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Operation
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Using the S400 Remote Switch
The S400 Remote Switch performs the same function as the On/Standby
switch on the XS400.
Invert mode use
only The S400 Remote Switch provides On/Standby control only when the
XS400 is operating in invert mode.
To use the S400 Remote Switch, the On/Standby switch on the XS400
must be turned to the On ( ) position. See “Operating in Invert Mode” on
page 3–5.
Purpose The S400 Remote Switch provides remote control of the XS400 from a
convenient location of up to 25 feet (7.5 meters) away using the supplied
telephone cable.
Cable length You can use a longer cable up to a maximum recommended length of 50
feet (15 meters). Xantrex recommends using a high quality 4-wire
telephone cable with 6-position, 4-contact connectors.
Important:
When shore power is present, the S400 Remote Switch
will not change the operation of the inverter.
Figure 3-2 S400 Remote Switch
Inverter ON