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Xantrex C40R/100 Remote Installation Manual - 4 Installation

Manual is about: C-Series

Summary of C40R/100 Remote

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    Www.Xantrex.Com smart choice for power installation guide c-series meter display c40r/50 remote c40r/100 remote dvm/c40 faceplate.

  • Page 3: C-Series Meter Display

    C-series meter display installation guide.

  • Page 4: About Xantrex

    About xantrex xantrex technology inc. Is a world-leading supplier of advanced power electronics and controls with products from 50 watt mobile units to one mw utility-scale systems for wind, solar, batteries, fuel cells, microturbines, and backup power applications in both grid-connected and stand-a...

  • Page 5: Contents

    Contents 1. Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 2. Important safety information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 warnings and cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 additional...

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  • Page 7: 1 Introduction

    975-0123-01-01 rev a 1 1 introduction thank you for purchasing the xantrex c-series meter display . The c-series meter display is an optional accessory for the c-series multifunction dc controllers c35, c40 and c60. It provides a digital display of the voltage, current, and amp-hour status for the c...

  • Page 8: Warnings Identify

    2 975-0123-01-01 rev a read this guide before connecting or using the c-series meter display , and save it for future reference. The main topics in the guide are as follows: • “important safety information” on page 2 • “features” on page 4 • “installation” on page 7 • “operation” on page 17 • “troub...

  • Page 9: Warnings and Cautions

    975-0123-01-01 rev a 3 warnings and cautions failure to follow these safety guidelines may cause personal injury and/or damage to the c-series meter display . It may also void your product warranty. Additional safety guidelines be sure to read, and adhere to, the safety guidelines listed in the owne...

  • Page 10: 3 Features

    4 975-0123-01-01 rev a 3 features the c-series meters have three features: • a liquid crystal display (lcd) to show current, voltage, amperage, resettable amp hours and total amp hours, • an amp-hour reset button, which is also used to illuminate or dim the display, and • a light emitting diode (led...

  • Page 11: Information Type

    975-0123-01-01 rev a 5 the liquid crystal display (lcd) the lcd on the faceplate or remote provides the following information. The contrast of this display can be adjusted by a potentiometer located on the back on the unit. The potentiometer is a black, round knob on the circuit board next to the ju...

  • Page 12: Led Status Indicator

    6 975-0123-01-01 rev a amp-hour reset and backlight button the amp-hour meter on the faceplate or remote can be reset by two different methods. Automatic resetting occurs when the c-series multifunction dc controller is first connected and activated and each time it’s disconnected from the battery o...

  • Page 13: 4 Installation

    975-0123-01-01 rev a 7 4 installation the following sections describe how to install the c-series meter display . They include detailed instructions for the following steps. 1. Jumper installation (step 1): set the voltage setting on the faceplate or remote to match the system voltage by installing ...

  • Page 14: Jumper Installation (Step 1)

    8 975-0123-01-01 rev a jumper installation (step 1) four sets of jumpers are located on the right side of the circuit board on the back of the faceplate. Three jumpers set system voltage to 12 volts, 24 volts, or 48 volts. The fourth jumper dims the backlight on the display to conserve power and imp...

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    975-0123-01-01 rev a 9 figure 5 jumper locations on the faceplate and remote remote circuit board (backside) voltage jumpers must match system voltage remove this jumper for long cable runs, dimming the display, or conserving power. Potentiometer for lcd contrast adjustment faceplate circuit board (...

  • Page 16: Cable Installation (Step 2)

    10 975-0123-01-01 rev a cable installation (step 2) connect the display to the controller using the serial communications cable provided. The cable is a six-conductor telephone cable with modular-type connectors (rj-15). Although any telephone-type cable will work, the cables provided with the displ...

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    975-0123-01-01 rev a 11 figure 6 connecting the faceplate faceplate (back) plug the serial communication cable into rj-15 port on the circuit board. Align the faceplate and replace the 4 screws. Remove these 4 screws to access circuit board. 1 2 4 & 5 3 rj-15 port remove this led (pull out)..

  • Page 18: To Connect The Remote:

    12 975-0123-01-01 rev a to connect the remote: 1. Remove the front cover of the c-series controller by removing the four screws on the front cover of the unit. 2. Route one end of the serial communications cable (scc) through a knockout on the controller. Use a strain relief to hold and protect the ...

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    975-0123-01-01 rev a 13 figure 7 connecting the remote rj-15 port remote (back) 2 4 5 6 3 plug the scc into the rj-15 port on the circuit board of the controller. Route one end of scc through strain relief on controller. Route the other end of the scc to the rj-15 port on the back of the remote. Ser...

  • Page 20: Mounting The Remote (Step 3)

    14 975-0123-01-01 rev a mounting the remote (step 3) the remote can be permanently installed in a wall or cabinet. The unit can also be flush-mounted into a rectangular opening in a wall or surface-mounted using a double-gang, non-metallic outlet box. To flush mount the remote, an opening must be cu...

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    975-0123-01-01 rev a 15 figure 9 remote dimensions (not to scale) 1 3/8" (35 mm) 1 13/16" (46 mm) 1 3/8" (35 mm) 2 3/8" (60 mm) 1.0" (25 mm) 4 9/16" (116 mm) 4 9/16" (116 mm) 3 13/16" (97 mm).

  • Page 22: To Mount The Remote:

    16 975-0123-01-01 rev a to mount the remote: 1. Use the remote as a template and mark the positions for the screw holes. Mark the open area to be cut out for the circuit board. 2. Drill out the four screw’s holes and prepare wire access opening/clearance. If using a double-gang, non-metallic, outlet...

  • Page 23: 5 Operation

    975-0123-01-01 rev a 17 5 operation status indicator the multicolor led indicates the operating status of the controller. A color-coded label is included on the cover of the controller explaining the status led’s indications. • when in charge control mode, the led will be green. • when in load contr...

  • Page 24: Resetting The Amp-Hour Meter

    18 975-0123-01-01 rev a resetting the amp-hour meter to manually reset the amp-hour meter, press and hold the push-button on the front of the meter until the display resets. The meter automatically resets if power is disrupted (for example, dc cable is removed and replaced). Turning the display back...

  • Page 25: 7 Warranty and Return

    975-0123-01-01 rev a 19 7 warranty and return warranty what does this warranty cover? This limited warranty is provided by xantrex technology, inc. ("xantrex") and covers defects in workmanship and materials in your c-series meter display . This warranty period lasts for two years from the date of p...

  • Page 26: Telephone:

    20 975-0123-01-01 rev a xantrex covers both parts and labor necessary to repair the product, and return shipment to the customer via a xantrex-selected non-expedited surface freight within the contiguous united states and canada. Alaska and hawaii are excluded. Contact xantrex customer service for d...

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    975-0123-01-01 rev a 21 proof of purchase may be in any one of the following forms: • the dated purchase receipt from the original purchase of the product at point of sale to the end user, or • the dated dealer invoice or purchase receipt showing original equipment manufacturer (oem) status, or • th...

  • Page 28: Disclaimer

    22 975-0123-01-01 rev a e) the product if its original identification (trade-mark, serial number) mark- ings have been defaced, altered, or removed. Disclaimer product this limited warranty is the sole and exclusive warranty provided by xantrex in connection with your xantrex product and is, where p...

  • Page 29: Exclusions

    975-0123-01-01 rev a 23 damage or injury arising from or as a result of misuse or abuse, or the incorrect installation, integration or operation of the product. Exclusions if this product is a consumer product, federal law does not allow an exclusion of implied warranties. To the extent you are enti...

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    24 975-0123-01-01 rev a return material authorization policy before returning a product directly to xantrex you must obtain a return material authorization (rma) number and the correct factory "ship to" address. Products must also be shipped prepaid. Product shipments will be refused and returned at...

  • Page 31: Return Procedure

    975-0123-01-01 rev a 25 return procedure 1. Package the unit safely, preferably using the original box and packing materials. Please ensure that your product is shipped fully insured in the original packaging or equivalent. This warranty will not apply where the product is damaged due to improper pa...

  • Page 32: Out of Warranty Service

    26 975-0123-01-01 rev a out of warranty service if the warranty period for your c-series meter display has expired, if the unit was damaged by misuse or incorrect installation, if other conditions of the warranty have not been met, or if no dated proof of purchase is available, your c-series meter d...

  • Page 34: Xantrex Technology Inc.

    Xantrex technology inc. 1 800 670 0707 tel toll free na 1 360 925 5097 tel direct 1 800 994 7828 fax toll free na 1 360 925 5143 fax direct customerservice@xantrex.Com www.Xantrex.Com 975-0123-01-01 rev a printed in china.