Alber BDS-40, Product Description Manual

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1.4 Alarm Features
The monitor may be set to automatically call the Central computer to report an alarm condition when
detected. You can program high and low alarm levels on all voltage and temperature parameters, and a
high alarm level for resistance. When a parameter goes outside the normal range, the monitor stores
the event in memory, the Alarm LED lights, and an alarm relay with a Form C contact energizes. The
alarms may be set for latching or nonlatching.
1.5 Features
This section describes standard and optional BDS ‐ 40 features.
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Scans all pertinent battery parameters, such as overall voltage, cell voltages, current, and
temperature.
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Performs a scheduled resistance test of all cells/jars and intertiers, and stores results for trending
analysis.
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Auto detects discharges based on Overall Volts or Discharge Current, and stores data for real time or
accelerated time playback.
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Signals if any parameter is outside user ‐ programmed limits, energizes a Form C relay contact, and
calls a Central computer to report the alarm condition.
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Communicates with an external computer via USB, RS ‐ 232, modem, and LAN.
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Network compatible.
1.6 Battery Monitor Data Manager BMDM Program Features
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Windows
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2000, XP, 7 and 8 compatible Central computer control software.
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Easy to read string and monitor status.
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Automatic polling for over 1000 monitor sites for monitor and string status reporting.
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Historical event list for complete string history.
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Automatically receives calls from monitors and updates the central database for data analysis.
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Service mode for service personnel, and local RS ‐ 323 and USB direct connect viewing of string
details and system setup when loaded on a laptop computer.
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Microsoft Access
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database compatible, with management of all stored data.
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Playback of discharge rundown test and controlled rundown test data.
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Automatic paging, emailing, and faxing of alarm events.
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Instant Trend graphs of any selected parameter
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Complete memo tracking down to the cell/module level.
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Status display can be customized for multi–customer monitoring.
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Network compatible.
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SQL server compatible
1.7 Optional Accessories
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Hall effect Current Transducer (CT) for measuring discharge and float current.
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Temperature sensor: Electrolyte Probe or Contact Ambient Probe.
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Network interface.
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Modem