Xantrex Technology 809-0915 manual System Requirements

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Introduction

System Requirements

Minimum basic system components include the following:

❐Freedom SW Series Inverter/Charger

❐AC Generator or DC Generator

❐Xanbus System Control Panel (SCP)

❐Xanbus Automatic Generator Start (AGS)

Network Communication Protocol The AGS uses Xanbus, a network communications protocol developed by Xantrex, to communicate its settings and activity to other Xanbus-enabled devices. All network components used in the system must be Xanbus-enabled.

Network Power Supply The Xanbus AGS requires three watts of power (maximum) to operate. This power supply is provided by the Freedom SW Series Inverter/Charger through the Xanbus network.

Generator The generator should be a 2-wire or 3-wire generator with Auto Start capability.

The generator should also supply a Generator Run signal. The Generator Run signal is connected to the Xanbus AGS and used by the Xanbus AGS to detect whether the generator is running. Some generator manufacturers refer to this signal as the Hour Meter Signal or Switched B+.

Connecting the Generator Run signal is optional and only used for redundancy. The Xanbus AGS requests generator voltage from the Xanbus in addition to checking the Generator Run signal to detect if the generator is running.

Generator Compatibility The Xanbus AGS supports most two and three-wire generator starters. Some manufacturers include, but are not limited to, Onan (Quiet Diesel, gasoline, and LP), Power Tech, Generac, Northern Lights, Fisher Panda, Westerbeke, Kohler, Honda, and Yamaha. Check with the generator manufacturer to ensure the generator in question includes automatic starting capabilities.

Xanbus System Control Panel (SCP) A Xanbus System Control Panel (SCP) is required to configure the AGS and monitor generator starting and stopping activity.

The Xanbus System Control Panel (SCP) also provides real-time clock information for the AGS Quiet Time and Exercise Time features.

2	Xanbus Automatic Generator Start (AGS) Owner’s Guide

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Contents Xanbus Automatic Generator Start AGS Page Trademarks Exclusion for DocumentationDate and Revision Document Part NumberAbout This Guide PurposeScope AudienceRelated Information Important Safety Instructions ReferenceFCC Information to the User Restrictions on USEPage Contents Page Introduction Xanbus Automatic Generator Start AGS Basic FunctionSystem Requirements Functions Material List AGS unitXanbus-Enabled Products and Accessories Features Front panel featuresBottom panel features XanbusXanbus Automatic Generator Start Installation Materials and Tools RequiredChoosing a Location Routing Connections Shock and Energy HazardsInstallation Overview Mounting the UnitWiring to the 20-contact Connector Circuit Parameter Circuit MaximumTo install the AGS using the wiring harness Ft m Over 30 ft mXanbus Automatic Generator Start Installation Connecting the Generator Relay Function Preset Configuration Setting TypeType 2 Connection Diagram Type 3 Connection Diagram Type 4 Connection Diagram Type 5 Connection Diagram Relay FunctionType 6 Connection Diagram Type 7 Connection Diagram two-wire Type 8 Connection Diagram two-wire Type 9 Connection Diagram Type 10 Connection Diagram Type 11 Connection Diagram Type 12 Connection Diagram Type 13 Connection Diagram Type 14 Connection Diagram two-wire Connecting the Thermostats optional WireNumber Function Wire Color Connecting an External Manual ON/OFF Switch optional Connecting an External Shutdown optionalConnecting an External ON/OFF LED Wire Wiring Harness Number Function Wire ColorExternal ON/OFF Switch and LED Wiring Diagram Connecting the Wiring Harness to the AGS To connect the wiring harness to the AGSConnecting the AGS to the Xanbus Network Verifying Power Is Available Connecting the Xanbus System Control Panel SCPConfiguration of the Xanbus AGS OverviewAccessing the AGS Menu To change operational settings on the AGS MenuXanbus AGS Menu To configure Xanbus Automatic Generator Start AGS MenuAGS Configuration Menu Contents Configuration Menu QT EnValue Description QT Begin QT End Gen TypeDescription Cfg Trigger Values Default Start DCV 30 secStart DCV 15 min Start DCV 2 hr Start DCV 24 hrStop Float Stop AbsorbStop Temp1 Temp2Value Default LoadStart Load Stop Load Cfg Gen Starter Cool DownGen Cool Down Gen Spin DownMax Run Time Exercise PerExercise Dur Exercise TimeRelay3 Gen Run Hold TimeCrank Delay Crank TimeCrank Retry Time Preheat TimeGen Start Tries Restore Defaults Automatic ModeGenMode Manual On Mode Manual Off ModeView Fault Log ModeView Device Info View Event LogUser Settings ItemsAccessing the AGS Home Screen Operation of the Xanbus AGSStarting and Stopping the Generator To start the generator manuallyUsing Quiet Time To enable Quiet TimePutting the AGS in Standby Mode Modes of OperationReturning the AGS to Operating Mode To return the AGS to Operating ModeTroubleshooting To view a message from a fault list or warning listTroubleshooting AGS Warning Messages Fault Reference Table AGS Fault MessagesSpecifications Electrical SpecificationsEnvironmental Specifications Regulatory ApprovalsPhysical Specifications Dimensions Weight Mounting ConnectorsWarranty and Return Information WarrantyWarranty and Return Information DisclaimerReturn Material Authorization Policy Return ProcedureInformation About Your System Recommended Features Appendix a Generator Auto Start Requirements and TypesGenerator Starting Types Two Wire Three-Wire OnanThree-Wire Automotive Appendix B Relay Timing RunModeMomentaryRun Mode MomentaryRun Mode Timing DiagramGlowStop Mode GlowStop Mode Timing DiagramStartStop Mode StartStop Mode Timing DiagramPulseStop Mode PulseStop Mode Timing DiagramPulseStop Mode Relay 1 Behavior Page Page Xantrex Technology USA Inc