User's Manual

IPS GROUP, Inc. – SSPM User Manual (Ver. 3.2)

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Voltages

The IPS SSPM is powered by solar power and battery, which has a chargeable and a

non-rechargeable component. The rechargeable component is constantly fueled by the

solar panel. The non-rechargeable component is used when the primary battery voltage

is too low and there is not sufficient power coming from the solar panel. Once the power

of the backup battery is exhausted, it will no longer be functional. The Voltages menu

displays information for the power sources in millivolts (mV). Solar Panel voltage is the

current voltage level of the solar panel. It may be tested for proper operation by

covering and uncovering the solar panel while ambient light is available. The voltage

levels should change from a high value (uncovered) to a low value (covered). The

battery voltages – Main and Backup - are shown separately. The values for these

voltages are shown in the following table:

Maximum

Minimum

Nominal

Solar Panel

7300 mV

1000 mV*

6300 mV

Main Battery

6800 mV

4750 mV

6000 mV

Backup Battery

7200 mV

6800 mV

7200 mV

* Minimum Solar Panel Voltage under indoor lighting

Sleep

The Sleep function allows the meter to be turned off when it is not in use, thus

conserving battery power. IPS recommends that the meter be turned off when stored or

if the meter is bagged for over 48 hours.

In order to put the meter to sleep, press OK and then press – to confirm. This can also

be accomplished by holding down the diagnostic button until a beep is heard and the

meter shuts off.