Magnum Energy ME-ARC User Manual
ME-ARC
Advanced Remote Control
Owner’s Manual
(for Revision 3.0 or higher)
Disclaimer of Liability
Since the use of this manual and the conditions or methods of installation,
operation, use and maintenance of the ME-ARC is beyond the control of
Magnum Energy, Inc., this company does not assume responsibility and
expressly disclaims liability for loss, damage or expense, whether direct,
indirect, consequential or incidental, arising out of or in any way connected
with such installation, operation, use, or maintenance.
Note as well that while every precaution has been taken to ensure the
accuracy of the contents of this manual, the specifi cations and product
functionality may change without notice. Magnum Energy, Inc. assumes no
responsibility for errors or omissions.
Restrictions on Use
The ME-ARC remote may only be used in life-support devices or systems
with the express written approval of Magnum Energy. Failure of the ME-ARC
remote can reasonably be expected to cause the failure of that life-support
device or system, or to affect the safety or effectiveness of that device or
system. If the ME-ARC remote fails, it is reasonable to assume that the
health of the user or other persons may be endangered.
Copyright Notice
Copyright © 2012 by Magnum Energy, Inc. All rights reserved. Permission to
copy, distribute, and/or modify this document is prohibited without express
written permission by Magnum Energy, Inc.
Document Information
Description – ME-ARC Owner’s Manual
Part Number and Revision – 64-0030 Rev
Date Published – June 2012
This manual is printed without color for cost sa
manual is available for download under the Document Library tab at
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Contact Information
Magnum Energy, Inc.
2211 West Casino Rd.
Everett, WA 98204
Phone: 425-353-8833
Fax: 425-353-8390
Web: http://www.magnumenergy.com
Statement of Appreciation
From all of us at Magnum Energy –
Thank you for purchasing this ME-ARC remote.
We understand that you have many purchasing options in the marketplace,
and are pleased that you have decided on a Magnum Energy product. This
ARC remote was proudly assembled and tested in the United States in our
Everett, Washington, facility.
At Magnum we are committed to providing you with quality products and
services, and hope that your experience with us is pleasant and professional.
Magnum Energy® is a registered trademark of Magnum Energy, Inc.
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Important Product Safety Instructions
This manual contains safety instructions that must be followed during the
installation and operation of this product. Read all instructions and safety
information contained in this manual before installing or using this product.
Safety Symbols
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, fi re, or other safety hazard, the
following safety symbols have been placed throughout this manual to
indicate dangerous and important safety instructions.
WARNING: Indicates that failure to take a specifi ed action could
result in physical harm to the user.
CAUTION: Indicates that failure to take a specifi ed action could
result in damage to the equipment.
Info: Indicates information that emphasizes or supplements im-
portant points of the main text.
Remedy: Provides possible solutions for related issues.
Product Safety Alerts
All electrical work must be performed in accordance with local, state, and
federal electrical codes.
WARNINGS:
• All electrical work must be performed in accordance with local,
state and federal electric codes.
• This product is designed for indoor/compartment installation.
It must not be exposed to rain, snow, moisture, or liquids of
any type.
• Use insulated tools to reduce the chance of electrical shock or
accidental short circuits.
• Remove all jewelry such as rings, watches, bracelets, etc., when
installing or performing maintenance on the inverter.
• Always disconnect the batteries or energy source prior to installing or performing maintenance on the inverter. Live power
may be present at more than one point since an inverter utilizes both batteries and AC. Turning off the inverter may not
reduce this risk on some Magnum inverters. As long as AC
power is connected, it will pass thru the inverter regardless
of the power switch on the inverter or the ON/OFF INVERTER
button on the remote.
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Table of Contents
1.0 Overview .................................................................................. 1
2.0 Installation ............................................................................... 2
2.1 Pre-Installation ......................................................................... 2
2.1.1 Installation Guidelines .........................................................2
2.1.2 Unpacking and Inspection ....................................................2
2.1.3 Tools Required .................................................................... 2
2.2 Connecting the Remote Cable ..................................................... 3
2.2.1 Connecting the ME-ARC to a Magnum Inverter ........................ 3
2.3 ME-ARC Remote and Bezel Dimensions ........................................ 4
2.4 Mounting the ME-ARC Remote .................................................... 5
2.4.1 Flush Mount Installation Procedure ........................................ 5
2.4.2 Surface Mount Installation Procedure ..................................... 6
2.5 Power-up Self Test .................................................................... 7
3.0 Setup ........................................................................................ 8
3.1 Navigating the Remote .............................................................. 8
3.2 Remote Feature to Inverter Compatibility ................................... 10
3.3 Remote Buttons and Menu Items .............................................. 14
3.3.1 FAVS Button and Menus ..................................................... 14
3.3.2 CTRL (Control) Button and Menus ........................................ 16
CTRL: 01 ACIn Control ............................................................ 17
CTRL: 02 CHG (Charge) Control ............................................... 18
CTRL: 03 Gen Control ............................................................. 18
3.3.3 METER Button and Menus ................................................... 19
METER: 01 DC Meters ............................................................. 20
METER: 02 AC Meters ............................................................. 20
METER: 03 AGS Meters ........................................................... 21
METER: 04 BMK Meters ........................................................... 21
3.3.4 SETUP Button and Menus ................................................... 21
SETUP: 01 Remote Setup ........................................................ 22
SETUP: 02 Invert Setup .......................................................... 23
SETUP: 03 Charger Setup ........................................................ 28
SETUP: 04 AGS Setup ............................................................. 37
SETUP: 05 BMK Setup ............................................................ 37
3.3.5 TECH Button and Menus ..................................................... 38
TECH: 01 Temperatures .......................................................... 38
TECH: 02 Revisions ................................................................ 39
TECH: 03 Inv Model ................................................................ 39
TECH: 04 Fault History ............................................................ 39
TECH: 05 SETUP PIN .............................................................. 41
TECH: 06 Ext Control .............................................................. 42
TECH: 07 Load Defaults .......................................................... 43
4.0 Menu Maps: ME-ARC Remote Control ...................................... 44
5.0 Operation ............................................................................... 49
5.1 Front Panel ............................................................................ 49
5.1.1 LED Indicators .................................................................. 49
5.1.2 LCD Display ...................................................................... 49
5.1.3 ON/OFF Pushbuttons ......................................................... 50
5.1.4 Menu Buttons ................................................................... 50
5.1.5 Rotary SELECT Knob .......................................................... 50
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5.2 Operating the Inverter/Charger ................................................. 51
5.2.1 Inverter Mode ................................................................... 51
5.2.2 Charger Mode ................................................................... 51
5.3 System Status Messages .......................................................... 52
5.3.1 Inverter Mode Status Messages ........................................... 52
5.3.2 Charger Mode Messages ..................................................... 53
5.3.3 Secondary Scrolling Status Messages ................................... 56
5.3.4 Fault Mode Messages ......................................................... 56
5.3.4.1 System Fault Messages ............................................... 56
5.3.4.2 Stacking Fault Messages ............................................... 59
5.3.4.3 Internal Fault Messages ............................................... 60
5.3.5 LED Indicator Guide .......................................................... 61
6.0 Troubleshooting ..................................................................... 62
6.1 Troubleshooting Tips................................................................ 63
6.1.1 Inverter Problems ............................................................. 63
6.1.2 Charger Problems ............................................................. 63
6.2 Performing an Inverter Reset .................................................... 64
6.3 Performing a Power Reset ........................................................ 64
7.0 Using a ME-AGS-N Module ...................................................... 65
7.1 ME-AGS-N Setup..................................................................... 65
7.2 ME-AGS-N Functional Tests ...................................................... 76
7.2.1 Remote to Generator Communications Test ........................... 76
7.2.1.1 Determining AGS Statuses............................................ 76
7.2.1.2 Starting the Generator from the Remote ......................... 77
7.3 ME-AGS-N Operation/Monitoring ............................................... 77
7.3.1 Controlling the AGS ........................................................... 77
7.3.2 Monitoring the AGS ........................................................... 78
7.3.2.1 ME-ARC Remote’s AGS METER Button ............................ 78
7.3.2.2 ME-ARC Remote’s AGS TECH Button .............................. 80
7.4 Enabling the ME-AGS-N ........................................................... 81
7.5 Starting and Stopping the Generator ......................................... 81
7.6 ME-AGS-N Menu Map Using the ME-ARC ..................................... 83
7.7 ME-AGS-N Remote Status Messages .......................................... 86
7.7.1 AGS Remote Operational Statuses ....................................... 86
7.7.2 AGS Remote Start Statuses ................................................ 87
7.7.3 AGS Remote Fault Statuses ................................................ 88
7.7.4 AGS Notes ....................................................................... 89
7.8 ME-AGS-N Remote Troubleshooting ........................................... 90
7.8.1 AGS Fault Message Screen ................................................. 90
7.8.2 Resolving Operational Statuses ........................................... 90
7.8.3 Resolving AGS Faults Using the Remote ............................... 91
7.8.4 How to Clear AGS Faults .................................................... 93
7.8.5 How to Clear AGS Fault History ........................................... 93
8.0 Using a ME-BMK ..................................................................... 94
8.1 Setting Up the BMK ................................................................. 94
8.2 Monitoring the BMK ................................................................. 95
8.3 ME-ARC Remote’s BMK Menu Maps ............................................ 98
9.0 Limited Warranty ................................................................... 99
9.1 How to Receive Repair Service ................................................ 100
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List of Figures
Figure 1-1, Front Panel Features .......................................................... 1
Figure 2-1, Remote Cable ...................................................................3
Figure 2-2, Remote Control Connections ............................................... 3
Figure 2-3, ME-ARC Remote Dimensions ...............................................4
Figure 2-4, Remote Bezel Dimensions ..................................................4
Figure 2-5, Flush Mounting the ME-ARC ................................................ 5
Figure 2-6, Surface Mounting the ME-ARC using the Bezel ....................... 6
Figure 2-7, Power-up Self Test Screens ................................................. 7
Figure 2-8, Self Test Set Clock Screens ................................................. 7
Figure 3-1, Front Panel Setup Features ................................................. 8
Figure 3-2, SETUP Menu Navigation ..................................................... 9
Figure 3-3, FAVS Button and Menus ................................................... 15
Figure 3-4, CTRL Button and Menus ................................................... 16
Figure 3-5, METER Button and Menus ................................................. 20
Figure 3-6, SETUP Button and Menus ................................................. 22
Figure 3-7, TECH Button and Menus ................................................... 38
Figure 3-8, Inverter Fault History Menu Items ..................................... 40
Figure 4-1, FAVS/CTRL/METER Button Menu Maps ................................ 44
Figure 4-2, SETUP Button Menu Map .................................................. 45
Figure 4-3, SETUP Button Menu Map .................................................. 46
Figure 4-4, SETUP/TECH Button Menu Maps ........................................ 47
Figure 4-5, TECH Button Menu Map .................................................... 48
Figure 5-1, ME-ARC Front Panel Controls and Indicators........................ 49
Figure 5-2, System Status Screen (example)....................................... 52
Figure 6-1, Performing an Inverter Reset ............................................ 64
Figure 7-1, AGS Fault History Menu Items ........................................... 80
Figure 7-2, ME-AGS-N Menu Maps using ARC Remote (Section 1) .......... 83
Figure 7-3, ME-AGS-N Menu Maps using ARC Remote (Section 2) .......... 84
Figure 7-4, ME-AGS-N Menu Maps using ARC Remote (Section 3) .......... 85
Figure 7-5, ME-AGS-N Fault Message (Example) .................................. 90
Figure 8-1, ME-BMK Menu Map using ARC Remote ............................... 98
List of Tables
Table 3-1, ME-ARC Compatibility Matrix ......................................... 10-13
Table 3-2, Battery Type to Charge Voltages ......................................... 31
Table 3-3, Battery Amp/Hrs Capacity to Suggested Absorb Time ............ 34
Table 3-4, Inverter/Charger Default Settings on ME-ARC ....................... 43
Table 5-1, LED Indicator Guide .......................................................... 61
Table 6-1, Remote Control Troubleshooting Guide ................................ 62
Table 7-1, ME-ARC Autostart/Autostop Matrix ...................................... 65
Table 7-2, AGS Remote Operational Statuses.................................. 86-87
Table 7-3, AGS Remote Start Statuses ................................................ 87
Table 7-4, AGS Remote Fault Statuses ................................................ 88
Table 7-5, AGS Default Settings on ME-ARC ........................................ 88
Table 8-1, BMK Default Settings on ME-ARC ........................................ 97
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1.0 Overview
1.0 Overview
The ME-ARC remote control allows you to monitor and customize the
operating parameters for your Magnum inverter/charger. This remote can be
used on all Magnum inverter/charger models so there is no cross-platform
confusion.
The ME-ARC50 comes standard with a 50-foot, 4-conductor (twisted-pair)
telephone cable and includes non-volatile memory (preserves adjustable
settings, ev
en if power to the remote or inverter is removed).
Info: This manual is for the ME-ARC with revision 3.0 or higher;
see the TECH: 02 Revisions section on page 39 for information on
how to determine your revision level.
LED
Indicators
LCD
Display
ON/OFF
Pushbuttons
Menu Buttons
Figure 1-1, Front Panel Features
The ME-ARC is equipped with the following features:
• LED Indicators – The at-a-glance LEDs provide the inverter/charger
status in a straightforward way.
• LCD Display – The LCD display is a 16 x 2 line (32 characters total)
alphanumeric display used for setting up the inverter/charger operation,
as well as viewing current status or fault messages.
• ON/OFF Pushbuttons (x2) – The ON/OFF pushbuttons allow the inverter
or charger to be independently and quickly enabled or disabled.
Rotary SELECT Knob
• Menu Buttons (x5) – Allow the inverter or charger to be confi gured to
your specifi c system preferences. These buttons also allow simple access
to menu items that can help with monitoring and troubleshooting your
inverter/charger system.
• Rotary SELECT Knob – The rotary encoder knob is similar to a car dash
radio knob and is used to quickly scroll through and select various menu
items and settings. Pushing the rotary knob allows you to select a menu
item, or to save a setting once it is displayed on the LCD.
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2.0 Installation
2.0 Installation
Review this section and the Important Product Safety Instructions on the
front inside cover before proceeding with the installation of your remote.
WARNING: Installations should be performed by qualifi ed per-
sonnel, such as a licensed or certifi ed electrician. The installer
determines which safety codes apply and ensures all applicable
installation requirements are followed. Applicable installation codes
vary depending on the specifi c location and application.
CAUTION: When connecting battery power to the inverter, all
battery negative connections must be connected prior to the battery positive connections. When removing battery power from the
inverter, the battery positive should be removed before any battery
negative connections are disconnected. This prevents any communication chips/lines from becoming the DC return path to the battery—
causing permanent damage to all connected accessories.
Summation: Ensure all battery negative circuits are always con-
nected before connecting or disconnecting battery positive.
2.1 Pre-Installation
Before proceeding, read the entire Installation section to determine how
best to install your ME-ARC remote. The more thorough you plan in the
beginning, the better your inverter needs will be met.
2.1.1 Installation Guidelines
• Before connecting any wires determine the remote’s cable route throughout the home or vehicle/boat, both to and from the inverter.
• Always check for existing electrical, plumbing, or other areas of potential
damage BEFORE drilling or cutting into walls to mount the remote.
• Make sure all wires have a smooth bend radius and do not become kinked.
• If installing this remote in a boat, RV, or truck ensure the conductors
passing through walls, bulkheads, or other structural members are protected. This minimizes insulation damage (such as chafi ng) which can
be caused by vibration or constant rubbing.
2.1.2 Unpacking and Inspection
Carefully remove the ME-ARC remote from its shipping container and inspect
all contents. Verify the following items are included:
• The ME-ARC remote display
• Bezel
• 50’ remote cable
• Eight #8 x 3/4 Phillips screws
• ME-ARC owner’s manual
If items appear to be missing or damaged, contact your authorized Magnum
Energy dealer or Magnum Energy. Save your proof-of-purchase as a record
of your ownership; it is needed if the unit should require in-warranty service.
2.1.3 Tools Required
Installing the remote control is simple and requires the following tools:
• Phillips screwdriver • Level • Drill
• Cut-out tool (knife/saw) • Pencil • Drill bit (7/64”)
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2.0 Installation
2.2 Connecting the Remote Cable
The ME-ARC comes with a remote cable to enable communication between the
inverter and the remote. The remote cable is a 50-foot, 4-conductor, round,
telephony standard with 6P4C (6-position/4-conductor) connectors on each
end. When the 6P4C connectors are held side by side with both of the connector tabs facing the same way, the color of the conductors in each connector
is the opposite from top to bottom (as shown in Figure 2-1).
Note: The remote cable can be extended up to a length of 200 feet without
data degradation.
4
3
4-conductor
telephone-type
opposite colors from top to
bottom (tabs fac-
ing toward you)
same
color
same color
12
4
3
12
TAB
TAB
Figure 2-1, Remote Cable
2.2.1 Connecting the ME-ARC to a Magnum Inverter
One end of the remote cable plugs into the back side of the ME-ARC, and the
other plugs into the REMOTE (blue) port on the Magnum inverter/charger
(see Figure 2-2).
Note: Do not connect the remote cable at this time. First, locate and prepare
an area to mount the remote (follow directions in Section 2.4).
Large Magnum inverter
Small Magnum inverter
ME-ARC
remote
(back)
ME-ARC
Remote
(back)
Figure 2-2, Remote Control Connections
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2.0 Installation
2.3 ME-ARC Remote and Bezel Dimensions
Use the information below (Figures 2-3 and 2-4) in preparation for mounting
the ME-ARC remote and the bezel (if applicable). Directions for mounting
both follow in Section 2.4.
~1⅝"
(4.1 cm)
~1"
(2.5 cm)
5 ¼” (13.3 cm)
2 ¾”
(7.0 cm)
.9"
(2.3 cm)
(2.9 cm)
~1½" (3.8 cm)
3 ⅞" (9.8 cm)
1 ⅛”
1 ½”
5 ⅞" (14.9 cm)
Figure 2-3, ME-ARC Remote Dimensions
5⅞" (14.9 cm)
5¼" (13.3 cm)
4⅜" (11.1 cm)
3 ¼” (8.3 cm)
3⅞" (9.8 cm)
3¼" (8.3 cm)
2⅞" (7.3 cm)
4⅜" (11.1 cm)
2⅞" (7.3 cm)
Cut out tab to
run remote cable
flush to surface
Figure 2-4, Remote Bezel Dimensions
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2.0 Installation
2.4 Mounting the ME-ARC Remote
The ME-ARC can either be fl ush mounted (through an opening in the wall),
or surface mounted using the provided bezel. Find a location that is clean,
dry and protected. Allow room to access the remote’s SELECT knob and to
view the LEDs/display.
CAUTION: Ensure that no AC power is connected to the inverter,
and then according the your inverter owner’s manual correctly connect the inverter to the batteries.
CAUTION: Always check for hidden electrical wires, pipes and cables
BEFORE drilling, cutting, or screwing into walls or cabinets.
2.4.1 Flush Mount Installation Procedure
To fl ush mount, the wall opening must have at least a 2” (5 cm) depth to
allow room for the remote and the cable.
1. Cut an opening in the wall (Figure 2-5). Ensure there are no openings
around the display and enough material for the screws to secure the unit.
2. Drill four pilot holes for the #8-32 screws that will attach the remote to
the wall (refer to Figure 2-3 for hole locations and dimensions).
3. Route one end of the cable through the wall cutout to the inverter/charger,
and then plug it into the RJ11 REMOTE port (blue label) on the inverter/
charger—inverter has DC power, but is OFF. See Figure 2-2.
4. Take the other end of the remote cable and while plugging it into the
back of the ME-ARC, view the remote’s display to ensure the Power-up
Self Test initiates (see Section 2.5).
5. If the self test is successful, secure the ME-ARC to the wall using four of
the supplied Phillips screws. If the self test is unsuccessful, refer to the
Troubleshooting section.
5.0"
(12.7 cm)
3.0"
(7.6 cm)
Figure 2-5, Flush Mounting the ME-ARC
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2.0 Installation
2.4.2 Surface Mount Installation Procedure
To surface mount, you must use the supplied bezel (Figure 2-4).
Info: The bezel has tabs at the bottom and side that are made with
thinner material (Figure 2-4). They can be cut or broken out to allow
the cable to be routed downward or to the side (Figure 2-6).
1. Using the bezel as a template, mark on the wall the location of the four
bezel mounting screws, and then drill pilot holes for the #8-32 screws.
2. Cut/break the appropriate tab for the planned route of the remote cable.
3. Pull the cable thru the bezel and place the bezel side with the removed
tab over the cable against the wall.
4. Position the bezel over the drilled mounting holes, and then screw the
bezel to the wall using the supplied Phillips screws (Figure 2-6).
5. Route the other end of the cable to the inverter/charger, and then plug
it into the inverter’s RJ11 REMOTE port (blue label)— inverter has DC
power, but is OFF. See Figure 2-2.
6. Take the other end of the cable and while plugging it into the back of
the ME-ARC, view the remote’s display to ensure the Power-up Self Test
initiates (see Section 2.5).
7. If the self test is successful, secure the ME-ARC to the bezel using four
of the supplied Phillips screws. If the self test is unsuccessful, refer to
the Section 6.0 “Troubleshooting”.
Figure 2-6, Surface Mounting the ME-ARC using the Bezel
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2.0 Installation
2.5 Power-up Self Test
Info: All power to operate the remote control is provided by the
inverter/charger through the remote cable.
When the ME-ARC is first connected to an inverter, a power-up self test is
initialized. During the self test, the LCD automatically displays in sequence:
• “MAGNUM ENERGY Self Test”, then
• “(C) 2010-2012, Connecting to...”, and then
• “ME-ARC V 3.0, INV/CHG V #.#”
The remote’s LEDs also change with the screens (see Figure 2-7).
PWR
No LEDs light
FAULT
CHG
INV
MAGNUM ENERGY
Self Test
PWR lights green
FAULT lights red
CHG lights green
INV lights green
CHG lights green
INV lights green
PWR
FAULT
CHG
INV
PWR
FAULT
CHG
INV
(C)2010-2012
Connecting to..
ME-ARC V 3.0
INV/CHG V #.#
Figure 2-7, Power-up Self Test Screens
After the self test is finished the remote displays “Set Clock”.Use the ME-ARC’s
SELECT knob to set the correct time by selecting hour, minutes, and either
AM or PM (See Figure 2-8 below, and the Set Clock procedure on page 22).
Set Clock
Hour = 12:00A
Set Clock
Minute = 12:12A
Set Clock
AM-PM = 12:00A
Figure 2-8, Self Test Set Clock Screens
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3.0 Setup
3.0 Setup
When the remote is connected to a Magnum inverter/charger, the settings in
the remote control determine the inverter/charger’s operating parameters.
The default settings in the remote control are adequate for most installations
(see Table 3-4); however, you have the option to change some of the
operating parameters. This section shows you how to navigate the remote
and gives you an understanding of the function of each adjustable setting.
3.1 Navigating the Remote
The ME-ARC has menu items and adjustable settings that provide the ability
to confi gure your inverter/charger to your specifi c parameters.
Info: See Figures 4-1 through 4-5 for complete maps of the inverter/
charger’s menu items and adjustable settings.
Familiarize yourself with the display and controls on the remote’s front panel
that are used to fi nd, adjust, and save the desired settings (see Figure 3-1).
• LCD Display – The 2-line LCD display shows status and information for
the inverter/charger and any attached accessories. All setup menus and
faults also appear on the LCD display.
Info: The LCD display returns to the remote home screen to show
DC voltage and current (see Figure 3-1) after fi ve minutes if no
buttons have been pressed.
Info: When the ← (left facing arrow) symbol is shown on the display,
the displayed setting has been selected and will be used.
• Menu Buttons (x5) – These fi ve buttons allow simple access to menu
items that can help with confi guring, monitoring, and troubleshooting
your inverter/charger system.
• Rotary SELECT Knob – This rotary knob allows you to quickly scroll
through and select various menu items and settings. Pressing the knob
selects the menu item to change, or saves the current selection.
Info: Hold down the SELECT knob for 10 seconds to refresh the LCD
display.
LCD
Display
Figure 3-1, Front Panel Setup Features
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Menu
Buttons
Rotary
SELECT Knob
3.0 Setup
1. Press the SETUP menu button.
Bottom line shows a menu
heading.
2. Turn the SELECT knob to the
desired menu heading.
When the bottom line shows the
desired menu heading:
3. Press the SELECT knob.
Top line shows menu item.
Bottom line shows current setting.*
*[If this setting is correct, rotate
the SELECT knob to continue to
the next menu item.]
4. Press the SELECT knob to
change the desired setting.
Rotate the SELECT knob to the
desired setting.
When the bottom line shows the
desired setting:
5. Press the SELECT knob to
save this setting.
Figure 3-2, SETUP Menu Navigation
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3.0 Setup
3.2 Remote Feature to Inverter Compatibility
The ME-ARC has many settings and is designed to work with the advanced
features in your Magnum inverter—and/or other Magnum devices (i.e., MEAGS-N or ME-BMK). The ME-ARC communicates with your inverter to allow the
set up and enabling of these advanced features. However, when the ME-ARC
is released with new software, some of the features and functionality in the
remote may not be available in an inverter or networked accessory that has
an earlier software level. In this case, the advanced setting is not recognized
and will not function. Use the steps below to help you determine which MEARC (Revision 3.0) menus/features are compatible with your inverter.
1. Go to: http://www.magnumenergy.com/Service/Compatibility.htm to
determine y
2. Use Table 3-1 to determine which ME-ARC ‘features/settings’ you want
to use and what inverter compatibility level is required (see the “Model/
Level Required” column in Table 3-1).
3. If your inverter compatibility level is the same or greater than the level
required, your inverter can support the device setting/feature you want.
4. If your inverter does not have the required compatibility level for a feature/setting you want, contact Magnum Energy for a software upgrade.
Info: This compatibility matrix is available online to download/
print as a single page document and to enter user settings.
http://www.magnumenergy.com/Service/Compatibility.htm.
our inverter’s compatibility level (L1, L2, L3 or L4).
Table 3-1, ME-ARC (Revision 3.0) Compatibility Matrix
Button
Main
Menu
01 ACIn Control
CTRL
02 CHG Control [5]
03 Gen Control OFF, ON, AUTO ≥Level 1 [7] OFF**
01 DC
Meters
METER
02 AC
Meters
[5]
FEATURES/SETTINGS
Menu
Heading/Item
01A DC Volts
01B DC Amps
01C Charge
Time
02A Output Volts
02B Output Hz
02C Load Amps
02D Input Amps
02E Inv/Chg
Amps
Model/
Selections/
Adjustments Range
Auto Connect ≥Level 1
VDC Connect, Time
Connect, AC-In Disabled
SOC Connect ≥Level 3 [1][6]
Multi-Stage, Force
Float, Restart Bulk
Read only display ≥Level 1
Read only display
Level
Required
≥Level 3
[1]
≥Level 4 Multi-
≥Level 4
≥Level 4 [1, 3]
Default
Setting
Auto
Connect
Stage
Read
Only
Read
Only
02F Input AC
(AC1)
02G Input AC2 MSH-RE Models
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Table 3-1, ME-ARC Compatibility Matrix (cont.)
Button
Main
Menu
03
AGS
Meters
METER
04
BMK
Meters
FEATURES/SETTINGS
Menu
Heading/Item
03A AGS Status
03B DC Volts-AGS
03C Gen Run Time
03D AGS Temp
03E Since GenRun
04A BMK Status
04B SOC
04C DC Volts-BMK
04D DC Amps-BMK
04E AH in/Out
04F Reset AH Out
04G Total AH Out
04H Minimum
VDC
Selections/
Adjustments
Range
Read only display ≥Level 1 Read Only
Read only display ≥Level 1 Read Only
Model/
Level
Required
Default
Setting
01 Remote
Setup
SETUP
02
Invert
Setup
04I Maximum VDC
01A Set Clock Time= 12:00A-
12:00P
01B Contrast 0-100% 100%**
01C Backlight 0-100% 50%**
01D Power Save OFF, 1-60 Minutes 15 Minute
01E Temp Display Fahrenheit, Celsius Fahrenheit
02A Search Watts OFF, 5-50 Watts
(1-Watt increments)
02B LBCO
Setting
02C AC In - Time Connect Time=
02D AC In - VDC Connect Volts=
9.0-12.2*VDC ≥Level 2 10.0 VDC
12:00A-12:00P
Disconnect Time=
12:00A-12:00P
9.0-15.9*(12V)
Disconnect Volts=
9.0-15.9*(12V)
≥Level 1
≥Level 1 5 Watts
≥Level 3
[1]
≥Level 3
[1]
12:00A**
6:00A
6:00P
11.0
14.1
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Table 3-1, ME-ARC Compatibility Matrix (cont.)
Button
Main
Menu
02
Invert
Setup
(cont.)
03
Charger
Setup
SETUP
04
AGS
Setup
FEATURES/SETTINGS
Menu
Heading/
Item
02E AC-In
SOC
02F Power Up
Always
03A AC Input
Amps
03B Battery
Type
03C Max
Charge Rate
03D VAC
Dropout
03E Absorb
Done
03F Max
Charge Time
03G Final
Charge Stage
04A Gen Run
VDC
04B Gen Run
Time
04C Gen Run
Amps
Connect SOC= 20-98%
Disconnect SOC= 21-100%
ON, OFF ≥Level 1
AC/AC1 Input= 5-60A ≥Lev
AC2 Input= 5-60A MSH-RE Models 20A
Gel, Flooded, AGM, AGM2 ≥Level 1
0-100% ≥Level 3 100%
AC/AC1 Input= 60-100
VAC, UPS Mode
AC2 Input= 60-100 VAC MSH-RE Models 75 VAC
110-190 VAC, UPS Mode Export models
Time= 0.1-25.5 Hrs ≥Level 4 [4] 2.0 Hrs
Amps= 0-150 ADC ≥Level 4 [5]
SOC= 50-100%
0.0-25.5 Hrs ≥Level 4 [5]
Multi, Float, Silent ≥Level 4 [5] Multi
Start Gen Volts= 9.0-15.9*
Start Volts Delay= 0-127
sec, 1-127 min
Stop Gen Volts= 9.1-
16.0*, Float
Stop Volts Delay=0-127
sec, 1-127 min
OFF, ON= Start Gen
Time= 12:00A-12:00P
Stop Gen Time= 12:00A12:00P
Start Gen AC Amps= OFF,
5-60A
Start Amps Delay= 0-127
sec, 1-127 min
Stop Gen AC Amps=
5-60A
Stop Amps Delay= 0-127
sec, 1-127 min
Model/
Selections/
Adjustments Range
Custom
Absorb (12.0-16.0)*
[2]
Float (12.0-16.0)* 13.4*
EQ (12.0-16.0)* 15.5*
Level
Required
≥Level 3
[6]
el 1 [1] 30A
≥Level 3
U.S. Models 80 VAC
≥Level 4 [5] [6]
≥Level 1
≥Level 1
≥Level 4
Default
Setting
50%
100%
Always
OFF
Flooded:
14.6*
150 VAC
12.0
Hrs
11.5
120 Sec
14.4
120 Sec
OFF
OFF
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Table 3-1, ME-ARC Compatibility Matrix (cont.)
FEATURES/SETTINGS
Menu
Heading/Item
Selections/
Adjustments Range
Model/
Level
Required
Default
Setting
04
AGS
Setup
(cont.)
SETUP
04D Gen Run
SOC
04E Gen Run
Temp
04F Max Gen
Run Time
04G Quiet Time
04H Gen Exercise
04I Gen Warmup Time
04J Gen
Cooldown time
OFF, Start Gen SOC= 20-90%
Stop Gen SOC= 21-100%
Start=OFF, Ext Input, 65-95F
(18-35C)
Time= 0.5-6.0 Hrs
OFF, 0.1-25.5 Hrs
OFF, ON= Start Quiet Time=
12:00A-12:00P
Stop Quiet Time= 12:00A12:00P
Quiet Time Topoff=OFF, 30120 Min
Days=OFF, 1-255 days
Run Hour/Min/AM-PM=
12:00A-12:00P
Run Time= 0.0-25.5 Hrs
0-127 sec, 1-127 min
0-127 sec, 1-127 min
≥Level 1
[6]
≥Level 1
≥Level 1 12.0 Hrs
≥Level 1
≥Level 1
≥Level 1 60 Sec
≥Level 1 60 Sec
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
05
BMK
Setup
05A Charge Eff Auto, 50-97% ≥Level 1 Auto
05B AmpHour
Size
200-2500 AH
≥Level 1 400 AH
* 12-volt values shown; for 24v systems – x 2, for 48v systems – x 4.
** These settings return to the factory default setting when power to the re-
mote is removed.
ME-ARC Compatibility Matrix Notes:
[1] Not available on MM/MM-E/MM-AE/MMS/MMS-E models.
[2] AC Couple Mode can be activated using Battery Type: Custom with MS-PAE
Series ≥Rev 4.1.
[3] The AC meter displays are only accurate when used with MS-PAE or MSH
Series inverters and aren’t shown unless the inverter is ≥ Level 4.
[4] Level 2 and 3 inverters can be used, but:
Level 2 inverters are limited from 1.0-4.5 hours,
Level 3 inverters <Rev 4.1 are limited from 1.0-6.5 hours,
Level 3 inverters ≥Rev 4.1 (and MMS Rev 1.5) are limited from
1.5-6.5 hours;
Any setting outside these limited ranges are not recognized and
reverts to the inverter’s default absorption time (2.0 hrs).
[5] Requires ≥Level 4 to display.
[6] SOC features require the ME-BMK (Battery Monitor Kit) to be installed.
[7] To manually turn generator “ON” with remote, ME-AGS-N Rev 5.2 or higher
is required.
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3.3 Remote Buttons and Menu Items
The fi ve menu buttons (FAVS, CTRL, METER, SETUP, or TECH) allow the
inverter/charger system to be confi gured to your specifi c preferences. These
buttons also allow you to access menu items that can help with monitoring
and troubleshooting your system. Refer to Figure 3-2 for an example on how
to navigate the remote.
This section covers each menu button’s function and its various confi gurable
settings. This helps optimize the operation of the inverter/charger.
3.3.1 FAVS Button and Menus
The FAVS (FAVORITES) button is similar to the Favorites button on your TV
remote. It enables you to store the most frequently used menu items for
quick reference, or to make easy changes to the system. The menu items
stored under the FAVS button should be those menus most often used.
The FAVS button has fi ve factory-stored default menu items. You can also
access these menu items using the SETUP and CTRL buttons to make
changes. Before changing the default FAVS menu items, it is suggested that
you thoroughly review all the menu items on the menu map (see Figures
4-1 thru 4-5) and make a short list of the items you think you will use most
often. Once you decide which fi ve items you would like to make as your
favorites, determine the order in which those menus are to appear under the
FAVS button. This is important since you will assign a FAVS position 1-5 for
each menu item you select.
Menu items can be changed at any time under the FAVS button. Navigate to
a menu item that you would like to set as a favorite, then push and hold the
FAVS button for three seconds. The screen displays “Select FAV: F1“ on the
bottom line. Rotate the SELECT knob to select FAVS 1 through 5. Once you
have decided the location for the menu item, press the SELECT knob to save
the menu item at the selected FAVS location.
Info: The FAVS button can be used to store menu items that would
otherwise not be accessible after a PIN has been set for the SETUP
menu.
Info: Menu headings cannot be selected and stored in FAVS,
only menu items (with exception of TECH menu headings). Menu
headings are identifi ed with a number. Menu items are identifi ed
by a number followed by a letter.
Example: 02 Invert Setup is a menu heading.
Example: 02A Search Watts is a menu item.
Status
02 Invert Setup
02A Search Watts
5 Watts
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Display
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Rotary SELECT Knob
To select a FAVS
item
Rotate to desired
selection:
F4 Battery Type
Flooded
F5 Gen Control
OFF
Press to
edit setting
FAVS
Press
F1 Search Watts
5 Watts
FAVS Button
Top line shows current
FAVS menu and
position in FAVS menu.
F1 Search Watts
5 Watts
Bottom line shows
current setting.
F2 LBCO Setting
10.0 VDC
….
Figure 3-3, FAVS Button and Menus
FAVS Menu Default Settings:
• FAVS: F1 Search Watts – This is the F1 default (FAVS #1). Refer
to the SETUP button’s 02A Search Watts menu item on page 23 for
information on how to adjust the Search Watts setting.
• FAVS: F2 LBCO (Low Battery Cut Out) Setting – This is the F2 default
(FAVS #2). Refer to the SETUP button’s 02B LBCO Setting menu item on
page 24 for information on how to adjust the LBCO setting.
• FAVS: F3 AC Input – This is the F3 default (FAVS #3). Refer to the
SETUP button’s 03A AC Input Amps menu item on page 28 for information
on how to adjust the AC Input setting.
• FAVS: F4 Battery Type – This is the F4 default (FAVS #4). Refer to the
SETUP button’s 03B Battery Type menu item on page 30 for information
on how to set the battery type.
• FAVS: F5 Gen Control – This is the F5 default (FAVS #5). Refer to the
CTRL button’s 03 Gen Control menu on page 18 for information on how
to use the Gen Control function.
Info: F5 Gen Control is a menu heading. It provides easy access
to turn the generator on and off. If another menu item is saved in
the F5 location, the only way to bring Gen Control back into the F5
location is to reset the remote to its factory defaults using the TECH
button’s 07 Load Defaults menu.
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3.3.2 CTRL (Control) Button and Menus
The CTRL button accesses the 01 ACIn Control, 02 CHG Control, and 03 Gen
Control menus. The CTRL button gives you quick control of the main functions
of the inverter/charger without having to access the SETUP button’s menus
in order to change the operation of the inverter/charger or generator. Once
the settings have been programmed in the SETUP menus, the features can
then be enabled using the CTRL button.
Example: The SETUP menu’s 02C AC In - Time setting is used to set what
time of day (e.g., 12AM to 8AM) you want the inverter to connect to the
incoming AC. Once the time is set, use the CTRL button to access the Set
ACIn Control menu item and select Time Connect. When Time Connect
is selected, the inverter/charger will only connect to AC when the time is
between 12AM and 8AM.
Info: If a ME-ARC is connected to a parallel system with a ME-RTR,
it acts like a ‘display only’ device with limited user controls. When
the ME-ARC is directly connected to either the inverter or ME-RTR,
the CTRL button function of the ME-ARC is defeated.
The ME-ARC however, does contain the 03 Gen Control selection in
the FAVS menu. The generator can be controlled via the ME-ARC
through the FAVS menu, but not thru the CTRL menu.
LCD
Display
CTRL Button
CTRL
Press
01 ACIn Control
Auto Connect
01 ACIn Control
Auto Connect
Figure 3-4, CTRL Button and Menus
Top line shows
menu heading
Bottom line
shows current
setting
02 CHG Control
Multi-Stage
Rotary SELECT Knob
Rotate to
desired
selection:
Press to edit
setting
03 Gen Control
OFF
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CTRL: 01 ACIn Control
01 ACIn Control menu has four different conditions in which the inverter/charger will connect to an incoming AC power source. Only one may be selected at
any one time—multiple conditions can be enabled, but only one can be active.
Info: Before the inverter allows the AC input to connect to the AC
source (grid or generator), the incoming AC must be qualifi ed by the
inverter/charger (voltage is below the high AC input requirements,
above the SETUP button’s 03D VAC Dropout setting, and between
50 Hz to 70 Hz for domestic models—40-60 Hz for export models).
Info: The top status line of the LCD display will alternate the in-
verter/charger status with a secondary AC IN status when AC is
present, but is not connecting as a result of a selection made in
the SETUP menu.
Example: AC is present, but Time Connect has been selected from
the 01 ACIn Control menu and the current time of day is 6PM. The
SETUP menu’s 02C AC In-Time current setting is 2AM - 8AM. The
current time of 6PM is outside the connect time, so the inverter/
charger will not connect to the incoming AC until after 2AM. The
primary status will display “Inverting” and the secondary status will
display “Time Connect” to let you know the reason that incoming
AC has not connected.
• Auto Connect – Automatically connects to incoming AC power when the
incoming AC is qualifi ed by the inverter/charger (voltage is below the
high AC input requirements, above the SETUP button’s 03D VAC Dropout
setting, and between 50 Hz to 70 Hz for domestic models—40-60 Hz for
export models).
• VDC Connect – Only allows the incoming AC to connect when the DC
battery voltage falls below the Set Connect Volts setting in the SETUP
menu’s 02D AC In - VDC menu item. Disconnects from incoming AC when
the DC battery voltage rises above the Set Disconnect Volts setting, also
from the 02D AC In - VDC menu.
Info: See SETUP menu 02D on page 26 for a complete explanation
of the Set Connect/Disconnect Volts menu settings.
• Time Connect – Only allows incoming AC to connect when the time of
day is between the Set Connect and Set Disconnect time settings in the
SETUP menu’s 02C AC In - Time menu item.
Info: See SETUP menu 02C on page 25 for a complete explanation
of the Set Connect/Disconnect time menu settings.
• SOC Connect – Only allows incoming AC to connect when the battery
bank State of Charge (SOC) falls below the Set Connect SOC setting in
the SETUP menu’
ing AC when the battery bank SOC rises above the Set Disconnect SOC
setting, also from the 02E AC In - SOC menu. This feature requires the
optional ME-BMK (battery monitor) to be installed.
s 02E AC In - SOC menu item. Disconnects from incom-
Info: See SETUP menu 02E on page 26 for a complete explanation
of the Set Connect SOC menu settings.
• AC In-Disabled – Disconnects incoming AC when selected. This setting
will prevent incoming AC from connecting to the inverter/charger.
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CTRL: 02 CHG (Charge) Control
02 CHG Control enables you to set the Charge mode to Multi-Stage, Force
Float, or to Restart Bulk. Most of the time the charger should be left in the
Multi-Stage setting, but to override this setting use the CTRL button and the
02 CHG Control menu. The charger can be forced into the Float mode or you
can start the Bulk mode using the Force Float or Restart Bulk settings from
the CTRL button’s 02 CHG Control menu.
• Multi-Stage – This charge profi le starts in Bulk mode (maximum cur-
rent). It transitions to the Absorption stage (constant voltage). When the
Absorption voltage is reached (as determined by the SETUP button’s 03E
Absorb Done menu), it transitions to the fi nal charge stage as selected
in the SETUP menu’s 03G Final Charge Stage menu item.
Info: Multi-Stage must be selected in order for the Final Charge
Stage setting to be used.
• Force Float – This charge profi le forces the charger to stay in Float mode
as long as AC is present and the charger is active. Force Float is most
often used when another source of charging such as PV, wind, or hydro
is available to keep the batteries at or above the fl oat voltage. If AC is
disconnected and then reconnected, the charger will go directly to Float
mode and will not initiate a Bulk or Absorption charge cycle.
CAUTION: Using the Force Float setting may not fully charge the
batteries. Most batteries require a Bulk and Absorption charge cycle
in order to fully recombine the electrolyte in the batteries and bring
the specifi c gravity to the proper level. Be sure to check with your
battery manufacturer before using this setting.
Info: If Silent is selected from the SETUP menu’s 03G Final Charge
Stage menu item, you can override this selection with Force Float
to temporarily fl oat the batteries.
• Restart Bulk – This selection restarts the Bulk cycle from any stage in
the charge cycle. The Restart Bulk setting is useful when a full multistage charge cycle does not bring the specifi c gravity of the batteries to
the proper level.
Info: The Restart Bulk setting automatically defaults back to the
Multi-Stage setting once the inverter/charger status displays “Bulk
Charging”.
Info: If you have to continually restart the bulk cycle in order
to bring the batteries to full charge, check the settings from the
SETUP button’s 03 Charger Setup menu to ensure the batteries
are fully charged at the end of a regular multi-stage charge cycle.
Check with the battery manufacturer for proper battery charger
settings.
CAUTION: Frequently restarting the Bulk cycle may result in over-
charging of the batteries.
CTRL: 03 Gen Control
03 Gen Control is used for controlling a standby generator that is connected
to the system and using the optional ME-AGS-N module. Once the AGS-N
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is installed in the system, the generator can be manually started and stopped,
or set to start and stop automatically from this menu.
Info: If a ME-ARC is connected directly to one of the communication
ports on a router (P1-P6) it can be used in a remote location as a remote on/off switch, as well as to assist in monitoring the system and
to control a generator that is connected to an ME-AGS-N.
Info: The ME-AGS-N must be installed in order for the 03 Gen Con-
trol menu to control a standby generator. Refer to the ME-AGS-N
Owner’s Manual (PN: 64-0039) for installation information.
• OFF – The OFF selection will stop the generator by sending a ‘stop’ com-
mand from the ME-AGS-N control module (can be running from either
a manual start or an autostart command from the AGS). When the OFF
setting is selected, the generator will not start automatically.
Info: If DC power is lost to the remote, this menu resets to the
default OFF selection for safety.
• ON – The ON selection starts the generator by sending a ‘start’ command
from the ME-AGS-N control module. Once the generator is started, it
may be stopped by selecting OFF from the 03 Gen Control menu, which
sends a stop command from the ME-AGS-N.
Info: Manually start the generator by selecting ON from the 03
Gen Control menu; change the selection to AUTO to automatically
stop the generator. When the AUTO setting is selected after the
generator has been manually started, it uses the stop setting from
the SETUP button’s 04A Gen Run VDC (using the Set Stop Gen Volts
setting—even if not enabled) or 04F Max Gen Run Time menu item,
whichever occurs fi rst.
Info: The ON selection uses warm-up time. The OFF selection stops
immediately and does not use the cooldown time.
• AUTO – This selection uses the settings from the SETUP button’s 04 AGS
Setup menus to automatically start and stop the generator based on
battery voltage, time of day, AC load on the inverter, high temperature,
or battery state of charge (requires a ME-BMK/ME-BMK-NS accessory).
Refer to the Section 7.0 “Using an AGS Module” to set the start and stop
parameters for the generator.
3.3.3 METER Button and Menus
The METER menu button gives you access to the various meters which help
determine the status of the inverter/charger and battery system.
Info: Depending on the inverter, some meter functions may not
display or be accessible. If some meters do not display, refer to
Section 3.2.
Info: Most displays automatically return to the remote’s home
screen fi ve minutes after the last button push. When using the
METER button, the selected menus stay and do not return to the
remote’s home screen. This feature is useful for displaying commonly used meter readings.
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Top line shows inverter/
METER
Press
Bottom line shows
current menu heading
charger status
Status...
01 DC Meters
To select the next
METER menu
Rotate to
desired
selection:
Press to select
meters
Status...
01 DC Meters
Status...
02 AC Meters
Status...
03 AGS Meters
Status...
04 BMK Meters
Figure 3-5, METER Button and Menus
METER: 01 DC Meters
DC Meters displays battery voltage, DC amps from the inverter/charger, and
the time in Charge mode. Use these meters to monitor your battery bank.
• 01A DC Volts – DC Volts provides the battery voltage. The DC Volts
display provides the voltage from the battery bank connected to the
inverter. Accuracy is ±1.5% with a 0.1 VDC resolution.
• 01B DC Amps – The DC Amps meter displays a negative number to
show the current being removed from the battery. This meter displays
a positive number to show the amount of current delivered to the
batteries. This meter converts AC amps to display DC amps, so the
accuracy below one amp AC (~10 amps DC @ 12 VDC) is not detected.
When the current in or out of the batteries is greater than one amp AC,
the accuracy of this meter is ±20%.
• 01C Charge Time – This meter displays the total time the charger is in
the Bulk or Absorb mode. The meter does not accumulate time when in
Float, Charger Standby, Full, or Silent mode.
Info: The charge time is reset whenever the charge status goes to
“Charging” (occurs whenever AC is connected to the inverter/charger), or if the charger initiates another Bulk Charge cycle.
METER: 02 AC Meters
• 02A Output Volts – This menu provides the AC voltage measurement at
the inverter’s output terminals. If inverting, this measures the inverter’s
output voltage. When in Standby mode, this measures the AC voltage that
is passing through the inverter from the source (e.g., grid or generator).
• 02B Output Hertz – While inverting, this menu displays the output
frequency of the inverter. When in Standby mode, this meter displays
the frequency of the incoming AC source (i.e., grid or generator) that
is passing through the inverter to the inverter’s output terminals. The
frequency is shown in Hertz (Hz).
• 02C Load Amps – This menu displays the AC amps as measured on the
inverter’s AC output terminals. The reading is positive (+) if power is being pulled from the inverter to run an AC load—either using the batteries
in Inverter mode, or from the AC input source in Standby mode. The
reading is negative (–) to indicate power is being returned to the inverter
through the AC output terminals—possible in an AC coupled installation.
Info: The 02C Load Amps value is determined by subtracting the
02E Inv/Chg Amps value from the 02D Input Amps value.
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02D Input Amps – This menu displays the total AC amps being used
by the inverter for charging and any connected load at the output of
the inverter. This reading is always displayed as a positive (+) number.
Example: If the charger is using 20A from the AC source and the load
connected to the inverter output is using 10A, the combined load on
the incoming AC source is 30A. So, 30A is displayed as the input amps.
• 02E Inv/Chg Amps – This menu displays the inverter or charger amps.
A negative (–) amps reading indicates the inverter is powering the inverter loads and the batteries are discharging (inverter amps). A positive
(+) amps reading indicates the inverter is using the AC input source to
charge the batteries (charger amps).
• 02F Input AC1 – This menu displays the RMS value of the AC voltage
at the in
• 02G Input AC2 – This menu displays the RMS value of the AC input
voltage applied to the inverter’s AC2 and NEUTRAL terminals.
verter’s AC1/HOT IN 1 and NEUTRAL terminals.
Info: The 02G Input AC2 menu only displays if the remote is con-
nected to a dual source inverter/charger that has an AC1 and AC2
input such as the MSH4024E.
Info: If the 02G Input AC2 menu displays voltage (~ 50 volts),
but the generator is off or nothing is connected to the AC2 input,
the AC2 neutral-to-ground bond connection is not correct or connected.
METER: 03 AGS Meters
Refer to Section 7.0 for detailed information on the AGS menus that are
a
vailable from the ME-ARC remote’s METER button.
METER: 04 BMK Meters
Refer to Section 8.0 for detailed information on the BMK menus that are
available from the ME-ARC remote’s METER button.
3.3.4 SETUP Button and Menus
Pressing the SETUP button provides access to the menu items and settings
that enable you to confi gure the ME-ARC display, inverter/charger, ME-AGS-N,
and the ME-BMK. Review each menu item to determine if you need to adjust
any settings to meet your system requirements.
Info: The fi rst screen that may appear when the SETUP button is
pushed is a password screen. If the PIN has been set under the TECH
button’s 05 SETUP PIN menu item, the fi rst screen is the Setup PIN
menu. The proper PIN must now be entered in order to access the
SETUP menus. After fi ve minutes from the last button push, the
display automatically returns to the remote home screen and the
PIN must be reentered in order to access the SETUP menus. Refer
to the TECH menu’s 05 SETUP PIN menu item to set or change the
PIN number.
Info: In any SETUP menu that contains a range of settings, if the fi rst
and last settings are equal (set to the same value) the function will
be disabled, even if selected/enabled from the CTRL menu.
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LCD
Display
SETUP
Press
Status...
01 Remote Setup
Bottom line shows current
SETUP Button
Top line shows
current status
Status...
01 Remote Setup
SETUP menu heading
Status...
02 Invert Setup
Status...
03 Charger Setup
Rotary SELECT Knob
Rotate to
desired
selection:
…...
Status...
05 BMK Setup
Press to
select SETUP
menu
Figure 3-6, SETUP Button and Menus
SETUP: 01 Remote Setup
The following menus are used to set up the remote screen and clock.
• 01A Set Clock – The ME-ARC contains a real time clock that must be
set for proper operation of some features. These features are: the SETUP
button’s 02C AC In-Time, 04B Gen Run Time, 04G Quiet Time, 4H Gen
Exercise menu items, and the 04 Fault History menu items under the
TECH button.
**IMPORTANT**
It is very important that you set the time clock as it is a critical piece in
effectively addressing fault issues, as well as for the proper start/stop
functions of your AGS device, if installed.
Info: The clock obtains power from the inverter and will reset if the
ME-ARC is disconnected from the inverter.
To set the current time:
From the Set Clock menu:
1. Rotate the SELECT knob to the correct hour of day, and then press
SELECT.
2. Rotate the SELECT knob to the correct minute setting, and then
press SELECT.
3. Rotate the SELECT knob to the appropriate AM or PM setting, and
then press SELECT.
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• 01B Contrast – This setting enables you to adjust the contrast of the
LCD screen based on the current lighting conditions and viewing angle.
Default setting: Contrast = 100%
Range: 0-100%
• 01C Backlight – This setting enables you to adjust the backlight of the
LCD screen based on the current lighting conditions and viewing angle.
Default setting: Backlight = 50%
Range: 0-100%
• 01D Power Save – This setting enables you to turn off the Power
Save™ feature, or to select the time that determines when the display
goes into Power Save mode.
Default setting: PwrSave = 15 minute
Range: OFF, 1, 5, 10, 15, 30, 45, 60 Min
What is the Power Save feature? The Power Save feature turns off the
LCD backlight and the LED’s on the remote to conserve energy. The remote
goes into Power Save mode if there hasn’t been a button press or fault
message for a period of time (this time is determined by the 01D Power Save
setting). Whenever the remote goes into the Power Save mode, the LCD
backlight and the LED’s can be reactivated by pressing any button. If you
have a fault during the Power Save mode, the LCD backlight and the FAULT
LED will come on and stay on as long as the fault is present.
Info: If you want the LCD backlight and the LED’s to always be on,
you will need to turn the Power Save feature off by selecting OFF
from the Set Power Save menu.
• 01E Temp Display – This menu item selects whether to display tempera-
tures in Fahrenheit or Celsius. Once you select either Fahrenheit or Celsius,
the following menu items will use your selection: the METER button’s 03D
AGS Temp menu, the SETUP button’s 04E Gen Run Temp menu, and the
TECH button’s 01 Temperatures menu.
Default setting: Fahrenheit
Range: Fahrenheit, Celsius
SETUP: 02 Invert Setup
The following menus are used to set up those functions that are only related
to the Inverting mode of the inverter/charger.
• 02A Search Watts – Allows you to turn off the Search Watts feature, or
to adjust the power level to determine when the inverter leaves Search
mode. If this feature is not needed, select Search=OFF. When search is
turned off, the inverter continuously provides full AC voltage to the loads.
Default setting: 5 Watts
Range: OFF, 5-50 Watts
Info: When the Search Watts feature is active, “Searching” ap-
pears on the top line of the LCD display and the green INV LED will
slowly fl ash.
What is the Search Watts feature? This feature is used to help save
battery power by reducing the inverter’s output to search pulses when there
is no detectable load. If a load greater than the wattage level setting turns on
while the inverter is ‘searching’, the inverter will start ‘inverting’ to provide
full voltage on its output.
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Should I use the Search Watts feature? If the inverter can spend a great
deal of time searching (to reduce the power drain on your batteries) and you
can tolerate small loads (less than 5 watts) being off, then the Search Watts
feature should be used. However, if some small loads (i.e., digital clocks,
satellite receivers, answering machines, etc.,) are required to be on, then
this feature should be turned off (Search = OFF).
Where should I set Search Watts? The Search Watts setting should be
adjusted to the same power level (or next lower setting) of the smallest load
that you plan to run. If you don’t know the wattage of the smallest load, turn
the switch for the load on and decrease the Search Watts setting until the
load comes on and stays on.
Info: Even though the Search Watts feature is on, some connected
equipment—even if they are off—may draw enough current to keep
the inverter in the Inverting mode (i.e., not “Searching”).
• 02B LBCO Setting – The LBCO setting (Low Battery Cut Out) sets
the DC voltage level that turns off the inverter. This helps protect the
batteries from over-discharge damage. If the battery voltage drops below
the LBCO set-point continuously for more than one minute, the FAULT
LED will come on, the inverter will turn off, and the display will show a
“Low Battery” status. If the battery voltage falls below 8.5 volts (12-volt
models), 17.0 volts (24-volt models), or 34.0 volts (48-volt models) the
FAULT LED and Low Battery status indications will be immediate.
Default settings: LBCO = 10.0 VDC (12v), 20.0 VDC (24v) or 40.0
VDC (48v)
Ranges: 9.0-12.2 VDC (12v), 18.0-24.4 VDC (24v), 36.0-48.8 VDC (48v)
Info: The inverter automatically begins inverting when the DC volt-
age increases to ≥ 12.5 VDC (12-volt models), ≥ 25.0 VDC (24-volt
models), or ≥ 50.0 VDC (48-volt models). If AC power is available
and connected to the inverter’s input, the inverter automatically
clears the low battery fault, passes the input AC power to the output,
and begins charging the batteries.
Where should I set the LBCO setting? If your goal is not to discharge
your batteries more than 20%*, then set the LBCO setting from 11.5 - 12.2
VDC (12-volt models), 23.0 - 24.4 VDC (24-volt models), or 46.0 - 48.8 VDC
(48-volt models). In some applications, such as those installed in an off-grid
home or when doing a lot of RV dry-camping, you may want to cycle down
to 50%* by setting the LBCO from 10.0 to 11.4 VDC (12-volt models), 20.0 -
22.8 VDC (24-volt models) or 40.0 to 45.6 VDC (48-volt models). In extreme
circumstances, you have the ability to discharge the batteries to 80%* by
setting the LBCO to 9.0 or 9.5 VDC (12-volt models), 18.0 - 19.0 VDC (24volt models), or 36.0 or 38.0 VDC (48-volt models) before recharging.
* These are rough estimates. For accurate battery monitoring, a battery
monitor such as Magnum’s ME-BMK/ME-BMK-NS is required.
Info: The higher the LBCO setting, the less the inverter discharges
the batteries; which allows the batteries to have a longer life. The
down side to a higher LBCO setting is that you need to charge more
often to prevent the inverter from shutting off in Fault mode.
Info: If there is an ME-AGS-N installed, it should be set to start
at ≥1.0 volts higher than the LBCO setting—this is to prevent the
inverter from shutting down before the generator comes on.
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