Please read this instruction manual carefully before installation and first
use, and store it in a safe place. If you pass on the product to another
person, hand over this instruction manual along with it.
Safety instruction: Failure to observe this instruction can cause fatal or
serious injury.
NOTICE!
Failure to observe this instruction can cause material damage and impair
the function of the product.
NOTE
Supplementary information for operating the product.
2General safety instructions
2.1General safety
The manufacturer accepts no liability for damage in the following cases:
• Faulty assembly or connection
• Damage to the product resulting from mechanical influences and excess voltage
• Alterations to the product without express permission from the manufacturer
• Use for purposes other than those described in the operating manual
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WARNING!
• Only use the device as intended.
• Do not operate the device in a damp or wet environment.
• Do not operate the device near any flammable materials.
• Do not operate the device in areas that are potentially explosive.
• Maintenance and repair work may only be carried out by qualified
personnel who are familiar with the risks involved and the relevant regulations.
• People (including children) whose physical, sensory or mental capacities or whose lack of experience or knowledge prevent them from
using this product safely should not use it without the supervision or
instruction of a responsible person.
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SinePowerGeneral safety instructions
• Electrical devices are not children’s toys
Always keep and use the device out of the reach of children.
2.2Safety when installing the device
WARNING!
!
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• Installing the device may only be performed by qualified personnel
who are familiar with the guidelines and safety precautions to be
applied.
• If electrical devices are incorrectly installed on boats, corrosion
damage might occur. The device should be installed by a specialist
(marine) electrician.
NOTICE!
• Ensure that the device is standing firmly.
The device must be set up and fastened in such a way that it cannot tip
over or fall down.
• Do not expose the device to a heat source (such as direct sunlight or
heating). Avoid additional heating of the device in this way.
• If cables have to be fed through metal walls or other walls with sharp
edges, use ducts or tubes to prevent damage.
• Do not lay cables which are loose or bent next to electrically conductive material (metal).
• Do not pull on the cables.
• Do not lay the 230 V mains cable and the 12/24 V DC cable in the
same duct.
• Fasten the cables securely.
• Lay the cables so that they cannot be tripped over or damaged.
2.3Operating the device safely
WARNING!
!
• Only operate the device if you are certain that the housing and the
cables are undamaged.
• Even after the fuse triggers, parts of the inverter remain live.
• Always disconnect the power supply when working on the device.
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NOTICE!
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• Make sure the air inlets and outlets of the device are not covered.
• Ensure good ventilation. The inverter produces dissipated heat which
has to be diverted.
• Do not connect the 230 V output of the inverter (fig. 6 5, page 4 to
fig. 8 5, page 5) to another 230 V supply.
3Scope of delivery
MSI900, MSI1300, MSI1800
No. in
fig. 1,
page 3
1Sine wave inverter
–Operating instructions
MSI1800T
Label
No. in
fig. 2,
page 3
1Sine wave inverter
2Connection cable with safety coupling (for 230 Vw output)
3Connection cable with safety plug (for 230 Vw supply)
–Operating instructions
Label
4Accessories
LabelItem no.
Remote control MCR79600000090
Remote control MCR99600000091
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SinePowerTarget group for this Instruction
5Target group for this Instruction
It is chapter “Connecting the inverter” on page 21 expressly intended for technical
people who are familiar with the corresponding VDE-Guidelines.
All other chapters are also intended for the users of the device.
Never use the inverter on vehicles where the positive terminal of the
battery is connected to the chassis.
into a 200 – 240 V AC supply of 50 Hz or 60 Hz.
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Technical descriptionSinePower
7Technical description
The inverters can be operated wherever
• a 12 Vg connection (MSI912, MSI1312, MSI1812, MSI1812T, MSI1812TOE)
• a 24 Vg connection (MSI924, MSI1324, MSI1824, MSI1824T)
is available. The light-weight and compact construction of this device allows for easy
installation in mobile homes, commercial vehicles or motor and sailing yachts.
The output voltage corresponds to the household voltage from the socket (pure sine
wave, THD < 3 %).
Please observe the values for constant output power and peak output power as indicated in chapter “Technical data” on page 32. Never connect devices that have a
higher power requirement.
NOTE
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The inverter has various protective mechanisms.
• Overvoltage protection: The inverter shuts itself off when the voltage exceeds
the cut-off value. It restarts when the voltage returns to the restart value.
• Low-voltage protection: The inverter shuts itself off when the voltage sinks
below the cut-off value. It restarts when the voltage rises to the restart value.
• High temperature protection: The inverter switches off when the tempera-
ture inside the device or the temperature on the cooling element exceeds a
cut-off value. It restarts when the temperature has reduced.
• Overload protection: The LED on the inverter indicates an operating fault
(constant red light) when an excess load is connected or a short circuit has
occurred. The fuse in the device must be pressed in again by hand after it is triggered by excess current.
• Incorrect polarity protection: The incorrect polarity protection prevents the
wrong polarity when connecting the inverter.
• Device fuse (only MSI1812T, MSI1812TOE, MSI1824T): The LED on the
inverter indicates an operating fault (constant red light). The fuse in the device
must be pressed in again by hand after it is triggered.
Note when connecting devices with an electrical drive (such as power
drills and refrigerators), that they often require more power than is
indicated on the type plate.
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NOTE
The individual switching values are found in chapter “Technical data” on
page 32.
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SinePowerTechnical description
In addition the device can be configured over an RS-232 interface by a PC and with
the DIP switches on the device.
The inverter can be switched to an energy-saving mode to prevent the connected
battery from discharging too quickly.
The inverter can be easily controlled with a remote control (accessory).
The inverters SinePower MSI1812T, MSI1812TOE, MSI1824T are fitted with a
230 Vw priority circuit. If there is an external 230 Vw voltage this is used as a first
priority. If no external 230 Vw voltage is connected, then the connected battery will
be used as the power supply.
7.1C o n t ro l s
NOTE
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The inverter has the following connections, displays and control elements on the
back:
No. in
fig. 5,
page 4
The version for continental Europe is depicted.
LabelDescription
1TerminalSet up operation via remote control
2RS-232 port,
REMOTE port
3POS+Positive terminal
4NEG–Negative terminal
5Earth terminalEarthing on the vehicle bodywork
Connection of a PC using a serial RS-232 interface or
connection of the MCR7 or MCR9 remote control
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Technical descriptionSinePower
MSI900, MSI1300, MSI1800
The inverter has the following connections, displays and control elements on the
front:
No. in
fig. 6,
page 4
LabelDescription
1Main switch
“ON/OFF/REMOTE”
2“Input Level” LEDDisplays the input voltage range
3“Load Level” LEDDisplays the power being supplied
4Dip switchMakes settings on the inverter (such as mains voltage,
5Safety socket230 V output
Switches the device on, off or to operation via the
remote control (accessory)
mains frequency, energy-saving mode).
MSI1800T
The inverter has the following connections, displays and control elements on the
front:
No. in
fig. 7,
page 5
1Main switch
2“Input Level” LEDDisplays the input voltage range
3“Load Level” LEDDisplays the power being supplied
4Dip switchMakes settings on the inverter (such as mains voltage,
LabelDescription
Switches the device on, off or to operation via the
“ON/OFF/REMOTE”
remote control (accessory)
mains frequency, energy-saving mode).
5AC output230 V output
6AC input230 V input
7FuseProtects the inverter from overload.
The fuse can be pressed in again once it has triggered.
8Earthing screwSets or removes the grounding bridge
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MSI1800TOE
The inverter has the following connections, displays and control elements on the
front:
No. in
fig. 8,
page 5
LabelDescription
1Main switch
“ON/OFF/REMOTE”
2“Input Level” LEDDisplays the input voltage range
3“Load Level” LEDDisplays the power being supplied
4Dip switchMakes settings on the inverter (such as mains voltage,
5AC input230 V input
6AC output230 V output
7FuseProtects the inverter from overload.
8Earthing screwSets or removes the grounding bridge
Switches the device on, off or to operation via the
remote control (accessory)
mains frequency, energy-saving mode).
The fuse can be pressed in again once it has triggered.
8Mounting the inverter
8.1Tools required
For the electrical connection you will need the following tools:
• Crimping tool
• 3 multi-coloured, flexible connection cables. You can see the required cross
section for cable lugs and conductor sleeves in the table in the chapter “Connecting the inverter” on page 21.
• Cable lugs and conductor sleeves.
For fastening the inverter you will require the following tools:
• Machine bolts (M4) with washers and self-locking nuts or
• self-tapping screws or wood screws.
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8.2Installation instructions
When selecting the installation location, note the following:
• The inverter can be mounted horizontally or vertically.
• The inverter must be installed in a place that is protected from moisture.
• The inverter may not be installed in the presence of flammable materials.
• The inverter may not be installed in a dusty environment.
• The place of installation must be well ventilated. A ventilation system must be
available for installations in small, enclosed spaces. The minimum clearance
around the inverter must be at least 25 cm (fig. 3, page 3).
• The air intake on the underside or the air outlet on the back of the inverter must
remain clear.
• For ambient temperatures higher than 40 °C (such as in engine or heating
compartments, or direct sunlight), the heat from the inverter under load can lead
to automatic shutdown.
• The device must be installed on a level and sufficiently sturdy surface.
NOTICE!
A
Before drilling any holes, make sure that no electrical cables or other
parts of the vehicle can be damaged by drilling, sawing and filing.
8.3Mounting the inverter
➤ Hold the inverter against the installation location you have chosen and mark the
fastening points (fig. 4 A, page 4).
➤ Attach the inverter using your chosen fastening method (fig. 4 B, page 4).
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9Connecting the inverter
9.1General instructions
WARNING!
!
• When installed in vehicles or boats, the inverter must be connected to the chassis
or earth.
• When setting up a socket distribution circuit (mains set up), comply with
VDE 0100.
• Only use copper cables.
• Keep the cables as short as possible (< 1.8 m).
• Keep to the required cable cross section and fit a cable fuse (fig. 9 3, page 6) as
close as possible to the battery in the positive cable (see Table).
• The inverter may only be connected by a suitably qualified technician. The following information is intended for technicians who are
familiar with the guidelines and safety precautions to be applied.
• For vehicles in which the positive terminal of the battery is connected
with the chassis the inverter must not be installed.
• If you do not fit a fuse to the positive cable, the cables can over-
load, which might result in a fire.
• Reversed polarity can damage the inverter.
• MSI900, MSI1300, MSI1800: The inverter must not be used in a
ring main, but only used for supplying individual devices with electricity. These devices must be plugged directly into the inverter, or
connected to the inverter using a sheathed extension cable manufactured for this purpose.
Device
MSI91225 mm²115 A
MSI92425 mm²75 A
MSI131235 mm²170 A
MSI132435 mm²85 A
MSI1812/MSI1812T/
MSI1812TOE
MSI1824/MSI1824T35 mm²115 A
Required cable
cross section
35 mm²228 A
Cable fuse
(fig. 9 3, page 6)
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9.2Connecting the inverter to the battery
NOTE
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➤ Put the main switch (fig. 6 1, page 4 to fig. 8 1, page 5) on ‘OFF’.
➤ Loosen the screw (fig. 9 1, page 6) from the red positive terminal (fig. 9 2,
page 6).
➤ Push the cable lug (fig. 9 2, page 6) of the positive cable into the red positive
terminal and fasten it with the screw.
➤ Connect the negative cable corresponding to the black negative terminal
(fig. 9 4, page 6).
➤ Lay the positive cable from the inverter to the positive terminal of the vehicle
battery and connect it.
➤ Lay the negative cable from the inverter to the negative terminal of the vehicle
battery and connect it.
➤ Connect the earth terminal with the vehicle body earth.
Tighten the screws or nuts with a torque of 12 – 13 Nm. Loose connections may cause overheating.
9.3Connect the 230 V supply cable
(only MSI1800T, MSI1800TOE)
➤ Plug in the 230 Vw connection cable with Schuko plug into the 230 Vw input
bush (fig. 7 6, page 5 and fig. 8 5, page 5).
➤ Connect the Schuko plug to the 230 V AC mains.
9.4Connect the 230 V output cable
(only MSI1800T, MSI1800TOE)
WARNING!
!
➤ Plug the 230 Vw connection cable with Schuko coupling into the
230 Vw output bush (fig. 7 5, page 5 and fig. 8 5, page 5).
Before connecting the 230 V output cable, make sure the inverter is
switched off at the main switch.
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9.5Connect several loads
(only MSI1800T, MSI1800TOE)
The device is equipped with galvanic isolation when delivered. For the safe operation of multiple loads, it is essential that a circuit breaker (residual current circuit
breaker) is built into the socket distribution circuit, see sample circuit diagram in
fig. 0, page 7.
Sample circuit diagram legend:
No. in
fig. 0,
page 7
1230 Vw power source
2Additional devices, e.g. battery charger, refrigerator
3DC power source (battery)
4Inverter
5Grounding bridge set (At delivery: not set, shown by dotted line)
6Circuit breaker (residual current circuit breaker)
7Socket distribution circuit for load unit
Explanation
WARNING! Danger of electrocution
!
➤ Install a residual current circuit breaker in the socket distribution circuit.
If you wish to connect more than one load unit to the inverter and install
a socket distribution circuit, you must arrange a circuit breaker (residual
current circuit breaker) and put an earthing strap in the inverter.
➤ Screw the earthing screw out of the upper hole.
➤ Screw the screw in the lower hole in.
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9.7Connecting the MCR7 or MCR9 remote control
(accessory)
NOTICE!
A
➤ Connect the remote control (accessory) on the remote port (fig. 5 2, page 4).
9.8Connect external switch to turn device on and off
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You can use the following as an external switch:
• external switch, voltage supply from the inverter: fig. a, page 8
• Control unit with relay or transistor circuit (TR): fig. b, page 8
• external switch with voltage supply from the battery (BAT) of the vehicle: fig. c,
page 8
• external switch with its own voltage supply (DC POWER) e.g. from the ignition:
fig. d, page 8
• Only plug in the connection to the remote control in the remote port.
The device can be damaged by connecting it incorrectly.
• Ensure that the remote control and inverter are supplied with the
same input voltage.
• Follow the instruction manual of the remote control.
NOTE
Use cable with a cable cross section of 0.25 – 0.75 mm².
➤ Put the main switch (fig. 6 1, page 4 to fig. 8 1, page 5) to ‘OFF’ and ensure
that the connection for the remote control (fig. 5 2, page 4) is not filled.
➤ Put the main switch (fig. 6 1, page 4 to fig. 8 1, page 5) to ‘REMOTE’.
➤ Connect the external on/off switch with the connection cable to the terminal
(fig. 5 1, page 4).
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9.9Pin assignment
NOTE
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The pins of the RS-232 ports are assigned as follows:
Keep the cable lengths as short as possible (< 10 m) so that there are no
losses in the signal transmission.
InverterComputer
PinDescription Description Pin
1Not assignedNot assigned1
2GNDRXD 2
3RXDTXD3
4TXDDTR4
5Not assignedGND5
6Not assignedDSR6
RTS7
CTS8
Not assigned9
The pins of the RJ11 remote control connection are assigned as follows:
Inverter
PinDescription
1–
2GND
3RS-232 RXD
4RS-232 TXD
5RMT remote control
6Not assigned
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10Use inverter
10.1Switching on inverter
➤ Put the main switch (fig. 6 1, page 4 to fig. 8 1, page 5) of the inveter in switch
position’ON’.
Set the On/Off switch to “OFF” to switch off.
➤ The inverter performs a self-test.
During the self-test, the built-in speaker emits tones and the LEDs flash.
✓ After the successful self test the LEDs ‘Input level’ light.(fig. 6 2, page 4 to
fig. 8 2, page 5) and ‘Load Status’ (fig. 6 3, page 4 to fig. 8 3, page 5)
green.
Note the following instructions in operation (see also chapter “Troubleshooting” on
page 30
The inverter switches off if:
• the battery voltage drops below 10.5 V (12 Vg connection) or 21 V
(24 Vg connection),
• the battery voltage rises over 16 V (12 Vg connection) or 32 V
(24 Vg connection),
• the inverter overheats.
➤ Switch the inverter off with the main switch in this case (fig. 6 1, page 4 to
fig. 8 1, page 5).
➤ Check that the inverter is sufficiently ventilated and that the ventilation grilles are
unimpeded.
➤ Wait about 5 – 10 minutes and switch the inverter on again without loads.
When operating the inverter at high load for lengthy periods, it is advisable to start
the engine in order to recharge the vehicle battery.
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10.2Status indications
LED ‘Input Level’ (fig. 6 2, page 4 to fig. 8 2, page 5)
The “Input Level” LED shows the present range of the input voltage.
DisplayInput voltage
MSI912, MSI1312,
MSI1812, MSI1812T,
MSI1812TOE
Red, slow flash+ 10.6 V+ 21.2 V
Red10.6 – 11.0 V21.2 – 22.0 V
Orange11.0 – 12.0 V22.0 – 24.0 V
Green12.0 – 14.2 V24.0 – 28.4 V
Orange, flashing14.2 – 15.0 V28.4 – 30.0 V
Red, quick flashing> 15.0 V> 30.0 V
MSI924, MSI1324,
MSI1824, MSI1824T
LED ‘Input Level’ (fig. 6 3, page 4 to fig. 8 3, page 5)
The “Load Level” LED shows the power being supplied by the inverter.
You can adjust the device with the help of he dip-switch (fig. 6 4, page 4 to
fig. 8 4, page 5).
Setting the mains voltage
You can set the mains voltage using the S1 and S2 dip switches.
Setting the mains frequency
Settings can only be made using the dip switch if the S8 dip switch S8 is
in the position ‘On’.
Dip switch
Mains voltageS1S2
200 VOffOff
220 VOnOff
230 VOffOn
240 VOnOn
WARNING! Danger of electrocution
!
You can set the mains frequency using the S3 dip switch.
Only adjust the S3 DIP switch when the respective frequency for the
output voltage should be used.
Dip switch
Net frequencyS3
50 HzOff
60 HzOn
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Switching to energy-saving mode
You can set the energy-saving mode using the S4, S5 and S6 dip switches. In this
way, the battery you connect to the inverter is not discharged as quickly.
The inverter operates in energy-saving mode as long as the required power is below
the set level. If the required power exceeds the set level, the inverter works in normal
mode.
The values to be set on your inverter can be found in the following table:
Energy-saving modeDip switch
MSI900MSI1300MSI1800S4S5S6
OffOffOffOffOffOff
–60 – 120 W 110 – 190 WOnOffOff
70 – 110 W 130 – 170 W 190 – 240 WOnOnOff
180 – 240 W 180 – 240 W 240 – 300 WOnOnOn
Define settings
You can specify whether the works settings or the settings of the switch S1 – S7
should be used with the dip switch S8
Dip switch
ParameterS8
Works settingsOn
Use dip switch S1 – S7Off
Works settings
Mains voltageNet frequencyEnergy-saving mode
230 V50 HzOff
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Cleaning and caring for the inverterSinePower
11Cleaning and caring for the inverter
NOTICE!
A
➤ Occasionally clean the product with a damp cloth.
Do not use sharp or hard objects or cleaning agents for cleaning as these
may damage the product.
12Troubleshooting
WARNING!
!
I
The ‘Load Status’ LED (fig. 6 3, page 4 to fig. 8 3, page 5) red indicates a fault:
Do not open the device. You risk sustaining an electric shock by doing
this.
NOTE
If you have detailed questions on the specifications of the inverter
please contact the manufacturer (addresses on the back of the instruction manual).
LED displayCauseRemedy
Quick flashingInput voltage is too highCheck the input voltage and reduce it.
Slow flashingInput voltage too lowThe battery needs recharging.
Check the cables and connections.
Occasional flashing
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OverheatingSwitch off the inverter and the load.
Wait about 5 – 10 minutes.
The inverter is being reset.
Then switch the inverter back on without
the load.
Reduce the load and make sure the
inverter has better ventilation. Then switch
the load back on.
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