Magnum energy Me-rtr User Manual

ME-RTR

Router Control

25 .6 VDC 20 Amps

Sys te m Ho me

Inverti ng

Owner’s Manual

(for Revision 2.2 or higher)

Disclaimer of Liability

The use of this manual and the conditions or methods of installation, operation, use, and maintenance of the ME-RTR are beyond the control of Magnum Energy, Inc. Therefore, 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.

Due to continuous improvements and product updates, the images shown in this manual may not exactly match the unit purchased.

Restrictions on Use

The ME-RTR may only be used in life-support devices or systems with the express written approval of Magnum Energy. Failure of the ME-RTR 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-RTR fails, it is reasonable to assume that the health of the user or other persons may be endangered.

Important Product Safety Instructions

This manual contains important safety instructions to follow during the installation and operation of this product. Read all instructions and safety information contained in this manual before installing or using this product.

All electrical work must be performed in accordance with local, state,

• and federal electrical 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. As long as AC power is connected, it will pass through the inverter regardless of the power switch on the inverter or the ON/OFF INVERTER button on the router.

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: This symbol indicates that failure to take a speciﬁ ed

action could result in physical harm to the user.

CAUTION: This symbol indicates that failure to take a speciﬁ ed

action could result in damage to the equipment.

Info: This symbol indicates information that emphasizes or

supplements important points of the main text.

Remedy: This symbol provides possible solutions for related

issues.

Table of Contents

1.0 Overview .................................................................................. 1

2.0 Installation ............................................................................... 3

2.1 Installation Guidelines ............................................................... 3

2.2 Tools Required ..........................................................................3

2.3 Installation Overview ................................................................. 3

2.4 Mounting the Router .................................................................. 6

2.5 Connecting the CAT 5 Parallel Stacking Cables .............................. 7

2.6 Connecting the Communication Cables ......................................... 8

2.6.1 Optional Cable Connection Routes ......................................... 9

2.7 Wiring the Auxiliary Relay ........................................................ 10

2.8 Installing the Router Cover ....................................................... 11

2.9 Power-up Routine .................................................................... 11

3.0 Setup ...................................................................................... 12

3.1 Navigating the Router .............................................................. 12

3.2 Router Pushbuttons and Menu Items ......................................... 13

3.2.1 PORT Button ..................................................................... 13

3.2.2 CTRL (Control) Button ....................................................... 14

01 AC In Control .................................................................... 15

02 CHG (Charge) Control ........................................................ 16

03 Gen Control ...................................................................... 17

3.2.3 METER Button ................................................................... 18

01 DC Meters......................................................................... 19

02 AC Meters ......................................................................... 19

03 AGS Meters ....................................................................... 20

04 BMK Meters ...................................................................... 20

3.2.4 SETUP Button .................................................................. 22

01 Router Setup ..................................................................... 23

02 Invert Setup .................................................................... 26

03 Charger Setup ................................................................... 30

3.2.4.1 Accessory Setup .......................................................... 37

04 AGS Setup ..................................................................... 37

05 BMK Setup ..................................................................... 38

06 REM Setup ..................................................................... 38

3.2.5 TECH Button ..................................................................... 39

4.0 ME-RTR Menu Maps ................................................................ 43

5.0 Operation ............................................................................... 52

5.1 Front Panel ............................................................................ 52

5.1.1 LED Indicators .................................................................. 52

5.1.2 LCD Display ...................................................................... 52

5.1.3 ON/OFF Pushbuttons ......................................................... 53

5.1.4 Menu Pushbuttons ............................................................. 53

5.1.5 Rotary SELECT Knob .......................................................... 53

5.2 Operating the Inverter/Charger ................................................. 54

5.2.1 Inverter Mode ................................................................... 54

5.2.2 Charger Mode ................................................................... 54

5.3 System Status Messages .......................................................... 55

5.3.1 Inverter Mode Messages .................................................... 56

5.3.2 Charger Mode Messages ..................................................... 57

5.3.3 AC In Control Messages ..................................................... 61

Table of Contents (cont.)

5.3.4 Fault Mode Messages ......................................................... 61

5.3.4.1 System Fault Messages ............................................... 62

5.3.4.2 Stacking Fault Messages ............................................... 66

5.3.4.3 Internal Fault Messages ............................................... 67

5.3.5 LED Indicator Guide .......................................................... 69

6.0 Troubleshooting ..................................................................... 70

6.1 Troubleshooting Tips................................................................ 71

6.1.1 Inverter Problems ............................................................. 71

6.1.2 Charger Problems ............................................................. 71

6.2 Performing an Inverter Reset .................................................... 72

6.3 Powering Down the Inverter ..................................................... 72

7.0 Warranty and Service Info ...................................................... 73

7.1 Limited Warranty .................................................................... 73

7.2 How to Receive Repair Service .................................................. 74

List of Figures

Figure 1-1, Front Panel Features .......................................................... 1

Figure 1-2, Router Connections Overview..............................................2

Figure 2-1, System Overview .............................................................. 4

Figure 2-2, Router Dimensions ............................................................ 5

Figure 2-3, Router Mounting Holes ....................................................... 6

Figure 2-4, Internal Router Dimensions ................................................ 6

Figure 2-5, Connecting CAT 5 and Communication Cables to Inverters ...... 7

Figure 2-6, Connecting the CAT 5 Cables to the Router ........................... 7

Figure 2-7, Concealed Mounted Communication Cables ........................... 9

Figure 2-8, Surface Mounted Communication Cables ..............................9

Figure 2-9, Router Cover’s Cable Connection Cutouts ........................... 10

Figure 2-10, Wiring the Auxiliary Relay ............................................... 10

Figure 2-11, Installing the Router Cover ............................................. 11

Figure 2-12, Power-up Routine .......................................................... 11

Figure 3-1, Up and Down Arrows for Hidden Lines ................................ 12

Figure 3-2, PORT Button ................................................................... 13

Figure 3-3, CTRL (Control) Button ...................................................... 14

Figure 3-4, METER Button ................................................................. 18

Figure 3-5, SETUP Button ................................................................. 22

Figure 3-6, Aux Relay LED ................................................................ 25

Figure 3-7, TECH Button ................................................................... 39

Figure 3-8, Fault History ................................................................... 40

Figure 4-1 PORT/CTRL Button Menu Maps (page 1 of 9) ........................ 43

Figure 4-2 METER Button Menu Map (page 2 of 9) ............................... 44

Figure 4-3 SETUP Button Menu Map - Router (page 3 of 9).................... 45

Figure 4-4 SETUP Button Menu Map - Router (page 4 of 9).................... 46

Figure 4-5 SETUP Button Menu Map - Inverter (page 5 of 9).................. 47

Figure 4-6 SETUP Button Menu Map - Charger (page 6 of 9) .................. 48

Figure 4-7 SETUP Button Menu Map - Charger (page 7 of 9) .................. 49

Figure 4-8 SETUP (Accs)/TECH Menu Map (page 8 of 9) ........................ 50

Figure 4-9 TECH Button Menu Map (page 9 of 9) ................................. 51

Figure 5-1, ME-RTR Front Panel Controls and Indicators ........................ 52

Figure 5-1.1, SYSTEM Screen Status Messages .................................... 55

List of Figures (cont.)

Figure 5-1.2, PORT Screen Status Messages ........................................ 55

Figure 5-2, OFF Mode...................................................................... .56

Figure 5-3, Searching Mode............................................................... 56

Figure 5-4, Inverting Mode............................................................... 56

Figure 5-5, Inverter Standby Mode .................................................... 57

Figure 5-6, Charging Mode ................................................................ 57

Figure 5-7, Bulk Charging Mode ......................................................... 57

Figure 5-8, Absorb Charging Mode ..................................................... 58

Figure 5-9, Float Charging Mode ........................................................ 58

Figure 5-10, Full Charge Mode ........................................................... 58

Figure 5-11, Charger Standby Mode ................................................... 59

Figure 5-12, Silent Mode .................................................................. 59

Figure 5-13, Force Float Mode ........................................................... 59

Figure 5-14, Equalizing Mode ............................................................ 60

Figure 5-15, VDC Connect Mode ........................................................ 61

Figure 5-16, Time Connect Mode ....................................................... 61

Figure 5-17, AC In - Disabled Mode .................................................... 61

Figure 5-18, Low Battery Fault .......................................................... 62

Figure 5-19, High Battery Fault ......................................................... 62

Figure 5-20, Overtemp Fault ............................................................. 63

Figure 5-21, AC Overload Fault .......................................................... 63

Figure 5-22, Hi Volts AC Fault ............................................................ 63

Figure 5-23, Dead Battery Charge Fault .............................................. 64

Figure 5-24, Overcurrent Fault .......................................................... 64

Figure 5-25, FET Overload Fault......................................................... 64

Figure 5-26, Breaker Tripped Fault ..................................................... 65

Figure 5-27, Unknown Fault xx .......................................................... 65

Figure 5-28, Transformer Overtemp Fault ............................................ 65

Figure 5-29, No Inverter Comm Fault ................................................. 66

Figure 5-30, StackClock Fault ............................................................ 66

Figure 5-31, Stack Mode Fault ........................................................... 66

Figure 5-32, StackPhase Fault ........................................................... 67

Figure 5-33, Internal Bridge Fault ...................................................... 67

Figure 5-34, Internal Charger Fault .................................................... 67

Figure 5-35, Internal NTC Fault ......................................................... 68

Figure 5-36, Internal Relay Fault ....................................................... 68

Figure 6-1, Performing an Inverter Reset ............................................ 72

List of Tables

Table 3-1, Battery Type to Charge Voltages ......................................... 31

Table 3-2, Battery Amp/Hrs Capacity to Suggested Absorption Time ....... 33

Table 5-1, LED Indicator Guide .......................................................... 69

Table 6-1, Router Control Troubleshooting Guide .................................. 70

1.0 Overview

The ME-RTR, or “router” hereafter, has many of the same features as the ME-ARC50 advanced remote with the added functionality required to parallel Magnum MS-PAE inverter/chargers. The router is designed to easily and quickly connect the MS-PAE series inverter/charger in parallel without the need to program each inverter. The router will accommodate up to four MSPAE inverter/chargers in parallel plus accessories.

LED

LCD Display

Rotary

SELECT Knob

ON/OFF

Inverti ng

25 .6 VDC 20 Amps

Sys te m Home

PORT, CTRL, METER, SETUP,

TECH Buttons

LED Indicators

Figure 1-1, Front Panel Features

The ME-RTR is equipped with the following features:

LED Indicators - The at-a-glance LEDs provide the inverter/charger,

•

router, communication ports, and auxiliary relay statuses in a straightforward way.

LCD Display - The LCD display is a 20 x 4 line (80 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) - Allows all the inverters or chargers to be

•

quickly enabled or disabled.

Info: The router’s ON/OFF INVERTER and ON/OFF CHARGER

buttons function normally when a ME-ARC is connected through a router in a parallel system.

PORT Button - This button scrolls through the six communication and

•

accessory ports and displays information.

CTRL Button - This button is used to select inverter, charger, and AGS

•

functions previously set up using the SETUP button.

METER Button - This button is used to access the ‘read only’ meters for

•

DC, AC, AGS, and BMK.

SETUP Button - This button is used to access the setup menus for the

•

inverter, charger, AGS, and BMK. The SETUP button may be password protected to keep unauthorized users from accessing the SETUP menus.

1.0 Overview

TECH Button - This button is used to access technical information, fault

•

history, and to set a password for the SETUP button.

Rotary Knob/SELECT Button - The rotary encoder knob is similar to

•

a dash radio knob and is used to quickly scroll through Ports 1-6, or to select various menu items and settings. Pressing this rotary knob allows you to select a menu item or to save a setting, once it is displayed on the LCD screen.

Mounting tabs for top cover

Parallel CAT 5 jacks (x4)

B C

LEDs for communication (P1-P6)

LED for Comm (not functional,

for future use)

Figure 1-2, Router Connections Overview

LED for Aux Relay operation

Mounting screw holes (x4)

Aux Relay 2-wire terminal

w/ removable plug

Communication ports (P1-P6)

2.0 Installation

Review this entire section before proceeding with the installation of your router. The more thorough you plan in the beginning, the better your router/parallel system needs will be met.

WARNING: Installations should be performed by qualiﬁ ed

personnel, such as a licensed or certiﬁ ed electrician. It is the installer’s responsibility to determine which safety codes apply and to ensure that all applicable installation requirements are followed. Applicable installation codes vary depending on the speciﬁ c location and application.

Info: Review the Important Product Safety Information section

on the front inside cover page before any installation.

2.1 Installation Guidelines

•

Before connecting any wires determine the router’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 router.

Make sure all wires have a smooth bend radius and do not become

• kinked.

If installing this router 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.

2.2 Tools Required

Installing the router is a simple process and requires the following tools:

• Phillips screwdriver • Level • Drill

• Cut-out tool (knife/saw) • Pencil • Drill bit (7/64”)

2.3 Installation Overview

The ME-RTR is required in order to parallel stack the MS-PAE Series inverter/ charger. Each inverter/charger must be connected directly to the router using the supplied CAT 5 and RJ11 communication cables. DO NOT substitute for the supplied cables. The router comes with four 6 ft. CAT 5 cables and four 6 ft. RJ11 communication cables rated at 300 VAC – which is required to meet NEC/CEC codes when installing the router in a Magnum Panel system.

Each paralleled inverter/charger requires a CAT 5 high speed communication cable to be connected to the router’s parallel stacking ports marked MA (Master), SL1 (Slave 1), SL2 (Slave 2), and SL3 (Slave 3). One inverter/charger will always be designated the Master, and subsequently any other connected inverter/chargers will be designated as Slaves. You can stack up to four MSPAE Series inverter/chargers using one router.

The router must be located close to the inverter/chargers (within ﬁ ve feet) and acts as the system control panel. If a remote monitoring location is required, a ME-RC50 or ME-ARC50 may be connected to one of the communication ports (P1-P6) on the router, and will act as a remote on/off switch and assist in monitoring the system.

2.0 Installation

Info: It is recommended that you set up the master inverter/

charger as the ﬁ rst unit on the left so that the CAT 5 and communication cables are connected to the inverter/chargers in order from left to right – MA (Master), SL1, SL2, and SL3. This conﬁ guration makes it easy to identify the master and slave units without having to trace the wires from the router to each inverter/charger.

ME - AGS - N

Cable from ME - AGS - N

to Network Port (green)

Cables

(x4) from

router to

each

inverter’s

Remote

Port

(blue)

MS-PAE

NVERTER

ASTER

MS-PAE

NVERTER

LAVE

)

MS-PAE

NVERTER

LAVE

SL1

SL2

SL3

MS-PAE

NVERTER

LAVE

Cables

(x4) from

router to

P1 P2 P3 P4 P5 P6

each

inverter’s

Stack Port

(red)

ME - ARC

ME - BMK

Cables from router to ME - BMK/ME - BMK - NS and

ME - ARC, or to ME - AGS - N

Figure 2-1, System Overview

2.0 Installation

15/16" (22.7 cm)

FRONT VIEW

5/8"

(16. 8 cm )

15/16"

(2.4 cm)

1/16" (17.9 cm)

15/16" (22.7 cm)

BOTTOM VIEW

(3.8 cm)

1 ½

”

5/8"

(16. 8 c m)

5/8"

(1.6 cm)

9/16"

(4 cm)

15/16"

(0.9 cm)

9/16

(4 cm)

RIGH T SIDE

Figure 2-2, Router Dimensions

2.0 Installation

2.4 Mounting the Router

To mount the router:

Select an appropriate location to install the router.

Mount the router base to the wall using the 4 screws provided. See Figure 2-3.

Info: If the router is being installed on a Magnum Panel en-

closure (MP), it can be attached to either the left or right-hand side using the bracket (ME-RTR-B) provided. Refer to the MP manual (PN: 64-0028) for information on mounting the router on a MP panel.

3/8"

(0.9 cm)

(1.3 cm)

(20.3 cm)

(14 cm )

7/16"

(1.1 cm)

6 ½

(16. 5 c m)

Figure 2-3, Router Mounting Holes

13/16" (22.4 cm)

1/16"

(2.7 cm)

7/8"

(2.2cm)

11/16"

(6.8 cm)

2 ¾

(7 cm)

FRONT - BEZEL

REMOVED

Figure 2-4, Internal Router Dimensions

2.0 Installation

2.5 Connecting the CAT 5 Parallel Stacking Cables

The router comes with four 6 ft. CAT 5 cables for parallel stacking. These

cables must be used when installing the router. They are like standard CAT 5

cables, but are rated for 300 VAC to allow their use with the MS-PAE inverters, and they meet the electrical safety code requirements.

To connect the CAT 5 parallel stacking cables:

Connect a CAT 5 cable to the Stack Port on every inverter installed in

1. parallel (see Figure 2-5).

Route the inverter-connected CAT 5 cables from each inverter/charger

2. to your router. Depending on your particular setup, the cables may need to be routed through walls or the MP Panel enclosure system.

Connect each CAT 5 cable to its respective CAT 5 port on the router (MA,

3. SL1, SL2, and SL3 ports for the appropriate number of inverters installed in parallel). See Figure 2-6.

Info: At least one CAT 5 cable must be plugged into the router’s

MA port in order for the router to operate any inverters.

Connect the CAT 5 cable to the top port marked “Stack Port .”

Connect the communication cable to the port marked “Remote.”

Figure 2-5, Connecting CAT 5 and Communication Cables to the

Inverters

Figure 2-6, Connecting the CAT 5 Cables to the Router

2.0 Installation

2.6 Connecting the Communication Cables

To connect the communication cables:

Connect a communication cable to the Remote port on every inverter

installed in parallel (see Figure 2-5), using the supplied remote cables.

Route the inverter-connected communication cables from each inverter/

charger to your router. Follow the same route you used for the CAT 5 cables.

Connect each communication cable to its respective communication port

on the router. (P1-P6 for the appropriate number of inverters installed in parallel.) Refer to Section 2.6.1 and Figures 2-7 through 2-9.

Connect any accessories to the remaining open communication ports

on the router.

Info: It is recommended that the Master inverter be connected to remote communication Port 1, Slave 1 to remote communication Port 2 etc., in order to more easily keep track of which

inverter is displayed on each port.

Info: It is recommended that all accessories be connected

directly to the router using any available communication ports (P1-P6). Except for remotes (i.e., ME-RC or ME-ARC), if there are additional accessories to connect, but all the router’s communication ports are being used, the additional accessories may be connected to the Network ports on the stacked inverter/chargers. Any accessory connected directly to the Network port on an inverter/charger will display as an accessory on the router port to which the inverter/charger is connected.

Example: A ME-AGS-N connected to the Network port on the master inverter (P1) will display as P1Acc on the router.

Info: Multiple accessories of the same type may be connected

to the system, but there are some limitations to the number of accessories. You may connect a maximum of one ME-RC or ME-ARC remote, two ME-AGS-N modules, and any number of ME-BMK/ME-BMK-NS accessories.

Info: The ME-ARC or ME-RC remote must be connected directly

to the router and programmed to indicate which port the remote is monitoring. It is recommended that the ME-RC or ME-ARC is set to monitor “System” in most installations. The ME-RC or ME-ARC must not be directly connected to the Remote or Network ports on the MS -PAE inverter when the router is also connected.

Info: When used in conjunction with a router, a ME-RC or ME-

ARC has limited functions. The remote control monitors the port it is designated to display, turns all parallel inverter/chargers on/off, and displays METER and TECH information. The ME-ARC does not control the inverter/chargers via the CTRL button.

2.0 Installation

2.6.1 Optional Cable Connection Routes

You can either surface mount or conceal the cable connections to the router. The cables can be ﬂ ush mounted through an opening in a wall (Figure 2-7); or, if there is insufﬁ cient room behind the wall or no desire to cut into the wall, the cables can be surface mounted (Figures 2-8).

Figure 2-7, Concealed Mounted Communication Cables

Figure 2-8, Surface Mounted Communication Cables

Info: The CAT 5 and communication cables may be installed

on the mounting surface or through the wall. If the cables are installed on the surface, the router cover has cutout sections to accommodate the cables (see Figure 2-9). These cutout sections are made thinner to allow them to be easily broken or cut. Only remove those cutout sections needed for the number of cable connections you are installing.

2.0 Installation

BOTTOM VI EW – ROUTER COVER

Communication cable cutouts (x9)

RIGHT SIDE VIE W – ROUTER COVER

CAT 5 cable cutouts (x4)

Figure 2-9, Router Cover’s Cable Connection Cutouts

2.7 Wiring the Auxiliary Relay

The Aux Relay is a 2-wire dry contact relay that is either normally open or closed. The Aux Relay may be wired to any device requiring a contact closure that draws no more than 0.1 amp of current. The Aux Relay is a voltage controlled relay and may be programmed to open or close on VDC, with an adjustable delay.

CAUTION: When wiring the Aux Relay, use an inline 0.5 amp

fuse to protect the relay. Damage to this relay is not covered by warranty.

2-wire dry contact terminal

Figure 2-10, Wiring the Auxiliary Relay

2.0 Installation

2.8 Installing the Router Cover

Once all the wiring is completed, you are ready to install the router cover. Tip the top of the cover down and hook it over the router top (protruding horizontal tabs on inside top of cover go under corresponding mounting tabs at top of router), and then drop the cover down (cover the router’s bottom vertical tabs). Install the two ﬂ athead Phillips screws into the bottom tabs to hold the router cover in place.

Install with two flathead Phillips

mounting screws

Figure 2-11, Installing the Router Cover

2.9 Power-up Routine

When the router is first connected to an inverter, a power-up routine is

initialized. During the power-up routine, the LCD displays “MAGNUM ENERGY ROUTER Ver x.x”. The next three screens prompt you to set HOURS, MINUTES, and AM/PM. Once the clock has been set, the router displays the SYSTEM HOME screen.

Info: Pressing and holding down the METER button for three

seconds takes you back to the System Home screen from any menu.

Set Clock

12:15 am

ALL EDIT RTR Setup

12:00 pm

MAGNUM ENERGY

ROUTER

Ver 2.1

Set Clock

12:00 am

ALL edit RTR Setup

Set Clock

MS4024PAE

System Home

Figure 2-12, Power-up Routine

ALL EDIT RTR Setup

3.0 Setup

When a router is connected to a Magnum inverter/charger, the settings in the router determine the inverter/charger’s operating parameters. The router’s default settings are adequate for most installations; however, you have the option to change some of the operating parameters. This section shows you how to navigate the router and gives you an understanding of the function of

each adjustable setting. See Figures 4-1 thru 4-9 for complete maps of the

router’s menu items and adjustable settings.

*** IMPORTANT ***

All settings/setup menus in the router are compatible with MS-PAE Series inverter/chargers. If you are using the router with another inverter/charger (other than the MS-PAE Series), some features and setup menus may not be compatible with your inverter and will not function. Contact Magnum Energy to determine if a particular feature/setup menu provided in the router is compatible with your inverter.

3.1 Navigating the Router

Familiarize yourself with the controls on the front panel which are used to ﬁ nd, adjust, and save the desired settings (refer to Figure 1-1). They are:

• LCD Display - The 4-line LCD display shows status and info 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 System Home screen to show

system status after 5 minutes if no buttons have been pressed.

Info: When the “←” (left facing arrow) symbol is shown on the

screen it indicates that the displayed setting has been selected and will be used.

• Menu Pushbuttons (x5) - These 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. Refresh the LCD display by holding the rotary knob down for seven seconds.

Info: The LCD screen features a 4-line display. If there are

more choices than will ﬁ t on the screen, up and down arrows

are present to guide you in accessing those choices. An up arrow

indicates you must rotate the SELECT knob counterclockwise to

display the next line. A down arrow requires a clockwise rotation. If both an up and down arrow display, rotate the SELECT knob

clockwise or counterclockwise to display all hidden lines.

Set AC In Control Auto Connect

VDC Connect EDIT Control

Figure 3-1, Up and Down Arrows for Hidden Lines

Set AC In Control VDC Connect Time Connect

EDIT Control

Set AC In Control Time Connect

AC In – Disabled EDIT Control

3.0 Setup

3.2 Router Pushbuttons and Menu Items

The ﬁ ve pushbuttons (PORT, CTRL, METER, SETUP, and TECH) located beneath the LCD screen allow the inverter/charger system to be conﬁ gured to your speciﬁ c preferences. These pushbuttons also allow you to access menu items that can help with monitoring and troubleshooting your system.

3.2.1 PORT Button

The PORT button scrolls between the six communication ports on the bottom of the router. Each parallel inverter/charger must be connected to a communication port in order to be programmed and to display status info.

Info: You must be on a Home screen menu (“Home” appears

in bottom right corner of router’s LCD display) in order for the PORT button to scroll through all the active ports. If you are not on a Home screen, pressing the PORT button will only display devices that are related to the screen you are currently viewing (only true for METER, SETUP, and TECH button menus, PORT button does not work from CTRL button menus).

Info: Pressing and holding down the METER button for 3-seconds

takes you back to the System Home screen from any menu.

Any remaining open ports may be used to connect Magnum accessories such as an ME-AGS-N, ME-BMK/ME-BMK-NS, and an ME-RC or ME-ARC remote.

Info: You can connect a maximum of four inverter/chargers

to a router. If the maximum number of inverter/chargers are connected, two open ports remain. If more ports are needed for accessories, the Network port on each inverter/charger may also be used for accessories.

Info: When an accessory is plugged into a communication port

on the router, the PORT button displays the accessory as the

corresponding port (i.e., Port 5 would show “ME-AGS-N”). If an

accessory is plugged into the Network port on one of the parallel inverter/chargers, the PORT button will display the accessory

as “P#Acc” (i.e., a ME-AGS-N plugged into a parallel inverter/ charger that is plugged into Port 1 would display as “P1Acc”).

Top line shows status

OR rotate to

next port

MS4024PAE Inverting

PORT

Press

25.6 VDC 20ADC

System INV Home

Bottom line shows current

port. Press PORT button to

access next port.

Rotate to

desired

selection:

Press to edit

setting

MS4024PAE Inverting

25.6 VDC 10 ADC P1 INV Home

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25.6 VDC 10 ADC P3 INV Home

Figure 3-2, PORT Button

3.0 Setup

3.2.2 CTRL (Control) Button

The CTRL button contains the menus for 01 AC In Control, 02 CHG Control, and 03 Gen Control (an AGS must be connected in order for the Gen Control

menu to display). The CTRL button gives you quick control of the main functions of the inverter/charger without having to access the SETUP menus in order to change the operation of the inverter/charger or the 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 this time is set, use the CTRL button to access the

AC In 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.

01 A C In Control Auto Connec t

View Contr ol

Top line shows menu

01 AC In Control

CTRL

Auto Connect

View Control

Press

01 AC In Control Auto Connect

View Control

Bottom line shows view

Figure 3-3, CTRL (Control) Button

CTRL

Button

02 CHG Control Multi-Stage

View Control

Rotate to

desired

selection:

03 Gen Control OFF

View Control

Press to

edit setting

3.0 Setup

01 AC In Control

The 01 AC In Control menu has four different conditions in which the

inverter/charger will connect to incoming AC power. Only one condition 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 gen), the incoming AC must be qualified by the inverter/charger (voltage is below the high AC input require-

ments, above the 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 alternates the inverter/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.

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Auto Connect: Automatically connects to incoming AC power.

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VDC Connect: Connects to incoming AC when the DC battery voltage

is below the Set Connect Volts setting in the 02D AC IN VDC menu.

Disconnects from incoming AC when the DC battery voltage is above the

Set Disconnect Volts setting, also in the 02D AC IN VDC menu.

Info: See SETUP menu 02D on page 28 for a complete explanation of the Set Connect Volts setting.

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Time Connect: Connects to incoming AC when the time of day is between

the Set Connect Time and Set Disconnect Time settings per the 02C AC In - Time menu.

Info: See SETUP menu 02C on page 27 for a complete explanation of the Set Connect Hour/Minute/AM-PM setting.

AC In - Disabled: Disconnects incoming AC when selected. This setting

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will prevent incoming AC from connecting to the inverter/charger.

Example: AC is present, but Time Connect has been selected from the 01 AC In Control menu, and the current time of day is 6PM. The 02C AC In-Time menu’s 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.

3.0 Setup

02 CHG (Charge) Control

02 CHG Control allows you to set the Charger 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 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 item.

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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 menu’s

03E Absorb Done setting), it ﬁ nally 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 to use the ﬁ nal charge stage selected in the 03G Final Charge Stage menu.

Force Float: This charge proﬁ le forces the charger to stay in the Float

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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 the 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 03G Final Charge Stage menu, 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

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the charge cycle. The Restart Bulk setting is useful when a full Multi-

Stage 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 items to make sure the

batteries are fully charged at the end of a regular Multi-Stage charge cycle. Check with your battery manufacturer for proper battery charger settings.

CAUTION: Frequently restarting the Bulk cycle may result in

overcharging of the batteries.

3.0 Setup

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 ME-AGS-N is installed in the system, the generator can be manually started and stopped, or set to start and stop automatically from the Gen Control menu.

Info: An ME-ARC must be directly connected to one of the

router’s communication ports in order to be used (in a remote location) to control a generator that is connected to an MEAGS-N.

Info: When the ME-ARC is connected directly to the router, the

CTRL button function of the ME-ARC is defeated. However, the

ME-ARC does contain the Gen Control selection in its FAVS menu.

This allows the generator to be controlled via the ME-ARC through the FAVS menu, but not through the CTRL menu.

Info: The ME-AGS-N must be installed in order for the 03 Gen Control menu to control a standby generator. Refer to the ME-

AGS-N manual (PN: 64-0039) for more information on controlling standby generators.

OFF: The OFF selection will stop the generator by sending a ‘stop’

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command from the ME-AGS-N control module (can be running from

either a manual start or an autostart command). When the OFF setting

is selected, the generator will not start automatically.

Info: If DC power is lost to the router, this menu resets to the default OFF position for safety.

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ON: The ON selection will start the generator by sending a ‘start’ com-

mand from the ME-AGS-N control module. Once the generator is start-

ed, it may be stopped by selecting OFF from the 03 Gen Control menu,

which sends a stop command from the ME-AGS-N.

Info: You can manually start and automatically stop a connected generator by selecting ON from the Gen Control menu, and then change the selection to AUTO. When the AUTO setting is selected

after the generator has been manually started, it will use the

stop setting in either the SETUP button’s Set Stop Gen Volts or Set Max Gen Run Time menu items, whichever occurs ﬁ rst.

Info: The ON selection uses warm-up time. The OFF selection

stops immediately and does not use the cool-down time.

AUTO: This selection uses the settings in the 04 AGS Setup menus to

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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 04 AGS Setup section on page 37 to set the start and stop parameters for the generator.

3.0 Setup

3.2.3 METER Button

The METER button gives you access to different meters which help determine the status of the inverter/charger and battery system.

Info: Some METER functions may not be accessible with older

inverter software. If some meters do not function, check for current inverter software.

Info: Most displays automatically return to the System 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 Home screen. This feature is useful for displaying commonly used meter readings.

Info: Pressing and holding down the METER button for 3 seconds

takes you back to the System Home screen from any menu.

METER

Press

Rotate to

desired

selection:

1 DC Meters 2 AC Meters 3 AGS Meters All Se lect M eter

METER Button

Press to

view meters

Top line shows menu

01A DC Volts 1 25.9 2---- 3---4---- 5---- 6--- ALL View INV Meter

Bottom line shows view

1 DC Meters 2 AC Meters 3 AGS Meters ALL SELECT Meter

2 AC Meters 3 AGS Meters 4 BMK Meters ALL SELECT Meter

Figure 3-4, METER Button

3.0 Setup

01 DC Meters

01A DC Volts: DC Volts provides the battery voltage. The DC Volts

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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: While inverting, the DC Amps reading displays a negative

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number to show the battery current used by the inverter. If in Charge mode, this setting displays a positive number to show the amount of current delivered to the batteries. The accuracy of this display below 1 amp AC (~10 amps DC @ 12VDC) is not detected. When the current in or out of the batteries is greater than 1 amp AC, the display accuracy is ±20%.

01C Charge Time: This meter displays whenever the charger is in the

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Bulk or Absorb mode. The meter does not accumulate time when in Float, Charger Standby, Full, or Silent mode.

Info: Once the charger leaves the Absorption mode and

enters the ﬁ nal charge stage, this timer is reset and will not accumulate until the charger reenters the Bulk or Absorption charge mode.

02 AC Meters

02A Output Volts: This menu provides the AC voltage measurement at

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the inverter’s output terminals. If inverting, this measures the inverter’s output voltage. If in Charge mode, this measures the AC voltage that is passing through the inverter from the source (e.g., grid or generator).

02B Output Hz: While inverting, this menu displays the output frequency

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of the inverter. When the incoming AC source is connected to an inverter, 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).

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02C Load Amps: This menu displays the load the inverter is running in

AC amps – measured at the inverter’s output terminals. This number is always displayed as a positive number.

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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.

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 would be displayed as the input amps.

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02E Inv/Chg Amps: While charging, this menu displays the amps the

charger is using from the AC source. When inverting, this menu displays the current of the load the inverter is powering.

Info: The 02E Inv/Chg Amps value is determined by subtracting the 02C Load Amps value from the 02D AC Input Amps value.

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