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S O L A R C O N T R O L L E R S
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PROSTAR VERSIONS INCLUDED IN THIS MANUAL
Rated Solar Current
Rated Load Current
System Voltage
Digital Meter Option
Positive Ground Option
PROSTAR VERSIONS INCLUDED IN THIS MANUAL
RSPSupply - 1-888-532-2706 - www.RSPSupply.com
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PS-15
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15A
12/24V
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1098 Washington Crossing Road
Washington Crossing, PA 18977 USA
phone: 215 321 4457
fax: 215 321 4458
email: info@morningstarcorp.com
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PS-30
PS-15M-48V
30A
15A
30A
15A
12/24V
48V
yes
standard
yes
yes
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- Page 1 12/24V 12/24V Digital Meter Option standard Positive Ground Option PROSTAR VERSIONS INCLUDED IN THIS MANUAL 1098 Washington Crossing Road Washington Crossing, PA 18977 USA phone: 215 321 4457 fax: 215 321 4458 email: info@morningstarcorp.com RSPSupply - 1-888-532-2706 - www.RSPSupply.com http://www.RSPSupply.com/p-8569-Morningstar-PS-30M-PG-Charge-Controller-12/24V-30A.aspx...
- Page 2 PROSTAR DIMENSIONS 6.01 (153) 5.37 (136) 3.50 (89) 4.14 (105) (4.57) 2.17 (55) inches (mm) RSPSupply - 1-888-532-2706 - www.RSPSupply.com http://www.RSPSupply.com/p-8569-Morningstar-PS-30M-PG-Charge-Controller-12/24V-30A.aspx...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
10.0 SPECIFICATIONS........17 RSPSupply - 1-888-532-2706 - www.RSPSupply.com http://www.RSPSupply.com/p-8569-Morningstar-PS-30M-PG-Charge-Controller-12/24V-30A.aspx... -
Page 4: General Information
1.0 GENERAL INFORMATION Thank you for selecting the ProStar solar controller. This second generation ProStar adds new features and protections using highly advanced technology. Morningstar’s patented PWM battery charging algorithm has also been further optimized for longer battery life and improved system performance. -
Page 5: Led Indicators
BLINKING indicates PWM charging (regulation) YELLOW: ON indicates battery at middle capacity RED: BLINKING indicates a low charge state and a low voltage load disconnect (LVD) warning ON indicates the load has been disconnected (LVD) RSPSupply - 1-888-532-2706 - www.RSPSupply.com http://www.RSPSupply.com/p-8569-Morningstar-PS-30M-PG-Charge-Controller-12/24V-30A.aspx... -
Page 6: Digital Meter & Manual Disconnect
(solar only) 5.4 SELF-DIAGNOSTICS (SELF-TEST) If the push button is held down for 4 seconds, the ProStar will go into automatic self-diagnostics. Note that the button must be released to start the self-test. RSPSupply - 1-888-532-2706 - www.RSPSupply.com http://www.RSPSupply.com/p-8569-Morningstar-PS-30M-PG-Charge-Controller-12/24V-30A.aspx... - Page 7 ProStar. Some faults may exist that are not detected by the self-test, but the large majority of potential faults will be tested and reported in this self-diagnostic test. Refer to section 9.0 for more information. RSPSupply - 1-888-532-2706 - www.RSPSupply.com http://www.RSPSupply.com/p-8569-Morningstar-PS-30M-PG-Charge-Controller-12/24V-30A.aspx...
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Page 8: Installation Instructions
Confirm that the solar array and loads will not exceed the current rating of the ProStar version being installed. Multiple ProStar units can be paralleled at the system battery to increase the solar capacity, but do not parallel loads. RSPSupply - 1-888-532-2706 - www.RSPSupply.com http://www.RSPSupply.com/p-8569-Morningstar-PS-30M-PG-Charge-Controller-12/24V-30A.aspx... - Page 9 • there is a short circuit in the load (LEDs blinking R/G – Y) • there is an overload condition (LEDs blinking R/G – Y) • the load is not connected, not working, or turned off Confirm the load is working properly before going to Step 7. RSPSupply - 1-888-532-2706 - www.RSPSupply.com http://www.RSPSupply.com/p-8569-Morningstar-PS-30M-PG-Charge-Controller-12/24V-30A.aspx...
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Page 10: Operation
Battery type selection (see section 6.2, Step 7) c. Disconnect button / Self-test (see section 5.2 and 5.4) d. Reset if a load short circuit does not automatically clear (see section 7.3) e. Maintenance (see section 7.4) RSPSupply - 1-888-532-2706 - www.RSPSupply.com http://www.RSPSupply.com/p-8569-Morningstar-PS-30M-PG-Charge-Controller-12/24V-30A.aspx... -
Page 11: Operations & Functions
• Temperature sensor failure – a remote probe failure defaults to the internal temperature sensor, which defaults to a fixed 25°C if it fails CAUTION: One source of potential damage to the controller is a reversed battery polarity (+/–) together with a polarized or short-circuited load. RSPSupply - 1-888-532-2706 - www.RSPSupply.com http://www.RSPSupply.com/p-8569-Morningstar-PS-30M-PG-Charge-Controller-12/24V-30A.aspx... -
Page 12: Inspection & Maintenance
“on-off“ mode. In the future, this can be reversed back to PWM if the cut jumper leg is soldered back together. RSPSupply - 1-888-532-2706 - www.RSPSupply.com http://www.RSPSupply.com/p-8569-Morningstar-PS-30M-PG-Charge-Controller-12/24V-30A.aspx... -
Page 13: Battery Charging Information
The battery type selection can be changed at any time. 8.3 PROSTAR CHARGING FEATURES Other ProStar capabilities for best battery life follow: • Night Disconnect: The solar array automatically disconnects at night to prevent reverse current leakage from the battery. RSPSupply - 1-888-532-2706 - www.RSPSupply.com http://www.RSPSupply.com/p-8569-Morningstar-PS-30M-PG-Charge-Controller-12/24V-30A.aspx... -
Page 14: Testing And Troubleshooting
If the self-diagnostic test indicates that no failures were found, it is very likely that the problem is with the solar system or battery. 9.2 TECHNICAL SUPPORT Additional technical information and support can be found at Morningstar’s Website: www.morningstarcorp.com 9.3 TESTING WITH A POWER SUPPLY The ProStar can be tested with a power supply used in place of either the solar array input or the battery. -
Page 15: Troubleshooting
2. BATTERY VOLTAGE IS TOO HIGH • First check the operating conditions to account for temperature compensation (a 15°C / 59°F temperature will increase PWM regulation by 0.3V for a 12V battery) and automatic equalizations. RSPSupply - 1-888-532-2706 - www.RSPSupply.com http://www.RSPSupply.com/p-8569-Morningstar-PS-30M-PG-Charge-Controller-12/24V-30A.aspx... - Page 16 Then measure the voltage at the LOAD terminals, and if there is no voltage present the controller may be defective. NOTE: For more technical and testing information, visit Morningstar’s Website: www.morningstarcorp.com RSPSupply - 1-888-532-2706 - www.RSPSupply.com...
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Page 17: Specifications
Designed in the U.S.A. G to Y 12.1 13.1 Y to G Assembled in Singapore. Y to Blink R 11.7 12.6 Blink R to Y Blink R to R 11.4 12.6 R to Y MS-ZMAN-PS01-A (April 01) RSPSupply - 1-888-532-2706 - www.RSPSupply.com http://www.RSPSupply.com/p-8569-Morningstar-PS-30M-PG-Charge-Controller-12/24V-30A.aspx...
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