Xantrex Technology SW Communications Adapter owner manual About Xantrex, Trademarks, Disclaimer

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About Xantrex

Xantrex Technology Inc., is a world-leading supplier of advanced power

electronics and controls with products from 50 watt mobile units to 1 MW utility- scale systems for wind, solar, batteries, fuel cells, microturbines, and backup power applications in both grid-connected and stand-alone systems. Xantrex products include inverters, battery chargers, programmable power supplies, and variable speed drives that convert, supply, control, clean, and distribute electrical power.

Trademarks

Trace and Xantrex are registered trademarks of Xantrex International.

Notice of Copyright

SW Communications Adapter (SWCA) Owner’s Manual © April 2002 Xantrex Technology Inc. All rights reserved.

Disclaimer

While every precaution has been taken to ensure the accuracy of the contents of this guide, Xantrex International assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions. Note as well that specifications and product functionality may change without notice.

Since the use of this manual and the conditions or methods of installation, operation, use and maintenance of the unit are beyond the control of Xantrex Technology Inc., the company does not assume responsibility and expressly disclaims liability for loss, damage, or expense arising out of or any way connected with such installation, operation, use, or maintenance.

Due to continual improvement through product updates, photographs and/or illustrations used in this manual may not exactly match your unit. Xantrex Technology Inc., reserves the right to update this product without notice or releasing an updated manual when fit, form or function are not affected.

Date and Revision

April 2002, Revision A

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Contact Information

Web:www.xantrex.com

Email:

dpm@xantrex.com

Phone:

360.435.8826

Fax:

360.435.2229

 

 

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©2002 Xantrex Technology Inc.

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Contents SW Communications Adapter Swca Disclaimer About XantrexTrademarks Date and RevisionImportant Safety Instructions UNE Tension OU ConditionConnecting the Swca to a Computer using a Modem Return Material Authorization Policy Enlargement of Pin Assignments and Color Coding Keyboard Commands for using Terminal Viii Introduction Xantrex Technology Inc Installation To Install the SwcaRequirements Connecting the Swca to a Computer using a ModemConnecting Multiple SWCAs to a Single Computer Additional Possible RequirementsAdvanced Monitoring Software Installation ConcernsPositive Ground or PV Ground Fault Protection Installations Multiple SWCAsInstallation Concerns Installation Installing the Swcps DOS Program Using the Swcps DOS Program Swca DOS Display Emulation SoftwareFunction Keys and Other Displays Swca Programming MenuSwca Programming Menu Function Keys Key PurposeLED Control Indicators Abbreviation DefinitionKeyboard Commands Keystroke FunctionChanging the PC’s COM Port Number Starting the ProgramID Numbers Switching Between Multiple Swca Adapters/inverters Accessing Help Information from the Swcps ProgramAccessing the Setup Menu from the Swcps Program Exiting the Swcps ProgramUSE of the Swca with Terminal Emulation Programs Making a New ConnectionTelephone Number Dialog Box COM Port Values Figure!.,%#3-5.!%##*#.%$%-###+&/0Testing the Swca Operation Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Warranty Appendix a Product and System InformationReturn Material Authorization Policy Return Material ProcedureService Information Appendix a Product & System Information Page 360 435