Epever Tracer2206AN User Manual
Epever Tracer2206AN User Manual

Epever Tracer2206AN User Manual

Tracer-an series mppt solar charge controller
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Tracer-AN Series
——MPPT Solar Charge Controller
User Manual
Models:
Tracer1206AN/Tracer2206AN
Tracer1210AN/Tracer2210AN
Tracer3210AN/Tracer4210AN

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  • Page 1 Tracer-AN Series ——MPPT Solar Charge Controller User Manual Models: Tracer1206AN/Tracer2206AN Tracer1210AN/Tracer2210AN Tracer3210AN/Tracer4210AN...
  • Page 3 Important Safety Instructions Please save this manual for future review. This manual contains safety, installation and operation for Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) Tracer AN series controller ("the controller" as referred to in this manual). General Safety Information  Read carefully all the instructions and warnings in the manual before installation. ...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS 1. General Information ................ 1 1.1 Overview ..........1 1.2 Characteristics ......... 2 1.3 Designations of Controller Models ......3 1.4 Maximum Power Point Tracking Technology ....3 1.5 Battery Charging Stage ......... 4 2. Installation Instructions ..............7 2.1 General Installation Notes .......
  • Page 5: General Information

    1. General Information 1.1 Overview The Tracer AN series. Based on common negative design and advanced MPPT control algorithm, with LCD displaying running status, this product is artistic, economical and practical. Improving the MPPT control algorithm further, Tracer AN series can minimize the maximum power point loss rate and loss time, quickly track the maximum power point of the PV array and obtain the maximum energy from solar modules under any conditions;...
  • Page 6: Characteristics

     The communication port adopts professional protection chip, which can provide 5VDC power supply, and has over-current and short-circuit protection.  With RS-485 communication bus interface and Modbus communication protocol, it is available to meet various communication requirements in different situations. ...
  • Page 7: Designations Of Controller Models

    1.3 Designations of Controller Models EXAMPLE: Tracer 1 2 10 AN Common Negative System Max. PV open circuit voltage 100V System Voltage12/24VDC Charge & discharge current10A Product Series 1.4 Maximum Power Point Tracking Technology Due to the nonlinear characteristics of solar array, there is a maximum energy output point (Max Power Point) on its curve.
  • Page 8: Battery Charging Stage

    that the MPPT mode can improve the usage of the solar energy resource. According to our test, the MPPT controller can raise 20%-30% efficiency compared to the PWM controller. (Value may be fluctuant due to the influence of the ambient circumstance and energy loss.) Figure 1-2 Maximum Power Point Curve In actual application, as shading from cloud, tree and snow, the panel maybe appear...
  • Page 9 Figure 1-4 Battery changing stage Curve A) Bulk Charging In this stage, the battery voltage has not yet reached constant voltage (Equalize or Boost Voltage), the controller operates in constant current mode, delivering its maximum current to the batteries (MPPT Charging). B) Constant Charging When the battery voltage reaches the constant voltage setpoint, the controller will start to operate in constant charging mode, this process is no longer MPPT charging,...
  • Page 10 CAUTION: Equipment damage! Over-charging and excessive gas precipitation may damage the battery plates and activate material shedding on them. Too high an equalizing charge or for too long may cause damage. Please carefully review the specific requirements of the battery used in the system. Some types of batteries benefit from equalizing charge on a regular basis, which is able to stir electrolyte, balance battery voltage and accomplish chemical reaction.
  • Page 11: Installation Instructions

    2. Installation Instructions 2.1 General Installation Notes  Please read the entire installation instructions to get familiar with the installation steps before installation.  Be very careful when installing the batteries, especially flooded lead-acid battery. Please wear eye protection, and have fresh water available to wash and clean any contact with battery acid.
  • Page 12 Tracer1206/2206AN: 36 cell 48 cell 54 cell 60 cell System Voc<23V Voc<31V Voc<34V Voc<38V voltage Max. Best Max. Best Max. Best Max. Best Thin-Film 72 cell Voc<46V 96 cell Voc<62V System Module voltage Max. Best Max. Best Voc>80V NOTE: The above parameter values are calculated under standard test conditions ,Module Temperature 25℃,...
  • Page 13 Rated Charge Max. PV Array Max. PV open Model Current Power Power circuit voltage 130W/12V 195W/12V Tracer1206AN ① 260W/24V 390W/24V ② 260W/12V 390W/12V Tracer2206AN 520W/24V 780W/24V 130W/12V 195W/12V Tracer1210AN 260W/24V 390W/24V 260W/12V 390W/12V Tracer2210AN ① 520W/24V 780W/24V ② 390W/12V 580W/12V...
  • Page 14: Wire Size

    NOTE: All PV modules in a given array are assumed to be identical. *Isc=short circuit current(amps) Voc=open circuit voltage. * Model Max. PV input current Max. PV wire size Tracer1206AN /12AWG Tracer1210AN Tracer2206AN /10AWG Tracer2210AN Tracer3210AN 10mm /8AWG Tracer4210AN 16mm /6AWG *These are the maximum wire sizes that will fit the controller terminals.
  • Page 15: Mounting

    CAUTION: The wire size is only for reference. If there is a long distance between the PV array and the controller or between the controller and the battery, larger wires can be used to reduce the voltage drop and improve performance.
  • Page 16 150 mm from the upper and lower edges of the controller to ensure natural thermal convection. Please see Figure 2-1: Mounting CAUTION: If the controller is to be installed in an enclosed box, it is important to ensure reliable heat dissipation through the box. Figure 2-2 Schematic of wiring diagram Step 2:Connect the system in the order of ❶battery ❷...
  • Page 17 of PV array, battery and load can also be ungrounded, but the grounding terminal on its shell must be grounded, which may effectively shield the electromagnetic interference from the outside, and prevent some electric shock to human body due to the electrification of the shell.
  • Page 18: Operation

    3. Operation 3.1 Button Mode Note In load manual mode, it can turn the load On/Off of the load via Load ON/OFF the “ENTER” button. Press the “ENTER” button. Clear Fault Press the “SELECT” button. Browsing Mode Press the “ENTER” button. and hold on 5s to enter the setting mode Press the “SELECT”...
  • Page 19 Night No charging Charging PV Voltage, Current, Power Battery capacity, In Charging Battery Battery Voltage, Current, Temperature Battery Type Load ON Load Load OFF Load Voltage, Current, Load mode 2) Fault Indication Status Icon Description Battery over Battery level shows empty, battery frame blink, discharged fault icon blink Battery over...
  • Page 20: Setting

    3) Browse interface 3.3 Setting 1) Clear the generated energy Operation: Step 1: Press the “ENTER” button and hold 5s under the PV power interface and the value is flashing. Step 2: Press the “ENTER” button to clear the generated energy.. 2) Switch the battery temperature unit Press the “ENTER”...
  • Page 21 Item Lead-acid battery Lithium battery Sealed(default) (4s/12V; 8s/24V) LiFePO4 Li(NiCoMn)O2 (3s/12V; 6s/24V) Flooded User(9~34V) User(9~17V/12V; 18~34V/24V) CAUTION: When the default battery type is selected, the battery voltage control parameters will be set by default and can‟t be changed. To change these parameters, select "User"...
  • Page 22 ③ User settings (1)PC setting  Connection  Download software http://www.epever.com(PC Software for the Solar Charge Controller) (2)APP software setting  Download software(User for lead-acid battery) http://www.epever.com (Android APP for the Solar Charge Controller)  Download software(User for lithium battery) http://www.epever.com...
  • Page 23 User for lithium battery. Ⅰ. Over Voltage Disconnect Voltage>Over charging protection ※ ; voltage(Protection Circuit Modules(PCM))+0.2V Ⅱ. Over Voltage Disconnect Voltage>Over Voltage Reconnect Voltage= Charging Limit Voltage ≥ Equalize Charging Voltage=Boost Charging Voltage ≥ Float Charging Voltage>Boost Reconnect Charging Voltage; Ⅲ.
  • Page 24 Timer1. Timer2 will be disabled and display "2 n ". ②Load working mode settings (1)PC setting  Connection  Download software http://www.epever.com (PC Software for the Solar Charge Controller) (2)APP software setting  Download software http://www.epever.com (Android APP for the Solar Charge Controller) (3)MT50 Setting...
  • Page 25: Accessories (Optional)

    3.4 Accessories (optional) Acquisition of battery temperature for undertaking temperature compensation of control parameters, the standard length of the cable is 3m (length can be Remote Temperature Sensor customized). The RTS300R47K3.81A connects to the port (4 ) on the controller. (RTS300R47K3.81A) NOTE: The temperature sensor short-circuited or damaged, the controller will be charging or discharging at the default temperature 25 ºC.
  • Page 27: Protections, Troubleshooting And Maintenance

    4. Protections, Troubleshooting and Maintenance 4.1 Protection When the charging current or power of the PV array exceeds its rated current or power, it will be charged at the rated current or power. Over NOTE: When the PV modules are in series, ensure that the open-circuit voltage of the PV array does not exceed the Current/power "maximum PV open-circuit voltage"...
  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    ★When the internal temperature is 81℃, the reducing power charging mode which reduce the charging power of 5%,10%,20%,40% every increase 1 ℃is turned on. If the internal temperature is greater than 85℃, the controller will stop charging. But while the temperature decline to be below 75 º C, the controller will resume. 4.2 Troubleshooting Possible reasons Faults...
  • Page 29  Check all the naked wires to make sure insulation is not damaged for serious solarization, frictional wear, dryness, insects or rats etc. Repair or replace some wires if necessary.  Tighten all the terminals. Inspect for loose, broken, or burnt wire connections. ...
  • Page 30: Technical Specifications

    5. Technical Specifications Electrical Parameters Tracer Tracer Tracer Tracer Tracer Tracer Item 1206AN 2206AN 1210AN 2210AN 3210AN 4210AN System nominal ① 12/24VDC Auto voltage Rated charge current Rated discharge current Battery voltage 8~32V range ② ② Max. PV open 100V ③...
  • Page 31 Mechanical Parameters Tracer1206AN Tracer2206AN Tracer3210AN Tracer4210AN Item Tracer1210AN Tracer2210AN Dimension 172x139 x 44mm 220x154x 52mm 228x164x55mm 252x180x63mm Mounting 130x130mm 170x145mm 170x164mm 210x171mm dimension Mounting Φ5mm hole size 12AWG(4mm 6AWG(16mm 6AWG(16mm 6AWG(16mm Terminal Recommende 12AWG(4mm 10AWG(6mm 8AWG(10mm 6AWG(16mm d cable 0.57kg 0.94kg...
  • Page 32: Annex I Conversion Efficiency Curves

    Annex I Conversion Efficiency Curves Illumination Intensity: 1000W/m Temp: 25º C Model: Tracer1206AN Solar Module MPP Voltage(17V, 34V) / Nominal System Voltage(12V) 2. Solar Module MPP Voltage(34V,45V) / Nominal System Voltage(24V)
  • Page 33 Model: Tracer1210AN Solar Module MPP Voltage(17V, 34V) / Nominal System Voltage(12V) 2. Solar Module MPP Voltage(34V,51V,68V) / Nominal System Voltage(24V)
  • Page 34 Model: Tracer2206AN Solar Module MPP Voltage(17V, 34V) / Nominal System Voltage(12V) 2. Solar Module MPP Voltage(34V,45V) / Nominal System Voltage(24V)
  • Page 35 Model: Tracer2210AN Solar Module MPP Voltage(17V, 34V) / Nominal System Voltage(12V) 2. Solar Module MPP Voltage(34V,45V,68V) / Nominal System Voltage(24V)
  • Page 36 Model: Tracer3210AN Solar Module MPP Voltage(17V, 34V) / Nominal System Voltage(12V) 2. Solar Module MPP Voltage(34V,45V,68V) / Nominal System Voltage(24V)
  • Page 37 Model: Tracer4210AN Solar Module MPP Voltage(17V, 34V) / Nominal System Voltage(12V) 2. Solar Module MPP Voltage(34V,45V,68V) / Nominal System Voltage(24V)
  • Page 38: Annex Ii Dimensions

    Annex II Dimensions Tracer1206/1210AN (Unit: mm)
  • Page 39 Tracer2206AN/2210AN (Unit: mm)
  • Page 40 Tracer3210AN (Unit: mm)
  • Page 41 Tracer4210AN (Unit: mm) Any changes without prior notice! Version number: 1.0...
  • Page 44 BEIJING EPSOLAR TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. Tel: +86-10-82894112 / 82894962 Fax: +86-10-82894882 E-mail:info@epsolarpv.com Website: http://www.epsolarpv.com/ http://www.epever.com/...

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