Victron energy MultiPlus Compact 12/1200/50-16, Manual

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4.4 Optional Connections
A number of optional connections are possible:
Undo the four screws at the front of the enclosure and remove the front panel.
4.4.1 Second Battery
The MultiPlus Compact has a connection (+) for charging a starter battery. For connection
see appendix A.
4.4.2 Temperature Sensor
The temperature sensor supplied with the product may be used for temperature-
compensated charging. The sensor is insulated and must be mounted on the batteries minus
pole. Default output voltages for Float and Absorption are at 25°C. In adjust mode
temperature compensation is disabled.
10.0
10.5
11.0
11.5
12.0
12.5
13.0
13.5
14.0
14.5
15.0
0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60
Battery temperature
Volts
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21
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24
25
26
27
28
29
30
Volts
4.4.3 Remote Control panel & remote on/off switch
The product can be remotely controlled in two ways:
- With an external 3-way switch
- With a Multi Control Panel
Please see section 5.5.1. for appropriate DIP switch settings.
4.4.4. Programmable relay
The MultiPlus is equipped with a multi-functional relay that by default is programmed as an
alarm relay. The relay can be programmed for all kinds of other applications however, for
example to start a generator (VEConfigure software needed).
Near the connection terminals an LED illuminates when the relay is activated (refer to S, see
appendix A).