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Your Power Solutions PartnerCordex Controller Software Manual, Version 3.1xUser ManualPart # 0700015-J0Effective: 04/2012member of The Grou

0700015-J0 Rev B82.4 Mixed Rectifier SystemAll controllers, except the CXCU, allow one type of Alpha Pathfinder model rectifier to work in parallel

0700015-J0 Rev B987. Advanced Programming7.1 Example: CustomizeWhen configuring Alarms (Section 6.5.3), Signals (6.6.2), or Controls (6.7), an op

990700015-J0 Rev BMathematical operators:+ = Add- = Subtract* = Multiply/ = Divide7.3 Tips on ProgrammingSquare parenthesis [ ] are reserved for

0700015-J0 Rev B1008. CXC Communications Menu ParametersThis chapter provides definitions regarding Ethernet, IP Addresses, and CXC communications

1010700015-J0 Rev B8.1.2 IP InformationDisplays the CXC current IP Address Settings for the LCD menu. Scroll bars enable the user to navigate the

0700015-J0 Rev B1028.2.2 Rear Modem PortThree choices are available from the Installed Modem pull-down menu: • Internal Modem• External Modem•

1030700015-J0 Rev B8.3.3 Null Modem Direct Cable Connection SupportThe CXC supports the use of a direct DB-9 null modem cable connection to a com

0700015-J0 Rev B1049. Remote CommunicationsThe instructions provided in this chapter should enable the user to establish remote communications wi

1050700015-J0 Rev B9.1.1 Support for CXC with No LCD DisplaySome CCXs have a 4-digit display or no LCD for system monitoring. System setup and ma

0700015-J0 Rev B1069.2.2 Network Connection WizardThis wizard is used to create several different types of connection, so it is important to foll

1070700015-J0 Rev B9.2.3 Direct Connection PropertiesRight-click on the DIRECT CONNECTION icon to verify the properties of the new connection as

90700015-J0 Rev B2.8.1 Theory of Battery Temperature CompensationThe battery life expectancy and performance is directly related to the battery a

0700015-J0 Rev B1089.2.4 Phone and Modem OptionsSelect Start menu and then Control Panel. Open Phone and Modem Options to check the speed of the

1090700015-J0 Rev BSelect PROPERTIES and verify Maximum Port Speed (determined previously) as shown below:Select OK to close each of these windows

0700015-J0 Rev B1109.2.6 Dial the Modem and Connect to the CXC1. Once the connection is established (icon in bottom right tray), right click on

1110700015-J0 Rev B9.3 Modem Connection9.3.1 Controller SetupTo set the modem number of rings, edit the MODEM INIT STRING; for example:E1MIQ0X4S

0700015-J0 Rev B1129.3.2 Computer Setup1. In Windows® 2000, select START > SETTINGS, and then select NETWORK AND DIAL-UP CONNECTIONS.2. Doub

1130700015-J0 Rev B10. Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP)10.1 OverviewSNMP was developed in 1988 as an operating system for the managemen

0700015-J0 Rev B11410.1.3 Typical UDP Transport• Agent listens on UDP port 161.• Responses are sent back to the originating NMS port from a dyn

1150700015-J0 Rev B10.1.4 Variable Binding (VarBind)A VarBind is a sequence of two specific fields, an Object Identifier (ID) and the value for/from

0700015-J0 Rev B11610.3 Communication ConfigurationSNMP Communication Configuration is only accessible via the web interface.Select Communications

1170700015-J0 Rev B10.3.3 Event Notification Destination – Multiple SNMP and SMTP DestinationsThe Supervisor can add up to eight (8) separate dest

0700015-J0 Rev B102.9.2 Periodic Auto EqualizePeriodic Auto Equalize can be used for maintaining the long-term integrity of a battery string. Ove

0700015-J0 Rev B118Click Finish to complete the destination wizard setup and return to the Event Notication Destination window.For SNMP Congurat

1190700015-J0 Rev B10.3.3.1 Master SNMP DestinationThis menu item enables the Supervisor to set a NMS destination as master.Select from the pull-

0700015-J0 Rev B12011. Factory Ranges and DefaultsTable G — Rectiers menu defaultsSubmenu ItemProgrammable RangeDefault Setting12Vdc24Vdc 48Vd

1210700015-J0 Rev BTable I — Batteries menu defaultsSubmenu ItemProgrammable RangeDefault Setting12Vdc24Vdc 48Vdc 125Vdc 220VdcCapacity Rating 0

0700015-J0 Rev B122Table J — Alarms menu defaultsSubmenu ItemProgrammable RangeDefault Setting: Priority, Activation Value12Vdc24Vdc 48Vdc 125Vd

1230700015-J0 Rev BTable K — Controls menu defaultsSubmenu ItemProgrammable RangeDefault Setting12Vdc24Vdc 48Vdc 125Vdc 220VdcLVD 1 0-9999999999

0700015-J0 Rev B124Table L — Communications menu defaultsSubmenu ItemProgrammable Range Default SettingIP Address Check = obtain automatically N

1250700015-J0 Rev BTable O — Signals menu defaultsSubmenu ItemProgrammable Range Default SettingLoad Voltage (V1) Decimal precision: 0-3 2Load C

0700015-J0 Rev B126The inverter configuration file is actually one big file, but is presented here as Table P, Table Q, and Table R for clarity.Tab

1270700015-J0 Rev BTable Q — Inverter ParametersSubmenu ItemDefault Setting UnitsMax power (pc of nominal power) 150 % Max Overload Duration

110700015-J0 Rev Binteger values and the CXC may require numbers accurate to two decimal places, values are multiplied by 100 before sending over

0700015-J0 Rev B128Table Q — Inverter ParametersSubmenu ItemDefault Setting UnitsDC 2 : Vdc_in High Stop 62.0 V DC 3 : Vdc_in Low Sta

1290700015-J0 Rev BTable Q — Inverter ParametersSubmenu ItemDefault Setting UnitsAC : Fac_in Low Stop              47.0 Hz AC : Fac_in High Sta

0700015-J0 Rev B130Table R — Inverter Alarm CodesAlarm Type Cause SolutionT2S Event226 NO TRANSMISSION Alarm from the T2S - does not see any

1310700015-J0 Rev B12. Modbus® Communications ProtocolThis feature enables CXC communication of alarms and live signals using Modbus protocol (me

0700015-J0 Rev B132Table T — CXC Modbus PDU address denition for function code 0x02 (read discrete inputs)PDU AddressVariable Name Variable Des

1330700015-J0 Rev BTable T — CXC Modbus PDU address denition for function code 0x02 (read discrete inputs)PDU AddressVariable Name Variable Des

0700015-J0 Rev B134Table T — CXC Modbus PDU address denition for function code 0x02 (read discrete inputs)PDU AddressVariable Name Variable Des

1350700015-J0 Rev BTable T — CXC Modbus PDU address denition for function code 0x02 (read discrete inputs)PDU AddressVariable Name Variable Des

0700015-J0 Rev B136Table T — CXC Modbus PDU address denition for function code 0x02 (read discrete inputs)PDU AddressVariable Name Variable Des

1370700015-J0 Rev BTable U — CXC Modbus PDU address denition for function code 0x03 (read holding registers)PDU AddressVariable Name Variable D

0700015-J0 Rev B122.14.3 Data LoggingThis feature of the CXC web interface allows the user to perform complex/custom configurations of the data ga

0700015-J0 Rev B138Table U — CXC Modbus PDU address denition for function code 0x03 (read holding registers)PDU AddressVariable Name Variable D

1390700015-J0 Rev B13. Trouble-shootingTable W — Trouble-shooting guideSymptomSolutionRectier Communications Lost(RECT COMMS LOST)Check RS-485

0700015-J0 Rev B14014. Alpha Conventions14.1 Acronyms and DefinitionsAC Alternating currentADIO Analog-digital input-outputALCO Alarm cutoffATM

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130700015-J0 Rev B3. User Interface OptionsThis chapter provides an overview of the following user interfaces:• LCD• Web interfaceA user with a

0700015-J0 Rev B143.1 LCD Graphical User InterfaceThis interface is a 160 x 160 pixel touch screen with interactive hot spots that call forth mor

150700015-J0 Rev B3.3.1 Menu Navigation OverviewThe MAIN MENU screen appears on login. The folders with a plus sign can be expanded to show the m

0700015-J0 Rev B16Name of value being editedCancel entry and close windowToggle from positive to negativeInitial value of the eldClear entire el

170700015-J0 Rev BFigure 7 — LCD Menu structure

0700015-J0 Rev B183.4.6 LCD Touch Screen CalibrationPerform the following steps to calibrate the touch screen from the home screen: Complete each

190700015-J0 Rev BTap Home page Icon Make language selec-tionFigure 9 — Language selection on home pageLoginContrastReset0: English1: (Chinese)

0700015-J0 Rev B204.3 Date and TimeTo change the date and/or time, tap the area where the date and time are displayed on the home page (below the

210700015-J0 Rev B4.5 Alarm Display and ConfigurationIf the Alarm Indication window in the home screen indicates an alert (such as an active alarm

0700015-J0 Rev B224.5.2 Alarm HistoryTap Show Alarm History to link to another screen that lists past alarms. Two pull-down menus enable the user

230700015-J0 Rev BUse the pull-down menu to select one of the following signals: Controller SignalsTap the Configure button to produce another wind

0700015-J0 Rev B244.7 Rectifiers (and Converters) Information4.7.1 Inventory UpdateThis button enables the user to re-acquire all the attached mo

250700015-J0 Rev B4.7.3 Basic Programming ExampleFor details of the settings in the RECTIFIERS\ CONFIGURE SETTINGS menu, see 6.3.2:1. Use the na

0700015-J0 Rev B264.9 Float (FL) ModeFL is the CXC default mode at start up and during normal system operation. In this mode, the rectifier’s char

270700015-J0 Rev BThe BT depth of discharge (DOD) can be accessed via the Analog Signals Display; provides an addi-tional indication of test progr

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0700015-J0 Rev B284.12.7 Conditions to Watch for During BT ModeIf the voltage drops below 47 V before or when 3% DOD is reached, the test is abor

290700015-J0 Rev B5. Operating with the Web and Panel PC Interface5.1 Communication SettingsThe web interface and panel PC are alike except for

0700015-J0 Rev B305.2 Getting StartedThe following diagram shows navigation options available from the home page.5. In the CXC Connection Settin

310700015-J0 Rev B5.3 LoginCAUTION: Basic authentication is cached in Firefox and the Panel PC. You must close the browser window to clear passwo

0700015-J0 Rev B325.6.1 Configuring SNTP (Simple Network Time Protocol) Service1. On a laptop or PC, view Date and Time in the Control Panel. Use

330700015-J0 Rev B5.7.3 Silence all AlarmsClick the speaker icon to acknowledge active alarms. This may silence the buzzer and revert the alarm r

0700015-J0 Rev B345.13 Saving Configuration FilesWhen all changes are made, select Main Menu > Logs and Files > Manage Configuration File to

350700015-J0 Rev B5.14 Summary of Menu NavigationTable A — Web Interface Menu StructureMenu Sub-Menu Menu Sub-MenuSystem x View Live Status x C

0700015-J0 Rev B366. System Configuration: Programming and AdjustmentsThe CXC menu structure (Figure 7) consists of two basic components: Menu Ca

370700015-J0 Rev B6.1.3 Set ADIO Module NumberThe Supervisor can select and map the order number in which CAN-enabled system devices, such as Bat

0700015-J0 Rev B2Contents1. Introduction ...

0700015-J0 Rev B386.1.5 Temperature UnitsThis menu item enables the Supervisor to select the temperature display units (Celsius or Fahrenheit).Fo

390700015-J0 Rev B6.2 ConvertersThis menu category consists of converter alarms and controls. Parameters can be set/accessed such as output volta

0700015-J0 Rev B40The menu items described below can be configured via a virtual numeric keypad ( ) or by toggling the listed item. For a basic pro

410700015-J0 Rev B6.3.2.9 Power Limit (PL)This menu item sets the level as a percentage at which power limiting activates in all connected Cordex

0700015-J0 Rev B426.3.3 Power SaveThe Supervisor can improve operational efficiency when conditions warrant by running only the neces-sary number

430700015-J0 Rev B6.4 InvertersThe inverter menus are only available from the controller web interface.Figure 39 — View live status web interfa

0700015-J0 Rev B44Figure 40 — Group mapping interfaceThe groups of inverters can then be monitored as a unit in the View Group Status screen.gre

450700015-J0 Rev BConfiguration of DC input GroupsThe configuration of the DC input to the inverters provides several different ways to monitor DC i

0700015-J0 Rev B466.4.4 General SettingsThe following table describes some of the less obvious fields in the General Settings menu: Table B — Ge

470700015-J0 Rev B6.4.5 Set Inputs This submenu enables the supervisor to set the AC and DC input parameters shown in the following screen captur

30700015-J0 Rev B4.5  Alarm Display and Conguration ...214.6 Sig

0700015-J0 Rev B486.4.7 Auto DC PriorityThe inverters can be configured to switch to DC Priority mode when a custom alarm is tripped. The alarm ca

490700015-J0 Rev B6.4.8 Inverter AlarmsThe real time clock of the inverter controller (T2S) is synchronized with the Cordex controller RTC.NOTE:6

0700015-J0 Rev B506.4.9 Auto EqualizeEQ DurationDuration of the auto equalize cycle, in hours.The duration setting is also used in manual equaliz

510700015-J0 Rev B6.5.2 Charge Current Control (CCC)Use Charge Current Control to limit the battery recharge current to the battery manufacturer’

0700015-J0 Rev B526.5.4 Battery (Discharge) TestThe Battery Test (BT) is used to update the status of the battery capacity. It can be set to run

530700015-J0 Rev B6.5.5 Boost (BST) ModeThis feature provides the supervisor with the means to equalize charge the battery at a higher voltage re

0700015-J0 Rev B54Temp Comp SlopeDesired temperature compensation slopeNumber of CellsNumber of battery cells per stringFigure 56 — Battery Prop

550700015-J0 Rev B6.5.8 Battery InformationThe web interface provides a window to enter/view the manufacturer’s data for the batteries in the sys

0700015-J0 Rev B56Enable Periodic BTSet the time interval in days between battery tests. Set the time interval in days between battery testsEnable

570700015-J0 Rev B6.6 AlarmsThis menu category consists of power system alarms. Parameters can be set/accessed such as power system high/low volt

0700015-J0 Rev B46.7 Signals ...

0700015-J0 Rev B58A new window appears with the folllowing parameters:Alarms cannot be mapped to a relay unless the alarm is enabled. Disabling an

590700015-J0 Rev BFigure 64 — Configure Alarms Example – Web InterfaceConfiguring Alarms – Web Interface The web interface provides a list of all

0700015-J0 Rev B606.6.3.1 Overview of Output Relay Channels and ConfigurationOne active control can be mapped for each of the relays; for example,

610700015-J0 Rev BFan Fail Alarm (for Fan Cooled Systems)Triggers an alarm when a fan fail (speed error or failed fan) condition has occurred in a

0700015-J0 Rev B626.6.5 Menu Items for Configuring Alarms Associated with Each Analog Input6.6.5.1 Current AlarmsBattery Current HighSetting for

630700015-J0 Rev B6.6.5.5 Miscellaneous AlarmsReal Time Clock ErrorActivates an alarm when any change to the CXC clock occurs due to a battery fa

0700015-J0 Rev B64Refer to Figure 68 while completing the following steps to program an alarm-triggering equation (in this case, when the signal V

650700015-J0 Rev BThe previous notes correspond to the numbers in the sequence of figures below:Equations (from actual customer configurations)Examp

0700015-J0 Rev B66Next, disable the regular AC alarms (6.6.5.2).Finally, create custom alarms using the average phase voltages. Here is one possib

670700015-J0 Rev BConv. Major Fail CountThis menu item enables the Supervisor to set the total number of converter fail alarms that will trigger t

50700015-J0 Rev BList of TablesTable A — Web Interface Menu Structure ...

0700015-J0 Rev B686.6.5.9 Inverter AlarmsThe Supervisor can enable an inverter alarm for any of the following conditions:Alarm Name Alarm Conditi

690700015-J0 Rev B6.6.8 Alarm ToneThis feature is found under the Global Alarm Configuration menu (submenu of Alarms) and the tone is enabled by d

0700015-J0 Rev B706.7 SignalsThis menu category consists of system identifiers and calibration controls. Parameters can be set/ac-cessed such as c

710700015-J0 Rev B6.7.1. 2 Calibration of Analog Input ChannelsCalibrate the selected channel by setting the high point or low point or both as s

0700015-J0 Rev B726.7. 2 Configure SignalsThis menu item allows the Supervisor to configure Controller Signals (and Analog Inputs described above).

730700015-J0 Rev B6.7.2.2 Analog InputsRefer to section 6 .7.1 for an overview of analog input channels.6.7. 2. 3 Digital InputsSelect this head

0700015-J0 Rev B746.7. 2.6 Examples of Signal Configuration and CustomizationExample One – Configure Signal and Customize Signal EquationSelect Cus

750700015-J0 Rev BExample Five – Midpoint Voltage ErrorThe following is an example of a Custom Signal configured for an analog input (GP4) reading

0700015-J0 Rev B766.7. 2. 8 Converter SignalsUse to view the status of all acquired converters in the system; including but not limited to:Total

770700015-J0 Rev BTap the Initial Value button to enter a new window of operation:Figure 82 — Timers access windowsName of item being editedTogg

0700015-J0 Rev B61. Introduction1.1 Scope of the ManualThis document describes the software features, on-site setup, and operation of the Cordex

0700015-J0 Rev B786.7. 2.12 ADIO SignalsSelect this heading from the pull-down menu to access individual signals for an ADIO (Analog Digital Inpu

790700015-J0 Rev BView Live Status (Web Interface) – ADIO live information is displayed via another link/window for the device, if so equipped:Whe

0700015-J0 Rev B80ADIO Configure Signals – enables the Supervisor to input a value for a range to apply to all selected channels. In this case, the

810700015-J0 Rev B6.7.3 Data Logging (Web Interface Only)6.7.3.1 Configure Data LoggingFrom the main menu, select Signals > Configure Data Logg

0700015-J0 Rev B82Start Trigger – enables data collection to be started manually, by event or by time. For example, select Customize to edit/build

830700015-J0 Rev BStop Trigger – enables data collection to be stopped manually, by event or by time. For example, to specify a period of time whe

0700015-J0 Rev B846.7.3.4 Example One – Logging Three Phase Voltage Input (Rectifier System)The following is an example of a Data Log configured to

850700015-J0 Rev B6.7.3.5 Example Two – Battery SystemThe following is an example of a Data Log configured to monitor the battery voltage, current

0700015-J0 Rev B866.7.3.6 Example Three – Generator VoltageThe following is an example of a Data Log configured to monitor the input voltage of a

870700015-J0 Rev B6.7.4 ADIO Device Configuration (Web Interface Only)The Supervisor can modify the name of the signal or configure an alarm for th

70700015-J0 Rev B2. Standard FeaturesThe following are new features in Version 3.1x: • Retrieve inverter history file—see 6.4.8.2)• Inverter ala

0700015-J0 Rev B88Figure 103 — ADIO device configuration examples (showing BCM device)Select the device to congureFigure 104 — ADIO device co

890700015-J0 Rev B6.8 ControlsThis menu category consists of power system controls. Parameters can be set/accessed such as low voltage disconnect

0700015-J0 Rev B906.8.1.1 DOD ActivationThis menu item (LVD DOD Control) allows the Supervisor to configure each LVD control for activation once t

910700015-J0 Rev B6.9 CommunicationsThis menu category consists of rectifier and power system communications controls. Parameters can be set/acces

0700015-J0 Rev B926.9.8 Configuring the Point to Point Protocol (PPP) Connection DeviceThe Supervisor can set the baud rate and the CXC rear port

930700015-J0 Rev B6.10 HardwareThis menu category consists of output relay configuration and testing. See also 6.6.3.1 for an overview.6.10.1 Con

0700015-J0 Rev B946.11 Logs & Files (Web Interface only)This menu category consists of retrieving logs for event, battery, statistics and dat

950700015-J0 Rev B6.11.2.1 Printing Custom Site ConfigurationCAUTION: BY DEFAULT THE BROWSER WILL PRINT OUT ALL SETTINGS REQUIRING APPROXI-MATELY

0700015-J0 Rev B966.11.4 Manage Language FilesLanguage files can be uploaded via the web interface. The CXC can be set up for a maximum of three l

970700015-J0 Rev B6.12.2 Customize User InterfaceTo remove web browser elements do not apply to your application, select Supervisor->Customize