Xantrex 120 VAC/60 Owner's Manual

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APPENDIXPage128 2001 Xantrex Technology, Inc.5916 - 195th Street N. E.Arlington, WA 98223Telephone: 360/435-8826Fax: 360/435-2229www.traceengineering.comSW Series Inverter/ChargerPart No. 2031-5Rev. C: February 2001APPENDIXOPTIONSOptions available for the SW Series Inverter/Charger include a choice of remote controls, and a batterytemperature control.SWRCThe optional SWRC Remote Control (SWRC or SWRC/50FT) has the ability to communicate with andadjust settings in the SW Series Inverter/Charger. It is operational whenever DC power is applied to theinverter DC input terminals.The SWRC is connected to the remote control port labeled REMOTE* on the left side (AC side) of the SWSeries Inverter/Charger, using the provided DB-25 communications cable. Two cable lengths are available- 25 feet (8 meters) or 50 feet (16 meters). Distances longer than 50 feet (16 meters) are notrecommended.The SWRC displays its information on a LCD screen, which duplicates the functions of the integral ControlPanel on the SW Series Inverter/Charger, but it allows these functions to be performed and/or observedfrom a remote location (up to 50 feet from the inverter). Once the desired changes have been made, theSWRC may be unplugged and these changes will be retained, except if the inverter is completely powereddown. When the SWRC is connected to the inverter, the inverter’s status LED’s still operate normally.Installation and operating instructions are included with the SWRC.∗ You may connect either the SWRC or SWCA. Both options cannot be connected at the same time.SWCAThe Sine wave Communications Adapter (SWCA) serial communications interface adapter allows forremote set-up, adjustment, troubleshooting and monitoring of SW Series inverters from a personalcomputer and allows modem access monitoring over long distances. The SWCA allows direct access ofup to eight SW Series inverters via standard telephone type wire.The SWCA is connected to the remote control port labeled REMOTE* on the left side (AC side) of the SWSeries Inverter/Charger, using the provided DB-25 communications cable.∗ You may connect either the SWRC or SWCA. Both options cannot be connected at the same time.The SWCA provides the following features:• Remote set-up: The SWCA is capable of direct connection to a modem for use in remote siteswhere a computer is not desired. This makes remote set-up simple and easy for end users, dealer,distributors or anyone familiar SW Series Inverter/Chargers. With an on-site modem and cellularcommunications network, costly trips are no longer necessary. Simply dial up your onsite modem andreset or adjust your systems via a virtual control panel simulation.• Troubleshooting: In the event that problems occur in the field, the SWCA can be used to do simpletroubleshooting by accessing meters and error conditions from your home or office. This feature isgreat for new users and allows dealers to guide their customers through simple set-up and adjustmentproblems that would usually require on-site assistance. An ideal service program for authorizedXantrex service centers distributors and dealers.• Monitoring: By simply paralleling the four-cable conductor, access to eight adapters is madepossible. Further long-term monitoring can be made via an external data-logging device.SWCBThe SWCB conduit box consists of a metal enclosure for connection to the SW Series Inverter/Chargerand is provided to meet applicable codes and safety standards. The SWCB may be fitted to the DC side ofthe SW Series Inverter/Charger. The SWCB has ½”, ¾” and 2” knockouts for attaching conduit hardware.