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Magnum Energy ME-RTR Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 ME-RTR Router Control Inverting 25.6 VDC 20 Amps System Home Owner’s Manual (for Revision 2.2 or higher)
  • Page 2 If the ME-RTR fails, it is reasonable to assume that the health of the user or other persons may be endangered.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    04 AGS Setup ..............37 05 BMK Setup ..............38 06 REM Setup ..............38 3.2.5 TECH Button ..............39 4.0 ME-RTR Menu Maps ..............43 5.0 Operation ................52 5.1 Front Panel ................52 5.1.1 LED Indicators ..............52 5.1.2 LCD Display ..............
  • Page 4 Figure 4-8 SETUP (Accs)/TECH Menu Map (page 8 of 9) ......50 Figure 4-9 TECH Button Menu Map (page 9 of 9) ......... 51 Figure 5-1, ME-RTR Front Panel Controls and Indicators ......52 Figure 5-1.1, SYSTEM Screen Status Messages ........55...
  • Page 5 Table 3-1, Battery Type to Charge Voltages ......... 31 Table 3-2, Battery Amp/Hrs Capacity to Suggested Absorption Time ..33 Table 5-1, LED Indicator Guide ............69 Table 6-1, Router Control Troubleshooting Guide ........70 © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 6: Overview

    1.0 Overview 1.0 Overview The ME-RTR, or “router” hereafter, has many of the same features as the ME-ARC50 advanced remote with the added functionality required to paral- lel Magnum MS-PAE inverter/chargers. The router is designed to easily and quickly connect the MS-PAE series inverter/charger in parallel without the need to program each inverter.

  • Page 7: Figure 1-2, Router Connections Overview

    Parallel CAT 5 jacks (x4) Mounting screw holes (x4) Aux Relay 2-wire terminal LEDs for communication (P1-P6) w/ removable plug LED for Comm (not functional , Communication ports (P1-P6) for future use) Figure 1-2, Router Connections Overview © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 8: Installation

    • Drill bit (7/64”) 2.3 Installation Overview The ME-RTR is required in order to parallel stack the MS-PAE Series inverter/ charger. Each inverter/charger must be connected directly to the router using the supplied CAT 5 and RJ11 communication cables. DO NOT substitute for the supplied cables.

  • Page 9: Figure 2-1, System Overview

    Stack Port (red) ME - ARC ME - BMK Cables from router to ME - BMK/ME - BMK - NS and ME - ARC, or to ME - AGS - N Figure 2-1, System Overview © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 10: Figure 2-2, Router Dimensions

    5/8" (1.6 cm) 15/16" 15/16" 1/16" (17.9 cm) (0.9 cm) (2.4 cm) 15/16" (22.7 cm) BOTTOM VIEW (3.8 cm) 1 ½ ” 5/8" (16.8 cm) " 9/16 (4 cm) RIGHT SIDE Figure 2-2, Router Dimensions © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 11: Mounting The Router

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

  • Page 12: Connecting The Cat 5 Parallel Stacking Cables

    “Stack Port .” Connect the communication cable to the port marked “Remote.” Figure 2-5, Connecting CAT 5 and Communication Cables to the Inverters Figure 2-6, Connecting the CAT 5 Cables to the Router © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 13: Connecting The Communication Cables

    ARC has limited functions. The remote control monitors the port it is designated to display, turns all parallel inverter/chargers on/off, and displays METER and TECH information. The ME-ARC does not control the inverter/chargers via the CTRL button. © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 14: Optional Cable Connection Routes

    (see Figure 2-9). These cutout sections are made thinner to allow them to be easily broken or cut. Only remove those cutout sections needed for the number of cable connections you are installing. © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 15: Wiring The Auxiliary Relay

    CAUTION: When wiring the Aux Relay, use an inline 0.5 amp fuse to protect the relay. Damage to this relay is not covered by warranty. 2-wire dry contact terminal Figure 2-10, Wiring the Auxiliary Relay © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 16: Installing The Router Cover

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

  • Page 17: Setup

    Set AC In Control Set AC In Control Auto Connect VDC Connect Time Connect Time Connect VDC Connect AC In – Disabled EDIT Control EDIT Control EDIT Control Figure 3-1, Up and Down Arrows for Hidden Lines © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 18: Router Pushbuttons And Menu Items

    Auto Gen Start MS4024 PAE Inverting Inverting Ready 0.0 Hrs 25.6 VDC 10 ADC 25 .6 VDC 10 ADC 25 .6 VDC … ..INV Home INV Home P 1Acc AGS Home Figure 3-2, PORT Button © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 19: Ctrl (Control) Button

    Press to selection: edit setting Press Bottom line shows view 01 AC In Control 02 CHG Control 03 Gen Control Auto Connect Multi -Stage View Control View Control View Control Figure 3-3, CTRL (Control) Button © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 20: Ac In Control

    AC until after 2AM. The primary status will display “Inverting” and the secondary status will display “Time Connect” to let you know the reason that incoming AC has not connected. © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 21: Chg (Charge) Control

    Multi-Stage charge cycle. Check with your battery manufacturer for proper battery charger settings. CAUTION: Frequently restarting the Bulk cycle may result in overcharging of the batteries. © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 22: Gen Control

    AC load on the inverter, high temperature, or battery state of charge (requires a ME-BMK/ME-BMK-NS accessory). Refer to the 04 AGS Setup section on page 37 to set the start and stop parameters for the generator. © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 23: Meter Button

    Press to selection: Bottom line shows view view meters 1 DC Meters 2 AC Meters 2 AC Meters 3 AGS Meters 3 AGS Meters 4 BMK Meters SELECT Meter SELECT Meter Figure 3-4, METER Button © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 24: Dc Meters

    AC source. When inverting, this menu displays the current of the load the inverter is powering. Info: The 02E Inv/Chg Amps value is determined by subtracting the 02C Load Amps value from the 02D AC Input Amps value. © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 25: Ags Meters

    The read only display shows the State of Charge (SOC) for the connected battery bank. The SOC represents the condition of the battery as a percentage of the available capacity left in the battery. © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.
  • Page 26 (battery charger, charge controller, etc.) to ensure the charging voltage has been attained. This display is also helpful when troubleshooting or detecting if an over- charge condition has occurred. © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 27: Setup Button

    Press SELECT Setup select selection: Time Display 01H Aux Relay Timing 12 :00pm Contrast 100% Close Delay Brightness Open Delay … View RTR Setup View RTR Setup View RTR Setup Figure 3-5, SETUP Button © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 28: Router Setup

    Port LEDs to Port LEDs = off. • 01D Temp Display: This menu item selects whether to display temperatures in Fahrenheit or Celsius. Once you select either Fahrenheit or Celsius, the following menu items will appear with this selection: © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.
  • Page 29 Relay Close voltage is set at 14.5 VDC, the relay would open when the battery voltage dropped to 12.0 VDC and close when the battery voltage rises to 14.5 VDC. This configuration might be used to control a low voltage disconnect circuit for a DC load. © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 30: Figure 3-6, Aux Relay Led

    Aux Relay will close and the LED will illuminate amber. When the battery voltage reaches 14.5 VDC after a 10 second delay, the Aux Relay will open and the Aux Relay LED will turn off. Aux Relay LED Figure 3-6, Aux Relay LED © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 31: Invert Setup

    17.0 volts (24-volt models) or 34.0 (48-volt models), the FAULT LED and ‘Low Battery’ status will be immediate. Default settings: LBCO = 10.0 VDC (12-volt models), 20.0 VDC (24- volt models) or 40.0 VDC (48-volt models). © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.
  • Page 32 If a lower rate is offered, try setting your connect time to coincide with the utility companies lower rates, this will save you money. © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.
  • Page 33 12.2 VDC and charge the batteries. You would set the disconnect voltage at the Absorb voltage for your batteries to make sure the batteries received at least a 75-80% charge before the AC is disconnected. © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.
  • Page 34 3000W before the slave inverters turn on. In this scenario, if a 5000W load was turned on the slave inverters would turn on, and then Slave #2 would turn off, and the master and Slave #1 would each run at 2500W. © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 35: Charger Setup

    The Custom selection allows the Float, Absorb and Equalization charge voltage settings to be individually adjusted. Table 3-1 to determine the specifi c charge voltage based on the battery type selected. Default setting - Battery Type = Flooded © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 36: Table 3-1, Battery Type To Charge Voltages

    Once you fi nd this maximum charge rate, determine the percentage needed to limit the charge rate to your battery bank. © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.
  • Page 37 (export models: dropout from 120 VAC to 200 VAC) when the AC source may have fl uctuations in RMS voltage. These settings attempt to prevent the charger from disengaging unnecessarily due to poor quality voltage and are highly recommended if using a generator for charging. The © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 38: Table 3-2, Battery Amp/Hrs Capacity To Suggested Absorption Time

    1710 to 1900 300 minutes 710 to 900 150 minutes 1910 to 2100 330 minutes 910 to 1100 180 minutes 2110 to 2300 360 minutes 1110 to 1300 210 minutes 2310 to 2500 390 minutes © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.
  • Page 39 The SOC also is helpful because any DC loads or other charge sources connected to the battery bank will not affect the SOC reading, and the batteries will always receive a full charge. Default setting - Absorb Done SOC = 100% © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.
  • Page 40 – at which time it will return to the Float stage. These battery voltages are the fully charged voltages of a battery at rest. The charger will continue to cycle between Float and Full Charge as long as incoming AC is available. © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.
  • Page 41 Silent is that Silent mode returns to Bulk mode instead of Float mode. In Silent mode you can also adjust the Rebulk set-point in order to allow the alternate charge source to provide more of the battery charging. © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 42: Accessory Setup

    A/C thermostat as determined by the AGS temperature sensor, and stops after the Gen Run Time setting is completed. Info: For detailed information on the ME-AGS-N and all its menus, refer to it’s owner’s manual (PN: 64-0039). © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 43: Bmk Setup

    The TECH menu button provides access to selections that assist service technicians in troubleshooting. It provides access to system information along with an option that allows all system settings to be returned to the original factory default values. See Figure 3-7 on the next page. © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 44: Tech Button

    ALL the units connected to the router. The unit versions display in the order of the PORT to which they are connected (1-6). Info: The router version will be displayed in the lower left of the screen of the TECH’s Firmware Versions menu item. © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 45: Figure 3-8, Fault History

    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. © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.
  • Page 46 = 0000” displays. Enter a new PIN number as previously described. Info: After the correct PIN has been entered you do not need to reenter it again to access another protected menu, unless 5 minutes has been passed without any button push. © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.
  • Page 47 • External Control (TECH 06): External Control is a read only menu. Magnum Energy has adopted an “open protocol” policy which allows third party firmware companies to control certain functions of the inverter/charger. This menu displays if any external device/software is controlling the router.

  • Page 48: Me-Rtr Menu Maps

    4.0 Menu Map 4.0 ME-RTR Menu Maps Figures 4-1 thru 4-9 are a complete overview of the settings and info displays available from the router; this should assist with menu navigation. PORT Inverting MS4448PAE MS4448PAE Gen off Inverting Inverting 48.0Vdc 24Adc 48.0Vdc...

  • Page 49: Figure 4-2 Meter Button Menu Map

    4.0 Menu Map 4.0 Menu Map: ME-RTR Router Control (continued) Read Only displays METER 1 DC Meters 2 AC Meters 3 AGS Meters 2 AC Meters 3 AGS Meters 4 BMK Meters SELECT Meter SELECT Meter 01C Charge Time 01A DC Volts 01B DC Amps 1 12.0 2 --- 3 ---...

  • Page 50: Figure 4-3 Setup Button Menu Map - Router

    4.0 Menu Map 4.0 Menu Map: ME-RTR Router Control (continued) SETUP 1 Router 2 Inverter 3 Charger SELECT Setup 01A Set Time 12:00am Range: 12:00AM – 11:59PM ALL View RTR Setup Set Clock Set Clock Set Clock 12:00am 12:00am 12:00am...

  • Page 51: Figure 4-4 Setup Button Menu Map - Router

    4.0 Menu Map 4.0 Menu Map: ME-RTR Router Control (continued) SETUP 1 Router 2 Inverter 3 Charger Select Setup 01E Viewing Ports Range: off, 1-60 seconds Auto Roll [sec]off Default: Auto Roll (sec) = off ALL View RTR Setup Set Viewing Ports...

  • Page 52: Figure 4-5 Setup Button Menu Map - Inverter

    4.0 Menu Map 4.0 Menu Map: ME-RTR Router Control (continued) continued…. SETUP 1 Router 2 Inverter 3 Charger Select Setup 02A Search Watts Range: OFF, 5 to 50 Watts Default: 5 Watts ALL View INV Setup Set Search Watts Set Search Watts...

  • Page 53: Figure 4-6 Setup Button Menu Map - Charger

    4.0 Menu Map 4.0 Menu Map: ME-RTR Router Control (continued) continued…. SETUP 1 Router 2 Inverter 3 Charger ALL Select Setup 03A AC Input Amps Range: 5A to 60A 5 Amps Default: 30 amps ALL View CHG Setup Set AC Input Amps...

  • Page 54: Figure 4-7 Setup Button Menu Map - Charger

    4.0 Menu Map 4.0 Menu Map: ME-RTR Router Control (continued) continued…. SETUP 1 Router 2 Inverter 3 Charger Select Setup Range: 60 VAC to 100 VAC, UPS Mode (120 VAC 03D Low VAC Dropout 60 VAC to 200 VAC, UPS Mode for export models)

  • Page 55: Figure 4-8, Setup (Accs)/Tech Menu Map (Page 8 Of 9

    4.0 Menu Map 4.0 Menu Map: ME-RTR Router Control (continued) Note: The accessory SETUP menus below (AGS, BMK, ARC remote) are accessed via the System Home screen and PORT button. Refer to procedures on pages 36-37 for these three menu items .

  • Page 56: Figure 4-9 Tech Button Menu Map

    4.0 Menu Map 4.0 Menu Map: ME-RTR Router Control (continued) continued…. TECH SETUP PIN Unlock Setup Tech 05 Set SETUP PIN Pin = 0**** Tech 05 Set SETUP PIN Set SETUP PIN Unlock Setup Lock Setup Lock Setup Set New Pin...

  • Page 57: Operation

    PORT, CTRL, METER, SETUP, LED Indicators TECH Buttons Figure 5-1, ME-RTR Front Panel Controls and Indicators 5.1.1 LED Indicators There are four LED indicators on the front panel that light solid or blink to indicate the inverter/charger’s status. When the router is fi rst powered-up, all the LED’s come on as it goes through a self-test.

  • Page 58: On/Off Pushbuttons

    CAUTION: An accessory that is networked to the inverter may have adjustable settings that revert back to default if all power to the inverter is lost. Refer to the particular accessory’s owner’s manual to determine if any setting for the accessory is affected. © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 59: Operating The Inverter/Charger

    To enable the Equalization charge, see Figure 5-14 and follow all related information on page 60. © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 60: System Status Messages

    FAULT LED Device Menu PORT Screen Heading Device Info Figure 5-1.2, PORT Screen Status Messages Info: Whenever referencing “inverter/charger” in this section, please note it is referring to all inverter/chargers in the stack, not individual inverter/chargers. © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 61: Inverter Mode Messages

    FAULT are on solid. The FAULT (red) and CHG LEDs are off. Settings/Info... Figure 5-4, Inverting Mode • Inverting - The inverter is providing AC voltage on its output by inverting power from the batteries. © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 62: Charger Mode Messages

    (determined by the SETUP menu’s 03C Max Charge Rate setting) to the batteries. The charger will remain in Bulk charge until the absorb voltage (determined by the SETUP menu’s 03B Battery Type setting) or the 03F Max Charge Time setting is reached. © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 63: Figure 5-8, Absorb Charging Mode

    4 hours of fl oat charging. This cycle helps to ensure the batteries are maintained and continues as long as AC power is continuously connected to the AC input. “Full Charge” only displays if Multi-Stage is selected from the 03G Final Charge Stage menu. © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 64: Figure 5-11, Charger Standby Mode

    Most batteries require a Bulk and Absorption charge cycle in order to fully recombine the electrolyte in the batteries and bring the specifi c gravity to the proper level. Be sure to check with your battery manufacturer before using this setting. © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 65: Figure 5-14, Equalizing Mode

    How long should I equalize? While the batteries are gassing, monitor the specifi c gravity readings every hour. When the specifi c gravity readings no longer increase, the Equalization charge is complete and should be stopped. © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 66: Ac In Control Messages

    Some will require a manual restart. This requires the ON/OFF INVERTER button on the router to be pressed and released. Finally, if the fault will not clear, an inverter reset may be required – see Section 6.2 to perform an inverter reset. © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 67: System Fault Messages

    (48-volt models). Remedy: This fault usually only occurs when an external DC charging source is charging the inverter’s battery bank. Turn off any other additional charging source to allow the DC voltage level to drop. © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 68: Figure 5-20, Overtemp Fault

    AC input. Remedy: Remove all AC power from the inverter’s AC input for at least 15 minutes to automatically restart this fault. Ensure only 120VAC power is connected to each of the inverter’s AC inputs. © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 69: Figure 5-23, Dead Battery Charge Fault

    FET Overload - This fault message indicates the inverter/charger has shut down because the internal FETs (Field Effect Transistors) have quickly exceeded a safe operating temperature. When the FETs cool, the unit requires a manual restart to resume operation. © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 70: Figure 5-26, Breaker Tripped Fault

    If while charging, turn down the charge rate. If this fault occurs often, ensure the inverter is in a cool loca- tion, has adequate ventilation, and the internal cooling fans are operational. © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 71: Stacking Fault Messages

    Check to make sure you hear an audible “click” when plugging in the CAT 5 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 confi...

  • Page 72: Internal Fault Messages

    The PWR (green), CHG (green), and INV (green) LEDs are off. Settings/Info... Figure 5-34, Internal Charger Fault • Internal Charger - This fault message displays and the inverter shuts down because the internal charger protection circuit has been activated. © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 73: Figure 5-35, Internal Ntc Fault

    PWR (green), CHG (green), and INV (green) LEDs are off. Settings/Info... Figure 5-36, Internal Relay Fault • Internal Relay - This fault message displays and the inverter shuts down because the internal AC transfer relay protection circuit has been activated. © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 74: Led Indicator Guide

    CHG LEDs are on); the inverter will automatically (green) supply AC power to the loads if utility or generator power is lost. Inverter is in Search mode (the AC load is below BLINKING the SETUP menu’s 02A Search Watts setting). © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 75: Troubleshooting

    Inverter is not Ensure inverter batteries are connected to connected and inverter is batteries. operating correctly without any AC power connected (can invert and power AC loads from batteries). © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 76: Troubleshooting Tips

    Battery Temperature Sensor (BTS) temperature. If the 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). © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 77: Performing An Inverter Reset

    Info: If DC disconnects are not used, there may be a momen- tary spark when the positive battery cable is connected to the inverter’s terminal. This is normal and indicates that the inverter’s internal capacitors are being charged. © 2010 Magnum Energy, Inc.

  • Page 78: Warranty And Service Info

    7.0 Warranty and Service Info 7.0 Warranty and Service Info 7.1 Limited Warranty Magnum Energy, Inc., warrants the ME-RTR to be free from defects in material and workmanship that result in product failure during normal usage, according to the following terms and conditions: 1.

  • Page 79: How To Receive Repair Service

    7.0 Warranty and Service Info 7.2 How to Receive Repair Service If your product requires warranty service or repair, contact either: 1. An Authorized Service Center, as listed on the Magnum Energy website at http://www.magnumenergy.com/ServiceCenters.htm, or 2. Magnum Energy, Inc. at:...
  • Page 80 Magnum Energy, Inc. 2211 West Casino Rd. Everett, WA 98204 Phone: 425-353-8833 Fax: 425-353-8390 Web: www.magnumenergy.com PN: 64-0020 Rev A...

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