Information on CE Compliance Alpha Technologies Communications Module, model USM 2.5, has been qualified as an EMC Class B product, when configured in an Alpha Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) product.
Safety Safety Notes This symbol identifies conditions and actions that pose a hazard to the user. This symbol cautions the user of conditions and actions that may damage the power supply or associated equipment. This symbol identifies a condition that may be corrosive to equipment and parts, or damaging to skin.
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Safety Warnings, continued • Avoid any contact with gelled or liquid emissions from a valve-regulated lead-acid (VRLA) battery. Emissions contain dilute sulfuric acid which is harmful to the skin and eyes. Emissions are electrolytic, which are electrically conductive and are corrosive. Follow the Chemical Hazards notes if contact occurs.
Safety Battery Safety Lead-acid batteries contain dangerous voltages, currents and corrosive material. Battery installation, maintenance, service and replacement must be performed by authorized personnel only. Any gelled or liquid emissions from a Valve-Regulated lead-acid (VRLA) battery contain dilute sulfuric acid, which is harmful to the skin and eyes. Emissions are electrolytic, which are electrically conductive and corrosive.
Safety Maintenance Guidelines The battery maintenance instructions listed below are for reference only. Battery manufacturer’s instructions for transportation, installation, storage or maintenance take precedence over these instructions. • To prevent damage inspect batteries every 3 months for: -Signs of battery cracking, leaking or swelling. The battery should be replaced immediately by authorized personnel using a battery of the identical type and rating.
1. Installation Installation in an XM Series 2 Power Supply 1. Record the transponder address (located on the sheet metal of the front panel). Disconnect here 2. Open the power supply enclosure. NOTE : Backup power will not be available while batteries are disconnected.
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1. Installation Installation in an XM Series 2 Power Supply, continued 10(b). For a USM2.5 with two ribbon cable sockets (J2, J3): Attach one end of the 3-position ribbon cable to the connector (JP2) at the top of the transponder, and the other two connectors to the USM2.5 (J2, J3). (fig. D) 8 Position DIP Switch Captive...
1. Installation Transponder Inputs and Outputs The following section describes the input and output connections on the transponder. Refer to the sections indicated below for a brief description and pin-out of the connector. CPU LED Flashing: Normal operation, P-Code running. Solid: Initial start-up, R-Code running.
1. Installation Battery Monitor Connections Refer to section 4 for wire kit part numbers. WARNING: Verify that the 10 Position jumper on the transponder is set to the proper battery voltage prior to connecting the battery monitor wire kit. NOTE: A maximum of 12 batteries can be monitored by the transponder.
1. Installation Generator Connection The Generator Connector provides the Transponder with alarms and status signals. Control signals can also be sent to the generator for test and Run / Stop. Refer to the ECM operation and maintenance manual for further information on the generator connections. PIN # Generator connection APU Fail / Major Alarm...
1. Installation Generator Ignition Battery Connection The Generator Battery Connector provides the transponder with voltage information on the Ignition Battery and optional ambient temperature probe. PIN # Generator Connection Ignition Battery Negative / Chassis Ground Ignition Battery Positive External Temperature Probe Ignition Battery Negative / Chassis Ground Wire Entry View...
1. Installation COMM and RF Connections The COMM connector allows the technician to bypass the RF modulator and communicate with the transponder through a PC's RS-232 serial port. The RF connector is the primary I/O port to the head-end modem. COMM (RJ-11) Battery Breaker...
2. Specifications Channel Parameters Channel Parameter name Units Maj Low Min Low Min Hi Maj Hi Note Description Analog Inputs Internal Temperature (C) External Analog Inputs Temperature Analog Inputs AC Output Current 1 (AMPS) 25.5 Analog Inputs AC Output Current 2 (AMPS) 25.5 Analog Inputs...
3. Transponder Driver: The correct Acterna device driver must be downloaded from the HEC to the transponder. The following is Acterna’s list of device drivers for embedded (internal) transponders in Alpha Technologies XM2 power supplies, as of 17 October 2002. Acterna...
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3. Troubleshooting Important Troubleshooting Notes, continued If there are two power supplies in the same enclosure, make sure that the interface cable from the generator ECM is connected to the correct embedded transponder. 4. Battery Voltage Jumper: Verify that the battery voltage jumper block is in the correct position: •...
3. Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Specifics and Testing Troubleshooting Problem: Missing parts or shipping damage. Solution: Contact Alpha Technologies at: Alpha Technologies, Inc. 3767 Alpha Way Bellingham, WA. 98226 360-647-2360 Problem: Unable to communicate with transponder. Solution: Check port assignments, cables, and RPS name / port.
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