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Owner’s Manual
1111 W. 35th Street Chicago, IL 60609 USA
Customer Support: (773)
Remote Control Module & Mounting Plate
for use with select PowerVerter® Inverters (PV series) or PowerVerter® Inverter/Chargers (APS, RV or EMS series)
The Remote Control Module allows you to remotely monitor and control many of the functions of select* Tripp Lite PowerVerter PV Inverters and PowerVerter
APS, RV or EMS Inverter/Chargers.
* Only those models featuring an RJ45 Remote Port.
Installation
Connecting to an Inverter or Inverter/Charger
Connect one end of the included
Connecting to Additional Remote Control Modules (Optional)
You can control a single PowerVerter Inverter or Inverter/Charger with two separate Remote Control Modules. Connect one Remote Control Module directly to the PowerVerter as described above. Connect either of the two RJ45 Remote Ports on the bottom of the second Remote Control Module directly to the remaining RJ45 Remote Port on the bottom of the first Remote Control Module using an
Mounting with Included Mounting Plate (Optional)
•For PVXXXXHF Model Inverters: Install with Inverter side of plate facing out.
•For PVXXXXFC Model Inverters: Install with Inverter side of plate facing out; place included label on plate as shown.
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Connecting to Vehicle's Ignition Switch (Optional)
• For Inverter/Chargers (All Models): Install with Inverter/Charger side of plate facing out.
You can set the Remote Control Module to automatically perform either one of two additional control functions (DISABLE or ENABLE) by connecting the Remote Control Module to the vehicle’s ignition switch. These connections are optional; the Remote Control Module will function without these connections.
WARNING! THE IGNITION SWITCH CONTROL FUNCTION IS
ONLY FOR USE WITH 12V NEGATIVE GROUND SYSTEMS.
Wiring the Ignition Switch Control Cable to your vehicle’s ignition requires a
qualified technician, who must determine the proper wiring procedure.
“DISABLE” Control Function: This function automatically disables (turns OFF) the AC power output from the PowerVerter when the vehicle's ignition switch is placed in the “Engine Run” position. This function will satisfy local codes and requirements concerning video monitors (or TVs) that are located within a driver’s view by automatically turning
STEP 1) Using the two included machine screws, attach the Mounting Plate to the front of the Remote Control Module.
STEP 2) Using the four included sheet metal screws, install the Mounting Plate and Remote Control Module in the panel opening of your vehicle.
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them off when the engine is started.
Using the interface cable* (included with select models), connect the black lead to vehicle ground (battery negative). Connect the red lead to the “Engine Run” terminal of the vehicle’s ignition switch. Then, connect the interface cable’s
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* The interface cable (included with select models) has a
“ENABLE” Control Function: This function automatically enables (turns ON) the AC power output from the PowerVerter when the vehicle's ignition switch is placed in either the “Accessory” or “Engine Run” positions. This function minimizes the risk of discharging the vehicle battery when the vehicle is parked with the engine off for an extended period of time.*
Using the interface cable** (included with select models), connect the black lead to vehicle ground (battery negative). Connect the red lead to the “Accessory” terminal of the vehicle’s ignition switch. Then, connect the interface cable’s
*Note: a very small discharge current (approximately 18 milliamps) will still exist that should not affect starting ability, even if the vehicle engine has not been turned on for several days. To reduce this current to zero, set the Remote Control Module’s switch to either “OFF” (for PV models) or “AUTO” (for APS, RV or EMS models).** The interface cable (included with select models) has a
Mounting Without Included Mounting Plate (Optional)
Affix either one of the two included labels to the front panel of the Remote Control Module. The labels identify the Module's LEDs. Choose the label marked "PV" if you are using the Remote Control Module to operate a Tripp Lite Inverter. Choose the label market "APS" if you are using the Remote Control Module to operate a Tripp Lite Inverter/Charger.
Mount the Remote Control Module in a variety of ways
Operation
Choose operation based on whether you connect your Remote Control Module to an Inverter (PV series) or Inverter/Charger (APS, RV or EMS series).
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1OFF/ON Switch:
Move this switch to the “ON” position to have your Inverter provide connected equipment with AC power by converting DC power from an attached battery. To prevent battery drain, leave it in the “OFF” or “INV OFF”* position when not using connected equipment.
2“BATTERY” LEDs: These three lights show the approximate charge of your connected batteries. See chart below for approximate charges.
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| Green | 96% | - Full |
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| Green & yellow | 81% | - 95% |
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| Yellow | 61% | - 80% |
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| Yellow & red | 41% | - 60% |
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| Red | 21% | - 40% |
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| All three lights off | 1% - 20% |
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| Flashing red | 0% (Inverter shutdown) | |||
| All three lights flash slowly | Excessive discharge |
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| All three lights flash quickly | Overcharge | |||
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* “OFF” when used with lable; “INV OFF” when used with mounting plate.
