AXS Port SunSpec Modbus Interface Owner’s Manual
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Table of Contents Introduction ................................................................................................. 5 Welcome to OutBack Power Systems ........................................................................................................................... 5 Audience ................................................................................................................................................................................. 5 AXS Port Features ...............
Table of Contents List of Figures Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3 Figure 4 Figure 5 Figure 6 Figure 7 Figure 8 Figure 9 Figure 10 Figure 11 4 Features ................................................................................................................................................ 5 Dimensions .......................................................................................................................................... 6 Wall Mount .....................................................
Introduction Welcome to OutBack Power Systems Thank you for purchasing the OutBack AXS Port. This product provides communication with other OutBack devices. The device uses Ethernet access implemented by the Modbus Transmission Control Protocol. The SunSpec protocol enables sending and receiving of remote commands, control settings, and status information. The AXS Port is enabled for OPTICS RE. OPTICS RE is the web-based remote monitoring and control application for OutBack devices.
Introduction Dimensions 4.99” (12.7 cm) 3.5” (8.9 cm) 1.29 (3.3 cm) Figure 2 Dimensions Accessories A CAT5 cable of 3’ length is included with this product for connection to the HUB Communications Manager. The AXS Port can use a Type 2 microSD card for logging operational status information about the system. A 2 GB microSD card is included. The SD card is also required for performing firmware updates. The AXS Port can be equipped with a clip for mounting on a DIN rail.
Operation Installation Instructions Mounting To mount the AXS Port directly on a wall or flat surface: 1. Insert two screws (appropriate for the surface) into the mounting holes at the top and bottom of the device. The holes will accept up to a #6 screw. 2. Tighten securely. Figure 3 Wall Mount To mount the AXS Port on a DIN rail: 1. Orient the AXS Port upright so that the DIN rail clip is next to the rail. 2. Next, place the clip against the DIN rail. Hook the upper edge of the clip over the DIN rail. 3.
Operation Networking If a single OutBack product is used, it can connect directly to the AXS Port. If multiple OutBack products are networked on an OutBack HUB, the HUB can connect to the AXS Port. OutBack Device Cable Network Cable HUB/Device Port Network Port 1. Connect the CAT5 cable from the OutBack device to the connection labeled “HUB Port” on the AXS Port. The Power LED will illuminate. See Figure 7. 2. Connect the network cable to the connection labeled “Network Port” on the AXS Port. 3.
Operation If the optional temperature sensor (the OutBack RTS) will be used, secure the RTS to the surface being monitored. Insert the RTS into the Temperature Sensor port. If the microSD card will be used for logging data, insert the card into the slot. When the SD card is inserted correctly, the SD Card LED will illuminate. See Figure 7. Micro SD Card Slot Temperature Sensor Port NOTE: Orient the microSD card with the conductors facing down. The angled corner enters on the right of the slot.
Operation Security Protection To enhance security, the AXS Port has been designed to enable a basic form of encryption. To enable it, the user must contact OutBack Power Technologies. A non-disclosure agreement must be signed. Resetting the AXS Port with the reset switch will restore all values to the factory default settings. This includes removing the password and disabling the security features.
Operation Device-Specific Blocks The following blocks show an example of devices supported by OutBack Power. NOTE: The blocks depicted here may be subject to change without notice and should be used as examples only. For current blocks, go to the AXS Port page on www.outbackpower.com. An application note is available displaying all device blocks. OutBack Block: This block is for the AXS Port itself, with network settings and other configuration parameters.
Operation Table 1 DID OutBack Block Scale Factor String (40) N/A N/A 64110 64110 64110 64110 64110 64110 64110 64110 64110 Start End Size R/W Field Name OutBack_SD_Card_Data_ 249 249 1 R/W Logging_Mode OutBack_Time_Server_ 250 269 20 R/W Name OutBack_Enable_Time_ 270 270 1 R/W Server 271 271 1 R/W OutBack_Set_Time_Zone 272 272 1 R/W OutBack_Year 273 273 1 R/W OutBack_Month 274 274 1 R/W OutBack_Day 275 275 1 R/W OutBack_Hour 276 276 1 R/W OutBack_Minute 277 277 1 R/W OutBack_Second 278 278 1 R OutBack_
Operation Charge Controller Configuration Block: This block always accompanies the Charge Controller Block. It is usable for most OutBack charge controllers with the exception of the OutBack MX60. It contains command and control fields for the charge controller, as well as vendor-specific status fields.
Operation Table 3 DID 64112 64112 64112 64112 64112 64112 64112 64112 64112 64112 64112 64112 64112 64112 64112 64112 64112 64112 64112 64112 64112 64112 64112 64112 64112 64112 64112 64112 64112 64112 14 Charge Controller Configuration Block Start End Size R/W Name CCconfig_AUX_Low_Batt_ 36 36 1 R/W Reconnect CCconfig_AUX_Low_Batt_ 37 37 1 R/W Disconnect_Delay CCconfig_AUX_Vent_Fan_ 38 38 1 R/W Volts CCconfig_AUX_PV_Limit_ 39 39 1 R/W Volts CCconfig_AUX_PV_Limit_ 40 40 1 R/W Hold_Time CCconfig_AUX_Night
Operation SD Card Logging When enabled, the microSD card inserted in the slot will record operational status data about the system. The AXS Port will record data to the microSD card up to the limit of the card. (It has been tested with microSD cards up to 8 GB.) The interval for automatic downloading to the microSD card can be set at intervals from 1 to 60 seconds. This setting is made in the field titled Outback_SD_Card_Data_ Log_Write_Interval. The default setting is 0 (disabled).
Operation FTP Access to Logs A file transfer protocol (FTP) site such as FileZilla may be used to connect to the AXS Port. The FTP client presents a normal file explorer display of the files stored on the microSD card. The log files are stored under the LOGFILES directory. The naming convention of the log files is the same as noted above. NOTE: FTP access should not be used while using OPTICS RE. The AXS Card does not have enough memory to support both protocols at the same time.
Operation To update the firmware using an FTP site and the SD Card: 1. Connect to the AXS Port using the FTP site. 2. Copy the update file from the OutBack website to the UPDATEFW directory on the microSD card. NOTE: It may be necessary to create this directory on the SD card first, using the FTP client. 3. Once the update file is copied, disconnect the FTP client from the AXS Port. 4.
Operation NOTES: 18 900-0138-01-00 Rev C
Troubleshooting Basic Troubleshooting Table 5 Basic Troubleshooting Symptom Possible Cause Remedy Power LED does not illuminate The OutBack device may not be powered; the CAT5 cable may be damaged or disconnected Make sure the OutBack device is powered; check the cable connection or replace the cable Ethernet Link LED does not illuminate The CAT5 cable may not be making Check the cable connection or replace the cable; connection; network port may be use another network port; verify that the inactiv
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Specifications Regulatory Specifications Table 7 Regulatory Specifications Specification Details FCC Compliance CE Compliance RoHS Compliance Part 15, subpart B Yes Yes Device Specifications Table 8 Device Specifications Specification Details Power Status Indicators Clock Supplied by OutBack device Seven LED indicators On-board real-time clock with battery backup TCPIP, DNS, SMTP, FTP, DHCP, NTP Hub/Device Communications Temperature Sensor Modbus TCP to the SunSpec standard OutBack Proprietary 10
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