Cordex Controller Software Manual, Version 3.1x
User Manual
Part # 0700015-J0
Effective: 04/2012
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Contents
1. Introduction ..................................................................................................................... 6
1.1 Scope of the Manual .......................................................................................................6
1.2 Software Overview ..........................................................................................................6
2. Standard Features .......................................................................................................... 7
2.1 Password Security ..........................................................................................................7
2.2 Software Conguration Loading and Updates ................................................................7
2.3 Customizable User Interface ...........................................................................................7
2.4 Mixed Rectier System ...................................................................................................8
2.5 Safe Voltage ....................................................................................................................8
2.6 Power Save .....................................................................................................................8
2.7 Auto DC Priority ...............................................................................................................8
2.8 Battery Temperature Compensation ...............................................................................8
2.9 Battery Auto Equalization ................................................................................................9
2.10 Battery Monitor and Charge Current Control ..............................................................10
2.11 Battery Test Scheduler ................................................................................................10
2.12 Low Voltage Disconnect Operation .............................................................................10
2.13 Signals Management ..................................................................................................10
2.14 Statistics and Historical Data ...................................................................................... 11
3. User Interface Options .................................................................................................. 13
3.1 LCD Graphical User Interface .......................................................................................14
3.2 Home Screen (Default Operating Screen) ....................................................................14
3.3 Contrast Adjustment of the GUI ....................................................................................14
3.4 Menu Navigation - LCD .................................................................................................15
4. Operation using the LCD GUI ....................................................................................... 19
4.1 Start-up .........................................................................................................................19
4.2 Language Selection ......................................................................................................19
4.3 Date and Time ...............................................................................................................20
4.4 Resetting and Powering Down ......................................................................................20
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4.5 Alarm Display and Conguration ...................................................................................21
4.6 Signals Display ..............................................................................................................22
4.7 Rectiers (and Converters) Information ........................................................................24
4.8 Voltage Mode Status and Temp Comp Settings ............................................................25
4.9 Float (FL) Mode .............................................................................................................26
4.10 Equalize (EQ) Mode ....................................................................................................26
4.11 Boost (BST) Mode .......................................................................................................26
4.12 Battery Discharge Test or Battery Test (BT) Mode ......................................................26
4.13 Communications .........................................................................................................28
5. Operating with the Web and Panel PC Interface .......................................................... 29
5.1 Communication Settings ...............................................................................................29
5.2 Getting Started ..............................................................................................................30
5.3 Login .............................................................................................................................31
5.4 Language Selection ......................................................................................................31
5.5 Saving Changes ............................................................................................................31
5.6 Date & Time ..................................................................................................................32
5.7 Alarm Display and Conguration ...................................................................................32
5.8 Converters .....................................................................................................................33
5.9 Rectiers .......................................................................................................................33
5.10 Inverters ......................................................................................................................33
5.11 Battery Mode and Temp Comp Settings ......................................................................33
5.13 Saving Conguration Files ..........................................................................................34
5.12 Resetting the CXCU Controller ...................................................................................34
5.14 Summary of Menu Navigation .....................................................................................35
6. System Conguration: Programming and Adjustments ................................................ 36
6.1 System Info ...................................................................................................................36
6.2 Converters .....................................................................................................................39
6.3 Rectiers .......................................................................................................................39
6.4 Inverters ........................................................................................................................43
6.5 Batteries ........................................................................................................................50
6.6 Alarms ...........................................................................................................................57
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6.7 Signals ..........................................................................................................................70
6.8 Controls .........................................................................................................................89
6.9 Communications ...........................................................................................................91
6.10 Hardware .....................................................................................................................93
6.11 Logs & Files (Web Interface only) ...............................................................................94
6.12 Supervisor ...................................................................................................................96
7. Advanced Programming................................................................................................ 98
7.1 Example: Customize .....................................................................................................98
7.2 Equation Builder Keypads .............................................................................................98
7.3 Tips on Programming ....................................................................................................99
8. CXC Communications Menu Parameters ................................................................... 100
8.1 Ethernet Port Conguration .........................................................................................100
8.2 PPP Connection Devices ............................................................................................101
8.3 Rear Port Conguration ..............................................................................................102
9. Remote Communications............................................................................................ 104
9.1 Establishing a Network Connection via a Crossover Cable ........................................104
9.2 PPP Serial Data Connection .......................................................................................105
9.3 Modem Connection ..................................................................................................... 111
10. Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) ........................................................113
10.1 Overview ...................................................................................................................113
10.2 Network Manager MIB Files ...................................................................................... 11 5
10.3 Communication Conguration ................................................................................... 11 6
11. Factory Ranges and Defaults .................................................................................... 120
12. Modbus® Communications Protocol ........................................................................ 131
13. Trouble-shooting ....................................................................................................... 139
14. Alpha Conventions .................................................................................................... 140
14.1 Acronyms and Denitions ..........................................................................................140
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List of Tables
Table A — Web Interface Menu Structure ........................................................................................37
Table B — Output channel assignments ..........................................................................................60
Table C — Digital input channel assignments..................................................................................61
Table D — Analog input channel assignments.................................................................................70
Table E — Controller signal default denitions ................................................................................72
Table F — Rectiers menu defaults ...............................................................................................120
Table G — Converters menu defaults ............................................................................................120
Table H — Batteries menu defaults ...............................................................................................121
Table I — Alarms menu defaults ....................................................................................................122
Table J — Controls menu defaults .................................................................................................123
Table K — Communications menu defaults ...................................................................................124
Table L — Hardware menu defaults ...............................................................................................124
Table M — Supervisor menu defaults ............................................................................................124
Table N — Signals menu defaults ..................................................................................................124
Table O — Inverter Global Settings ...............................................................................................125
Table P — Inverter Parameters ......................................................................................................126
Table Q — Inverter Alarm Settings.................................................................................................130
Table R — Table N–CXC Modbus PDU address denition for function code 0x01 (read coils) .....131
Table S — CXC Modbus PDU address denition for function code 0x02 (read discrete inputs) ...132
Table T — CXC Modbus PDU address denition for function code 0x03 (read holding registers) 136
Table U — CXC Modbus PDU address denition for function code 0x04 (read input registers) ...138
Table V — Trouble-shooting guide .................................................................................................139
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1. Introduction
1.1 Scope of the Manual
This document describes the software features, on-site setup, and operation of the Cordex System Controller (CXC) from Alpha Technologies. A basic understanding of Ethernet, TCP/IP, SNMP, RS-485, and
CAN bus functionality is required.
Refer to the Installation manual for hardware details.
1.2 Software Overview
The CXC software enables control of an entire DC + AC power system via the CXC central touch screen
user interface or web based monitoring and control interface. The software also allows the user to control
temperature compensation, auto equalization, remote access, and battery diagnostics.
The CXC is an integrated Alpha Cordex Controller designed to provide universal control for Alpha Group
products.
The CXC has Ethernet capability that supports a web interface and SNMP for customer access to the
equipment it is monitoring.
The CXC also has a CAN bus for communication with the Cordex rectifiers and other peripheral equipment.
1. 2.1 User Interface (UI)
Version 3.1x of the software is compatible with Expanded Memory CXC Controllers only. For each controller, a user can use either a touch screen or a web interface to set up and manage the system.
Remote communications over the web interface can be established with the step-by-step connection
wizard available from the Alpha website (www.alpha.ca.ca) or refer to Chapter “9. Remote Communications” on page 104 for detailed instructions.
1. 2.1.1 LED lights
Each CXC has three LEDs located on the front panel. These LEDs are used to display the alarm status of
the power system, CXC progress and status during startup, and file transfers.
1.2.1.2 Alarm conditions
When an alarm occurs, an LED illuminates corresponding to the following system alarm status:
• Green – OK, no alarms present.
• Yellow – Minor alarm is present (no major alarms).
• Red – Major alarm is present.
Only one LED is illuminated at a time during alarm conditions.
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2. Standard Features
The following are new features in Version 3.1x:
• Retrieve inverter history file—see 6.4.8.2)
• Inverter alarms reported in the Event log—see 6.4.8.1
• Synchronization of the real time clock of the inverter controller (T2S) with the Cordex controller RTC
• Support of new CXCi+ hardware
2.1 Password Security
NOTE:
Three levels of password security are available: Supervisor (1234), User (5678) and Viewer (0000). A
Supervisor has write access to all editable fields. A User has permission to update inventory, make voltages changes and navigate through menus. A viewer can view all menus, but does not have permission
to make any changes.
The User password can only changed by the Supervisor from the web interface (see 6 .12 .1). Viewer login
is described in the next section.
Basic authentication is cached in Firefox and the Panel PC, so that the client is not
prompted to re-enter the password again after logging out. Closing the browser clears the
cache and prevents use by unathorized personnel.
2.1.1 Client Login Control
It is possible to have multiple users logged onto the controller. The following table shows the distribution
of allowed logins. (Both a User and a Supervisor are considered to have write access and only one can
be logged on at a time.)
Web Clients LCD Clients
Number of Viewers User
1-2 0 1 0
1-2 0 0 1**
1-2 1* - -
- - - 1**
or Supervisor
(Only 1 person can work with the
LCD)
Number of Viewers User
or Supervisor
* A User or Supervisor login to the web interface prevents any logins at the LCD - a
viewer currently logged on to the LCD will not be able to log back in if he logs off.
** A User or Supervisor login to the LCD prevents any logins at the web interface- a
viewer currently logged on to the web will not be able to log back in if he logs off.
2.2 Software Configuration Loading and Updates
Factory software updates and adjustments to the configuration file are possible through the Ethernet connection. The Supervisor can exclude settings and groups of settings when applying changes. A partial
configuration file can also be generated and sent to the CXC (v1.81 and above).
2.3 Customizable User Interface
The web interface can be customized to remove web browser elements that are of no interest to the user.
This menu for customizing the user interface is located in Supervisor > Customize User Interface. When
a group is unchecked, all related UI elements are removed from the browser. This includes menu items,
summary information in the View Live Status and signals and alarms.
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2.4 Mixed Rectifier System
All controllers, except the CXCU, allow one type of Alpha Pathfinder model rectifier to work in parallel with
one type of Alpha Cordex model rectifier, for example, a PFM 48V-10kW or PFM 48V-3kW with a CXRF
48-3.6kW. Another example is a PFM 24V-3kW with a CXRF 24-3.1kW. The load share of each rectifier is
based on the percentage of the maximum output current of the rectifier; see Rectifier Report (4 . 7. 2 ).
The Pathfinder rectifiers are not shown under Upgrade Firmware as that submenu applies to Cordex
rectifiers and smart peripherals only.
2.5 Safe Voltage
The Safe Voltage is the voltage that the rectifiers default to if they lose communications with the controller.
The Supervisor can set the default system voltage (Safe Mode) that will be used if the communications to
the Cordex rectifiers fails. This feature has a time delay that varies according to the rectifier. Most rectifiers will revert to Safe Mode after five (5) minutes. The rectifier manual lists the default parameters.
Note: In general, the open circuit voltage for VRLA batteries is determined to be a point where discharge
or over charge will not occur.
2.6 Power Save
The Power Save feature enables the Supervisor to improve operational efficiency by running only the
necessary number of rectifiers. For example, when the load is significantly less than the available system
power, the controller shuts down one or more of the rectifiers so that the remaining rectifiers operate with
greater efficiency at a higher current level. A short (one-minute) time delay or hysteresis is built in to avoid
nuisance alarms and to prevent changes if the load is fluctuating.
With Power Save, rectifier usage rotates on a weekly basis to share the service time. Power Save comes
into effect when a minimum discharge or load current (~2.5% of maximum current of one rectifier) is
achieved. Battery charge current limit calculations are based on the rectifiers that are running.
The Power Save feature is suspended during Battery Test mode. See 4.12 . 4.
NOTE:
The Remote Shutdown setting must be enabled for the rectier (see Rectiers > Congure
Rectiers) to operate in Power Save.
2.7 Auto DC Priority
The inverters can be configured to automatically switch to DC Priority mode when a custom alarm is activated. The alarm could be triggered by a digital input such as a signal from an alternative energy source
– a fuel cell for example that has just switched on.
When the custom alarm activates, the CXC automatically switches the Inverters to draw from DC power
as much as possible. When the alarm is deactivated, the command is sent to return to AC Priority. (Custom alarms are configured from Alarms-> Configure Alarms.)
For more information, see section 6.4.7.
2.8 Battery Temperature Compensation
The automatic battery temperature compensation feature (Temp Comp or TC) works with Cordex series
rectifiers that support CAN bus communications and Pathfinder series rectifiers that support RS-485
remote communications. Temp Comp may be active in either the Float (4.9) or Equalize (4.10 ) mode.
Temperature inputs are available on the CXC for monitoring a lead acid battery string. Temperature sensor readings can be displayed on the GUI in either the Celsius (°C) or Fahrenheit (°F) scales.
The CXC has the flexibility to display the breakpoints in voltage and temperature. The breakpoints can be
entered as voltages or temperatures.
The detection of a thermal runaway is limited to a programmable Battery Over Temperature Alarm. The
Supervisor can select the temperature that triggers an alarm.
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2. 8.1 Theory of Battery Temperature Compensation
The battery life expectancy and performance is directly related to the battery ambient temperature. The
optimum battery temperature during operation is 25°C (77°F). Without compensation, battery life is seriously compromised at temperatures above 25°C, while battery performance is reduced below 25°C.
Adjusting the battery’s float or equalize voltage to correspond with temperature fluctuations ensures
maximum battery performance and life expectancy. With the CXC, this can be accomplished by using
the software’s built-in automatic temperature compensation function. This function adjusts the system
voltage, ever 60 second, as the temperature changes and provides for a maximum voltage change of
0.1V over this interval.
Temp Comp occurs at standard rates commonly referred to as slope-compensation settings. For maximum performance, the battery slope compensation must be matched to the setting recommended by the
battery manufacturer. Do not confuse this with the slope regulation, which refers to the process of regulating the current among a group of parallel-operating rectifiers.
The Temp Comp feature uses programmable breakpoints, which are the points that Temp Comp ceases.
Further temperature decreases or increases do NOT increase or decrease the output voltage. This protects the connected load and battery from excessive voltages. As Temp Comp is active in either float or
equalize mode, set breakpoints with this in mind.
When temperature compensation is enabled in Equalize Mode, the CXC uses the equalize voltage setting
as the center point around which to make Temp Comp voltage adjustments.
When temperature compensation is enabled in Float Mode, the CXC uses the float voltage setting as the
center point around which to make Temp Comp voltage adjustments.
2.8.2 Operation of Battery Temperature Compensation
The CXC can accommodate up to four sensors that monitor lead acid battery temperatures. If more than
one sensor is used and the temperature readings are within 5°C (9°F) of one another, the temperature
readings are averaged. If the reading differences exceed 5°C, a thermal runaway is assumed in one
battery string and the reading changes from the average reading to the highest. If any reading suddenly
jumps outside the normal range (i.e. leads are cut or opened), that reading is discarded and the associated Temp Sensor Fail alarm is activated. The temperature reading then returns to the average for the
remaining sensors, or to the next highest reading.
Temp Comp has been programmed as a low priority item. All other commands and operations take
precedence over Temp Comp. If a command is issued during a Temp Comp cycle, the cycle will be put
on hold until the command is completed. If any operation is happening when the Temp Comp cycle occurs, the cycle is put on hold until the operation is completed. Temp Comp resumes when the command
or operation completes. The Temp Comp feature can be enabled or disabled in the CXC Batteries menu
(“6.5.1 Temperature Compensation” on page 50.
2.9 Battery Auto Equalization
Auto Equalize (Auto-EQ) is a protective feature designed to ensure optimal lead acid battery life and performance. With the CXC, auto equalize is used for two basic purposes: (1) for providing a quick battery
recharge after an AC power failure, and (2) as a long-term battery maintenance feature.
Refer to the battery manufacturer’s recommendations for equalization charging.
2. 9.1 Battery Charge Auto Equalize
Battery Charge Auto Equalize can be used after a prolonged AC power failure when the battery voltage
has decreased to a low level.
Once battery voltages have decreased below the auto equalize low voltage threshold, the CXC enters an
armed mode. When AC power returns, the system voltage begins to increase and charges the batteries.
Once the system voltage increases to the high voltage threshold, the CXC enters the equalize mode
and begins to equalize the battery charges for a period specified by the Supervisor in the AUTO-EQ
DURATION submenu. This is done to ensure the EQ duration is not effectively reduced by the time it
takes to recharge the battery to the nominal system voltage.
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2.9.2 Periodic Auto Equalize
Periodic Auto Equalize can be used for maintaining the long-term integrity of a battery string. Over time,
individual battery cell voltages may vary greatly. To ensure that the batteries remain in optimum condition,
they should be equalize charged at regular intervals. The CXC enables the Supervisor to program the
time between automatic equalize charging of the battery string in the AUTO-EQ INTERVAL submenu.
2.9.3 Battery Current Termination (BCT) Equalize
The BCT Equalize feature provides an alternative method of ending the EQ mode early to prevent overcharging of the battery. Once enabled, it is only active when the EQ mode is caused by a Charge Auto
Equalize.
BCT EQ terminates the Charge Auto EQ when the battery current falls below the BC Threshold setting.
Upon initial activation of the EQ mode that is triggered by the Charge Auto EQ feature, the CXC waits
for one minute of system stabilization time before monitoring the battery current for BCT EQ. After one
minute, the battery current is checked about once per second to see if the current has fallen below the
BC Threshold.
When the battery current falls below the BC Threshold and remains below the threshold for three seconds, the EQ duration is replaced with the BCT duration. After this time, the system returns to FL mode.
2.10 Battery Monitor and Charge Current Control
The Battery Monitor feature enhances the CXC’s capability to provide information about the battery to
the user. Charge Current Control helps to increase battery longevity by keeping the battery current within
specified limits.
Charge current to the battery during recharge is limited to a value that is programmed by the Supervisor.
This value is derived from the battery manufacturer’s specification sheet and entered by the Supervisor.
A battery run time prediction is performed while the battery is supplying power to the load. The CXC
collects data to estimate the time it takes for the battery to be drained. If the Battery Monitor feature is
enabled and the battery is sourcing current to the load, a time estimate appears in the Mode Status
screen. A runtime estimate is also available in the Analog Signals display, which can be enabled for
display status in Signals > Configure Signals > Controller Signals.
During an AC outage or Battery Test, the data is collected to calculate a capacity prediction. A capacity
of 80% means that the battery is due to be replaced. The accuracy of this improves as the battery undergoes more discharge cycles.
2.11 Battery Test Scheduler
A battery test scheduler is built into the software. The test can be set to a frequency of a fixed number of
days apart, or set to a specific day of the month.
2.12 Low Voltage Disconnect Operation
Whenever the system parameters require that the LVD be activated, a 60-second countdown and audible
warning begins. When the countdown reaches zero, the LVD is activated. During this countdown, an icon
on the GUI can be pressed to evoke a prompt to inhibit LVD controls – activated by entering the Supervisor password. There is a 10-minute time-out for this. See also LVD Inhibit 6.8.2.
2.13 Signals Management
The Supervisor can view and edit a signal equation for a selected signal. The Supervisor can also configure custom signals; properties can be modified or disabled as required. All signals in the system can be
selected for a signal equation builder making it possible to combine logic conditions and analog values
to generate an alarm.
The Supervisor can select which Temperature Sensor to enable for the Battery Temp Sensor Signal.
There are 20 Custom Signals which the user can set by either SNMP or using the equation builder. Note
that for any particular signal, only one of these options can be selected. If the user chooses to set by
SNMP, any equation associated with that signal will no longer be evaluated. Similarly, if a signal is selected to be set by equation, SNMP “sets” made to that signal will be ignored. Because SNMP only allows
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integer values and the CXC may require numbers accurate to two decimal places, values are multiplied
by 100 before sending over SNMP. So, for example, to set a signal to a value of “1”, the user should actually do an SNMP set with value “100”. Similarly, a signal with value “1” will be received by SNMP as “100”
and should be divided by 100 to determine the actual signal value. Note also that since signal values are
not saved over a CXC reset (but instead re-evaluated after reset), any value previously set by SNMP will
be lost during reset and the signal will go back to value “0”
2.14 Statistics and Historical Data
The CXC is capable of tracking several statistical parameters on a daily basis: analog statistics, for example, and triggered items such as battery log and event log.
Data is stored in local memory and can be accessed via a web interface (see Data Logging in Section
6.7. 3 ). The logged data is comma-delimited so it can automatically viewed in rows and columns in MS
Excel. The data is stored on a first-in-first-out basis.
2.14.1 Analog Statistics
All statistics, to a maximum of 90 records (one per day) contain a time stamp and date. Daily analog
statistics include the minimum, maximum and average of:
Load Voltage Load Current
Battery Voltage Battery Current
AC Mains Battery Temperature
Total Rectier Current Average DC Voltage
Average AC Voltage Number of Acquired Rectiers
Number of Sourcing Rectiers Ten Custom Signals
2.14. 2 Battery Log
A maximum of 40 records can be logged for battery statistics and events. The Battery Log contains the
following:
Event Type Capacity Rating
Battery Test Start Time Depth of Discharge
Discharge Duration Time Capacity
Amp Hours Delivered Recharge Duration
Amp Hours Recharge Return Peukert Number
1-5 Max. Midpoint Deviation Discharge Data1
1-5 Max. Midpoint Deviation Recharge Data2
Battery Current/Average Battery Current Battery Temperature/Average Battery Temperature
Battery Voltage/Battery Test End Voltage Open Circuit Voltage
Battery Test Result
During a battery discharge, active battery log information is displayed in a row above the Battery Log.
This information is then no longer available after the battery has finished recharging.
The Battery Log also provides support for very slow discharges. This is accomplished by saving intermediate battery log information in the event of controller power loss before battery recharge completes.
When a battery test (BT) is started remotely, the battery log shows Remote BT in the Event Type column.
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2.14.4 Event Log
The CXC can record up to 500 events. Each unique event is stamped with the date and time. Multiple
events are time stamped for the first daily occurrence and then the accumulated total is shown at the last
daily occurrence of the event. Refer to Relay 7 in the following event log.
Some of the events include the following:
• All alarm events (activation and deactivation).
• Rectifier alarm details.
• Any change of state of the digital inputs.
• Other miscellaneous events; such as, rectifiers being turned off or on due to the Power Save feature.
Once the maximum number of events have been recorded, the oldest events are erased as new events
are added.
Click on
column
heading
to sort by
column
Total number of occurrences
of Relay 7 energizing and deenergizing.
Event log
2.14.3 Data Logging
This feature of the CXC web interface allows the user to perform complex/custom configurations of the
data gathered by the Alpha controller. Various ways of setting the log frequency/limit and start/stop triggers enables greater management of the events for collection.
The data is stored in files showing the records associated with each for easy archiving and retrieval. File
Save Option enables a FIFO (first in first out) or “Stop when full” means of data collection.
Recommended size is up to seven signals and a maximum one thousand entries, as very large log files
may not be viewable. If the datalog screen comes up blank, the log is too large to be displayed.
First daily occurrence
of Relay 7 energizing
and de-energizing.
Figure 1 — Event Log
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3. User Interface Options
This chapter provides an overview of the following user interfaces:
• LCD
• Web interface
A user with a Supervisor access level can make changes to parameters. A user with a User access level
can update inventory, make changes to system voltages and navigate through menus.
Win CE + Alpha browser
CXCU
CXC Controller
with expanded memory
PC running
Microsoft IE
or Firefox
Panel PC
5.7" Color Touchscreen LCD
LCD
160x 160 pixel touch
screen liquid crystal display
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3.1 LCD Graphical User Interface
This interface is a 160 x 160 pixel touch screen with interactive hot spots that call forth more screens. The
best tool for navigating these pages is a stylus (a small pen-shaped instrument). Make selections by tapping the stylus on the screen.
Auto-Logout Timeout
After 20 minutes of inactivity (no user input), the CXC automatically logs off the user. The CXC discards
any unsaved changes made by the user while logged in the system and returns to Normal Operation
mode. The access level is reset to the default user access and the screen continues to display live data.
Backlight Timeout
After one minute of inactivity (no user input), the CXC automatically turns off the LCD backlight.
3.2 Home Screen (Default Operating Screen)
On startup the home screen shown in 2.1 appears. This GUI displays system status information and
monitors all input channels. See Chapter 4 for operating procedures with the LCD interface.
Mode Status
Rectiers Information
Converter Report can also be accessed by tapping this area
Audio Alarm enable/disable
Priority icon
Software Version
Home Page Icon, tap to login
Figure 3 — CXC default operating screen
3.3 Contrast Adjustment of the GUI
Tap the Home page icon and then tap Contrast on the pop-up window. The following figure shows the
contrast adjustment window. Use the slider on the GUI to adjust contrast as desired.
Tap the Home Page icon
Analog Signals Display
Alarm Indication
Date and Time
Login
Contrast
Reset
0: English
1: (C hinese)
2: Français
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Discard changes and return to
previous screen
Tap slider to increase or decrease con-
trast of GUI as required
Accept changes and return to
previous screen
Figure 2 — Contrast adjustment pop-up window
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3.4 Menu Navigation - LCD
Figure 7 illustrates the LCD menu structure.
3.4 .1 Login (password entry)
NE W FEATURE
Follow steps 1 through 4 to login.
Once the password is verified, a
pop-up window provides acknowledgement; e.g., Supervisor Access
Granted.
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The new Client Login Control feature allows up to three logins (see the feature description in
section 2.1).
If the number of logins has reached the maximum, a pop-up window appears with the warning:
Another operator is currently logged in.
Tap Home Page Icon.
1
Each character of the password entry appears
in this window for verication. Enter:
• Viewer – 0000 (read only access)
• User – 5678 (read and limited write access)
• Supervisor – 1234 (read and write access)
Login
Contrast
Reset
0: English
1: (C hinese)
2: Français
Tap to login.
2
Use the backspace key to
erase last entry as needed.
Use number keys to enter
password.
Tap to accept or cancel
4
Figure 5 — Password entry pop-up window
3.3.1 Menu Navigation Overview
The MAIN MENU screen appears on login. The folders with a plus sign can be expanded to show the
menu subcategories. See section 3.4.5 for the complete LCD menu structure and Chapter 6 for a complete description of the menu options.
Option button to logout
or save changes.
FL + TC
Figure 4 — Menu navigation screen
54.00V
250A
Tap on the folder icon or
label to expand.
Sliders and scroll bars are
used for navigation
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3.4.2 Changing and Saving Settings
1. When changes are complete, return to the MAIN MENU navigation screen and press the OPTION
button to evoke the SAVE/LOGOUT pop-up window.
2. Select SAVE to save the new settings.
3. A pop-up window Save Complete confirms the selection (select the X icon to close the pop-up).
If no changes have been made, then saving in menu navigation results in a prompt (pop-up window):
There are no changes to save.
In each case, tapping the X button clears the pop-up from the active area and remains in menu navigation. The Supervisor retains the security access level to continue making changes and does not return to
the home page.
3.4.3 Logging Out
Tap the Option button to logout of the menu navigation screen (a pop-up window appears) and return to
the home page.
If changes have been made, another pop-up window prompts the user with Save or Discard buttons. In
either case, the active area returns to the home page and a pop-up window confirms the selection. Tapping the X button clears the pop-up from the active area.
3.4.4 Virtual Numeric Keypad
Whenever a numeric field is selected, a virtual numeric keypad appears (in a pop-up window) to enable
editing of the value.
Tap the keypad to edit or enter a value. Use the virtual function buttons described below to navigate,
cancel or accept.
Name of value being edited
Toggle from positive to negative
3.4.5 LCD Menu Structure
Figure 7 shows the menu structure for all categories except the Inverter category which is listed below:
• AC Input Groups
• DC Input Groups
• AC Output Groups
• Auto DC Priority
Cancel entry and close window
Initial value of the eld
Clear entire eld
Clear one number at a time
Accept entry and close window
Figure 6 — Virtual numeric keypad pop-up window
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Figure 7 — LCD Menu structure
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3.4.6 LCD Touch Screen Calibration
Perform the following steps to calibrate the touch screen from the home screen: Complete each step
within 20 sec or the calibration is ignored.
Both the targets must be tapped correctly for the calibration to take effect to prevent the calibration from
changing dramatically from the default.
1. Perform a diagonal action or "swipe"
from the top right area of the LCD to
the bottom left area:
2. Tap on the center of the first target
within 20 seconds to complete this
step.
Count down
timer
3. Tap on the center of the second target
within 20 seconds to complete the
calibration:
Count down
timer
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4. Operation using the LCD GUI
This chapter briefly describes operation with an LCD interface. The following steps are a summary of
operating procedures on start up. The sections that follow expand on each of the steps
1. Initiate the startup routine by applying power to the CXC. (Close the battery breaker or close the
converter and rectifier input and output breakers.)
2. The CXC performs a short self-test as it boots up. The scrolling pattern of the LEDs indicates activity.
Alarm alerts are normal. Wait for the self-test to finish.
3. Check and adjust the alarms and control levels in the CXC submenus.
4. Check and adjust the group settings in the CONVERTERS and RECTIFIERS submenus. Parameters
to be adjusted include float, equalize voltage, etc.
5. Verify the relevant COMMUNICATIONS settings.
6. Program the CXC relevant TEMP COMP and AUTO EQUALIZE settings.
7. Test the relevant relay OUTPUT ALARM\CONTROLS such as Major Alarm, CEMF, etc.
4.1 Start-up
When the CXC is powered-up or reset, it performs a 15 second self-test before displaying the Cordex
logo and identification messages. The three front-panel LEDs illuminate temporarily, and then extinguish.
The Graphical User Interface (GUI) then displays system status information. Tap the active areas shown
in the following screenshot of the home page. Use a stylus pen to activate navigate through the touch
sensitive screens.
Mode Status
Rectiers Information
Converter Report can also be accessed via this active area
Alarm condition icon
Priority icon
Software Version (reporting)
Home Page Icon, tap to login
4.2 Language Selection
The user can select English, or Chinese characters for the display of text labels and messages. Language files can be uploaded via web interface. The CXC can be set up for a maximum of three language
files (two default plus one other) at one time pending availability.
Tap the Home page icon at the lower left of the home page and select language from the pop-up window
shown in the following figure:
Tap Home page Icon
Figure 8 — CXC home page
Login
Contrast
Reset
0: English
1: (C hinese)
2: Français
Analog Signals Display
Current Alarms
Date and Time
Make language selection
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Figure 9 — Language selection on home page
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4.3 Date and Time
To change the date and/or time, tap the area where the date and time are displayed on the home page
(below the Alarm Indication). Tap the up/down arrows to change the date (year, month, day) and time
(hour, minute, second) settings. tap this area of the screen to enter a new window of operation.
Discard changes and return to the
previous screen
2010 10
09
All CXC models (except CXCi and CSCM1) provide battery backup of time and date.
With the web interface, SNTP (Simple Network Time Protocol)can be used to synchronize the CXC device time with an external source; i.e., the user’s network.
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Figure 10 — Setting the Date and Time
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Tap arrows to decrease or increase
values.
Accept changes and return to the
previous screen.
4.4 Resetting and Powering Down
4.4.1 Reset
CAUTION!
During reset, the Controller may need to run a defragmentation cycle. Cycling of the LEDs on
the controller front panel indicate that defragmentation is in progress. A full defragmentation
can take up to 20 minutes to perform. DO NOT POWER DOWN the CXC during this time.
A reset enables the CXC to finish saving files to flash memory before a power down or restart.
1. Tap the Home page icon and then tap Reset on the pop-up window (see Figure 9. A new pop-up
window alerts the user “You are about to perform a system reset.”
2. To abort the operation, tap Cancel or the X button to clear the pop-up from the active area.
3. To proceed, tap Accept and a pop-up window notifies the user “Performing Reset, please wait…”
This window is then replaced with a window showing a timer counting down from 60 seconds and a
Reset Now button. A message will appear in this window to notify the user “It is now safe to reset the
system”.
4. Either tap the button or wait for the timer to count down and the operation proceeds automatically to
completion.
The screen goes blank and the LEDs flash as the CXC performs a short self-test before returning to Normal operating mode.
4.4.2 Powering Down
To power down the system, complete steps 1 through 3 under Reset.
It is safe to power down when the message appears “It is now safe to reset the system.”
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4.5 Alarm Display and Configuration
If the Alarm Indication window in the home screen indicates an alert (such as an active alarm and the
priority of the condition) tap the display area to enter a window of operation for alarm display and configuration.
Tap the Alarm Indication display
Mode (+Temp Comp) display
Tap to silence active alarms
Use slider to change alarm scroll rate
Tap to view alarm histor y
4.5.1 Silence All Alarms
Tap Cutoff All Alarms button to silence active alarms. In addition, on any screen where the alarm indication is shown, tapping the alarm indication button displays a pull-down menu (F igure 11) for alarm cutoff
(also known as ALCO, see 6.6.9):
FL + TC
54.00V
250A
Alarm scrolls here...
Cutoff All Alarms
Scroll Rate
1 s
Show Alarm History
Figure 12 — Alarm indication display screen
FL + TC
54.00V
250A
Alarms Display Here
Cutoff All Alarms
Cancel
Battery Volts and Load
Current display
Discard changes and return to
previous screen
Accept changes and return to
previous screen
Use pull- down menu to
cutoff all alarms
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Figure 11 — Alarm cutoff pull-down menu
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4.5.2 Alarm History
Tap Show Alarm History to link to another screen that lists past alarms. Two pull-down menus enable the
user to select which alarms to display according to status and priority:
Use pull- down menu to select
status as shown
Tap to Remove Cleared
alarms from display
4.5.3 Alarm Configuration
Login to the controller and select Alarms from the main menu (see section 3.4 for menu navigation). Examples of alarm settings are power system high/low voltage alarms, AC Mains high/low voltage alarms,
supervisor programmable alarms and alarm tone enable (audible alarm buzzer). For details, see section
6.6.
4.6 Signals Display
The Analog Signals display area on the home page shows two lines of text for system voltage and current
by default. Tap this active area to decrease the font size and display four lines of text showing the system
values and the corresponding labels. Tap the arrows beside the system values to return to the larger font
of the normal (default) home page.
The large font reappears after 20 minutes of inactivity (no user input).
FL + TC
54.00V
250A
Alarm will scroll here...
Figure 13 — Alarm History screen
Use pull- down menu to select
priority, either major, minor,
message, or all
Alarms display here in a list
Verify action and return to
previous screen
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Figure 14 — Signal display area of the home screen
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Tap the Analog Signals display on the home screen to enter an operation window for signals configuration. Or login to the controller and select Signals from the main menu (see section 3.4 for menu navigation). Section 6.7 has detailed instructions for reviewing and configuring signals.
Tap the Analog Signals display on the
home screen
FL + TC
54.00V
250A
Controller Signals
Load Current
Battery Voltage
Battery Current
250
54.00
5.4
Congure
Figure 15 — Signals display screen
Use the pull-down menu to select one of the following signals:
Controller Signals
Tap the Configure button to produce another window with a list of items to navigate, see
Section6 . 7.2 .1
Analog Inputs
Tap the Calibrate button to produce another window and list of items to navigate, see
Section 6.7.2.2.
Digital Inputs
Provides a list of digital inputs, see “Table D — Digital input channel assignments” on page
61.
Rectifier Signals
Custom Signals
Converter Signals
Counter
Timers
ADIO Signals
Provides a list of rectifier signals, see Table G on page 120.
Tap the Configure button to produce another window and list of items to navigate.
Provides a list of converter signals, see Table H on page 120.
Tap the Configure button to produce another window and list of items to navigate.
Tap the Configure button to produce another window and list of items to navigate.
Used to view live data from an ADIO device (i.e., Cordex Smart Peripherals) connected to
the CXC. Refer to Section 6.7.2.6 on page 74, Example 4.
Use drop-down menu to select
from signals list.
Tap Congure to edit the selected
menu item. Enter password when
prompted.
Accept changes and return to
previous screen
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4.7 Rectifiers (and Converters) Information
Tap the rectifier display area to
enter an operation window for
converter/rectifier updates and
reports.
Select operation here
4.7.1 Inventory Update
This button enables the user to re-acquire all the attached modules to the CXC and verify the existence of
all connected modules.
Tapping this button updates the inventory and returns the user to the home page. A pop-up window appears over the home page to show a progress bar of the number of modules acquired during the update.
Tapping the X button clears the pop-up from the active area.
Inventory update must be done whenever a module is removed from the system. The system is polled
with respect to the following scenarios:
• Module has failed and is no longer able to communicate, or
• User has removed a module from the system.
FL + TC
54.00V
250A
Alarm Indication
Inventory Update
Rectier Report
Converter Report
Return to previous screen
Figure 16 — Update (inventory) and report selection screen
4.7. 2 Rectifier Report (Converter Report similar)
Tap the Rectifier Report button to generate a report of all acquired modules in the system.
A new operations window appears with a list of the rectifiers in the system. The first column lists the serial
numbers of the modules. The report then displays the current output (A) of each module (or toggle for %
of maximum output) and the number of active alarms. The right most column displays the number of settings out of tolerance (OOT per web interface).
FL + TC
Rectier (or Converter) Locate Feature
Once a module is selected, the (module)
LEDs ash briey.
Select a module and then tap View
Details to produce a new window
with pull-down menus showing all of
the alarms and settings that are out of
tolerance
Figure 17 — Rectifier (or Converter) report screen
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Report headings for serial number, current
display (% or A), number of alarms and settings out of tolerance (OOT)
A value of ‘---‘ indicates Comms Lost
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4.7. 3 Basic Programming Example
For details of the settings in the RECTIFIERS\ CONFIGURE SETTINGS menu, see 6.3.2:
1. Use the navigation arrows to scroll to the item that is to be changed; e.g. FLOAT VOLTAGE.
2. Enter a new value using the CXC virtual numeric keypad, e.g., 54.00.
Download new settings to all connected rectifiers:
3. Click the check mark in the lower right hand corner to return to MAIN MENU navigation screen.
4. Press the OPTION button to evoke the SAVE/LOGOUT pop-up window.
5. Select SAVE to save the new settings or select LOGOUT to clear. A pop-up window appears to
confirm the selection.
4.8 Voltage Mode Status and Temp Comp Settings
The Mode Status displays the current mode of operation:
• Float (FL)
• Equalize (EQ)
• Boost (BST)
• Battery test (BT)
The mode and temperature compensation (TC) appear in the upper left corner. The time duration, until
the mode changes, may also appears in that active area.
Refer to sections 4.9 to 4 .12 for a description of the voltage modes.
Mode Status
To change modes:
1. Tap the Mode Status active area to enter the mode selection screen.
2. In the screen that appears, tap the required mode button.
3. Tap the check mark button in the lower right corner to verify the selection and return to the previous
screen.
The icon for the new mode now displays in the upper left corner of the GUI.
Mode (+Temp Comp) display
Mode Selection buttons
Additional functions display
here; such as, countdowns and
status of battery runtime
FL + TC
54.00V
Battery Voltage Mode
FL
Periodic Auto-EQ Disabled
Auto BT Disabled
EQ BT
250A
BST
Battery Voltage and Load Current display
Alarm Indication
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Verify action and return
to previous screen
Figure 18 — Mode selection screen
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4.9 Float (FL) Mode
FL is the CXC default mode at start up and during normal system operation. In this mode, the rectifier’s
charge (or output) voltage is driven by the float voltage setting found in the CXC Rectifiers menu, see
6.3.2. Do not adjust the float voltage of the rectifiers when they are in Current Limit.
4.10 Equalize (EQ) Mode
Use the equalize mode to equalize charge a battery string. In this mode, the rectifier’s charge (or output)
voltage is driven by the equalize voltage setting found in the CXC Rectifiers menu, see 6.3.2
A maximum time limit for equalize charging can be programmed to prevent accidental over-charge of a
battery string. This limit is determined by the setting found in the EQ Timeout menu, see 6. 3. 2.1 0 . Do not
adjust the equalize level of the rectifiers while they are in Current Limit.
When operating in EQ mode, the text below the Mode Selection buttons (Figure 18) displays the time
until FL mode in hours.
4.11 Boost (BST) Mode
This feature provides the supervisor with the means to equalize charge the battery at a higher voltage
relative to the connected load. Activation is manual and certain conditions must be met to prevent damage to the load. A custom alarm must be created to include all the desired factors that must be taken into
account before activating BST mode. This mode will then only be permitted if the alarm is false.
Once activated, BST mode concludes with a timeout or whenever the status of the custom alarm is true
and reverts to FL mode. BST mode can also be cancelled if the conditions required to activate BST mode
have changed.
4.12 Battery Discharge Test or Battery Test (BT) Mode
The battery discharge test is used to update the status of the lead acid battery capacity.
Manual Activation Manually initiated (tap Mode Selection area and then
BT button) (Figure 18)
Auto-BT Feature BT can be set to run automatically on a periodic basis.
4.12 .1 Definitions
• End/Terminal Voltage — The voltage at which the test ends.
• Timeout — The maximum time the test can run before it is aborted.
• Period in Days — The time between each Auto-BT.
• Battery On Discharge (BOD) Alarm — indicates the battery is discharging.
4.12 . 2 Tips on Using the BT Mode
Use Charge Current Control (6.5.2) to limit the battery recharge current to the battery manufacturer’s
specified maximum value.
The resultant battery capacity estimate will be more accurate if the test is started when the battery is fully
charged. If a discharge has occurred within the last 96 hours, when a mode change to BT is selected, a
dialog box will prompt the user to confirm the mode change.
During a test, the runtime hours are accessible through the Analog Signals display or Mode Status
screen. The runtime hours reflect the time remaining in the test.
The runtime is displayed after the start of an outage and when a BOD condition is detected; i.e., battery
is sourcing current and voltage is below open circuit.
When a test is started by the remote BT feature, the battery log will show “Remote BT” in the Event Type
column.
The Supervisor can enable or disable the feature in
(BATTERIES) BATTERY TEST\AUTO-BT menu. See
section 6.5.4.
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The BT depth of discharge (DOD) can be accessed via the Analog Signals Display; provides an additional indication of test progress.
BT information is available via the CXC battery log web page when a test is in progress. In addition, the
new battery capacity estimate can be accessed via the Analog Signals display at any time before, during
or after the test.
4.12 . 3 BT Initiation
When the test begins, an entry is made in the event log. If enabled, an alarm provides a warning to indicate that a Battery Test is in progress.
The test will continue, depending on the type of rectifier in use, in accordance with the following algorithms (as applied to lead acid batteries):
Algorithm 1 — For rectifiers that support Battery Test (BT) mode:
1. A command is sent to put the rectifiers into BT mode.
2. BT mode runs for the period set as Timeout or until BT End Voltage is reached.
Algorithm 2 — For (Pathfinder) rectifiers that do not support BT mode:
1. Rectifiers are commanded to go to nominal voltage.
2. The rectifiers are periodically scanned to be sure that they do not begin sourcing current. When 3%
DOD is reached and the rectifiers are still not sourcing current, the rectifiers are turned off.
3. The rectifier float setting is reset to the setting stored in the system controller.
4. When the system voltage reaches the end (termination) voltage or a timeout occurs, the system
controller will command the rectifiers to turn ON and enter FL mode.
4.12 .4 Activity During BT Mode
Temp Comp and Power Save features are suspended during a battery test.
When the battery is discharging, a BOD alarm is active.
During a test, the mode symbol in the upper left corner of the GUI updates to “BT.”
Runtime estimate begins at 3% DOD.
Capacity estimate also begins at 3% DOD, but is not stored unless DOD > 20%; the point at which reasonable accuracy can be assured.
4.12 . 5 AC Failure During BT Mode
If the AC fails during a battery test, the test will be aborted. This will place the rectifiers into a state that
will enable them to resume providing power to the load when AC returns. If the Runtime is being displayed, it will continue to update.
4.12 .6 Addition of Rectifiers During BT Mode
If rectifiers are added to the system when a battery test is active, they will be placed into the same state
as the other rectifiers. They are:
• Placed into BT mode (for rectifiers that support BT mode), or
• Placed into remote shutdown, or
• Set to the same voltage as the other rectifiers.
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4.12 .7 Conditions to Watch for During BT Mode
If the voltage drops below 47 V before or when 3% DOD is reached, the test is aborted and the battery
capacity is set to 0% (resulting in a Battery Capacity Low alarm). This provides an indication that the battery is very weak . The battery capacity must be manually reset to 100%, or to the percentage of expected battery capacity before the next battery test is started, in order for the battery monitor to again attempt
to compute the battery capacity.
If rectifiers are seen to be sourcing current during the test and the battery ceases to be discharging, the
test is aborted.
4.12 . 8 Cancelling BT Mode
BT mode can be cancelled by changing mode to FL or EQ (see section 4.8).
4.12 .9 Battery Discharge Test Completion
The test is considered complete once the battery begins to charge. This could be due to the test ending
from timeout, the system reaching the end (termination) voltage or an abort condition.
Once the battery begins to charge, the recharge cycle begins. Live battery recharge information is available from the battery log web page.
4.12 .10 Remote BT Mode
This feature will force a transition to BT mode when a user-defined condition (custom alarm) is true.
When this condition is true, BT mode is entered regardless of the regular safety checks that are performed during manual or automatic changes to BT mode. BT mode stays active as long as the condition
remains true.
A check box is used to enable/disable this feature. The default is disabled. If the condition is true and the
check box is disabled, then the system will be put into FL mode.
If the condition becomes false, disabled, invalid, or the (assigned custom alarm) equation is empty, the
system will be put into FL mode.
This feature is exclusive for the Cordex series of rectifiers. If Remote BT is active and a rectifier other than
the Cordex series is added to the system then Remote BT will be aborted.
4.13 Communications
For the web interface, refer to Section 9.1 to set up network connections.
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5. Operating with the Web and Panel PC Interface
5.1 Communication Settings
The web interface and panel PC are alike except for the communication settings to connect to the CXCU:
5.1.1 Web Interface
Refer to Section 9.1 to set up network connections between a remote PC and the CXC.
5.1. 2 Panel PC
Direct Connection
For a direct connection to the CXCU, verify that you are using a cross over cable. Configure your local
area network connection as follows:
1. Power up the panel PC.
2. Tap the Configuration (wrench) icon.
3. On the IP Protocol Settings tab, verify the following settings:
a. IP address is 10.10.10.202
b. Subnet Mask is 255.255.255.0
4. Make changes if necessary and click Apply.
NOTE: Changing the IP address of the Panel PC requires a restart of the Panel PC. A warning message
appears below the screen.
http://10.10.10.201/
Obtain an IP Address Using DHCP
Use the following IP Address
IP Address:
Subnet Mask:
Default Gateway:
Figure 19 — Panel PC IP settings
10. 10. 10. 202
255. 255. 255. 0
Application SettingsCXC Connection SettingsIP Protocol SettingsConnection Status
Cancel Apply
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5. In the CXC Connection Settings tab, verify the IP Address of the CXCU is 10.10.10.201.
6. Tap Navigate To. The Home screen (Figure 21) appears.
http://10.10.10.201/
Application SettingsCXC Connection SettingsIP Protocol SettingsConnection Status
5.2 Getting Started
The following diagram shows navigation options available from the home page.
Alarm Cutoff
(ALCO)
Search
Select>>
Cordex Controller IP AddressSearch For Connected Controller:
10. 10. 10. 201
Cancel Apply
Figure 20 — Cordex Controller IP address
Scroll displayed
Active
Alarms
alarms
Navigate to
Alarms > View
Live Status
Alarm
Severit y
System>
Select Voltage
Mode
Number of Acquired
Rectiers
Inverters >
View Live
Rectiers >
View Live
Status
Inverter Mode = DC
to AC conversion
Line Mode = AC to
AC conversion
Number of
Acquired
Inverters
Figure 21 — Home Screen (Web Interface)
Signals > View
Live Status
Systems > View
Live Status
Status
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5.3 Login
CAUTION: Basic authentication is cached in Firefox and the Panel PC. You must close the browser
window to clear password information and prevent unauthorized access.
Clicking any of the Home Screen icons, shown in 2.1, results in a login screen.
Login with your own name.
Anyone denied access will
know you’re logged on and the
time you spent logged in will
show up in the events log.
A Supervisor can both navigate through the menus and change values.
A User can navigate and change voltage modes (Main Menu > System > Select Voltage Mode).
A Viewer can navigate through the menus but can't make any changes.
Default Passwords:
Viewer 0000
User 5678
Supervisor 1234
Figure 22 — Login Screen - Web Interface
5.4 Language Selection
Click the Language icon on the home page (2.1) and select a language from the list.
The CXC can be set up for a maximum of three languages (two defaults plus one other). Language files
can be uploaded from www.alpha.ca (pending availability).
5.5 Saving Changes
The following two screens show the two steps required to save a change. (This example shows a change
to the user interface.)
1
Click the Save icon.
2
Click Accept.
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Figure 23 — Saving Changes - Web Interface
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5.6 Date & Time
1. Select Controller > Date and Time from the main menu:
2. Fill in the date and time.Click the Save icon.
Figure 24 — Date & Time - Web Interface
5.6 .1 Configuring SNTP (Simple Network Time Protocol) Service
1. On a laptop or PC, view Date and Time in the Control Panel. Use the pull-down menu to select the
correct time zone. The Pacific time zone, for example, requires a time zone adjustment in the CXC of
–8:00.
2. In the CXC GUI, select Main Menu > Controller > Date and Time. Click the Enable SNTP Service
checkbox.
3. Enter the target IP Address for the SNTP source.
4. In the Time Zone Adjustment field, use the + or - button in addition to the pull-down menu to enter
the time zone adjustment.
5. Click the Save icon and Accept the changes.
6. Click Get Time Now to synchronize.
5.7 Alarm Display and Configuration
5.7.1 View Alarms
Major alarms are visible on the home screen. Use the up/ down arrows to scroll through the active
alarms.
Figure 25 — Alarms - Home page
Click the right most arrow on the home screen to display all alarms. Alternatively select Alarms > View
Live Status from the main menu.
5.7. 2 Alarm History
Select Alarms > View Live Status from the main menu. Then click Cleared Alarm History.
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Figure 26 — Alarms history
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5.7. 3 Silence all Alarms
Click the speaker icon to acknowledge active alarms. This may silence the buzzer and revert the alarm
relay to normal state depending on the global alarm configuration.
To configure global alarm parameters, select Alarms > Global Alarm Configuration from the main menu.
5.7. 4 Configure Alarms
Select Alarms > Configure Alarms from the main menu. See section 6.6 for a description of the alarm
parameters.
Ensure that the operating levels (e.g., input/output voltage, converter voltage, etc.) are within the operating parameters of the alarm and control thresholds.
Figure 27 — Configure Alarms – Web Interface
5.8 Converters
Select Converters > View Live Status for status report and alarms.
Select Converters > Configure Converters to set the rectifier parameters. Refer to section 6.2for a description of the parameters.
5.9 Rectifiers
Select Rectifiers > View Live Status for status report and alarms.
Select Rectifiers > Configure Rectifiers to set the rectifier parameters. Refer to section 6.3 for a description of the parameters.
Other menu options are Inventory Update, Power Save and Rectifier Phase Mapping—all of which are
described in section 6.3.
5.10 Inverters
Select Inverters > View Live Status for status report and alarms. Refer to Table A for menu options and
section 6.4 for a description of the parameters.
5.11 Battery Mode and Temp Comp Settings
Select System> Select Voltage Mode to change voltage mode. Refer to section Figure 3 for a description
of all battery parameters.
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Figure 28 — Select Voltage Mode – Web Interface
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5.12 Resetting the CXCU Controller
5.12 .1 Soft Reset or Power Down
A soft reset enables the CXC to finish saving files to flash
memory before a power down or restart.
From the main menu
To reset or power down the controller, select Controller >
Reset from the main menu and wait for the Reset Now pop-up
to appear.
CAUTION!
During reset, the Controller may need to run a defragmentation cycle. Cycling of the LEDs on
the controller front panel indicate that defragmentation is in progress. A full defragmentation
can take up to 20 minutes to perform. DO NOT POWER DOWN the CXC during this time.
From the controller front panel
The controller front panel has two reset buttons – both are recessed and require a stylus or pen to initiate the reset.
The upper reset button has two modes of operation. When
pressed momentarily, the unit beeps twice and then the microprocessor resets. The LEDs flash as the CXC performs a selftest
before returning to normal operating mode.
To reset the IP address, press and hold the front panel reset button for three seconds. The unit will beep three times, reset the IP
address to 10.10.10.201 and disable DHCP. The settings are saved
and the unit resets.
Soft reset
button
Hard reset
button
5.12 . 2 Hard Reset
If the controller is hung up, a hard reset can be initiated by pressing the lower reset button. No files are
saved to flash memory.
5.13 Saving Configuration Files
When all changes are made, select Main Menu > Logs and Files > Manage Configuration File to save the
configuration file:
Figure 29 — Manage Configuration File – Web Interface
Figure 30 — CXCU controller
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5.14 Summary of Menu Navigation
Table A — Web Interface Menu Structure
Menu Sub-Menu Menu Sub-Menu
System
x View Live Status
x Configure System
x Select Voltage Mode
x Upgrade Firmware
x User Inventory
x System Inventory
x Inventory Update
Controller
x View Live Status
x Factory Information
x Date and Time
x Temperature Units
x Upgrade Software
x Upgrade Bootloader
x Reset
Converters
Rectifiers
Alarms
x View Live Status
x Configure Converters
x View Live Status
x Configure Rectifiers
x Inventory Update
x Power Save
x Rectifier Phase Mapping
x View Live Status
x Configure Alarms
x Global Alarm Configuration
Inverters
Batteries
Signals
x View Live Status
x View Group Status
x Group Mapping
x Set Inputs
x Set Output
x General Settings
x Manage Config File
x Auto DC Priority
x View Live Status
x Configure Batteries
x Battery Information
x View Live Status
x Configure Signals
x Configure Data Logging
Controls
Hardware
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x View Live Status
x Configure Controls
x Configure Relays
x Test Relay
x Test Modem
x Change Password
x Customize User Interface
Communications
Logs and Files
x View Live Status
x Configure Communication Pa-
rameters
x Event Notification Destination
x SNMP Configuration
x Retrieve Logs
x Manage Editable Text Files
x Manage Configuration File
x Manage Language Files
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6. System Configuration: Programming and Adjustments
The CXC menu structure (Figure 7) consists of two basic components: Menu Categories and Sub-Menu
Items. This chapter describes each of the CXC menu items, including alarms, controls and configuration
items. They are arranged, as they appear in the touch screen menus subject to product enhancements.
Items specific to the CXC web interface are indicated separately.
6.1 System Info
This menu category consists of factory, site and system data. Information pertaining to the CXC, the
related site and system can be accessed here. The Supervisor can set parameters; such as, system
number (Figure 33), system serial number, and temperature display units (Figure 34).
Sub Menu Action
System Conguration System Voltage [12V, 24V, 48V, 125V, 220V]
CAN Device FW Upgrade Use Firmware [perform upgrade]
Set ADIO Module Number [1-16] Select and map the order number in which CAN-enabled system devices,
Site Information System Number, Serial Number, Contact Information
Temperature Units [C / F] Selection of Centrigrade or Fahrenheit units
Factory Information Unit Serial, Hardware Rev. Ethernet/ MAC Address
For the web interface, this section is divided into two separate menu items: System and Controller. The
System menu allows configuration of the contact and system information, selection of the voltage mode,
upgrading the firmware, and setting of the ADIO module number. See sections 6.1.1 through 6 .1. 4 .
The Controller menu allows setting of the date and time (4.3), selection of temperature units (6.1. 5 ), and
display of factory information (6.1.6 ). In addition, the menu links are located here to upgrade the Bootloader and Software. A remote reset of the CXC can also be commanded via a link on this page.
6.1.1 System Configuration
Use the pull-down menu to select the system voltage.
CAUTION: This item affects all system settings that pertain to the system voltage including
LVD levels.
Load from Device (get rmware]
such as Battery Cell Monitor (BCM), are to appear in the CXC menus
Factory Notes
6.1. 2 CAN Device Firmware (FW) Upgrade [Cordex Series only]
This menu item enables the Supervisor to select, transfer and upgrade firmware for the CAN-enabled
system devices, such as Shunt Multiplexer (MUX) or CXRC rectifier shown in the following example:
1. Select Load From Device to see a list of Acquired Devices (or select the X icon to cancel entry and
close window).
2. Select device from list. Get Firmware produces
a message window prompting accept (or cancel).
3. Select Accept to proceed with firmware transfer. Select the X icon (in the message window) when
transfer is complete.
4. Select Use Firmware to see a list of Upgrade Devices.
5. Use the check box to select/deselect device from list. Perform Upgrade produces a message
window prompting accept (or cancel).
6. Select Accept to proceed with firmware upgrade. Rectifier LEDs flash in sequence to indicate data
transfer. Select the X icon when the upgrade is complete.
OR
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7. Repeat the steps above choosing Shunt MUX as required.
Figure 31 — Firmware upgrade procedure
6.1. 3 Set ADIO Module Number
The Supervisor can select and map the order number in which CAN-enabled system devices, such as
Battery Cell Monitor (BCM), are to appear in the CXC menus; shown in the examples below:
Select module
for mapping; e.g.
module 2
The module number
is important when any
of the signals from an
ADIO device is used for
custom signals or data
logging.
Figure 32 — ADIO Modules and Swap Modules windows
When replacing ADIO modules, assign the new identical device with the same ADIO module number of
the old device. This numbering preserves the functionality of any equations that use signals originating
on the old device.
6.1. 4 Site Information
Identical elds
exist in the LCD
for the entr y and
display of site
information.
Discard changes
and return to previous screen
Tap arrows to increase or decrease
value as required
Accept changes
and return to previous screen
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Figure 33 — Site Information and Contact Information windows – Web
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6.1. 5 Temperature Units
This menu item enables the Supervisor to select the temperature display units (Celsius or Fahrenheit).
For the web interface, select Main Menu > Controller > Temperature Units.
Figure 34 — Temperature Units selection window
6.1. 6 Factory Information
The CXC factory unit default values are displayed here. Use the scroll bar to navigate the list of text items
for viewing; i.e., Unit Serial, Hardware Rev., Ethernet/MAC Address and Factory Notes.
For the web interface, select Main Menu > Controller > Factory Information.
6.1.7 User Inventory (Web Interface Only)
This page enables the user to enter data for up to 20 inventory items. When entering data, the tab key
may be used to move the cursor from one data entry box to the next. Figure 35 below:
Select from the pull-down menu
Accept change and return to previous screen
Figure 35 — User Inventory window (web interface only)
6.1. 8 System Inventory (Web Interface Only)
This page enables the user to view a single list of all CAN connected devices, user inventory items, and
battery information items. See Figure 36 below:
Select pull-down menu for
device details:
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Figure 36 — System Inventory window (web interface only)
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6.2 Converters
This menu category consists of converter alarms and controls. Parameters can be set/accessed such as
output voltage, OVP, high/low voltage alarms, and start delay.
The converter defaults are based on the system voltage of either 24 or 48 VDC.
At present, the converter software does not support:
• Two types of converters simultaneously
• 12, 125, and 220 VDC systems.
Other features include:
Active voltage control Inventory update
Converter locate Loadsharing
Firmware upgrade Major and minor alarms
6. 2.1 Converter Report
This feature provides the user with a list report (see 4. 7. 2 , Figure 17) of all acquired converters in the
system. The first column lists the serial numbers of the converters. The report then displays the output
current of each converter under the Amps column (or toggle for % of maximum output) and the number
of active alarms under the Alarms column (if that converter is issuing an alarm). The right most column
displays the number of settings out of tolerance.
Select a converter and tap View Details to produce another list showing details of the entire converter
alarms and settings that are out of tolerance.
6.2.2 Configure Settings
This feature allows the user to configure settings (via menu items) for all of the acquired converters in the
system; such as:
Output Voltage Start Delay
OVP Enable CL Alarm
Input Voltage Shutdown Input Voltage Restart
6.3 Rectifiers
This menu category consists of rectifier alarms and controls. Parameters can be set/accessed such as
float/equalize voltages, high/low voltage alarms, and start delay.
6.3 .1 Rectifier Report
This feature provides a list report (see 4 .7. 2 , Figure 17), of all acquired rectifiers in the system. The first
column lists the serial numbers of the rectifiers. The report then displays the output current of each rectifier under the Amps column (or toggle for % of maximum output) and the number of active alarms under
the Alarms column (if that rectifier is issuing an alarm). The right most column displays the number of
settings out of tolerance (OOT per web interface).
Select a rectifier and tap View Details to produce another list showing details of the entire rectifier alarms
and settings that are out of tolerance.
6.3.2 Configure Settings
This feature allows the user to configure settings (via menu items) for all of the acquired rectifiers in the
system.
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Figure 37 — Configure Settings (rectifiers) window
The menu items described below can be configured via a virtual numeric keypad ( ) or by toggling the
listed item. For a basic programming example, see 4.7. 3.
6.3 .2.1 Float (FL) Voltage
The Supervisor can set the system BATTERY VOLTAGE (measured at an analog input channel) to the
desired float voltage value. Float voltage charges the battery string and supplies the load. Normally, the
power system will operate in the float mode. This setting should have a minimum of LVD + 1 V and a
maximum of OVP – 1 V.
6.3.2.2 Equalize (EQ) Voltage
The Supervisor can set the system BATTERY VOLTAGE (measured at an analog input channel) to the desired equalize voltage value. Equalize voltage charges the battery string at a higher than normal voltage
to either recharge batteries after a power failure or to balance individual cell voltages. Periodic equalizing
of the battery string may be required to optimize battery performance and life. This setting should have a
minimum of LVD + 1 V and a maximum of OVP – 1 V.
Discard changes and return to
previous screen
Sliders and scroll bars are used
for navigation Select menu item to
congure
Accept changes and return to
previous screen
6.3.2.3 Battery Test (BT) Voltage
The Supervisor can set the Battery (Discharge) Test Voltage to the desired value during the test (mode).
This setting should have a minimum of LVD + 1 V.
6.3.2.4 Safe Voltage
The Supervisor can set the default system voltage (Safe Mode) in the event that communications to Cordex rectifiers should fail. See 2.5 for more details about this feature.
6.3.2.5 OVP Voltage
The Supervisor can program one OVP setting for all connected rectifiers. OVP will disable a rectifier that
outputs an abnormally high voltage.
6.3.2.6 Low Voltage Alarm (LVA)
The Supervisor can program one LVA setting for all connected rectifiers. LVA serves as a warning to the
user indicating that output voltage is dropping.
6.3.2.7 High Voltage Alarm (HVA)
The Supervisor can program one HVA setting for all connected rectifiers.
HVA serves as a warning to the user indicating that output voltage is rising. This value should be less
than the OVP setting in order for the HVA to work effectively.
6.3.2.8 Current Limit (CL)
This menu item sets the level as a percentage at which current limiting activates in all connected rectifiers. Current limiting is a primary response to output over current situations. If the output current on the
rectifiers exceeds the current limit setting, their output voltage will automatically decrease but will maintain the current output at the current limit level. This prevents potential damage to the rectifiers.
If the CXC finds rectifiers in the system that cannot meet the default current limit value, the CXC will correct its default limit setting to match the rectifiers.
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6.3.2.9 Power Limit (PL)
This menu item sets the level as a percentage at which power limiting activates in all connected Cordex
rectifiers.
6.3 .2.10 EQ Timeout
This menu item controls the maximum equalize time setting for all connected rectifiers. This control is
designed to prevent accidental over-charge of the batteries. CXC will send the command to change the
equalize time-out setting in all the rectifiers.
6.3. 2.11 BT Timeout
This menu item controls the maximum duration of the Battery Test.
6.3 .2.12 Slope (Pathfinder rectifiers only)
This menu item sets all connected rectifiers to the same slope adjustment value. Slope determines the
regulation percentage of the current between rectifiers in a group. When load sharing is initialized, CXC
will send commands to the rectifiers to try to adjust their output voltage within this slope range. The rectifiers should have their output voltage as close to being equal, in order to balance (or share) the load
current between them.
6.3 .2.13 Backlight Timeout (Pathfinder rectifiers w/LCD only)
This menu item controls the amount of time of GUI inactivity permitted before the rectifier automatically
turns off the LCD backlight.
6.3 .2.14 Security Code (Pathfinder rectifiers w/LCD only)
The Supervisor can program one security access code for all connected rectifiers. CXC logs in each of
the rectifiers as Factory Access and sends the direct command to change the access code.
6.3 .2.15 Module Start Delay
This menu item controls the stagger-start timer for all connected rectifiers.
With start delay, rectifiers start up in a time-delayed sequence. This prevents excessive loading of the
AC source. For example, setting a start delay time of 5 seconds will cause rectifier#1 to start at 1 second, rectifier#2 at 5 seconds, rectifier#3 at 10 seconds, etc. In the case where the start delay exceeds
the maximum range, the next rectifier in sequence will start its delay at zero and increment again by the
value specified in this menu item.
When the rectifier Module Start Delay is set to 0 s, all the rectifiers start with a 0 sec delay.
6.3 .2.16 System Start Delay
This menu item controls the amount of time, in seconds, before the stagger-start timer commences, see
the previous section.
6.3 .2.17 Soft Start Ramp Rate (Cordex rectifiers only)
The Supervisor can select the soft start ramp rate (normal or fast). Current limit ramps up at about
t12%/sec during normal soft start and 100%/sec during fast.
For systems without batteries, select the Fast setting for the Soft Start Ramp Rate.
6.3 .2.18 Temp Display Scale (Pathfinder rectifiers w/LCD only)
The Supervisor can select the temperature display scale (Celsius or Fahrenheit).
6.3 .2.19 Check to Enable
The Supervisor can toggle (enable or disable) the following list of items:
• CL and PL Alarm
• Remote Shutdown (Cordex rectifiers only; affects operation of Power Save, see below)
• Local Access Alarm (Pathfinder rectifiers w/LCD only)
• Ramp Test (Cordex rectifiers only)
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6.3.3 Power Save
The Supervisor can improve operational efficiency when conditions warrant by running only the necessary number of rectifiers. The remote shutdown setting (enable or disable) affects correct operation of the
Power Save feature. See also 2.6 for more details.
6.3.3.1 Enable
The Supervisor can control the CXC Power Save feature.
6.3.3.2 Redundant Rectifiers
The Supervisor can specify the number of extra rectifiers to turn on.
6.3.3.3 Max (Maximum) Power Usage
The Supervisor can specify the percentage (of maximum power usage) per rectifier module used in the
computation of the Power Save feature. This works to avoid rectifiers operating continuously at greater
than the set limit (i.e. 95%) and going into current limit frequently due to load surges or power limit conditions; such as, low line voltage or high temperature.
6.3.3.4 Phase Mapping
The user can assign or map a rectifier per input signal for individual phase voltage readings:
Assign/map a rectier per Phase R, S, and T
(radio buttons) for the respective signal
Discard changes and return to
previous screen
Tap Locate and the LEDs of the selected rectier
will ash to enable the user to determine the phase
connection
Accept changes and return to
previous screen
Figure 38 — Phase Mapping (rectifiers) window
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6.4 Inverters
The inverter menus are only available from the controller web interface.
6.4 .1 View live status
• Lists all the currently active inverter specific and system alarms. Table R provides a description of
alarms and possible solutions.
• Lists of all acquired inverters in the system.
• Can be used to locate a physical rectifier in a shelf
The user can re-assign the
inverter module number in
the repor t, for example, to
correspond with its physical
location on the shelf.
Selecting a module number
that is already used will swap
the two modules.
Select a row to send a locate com-
mand. The inverter module LEDs
will blink momentarily
Figure 39 — View live status web interface
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6.4.2 Group Mapping and View Group Status
Configuration of AC Input Groups
Use this interface to assign inverters to input phases (Inverters > Group Mapping).
The logical approach is to match the configuration of inverters in the AC Input Groups to the configuration of inverters in the AC Output Groups as shown in Figure 40.
The AC Output Groups of an inverter in the ON state cannot be changed. The radio buttons for that
inverter AC output group remain disabled until the inverter is turned OFF. All inverter modules can be
turned ON or OFF simultaneously with the button under the System Power heading.
The number of columns increase when groups are added and decrease when groups are removed.
Adding/removing groups (columns) may take a few seconds to update the screen. Changing the radio buttons (rows) will also take time to apply the changes; for example, approximately two seconds
for one inverter and up to ten seconds for the maximum 32 inverters.
Ensure phases are congured correctly before
mapping inver ters in the new groups and turning them on.
Clicking the black
Flash Module Light
icon to the left of
the module number
causes the LEDs on
the inverter module to
blink briefly.
green
black
red
orange
Figure 40 — Group mapping interface
The groups of inverters can then be monitored as a unit in the View Group Status screen.
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Loading ratio % value for AC
Output Groups is the higher
value of the two – kW and kVA.
Figure 41 — Monitoring AC Input Groups, AC Output Groups and DC Input Groups
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Configuration of DC input Groups
The configuration of the DC input to the inverters provides several different ways to monitor DC input
power and input current.
For bulk monitoring, assign all inverters to DC Input Group 1.
For a system with two or more battery strings, refer to the power system manual for specific configuration
details.
6.4.3 Set Output
Set the number of inverters in each phase of your
system. Match the AC input phase to the corresponding AC output phase.
Figure 42 — DC Input Groups
1. Number of Modules: Enter the total number
of inverter modules that will be installed for that
phase.
2. Redundancy: Enter the number of inverter
modules that will provide redundant power for
that phase (used to provide system warnings).
3. Phase Shift: Enter the phase shift for each
output group in your system configuration
1 2 3
Single phase ° 0 N/A N/A
Split phase (120/240 V) ° 0 180 N/A
2-pole (120/208) ° 0 120 N/A
3-phase (120/208 V) ° 0 120 240
4. Nominal Output Voltage: Enter 120 for all
phases.
5. Press Submit.
Figure 43 — Set Output (Split Phase System)
CAUTION!
The value entered in the Nominal Output Voltage eld can change the actual AC output voltage of the inverters. Setting this value to anything other than 120 V will render the UL/CSA
approval invalid.
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6.4.4 General Settings
The following table describes some of the less obvious fields in the General Settings menu:
Table B — General Settings Parameters
Field Values Description
ACin Mode Normal (default), Safe Normal running in AC/AC mode. Safe: ACin inlet
Short Circuit Voltage Threshold 20 to 100 Vac, default:
Short Circuit Hold Time 0.1 to 600 sec, default:
Booster 10 x Iine (0 : OFF, 1 : ON) The Booster option generates a current of 10 x Iine
Max current (as percentage of
nominal current).
Max power (as percentage of
nominal current).
Max Overload Duration 0 to 15 (default) sec Maximum time duration when the module can run
Synchronization Tracking Speed -2 very fast
80 Vac
60 sec
100-110%
100-110%
-1 fast
0 normal (default)
1 slow
2 very slow
relay is open and so the system is insulated from the
Mains.
Minimum voltage threshold where module considers
that output is in short circuit.
Time duration when the module tries to eliminate the
short-circuit existing on the output. When this time
expires and the voltage is less than the Short Circuit
Voltage Threshold, the module stops.
for 20ms in case of short-circuit.
with overload
Speed with which the module tries to synchronize
ACout
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Figure 44 — Inverters – General Settings
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6.4.5 Set Inputs
This submenu enables the supervisor to set the AC and DC input parameters shown in the following
screen capture:
Select Submit to save changes. Select Discard to discard all changes made (including invalid settings).
Figure 46 — Set input window
6.4.6 Manage Configuration File
The inverter settings have their own configuration file and are not part of the full site configuration file.
Refer to factory default tables: Table P, Table Q, and Table R.
1. To transfer Inverter Settings to another system, first save the inverter configuration file to a local disc
(Main Menu > Inverters > Manage Config File).
2. Then upload the file to the system at another site.
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2
Figure 45 — Inverters – Manage Configuration File
WARNING : Modifying the configuration settings, using a text editor, can have dire consequences and
should be undertaken by advanced users only.
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6.4.7 Auto DC Priority
The inverters can be configured to switch to DC Priority mode when a custom alarm is tripped. The alarm
can be triggered by a digital input such as a signal from an alternative energy source – a fuel cell perhaps that has just switched on.
When the custom alarm activates, the CXC automatically switches the inverters to draw from DC power
as much as possible. When the alarm is deactivated, the command is sent to return to AC Priority. (Custom alarms are configured from Alarms-> Configure Alarms.)
If the inverters are in DC Priority with the alarm still active, disabling Auto DC Priority does not cause the
inverters to revert to AC. (In addition, this action blocks the alarm input so the inverters will never automatically revert to AC.)
The correct approach is to switch the Input Source manually to AC in Inverters > General Settings. The
manual setting overrides the Auto DC Priority setting.
Figure 47 — Inverters – Auto DC Priority
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Figure 48 — Inverters – Auto DC Priority
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6.4.8 Inverter Alarms
NOTE:
The real time clock of the inverter controller (T2S) is synchronized with the Cordex controller
RTC.
6.4 .8 .1 Event log reporting
Alarms reported by T2S are reported in the event logs.
Figure 49 — T2S alarms in event logs
6.4.8.2 Retrieve Inverter History File
Inverter history les can be used by Alpha service people to troubleshoot inverter alarms. The submenu
Retrieve History File opens a page with a Save Inverter History File button to download the inverter alarm
history le to a local drive.
Figure 50 — Retrieve alarm history file
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6.5 Batteries
This menu category consists of battery controls. Parameters can be set/accessed, such as automatic
temperature compensation, auto equalize and battery current limit.
See Chapter 2 Standard Features for an explanation of temperature compensation and lead acid battery
auto equalization.
The descriptions in this section apply to both the LCD interface and the Web interface. For the web, select Main Menu > Batteries > Configure Batteries.
6.5.1 Temperature Compensation
The Battery Properties section (6.5.7) must be completed to
enable this feature.
Enable
Automatic battery temperature
compensation can be enabled in
equalize mode independently from
float mode.
Upper/Lower
Breakpoints
Temperature at which automatic
voltage changes in the system
will cease. There are voltage
and temperature values for both
breakpoints (upper and lower).
Battery Properties
(LCD only)
The Battery Properties button at the
bottom of the window links to the
Battery Properties window. The return
path is to this Temp Comp window.
6.4.9 Auto Equalize
EQ Duration
Duration of the auto equalize cycle, in hours.
The duration setting is also used in manual equalize mode. Consult the battery
manufacturer for suggested duration of equalize charge cycles.
Batteries > Configure Batteries
Figure 51 — Temperature
Compensation – Web
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Periodic Auto-EQ
Charge Auto-EQ
Battery Properties
(LCD only)
Enable Controls the CXC periodic auto equalize feature.
Interval Time between auto equalize charging of the battery string in days.
Consult the battery manufacturer for suggested equalize chargetime interval.
Enable Controls the Charge Auto Equalize
features.
Activation (High Voltage) Threshold Voltage at which the auto equalize
charging activates.
Arming (Low Voltage) Threshold Voltage at which the auto equalize
charging arms.
The Battery Properties button at the bottom of the Auto Equalize window links
to the Battery Properties window (see 6.5.7). The return path is to the Auto
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6.5.2 Charge Current Control (CCC)
Use Charge Current Control to limit the battery recharge current to the battery manufacturer’s specified
maximum value. The Battery Properties section (6.5.7) must be completed to enable the Charge Current
Control feature.
Dynamic CCC Trigger
Use the pull-down menu to select the event that triggers the Dynamic CCC feature (if enabled).
Enable
Charge Rate Limit
Enable Dynamic CCC
Battery Properties
(LCD only)
6.5.3 Battery Monitor
The Battery Properties section (6.5.7) must be completed to enable this feature.
Load Ty p e
Disconnect Voltage
Reset Battery
Monitor
Battery Properties
(LCD only)
Figure 52 — Charge Current Control – Web
Activiates the Charge Current Control (CCC) feature.
Amount of current that goes into the battery, which is dependent upon
parameter Capacity Rating (C) – see 6.5.7. The Charge Rate amount is
represented in amps (X) or as a C/X value (Capacity Rating/Charge Rate
Amps).
The Charge Rate Amps is recalculated if the Charge Rate C/X value or the
Capacity Rating is modified.
A separate set of Charge Rate Limit values can be input for the Dynamic CCC
feature.
The Battery Properties button at the bottom of the window links to the Battery
Properties window (see 6.5.7). The return path is to the Charge Current Control
window.
Select the type of load on the system: constant power, current, or resistive. This
is used for battery capacity calculations.
The disconnect voltage should be set to the value of the LVD that will
disconnect the battery from the load. The Battery Runtime algorithm uses this
value to calculate the hours remaining during an AC outage.
The Battery Monitor should be reset when installing new or different batteries.
The Battery Properties button at the bottom of the window links to the Battery
Properties window (see 6.5.7). The return path is to the Battery Monitor
window.
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6.5.4 Battery (Discharge) Test
The Battery Test (BT) is used to update the status of the battery capacity. It can be set to run automatically or can be initiated manually (via the Mode Selection button). See 4.12 for more details.
BT End Voltage
Auto BT
Scheduled BT
Remote BT Mode
Battery Properties
(LCD only)
BT Termination Voltage: Controls the end (or termination) voltage of the BT; +0.5
V above Rectifier BT Voltage is recommended.
Rectifier BT Voltage: Identical to the field of the same name in the Rectifier
configuration settings in 6.3.2 – a change in one alters the other. The Supervisor
can set the Rectifier BT Voltage to the desired value during the test (mode). This
setting should have a minimum of LVD + 1 V.
Rectifier BT Timeout: Identical to the field of the same name in the Rectifier
configuration settings in 6.3.2 – a change in one alters the other. Controls the
duration of the Battery Test.
Set the Interval time, in days, between automatic battery tests.
Use the Configure Schedule button to set up a schedule.
This feature will force a transition to BT mode when a user-defined condition
(custom alarm) is true.
Remote BT (Custom 1-20): This menu item enables the Supervisor to assign a
Custom Alarm number between 1 and 20. (Refer to 6.6.3 to configure custom
alarms.)
NOTE: This feature is exclusive to the Cordex series of rectifiers. If Remote BT
is active and a rectifier other than the Cordex series is added to the system then
Remote BT will be aborted.
The Battery Properties button at the bottom of the window links to the Battery
Properties window (see 6.5.7). The return path is to the BT window.
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Figure 53 — Battery Test - Web
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6.5.6 Battery Current Termination (BCT) Equalize
Refer to Section 2.9.3 for an overview of this feature.
Since the BC Threshold is in amps, it has to be set with caution as the battery current input has limited
accuracy. If it is too low, the threshold may never be reached. The threshold should be at least twice as
large as the jitter on the battery current input. If this limitation forces the threshold to be set higher than
desired, the BCT Duration can be increased slightly to compensate.
Enable
Duration
BC Threshold
Battery Properties
(LCD only)
6.5.5 Boost (BST) Mode
This feature provides the supervisor with the means to equalize charge the battery at a higher voltage
relative to the connected load. The transition to BST mode occurs when a user-defined condition (custom
alarm) is false.
NOTE: Activation is manual and certain conditions must be met to prevent damage to the load.
A custom alarm must be created to include all the desired factors that must be taken into account before
activating BST mode. This mode is only permitted if the alarm is false.
Once activated, BST mode concludes with a timeout or whenever the status of the custom alarm is true
and reverts to FL mode. BST mode can also be cancelled if the conditions that are required in order to
activate BST mode have changed.
Sets the CXC BCT Equalize feature
Duration of the BCT Equalize function
in hours
Threshold (in amps) for the battery
charging current that will trigger the
BCT Equalize function
The Battery Properties button at the
bottom of the window links to the
Battery Properties window (see 6.5.7).
The return path is to the BCT Equalize
window.
Figure 54 — Battery Current
Termination – Web
Enable
Voltage
Timeout
Inhibit
Battery Properties
(LCD only)
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Sets the CXC Boost Mode feature
Deviation of the Boost Mode voltage
Duration of the Boost Mode
Assign a Custom Alarm number between
1 and 20. (Refer to 6.6.3 to configure
custom alarms.)
The Battery Properties button at the
bottom of the window links to the Battery
Properties window (see 6.5.7). The return
path is to the Boost Mode window.
Figure 55 — Boost Mode – Web
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6.5.7 Battery Properties
The Battery Properties window contains information provided by the
battery manufacturer. This data is used by the Charge Current Control, Battery Monitor, and Temperature Compensation features.
Capacity Rating (20Hour Rate)
Capacity Calibration
Open Circuit Voltage
Peukert Number
Peukert Calculator
Specified total capacity of the battery
string (derived from battery manufacturer’s
specifications and should correspond to
the C/20 Capacity if possible). This value is
used in the calculations for charge current
control function and capacity estimation.
NOTE: If multiple strings are used, this
value represents the total combined
capacity of all battery strings summed
together.
A value that effectively “calibrates” the
Battery Capacity. This is necessary when
the batteries are first commissioned and
whenever an independent test is done to
Figure 57 — Battery Properties - Web
measure the battery’s capacity.
Sets the open circuit voltage (derived from battery manufacturer’s
specifications).
The Peukert number relates to the internal resistance of a battery and provides
an indication (inversely) of the expected capacity; that is, a lower number is
bet ter.
This number can be entered in two ways. If the battery manufacturer has
supplied a Peukert number, then it can be entered as a simple, one step
numeric entry.
If a Peukert number is not available, it must be calculated. This multi-step
process involves entering four numbers derived from battery manufacturer’s
specifications. Resulting Peukert number should be above 1.000 and below
2.000.
To calculate the Peukert number the Supervisor must enter unique values for
Peukert Time 1 and Peukert Time 2 and the corresponding discharge current
for each. This information is taken from the battery specification sheet. Typically,
time values of two hours and twenty hours provide the necessary data for the
Peukert number calculation.
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Temp Comp Slope
Number of Cells
Figure 56 — Battery Properties and Peukert Calculator windows
Desired temperature compensation slope
Number of battery cells per string
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6.5.8 Battery Information
The web interface provides a window to enter/view the manufacturer’s data for the batteries in the system; e.g., for inventory purposes. When entering data, the tab key can be used to move the cursor from
one data entry box to the next data entry box. See Figure 58.
This information is separate from the battery properties (see previous section) used for the existing battery management features of the CXC. The data must be obtained from the battery supplier and entered
by the CXC Supervisor.
Figure 58 — Battery Information web interface window
6.5.9 Battery Test Scheduler
This feature is only compatible with CXCM2e, CXCM4e, and other future "e" (Expanded Memory) CXC
controllers.
Click Batteries > Configure Batteries. The Battery Test window appears.
If neither of the two options is selected, no battery tests will be performed at a selected interval .
Select periodic
or scheduled battery tests
Time and date of the
next battery test if Enable Scheduled BT is
selected
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Enable Periodic BT
Set the time interval in days between battery tests.
Figure 61 — Periodic Battery Testing
Set the time interval in
days between battery
tests
Enable Scheduled BT
Click the Enable Scheduled BT checkbox. Click Configure Schedule to set the time and dates for future
battery tests.
Specify the start time
of the test in a 24-hour
clock format
Select either Day
of Month or Day of
Week
Select the months
that the test is to be
performed. No tests
are performed during
months that are not
selected.
If Day of Month is selected, specify
the day of the month that the test
is to be performed. If the specied
day is greater than the number of
days in a month, the test will be
performed on the last day of the
month.
If Day of Week is selected,
specify the rst, second,
third, or fourth occasion in a
month of the selected day of
the week. The test can only
be done once a month.
If Day of Week is selected,
specify the day of the week
that the test is to be performed.
Accept changes
and return to the
previous screen.
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Figure 60 — Scheduled Battery Testing
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6.6 Alarms
This menu category consists of power system alarms. Parameters can be set/accessed such as power
system high/low voltage alarms, AC Mains high/low voltage alarms, Supervisor programmable alarms
and alarm tone enable (audible alarm buzzer).
All voltage-related alarms (HVA 1 and 2, LVA 1 and 2) are based on voltage readings taken from the analog input channel for the power system’s BATTERY VOLTAGE.
See Table J for factory default settings.
6.6.1 Alarm Icons
LCD Symbol Alarm Web Symbol
Active alarm condition.
Alarm condition that has been silenced
Power system Major Alarm
Power system Minor Alarm
No Alarms
A power system Message alert.
Rectifier Information accompanied by the number of rectifiers in
the system
Power Save feature enabled and active accompanied by the
number of rectifiers shut down
6.6.2 Definitions
Major
Minor
Message
Rectifier Major
Fail Count
Rectifier Minor
Fail Count
Rectifier Minor
Alarm
Rectifier Fail
Alarm
ALCO
Alarm conditions that are serious or an immediate threat to service. The red front
panel LED illuminates and the Major Alarm icon displays on the GUI
Alarm conditions of a less serious nature or not an immediate threat to service. The
yellow front panel LED illuminates and the Minor Alarm icon displays on the GUI.
Non-audible, non-priority alert. No change in LED activity and the Message icon
displays on the LCD GUI. The Supervisor can define the condition(s) and set relays
to change.
Number of rectifiers that are in a fail condition resulting in a major alarm or an
immediate threat to service. Adjust this setting in the Rect. Major Fail Count alarm
submenu.
Number of rectifiers that are in a fail condition resulting in a minor alarm or a nonimmediate threat to service. Adjust this setting in the Rect. Minor Fail Count alarm
submenu.
Alarm condition detected in a rectifier but not considered an immediate threat to the
operation of that rectifier.
Alarm condition detecting an actual rectifier failure.
Alarm cutoff (see Section 4.5 .1) may silence all ALCO enabled alarms and may
change relay state. For controls, the relay does not change state – only the audible
alert is silenced.
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6.6.3 Configuring Alarms
LCD Interface
From the the MAIN MENU screen (2.1 ) tap Alarms. The pull-down menu lists the alarm categories
shown in 2 .1 as well as ADIO and Converter Alarms.
1
Select alarm category to
list associated parameters.
2
Tap Congure to edit
selected alarm category
A new window appears with the folllowing parameters:
Pull-down menu for alarm categories
Accept changes and return to
previous screen
Figure 62 — Alarms > Configure Alarms
Name of alarm being edited
Toggle the check box to select.
When selecting SNMP, the severity
level (numeric) can also be set.
Select from the pull-down menus:
Relay Mapping – N/A or relay 1 through 16.
Priority – Major, Minor or Message.
Figure 63 — Edit Alarm Parameters (Example
Discard changes and return to
previous screen
Accept changes and return to
previous screen
Alarms cannot be mapped to a relay unless the alarm is enabled. Disabling an alarm that is mapped to a
relay will free up that relay.
In the LCD screen, relays already in use have a tilde “~” character beside the relay number.
Some parameters are factory set and are not displayed under the Configure window for all alarms. Here
are some of the additional parameters the Supervisor can expect to encounter:
Activation — Select from the pull-down menu; e.g., High or Low.
Activation Value — Tap on the number to edit via a virtual numeric keypad.
Equation — Tap Customize to edit (via Custom Alarms window).
Source — Select from the pull-down menu; e.g., Dig1 through Dig8.
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Configuring Alarms – Web Interface
The web interface provides a list of all configurable alarms (Main Menu > Alarms > Configure Alarms).
Most alarms can be configured on this screen. The alarm names that appear as a link have additional
settings.
Alarms that have an advanced setting appear as a link.
Click on the link to open a new window for editing the advanced
settings.
Figure 64 — Configure Alarms Example – Web Interface
Toggle the check box to select e-mail
notication.
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6.6.3.1 Overview of Output Relay Channels and Configuration
One active control can be mapped for each of the relays; for example, Relay 1 can be unassigned from
LVD 1 then remapped as an alarm relay.
Any alarm (even multiple alarms) can be mapped to any unoccupied relay.
Figure 3 summarizes the output channel assignments:
Table C — Output channel assignments
Channel Description Factory Default Designation
Relay 1 LVD 1
Relay 2 LVD 2
Relay 3 LVD 3
Relay 4 POWER SYSTEM MINOR ALARM
Relay 5 POWER SYSTEM MAJOR ALARM
Relay 6 AC MAINS HIGH/LOW ALARM
Relay 7 RELAY 7 (Unassigned)
Relay 8 RELAY 8 (Unassigned)
Relay 9 – 16 …(Unassigned)
6.6.4 Examples of Alarm Categories
6.6.4.1 Rectifier Alarms
Rectifier Fail
Sets an alarm condition for a true or actual rectifier failure. The activation
value is factory set.
Rectifier Minor
Sets an alarm condition for a minor rectifier failure; i.e., an alarm condition
detected in a rectifier, but one that is not considered an immediate threat to
the operation of that rectifier. The activation value is factory set.
Rect. Major Fail Count
Sets the total number of rectifier fail alarms that trigger the rectifier major
alarm. The activation value must be greater than or equal to the number
entered for the minor rectifier fail count alarm.
Rect. Minor Fail Count
Sets the total number of rectifier fail alarms that trigger the rectifier minor
alarm. The activation value must be less than or equal to the number entered
for the major rectifier fail count alarm.
Rectifier Lockout
(Pathfinder series only)
Out of Tolerance
Sets an alarm condition when a Pathfinder series rectifier lockout is detected.
The activation value is factory set.
Sets an alarm condition when a rectifier out of tolerance is detected. The
activation value is factory set.
Rect. Comms Lost
Sets an alarm condition when rectifier communications is lost. The activation
value is factory set.
Rect. Equalize Activated
Sets an alarm condition when a rectifier in EQ mode is detected. The
activation value is factory set.
Rect. AC Mains Fail
Sets an alarm condition when a rectifier AC mains fail is detected. The
activation value is factory set.
The activation value for AC Mains Fail detection is determined to be when the
number of rectifiers in AC Fail divided by the number of rectifiers acquired is
greater than or equal to 90%.
Max Rectifiers Exceeded Sets an alarm condition when the maximum number of rectifiers is
exceeded. The activation value is factory set.
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Fan Fail Alarm (for Fan
Cooled Systems)
Power Save
Urgent AC Mains Fail
Tap the Activation Value to edit with
the virtual numeric keypad.
Toggle check boxes to select option.
Triggers an alarm when a fan fail (speed error or failed fan) condition has
occurred in any of the rectifiers in the system.
• The Fan Fail Alarm is true when the CXC receives a Fan Fail or Fan
Speed Error alarm from any rectifier.
• The Fan Fail Alarm is cleared when all Fan Fail and Fan Speed Error
alarms are cleared from all the rectifiers.
• Each time that the Fan Fail Alarm goes on/off, the event is logged in the
Event History. Since it is a rectifier alarm, up to nine rectifiers (up to 27
fan fail alarms) that are in alarm are logged. If more than nine rectifiers
are in alarm an additional entry is made indicating the total number of
rectifiers in alarm.
The activation value is factory set.
Sets an alarm condition when a rectifier is in Power Save mode. The
activation value is factory set.
Sets a major alarm condition when the Rectifier AC Mains Fail alarm has
been active for a period of time; the default activation value is ten (10)
minutes (see 2.1 ).
Discard changes and return to
previous screen
Relay Mapping – N/A or relay 1 to 16
Priority – Major, Minor or Message.
When selecting SNMP, the severity level
(numeric) can also be set.
6.6.4.2 Digital Alarms
Each digital input channel is designed to detect zero-system voltage (i.e. off/on) signal. Six of the digital
channels have assigned functions, while two are unassigned. Table D summarizes the digital channel
assignments.
Note that the number of digital inputs varies with hardware. the CXCU and CXCI, for example, have six
only.
Table D — Digital input channel assignments
Channel Description Factory Default Designation
DIG1 (D1 on PCB) Distribution Fuse/Circuit Breaker
DIG2 (D2 on PCB) Battery Fuse/Circuit Breaker
DIG3 (D3 on PCB) LVD Manual In
DIG4 (D4 on PCB) LVD Manual Out
DIG5 (D5 on PCB) Converter Fail
DIG6 (D6 on PCB) Converter I/P Breaker Trip
DIG7 (D7 on PCB) Digital 7 (unassigned)
DIG8 (D8 on PCB) Digital 8 (unassigned)
Digital events occurring on one of the digital inputs can be programmed to the output alarm relays using
the programming feature for the relay contact similar to analog alarms.
The status of each digital input is visible under the Signals menu; see “LCD Menu structure” on page 17, or
in the web interface go to Main Menu > Signals > View Status.
Accept changes and return to
previous screen
Figure 65 — Configure Urgent AC Mains Fail Example
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6.6.5 Menu Items for Configuring Alarms Associated with Each Analog Input
6.6.5.1 Current Alarms
Battery Current High
Load Current High
6.6.5.2 Voltage Alarms
AC Mains High
AC Mains Low
High Voltage [1-2]
Low Voltage [1-2]
Midpoint Monitor [1-5]
Setting for the battery amps alarm. When the total current to the battery
exceeds this setting, the alarm is activated and the message BAT TERY
CURRENT HIGH is displayed on the GUI.
Setting for the load amps alarm. When the current to the load has exceeded
this setting, an alarm is activated and the message LOAD CURRENT HIGH is
displayed on the GUI
Activates an alarm when the AC exceeds the specified setting. The message
AC MAINS HIGH displays on the GUI.
Activates an alarm when the AC input to the power system falls below the
specified setting. The message AC MAINS LOW displays on the GUI.
Activates an alarm when the power system DC voltage exceeds the specified
value. The message HIGH VOLTAGE 1 (or 2) displays on the GUI.
Activates an alarm when the power system DC voltage falls below the
specified value. The message LOW VOLTAGE 1 (or 2) displays on the GUI.
Activates an alarm when the voltage reading (1 through 5) exceeds the
specified setting (from the midpoint). The message MIDPOINT MONITOR 1 (or
2-5) displays on the GUI.
6.6.5.3 Battery Alarms
Battery Runtime Low
Battery Capacity
(Remaining) Low
Battery Overtemp
Battery On Discharge
Battery Test
Boost Mode
Allows specification in hours when the battery runtime alarm will activate with
respect to the hours remaining in the battery runtime prediction.
Allows specification of the battery capacity alarm trigger point as a
percentage. When the capacity of the battery is depleted to this specified
value, the capacity alarm is activated.
Activates an alarm when the specified temperature is reached.
Activates an alarm when the battery is on discharge; e.g., during AC Fail or
BT mode.
Activates an alarm when the Battery Test is in progress.
Activates an alarm when BST mode is activated.
6.6.5.4 Temperature Alarms
Temp Sensor Fail [1-4]
TC Sensor Fail
Activates an alarm when any temperature sensor fails
Activates an alarm when a sensor, enabled for Temp Comp, fails
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6.6.5.5 Miscellaneous Alarms
Select menu item to congure
Tap Congure to edit
selected menu item
Figure 66 — Miscellaneous Alarms Categories – LCD
Figure 67 — Miscellaneous Alarms Categories – Web
Real Time Clock Error
Invalid Device Firmware
Ground Fault Detected (High
Voltage CXC only)
Improper Controller Shutdown
Invalid Battery Voltage
System Major
System Minor
Accept changes and return to
previous screen
Activates an alarm when any change to the CXC clock occurs due
to a battery failure or the real time clock itself failing. The alarm also
becomes active whenever the date is before Jan. 1, 2000 or after Dec.
31, 20 3 0.
Activates an alarm if the firmware of a device (e.g. Cordex rectifier) has
become corrupt and is no longer functioning.
Activates an alarm when the specified ground fault is detected. The
default value is +/-5 mA.
Sets an alarm if the controller resets unexpectedly.
Activates an alarm when the charging voltage is invalid; e.g., in the
event that the sense leads have become disconnected. The alarm
activates when the charge volts signal drops below 5 V and halts all
control of the system that relies on this signal. If activated (enabled) an
entry is made in the event log.
The Supervisor can map a relay to the power system major alarm,
which is activated if there are one or more active MAJOR alarms. A
pull-down menu with scroll bars can be used for navigation.
The Supervisor can map a relay to the power system minor alarm,
which is activated if there are one or more active MINOR alarms. A
pull-down menu with scroll bars can be used for navigation.
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6.6.5.6 ADIO Alarms
The Supervisor can configure the alarms associated with each ADIO device. Events occurring on one
of the inputs can be programmed to the output alarm relays using the programming feature for the relay
contacts similar to other alarms.
View the device status under the ADIO Alarms Detail menu, see 6.6.6.
6.6.5.7 Custom Alarms (1-20)
The Supervisor can program 20 separate alarm-triggering equations into the CXC software. The equations can reference any combination (up to 16) of the analog inputs, digital inputs, virtual inputs, and
alarms (such as Fan Fail) utilizing logical and arithmetic arguments that simulate the functionality of a
programmable logic controller (PLC). See also 7. 2 Equation Builder Keypads.
Signal and a Numeric Value Selected
For example, one signal (V1) and a numeric value (53.50) can be selected to trigger the Custom1 alarm
when [V1] > 53.50. The first operand chosen (top pull-down menu) is Analog Inputs. The next pull-down
menu shows that the Supervisor must select from a list of inputs of that type. An operator is selected from
the virtual keypad. The keypad is then changed to numeric in order to enter a numeric value to complete
the equation. At any time, you can select the X icon to cancel the entry and close the window.
Name of item being edited
Equation displays here Use slider to
navigate/view as required
Whenever CUSTOMIZE is selected, a keypad enables editing of
the equation. (similar to the virtual
numeric keypad)
Figure 68 — Custom Alarm screen
Discard changes and return to
previous screen
Sliders and scroll bars are
used for navigation
Accept changes and return to
previous screen
Refer to Figure 68 while completing the following steps to program an alarm-triggering equation (in this
case, when the signal V1 exceeds 53.50):
1. Select Customize
2. Inside the first window shown after Customize is selected, is the equation building area, numeric
keypad and other function keys. Select [Op] for operand (pull-down menu of alarms, signals, etc.).
3. Use pull-down menus to locate Analog Inputs and V1.
4. V1 appears in the equation building area.
5. Select the Sym key and an arithmetic symbols/ logic operator (e.g., >).
6. Select 123 to return to numeric keypad. Enter value (e.g. 53.50) to complete the equation.
7. When the equation is complete, select the check mark icon (in the lower right corner) to accept
changes and return to previous window.
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The previous notes correspond to the numbers in the sequence of figures below:
Figure 69 — Customize Alarm example
Equations (from actual customer configurations)
Example 1: Add More Rectifiers Alarm
The function of the following equation is to activate a custom alarm when load increases to a point where
redundancy is compromised, but before any rectifiers go into power limit.
Enter the equation taking into consideration logic operators and the number and type of brackets used:
[Load Current] > ((([# Acquired Rectifiers]-1)*37)-5.5)
Where 1 is the number of redundant rectifiers, 37 is the max output current of a single rectifier (Cordex
HP 2.0kW in this example) before going into power limit (2 kW PFM), and 5.5 is the number of excess
amps in the system required for battery float charging, LVD coils or anything that draws current from the
rectifiers that is not the load.
Example 2: Generator ON/OFF Control
The function of the following equations establish a pair of custom alarms that activate one relay to start a
secondary generator and another relay that stops the generator.
2a) Custom Alarm A to start a secondary generator:
( (V2 <= 46) & (D8 = 0) & (D7 = 0) ) | (V2 < 44.5)
When the battery is discharged (system voltage (V2) is less than 46V) and primary (D7) and secondary
(D8) generators are not on, OR system voltage is very low, activate. This alarm is exclusively mapped to a
relay that is used to start the secondary generator.
2b) Custom Alarm B to stop a secondary generator:
( ( I2 <= 6 ) & (V2 > 53) & ( D8=1) ) | ( D7= 1)
When a battery is charged (battery current (I2) is low and system voltage (V2) is near normal) OR primary (D7) generator is on, activate. This alarm is exclusively mapped to a relay that is used to stop the
secondary generator.
Example 3: AC Voltage Reading in Mixed Rectifier Systems
The following scenario involves a CXC controlling Pathfinder 10 kW rectifiers and Cordex 3.6 kW rectifiers in a system with 277 Vac. The CXC will compute the average AC reading of all rectifiers (for the AC
MAINS HIGH/LOW alarms). In a PFM-CXR system, it may be desirable to have a separate AC alarm for
each rectifier type.
To create separate alarms, first use the rectifier Phase Mapping feature (6.3.3.4) to assign each group of
rectifiers to a different phase. The three individual phase voltages will no longer apply; instead, the average of the AC input voltage on each system is given.
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Next, disable the regular AC alarms (6.6.5.2).
Finally, create custom alarms using the average phase voltages. Here is one possible equation:
([Average AC Phase R] < 240) | ([Average AC Phase R] > 300)
Scheduler Usage
The controller has basic scheduling capability that is implemented by using a System Time or System
Date signal in any customizable equation; used to trigger external events on a timely basis, whether daily
or at a specific date.
This is accomplished by using the System Time or System Date signal as an operator in a Custom Alarm
equation, which has been configured to change the state of a relay output. The equation can include any
other signals such as battery current or voltage for more advanced control. The System Time or System
Date signal can only be used with the following operators: ">", "<", and "=".
The formats used for the Time and Date Operands are very specific and must match exactly in order for
an equation to be valid. For the System Time the format is <<hh.mm.ss>> and for System Date the format
is <<20YY.MM.DD>>. The "20" prefix for the year is what distinguishes the date from the time so it must
not be omitted when entering a Date Operand.
Example 1: The following equation in a Custom Alarm causes the alarm to be true for ten seconds (10 s)
at 2:35 AM:
[System Time (HH.MM.SS)] > <<02.35.00>> & [System Time (HH.MM.SS)] < <<02.35.10>>
If the alarm is mapped to a relay, the relay will activate for 10 sec.
Example 2: Another example activates the alarm daily at 23:59:45 and clears when the battery voltage
is less than 46 V. This is the equation for the alarm named Custom 2:
(([System Time (HH.MM.SS)] > <<23.59.45>>) | ([Custom 2] > 0)) & ([Battery Voltage] > 46)
Note the term: ([Custom 2] > 0). This is to latch the alarm ON since the term: ([System Time (HH.
MM.SS)] > <<23.59.45>>) will evaluate to false once the midnight rollover* (<<00.00.00>>) happens.
*Midnight Rollover is described with an example in 6.7.2.7.
Example 3: We can use the previous example along with a Counter to set the alarm to activate every
three days. These are the equations for Counter 1:
Count Event "[System Time (HH.MM.SS)] > <<01.00.00>>"
Reset Event "[Counter 1]>2"
The will cause Counter 1 to count once daily at 01.00.00. When the count gets to three, it is immediately
reset back to zero. So, every third day, the count returns to zero.
Our Custom 2 alarm equation can now be:
(([System Time (HH.MM.SS)] > <<23.59.45>>) | ([Custom 2] > 0)) & ([Battery Voltage] > 46) & ([Counter
1] = 0)
The resulting behavior will be similar to that in Example 2, except the alarm will only activate once every 3
days.
The following sub-section describes the converter alarms menu headings and the associated
items.
6.6.5.8 Converter Alarms
Converter Fail
This menu item enables the Supervisor to set an alarm condition for a true or actual converter failure. The
activation value is factory set.
Converter Minor
This menu item enables the Supervisor to set an alarm condition for a minor converter failure; i.e., an
alarm condition detected in a converter, but one that is not considered an immediate threat to the operation of that converter. The activation value is factory set.
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Conv. Major Fail Count
This menu item enables the Supervisor to set the total number of converter fail alarms that will trigger
the CXC converter major alarm. The activation value must be greater than or equal to the total number
entered for the minor converter fail count alarm.
Conv. Minor Fail Count
This menu item enables the Supervisor to set the total number of converter fail alarms that will trigger the
CXC converter minor alarm. The activation value must be less than or equal to the number entered for the
major converter fail count alarm.
Conv. Out of Tolerance
This menu item enables the Supervisor to set an alarm condition when a converter out of tolerance is
detected. The activation value is factory set.
Conv. Comms Lost
This menu item enables the Supervisor to set an alarm condition when converter communications is lost.
The activation value is factory set.
Conv. Input Voltage Fail
This menu item enables the Supervisor to set an alarm condition when a converter input voltage fail is
detected. The activation value is factory set.
The activation value for Input Voltage Fail detection is determined to be when the number of converters in
Input Voltage Fail divided by the number of converters acquired is greater than or equal to 90%.
Conv. Fan Fail
The purpose of this feature is to enable the CXC to trigger the alarm when a fan fail (speed error or failed
fan) condition has occurred in any of the converters in the system.
The Fan Fail Alarm is true when the CXC receives a Fan Fail or Fan Speed Error alarm from any converter.
The Fan Fail Alarm is cleared when all Fan Fail and Fan Speed Error alarms are cleared from all the converters.
Each time that the Fan Fail Alarm goes on/off, the “event” is logged in the Event History. Since it is a converter alarm, up to nine converters (up to 27 fan fail alarms) that are in alarm will be logged. If more than
nine converters are in alarm an additional entry will be made indicating the total number of converters in
alarm.
The activation value is factory set.
Conv. Load Current High
This menu item enables the Supervisor to program the setting for the converter load amps alarm. When
the current to the load has exceeded this setting, an alarm is activated and the message CONV. LOAD
CURRENT HIGH is displayed on the GUI.
Conv. Low Output Voltage
When the converter’s output voltage falls below the Supervisor-specified value, the alarm is activated and
the message CONV. LOW OUTPUT VOLTAGE is displayed on the GUI.
Conv. High Output Voltage
When the converter’s output voltage exceeds the Supervisor-specified value, the alarm is activated and
the message CONV. HIGH OUTPUT VOLTAGE is displayed on the GUI.
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6.6.5.9 Inverter Alarms
The Supervisor can enable an inverter alarm for any of the following conditions:
Alarm Name Alarm Condition
Inverter Major Fail Count Number of failed Inverters equals or exceeds a user congured threshold
Inverter Minor Fail Count Number of failed Inverters equals or exceeds a user congurable threshold
Inverter Comms Lost Controller loses communications with any one inverter. The number of
Inverter AC Input Fail Main AC input of the inverter is lost
Inverter Alarm Any individual or system alarm is detected
6.6.6 ADIO Alarms Detail
inverters must be correctly identied in the Set Output menu.
6.6.6.1 View Details
This menu item enables the user to select an ADIO device (i.e., Cordex Smart Peripheral) that is connected to the CXC and view the alarms with respect to: Cell Deviation, Current, Voltage, Temperature,
and Comms.
6.6.7 Alarm Hysteresis
6.6.7.1 Voltage
Voltage Hysteresis applies only to Voltage Alarms (6.6.5.2). This value is the voltage range where the
alarm can clear or activate. For example, if the low voltage alarm activates at 43.00 V, having a voltage
hysteresis of 0.50 V means it will clear when the voltage reaches 43.50 V.
6.6.7.2 Time
Time Hysteresis is the amount of time in seconds that the condition has to be true before the alarm is
enunciated. In the example above, if the value of time hysteresis is 5 seconds, the voltage must be below 43.00 V for at least 5 seconds before the alarm is activated. Similarly, to clear the alarm, the voltage
must be above 43.50 V for 5 seconds.
This feature is used only for the following:
• Current, Voltage, Battery, and Temperature alarms
• HVSD and CEMF controls.
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6.6.8 Alarm Tone
This feature is found under the Global Alarm Configuration menu (submenu of Alarms) and the tone is
enabled by default. The Supervisor can enable/disable the audible alarm buzzer (tone).
6.6.9 Configuring ALCO
This feature is found under the Global Alarm Configuration menu (submenu of Alarms), see Figure below:
Toggle the check box to select
ALCO Duration
Enable ALCO Duration
Silence Buzzer
Revert Relays
Stop Sending Email
Stop Sending SNMP Traps
Figure 70 — Global Alarm Configuration – Web
Discard changes and return to
previous screen
Sliders and scroll bars are used for
navigation
Select menu item to congure
Accept changes and return to
previous screen
Figure 71 — Configure ALCO – LCD
Duration in minutes, that all ALCO enabled alarms are affected by the
parameters set for this feature. (For LCD interface, tap on the number to
edit via a virtual numeric keypad.)
Activates the ALCO Duration feature.
Diables the audible alerts for ALCO enabled alarms.
Activating ALCO for the alarm will revert the relay status to its normal
state.
Stops transmission of Email communications
Stops transmission of SNMP traps. SNMP still works, but is no longer
sending traps.
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6.7 Signals
This menu category consists of system identifiers and calibration controls. Parameters can be set/accessed such as controller signals, rectifier signals, analog and digital inputs. With the web interface, data
logging can be configured.
6.7.1 Calibrate Analog Inputs
This menu item provides a direct link to the Analog Inputs menu heading; which may also be accessed
via the menu item Configure Signals, see 6 . 7.2 .
6.7.1.1 Overview of Analog Input Channels
The majority of the CXC analog input channels are each designed to accept a specific input signal.
2.1 summarizes the analog input channel assignments; which may vary depending on the hardware con-
figuration (list options):
√ = Installed
BiV = -60 V to +60 V
I = -50 mV to +50 mV
T = -55ºC to +100ºC (powered)
V = 0 to 60 V
X = Not Installed
Table E — Analog input channel assignments
Channel List Option
Assignment
V1 √ √ √ √ √ √ √ X
V2 √ √ X √ √ √ √ √
GP1 T1 T1 T1 T1 V3 T1 T1 T1
GP2 T2 T2 T2 T2 V4 T2 T2 T2
GP3 X T3 X T3 V5 BiV T3 X
GP4 BiV T4 BiV T4 T1 BiV T4 X
I1 √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √
I2 X √ X X X √ √ X
I3 X X X X X √ √ X
I4 X X X X X √ √ X
120 121 122 123 124 125 129
CXCU
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6.7.1. 2 Calibration of Analog Input Channels
Calibrate the selected channel by setting the high point or low point or both as shown in the following
example. For static calibration, refer to the next section.
Exit by tapping Cancel
A more detailed procedure can be found on the Alpha website (www.alpha.ca) under
Technical Documentation > Misc Documents > Method of Procedure.
Static Calibration
Static calibration enables the Supervisor to calibrate controller analog inputs without the need for a live
signal at the input. This is especially useful for calibrating current inputs for systems in the field. See the
following figures.
Tap Save or Restore
Default as required
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Figure 72 — Analog Inputs calibration example (Signals > Calibrate Analog Inputs)
Discard changes and return to
previous screen
Sliders and scroll bars are used for
navigation
Select menu item to congure
Accept changes and return to
previous screen
Figure 73 — Static calibration – LCD interface
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Figure 74 — Static calibration – web interface
6.7. 2 Configure Signals
This menu item allows the Supervisor to configure Controller Signals (and Analog Inputs described
above). The status of Digital Inputs and Rectifier Signals can also be viewed under this menu (LCD interface only).
6.7. 2 .1 Controller Signals
Use the Controller Signals menu to access/ edit items such as load current and battery temperature.
See 2.1 (to enable Battery sensors.) Once a menu item is selected, tap the Configure button to produce
another window and list of items to navigate and edit. See examples on the next page.
Definitions
Load Voltage
Load Current
Battery Voltage
Battery Current
AC Mains
Total Rectifier Current
Battery Temperature Average of enabled sensors (if temperature sensors agree within 5%) or
Battery Run Time
Battery Capacity
Battery Depth of
Discharge
Converter Load Voltage
Converter Load Current
The following table summarizes the default controller signal equations:
Discharge voltage.
Discharge current.
Charge or system voltage.
Charge current.
Average rectifier input voltage. AC Correction appears when AC Mains is
selected.
Sum of rectifier output currents.
the peak value of enabled sensors (if temperature sensors do not agree
within 5%).
Estimated time remaining before LVD.
A battery’s estimated ability to store charge.
Estimate of the energy removed from a battery during a discharge in %.
Converter output voltage.
Converter output current.
Table F — Controller signal default denitions
Controller Signals Signal Equations
Load Voltage [V1]
Load Current [I1]
Battery Voltage [V2]
Battery Current [Total Rectier Current] – [Load Current]
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6.7.2.2 Analog Inputs
Refer to section 6 .7.1 for an overview of analog input channels.
6.7. 2 . 3 Digital Inputs
Select this heading from the pull-down menu to access a list of all the existing digital channels, see
6.6.4.2 for Alarms. The status of the channel, high or low, is displayed in the column next to the channel
name. (Web: Main Menu > Signals > View Live Status)
6.7. 2 . 4 Rectifier Signals
Select this heading from the pull-down menu to access a list of all the existing rectifier signals. The status
of the signal is displayed in the column next to the signal name.
AC Mains Voltage Correction – provides the means to apply a correction factor to the reading coming
from the rectifier. Each AC input phase and the combined average AC voltage have correction factors.
Figure 75 — AC mains voltage correction via web interface
6.7. 2 . 5 Custom Signals
NE W FEATURE
For the web interface, select the unit text string from the drop down menu that represents the units value,
e.g., ±V, AH, mm, etc.
Select Set by SNMP or Set By Equation.
This software version includes an additional 10 custom signals for a total of 20. See "2.13
Signals Management" on page 75.
Figure 76 — Signals – Custom Signals
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6.7. 2 . 6 Examples of Signal Configuration and Customization
Example One – Configure Signal and Customize Signal Equation
Select Custom Signal from the list and then tap the Configure button to produce another window and list
of items to navigate.
Use the pull-down menu to set the decimal precision or tap Customize to build a signal equation similar
to the equation shown in 6.6.5.7 Custom Alarms. See also 7.2 Equation Builder Keypads.
NOTE: Once a signal equation has been built – it can be edited or disabled – it cannot be removed.
Example Two – Configure AC Mains
Use the pull-down menu to set the decimal precision as shown in the following example:
nnnn
nnn.n
nn.nn
n.nnn
Figure 79 — Controller Signals configuration example two (set decimal precision)
Example Three – Configure (Battery Temperature sensors)
Use the pull-down menu to set the decimal precision and tap/toggle the check boxes to enable sensor(s)
for battery temperature as shown in the following example:
Figure 77 — Controller Signals configuration example three (enable temperature sensors)
Example Four – Configure ADIO01 (Shunt MUX)
Configure the input range of each of 16 channels for the Cordex Shunt MUX as follows:
1. Select channel (CH15 in the example below) and then Configure.
2. The window changes to show a list (for review) of the input range of each channel. Multiple channels
can be selected for the new value. Select channels and then Set Range to configure (or select the √
icon to accept the list and return to the previous window).
3. The virtual numeric keypad enables editing of the input range. Select the X icon to return to the
previous window or select the √ icon to accept the new setting.
Set input range to shunt size
(in Amperes/50 mV)
Figure 78 — Controller Signals configuration example four (configure input range for Shunt MUX channels)
A message will indicate that the selected devices have been configured with the new setting. Select the
X icon to return to the first window.
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Example Five – Midpoint Voltage Error
The following is an example of a Custom Signal configured for an analog input (GP4) reading the midpoint voltage of the battery (or system). A Custom Alarm is then configured to track the signal deviations.
For the Custom Signal equation, the midpoint voltage of the battery (from GP4) is doubled and then
subtracted from the total voltage reading provided
by the Battery Voltage signal. An absolute value
yields a positive integer.
Figure 80 — Controller Signals configuration example five (part one).
Configure custom signal for input reading midpoint voltage
To customize, review 7.1 Advanced Programming Example and 6.6.5.7 Custom Alarms. The text labels
can be edited using the web interface of the CXC and are provided here as default labels for demonstration purposes only.
Figure 81 — Controller Signals configuration example five (part two).
6.7.2.7 Midnight Rollover
The Scheduler (see Scheduler Usage and Custom Alarm examples above) functionality is simple. It
tests to see if the System Time is greater than the time entered by the user. This means that at midnight,
00.00.00, the user time is always greater than the System Time.
For the Custom Alarm equation, the Custom Signal is
compared to the maximum* allowable voltage deviation in battery string halves. In this example a message is recorded when the midpoint voltage is in error.
* Some fine-tuning may be required to obtain the ideal
setting that is sensitive enough to detect a ‘bad’ cell
and will not produce false alarms.
Configure custom alarm for input reading error
Example
So how can the scheduler be set up to ensure that this midnight rollover does not cause a problem with
any Custom Signal that uses the System Time? In real life, you might want to trigger a generator and keep
it on for some amount of time regardless of the midnight rollover.
These sample equations configure Custom Signal 1 to remain on for about 30 sec even if midnight rollover occurs.
Custom Signal 1 Equation:
([System Time (HH.MM.SS)] > <<23.59.55>> | [Custom Signal 1]) & ([Timer 1] < 29)
Timer 1 Equations:
Run Event: [System Time (HH.MM.SS)] > <<23.59.55>>
Stop Event: [Timer 1] >30
By this example, we see Custom Signal 1 go to 1.00 at 5 seconds to midnight, then go to 0.00 at about
25 seconds after midnight. This behavior repeats daily.
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6.7. 2 . 8 Converter Signals
Use to view the status of all acquired converters in the system; including but not limited to:
Total Conv. Current
Avg Conv. Output Voltage
Total Conv. Input Current
# Acquired Conv.
# Failed Conv.
# Conv. Minor Alarm
# Conv. In Comms Lost
# Conv. Input Voltage Failed
# Out Of Tolerance Conv.
# Conv. In Current Limit
# Conv. Fan Failed
Converter Load Voltage
Converter Load Current
The existing Controller Signals category now includes signals for Converter Load Voltage and Converter
Load Current; by default, Average Conv. Output Voltage and Total Conv. Output Current are used respectively.
Re-configurable System Load Current and System Battery Voltage
For converter shelves that do not have any Cordex rectifiers in the system, the system Load Current can
be re-configured to display the total converter output current and the system Battery Voltage can be reconfigured to display converter output voltage; the signals can also be renamed (see “6.12.2 Customize
User Interface” on page 97).
Recommendation For Converter Redundancy
A redundant converter in a system will allow one converter to be shut down while the other converters
supply power to the load; e.g., during firmware upgrade.
6.7. 2 . 9 Inverters
The Signals submenu enables the user to access inverter signals for all of the acquired inverters in the
system. The following signals can be used for logging and equation building.
AC Output VA
Input Source Ratio (%AC)
AC Output Power
DC Input Currnet
Acquired Inverters
# Inverters in Comms Lost
# Minor Alarm Inverters
# Major Alarm Inverters
# Failed Inverters
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6.7. 2 .11 Counters
Select this heading from the pull-down menu to access individual counters.
Name of item being edited
Toggle the check box to select
Discard changes and return to
previous screen
Select Event buttons to evoke
Equation Builder Keypads
Equation displays here
Use slider to navigate/view as required
Summary: The Counter feature allows the tracking of event occurrences for any signal that the controller
software can monitor as an equation. Any signal that is viewable through the equation builder is available.
Enable: Check the Enable checkbox to activate the counter.
Line Value: Current count value. The reset button sets the value to 0.
Count Event: The Count Event is an equation entry indicating the condition to count. This equation is
used to detect transitions. For example, if the equation is set to [AC Main] > 24, the counter triggers when
the voltage moves from 24 volts or less to above 24 volts.
Reset Event: The Reset Event is the trigger condition that sets the Count value back to 0.
General Note: The Counter values themselves can be used in equations. They can monitor each other.
6.7. 2 .10 Timers
Select this heading from the pull-down menu to access individual timers.
Sliders and scroll bars are used for
navigation
Select menu item to congure
Accept changes and return to
previous screen
Figure 83 — Counter access window
Tap the Initial Value
button to enter a new
window of operation:
Figure 82 — Timers access windows
Enable: Check the Enable checkbox to activate the timer.
Increment/Decrement: This indicates whether the timer counts up or down from the initial value.
Initial Value: Set the starting value for the time. The time format is shown above the fields as
DDDD:HH:MM:SS, which means 4 digits for days, 2 digits for hours, minutes, and seconds.
Line Value: Current time value for the timer
Run Event: Trigger equation indicating a timer start
Stop Event: Trigger equation indicating a timer stop
Note (Run /Stop): The Run Event acts as a level detector if the Stop Event is left empty. With a set Stop
Event, the Run Event acts as an edge detector where a transition causes the timer to start, but the same
event in the reverse direction does not cause the timer to stop. This allows the Run and stop events to be
completely separate and unrelated events.
General Note: The Timer values themselves can be used in equations. They can monitor each other.
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6.7. 2 .12 ADIO Signals
Select this heading from the pull-down menu to access individual signals for an ADIO (Analog Digital
Input Output) Device; i.e., Cordex Smart Peripherals.
ADIO Live Status – is displayed via another link/window for the device, if so equipped:
Select menu item to view live status
Sliders and scroll bars are
used for navigation
Accept changes and return
to previous screen
Figure 84 — ADIO live information windows
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View Live Status (Web Interface) – ADIO live information is displayed via another link/window for the
device, if so equipped:
When the BCMC (if so
equipped) is selected from
the Signal List, a new button/
link provides access to a
more comprehensive view of
the BCMC parameter/status.
Figure 85 — View Live Status (Signals) web interface window
Activity icon
Figure 86 — Detailed status view and bar graph (BCMC only) web interface window
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Select bar to activate the
window to display cell data
as highlighted here
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ADIO Configure Signals – enables the Supervisor to input a value for a range to apply to all selected
channels. In this case, the BCMC if so equipped:
Figure 87 — BCMC configuration example one (set DCCT range in Amps)
Figure 88 — BCMC configuration example two (set String Current range in Amps)
ADIO Static Calibration (Web Interface Only) – enables the Supervisor to calibrate ADIO (except BCMC)
analog inputs without the need for a live signal at the input. This is similar to Static Calibration for controller analog inputs described previously.
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6.7. 3 Data Logging (Web Interface Only)
6.7. 3 .1 Configure Data Logging
From the main menu, select Signals > Configure Data Logging.
Scroll to view the
list of filenames
and the number
of records in
each.
Select filename
to edit.
1. Click on a data logging signal filename, e.g., DATALOG_1, under Data Log Files.
2. Click Log Signals in the center of the screen.
3. In the Signal List window that appears, browse through the signals and alarms and enable data
logging by checking the Enable Logging checkbox.
4. Click Apply.
Start/Stop trigger
buttons are found at
the top of this window.
Delete will remove the
file altogether.
Description of log file
is shown here. Click to
edit.
Start Trigger and Sto p Trigger enable
preset configuration and customization of
the beginning and end of each event to be
logged
Figure 90 — Configure Data Logging web interface window
5. Enter a number that is less than the Log Limit in the Log Records field
6. Select a trigger event from the drop down menu for Start Trigger.
7. Click the Save icon at the top of the screen and click Accept.
8. In the Data Log Files window, click the data log filename again and click Start.
9. Go to Logs & Files and at the bottom select the data logging signal used from the drop down menu
and then click Data Log.
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Figure 89 — Enable Signals for Data Logging web interface window
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Definitions
Data Log Files – this list shows the filename (up to 16) and the number of records associated with each.
Select the filename to display and edit the information in the adjacent window.
File Information – description and status of the log file is shown here.
Log Records is the number of records to be saved in the log file. Click on the value to edit.
Log Limit changes depending on the number of signals selected and the number of records in the other
log files.
NOTE: Recommended size is up to seven signals and a maximum one thousand entries, as very large log les
may not be viewable. If the datalog screen comes up blank, the log is too large to be displayed.
File Save Option enables a FIFO (first in first out) or “Stop when full” means of data collection.
Log Signals allows selection of log signals from a list (max. 32) See Figure 89.
Log Frequency – determines how often the data is collected. The default time interval is 60 seconds
and the range is from ten to 86,400 seconds (24 hours). An interval may also be set based upon when a
selected signal changes by the Delta Level; click on the value to edit.
Figure 92 — Log Frequency
Start Trigger – enables data collection to be started manually, by event or by time. For example, select
Customize to edit/build an equation from the list of operands (alarms and signals) and operators (arithmetic and logic):
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Figure 91 — Alarm Equation web interface window
Mathematical operators
+ Add
- Subtract
* Multiply
/ Divide
Logical operators:
& AND
| OR
! NOT TRUE
= EQUAL TO, compare for equality
< LESS THAN
> GREATER THAN
( OPEN PARENTHESIS, used with
a close parenthesis to set apart
arguments to a mathematical
function
) CLOSE PARENTHESIS, see
open parenthesis; used to clarify
the order of operations
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Stop Tri g g er – enables data collection to be stopped manually, by event or by time. For example, to
specify a period of time when data collection is allowed, select Duration and click on the values (Hrs,
Min, Sec) to configure.
After configuring a Data Log, click the Save icon to accept (save) the changes.
6.7. 3 . 2 Starting/Stopping of Data Logging
MANUALLY: Press the Start button at the top of the Configure Data Logging page (see Figure 90). A
message window prompts to start logging data for the selected file. Under Data Log Files, displayed next
to the log filename, the number of records starts incrementing. Under File Information, the status indicates the log file is running. To discontinue logging, press Stop; the status changes to stopped.
BY EVENT OR BY TIME: The start of data logging can be triggered by an event such as the generator
switching on (see “6.7.3.6 Example Three – Generator Voltage” on page 86). If a time is specified in the
Stop trigger Duration field, the datalog automatically stops logging at the end of the duration.
NOTE: If the Start Trigger is still TRUE at the end of the duration, the datalog immediately starts logging again
for another duration period.
6.7.3.3 Retrieve Logs
From the main menu, select Logs & Files > Retrieve Logs.
Figure 93 — Retrieve Logs web interface window
Select the log file from the drop-down menu and click Data Log to view the log information.
The date and time is recorded for every data sample. Up to 32 signals can be selected per log file.
The text (rows and columns) can be copied and pasted into a spreadsheet program for analysis; e.g.,
graphing.
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Figure 94 — Sample (data) log information web interface window
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6.7. 3 .4 Example One – Logging Three Phase Voltage Input (Rectifier System)
The following is an example of a Data Log configured to monitor the voltage input for a two phase rectifier
system.
1. From the web interface, select Signals > Configure Data Logging.
2. Under Data Log Files, select an unused log file to edit.
3. Enter a filename description under File Information.
4. Enter the number of Log Records you want to keep and select FIFO as the File Save Option.
5. Under Start Trigger and Stop Trigger, select Manual for each.
6. Under Log Frequency, select Enable Time Interval and enter 600 seconds (10 minutes).
Figure 95 — Configure (Signals) Data Logging web interface window, example one
7. Click the Log Signals button to select the rectifier signals for logging.
8. Select Rectifier Signals from the Signal List in the Configure Signals window.
9. Scroll down and check each phase box as shown.
Figure 96 — Enable (Rectifier) Signals for Data Logging
10. Click the Apply tab (to accept changes and return to Configure Data Logging window).
11. Click the Save icon to save the changes and click Accept when prompted.
12. Start the log by clicking the Start button located next to the File Information heading (see Figure 95.
Once the data has collected for the desired interval, return to this window and click the Stop button.
13. Select Logs & Files > Retrieve Logs. Select the file name from the pull-down menu and then select
Data Log to view the log information in a new window. Copy and paste the data into a spreadsheet
application for analysis.
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6.7. 3 .5 Example Two – Battery System
The following is an example of a Data Log configured to monitor the battery voltage, current, temperature
and other parameters for a battery system.
1. From the web interface, select Signals > Configure Data Logging.
2. Under Data Log Files, select an unused log file to edit.
3. Enter a filename description under File Information.
4. Enter the number of Log Records you want to keep and select FIFO as the File Save Option.
5. Under Start Trigger and Stop Trigger, select Manual for each.
6. Under Log Frequency, select Enable Signal Interval.
Figure 97 — Configure (Signals) Data Logging web interface window, example two
7. Click the Log Signals button to select the battery signals for logging.
8. Select Controller Signals from the Signal List in the Configure Signals window.
9. Scroll down and check each battery signal as shown.
Figure 98 — Enable (Controller) Signals for Data Logging web interface
10. Select Apply (to accept changes and return to Configure Data Logging window).
11. Click the Save icon to save the changes and click Accept when prompted.
12. Start the log by clicking the Start button located next to the File Information heading (see Figure 90).
Once the data has collected for the desired interval, return to this window and click the Stop button.
13. Select Logs & Files > Retrieve Logs. Select the file name from the pull-down menu and then select
Data Log to view the log information in a new window. Copy and paste the data into a spreadsheet
application for analysis.
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6.7. 3 .6 Example Three – Generator Voltage
The following is an example of a Data Log configured to monitor the input voltage of a system when a
generator is activated (for emergency backup power). In this example, the data starts logging when the
digital input signal from the generator switches on and stops once the data has collected for one hour.
1. From the web interface, select Signals > Configure Data Logging.
2. Under Data Log Files, select an unused log file to edit.
3. Enter a filename description under File Information.
4. Enter the number of Log Records you want to keep and select FIFO as the File Save Option.
5. Under Start Trigger, select Event.
6. Click Customize.
7. In the Equation Editor, select the digital input that indicates the generator is activated.
8. Click Accept (In the Configure Data Logging window, the Digital Input # appears under Start Trigger).
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Figure 99 — Configure (Signals) Data Logging web interface window, example three
9. Under Sto p Trigger, select Duration and enter one hour.
10. Under Log Frequency, select Enable Time Interval. Click the Log Signals button to select the rectifier
signals for logging.
11. Select Rectifier Signals and scroll down and check the signal
shown.
12. Select Apply (to accept changes and return to Configure Data
Logging window).
13. Click the Save icon to save the changes and click Accept
when prompted.
14. The log starts when the digital input signal from the generator
switches on and lasts one hour.
15. Select Logs & Files > Retrieve Logs. Select the file name from
the pull-down menu and then select Data Log to view the log
information in a new window. Copy and paste the data into a
spreadsheet application for analysis.
Figure 100 — Enable (Rectififer)
Signals for Data
Logging
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6.7. 4 ADIO Device Configuration (Web Interface Only)
The Supervisor can modify the name of the signal or configure an alarm for the selected item. Some
examples are shown below.
Select the device before accessing Modify
Name button
Once the device is
highlighted, select
Modify Name
NOTE:
Alarm conguration/programming for the 4R/8D device is in the custom alarm sections of the menus;
where the alarm condition can be associated with a digital input and mapped to a relay.
Congure Alarms is not
an option for the 4R/8D
device. See note below.
Figure 101 — ADIO Device Configuration web inter face window (showing 4R/8D device)
Select and modify the name
of the desired channel, then
apply changes or select back
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Figure 102 — Input Name Assignment web interface window (showing 4R/8D device)
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Select the device to
congure
Figure 103 — ADIO device configuration examples (showing BCM device)
Select the device to
congure
Select the string to
be congured
Select apply changes once
ADIO conguration has
been completed
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Figure 104 — ADIO device configuration examples (showing BCMC device)
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6.8 Controls
This menu category consists of power system controls. Parameters can be set/accessed such as low
voltage disconnect (LVD), high voltage shutdown (HVSD), and counter electromotive force (CEMF) in/
out. Many of the parameters are similar to the items found in 6.6.3 Configure Alarms, such as, relay mapping and alarm priority. Some parameters are not displayed under the Configure window for all controls.
The following are some of the additional parameters the Supervisor can expect to encounter:
Activation Timer — For LVD countdown timer (activation), tap on the number to edit via a virtual numeric keypad. Use with caution. Refer to the following section LVD Control.
There are three possible triggers for opening the LVD, one of which is that loss of AC mains immediately
starts the activation timer, if it is enabled, and the LVD will open at the timeout point.
DOD Activation — For LVD control, tap on the number (% of DOD) to edit via a virtual numeric keypad.
Disconnect Voltage, Connect Voltage — for each LVD (1-10), tap on the number(s) to edit via a virtual
numeric keypad.
Inhibit Status — For LVD Inhibit, select from the pull-down menu; e.g., Inactive or Active. Selection will
be in effect real-time and not saved.
Activation Value — For HVSD, tap on the number to edit via a virtual numeric keypad.
Bypass Voltage, In-Circuit Voltage — For CEMF, tap on the number(s) to edit via a virtual numeric
keypad.
6.8 .1 LVD Control (USE WITH CAUTION)
WARNING : The LVD feature controls a high capacity relay that disconnects the load during extremely
low voltage conditions — such as a deep discharge of the batteries during an AC fail — and automatically reconnects the load once AC power returns. Discharging the battery down to an extremely low voltage
can cause damage to the load and the battery. Having multiple LVDs will provide the capability of load
shedding; where the least critical loads are disconnected first.
With the CXC, the Supervisor can program connect/disconnect settings to govern the operation of
ten separate LVD controls. The LVD is activated when the Activation Voltage or the Activation Time is
reached; whichever comes first. The LVD also extends an alarm signal and a message will display on the
GUI.
Under this window of operation, there is a list of menu items (tap to select) with scroll bars for navigation.
Select menu item to congure
Tap Congure to change
selected menu item
Tap “Configure” to enter a new window of operation for the item selected. In this new window, shown
below, the Supervisor can set the following parameters:
Name of item being edited
Toggle the check box to select
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Sliders and scroll bars are
used for navigation
Accept changes and return to
previous screen
Figure 105 — LVD Control window
Discard changes and return to
previous screen
Select from the pull-down menus:
Relay Mapping – N/A or relay 1 through 16.
Priority – Major, Minor or Message.
Accept changes and return to
previous screen
Figure 106 — Configure (item selected) sample window
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6.8 .1.1 DOD Activation
This menu item (LVD DOD Control) allows the Supervisor to configure each LVD control for activation
once the percentage of Depth of Discharge (DOD) has increased above a threshold. This control works
in conjunction with the existing LVD countdown timer and the disconnect voltage. Whichever programmable parameter is met first, the LVD will be activated. Typically, LVD DOD control is needed when ac mains
fails, battery monitor is enabled, battery has discharged for more than one (1) minute and DOD has risen
above the threshold. If DOD activates LVD, then the low voltage connect (LVC) causes reconnect.
6.8.2 LVD Inhibit
The LVD Inhibit feature provides the means to temporarily prevent all LVD controls from activating without
disabling the LVDs altogether, see example below. The Supervisor will then have 10 minutes to assess
and correct the condition(s) causing the LVD activation.
This menu item differs from other controls in that it cannot be disabled; “Enable Alarm” is grayed out.
With that exception, the remainder of the configuration is similar to all other controls (relay mapping, etc.),
see Figure 81 above. It is logged in an identical manner, except that the only possibilities are ACTIVE and
INACTIVE. Selection will be in effect real-time and not saved – resets on power off.
Operation Example:
1. LVD condition occurs.
2. Audible alert sounds and a pop-up window will appear on the GUI prompting the user to “Inhibit
LVDs.”
3. For up to 60 seconds, LVD Inhibit may be evoked by the Supervisor. A password prompt (with
counter) will appear as required.
4. Selecting “Cancel” will reset the 60-second countdown; otherwise, if this time should expire, the LVD
Control will proceed to disconnect the load as configured.
5. Once evoked, LVD Inhibit control, now ACTIVE, will prevent LVD controls from activating for 10
minutes.
6. LVD condition is corrected by Supervisor or LVD Inhibit may be evoked again.
7. Once LVD condition is corrected, LVD Inhibit must be reset manually as required.
6.8.3 HVSD
This menu item enables the Supervisor to program the setting for a HVSD control, which energizes a relay that can shut down one or more rectifiers when the output voltage exceeds the Activation Value. The
output from HVSD relay is connected to the Remote Shutdown input on the rectifier cabinet. An alarm is
also activated and the message HIGH VOLTAGE SHUTDOWN will display on the CXC’s GUI.
6.8.4 CEMF
The CEMF Cell is a stand-alone panel; which is used to reduce the load voltage (by up to 3.0Vdc) to
protect sensitive loads from high voltages during battery equalize and float cycles.
6.8 .4 .1 Bypass Voltage
This menu item enables the Supervisor to set the voltage breakpoint to close the CEMF relay and bypass
the CEMF cell (or diode); to directly connect the load to the rectifiers without voltage drops.
6.8.4.2 In-Circuit Voltage
This menu item enables the Supervisor to set the voltage breakpoint to open the CEMF relay and connect the CEMF cell (or diode); to give the appropriate voltage drop to protect the load connected to the
rectifiers.
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6.9 Communications
This menu category consists of rectifier and power system communications controls. Parameters can be
set/accessed such as the web interface (e.g. IP address), and baud rates.
For a detailed description of the communication settings, refer to Chapter “9. Remote Communications”
on page 104.
6.9 .1 Viewing Port Status (Web Interface Only)
Click Communications > View Live Status to display the status of the Cordex controller ports.
Figure 108 — Port Status and IP Information window
6.9.2 Viewing IP Information
In the web interface, click Communications > View Live Status to view the current IP information. Figure
108 shows the CXC factory unit default values.
In the LCD interface, use the scroll bars to display the same items: IP address, Subnet Mask, Gateway
and Ethernet/MAC Address.
6.9.3 Modifying the IP Address
In the web interface, click Communications > Configure Communication Parameters.
In the LCD interface select, the Communications menu and IP Address.
Toggle the check box to select static
or dynamic addressing
Tap on the number to edit via a
virtual numeric keypad
6.9.3.1 IP Address Reset
This feature applies to the CXCI and CXCU, which have a front panel reset button.
To reset the IP address, press and hold the front panel reset button for three seconds. The unit beeps
three times, IP is reset (to 10.10.10.201) and DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) is disabled.
The settings are saved and the unit then reboots/resets.
NOTE: Pressing the reset button momentarily restarts the microprocessor without resetting the IP address.
Discard changes and return to
previous screen
Sliders and scroll bars are
used for navigation
Accept changes and return to
previous screen
Figure 107 — IP Address window
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6.9.8 Configuring the Point to Point Protocol (PPP) Connection Device
The Supervisor can set the baud rate and the CXC rear port device (Internal / External / NULL modem).
For more information on PPP, refer to section 9.2.
LCD Interface
Discard changes and return to
See 8.3 for modem compatibility. See
Table L for factory defaults (baud rate
and initialize string). Modem baud rate is
initialized to the value stored in the set-
tings le on start up.
Factory setting is displayed here and may
be edited via the web inter face
Web Interface
previous screen
Select from the pull-down menus
Modem menu/window may appear
different for systems equipped with
a CXCI
Accept changes and return to
previous screen
Figure 109 — Point to Point Protocol Connection Device
6.9.4 Web Settings
The Supervisor can set the port routing for the CXC web interface (accessed via PPP for modem).
Figure 110 — Web Settings window
6.9.5 Master SNMP Destination (Web Interface Only)
See 10.3.3.1.
6.9.6 SNMP Multiple Community Names (Web Interface Only)
See 10. 3 .1.
Discard changes and return to
previous screen
Select from the pull-down menu
Accept changes and return to
previous screen
6.9.7 Event Notification Destination (Web Interface Only)
See 10.3.3.
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6.10 Hardware
This menu category consists of output relay configuration and testing. See also 6.6.3.1 for an overview.
6.10.1 Configure Relays
1
Select relay then tap
Congure Settings
Figure 111 — Configure Relays – LCD
From the pop-up menu, tap Congure to set
email notication and/or SNMP dial out trap
2
notication.
Select Toggle Polarity to specify if the relay is
normally energized or normally de-energized.
3
Specify if the relay is normally energized or normally de-energized.
6.10. 2 Test Relays
From this menu the Supervisor can toggle the state of a relay to verify its condition. Change of state is
temporary as all relays return to their default states after leaving this menu. (Note, the web interface is
similar in operation: Main Menu > Hardware > Test Relays)
Select Relay
to test
Tap Toggle
State to test
selected item.
Set email notication and/or
SNMP dial out trap notication
and Severity.
Figure 112 — Configure Relays – Web
Discard changes
and return to
previous screen
NOTE: A message of warning appears if toggling the
selected relay would affect the operation of an LVD
(web interface shown).
Figure 113 — Test Relays – LCD
6.10.3 Test Modem (Web Interface only)
See Table C.
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6.11 Logs & Files (Web Interface only)
This menu category consists of retrieving logs for event, battery, statistics and data; and managing files
for configuration, dynamic (editable) text, and language.
6.11.1 Retrieve Logs
See also 6.7.3.3 (under Data Logging).
Figure 114 — Retrieve Logs web interface window
6.11.2 Manage Configuration File
The Supervisor can exclude settings and groups of settings when applying changes. A partial configuration file can also be generated and sent to the CXC (v1.81 and above).
Figure 115 — Manage Configuration File web interface window
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6.11. 2 .1 Printing Custom Site Configuration
CAUTION: BY DEFAULT THE BROWSER WILL PRINT OUT ALL SETTINGS REQUIRING APPROXIMATELY 50 LETTER SIZE PAGES.
Click the Print Configuration button for a standard print dialog window. Right-click in the window showing
the settings and be careful to then select Print Preview.
Continue with the page setup and print dialog as required. You may reduce the page range or print to
PDF if your workstation is configured to do so.
Figure 116 — Logs & Files “Print Preview” (web interface)
6.11.3 Manage Dynamic (Editable) Text Files
To customize alarm, signal and relay labels for your specific application, select Logs and Files > Manage
Editable Text Files to change the text strings.
1. Choose the label
category from the Text
Editing drop-down menu.
2. Locate the text string on
the left and edit it in the
box on the right.
3. Click the Save icon and
Accept the change in the
pop-up window.
Figure 117 — Manage Editable Text Files
1
This example shows how to revise a text
string on the Home page: the signal label
Load Current is changed to Inverter DC
Input Current.
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6.11.4 Manage Language Files
Language files can be uploaded via the web interface. The CXC can be set up for a maximum of three
language files (default plus two others) at one time.
Figure 120 — Manage Language Files web interface window
6.12 Supervisor
This menu category displays only when a Supervisor is logged in. The web interface enables two levels
of password protection: User and Supervisor. The same password cannot be used for both.
6.12 .1 Change Password
This menu item enables the Supervisor to change the password. Tap to proceed. A pop-up window for
new password entry is presented, as shown below:
Each character of the new password entry appears in this window
for verication
Tap to accept or cancel
Use backspace key to erase last
entry as needed
Use number keys to enter
new password
Figure 118 — Change password pop-up
Figure 119 — Change password web interface
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6.12 . 2 Customize User Interface
To remove web browser elements do not apply to your application, select Supervisor->Customize User
Interface. When a group is unchecked, all related UI elements are removed from the browser.
For the changes to take effect, submit the changes (Save and Accept) and then refresh the browser.
The following example shows the removal of the ADIO Modules.
Figure 121 — Customize User Interface - remove ADIO Modules
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7. Advanced Programming
7.1 Example: Customize
When configuring Alarms (Section 6.5.3), Signals (6.6.2), or Controls (6.7), an option to CUSTOMIZE will
be presented at the bottom of the screen, see Figure 95 below. This enables the Supervisor to program
separate triggering equations into the CXC software. The equations may reference any combination (up
to 16) of the analog inputs, digital inputs, virtual inputs, and alarms (such as Load Voltage shown below)
utilizing logical and arithmetic arguments that simulate the functionality of a programmable logic controller (PLC).
Mode (+Temp Comp) display
Name of item being edited
Equation displays here. Use slider to
navigate/view if required.
Whenever CUSTOMIZE is selected, a key-
pad (similar to the virtual numeric keypad)
enables editing of the equation.
Figure 122 — Screen showing example of
7.2 Equation Builder Keypads
Name of item/equation
being edited
Equation displays here
Enter value as required (similar to
virtual numeric keypad)
Battery Volts and Load Current display
Discard changes and return to
previous screen
Use pull- down menu to
change value
Accept changes and return to
previous screen
item to be edited/customized
Cancel entry and close window
Select [Op] for operand (pull-down menu)
Select abs() for absolute value function
[select sqr t() for square root]
Accept entry and close window
Tap to edit or enter a value. Use the virtual function buttons described above to navigate, cancel or accept.
Item to be deleted is highlighted
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Figure 123 — Equation builder keypad pop-up window
Select DEL to remove
item from equation
Figure 124 — Equation builder keypad delete key
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