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Enterprise Power Solutions Installation and Operation Guide Issue: IPN 997-00012-56C Issue Date: September 2008 Refer to the separate SC200 or SC100 system controller handbook for full details of the system controller operation - www.Powerware.com/DC_manuals. Eaton Corporation Telecommunications Solutions Division www.powerware.com...
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Information contained in this document is subject to change without further notice. Subject to the right to use its equipment, Eaton Corporation does not convey any right, title or interest in its intellectual property, including, without limitation, its patents, copyrights and know-how.
About This Guide Scope This guide covers installation, operation and maintenance of Enterprise Power Solutions. Refer to the separate SC200 or SC100 system controller handbook for full details of the system controller operation - www.Powerware.com/DC_manuals. Audience This guide is intended for use by: Electronic equipment installers competent in: •...
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Backup and Restore........................36 Starting the SC200 or SC100....................37 SC200............................... 37 SC100............................... 37 SC200 or SC100 Operation using the Keypad and Screen ..........38 Keypad Access Security........................ 38 Alarm Indicators..........................39 SC200 or SC100 Operation Using a PC/Laptop..............39 Using DCTools via USB (SC200 only)..................
EPS2 models accommodate one or two EPR48-3G or APR48-3G rectifier modules, an • SC200 or SC100 system controller, and a circuit breaker distribution module. EPS5 models accommodate up to five EPR48-3G rectifier modules, an SC200 or SC100 • system controller, and a circuit breaker distribution module.
EPS2 models, up to 5 in EPS5 models. terminals 1-10 on rear) (Use Rectifier blank panel RM3B-A01 to cover SC200 or SC100 system controller (see details an un-used rectifier position) on page 5) Battery circuit breaker 1 (connected to battery...
The system controller is supplied pre-configured. Some configuration file changes can be made with the keypad, or all settings can be changed via a PC connected to the USB (SC200) or RS232 (SC100) interface. Basis operating information is available in System Controller on page 75. For further details refer to the System Controller Operation Handbook (see Related Information on page i).
Communication with an alarm management system using voltage-free relay contacts (on an IOBGP I/O board) Compatible Software The following software is compatible with the SC200 or SC100 system controller: DCTools Configuration Software. Latest version is available free from • www.powerware.com/downloads.
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• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. • Changes or modifications to the equipment not approved by Eaton Corporation could void the FCC authority to operate the equipment. Telecom Ground and dc Supply Bond to Chassis •...
The following procedure is to connect an Ethernet and/or RS232 communications cable to the rear ports on an SC200 system controller only. Ignore this task if the system controller is an SC100 type (SC100 has a front connect RS232 connector only).
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Installation Step 2 - Route communications cable(s) to rear of SC200 Top cover Communications cable Cable entry (also used by temperature SC200 system controller sensor cable) Step 3 - Plug into Ethernet and/or RS232 port as required See the diagram on page for position of Ethernet or RS232 port on rear of SC200.
• The rectifier alarm LEDs will turn on for a short time. • The SC200 or SC100 system controller will turn on (green Power On LED is on) when • the rectifiers start. During start-up of the system controller the rectifier yellow alarm LEDs will flash •...
Enterprise Power Solutions Installation and Operation Guide After start-up of the system controller: Press any key on the system controller to silence the alarm (SC200 only). • Depending on the configuration file settings, one or both alarm LED(s) may be on and the system controller may display some system alarm messages.
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Start-Up Step 2 - Systems without batteries connected Ignore this Step if the EPS2/EPS5 system has batteries connected. In the SC200 or SC100 configuration file, set the battery capacity to zero (to indicate no batteries are connected): • Either: On SC100 go to: Menu > Configuration > System > Edit > Battery Capacity >Edit, or...
Start-Up of the EPS2/EPS5 is now complete and the system is operational. For information on how to use the SC200 or SC100 system controller see SC200 or SC100 Operation in the System Controller Operation Handbook (see Related Information) on page For information on alarms, or operation problems see Maintenance on page 43.
39) or remotely, see Communications Options in the System Controller Operation Handbook. Backup and Restore The configuration file settings in the SC200 or SC100 can be saved to (Backup) or loaded from (Restore) a PC/laptop using DCTools/Web. Backup and Restore can be used to: Load a standard (master) configuration file into an SC200 or SC100 for customization.
System Controller Starting the SC200 or SC100 When dc power is applied to the SC200 or SC100 (via the RXP connector YS11) the start-up sequence begins. SC200 Approx. Start-up screen Summary screen Main menu All active alarms are See details on page 61.
• Protected - keypad access is denied (can be temporarily over-ridden, see below), or • PIN Protected (SC200 only) - keypad access is allowed when a 4-digit number is • entered in the Access PIN field. ► To temporarily enable keypad access when access is set to Protected Press Up and Down keys together for approximately 10 seconds.
DCTools can be run on a PC/laptop connected to the SC200's USB port. DCTools can also be run on a remote PC/laptop connected to the SC200's RS232 serial port (via a modem) or Ethernet port. For remote PC/laptop connection details see Communications Options in the System Controller Operation Handbook.
System Operation in the System Controller Operation Handbook. For help using DCTools press F1. Using DCTools via RS232 DCTools can be run on a PC/laptop connected to the SC200 or SC100's RS232 port. For remote PC/laptop connection details see Communications Options in the System Controller Operation Handbook.
For details of the SC100 control and monitoring functions available via DCTools see System Operation in the System Controller Operation Handbook. For help using DCTools press F1. SC200 or SC100 Identity Information The following identity information is stored in the SC200 or SC100. Parameter Description Where to find:...
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Enterprise Power Solutions Installation and Operation Guide If required, the following site specific information can be stored in the SC200 or SC100 to assist site management. Parameter Description Where to find: System The manufacturer of the dc power Manufacturer system.
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Enterprise Power Solutions Installation and Operation Guide Step 6 - Adjust battery capacity in configuration file (if required) • In the SC200 or SC100 configuration file, set the battery capacity according to the number of battery modules connected: • Either: On SC100 go to: Menu >...
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24 hours after long-term storage. Step 7 - Adjust battery capacity in configuration file (if required) • In the SC200 or SC100 configuration file, set the battery capacity according to the number of battery modules connected: •...
24 hours after long-term storage. Check the battery recharge date on the shipping carton label. Do not use the batteries if • the date has expired and the batteries were never recharged. Contact your Eaton dc product representative for advice. Battery Disposal and Recycling Follow Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) guidelines or the equivalent local regulations to dispose of all batteries.
Enterprise Power Solutions Installation and Operation Guide Replacing the System Controller The SC200 or SC100 system controller can be replaced without switching off the dc power system and disconnecting the equipment it powers. Before you start, you need A PC/laptop with the latest version of DCTools software installed and a connection •...
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If there is no LVD Characterization alarm then ignore this step. If the SC200 or SC100 indicates an LVD Characterization Error alarm then: On the SC200 go to: Battery > LVDs > LVD1 > Options, or on the SC100 go to: Menu > Configuration > Low Volts Disconnect If available, select Characterize With IOB Values.
The following diagram shows the Status Screens and main navigation. Any active alarms are displayed in rotation. Operate control processes. Scroll to show any other rectifiers. SC200 or SC100, I/O board and rectifier identity information. List of any active alarms. Configure control processes.
North America: NEMA L6-15 Other countries: 10A min. rating Connector 2: IEC type C-15 USB A/B cable - for use with SC200 system RadioShack 55010997, Jaycar WC7700, or equivalent. controller RS232 DB9 F/F Null-modem cable - for use with RadioShack 55010600, Jaycar WC7513, or equivalent.
Please enter as much information as you can. Send the completed form, together with the item for repair to your nearest authorized service agent. NOTE: Only one fault to be recorded per form. For further information contact your Powerware dc product supplier or Eaton Corporation, Telecommunications Solutions Division. See contact details on page 73. Or email: CustomerServiceNZ@eaton.com...
Worldwide Support Worldwide Support For product information and a complete listing of worldwide sales offices, visit Eaton's Powerware website at: www.powerware.com or email: DCinfo@eaton.com For technical support contact either your local Powerware dc product representative, the closest office from the following list, telephone (+64) 3 343-7448, or email CustomerServiceNZ@eaton.com...
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