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  • Page 1 ME-RTR Router Control Owner’s Manual (for Version 3.1 or higher: includes AGS & BMK info)
  • Page 2 Magnum Energy. Failure of the ME-RTR can reasonably be expected to cause the failure of that life-support device or system, or to affect the safety or effectiveness of that device or system. If the ME-RTR fails, it is reasonable to assume that the health of the user or other persons may be endangered.
  • Page 3 AC. Turning off the inverter may not reduce this risk on some Magnum inverters. As long as AC power is connected, it will pass thru the inverter regardless of the power switch on the inverter or the ON/ OFF INVERTER button on the router.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    3.3.3.1 Additional METER Menus for Port-connected Inverters .........22 3.3.4 SETUP Button and Menus ................23 3.3.4.1 Accessory Setup ....................41 3.3.5 TECH Button and Menus .................42 ME-RTR Menu Maps ................47 Operation ..................... 53 Front Panel ....................53 5.1.1 LED Indicators....................53 5.1.2 LCD Display ....................53 5.1.3...
  • Page 5 Appendix C – Using the Router with Non-stacked Inverters ......121 Using the Router to Control Multiple Unconnected Inverters ....... 121 Appendix D – Using the ME-RTR in an AC Coupled Application ....122 What is an AC Coupled System ..............122 Con gure the Router to use in an AC Coupled System ........
  • Page 6 Figure 4-4, SETUP Button (Charger Setup – ALL Ports) Menu Map ........50 Figure 4-5, TECH Button (ALL Ports) Menu Map ...............51 Figure 4-6, Legend Key for Menu Maps ................52 Figure 5-1, ME-RTR Front Panel Controls and Indicators ............53 Figure 5-2, Aux Relay LED ....................54 Figure 5-3.1, SYSTEM Screen Status Messages ..............56 Figure 5-3.2, Individual PORT Screen Status Messages .............56...
  • Page 7 Figure 5-51, Internal Relay Fault ...................71 Figure 6-1, Performing an Inverter Reset ................75 Figure 7-1, ME-RTR’s AGS Con guration Access Buttons ...........76 Figure 7-2, AGS PORT, CONTROL, METER, and TECH Menu Maps ........96 Figure 7-3, AGS SETUP Menu Maps (Section 1) ..............97 Figure 7-4, AGS SETUP Menu Maps (Section 2) ..............98...
  • Page 8 Table 7-4, AGS Router Start Statuses ................100 Table 7-5, AGS Router Fault Statuses ................100 Table 7-6, AGS Default Settings on ME-RTR ..............101 Table 8-1, BMK Router Operational Statuses ..............111 Table 8-2, BMK Router Fault Statuses ................111 Table A-1, Abbreviations on Router Display ..............

  • Page 9: 1.0 Introduction

    AGS modules, six BMKs, and one remote control. Info: This manual is for the ME-RTR with version 3.1 or higher; see the TECH: 02 Port Vers section on page 43 for information on how to determine your version level.

  • Page 10: Figure 1-2, Router Features (Front Cover Removed)

    SETUP button. • Auxiliary (Aux) Relay – The ME-RTR provides an Auxiliary Relay (Item G below)that can be programmed to work either as a voltage-controlled relay (stays opened or closed based on VDC, and activates either as an active high or active low type relay with an adjustable time delay), a SOC-controlled relay (stays opened or closed based on the battery’s state of charge*), or...

  • Page 11: 2.0 Installation

    Pre-Installation Before proceeding, read the entire Installation section to determine how you are going to install your ME-RTR router. Save time and avoid common, costly mistakes by thoroughly planning the installation before you start. 2.1.1 Inverter Requirements The router is used to control multiple Magnum inverters that are normally connected in parallel.

  • Page 12: Installation Overview

    ME-BMK P1 P2 P3 P4 P5 P6 ME-ARC REMOTE cables (x4) from router to each inverter’s Cables from router to ME-BMK and REMOTE Port (blue) ME-ARC, or to ME-AGS-N Figure 2-1, System Overview Page 4 © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 13: Router Dimensions

    (4.5 cm) (5.7 cm) (3.3 cm) 3/8" 3/8" " " 5/16" 5/8" (0.9 cm) (3.5 cm) (0.9 cm) (2.9 cm) (0.8 cm) (1.6 cm) Figure 2-3, Router Mounting Holes and Cutout Sections (back) © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 5...

  • Page 14: Communications Cables - Provided

    2.4.1 Network Cable A network cable is not supplied with the router, but is included with the purchase of Magnum’s networked accessories (i.e., ME-AGS-N, ME-BMK). If stacking inverters on Magnum’s MP Series enclosures, the regular network cable must be replaced with a high voltage network cable, which is included with the purchase of the MP Series enclosure.

  • Page 15: Communications Cable Routing

    (Figure 2-6); or, if there is insuf cient room behind the wall or no desire to cut into the wall, the cables can be surface-mounted (Figure 2-7). Info: If the router is being installed on a Magnum panel enclosure (MP), a router mounting bracket is provided with the Magnum panels. This bracket can be attached to either the left or right-hand side.

  • Page 16: Mounting The Router On A Wall

    “Slaves”. You can stack up to four MS-PAE or MS-PE Series inverter/chargers using one router. It is recommended that you set up the Master inverter as the rst unit on the left, and Slave 1 as the second unit, etc. Page 8 © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 17: Connecting The Remote/Network Cables

    Info: Multiple accessories of the same type may be connected to the system, but there are limitations to the number of accessories. You may connect a maximum of one ME- RC or ME-ARC remote, two ME-AGS-N modules, and up to six ME-BMK/ME-BMK-NS accessories. © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 9...

  • Page 18: Connecting The Parallel Stack Cables

    (see Figure 2-12). Push front cover down ush, and Place front install screws in cover over bottom tabs. tabs at top. Figure 2-12, Installing the Router’s Front Cover Page 10 © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 19: Wiring The Auxiliary (Aux) Relay

    CU/AL single wire from #28 to #12 AWG (0.3 to 2.3 mm²). Info: For information on setting the Aux Relay, refer to the CTRL: 04 RTR Aux Relay menu. 2-wire dry contact terminal Figure 2-13, Wiring the Auxiliary Relay © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 11...

  • Page 20: 3.0 Setup

    Setup 3.0 Setup When a router is connected to a Magnum inverter/charger, the settings in the router determine the inverter/charger’s operating parameters. This section shows you how to navigate the router and gives you an understanding of the function of each adjustable setting. See Figures 4-1 through 4-5 for complete maps of the router’s menu items and adjustable settings.

  • Page 21: Router Buttons And Menu Items

    Press PORT button to Press selection: access next active port. Auto Gen Start MS4024PAE Master Empty Port Inverting Gen Off 0.0Hrs 29.3VDC 0ADC 28.8VDC TS Open AGS Home INV Home Home Figure 3-3, PORT Button © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 13...

  • Page 22: Ctrl (Control) Button And Menus

    (voltage is below the high AC input requirements, above the SETUP button’s 03B Low VAC Dropout setting, and between 50 Hz to 70 Hz for domestic models; 40-60 Hz for export models). Page 14 © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc.
  • Page 23 CC/CV is selected). Info: If battery type CC/CV is chosen, the Start Float selection transfers the charger to Silent mode—unless “Hold CV Chg Volts” is selected, then the charger enters the Constant Current charge mode. © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 15...
  • Page 24 AUTO: This selection uses SETUP button’s 04 AGS Setup menus to automatically start and stop the generator. See Section 7.0 for the conditions and settings that can be used to start and stop the generator. Page 16 © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc.
  • Page 25 (Refer to the SETUP: 01G Aux Relay SOC menu on page 25 for more information on these settings.) Info: The Auto SOC feature requires the optional ME-BMK (battery monitor) to be installed. © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 17...

  • Page 26: Meter Button And Menus

    When in Standby mode, this meter displays the frequency of the incoming AC source (i.e., grid or generator) that is passing through the inverter to the inverter’s output terminals. The frequency value is shown in Hertz (Hz). Page 18 © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc.
  • Page 27 AC value. A negative (–) amps reading indicates the inverter is powering the inverter loads and the batteries are discharging (inverter amps). A positive (+) amps reading indicates the inverter is using the AC input source to charge the batteries (charger amps). © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 19...
  • Page 28 METER: 04 AGS Meters Refer to Section 7.0 for information on all AGS menus available from the ME-RTR’s METER button. METER: 05 BMK Meters Refer to Section 8.0 for information on all BMK menus available from the ME-RTR’s METER button.

  • Page 29: Figure 3-6, Current Flow - Inverter Mode

    Inverter AC Load 20 AAC (In/Out of Battery) TO LOADS Amp meters AC Input 10 AAC -10 Amps AC Read AC METER Read AC METER Figure 3-8, Current Flow – Load Support Mode © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 21...

  • Page 30: Additional Meter Menus For Port-Connected Inverters

    (02I Input Volts AC2). Refer to menu maps in Figure 4-2. METER: 03 Timers • 03A Charge Time: See information for 03A Charge Time menu in previous section. 03B Days Since: See information for 03B Days Since menu in previous section. Page 22 © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 31: Setup Button And Menus

    01B Screen Setup: This setting adjusts the contrast and brightness of the LCD screen to accommodate the current lighting conditions and viewing angle. Default settings: Contrast = 100%, Brightness = 50% Range: 0-100% © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 23...
  • Page 32 Default settings: Open = 10.0 VDC (12v), 20.0 VDC (24v), 40.0 VDC (48v); Close = 14.0 VDC (12v), 28.0 VDC (24v), 56.0 VDC (48v) Range: Open & Close Volts = 8.0-17.0 VDC (12v), 16.0-34.0 VDC (24v), 32.0-68.0 VDC (48v) Page 24 © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc.
  • Page 33 Default setting: Sensitivity = 5 Watts Range: OFF, 5-50 Watts Info: When the Search Watts feature is active, “Searching” appears on the top line of the LCD display and the green INV LED will ash. © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 25...
  • Page 34 AC power to be connected and used until the disconnect setting is reached. 3. When using a dual source inverter/charger such as the MSH4024RE, the AC In features only work with the GRID IN (AC1) input. Page 26 © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc.
  • Page 35 (and to charge the battery). When the energy source can again deliver enough power to raise the battery voltage to the Disconnect volts setting, the inverter disconnects from the utility and again powers the inverter loads from the battery. © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 27...
  • Page 36 Disconnect SOC setting, or the inverter may not disconnect from the incoming AC because the battery may not be charged to a high enough SOC level to meet the Disconnect SOC setting. Page 28 © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc.
  • Page 37 Now, if the 1000W load is turned off (reducing the total system load to 2000W again), Slave 1 turns off and only the Master inverter will be running the 2000W load. © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 29...
  • Page 38 AC Input Amps setting to half (x½) the input breaker size—as half the current will pass through HOT IN 1 and the other half through HOT IN 2 simultaneously. Page 30 © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc.
  • Page 39 AC. Default setting: AC1=80 VAC, AC2=70 VAC Range: 60-100 VAC, UPS Mode* * – Do not use UPS Mode as the AC2 setting if using a generator as your AC source. © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 31...

  • Page 40: Table 3-1, Battery Type To Charge Voltages (Fixed Voltage)

    54.0 VDC 58.0 VDC Note¹: Voltage same as absorption voltage—to prevent equalization. Note²: Charge voltages for Concord (Lifeline Series) AGM batteries. Note³: Charge voltages for East Penn, Deka, Discover and Trojan AGM batteries. Page 32 © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc.
  • Page 41 CV Chg Done Amps – The CV Charge Done Amps setting is used when the DC amperage supplied to the batteries (i.e., done amps) determines when the batteries are fully charged and the Constant Voltage stage needs to end. © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 33...

  • Page 42: Figure 3-12, Cv Charge Done Time/Amps Charge Stages

    DC loads. This scenario could result in overcharging the batteries since the done amps reading will be skewed by the DC loads. Page 34 © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 43: Figure 3-13, Hold Cv Charge Volts Cc/Cv Charge Stages

    Float Volts – Sets the level at which the charging voltage is held constant during a Float cycle. Default: 13.2 Volts (12v), 26.4 Volts (24v), 52.8 Volts (48v) Range: 12.0-16.0 Volts (12v), 24.0-32.0 Volts (24v), 48.0-64.0 Volts (48v) © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 35...

  • Page 44: Table 3-2, Battery Amp/Hrs Capacity To Suggested Absorb Time

    4.0, even though you can adjust the setting from 0.1-25.5 hours, the available range may not be recognized by the inverter, and causes the charger to revert to the default setting of 2.0 hours. See Appendix B for more info. Page 36 © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc.
  • Page 45 Info: If the Absorb Done SOC setting is active, the charger will go into Bulk Charge mode each time AC is connected. © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 37...
  • Page 46 72 amps. Divide 72 by 120 = 0.6 (60%), choose the Max Charge Rate = 60%. Info: If the Maximum Charge: Rate setting is 0%, the topology of the Magnum inverter (when connected to AC source) overrides the 0% setting and starts charging if battery voltage is: <12 VDC (12-volt models), <22 VDC (24-volt), or <44 VDC (48-volt).
  • Page 47 This mode will maintain the batteries at the oat voltage. If using ooded batteries and the charger is in oat for an extended period, the water level should be checked every two to three weeks for proper levels. © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 39...

  • Page 48: Figure 3-14, Final Charge Stage - Multi-Stage

    Bulk Charging Absorb Charging Silent Charging Max Charge Absorb Amps Volts Absorb Done (= Time, Amps or SOC) Rebulk Volts (restarts Bulk Charging) Current Voltage TIME Figure 3-16, Final Charge Stage – Silent Page 40 © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 49: Accessory Setup

    DC amps of the battery bank. Refer to Section 8.0 “Using a BMK” for detailed information on the available BMK menus using the router. Info: For additional information on the ME-BMK/ME-BMK-NS, refer to your BMK owner’s manual (PN: 64-0013) © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 41...

  • Page 50: Tech Button And Menus

    Info: The remaining TECH menus can also be accessed as port-speci c. However, these menus are identical in function as when accessed as ALL ports TECH menus. 01 INV Temperatures ---F Tfmer ---F FETs ---F Read TECH Figure 3-18, Port-Specifi c TECH Menus Page 42 © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 51: Figure 3-19, Inverter Fault History ( Rst And Second Screens)

    FETs temperatures at the time of the fault. The bottom line displays the port that the fault occurred at, how many days ago the fault occurred, the time of the fault, and the menu in which it occurred. © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 43...

  • Page 52: Figure 3-20, Ags Fault History

    3. After pressing the SELECT knob for the last digit, access to the menu is permitted. Info: After the correct PIN has been entered, you do not need to re-enter it again to access another protected menu unless 5 minutes has passed without any button push. Page 44 © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc.
  • Page 53 Yes – Indicates a third party network device is currently controlling one of the allowable router functions. The function(s) that are being controlled by a third party will be displayed as a number. This number can be used by Magnum Tech Support to determine what code is controlling the router.

  • Page 54: Table 3-3, Inverter/Charger Default Settings On Me-Rtr

    Info: If the PIN has been set and locked, it must be entered before the Load System Defaults menu can be used. Table 3-3, Inverter/Charger Default Settings on ME-RTR Menu Items Default Settings...

  • Page 55: 4.0 Me-Rtr Menu Maps

    Menu Maps 4.0 ME-RTR Menu Maps Figures 4-1 thru 4-5 are an overview of the settings and information displays available from the router’s menu buttons (see Sections 7.2.5 and 8.2.3 for overviews of router menus for an attached AGS and BMK, respectively). Figure 4-2 includes a port-speci c METER menu for a connected inverter.

  • Page 56: Figure 4-2, Meter Button (All Ports & Port-Speci C) Menu Map

    Menu Maps Figure 4-2, METER Button (ALL Ports & Port-specifi c) Menu Map Page 48 © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 57: Figure 4-3, Setup Button (System And Inverter Setup - All Ports) Menu Map

    Menu Maps Figure 4-3, SETUP Button (System and Inverter Setup – ALL Ports) Menu Map © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 49...

  • Page 58: Figure 4-4, Setup Button (Charger Setup - All Ports) Menu Map

    Menu Maps Figure 4-4, SETUP Button (Charger Setup – ALL Ports) Menu Map Page 50 © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 59: Figure 4-5, Tech Button (All Ports) Menu Map

    Menu Maps Figure 4-5, TECH Button (ALL Ports) Menu Map © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 51...

  • Page 60: Figure 4-6, Legend Key For Menu Maps

    View – menu that with a press of SELECT knob accesses editable settings/values. Port – Displays what port you are on/viewing. May be a main port (P#), an accessory port (P#A), or the information displayed is from all ports (ALL). Page 52 © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 61: 5.0 Operation

    Operation 5.0 Operation This section explains how to operate the inverter/charger using the ME-RTR router. It also provides information on the LED indicators and the LCD display that are used to show the operational status of the inverter/charger. Front Panel The router’s front panel contains LED indicators and a LCD display for viewing system status,...

  • Page 62: On/Off Buttons

    How do I adjust the Aux Relay? The SETUP: 01F RTR Aux Relay menu is used to determine the conditions (DC volts, inverter fault, or battery SOC) at which the relay automatically opens and closes. Figure 5-2, Aux Relay LED Page 54 © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 63: Operating The Inverter/Charger

    SELECT knob until the FAULT LED turns solid. The fault now displays on the second line. The rst line identi es if it is an inverter/charger fault or an accessory fault (see Figure 5-3.2). © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 55...

  • Page 64: Inverter Mode Status Messages

    INV (green) LEDs are on solid. The FAULT (red) and CHG FAULT LEDs are off. Settings/Info... Figure 5-5, Inverting Mode • Inverting (Invert) – The inverter is providing AC voltage on its output by inverting power from the batteries. Page 56 © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 65: Charger Mode Status Messages

    Unknown Mode ## (Mode ##) – This status message displays when the inverter/charger has sent a fault code that cannot be determined by the router. Remedy: Call the Technical Support department at Magnum Energy (425-353-8833) for assistance in determining and understanding the actual fault status.

  • Page 66: Figure 5-10, Absorb Charging Mode

    ( 12.9 VDC / 12-volt models, 25.6 / 24-volt models, or 51.2 / 48-volt models), the charger will skip the Bulk and Absorb charging stages and go directly to the nal charge stage (Float or Silent). Page 58 © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 67: Figure 5-14, Constant Current Mode

    “Charger Standby” and shows the previous charge mode (i.e., Float Charge, Full Charge, or Silent Charge mode). WARNING: Equalizing produces hydrogen and oxygen gas. To avoid explosions, ensure the battery compartment has adequate ventilation in order to dissipate this gas. © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 59...

  • Page 68: Figure 5-17, Float Charging Mode

    AC power is continuously connected to the AC input. “Full Charge” only displays if Multi-Stage is selected from the 03F Final Charge Stage menu. Page 60 © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 69: Figure 5-19, Load Support Aac Mode

    (under the 03C Battery Type: CC/CV menu), the charger will restart another charge cycle and then transition back into Silent mode at the end of the Absorb (or Constant Voltage) charge cycle. © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 61...

  • Page 70: Secondary Scrolling Status Messages

    (Bulk, EQ, or Constant Current), or turning the Max Charge Time feature off. Info: The timer for the Max Charge: Time menu runs when the battery voltage is greater than 0.2 volts above the oat voltage setting. Page 62 © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 71: Figure 5-25, Reminder To Eq Mode

    VDC Connect – AC power is present at the inverter’s AC input, but not allowed to connect. The battery voltage needs to fall below the Connect volts setting from the SETUP: 02D AC In – Volts DC menu in order for the inverter/charger to connect to the incoming AC. © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 63...

  • Page 72: Fault Mode Messages

    Once the AC loads are reduced or the output wiring is corrected, the inverter can be restarted after a manual restart. Page 64 © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 73: Figure 5-31, Breaker Tripped Fault

    AC output wires and reset the inverter (see Section 6.2). After the reset, turn the inverter on. If the fault does not clear after the reset, the inverter may require service. © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 65...

  • Page 74: Figure 5-34, High Battery Fault

    (see Sections 6.2 & 6.3). Remedy: After performing the reset, turn the inverter on. If the fault does not clear after the reset, the inverter may require service. Page 66 © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 75: Figure 5-37, High Volts Ac Fault

    The communications IC in the router may be bad, try another router display. e) Reconnect the router from the inverter’s Remote (blue) port to the Network (green) port. If this does not x it, then the inverter may need servicing. © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 67...

  • Page 76: Figure 5-40, Overcurrent Fault

    (e.g., pumps, motors, etc.,) on the inverter output, turn those particular loads off prior to removing the AC input source. This fault requires an inverter or power-down to resume operation (see Sections 6.2 & 6.3). Page 68 © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 77: Figure 5-43, Tfmr Overtemp Fault

    Unknown Fault ## (Fault ##) – This fault message displays when the inverter/charger has sent a fault code that cannot be determined by the router. Remedy: Call the Technical Support department at Magnum Energy (425-353-8833) for assistance in determining and understanding the actual fault status.

  • Page 78: Stacking Fault Messages

    Check to make sure you hear an audible “click” when plugging in the RJ45 cables. Info: This fault has been known to occur when a Magnum Energy accessory is plugged into the Stack Port, but the installation is not using multiple inverters in a stacked con guration.

  • Page 79: Internal Fault Messages

    Remedy: Perform an inverter reset (see Section 6.2). After resetting the inverter, press the ON/OFF INVERTER button to turn the inverter on and verify the fault has cleared. If the internal fault remains, the inverter will require repair at a Magnum Energy Authorized Service Center.

  • Page 80: Led Indicator Guide

    Standby mode. The inverter will automatically power the AC loads if the incoming AC power is lost. Inverter is in Search mode (the AC load is below the SETUP button’s BLINKING 02A Search Watts setting). Page 72 © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 81: 6.0 Troubleshooting

    Inverter is dead Ensure inverter batteries are connected (i.e., not powered and inverter is operating correctly without or connected to any AC input power connected (can invert batteries). and power AC loads from batteries). © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 73...

  • Page 82: Troubleshooting Tips

    BTS is installed, the charge voltage settings will increase if the temperature around the BTS is below 77° F (25° C) and decrease if the temperature around the BTS is higher than 77° F (25° C). Page 74 © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 83: Performing An Inverter Reset

    Section 6.3 below. In either case, if an internal fault does not clear, the inverter will require repair at a Magnum Energy Authorized Service Center. Info: The Power ON/OFF button is a small momentary type switch which operates by lightly pressing and releasing.

  • Page 84: 7.0 Using An Ags Module

    IMPORTANT: The AGS must be a network version (ME-AGS-N) and must be connected and communicating with the ME-RTR in order to set up and/or control the AGS. If the AGS is not communicating, “No AGS Present” appears when accessing the SETUP/04 AGS Setup or the CTRL/03 Gen Control menus, unless the TECH: 07 Show all Menus menu has been set to “Yes”.

  • Page 85: Table 7-1, Software Differences Between Ags Versions

    Fault LED = off; Fault status = view using METER: 04A AGS Status menu AGS Faults Vers 5.0 Fault LED = blinking; Fault status = alternates with inverter/charger status * Only MS-PAE or MS-PE inverters ** Requires the ME-BMK (Battery Monitor) © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 77...

  • Page 86: Me-Ags-N Setup (With The Me-Rtr)

    Using an AGS Module: Setup ME-AGS-N Setup (with the ME-RTR) To access the AGS SETUP menus, press and hold the METER button (~3 seconds) to display the System Home screen. From the System Home screen, press the PORT button, or rotate the SELECT knob to the port# where the AGS is connected (AGS Home screen), and then press the SETUP button.
  • Page 87 If you are not sure what loads might be running or where to set the start time delay, error on the side of setting a shorter time such as the default of 2 minutes (to protect batteries from over-discharge). © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 79...
  • Page 88 Default setting: Stop Delay = 120secs Range: 0-127 Seconds, then 1-127 Minutes Note¹: When the inverter’s BTS is connected, the actual absorb charge voltage will increase or decrease to ensure correct charging as the battery temperature changes. Page 80 © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc.
  • Page 89 Info: Ensure the router’s clock is correct. Refer to Section 3.3.4 for guidance on setting the time on the router clock. Info: The ME-RTR clock is powered from the inverter thru the remote cable. If the ME- RTR or inverter loses power, the clock will lose the correct time and must be reset.
  • Page 90 Bulk/Absorption charge mode (i.e., go to Float/Silent), the battery SOC may never reach 100%. Note¹ – For a 4000 watt inverter, this would mean setting Start AC Amps at 25A. Page 82 © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc.
  • Page 91 Info: The Run Time in this menu uses the METER button’s 04C Gen Run Time display to determine the generator’s run time. *Setting shown in Celsius if SETUP/01 System Setup/01D Temp Display has ‘Celsius’ selected. © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 83...
  • Page 92 Run Time setting. This means you could set the time to the lowest time setting (0.5 Hrs), knowing the generator will attempt to run until the temperature setting is met. Page 84 © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc.
  • Page 93 The generator will not try to autostart until the Quiet Time stop setting has been reached and an autostart condition is once again satis ed. Info: The ME-RTR contains a real time clock that must be set for proper operation of the SETUP: 04G Gen Quiet Time menu feature.
  • Page 94 120 minutes before Quiet Time turns the generator off. Note¹: This voltage is scaled depending on your battery system; 0.3 for 12-volt systems, for 24-volt systems, and 1.2 for 48-volt systems. Page 86 © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc.
  • Page 95 Once the start command is initiated, the generator starts and runs to help it remain operational and to allow the generator’s starting battery to be charged. Info: The ME-RTR contains a real time clock that must be set for proper operation of the SETUP: 04H Gen Exercise menu feature.
  • Page 96 AC input from connecting. Also, when either warm-up or cooldown is activated, any AC source (i.e., grid or generator) connected to the inverter’s AC input will disconnect until the time period (warm-up or cooldown) is over. Page 88 © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc.
  • Page 97 METER: 05A BMK SOC menu for the BMK’s METER: 05I Days Since 100% SOC menu to accumulate and display days. Think’n, No Comm, or any BMK fault (i.e., Factory Fault, Power-up Fault, or Unknown Fault ##) are not valid SOC numbers. © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 89...

  • Page 98: Me-Ags-N Functional Tests Using The Me-Rtr

    01 AC In Control menu to Auto Connect. This ensures the generator—once autostarted— will connect and charge the battery. Info: The ME-RTR contains a real time clock that must be set for proper operation of the SETUP: 04J Gen 100% SOC Start feature.

  • Page 99: Me-Ags-N Operation/Monitoring (With The Me-Rtr)

    CTRL: 03 Gen Control menu is used to activate the generator either manually or automatically. Press the CTRL button on the ME-RTR router to access the 01 AC In Control and the 03 Gen Control menus.

  • Page 100: Enabling The Me-Ags-N

    AGS immediately begins to monitor for any active autostart/autostop settings again. 7.2.3 Monitoring the AGS using the ME-RTR The ME-RTR router has additional METER button menus that are helpful for the proper operation and monitoring of your AGS system. 7.2.3.1 ME-RTR Router’s AGS METER Button Press the router’s METER button and rotate the SELECT knob to view the following read-only menus.
  • Page 101 Gen Run Temp menu), this display will show “Ext ON” when the ME-PT1 has +12 present on its input (or the ME-PT2 is closed); and, will show “Ext OFF” when the ME-PT1 does not have +12 on its input (or the ME-PT2 is open). © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 93...
  • Page 102 Terminal 2 of the AGS, which could be either by autostarting the generator (including from a previous exercise run), or manually starting the generator (using the ME-RTR). Info: When the DIP switch inside the AGS is set to “2-Wire Standby Mode”, which does not require the gen run sense signal to be present on Terminal 2 of the AGS, the Since Run Days timer will not be reset to zero.

  • Page 103: Starting And Stopping The Generator

    Starting and Stopping the Generator The generator can be manually started/stopped, as well as autostarted/autostopped using the available settings from your ME-RTR. To autostart/autostop the generator: In order for the generator to autostart/autostop, one or more of the following autostart/autostop conditions must be pre-set (see Section 7.1):...

  • Page 104: Me-Rtr Router's Ags Menu Maps

    Using an AGS Module: Operation 7.2.5 ME-RTR Router’s AGS Menu Maps This section provides the AGS menu maps available from your router. Refer to Appendix A in the back of this manual for a glossary of abbreviations that may appear on the router’s LCD display.

  • Page 105: Figure 7-3, Ags Setup Menu Maps (Section 1)

    Set Max Gen Run Time temp selected when Autostarted when Autostarted = 12.0 Hours = 12.0 Hours edit AGS SETUP View AGS SETUP OFF, 0.1-25.5 Figure 7-3, AGS SETUP Menu Maps (Section 1) © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 97...

  • Page 106: Figure 7-4, Ags Setup Menu Maps (Section 2)

    Start Volts = 23.0V Setting Stop = 28.8V/120secs Stop Volts = 28.8V Menu View AGS SETUP edit AGS SETUP Port Display Type Device Press SELECT Knob Settings/Range Figure 7-4, AGS SETUP Menu Maps (Section 2) Page 98 © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 107: Me-Ags-N Router Status Messages

    (blinking or solid) to indicate that the AGS module is getting power, the communications cable is connected from the Network port on the Magnum inverter to the NETWORK port on the ME-AGS-N, and that you have the correct communications cable.

  • Page 108: Ags Router Start Statuses

    AGS was not able to stop the generator; or, 2) the autostop setting exceeded the Max Gen Run Time setting. Fault SOC The generator failed to start in Start SOC mode. (Falt SOC or FSOC) Page 100 © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 109: Table 7-6, Ags Default Settings On Me-Rtr

    Fault 100% SOC The generator failed to start in 100% SOC mode. (Falt100% or F100) Table 7-6, AGS Default Settings on ME-RTR 04 AGS SETUP MENUS DEFAULT SETTINGS Start Volts = 11.5 VDC (12v), 23.0 VDC (24v), 46.0 VDC (48v)

  • Page 110: Me-Ags-N Router Troubleshooting (With The Me-Rtr)

    When an AGS fault is detected, and the RTR’s FAULT LED comes on, the fault status is displayed on the LCD screen. Figure 7-5 is an example of how fault messages appear on the ME-RTR. Use the RTR’s LCD screen and the information in this section to identify and correct the issue.
  • Page 111 Fault Test – The generator failed to autostart and run after the red TEST button is pressed on the AGS module. Note: The ME-RTR does not provide a “test” selection, instead it can be set to manually turn the generator on and off, which can be used to test the generator wiring to the AGS.

  • Page 112: How To Clear Ags Faults

    Note: After troubleshooting the reason for the AGS fault, and then clearing the fault, be sure to re-enable the AGS to autostart. Go to the CTRL: 03 Gen Control menu and select AUTO. Refer to Figure 7-2. Page 104 © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 113: 8.0 Using A Bmk

    Using a BMK: Setup 8.0 Using a BMK This section discusses how to set up, operate and troubleshoot the BMK using the ME-RTR router. Refer to the mini-index below to direct you to the appropriate section. ME-BMK Setup (with the ME-RTR)

  • Page 114: Figure 8-2, Accessing The Battery Amphrs Size Setting

    Using a BMK: Setup CAUTION: The factory default charge ef ciency setting is Auto, which allows the charging ef ciency to be automatically calculated. In most circumstances, this setting determines the best charge ef ciency. If you do not know your battery’s charging ef ciency, leave it at the factory default setting.

  • Page 115: Me-Bmk Operation/Monitoring (With The Me-Rtr)

    This section explains how the ME-BMK (Battery Monitor kit) battery monitor works, and how to use the ME-RTR to obtain battery bank information. It also covers the various LCD displays that are related to the battery monitor and the status of the sense module’s LED indicator.

  • Page 116: Bmk Meter Menu Items (With Me-Rtr)

    Using a BMK: Operation/Monitoring 8.2.2 BMK METER Menu Items (with ME-RTR) From the BMK Home screen, press the METER button, and then turn the SELECT knob on the ME- RTR router to access the different meters that determine the status of the battery system.

  • Page 117: Me-Rtr Router's Bmk Menu Maps

    Figures 8-4, 8-5 & 8-6 are a complete overview of the battery monitor settings and information displays available from the ME-RTR router’s SETUP and METER menus. Refer to Appendix A in the back of this manual for a glossary of abbreviations that may appear on the router’s LCD display.

  • Page 118: Figure 8-5, Bmk Meter Menu Maps (All Ports)

    SOC has been met 0 Days View BMK METER View BMK METER Read BMK METER X2 seconds X2 seconds to reset display value to reset display value Figure 8-6, BMK METER Menu Map (Port-specifi c) Page 110 © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 119: Bmk Status Messages (With The Me-Rtr)

    Using a BMK: Operation/Monitoring 8.2.4 BMK Status Messages (with the ME-RTR) A status message may be an operational or fault message. Access the BMK Home screen (see Section 8.1 to access) to view the BMK’s current operating status. The status is important when determining if the BMK is working correctly, or for troubleshooting a BMK installation.

  • Page 120: Me-Bmk Troubleshooting (With The Me-Rtr)

    When an BMK fault is detected, the RTR’s FAULT LED (red) comes on and the fault status is displayed on the LCD screen. Figure 8-7 is an example of how fault messages appear on the ME-RTR. Use the RTR’s LCD screen and the information in this section to identify and correct the issue.

  • Page 121: 9.0 Attaching A Remote Control

    Press PORT button until RC Home screen displays (with port# to which RC is connected). SETUP 06A Remote Control Set Remote Control System System System, Port 1-6 edit RC SETUP View RC SETUP Figure 9-1, Accessing the RC Setup Menu © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 113...

  • Page 122: Appendix A - Router Display Abbreviations

    Appendix A – Router Display Abbreviations Appendix A – Router Display Abbreviations Use the table below to identify the abbreviations that may appear on your router’s LCD display. Table A-1, Abbreviations on Router Display FULL NAME SHORT ABBREV. (MINI ABBREV.) Absorb Charging Absorb Absorbed Glass Mats...
  • Page 123 No Inverter Comm No Comm No Inverter Found! Empty Overcurrent Overcrnt Overtemp OverTemp Personal Identi cation Number Port 1-6 P1-P6 Port# 1 Accessory Power-up Fault PwrFault (PwrF) Quiet Time QuietTme (QT) Remote Control Searching Search © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 115...
  • Page 124 Appendix A – Router Display Abbreviations Router Display Abbreviations (Cont.) FULL NAME SHORT ABBREV. (MINI ABBREV.) Silent Silent SOC: ###% SOC:###% (###%) StackClock Fault StkClock Stack Mode Fault Stk Mode StackPhase Fault StkPhase Start Amp StrtAmp (SAmp) Start Exercise StrtExe (SExe) Start SOC StrtSOC (SSOC) Start Temp...

  • Page 125: Appendix B - Router Feature To Inverter Compatibility

    Appendix B – Router Feature to Inverter Compatibility When the ME-RTR is released with new software, some of the features and functionality in the router may not be available in an inverter or networked accessory that has an earlier software level.
  • Page 126 Appendix B – Compatibility Matrix FEATURES/SETTINGS Model/ Default Level Menu Selections/ Setting Main Menu Required Heading/Item Adjustments Range 04D AGS Temp 04 AGS 04E Since Run Days Read Only display Level 1 Read Only Meters 04F Since 100% Days (cont.) 04G Gen Hour Meter 05A BMK SOC 05B DC Volts-BMK...
  • Page 127 12.0 Hrs Multi-Stage, Float, Silent Multi-Stage Multi-Stage Level 1 03F Final Charge Stage Float Level 4 Silent VDC Rebulk = 12.0-16.0* Level 4 12.0V 03G Days to EQ OFF, 1-255 Days Level 1 © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 119...
  • Page 128 Appendix B – Compatibility Matrix FEATURES/SETTINGS Model/ Default Level Menu Selections/ Main Setting Menu Required Heading/Item Adjustments Range OFF, Start Volts= 9.0-15.9* 11.5V Start Delay= 0-127s, 1-127m 120 Secs 04A Gen Run DC Level 1 Volts Stop Volts= 9.1-16.0*, Float 14.4V Stop Delay= 0-127s, 1-127m 120 Secs...

  • Page 129: Appendix C - Using The Router With Non-Stacked Inverters

    Appendix C – Using the Router with Non-stacked Inverters Using the Router to Control Multiple Unconnected Inverters The router can be used to control multiple Magnum inverters—under certain conditions—that are not connected in parallel (i.e., non-stacked). Each connected inverter must be the same model (i.e., MS4024 and another MS4024), each inverter must be connected to the same battery bank,...

  • Page 130: Appendix D - Using The Me-Rtr In An Ac Coupled Application

    Magnum inverter into the battery bank. Since this is not the normal path for the Magnum inverter to sense incoming current, it is not able to control the battery voltage or regulate the current, providing the possibility that the battery voltage will rise and be damaged.

  • Page 131: Appendix E - Warranty And Service Info

    Note: You can extend the normal one-year warranty on the ME-RTR to ve years simply by ordering it with and installing it on one of Magnum’s MP or MMP panel systems. To be eligible for the 5-year warranty extension, a proof-of-purchase is required at the time of repair/service showing that the ME-RTR and the MP or MMP panel system were purchased at the same time.

  • Page 132: Index

    Appendix F – Index Index C (Cont.) Absorb Done, 20, 36, 39, 46, 50, 58, 59, Charger Standby, 20, 36, 55, 58, 59, 61, 72 78, 103, 119 Close SOC, 25, 118 Amps, 37, 39, 78, 119, 121 Comm LEDs, 1 SOC, 28, 37, 39, 50, 78, 89, 119 CTRL button, 2, 14, 15, 16, 47, 54, 92, 95, Time, 36, 39, 50, 80, 119, 121...
  • Page 133 SOC Connect, 15, 47, 49, 63, 117, 118 TECH, 2, 42-45, 51 Standby Mode, 18, 19, 21, 31, 54, 56, 72, 94 METER button, 2, 12, 18, 22, 54, 78 Start AC Amps, 81-82, 97, 120 © 2014 Magnum Energy, Inc. Page 125...
  • Page 134 Appendix F – Index S (Cont.) Start Bulk, 15, 16, 47, 74, 83, 90, 117 Start Daily, 77, 81, 97 Start Delay, 79, 81, 82, 97, 120 Start Float, 15, 20, 47, 117 Start Gen Days, 77, 87, 88, 89, 98 Start SOC, 77, 82, 83, 97, 100, 120 Start statuses, 100 Start Temp, 77, 83, 84, 93, 97, 100, 101, 103...
  • Page 135 Magnum Energy, Inc. 2211 West Casino Rd. Everett, WA 98204 Phone: 425-353-8833 Fax: 425-353-8390 Web: http://magnumenergy.com ME-RTR Owner’s Manual (PN: 64-0020 Rev C)

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