2.0 GENERAL INFORMATION
MORNINGSTAR CORPORATION
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2.0
The features of the SunSaver MPPT are shown in Figure
1 below. An explanation of each feature is provided.
Figure 1. SunSaver MPPT features.
1 - Status LED
An LED indicator that shows charging status and also
indicates when a solar input fault condition exists.
2 - Power Terminal Block
Power terminations for system Solar, Battery, and Load
connections.
3 - Battery Select Jumper
A removable jumper to select the battery type.
4 - Meter Connection
A communication port for the Morningstar
Remote Meter
or Personal Computer (PC) connection. A
MSC
adapter is
1
2
8
7
6
5
4
3
required, available separately.
5 - Settings Switches
Adjustment switches that de
ne the operating parameters
of the SunSaver MPPT.
6 - Remote Temperature Sensor (RTS) Terminals
Connection point for a Morningstar RTS (optional) to
remotely monitor battery temperature.
7 - Local Temperature Sensor
Measures ambient temperature. Battery regulation is
adjusted based on ambient temperature unless an optional
RTS is installed.
8 - Battery Status LEDs
Provides approximate battery
state of charge
indication
and also indicates when a system or load fault condition
exists.
