Communications Interface Board - Kohler MF1500DPA User Manual

2: General Description
2.6.1

Communications interface board

Details of the communications interface board connections are provided in Chapter 9 (Options) later in this manual.
Network interface card slots (Slots 1/2) – two network interface card slots are provided to enable the UPS system to be
incorporated into a network manage system for control and monitoring purposes using a compatible SNMP/Ethernet
interface card.
Input Dry Ports X1, X7, X8 – these are volt-free inputs:
X1 is connected to standard inputs that signal; Generator ON, External output circuit breaker closure (option),
External maintenance bypass closure, remote shutdown
X7 & X8 are configurable volt-free inputs
Input analogue port X6 – this input port is designed for industry standard 1-24V or 4-20mA analogue sensors.
The input to this port is programmable and can be customised according to the customer's requirements. All
customisation must be carried out in the factory, before despatch.
Battery temperature sensor input X3 – for use with the standard battery sensor option offered by Kohler
Modbus communication power X4 – differential 5V RS485 signals
CAN bus communication port X5 – differential 5V RS485 signals
Output Dry Ports X2, X10, X11 – these offer volt-free output connections:
X2 provides standard output that signal; common alarm, battery low, load on inverter, mains failure
X10 & X11 offer configurable volt-free outputs
+24Vdc Output X9 – this provides a 24V power supply for the externally connected switched inputs
Smart Port J1 – RS232 serial port, 9-pin male D-type connector. Used to connect to a PC for data connection
USB – Same function and data stream as that connected to the RS232 port (J1). Only one port (USB/J1) may be in use at
any time
Graphical display interface J3 – RJ45 connector interfaces the UPS with the graphical system control panel mounted on
the door of the distribution frame.
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Figure 2.20 Communications interface board
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