Outback Power Systems FX2024ET Auxiliary Menu, ADV INV Chgr PG2, PG2 AUX Stack PG4, Down INC Port

MATE SCREENS

AUXILIARY MENU

The AUX (auxiliary) section can be used to control external AC or DC loads, signal a generator start system, send a fault alarm signal, or to run a fan. The AUX output provides a 12 vdc, 0.7 adc output on the AUX terminals located in the AC wiring compartment.

ADV/FX/PAGE1--------

choose category:

ADV INV CHGR PG2

↓

ADV/FX/PAGE2--------

choose category:

PG1	GRID	GEN	PG3
			↓
ADV/FX/PAGE3--------
choose category:
PG2	AUX STACK		PG4
	↓
ADV/FX/AUX-------			P00
aux output			AUTO
control
DOWN	INC	DEC	PORT
↓
ADV/FX/AUX-------			P00
aux output		AC Drop
function		DEC
DOWN	INC		PORT
		↓
ADV/FX/AUX-------P00
aux output		DivertAC
function		DEC
DOWN	INC		PORT
		↓
ADV/FX/AUX-------P00
aux output		DivertDC
function		DEC
DOWN	INC		PORT
		↓
ADV/FX/AUX-------P00
aux output		Cool Fan
function		DEC
DOWN	INC		PORT
		↓
ADV/FX/AUX-------P00
aux output		Vent Fan
function		DEC
DOWN	INC		PORT
		↓
ADV/FX/AUX-------P00
aux output		Fault
function		DEC
DOWN	INC		PORT
		↓
ADV/FX/AUX-------P00
aux output		GenAlert
function		DEC
DOWN	INC		PORT
		↓
ADV/FX/AUX-------P00
aux output		LoadShed
function		DEC
DOWN	INC		PORT
		↓
ADV/FX/AUX-------P00
aux output		Remote
function
DOWN	INC	DEC	PORT
↓

Once the password has been correctly entered, the ADV - CHOOSE CATEGORY: screen is displayed. Selecting <PG2> shows a second screen of categories.

Selecting <PG3> shows a third screen of categories.

Selecting <AUX> allows adjustment of the auxiliary output set points and operation. The AUX OUTPUT CONTROL screen allows selection of the mode of the AUX output. Selecting INC or DEC changes the mode between OFF, AUTO, and ON. Selecting OFF disables the AUX output from operating. Selecting AUTO allows the AUX output to automatically perform the function that is selected in the AUX OUTPUT FUNCTION screens below. Selecting ON forces the AUX output to be kept ON regardless of the function selected. Pressing <DOWN> allows the selection of the AUX OUTPUT FUNCTION. There are nine functions in this section. The default setting is “Cool Fan” which is set to run a Turbo Kit without any programming. The function at the top of the menu is “AC Drop”. The user must press <INC> three times in order to get to the top of the list of functions.

Selecting AC DROP enables the AUX output when an AC source is connected to the FX. When the AC source ceases (due to a power outage, or a generator quitting) the Aux output will be deactivated. This allows the user to attach an indicator to the AUX output to show the user when an AC source is connected.

Selecting DIVERT enables the AUX output to function as a diversion controller. This can be used to send excess power from a renewable energy source to a load. This can allow control of sources such as wind turbines or hydro-generators. Two choices of DIVERT are provided – ‘DivertDC’ and ‘DivertAC’. ‘DivertDC’ is used to divert power to DC loads and ‘DivertAC’ is used to divert power to AC loads. The only difference is that the ‘DivertAC’ setting will turn off the AUX output if the inverter is overloaded. See the next page to adjust the set points for this function.

Selecting COOLFAN (default) enables the AUX output to function as a thermostatically operated ventilation system controller. When the FX approaches an over temperature condition, the AUX output will be energized. This can be used to power a small 12 vdc brushless “muffin” type fan, the Turbo Kit, or can be used to control a larger cooling fan via a 12 vdc coil relay.

Selecting VENTFAN enables the AUX output to function as an automatic battery ventilation system controller. The AUX output can provide 0.7 amps of power for connection to a 12 vdc brushless “muffin” type fan. The fan will be automatically turned on when the voltage exceeds the VENTFAN ON voltage set point. The fan can be set to operate intermittently by adjusting the VENTFAN OFF TIME PERIOD. See the next page to adjust the set points for this function.

Selecting FAULT enables the AUX output to function as an alarm output. When the FX enters any of the error conditions, the AUX output is energized. This can be used to send an alarm signal via radio, pager or telephone dialer. It also can be used to log error conditions by using it to trigger an event recording device.

Selecting GENALERT enables the AUX output to function as a simple voltage controlled generator start signal. ‘GenAlert’ can be used to “alert” the system user to start the generator due to the battery voltage being low. Only connection to a 2-wire type generator is possible and must be done through a 12 volt DC relay. Time delays for ON and OFF are adjustable. Using ‘Advanced Generator Start’ (AGS) will override any AUX function that is programmed. See the next page to adjust the set points for this function.

Selecting LOADSHED enables the AUX output to function as a load management system. When the battery voltage drops below the LOAD DISCONNECT set point for more than 3 seconds, the AUX output is energized. Connecting a normally closed (NC) relay to the circuitry of non-vital loads will disengage them with this function. LOADSHED will also occur when the FX approaches an over-temperature condition or when the AC output voltage drops below 202 vac for more than 3 seconds. There is a 3-minute fixed delay before the AUX output is de-energized. See the next page to adjust the set points for this function.

Selecting REMOTE enables the AUX output to be controlled by the MATE or a PC computer connected to the MATE PC communication port. This function is currently not operational. It will be operational in the future.

Press <DOWN> after selecting the AUX OUTPUT FUNCTION of your choice. The AUX menu section is continued on the following page.

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