OutBack Power Technologies MATE3s Programming Manual

System display and controller

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MATE3s Programming Guide © 2017 by OutBack Power Technologies. All Rights Reserved.
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Date and Revision
August 2017, Revision B
Part Number
900-0125-12-02 Rev B
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Programming Guide
MATE3s System Display and Controller
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Load Grid Transfer
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AC Coupled Control
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FLEXtime Schedule
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Navigation Keys (buttons)
Four navigation keys are located on the lower half of the MATE3s. They are protected by the front cover when
it is in place. The navigation keys allow the user to move around within the menu structure. They also provide
access to the Main Menu programming and the various components connected to the HUB.
The TOP navigation key (A) returns the operator to the top of the Main Menu for the selected device.
From the Main Menu, the TOP or LOCK keys return the operator to the Home screen.
The UP navigation key (B) returns to the menu item on the previous screen that was used to access the current screen.
It moves up, or back, one screen in the menu map for the selected device. See the MATE3s Menu Map.
The LOCK navigation key (C) locks the access to prevent unauthorized changes to the system settings. It also provides
access to the Enter Password screen. (See page 2.)
The PORT navigation key (D) cycles through each device connected to a port on the HUB Communications Manager.
See page 6 for OPTICS RE monitoring with this key.
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Features
NOTE: This document assumes knowledge of features, functions, and operation
of other OutBack products. Con sult appropriate literature as necessary.
Main Menu
Settings Menu
B
System Menu
B
A A
Home Screen
or
A
B

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Date and Revision Four navigation keys are located on the lower half of the MATE3s. They are protected by the front cover when it is in place. The navigation keys allow the user to move around within the menu structure. They also provide August 2017, Revision B access to the Main Menu programming and the various components connected to the HUB.
  • Page 2: Access To The Main Menu

    The control wheel is a touch-sensitive navigation control with a center button. It is used to navigate through the (such as when to start or stop a generator). The MATE3s allows a user to view, monitor, and establish all the settings advanced menu structure.
  • Page 3: Recommended Programming Order

    Firmware Updates (see page 51 and the MATE3s Overview Guide) for this screen is Settings, MATE3s. It can also copy a configuration from an SD card to an identical system. but the actual screen name Each menu has a set of menu options. Each menu option has a set of menu items.
  • Page 4 AXS Port Owner’s Manual. The SunSpec Interface menu item enabled). This allows the MATE3s to Be sure to adjust these Mon to enables or disables this type of data stream from the MATE3s. 1 to 31 2011+ (optional) addresses to the...
  • Page 5 Notes — Any combination of characters up to 31 characters maximum. IMPORTANT: After changing the installer password, cycle the power to the MATE3s. Unplug the cable, wait 5 seconds, then plug it back in. This will ensure the new installer password is saved. Page 8...
  • Page 6: Inverter Settings

    Transfer Delay — Sets the duration that the input AC voltage or frequency may exceed limits before the inverter disconnects itself. This may be preceded by a warning and may be followed by a Last AC Disconnect message. (See the MATE3s Overview Guide.) responding to global charger commands.
  • Page 7 <Off> deactivates the AUX output. It displays Manual Off. Note that the AUX output may still activate from the settings of ● Output Voltage — Adjusts the inverter or MATE3s functions such as AGS. (See page 25.) Remote mode should be used to prevent unwanted activations. voltage while inverting. NOTE: This is a list of all modes.
  • Page 8 Ranking the master will not invert and will not connect to an AC source. The MATE3s will register an event and will display the following message: Each inverter uses power An inverter firmware mismatch has been detected.
  • Page 9 Calibration does not change the actual output of the inverter, only the reading of that output. NOTE: For instructions on installing .GIP files for Grid Support functionality, see the inverter Installation Manual. Page 16 Page 17 900-0125-12-02 Rev A ©2017 OutBack Power Technologies. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 10 Model Select, and all items in the Grid Interface subsequent increases in selling or other Protection menu (including Grid Support). The forms of offsetting (Normal Ramp). inverter Operator’s Manual specifies these settings. Page 18 Page 19 900-0125-12-02 Rev A ©2017 OutBack Power Technologies. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 11: Charge Controller Settings 20 E

    See the charge controller literature of VOC increase for wakeup needed to leave Not all inverters are grid-interactive. If the MATE3s is connected to a non-grid-interactive inverter, Grid-Tie Mode will not function if selected. Snooze mode and begin MPPT. (The charge for an explanation of the cycle.
  • Page 12 Remote allows the AUX output to be activated by manual or ◘ Float activates the AUX output when the charge IMPORTANT: automatic commands based in the MATE3s (such as AGS). controller enters the Float stage. It can operate a Calibration does not change the actual “charged” indicator.
  • Page 13: Battery Monitor Settings 24 Ab

    <Continue> soft key will appear. Pressing this key returns the Reset FLEXnet DC to Factory Defaults? screen to the Battery Monitor menu. NOTE: The MATE3s has certain additional functions that can be used with the FLEXnet DC. See M-8 on page 40. Page 24 Page 25 900-0125-12-02 Rev A ©2017 OutBack Power Technologies.
  • Page 14: Mate3S Settings 26 F

    See the OutBack product literature for more information on wiring these devices. the generator fails to connect, the MATE3s displays an AGS Fault message on the GEN hot key screen. A fault is added to the event log. The EVENT LED indicator will illuminate. This period can be anywhere from 5 to 30 minutes.
  • Page 15 2 Hour Start Enable — enables (Y) or disables (N) the 2-hour timer. Voltage should be set for a major discharge. Met display. (See the MATE3s Overview Guide.) If Days Since Parms Met is equal or higher, then the generator will run until The range varies with battery voltage.
  • Page 16 • AGS Timers This is a period of time when the generator is scheduled to run briefly This is a read-only screen that displays times and values for the MATE3s regardless of other conditions. The exercise function can operate once a functions described on the preceding pages.
  • Page 17 The remaining columns display the possible reasons for the generator to stop. The possible stop reasons To test the AGS function through the MATE3s: are connected to the start reasons. For example, a generator which started due to Load kW can stop due to 1.
  • Page 18 19:53:25 This shows more of the data log ● Internal Data Log Write Interval — the interval (60 to 3600 seconds) at which data is recorded for the MATE3s graphs. as it actually appears. The rows for ● SD Card Data Logging Mode — the level of selectivity for downloading data to the SD card.
  • Page 19: High Battery Transfer (Hbx)

    ™ When deciding whether to use Mini Grid mode or HBX, the user should consider the aspects of each. the charger. Mini Grid logic is based in the FXR inverter and can function in the absence of the MATE3s. HBX logic is based in ™...
  • Page 20: Grid Use Time

    The total ◘ Monday – Friday evenings at 6 PM, the MATE3s issues a USE command to the inverter allowing the AC input source to be used. charge controller current cannot exceed this number.
  • Page 21 This screen allows the user to erase the settings ● If <No> is selected, the screen returns to the MATE3s inverter’s Offset function. (See the Operator’s Manual for more information on this function.) menu. No changes will be made to any settings.
  • Page 22: Profile Wizard (W)

    To restore a profile that was previously saved: NOTE: Pressing the <Exit> soft key will return to the Main Menu without saving From the Profile Wizard menu, select Restore Profile. The MATE3s will access or applying the profile. All changes will be lost.
  • Page 23 (screen I in this example) returns to equal the Wizard voltages plus 0.1 Vdc (for 12- or 24-volt systems) or 0.2 Vdc (for 36- or 48-volt systems). The MATE3s HBX Grid Connect changes to 12.2 Vdc (or equivalent values ™...
  • Page 24 In either case: Wait for the confirmation screen to appear. After the screen appears, press <Continue> to return to the Setup Complete screen J. Page 46 Page 47 900-0125-12-02 Rev A ©2017 OutBack Power Technologies. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 25: Device Data Logs

    Battery V NOTE: This header line is included in the download. 10/13/17 0:00 0:00 24.1 29.1 10/12/17 0:00 0:00 24.1 29.0 10/11/17 0:00 0:00 24.1 28.7 Page 48 Page 49 900-0125-12-02 Rev A ©2017 OutBack Power Technologies. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 26: Event Logs

    Use <Delete> to erase characters when highlighted. Press <Save> to save the new event log name. Saving to SD Card will The MATE3s can be updated to the latest revision by installing the latest firmware. Firmware can be ordered on be displayed.
  • Page 27: Troubleshooting

    AGS fault. Calibration menus. See page 16 and page 23. See the MATE3s Overview Guide and the inverter literature for more information on warnings and errors. See page 32 for more information on testing AGS.
  • Page 28 CE Conformance European EN 55022 Class B Firmware Revision This manual applies to MATE3s System Display and Controllers with a firmware version of 001.001.xxx or higher. FCC Information to the User This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device when powered by a DC source, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.

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