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Summary of Contents for OutBack Power Technologies MATE3
- Page 1 E mi r a t e s G r e e n E mi r a t e s G r e e n E l e c t r i c a l & Me c h a n i c a l T r a d i n g E s t . P .
- Page 2 MATE3 USB Card Owner’s Manual...
- Page 3 OutBack Power, the OutBack Power logo, FLEXpower ONE, Grid/Hybrid, and FLEXgrid are trademarks owned and used by OutBack Power Technologies, Inc. The ALPHA logo and the phrase “member of the Alpha Group” are trademarks owned and used by Alpha Technologies Inc. These trademarks may be registered in the United States and other countries.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Introduction....................3 Welcome to OutBack Power Technologies.........................3 Requirements ..................................3 Parts Included..................................3 Installation ....................................4 External Connections................................4 Communication Protocol ..............................4 FX-Class Inverter Data Stream ................5 Definition of Data Stream Items for the FX-Class Inverter..................6 Radian-Class Inverter Data Stream..............9 Definition of Data Stream Items for the Radian-Class Inverter................. 11 Charge Controller Data Stream ..............13... - Page 5 Table of Contents List of Tables Table 1 Data Stream Matrix for FX-Class Inverters ................5 Table 2 FX Inverter Operating Modes ....................... 6 Table 3 FX Error Codes ............................ 7 Table 4 FX AC Modes ............................7 Table 5 FX Misc ..............................
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Page 6: Introduction
PC upon connection. The USB card must be set with the PC to match the MATE3. The initial MATE3 settings are a baud rate of 19200, 8 bits, no parity, and 1 stop bit. (See the MATE3 System Display and Controller Owner’s Manual.) -
Page 7: Installation
(HUB4 or HUB10). These connections are illustrated in the MATE3 System Display and Controller Owner’s Manual. NOTE: The Ethernet port on the back of the MATE3 is not used for PC communications. The USB cable must be plugged directly into the port on the USB card. -
Page 8: Fx-Class Inverter Data Stream
FX-Class Inverter Data Stream This is the data stream generated for each FX-class inverter connected to the system. This includes all variants on the FX such as VFX, GTFX, GVFX, and so on. The data stream for each inverter is 52 characters long. ... -
Page 9: Definition Of Data Stream Items For The Fx-Class Inverter
Port Number: Indicates the designation of the OutBack HUB port used by the inverter. The addresses will be 01 to 10 and will correspond to the appropriate numbered port. If the MATE3 is connected directly to the inverter without a HUB, this item will read 00. -
Page 10: Table 3 Fx Error Codes
FX-Class Inverter Data Stream EXAMPLE: A grid-interactive inverter has a SellRE setting of 25.6 Vdc and 10 amps (1200 watts) of AC output load. DC sources contribute 480 watts to the battery. The inverter maintains the battery at 25.6 Vdc by converting the excess 480 watts of DC power to AC. -
Page 11: Table 5 Fx Misc
FX-Class Inverter Data Stream Misc: This is an ASCII expression of an 8-bit byte, displayed in values Table 5 FX Misc ranging from 000 to 255. Each bit represents a different condition. Only Value Error two of the bits are used at this time (see Table 5). Bit 1 indicates an 230 Vac unit inverter with greater than 200 Vac output. -
Page 12: Radian-Class Inverter Data Stream
Radian-Class Inverter Data Stream This is the data stream generated for each “Radian-class” inverter connected to the system. (This includes all variations of the GS inverter.) The data stream for each inverter is 80 characters long. An example is 00,6,00,00,00,00,119,000,119,00,00,00,00,121,000,121,04,000,02,554,128,000,067. ... -
Page 13: Table 8 Data Stream Definitions For Radian-Class Inverters
Radian-Class Inverter Data Stream Table 8 Data Stream Definitions for Radian-Class Inverters Byte Definition Byte Definition Units digit of Sell current on line L2. New Line character, ASCII (10). Denotes the start of the status page. Comma, ASCII (44). Used as a data separator. Tens digit of Port number. -
Page 14: Definition Of Data Stream Items For The Radian-Class Inverter
(See Error Codes and Table 10 on page 12.) AGS Error: The MATE3 tried to automatically start the generator in Advanced Gen Start mode and failed. This error will also occur if the generator was successfully started by the MATE3, then stopped unexpectedly. -
Page 15: Table 10 Radian Error Codes
Radian-Class Inverter Data Stream EXAMPLE: Table 10 Radian Error Codes A grid-interactive inverter has a SellRE setting of 51.2 Vdc and 10 amps Value Error (1200 watts) of AC output load on L1. DC sources contribute 480 watts to Low Vac Output the battery. -
Page 16: Charge Controller Data Stream
Charge Controller Data Stream This is the data stream generated for each OutBack charge controller connected to the system. The data stream for each charge controller is 52 characters long. An example is 00,3,00,08,06,034,031,00,05,000,02,262,000,000,045. The items shown in Table 14 define the data stream by character. Specific descriptions for each category begin on page 14. -
Page 17: Definition Of Data Stream Items For The Flexmax Cc
Port Number: Indicates the designation of the OutBack HUB port used by the charge controller. The addresses will be 01 to 10 and will correspond to the appropriate numbered port. If the MATE3 is connected directly to the charge controller without a HUB, this item will read 00. -
Page 18: Flexnet Dc Data Stream
FLEXnet DC Data Stream This is the data stream generated for a FLEXnet DC (FNDC) battery monitor connected to the system. The data stream for is 52 characters long. An example is 0,4,0000,0126,0000,02,00023,287,099,001,00,33,062. The items shown in Table 18 define the data stream by character. ... -
Page 19: Definition Of Data Stream Items For The Flexnet Dc
FLEXnet DC Data Stream Definition of Data Stream Items for the FLEXnet DC Port Number: Indicates the designation of the OutBack HUB port used by the FLEXnet DC. The addresses will be 01 to 10 and will correspond to the appropriate numbered port. Device Type: Indicates the presence of a FLEXnet DC battery monitor. -
Page 20: Commands
Commands The MATE3 serial commands are text based, using a command and response method. For each command, there is a corresponding response. Commands start with a “<” and end with a “>”. Responses start with a “ [ “ and end with a “ ] ”. - Page 21 Set inverter’s float time in tenths of hours (all ports) <FLOATT:?> Returns inverter’s float time in tenth of hours [FLOATT:ttt] (all ports) <FIRM:p> Returns firmware revision of software for device connected to port p [FIRM:V1.V2.V3] <FIRM3:?> Returns MATE3 firmware revision [FIRM3:V1.V2.V3] 900-0137-01-00 Rev...
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Page 22: Index
Index AC Input Voltage Daily AH (CC) ...............14 FX ..................6 Daily Kilowatt-hours (CC)..........14 Radian................11 Data Stream AC Modes FLEXmax CC..............13 FX ..................7 FLEXnet DC Battery Monitor ........15 Radian................12 FX-Class Inverter.............5 AC Output Voltage Radian-Class Inverter............9 FX ..................6 Data Stream Definitions Radian................11 FLEXmax CC AGS Error... - Page 23 Index Inverter Current ............6 Inverter Error..............6 Inverter Operating Mode........6 Installation ................4 Misc................8 Inverter Current Pass-through .............6 FX ..................6 Port Number ..............6 Radian)................11 Sell Current..............6 Inverter Error Sell Enabled..............6 FX ..................6 Warning Codes............8 Radian................11 Radian Inverter Operating Modes AC Mode..............12 FX ..................6 AC Output Voltage ..........11 Radian................11 AGS Error..............11...
- Page 24 NOTES:...
- Page 25 Corporate Headquarters European Office 5917 – 195 St NE Hansastrasse 8 Arlington, WA 98223 USA D-91126 +1.360.435.6030 Schwabach, Germany +49.9122.79889.0 900-0137-01-00 Rev...
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what causes AC Out Shorted Error GS-5
The "AC Out Shorted Error GS-5" on the OutBack Power Technologies MATE3 indicates a short circuit in the AC output. This can happen even when the inverter is not actively inverting, as current may still flow if the inverter is on. Common causes include:
- A physical short in downstream wiring, such as damaged cables exposed to moisture.
- Faulty wiring in the AC output circuit or load panel.
- Internal issues in the GSLC (power panel) or control board.
To troubleshoot:
1. Turn off the AC output breaker. If the error stops, the short is downstream.
2. Turn off individual breakers in the load panel to isolate the faulty circuit.
3. If the error persists with the AC output breaker off, check the GSLC or control board for faults.
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