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Operation / Product description PCS 2 8-3
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Revision: B
Operation / Product description PCS 2
InstrumentationThree LED's, Green - OK, Yellow - Message, Red - Alarm 2 x 20 character
alphanumeric LCD display with backlight. 5mm character height.
Interface:RS 232 for remote operation via PowCom. RS 485 for internal communication with
128 addresses (64 rectifier modules and 64 sub-controllers).
Basic functionsSimple manu-guided operation
User-selectable alarm parameters
40 event data logging
Internal clock with battery backup
Multiple language options
Temperature compensated charging
Boost charging, manually and automatic
Monthly data logging
LVD control of two contactors, voltage or time controlled
Battery test, manual or automatic with symmetry measurement
Alarm relay test
Adjustable battery current
Software controlled start up after mains outage and battery test
Optional Ethernet interface
8.3 Operation - Introduction
The PCS 2 communicates through an alarm interface board and a backplane that connects to the rectifier
modules. There may be up to 64 rectifier modules and 63 Units on one serial channel.
The following section contains basic PCS 2 functions including starting the PCS 2, adding modules and
removing modules from the PCS 2 system.
Figure 8-1 PCS 2 LED's and control.
WARNING! RISK OF EXPLOSION IF LITHIUM BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN
INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE
MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS.
Power LED (Green)
Warning LED (Yellow)
Alarm LED (Red)
System Interface Controls
RS235 Interface Connection