General Description
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IPN 997-00012-52D July 2010
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Other Features
External communications
Refer to the system controller handbook for information on these communications options.
Communications options
SC200
SC100
Communication with
DCTools
via USB
9
-
Communication with
DCTools
or
PowerManagerII
via RS232
9
9
Communication with
DCTools
or
PowerManagerII
via
an external PSTN or GSM modem (dial-in and dial-out on alarm)
9
9
Communication with
DCTools
or
PowerManagerII
via Ethernet
9
-
Communication with web browser software via an IP network
9
-
Communication with a Network Management System (NMS) using
SNMP
9
-
Communication with a Building Management System (BMS) using
Modbus
9
-
Alarm and status messages to GSM Short Messaging Service (SMS)
text capable cell phones
9
9
Communication with an alarm management system using
voltage-free relay contacts (on an IOBGP I/O board)
9
9
Low Voltage Disconnect Option
A Low Voltage Disconnect (LVD) is fitted in some models of the Access Power Solutions
(APS3-400 Series) (see Model Numbers on page
). This is connected as a battery disconnect.
For information on operation see Low Voltage Disconnect (LVD) in the System Controller
Operation Handbook.
Battery Mid-point Monitoring Option (SC200 only)
Battery Mid-point Monitoring provides a cost-effective method for the early detection of
internal battery faults. The voltages of the two halves of a battery string are measured and the
system controller generates an alarm signal if a voltage imbalance is detected.
A voltage imbalance is an indication that one or more cells has an internal fault. Further
investigation can then isolate the faulty cell(s) and action can be taken to correct the problem
and prevent a total battery failure.
To connect the Battery Mid-point Monitoring option see details on page
. If a
String Fail
alarm
is generated see Troubleshooting on page
To ensure reliable operation Mid-point Monitoring operates only when the battery is in float
charge and after a configurable lockout period since the last battery discharge, Fast Charge,
Equalize or Battery Test.
