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IPN Remote
IPN™ network compatible charge controller and battery system monitor
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL
THIS MANUAL INCLUDES IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR MODELS - IPN Remote (IPN REM)
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
© Blue Sky Energy, Inc. 2017 430-0020 E (EN)
CONFORMS TO
EN 61000-6-2:2005
EN 61000-6-3:2007 + A1:2011
AS/NZS 60000-6-3:2012
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CONFORMS TO
UL STD. 1741
CERTIFIED TO
CAN/CSA STD. E335-1/2E
FCC CFR 47 Part 15 Subpart B
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC
rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: 1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and 2) This device must accept any
interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operations.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .................................................................................................................. 1
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION ...................................................................................................................................... 1
Part Numbers ....................................................................................................................................... 1
OPERATION ......................................................................................................................................................... 3
LCD Display ........................................................................................................................................... 3
Charge Status Indicator ........................................................................................................................ 3
SETUP……… .......................................................................................................................................................... 3
DIP switch configures ........................................................................................................................... 3
INSTALLATION ..................................................................................................................................................... 4
Charge Controller Connection .............................................................................................................. 4
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ................................................................................................................................ 4
FIVE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY……………………….………………………………………………………………………………………………4
TABLES AND FIGURES
Table 1 DIP switchs ..................................................................................................................... 3
Table 2 Troubleshootimg ............................................................................................................ 4
Figure 1 Display Panel .................................................................................................................. 3
Figure 2 Detailed Dimensional Drawing ....................................................................................... 3
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OPERATION
The IPN Remote provides a digital display of battery voltage and output charge current. The display alternates between voltage and current when
charging. Current is displayed when the “AMPS” indicator is ON and can be the total of all controllers on the IPN network (factory default), or the
current of a single controller on the IPN network. An automatic night time dimming feature reduces display brightness when PV charge is OFF.
SETUP
A four position DIP switch configures the output current display. To show output current from a single controller IPN network address of the display
and charge controller must match.
DIP SWITCH
IPN ADDRESS – OUTPUT CURRENT OF SINGLE CHARGER
TOTAL OUTPUT CURRENT OF ALL
CHARGERS ON IPN NETWORK
0 1 2 3 4 5 6
7
# 1 (A2)
OFF (0)
OFF (0)
OFF (0)
OFF (0)
ON (1)
ON (1)
ON (1)
ON (1) X # 2 (A1)
OFF (0)
OFF (0)
ON (1)
ON (1)
OFF (0)
OFF (0)
ON (1)
ON (1) X # 3 (A0)
OFF (0)
ON (1)
OFF (0)
ON (1)
OFF (0)
ON (1)
OFF (0)
ON (1)
X
# 4 (IPN Total)
OFF (0)
OFF (0)
OFF (0)
OFF (0)
OFF (0)
OFF (0)
OFF (0)
OFF (0)
ON (1)
INSTALLATION
This unit is designed to be used with Integrated Power Net™ (IPN™) compatible charge controllers. Do not plug into anything other than an IPN
compatible communications port. Each charge controller includes an IPN DISPLAY connector which provides power and IPN network connection.
The IPN-Remote can plug into any charge controller on the network using the standard 4 conductor RJ-11 voice telephone cable supplied. Standard
4-pin telephone cables swap pin numbers end-to-end. If cables are custom terminated or cable couplers are used, be certain pin swap is
maintained. Do not expose to rain, snow or excessive moisture. Total maximum cable length should be limited to approximately 500 feet (152.4m).
ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY (CE Mark)
To comply with electromagnetic compatibility requirements the IPN Remote must be installed with a clamp on type ferrite suppressors (included
with the products). The clamp suppressor must be installe around the remote display cable with the cables looped to pass through the core 2 times.
Additional suppressors can be ordered as BSE p/n 523-0005-01.
Charge Status Indicator
AMPS Indicator
DIP SWITCH • INTERRUPTORES DIP
COMMUTATEURS DIP • DIP-SCHALTER
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
SYMPTOM
PROBABLE CAUSE
ITEMS TO EXAMINE OR CORRECT
Completely dead, no
display
No battery power
Battery disconnected, overly discharged (<9V), or connected reverse polarity.
Battery powers unit, not PV.
Cable Faulty
Display turns on, but
battery voltage
displays “– – –“ rather
than a number
Display not communicating
with charge controller
Cable faulty
One charge controller only must be Master.
Poor or missing Bat – connections preventing communication
When charger turns
on, current displays “–
– –“ rather than a
number
Output current display
selection set for an address not
present on the IPN network
Configure display IPN network address to a charger present on the IPN network.
When charger turns
on, output current
displays but the value
seems incorrect
Output current display
selection set for wrong IPN
network address
Bat– connected to PV– outside
charge controller
Configure display IPN network address DIP switch to read desired output current.
PV- & BAT- must be separate external to the unit for proper operation and cannot
connect to a common location. External connection prevents proper operation of
internal shunts and current measurement system.
Voltage or current
value displayed seems
to be stuck and does
not change
Display or charge controller
IPN network addressed has
changed
Display not communicating
with charge controller
Configure display IPN network address DIP switch to properly read output current of
a charger present on the IPN network
Intermittent display cable.
Specifications:
IPN Remote
Power Consumption: 0.25W (typical standby), 1.0W backlit ON
Display:
3-Digit • 0.30” Low Power LED
Communication and Cabling:
Communication via 25' (7.6m)
RJ-11 4-pin telephone cable provided
Operating Temperature:
-40°C – 40°C
Environmental Protection:
IP00
Weight:
0.017 lb. (42 g)
Dimensions:
2.9 x 2.45 x 0.9" (7.4 x 6.2 x 2.3 cm)
NB. As a part of our continuous improvement process specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
5 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Blue Sky Energy, Inc. (hereinafter BSE), hereby warrants to the original consumer purchaser, that the product or any part thereof will be free from
defects due to defective workmanship or materials for a period of five (5) year subject to the conditions set fourth below. If within the coverage of
this limited warranty, BSE will repair or replace the product at BSE’s discretion. The original consumer purchaser is responsible for all transportation
costs and insurance related to returning the product to BSE. BSE will cover standard ground transportation costs and insurance to return the
product to the original consumer within the continental US.
1. This limited warranty is extended to the original consumer purchaser of the product, and is not extended to any other party.
2. The limited warranty period commences on the date the product is sold to original consumer purchaser.
3. This limited warranty does not apply to any product or part thereof damaged by; a) alteration or disassembly, b) repair or service not rendered
by a BSE authorized repair facility, c) accident or abuse, d) corrosion, e) lightning or other act of God, or f) operation or installation contrary to
instructions pertaining to the product.
4. BSE’s liability for any defective product or any part thereof shall be limited to the repair or replacement of the product, at BSE’s discretion. BSE
will not be liable for any loss or damage to person or property, or any other damages, whether incidental, consequential or otherwise, caused by
any defect in the product or any part thereof. Some states do not allow exclusions or limitations of incidental or consequential damages, so the
above limitation may not apply to you.
5. Any implied warranty for merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited in duration to the length of this warranty. Some states do
not allow exclusions or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.
6. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
7 To obtain warranty repairs, contact BSE at 760-597-1642 or techsupport@blueskyenergyinc.com to obtain a Returned Goods Authorization (RGA)
number. Mark the outside of the package with the RGA number and return the product, postage prepaid and insured to the address below. The
consumer is responsible for all transportation costs and insurance related to returning the product to BSE, and for any shipping damage which
may void the warranty or increase the cost of repairs.
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