MATE3
System Display and Controller
Owner’s Manual
About OutBack Power Technologies
OutBack Power Technologies is a leader in advanced energy conversion technology. Our products include
true sine wave inverter/chargers, maximum power point tracking charge controllers, and system
communication components, as well as circuit breakers, batteries, accessories, and assembled systems.
Contact Information
Telephone:
Mailing Address:
(North America)
E-mail: Support@outbackpower.com
Web Site: www.outbackpower.com
+1.360.435.6030 (North America)
+1.360.618.4363 (Technical Support)
+1.360.435.6019 (Fax)
OutBack Power Technologies
5917 – 195
Arlington, WA 98223 USA
th
Street N.E., #7
Address:
Sales, Marketing, & Warranty
6115 – 192nd Street NE
Arlington, WA 98223 USA
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(a) MAKES NO WARRANTY AS TO THE ACCURACY, SUFFICIENCY OR SUITABILITY OF ANY TECHNICAL OR
OTHER INFORMATION PROVIDED IN ITS MANUALS OR OTHER DOCUMENTATION.
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USE OF ANY SUCH INFORMATION WILL BE ENTIRELY AT THE USER’S RISK.
Warranty Summary
OutBack Power Technologies Inc. warrants that the products it manufactures will be free from defects in
materials and workmanship for a period of five (5) years subject to the conditions set forth in the warranty
detail, found inside the back cover of this manual.
OutBack Power Technologies cannot be responsible for system failure, damages, or injury resulting from
improper installation of their products.
Notice of Copyright
MATE3 System Display and Controller Owner’s Manual © November 2011 by OutBack Power
Technologies. All Rights Reserved.
Trademarks
OutBack Power is a registered trademark of OutBack Power Technologies.
Date and Revision
November 2011, Revision C
Part Number
900-0117-01-00 Rev C
Important Safety Instructions
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
This manual contains important safety instructions for the MATE3 System Display and Controller. Read all
instructions and cautionary markings on the MATE3 and on any accessories or additional equipment
included in the installation. Failure to follow these instructions could result in severe shock or possible
electrocution. Use extreme caution at all times to prevent accidents.
Symbols Used
WARNING: Hazard to Human Life
This type of notation indicates that the hazard could be harmful to human life.
CAUTION: Hazard to Equipment
This type of notation indicates that the hazard may cause damage to
the equipment.
IMPORTANT:
This type of notation indicates that the information provided is important to
the installation, operation, and/or maintenance of the equipment. Failure to
follow the recommendations in such a notation could result in voiding the
equipment warranty.
Audience
This manual is intended for use by anyone required to install and operate this equipment. Be sure to
review this manual carefully to identify any potential safety risks before proceeding. The operator should
be familiar with all the features and functions of this equipment before proceeding. Failure to install or
use this equipment as instructed in this manual can result in damage to the equipment that may not be
covered under the limited warranty.
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Important Safety Instructions
Definitions
The following is a list of initials, terms, and definitions used in conjunction with this product.
Table 1 Terms and Definitions
Term Definition
AC Alternating Current; refers to voltage produced by the inverter, utility grid, or generator
AGS Advanced Generator Start
AUX Auxiliary switched relay or 12-volt output for OutBack devices
Battery Monitor See FNDC.
DC Direct Current; refers to voltage produced by the batteries or renewable source
FCC Federal Communications Commission
FNDC FLEXnet DC Monitor; battery monitor manufactured by OutBack Power.
May be referred to as battery monitor
FX-class A family of OutBack inverter products, such as the FX, VFX, GTFX, GVFX, and GFX models;
used to differentiate them from Radian-class
Grid-interactive,
grid-intertie, grid-tie
HBX High Battery Transfer; a function of the MATE3
IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers; refers to a series of standards and
LED Light-Emitting Diode; refers to indicators used by the inverter and the system display
MPP Maximum Power Point
MPPT Maximum Power Point Tracking
PV Photovoltaic
Radian-class A family of Outback inverter products, such as the GS models; used to differentiate them
RTS Remote Temperature Sensor; accessory that measures battery temperature for charging
SOC State of charge of a battery bank, usually as measured by a battery monitor
System display Remote interface device (such as the MATE3), used for monitoring, programming and
Utility grid The electrical service and infrastructure supported by the electrical or utility company;
Utility grid power is available for use and the inverter is a model capable of returning
(selling) electricity back to the utility grid
practices for the testing of electrical products
from FX-class
communicating with the inverter; also called “remote system display”
also called “mains”, “utility service”, or “grid”
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General Safety
WARNING: Limitations on Use
This equipment is NOT intended for use with life support equipment or other
medical equipment or devices.
CAUTION: Equipment Damage
Only use components or accessories recommended or sold by OutBack Power
Technologies or its authorized agents.
IMPORTANT:
Do not attempt to install this equipment if it appears to be damaged in any
way. See the Warranty section for instructions on returning the equipment.
Personal Safety
Important Safety Instructions
WARNING: Personal Injury
Use standard safety practices when working with electrical equipment.
(Remove all jewelry, use insulated tools, wear cotton clothing, etc.)
Review the system configuration to identify all possible sources of energy.
Ensure ALL sources of power are disconnected before performing any
installation or maintenance on this equipment. Confirm that the terminals
are de-energized using a validated voltmeter (rated for a minimum
1000 Vac and 1000 Vdc) to verify the de-energized condition.
WARNING: Fire Hazard
Do not operate the unit with damaged or substandard cabling.
CAUTION: Equipment Damage
Strictly enforce clearance requirements and keep all vents clear of
obstructions that can inhibit air flow around or through the unit.
Sensitive electronics inside the equipment can be destroyed by static
electricity. Be sure to discharge any static electricity built up before
touching the equipment and wear appropriate protective gear.
Do not perform any servicing other than that specified in the installation
instructions unless qualified to do so and have been instructed to do so by
OutBack Power Technologies Technical Support personnel.
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Regulatory Specifications
See page 153 for all specifications and regulatory information, including certifications.
Required Resources
This product is required to be installed according to pertinent safety codes and standards. If installed in
the United States, wiring practices must meet the requirements of the National Electrical Code (NEC).
If installed in Canada, wiring practices must meet the requirements of the Canadian Electrical Code.
~ National Electrical Code (NEC)/NFPA 70, Current Edition
~ Canadian Electrical Code C22.1, Current Edition
Additional Resources
The following are references which may be used when installing this equipment. Depending on the
nature of the installation, it may be highly recommended to consult any or all of these resources.
~ National Electrical Code (NEC)/NFPA 70 Handbook, Current Edition
~ UL 1741, Current Edition, Static Inverter and Charge Controllers for Use in Photovoltaic Power Systems
~ International Building Code (IBC), Current Edition
~ Photovoltaic Power Systems and the 2005 National Electrical Code: Suggested Practices
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Important Safety Instructions
Recycling Information
IMPORTANT: Recycle Electronics and Batteries
Batteries are considered hazardous waste and must be recycled according to
local jurisdiction. Inverters and other electronics contain metals and plastics
that should be recycled. The following websites and phone numbers provide
additional information for recycling electronic products and batteries.
Earth 911, USA
Web site: http://0H0Hwww.Earth911.com
Address: 14646 N. Kierland Blvd., Suite 100
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
Phone: +1.480.337.3025 (direct)
OurEarth.org, USA
There is a place on the website for contacting OurEarth.org using email. No direct email address
is provided.
Web site:
5H5Hhttp://www.ourearth.org
Address: P.O. Box 62133
Durham, NC 27715
Phone: +1.410.878.6485
Environmental Protection Agency, USA
Web site: http://www.epa.gov/wastes/conserve/materials/ecycling/donate.htm
Address: EPA USA
Office of Resource Conservation and Recovery (5305P)
1200 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20460
Keep America Beautiful, USA
Web site: http://www.kab.org/
Email:
Address: 1010 Washington Boulevard
Stamford, CT 06901
Phone: +1.203.659.3000 (Main number)
Fax: +1.203.659.3001
4H4Hinfo@kab.org
National Institute of Recyclers, Mexico
Web site: http://www.inare.org.mx/
Email: a57841279@prodigy.net.mx,
Phone: +1.55.57.85.9160
Fax: +1.55.57.84.1279
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6H6Hmargarita@inare.org.mx
Important Safety Instructions
Natural Resources Canada
Web site: http://www.nrcan-rncan.gc.ca/mms-smm/busi-indu/rec-rec-eng.htm
Address: 580 Booth
Ottawa, ON K1A 0E8
Phone: +1.613.995.0947
TTY: +1.613.996.4397
(Phone and TTY: Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET)
Office of Waste Management, Canada
Web site: 8H8Hhttp://www.portaec.net/library/recycling/recycling_in_canada.html
Address: Office of Waste Management
Conservation and Protection
Environment Canada
Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0H3
Phone: +1.819.997.2800
EuroRecycle.net, Europe
The following website provides general information about recycling in Europe. It also provides a list of
companies and organizations that provide recycling information or assistance.
Web site: http://euro.recycle.net
E-mail:
9H9Hhttp://euro.recycle.net/cgi-bin/feedback1.cgi?w=27
(This is an online form providing a means to contact the owners of the website.)
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Table of Contents
Important Safety Instructions .............................................................................................1
Symbols Used ................................................................................................................................................................................1
Audience .........................................................................................................................................................................................1
Definitions.......................................................................................................................................................................................2
General Safety ...............................................................................................................................................................................3
Personal Safety..............................................................................................................................................................................3
Regulatory Specifications..........................................................................................................................................................4
Required Resources.....................................................................................................................................................................4
Additional Resources ..................................................................................................................................................................4
Recycling Information ................................................................................................................................................................5
Introduction......................................................................................................................11
Purpose......................................................................................................................................................................................... 11
Functions...................................................................................................................................................................................... 11
Features ........................................................................................................................................................................................11
Installation........................................................................................................................13
Parts List........................................................................................................................................................................................ 13
Dimensions.................................................................................................................................................................................. 13
Location Considerations......................................................................................................................................................... 14
Mounting Considerations ...................................................................................................................................................... 14
Mounting Options..................................................................................................................................................................... 15
Installing the MATE3 ................................................................................................................................................................ 16
Connecting the MATE3 ...........................................................................................................................................................17
Setting up Communication to the MATE3....................................................................................................................... 22
Connecting a MATE3 Directly to a Computer............................................................................................................................... 22
Connecting a MATE3 Indirectly to a Computer on a Network Switch ................................................................................. 23
Connecting a MATE3 to a Computer Using a Router (internal to an intranet).................................................................. 24
Connecting a MATE3 to a Computer Using a Router (external through the Internet)................................................... 26
Operation .........................................................................................................................29
Display and LED Status Indicators....................................................................................................................................... 29
LED Status Indicators ............................................................................................................................................................................ 30
Battery LEDs .................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 30
Inverter LED (green) ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 30
Charger LED (yellow) ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 30
Generator LED (green)............................................................................................................................................................................................... 31
Events LED (red)........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 31
AC Input LED (yellow)................................................................................................................................................................................................ 31
Favorite LED (green)................................................................................................................................................................................................... 31
Displays ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 32
Power Up Screens ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 32
Home Screens............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 33
Meter Bars................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 33
Home Screen Types .............................................................................................................................................................................................33
Basic Navigation ........................................................................................................................................................................ 37
Soft Keys.................................................................................................................................................................................................... 37
Inverter Input Select Soft Key (FX-class inverters only; Off Grid system type only)........................................................................... 38
Grid Soft Key ................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 39
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Inverter Soft Key...........................................................................................................................................................................................................40
Warning Messages................................................................................................................................................................................................42
Error Messages .......................................................................................................................................................................................................43
Battery Soft Key ............................................................................................................................................................................................................46
Charge Controller Soft Key.......................................................................................................................................................................................52
DataLog Screen......................................................................................................................................................................................................53
Graph Screens.........................................................................................................................................................................................................54
Hot Keys.....................................................................................................................................................................................................55
INVERTER Hot Key........................................................................................................................................................................................................55
CHARGER Hot Key........................................................................................................................................................................................................56
GENerator Hot Key ......................................................................................................................................................................................................60
EVENTS Hot Key............................................................................................................................................................................................................61
AC INPUT Hot Key........................................................................................................................................................................................................62
FAVORITE Hot Key .......................................................................................................................................................................................................63
Controls and Navigation Keys .............................................................................................................................................. 64
Removing the Front Cover ..................................................................................................................................................................64
Control Wheel..........................................................................................................................................................................................65
Navigation Keys (buttons) ...................................................................................................................................................................66
Adjusting Set Points...............................................................................................................................................................................68
Programming ................................................................................................................... 69
Types of Settings ....................................................................................................................................................................... 70
Set Points...................................................................................................................................................................................... 70
Access to the Main Menu ....................................................................................................................................................... 71
Main Menu Structure ............................................................................................................................................................... 72
Settings Menus .......................................................................................................................................................................... 73
System Settings.......................................................................................................................................................................................73
System Information.....................................................................................................................................................................................................74
Save / Restore Configuration...................................................................................................................................................................................74
Saving a Configuration to an SD Card ...........................................................................................................................................................75
Restoring a Configuration from an SD Card ................................................................................................................................................76
Firmware Version.........................................................................................................................................................................................................76
Date and Time...............................................................................................................................................................................................................77
LCD Display....................................................................................................................................................................................................................77
Sound...............................................................................................................................................................................................................................78
Ethernet Addresses .....................................................................................................................................................................................................78
Ethernet Ports ...............................................................................................................................................................................................................79
Data Stream ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................79
System Name ................................................................................................................................................................................................................79
Installer Information ...................................................................................................................................................................................................80
Installer Settings...........................................................................................................................................................................................................80
Set User Access Level...........................................................................................................................................................................................80
Change Installer Password.................................................................................................................................................................................81
Challenge Installer Password ............................................................................................................................................................................81
Inverter Settings......................................................................................................................................................................................82
Search Menu..................................................................................................................................................................................................................82
AC Input and Current Limit ......................................................................................................................................................................................83
Grid AC Input Voltage Limits (FX-class only)......................................................................................................................................................85
Gen AC Input Voltage Limits (FX-class only)......................................................................................................................................................85
Grid AC Input Mode and Limits (Radian-class only)........................................................................................................................................86
Gen AC Input Mode and Limits (Radian-class only) ........................................................................................................................................87
AC Output.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................88
Low Battery ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................88
Battery Charger.............................................................................................................................................................................................................89
Battery Equalize............................................................................................................................................................................................................89
Auxiliary Output (AUX Modes, FX-class only)....................................................................................................................................................90
Auxiliary Output (AUX Modes, Radian-class only) ...........................................................................................................................................93
Auxiliary Relay (AUX Modes, Radian-class only)...............................................................................................................................................96
Inverter Stacking..........................................................................................................................................................................................................99
Grid-Tie Sell................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 101
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Calibrate .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................102
Reset the Inverter to Factory Defaults...............................................................................................................................................................103
Charge Controller Settings ...............................................................................................................................................................104
Charger .........................................................................................................................................................................................................................104
MPPT..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................105
Temperature Compensation.................................................................................................................................................................................106
Battery Equalize .........................................................................................................................................................................................................106
Grid-Tie Mode.............................................................................................................................................................................................................107
Auxiliary Output on the Charge Controller .....................................................................................................................................................107
Aux Modes for the Charge Controller................................................................................................................................................................108
Restart Mode...............................................................................................................................................................................................................110
Calibrate .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................110
Reset Charge Controller to Factory Defaults...................................................................................................................................................111
Battery Monitor Settings....................................................................................................................................................................112
Battery Setup ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................112
Shunt Enable...............................................................................................................................................................................................................112
FLEXnet Relay Mode ................................................................................................................................................................................................113
FLEXnet Relay Set Points........................................................................................................................................................................................113
Reset FLEXnet DC to Factory Defaults............................................................................................................................................................... 114
MATE3 Settings..................................................................................................................................................................................... 115
Advanced Generator Start (AGS) Mode ............................................................................................................................................................115
AGS Setup..............................................................................................................................................................................................................116
AGS Functional Test...........................................................................................................................................................................................117
AGS Voltage Start ...............................................................................................................................................................................................118
AGS Load Start.....................................................................................................................................................................................................118
AGS State-of-Charge (SOC) Start...................................................................................................................................................................119
AGS Must Run Schedule...................................................................................................................................................................................119
AGS Quiet Time Schedule................................................................................................................................................................................119
AGS Generator Exercise Schedule ................................................................................................................................................................120
Set Generator Total Run Time........................................................................................................................................................................121
AGS Timers............................................................................................................................................................................................................121
Data Logging........................................................................................................................................................................................................122
Data Log File Format .........................................................................................................................................................................................123
High Battery Transfer (HBX)...................................................................................................................................................................................124
Grid Use Time .............................................................................................................................................................................................................125
Charge Controller Float Coordination............................................................................................................................................................... 127
Global Charger Output Control ...........................................................................................................................................................................127
FLEXnet DC Advanced Control ............................................................................................................................................................................128
Reset MATE3 to Factory Defaults Screens........................................................................................................................................................129
Configuration Wizard.............................................................................................................................................................130
Creating New Configurations ..........................................................................................................................................................130
Using Existing Configurations .........................................................................................................................................................132
Restoring Configurations ..................................................................................................................................................................135
Applying the Profile to the System................................................................................................................................................ 137
Saving the Profile to an SD Card .....................................................................................................................................................138
Device Data Logs.....................................................................................................................................................................139
Saving Data Logs for the FLEXmax Charge Controller ............................................................................................................ 139
Saving Data Logs for the FLEXnet (FN) Battery Monitor.........................................................................................................140
Erasing Data Logs for the FLEXnet Battery Monitor.................................................................................................................141
Event Logs..................................................................................................................................................................................142
To Save an Event Log..........................................................................................................................................................................142
To Read an Event Log File from the SD Card ..............................................................................................................................143
To Delete an Event Log ...................................................................................................................................................................... 144
Firmware Update.....................................................................................................................................................................145
Saving the Update to the SD Card..................................................................................................................................................145
Installing the Firmware Update.......................................................................................................................................................147
Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................149
Basic Troubleshooting of the MATE3...............................................................................................................................149
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Event Messages........................................................................................................................................................................150
Start and Stop Reasons for the AGS Function............................................................................................................... 152
Specifications................................................................................................................. 153
Mechanical Specifications.................................................................................................................................................... 153
Regulatory Specifications..................................................................................................................................................... 153
Firmware Revision................................................................................................................................................................... 153
FCC Information to the User................................................................................................................................................154
Menu Maps..................................................................................................................... 161
Main Menu................................................................................................................................................................................. 162
SETTINGS: System Menu Map (with User Access Levels)......................................................................................... 163
SETTINGS: FX-class Inverter Menu Map (with User Access Levels)......................................................................164
SETTINGS: Radian-class Inverter Menu Map (with User Access Levels) .............................................................165
SETTINGS: Charge Controller Menu Map (with User Access Levels)....................................................................166
SETTINGS: FLEXnet DC Menu Map (with User Access Levels) ...............................................................................167
SETTINGS: MATE3 Menu Map (with User Access Levels)..........................................................................................168
Configuration Wizard.............................................................................................................................................................169
New Configurations............................................................................................................................................................................ 169
Existing Configurations .....................................................................................................................................................................170
Restoring Configurations.................................................................................................................................................................. 171
Setup Complete Screen ........................................................................................................................................................172
Device Data Logs..................................................................................................................................................................... 173
FLEXmax Charge Controller Data Logs ........................................................................................................................................173
FLEXnet DC Battery Monitor Data Logs ....................................................................................................................................... 174
Event Logs..................................................................................................................................................................................175
Product Registration ...................................................................................................... 177
Warranty ........................................................................................................................ 179
How to Arrange for Warranty Service ..............................................................................................................................180
Contacting OutBack............................................................................................................................................................................ 180
Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................................................................................. 180
Return Material Authorization (RMA)............................................................................................................................................ 180
Returning Product to OutBack........................................................................................................................................................ 181
Out of Warranty ..................................................................................................................................................................................................181
Index.............................................................................................................................. 183
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Introduction
Purpose
A renewable energy system requires some combination of inverter/chargers, batteries, charge controllers,
and a renewable energy power source, as well as often interfacing with a generator. All of these
components need to be adjusted and monitored for optimum performance. The MATE3 System Display
and Controller (MATE3) provides that ability to monitor and program each OutBack component.
Functions
IMPORTANT:
The MATE3 is not intended for use with 32-volt inverters.
Specifically, the MATE3:
Communicates with FX Series inverters and Radian Series inverters, as well as OutBack charge controllers.
Coordinates system operation, maximizes performance, and prevents multiple products from conflicting with
each other.
Permits adjustments to individual products and to the overall power system, including battery charging.
Four different levels of access prevent users from changing settings that could potentially damage or disrupt
the system.
~ Switches among different components
~ Views the status of each component
~ Programs individual elements in the system, and also programs system-wide functions
Programs when an inverter connects to an AC source based on time, battery voltage, or time-of-day grid usage.
Signals a two-wire generator using the Advanced Generator Start (AGS) mode based on voltage, load, time of
day, and the state of charge of the batteries.
Controls auxiliary AC or DC loads such as cooling fans and relays.
Links up to ten OutBack Inverter/Chargers and FLEXmax charge controllers.
(An OutBack HUB10 Communications Manager is required.)
Issues a global Bulk or Equalize (EQ) charging command for both the inverters and charge controllers.
(An OutBack HUB Communications Manager is required.)
Features
The MATE3 include the following features:
Six-line graphical LCD display screen for information display
Four “soft” keys and six “hot” keys for navigation and programming
Two navigation keys (UP and TOP) for moving through the menu maps for each device
One PORT key for selecting devices connected to the HUB ports
One LOCK key to lock access levels to prevent unauthorized changes to settings
Circular, touch-sensitive control wheel with a button in the center
One SD memory card slot (up to 4 GB)
Communication protocol: proprietary OutBack multidrop network
Interconnecting cable: CAT5 (8 IATIA 518B) PC noncrossover network cable (6 ft/1.8m)
Maximum tested cable length: 300 feet (100 m) of cable in an office/commercial building
Computer interface: system monitoring through (read-only) capabilities through a network
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A
w
Battery Status LEDs (x3)
LCD Screen
INVERTER Hot Key
Inverter Status LED (Green)
CHARGER Hot Key
Charger Status LED (Yellow)
GEN(erator) Hot Key
GEN Status LED (Green)
Soft Keys (x4)
TOP Navigation
Key
LOCK Key
Control Wheel
EVENTS Hot Key
Event LED (Red)
SD Memory Card
C INPUT Hot Key
AC Status LED (Yellow)
FAVORITE Hot Key
Favorite Status LED (Green)
UP Navigation Key
PORT Navigation Key
Center Button
SD
Memory
Card Slot
Side View
Back Vie
Ethernet Port
Network Status LEDs
HUB or OutBack
Device
Figure 1 MATE3 Features
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Parts List
The following items are included with the MATE3 System Display and Controller:
MATE3 (with front cover)
SD memory card
6-foot CAT5 noncrossover cable
Silicon grease pack
MATE3 System Display and Controller Owner’s Manual (this manual)
Dimensions
1
5/16”
0.79 cm)
7 ½ ”
(19 cm)
6 5/8”
(16.8 cm)
7 ¼ ”
(18.4 cm)
Figure 2 MATE3 Dimensions
SD Card
Slot
7 1/6”
(17.9 cm)
2 3/8”
(6 cm)
9/16”
(1.4 cm)
Front
Cover
Mounting Holes (x4)
1 5/8 ”
(4.2 cm)
Side View
1
Size may vary depending on availability.
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Location Considerations
The following information is important to consider when installing the OutBack MATE3:
The MATE3 is intended for indoor installations only. Installing the MATE3 outdoors could expose it to damaging
environmental conditions. Such damage is not covered by the limited warranty.
Readability of the display is affected by direct sunlight. It should be positioned about eye level for easier viewing
and access.
The MATE3 voltage is less than 30 Vdc and is thus considered a “limited energy” circuit normally requiring no
conduit. Cable runs must be protected and runs must be in approved conduit when conditions require.
Consult the local inspector for specific installation requirements.
IMPORTANT:
Signal degradation can result if cable is run in conduit with AC wiring or in
other electrically “noisy” environments; these can affect the maximum length
the cable can run without incurring transmission errors.
Mounting Considerations
The MATE3 includes one 6-foot CAT5 cable. When working with CAT5 cables considering the following
best practices:
CAT5 cable is not as strong as standard house wiring and must be handled carefully. Avoid kinking the cable or
tearing its outer sheathing.
Use plastic standoff cable staples, J-hooks, or cable trays to support long runs of CAT5 cable. Do not splice cables.
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Installation
Mounting Options
Mounting bracket kits are sold as accessories for the MATE3 to accommodate different types of
installations. These include kits for flat mounting, surface mounting, and FLEXware mounting.
Follow the installation instructions included with each bracket for mounting the MATE3.
The MATE3 Flat Mount Kit (FW-MB3-F) is used for mounting the
MATE3 flat against a wall surface. It consists of a flat mounting plate.
It requires that an electrical outlet box (not provided) be installed in
the wall to allow space for the CAT5 cables protruding out of the
back of the MATE3. The CAT5 cable is then run through the wall into
the electrical outlet box to the MATE3. The MATE3 mounts to the
plate with the cable recessed into the wall.
Figure 3 MATE3 Flat Mount Kit (FW-MB3-F)
The MATE3 Surface Mount Kit (FW-MB3-S) is used for mounting the
MATE3 to a flat surface, but doesn’t require any holes in the surface to
accommodate the CAT5 cable. It consists of a bracket that holds the
MATE3 away from the surface to allow clearance for the CAT5 cable.
Figure 4 MATE3 Surface Mount Kit (FW-MB3-S)
The FLEXware MATE3 Mounting Bracket (FW-MB3) is intended for
mounting the MATE3 to a FLEXware assembly, either a FLEXware 1000 or
FLEXware 500 AC Enclosure. It is also intended to mount the MATE3
directly to a Radian-class inverter.
Figure 5 MATE3 FLEXware Mount Kit (FW-MB3)
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Transparent view
from the front
To install the MATE3 without a
mounting bracket:
1. To allow room for the CAT5 cables
protruding out the back of the
MATE3, cut a hole in the mounting
surface that is 1-1/2" (height) by
2" (width), approximately 1-5/8"
from the right edge and 1-3/8" up
from the bottom.
2. Place the MATE3 on the wall with the
cables inside the hole and mark the
mounting holes by pushing a long
nail into the mounting holes and
putting a leader hole in the surface.
NOTE: Do not use a nail that is larger
than the mounting screws.
Figure 6 Mounting the MATE3 without a Bracket
Installing the MATE3
The MATE 3 has several options for installation.
The MATE3 can be connected directly to an OutBack Inverter/Charger.
The MATE3 can be connected directly to a FLEXmax Charge Controller.
The MATE3 can be connected to a HUB4 or HUB10 Communication Manager when other OutBack devices are
used in the system, such as charge controllers or multiple inverters.
In addition, the MATE3 can be connected to a computer (for monitoring only). This feature uses an online
web page to provide a graphic user interface (GUI) for monitoring information on the system. See page 22
for details on this feature. The GUI cannot be used to change settings. The MATE3 can be connected to a
computer in one of three ways:
directly (i.e., MATE3 to computer [requires a crossover CAT5 cable], or
MATE3 to network switch to computer [does not require a crossover CAT5 cable]),
using a network router (i.e., MATE3 to router to computer), or
using a wireless adapter connecting through a network router with wireless capabilities.
IMPORTANT:
Connecting the MATE3 to a computer or network router requires advanced
knowledge of network protocols and how to manually set IP addresses and
port forwarding.
Installing multiple OutBack devices requires the use of the HUB4 or HUB10
Communication Manager.
The MATE3 cannot operate with a FLEXnet DC Battery Monitor without an inverter,
charge controller, or HUB product in the configuration.
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Connecting the MATE3
With the location and mounting options determined, choose one of the options in the previous section
and prepare the location accordingly. Follow the instructions below to connect the wiring to the
components based on the specific installation. Use the illustrations to identify cable placement.
MATE3 directly to an inverter or charge controller. See Figure 7.
MATE3 to HUB Communications Manager that connects to an inverter and a charge controller. See Figure 8.
MATE3 to a HUB Communications Manager with stacked (multiple) inverters. See Figure 9.
(This configuration can also be used for multiple charge controllers.)
MATE3 to a HUB Communications Manager and directly to a computer. See Figure 10.
MATE3 to a HUB Communications Manager and indirectly to a computer through a network switch.
See Figure 11.
MATE3 to a HUB Communications Manager directly to a network router that connects to a computer.
See Figure 12.
MATE3 to a HUB Communications Manager indirectly to a network router with wireless capabilities.
See Figure 13. See
IMPORTANT
To connect the MATE3:
note on page 16 about this configuration.
1. Locate the position for the MATE3. Prepare the mounting surface according to the type of
mounting chosen.
2. Run the CAT5 cable from the source (HUB, inverter, or charge controller) to the MATE3’s location.
Connect the CAT5 cable to the source.
3. Connect the CAT5 cable to the MATE3 and secure it to the mounting bracket or surface.
MATE3 (Back View)
CAT5 Cable
OutBack
Inverter/Charger
MATE3 (Back View)
FLEXmax Charge
Controller
NOTE:
The MATE3 can be connected to an MX60 Charge Controller, but
only monitoring features will be available. The MATE3 will not
be able to program the MX60.
CAT5 Cable
Figure 7 Direct Connections to the MATE3 (no HUB)
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FLEXmax Charge
Controller
To program the settings for the
system on the MATE3, see the
Programming section of this manual.
OutBack HUB
Communication Manager
CAT5 Cable
MATE3 (Back View)
CAT5 Cable
OutBack
Inverter/Charger
CAT5 Cable
Figure 8 MATE3 Connections using a HUB Communication Manager
FLEXmax Charge
Controller
To program the settings for the
system on the MATE3, see the
Programming section of this manual.
OutBack HUB
Communication
Manager
CAT5 Cable
CAT5
Cable
MATE3 (Back View)
CAT5
Cable
OutBack
Inverter/Charger
(Slave)
OutBack
Inverter/Charger
(Master)
CAT5
Cable
Figure 9 MATE3 Connections for Stacked Inverters
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FLEXmax Charge
Controller
OutBack HUB
Communication
Manager
MATE3 (Back View)
CAT5 Cable
Computer
IMPORTANT:
CAT5 Cable
CAT5 Cable
For instructions on how to access the MATE3
web page on a computer, see page 22 .
OutBack
Inverter/Charger
DHCP must be disabled.
A static IP address will be
set on the computer and
the MATE3.
This connection may require
a CAT5 crossover cable.
Some modern computers
may be able to perform the
crossover function even if a
noncrossover cable is used.
(The Ethernet chipset must
support auto-switching.)
If this is not the case, then a
network switch or router
must be used. See Figure 11.
Figure 10 MATE3 Connections to a Computer (Direct)
OutBack HUB
FLEXmax Charge
Controller
Communication
Manager
CAT5 Cable
CAT5
Cable
MATE3 (Back View)
CAT5 Cable
Network
Computer
Switch
CAT5
Cable
OutBack
Inverter/Charger
IMPORTANT:
CAT5 Cable
For instructions on how to access the MATE3
web page on a computer, see page 22 .
DHCP must be disabled.
A static IP address will be
set on the computer and
the MATE3.
Figure 11 MATE3 Connections to a Computer (Using a Network Switch)
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FLEXmax Charge
Controller
IMPORTANT:
Connecting the MATE3 to a computer or network router
requires advanced knowledge of network protocols and
how to manually set IP addresses and port forwarding.
OutBack HUB
Communication
Manager
MATE3 (Back View)
Computer with
Wireless Adapter
Network
Router with
Wireless
Capabilities
CAT5 Cable
CAT5 Cable
For instructions on how to set up the MATE3
and router to access the MATE3 web page on
a computer, see page 24.
CAT5 Cable
CAT5 Cable
OutBack
Inverter/Charger
IMPORTANT:
DHCP must be enabled.
Figure 12 MATE3 Connections to a Computer (Using a Network Router)
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IMPORTANT:
Connecting the MATE3 to a computer or network router
requires advanced knowledge of network protocols and
how to manually set IP addresses.
For an INTERNET Connection:
Installation
Computer with
Wireless Adapter
DHCP must be disabled.
Static IP addresses must be set.
Port forwarding must be enabled and set.
For an INTRANET Connection:
DHCP must be enabled.
OutBack HUB
FLEXmax Charge
Controller
Communication
Manager
CAT5 Cable
MATE3 (Back View)
CAT5 Cable
OutBack
Inverter/Charger
by way of Internet
Universal
Wireless
Wi-Fi Adapter
Adapter
Network
Router with
Wireless
Capabilities
CAT5 Cable
CAT5 Cable
For instructions on how to set up the MATE3
and router to access the MATE3 web page on
a computer, see page 24.
Figure 13 MATE3 Connections to a Computer (Wireless-to-Wireless)
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Setting up Communication to the MATE3
IMPORTANT:
Use either Mozilla Firefox® or Google Chrome® browsers to view the MATE3
web page on a personal computer. Internet Explorer® may not work properly.
Connecting a MATE3 Directly to a Computer
To access the MATE3 web page directly from the MATE3, follow the instructions below.
REQUIREMENTS:
MATE3 configured for network communication
(see Programming section)
A computer with networking enabled
Mozilla Firefox® or Google Chrome® internet browser
To enable the MATE3 to communicate directly with a computer:
1. Make the connections illustrated in Figure 10.
2. On the computer, open a browser window.
3. In the address bar of the browser, type in the number 192.168.0.64 and press the ENTER key.
Address Bar
Recommended Browsers
Firefox® Chrome®
Not Compatible
Internet Explorer®
Figure 14 Accessing the MATE3 Directly Using a Computer
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Connecting a MATE3 Indirectly to a Computer on a
)
Network Switch
To access the MATE3 web page using a network switch, follow the instructions below.
Installation
REQUIREMENTS:
MATE3 configured for network communication
(see Programming section)
A computer with networking enabled
Mozilla Firefox® or Google Chrome® internet browser
To enable the MATE3 to communicate with a computer connected to a network switch:
1. Make the connections illustrated in Figure 11. Ensure the computer has a static IP address (for example,
192.168.0.63). Ensure it has the same netmask and gateway IP as the MATE3.
2. Ensure no other components on the network use the IP address 192.168.0.64. If there are other
components with that same IP address, then the MATE3's IP address must be changed.
See page 78 for instructions on changing the MATE3's IP address.
3. On the computer, open a browser window.
4. In the address bar, type in the number 192.168.0.64. (Or if the MATE3's IP address was changed, type in
the new number.
Address Bar
Recommended Browsers
Firefox® Chrome®
Not Compatible
Internet Explorer®
Figure 15 Accessing the MATE3 Using a Computer on a Network Switch
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Connecting a MATE3 to a Computer Using a Router
(internal to an intranet)
IMPORTANT:
Connecting the MATE3 to a computer or network router requires advanced
knowledge of network protocols.
To access the MATE3 web page using a router that is connected to an internal intranet, follow the
instructions below.
REQUIREMENTS:
MATE3 configured for network communication
(see Programming section)
A computer with networking enabled
A universal wireless adapter for the MATE3 (optional)
Mozilla Firefox® or Google Chrome® internet browser
Access to a router with wireless capabilities
To enable the MATE3 to communicate with a
computer connected to a router on an intranet:
1. Make the connections illustrated in Figure 12 or
Figure 13.
On the MATE3:
2. Go to the
MATE3
3. Press the center button on the control wheel to
set these changes on the MATE3.
4. Identify the IP address assigned to the MATE3.
To determine what the IP address is, press the
<PORT> key from the Home screen.
Ethernet Addresses
System Settings
and
screen in the
ENABLE DHCP
.
Recommended Browsers
Firefox® Chrome®
See Programming on page 78 for instructions on
accessing the
See the manufacturer's instructions for setting
up the router.
System Settings
Not Compatible
Internet Explorer®
on the MATE3.
Home Screen
NOTE:
The IP address shown in this
example may vary from the actual
IP address assigned by the router.
Continued on next page….
Figure 16 Setting up the MATE3 to use a Router on an Intranet
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On the computer:
To access the MATE3 web page:
1. Open a browser window.
2. In the address bar, type in the IP address.
Do not include any spaces. (For example: 192.168.0.64)
3. Press the Enter key on the computer keyboard.
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Address Bar
Figure 16 Setting up the MATE3 to use a Router on an Intranet (continued)
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Connecting a MATE3 to a Computer Using a Router
(external through the Internet)
IMPORTANT:
Connecting the MATE3 to a computer or network router requires advanced
knowledge of network protocols and how to manually set IP addresses and
enabling port forwarding.
To access the MATE3 web page using a router through the internet, follow the instructions below.
REQUIREMENTS:
MATE3 configured for network communication
(see Programming section)
A computer with networking enabled
A universal wireless adapter for the MATE3 (optional)
Mozilla Firefox® or Google Chrome® internet browser
Access to a router with wireless capabilities
Advanced knowledge of establishing static IP addresses
and enabling port forwarding in both the router and on
the MATE3
To enable the MATE3 to communicate with a
computer connected to a router:
1. Make the connections illustrated in Figure 12 or
Figure 13.
Recommended Browsers
Firefox® Chrome®
See Programming on page 78 for instructions on
accessing the
See the manufacturer's instructions for setting
up the router.
System Settings
Not Compatible
Internet Explorer®
on the MATE3.
On the MATE3:
2. Go to the
MATE3
3. Change the
and
network (
numbers are unique on the network. If any other
component has the same numbers, this will
NOT work.
4. Write these numbers down for use later in
these instructions.
5. Go to the
the
no higher than 64000 (for example, 8052). If an
FTP port or Telnet port is to be used, then
change those settings to the appropriate
number as provided by the network
administrator. If not, do not change them.
6. Press the center button on the control wheel to
set these changes on the MATE3.
Ethernet Addresses
System Settings
screen in the
and
DISABLE DHCP
IP Address, Netmask, Gateway
DNS-1
to the appropriate numbers for the
DNS-2
is optional). Ensure these
Ethernet Ports
HTTP
port to any number above 8000 , but
screen and change
,
.
Continued on next page….
Figure 17 Setting up the MATE3 to use a Router on the Internet
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7. Identify the MAC address assigned to the MATE3. This will be a unique number for each MATE3 (for example,
00:12:34:56:78:9A). Every MATE3 will have a different MAC address. To determine what the MAC address is, press
the <PORT> key from the Home screen.
MAC Address
Press the <PORT> key to display the
IP Address, Netmask, DNS-1,
(if used), and MAC address.
DNS-2
On the router's setup page:
IMPORTANT:
Router setup pages will vary by manufacturer. Consult the manufacturer's
documentation for the router in use for specific instructions on making the following
settings. Computers will need a hardwired connection to the router to access the
router's setup page). After setup is complete, the hardwired connection to the router
can be removed.
8. Set a static IP address, netmask, and DNS-1 for the router. Setting DNS-2 is optional.
9. Bind the MAC address of the MATE3 to the IP address set in the MATE3 on the router. See above to identify the MAC
address for the MATE3. This will be a unique nu mber for each MATE3.
10. Enable port forwarding on the router.
11. Assign the MATE3’s IP address to the designated port (e.g., 8052).
Continued on next page….
Figure 17 Setting up the MATE3 to use a Router on the Internet (continued)
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On the computer:
To access the MATE3 web page:
1. Open a browser window.
2. In the address bar, type in the IP address, followed by a colon, then the port number.
Do not include any spaces. (For example: 192.168.xxx.xxx:xxxx)
3. Press the Enter key.
Address Bar
Figure 17 Setting up the MATE3 to use a Router on the Internet (continued)
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The MATE3 provides the means for programming OutBack inverter/chargers, charge controllers, and
battery monitors when preprogrammed default settings do not work for the destined installation.
IMPORTANT:
The OutBack inverters have nonvolatile memory and will retain any settings
that have been changed, even after the MATE3 is removed. If a system does
not have a MATE3, an installer can bring a MATE3 to the site temporarily,
install it, change the settings, and then remove it.
IMPORTANT:
Some functions are not based in the inverter or charge controller, but are
part of the MATE3’s firmware. They will not function if the MATE3 is
removed. These functions are listed beginning on page 115.
Display and LED Status Indicators
Inverter LED
Charger LED
Generator LED
Battery Status LEDs (x3)
Network Status LEDs
(located on back)
1
Solid yellow indicates the ethernet link is established.
Blinking green indicates network activity.
1
LCD Screen
Events LED
AC Input LED
Favorite LED
Figure 18 Display and LED Status Indicators
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LED Status Indicators
Battery LEDs
Three LEDs provide a visual reference to indicate the condition of the battery bank.
A GREEN LED means the batteries have an adequate charge at that time. It does not always mean they are full. If
an FNDC is installed, this means the batteries are
A YELLOW LED means the batteries are somewhat discharged. If an FNDC is installed, this means the batteries
are
60%
A RED LED means the batteries are greatly discharged and may require attention. If an FNDC is installed, this
means the batteries are
pages 31 and 43.)
and
70%
.
< 60%
. May be accompanied by an event indicator and a
80%
Table 2 Battery Status LEDs
Color 12 Vdc Unit
GREEN 12.5 Vdc or higher 25.0 Vdc or higher 37.5 Vdc or higher 50.0 Vdc or higher ACCEPTABLE
YELLOW 11.5 to 12.4 Vdc 23.0 to 24.8 Vdc 34.5 to 37.2 Vdc 46.0 to 49.6 Vdc USABLE
RED 11.4 Vdc or lower 22.8 Vdc or lower 34.2 Vdc or lower 45.6 Vdc or lower LOW
NOTES:
Gaps in the table (higher-voltage units) are due to the resolution of the inverter’s DC meter.
These voltage settings are not the same as the inverter’s Low Battery Cut-Out voltage. (See page 88.)
The Battery LED settings cannot be changed.
Voltages higher than shown in the GREEN row usually means that the batteries are charging.
24 Vdc Unit,
± 0.2 Vdc
State of Charge (SOC).
36 Vdc Unit,
± 0.3 Vdc
Low Battery V
48 Vdc Unit,
± 0.4 Vdc
error. (See
Battery Status
Inverter LED (green)
This LED is located on the
of the inverter operation.
(solid) — inverter is converting DC to AC in order to power loads.
ON
(flashing) — the inverter is in Search mode.
ON
(not illuminated)
OFF
~ the inverter is not converting DC power to AC power, or
~ the AC input source is powering the loads.
In stacked configurations, the master inverter controls this LED status. If any inverters in a stacked system
have a different inverting status from the master, this LED will not display their status.
INVERTER
hot key. (See page 55.) It provides a visual reference for the status
Charger LED (yellow)
This LED is located on the
of the battery charger.
(illuminated) — a device on the HUB is delivering more than a minimal amount of charging power. The
ON
device may be an inverter or a charge controller.
(flashing) — the batteries are being equalized.
ON
(not illuminated) — no device is actively charging the batteries, for several reasons.
OFF
~ the charger(s) may be functional, but in a quiescent state such as Silent.
~ the charger(s) may be functional, but the charging sources may be disconnected or unavailable.
~ the charger(s) may be turned off.
CHARGER
hot key. (See page 56.) It provides a visual reference for the status
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Generator LED (green)
Operation
This LED is located on the
GEN
hot key. (See page 59.) It provides a visual reference for the status of a
generator that is controlled by the Advanced Generator Start (AGS) function. (See page 115.)
(illuminated) — The generator is detected to be running after receiving an
ON
menu. The MATE3 determines the generator is running based on input AC voltage (if the generator type
Status
is AC). This LED will usually illuminate in conjunction with the
when an AC generator is used.
(not illuminated) — The
OFF
enabled. If the generator shuts down or stops delivering power, this LED will remain on until a generator fault
is declared.
Generator Status
menu has been set to
AC INPUT
OFF
LED. This LED will only illuminate
command in the
ON
, or the AGS function has not been
Generator
Events LED (red)
This LED is located on the
acknowledgement. Generally, this LED only illuminates when a fault occurs.
(solid) — An error has occurred. This is usually accompanied by inverter shutdown. This event can also
ON
indicate a generator fault if the voltage is lost from an automatic generator. (See page 59.)
(flashing) — A warning has occurred.
ON
(not illuminated) — No particular status. Events may be logged in Event History, but they do not
OFF
require attention.
This LED will remain on until the event has been acknowledged in the
(See page 61.) It may be necessary to troubleshoot and deal with the cause of the event. (See pages 42,
43, and 150.) Specific error or warning messages are defined in the inverter Operator’s Manual.
EVENTS
hot key. (See page 61.) It indicates that an event requires
Event Status Detail
menu.
AC Input LED (yellow)
This LED is located on the
of the AC input.
(solid) — The AC source is connected and providing power. Unit may or may not be charging the batteries,
ON
depending on settings.
(flashing) — The AC source is present but has not been accepted. If flashing continues, the unit is refusing
ON
the source. This can occur for the following reasons.
~ The AC source may have quality issues. To determine system warnings for AC source problems see page 55 for the
Warnings menu. To view AC source measurements see page 62.
~ In the AC INPUT
~ The HBX function or the Grid Use Time function intentionally disconnected the inverter.
(See page 124 and page 125 for descriptions of these functions.)
(not illuminated) — No AC source is detected.
OFF
In stacked configurations, the master inverter controls this LED status. If any inverters in a stacked system
have a different AC input status from the master, this LED will not display their status.
AC INPUT
hot key menu, the
hot key. (See page 62.) It provides a visual reference for the status
AC Input Status
is set to Drop. See page 62.
Favorite LED (green)
This LED is located on the
often-used menus for rapid access.
(Solid): The hot key has been pressed and a Favorite can be selected.
ON
(Flashing): The hot key has been held down to program a Favorite.
ON
(not illuminated): No particular status. The Favorite LED only illuminates in response to the hot key
OFF
being pressed.
Favorite
hot key. (See page 63.) It indicates the use of this hot key to select
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Displays
Power Up Screens
The MATE3 powers up as soon as it is plugged into a powered OutBack product. It will immediately cycle
through the startup screens. It will proceed to locate and identify the attached components and the ports
they occupy on the HUB. It will then stop on the Home screen.
Power Up Screen
Port Assignment Screen
Device Identification Screen
Home Screen
Figure 19 Power Up Screens
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Home Screens
The Home screen appears after the MATE3 detects any devices that are connected to it. Home screens
contain icons and meter bars that display various types of information depending on the system type
selected. There are three different Home screens depending on the system type selected.
Figure 20 Home Screen Symbols (example)
Meter Bars
Much of the Home screen data is shown by kilowatt meters in the form of black bars. These meter bars
expand to the right or to the left with an increase in wattage. The meter bars next to the various icons
are based on
System Information
each element. (Not all data is present in all cases. See Home Screen Types below.)
listed on page 74. The scale of a bar will vary with the size set for
The
Array Wattage
The left
set to DC, this bar is scaled to the
The right
The
The left
Max Inverter kW
The right
Max Inverter kW
In the Grid Tied Home screen, the
is scaled to the
then it is equal to 7.2 kW multiplied by the number of inverters present on the HUB. For details on PassThru
mode see the Operator’s Manual for the inverter.
In the Backup Home screen, the
meter bar represents the charge controller output and is scaled according to the
setting.
meter bar represents inverter output and is scaled to the
Max Inverter kW
meter bar represents the inverter’s charger output and is scaled to the
meter bar represents the generator output and is scaled to the
meter bar represents the power bought from the grid and is scaled to the total of the
$
and
Max Charger kW
meter bar represents the amount of power sold by the inverter and is scaled to the
$
setting.
Max Inverter kW
setting, if the inverter is not in PassThru mode. If the inverter is in PassThru,
settings.
meter bar represents the amount of power being used by the loads and
meter bar is scaled differently. Please see page 36 for details.
setting.
Gen kW Rating
Gen kW Rating
setting. If
Max Charger kW
setting.
Gen Type
setting.
See pages 34 through 36 for the icons and meter bars that are used with each Home screen.
Home Screen Types
The Home screen will vary depending on the “Type” of system installed. The system type is set in the
System Information
Off Grid
Grid Tied
used with renewable energy systems.
Backup
is for when no utility grid is available. (Default)
is for grid-interactive inverters that are capable of returning power back to the grid. Most commonly
is for using the inverter system to back up the utility grid.
screen (see page 74). Three types are available:
is
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Off Grid Home Screen
Icon(s) Description Icon(s) Description
NOTES:
or
Inverter
Generator
Gen current used by inverter and
loads
Net current flowing out of () or into
() batteries (measured by Battery
Monitor)
An SD card has been inserted
or
Battery
PV (charge controller output)
PV current charging batteries
Battery current used by inverter
() or charged by inverter ()
LEGEND
Figure 21 Home Screen for Off Grid
The generator symbol in the lower right corner of the screen marks a voltmeter that measures the AC voltage of
the generator (or AC source). The generator symbol next to the meter bar shows a graphic display of the power
being used from the generator (or AC source). This meter expands from left to right.
The inverter symbol on the bottom of the screen marks a kilowatt meter that measures the amount of power
being used by the inverter from the generator (or AC source). The inverter symbol next to the center of the
screen actually marks two meter bars.
The meter on the left measures the amount of power taken out of the inverter when inverting or supporting
loads. This meter bar expands from right to left.
The meter on the right measures the amount of power taken into the inverter when charging.
This meter bar expands from left to right.
The battery symbol on the bottom of the screen marks a voltmeter that measures the uncompensated battery
voltage. (For a compensated voltage, see page 41.) The battery symbol in the top right corner of the screen
marks a percentage meter that shows the SOC of the batteries as measured by the battery monitor. See page 112
for details. If no battery monitor is present, this figure will be replaced by another voltmeter.
The PV symbol in the lower left of the screen marks a kilowatt meter that measures the amount of PV power
generated. The PV symbol next to the bar shows a graphic display of the PV power generated. This meter bar
expands from left to right. If no charge controller is present on the HUB, neither of these symbols will be present.
This symbol indicates that no problems are noted with either the inverter, the generator, or the batteries.
OK
If an inverter fault occurs, it will be replaced with the symbols
If a generator fault occurs, it will be replaced with the symbols
If a battery monitor is present and registers a battery problem, it will be replaced by the symbols
. (An event message will also appear.) See pages 150 and 151 for information on these messages.
X
. (An event message will also appear.)
!
. (An event message will also appear.)
!
or
!
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Grid Tied Home Screen
Operation
Icon(s) Description Icon(s) Description
NOTES:
$
or
or
Inverter
Utility Grid
Grid current used by inverter and loads
(), or inverter current sold back to grid
()
Net current flowing out of () or into ()
batteries (measured by Battery Monitor)
Loads (AC)
An SD card has been inserted
or
$
Battery
PV
PV current charging batteries
Battery current used by inverter
() or charged by inverter ()
Grid Tie/Sell
LEGEND
Figure 22 Home Screen for Grid Tied
The utility grid symbol in the lower right corner of the screen marks a voltmeter that measures the AC voltage of the
utility grid (or AC source).
The inverter symbol on the bottom of the screen marks a kilowatt meter that measures the amount of power being
used by the inverter from the generator (or AC source). This meter bar expands from left to right.
The battery symbol on the bottom of the screen marks a voltmeter that measures the uncompensated battery voltage.
(For a compensated voltage, see page 41.) The battery symbol in the top right corner of the screen marks a percentage
meter that shows the SOC of the batteries as measured by the battery monitor. See page 112 for details. If no battery
monitor is present, this figure will be replaced by another voltmeter.
The dollar symbol next to the bar actually marks two meter bars.
The meter on the right measures the amount of power sold back to the utility grid when grid-tied.
This meter bar expands from left to right.
The meter on the left measures the amount of power bought from the grid or AC source for charging or loads.
This meter bar expands from right to left.
The meter bar next to the house symbol measures power delivered to the inverter’s output.
This meter bar expands from left to right.
The PV symbol in the lower left of the screen marks a kilowatt meter that measures the amount of PV power generated.
The PV symbol next to the bar shows a graphic display of the PV power generated. This meter expands from left to
right. If no charge controller is present on the HUB, neither of these symbols will be present.
This symbol indicates that no problems are noted with either the inverter, the utility grid, or the batteries.
If an inverter fault occurs, it will be replaced with the symbols
OK
If a grid problem occurs, it will be replaced with the symbols
If a battery monitor is present and registers a battery problem, it will be replaced by the symbols
(An event message will also appear.) See pages 150 and 151 for information on these messages.
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(An event message will also appear.)
!
. (An event message will also appear.)
!
or
!
.
X
Operation
Backup Home Screen
Icon(s) Description Icon(s) Description
or
NOTES:
LEGEND
Battery
PV
PV current charging batteries
Battery current used by inverter
() or charged by inverter ()
Loads (AC)
An SD card has been inserted
or
Inverter
Generator
Gen current used by inverter and loads
Net current flowing out of () or into ()
batteries (measured by Battery Monitor)
Indicates 100% of listed inverter capacity
screen.
value in the
based on
System Information
Max Inverter KW
Figure 23 Home Screen for Backup
The generator symbol in the lower right corner of the screen marks a voltmeter that measures the AC voltage of the
generator (or AC source). This symbol only appears when the
generator. The field is blank if no generator is selected and only utility grid is used.
The inverter symbol on the bottom of the screen marks a kilowatt meter that measures the amount of power being
used by the inverter from the generator (or AC source). The inverter symbol next to the center of the screen actually
marks two meter bars.
The meter on the left measures the amount of power taken out of the inverter when inverting or supporting loads.
This meter bar expands from right to left.
The meter on the right measures the amount of power taken into the inverter when charging.
This meter bar expands from left to right.
The battery symbol on the bottom of the screen marks a voltmeter that measures the uncompensated battery
voltage. (For a compensated voltage, see page 41.) The battery symbol in the top right corner of the screen marks a
percentage meter that shows the SOC of the batteries as measured by the battery monitor. See page 112 for details.
If no battery monitor is present, this figure will be replaced by another voltmeter.
The meter bar next to the house symbol measures power delivered to the inverter’s output. This meter bar expands
from left to right. The bar is scaled to 125% of the system’s total inverting capacity and is used whether the inverter is
in
If exceeded, this may be an indicator to reduce the loads.
The PV symbol in the lower left of the screen marks a kilowatt meter that measures the amount of PV power
generated. The PV symbol next to the bar shows a graphic display of the PV power generated. This meter expands
from left to right. If no charge controller is present on the HUB, neither of these symbols will be present.
This symbol indicates that no problems are noted with either the inverter, the utility grid, or the batteries.
Invert
or
PassThru
mode. The bar is marked at the 100% line to indicate when loads exceed the inverter capacity.
System Information
menu (see page 74) shows an AC
OK
If an inverter fault occurs, it will be replaced with the symbols
If a generator problem occurs, it will be replaced with the symbols
If a battery monitor is present and registers a battery problem, it will be replaced by the symbols
(An event message will also appear.) See pages 150 and 151 for information on these messages.
(An event message will also appear.)
!
. (An event message will also appear.)
!
or
!
.
X
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Operation
Basic Navigation
Soft Keys
Four “soft” keys are located directly below the LCD. The functions of the soft keys will vary depending on
the location of the user within the menu structure. Soft key functions are identified by icons or text
directly above the key. Every soft key may not be used in some screens.
The function of the far right soft key varies with the inverter model and system type (see pages 33 and 74).
The following functions are true for all FX-class inverters.
~ If the system type is Off Grid, then the soft key functions as an
have a symbol above it. The
~ If the system type is Grid Tied, the soft key functions as a
symbol
~ If the system type is Backup, the soft key is inoperative.
For Radian inverters, the far right soft key functions as a
system type is selected. The grid symbol
The right-center key, or
inverters are present (the
NOTE: The Inverter soft key is different from the INVERTER hot key (see page 55). The Inverter
soft key has more information. However, it can only be accessed from the Home screen. The
INVERTER hot key can control the inverting function. The Inverter soft key cannot.
will be present.
Inverter
Inverter Input Select
symbol will only be visible if a generator is present.
Grid Status
Grid Status
option. When Grid Tied is selected, the grid
key (see page 39) regardless of which
option. This soft key may not
will be present regardless of the input source.
soft key, displays information on any inverters present on the HUB. If no
symbol is not present), this key is inoperative.
The left-center key, or
Battery
. The information available with the
soft key, displays information on the battery bank and is marked with the symbol
Battery
soft key varies depending on whether the FLEXnet DC battery
monitor is present on the HUB.
The far left key, or
Charge Controller
soft key, displays information on any FLEXmax charge controllers present
on the HUB. If no charge controllers are present, this key is inoperative and the
System Type
(FX-class only):
Off Grid
Charge Controller
Soft Key
Battery Soft Key
System Type
(FX-class only):
Grid Tied
symbol is not present.
NOTE: In Radian-class
inverters, the
Input Select
inoperative regardless of
system type or AC input.
Inverter Input Select
NOTE: In Radian-class
inverters, the
soft key is always active,
regardless of system type or
AC input. See Figure 26 on
page 39.
Inverter
soft key is
Inverter Soft Key
Grid Status
Charge Controller
Soft Key
Battery Soft Key
Grid Status Soft Key
Inverter Soft Key
Figure 24 Soft Keys
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Operation
Inverter Input Select Soft Key
(FX-class inverters only; Off Grid system type only)
Inverter Input Select Soft Key
Screen Items:
Soft Keys:
<Input> selects between the utility grid or a
generator. Each set point has a pre-set value
for the
Input Current Limit
If the pre-set values need to be changed,
press the <Less> or <More> soft keys.
.
AC Input – Gen
Input Current Limit
(where xx = inverter-dependent.)
*See Caution below.
or
Grid
–
xx.x
to
xx.x
Aac*
<Back> returns to the previous screen.
Figure 25 Inverter Input Select Soft Key Screen
This soft key is inoperative in Radian-class inverters. In the Radian, the functions accessed by this soft key
are available in the
AC Input and Current Limit
CAUTION: Equipment Damage
Ensure the input current limit does not exceed the rating of the overcurrent
device or circuit breaker for the incoming current for the selected source.
menu (see page 83).
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Grid Soft Key
NOTE: In Radian inverters, the
Grid Status
active, regardless of system
type or AC input.
Not all screen items or
messages will function if the
inverter is not in the Grid Tied
input mode.
soft key is always
Soft Keys:
<Sell Status> brings up a group of messages
indicating possible reasons for preventing the
inverter to sell to the utility grid.
<Back> returns to the previous screen.
Operation
Grid Status Soft Key
Press this soft key to view utility
grid status information.
Screen Items:
Grid
displays the current AC voltage from the
utility grid.
Min
displays the lowest recorded AC voltage that
day, and the time it was recorded.
Max
displays the highest recorded AC voltage
that day, and the time it was recorded.
Mode
displays the inverter’s current operating
status (either buying or selling) and the number of
kilowatts being bought or sold. This status will be
blank if grid power is not present.
<Port> cycles through each device connected
to the network.
Soft Keys:
<Back> returns to the previous screen.
<Port> cycles through each device
connected to the network.
Figure 26 Grid Soft Key Screens
Screen Items:
Selling Disabled:
N
(no). See page 91.
Qualifying Grid:
analyzes the grid quality. The timer is shown on the screen.
(If the inverter is not a grid-interactive model, a random number
may be displayed.)
The
Grid-Tie Enable
The inverter is running a timed test during which it
Frequency Too Low/Too High, Voltage Too Low/Too High:
frequency or voltage are outside the acceptable limits for that model
of inverter.
Battery < Target:
that stage (X = Float, SellRE, etc). No excess energy is available to sell.
See Figure 29 on page 41 for a description of target voltages.
AC2 (gen) Selected:
The inverter will not sell to a source that it identifies as a generator.
See page 83.
NOTE: This menu item is not present in Radian-class inverters.
See the inverter Operator’s Manual for the operating details,
specifications, and modes relating to all the screen items shown here.
The battery voltage is below the target voltage for
The
Input Type
Figure 27 Sell Status Screen
command has been set to
command has been set to
The
Gen
.
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Operation
Inverter Soft Key
NOTE: Do not mistake the inverter soft key
for the INVERTER hot key. See page 37 for
a comparison between the two.
Inverter Soft Key
Press this soft key to view inverter status
information.
Inverter Mode
1
Inverter Modes
Inverting
Searching
Support
Sell
Charging
Charger Off
1
Modes are inverter-dependent. The
modes listed in this section show all
possible modes, some of which may not
be available with all OutBack inverters.
If the mode is not available on the
inverter (for example,
which is not grid-interactive), it will not
be displayed.
See the inverter Operator’s Manual to
determine which functions are available.
Soft Keys:
<Next> displays a series of screens
that show information on the inverter’s
charger and other battery-related
functions, and on any inverter-based
warnings or errors that may be present.
See pages 41 through 43.
<Graph> displays a series of screens
that plot various battery information
over time. The graphs include inverter
and charger wattage, power imported
from an AC source, battery voltage,
and others. See pages 44 through 45.
<Port> cycles through each device
connected to the network.
<Back> returns to the previous screen.
:
Float
EQ
Silent
PassThru
Error
Off
Sell
in a model
Charge Mode
Charge Modes:
BULK
FLOAT
EQ
Screen Items:
The upper left corner of the screen shows the inverter’s current mode of
operation. The example above shows the current mode as
Invert
displays the kilowatts and AC amperage being generated by the
inverter. This power may go to loads, or in a grid-interactive system, it may
be sold back to the utility grid.
Charge
displays the kilowatts and AC amperage being consumed for the
inverter to charge the battery bank. This line also shows the current
charging stage (BULK in this example).
Load
displays the power in kilowatts and AC amperage being consumed by
devices on the inverter’s output. May or may not be the same as
Buy
displays the kilowatts and AC amperage being brought into the
inverter’s input for both charging and loads. This usually reads as a total of
the
Charge
and
Load
items.
Battery
AC Out
source is present, this reading is usually the same as
inverters, this is the sum of the L1 and L2 readings.)
AC In
source. (In Radian-class inverters, this is the sum of the L1 and L2 readings.)
AUX
output. (See pages 90 and 93.)
Relay
(See page 96.) This item is only present in the Radian class and is not present
in FX-class inverters.
displays the uncompensated battery voltage.
displays the AC voltage measured at the inverter’s output. If an AC
displays the AC voltage measured at the inverter’s input from an AC
displays the current status of the inverter’s Auxiliary (AUX) 12-volt
displays the current status of the inverter’s Auxiliary relay contacts.
Charging
AC In
. (In Radian-class
.
Invert
.
Figure 28 Inverter Soft Key Screens
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From the
y
Inverter
screen, the
<Next>
Operation
soft key brings up several possible screens.
Diode Charging
L1 Phase Screen (Radian only) L2 Phase Screen (Radian only)
Soft Keys:
<Warn> displays a series of screens with a list
of non-critical inverter faults and other
information. These screens are shown
beginning on page 42.
<Error> displays a screen with a list of critical
inverter faults. These screens are shown
beginning on page 43.
<Back> returns to the previous screen.
<Port> cycles through each device connected
to the network.
NOTE: The
the Radian class. The screen items are the same as those listed
on page 40, but the AC voltage readings are those of the
individual L1 and L2 phases. These screens are not present in
FX-class inverters. The next screen is
In any of these screens, a diode symbol may appear to the left of
the screen name to indicate “diode charging” mode. This is a
low-power mode that allows fine control of charging, selling,
and load support. (See the Operator’s Manual for information.)
Screen Items:
Actual
Absorb
programmed into the inverter’s charger. During the bulk and
absorption stages, this is the target voltage used by the charger.
Float
into the inverter’s charger. During the float stage, this is the
target voltage used by the charger.
Equalize
programmed into the inverter’s charger. During the equalization
charging cycle, this is the target voltage used by the charger.
Temp Comp
temperature readings are taken into account from the Remote
Temperature Sensor (RTS). If no RTS is present,
Actual
Batt Temp
as measured by the RTS. This reading is only valid for port 1 on
the HUB. If other ports are selected, or if no RTS is present, the
characters ### will be displayed.
Re-Float
into the inverter’s charger. This is the voltage used for the
inverter to return from Silent mode to the float stage.
Sell RE
Sell Mode. (Grid-interactive s
L1 Phase
displays the uncompensated battery voltage.
displays the Absorption voltage setting which was
displays the Float voltage setting which was programmed
displays the Equalization voltage setting which was
displays the corrected battery voltage after
will read the same.
displays the battery temperature in degrees Celsius,
displays the Re-Float setting which was programmed
voltage is the target voltage for the inverter to switch to
and
L2 Phase
screens are only present in
Inverter Battery
Temp Comp
stems only)
.
and
NOTE: If an arrow appears next to the items
Equalize
not appear if the charger is in the bulk stage or Silent mode.
, it indicates the charger is in that stage. The arrow will
Absorb, Float
, or
NOTE: In grid-interactive systems, the
Sell RE
voltage will be included.
Figure 29 Inverter Battery Screen
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Operation
Warning Messages
A Warning message is caused by a noncritical inverter fault. When this occurs, the inverter will not
shut down, but will display a fault LED. One or more messages in this menu will change from
A warning is also accompanied by an event message (see page 61).
Some warnings can become errors if left unattended. Frequency and voltage warnings are meant to warn
of a problematic AC source. See the inverter Operator’s Manual for more information on troubleshooting a
specific warning.
Screen Items:
N
to Y.
AC Freq Too High:
frequency limit and prevents connection.
AC Freq Too Low:
frequency limit and prevents connection.
Voltage Too High:
acceptable voltage limit and prevents connection.
Voltage Too Low:
voltage limit and prevents connection.
Input Amps > Max:
the AC source than allowed by the input setting.
Temp Sensor Bad:
may be malfunctioning. This is indicated by an unusual
Transformer, Output FETs
Comm Fault:
has interrupted internal communications.
Fan Failure:
properly. Lack of cooling may result in derated output wattage.
Soft Keys:
<Temps> displays the
for the inverter’s internal temperature sensors. One sensor is
attached to the main transformer, another is on the heat sink for
the Field Effect Transistors (FETs), and one is on the filter
capacitors. Normally all three sensors read approximately the
same. An unusually high or unusually low reading on one sensor
indicates a defective sensor. Contact OutBack Technical Support
if necessary (see inside front cover of this manual).
The screen is different for Radian-class inverters. Radian inverters
consist of twin power modules (right and left) with independent
sensors and readings for each module.
Inverter Temps
screen, with the readings
The AC source is above the acceptable
The AC source is below the acceptable
The AC source is above the upper
The AC source is below the lower acceptable
AC loads are drawing more current from
An internal inverter temperature sensor
, or
Capacitors
Probable failure on inverter’s control board which
The inverter’s internal cooling fan is not operating
Inverter Temps Screen (FX-class)
Inverter Temps Screen (Radian-class)
reading.
<IEEE> displays the
inverter might stop selling power, and
This item and screen are only available in the Radian-class
inverters and are not visible in FX-class inverters.
NOTE: These messages,
Voltage Too High
as those shown on page 62. However, these items do not have
the same function. They are only active in the Radian-class
inverter’s Grid Tied input mode. They only indicate whether the
inverter sells power, not whether it disconnects. (See the Radian
Operator’s Manual for limits on selling.)
<Back> returns to the previous screen.
IEEE Warnings
AC Freq Too High, AC Freq Too Low
, and
Voltage Too Low
screen, with reasons why the
Y
or N status messages.
,
, have the same names
IEEE Warnings Screen (Radian-class)
Figure 30 Inverter Warnings and Temperatures
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T
Error Messages
An Error message is caused by a critical inverter fault. When this occurs, the inverter will usually shut
N
down and will display a fault LED. One or more messages in this menu will change from
also accompanied by an event message (see page 61).
See the inverter Operator's Manual for more information on troubleshooting a specific error.
Screen Items:
to Y. An error is
Soft Keys:
<Back> returns to the previous screen.
<Port> cycles through each device
connected to the network.
Low Output Voltage:
cannot be maintained under high load conditions.
AC Output Shorted:
maximum surge current due to severe overload.
AC Output Backfeed:
power source (out of phase with the inverter) was
connected to the unit’s AC output.
Stacking Error:
stacked units. (Often occurs if there is no master.)
Low Battery V:
Cut-Out (LBCO) set point. (See page 88.)
High Battery V:
acceptable level (as specified in the Operator’s Manual
for the appropriate inverter).
Over Temperature:
maximum allowed operating temperature.
Phase Loss:
the master, but no AC is present. The unit continues
inverting. This is the only “Error” that is not
accompanied by a shutdown.
A programming problem among
A slave was ordered to transfer to AC by
Figure 31 Inverter Errors
The inverter’s AC regulation
The inverter exceeded its
Usually indicates another AC
he DC voltage is below the Low Battery
The DC voltage is above the inverter’s
The inverter has exceeded its
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Operation
T
From the
Inverter
screen (see
screens which plot various type of data over time. The first screen shows changes in wattage produced by
the inverter over time.
This axis shows
inverter wattage.
233H236H
Figure 23 on page 40), the
This axis shows date and time
in 6-hour increments.
<Graph>
Figure 32 Inverter Graph
soft key brings up the following
The
<Next>
soft key brings up a screen which shows changes in wattage produced by the battery charger
over time.
his axis shows date and time
in 6-hour increments.
This axis shows
charger wattage.
Figure 33 Charge Graph
The
<Next>
inverter system from an AC source over time.
soft key brings up a screen which shows changes in wattage imported (bought) by the
This axis shows date and time
in 6-hour increments.
This axis shows
imported wattage.
Figure 34 Buy Graph
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Operation
The
<Next>
grid-interactive system over time.
The <Next> soft key brings up a graph showing changes in battery voltage over time. This graph may be
used by other soft keys.
soft key brings up a screen which shows changes in wattage sold to the utility by a
This axis shows date and time
in 6-hour increments.
This axis shows
sold wattage.
Figure 35 Sell Graph
This axis shows date and time
in 6-hour increments.
This axis shows
battery voltage.
Figure 36 Battery Graph
Continuing to press the <Next> soft key will proceed through the same graphs again from the beginning.
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Operation
Battery Soft Key
Home Screen
Battery Soft Key
Press this soft key to
view
Battery Status
information.
If no FLEXnet DC battery monitor is present on the system, the battery soft key brings up the
following screens.
Figure 37 Battery Soft Key
Screen Items:
Bat
displays the uncompensated
battery voltage.
Min
displays the lowest recorded
battery voltage for that day, and the
time it was recorded.
Max
displays the highest recorded
battery voltage for that day, and the
time it was recorded.
Soft Keys:
<Graph> brings up a single graph
showing changes in battery voltage over
time. This graph may be used by other
soft keys.
<Back> returns to the previous screen.
Figure 38 Battery Soft Key Screens (without a FLEXnet DC Monitor)
This axis shows
battery voltage.
This axis shows date and time in 6-hour increments.
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If a FLEXnet DC battery monitor is present on the system, the
following screens.
Home Screen
Battery Soft Key
Press this soft key to
view
Battery Status
information.
Uncompensated
Battery Voltage
SOC
Screen Items:
The upper left corner of the screen shows the
uncompensated battery voltage.
The upper right corner shows the measured
State of Charge (SOC).
Battery
Operation
soft key brings up the
Soft Keys:
<Next> brings up a series of screens that show
more detailed information on the battery and on
individual shunts used with the battery monitor.
These screens are shown beginning on page 48.
<Graph> brings up a series of screens that plot
various battery information over time. The graphs
include voltage, SOC, and shunt information.
These screens are shown beginning on page 50.
<Back> returns to the previous screen.
displays the measured total current and kilowatts
In
coming into the system from all DC sources. To the
right, this line displays the total amp-hours and
kilowatt-hours delivered from all sources that day.
displays the measured total current and
Out
kilowatts being taken out of the batteries for
inverting, DC loads, or any other uses. To the right,
this line displays the total amp-hours and
kilowatt-hours removed from the batteries that day.
displays the net total current and kilowatts
Bat
being sent to or taken from the batteries. To the
right, this line displays the net total amp-hours and
kilowatt-hours accumulated or taken from the
batteries that day.
The last line shows both the highest and lowest
recorded battery SOC for that day, and the time each
was recorded.
, in the lower right corner, shows the current
AUX
status of the battery monitor’s Auxiliary relay (also
known as AUX mode or Relay mode). (See page 113.)
Figure 39 Battery Soft Key Screens (with a FLEXnet DC Monitor) .
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Operation
From the
FLEXnet DC
Soft Keys:
<Back> returns to the previous screen.
<Stats> shows long-term battery statistics.
See Figure 41.
<Shunts> shows the operation of up to
three shunts on the battery monitor.
See Figure 42.
<DataLog> shows the current data log.
See Figure 42.
screen, the
<Next>
soft key brings up the following screens.
Screen Items:
Bat
displays battery voltage, net current flow
(positive or negative), battery temperature, and net
amp-hour accumulation for that day.
Min
displays the lowest recorded battery voltage
and SOC for that day, and the time each was
recorded.
Max
displays the highest recorded battery voltage
and SOC for that day, and the time each was
recorded.
Days Since Parms Met
the last time the “fully charged” parameters were
met (as defined on page 112).
Figure 40 Next Soft Key (with FLEXnet DC)
.
is the number of days since
Screen Items:
Soft Keys:
<Back> returns to the previous screen.
<Reset Days> resets the
<Reset kAH > resets the
Total Days at 100%.
Lifetime kAH Removed
Cycle Charge Factor
from the battery and those returned to the battery while
charging. It displays the comparison as a percentage. This
number can be compared against the programmed charge
factor (see page 112) to judge battery charging efficiency.
Cycle kWH Charge Efficiency
kilowatt-hours removed from the battery and those
returned to the battery during all activity (such as float
charging). It displays the comparison as a percentage. This
number can be used to judge overall battery efficiency.
Total Days at 100%
batteries reached 100% SOC. If the batteries are not at
100%, this will read 0.
the FLEXnet DC. It is a running total of the amount of time
that the SOC's value is equal to 100%. This number is
retained or continues to accumulate until reset by the user.
.
Lifetime kAH Removed
that were ever drained from the batteries.
compares the amp-hours removed
compares the
displays the number of days since the
Total Days at 100%
accumulates the total amp-hours
is computed by
Figure 41 Stats Soft Key (with FLEXnet DC)
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The
<Shunts>
soft key shows the operation of up to three shunts on the battery monitor. If a shunt has
not been enabled (see page 112), it will read 0.
Operation
Screen Items:
A, B, and C: These lines display individual
readings from the A, B, and C shunts. Each line
shows the current and kilowatts measured on
the shunt at that time, and the amp-hours and
kilowatt-hours accumulated that day.
Soft Keys:
<Shunt A>, <Shunt B>, and <Shunt C> shows
long-term statistics for each shunt. If a shunt has not
been enabled (see page 106), its statistics will read 0.
<Back> returns to the previous screen.
Soft Keys:
<Next> presents the next shunt in alphabetical order.
<Back> returns to the previous screen.
<Reset Max> resets both
Max Discharge Rate
at the same time.
Max Charge Rate
and
Screen Items:
Returned to Battery
Battery
amp-hours that have been delivered to the
battery bank (as charging) or removed from
the battery bank (as loads).
show the total accumulated
Max Charge Rate
show the highest level of current that was
registered either entering (charging) or
leaving (discharging) the batteries. The
<Reset Max> soft key can reset both
numbers at the same time.
and
Removed from
and
Max Discharge Rate
Figure 42 Shunts Soft Key and Shunt Data (with FLEXnet DC)
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Operation
The
<DataLog>
daily log, up to 128 days, which can be recalled. One day can be displayed at a time.
soft key shows amp-hour, watt-hour, and SOC statistics. These maintain a continuous
Screen Items:
Today
(in this example) indicates the date of the
data log screen. The current day will read
Pressing the <-Day> soft key will show the data
log for the previous day and
a date.
Today
Today
will become
.
Soft Keys:
<+Day> advances the display forward by a single
day. If the display reads
<–Day> moves the display backward by a single
day and will display the selected date.
<Back> returns to the previous screen.
Today
, it does nothing.
Minimum SOC
charge (SOC) for that day.
Input
shows the number of amp-hours and
kilowatt-hours brought into the batteries that day.
Output
shows the number of amp-hours and
kilowatt-hours removed from the batteries
that day.
Net
shows the net gain or loss in amp-hours or
kilowatt-hours that day. This is the difference
between the
shows the lowest battery state of
Input
and
Output
Figure 43 DataLog Soft Key Screen (with FLEXnet DC)
From the
FLEXnet DC
screen, the
<Graph>
type of data over time. The first screen shows changes in battery voltage over time.
soft key brings up the following screens which plot various
fields.
Figure 44 Graph Soft Key (with FLEXnet DC)
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This axis shows date
and time in 6-hour
increments.
This axis shows
battery voltage.
Figure 45 Battery Voltage Graph (with FLEXnet DC)
Operation
The
<Next>
The
<Next>
Shunt A.
soft key brings up a screen which shows changes in SOC over time.
This axis shows date
and time in 6-hour
increments.
This axis
shows SOC.
Figure 46 State-of-Charge (SOC) Graph (with FLEXnet DC)
soft key brings up a screen which shows changes in wattage over time for the first shunt,
This axis shows date
and time in 6-hour
increments.
This axis shows the wattage
readings calculated from
shunt A.
Figure 47 Shunt A Graph (with FLEXnet DC)
Continuing to press the <Next> soft key will proceed to Shunts B and C if they have been enabled. If
Shunts B or C are not enabled, the <Next> soft key will return to the Battery graph.
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Operation
Charge Controller Soft Key
PV Icon
Charge Controller Soft Key
Press this soft key to view FLEXmax
charge controller status information.
If no charge controller is present,
the PV icon will be blank and this
soft key will be inoperative.
Charge Controller Modes:
Bulk
Absorb
Float
EQ
Silent
See the charge controller
Owner’s Manual for
descriptions of each mode.
The value displayed here switches between
kilowatt output and the daily kilowatt-hours produced.
Charge Controller’s
Mode
Soft Keys:
<DataLog> brings up a group of charge
controller statistics that are maintained as a
continuous daily log. These screens are all
shown beginning on page 53.
<Graph> brings up a series of screens that
plot various charge controller information
over time. The graphs include inverter and
charger wattage, power imported from an AC
source, battery voltage, and others. These
screens are all shown beginning on page 54.
<Port> cycles through each device
connected to the network. If more than one
charge controller is installed in the system,
pressing the <Port> soft key will cycle
through each controller.
<Back> returns to the previous screen.
Screen Items:
The upper left corner of the screen shows the FLEXmax charge
controller’s current mode of operation.
illustration.
In
displays the present PV array operating voltage and the
current being harvested from the array.
VOC
displays the open-circuit voltage available from the PV.
Out
displays the present battery voltage and the current
being delivered from the charge controller(s) to charge the
battery bank. To the right, this line displays the number of
kilowatt-hours and amp-hours accumulated that day.
Operating
that day in any stage.
Float
float stage.
Absorb
absorption stage.
Maximum
harvested from the PV array that day, and the time both were
recorded.
The lower right corner shows the current status of the charge
controller’s Auxiliary (AUX) output. (See page 107.)
displays the total hours the charger has operated
displays the run time of the float timer when in
displays the run time of the absorption timer when in
displays the maximum amperage and wattage
Bulk
is shown in this
Figure 48 Charge Controller Soft Key Screens
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DataLog Screen
Operation
The
<DataLog>
soft key shows accumulated daily amp-hour and watt-hour statistics, as well as maximum
current, wattage, and maximum and minimum voltage figures. These maintain a continuous daily log, up
to 128 days, which can be recalled. One day can be displayed at a time.
Current Date
Screen Items:
The upper left corner shows the date of the
selected DataLog screen. (The current DataLog
screen reads "Today.") To the right, this line also
displays the kilowatt-hours and amp-hours
accumulated that day.
Max Output
wattage recorded that day.
displays the maximum current and
Soft Keys:
<+Day> advances the display forward by a
single day. If the display reads “Today”, it
does nothing.
<–Day> advances the display backward by a
single day and will display the selected date.
<Back> returns to the previous screen.
<Port> cycles through each device
connected to the network.
Absorb
ran that day.
Float
that day.
High VOC
voltage (VOC) recorded that day.
Min Batt
recorded that day.
Max Batt
recorded that day.
The amount of time the absorption timer
The amount of time the Float timer ran
displays the highest open-circuit
displays the lowest battery voltage
displays the highest battery voltage
Figure 49 DataLog Screen
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Operation
T
Graph Screens
The
<Graph>
soft key brings up the following screens which plot various type of data over time. The first
screen shows changes in PV wattage over time.
his axis shows date and time
in 6-hour increments.
This axis shows
PV wattage.
Figure 50 Output Graph
The <Next> soft key brings up a screen showing changes in battery voltage over time. This graph may be
used by other soft keys.
This axis shows date and time
in 6-hour increments.
This axis shows
battery voltage.
Figure 51 Battery Graph
The <Next> soft key brings up a screen showing changes in PV voltage over time.
This axis shows date and time
in 6-hour increments.
This axis shows
PV voltage.
Figure 52 PV Graph
Continuing to press the <Next> soft key will proceed through the same graphs again from the beginning.
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Operation
Hot Keys
Six hot keys are available to navigate through the most commonly used operational screens. Some
screens will have operational options, such as ON, OFF, or AUTO. Some will show current operational
status for that function. Status, mode, and measurements are the collective status of the system, not of an
individual inverter, unless specified otherwise.
INVERTER Hot Key
CHARGER Hot Key
GENerator Hot Key
EVENTS Hot Key
AC INPUT Hot Key
FAVORITE Hot Key
Figure 53 Navigating with the Hot Keys
INVERTER Hot Key
INVERTER
The
current inverter mode, input and output voltage and wattage, battery voltage, and load draw.
INVERTER
Hot Key
hot key displays the
Inverter Status
screen. The
The INVERTER hot key can also be used to turn the
inverter on or off. This is a global command issued
to all inverters.
NOTE: Do not mistake the Inverter soft key for
Inverter Status
the INVERTER hot key. See page 37 for
a comparison between the two.
screen displays the
Screen Items:
Mode
displays the setting selected by the soft keys
(<ON>, <OFF>, or <Search>).
Soft Key Options:
<Back> returns to the Home screen.
<ON> turns the inverter ON.
<OFF> turns the inverter OFF.
<Search> toggles the Search mode
ON
or
OFF
Battery
compensated for temperature. (See page 41 for the
compensated value.)
Input
power in kilowatts drawn from the AC source.
Output
inverter’s output and the power in kilowatts produced
by the inverter. The inverter’s produced power may
equal the load wattage, but it may also include power
sold to the grid (in grid-interactive inverters).
.
Load
inverter’s output.
displays the battery voltage, not
displays the AC input source voltage and the
displays the voltage measured at the
displays the power in kilowatts delivered to the
Figure 54 Using the INVERTER Hot Key
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Operation
CHARGER Hot Key
CHARGER
The
current charger mode, battery voltage, absorb and float voltage settings and timers. Soft key options
include starting or stopping the charger, which is a global command issued to all inverters in the system.
Other options include starting or the bulk or equalization charge functions, which are global commands
issued to all inverters and charge controllers in the system.
hot key displays the
Charger Status
screen. The
Charger Status
screen displays the
NOTE:
The charging information displayed on this screen is for inverters only. In a multiple inverter
system, the master inverter controls this status. If an inverter or charge controller has a different charging
status from the master inverter, this screen will not display its status.
CHARGER Hot Key
Screen Items:
Battery
Charger Control
Absorb
Absorption stages.
displays the uncompensated battery voltage.
displays the mode of the charger.
displays the target voltage for the Bulk and
Float
Soft Key Options:
<Back> returns to the Home screen.
<Bulk Charge> advances to the
Charge
screen to start a new charging cycle.
<EQ Charge> advances to the
Charge
screen.
<Charger Mode> advances to the
Charger Mode
the charger.
screen to enable or disable
Bulk
Equalize
displays the target voltage for the Float stage.
If the timer is running to the right of either
Absorb
, the system is in that charging stage.
Float
or
Figure 55 CHARGER Hot Key
IMPORTANT:
Equalization should only be performed on certain kinds of batteries under
specific conditions. Pressing the
recommendations and confirmations to ensure this function is not started
accidentally.
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<Start EQ>
soft key will bring up several
From the
CHARGER
hot key’s
Charger Status
screen, the
that can start or stop the bulk stage of a new charging cycle.
<Bulk Charge>
Operation
soft key brings up a screen
Soft Key Options:
<Start Bulk> starts a new charging cycle. The screen will display
Started
when the <Start Bulk> soft key is pressed.
<Stop Bulk> stops a charging cycle once started. The screen will display
Charge Stopped
<BACK> returns to the
when the <Stop Bulk> soft key is pressed.
Charger Status Screen
.
Bulk Charge
Bulk
Figure 56 Using the CHARGER Hot Key (Bulk Charge)
900-0117-01-00 Rev C 57
Operation
From the
screens that can turn on the battery equalization process.
CHARGER
hot key’s
Charger Status
screen, the
Screen Items:
<EQ Charge>
soft key brings up a series of
Soft Key Options:
<Back> returns to the
Status
screen.
<Start EQ> starts the equalize
charging stage.
<Stop EQ> stops the equalize
charging stage.
Charger
Battery
Equalize
for the Equalization stage. The timer to the right of this
item begins running once this voltage is reached.
Equalize
mode is enabled or disabled.
Last EQ charge
most recent equalization cycle.
Soft Key Options:
<Back> returns to the
<Next> advances to the confirmation screen.
displays the uncompensated battery voltage.
(below
Battery
(right side of screen) displays whether this
displays the date and time for the
) displays the target voltage
Equalize Charge
screen.
Soft Key Options:
<Exit> returns to the
<Yes> begins the equalization process and
simultaneously returns to the
screen. The process can be stopped by pressing the
<Stop EQ> soft key on the
Charger Status
Equalize Charge
Equalize Charge
screen.
screen.
Figure 57 Using the CHARGER Hot Key (EQ Charge)
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Operation
T
From the
that can turn on or turn off the charger. (See the inverter Operator’s Manual for a description of specific
charger functions.)
CHARGER
Screen Items:
hot key’s
Charger Status
screen, the
<Charger Mode>
soft key brings up a screen
When <On> is selected, the screen
will display:
Soft Key Options:
<On> activates the charger for a cycle
consisting of bulk, absorption, and float
stages. Upon completion, the charger
remains in the float stage to maintain
the batteries until the AC input is
disconnected.
NOTE: This option varies with model.
In FX-class non-grid-interactive models,
the option operates as above.
In FX-class grid-interactive inverters, this
option is automatically selected when
Input Type
the
(see page 83). The <On> option cannot
be selected if the menu is set to
these inverters, the
menu can still enable or disable the
charger, but it cannot select the cycle.
In Radian-class inverters, this option
performs as above except when using
certain AC input modes with other
priorities. (See the <Auto> option and
the inverter Operator’s Manual.)
menu is set to
Charger Mode
Gen
Grid
. In
When <Off> is selected, the screen
will display:
<Off> disables the charger in
all inverter models.
When <Auto> is selected, the
screen will display:
<Auto> activates the charger for a cycle
consisting of bulk, absorption, and float
stages. Upon completion, the charger
goes into Silent mode until it reaches
the “re-float” voltage. Then it will
re-enter the float stage.
NOTE:
FX-class non-grid-interactive models,
the option operates as above.
In FX-class grid-interactive inverters, this
option is automatically selected when
the
page 83). The <Auto> option cannot be
selected if the menu is set to
these inverters, the
menu can still activate or deactivate the
charger, but it cannot select the cycle.
This option is not available on this
screen in Radian-class inverters; the
function operates automatically when
certain AC input modes are selected.
(See the inverter Operator’s Manual.)
his option varies with model. In
Input Type
menu is set to
Charger Mode
Grid
Gen
(see
. In
Figure 58 Using the CHARGER Hot Key (Charger Mode)
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Operation
GENerator Hot Key
GEN
The
information on the Advanced Generator Start (AGS) mode. Soft key options include:
<Back>, <Auto>, <Off>
hot key displays the
, and
GEN Hot Key
Generator Status
.
<On>
screen. The
Screen Items:
The figure to the left of the title displays the accumulated
generator run time. This counter can be reset. (See page 121.)
Mode
displays the setting selected by the soft keys (<On>,
<Off>, or <Auto>). If the function is not enabled (see page 116),
it will read
Generator Status
AGS DISABLED
.
screen displays
Status
displays the current status of the AGS function. If not
Soft Key Options:
<Back> returns to the Home screen.
<Auto> allows the generator to start
based on automatic starting parameters
set by the user in the AGS menu.
<Off> manually stops the generator.
<On> manually starts the generator.
(See Figure 60.)
operating the generator, it reads
STARTING
Fault
is lost. Otherwise, it displays
Last Run
date and time of the start appears to the right of the reason. See
Table 5 on page 152 in the Troubleshooting section for a list of
all the generator start and stop reasons.
or
RUN
.
displays the message
displays the reason of the last generator start. The
OFF
. If active, it may read
AGS Fault
NONE
.
if the generator voltage
Figure 59 Using the GENerator Hot Key
When <On> is pressed, generator data appears on the
right side of the screen.
The first line displays the generator’s AC voltage and
the number of kilowatts being used from the
generator.
RUN
The second line displays the updated status
the length of time since the start command was
sent, the battery state of charge (
battery voltage. (If no battery monitor is present, the
SOC field will be blank.)
The third line displays the charging stage.
SOC
), and the
,
NOTE: The generator can only be started if the
AGS mode is enabled in
(see page 116). If it is not enabled, this
information will not appear.
AGS Setup
Figure 60 Generator Status Screen
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Operation
EVENTS Hot Key
EVENTS
The
was externally imposed on a device on the HUB. A command to turn the inverter off or on, an automatic
generator start, or a loss of grid power are all defined as events. An event is not necessarily the sign of a
problem; however, the
Errors, Warnings, and AGS Faults are accompanied by the Events LED.
If the event is an inverter-based warning, the LED will flash.
If the event is an inverter-based error, then the LED will be on solid. Errors are usually accompanied by the
inverter shutting down. Some warnings can become errors if left unattended.
An AGS Fault is based in the MATE3. In this case, the LED will be on solid. This fault usually indicates an
automatic generator problem and is not accompanied by an inverter shutdown.
Multiple events may occur simultaneously.
Soft key options include scrolling through each event and displaying details about that event to
determine if corrective action is required. Events may require acknowledgement before the EVENTS LED
will turn off. See page 150 for more information on troubleshooting event messages.
Event logs can be saved to an SC card. Refer to page 142 for instructions.
hot key displays the
Event History
Event History
screen. An event is defined as a change in status that
screen logs all events for potential troubleshooting. In addition,
See page 42 to view the
Warnings
the
the inverter Operator’s Manual for
descriptions of errors, warnings,
and other troubleshooting.
and see page 43 for
Inverter Errors
Soft Key Options:
<Back> returns to the Home screen.
<Next> highlights the next event in the list.
<Prev> highlights the previous event in the list.
<Detail> displays the details of the selected event, and prompting for acknowledgement, if necessary.
Inverter
menus. See
EVENTS Hot Key
Screen Items:
The left side of the screen lists the nature of the event.
The word
if the event requires acknowledgement.
Screen Items:
If the <ACK> and <ACK ALL> soft keys appear, either must
be pressed to acknowledge the event. Once
acknowledged, the EVENTS LED will turn off. An
acknowledgement (
the
Fault
will appear on the right side of the screen
NOTE: The control wheel will also scroll
Event History
up and down the list in the
Event History
ACKED
) will replace the word
screen.
screen.
Fault
Error – Solid
Warning – Flashing
in
Soft Key Options:
<Back> returns to the
<ACK> will acknowledge one open event.
<ACK ALL> will acknowledge all open events.
Event History
screen.
NOTE: Using the control wheel in the
History Detail
for the previous, or the next, event as listed
in the
Event History
screen will display the detail
screen.
Event
Figure 61 Using the EVENTS Hot Key
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Operation
AC INPUT Hot Key
The AC INPUT hot key displays the
AC Input Status
screen. The
AC Input Status
screen displays the
AC input mode, the AC input status, and the current AC frequency and voltage. Soft key options include
manually using or dropping the AC input source or viewing the
Last AC Disconnect
screen indicates the reason the AC source may have been disconnected. These
Last AC Disconnect
screen. The
reasons will vary between inverter models. See the inverter Operator’s Manual for more information on
troubleshooting a specific message.
AC INPUT Hot Key
Screen Items:
Soft Key Options:
<Back> returns to the Home screen.
<Drop> manually disconnects the system
from the AC source.
<Use> instructs the inverter to use
the AC source if the AC source meets
qualification parameters.
<Discon> displays a screen that shows the
reason for the last AC disconnect.
AC Input Select (Radian-class only)
inputs was set as first priority for the inverter. See page 83.
This item is not present in FX-class inverters.
AC Input Mode
change the mode. This item may be overridden by other
commands. For example, a system that is set to
automatically switch to
Next to the current
status was changed. In this illustration, the status changed
due to an
change are
AC Input Status
input. This screen will usually change to match
once a soft key command is given.
Mode
NOTE: In Radian-class inverters, the displayed AC voltage is
allows soft key options to be selected to
USE
if AGS starts the generator.
AC Input Mode
HBX-SOC
Manual, AGS, Grid-Time,
the sum of the L1 and L2 phases.
event. Other possible reason for a status
displays the current interaction with the AC
displays which of two
DROP
will
is the last reason the
or
HBX-Voltage
AC Input
.
Figure 62 Using the AC INPUT Hot Key
Screen Items (all inverters):
Soft Key Options:
<Back> returns to the
<Port> cycles through all the devices connected to the HUB.
AC Input Status
screen.
Input Frequency Too High, N
Input Frequency Too Low, N
Input Voltage > Maximum, N
Input Voltage < Minimum, N
Additional Screen Items (Radian-class only)
Backfeed, N
Phase Lock
Island Detect
= No, Y = Yes
, N = No, Y = Yes
, N = No, Y = Yes
= No, Y = Yes
= No, Y = Yes
= No, Y = Yes
= No, Y = Yes
Figure 63 AC Disconnect Reasons
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FAVORITE Hot Key
g
FAVORITE
The
screens for rapid access. It includes a green LED.
hot key allows the user to program and select up to four frequently used (or “favorite”)
rammable Soft Keys
Pro
Operation
FAVORITE
Hot Key
Figure 64 Using the FAVORITE Hot Key
To program the FAVORITE hot key:
1. Navigate to the desired screen.
2. Press and hold the FAVORITE hot key until the green LED flashes.
3. Press one of the four programmable soft keys to select it for recalling that particular screen.
The green LED will stop flashing.
4. Repeat Steps 1-3 to program three more favorite screens (if desired).
IMPORTANT:
Only one favorite screen can be programmed per soft key. Attempting to program
more than one favorite screen to the same soft key will overwrite the first screen.
Password-protected screens cannot be saved as favorites. This means that any
screen that is accessed with the
<LOCK>
To use the FAVORITE hot key to recall the desired screen(s):
key cannot be saved this way.
1. Press and release the FAVORITE hot key. The green LED will illuminate and stay on.
2. Press the soft key for the desired screen to be recalled. If no selection is made after pressing the
FAVORITE hot key, the function will deactivate and the green LED will turn off.
3. To return to the Home screen from the “favorite” screen, press the <BACK> soft key.
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Operation
Controls and Navigation Keys
Removing the Front Cover
Front Cover
To remove the front cover:
Gently pull on the front cover. The navigation
panel is magnetic and the front cover will pull
off with a small amount of force.
Figure 65 Removing the Front Cover
To replace the front cover:
1. Place the front cover over the
navigation section.
2. Allow the magnets to pull the
front cover in place.
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Operation
T
Control Wheel
The control wheel is a touch-sensitive navigation control with a center button located on the lower half of
the MATE3.
The control wheel scrolls forward or backward in the menu map. When the desired menu is highlighted, press
the center button to move forward into that menu map. See Figure 182 through Figure 189 starting on
page 162 for a complete menu map.
On screens with set points, the control wheel serves two functions; navigation and set point adjustment. It
navigates through the set points by highlighting each set point field with a box. This is called the Field Select
mode. When the desired field is highlighted, pressing the center button changes the appearance of the box to
solid. This is the Adjust Set Point mode. The set points can now be adjusted by using the control wheel;
clockwise increases the value, counterclockwise decreases the value. When the set point is correct, press the
center button again to return to Field Select mode. (See Figure 70.)
~ Set points are adjustable settings for each specific menu item.
~ Set points will vary depending on the system configuration.
Control Wheel Center Button
Figure 66 Control Wheel
To use the control wheel:
Touch the control wheel anywhere and make a circular motion around the wheel.
To scroll to the next menu or
increase the value of the setting:
Touch the control wheel and
make a clockwise circle.
To scroll to the previous menu or
decrease the value of the setting:
ouch the control wheel and make
a counter-clockwise circle.
To select the option
or setting value:
Press the button in the
center of the control wheel.
Figure 67 Using the Control Wheel
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Operation
Navigation Keys (buttons)
Four navigation keys are located on the lower half of the MATE3. The navigation keys help the user move
around within the menu structure. They also provide access to the
ability to access the various components connected to the HUB.
Main Menu
programming and the
TOP
Navigation Key
LOCK
Navigation Key
UP
Navigation Key
PORT
Navigation Key
Figure 68 Navigation Controls
See Figure 69 on page 67 for an illustration on how to use the navigation keys.
TOP
The
Main Menu
The
provides access to the
The UP navigation key returns to the menu item on the previous screen that was used to access the current
screen. It moves up, or back, one screen in the menu map for the selected device. See page 162 for a complete
menu map.
The
navigation key returns the operator to the top of the
TOP
, the
LOCK
navigation key locks the access to prevent unauthorized changes to the system settings. It also
PORT
navigation key cycles through each device connected to a port on the HUB.
key or
<LOCK>
Enter Password
returns the operator to the Home screen.
screen. (See page 71.)
Main Menu
for the selected device. From the
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Operation
u
u
u
T
To go to the Home screen from the
press the <TOP>, <UP>, or <LOCK> button.
Main Menu Screen
To go to the
press the <TOP> button.
Main Men
Main Men
,
,
Home Screen
Menu Options
Menu Item
To go to the
press the <TOP> button.
Main Men
,
Figure 69 Using the Navigation Keys
Menu Item
o return to the Menu options,
press the <UP> button.
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Operation
Adjusting Set Points
When a screen with set points is available, the set points will be identifiable by a black box around the
field. This indicates that the menu is in the Field Select mode. To change to the Adjust Set Point mode,
follow the instructions below.
To adjust set points:
1. Use the control wheel to navigate to the desired set point to be adjusted.
The field is identified by a black box around the field (Field Select mode). Using the control wheel in
this mode will move the black box to each field in sequence.
2. When the desired set point is selected, press the center button. The box around the field should
become solid (Adjust Set Point mode).
3. Use the control wheel to change the set point value.
4. When the set point is correct, press the center button again to return to Field Select mode.
5. Repeat Steps 1-4 for each set point to be adjusted.
Field Select Mode
When the set point is correct,
press the center button to
return to Field Select mode.
Adjust Set Point Mode
Figure 70 Field Select Mode and Set Point Adjust Mode50B50B
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Programming
Programming an OutBack system may involve the following settings.
System
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
Inverter
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
Charge Controller
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
~
Battery Monitor
~
~
~
~
~
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settings (page 72). These include:
System Information
Save/Restore Configuration
Firmware Revision
Date and Time
LCD Display
Sound
Ethernet Addresses
Ethernet Ports
Data Stream
System Name
Installer Information
Installer Settings
parameters (page 82). These include:
Search
AC Input Current Limit
Grid AC Input Voltage Limits (FX-class only)
Gen AC Input Voltage Limits (FX-class only)
Grid AC Input Mode and Limits (Radian-class only)
Gen AC Input Mode and Limits (Radian-class only)
AC Output
Low Battery
Battery Charger
Battery Equalize
Auxiliary Output
Auxiliary Relay (Radian-class only)
Inverter Stacking
Grid-Tie Sell
Calibrate
Reset Inverter to Factory Defaults
Charger
MPPT
Temperature Compensation
Battery Equalize
Grid Tie Mode
Auxiliary Output
Restart Mode
Calibrate
Reset to Factory Defaults
Battery Setup
Shunt Enable
Relay Mode
Relay Set Points
Reset FLEXnet DC to Factory Defaults
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See page 74.
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113.
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113.
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114.
Programming
MATE3
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settings (page 115). These include:
Advanced Generator Start
1.
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2.
Voltage Start
3.
Load Start
4.
State-of-Charge Start
5.
Must Run Schedule
6.
Quiet Time Schedule
7.
Generator Exercise Schedule
8.
Set Total Generator Run Time
9.
Display AGS Timers
Data Logging
High Battery Transfer
Grid Use Time
Charge Controller Float Coordination
Global Charger Output Control
FLEXnet DC Advanced Control
Reset to Factory Defaults
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See page 127.
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See page 129.
The OutBack MATE3 accommodates a wide range of time-based and voltage-level functions and
conditions for maximum control of the power system.
The following types of settings may require adjustments depending on the specific installation:
start and stop times for different sources of energy (when to use grid-supplied power, stored battery power, or
generator-supplied power),
frequency and duration of battery recharging (based on the requirements of the battery manufacturer), and
inverter response to battery voltage (low battery cut-out, low battery cut-in).
For additional information and discussion on the OutBack MATE3, go to:
www.outbackpower.com and join our forum discussions.
Set Points
A set point is a condition, measurement, or baseline that a user establishes in order for something else to
happen (such as when to start or stop a generator).
For example:
Example #1. With a home thermostat, when predetermined temperatures and times are set for
weekdays and weekends, the thermostat signals to a heating/cooling system to turn on at one time
until a certain temperature is reached, maintain that temperature, and finally shut off at a later time,
usually during sleep hours to conserve energy. Otherwise, the user would have to manually control
the system.
Example #2. A timed light will turn on and off based on a specified time or level of ambient light, or
possibly by detecting motion.
The MATE3 allows a user to view, monitor, and establish all the settings and values that occur while the
system is running. From time to time, these settings and values may be adjusted as components are
added or upgraded, electrical loads increase, or patterns of usage change.
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Access to the Main Menu
System Settings
Programming the system is done in the
screen. This password, 141, cannot be changed.
Menu
To access the
Main Menu
, enter the password as follows:
Main Menu
screen. A password is required to access the
1. Press the LOCK button.
2. While touching the control wheel, make a clockwise circle until the display shows 141.
3. Press the center button on the control wheel to accept the password.
Main
Press the LOCK button.
1
Make a clockwise circle
2
until the display shows
141.
NOTE: If access to menus has been restricted by an
installer or OEM, the installer password can be
entered from this menu to allow full access.
Press the <UP> soft key to enter the installer
password. The default installer password is 1732.
This password can be changed. See page 81.
Press the center button.
3
Figure 71 Accessing the Main Menu; Entering the Password
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Programming
Main Menu Structure
All programming menus are accessed from the
Settings
Configuration Wizard
Device Data Logs
Event Logs
Firmware Updates
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Main Menu
screen. Menus include the following:
See page 73.
See page 130.
See page 139.
See page 142.
See page 145.
Each menu has its own set of menu options. Each menu option has its own set of menu items.
For complete menu map, see page 161.
Main Menu Screen
Device Settings Menu
Indicates more menus are
available by scrolling down.
Menu Item
(with adjustable set points)
Figure 72 Menu Structure
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Settings Menus
System Settings
The system
(e.g., date and time, communication options).
The device
controller, battery monitor, and MATE3). The system profile is made up of the combination of all these settings.
The
Settings
See Figure 71 on page 71 for instructions on accessing the
Once the settings have been changed to match the configuration, they are stored in the MATE3's static memory.
It is recommended once the configuration has been established, save the data to an SD card. That way, the
configuration can be restored without having to repeat each setting individually.
Settings
Settings
menus are accessed in the
menus are used for programming functions for the overall system
menus are used to program the various system components (e.g., inverter, charge
Main Menu
using the
Lock
key.
Main Menu
.
IMPORTANT:
If multiple inverters are used in the installation, make certain to change
settings as appropriate for each inverter on its assigned port. Changing
settings for a single inverter in a multiple-inverter system may result in conflicts
in operation.
Settings Menu See pages... Notes
System
Inverter
Charge Controller
Battery Monitor
MATE3
below to
page 80
82 to 103 See the inverter Operator’s Manual for details about functional
104 to 111 Detailed information about basic setup for a FLEXmax charge
112 to 114 Detailed information about basic setup for a FLEXnet DC is
115 to 129
features of the inverter.
controller is available in the FLEXmax 60/80 Charge Controller
Owner’s Manual.
The MATE3 can be connected to an MX60 Charge Controller, but
only monitoring features will be available. The MATE3 will not
be able to program the MX60.
available in the FLEXnet DC Owner’s Manual.
System Settings
System
Settings
System Information
Save/Restore Configuration
Firmware Version
Date and Time
LCD Display
Sound
Ethernet Addresses
Ethernet Ports
Data Stream
System Name
Installer Information
Installer Settings
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See page 74.
See page 76.
See page 74.
See page 77.
See page 78.
See page 78.
See page 79.
See page 79.
See page 79.
See page 80.
See page 80.
Programming
System Information
The
System Information
Type of system (Off Grid, Grid Tied, Backup)
Nominal voltage of the battery bank
Array wattage (PV)*
Battery Amp-hours
Generator kW rating* and type
Inverter and charger kW rating*
screen contains a basic profile of the system.
*Used to scale the Home screen meter bars.
Set Points:
–
Type
Off Grid, Grid Tied, Backup
for details on the respective Home screens.
Array Wattage
with a total wattage range of
Generator kW Rating
with a range of 0 to
Maximum Inverter kW Rating
inverter system with a wattage of 0 to 72 kW.
– Allows for a PV Array (or arrays)
to 50 kW.
0
– Allows for a generator
kW.
250
– Allows for an
. See page 33
Nominal Voltage
voltage of
Battery Ah
the batteries from
Generator Type
Generator, or
Maximum Charger kW Rating
system with a total charger rating of 0 to 60 kW.
– Allows for a battery bank with a
12, 24, 36, 48
– Allows for total amp-hour rating of
None
or 60 Vdc.
Ah to
25
– Allows for an AC or DC
.
Ah.
10,000
– Allows for a
Figure 73 System Information Menu Item
Save / Restore Configuration
The
Save / Restore Configuration
programming is complete. It is also used to restore (or copy) a configuration from an SD card to an
identical system configuration.
Figure 74 Save / Restore Configuration Menu Item
allows for saving a configuration to an SD card after manual
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Saving a Configuration to an SD Card
To save a configuration to an SD card:
System Settings
1. From the
2. From the
3. From the
Save/Restore Information
4. Select the
5. If other profiles have been saved on the SD card, a list will
be displayed. Choose one of the following options.
Press <Save> to save the new settings over the name
Press <New> to create a new name for the profile.
6. After performing one of the two options above,
press
To save the new profile over the name highlighted on the list:
1. Use the control wheel to scroll through the list.
2. When the name to be replaced is highlighted, press <Save>.
3. Wait for the message confirming that the profile has been saved
to the SD card.
Main Menu
Settings Menu
System Configuration
Save System Configuration
that is selected on the list.
OR
See the instructions below for entering a new name.
OR
<Continue>
, select
Settings
, select
System
.
to return to the
.
.
menu, select
menu item.
Main Menu
.
4. Press <Continue> to return to the
NOTE: If the SD card is empty, pressing the <Save> soft
key will automatically default to the
Configuration File
entered (up to 8 characters maximum).
To create a new name for the profile (up to 8 characters
maximum):
1. Use the control wheel to scroll through the available characters.
2. Use <> or <> to move to the desired character location.
3. Press <Delete> to erase the character that is highlighted.
4. Press <Save> to save the new profile on the SD card.
5. Press <Continue> to return to the
menu to allow a name to be
Main Menu
Main Menu
Returns to the
.
New Wizard
.
Main Menu
Figure 75 Saving the Configuration to an SD Card
Returns to the
.
Main Menu
.
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Programming
Restoring a Configuration from an SD Card
To restore a configuration from an SD card:
1. From the
2. From the
3. From the
Save/Restore Information
4. Select the
5. If other profiles have been saved on the SD card, a list
will be displayed. Choose one of the following options.
Use the control wheel to scroll to the name of the file
that is to be restored.
6. Press <Restore> to start the process.
7. Wait for the confirmation screen to appear.
8. Press
Main Menu
Settings Menu
System Configuration
Restore System Configuration
<Continue>
, select
Settings
, select
System
.
to return to the
.
.
menu, select
menu item.
Main Menu
.
Press <Continue> to
return to the
Main Menu
.
Figure 76 Restore System Configuration
Firmware Version
The
Firmware Versions
system. This is a read-only screen. No changes can be made from this screen.
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screen shows the current firmware versions for all the devices attached to the
NOTE:
Firmware versions shown in this
illustration are examples only.
Actual versions may vary.
Figure 77 Firmware Version
Date and Time
The
Date and Time
screen allows the date and time to be set for the current date and current time.
System Settings
IMPORTANT:
Some features are dependent on time and date settings. Be sure to adjust
these settings for the proper time and date for the location of the
installation.
The MATE3 clock does not automatically adjust for daylight savings time.
The MATE3
automatically adjust for leap year.
does
Hour
0
to 23
Day
1
to 31
Month
Jan
(January) to
Dec
(December)
Year
2011
Day of the week
+
Mon
(Monday) to
Sun
Minutes
00
(Sunday)
to 59
Figure 78 Date and Time Menu Item
LCD Display
Ambient lighting and personal eyesight varies with every installation. Therefore, the contrast, color,
brightness, backlighting, and auto timeout of the LCD can be adjusted to provide the best visibility for a
given location.
Set Points:
Contrast
Color
Brightness
Backlight
Auto Timeout
Range is from
– Range is from 1 to
– Range is from 1 to 11 discrete display colors.
– Range is from 1 to 10, from dimmest to brightest.
– On,
Off
or
– The amount of time that will elapse before the screen backlight turns off.
1
to
300
100
Auto
(see
seconds.
, from lowest contrast to highest contrast.
Auto Timeout
below).
Figure 79 LCD Display
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Programming
Sound
The Sound menu item allows the user to enable, or disable, sounds when a button is pushed or the control
wheel is used.
Set Points:
Button Beep
Wheel Click
–
Enabled
–
Enabled
or
Disabled
or
Disabled
Figure 80 Sound
Ethernet Addresses
IMPORTANT:
Using this feature requires advanced knowledge of network administration and
internet protocols. Due to the various types of routers available, specific instructions
for setting up this feature will vary also.
The IP address must be unique. It cannot be the same as any other device on
the network.
For additional information, see the Support section of the OutBack web site.
To connect the MATE3 to a personal computer or network, it may be necessary to manually set the
IP address, netmask, gateway, DNS-1, and DNS-2 (optional) addresses to the host router.
Use for the following application:
Connecting to a router on an Intranet.
See page 24.
Set Points:
DHCP
(Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) –
Enabled
the IP address, netmask, gateway, DNS-1 and
DNS-2 numbers from a router.
. This allows the MATE3 to be assigned
Use for the following applications:
Connecting directly to a computer.
See page 22.
Connecting to a computer through a
network switch. See page 23.
Connecting to a computer to the MATE3
through the Internet. See page 26.
Set Points:
DHCP
(Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol)
–
Disabled
following parameters.
IP Address
(Default IP address is 192.168.0.64)
Netmask
Gateway – 192.168.xxx.xx1*
DNS-1 –192.168.xxx.xx2 *
DNS-2 –192.168.xxx.xx3
(*this can vary by installation.)
. This allows the user to set the
–
192.168.xxx.xxx
–
255.255.255.000 *
*
*
Figure 81 Ethernet Addresses
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System Settings
Ethernet Ports
The MATE3 is preprogrammed to use the following ports for Ethernet communication. These ports are
adjustable if required. See pages 24 through 28.
Set Points:
– Range 1 to
HTTP
– Range 1 to
FTP
– Range 1 to
Telnet
65535
65535
65535
(Default 80)
(Default 21)
(Default 23)
Figure 82 Ethernet Ports
Data Stream
Two choices are available for downloading information. Only one can be utilized at this time.
Use the
The
Network Data Stream
Serial Data Stream
this time.
option if the data is destined for a network server.
option is intended to send data to a personal computer. This feature is not usable at
Set Points:
For connecting to a personal computer:
Serial Data Stream
~
~
Serial Baud Rate
For connecting to a network server:
Network Data Stream
~
~
Destination IP
or server.
~
Destination Port
MATE3 on the host computer or server.
–
Enabled
–
9600,19200, 34800
–
– The IP address of the host computer
– The port number assigned to the
or
Enabled
Disabled
, or
or
Disabled
57600
Figure 83 Data Stream Screen
System Name
The
System Name
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screen allows the installer to give the installation a unique name and status title.
Set Points:
Name
– Any combination of characters up to 30
characters maximum. This information is displayed by
the web site interface (if used).
Status Title
up to 15 characters maximum. This name is displayed
on the Home screen.
– (Optional) Any combination of characters
Figure 84 System Name
Programming
Installer Information
The
Installer Information
Installer Settings
The
Installer Settings
Set User Access Level
Change Installer Password,
Challenge Installer Password,
menu provides the ability to:
, preventing unauthorized access to certain levels of menus,
screen allows a location to enter basic installer information.
Set Points:
Company
28 characters maximum.
Name
19 characters maximum.
Phone
15 characters maximum.
Notes
31 characters maximum.
– Any combination of characters up to
– Any combination of characters up to
– Any combination of characters up to
– Any combination of characters up to
Figure 85 Installer Information
allowing an installer access to the full menus, or to
in case the installer password is lost.
Figure 86 Installer Settings Screen
Set User Access Level
The
Set User Access Level
programming.
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menu allows four different user access levels (UALs) to set points for
Set Points:
Full
– Access Level 1 (UAL1) – This allows full access to all
menus that are available.
Advanced
advanced user menus that are available.
Basic
user menus that are available.
Minimum
access to the user.
See page 163 through 168 for menu maps that illustrate the user
access levels and which screens are available for each level.
– Access Level 2 (UAL2) – This allows access to the
– Access Level 3 (UAL3) – This allows access to the basic
– Access Level 4 (UAL4) – This allows minimum
Figure 87 Set User Access Level
Change Installer Password
System Settings
The
Change Installer Password
screen allows changes to the installer password so that access to the full
menus can be restricted to those who know the new password (OEMs or installers).
IMPORTANT:
Changes to system settings should only be made by qualified personnel or
under the direction of OutBack Technical Support.
Set Points:
0
Set points include four numerical digits from
1732
The default installer password is
.
to 9.
Figure 88 Change Installer Password
Challenge Installer Password
If the installer password is lost or forgotten, this process is used to reset access to the device. The screen
will generate a challenge code as shown below. Once the installer has the challenge code, it is necessary
to contact OutBack Technical Support (see inside front cover) to obtain a temporary “challenge password”
that corresponds with the MATE3-generated challenge code. After entering a valid challenge password,
the MATE3 will immediately display the
Change Installer Password
the password according to their preferences.
screen. The installer should change
Set Points:
Set points include four numerical digits from
0
to 9.
Figure 89 Challenge Installer Password
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Programming
Inverter Settings
Many of the inverter settings in this section apply to both FX-class and Radian-class inverter/chargers.
However, some screens and programming items are very different between these two types of inverters.
In some cases where the screens are different, illustrations of each are provided. The title of the
illustration indicates “FX-class” or “Radian-class”. In certain cases, the screens are so different that they are
described on separate pages with the appropriate titles.
Inverter
menu options include the following:
Search
AC Input and Current Limit
Grid AC Input Voltage Limits (FX-class)
Gen AC Input Voltage Limits (FX-class)
Grid AC Input Mode and Limits (Radian-class)
Gen AC Input Mode and Limits (Radian-class)
AC Output
Low Battery
Battery Charger
Battery Equalize
Auxiliary Output
Auxiliary Relay (Radian-class)
Inverter Stacking
Grid-Tie Sell
Calibrate
Reset Inverter to Factory Defaults
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See below.
See page
See page 85.
See page 86
See page 87.
See page 85.
See page 88.
See page 89.
See page 89.
See page 90.
See page 96.
See page 99.
See page 101.
See page 102.
See page 103.
H
85.
Search Menu
This menu adjusts the inverter’s search circuit, which minimizes power draw when no loads are present.
See the inverter Operator’s Manual for more information on the Search function.
Set Points:
Sensitivity
searching for loads. Setting this item to zero will disable
Search mode.
Pulse length
single AC cycles). A longer duration means inverter detects a
load more quickly. It also consumes more power.
Pulse spacing
single AC cycles). Shorter spacing means the inverter
detects a load more quickly. It also consumes more power.
– Adjusts the Search mode sensitivity while
– Adjusts the duration of each search pulse (in
– Adjusts the time between search pulses (in
Figure 90 Search Screen
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Inverter Settings
AC Input and Current Limit
This menu controls the amount of current that the inverter can draw from the source(s). The menu has
independent settings for two different AC sources. In the most common applications, one source is the
utility grid and the other is an AC generator. The settings are labeled accordingly.
: An FX-class inverter has different interactions with multiple AC sources than a Radian-class
NOTE
inverter. For more information, see Figure 91, and see the Installation Manual for that model of inverter.
These settings should be adjusted to match the size of the input circuit breaker or input conductor. This is
intended to protect a generator or source that may not be large enough to supply enough current. If the
combined charging and loads exceed this setting, the inverter will reduce its charge rate and give priority
to the loads.
If the loads exceed the limit on their own, the charge rate will be reduced to zero. This setting may be
assisted by the Input Support
Manual for information about this function.)
If the loads still exceed this setting, the input breaker may trip. The unit will display an event with the
following warning
Input Amps > Max.
This menu has an independent current setting for the inverter’s battery charger.
If multiple parallel inverters are installed with an AC source of limited wattage, the total combined
amperage settings for all units must be less than the AC input circuit. The Configuration Wizard in the
MATE3 can perform this calculation. See the inverter Operator’s Manual for more information on
managing input current.
function, if present in the inverter. (If present, see the inverter Operator’s
AC Input and Current Limit Screen (FX-class)
AC Input and Current Limit Screen (Radian-class)
Set Points:
Input Type
incoming AC sources:
at the same time, but it can be externally switched between them.
If this is done, it can select between defined parameters for two
different sources. (See page 85 for the parameters.)
Input Priority
two different AC sources:
individually, but it is not capable of using both at the same time.
However, it can be programmed to accept one of the inputs as a
default selection if both AC sources are active at the same time.
Grid Input AC Limit
utility grid circuit.
Gen Input AC Limit
AC generator or the generator circuit.
Charger AC Limit
maximum setting is equal to the maximum delivery of the inverter’s
charger. This setting can be limited to avoid accidentally
overcharging a small battery bank.
Input Support
function, if present in the inverter. Not all FX-class inverters have
this function. See the inverter Operator’s Manual to determine if it is
present and for more information about this function.
NOTE: Input support is present in all Radian-class inverters, but is
only enabled when certain AC input modes are used.
(See page 86.)
– (FX-class only) The inverter has two choices for
Grid
or
Gen
. It is not capable of using both
– (Radian-class only) The inverter can be wired to
Grid
or
Gen
. It can accept either source
– Adjusts the inverter’s draw to the size of the
– Adjusts the inverter’s draw to the size of the
– Adjusts the draw of the inverter’s charger. The
– (FX-class only) Enables the Input Support
Figure 91 AC Input and Current Limit
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Programming
NOTE:
In FX-class grid-interactive inverters,
Input Type
charger. This overrides the selections offered in the
selects a charge cycle consisting of bulk, absorption, and float stages. Upon completion, the charger goes
Grid
into Silent mode until it reaches the “re-float” voltage, when it will re-enter the float stage.
selects a charge cycle consisting of bulk, absorption and float stages. Upon completion, the charger
Gen
remains in the float stage to maintain the batteries until the AC input is disconnected.
IMPORTANT:
The
Input Type
described in the inverter Operator’s Manual. If
grid-interactive inverter will not sell power. However, the AGS function
(see page 116) will function even if
selection also controls other AC source parameters, as
also controls the cycle used by the inverter’s battery
Charger Status
is selected.
Grid
screen. (See page 56.)
is selected, a
Gen
The above material does not apply to Radian-class inverters, or to FX-class inverters without
grid-interactive functions.
IMPORTANT:
Selecting the charge cycle does not automatically activate the charger. If the
charger is deactivated, it must still be activated using the
screen. (See page 56.)
Charger Status
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Grid AC Input Voltage Limits (FX-class only)
Inverter Settings
The inverter will not connect to an AC source unless specific conditions are met. When
to
Grid
in the
AC Input Current Limit
screen (Figure 91 on page 83), this menu adjusts the limits on
Input Type
acceptable voltage for the utility grid. (Frequency is not adjustable.) These limits will vary with the
inverter model. See the inverter Operator’s Manual for specific acceptance limits.
When the acceptance conditions are met, the inverter will accept the source after a delay of
approximately 15 seconds.
Set Points:
Lower Voltage Limit
voltage. If the source is above this voltage, the inverter will accept it.
If it drops below this voltage, the inverter will return to inverting if
the inverter is active.
Upper Voltage Limit
voltage. If the source is below this voltage, the inverter will accept it.
If it rises above this voltage, the inverter will return to inverting if the
inverter is active.
Transfer Delay
frequency may exceed limits before the inverter disconnects itself.
This may be preceded by a warning (see page 42), and may be
followed by a
– Sets the low limit on the acceptable AC
– Sets the high limit on the acceptable AC
– Sets the duration that the input AC voltage or
Last AC Disconnect
message (see page 62).
Figure 92 Grid AC Input Voltage Limits (FX-class)
is set
Gen AC Input Voltage Limits (FX-class only)
The inverter will not connect to an AC source unless specific conditions are met. When
to
Gen
in the
AC Input Current Limit
screen (Figure 91 on page 83), this menu adjusts the limits on
Input Type
acceptable voltage for a generator. (Frequency is not adjustable.) These limits will vary with the inverter
model. Check the inverter Operator’s Manual for specific acceptance limits.
When the acceptance conditions are met, the inverter will accept the generator after the designated delay
period (see below).
Set Points:
Lower Voltage Limit
voltage. If the source is above this voltage, the inverter will accept it.
If it drops below this voltage, the inverter will disconnect itself.
It will return to inverting if the inverter is active.
Upper Voltage Limit
voltage. If the source is below this voltage, the inverter will accept it.
If it rises above this voltage, the inverter will disconnect itself. It will
return to inverting if the inverter is active.
Transfer Delay
frequency may exceed limits before the inverter disconnects itself.
This may be preceded by a warning (see page 42).
Connect Delay
inverter begins accepting power from the generator. This is
intended to give the generator time to stabilize its output. It is not
the same as the warmup period used by the AGS function (see
page 116).
– Sets the low limit on the acceptable AC
– Sets the high limit on the acceptable AC
– Sets the duration that the input AC voltage or
– Sets the designated delay period before the
Figure 93 Gen AC Input Voltage Limits (FX-class)
is set
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Grid AC Input Mode and Limits (Radian-class only)
The inverter will not connect to an AC source unless specific conditions are met. This menu adjusts the
limits on the Radian input with terminals labeled “GRID”. (This label is applied for convenience. The input
may accept other sources.) See the Radian Series Inverter/Charger Operator’s Manual for more information,
as well as specific acceptance limits.
When the acceptance conditions are met, the inverter will accept the source after the designated delay
period (see below).
Set Points:
Input Mode:
Generator
Support
Grid Tied
UPS
Backup
Mini Grid
Input Mode
input mode has specific advantages for a particular application.
See the Radian Series Inverter/Charger Operator’s Manual for more
information on each mode.
Voltage Limit Lower
voltage. If the source is above this point, the inverter will accept it.
If it drops below this voltage, the inverter will disconnect itself. It
will return to inverting if the inverter is active.
(Voltage Limit) Upper
voltage. If the source is below this point, the inverter will accept it.
If it rises above this voltage, the inverter will disconnect itself. It will
return to inverting if the inverter is active.
Transfer Delay
frequency may exceed limits before the inverter disconnects itself.
This may be preceded by a warning (see page 42), and may be
followed by a
Connect Delay
inverter begins accepting power from the source. This is intended
to give a generator time to stabilize its output. It is not the same as
the warmup period used by the AGS function (see page 116).
– Sets this input to one of six AC input modes. Each
– Sets the low limit on the acceptable AC
– Sets the high limit on the acceptable AC
– Sets the duration that the input AC voltage or
Last AC Disconnect
– Sets the designated delay period before the
message (see page 62).
Figure 94 Grid AC Input Mode and Limits (Radian-class)
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Gen AC Input Mode and Limits (Radian-class only)
The inverter will not connect to an AC source unless specific conditions are met. This menu adjusts the
limits on the Radian input with terminals labeled “GEN”. (This label is applied for convenience. The input
may accept other sources.) See the Radian Series Inverter/Charger Operator’s Manual for more information,
as well as specific acceptance limits.
When the acceptance conditions are met, the inverter will accept the source after the designated delay
period (see below).
Set Points:
Input Mode:
Generator
Support
Grid Tied
UPS
Backup
Mini Grid
Input Mode
input mode has specific advantages for a particular application.
See the Radian Series Inverter/Charger Operator’s Manual for more
information on each mode.
Voltage Limit Lower
voltage. If the source is above this point, the inverter will accept it.
If it drops below this voltage, the inverter will disconnect itself.
It will return to inverting if the inverter is active.
(Voltage Limit) Upper
voltage. If the source is below this point, the inverter will accept it.
If it rises above this voltage, the inverter will disconnect itself. It will
return to inverting if the inverter is active.
Transfer Delay
frequency may exceed limits before the inverter disconnects itself.
This may be preceded by a warning (see page 42), and may be
followed by a
Connect Delay
inverter begins accepting power from the source. This is intended
to give a generator time to stabilize its output. It is not the same as
the warmup period used by the AGS function (see page 116).
– Sets this input to one of six AC input modes. Each
– Sets the low limit on the acceptable AC
– Sets the high limit on the acceptable AC
– Sets the duration that the input AC voltage or
Last AC Disconnect
– Sets the designated delay period before the
message (see page 62).
Figure 95 Gen AC Input Mode and Limits (Radian-class)
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AC Output
This menu adjusts the output voltage produced while the inverter is inverting (running on battery power).
This setting does not affect the output when using another AC input source. It does not affect the
acceptance parameters for an AC input source. The range of adjustability will vary with inverter model.
See the inverter Operator’s Manual for the specific range of adjustability.
AC Output Screen (FX-class)
AC Output Screen (Radian-class)
Set Points:
Output Voltage
while in inverting mode.
AC Coupled Mode
which has been included in Radian inverters, but which has
not yet been enabled.
– Adjusts the inverter’s output voltage
(Radian-class only) – This is a function
Figure 96 AC Output
Low Battery
While inverting, the inverter will not be able to sustain its operation if the battery voltage goes below a certain point.
The inverter will stop functioning and generate an error. This function is referred to as a Low Battery Cut-Out (LBCO).
The function is intended to protect the batteries, as excessive discharge may damage a battery. It also protects the
inverter’s output and loads. Continuing to invert on a low DC voltage may produce a distorted waveform.
When this occurs, the Events LED will illuminate to indicate an event has occurred. (See Figure 159 on page 151 for
reviewing event details.)
The range of adjustability for this set point will vary with inverter model. See the inverter Operator’s Manual for the
specific range of adjustability.
The inverter will also stop functioning and give an error due to high battery voltage. However, the high-battery
cut-out voltage is not adjustable.
Set Points:
Cut-Out Voltage
shuts off due to a low-battery condition. If the batteries drop
to this voltage for five consecutive minutes, the inverter will
stop functioning. The inverter’s ERROR LED will illuminate.
The MATE3 will display an event, with a
appearing in the
Cut-In Voltage
recovers from LBCO. If the batteries rise to this voltage for ten
consecutive minutes (usually through charging), the inverter
will begin functioning again. The
clear itself.
– Sets the voltage at which the inverter
Low Battery V
Inverter Errors
– Sets the voltage at which the inverter
menu.
Low Battery V
error will
error
Figure 97 Low Battery
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Battery Charger
IMPORTANT:
Battery charger settings need to be correct for a given battery type. Always follow battery manufacturer
recommendations. Making incorrect settings, or leaving them at factory default settings, may cause the
batteries to be undercharged or overcharged.
The inverter uses a “three-stage” battery charging cycle which utilizes multiple settings. This menu controls the
voltages and timers for the battery charger. See the inverter Operator’s Manual for an explanation of the three-stage
cycle and a description of the individual stages.
In a grid-interactive model, the Sell voltage setting is used as part of the charging cycle. The Sell voltage is not
accessible here, but is settable in the
accessible here, but are settable in the
Grid-Tie Sell
Battery Equalize
menu (see page 101). The Equalize settings are also not
menu (see page 89).
Set Points:
Absorb Voltage
Absorption stages.
(Absorb)
Float Voltage
(Float)
voltage has been reached.
Re-Float Voltage
begins again.
Time
Time –
–Adjusts the target voltage of Bulk and
–Adjusts the duration of the Absorption stage.
–Adjusts the target voltage of the Float stage.
Adjusts the duration of the Float stage, once the
–Adjusts the point at which the Float stage
Figure 98 Battery Charger
Battery Equalize
CAUTION: Battery Damage
Do not equalize any sealed battery types (VRLA, AGM, Gel, or other) unless
approved by the manufacturer. Some batteries may suffer severe damage
from equalization.
Contact the battery manufacturer for recommendations on equalization
voltage, duration, schedule, and/or advisability. Always follow
manufacturer recommendations for equalization.
The Battery Equalize menu controls the settings for the equalization process, which is used for battery
maintenance. See the inverter Operator’s Manual for an explanation of equalization and how it relates to
the regular charging process.
Set Points:
Equalize Voltage
(Equalize)
once the voltage has been reached.
Time
– Adjusts the voltage of the Equalization cycle.
– Adjusts the duration of the Equalization cycle,
Figure 99 Battery Equalize
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Auxiliary Output (AUX Modes, FX-class only)
The
Auxiliary Output
menu controls the functionality of an FX-class inverter’s Auxiliary (AUX) output.
The inverter’s AUX terminals provide a 12 Vdc output that can deliver up to 0.7 Adc to control external
loads. Typical loads include signaling a generator to start, sending a fault alarm signal, or running a small
fan to cool the inverter. See the inverter Installation Manual for more information on hooking up the AUX
terminals.
Auxiliary Output Screen (FX-class)
Aux Modes:
Remote
Load Shed
Gen Alert
Fault
Vent Fan
Cool Fan
Divert DC
Divert AC
AC Drop
Set Points:
Status
– The AUX output status is controlled by the
<Off>, <Auto>, and <On> soft keys.
~ <On > activates the
display the message
active until <Off> is selected.
~ <Auto> activates the
according to the option selected in Aux Mode. When
activated, it displays the message
displays
~ <Off> deactivates the
the inverter’s automatic AUX options from working. When
<Off> is selected, it will display
the AUX output is set to
external option not based in the inverter, such as AGS. (See
page 115.) If this soft key is pressed, the screen will display
Manual Off
Aux Mode
(These options are described briefly in the next section and in
greater detail in the inverter Operator’s Manual.)
NOTE: If an
Auto Off
– Selects one of nine options with automatic criteria.
Aux Mode
will appear below this item showing the options.
Auxiliary Output
Manual On
.
.
has settable parameters, additional fields
immediately. It will
and remain continuously
Auxiliary Output
Auxiliary Output
Manual Off
Off
, it may still be activated by an
by automatic criteria,
Auto On
; otherwise it
and prevents any of
. Note that even if
Figure 100 Auxiliary Output
Auxiliary modes include the following:
Remote
inverter, such as the MATE3’s AGS function. It is strongly recommended to select
allows the AUX output to be activated in response to manual or automatic commands external to the
Remote
when the AUX output
is controlled by AGS or similar external functions. This will prevent software conflicts. This function has no
settable parameters.
Load Shed
performs load management. The AUX output activates when DC (battery) voltage drops below a
certain level. The AUX output operates a larger relay, which turns noncritical loads on or off to conserve
battery power. (See the inverter Operator’s Manual for other criteria that will activate this function.) The AUX
output remains active for three minutes after removing the condition that activated it.
This function has a settable DC voltage parameter.
Set Point:
Enable Voltage
the Load Shed function activates the AUX output.
– Sets the low-voltage level at which
Figure 101 Load Shed
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Gen Alert
can be used as a limited functionality controller for an AC generator with a remote start feature. It can
start and stop the generator based on DC (battery) voltage levels.
This function has settable DC voltage and time parameters.
NOTE: This function does not have the same advantages as the Advanced Generator Start (AGS) function
which is controlled directly by the MATE3. (See page 115.)
Set Points
ON: Voltage
Gen Alert
Delay
reached before the AUX output is activated.
OFF: Voltage
Gen Alert
Delay
reached before the AUX output is deactivated.
Figure 102 Gen Alert
Inverter Settings
:
– Sets the low-voltage level at which the
function activates the AUX output.
– Sets the delay time after the
– Sets the high-voltage level at which the
function deactivates the AUX output.
– Sets the delay time after the
ON: Voltage
OFF: Voltage
setting is
setting is
activates the AUX output when the inverter shuts down due to an error condition (see page 43). It can
Fault
operate a light or alarm to show that the inverter has failed. This function has no settable parameters.
Vent Fan
activates the AUX output in response to high DC (battery) voltage. It can operate a small fan to
ventilate the battery compartment to eliminate gases that result from battery charging.
This function has settable DC voltage and time parameters.
Set Points
:
Enable Voltage
the function activates the AUX output. It remains active
for one minute.
OFF Period
activates the AUX output again.
– Sets the high-voltage level at which
– Sets the delay time before the function
Figure 103 Vent Fan
Cool Fan
operate a small external fan for additional cooling. This includes sealed inverter models which come with a
Turbo fan.
Divert DC
voltage. The AUX output controls a larger relay, which allows current to flow to a dedicated DC load
when energized.
activates the AUX output when the inverter reaches a high internal temperature. It is intended to
This function has no settable parameters.
activates the AUX output to divert excess energy to a DC load, in response to high DC (battery)
This function has settable DC voltage and time parameters.
Set Points
:
Enable Voltage
Divert DC
active as long as the voltage remains above this set point.
OFF Delay
for a certain amount of time, even if the voltage rises above
the
Enable Voltage
cycling of the
– Sets the high-voltage level at which the
function activates the AUX output. It remains
– Prevents the AUX output from activating again
set point again. This prevents nuisance
Divert DC
function.
Figure 104 Divert DC
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Divert AC
response to high DC (battery) voltage. The AUX output operates a larger relay, which allows current to flow from
the batteries to a dedicated AC load when energized.
NOTE
~ If the inverter load exceeds the system amperage limit, the AUX output will deactivate to prevent an overload condition.
~ During variable conditions, the AUX output is activated no more than once per minute. This prevents rapid nuisance
AC Drop
light (or alarm) to show that the utility grid has failed or that a generator has shut off. This menu has no
adjustable settings.
activates the AUX output to divert excess renewable energy to an AC load powered by the inverter, in
:
cycling of the AC load in the event of rapidly changing battery conditions.
This function has settable DC voltage and time parameters.
Set Points:
Enable Voltage
Divert AC
active as long as the voltage remains above this set point.
OFF Delay
for a certain amount of time, even if the voltage rises above
the
Enable Voltage
cycling of the
– Sets the high-voltage level at which the
function activates the AUX output. It remains
– Prevents the AUX output from activating again
set point again. This prevents nuisance
Divert AC
function.
Figure 105 Divert AC
activates the AUX output whenever the inverter disconnects from an AC source. It can operate a
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Inverter Settings
The
Auxiliary Output
controls the functionality of a Radian-class inverter’s Auxiliary (AUX) output. The
inverter’s AUX terminals provide a 12 Vdc output that can deliver up to 0.7 Adc to control external loads.
Typical loads include signaling a generator to start, sending a fault alarm signal, or running a small fan to
cool the inverter. See the inverter Installation Manual for more information on hooking up the AUX
terminals.
: The Radian inverter is equipped with two sets of AUX terminals: Auxiliary Output and Auxiliary
NOTE
Relay, each with its own menu. These menus control the output and functionality of the AUX output.
Auxiliary Output Screen (Radian-class)
Aux Modes:
Load Shed
Gen Alert
Fault
Vent Fan
Cool Fan
DC Divert
IEEE
Source Status
AC Divert
Set Points:
Status
– The AUX output status is controlled by the
<Off>, <Auto>, and <On> soft keys.
~ <On > activates the
display the message
active until <Off> is selected.
~ <Auto> activates the
according to the option selected in Aux Mode. When
activated, it displays the message
displays
~ <Off> deactivates the
the inverter’s automatic AUX options from working. When
<Off> is selected, it will display
the AUX output is set to
external option not based in the inverter, such as AGS.
(See page 115.) If this soft key is pressed, the screen will
display
Aux Mode
(These functions are described briefly in the next section and in
greater detail in the inverter Operator’s Manual.)
Auto Off
Manual Off
– Selects one of nine functions with automatic criteria.
Auxiliary Output
Manual On
Auxiliary Output
.
Auxiliary Output
Off
, it may still be activated by an
.
immediately. It will
and remain continuously
by automatic criteria,
Auto On
Manual Off
; otherwise it
and prevents any of
. Note that even if
Figure 106 Auxiliary Output
Auxiliary modes include the following:
Load Shed
can perform load management. When battery voltage rises above a settable high voltage level, the
AUX output is activated after a settable delay. The AUX output is used to operate a relay, which is connected to
non-vital loads. The AUX output will be deactivated once the battery voltage falls below a low voltage setting for
a settable delay period. See the Operator’s Manual for other conditions when this function may bedeactivated.
This function has settable DC voltage and time parameters.
Set Point:
ON: Batt
Load Shed
Delay
reached before the AUX output is activated.
OFF: Batt
Load Shed
Delay
reached before the AUX output is deactivated.
– Sets the high-voltage level at which the
function activates the AUX output.
– Sets the delay time after the
– Sets the low-voltage level at which the
function deactivates the AUX output.
– Sets the delay time after the
ON: Batt
OFF: Batt
setting is
setting is
Figure 107 Load Shed
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Gen Alert
can start and stop the generator based on DC (battery) voltage levels.
can be used as a limited-functionality controller for an AC generator with a remote-start feature. It
This function has settable DC voltage and time parameters.
NOTE: This option does not have the same advantages as the Advanced Generator Start (AGS) function
which is controlled directly by the MATE3. (See page 115.)
Set Points
:
ON: Voltage
Gen Alert
Delay
– Sets the delay time after the
reached before the AUX output is activated.
OFF: Voltage
Gen Alert
Delay
– Sets the delay time after the
reached before the AUX output is deactivated.
Figure 108 Gen Alert
– Sets the low-voltage level at which the
function activates the AUX output.
ON: Voltage
– Sets the high-voltage level at which the
function deactivates the AUX output.
OFF: Voltage
setting is
setting is
activates the AUX output when the inverter shuts down due to an error condition (see page 43). It can
Fault
operate a light or alarm to show that the inverter has failed. This function has no settable parameters. The
screen is shown on page 93.
Vent Fan
activates the AUX output in response to high DC (battery) voltage. It can operate a small fan to
ventilate the battery compartment to eliminate gases that result from battery charging.
This function has settable DC voltage and time parameters.
Set Points
:
ON: Batt
activates the AUX output. It remains active for one minute.
OFF: Delay
activates the AUX output again.
– Sets the high-voltage level at which the function
– Sets the delay time before the function
Figure 109 Vent Fan
Cool Fan
operate a small external fan for additional cooling. This includes sealed inverter models which come with a
Turbo fan.
cooler temperature.
DC Divert
voltage. The AUX output operates a larger relay, which allows current to flow to a dedicated DC load when
energized. The output deactivates following a delay when a low DC voltage setting is reached.
activates the AUX output when the inverter reaches a high internal temperature. It is intended to
This function has no settable parameters. The AUX output deactivates after reaching a
activates the AUX output to divert excess energy to a DC load, in response to high DC (battery)
This option has settable DC voltage and time parameters.
Set Points:
ON: Batt
DC Divert
Delay
reached before the AUX output is activated.
OFF: Batt
DC Divert
Delay
reached before the AUX output is deactivated.
– Sets the high-voltage level at which the
function activates the AUX output.
– Sets the delay time after the
– Sets the low-voltage level at which the
function deactivates the AUX output.
– Sets the delay time after the
ON: Batt
OFF: Batt
setting is
setting is
Figure 110 Divert DC
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activates the AUX output as an alert that the utility grid does not meet IEEE parameters for the
IEEE
grid-interactive function (see page 101). It can operate a light or alarm to show that the grid-interactive function
has shut down and that there may be problems with the grid. The AUX output will cycle on and off if IEEE
parameters are met and the IEEE timer is counting down. This function has no settable parameters. The output
deactivates if the timer has expired and normal parameters are met.
Source Status
activates the AUX output whenever the inverter accepts an AC source. It can operate a light or
alarm to show that the utility grid is present or that a generator has started. Alternately, it could be used to show
that the source has disconnected. This function has no settable parameters. The output deactivates if no AC
source is present.
Divert AC
activates the AUX output to divert excess renewable energy to an AC load powered by the inverter, in
response to high DC (battery) voltage. The AUX output controls a larger relay, which allows current to flow from
the batteries to a dedicated AC load when energized. The output deactivates following a delay when a low DC
voltage setting is reached. See the Radian Operator’s Manual for other conditions when this function may
be deactivated.
:
NOTE
During variable conditions, the AUX output is activated no more than once per minute. This prevents rapid nuisance
cycling of the AC load in the event of rapidly changing battery conditions.
This function has settable DC voltage and time parameters.
Set Points:
ON: Batt
function activates the AUX output.
Delay
reached before the AUX output is activated.
OFF: Batt
function deactivates the AUX output.
Delay
reached before the AUX output is deactivated.
– Sets the high-voltage level at which the
– Sets the delay time after the
– Sets the low-voltage level at which the
– Sets the delay time after the
ON: Batt
OFF: Batt
AC Divert
setting is
AC Divert
setting is
Figure 111 Divert AC
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Auxiliary Relay (AUX Modes, Radian-class only)
The
Auxiliary Relay
controls the functionality of a Radian-class inverter’s Auxiliary (AUX) relay contacts.
The inverter’s AUX relay provides a set of “dry” contacts which can be used as a switch to control external
loads. Typical loads include signaling a generator to start, sending a fault alarm signal, or running a small
fan to cool the inverter. See the inverter Installation Manual for more information on hooking up the AUX
terminals.
: The Radian inverter is equipped with two sets of AUX terminals: Auxiliary Output and Auxiliary
NOTE
Relay, each with its own menu. These menus control the output and functionality of the AUX relay.
Auxiliary Relay Screen (Radian-class)
Aux Modes:
Load Shed
Gen Alert
Fault
Vent Fan
Cool Fan
DC Divert
IEEE
Source Status
AC Divert
Set Points:
Status
– The AUX relay status is controlled by the
<Off>, <Auto>, and <On> soft keys.
.
.
Auxiliary Relay
Manual On
Auxiliary Relay
Auxiliary Relay
Off
, it may still be activated by an
~ <On > activates the
display the message
active until <Off> is selected.
~ <Auto> activates the
according to the option selected in Aux Mode. When
activated, it displays the message
displays
~ <Off> deactivates the
the inverter’s automatic AUX options from working. When
<Off> is selected, it will display
the AUX relay is set to
external option not based in the inverter, such as AGS. (See
page 115.) If this soft key is pressed, the screen will display
Manual Off
Aux Mode
(These functions are described briefly in the next section and in
greater detail in the inverter Operator’s Manual.)
Auto Off
– Selects one of nine functions with automatic criteria.
immediately. It will
and remain continuously
by automatic criteria,
Auto On
Manual Off
; otherwise it
and prevents any of
. Note that even if
Figure 112 Auxiliary Output
Auxiliary modes include the following:
Load Shed
can perform load management. When battery voltage rises above a settable high voltage level, the
AUX output is activated after a settable delay. The AUX output is used to operate a relay, which is connected to
non-vital loads. The AUX output will be deactivated once the battery voltage falls below a low voltage setting for
a settable delay period. See the Operator’s Manual for other conditions when this function may be deactivated.
This function has settable DC voltage and time parameters.
Set Point:
ON: Batt
Load Shed
Delay
reached before the AUX output is activated.
OFF: Batt
Load Shed
Delay
reached before the AUX output is deactivated.
– Sets the high-voltage level at which the
function activates the AUX output.
– Sets the delay time after the
– Sets the low-voltage level at which the
function deactivates the AUX output.
– Sets the delay time after the
ON: Batt
OFF: Batt
setting is
setting is
Figure 113 Load Shed
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can be used as a limited functionality controller for an AC generator with a remote start feature. It can
start and stop the generator based on DC (battery) voltage levels.
This function has settable DC voltage and time parameters.
NOTE: This option does not have the same advantages as the Advanced Generator Start (AGS) function
which is controlled directly by the MATE3. (See page 115.)
Set Points
ON: Voltage
Gen Alert
Delay
reached before the AUX output is activated.
OFF: Voltage
Gen Alert
Delay
reached before the AUX output is deactivated.
Figure 114 Gen Alert
Inverter Settings
:
– Sets the low-voltage level at which the
function activates the AUX output.
– Sets the delay time after the
– Sets the high-voltage level at which the
function deactivates the AUX output.
– Sets the delay time after the
ON: Voltage
OFF: Voltage
setting is
setting is
activates the AUX output when the inverter shuts down due to an error condition (see page 43). It can
Fault
operate a light or alarm to show that the inverter has failed. This function has no settable parameters. The
screen is shown in Figure 112 on page 96.
Vent Fan
activates the AUX output in response to high DC (battery) voltage. It can operate a small fan to
ventilate the battery compartment to eliminate gases that result from battery charging.
This function has settable DC voltage and time parameters.
Set Points
:
ON: Batt
activates the AUX output. It remains active for one minute.
OFF: Delay
activates the AUX output again.
– Sets the high-voltage level at which the function
– Sets the delay time before the function
Figure 115 Vent Fan
Cool Fan
operate a small external fan for additional cooling. This includes sealed inverter models which come with a
Turbo fan.
cooler temperature.
DC Divert
voltage. The AUX output operates a larger relay, which allows current to flow to a dedicated DC load when
energized. The output deactivates following a delay when a low DC voltage setting is reached.
activates the AUX output when the inverter reaches a high internal temperature. It is intended to
This function has no settable parameters. The AUX output deactivates after reaching a
activates the AUX output to divert excess energy to a DC load, in response to high DC (battery)
This option has settable DC voltage and time parameters.
Set Points:
ON: Batt
DC Divert
Delay
reached before the AUX output is activated.
OFF: Batt
DC Divert
Delay
reached before the AUX output is deactivated.
– Sets the high-voltage level at which the
function activates the AUX output.
– Sets the delay time after the
– Sets the low-voltage level at which the
function deactivates the AUX output.
– Sets the delay time after the
ON: Batt
OFF: Batt
setting is
setting is
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activates the AUX output as an alert that the utility grid does not meet IEEE parameters for the
IEEE
grid-interactive function (see page 101). It can operate a light or alarm to show that the grid-interactive function
has shut down and that there may be problems with the grid. The AUX output will cycle on and off if IEEE
parameters are met and the IEEE timer is counting down. This function has no settable parameters. The output
deactivates if the timer has expired and normal parameters are met.
Source Status
activates the AUX output whenever the inverter accepts an AC source. It can operate a light or
alarm to show that the utility grid is present or that a generator has started. Alternately, it could be used to show
that the source has disconnected. This function has no settable parameters. The output deactivates if no AC
source is present.
Divert AC
activates the AUX output to divert excess renewable energy to an AC load powered by the inverter, in
response to high DC (battery) voltage. The AUX output operates a larger relay, which allows current to flow from
the batteries to a dedicated AC load when energized. The output deactivates following a delay when a low DC
voltage setting is reached. See the Radian Operator’s Manual for other conditions when this function may
be deactivated.
:
NOTE
During variable conditions, the AUX output is activated no more than once per minute. This prevents rapid nuisance
cycling of the AC load in the event of rapidly changing battery conditions.
This function has settable DC voltage and time parameters.
Set Points:
ON: Batt
function activates the AUX output.
Delay
reached before the AUX output is
OFF: Batt
function deactivates the AUX output.
Delay
reached before the AUX output is deactivated.
– Sets the high-voltage level at which the
– Sets the delay time after the
ON: Batt
activated.
– Sets the low-voltage level at which the
– Sets the delay time after the
OFF: Batt
AC Divert
setting is
AC Divert
setting is
Figure 117 Divert AC
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