Alarm Features ............................1 1.5. Controlled Run Down Test ........................2 1.6. MPM-100 Features ..........................2 1.7. Battery Monitor Data Manager (BMDM) Program Features ..............2 1.8. Optional and additional Accessories....................... 3 ...
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Figure 18. MPM Model Number Communication Option B ................13 Figure 19. MPM Model Number Communication Option C ................14 Figure 20. MPM Model Number Communication Option D ................14 Figure 21. MPM Model Number Communication Option E ................15 ...
1. MPM‐100 General Description The MPM‐100 is a stand‐alone monitor for communication and power industry applications. What sets Albér monitors apart from others is their ability to provide early warning of battery problems. The monitor checks the state of health of each cell by performing a proactive resistance test, a reliable predictor of battery performance. In addition, to indicate immediate battery health and monitor status of a given location, the system reports to a Central computer (a generic PC) displaying status screens. Using polling and data transfer algorithms, the Battery Monitor Data Manager program lets a Central computer manage over 1000 monitor systems. Data is stored in the computer database for later analysis and reporting. At any time, service personnel may call a battery location from the Central computer or a remote location (such as from home), or directly connect to the monitor without losing contact with the computer. The Data Manager string and monitor status indicators make central battery monitoring easy. Terms such as Discharging, Alarm or Warning for string status or Active for monitor status quickly summarize events. Conditions reported to the Central computer are displayed as a list, to easily identify trouble spots. The system also features several methods of automated reporting of alarm occurrences, such as contacting key personnel via a pager, email or fax. Flexibility was a major design consideration. Because the monitors are stand‐alone units with no external computer needed, a primary protocol using Modbus ASCII was selected to let you incorporate the monitor into large‐scale facility monitors. This allows third‐party interfaces to access all the stand‐alone features of the monitor, yet leaves the advanced features of the Data Manager remote communication software available for service personnel. 1.1. Normal Operating Mode In normal mode, the system scans all parameters in one to five seconds, depending on the configuration. As readings are taken, they are compared to user‐programmed alarm levels. The monitor can then call a Central computer and energize an alarm contact if a parameter exceeds a level. Front panel LEDs indicate scan and alarm status, and alarm events are stored in memory for future analysis. 1.2. Discharge Mode If a discharge is detected, the system goes into a data logging mode and stores battery voltages and discharge current into a discharge record. 1.3. Resistance Test Mode A battery resistance test may be performed at user‐set intervals. The test is similar to that performed by the ...
1.5. Controlled Run Down Test You can program time intervals (in days) and length of time (in minutes) to have a contact closure optionally put the system on battery. During this time, the system treats the condition as a discharge and saves the changing parameters to a discharge record for playback and analysis. 1.6. MPM-100 Features This section describes standard and optional MPM‐100 features. NOTE: Some features require optional accessories or are unit configuration dependent. Scans all pertinent battery parameters, such as overall voltage, cell voltages, current, and temperature. Performs a scheduled resistance test of all cells/jars, intertiers, and stores results for trending analysis. Auto detects discharges based on Overall Volts or Discharge Current, and stores data for real time or accelerated time playback. Signals if any parameter is outside user‐programmed limits, energizes a Form C relay contact, and calls a Central computer to report the alarm condition. Incorporates a Form C alarm contact for monitor hardware failure or power failure. Incorporates three 3 programmable contacts that are configurable to N/O or N/C. Communicates with an external computer via USB, modem, and RS‐232/RJ‐45/LAN. Performs a scheduled, user‐programmed test of putting the system on battery and monitoring discharge, with real time or fast time playback. Monitors up to 16 digital inputs. Network compatible. ...
1.8. Optional and additional Accessories The standard optional accessories are shown here, others are also readily available 954‐623‐6660. Optional and Additional Parts Description Photo Purpose Shunt Shunt for measuring discharge current. 4720–017 PHOTOS and PART NUMBERS VARY WITH CONFIGURATION REQUIREMENTS Figure 1. Shunt/Shunt Adapters Ambient Temperature probe that hangs free for temperature probe ambient temperature measurement. 2900–029 Refer to drawing BDS–159–A421. Figure 2. Ambient Temperature Probe 2900–029 Electrolyte Teflon coated probe, may be immersed in temperature probe a flooded cell. Refer to drawing BDS– 2900–010 159–A421. Figure 3. Electrolyte Temperature Probe 2900–010 ...
External Network Interface 2025–063 Please refer to part number 4000– to include 047R1.0, UDS‐10 External Network 2025–063P Interface Setup User’s Guide for further 2025–118 instructions. 2025–120 4000–047R1.0 Figure 4. External network interface Use Drawing BDS–1120–A483 Rev C ‐ 600 amp CT PHOTOS VARY DEPENDING UPON 5610‐016 MODEL(S) CHOSEN Figure 5. 600 amp Current Transducer (CT) Float current measurement transducer for a single string. FCCP Kit NOTE: 5610‐051 Part number 5610‐050 is for dual strings and would include one more clamp on the probe. Figure 6. Multitel Float Charging Current Probe Kit 4200-062 Revision 2.01...
2. Panel Controls and Indicators 2.1. Panel Controls and Indicators This section describes the front and rear panels that comprise a typical MPM–100 system. Figure 7. Rear Panel with RJ45 Figure 8. Rear Panel with RS–232 Figure 9. Front Panel ...
RED (R) – normal condition disabled alarm manual or indicates operating detected reporting using automatic hardware conditions BMDM software. resistance test. failure is detected Figure 10. Front Panel Indicators Close up Local Port Local Port Switch Alarm Reset Enables the front USB or rear During normal operation, resets alarms. If held USB port – Connects to a RJ–45 LAN/RS‐232. When during power up, clears existing names in the laptop computer for the switch is lit, the front monitor, disables alarms, disables dial out, clears servicing purposes. USB port is selected. data memory, and resets password to ‘alber.’ Figure 11. Front Panel Connector and Controls 4200-062 Revision 2.01...
J2 Local Port J5 J1, J3, J4, J6, J7 May be an RS– Provides for alarm (Parameter & Current Transducer CT Sense lead wiring to these 232 or an RJ– System) & digital input relay connector – optional. connectors – Depends upon 45 network connections on all MPM Provides for signal battery configuration. port (LAN). The configurations. Two sets of dry connection and +15V Cell/Jar voltage sense leads front panel Form C alarm contacts are also and –15V power for up connect from J1 to the Local Port available. to 4 discharge CTs and individual cells/jars. (& J3 Switch enables Do not use for current signal connection for the on units with the expansion this port. transducers if J5 is available. Float Current Sensor. module) TELCO Load Connections ...
3. MPM-100 Configurations This section is an overview of the MPM‐100 monitor configurations. 3.1. MPM Model Number Description The MPM can accommodate up to 30 different battery configurations, which may be modified for nonstandard battery configurations. (For example, a 1 x 60 configuration can have 59 cells.) The MPM‐100 model numbers are structured as follows. 1001‐nnnA xxxxxx MPM model. Group of letters/numbers that indicates the following options: Position 1 (Xxxxxx): Power A = Unit is powered by AC wall plug. (Available only on 120V units.) D = Unit is powered by the DC bus. Position 2 (xXxxxx): Communication options (fiber optic, Ethernet or RS‐232). Refer to Communication Options in this manual for details. Position 3 (xxXxxx): Method of sensing discharge current. C = Current transducer. S = Shunt. Position 4 (xxxXxx): Float current transducer. [blank] = No float current transducer. F = Float current transducer. Position 5 (xxxxXx): Main power line frequency. 5 = 50Hz. 6 = 60Hz. ...
3.2. MPM Configuration Options To determine MPM hardware configuration, cross‐reference the model number using the standard MPM Configuration Options Chart. For special configurations or custom system integration for OEM applications, contact Albér at 954‐623‐6660. Model Configuration Description Number 12V Systems 398 MPM‐100‐1x10x1* 1 string of 10 – 1v cells in series. 399 MPM‐100‐2x10x1 2 strings in parallel of 10 – 1v cells in series. 400 MPM‐100‐3x10x1 3 strings in parallel of 10 – 1v cells in series. 401 MPM‐100‐4x10x1 4 strings in parallel of 10 – 1v cells in series. Figure 13. MPM 12V Systems Configuration Options Chart Model Configuration Description Number 24V ‐36V Systems 360 MPM‐100‐1x20x1 1 string of 20 – 1v cells in series. 371 MPM‐100‐2x20x1 ...
380 MPM‐100‐3x4x6 3 strings in parallel of 4 – 6v modules in series. 381 MPM‐100‐4x4x6 4 strings in parallel of 4 – 6v modules in series. 374 MPM‐100‐1x3x8 1 string of 3 – 8v modules in series. 343 MPM‐100‐2x3x8 2 strings in parallel of 3 – 8v modules in series. 344 MPM‐100‐3x3x8 3 strings in parallel of 3 – 8v modules in series. 345 MPM‐100‐4x3x8 4 strings in parallel of 3 – 8v modules in series. 330 MPM‐100‐1x2x12 1 string of 2 – 12v modules in series. 331 MPM‐100‐2x2x12 2 strings in parallel of 2 – 12v modules in series. 332 MPM‐100‐3x2x12 3 strings in parallel of 2 – 12v modules in series. 333 MPM‐100‐4x2x12 4 strings in parallel of 2 – 12v modules in series. *1 volt cells are NiCd Figure 14. MPM 24V ‐ 36V Systems Configuration Options Chart Model Number Configuration Description 38 ‐ 60V Systems 392 MPM‐100‐1x38x1 ...
MPM‐100‐1x15x8 1 string of 15 – 8v modules in series. 377 MPM‐100‐2x15x8 2 strings in parallel of 15 – 8v modules in series. 390 MPM‐100‐1x8x12 1 string of 8 – 12v modules in series. 412 MPM‐100‐2x9x12 1 string of 9 – 12v modules in series. 356 MPM‐100‐1x10x12 1 string of 10 – 12v modules in series. Figure 16. MPM 60V ‐ 120V Systems Configuration Options Chart 4. MPM-100 Specifications Power 15 watts maximum. When monitoring 24V to 48V batteries, operates directly from the bus. When monitoring 120VDC batteries, powered off the battery or a 115VAC wall plug transformer. The transformer must be on a protected (uninterruptible) power source (UPS). Wall Plug Transformer: Albér part number 4000‐029 Input: 100 to 240VAC, 50Hz/60Hz, 1.0A maximum Output: 24VDC (nominal), 1.5A 36W maximum 4.1. Fuses On PC Board (Not user replaceable) Fuse F1/F1A: 2A FB. Fuse F2: 1A FB. ...
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Alarm reset. Normally‐open dry contact required. *Optional temperature and current transducers are required. Actual number of inputs are model dependent. Contact Alber for additional information 954‐623‐ 6660. Outputs Three programmable relay contact configured to N/O or N/C Parameters alarm contact: one Form C alarm relay contact, 2A at 30VDC. Hardware failure or power failure alarm contact: one Form C alarm relay contact, 2A at 30VDC. Charger control relay: one NO dry contact, 2A at 30VDC. LEDs (one each): green status, red alarm, red alarm disable, green resistance test on, and red hardware error. Measurement Range / Tolerance Cell resistance ...... 0 to 32,000µ .. 5% of reading ±1 Communication A USB port A modem serial port An RJ‐45 connection or RS‐232 port connection Protocols: Modbus and SNMP. Data Storage 2 nonvolatile memory for calibration constants, alarm levels, telephone numbers, and setup ...
Agencies UL listed. File number E212234. CE approved. 5. Communication Options This section describes the letter used in the second position of the MPM model number. Refer to the MPM‐100 Configurations section for more details. Communication Option A Option A This is for one MPM that will be accessed by one PC, either locally with an RS‐232 connection or via Dedicated Phone Line telephone connection. OR RS‐232 Phone Line NOTE: For all features to operate, the phone line used for the MPM must be dedicated to the MPM. Figure 17. MPM Model Number Communication Option A ...
Communication Option C Option C This is for one MPM that will be accessed locally by one PC via an RS‐232 connection and Dedicated Phone Line RS‐232 That will also be accessed by Phone Line Phone Line additional PCs via a telephone PC 2 PC 1 PC 5 connection. NOTE: If the locally RS‐232 Phone Line Phone Line connected PC is not the Central PC 4 PC 3 computer, then for all features to ...
Communication Option E Option E This is for one MPM that will be accessed Ethernet by two or more PCs locally. Option Card This option requires installation of the LAN option in the MPM, and This option also requires connection of the MPM to an existing LAN or installation of a PC 1 LAN. The LAN can be set up to allow MPM PC 3 PC 2 access via the Internet. ...
Communication Option G Option G MPM 1 MPM 2 This is for two to 16 MPMs that will be accessed by one or more PCs via a phone line connection, and Fiber optic Telco Serial Port There will be one phone line for up Multiplexer to 16 MPMs. Dedicated phone line A Telco Serial Port Multiplexer is Phone Line Phone Line required. PC 1 PC 2 ...
Communication Option J MPM 1 MPM 2 Option J This is for two to 16 MPMs that will be accessed by one PC via a Fiber optic serial connection and other PCs via a phone line connection, and RS-232 Serial Telco Serial Port There will be one phone line for Port Multiplexer Multiplexer up to 16 MPMs. Dedicated phone line RS‐232 PC 5 An RS‐232 Serial Port Multiplexer Phone Line ...
Communication Option L Option L This is for two or more MPMs that will be accessed via a LAN and/or an Ethernet Ethernet Internet connection. Option Card Option Card This option requires installation of the LAN option in the MPMs, and This option also requires connection PC 1 of each MPM to an existing LAN or installation of a LAN. PC 2 PC 3 ...
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