ME-ARTR Advanced Router Owner’s Manual (Version 4.
Disclaimer of Liability This manual provides detailed installation and operation information for the ME-ARTR router and is intended for the system installer and operator. The use of this manual and the conditions or methods of installation, operation, use and maintenance of the ME-ARTR are beyond the control of Sensata Technologies.
Safety Information Important Product Safety Instructions This manual contains safety instructions that must be followed during the installation and operation of this product. Read all instructions and safety information contained in this manual before installing or using this product. Safety Symbols To reduce the risk of electrical shock, fire, or other safety hazard, the following safety symbols have been placed throughout this manual to indicate dangerous and important safety instructions.
Table of Contents 1.0 2.0 Introduction ........................................................................................... 1 Installation ............................................................................................. 3 2.1 2.1.1 2.1.2 2.1.3 2.1.4 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.4.1 2.5 2.6 2.7 2.7.1 2.7.2 2.8 2.9 3.0 Pre-Installation .............................................................................................. 3 Inverter Requirements ................................................
Table of Contents (Cont.) 6.0 Troubleshooting ................................................................................... 75 6.1 Troubleshooting Tips ......................................................................................76 6.1.1 Inverter Problems .......................................................................................76 6.1.2 Charger Problems........................................................................................76 6.2 Performing an Inverter Reset ...
Table of Contents (Cont.) 12.2 Operating/Monitoring the PT Controller using the ME-ARTR ................................ 130 12.2.1 Operating the PT Charge Controller ............................................................. 130 12.2.2 Monitoring the PT Charge Controller............................................................. 133 12.2.3 PT Charge Controller Menu Maps ................................................................. 137 12.2.4 PT Charge Controller Router Status Messages ............
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Introduction 1.0 Introduction The ME-ARTR (or “advanced router”) has many of the same features as the ME-ARC, with the added functionality required to parallel Magnum MS-PAE or MS-PE inverter/chargers. The advanced router is designed to easily and quickly connect multiple inverter/chargers in parallel without the need to program each inverter. The ME-ARTR can accommodate up to: four MS-PAE or MS-PE inverter/chargers in parallel, two AGS modules, six BMKs, and one remote control.
Introduction • • • Menu Buttons (x5) – Allow the inverter or charger to be configured to your specific system preferences. These buttons also allow simple access to menu items that can help with monitoring and troubleshooting your inverter/charger system. PORT Button – This button accesses the six communication and accessory ports to display information on the connected devices. CTRL Button – This button is used to select inverter, charger, and AGS functions previously set up using the SETUP button.
Installation 2.0 Installation Review this section and the important safety information on page ii before proceeding with the installation of your router. WARNING: Installations should be performed by qualified personnel, such as a licensed or certified electrician. The installer determines which safety codes apply and ensures all applicable installation requirements are followed. Applicable installation codes vary depending on the specific location and application.
Installation 2.2 Installation Overview The simplified system diagram shown in Figure 2-1 should be reviewed to assist you with planning and designing your installation. This drawing is not intended to override or restrict any national or local electrical codes, nor should it be the determining factor as to whether the installation is compliant—that is the responsibility of the electrician and the onsite inspector.
Installation 2.3 Router Dimensions RIGHT SIDE FRONT VIEW 6 5/8" (16.8 cm) 1 9/16" (4 cm) 8 15/16" (22.7 cm) 1 9/16" (4 cm) BOTTOM 5/8" VIEW (1.6 cm) 7 15/16" (2.4 cm) 1/16" (17.9 cm) 15/16" (2.4 cm) Figure 2-2, Router Dimensions (with Front Cover) 3/8" (0.9 cm) 8 3/4" (22.2 cm) 8" (20.3 cm) 1 1/16" (2.7 cm) 2 11/16" (6.8 cm) 1/2" (1.3 cm) A 6 7/16" (16.4 cm) 5 1/2" (14 cm) 1 3/16" (3 cm) 2 3/4" (7 cm) 3/8" (0.9 cm) 1"(2.5 cm) D C B 1 3/4” (4.5 cm) 2 1/4” (5.
Installation 2.4 Communications Cables – Provided The ME-ARTR router comes with four six-foot, yellow communication cables. These cables— shown below—are provided to make connections between the router and your inverter easier and code compliant. Two of the communications cables are remote (RJ14) cables, and the other two are parallel stack (RJ45) cables. Most systems that use the router will also use an enclosure that includes the components required in a parallel inverter system (i.e.
Installation 2.5 Communications Cable Routing Before mounting the router on a wall, determine whether to surface mount or to conceal the cable connections to the router. The cables can be flush-mounted (concealed) through an opening in a wall (Figure 2-6); or, if there is insufficient room behind the wall or no desire to cut into the wall, the cables can be surface-mounted (Figure 2-7).
Installation 2.6 Mounting the Router on a Wall CAUTION: The router must be located close to the inverter/chargers (within six feet). The router is designed to exchange data from the master inverter with one or multiple slave inverters. The high speed communication data between the stack ports on the router and the inverter ensure the slave inverters are synchronized to the master inverter.
Installation Once the stack cables are connected, coordinate the remote cables to the communications ports so that the Master inverter is connected to Port 1 and the Slave 1 inverter is connected to Port 2 (the remote and stack cables are connected to the inverters in order from left to right—MA (Master), SL1, SL2, and SL3).
Installation 2.7.2 Connecting the Parallel Stack Cables To connect the parallel stack cables: 1. Connect a stack cable to the Stack/Accessories port on every inverter installed in parallel (see Figures 2-1 & 2-10). 2. Route the inverter-connected stack cables from each inverter/charger to your router. Depending on your particular setup, the cables may need to be routed through walls or the MP panel enclosure system. 3.
Installation 2.9 Wiring the Auxiliary (Aux) Relay The router’s Aux Relay provides a 2-wire dry contact relay (i.e., no voltage provided) that is either open or closed, and can be wired to any device requiring a contact closure to operate. For example, it can be used as a signal relay to power a higher current relay. Relay Information • A single-pole, single-throw relay provided with the NO (Normally Open) and COM contacts. • Contact rating: up to 30 VDC @ 1 amp, and from 31 VDC up to 60 VDC @ .25 amp.
Setup 3.0 Setup When a router is connected to a Magnum inverter/charger, the settings in the router determine the inverter/charger’s operating parameters. This section shows you how to navigate the router, and gives you an understanding of the function of each adjustable setting. See Figures 4-1 through 4-7 for complete maps of the router’s menu items and adjustable settings. *** IMPORTANT *** All settings/setup menus in the router are compatible with MS-PAE/MS-PE Series inverter/ chargers.
Setup 3.3 Router Buttons and Menu Items The five menu buttons (PORT, CTRL, METER, SETUP, and TECH) allow the inverter/charger system to be configured to your specific preferences. These buttons also allow you to access menu items that can help with monitoring and troubleshooting your system. 3.3.1 PORT Button and Menus The PORT button allows you to access each active communication port.
Setup 3.3.2 CTRL (Control) Button and Menus The CTRL button accesses the 01 AC In Control, 02 Charger Control, 03 Gen Control, and 04 ARTR Aux Relay menus. Info: An AGS must be connected in order for the Gen Control menu to display unless the TECH: 08 Show all Menus menu has been set to “YES”. Refer to page 47 for more info on the TECH 08 menu. Otherwise, “No AGS Present” appears on the 03 Gen Control screen.
Setup CTRL: 01 AC In Control The 01 AC In Control menu has four different conditions in which the inverter/charger connects to an incoming AC power source. Only one may be selected—multiple conditions can be set up and enabled, but only one can be active at a time. Info: The top status line of the alternates the inverter/charger status with a secondary AC IN status when AC is present, but is not connecting as a result of a setting made in the SETUP menu.
Setup CTRL: 02 Charger Control The 02 Charger Control menu enables you to set the charge mode to Multi-Stage, Start Float, or to Start Bulk. Most of the time the charger should be left in the Multi-Stage setting, but to override this setting use the CTRL button and the 02 Charger Control menu. The charger can be forced to start the Float or Bulk charge mode using the Start Float or Start Bulk settings.
Setup • • Force Open – Manually forces the router’s Aux Relay contacts to stay open. This setting manually controls the device connected to the relay, or can be used to test relay operation. Force Closed – Manually forces the router’s Aux Relay contacts to stay closed. This setting manually controls the device connected to the relay, or can be used to test relay operation.
Setup 3.3.3 METER Button and Menus The METER button gives you access to the various meters which help determine the status of the inverter/charger and battery system. Info: Depending on the inverter, some meter functions may not be accessible. Refer to Appendix B for more information. Info: The displays automatically return to the System Home screen five minutes after the last button push, except when using the METER button.
Setup MS-PAE (menus 02C-02G) or MSH models only (menus 02C-02I): • 02C System AC Amps: AC Load: This meter is the sum of the values from the 02E AC Load Amps menu for each inverter connected in parallel (i.e., MS-PAE or PE Series). See the 02E AC Load Amps section for more information on how the AC load amps value is determined. AC Input: This meter is the sum of the values from the 02F AC Input Amps menu for each inverter connected in parallel (i.e., MS-PAE or PE Series).
Setup MSH models only: • 02H Input Volts AC1: This menu displays the RMS value of the AC voltage at the inverter’s AC1 and NEUTRAL input terminals. MSH-RE models only: • 02I Input Volts AC2: This menu displays the RMS value of the AC voltage at the inverter’s AC2 and NEUTRAL input terminals. Info: The 02I Input Volts AC2 menu only displays if the router is connected to a dual source inverter/charger that has an AC1 and AC2 input, such as the MSH4024RE.
Setup INVERT MODE AC Input = 0 Amps AC Current from the battery is used by the inverter to power the inverter’s AC loads. Example below: x Current to inverter input (AC Input) = 0 Amps AC x Current from battery (Inv/Chg Amps) = -10 Amps AC x Current to power the AC loads (AC Load) = 10 Amps AC 02B AC Amps: AC Load = 10 AAC AC Input = 0 AAC P1 Read AC METER DC CURRENT (BATTERY) -120ADC .
Setup 3.3.3.1 Additional METER Menus for Port-connected Inverters The METER button also provides meter displays for each active port-connected inverter (or accessory) in your system. These displays are similar to those in Section 3.3.3, but the displayed information is specific to the particular inverter and/or model (Figures 3-9 & 3-10 below).
Setup 3.3.4 SETUP Button and Menus Pressing the SETUP button provides access to the menu items and settings that enable you to configure the router display, the inverter/charger, a ME-AGS-N, and a ME-BMK. Review each menu item to determine if you need to adjust any settings to meet your system requirements. Info: The first screen that may appear when the SETUP button is pushed is a password screen.
Setup Info: If DC power is lost to the router, the 01B Screen Setup setting defaults back to the default settings (Contrast = 50%, Brightness = 50%). • 01C Power Save: This setting turns off the Power Save™ feature, or you can select a duration of time (from 1 to 60 minutes) that determines when the display goes into Power Save mode. This setting also allows the Port LEDs to be turned “OFF,” or set to “Auto” mode. If you want the Port LEDs to always be off, you need to set the Port LEDs to OFF.
Setup Example – Active Low: Set Close Volts below Open Volts voltage. If the Close Volts voltage is set at 24.0 VDC and the Open Volts voltage is set at 29.0 VDC, the relay closes when the battery voltage drops to 24.0 VDC and opens when the battery voltage rises to 29.0 VDC. Use this configuration to control a battery exhaust fan, or as a simple PV charge controller. Example – Active High: Set Close Volts above the Open Volts voltage. If the Open Volts voltage is set at 24.
Setup • 01I Days to remind when to EQ: This menu sets the number of days that must pass before the router will remind you to equalize your batteries. Note: Depending on type of battery selected, EQing may not be allowed. If this is the case, “EQ not allowed in this battery type” appears on the display. Default setting: OFF Range: OFF, 1-255 Days Info: Once equalizing begins, the METER: 03B Days Since: EQ Chg Started timer resets to zero days.
Setup Where should I set the LBCO setting? If your goal is to not discharge your batteries more than 20%*, then set the LBCO from 11.5 to 12.2 VDC (12-volt models), 23.0 to 24.4 VDC (24volt models), or 46.0 to 48.8 (48-volt models). In some applications, such as those installed in an off-grid home or when doing a lot of RV dry-camping, you may want to cycle down to 50%* by setting the LBCO from 10.0-11.4 VDC (12-volt models), 20.0-22.8 VDC (24-volt models) or 40.0-45.6 VDC (48-volt models).
Setup • 02D AC In – Volts DC: Based on the inverter’s battery voltage, the AC In – Volts DC settings determine when the inverter automatically connects and disconnects the incoming utility power. ◊ Connect – This setting determines at what DC voltage the inverter/charger connects to incoming AC and transfers the loads from the inverter battery power to the utility grid. The transfer occurs only if the battery voltage remains below this setting for 10 seconds. Default settings: 11.0 VDC (12v), 22.
Setup Info: The transfer to/from incoming AC occurs immediately when the Connect SOC or Disconnect SOC setting is reached. Info: A ME-BMK is required in order to use the 2E AC In – SOC setting. If this setting is selected and there is no ME-BMK installed in the system, or if a valid SOC number is not displayed under the METER/05 BMK Meters/05A SOC menu (i.e., Think’n, No Comm, Pwr-up Fault and Factory Fault are not valid SOC numbers), then the inverter will not connect to the incoming AC power.
Setup • 02G Inverter Threshold to Start Parallel (or, the “parallel threshold”): This setting is used for inverters in a parallel-stacked inverter system, and determines when the slave inverters turn on as a result of the percentage of power being provided by the master inverter Default setting: 60% Range: OFF, 30%-90% (10% increments) Info: Ensure the parallel threshold setting is not too high or the master inverter may reach its full output capacity and overload before the slave inverters can turn on and
Setup SETUP: 03 Charger Setup • 03A AC Input Amps: This setting ensures that the combined current draw from the battery charger and the AC loads does not exceed the maximum input current that is available from the incoming AC power. This setting is used to set that maximum input current level. Whenever the incoming AC is connected and passing thru the inverter, the current from the incoming AC used to power the AC loads and charge the batteries is monitored.
Setup Info: If you are supplying two AC sources (utility and generator) to the inverter’s single input through an AC transfer switch, adjust the AC Input Amps setting to the smaller AC circuit breaker side of the two AC sources. Info: The AC Input Amps setting is dependent on the stability of the AC source. If using a generator, factors such as altitude and output voltage regulation may require a lower setting than the generator’s circuit breaker size.
Setup • 03C Battery Type: This setting selects the battery type, which determines the battery charge profile and ensures the batteries are receiving the proper charge voltage. The charge voltage settings are fixed when using the GEL, Flooded, AGM1, or AGM2 selections, but can be adjusted if using the CC/CV or Custom selections.
Setup ◊ Set Battery Type (CC/CV) – The CC/CV selection provides a 2-stage (Constant Current/ Constant Voltage) charging cycle with an adjustable charge voltage and output current. Note: CC/CV settings only display if CC/CV has been selected from the 03 Battery Type menu.
Setup * Set CV Charge Done Amps – This setting determines how long the charger holds the battery voltage at the CV Chg Volts setting—based on a minimum current setting (i.e. done amps). During the Constant Voltage charge mode, as the battery charges, the current from the charger slowly decreases. When this current decreases below the Set CV Charge Done Amps setting, the charger transitions to the Silent charge stage.
Setup □ Hold CV Chg Volts – This setting holds the battery voltage at the CV Chg Volts setting. This is for a system that requires a constant charge voltage to be present at all times.
Setup □ EQ Volts – Sets the level at which the charging voltage is held constant during an Equalization cycle. Note: Cannot be set lower than the Absorb Volts setting, or more than 2 volts (12v systems), 4 volts (24v), or 8 volts (48v) above the Absorb Volts setting. Default: 15.6 Volts (12v), 31.2 Volts (24v), 62.4 Volts (48v) Range: 12.0-16.0 Volts (12v), 24.0-32.0 Volts, 48.0-64.0 Volts (48v) □ EQ Time – Sets the time (duration) the battery charges at the EQ Volts setting. Default: 4.0 Hrs Range: 0.1-25.
Setup ◊ Set Absorb Done Amps – This setting is used when the DC amperage supplied to the batteries determines when the batteries are fully charged. During Absorb Charge mode—as the battery charges—the current required by the battery decreases. “Done amps” refers to when the done amps decreases below the Absorb Done Amps setting continuously for two minutes, the charger transfers from the Absorption charge cycle to the final charge stage (see 03F Final Charge Stage).
Setup • 03E Max Charge: This menu sets the maximum charge rate allowed to charge the batteries during Bulk, Absorption, Float, and Equalize charging, as well as sets a maximum time the charger is allowed to operate in either the Bulk or Absorption Charge mode. Note: If “CC/CV Controlled” displays on this menu’s screen, you will not be able to adjust the settings as “CC/CV” has been selected as the battery type from the 03C Battery Type menu.
Setup Where should I set my Max Charge Time? In order to ensure a complete charge cycle is accomplished, adjust the Max Charge: Time setting to a time period that is normally longer than the settings in the following SETUP menus: 03D Absorb Done Time, Absorb Done Amps, and Absorb Done SOC. The Max Charge: Time setting has priority over these menus and stops the charge cycle once that setting is satisfied. Example: The Max Charge: Time setting is 6 hours, but the Absorb Done Time setting is 8 hours.
Setup Final Charge Stage: Multi-Stage First Stage Second Stage Bulk Charging Absorb Charging CURRENT & VOLTAGE Max Charge Amps Final Stage Full Charge Float Charging Float Volts Absorb Volts Absorb Done (= Time, Amps or SOC) ReFloat Volts (restarts Float Charging for 4 hours, then back to Full Charge) Current Voltage TIME Figure 3-14, Final Charge Stage – Multi-Stage Final Charge Stage: Float First Stage Second Stage Final Stage Bulk Charging Absorb Charging Float Charging CURRENT & VOLT
Setup ◊ Set Final Charge Stage = Silent – If Silent mode is selected as the final charge stage, the charger stops charging once it transitions to ‘Silent’. Normally, the charger enters Silent mode after the absorption charge mode has finished, and after entering the Silent mode, the battery voltage is continuously monitored. If the batteries fall to the Set DC Volts to Rebulk value, the charger restarts the Bulk Charge mode and then transitions to Absorption Charge mode.
Setup SETUP: 05 BMK Setup The ME-BMK/ME-BMK-NS (Battery Monitor Kit) accurately measures the SOC (State Of Charge), battery voltage, and the DC amps of the battery bank. Refer to Section 9.0 “Using a BMK” for detailed information on the available BMK menus using the router. Info: For installation information on the ME-BMK/ME-BMK-NS, refer to your BMK owner’s manual (PN: 64-0013). SETUP: 06 RC Setup A remote control can be connected to the router and used to monitor your system. Refer to Section 10.
Setup • • • To 1. 2. 3. 01D AGS Sensor Temp – Displays the temperature of the AGS’s Battery Temp Sensor (BTS) that is connected to the battery bank. 01E ACLD Temperature – Displays the internal temperature of the ACLD. 01F PT Temps – Displays the temperature of each PT Controller’s Battery Temp Sensor (BTS), main power transformer, and Field Effect Transistors.
Setup Fault History Number Fault Mode Status DC Battery Voltage Fault History Number Fault Mode H1A Low Battery H1B Low Battery Off BTS 77F Tfmr 114F DC 21.0VDC 12.
Setup TECH: 06 SETUP PIN This menu sets the password (PIN - Personal Identification Number) that locks/unlocks the SETUP button menus. Why should I use the PIN feature? This feature is useful when the operation of the inverter has been set up by an experienced user or installer. Restricting access to the SETUP menus with a password can avoid any unauthorized changes to your settings by inexperienced users.
Setup TECH: 07 Ext Control The External Control menu is read only. Sensata has an open protocol policy which allows third party firmware companies to control certain functions of the inverter/charger. This menu displays if any external device/software is controlling the router. It is designed to help support staff determine if the inverter/charger is operating normally, or is being controlled by a third party. • NO – Indicates no third party network device is controlling the router.
Page 48 R R R R P3 RC Home Battery Monitor Auto Gen Start FacFault -103AHrs R Gen Off 0.0Hrs 27.22VDC -101.4ADC 14.4VDC TS Open P4 BMK Home P6 AGS Home Options available only if an AGS is connected. Note¹ - If a BMK is not installed, “No BMK Present” displays. Note² - If in Bulk or Absorption charge mode and Start Bulk selected, “Already in Bulk/Abs” displays. Refer to Figure 11-1 for available PT CTRL displays.
© 2017 Sensata Technologies R R R R 02C System AC Amps: 02A AC Output Volts 02B AC Output Hz 02D Inv/Chg Sys Amps = 20 AAC (In/Out of Battery) P 1 115V 2 ---- 3 ---- R 1 60.0 2 ---- 3 ---- R AC Load R AC Input = 30 AAC 4 ---- 5 ---- 6 ---4 ---- 5 ---- 6 ---10 Amps AC METER ALL Read AC METER ALL Read AC METER ALL Read AC METER ALL Read AC METER Note: Shaded displays below apply to MS-PAE, MS-PE or MSH model inverters only (Exceptions: The 02H display only appears if a MSH model inverter is connected.
Page 50 R Port LEDs = Auto, OFF PowerSave [Min] = OFF, 1-60 Celsius Fahrenheit Open & Close Delay= 0-127secs, 1-127mins Open & Close Volts = 16.0-34.0 (24v) OFF, 1-255 Days YES, NO 01J Link PT Charge 01I Days to remind Settings When to EQ = R R YES OFF View SYS SETUP ALL View SYS SETUP ALL View SYS SETUP 01H Max Charge Amps CC/CV Controlled ALL Open = 20-100% Close = 20-100% Note: SETUP: 01G “No BMK Present” displays if BMK not installed.
R Note: Gray shaded fields only appear if a MSH-RE model inverter is connected. © 2017 Sensata Technologies P Note: “Custom” must be selected from the 03B Battery Type menu in order to access the two displays below. Custom Chg Settings Custom Chg Settings Absorb Volts 28.8V EQ Volts 31.2V P Float Volts 26.4V EQ Time 4.0Hrs ALL edit CHG SETUP x2 ALL edit CHG SETUP GEL, Flooded, AGM1, AGM2 CC/CV,Custom R 24.0V-32.0V (24v) edit CHG SETUP Set DC Volts to Rebulk= 24.
Page 52 R R R R R R View View View TECH ALL Read 07 Ext Control NO TECH EDIT TECH P NO YES ## ## ## R Unlock SETUP Lock SETUP Change PIN EDIT Set SETUP PIN 0000 P Unlock SETUP P TECH secs TECH ALL EDIT 0000 Set SETUP PIN Change PIN To clear, press and All Fault History hold SELECT knob. cleared. P Clearing in 5.0 ALL edit TECH X5 ALL edit TECH P Note: Display returns to 05 Fault History screen once all fault history clears and the SELECT button is released.
Menu Maps TECH 08 ALL Ports TECH displays (Cont.): Show all Menus NO ALL View TECH P NO YES Note: If “SETUP Locked” has been selected from 06 SETUP PIN menu, you must enter the current PIN first. R 09 Load New Firmware Insert SD Card ALL Read Note: Refer to Section 7.0 for information on updating the ME-RTR router’s firmware using an SD card. TECH OR R All Factory Default 10 Load All Defaults settings in all Press & hold SELECT knob to Load in 5.0 P devices are loaded.
Operation 5.0 Operation This section explains how to operate the inverter/charger using the ME-ARTR router. It also provides information on the LED indicators and the LCD display that are used to show the operational status of the inverter/charger. 5.1 Front Panel The router’s front panel contains LED indicators and a LCD display for viewing system status, buttons to control system operation, and a rotary knob that enables you to locate and select system information and settings.
Operation 5.1.3 • • ON/OFF Buttons ON/OFF INVERTER: This button toggles the inverter function on and off. The green INV LED turns on and off with the button. ON/OFF CHARGER: This button toggles the charger function on and off after it is actively charging. This button is also used to initiate an Equalize charge. See Section 5.2.2 for more info on using the Equalize charge feature (see Equalizing mode info on pages 60-61). 5.1.
Operation 5.2 Operating the Inverter/Charger 5.2.1 Inverter Mode Turning the inverter on: Press the ON/OFF INVERTER button to activate the inverter function. The inverter will either be actively “inverting” by using power from the batteries to power the AC loads; or, the inverter will be “searching” for a load by using very little power from the batteries, if in Search mode. The green INV LED is on when the inverter is actively inverting, and the green INV LED flashes while searching.
Operation System/Inverter Status Accessory Status (first Acc port ) Device Connected PWR PWR Inverting Gen off 29.3VDC 20.
Operation PWR FAULT CHG INV Inverter Standby Inverter Standby appears on the LCD. The INV (green) LED is on solid. All other LEDs are off. Settings/Info... Figure 5-6, Inverter Standby Mode • Inverter Standby (Inv Stby) – The inverter is on, but not actively providing power. However, it is monitoring the power requirement of the parallel system to determine when to activate and provide power to assist the master inverter. PWR FAULT CHG INV Off Off appears on the LCD. All LEDs are off. Settings/Info..
Operation PWR FAULT CHG INV Absorb Charging Settings/Info... Absorb Charging appears on LCD. PWR (green) LED is on solid. CHG (green) LED is typically on solid, but may blink. FAULT (red) LED is off, and INV (green) LED could be on or off. Figure 5-10, Absorb Charging Mode • Absorb Charging (Absorb) – The Absorb Charge state is the constant voltage stage and begins when the absorb voltage is reached (determined by the SETUP button’s 03C Battery Type setting) while Bulk charging.
Operation PWR FAULT CHG INV Constant Current Constant Current appears on LCD. PWR (green) and CHG (green) LEDs are on solid. FAULT (red) LED is off, and INV (green) LED could be on or off. Settings/Info... Figure 5-14, Constant Current Mode • Constant Current (CCurrent) – The battery charger is delivering maximum current to the batteries (determined by the Max Charge Amps setting under the SETUP button’s 03C Battery Type: CC/CV menu).
Operation CAUTION: During Equalizing mode, the batteries begin gassing and bubbling vigorously—which consumes water. Ensure each cell has adequate distilled water levels prior to equalizing, and add water as needed after equalizing. CAUTION: Ensure your batteries can be equalized. Only do so if permitted by your battery manufacturer or dealer. Performing an Equalize charge on batteries other than liquid lead acid or certain AGM types could permanently damage them.
Operation PWR FAULT CHG INV Load Support AAC Load Support AAC appears on LCD. PWR (green) LED is on solid and CHG (green) LED blinks. FAULT (red) LED is off, and INV (green) LED is on solid. Settings/Info... Figure 5-19, Load Support AAC Mode • Load Support AAC (LS-AAC) – This display indicates the Load Support (Amps AC) feature is active because the inverter loads are requiring more power than the incoming AC source can provide on its own.
Operation 5.3.3 Secondary Scrolling Status Messages These displays alternate with the inverter’s primary status to indicate other pertinent messages. Note: Depending on circumstances, the lighting sequence of the LED indicators may vary as there can be several secondary status messages scrolling at any one time. PWR FAULT CHG INV AC In - Disabled AC In – Disabled appears on LCD. PWR (green) LED is on solid and CHG (green) LED is blinking. Settings/Info...
Operation PWR FAULT CHG INV Inv Max Charge Time Inv Max Charge Time appears on LCD. PWR (green) LED is on solid and CHG (green) LED is blinking. Settings/Info... Figure 5-25, Inv Max Charge Time Mode • Inv Max Charge Time – This display indicates the Max Charge Time safety feature was enabled because the Absorption charge was longer than the Max Charge: Time setting.
Operation PWR FAULT CHG INV Reminder to EQ Reminder to EQ appears on LCD. PWR (green) LED is on solid and CHG (green) LED blinks. Settings/Info... Figure 5-27, Reminder to EQ Mode • Reminder to EQ – This display indicates it is time to EQ the batteries. This occurs when the enabled SETUP: 01I Days to remind when to EQ setting has exceeded the # of days. Info: The Reminder to EQ display is reset by initiating an EQ charge cycle, or by turning the SETUP: 01I Days to remind when to EQ setting to OFF.
Operation 5.3.4 Fault Mode Messages The FAULT LED flashes and a fault status is displayed when an abnormal condition is detected. To determine which port has the fault, press the PORT button or rotate the SELECT knob until the FAULT LED turns solid. Info: Many of the faults automatically clear once the fault is resolved. Some require a manual restart. This requires the ON/OFF INVERTER button on the router to be pressed and released. Finally, if the fault does not clear, an inverter reset (see Section 6.
Operation PWR FAULT CHG INV Breaker Tripped Breaker Tripped appears on the LCD and the FAULT (red) LED is on. The PWR (green), CHG (green), and INV (green) LEDs are off. Settings/Info... Figure 5-33, Breaker Tripped Fault • Breaker Tripped (Brk Trip) – The AC input breaker on the inverter/charger has opened due to excess current flow through the inverter to the AC loads.
Operation PWR FAULT CHG INV High Battery High Battery appears on the LCD and the FAULT (red) LED is on. The PWR (green), CHG (green), and INV (green) LEDs are off. Settings/Info... Figure 5-36, High Battery Fault • High Battery (HighBatt) – The inverter has turned off because the battery voltage is at a very high level. This fault message displays and the FAULT (red) LED turns on when the battery voltage is above the High Battery Cut-Out (HBCO) value.
Operation PWR FAULT CHG INV High Volts AC High Volts AC appears on the LCD and the FAULT (red) LED is on. The PWR (green), CHG (green), and INV (green) LEDs are off. Settings/Info... Figure 5-39, High Volts AC Fault • High Volts AC (High VAC) – This fault causes the AC input to be disabled due to a very high AC voltage (>145 VAC; or >290 volts for export inverters) has been detected on the AC input. Remedy: Remove all AC power from the inverter’s AC input for 15 minutes to reset this fault.
Operation PWR FAULT CHG INV Overcurrent Overcurrent appears on the LCD and the FAULT (red) LED is on. The PWR (green), CHG (green), and INV (green) LEDs are off. Settings/Info... Figure 5-42, Overcurrent Fault • Overcurrent (Overcrnt) – This fault may be due to an excessive AC load, and causes the inverter to shut down to protect internal power components. If the overload condition lasts for <10 seconds, the unit automatically restarts and resumes operation.
Operation PWR FAULT CHG INV Tfmr Overtemp Tfmr Overtemp appears on the LCD and the FAULT (red) LED is on. The PWR (green), CHG (green), and INV (green) LEDs are off. Settings/Info... Figure 5-45, Tfmr Overtemp Fault • Tfmr Overtemp (Tfmr OT) – This fault message displays when the transformer temperature is >266°F/130°C, causing the Thermal Cut-Out (TCO) sensor on the transformer to open. If the TCO sensor stays open after 10 seconds, the inverter auto-resets.
Operation 5.3.4.2 Stacking Fault Messages A fault condition may occur when multiple inverters are stacked in parallel—using the router— that is not possible on a single inverter installation. Refer to the following fault messages to help troubleshoot the inverters. PWR FAULT CHG INV StackClock Fault StackClock Fault appears on the LCD and the FAULT (red) LED is on. The PWR (green), CHG (green) and INV (green) LEDs are off. Settings/Info...
Operation 5.3.4.3 Internal Fault Messages The inverter continually monitors several internal components. If a condition inside the inverter occurs that does not allow proper operation, the inverter shuts down to protect itself. To clear these “internal” faults, the inverter requires an inverter reset. Remedy: Perform an inverter reset (see Section 6.2). After resetting the inverter, press the ON/OFF INVERTER button to turn the inverter on and verify the fault has cleared.
Operation 5.3.5 LED Indicator Guide Use the LEDs & LCD display to determining the operating status of your inverter/charger. Table 5-1, LED Indicator Guide LED PWR (green) Status OFF ON OFF FAULT (red) BLINKING ON OFF ON Meaning 1) Inverter disabled; 2) Router’s in Power Save mode – press any button to activate LEDs; 3) No power to router (check router cable or power to inverter); or, 4) No AC power at the inverter’s AC output.
Troubleshooting 6.0 Troubleshooting If the router is not functioning correctly, use the following table to help find solutions. Table 6-1, Router Troubleshooting Guide Symptom Possible Cause Display shows unrecognizable letters or symbols. Static electricity may have been discharged into the LCD display. LCD text display is locked-up, pressing any button has no response. The connections on the ends of the communication cable are not making a good contact. LEDs and backlight are off.
Troubleshooting 6.1 Troubleshooting Tips 6.1.1 Inverter Problems • Inverter turned on, green LED on inverter blinking, no output: Inverter is in Search mode. Either defeat Search mode, if not needed, or turn on loads greater than the 02A Search Watts setting. 6.1.2 Charger Problems • Unit won’t transfer to Charge mode with AC applied: Is CHG (charge) LED on router blinking? If not, then the charger does not recognize the incoming as AC being within acceptable limits.
Troubleshooting 6.2 Performing an Inverter Reset Press and hold the Power ON/OFF button (see Figure 6-1) for approximately fifteen (15) seconds until the Charging/Inverting Status LED comes on and flashes. Once the flashing has begun, release the Power ON/OFF button. The Charging/Inverting Status LED goes off after the button is released. After the inverter reset is completed, press the Power ON/OFF button to turn the inverter ON. Some older inverter models do not allow an inverter reset.
Updating Firmware 7.0 Updating the ME-ARTR Router’s Firmware Using a standard micro SD memory card, you can download and install updated firmware for your ME-ARTR router. Firmware updates are periodically available for download on our website (www.SensataPower.com). The web site also provides the ME-ARTR Firmware Update Instruction Sheet (PN:64-0092)—a detailed step-by-step procedure for successfully downloading and installing an update.
Using an AGS Module 8.0 Using an AGS Module The AGS-N menus in the ME-ARTR router under the CTRL, METER, SETUP, and TECH buttons allow you to customize and monitor operating parameters, and to help troubleshoot your autostart/ autostop generator system. To configure and use the AGS with the ME-ARTR, refer to the mini-index below to direct you to the appropriate section. 8.1 ME-AGS-N Setup (with the ME-ARTR) page 82 8.2 ME-AGS-N Operation/Monitoring (with the ME-ARTR) page 94 8.
Using an AGS Module Table 8-1, Software Differences Between AGS Versions AGS Menu (Button: Menu) CTRL: 03 Gen Control AGS Menu Selections/Settings OFF, ON, AUTO ME-AGS-N Required ≥Vers 5.0 METER: 04 AGS Meters 04A AGS Status (Read Only) ≥Vers 5.0 04B DC Volts to AGS (Read Only) ≥Vers 5.0 04C Gen Run Time (Read Only) ≥Vers 5.2 04D AGS Sensor Temp (Read Only) ≥Vers 5.0 04E Since Run Days (Read Only) ≥Vers 5.0 04F Since 100% Days (Read Only) ≥Vers 5.3 04G Gen Hour Meter (Read Only) ≥Vers 5.
Using an AGS Module: Setup 8.1 ME-AGS-N Setup (with the ME-ARTR) To access the AGS SETUP menus, press and hold the METER button (~3 seconds) to display the System Home screen. From the System Home screen, press the PORT button, or rotate the SELECT knob to the port# where the AGS is connected (AGS Home screen), and then press the SETUP button. The menus available from this screen allow the generator to be automatically started and stopped based on many different conditions.
Using an AGS Module: Setup SETUP: 04A Gen Run DC Volts Menu This menu provides the option to start the generator when the battery voltage gets low, and to stop the generator either when the battery reaches a higher voltage level, or when the battery has been fully charged and goes into the Float Charge stage. Using voltage is the most common method of automatically starting and stopping the generator because it is considered the simplest and easiest to understand.
Using an AGS Module: Setup • Set Gen Run DC Volts (Stop Volts) – This setting will stop the generator when the battery voltage (on Terminals #3 & #4 of the AGS) increases to or above this setting continuously for the duration of the Set VDC Delay Times (Stop Delay) setting. To allow the battery bank to go through a full Bulk and Absorption charge, this setting should be set to Float (Silent). Default settings: Stop Volts = 14.4 VDC (12v), 28.8 VDC (24v), 57.6 VDC (48v) Ranges: OFF, 9.1-16.0 VDC (12v), 18.
Using an AGS Module: Setup SETUP: 04B Gen Run Time Menu This menu starts and stops the generator based on a specific time of day. This feature uses the ME-ARTR’s internal clock to start and stop the generator at the selected times. Info: Ensure the router’s clock is correct. Refer to Section 3.3.4 for guidance on setting the time on the router clock. The ME-ARTR’s clock is powered from the inverter through the remote cable.
Using an AGS Module: Setup Why would I use Gen Run AC Amps? This feature is designed to prevent the battery from being heavily discharged by monitoring the battery current used to power the inverter loads (shown in AC amps). When the AC current exceeds the Start AC Amps setting, a generator autostart is initiated. After the generator connects to the inverter, the current from the generator is now used to run the loads instead of the battery current.
Using an AGS Module: Setup Info: The METER: 05 BMK Meters/05A BMK SOC meter must have a valid SOC number for the 04D Gen to determine when to start and stop based on the battery SOC. Under the METER/05 BMK Meters/05A BMK SOC menu, Think’n, No Comm, or any BMK fault (i.e., Factory Fault, Power-up Fault, or Unknown Fault ##) are not valid SOC numbers.
Using an AGS Module: Setup How does the Gen Run Temp feature work? When the temperature around the remote temperature sensor (based on the METER: 04D AGS Temp display) increases to the Gen Run Start Temp setting, the generator immediately starts and runs based on the Gen Temp Run Time setting. When this run time period is finished, the temperature sensor reading is checked.
Using an AGS Module: Setup SETUP: 04F Max Gen Run Time when Autostarted Menu This menu is used to set the maximum time the generator runs if autostarted. • Max Gen Run Time when Autostarted – Sets the maximum amount of time you want the generator to run once it has been autostarted. Default setting: Max Gen Run Time when Autostarted = 12.0 Hrs Range: OFF, 0.1-25.5 Hrs (0.1 hr increments) Why use Max Gen Run Time? This setting ensures the generator does not run longer than desired after an autostart.
Using an AGS Module: Setup Why would I use Quiet Time? Quiet Time is used when there are park rules or local regulations that prevent generators from running (e.g., noise requirements during sleep hours). If there are no local rules or regulations, you may not want to use Quiet Time—which would allow the generator to run at any time in a 24-hour period.
Using an AGS Module: Setup SETUP: 04H Gen Exercise Menu This menu allows the generator to run (or “exercise”) after it has not been operated for a period of time. The generator is automatically started at a pre-selected time whenever it exceeds a set number of days without running. Once the start command is initiated, the generator starts and runs to help it remain operational and to allow the generator’s starting battery to be charged.
Using an AGS Module: Setup Example of a Gen Exercise Scenario: Under SETUP: 04H Gen Exercise menu, set to: Start Gen Days = 3, then set Start Time = 8:30AM, and then set Run Time = 1.0 Hours. Under CTRL: 03 Gen Control, set to AUTO. First required condition: The Days Since Run timer must have accumulated to at least 3 days (Start Gen Days = 3). On Day 1, the generator was manually started and stopped at 2:00PM.
Using an AGS Module: Setup SETUP: 04J Gen 100% SOC Menu This setting allows the AGS to autostart the generator at a pre-selected time of day—whenever a set number of days have passed since the battery bank has been charged to 100% SOC. Info: The optional Battery Monitor Kit (ME-BMK or ME-BMK-NS) must be installed and enabled to use the Gen 100% SOC Start feature.
Using an AGS Module: Setup Info: When the SETUP button’s 04J Gen 100% SOC Start feature is enabled and a generator SOC start is triggered, the router issues a one-time “Start Bulk” command to the inverter/charger. This ensures—after the generator connects—that regardless of battery voltage, a Bulk/Absorb charge cycle is started. Info: When using the SETUP button’s 04J Gen 100% SOC Start feature, set the CTRL: 01 AC In Control menu to Auto Connect.
Using an AGS Module: Operation 8.2 ME-AGS-N Operation/Monitoring (with the ME-ARTR) This section covers the AGS menus under the router’s CTRL and METER buttons that determine how to control and operate the generator. The section also includes menus that are used to help monitor the AGS and the generator’s starting/running conditions. 8.2.
Using an AGS Module: Operation 8.2.2 Enabling the ME-AGS-N Before the AGS can begin operating/monitoring for an autostart condition (using active AGS autostart/autostop settings in your ME-ARTR), it must be enabled. To enable the AGS: 1. Press the router’s CTRL button, and then rotate the SELECT knob to the 03 Gen Control menu. 2. Press the SELECT knob. The Set Gen Control screen displays with the current gen control setting and an arrow to the right. 3.
Using an AGS Module: Operation METER: 04B DC Volts to AGS This read-only menu displays the DC voltage measured at Terminal #3 and Terminal #4 of the AGS module. This menu is useful in setting up the voltage start for the AGS, and for troubleshooting its operation. Info: The DC voltage reading in the 04B DC Volts to AGS (DC voltage to AGS) menu may vary from the DC voltage readings in the METER button’s 01A DC Volts to Inv (DC voltage to inverter) and 05B DC Volts – BMK (DC voltage to BMK) menus.
Using an AGS Module: Operation METER: 04E Since Run Days Menu This read-only menu displays the number of days since the generator has last run. The Since Run Days timer begins once the CTRL: 03 Gen Control menu is set to AUTO, and then counts by one day for every 24-hour period that the generator does not start.
Using an AGS Module: Operation 8.2.4 Starting and Stopping the Generator The generator can be manually started/stopped, as well as autostarted/autostopped using the available settings from your ME-ARTR. To autostart/autostop the generator: In order for the generator to autostart/autostop, one or more of the following autostart/autostop conditions must be pre-set (see Section 8.1): • • • • • • • Autostart Conditions 04A Gen Run DC Volts (pp. 82-83) 04B Gen Run Time (p. 84) 04C Gen Run AC Amps (pp.
Using an AGS Module: Operation 8.2.5 ME-ARTR Router’s AGS Menu Maps This section provides the AGS menu maps available from your router. Refer to Appendix A in the back of this manual for a glossary of abbreviations that may appear on the router’s LCD display.
Using an AGS Module: Operation Note: The AGS-N SETUP menus are accessed via the System Home screen and PORT button; or, by pressing the SETUP button and rotating to the 04 AGS Setup menu, and then pressing the SELECT knob. Refer to the procedures below to access these menu items via the AGS Home screen. Inverting Gen Ready 24.0VDC 12.0ADC ALL System Home System Home Screen – to access, press and hold METER button for 3 sec Auto Gen Start Gen Ready 0.0Hrs 28.
Using an AGS Module: Operation R AGS SETUP menu continued from previous page 04G Gen Quiet Time Begin Quiet= 7:00PM End Quiet =10:00AM P6 View AGS SETUP R Set Time to Topoff Set Gen Quiet Time Battery before Quiet Begin Quiet= 7:00PM P End Quiet =10:00AM P Time= 30 Minutes edit AGS SETUP P6 edit AGS SETUP x2 P6 OFF, 12:00AM-11:45PM OFF, 30, 60, 90,120 Mins Set Gen Exercise Set Gen Exercise 04H Gen Exercise Run Time= 1.0 Hours Start Gen Days =100 Every 100 days at P Start Time =08:00AM P 08:00AM for 10.
Using an AGS Module: Operation 8.2.6 ME-AGS-N Router Status Messages A status message may be an operational or fault message. Access the AGS status menu (METER: 04A AGS Status menu) to view the AGS’s current operating status. This menu is important when determining if the AGS is working correctly, or for troubleshooting an AGS installation. 8.2.6.1 AGS Router Operational Statuses See Table 8-3 for AGS operational statuses that may display (depending on your router’s version).
Using an AGS Module: Operation 8.2.6.2 AGS Router Start Statuses The following “Start” statuses identify the condition that autostarted the generator. If you determine the autostart condition occurred sooner than expected (or didn’t want this autostart condition), refer to Section 8.1 to change (or defeat) the autostart setting. Table 8-4, AGS Router Start Statuses Status Description Start Amp (StrtAmp or SAmp) The generator has started based on the SETUP: 04C Gen Run AC Amps settings.
Using an AGS Module: Operation Table 8-5, AGS Router Fault Statuses (Cont.) Status Description Fault Temp (FaltTemp or FTmp) The generator failed to start in Start Temp mode. Fault Test (FaltTest or FTst) The generator failed to start in Test mode. Fault Time Daily (Falt TOD or FTOD) The generator failed to start in Start Time mode. Fault Topoff (Falt Top or FTop) The generator failed to start in Start Topoff mode. Fault VDC (Falt VDC or FVDC) The generator failed to start in Start Volts DC mode.
Using an AGS Module: Troubleshooting • • • • • blinking FAULT indication on the remote and a solid red STATUS indicator on the AGS controller). If using the temperature autostart feature in an RV coach, set the air conditioner thermostat slightly less than the setting (04E Gen Run Temp menu). If using two A/C’s, it is suggested that the second air conditioner thermostat be set 2° to 5° higher than the first air conditioner.
Using an AGS Module: Troubleshooting 8.3.2 Resolving AGS Faults using your Router For the nine faults that follow, refer to the Remedy immediately following the list. • Fault Amp – The generator failed to autostart and run per the 04C Gen Run AC Amps menu’s start parameters. • Fault Exercise – The generator failed to autostart and run per the 04H Gen Exercise menu’s start parameters.
Using an AGS Module: Troubleshooting • • • • • • • Info: Beginning with Version 5.2 of the ME-AGS-N, the Max Gen Run Time setting can be defeated. In some cases, it may be appropriate to set the Max Gen Run Time setting to OFF.
Using a BMK: Setup 9.0 Using a BMK This section discusses how to set up, operate and troubleshoot the BMK using the ME-ARTR router. Refer to the mini-index below to direct you to the appropriate section. 9.1 ME-BMK Setup (with the ME-ARTR) page 108 9.2 ME-BMK Operation/Monitoring (with the ME-ARTR) page 109 9.3 ME-BMK Troubleshooting (with the ME-ARTR) page 115 9.1 ME-BMK Setup (with the ME-ARTR) The BMK SETUP menus can be accessed from the BMK or System Home screens (see Figure 9-2).
Using a BMK: Setup To view the SOC display: From the BMK Home screen, press the METER button. The 05A BMK SOC menu appears. If the AH I/O reading is below 000 (negative number) when the SOC display reads 99%, then increase the charge efficiency setting. If the AH I/O reading is substantially above zero when the SOC display reads 99%, then decrease the charge efficiency setting.
Using a BMK: Operation/Monitoring The battery’s state of charge—which is the best indicator of the condition of the batteries—is indicated on the METER: 05A BMK SOC display. This display shows that the batteries are fully charged (i.e., SOC = 100%) once the following three conditions have been met: 1. The charging voltage has stabilized over a period of time (see Figure 9-1). 2. The charging current has decreased to a low % of the AHr capacity—normally less than 2%. 3.
Using a BMK: Operation/Monitoring The range is 0% to 100%, where 100% is a fully charged battery and at 0% the battery is completely discharged. When the BMK sense module is first connected, the display will show “Think’n”, to indicate that the SOC reference point is being calculated. After the batteries are fully charged, the display will change from “Think’n” to “100%” and begin to provide accurate SOC percentage values.
Using a BMK: Operation/Monitoring METER: 05H Maximum VDC This menu displays the highest battery voltage since the last reset. The voltage shown is averaged each second, and this allows you to check your charging system (e.g., battery charger, charge controller, etc.,) to ensure the charging voltage has been attained. This is also helpful when troubleshooting or detecting if an overcharge condition has occurred.
Using a BMK: Operation/Monitoring METER R ALL Ports METER Displays: 05A BMK SOC 05B DC Volts-BMK 1 ---- 2 ---- 3 ---1 ---- 2 ---- 3 ---P 4 Thnk 5 ---- 6 ---- R 4 27.
Using a BMK: Operation/Monitoring 9.2.4 BMK Status Messages (with the ME-ARTR) A status message may be an operational or fault message. Access the BMK Home screen (see INFO Section 9.1 to access) to view the BMK’s current operating status. The status is important when determining if the BMK is working correctly, or for troubleshooting a BMK installation. 9.2.4.
Using a BMK: Troubleshooting 9.3 ME-BMK Troubleshooting (with the ME-ARTR) This section assists you in using the router to identify and resolve any faults or abnormal operational conditions within your BMK system. 9.3.1 BMK Fault Message Screens for a Magnum Router When a BMK fault is detected, the ARTR’s FAULT LED (red) comes on and the fault status is shown on the LCD display. Figure 9-5 is an example of how fault messages appear on the ME-ARTR.
Attaching a Remote Control 10.0 Attaching a Remote Control A remote control (ME-ARC or ME-RC) can be connected to the router and used in a different location to assist with monitoring your system. Only one remote control can be used, and it must be connected directly to one of the router ports and programmed (per SETUP: 06 RC Setup menu) to indicate which port it is monitoring.
Using an ACLD: Setup/Monitoring 11.0 Using an ACLD This section discusses how to configure and monitor the Magnum Energy AC Load Diversion controller (ACLD) using the ME-ARTR router. Refer to your ACLD owner’s manual (PN: 64-0062) for additional information on setup and operation procedures. IMPORTANT: An ACLD must be connected and communicating with the ME-ARTR in order to monitor its operation.
Using an ACLD: Monitoring 11.2.2 ME-ARTR Router’s ACLD-specific TECH Menus Press the ME-ARTR’s TECH button, and rotate the SELECT knob to access: TECH: 01 Temperature (rotate SELECT knob until ACLD Temperature displays) • 01E ACLD Temperature – Displays temperature of the ACLD load diversion controller plugged into the NETWORK port on the inverter (per METER: 06C ACLD Temperature display). TECH: 02 Versions/TECH: 03 AccPort Versions – rotate the SELECT knob to the port to which the AGS is connected. • #.
Using an ACLD: Monitoring 11.2.4 ACLD Router Status Messages A status message may be an operational or fault message. View the ACLD’s current operating status using the router’s METER: 06A ACLD Status menu. This menu is useful in determining if the ACLD is working correctly, or for troubleshooting an ACLD installation. Note: “Fault statuses” indicate that the ACLD is not operating as intended. Refer to Section 11.3.2 “Resolving ACLD Faults using the ME-ARTR” to identify and diagnose the problem. 11.2.4.
Using an ACLD: Troubleshooting 11.3 ACLD Troubleshooting using the ME-ARTR This section assists you in using your router to identify a fault and to resolve an abnormal operational condition detected within your ACLD system. 11.3.1 ACLD Fault Message Screens When an ACLD fault is detected (i.e., ACLD’s LED blinks), navigate to the METER: 06 ACLD Meters/06A ACLD Status menu to view the fault status. Figure 11-2 is an example of how ACLD fault messages appear on the ME-ARTR router.
Using a PT Controller: Setup 12.0 Using a PT Charge Controller Pressing the SETUP button provides access to the menu items and settings that enable you to configure your PT charge controller. This section discusses how to set up and monitor the PT charge controller using the ME-ARTR router. It also covers other PT controller menu options that are available using this router. Refer to your PT controllers owner’s manual for more information on setup and operation procedures (PN: 64-0067).
Using a PT Controller: Setup Max Chg Rate – Sets the maximum charge amperage allowed to charge the batteries during the CC/CV charge stage. The range of settings (20-990 ADC) are provided to limit the charge current to the battery bank, which helps prevent battery overheating caused by charging at too high a charge rate.
Using a PT Controller: Setup Info: The ME-BMK battery monitor is required if the CV Chg Done Amps setting is used. The CV Chg Done Amps setting relies on the METER: 05C DC Amps-BMK value to determine when to transfer out of the Constant Voltage charge mode. Info: Setting the CV Chg Done Amps value to zero keeps the charger in the Constant Voltage charge mode until the Max CC/CV Time setting (under SETUP: 07A Battery Type: CC/CV) is reached.
Using a PT Controller: Setup * Hold CV Chg Volts – This setting holds the battery voltage at the CV Charge Volts setting. This is for a system that requires a constant charge voltage to be present at all times (see Figure 12-2).
Using a PT Controller: Setup First Stage Second Stage Third Stage Bulk Charging Absorb Charging Float Charging CURRENT & VOLTAGE Max Charge Amps Absorb Volts Charge Stage PT Status Float Volts Absorb Done (Time, Amps or SOC) Current Voltage TIME Figure 12-3, Multi-Stage Charging (PT Controller) • 07B Absorb Done (Time, Amps, SOC) – This setting identifies whether time, amps, or SOC are used to determine when the second stage of battery charging (Absorption) is finished.
Using a PT Controller: Setup Info: The ME-BMK battery monitor is required if the Absorb Done Amps setting is used. The Absorb Done Amps setting relies on the METER: 05C DC Amps-BMK value to determine when to transfer out of the Absorption charge stage. ◊ Set Absorb Done SOC – This setting can be used if a battery monitor kit is installed and you want to use the SOC (State of Charge) of the battery bank to determine when the batteries are fully charged.
Using a PT Controller: Setup CAUTION: If using “OFF”, the batteries can be held at a high voltage for an extended time. Monitor the batteries to ensure they are not overcharged. Info: If the time the charger has been in Bulk, Absorption, or EQ charge modes exceeds the Max Charge Time setting, the “PT Max Charge Time” scrolls across the LCD display.
Using a PT Controller: Setup Note: If “CC/CV Controlled” displays on this menu’s screen, you will not be able to adjust the settings as “CC/CV” has been selected as the battery type from the 07A Battery Type menu. Info: The METER: 05A BMK SOC menu’s meter must have a valid SOC number for the Bulk Start – SOC feature to determine when to start the Bulk charge cycle based on the battery SOC. Under the METER: 05A BMK SOC menu, Think’n, No Comm, or any BMK fault (i.e.
Using a PT Controller: Setup • 07F PT Relay SOC – When SOC is selected from the CTRL: 05B PT Aux Relay menu, the Aux Relay in the PT controller can be programmed to engage or disengage based on the SOC percentage of your battery bank using the following settings. Note: Requires the optional ME-BMK (Battery Monitor Kit) to be installed. Note: If more than one PT controller is connected in your system, you can view/edit the data for each individual controller.
Using a PT Controller: Operation/Monitoring ◊ Set PT Alarm Delay (OFF Delay) – This setting determines how long the Alarm OFF Volts parameter must be continuously maintained before the alarm turns off. Use this setting to delay the time that the alarm turns off once the battery voltage trip point has been reached— so the alarm does not turn off unnecessarily.
Using a PT Controller: Operation/Monitoring • Start Float – This selection restarts the Float charge cycle from any stage in the charge cycle as long as the controller is actively charging. Info: The Start Float selection automatically returns to the Multi-Stage setting once the PT controller status displays as “Float Charging” on the router.
Using a PT Controller: Operation/Monitoring • • DISENGAGED – Manually forces the PT Aux Relay contacts to stay disengaged. When the PT Aux Relay is disengaged, the COM to N.O. contact is open, and the COM to N.C. contact is closed. This setting can be used to manually control the device connected to the PT Aux Relay, or can be used to test the PT Aux Relay’s operation. ENGAGED – Manually forces the PT Aux Relay contacts to stay engaged. When the PT Aux Relay is engaged, the COM to N.O.
Using a PT Controller: Operation/Monitoring CTRL: 05D PT MPPT Ctrl To maximize energy harvest under partially shaded conditions, the PT controller performs an initial sweep of the entire power-voltage characteristic of the array. It does this to ensure the approximated Maximum Power Point (MPP) is detected under partially shaded conditions.
Using a PT Controller: Operation/Monitoring There are eight different PT Power statuses and two PT Relay statuses that can display (refer also to Figure 12-5, and Tables 12-3 and 12-5). Power Status: • Limit: Above VDC • Limit: Int Hz • Limit: Int Temp • MPPT On • • • • No Power Out Regulating: Amps Regulating: VDC Unknown Power ## PT Relay Status: • Disengaged • Engaged METER: 07B Aux Relay This read-only menu allows you to view your controller system’s aux relay status.
Using a PT Controller: Operation/Monitoring METER: 07F Power to Bat This read-only menu shows two separate fields to display power out of the PT controller system (press and then rotate the SELECT knob to view/reset power out for each individual connected PT controller): • Life: This display shows the total power out of the controller since it was installed (shown in Megawatt-hours or MWh). To reset this display, access the Reset menu, then press and hold the SELECT knob for approximately 5 seconds.
Using a PT Controller: Operation/Monitoring • • • On/Work Time – Displays the number of hours of active production by the PV array (to nearest 6-minute increment). AH to Batt – Displays the total amp-hours (AH) delivered from the PT array to the DC system. This display can be used as a battery load indicator to help identify and monitor the battery load consumption. The maximum range is 2,550.0 AH (10.0 AH resolution).
Using a PT Controller: Operation/Monitoring Table 12-1, PT Default Settings on ME-ARTR Menu Items Default Settings Battery Type Flooded Absorb Done Time = 2.0 Hrs, Amps = 20 ADC, SOC = 100% Max Charge Rate Rate = 100%, Time = OFF Daily/SunUp = YES Volts = 10.0 (12V), 20.0 (24V), 40.0 (48V) SOC = 80% Bulk Start PT Relay VDC Engage VDC = 20V, Disengage VDC = 28V Engage Delay = 10 secs, Disengage Delay = 10 secs PT Relay SOC Engage SOC = 50% Disengage SOC = 100% ON Volts = 10.0 (12V), 20.
Using a PT Controller: Operation/Monitoring METER R 07C PT Volts x7 07B Aux Relay x7 07A PT Status x7 05 BMK Meters PV Volts: 147.0 VDC [PT Status] 06 ACLD Meters R Status:[RelayStatus] R Bat Volts: 14.4 VDC P [Power Status] 07 PT Meters SYS View PT METER SYS View PT METER SYS View PT METER ALL Select METER P P P Note: SYS (blinking) = 07A PT Status x7 07B Aux Relay x7 07C PT Volts x7 Shows data for the [PT Status] Status:[RelayStatus] PV Volts: 147.0 VDC [Power Status] Bat Volts: 14.
Using a PT Controller: Operation/Monitoring Accessing System PT Data History Rotate SELECT knob to 07H PT Data x7 access PT data for Press SELECT button additional connected to see Log controllers (C01-C07). SYS View PT METER P Today’s Work x7 Today’s Work x7 012.0 kWH Harvest: 012.0 kWH P Harvest: On Time: 10.2 Hrs On Time: 10.2 Hrs SYS Select PT METER SYS View PT METER R Today’s Max PV x7 Today’s Max PV x7 VDC: 147VDC/12:00A VDC: 147VDC/12:00A P Power: 12.0kW/12:00A Power: 12.
R Page 140 SETUP SYS Read x7 PT SETUP 07A Battery Type LINKED P P Note: If “Linked” appears on 07A or 07B menus, refer to the INFO on page 121 for details. P SYS x7 R Custom Chg Settings Custom Chg Settings Absorb Volts 24.0V EQ Volts 28.0V Float Volts 26.4V P EQ Time 4.0Hrs SYS edit PT SETUP x2 SYS edit PT SETUP Note: “Custom” must be selected from the 07A Battery Type menu in order to access the two displays below. R Rate = 0%-100% Time = OFF, 0.1-25.5 Continued on next page.
Using a PT Controller: Operation/Monitoring SETUP R Continued 07G PT Alarm x7 07H PT Power Save x7 07F PT Relay SOC x7 07E PT Relay VDC x7 ON =20.0V/ 10secs Display = OFF Engage SOC = 50% Eng =20.0V/ 10sec R R R OFF =28.0V/ 10secs Disengage SOC =100% Dis =28.0V/ 10sec C0# View PT SETUP C0# View PT SETUP C0# View PT SETUP C0# View PT SETUP P P P P 07E PT Relay VDC x7 07G PT Alarm x7 07F PT Relay SOC x7 07H PT Power Save x7 Eng =20.0V/ 10sec ON =20.0V/ 10secs Engage SOC = 50% Display = OFF Dis =28.
Using a PT Controller: Operation/Monitoring 12.2.4 PT Charge Controller Router Status Messages A PT status may be an operational, relay, fault, or power status message. The METER: 07A PT Status menu displays the PT’s current operating status. This menu is important when determining if the PT is working correctly, or for troubleshooting a PT installation. 12.2.4.
Using a PT Controller: Operation/Monitoring 12.2.4.3 PT Router Fault Statuses The following “Fault” statuses (Table 12-4) display on the router to indicate that the PT is not operating as intended. Refer to Section 12.3.2 for help in diagnosing/resolving the problem. Note: Fault codes (example: “F12”) listed below only appear on the PT’s LCD display to identify the particular PT fault. These codes do not appear on the ME-ARTR router’s LCD display.
Using a PT Controller: Operation/Monitoring Table 12-4, PT Router Fault Statuses (Cont.) Status Description No Stack CommPT (F20) The PT controller will not run because stacking has been enabled (DIP switch 10 is set to UP), but the controller is not receiving any network communications from the Magnum inverter. Stack ComLost-PT (F21) The controller was previously communicating on the network, but now it is no longer receiving any communications from the Magnum inverter or from another controller.
Using a PT Controller: Operation/Monitoring 12.2.4.5 PT Router Power Statuses The following “Power” statuses show the status of the controller’s Power Point Tracking. Note: The power status codes (example: “P04”) listed below only appear on the PT’s display to identify the particular PT power status. Table 12-6, PT Router Power Statuses Status Description MPPT On (Pon) Power Maximized (MPPT is On) – The MPPT circuit is delivering the maximum power from the array to the battery.
Using a PT Controller: Troubleshooting 12.3 PT Controller Troubleshooting using the ME-ARTR This section assists in using your router to identify a fault, and to resolve an abnormal operational condition detected within your AGS system. 12.3.1 PT Controller Fault Message Screens When a PT fault is detected, the ME-ARTR’s red FAULT LED lights and the fault status is displayed on the LCD screen (see Figure 12-9 example).
Using a PT Controller: Troubleshooting • BTS Open-PT – The BTS has opened or is no longer connected. This fault causes the BTS to show 305°F/152°C on the TECH: 01F PT Temps display. With a defective or disconnected BTS, there is no temperature compensation applied to the battery charging voltage. Remedy: Normally when a BTS is connected, it communicates temperature information to the PT controller.
Using a PT Controller: Troubleshooting • High Bat VDC-PT – High voltage (≥68 VDC) has been detected on the battery input terminals (i.e., BAT+ to BAT-). Remedy: Check the voltage on the battery terminals. High voltage can be caused by an incorrect connection of the PV array to the battery terminals, or the battery bank being charged by an external means and the voltage is >68 VDC (including ripple voltage).
Using a PT Controller: Troubleshooting • Int Power-PT – The internal power control circuity reached its protection limits. Remedy: When this fault condition occurs, the controller shuts down to help protect itself. Press the RESET pushbutton for one second to turn the controller on and to verify the fault has cleared. If the fault remains, the controller will require repair. • Int Pwr Sup-PT – The voltage from the auxiliary power supply in the controller has dropped to a low level.
Using a PT Controller: Troubleshooting • Stack ComLost-PT – The controller was previously communicating on the network, but now it is no longer receiving any communications from the Magnum inverter or from another controller. Note: The controller continues to run with this fault. Remedy: This fault can be caused by: 1. A stack or network cable was damaged or disconnected. a) Examine the cables for any damage and replace if needed, or try another remote and/or stack cable. 2.
Appendix A – Router Display Abbreviations Appendix A – Router Display Abbreviations Use the table below to identify the abbreviations that may appear on your router’s LCD display. Table A-1, Abbreviations on Router Display SHORT ABBREV. (8 char.) MINI ABBREV. (4 char.
Appendix A – Router Display Abbreviations Router Display Abbreviations (Cont.) SHORT ABBREV. (8 char.) MINI ABBREV. (4 char.
Appendix A – Router Display Abbreviations Router Display Abbreviations (Cont.) SHORT ABBREV. (8 char.) MINI ABBREV. (4 char.
Appendix A – Router Display Abbreviations Router Display Abbreviations (Cont.) SHORT ABBREV. (8 char.) MINI ABBREV. (4 char.
Appendix A – Router Display Abbreviations Router Display Abbreviations (Cont.) SHORT ABBREV. (8 char.) MINI ABBREV. (4 char.
Appendix B – Compatibility Matrix Appendix B – Router Feature to Inverter Compatibility When the ME-ARTR is released with new software, some of the features/functionality may not be available in an inverter or networked accessory with an earlier software level. In this case, the advanced setting is not recognized and will not function. Table B-1 lists the ME-ARTR features/ settings and what inverter compatibility level is required (see the “Model/Level Required” column). 1. Go to: www.SensataPower.
Appendix B – Compatibility Matrix Button FEATURES/SETTINGS Main Menu 03 Timers Model/ Level Required Default Setting Read Only display ≥Level 1 Read Only Read Only display ≥Level 1 Read Only Read Only display ≥Level 1 [6] Read Only 06C ACLD Temperature Read Only display ≥Level 4 Read Only ≥Level 4 Read Only Menu Heading/Item 03A Charge Time 03B Days Since Selections/ Adjustments Range 04A AGS Status 04B DC Volts to AGS 04 AGS Meters 04C Gen Run Time 04D AGS Sensor Temp 04E Since Run Day
Appendix B – Compatibility Matrix Button FEATURES/SETTINGS Main Menu Menu Heading/Item 01C Power Save 01E Viewing Ports Auto Scroll = OFF, 1-60 sec Default Setting 15 Min ≥Level 1 Auto Fahrenheit OFF Open Volts = 8.0-17.0* 10.0V Close Volts = 8.0-17.0* 14.
Appendix B – Compatibility Matrix Button FEATURES/SETTINGS Main Menu Menu Heading/Item 03C Battery Type SETUP (Cont.) 03 Charger Setup (Cont.) Selections/ Adjustments Range AGM1, AGM2, Flooded, GEL Absorb = 12.0-16.0V* Float = 12.0-16.0V* Custom EQ Volts = 12.0-16.0V* EQ Time = 0.1-25.5Hrs Max Chg = 20-990A CV Chg = 12.0-16.0V* CV Chg Done Time, Amps, Hold Volts CV Chg Done Time = 0.1-25.5 Hrs CC/CV Max Chg Time = OFF, 0.1-25.5 Hrs CC/CV VDC Recharge = 12.0-16.
Appendix B – Compatibility Matrix Button FEATURES/SETTINGS Main Menu Menu Heading/Item Selections/ Adjustments Range Model/ Level Required Start AC Amps = OFF, 5-60A 04C Gen Run AC Amps Stop AC Amps = 4-59A Start Delay = 0-127s, 1-127m OFF ≥Level 4 Stop Delay = 0-127s, 1-127m 04D Gen Run SOC 04E Gen Run Temp OFF, Start SOC = 20-99% SETUP (Cont.) 04F Max Gen Run Time Autostarted Stop SOC = 21-100% ≥Level 1 [6] Start = OFF, ExtInput, 65-95F (18-35C) ≥Level 1 04H Gen Exercise OFF, 0.1-25.
Appendix B – Compatibility Matrix Button FEATURES/SETTINGS Main Menu Menu Heading/Item 07A Battery Type SETUP (Cont.) 07 PT Setup Selections/ Adjustments Range AGM1, AGM2, Flooded, GEL Absorb = 12.0-16.0V* Float = 12.0-16.0V* Custom EQ Volts = 12.0-16.0V* EQ Time = 0.1-25.5Hrs Max Chg = 20-990A CV Chg = 12.0-16.0V* CV Chg Done Time, Amps, Hold Volts CV Chg Done Time = 0.1-25.5 Hrs CC/CV Max Chg Time = OFF, 0.1-25.5 Hrs CC/CV VDC Recharge = 12.0-16.
Appendix B – Compatibility Matrix Button FEATURES/SETTINGS Main Menu SETUP 07 PT Setup (Cont.) Model/ Level Required Default Setting 07G PT Alarm ON Volts = 8.0-17.0* ON Delay = 0-127s, 1-127m OFF Volts = 8.0-17.0* OFF Delay = 0-127s, 1-127m ≥Level 4 10.0V 10 Secs 14.0V 10 Secs 07H PT PowerSave Display = OFF, 1-60 Min ≥Level 4 15 Min Menu Heading/Item TECH 01A INV BTS Temp 01B INV Tfmer Temp 01C INV FETs Temp 01 Temps 01D AGS Sensor Temp 01E ACLD Temp 01F PT Temps 02 Port Vers/ARTR = 4.
Appendix C – Using the Router with Non-stacked Inverters Appendix C – Using the Router with Non-stacked Inverters C-1 Using Router to Control Multiple Unconnected Inverters The router can be used to control multiple Magnum inverters—under certain conditions—that are not connected in parallel (i.e., non-stacked). Each connected inverter must be the same model (i.e.
Appendix D – Using AC Coupling Appendix D – Using the ME-ARTR in an AC Coupled Application This appendix provides information when the router is used in an AC coupled system. D-1 What is an AC Coupled System Many homeowners utilize renewable energy (e.g., PV, wind, etc.,) by installing high efficiency, battery-less, grid-tie inverter systems to offset their power consumption from the utility grid. However, during a utility power outage, the grid-tie inverter is required to shut down.
Appendix E – Warranty & Service Appendix E – Warranty and Service Info E-1 Limited Warranty Sensata Technologies warrants the ME-ARTR to be free from defects in material and workmanship that result in product failure during normal usage, according to the following terms and conditions: 1. The limited warranty for the product extends for a maximum of 12 months beginning from the product’s original date of purchase.
Index Index Symbols ###% 114 A Absorb/CV Done 20 Absorb Done 16, 20, 26, 29, 34, 37, 38, 40, 59, 60, 83, 85, 92, 106, 117, 119, 121, 125, 126, 127, 163 Absorb Done Amps 38, 40 Absorb Done SOC 29, 38, 40, 92 Absorb Done Time 37, 38, 40 Absorb Volts 36, 119 AC Amps 22 AC Coupled System 164 AC In Control 15, 27 AC In - Disabled 15, 63 AC Input Amps 19, 31, 32 AC Input Volts 22 ACLD-40 Version 117 ACLD Faults Desat Fault 120 High Current Fault 120 High VAC In Fault 120 No Load Fault 120 Output Short Fault 120
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Index D (Cont.) F (Cont.) DC Volts to ReBulk 42, 62 DC Volts to Recharge 34, 36, 62 Default Settings AGS 104 Inverter/Charger 47 PT 137 Disengage Delay 25 Disengage VDC 24 Front Panel (Cont.
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Index P (Cont.) P (Cont.) PT Menu Maps (Cont.
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