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- Page 1 TRTC SERIES Battery Backup System for Traffic Signals Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual For Models: TRTC-0654-N1 • TRTC-0654-N2 TRTC-1124-N1 • TRTC-1124-N1 TRTC-2005-N1 • TRTC-2005-N1...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
1.5.2 ATS …...…............……………………………………19 1.6 TROUBLESHOOTING…...................20 1.7 EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE .............21 SECTION 2 - FEATURES…………………………………………………………...22 2.1.1 THE ADVANTAGES.....................22 2.1.2 A TOUR OF THE TRTC SERIES..……….............23 2.2.1 LCD PANEL ......................28 2.2.2 TRTC UPS OPERATING MODES...………............29 2.2.3 SELF TEST......................30 2.2.4 START UP ......................31 2.2.5 SHUTDOWN......................32... - Page 4 2.3.4.3 INPUT / OUTPUT VALUES................54 2.3.4.4 MAINTENANCE....................55 2.3.4.5 LINE SLOW DETECTION PARAMETERS............57 2.3.5 MENU TUTORIAL ....................60 2.4.1 BATTERY BACK-UP TIME TEST .................62 2.4.2 BATTERY MAINTENANCE………………... ………..........63 2.4.3 EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE ............63 2.4.4 TROUBLESHOOTING...................64 2.4.5 SPECIFICATIONS ....................66 2.4.6 TRTC SERIES RETURN INSTRUCTIONS ............68 2.4.7 WARRANTY……………………………………............69...
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Page 5: Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK To reduce the risk of electrical shock and to ensure the safe operation of the TRTC UPS, the important safety instructions are marked with the symbols as shown below. These symbols are used throughout this manual and wherever they appear, it indicates that the instructions should only be carried out by qualified personnel. - Page 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Only qualified personnel should service or supervise the service of the TRTC UPS. Danger: Sealed lead-acid batteries with high energy and chemical hazards are used. This manual contains important operation and safety instructions. TRTC UPS Safety System Checklist •...
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Page 7: Unpacking And Inspection Checklist
Battery Safety Checklist • High & dangerous voltages are present inside the system. Only qualified personnel should perform installation and maintenance. • Live battery wires must not touch the TRTC UPS chassis or any other metal objects. This can cause a fire or explosion. •... - Page 8 SAVE THE ORIGINAL SHIPPING BOX When returning the TRTC UPS for servicing, use the original shipping box with the supplied Styrofoam protectors. Manufacturer is not responsible for damage caused by improper packaging of returned systems. READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL Before installation, become familiar with the TRTC UPS by reviewing the procedures and drawings in this manual. If you have any questions about safe installation, operation, or maintenance, contact Manufacturer customer service department.
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Page 9: Section 1: Installation & Start-Up
Section 1: Installation & Start-Up Purpose: Describes the operation of the TRTC UPS System (Figure 1, 2 & 3). 1.1.1 System Description TRTC UPS System provides backup power to traffic control signal equipment. It consists of the TRTC Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) System, the Auto Transfer Switch (ATS), and batteries that provide backup power when the line is unqualified. -
Page 10: Front Panel Layout
The traffic signal cabinet is powered continuously when a TRTC UPS system is installed. The system allows connection for the normal utility power (using standard terminal blocks or Anderson PP45 Quick connector or IEC Socket) or an optional generator power. The optional bypass switch redirects utility power to the load and allows the TRTC UPS to be removed for service on a temporary or permanent basis without disrupting the operation of the traffic signal. -
Page 11: Auto Transfer Switch
TRTC-2005-N2 TRTC-2005-N1 1.1.3 Auto Transfer Switch The Auto Transfer Switch (ATS) shown below allows the UPS to be removed for service, replacement or maintenance without interrupting power to the traffic cabinet. Auto Transfer Switch Front Panel 1. Bypass/UPS switch allows the switching of the supply to the load between the incoming supply and the UPS, so the UPS can be isolated for maintenance. -
Page 12: Batteries
1.1.4 Batteries Different Amp-hour capacities or sizes of batteries can be used in the TRTC UPS system to provide various backup times. Two or Four batteries are connected in series for the required 24VDC or 48VDC. Contact customer service at Manufacturer for information on the battery best suited for your application. -
Page 13: Wiring
1.3 Wiring Purpose: Describes how to wire the TRTC UPS System. Danger: The utility input power line must have circuit breaker or fuse protection as per the local electrical code. It is referred as “Upstream Circuit Breaker” in this manual. Before wiring the system, determine the size of the load: START Put the Intersection in FLASH mode as soon... - Page 14 Step 1: Connect CONTROL wires START Connect the Battery Temperature Sensor to the terminal of the middle battery, Plug the connector on the other TRTC. end into the Connect the External Cabinet Fan and the RS232/ USB Computer Cable (if used). TIP: Torque status/self-test terminal block to a maximum of 4.4 lb in (0.5 Connect the programmable...
- Page 15 Step 3: Connect the Input and Battery START Connect the supplied black wire from the input receptacle at ATS to the INPUT terminal in the signal cabinet. Power Transfer Switch Plug the Red Battery connector into the TRTC. TRTC Front Panel UNIT IS READY FOR START UP...
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Page 16: Start-Up And Test
1.4 Start-Up and Test Purpose: Describes how to Start-up and test the system. TIP: If the system does not perform as described below, see the troubleshooting section in Section 1.6 of this manual. Step 1: Turn on the Utility Input Line Power START STARTUP PROCEDURE TIPS The TRTC automatically starts up in Standby... - Page 17 Step 3: Test the system START Turn OFF the upstream circuit breaker. The OUTPUT Green LED will flash and the LCD displays ON BATT, indicating that output AC power is supplied from battery power. bserve the Yellow Alarm LED. If it is on, follow the troubleshooting sequence as below: 1.
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Page 18: Shutdown
1.5 Shutdown Purpose: Describes how to shut down the system components for removal or maintenance. 1.5.1 TRTC UPS START Turn OFF the AC Input Circuit Breaker Turn OFF the Battery Circuit Breaker Danger: Shutting down the TRTC does not necessarily disconnect power to the loads. Unplug the battery connector. -
Page 19: Ats
1.5.2 START TIP: Verify that both the AC and Battery Breaker are OFF at the TRTC. Turn OFF the upstream circuit breaker Disconnect the UPS OUT Cord Disconnect the UPS IN cord Disconnect the INPUT & OUTPUT cord Auto Transfer Switch Remove and perform maintenance on the ATS Perform this procedure in reverse... -
Page 20: Troubleshooting
1.6 Troubleshooting TRTC System Troubleshooting Chart SYMPTON CAUSE REMEDY CLOSE the upstream utility breaker Upstream utility circuit breaker or or fuse fuse may be OPEN Check with the AC voltmeter & Utility AC Power not available contact the Utility Company No Output Available from ATS Wiring error... -
Page 21: Emergency Shutdown Procedure
1.7 Emergency Shut Down Procedure The TRTC is connected to more than one energy source. In an emergency, DISCONNECT utility input power, battery power, as well as an optional generator power, if utilized. Disconnecting all the AC and DC power sources will ensure that the output circuit is not live. -
Page 22: Section 2 - Features
2.1.1 The Advantages Advanced Power Protection Technology TRTC Series is an Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) also known as a Battery Backup System (BBS) designed for both indoor and outdoor applications. The TRTC provides continuous power to traffic and signal equipment. -
Page 23: A Tour Of The Trtc Series
2.1.2 A Tour of the TRTC Series Purpose: Describes the display, connections and switches on the TRTC Series front panel (Figures 12, 13 &14). TRTC-2005-N1/N2 TRTC-0654-N1/N2, TRTC-1124-N1/N2 Figure 12 24VDC/48VDC Battery Connector Connects the battery to the unit. The battery string voltage is 24VDC/48VDC. - Page 24 Figure 13 AC Input Circuit Breaker Acts as a line power ON/OFF switch to facilitate the unit’s maintenance or replacement. Must be in the ON position for normal operation. AC Input Inlet IEC-C14 Socket provided for the input of line power. 7.
- Page 25 9. Green Control Terminal Block This 22 position terminal block provides communication with the intersection controller, controls the Power Transfer Switch (PTS) and Programmable Input contact. Figure 16 shows its layout and operation. Note: Each of the six programmable contacts can be programmed for one or more functions such as: The Timer, Low Battery and On Batt.
- Page 26 TRTC Series Interior Microprocessor Note: These contacts have Note: The ATS contacts provide a direct a maximum rating of 1 Amp connection to the batteries through a on PCB at 240V. Only the first On mounted PTC Batt contact is illustrated.
- Page 27 Figure 17 10. Battery Temp Sensor It attaches the battery temperature probe to the unit for monitoring battery temperature. The charging voltage is temperature dependent. The microprocessor of the smart charger adjusts the voltage for optimum charging. The temperature probe connector must be plugged in for normal operation. The sensor end should be firmly attached to the terminal of the battery.
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Page 28: Lcd Panel
Section 2.2 Operation This section describes how to start, shutdown and operate the UPS. 2.2.1 The LCD Panel Purpose: Describes the LCD display menus (Figure 18) and use of user-friendly sub-menus (Figure19). When the Output LED is: Operating Modes YY/MM/DD format •... -
Page 29: Trtc Ups Operating Modes
2.2.2 TRTC Operating Modes Purpose: Describes the Operating modes. TIP: The LCD automatically displays the following modes when they change. LCD Shows Explanation This mode is displayed when the unit is first turned on. The inverter remains off and the TRTC STANBY does not provide output power to the loads. -
Page 30: Self Test
2.2.3 Self-Test Purpose: Describes the Self-Test. Caution: This procedure should not be performed when critical loads are running that depend on the unit for backup power. The Self-Test confirms that the unit can transfer into and out of Battery mode while supporting the output load at the same time. Procedure: START Self-Test TIP: The duration of self-test can be adjusted via... -
Page 31: Start Up
2.2.4 Start Up Purpose: Describes the Start Up procedure. START One at a time, turn ON the output / loads. Turn OFF: All Loads, the AC Input, Battery START UP FINISHED and Utility Power circuit breakers. Turn On the upstream Battery circuit breaker. -
Page 32: Shutdown
2.2.5 Shutdown Purpose: Describes the shutdown procedure. START Turn OFF the AC Input circuit breaker Turn OFF the Battery circuit breaker Turn OFF the upstream utility input circuit breaker and unplug the battery cable SHUTDOWN FINISHED... -
Page 33: Battery Replacement
2.2.6 Battery Replacement Purpose: Describes how to change the battery. Caution: While the battery is being changed, the TRTC cannot provide backup power. This procedure should not be done while critical loads are running that depend upon the TRTC’s backup power. BATTERY CHANGING PROCEDURE NOTE: The ALARM LED remains ON during this procedure. -
Page 34: Lcd Menu Tree
2.2.7 LCD Menu Tree and Main Screen Purpose: Shows the Menu Tree (Figure 20). TIP: • The Alarm and Fault submenus alert the operator of a problem with the TRTC. When the alarm or fault LED is ON, press the ENTER button. One of the conditions described in Section 2.2.12 or 2.2.13 appears on the LCD screen. •... - Page 35 Purpose: Shows the Main screen. ITEM LCD SHOWS DESCRIPTION Main screen Main screen Date & Timer Line 1 Main screen Status Line 2 Contact status 123456 Ext Fan status F AVR setting Bu: Buck, Bo: Boost Sense Type setting N: Normal, G: Generator Main screen The output voltage (true RMS) Line 3...
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Page 36: Status Submenu
2.2.8 Status Submenu Purpose: Describes how to use the Status Submenu to measure the input and output parameters. Procedure: On the main screen press ENTER to get to the status menu. After entering into STATUS menu, you can press UP/DOWN to view UPS status information. ITEM LCD SHOWS DESCRIPTION... - Page 37 Page 7 The status of the program contact 2. Program Contact 2 status Page 8 The status of the program contact 3. Program Contact 3 status Page 9 The status of the program contact 4. Program Contact 4 status Page 10 The status of the program contact 5.
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Page 38: Config Submenu
2.2.9 Config Submenu Purpose: Describes how to access and program various critical parameters. Procedure: On the main screen press DOWN to get to the Configuration menu. After entering the Configuration menu, you can press UP/DOWN button to select the UPS CONFIG you wish to execute: FUNCTION LCD SHOWS ACTION... - Page 39 PROGRAM CONTACT 3 Indicates programmed values of contacts 3 and allows values to be changed. PROGRAM CONTACT 4 Indicates programmed values of contacts 4 and allows values to be changed. PROGRAM CONTACT 5 Indicates programmed values of contacts 5 and allows values to be changed.
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Page 40: Maintenance Menu
2.2.10 Maintenance Menu Purpose: Describes how to access, and view and modify various parameters for the maintenance. Procedure: On the main screen press UP to get to the MAINTENANCE menu, then use UP/DOWN button to select the Functionality Menu, See below for details. When entering this menu you will need to enter password. The default password is 1111. - Page 41 SET DATE/TIME It indicates current date and time. The display of the item to be set will be flashing. In sequence of Year, Month, Date, Hour, Minute, use UP/DOWN to adjust, then press "Enter" to confirm. The format of Date is 20yy/mm/dd. The period can be displayed is from Year 2016 to Year 2099 (i.e., from 2016/01/01 to 2099/12/31).
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Page 42: Alarm Menu
2.2.11 Alarm Menu Purpose: Describes the Alarm Submenu and how to use the LCD for troubleshooting. (Figures 21, 22 and 23) Procedure: When the Yellow ALARM LED is ON, the unit has an alarm, indicating a condition not serious enough to stop it from providing output power. -
Page 43: Fault Menu
2.2.12 Fault Menu Purpose: Describes the Fault Submenu and how to use the LCD for troubleshooting. (Figures 24, 25 and 26) Procedure: When the RED FAULT LED is continuously ON, the unit has a fault, indicating a condition where backup power is unavailable. -
Page 44: Low Battery Mode Status
2.2.13 Low Battery Mode Status Purpose: Describes the various states of the Low Battery Mode (Figure 27). Low Battery Warning default set at 23.5 / 47.5VDC, USER PROGRAMMABLE. Low Battery Shutdown @ 21 / 42VDC in 3 seconds Fully Charged 28 / 56VDC Low Battery Warning @ 23.5/ 47.5VDC Low Battery Disconnect @ 20/ 40VDC in 10 seconds... -
Page 45: Rs232/Usb Set-Up
The TRTC Series uses a standard DB-9, RS232 cable or USB cable. When the DB-9F, (female connector) on the front panel is connected to a PC with Windows terminal emulation software, the TRTC series can be remotely monitored, controlled and calibrated using RS232 ASCII commands. 2.3.1.1 Wiring Set-Up Procedure... -
Page 46: Hyperterminal Set Up
(see Figurers 28 to 35) The following Hyper Terminal setting is recommended for local or remote communication between TRTC series & PC. For this tutorial, Com 1 is used. Verify the designation of COM port, where RS232/USB cable to PC is connected such as COM1, COM2, etc. - Page 47 Step 3: The Connect To screen (Figure 30) appears. Select the COM port from the drop down menu as shown. TRTC series Click OK Figure 30 Connect to Screen Step 4: The COM Properties screen appears (Figure 31). Select the port settings as shown.
- Page 48 (Figure 33). In the File menu, go to Properties and Click. Figure 33 TRTC Series Hyper Terminal Screen Step 8: The [Name of Unit] Properties screen appears (Figure 34) Click on the Settings Tab. Select the fields as shown. Step 9: Click the ASCII Setup button.
- Page 49 Step 11: Click OK. The [Name of Unit] properties window (Figure 34) reappears. Step 12: Click OK HyperTerminal setup is completed. Press Enter to go to TRTC Series screen (Figure 33). Press Enter to access the unit via RS232 / USB communications. The Main Menu (Figure 36) appears. Figure 35...
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Page 50: Main Menu
2.3.3 The Main Menu Purpose: Describes the Main Menu (Figures 36 to 39). The RS232 / USB menus are hierarchical. Press ENTER to access the top-level menu (Figure 36). Figure 40 shows the Menu Tree. The main menu displays the sub menu numbers, the line status, the unit’s output status and any faults or alarms that may be present. - Page 51 Tabulation of various items that appears under the Line Status, Output Status, Faults and Alarms are shown in figures: 37, 38 and 39. LINE STATUS Line Status: [Current Status] Normal Input power is normal Output Status: [Current Status] Boost Input power is out of tolerance. Boost mode is Content Status: [Current Status] activated Ext.
- Page 52 FAULT DISPLAYS Line Status: [Current Status] Short-Circuit Output Short Circuit Output Status: [Current Status] Content Status: [Current Status] Vout_Hi Output Voltage High Ext. Fan Status: [Current Status] Vbat_Hi Battery Voltage High Faults: [If any, otherwise blank] Vbat_Lo Battery Voltage Low Alarms: [If any, otherwise blank] Ambient Battery Temperature High or Temp_Hi...
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Page 53: Menu Tree & Rs232/Usb Sub Menus
2.3.4 Menu Tree & RS232 / USB Sub Menus Purpose: Describes the RS232 / USB Menu Tree that include: Unit Specifications, Input / Output Values, Maintenance and Line Slow Detection Setup Sub Menus (Figures 40 to 45) 2.3.4.1 RS232 / USB Menu Tree The complete MENU Tree is shown on the next page with all default values. -
Page 54: Unit Specifications, Input / Output Values
2.3.4.2 Unit Specifications, Input / Output Values Menu 1 below (Figure 41) lists the TRTC series specifications. Procedure: At the main menu, type 1 and press Enter. The screen displays the Unit Specifications as shown below. To return to the main menu, press Enter. -
Page 55: Maintenance
2.3.4.4 Maintenance Menu 3 below (Figure 43) lists the various maintenance options. Procedure At the main menu, type 3 and press ENTER. The Maintenance Menu shown below is displayed. To return to the main menu, press ENTER. [ 3 - Maintenance ] 30 Battery Test Options The start - stop for the Battery Test / Self-Test is initiated here. - Page 56 Password Changing Procedure 1. Go to Menu 33. 2. Type the current password (the factory set password is 1111) and press Enter. 3. The words “Enter New Password” appears on the screen. Type the new password (any combination of 4 digits) and press Enter.
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Page 57: Line Slow Detection Parameters
(lower) or boost (raise) the supply voltage without having to go onto battery or involve any other active TRTC UPS board level components. The TRTC series input transformer has a second tap off the primary winding. When activated, the transformer will automatically switch to the secondary tap to buck or boost the voltage output 10%, thereby keeping the output within an acceptable range. - Page 58 TRTC 120V series Parameter Descriptions (All levels are user programmable; some values are interdependent) AVR Feature Disable AVR Feature Enable Default RANGE Default RANGE Setting Setting 40 Slow Detect High Voltage TLV On Battery Mode When input voltage exceeds this level, TRTC 120V 130VAC 120~150VAC 150VAC...
- Page 59 TRTC 220/230/240V series Parameter Descriptions (All levels are user programmable; some values are interdependent) 220V 230V 240V Default Default Default RANGE RANGE RANGE Setting Setting Setting 40 Slow Detect High Voltage TLV 275VAC 287VAC 300VAC On Battery Mode When input voltage exceeds this level, TRTC 2X0V 275VAC 287VAC 300VAC...
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Page 60: Menu Tutorial
2.3.5 Menu Tutorial Purpose: shows how to use the menus (Figures 47 to 50) This tutorial shows how to change the Battery Test Options. The other menus function in the same manner. 1. At the main menu (Figure 36), type 3 and press Enter. The Maintenance Menu 3 appears as below (Figure 47). - Page 61 3. To change the battery test period, type 300 and press Enter. The words “Enter Password” appear on the screen. Type the password (the factory set password is 1111) and press Enter. If the wrong password is typed, the screen displays “Error in entering data… please try again.” Type the correct password and press Enter.
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Page 62: Battery Back-Up Time Test
2.4.1 Battery Back-Up Time Test Purpose: Describes how to measure the back up capacity of batteries. This test provides the measurement of back-up time during power outage by actually discharging the batteries. The back- up time is load as well as battery dependent, thus more back-up time is available with a lower load (in Amps or Watts) and less time with more load. -
Page 63: Battery Maintenance
2.4.2 Battery Maintenance The batteries are maintenance-free. Battery life can be affected by many factors such as: operating temperature, number of discharges during the battery’s life, and periodic Preventative Maintenance (see 2.4.1). This system complies with the battery manufacturer’s specifications for optimum performance and the longest possible battery life. 2.4.3 Emergency Shutdown Procedure TURN-OFF BOTH THE AC &... -
Page 64: Troubleshooting
Purpose: Describes the most common problems with the TRTC Series. There are NO Maintenance items inside the TRTC Series and it should be opened or serviced only by factory authorized service personnel, failure to do so will void the WARRANTY. If it fails to perform a specific function, Figure 50 below lists typical symptoms, causes and solutions. - Page 65 Check that battery connection have proper torque Check battery cable harness for connection error, loose / open connections Battery circuit OPEN Check battery voltage is correct Batteries will NOT Check if battery breaker is closed charge Replace the bad battery, if any Wrong or bad temperature probe Use Factory supplied temperature probe reading connected at front panel...
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Page 66: Specifications
2.4.5 Specifications Electrical Specifications Functions Output Apparent Power Brownout Protection This unit boosts the output voltage (or transfers TRTC-0654-N1/N2: 650VA to Battery) during Brownout or Low input line TRTC-1124-N1/N2: 1100VA conditions and returns to Normal when input TRTC-2005-N1/N2: 2000VA power stabilizes and returns to Normalcy. (Inverter Mode) These values for Transfer / Retransfer, To / 2000VA (Line Mode) - Page 67 22 Position Terminal Block Functions A. Provides 6 sets of programmable contacts at pin 1 thru pin 18 for intersection flash control, Remote Alarms, Pagers or other user interface. 1. “Low Batt”: batteries have reached approximately 40% capacity remaining 2. “On Batt”: unit is in inverter mode 3.
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Page 68: Trtc Series Return Instructions
(COD and freight collect cannot be accepted). Contact Customer Service for ordering any parts or service. For service, parts or technical information contact: Marathon Power is available for customer service between 7:00am and 6:00pm PST, Monday-Friday and can be contacted as follows: Phone:... -
Page 69: Warranty
Marathon Power warrants to Rockwell Automation, and not for the benefit of anyone else that this product at the time of its sale by Marathon Power, is free of defects in materials and workmanship for five (5) years from the original purchase date. - Page 72 Marathon Power, Inc. 2020 2538 E. 54th Street Huntington Park, CA 90255 Office: 310-689-2328 Fax: 310-689-2329 support@marathon-power.com www.marathon-power.com © 2020 Marathon Power Inc. MP_TRTC Series_User_Man_Apr_2020...