PT-100 Manual

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Installation
2.10.2 Connecting the Network Cable
One end of the network cable plugs into the NETWORK (green) port on the PT controller, and the
other end plugs into the NETWORK (green) port on the Magnum inverter/charger (see Figure 2-24).
Note: The network cable can be extended up to a length of 200 feet without data degradation;
however, the PT controller and inverter must be connected to the same battery bank.
Note: If you are installing additional accessories (e.g., ME-AGS-N, ME-BMK) with the PT-100,
refer to Figures 2-25 and 2-26.
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Magnum
Inverter
PT-100
Charge
Controller
ME-ARC
Advanced
Remote
Control
REMOTE
REMOTE
NETWORK
NETWORK
REMOTE
Cable
NETWORK
Cable
Figure 2-24, Connecting the PT-100 to the Magnum Inverter
2.10.3 Remote Compatibility
The PT charge controller, when connected to a Magnum inverter and remote, has many advanced
features. The PT controller, inverter and remote communicate with each other to allow these
advanced features to be set up or enabled. The inverter has no compatibility limitation when
networked with a PT controller. However, the remote is required to have a minimum software
version to monitor and set up the PT controller. Refer to Table 2-10 to determine the minimum
remote version required for viewing and confi guring the PT controller. If a remote is used that does
not include PT menus, the inverter’s charger settings/values (i.e., Battery Type, Absorption Time
and the inverter BTS temperature reading) will be used to control the PT controller.
The PT also has the ability to stack (or coordinate) up to seven PT controllers. To be able to stack,
the PT controller must be networked with a Magnum inverter and advanced remote, and the remote
must have a software version that is equal to or greater than that listed in Table 2-10.
Table 2-10, Remote Compatibility Version
Remote Models Version with PT Menu’s Version required for stacking PT’s
ME-ARC ≥ Version 4.0 ≥ Version 2.0
ME-ARTR ≥ Version 4.0 ≥ Version 4.0
ME-RC
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NA ≥ Version 2.6
ME-RTR NA ≥ Version 2.0
Note 1: The ME-RC can be used and will communicate with the PT-100’s to allow them to be
stacked. However, it does not allow any monitoring or adjustments to the PT controller.
Note: To view the remote’s software version level, push the TECH button on your remote and
access the Revisions/Versions menu.