 2 Factory 48V Rectifier Default Range Factory Factory 24V Factory 48V 0=none, 1=voltage 2=voltage/time 1 19.5 to 25V -39.0 to -50V obj,attr CN2,DAM 21.00 42.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Table D-1 Standard Configuration Item Defaults Category Contactor Interfaces Rectifiers Factory Default Factory 24V Rectifier Default Factory 48V Rectifier Default Range Factory Factory 24V Factory 48V ID1 Type None/CN1/ CN2/CN3/CN4 "CN1" DCN01,TYP ID2 Type None/CN1/ CN2/CN3/CN4 "CN2" DCN02,TYP ID3 Type None/CN1/ CN2/CN3/CN4 "CN3" DCN03,TYP ID4 Type None/CN1/ CN2/CN3/CN4 "CN4" DCN04,TYP ID5 Type None/CN1/ CN2/CN3/CN4 "None" DCN05,TYP ID6 Type None
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Table D-1 Standard Configuration Item Defaults Category Description Range Factory 24V Rectifier Default Factory 48V Rectifier Default Factory Factory 24V Factory 48V obj,attr Battery 2 Type "Flooded" BT02,BTY Battery 2 Class "FLOODED" BT02,BTC 0 BT02,CAP "Generic NiCd Battery" BT03,DES Battery 2 Capacity Battery 3 Type Description <=32 chars Battery 3 Type "NiCd" BT03,BTY Battery3 Class "NICD" BT03,BTC Battery 3 Capacity 0 BT03,CAP "Generic Li-LMP
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Table D-1 Standard Configuration Item Defaults Category Description Factory Default Factory 24V Rectifier Default Factory 48V Rectifier Default Range Factory Factory 24V Factory 48V 570 BT13,CAP <=32 chars "Unigy (408545710)" "6A95-15L" BT14,DES Battery 13 Capacity Battery 14 Type Description Battery 14 Type Battery 14 Class Battery 14 Capacity Battery 15 Type Description <=32 chars Battery 15 Type Battery 15 Class Battery 15 Capacity Battery 16 Type Descriptio
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Table D-1 Standard Configuration Item Defaults Category Description Range Battery 25 Class Battery 25 Capacity Battery Discharge Test Factory 48V obj,attr BT25,BTY "VALVE-REG" BT25,BTC BT25,CAP 0 DC1,NST Battery Model ≤ 14 Characters "Valve-Reg" DC1,BTY 0:0:0 to 23:59:59 4:00:00 BR1,TMD disabled, 20%, timed "disabled" BR1,BTE Timed Test Duration 1 to 18 Months 12 BR1,TIN Date For Next Automatic Test yyyy-mm-dd 1/1/2099 BR1,ATD Start Time For Automa
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Table D-1 Standard Configuration Item Defaults Category Factory Default Factory 24V Rectifier Default Factory 48V Rectifier Default Range Factory Factory 24V Factory 48V Battery/None /Load "NONE" DCM07,TYP 0 to 9999 Amps 600 DCM07,SHA Battery/None /Load "NONE" DCM08,TYP 0 to 9999 Amps 600 DCM08,SHA All Load Shunts Monitored 1=Enabled 0=Disabled 0 DC1,MLS Input 1 Description <=32 chars "Fuse Alarm Major 24V" IN001,DES "FAJ1" IN001,TYP Input 1 Activ
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Table D-1 Standard Configuration Item Defaults Category Auxiliary Alarms Ringers Factory Default Factory 24V Rectifier Default Factory 48V Rectifier Default Range Factory Factory 24V Factory 48V Auxiliary Alarm 1 Description <=32 chars "Air Conditioner Fail" AUX1,DES Auxiliary Alarm 1 Front Panel Desc <=24 chars "Air Conditioner Fail" AUX1,FDS Auxiliary Alarm 2 Description <=32 chars "Door Open" AUX2,DES Auxiliary Alarm 2 Front Panel Desc <=24 chars "Doo
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Table D-1 Standard Configuration Item Defaults Category Factory Default Factory 24V Rectifier Default Factory 48V Rectifier Default Range Factory Factory 24V Factory 48V Local RS-232 handshaking (Flow Control) No/SW/HW "NO" LP1,HSH Number of Local RS-232 data bits 7,8 8 LP1,DBT n,e,o N LP1,PRY 1,2 1 LP1,SBT 0-45 minutes 5 LP1,TMO Local RS-232 Application TERMINAL, EVENT LOG "TERMINAL" LP1,APP Modem Port Write Access 1=Enabled 0=Disabled 1 MP1,WR
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Table D-1 Standard Configuration Item Defaults Category Factory Default Factory 24V Rectifier Default Factory 48V Rectifier Default Range Factory Factory 24V Factory 48V Call-Out Parity n,e,o N COP,PRY Call-Out Stop Bits 1 or 2 1 COP,SBT Description Pager ID Delay Periodic Dial-Out 0 to 9 seconds 0 COP,DLY Pager ID up to 25 Characters "" COP,PGR Pager Message up to 25 Characters "" COP,MSG Phone Number up to 25 Characters "" PSO,PHN Baudrate
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Table D-1 Standard Configuration Item Defaults Category TL1 Manager Factory Default Factory 24V Rectifier Default Factory 48V Rectifier Default Range Factory Factory 24V Factory 48V Activate User Enable 1=Enabled 0=Disabled 0 TLM,AUE CTS Detection Enable 1=Enabled 0=Disabled 0 TLM,CTS DSR Detection Enable 1=Enabled 0=Disabled 0 TLM,DSR 0 to 60 minutes 0 TLM,TMO 0 to 65535 2020 TLM,PRT Description Timeout Port Issue 7 December 2011 obj,attr 182
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Table D-2 24V Battery Related Items Defaults Category Voltage Settings Description Float Rectifier High Voltage Shutdown Batteries Li-LMP obj,attr 29.25 29.25 29.25 29.25 GM1,FSD 28.24 28.24 28.24 28.24 28.24 HVA1,FTH Float High Voltage Minor Alarm HFV1,FTH 24.75 to 29.75V 27.74 27.74 27.74 27.74 27.74 Float Voltage 21 to 28V 27.24 26.04 27.24 27.20 27.24 GM1,FSP Float Battery on Discharge Alarm 23 to 28V 25.54 25.00 26.50 25.54 25.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Table D-3 48V Battery Related Items Defaults Category Voltage Settings Battery Disconnect Batteries Description Range Valve-Reg Flooded Li_ELiTE NiCd Li-LMP Rectifier Float Selective High Voltage Shutdown -50 to -60V 58.50 58.50 58.50 58.50 58.50 GM1,FSD High Float Voltage Major Alarm -50 to -60V 57.00 57.00 57.00 57.00 57.00 HVA1,FTH HFV1,FTH High Float Voltage Minor Alarm -50 to -60V 56.00 56.00 56.00 56.00 56.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Appendix E: Alarms and Relays Alarm Relays The control unit is provided with ten alarm relays; seven to provide the actual alarm condition, and three to provide the severity associated with the alarm. The severity relays transmit Power Critical (PCR), Power Major (PMJ), or Power Minor (PMN). Each alarm is factory assigned a severity based on industry practices. However, they may be reassigned to PCR, MAJ, MIN, or RO (Record Only).
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Table E-1 Alarms, Alarm Relays and LEDs Assignments – Pulsar Display Severity - Relay and Display Description CRIT PMJ Controller Ambient Temperature High x Converter Distribution Fuse R2 R3 R4 R5 R6 R7 AC DC x DC R5 MIN CRIT CDFA1 CFA1 R5 CFJ1 R5 CFN1 R2 CVLA1 MAJ Converter High Voltage Minor Object ID AMTL1 x MAJ Converter Fan Minor BD AMTH1 MIN Converter Fan Major MIN R7 CHVA1 R7 CHFV1 MAJ CDID1 Converter Redundancy Loss MIN Defect
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Table E-1 Alarms, Alarm Relays and LEDs Assignments – Pulsar Display Severity - Relay and Display Description CRIT PMJ PMN No Dial-Out Response WRN Additional Relay RO R1 R2 R3 R4 LED R5 R6 R7 AC DC BD WRN Open String Object ID POR1 MAJ DC OSA1 Password At Default RO PFD1 Processor Halt RO PHT1 Program Line Invalid MAJ PGI1 Queue Overflow WRN Real-Time Reserve Time Low COF1 RO Rectifier Current Limit RRTL1 RO CLM1 Rectifier Fail MIN R
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Table E-2 Alarms, Alarm Relays and LEDs Assignments – Phoenix Display Severity - Relay and Display Description CRIT PMJ PMN WRN Additional Relay RO R1 R2 R3 R4 R5 LED R6 Object ID R7 Auxiliary 6 MAJ AUX6 Auxiliary 7 MAJ AUX7 Auxiliary 8 MAJ AUX8 Auxiliary 9 MAJ AUX9 Auxiliary 10 MAJ AUX10 Auxiliary 11 MAJ AUX11 Auxiliary 12 MAJ AUX12 Auxiliary Major Alarm MAJ R3 Battery Test Active RO Battery on Discharge (Float and Boost) MAJ Check Ba
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Table E-2 Alarms, Alarm Relays and LEDs Assignments – Phoenix Display Severity - Relay and Display Description CRIT PMJ PMN Incompatible Converter MIN Incompatible Rectifier MIN WRN Additional Relay RO R1 R2 R3 R4 R5 LED R6 Object ID R7 CFA R5 Low Battery Temperature RFA RO ICC1 ICR1 BTLA1 LV Disconnect Contactor 1 Fail CRIT MAJ LVD CNF1 LV Disconnect Contactor 1 Open CRIT MAJ LVD CNO1 LV Disconnect Contactor 2 Fail CRIT LVD CNF2 LV Disconn
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Table E-2 Alarms, Alarm Relays and LEDs Assignments – Phoenix Display Severity - Relay and Display Description CRIT Voltage ID Not Configured PMJ PMN WRN Additional Relay RO R1 R2 R3 R4 R5 LED R6 Object ID R7 MAJ MZD1 Voltage Imbalance Detect MIN SCD1 Voltage Monitoring Module Failure MIN VMF1 Table E-3 Alarms, Alarm Relays and LEDs Assignments – Phoenix Display – Default UDEs Severity - Relay and Display Description CRIT PMJ PMN WRN Additional Rela
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Appendix F: SNMP SNMP Overview In addition to supporting the basic protocols (Telnet, HTTP, FTP, and SMTP) on TCP/IP, the Pulsar Plus family of controllers support conveying system alarm and control information to a Network Operation Center (NOC) using the Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP). SNMP is the most popular protocol for managing diverse networks.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Get - Allows the SNMP Host to retrieve a value from the SNMP Agent. GetNext - Allows the SNMP Host to retrieve the next value in sequence from a table or list of variables in the SNMP Agent. Set - Allows the SNMP Host to set a value within the SNMP Agent. Trap - Used by the SNMP Agent (the power system controller) to asynchronously inform the SNMP Host of an event such as an alarm notification. Unlike the other operations, the trap does not require a response from the host.
Pulsar Plus Controller Family Community Strings SNMP Community Strings can serve as passwords or user IDs for network elements. The community name assigns an access environment for a set of SNMP Hosts or Agents using that community name. An SNMP Host or Agent within the community can be said to exist within the same administrative domain.
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Pulsar Plus Controller Family Issue History Issue 0.1 Released for review and comment. Issue 1.0 Initial Product Release. Issue 2.
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