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Version: 2020-06-26
Quickstart
BACS Installation
BACS System
Hardware Components:
BACS Module
BACS Measuring Cable
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BACS Bus Cable
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BACS WEBMANAGER
CS141 SNMP Adapter Professional
+ BACS Bus Converter
BACSKIT_BSC4
- Slot Version
BACSKIT_LB4
- External Box
CS141 SNMP Adapter MODBUS/RS485
+ BACS Bus Converter
BACSKIT_SCMB4
- Slot Version
BACSKIT_LMB4
- External Box
BACS WEBMANAGER BUDGET_4
(with integrated BACS Bus Converter)
BACSKIT_B4
BACS SPLITTING BOX
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Summary of Contents for Generex BACS System
- Page 1 - Slot Version BACS Module BACSKIT_LMB4 - External Box BACS WEBMANAGER BUDGET_4 (with integrated BACS Bus Converter) BACSKIT_B4 BACS Measuring Cable BACS Bus Cable BACS SPLITTING BOX GENEREX SYSTEMS Computervertriebsgesellschaft mbH - www.generex.de - 1 GENEREX Systems Inc. - www.generex.us...
- Page 2 General Safety Precautions - Working with Batteries Improper use of the products described in this manual may lead to personal injury and/or property damage. GENEREX is not liable for injuries or damages that result from improper handling these products. Risks associated with improper use include: explosion, fire, and short circuits. Attention! Battery terminals are always live, so never place metal objects or tools on top of the batter- ies.
- Page 3 For this reason, never use batteries that are damaged or show high internal resistances CHECK ® The GENEREX service technician should monitor the BACS MODULES modules and the initial charge during the installation. Excessive DURING ®...
- Page 4 BACS® BC2 and BC5 cables in the same battery system.) This practice can damage modules/cables and lead to inaccurate measurements. For questions and comments refer to: www.generex.de support@generex.de GENEREX SYSTEMS Computervertriebsgesellschaft mbH - www.generex.de - GENEREX Systems Inc. - www.generex.us...
- Page 5 Use manufacturer's torque values for tightening pole bolts. Please note that a polarity reversal of the measuring cables can damage the integrated fuse of the cable. Order No.: BC4Bxx GENEREX SYSTEMS Computervertriebsgesellschaft mbH - www.generex.de - 5 GENEREX Systems Inc. - www.generex.us...
- Page 6 Note: Please refer to the battery manufacturers connection guidelines for resistance/impedance measure- ments. The connection stated in the quick start guide provides a high precision value any will not typically match up to the published battery manufacturing data sheets. GENEREX SYSTEMS Computervertriebsgesellschaft mbH - www.generex.de - GENEREX Systems Inc. - www.generex.us...
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Page 7: Installation Example
As standards, BACS modules are equipped with integrated temperature Optional you can get the Module with an external temperature sensor. BACS Module REV 3 with external temperature sensor (optional) GENEREX SYSTEMS Computervertriebsgesellschaft mbH - www.generex.de - 7 GENEREX Systems Inc. - www.generex.us... -
Page 8: General Instructions
This external temperature sensor is attached at the end of a 23 cm (9.06in.) or 90 cm (35.43in.) long cable. Please ensure that each sensor is at the same posi- tion of the batteries. GENEREX SYSTEMS Computervertriebsgesellschaft mbH - www.generex.de - GENEREX Systems Inc. - www.generex.us... -
Page 9: Mounting The Modules
Connect plug of the measuring cable to the socket at the back of the module. Installation example BACS Modules with connected measuring cables GENEREX SYSTEMS Computervertriebsgesellschaft mbH - www.generex.de - 9 GENEREX Systems Inc. - www.generex.us... -
Page 10: Installation Instructions
“side by side“: Order No.: B4BCRJXX The BACS bus cables are components specially designed for BACS system usage. By using substi- tute cables, the overall function of the system can not be guaranteed. In order to avoid unnecessary cable length, the bus cables are available in various length. - Page 11 10. Max. distance between the BACS_GX_R_AUX and the dry-contacts should not exceed 50m/1970in. in total. 11. Max. distance from CS141 to BACS Bus Converter should not exceed 2m/79 in. GENEREX SYSTEMS Computervertriebsgesellschaft mbH - www.generex.de - 11 GENEREX Systems Inc. - www.generex.us...
- Page 12 9. Max. distance from BACS WEBMANAGER to BACS CURRENT SENSORs should not exceed 10m/395in. 10. Max. distance between the BACS_GX_R_AUX and the dry-contacts should not exceed 50m/1970in. in total. GENEREX SYSTEMS Computervertriebsgesellschaft mbH - www.generex.de - GENEREX Systems Inc. - www.generex.us...
- Page 13 BACS WEBMANAGER and the connected modules. Use only the 6-pin original RJ12 cable included with BACS WEBMANAGER BUDGET, the BACS WEBMANAGER. COM3/AUX Port Warning Label GENEREX SYSTEMS Computervertriebsgesellschaft mbH - www.generex.de - 13 GENEREX Systems Inc. - www.generex.us...
- Page 14 Power Supply BACS BUS BACS WEBMANAGER BACS Kit Box with external BACS Bus Converter BACS Bus cables Power Supply BACS BUS Power Supply COM3/AUX COM3/AUX Special cable RJ12 GENEREX SYSTEMS Computervertriebsgesellschaft mbH - www.generex.de - GENEREX Systems Inc. - www.generex.us...
- Page 15 TING BOX at one BACS System. Distribute all BACS modules equally to the ports of the SPLITTING BOX. Ensure that each port can manage up to 50 BACS modules. Order No.: BCII_SPLITT GENEREX SYSTEMS Computervertriebsgesellschaft mbH - www.generex.de - 15 GENEREX Systems Inc. - www.generex.us...
- Page 16 BACS Bus cable BACS BUS Power Supply BACS Bus cable BACS BUS BACS BUS Installation of the BACS hardware complete For operational mode, the BACS modules need to be configured! GENEREX SYSTEMS Computervertriebsgesellschaft mbH - www.generex.de - GENEREX Systems Inc. - www.generex.us...
- Page 17 For connection to a PC/Laptop RS232-port, for addressing or readout the BACS modules via BACS_Programmer or BACS_Reader Software directly (provided RS232 cable - DSub9 -> Mini- Din8) . 12 RS485 Interface MODBUS variants: BACSKIT_SCMB4 and BACSKIT_LMB4 GENEREX SYSTEMS Computervertriebsgesellschaft mbH - www.generex.de - 17 GENEREX Systems Inc. - www.generex.us...
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Page 18: Initial Configuration
The CS141 slot card will be powered by the internal connectors of the slot provided by your UP. As soon as you plug in the slot card, it will power up and start booting. GENEREX SYSTEMS Computervertriebsgesellschaft mbH - www.generex.de - GENEREX Systems Inc. - www.generex.us... - Page 19 - „System“ - „Wizard“ 2.5 If you use the DHCP mode The GENEREX Netfinder is a small freeware tool that can help you in case of using DHCP and you need to know the IP address of your Webmanager. The Netfinder will search for all Webmanager de- vices inside your network and display them accord- ingly.
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Page 20: Basic Configuration
1. Under „System“, select „Network“ Enter valid IP address data: - „IP-Address“ - „Subnet Mask“ - „Default Gateway“ - „DNS Server“ 3. Press „Apply“ to save your settings. GENEREX SYSTEMS Computervertriebsgesellschaft mbH - www.generex.de - GENEREX Systems Inc. - www.generex.us... - Page 21 Login and check settings Log on to the web manager again: The upper area should show an „OK“. At the UPS monitor, UPS operational state data will be display- GENEREX SYSTEMS Computervertriebsgesellschaft mbH - www.generex.de - 21 GENEREX Systems Inc. - www.generex.us...
- Page 22 2. For a windows-based legacy tool set, refer the download section of www.generex.de. 3. The legacy tool set (BACS programmer, BACS Reader and BACS Viewer) pro- vides advanced functions for your BACS system. GENEREX SYSTEMS Computervertriebsgesellschaft mbH - www.generex.de - GENEREX Systems Inc. - www.generex.us...
- Page 23 This facilitates the identification of a BACS module. If you are unsure how many strings to enter, please ask your UPS manufacturer for further informations about your UPS system. GENEREX SYSTEMS Computervertriebsgesellschaft mbH - www.generex.de - 23 GENEREX Systems Inc. - www.generex.us...
- Page 24 Start address is 76 and ends at address 89: The BACS-Programmer will set up exactly 14 mo- dules and assigns the dedicated address range from 76 up to 89. Press „Start“ to begin. GENEREX SYSTEMS Computervertriebsgesellschaft mbH - www.generex.de - GENEREX Systems Inc. - www.generex.us...
- Page 25 Click on the „Stop“ button. Please note: In both cases the status LED of the modules must be green or flash green. GENEREX SYSTEMS Computervertriebsgesellschaft mbH - www.generex.de - 25 GENEREX Systems Inc. - www.generex.us...
- Page 26 „Off“ will close the BACS programmer and the BACS WEBMANAGER will enable normal operatio- nal mode and reboot your BACS System. Configuration tip for large installations: For larger systems, you may not be able to address all available modules at once, but they are needed the same time.
- Page 27 US: 120V AC / 12V DC gured IP address. Note: If you are running your adapter in DHCP mo- de, this step is omitted. Connection Diagram for the WEBMANAGER GENEREX SYSTEMS Computervertriebsgesellschaft mbH - www.generex.de - 27 GENEREX Systems Inc. - www.generex.us...
- Page 28 Wait until the first RI measurement has been carried out before continuing with chapter BACS Module & Alarm Threshold Setting BACS system status: 2 strings and 40 modules. For more information and operating instructions, please refer the BACS User Manual. GENEREX SYSTEMS Computervertriebsgesellschaft mbH - www.generex.de -...
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