Visio-900-0124-01-00 Rev A · Connecting the MATE3 to a computer or network router requires...
Transcript of Visio-900-0124-01-00 Rev A · Connecting the MATE3 to a computer or network router requires...
UP
PORT
TOP
LOCK
BATTERY STATUS
INVERTER
GEN
CHARGER
EVENTS
FAVORITE
AC INPUTOutBack Power
1.5 kW0.1 kW
115 V1.5 kW
85%
28.5 V
System OK
0.00 kW
0.0 kW
GG
Contents:Installation…………………………………………..…….. 1Connecting to a Personal Computer ……………..…… 2Controls and Features……………...……….…………... 3Home Screens
Off Grid…………………………………….………... 4Grid Tie……………………………………….……... 5Backup………………………………………………. 6
Basic Navigation…………………………………………. 7Soft Keys:
Inverter Input Select………………………………… 8Inverter ………………………………………..…….. 9Battery ………………………………………..……...10Charge Controller ………………...…………...……11
Hot Keys:Inverter ……………………………………….………12Generator …………………………………..……..... 12Charger……………………………………………….13Events ………………………………………………..14AC IN ………………………………………………... 14Favorites ……………………………………………..14
Accessing the Main Menu………………………………. 15Menu Map Overview…………………………………….. 16Settings Menu
System & Inverter (FX)..………………………... 17Inverter (Radian) & Charge Controller …………... 18Battery Monitor & MATE3…………………………..19
Configuration Wizard:New Configuration……………………………….….20Existing Configuration…………..………..………... 21Restore Configuration………….………...…...…... 22Configuration Wizard (Save)……………...………. 23
Device Data Logs………………………………………... 24Event Logs……………………………………………….. 24Firmware Updating………………………………………. 25
PV +
PV –
BAT–
BAT +
MATE Port
(RJ45)
RTS Port
(RJ11)
In 23.2 V 0.0 AOut 27.6 V 0.0 A
0.000 kW 0.0 kWHAUX: OFF Sleeping
MATE RTS
1st
MATE1234
PV +
PV –
BAT–
BAT +
MATE Port
(RJ45)
RTS Port
(RJ11)
In 23.2 V 0.0 AOut 27.6 V 0.0 A
0.000 kW 0.0 kWHAUX: OFF Sleeping
MATE RTS
1st
MATE12345678910
MATE RTS
900-0124-01-00 Rev A.vsd\Installation\2012-12-06©2012 OutBack Power Technologies. All Rights Reserved. Page 1
Inst
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MATE3 to Communications Manager (HUB4 or HUB10)
MATE3Inverter (Master)
Inverter (Slave)
FLEXmax Charge
Controller
Communications Manager (HUB4) MATE3
Inverter
Communications Manager (HUB10)
FLEXmax Charge
Controller
PV +
PV –
BAT–
BAT +
MATE Port
(RJ45)
RTS Port
(RJ11)
In 23.2 V 0.0 AOut 27.6 V 0.0 A
0.000 kW 0.0 kWHAUX: OFF Sleeping
MATE3 to FLEXmax Charge Controller
MATE3
FLEXmax Charge Controller
MATE RTS
MATE3 to Inverter
MATE3 Inverter
To program the settings for the system on the MATE3, see the Programming section of the MATE3 Owner’s Manual.
To program the settings for the system on the MATE3, see the Programming section of the MATE3 Owner’s Manual.
Single Inverter
Stacked Inverters
PV +
PV –
BAT–
BAT +
MATE Port
(RJ45)
RTS Port
(RJ11)
In 23.2 V 0.0 AOut 27.6 V 0.0 A
0.000 kW 0.0 kWHAUX: OFF Sleeping
PV +
PV –
BAT–
BAT +
MATE Port
(RJ45)
RTS Port
(RJ11)
In 23.2 V 0.0 AOut 27.6 V 0.0 A
0.000 kW 0.0 kWHAUX: OFF Sleeping
PV +
PV –
BAT–
BAT +
MATE Port
(RJ45)
RTS Port
(RJ11)
In 23.2 V 0.0 AOut 27.6 V 0.0 A
0.000 kW 0.0 kWHAUX: OFF Sleeping
MA
TER
T S
1st
MATE12345678910
PV +
PV –
BAT–
BAT +
MATE Port
(RJ45)
RTS Port
(RJ11)
In 23.2 V 0.0 AOut 27.6 V 0.0 A
0.000 kW 0.0 kWHAUX: OFF Sleeping
MA TE
RT S
1st
MATE12345678910
MA
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T S
1st
MATE12345678910
MA
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T S
1st
MATE12345678910
900-0124-01-00 Rev A.vsd\Monitoring on PC\2012-12-06©2012 OutBack Power Technologies. All Rights Reserved. Page 2
Inst
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Connecting the MATE3 to a personal computer for monitoring
FLEXmax Charge
ControllerCommunications Manager (HUB4) MATE3
Inverter
Personal Computer
FLEXmax Charge
Controller
Communications Manager (HUB4) MATE3
Personal Computer
Network Switch
Inverter
FLEXmax Charge
Controller
Communications Manager (HUB4) MATE3
Inverter
Universal Wi-Fi Network Adapter
Wireless Router Personal
Computer
Personal ComputerWireless
Router
MATE3FLEXmax Charge
Controller
Communications Manager (HUB4)
Inverter
Direct
Using a Network Router
Using a Network Switch
Wireless-to-Wireless
IMPORTANT:DHCP must be enabled.
For an INTERNET Connection:DHCP must be disabled.A Static IP Address must be set.Port forwarding must be enabled and set.
For an INTRANET connection:DHCP must be enabled
IMPORTANT:DHCP must be disabled. A static IP address must be set on the computer and the MATE3.
IMPORTANT:DHCP must be disabled. A static IP address must be set on the computer and the MATE3.CAT5 cross-over cable may be required.
IMPORTANT:Connecting the MATE3 to a computer or network router requires advanced knowledge of network protocols and how to manually set an IP address and port forwarding.
UP
PORT
TOP
LOCK
BATTERY STATUS
INVERTER
GEN
CHARGER
EVENTS
FAVORITE
AC INPUTOutBack Power
1.5 kW0.1 kW
115 V1.5 kW
85%
28.5 V
System OK
0.00 kW
0.0 kW
GG
UP
PORT
TOP
LOCK
BATTERY STATUS
INVERTER
GEN
CHARGER
EVENTS
FAVORITE
AC INPUTOutBack Power
1.5 kW0.1 kW
115 V1.5 kW
85%
28.5 V
System OK
0.00 kW
0.0 kW
GG
Ethernet Port
Port to HUB or OutBack
Device
Side View Back View
900-0124-01-00 Rev A.vsd\Controls and Navigation\2012-12-06©2012 OutBack Power Technologies. All Rights Reserved. Page 3
Front View
Removing the Front Cover
Replacing the Front Cover
Grasp the edges of the front cover and pull gently away from the navigation panel.
Align the front cover with the navigation panel and allow the magnets to pull it into place.
Navigation and Programming Controls
TOP Navigation
Key
UP Navigation Key
Port Navigation Key
Control WheelENTER Button
LOCK Navigation
Key
Inverter Hot Key
Charger Hot Key
Inverter Status LED
Charger Status LED
Gen(erator) Hot KeyGEN Status LED
Events Hot KeyEvents Status LED
AC Input Hot KeyAC Input Status LED
Favorites Hot KeyFavorite Status LED
Soft Keys (x4)
Battery Status LEDs (x3) LCD
User Panel
Front Cover
SD Memory Card Slot
OutBack Power
1.5 kW1.5 kW
115 V1.5 kW
85%
28.5 V
System OK
0.00 kW
0.0 kW
GG
OutBack Power
1.5 kW1.5 kW
115 V1.5 kW
85%
28.5 V
System OK
0.00 kW
0.0 kW
GG
Con
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Network Status LEDs
900-0124-01-00 Rev A.vsd\Home Screen - Off Grid\2012-12-06©2012 OutBack Power Technologies. All Rights Reserved. Page 4
Home Screens
Meter Bars
Off-grid Home Screen (Default)
Without FLEXnet DCWith FLEXnet DC
Off-grid Mode
Meter BarsMuch of the Home screen data is shown by kilowatt meters in the form of black bars. These meter bars expand to the right or to the left with an increase in wattage. The meter bars next to the various icons are based on System Information. The scale of a bar will vary with the size set for each element.
The meter bar represents the charge controller output and is scaled according to the Array Wattage setting.
The left meter bar represents inverter output and is scaled to the Gen kW Rating setting. If Gen Type is set to DC, this bar is scaled to the Max Inverter kW setting.
The right meter bar represents the inverter’s charger output and is scaled to the Max Charger kW setting.
The meter bar represents the generator output and is scaled to the Gen kW Rating setting.
G
G
OK
OutBack Power
1.5 kW0.1 kW
115 V1.5 kW
28.5
28.5 V
System OK
0.00 kW
0.1 kW
GG
OutBack Power
1.5 kW0.1 kW
115 V1.5 kW
85%
28.5 V
System OK
0.00 kW
0.0 kW
GG
This symbol indicates that no problems are noted with either the inverter, the generator, or the batteries.
If an inverter fault occurs, it will be replaced with the symbols ! . (An event message will also appear.)
If a generator fault occurs, it will be replaced with the symbols ! . (An event message will also appear.) If a battery monitor is present and registers a battery problem, it will be replaced by the symbols ! or X . (An event message will also appear.) See pages 218H220H114 and 219H221H133 for information on these messages.
The generator symbol in the lower right corner of the screen marks a voltmeter that measures the AC voltage of the generator (or AC source). The generator symbol next to the meter bar shows a graphic display of the power being used from the generator (or AC source). This meter expands from left to right.
The inverter symbol on the bottom of the screen marks a kilowatt meter that measures the amount of power being used by the inverter from the generator (or AC source). The inverter symbol next to the center of the screen actually marks two meter bars.
The meter on the left measures the amount of power taken out of the inverter when inverting or supporting loads. This meter bar expands from right to left. The meter on the right measures the amount of power taken into the inverter when charging. This meter bar expands from left to right.
The battery symbol on the bottom of the screen marks a voltmeter that measures the uncompensated battery voltage. The battery symbol in the top right corner of the screen marks a percentage meter that shows the SOC of the batteries as measured by the battery monitor. If no battery monitor is present, this figure will be replaced by another voltmeter.
The PV symbol in the lower left of the screen marks a kilowatt meter that measures the amount of PV power generated. The PV symbol next to the bar shows a graphic display of the PV power generated. This meter bar expands from left to right. If no charge controller is present on the HUB, neither of these symbols will be present.
G
Battery Inverter
PV Generator
PV current charging batteries
Gen current used by inverter and loads
or
Battery current used by inverter ( ) or charged by inverter ( )
or
Net current flowing out of ( ) or into ( ) batteries (measured by Battery Monitor)
G
G
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Off Grid is for when no utility grid is available. (Default)
Grid Tied is for grid-interactive inverters that are capable of returning power back to the grid. Most commonly used with renewable energy systems.
Backup is for using the inverter system to back up the utility grid.
An SD Card has been inserted.
This symbol indicates that no problems are noted with either the inverter, the utility grid, or the batteries.If an inverter fault occurs, it will be replaced with the symbols ! . (An event message will also appear.)If a grid problem occurs, it will be replaced with the symbols ! . (An event message will also appear.) If a battery monitor is present and registers a battery problem, it will be replaced by the symbols ! or X . (An event message will also appear.)
See the MATE3 Owner’s Manual for details and instructions on event messages and troubleshooting.
900-0124-01-00 Rev A.vsd\Home Screen - Grid Tie\2012-12-06©2012 OutBack Power Technologies. All Rights Reserved. Page 5
Home Screens (continued)
Meter Bars
Grid-Tie Home Screen
Grid-Tie ModeWithout FLEXnet DCWith FLEXnet DC
Meter BarsMuch of the Home screen data is shown by kilowatt meters in the form of black bars. These meter bars expand to the right or to the left with an increase in wattage. The meter bars next to the various icons are based on
. The scale of a bar will vary with the size set for each element.
The meter bar represents the charge controller output and is scaled according to the Array Wattage setting.
The left $ meter bar represents measures the power bought from the grid and is scaled to the total of the Max Inverter kW and Max Charger kW settings.
The right $ meter bar represents the amount of power sold by the inverter and is scaled to the Max Inverter kW setting.
The meter bar represents the amount of power being used by the loads and is scaled to the Max Inverter kW setting, if the system is not in PassThru mode. If the system is in PassThru, then it is equal to 7.2 kW multiplied by the number of inverters present on the HUB.
$
OK
OutBack Power
1.0 kW0.0 kW
115 V1.0 kW
26.0
26.0 V
System OK
1.1 kW
$1.1 kW
OutBack Power
1.0 kW0.0 kW
115 V1.0 kW
100%
26.0 V
System OK
1.1 kW
$1.1 kW
The utility grid symbol in the lower right corner of the screen marks a voltmeter that measures the AC voltage of the utility grid (or AC source).
The inverter symbol on the bottom of the screen marks a kilowatt meter that measures the amount of power being used by the inverter from the generator (or AC source). This meter bar expands from left to right.
The battery symbol on the bottom of the screen marks a voltmeter that measures the uncompensated battery voltage. The battery symbol in the top right corner of the screen marks a percentage meter that shows the SOC of the batteries as measured by the battery monitor. If no battery monitor is present, this figure will be replaced by another voltmeter.
The dollar symbol next to the bar actually marks two meter bars.
The meter on the right measures the amount of power sold back to the utility grid when grid-tied. This meter bar expands from left to right. The meter on the left measures the amount of power bought from the grid or AC source for charging or loads. This meter bar expands from right to left.
The meter bar next to the house symbol measures power delivered to the inverter’s output. This meter bar expands from left to right.
The PV symbol in the lower left of the screen marks a kilowatt meter that measures the amount of PV power generated. The PV symbol next to the bar shows a graphic display of the PV power generated. This meter expands from left to right. If no charge controller is present on the HUB, neither of these symbols will be present.
Battery Inverter
PV
PV current charging batteries
or Battery current used by inverter ( ) or charged by inverter ( )
or Net current flowing out of ( ) or into ( ) batteries (measured by Battery Monitor)
Utility Grid
Grid current used by inverter and loads ( ) or inverter current sold back to the grid ( )
Loads (AC) Grid Tie/Sell
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Scr
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OutBack Power
1.5 kW1.5 kW
115 V1.5 kW
28.5
28.5 V
System OK
0.00 kW
0.0 kW
G
900-0124-01-00 Rev A.vsd\Home Screen - Backup\2012-12-06©2012 OutBack Power Technologies. All Rights Reserved. Page 6
Home Screens (continued)
Meter Bars
Backup Home Screen
Backup ModeWithout FLEXnet DCWith FLEXnet DC
Meter BarsMuch of the Home screen data is shown by kilowatt meters in the form of black bars. These meter bars expand to the right or to the left with an increase in wattage. The meter bars next to the various icons are based on System Information. The scale of a bar will vary with the size set for each element.
The meter bar represents the charge controller output and is scaled according to the Array Wattage setting.
The left meter bar represents inverter output and is scaled to the Gen kW Rating setting. If Gen Type is set to DC, this bar is scaled to the Max Inverter kW setting.
The right meter bar represents the inverter’s charger output and is scaled to the Max Charger kW setting.
The meter bar is scaled to 125% of the system's total inverting capacity and is used whether the system is in Invert or Pass-thru mode. See the Legend to the right for additional information.
OutBack Power
1.5 kW1.5 kW
115 V1.5 kW
85%
28.5 V
System OK
0.00 kW
0.0 kW
G
OutBack Power
1.5 kW1.5 kW
115 V1.5 kW
28.5
28.5 V
System OK
0.00 kW
0.0 kW
G
This symbol indicates that no problems are noted with either the inverter, the utility grid, or the batteries.If an inverter fault occurs, it will be replaced with the symbols ! . (An event message will also appear.)If a grid problem occurs, it will be replaced with the symbols ! . (An event message will also appear.) If a battery monitor is present and registers a battery problem, it will be replaced by the symbols ! or X . (An event message will also appear.)
See the MATE3 Owner’s Manual for details and instructions on event messages and troubleshooting.
OK
The generator symbol in the lower right corner of the screen marks a voltmeter that measures the AC voltage of the generator (or AC source). This symbol only appears when the System Information menu shows an AC generator. The field is blank if no generator is selected and only utility grid is used.
The inverter symbol on the bottom of the screen marks a kilowatt meter that measures the amount of power being used by the inverter from the generator (or AC source). The inverter symbol next to the center of the screen actually marks two meter bars.
The meter on the left measures the amount of power taken out of the inverter when inverting or supporting loads. This meter bar expands from right to left. The meter on the right measures the amount of power taken into the inverter when charging. This meter bar expands from left to right.
The battery symbol on the bottom of the screen marks a voltmeter that measures the uncompensated battery voltage. The battery symbol in the top right corner of the screen marks a percentage meter that shows the SOC of the batteries as measured by the battery monitor. If no battery monitor is present, this figure will be replaced by another voltmeter.
The meter bar next to the house symbol measures power delivered to the inverter's output. This meter bar expands from left to right. The bar is scaled to 125% of the system's total inverting capacity and is used whether the system is in Invert or Pass-thru mode. The bar is marked at the 100% line to indicate when loads exceed the inverter capacity. If exceeded, this may be an indicator to reduce the loads.
The PV symbol in the lower left of the screen marks a kilowatt meter that measures the amount of PV power generated. The PV symbol next to the bar shows a graphic display of the PV power generated. This meter expands from left to right. If no charge controller is present on the HUB, neither of these symbols will be present.
G
Battery Inverter
PV
PV current charging batteries
or Battery current used by inverter ( ) or charged by inverter ( )
or Net current flowing out of ( ) or into ( ) batteries (measured by Battery Monitor)
Loads (AC)
Generator GGen current used by inverter and loadsG
Indicates 100% of listed inverter capacity based on Max Inverter KWvalue in the System Information screen.
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An SD card was inserted.
900-0124-01-00 Rev A.vsd\Basic Navigation\2012-12-06©2012 OutBack Power Technologies. All Rights Reserved. Page 7
To use the Control Wheel:
To scroll down to the next menu or increase the value of the setting:
While touching the control wheel, make a clockwise circle.
To scroll up to the previous menu or decrease the value of the setting:
While touching the control wheel, make a counter-clockwise circle.
To select the option or setting value:
Press the button in the center of the control wheel (Enter Button).
To return to the Home Screen from the Main Menu, press the <TOP>, <UP>, or <LOCK>buttons.
Main Menu Screen*
Home Screen
To return to the Main Menu, press the <TOP> button.
Menu Options
Menu Items Menu Items
To return to the Main Menu, press the <TOP> button.
To return to the Main Menu, press the <TOP> button.
*Accessing the Main menu requires entering a password.
See page 14 for details on how to access the Main menu.
To use the Navigation buttons:
Field Select Mode
Adjust Set Point Mode
To Adjust Set Points:1. Use the Control Wheel to navigate to the set point field
to be adjusted.
2. When the desired set point is selected, press the Enter button. The box around the field should become solid (Adjust Set Point mode).
3. Use the Control Wheel to change the set point value.
4. When the set point is correct, press the center button again to return to Field Select mode.
5. Repeat Steps 1-4 for each set point to be adjusted.
Nav
igat
ion
900-0124-01-00 Rev A.vsd\INV Input Select\2012-12-06©2012 OutBack Power Technologies. All Rights Reserved. Page 8
Inverter Input Select Soft Keys
Port 01Grid 119 VAC Mode Buying 0.1 kWMin 118 VAC 13:07 Max 119 VAC 13:07
Port 01Selling Disabled Y Qualifying Grid 5.0 NFrequency Too Low N Frequency Too High N Voltage Too Low N Voltage Too High NBattery < Target Y AC2 (gen) Selected N
Grid Soft KeyOutBack Power
4.1 kW1.8 kW
115 V2.3 kW
90%
27.6 V
System OK
0.0 kW
$0.0 kW
Sell Status Screen:Selling Disabled: The Grid-Tie Enable command has been set to N (no). Qualifying Grid: The inverter is running a timed test during which it analyzes the grid quality. The timer is shown on the screen. (If the inverter is not a grid-interactive model, a random number may be displayed.) The timer duration is listed in the inverter Operator’s Manual.Frequency Too Low/Too High, Voltage Too Low/Too High:The frequency or voltage are outside the acceptable limits for that model of inverter. The Operator’s Manual lists that model’s acceptable frequency and voltage range.Battery < Target: The battery voltage is below the target voltage for that stage (Float, SellRE, etc). No excess energy is available to sell.AC2 (gen) Selected: The Input Type command has been set to Gen. The inverter will not knowingly sell to a generator.
Grid Status Screen:
Grid displays the current AC voltage from the utility grid.
Min displays the lowest recorded AC voltage that day, and the time it was recorded.
Max displays the highest recorded AC voltage that day, and the time it was recorded.
Mode displays the inverter’s current operating status (either buying or selling) and the number of kilowatts being bought or sold. This status will be blank if grid power is not present.
Press.
Inverter Input Select Soft Key
Press.
Inverter Input Select Screen:
AC Input – Gen or Grid
Input Current Limit – xx.x to xx.x Aac
Soft Keys:<Input> selects between the utility grid or a generator. Each set point has a pre-set value for the Input Current Limit.
If the pre-set values need to be changed, press the <Less> or <More> soft keys.
<Back> returns to the previous screen.
CAUTION: Equipment Damage
Ensure the Input Current Limit does not exceed the rating of the over-current device or circuit breaker for the incoming current for the selected source.
System Type: Grid-Tied only
The <Sell Status> soft key is only active in grid-interactive inverters.
System Type: Off-Grid
Inve
rter
Inp
ut S
elec
t
OutBack Power
0.1 kW0.1 kW
2.1 kW
91%
27.4 V
System OK
00.0 V
0.0 kWOutBack Power
1.0 kW0.0 kW
115 V1.0 kW
100%
26.0 V
System OK
1.1 kW
$1.1 kW
900-0124-01-00 Rev A.vsd\Inverter SK\2012-12-06©2012 OutBack Power Technologies. All Rights Reserved. Page 9
Port 01AC Freq Too High N AC Freq Too Low NVoltage Too High N Voltage Too Low NInput Amps > Max N Temp Sensor Bad NComm Error N Fan Failure N
Port 01
Transformer 30 COutput FETs 31 CCapacitors 31 C
Port 01Low Output Voltage N Low Battery V NAC Output Shorted N High Battery V NAC Output Backfeed N Over Temperature NStacking Error N Phase Loss N
Inverter Soft Keys Inverter Screen:The upper left corner of the screen shows the inverter’s current mode of operation. The example above shows the current mode as Charging.
Invert displays the kilowatts and AC amperage being generated by the inverter. This power may go to loads, or in a grid-interactive system, it may be sold back to the utility grid.Charge displays the kilowatts and AC amperage being consumed for the inverter to charge the battery bank. This line also shows the current charging stage (BULK in this example).Load displays the power in kilowatts and AC amperage being consumed by devices on the inverter’s output. May or may not be the same number as Invert.Buy displays the kilowatts and AC amperage being brought into the inverter’s input for both charging and loads. This usually reads as a total of the Charge and Load items. Battery displays the uncompensated battery voltage. AC Out displays the AC voltage measured at the inverter’s output. If an AC source is present, this reading is usually the same as AC In. AC In displays the AC voltage measured at the inverter’s input from an AC source. AUX displays the current status of the inverter’s Auxiliary (AUX) output.
Inverter Battery Screen:
Actual displays the uncompensated battery voltage.
Absorb displays the Absorption voltage setting which was programmed into the inverter’s charger. During the bulk and absorption stages, this is the target voltage used by the charger.
Float displays the Float voltage setting which was programmed into the inverter’s charger. During the float stage, this is the target voltage used by the charger.
Equalize displays the Equalization voltage setting which was programmed into the inverter’s charger. During the equalization charging cycle, this is the target voltage used by the charger.
Temp Comp displays the corrected battery voltage after temperature readings are taken into account from the Remote Temperature Sensor (RTS). If no RTS is present, Temp Compand Actual will read the same.
Batt Temp displays the battery temperature in degrees Celsius, as measured by the RTS. This reading is only valid for port 1 on the HUB. If other ports are selected, or if no RTS is present, the characters ### will be displayed.
Re-Float displays the Re-Float setting which was programmed into the inverter’s charger. This is the voltage used for the inverter to return from Silent mode to the float stage.
Inverter Warnings Screen:
AC Freq Too High: The AC source is above the acceptable frequency limit and prevents connection.
AC Freq Too Low: The AC source is below the acceptable frequency limit and prevents connection.
Voltage Too High: The AC source is above the upper acceptable voltage limit and prevents connection.
Voltage Too Low: The AC source is below the lower acceptable voltage limit and prevents connection.
Input Amps > Max: AC loads are drawing more current from the AC source than allowed by the input setting.
Temp Sensor Bad: An internal inverter temperature sensor may be malfunctioning. This is indicated by an unusual Transformer, Output FETs, or Capacitorsreading.
Comm Fault: Probable failure on inverter’s control board which has interrupted internal communications.
Fan Failure: The inverter’s internal cooling fan is not operating properly. Lack of cooling may result in derated inverter output wattage.
Inverter Errors Screen:
Low Output Voltage: The inverter’s AC regulation cannot be maintained under high load conditions.
AC Output Shorted: The inverter exceeded its maximum surge current due to severe overload.
AC Output Backfeed: Usually indicates another AC power source (out of phase with the inverter) was connected to the unit’s AC output.
Stacking Error: A programming problem among stacked units. (Often occurs if there is no master.)
Low Battery V: The DC voltage is below the Low Battery Cut-Out (LBCO) set point.
High Battery V: The DC voltage is above the inverter’s acceptable level (as specified in the Operator’s Manual).
Over Temperature: The inverter has exceeded its maximum allowed operating temperature.
Phase Loss: A slave was ordered to transfer to AC by the master, but no AC is present. The unit continues inverting. This is the only “Error” that is not accompanied by a shutdown.
The Inverter Temps screen displays the readings for the inverter’s internal temperature sensors.
Inverter Modes1:
InvertingSearchingSupportSellChargingCharger Off
FloatEQSilentPassThruErrorOff
Press.
B AT T ERY
28.5V 01-07 06 12 18 01-08 06 Hr..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................
302826
Back Next FLEXnet DC
INVERT
0.0kW 01-07 06 12 18 01-08 06 Hr.........................................................................................................................................................................................
2.52.01.51.00.5
Back Next Port 01
CHARGE
1.5kW 01-07 06 12 18 01-08 06 Hr.........................................................................................................................................................................................
2.52.01.51.00.5
Back Next Port 01
BUY
1.5kW 01-07 06 12 18 01-08 06 Hr.........................................................................................................................................................................................
2.52.01.51.00.5
Back Next Port 01
SELL
0.0kW 01-07 06 12 18 01-08 06 Hr.........................................................................................................................................................................................
5.04.03.02.01.0
Back Next Port 01
IMPORTANT:
The hot key and the Inverter soft key have different functions. See page 8 of this guide or the MATE3 Owner’s Manual for details.
1Modes are inverter-dependent. The modes listed here show all possible modes, some of which may not be available with all OutBack inverters. If the mode is not available on the inverter (e.g., Sell in a non-grid-tie model), it will not be displayed.
NOTE: If an arrow appears next to the items Absorb, Float, or Equalize, it indicates the charger is in that stage. The arrow will not appear if the charger is in the bulk stage or Silent mode.
Port 01Actual 28.5 V Temp Comp 28.5 VAbsorb 29.2 V Batt Temp 25 CFloat 26.8 V Re-Float 25.0 VEqualize 31.0 V
Charging Port 01Invert 0.0 kW 0 A Battery 28.5 VCharge 1.5 kW 13 A BULK AC Out 117 VLoad 0.0 kW 0 A AC In 118 VBuy 1.5 kW 13 A AUX Off
Bac
kup
Hom
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n
OutBack Power
0.1 kW0.1 kW
120 V2.1 kW
27.6
27.6 V
System OK
00.0 V
0.0 kW
OutBack Power
1.0 kW0.0 kW
115 V1.0 kW
26.0
26.0 V
System OK
1.1 kW
$1.1 kW
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With FNDC
Without FNDC
B AT T ERY
13.6V 01-07 06 12 18 01-08 06 Hr..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................
151413
Back FX Port 01
Battery Soft KeysOutBack Power
0.1 kW0.1 kW
120 V2.1 kW
91%
55.0 V
System OK
00.0 V
0.0 kW
Battery StatsCycle Charge factor Min 100%Cycle kWH Charge Efficiency 100%Total Days at 100% 6.0Lifetime kAh Removed 0Back Reset Days Reset kAH
Shunt StatusA: 0.1 A 0.020 kW 19 AH Min 1.150 kWH B: 0.0 A 0.000 kW 0 AH Min 0.000 kWH A: 0.0 A 0.000 kW 0 AH Min 0.000 kWH
Back Shunt A Shunt B Shunt C
B AT T ERY
13.6V 01-07 06 12 18 01-08 06 Hr..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................
151413
Back Next FLEXnet DC
SOC
100% 06 12 18 01-08 06 12 Hr..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................
1009080
Back Next FLEXnet DC
SHUNT
A
30 W 06 12 18 01-08 06 12 Hr..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................
503010-10-30
Back Next FLEXnet DC
Battery Status Screen:
Bat displays the uncompensated battery voltage.
Min displays the lowest recorded battery voltage for that day, and the time it was recorded.
Max displays the highest recorded battery voltage for that day, and the time it was recorded.
FLEXnet DC Screen:
The upper left corner of the screen shows the uncompensated battery voltage.
The upper right corner shows the measured State-of-Charge (SOC).
In displays the measured total current and kilowatts coming into the system from all DC sources. To the right, this line displays the total amp-hours and kilowatt-hours delivered from all sources that day.
Out displays the measured total current and kilowatts being taken out of the batteries for inverting, DC loads or any other uses. To the right, this line displays the total amp-hours and kilowatt-hours removed from the batteries that day.
Bat displays the net total current and kilowatts being sent to or taken from the batteries. To the right, this line displays the net total amp-hours and kilowatt-hours accumulated or taken from the batteries that day.
The last line shows both the highest and lowest recorded battery SOC for that day, and the time each was recorded.
The lower right corner shows the current status of the battery monitor’s Auxiliary relay (also known as AUX mode or Relay mode).
Battery Status Screen:
Bat displays battery voltage, net current flow (positive or negative), battery temperature, and net amp-hour accumulation for that day.
Min displays the lowest recorded battery voltage and SOC for that day, and the time each was recorded.
Max displays the highest recorded battery voltage and SOC for that day, and the time each was recorded.
Battery Stats Screen:
Cycle Charge Factor compares the amp-hours removed from the battery and those returned to the battery while charging. It displays the comparison as a percentage. This number can be compared against the programmed charge factor to judge battery charging efficiency.
Cycle kWH Charge Efficiency compares the kilowatt-hours removed from the battery and those returned to the battery during all activity (such as float charging). It displays the comparison as a percentage. This number can be used to judge overall battery efficiency.
Total Days at 100% displays the number of days since the batteries reached 100% SOC. If the batteries are not at 100%, this will read 0.
Lifetime kAH Removed accumulates the total amp-hours that were ever drained from the batteries.
Shunt Status Screen:
A: , B:, and C: These lines display individual readings from the A, B, and C shunts. Each line shows the current and kilowatts measured on the shunt at that time, and the amp-hours and kilowatt-hours accumulated that day.
Shunt A, B, or C Historical Data Screen:
Returned to Battery and Removed from Battery show the total accumulated amp-hours that have been delivered to the battery bank (as charging) or removed from the battery bank (as loads).
Max Charge Rate and Max Discharge Rate show the highest level of current that was registered either entering (charging) or leaving (discharging) the batteries. The Reset Max soft key can reset both numbers at once.
FLEXnet DC Datalog Screen:Today The item in the upper left corner shows the date of the selected Datalog screen. The current Datalog screen reads "Today."Minimum SOC shows the lowest battery state of charge (SOC) for that day.Input shows the number of amp-hours and kilowatt-hours brought into the batteries that day.Output shows the number of amp-hours and kilowatt-hours removed from the batteries that day.Net shows the net gain or loss in amp-hours or kilowatt-hours that day. This is the difference between the Input and Output fields.
Press.
Press.
Battery StatusBat 29.2 V 52.6 A 85% 21 C Net -60 AH Min 24.1 V 5:55 50% 5:55Max 29.4 V 11:58 90% 11:58Days Since Parms Met 1.5 12:15 1/06/11
Back Stats Shunts Datalog
Shunt A Historical DataReturned to Battery 719 Ah 17.975 kWH Removed from Battery 825 Ah 20.625 kWH Max Charge Rate 93.1 A 5.400 kW Max Discharge Rate 105.5 A 2.638 kWBack Next Reset Max
Battery StatusBat 29.2 VMin 24.1 V 5:55Max 29.4 V 11:58
Back Graph
28.5 V FLEXnet DC SOC 85%In 52.6 A 1.500 kW 140 AH 3.500 kWHOut 0.0 A 0.000 kW 200 AH 5.000 kWHBat 52.6 A 1.500 kW -60 AH -1.500 kWHMinSOC 70% 1:30 MaxSOC 100% 16:39 AUX Off
Back Next Graph
FLEXnet DC DatalogToday Minimum SOC 50% Input 140 Ah 3.500 kWHOutput 200 Ah 5.000 kWHNet -60 Ah -1.500 kWHBack +Day -Day
Bat
tery
Sof
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OutBack Power
1.0 kW0.0 kW
115 V1.0 kW
100%
26.0 V
System OK
1.1 kW
$1.1 kW
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Charge Controller Soft Key
Charge Controller Soft Keys
Charge Controller Screen:
The upper left corner of the screen shows the FLEXmax charge controller’s current mode of operation. Bulk is shown in this illustration.
In displays the present PV array operating voltage and the current being harvested from the array.
VOC displays the open-circuit voltage available from the PV.
Out displays the present battery voltage and the current being delivered from the charge controller(s) to charge the battery bank. To the right, this line displays the number of kilowatt-hours and amp-hours accumulated that day.
Operating displays the total hours the charger has operated that day in any stage.
Float displays the run time of the float timer when in float stage.
Absorb displays the run time of the absorption timer when in absorption stage.
Maximum displays the maximum amperage and wattage harvested from the PV array that day, and the time both were recorded.
The lower right corner shows the current status of the charge controller’s Auxiliary (AUX) output.
Charge Controller Datalog Screen:
The item in the upper left corner shows the date of the selected Datalog screen. (The current date for the Datalog screen shown here reads "Today.") To the right, this line also displays the kilowatt-hours and amp-hours accumulated that day.
Max Output displays the maximum current and wattage recorded that day.
Absorb The amount of time the absorption timer ran that day.
Float The amount of time the Float timer ran that day.
High VOC displays the highest open-circuit voltage (VOC) recorded that day.
Min Batt displays the lowest battery voltage recorded that day.
Max Batt displays the highest battery voltage recorded that day.
Press.
Bulk Charge Controller Port 06In 34.5V 28.6 A VOC 42.2 V Out 27.7V 39.7 A 1.100 kW 3.3 kWh 126.9 Ah Operating 3:00 Float 0:00 Absorb 0:00Maximum 46.1 A 1.200 kW 8:15 AUX Off
Back DataLog Graph Port
Charge Controller Datalog Port 06Today 3.3 kWH 126.9 Ah Max Output 49.6 A 1.200 kWAbsorb 0:00 Float 0:00 High VOC 44.0 VMin Batt 24.5 V Max Batt 27.7 VBack +Day -Day Port
PV
34.5 V 12 18 01-07 06 12 18 Hr.........................................................................................................................................................................................
5040302010
Back Next Port 06
B AT T ERY
27.7V 01-07 06 12 18 01-08 06 Hr..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................
302826
Back Next Port 06
OUTPUT
1.1kW 12 18 01-07 06 12 18 Hr.........................................................................................................................................................................................
2.52.01.51.00.5
Back Next Port 06
Charge Controller’s
Mode
Current Date
Cha
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Con
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Sof
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BATTERY STATUS
INVERTER
GEN
CHARGER
EVENTS
FAVORITE
AC INPUTOutBack Power
0.1 kW0.1 kW
115 V3.8 kW
92%
27.2 V
System OK
0.00 kW
0.1 kW
GG
OutBack Power
1.5 kW0.1 kW
115 V1.5 kW
85%
28.5 V
System OK
0.00 kW
0.0 kW
GG
BATTERY STATUS
INVERTER
GEN
CHARGER
EVENTS
FAVORITE
AC INPUTOutBack Power
0.1 kW0.1 kW
115 V3.8 kW
92%
27.6 V
System OK
0.00 kW
0.1 kW
GG
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Inverter Hot Key GEN Hot Key
Hot Keys
Mode ON Battery 13.6 VInput 115 VAC 0.1 kW Output 120 VAC 0.0 kW Load 0.1 kW
Mode MANUALStatus OFFFault NONELast Run MANUAL Fri 12/17/10 16:30
Inverter Status Screen:
Mode displays the setting selected by the soft keys (<ON>, <OFF>, or <Search>).
Battery displays the battery voltage, not compensated for temperature.
Input displays the AC input source voltage and the power in kW drawn from the AC source.
Output displays the voltage measured at the inverter’s output and the power in kW produced by the inverter. The inverter’s produced power may equal the load wattage, but it may also include power sold to the grid (in grid-interactive inverters).
Load displays the power in kW delivered to the inverter’s output.
Generator Status Screen:
The figure to the left of the title displays the accumulated generator run time. This counter can be reset.
Mode displays the setting selected by the soft keys (<ON>, <OFF>, or <Auto>). If the function is not enabled, it will read AGS DISABLED.
Status displays the current status of the AGS function. If not operating the generator, it reads OFF. If active, it may read STARTING or RUN.
Fault displays the message AGS Fault if the generator voltage is lost. Otherwise, it displays NONE.
Last Run displays the time and date of the last generator start (on the right side of the screen), as well as the reason.
When <On> is pressed, generator data appears on the right side of the screen.
The first line displays the generator’s AC voltage and the number of kilowatts being used from the generator.
The second line displays the updated status RUN, the length of time since the start command was sent, the battery state of charge (SOC), and the battery voltage. (If no battery monitor is present, the SOC field will be blank.)
The third line displays the present charging stage.
Press.
Press.
IMPORTANT:
The INVERTER hot key and the Inverter soft key have two different functions.
The INVERTER hot key controls the inverting function and can be accessed at any time from any screen.
The Inverter soft key provides more information (such as Warning and Error messages) and can only be accessed from the Home Screen.
Mode MANUALStatus RUN Fault NONELast Run MANUAL Fri 1/07/11 23:30
Hot
Key
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INV
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BATTERY STATUS
INVERTER
GEN
CHARGER
EVENTS
FAVORITE
AC INPUTOutBack Power
0.1 kW0.1 kW
115 V3.8 kW
92%
27.6 V
System OK
0.00 kW
0.1 kW
GG
OutBack Power
1.5 kW0.1 kW
115 V1.5 kW
85%
28.5 V
System OK
0.00 kW
0.0 kW
GG
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Charger Hot Key
Charger Status Screen:Battery displays the uncompensated battery voltage.Charger Control displays the mode of the charger. Absorb displays the target voltage for the Bulk and Absorption stages. If the timer to the right of either item is running, the system is in that charging stage. Float display the target voltage for the Float stage.
Bulk charge started
Are you sure you wish to start EQ charge?
Equalize Charge Screen:
Battery displays the uncompensated battery voltage.
Equalize (below Battery) displays the target voltage for the Equalization stage. The timer to the right of this item begins running once this voltage is reached.
Equalize (right side of screen) displays whether this mode is enabled or disabled.
Last EQ charge displays the time and date for the most recent equalization cycle.
Charger control ONBulk and Float Charging Enabled
Charger control ONBulk and Float Charging Enabled
Charger control OFFBulk and Float Charging Disabled
Bulk charge stopped
Charger control AUTOAutomatic Charging Enabled
EQ parameters must be set in inverter menu. Follow battery manufacturers recommendations for EQ settings. AC source must be connected to start EQ Cycle
Press.
Battery 28.5 V Charger Control ONAbsorb 29.2 V 00:00 remainingFloat 26.8 V 00:00 remaining
Bulk EQ Charger
Battery 28.5 V Equalize DISABLEDEqualize 31.0 V 00:00 remainingLast EQ charge Thr 03/20/11 16:00Check Battery Water Level Before Starting
IMPORTANT: Equalization should only be performed on certain kinds of batteries under specific conditions. Pressing the <Start EQ> soft key will bring up several recommendations and confirmations to ensure this function is not started accidentally.
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Key
-C
HA
RG
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BATTERY STATUS
INVERTER
GEN
CHARGER
EVENTS
FAVORITE
AC INPUTOutBack Power
0.0kW0.1kW
115VG0.1 kW
13.6V
13.6V
G
System OK OutBack Power
1.5 kW0.1 kW
115 V1.5 kW
85%
28.5 V
System OK
0.00 kW
0.0 kW
GG
BATTERY STATUS
INVERTER
GEN
CHARGER
EVENTS
FAVORITE
AC INPUTOutBack Power
0.1 kW0.1 kW
115 V3.8 kW
92%
27.6 V
System OK
0.00 kW
0.1 kW
GG
BATTERY STATUS
INVERTER
GEN
CHARGER
EVENTS
FAVORITE
AC INPUTOutBack Power
0.0kW0.1kW
115VG0.1 kW
27.2V
27.2V
G
System OK
0.1 kW
OutBack Power
1.5 kW0.1 kW
115 V1.5 kW
85%
28.5 V
System OK
0.00 kW
0.0 kW
GG
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EVENTS Hot Key AC INPUT Hot Key FAVORITES Hot Key
[ 1]Remote Power UpRemote Power DownRemote Power Up Fault
Input Frequency Too High NInput Frequency Too Low NInput Voltage > Maximum NInput Voltage < Minimum N
Event Status Screen:The left side of the screen lists the nature of the event.The word Fault will appear on the right side of the screen if the event requires acknowledgement.
Soft Key Options:< > returns to the Home screen.< > highlights the next event in the list.< > highlights the previous event in the list.< > displays a screen showing the details of the selected event, and prompting for acknowledgement if necessary.
Event Status Detail Soft Key Options:< > returns to the Event Status screen.< > and < > – If these soft keys appear, either must be pressed to acknowledge the event. < >will acknowledge one open event; < > will acknowledge all open events. The EVENTS LED will turn off. An acknowledgement (ACKED) will appear in the Event Status screen.
Flashing = WarningSolid = Error
AC Input Status Screen:
AC Input Mode allows soft key options to be selected to change the mode. This item may be overridden by other commands. For example, a system that is set to DROP will automatically switch to USEif AGS starts the generator.
Next to the current AC Input Mode is the last reason the status was changed. In this illustration, the status changed due to an HBX-SOCevent. Other possible reason for a status change are Manual, AGS, Grid-Time, or HBX-Voltage.
AC Input Status displays the current interaction with the AC input. This screen will usually change to match AC Input Mode once a soft key command is given.
Soft Key Options:
< > returns to the Home screen.
< > manually disconnects the system from the AC source.
< > instructs the inverter to use the AC source if the AC source meets qualification parameters.
< > displays a screen that shows the reason for the last AC disconnect.
Use the <Favorite> hot key to select up to four of the hot key or soft key screens for rapid recall.
To Program the Favorites Screens:
1. Navigate to the desired screen.
2. Press the <FAVORITE> hot until the green LED begins to flash.
3. Press any of the four soft keys. That soft key will become the recall button for the favored screen.
4. The LED will stop flashing and turns off.
Press.
Press.
Press.
To Recall the Favorites Screens:
1. Press and release the <FAVORITE> hot key. The green LED will illuminate.
2. Press the programmed soft key to display the desired favorite screen. The green LED will turn off.
3. Use the <BACK> soft key to return to the Home screen.
[ 1]Remote Power UpRemote Power DownRemote Power Up ACKED
AC Input Mode USE HBX-SOC 60.0 Hz 15 VAC Input Status USE
BATTERY STATUS
INVERTER
GEN
CHARGER
EVENTS
FAVORITE
AC INPUTOutBack Power
0.0kW0.1kW
115VG0.1 kW
13.6V
13.6V
G
System OK OutBack Power
1.5 kW0.1 kW
115 V1.5 kW
85%
28.5 V
System OK
0.00 kW
0.0 kW
GG
NOTE:The Control Wheel will also scroll up and down the list in the Event History screen.
NOTE:Using the Control Wheel in the Event History Detail screen will display the detail for the previous event, or the next event, as listed in the Event History screen.
Remote Power Up1:54:57 1/08/10
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BATTERY STATUS
INVERTER
GEN
CHARGER
EVENTS
FAVORITE
AC INPUT
UP
PORT
TOP
LOCK
OutBack Power
0.0kW0.1kW
115VG0.1 kW
13.6V
13.6VG
System OK
BATTERY STATUS
UP
PORT
TOP
LOCK
Installer [0] [0] [0] [0]
User [132]
INVERTER
GEN
CHARGER
EVENTS
FAVORITE
AC INPUT
132
BATTERY STATUS
UP
PORT
TOP
LOCK
Installer [0] [0] [0] [0]
User [132]
INVERTER
GEN
CHARGER
EVENTS
FAVORITE
AC INPUT
141
Press the <TOP>, <UP>, or <LOCK> Button.
BATTERY STATUS
UP
PORT
TOP
LOCK
Settings >>Configuration Wizard >>Device Data Logs >>Event Logs >>Software Update >>
INVERTER
GEN
CHARGER
EVENTS
FAVORITE
AC INPUTSettings
Home Screen
To return to the Home Screen from the Main Menu
BATTERY STATUS
UP
PORT
TOP
LOCK
System >>Inverter >>Charge Controller >>Battery Monitor >>MATE >>
INVERTER
GEN
CHARGER
EVENTS
FAVORITE
AC INPUTSystem
To return to the Main Menu:
BATTERY STATUS
UP
PORT
TOP
LOCK
System Information >>Date & Time >>LCD Display >>Sound >>Ethernet Addresses >>
INVERTER
GEN
CHARGER
EVENTS
FAVORITE
AC INPUTSystem Information
To return to the Main Menu:
Press the <TOP> button.
Press the <TOP> button.
BATTERY STATUS
UP
PORT
TOP
LOCK
System Information >>Date & Time >>LCD Display >>Sound >>Ethernet Addresses >>
INVERTER
GEN
CHARGER
EVENTS
FAVORITE
AC INPUTSystem Information
Press the <UP> Button.
BATTERY STATUS
INVERTER
GEN
CHARGER
EVENTS
FAVORITE
AC INPUT
UP
PORT
TOP
LOCK
OutBack Power
0.0kW0.1kW
115V
G0.1 kW
13.6V
13.6V
System OK
Home ScreenTo Exit the Main Menu:
Main Menu Screen
Menu Options
Menu Item Menu Item
To return to the Menu Options:
To enter the correct password:
To Access Main Menu:
When the correct password is displayed:
Press the <LOCK> Button.
Use the Control Wheel to change the password
to 141.
Press the center button on the Control Wheel to
enter the password.See page 12 for a full menu map of the items available in the Main Menu.
Mai
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Settings
Charge ControllerInverterSystem MATE3Battery
Monitor
System Information
Date & Time
LCD Display
Sound
Ethernet Addresses
Ethernet Ports
Data Stream
Installer Settings
Search
AC Input Current Limit
Grid AC Input Voltage Limits
Gen AC Input Voltage Limits
AC Output
Low Battery
Battery Charger
Battery Equalize
Auxiliary Output
Inverter Stacking
Grid-Tie Sell
Calibrate
Reset to Factory Defaults
Charger
MPPT
Temperature Compensation
Battery Equalize
Grid-Tie Mode
Auxiliary Output
Restart Mode
Calibrate
Reset to Factory Defaults
Battery Setup
Shunt Enable
Relay Mode
Relay Set Points
Reset to Factory Defaults
Advanced Generator Start
Setup
Voltage Start
Load Start
State of Charge Start
Must Run Schedule
Quiet Time Schedule
Generator Exercise Schedule
Set Total Generator Run Time
Data Logging
High Battery Transfer
Grid Use Timer
FLEXnet DC Advanced Control
Charge Controller Float Coordination
Reset to Factory Defaults
Set User Access Level
Change Password
Challenge Password
Device Data Logs Event LogsConfiguration
WizardFirmware Update
Save / Store Information
Firmware Version
Installer Information
Display AGS Timers
New Configuration
Existing Configuration
Restore Configuration
FLEXmax Charge Controller
FLEXnet Battery Monitor
Save Events to SD Card
Delete Events
MATE3
FX Inverter N/A
Flexmax Charge Controller N/A
FLEXnet Battery Monitor N/A
Menu MapMain Menu
Men
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ap
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System
Settings Menu
Men
u M
ap -
SE
TT
ING
SS
yste
m &
Inv
erte
r (F
X)
Inverter – FX Class
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Charge Controller
Settings Menu
Men
u M
ap –
SE
TT
ING
SIn
v. (
Rad
ian)
& C
harg
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ontr
olle
r
Inverter – Radian Class
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Settings Menu
Men
u M
ap -
SE
TT
ING
SB
atte
ry M
onit
or &
MA
TE
3
MATE3 Battery Monitor
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Configuration Wizard – New Configuration
Settings >>Configuration Wizard >>Device Data Logs >>Event Logs >>Firmware Update >>
4 M
New Configuration >>Existing Configuration >>Restore Configuration >>
C
System Type Grid Tied System Voltage 24 VDCArray Wattage 1000Battery Type FLA Capacity 500 Ah
Back Continue
Absorb Voltage 28.8 VDC Time 1.0Float Voltage 27.2 VDC Time 1.0Equlize Voltage 30.0 VDC Time 3.0Re-Float Voltage 22.0 VDCBack Continue
Off Grid
New Configuration Initialized
Back Continue
Grid Tied Backup
New
Shunt AConnection Inverter
Back Continue
Shunt BConnection Charge Controller
Back Continue
Shunt CConnection Disabled
Back Continue
Period 1 Enable N
Weekday Use 0:00 Drop 0:00Weekend Use 0:00 Drop 0:00
Back Continue
Period 2 Enable N
Weekday Use 0:00 Drop 0:00
Back Continue
Period 3 Enable N
Weekday Use 0:00 Drop 0:00
Back Continue
Shunt AConnection Inverter
Back Continue
Shunt BConnection Charge Controller
Back Continue
Shunt CConnection Disabled
Back Continue
Mode DisabledGrid Connect 12.0 VDC Delay 60 MinGrid Disconnect 13.0 VDC Delay 60 MinGrid Connect SOC 60% Disconnect SOC 95%Back Continue
Shunt BConnection Charge Controller
Back Continue
Shunt CConnection Disabled
Back Continue
Period 3 Enable N
Weekday Use 0:00 Drop 0:00
Back Continue
Mode DisabledGrid Connect 12.0 VDC Delay 60 MinGrid Disconnect 13.0 VDC Delay 60 MinGrid Connect SOC 60% Disconnect SOC 95%Back Continue
Period 1 Enable N
Weekday Use 0:00 Drop 0:00Weekend Use 0:00 Drop 0:00
Back Continue
Generator Installed NGenerator Type AC Size 5.0 kW Generator Start ManualAUX Output Device Port 1
Back Continue
AC Output Voltage 120 VAC AC Phase SingleAC Input Breaker Size 60 AMaximum Output Load 48A Back Continue
Period 2 Enable N
Weekday Use 0:00 Drop 0:00
Back Continue
Generator Installed NGenerator Type AC Size 5.0 kW Generator Start ManualAUX Output Device Port 1Back Continue
Absorb Voltage 28.8 VDC Time 1.0Float Voltage 27.2 VDC Time 1.0Equlize Voltage 30.0 VDC Time 3.0Re-Float Voltage 22.0 VDCBack Continue
AC Output Voltage 120 VAC AC Phase SingleAC Input Breaker Size 60 AMaximum Output Load 48ABack Continue
System Type Backup System Voltage 24 VDCArray Wattage 1000Battery Type FLA Capacity 500 Ah Back Continue
Shunt AConnection Inverter
Back Continue
Generator Installed NGenerator Type AC Size 5.0 kW Generator Start ManualAUX Output Device Port 1
Back Continue
AC Output Voltage 120 VAC AC Phase SingleAC Input Breaker Size 60 AMaximum Output Load 48ABack Continue
Absorb Voltage 28.8 VDC Time 1.0Float Voltage 27.2 VDC Time 1.0Equlize Voltage 30.0 VDC Time 3.0Re-Float Voltage 22.0 VDCBack Continue
System Type Off Grid System Voltage 24 VDCArray Wattage 1000Battery Type FLA Capacity 500 Ah Back Continue
If FNDC is installed...
If FNDC is installed...
If FNDC is installed...
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Configuration Wizard – Existing Configuration
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Settings >>Configuration Wizard >>Device Data Logs >>Event Logs >>Firmware Update >>
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New Configuration >>Existing Configuration >>Restore Configuration >>
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Programming System
New Wizard Configuration File Bxxxxxxx
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CONFIG Saved to SD Card
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Bxxxxxxx Saved to SD Card
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System Programmed
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Exit New Save
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Using Existing Configuration
Back Program Continue
Absorb Voltage 28.8 VDC Time 1.0Float Voltage 27.2 VDC Time 1.0Equlize Voltage 30.0 VDC Time 3.0Re-Float Voltage 22.0 VDCBack Continue
Off Grid Grid TiedBackup
Shunt AConnection Inverter
Back Continue
Shunt BConnection Charge Controller
Back Continue
Shunt CConnection Disabled
Back Continue
Period 1 Enable N
Weekday Use 0:00 Drop 0:00Weekend Use 0:00 Drop 0:00
Back Continue
Period 2 Enable N
Weekday Use 0:00 Drop 0:00
Back Continue
Period 3 Enable N
Weekday Use 0:00 Drop 0:00
Back Continue
Shunt AConnection Inverter
Back Continue
Shunt BConnection Charge Controller
Back Continue
Shunt CConnection Disabled
Back Continue
Mode DisabledGrid Connect 12.0 VDC Delay 60 MinGrid Disconnect 13.0 VDC Delay 60 MinGrid Connect SOC 60% Disconnect SOC 95%Back Continue
Shunt BConnection Charge Controller
Back Continue
Period 3 Enable N
Weekday Use 0:00 Drop 0:00
Back Continue
Period 1 Enable N
Weekday Use 0:00 Drop 0:00Weekend Use 0:00 Drop 0:00
Back Continue
Generator Installed NGenerator Type AC Size 5.0 kW Generator Start ManualAUX Output Device Port 1Back Continue
AC Output Voltage 120 VAC AC Phase SingleAC Input Breaker Size 60 AMaximum Output Load 48A Back Continue
Period 2 Enable N
Weekday Use 0:00 Drop 0:00
Back Continue
Generator Installed NGenerator Type AC Size 5.0 kW Generator Start ManualAUX Output Device Port 1Back Continue
Absorb Voltage 28.8 VDC Time 1.0Float Voltage 27.2 VDC Time 1.0Equlize Voltage 30.0 VDC Time 3.0Re-Float Voltage 22.0 VDCBack Continue
AC Output Voltage 120 VAC AC Phase SingleAC Input Breaker Size 60 AMaximum Output Load 48ABack Continue
System Type Backup System Voltage 24 VDCArray Wattage 1000Battery Type FLA Capacity 500 Ah Back Continue
Shunt AConnection Inverter
Back Continue
Generator Installed NGenerator Type AC Size 5.0 kW Generator Start ManualAUX Output Device Port 1
Back Continue
AC Output Voltage 120 VAC AC Phase SingleAC Input Breaker Size 60 AMaximum Output Load 48ABack Continue
Absorb Voltage 28.8 VDC Time 1.0Float Voltage 27.2 VDC Time 1.0Equlize Voltage 30.0 VDC Time 3.0Re-Float Voltage 22.0 VDCBack Continue
System Type Off Grid System Voltage 24 VDCArray Wattage 1000Battery Type FLA Capacity 500 Ah Back Continue
System Type Grid Tied System Voltage 24 VDCArray Wattage 1000Battery Type FLA Capacity 500 Ah Back Continue
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Shunt CConnection Disabled
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If FNDC is installed...
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SMode DisabledGrid Connect 12.0 VDC Delay 60 MinGrid Disconnect 13.0 VDC Delay 60 MinGrid Connect SOC 60% Disconnect SOC 95%Back Continue
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Configuration Wizard — Restoring a Configuration
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BACK RESTORE
Off GridSystem Type Grid Tied System Voltage 24 VDCArray Wattage 1000Battery Type FLA Capacity 500 Ah
Back Continue
Absorb Voltage 28.8 VDC Time 1.0Float Voltage 27.2 VDC Time 1.0Equlize Voltage 30.0 VDC Time 3.0Re-Float Voltage 22.0 VDCBack Continue
Grid Tied Backup
Shunt AConnection Inverter
Back Continue
Shunt BConnection Charge Controller
Back Continue
Shunt CConnection Disabled
Back Continue
Period 1 Enable N
Weekday Use 0:00 Drop 0:00Weekend Use 0:00 Drop 0:00
Back Continue
Period 2 Enable N
Weekday Use 0:00 Drop 0:00
Back Continue
Period 3 Enable N
Weekday Use 0:00 Drop 0:00
Back Continue
Shunt AConnection Inverter
Back Continue
Shunt BConnection Charge Controller
Back Continue
Shunt CConnection Disabled
Back Continue
Mode DisabledGrid Connect 12.0 VDC Delay 60 MinGrid Disconnect 13.0 VDC Delay 60 MinGrid Connect SOC 60% Disconnect SOC 95%Back Continue
Shunt BConnection Charge Controller
Back Continue
Shunt CConnection Disabled
Back Continue
Period 3 Enable N
Weekday Use 0:00 Drop 0:00
Back Continue
Mode DisabledGrid Connect 12.0 VDC Delay 60 MinGrid Disconnect 13.0 VDC Delay 60 MinGrid Connect SOC 60% Disconnect SOC 95%Back Continue
Period 1 Enable N
Weekday Use 0:00 Drop 0:00Weekend Use 0:00 Drop 0:00
Back Continue
Generator Installed NGenerator Type AC Size 5.0 kW Generator Start ManualAUX Output Device Port 1
Back Continue
AC Output Voltage 120 VAC AC Phase SingleAC Input Breaker Size 60 AMaximum Output Load 48A Back Continue
Period 2 Enable N
Weekday Use 0:00 Drop 0:00
Back Continue
Generator Installed NGenerator Type AC Size 5.0 kW Generator Start ManualAUX Output Device Port 1Back Continue
Absorb Voltage 28.8 VDC Time 1.0Float Voltage 27.2 VDC Time 1.0Equlize Voltage 30.0 VDC Time 3.0Re-Float Voltage 22.0 VDCBack Continue
AC Output Voltage 120 VAC AC Phase SingleAC Input Breaker Size 60 AMaximum Output Load 48ABack Continue
System Type Backup System Voltage 24 VDCArray Wattage 1000Battery Type FLA Capacity 500 Ah Back Continue
Shunt AConnection Inverter
Back Continue
Generator Installed NGenerator Type AC Size 5.0 kW Generator Start ManualAUX Output Device Port 1
Back Continue
AC Output Voltage 120 VAC AC Phase SingleAC Input Breaker Size 60 AMaximum Output Load 48ABack Continue
Absorb Voltage 28.8 VDC Time 1.0Float Voltage 27.2 VDC Time 1.0Equlize Voltage 30.0 VDC Time 3.0Re-Float Voltage 22.0 VDCBack Continue
System Type Off Grid System Voltage 24 VDCArray Wattage 1000Battery Type FLA Capacity 500 Ah Back Continue
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Configuration Wizard – Programming and Saving the Configuration
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Programming System
CONFIG Saved to SD Card
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Setup Complete
Exit Program Save
System Programmed
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Delete Save
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Press <Program> to program the settings and
commit them to the MATE3 internal memory.
Press <Save> to save the settings to the SD card.
Recommendation:1. Program the system first.;2. Then Save the settings to the
SD card for use in the future. NOTE: Saving without programming the system first, may result in the loss of settings.
In other words, changes made to settings may not be set in internal memory and can be lost.
Programming the system commits the settings to internal memory.
Saving the profile to the SD card saves a copy of that profile onto the SD card so that it can be retrieved at a later time if required.
Setup Complete
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Device Data Logs and Event Logs
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NOTE: Device data logs come in file formats .csv and .elg. The .csv file formats can be opened with most spreadsheet programs such as MS Excel. The .elg files can be opened with Notepad.
See the MATE3 Owner’s Manual for details on these log files.
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