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  • Page 1 MidNite Solar Classic Owner’s Manual This Manual covers models Classic 150, 200, 250 &250KS P a g e...
  • Page 2 Copyright 2010 all rights reserved. MidNite Solar Inc. reserves the right to revise this document and to periodically make changes to the content hereof without obligation or organization of such revisions or changes unless required to do so by prior arrangement.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Scope................................5 Introduction..............................5 Classic Power Curves..........................7 Unpacking the Classic..........................10 Removing and installing the front cover on the Classic ..............10 Mounting the Classic ..........................12 Alternative Mounting.......................... 13 Dimensions ............................. 13 Sealed or Vented..........................13 Network Cable Routing and Installation Guidelines................14 Battery Temperature Sensor Installation.....................16 Grounding...............................18 DC GFP (Ground Fault Protection) .....................18...
  • Page 4 Aux 2 Function. Output/Input......................31 Setting the MNGP features, Access the Version of software and Restore factory defaults .....32 Operating the Classic..........................32 Navigating the Menu's ........................32 Viewing Other MidNite Products on the Display................33 Connecting Classic to Two MNGPs/Network cable................33 Arc Fault ..............................34 View Faults and Warning's ........................35 View Logged Data ..........................35...

  • Page 5: Scope

    The Classic is designed to regulate DC input from PV, Hydro, Wind and other DC sources.. The Classic 150, 200 and 250 are designed to work with 12, 24, 36, 48, 60 and 72 volt battery banks. The Classic250KS is designed to charge up to a 120V nominal battery bank.
  • Page 6 • With the exception of certain telecom applications, the Charge Controller should never be positive grounded. • The Charge Controller equipment ground is marked with this symbol: • If damaged or malfunctioning, the Charge Controller should only be disassembled and repaired by a qualified service center.

  • Page 7: Classic Power Curves

    soap and warm water when done. If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap and water. If acid enters an eye, flood the eye with running cool water at once for at least 15 minutes and get medical attention immediately following.
  • Page 8 Figure 2.3 The graphs above represent the max power output for a given input for each Classic. Using and understanding these power graphs will help maximize Classic’s output power and aid in selecting wire and breaker/disconnects. The built in set up wizard also helps select breakers and wire sizes. Notice that lower battery voltages and lower PV input voltages result in higher continuous output power.
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  • Page 10: Unpacking The Classic

    Unpacking the Classic When you receive your Classic you will want to unpack it and make sure everything is there and in good shape. Refer to Figure 1.1. Included in the Classic package should be: *Classic charge controller *Battery temperature sensor *Snap on upper vent cover *Knock out covers 4 screened and 4 solid *User’s manual DVD, printed installation instructions...
  • Page 11 it around the components on the circuit board as you set the cover in place. See Figure 1.2 Do not force the cover if it does not seat into place easily stop and look for any cables or wires that may be interfering.

  • Page 12: Mounting The Classic

    The Classic is designed to be directly mounted onto the MidNite Solar E-Panel as well as other installation methods. Mount in an upright position out of direct sunlight when possible. The Classic has four one inch knock outs for your convenience they are pre cast.

  • Page 13: Alternative Mounting

    Figure 1.3D Classic mounted to the side of a MidNite Solar E-Panel Install locknut here to act as a spacer. Alternative Mounting To mount the Classic to a plywood surface use 1 1/2” wood screws in the top key hole slot hole and the holes in the wiring compartment.

  • Page 14: Network Cable Routing And Installation Guidelines

    seen in the photo below. Note that the Classic will be slightly de-rated (puts out less power) by sealing it. Refer to the owner’s manual for the specifications page for ratings in the sealed mode. Refer to Figure 1.4 and 1.5 Figure 1.4 Figure 1.5 Figure 1.6 Power wire hook up between the Classic and E-Panel...
  • Page 15 Figure 1.7A Master / Slave methods of hook up Master Classic Slave Classic 15 | P a g e...

  • Page 16: Battery Temperature Sensor Installation

    Cable Clamp for network cables Battery Temp Sensor USB connector 10 foot USB cable is included Ethernet connector Figure 1.7B Battery Temperature Sensor Installation CAUTION - To reduce risk of injury, charge only deep-cycle lead acid, lead antimony, lead calcium, gel cell or absorbed glass mat type rechargeable batteries.
  • Page 17 Figure 1.8 Insert BTS to the jack labeled BATTERY TEMP on the control board. Figure 1.9 Before placing the Battery Temperature Sensor make sure battery surface is clean from any dust or acids. Placement is not very critical. 17 | P a g e...

  • Page 18: Grounding

    Grounding The Classic charge controller is designed to work with negatively grounded or ungrounded systems. For grounding conductor requirements on your specific installation please consult your local electrical code. The chassis grounding terminal is in the upper right corner of the electrical connection compartment see figure 2.0 Figure 2.0 DC GFP (Ground Fault Protection)

  • Page 19: Disabling Gfp

    Negative and Ground internally in the Classic. A PTC is basically a type of resistor with a 1 ohm value that when loaded to three quarters of an amp will heat up and go to a very high resistance looking like an open circuit.
  • Page 20 #8 AWG torque to 30-40 inch pounds. #6 AWG or above. Torque to 40-50 inch pounds. Figure 2.2 20 | P a g e...

  • Page 21: Dc Terminal Connector

    #4 AWG. 4AWG THHN wire when installed in the Classic. The MidNite E-Panel is rated for over 100 amps and is therefore suitable for the highest power Classic 150. Over Current Protection and Wire Size Requirements The over current devices, wiring, and installation methods used must conform to all electrical codes applicable to the location of installation.

  • Page 22: Current Rating

    NEC requires 1.56 times short circuit current for PV over current protection. This is reduced to 1.25 times when using a breaker rated for continuous duty. All MidNite Solar breakers are hydraulic/magnetic and are rated for continuous duty. No de-rating is required for the output breaker when using MidNite Solar breakers.

  • Page 23: Maximum And Minimum Wire Size

    If this sounds too complicated use this rule of thumb in selecting the proper Classic. PV runs up to 100 feet, use the Classic 150. Runs up to 180 feet, use the Classic 200.

  • Page 24: Commissioning The Classic

    Sets the password On Classic Settings ENABLED? PASWORD WILL BE 142 CONNECTED TO Tells you which classic model it is CLASSIC 150 IS THIS A This menu will determine how to treat batteries GRID TIED SYSTEM differently. sealed batteries lower voltage for...

  • Page 25: Setting Nominal Battery Voltage

    DO YOU KNOW THE BATTERY BANK AMP HR Helps set Absorption time and EQ defaults CAPACITY WHAT IS THE VOLTAGE This is necessary for the set up software to help OF AN INDIVIDUAL figure out battery capacity BATTERY SET CURRENT LIMIT Sets classic’s max output current ENTER TO CONTINUE CONTROLLER MODE...

  • Page 26: Float

    Float A Float cycle follows after the Absorb cycle is completed; Float is displayed on the screen. Battery volt- age is held at the float voltage set point, float time can be changed by the user. Equalize Equalization function has to be enabled by the user, refer to page 25. The intent of an equalization charge is to bring all battery cells to an equal voltage by a deliberate overcharge.

  • Page 27: Configuring Dc Input Source

    Note. Use the description below to help complete the calibration of the Classic voltages. TWEAKS screen Battery voltage adjust PV in voltage adjust PV in voltage Battery voltage offset offset Displayed Displayed battery voltage battery voltage Figure 2.7 Configuring DC Input Source To select the Mode the Classic will run in, follow the steps below.

  • Page 28: Solar 1 O&P

    1 through 9 to save it in and select “SAVE”. Now push the Enter button to save it to the Classic's memory. For more information consult the videos contained in this DVD as well as the MidNite Solar web site. Classic-Wind-Graph-Editor-1.mpg Setting the Date and Time To set the date and time manually on the Classic follow the steps below.

  • Page 29: Setting Longitude And Latitude

    to change the data. When you have all the data changed push the Enter button to save the changes. The Classic includes a battery in the MNGP portion, to keep the time running even when the power is disconnected. To replace the battery refer to the Installation Manual Setting Longitude and Latitude With the built in virtual map, you are able to select where you are in the world.
  • Page 30 diversion threshold V to either be absolute, (pick a voltage), or a voltage relative to the particular charge stage the system is in at the moment... (Absorb, EQ, Float) This diversion mode can be adjusted to start diverting (Pulsing or "Buzzing") at (0.0V) or above / below the present battery set point voltage (absorb, float, EQ).

  • Page 31: Aux 1 Function

    with a "+" sign following the mode name and Active LOW mode with a "-" following the name. The output voltage for a High is actually more like 14 or 15 Volts DC and can supply up to 200 milli-Amps of current.

  • Page 32: Setting The Mngp Features, Access The Version Of Software And Restore Factory Defaults

    Setting the MNGP features, Access the Version of software and Restore factory defaults The Classic comes with an integrated “MidNite Graphics Panel” (MNGP), which is the primary interface to the Classic. Setting up contrast, backlight and volume its simple just follow the steps below. Push the Main Menu button.

  • Page 33: Viewing Other Midnite Products On The Display

    The Classic is able to view other products or Classics connected to the network. For example: the MidNite Solar Clipper. To view other products or Classics connected to the Classic network, go to the Status screen and press the UP and DOWN arrows to scroll between the addresses of the different items.

  • Page 34: Arc Fault

    because it is easier to work with. Use the two pictures above as reference. Make sure the color and position of the wires are as shown in the diagram below. Use terminal connector tab as reference. Arc Fault The Arc Fault Detector is a unique safety component included in every Classic, because safety is not an option, the engineers at MidNite take action as the 2011 NEC code requires.

  • Page 35: View Faults And Warning's

    To change the parameters of the Arc Fault, follow the steps below: Press Main Menu Scroll to the right or left until TWEAKS is highlighted and press ENTER In TWEAKS press the right soft key to get to the BITS menu In BITS press the right soft key to get to ARC ADJ In this menu use the left and right keys to select the feature to adjust Use the up and down arrow keys to change the parameters...
  • Page 36 you specify where to install the folder, we strongly recommend installing in the default location; this will make next steps easier. C:\MidNiteSolar 2. USB Installation for Windows XP • With the Classic battery power on, plug the USB device into the computer, and Windows will automatically detect the connected device.
  • Page 37 You will now get the warning dialog shown below because the driver for the USB chip has not undergone Windows Logo testing. Just select to proceed. The driver files have now been installed and your installation is complete. Select to close the dialog. 37 | P a g e...
  • Page 38 • Now a “New hardware has successfully been installed” bubble message will appear in the bot- tom right corner of the screen. 3. Change the COM Port Settings. • To change the Port Number of the USB COM Port open Device Manager by clicking Start ->...
  • Page 39 • Select the "Port Settings" Tab and click "Advanced" • Select COM Port Number and change to COM8 39 | P a g e...
  • Page 40 COMM FUNCTION to be updated. For further information consult the “Read me” document contained in the MidNite-Update.exe installation. Or contact MidNite Solar. Note. Check and compare the Classic about screen date to the date in the MidNite-Update.exe (see Menu Map for screen location) to check you are actually UPGRADING firmware, we don’t have a system yet...

  • Page 41: Connecting The Classic To The Internet

    Connecting the Classic to the Internet Networking The Classic supports standard 10/100-base T Ethernet networks. For Gigabit networks you will need a common network switch that is capable of mixed mode operation. The Classic may also be placed on a, b, g, or n wireless networks by using a wireless network bridge device.

  • Page 42: Network Setup Through The Mngp

    MAC Address The hardware or Ethernet address of the Classic Device ID The unique MidNite Solar address of the Classic Table 5.1 Net Menu Details DHCP The Classic supports Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) in which all networking settings are derived from a DHCP-enabled router.

  • Page 43: Static Ip

    • Highlight and select DCHP Please note that the Classic’s DHCP protocol implementation usually takes a few seconds up to a minute to update the network settings. If the network settings do not update within a minute, please consult the troubleshooting section.

  • Page 44: Web Access

    11.22.33.44 and the D2 address to 11.22.33.55. Web Access MidNite Solar offers a free web service with which you can access your Classic from a web page from anywhere in the world simply by pointing your favorite web browser to http://www.mymidnite.com...

  • Page 45: Positive Ground Systems

    Scroll to MNGP and select it On the following screen, select LCD and press enter On this screen select LOAD DEFAULTS press enter On the password select 360 and press enter Using the up and down keys will allow you to change the alphabet characters Now scroll left and right to go to the next character block Do this until your desired message is complete Press enter to save on the classic memory...

  • Page 46: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Technical information 46 | P a g e...

  • Page 47: Specifications Electrical

    Specifications Electrical Table 6.1 Model Classic150 Classic200 Classic250 Classic250KS Operating Volts in 150VDC 200VDC 250VDC 250VDC Max Hyper VOC 150+battery 200+battery 250+battery 250+battery Bat charge volts 12-93 volts 12-93 volts 12-93 volts 12-150 volts Max current out at 96 amperes 79 amperes 62 amperes 40 amperes...

  • Page 48: Specifications Mechanical

    Specifications Mechanical 48 | P a g e...

  • Page 49: Default Battery Charge Set Points

    MidNite network cables various Lengths. Regulatory Approval The MidNite Solar Classic charge controller conforms to UL 1741, Safety for Inverters, Converters, Controllers and Interconnection System Equipment for Use With Distributed Energy Resources, Second Edition, May 7, 1999 with revisions through January 28, 2010 and CAN/CSA C22.2 No.

  • Page 50: Warranty

    Warranty MidNite Solar's Classic comes with a standard 5 year warranty we will repair or replace the Classic at no charge to the consumer during this 5 year period End of Warranty tune up MidNite Solar offers a industry first Tune up / Extended Warranty. 6 months prior to the end of the warranty period Customers can ship their Classic back to MidNite Solar with a check for $125 dollars and we will replace any wearable items like the fans and the capacitors and in general tune the Classic up.

  • Page 51: Aux 1 And Aux 2 Graphs/Jumpers

    Figure 3.0 Aux 1 and Aux 2 Graphs/Jumpers Figure 3.0 shows the two Aux port terminals, with their respective polarities. These terminals are located at the bottom of the power board below the battery temperature jack. Use a mini Aux 2 Aux 1 flat head screw driver to tighten the screws.

  • Page 52: Aux 1 Voltage-Time Relation (Relay/12V)

    Aux 1 Voltage-Time Relation (Relay/12v) Aux 1 Function Graph shows the relationship between voltage and time of AUX 1. (The axis labeled VOLTAGE could be battery, PV, wind input voltage, etc. depending on the function selected by the user) VHIGH is the upper voltage limit, as soon as the voltage reaches this limit the Delay time will then start, as soon as the Delay time expires AUX1 will change state and stay there until the voltage drops below VLOW set point, then another timer called Hold Time will start and when this expires the out put will go back to the original state.

  • Page 53: Classic Breaker Sizing

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  • Page 54: Classic Menu Map

    Classic Menu Map 54 | P a g e...

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