Professional DC to AC sinewave inverter
powersine PS1000-12
powersine PS1400-24
powersine PS1800-24
powersine PS1800-48
powersine PS1600-12
Owner’s manual
Thank you for purchasing a TBS Electronics DC to
AC sinewave inverter.
Please read this owner’s manual for information
about using the product correctly and safely.
Keep this owner’s manual close to the inverter for
future reference.
TBS ELECTRONICS BV
De Marowijne 3, 1689AR, Zwaag, The Netherlands
http://www.tbs-electronics.com
1. Powersine display and control overview
2. Dipswitch settings
During step 5 of the installation sequence, you can alter the factory settings of the
dipswitches to change the inverter’s functionality on a few points. The following settings
can be made :
Before proceeding with this owner’s manual, please make
sure you have carefully read the installation guide on the
backside of this paper!
3. Automatic standby (ASB) mode
EN
8. Warranty conditions
10. Declaration of conformity
MANUFACTURER
:
TBS Electronics BV
ADDRESS
:
De Marowijne 3
1689 AR Zwaag
The Netherlands
Declares that the following products :
PRODUCT TYPE
:
DC to AC Sinewave inverter
MODELS
:
PS1000-12, PS1400-24, PS1600-12, PS1800-24,
PS1800-48
Conforms to the requirements of the following Directives of the European Union :
EMC Directive 2004/108/EC
The above product is in conformity with the following harmonized standards :
RoHS Directive 2002/95/EC
EN61000-6-3: 2001
EMC - Generic Emissions Standard
EN61000-6-2: 2005
EMC - Generic Immunity Standard
1)
2)
Measured with resistive load at 25°C ambient. Power ratings are subject to a tolerance of 4% and are
decreasing as temperature rises with a rate of approx. 1.2%/°C starting from 25°C.
Undervoltage limit is dynamic. This limit decreases with increasing load to compensate the voltage drop
across cables and connections.
Measured at nominal input voltage and 25°C.
3)
Note: the given specifications are subject to change without notice.
100%
50%
5%
inverter on
75%
25%
powersine
1600
VA
VOLT
12
power on
auto standby
output power bar
“inverter on” or “error” indicator
indicator mode :
description :
continuous green
power on, normal operation
flashing green
power on, ASB activated
flashing red (1 flash per sec.)
DC error (see note 1)
flashing red (2 flashes per sec.)
output overload or short circuit
flashing red (3 flashes per sec.)
high temperature error
“power on, off, ASB”
switch
When in position “O” the
inverter if off.
When switched to “I” the
inverter switches on in
normal operating mode.
When switched to “II” the
inverter operates in Auto
StandBy (ASB) mode.
See chapter 3 for more
details on the ASB mode.
indicates the percen-
tage of delivered out-
put power. The power
bar turns red if more
than nominal output
power is presently
being delivered.
note 1 :
DC errors are too low or too high battery voltage and too high input ripple voltage. A
ripple voltage error can be caused by a too small battery, too long battery cables, bad DC
connections or too small battery cable wire gauge.
note 2 :
Operating in DC error mode, the inverter restarts automatically when the battery voltage
returns to the normal inverter input voltage range again. If the DC error is caused by an
input ripple voltage error, the inverter needs to be restarted manually. Operating in output
overload or short circuit error, the inverter automatically restarts after 20 seconds.
Operating in high temperature error, the inverter restarts automatically when the inverter
temperature has reached a normal temperature level again. All error types are allowed
maximal four times in a row within a certain time period. When more than four errors are
counted within this time period, the inverter remains operating in an error mode and
needs to be restarted manually.
1. LOC. / EXT.
Choose output frequency (dipswitch 2) and low battery protect
(dipswitch 3) settings to be made using the local dipswitches, or
override these settings and setup the inverter using the optional
Universal Remote Control.
1
on
1
on
Setting ON
Setting OFF
The local dipswitch settings of dipswitch 2 and 3 are ignored and
configuration must be done using the Universal Remote Control.
The local dipswitch settings are used (factory default).
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2. 50Hz / 60Hz
Choose 50Hz or 60Hz output frequency.
2
on
2
on
Setting ON
Setting OFF
Output frequency is 60Hz (factory default for 115V outputs).
Output frequency is 50Hz (factory default for 230V outputs).
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:
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3. LOW BATT
PROTECT
Chooses whether the inverter will shut down at a safe low voltage
level for the battery, or at an even lower voltage level.
3
on
3
on
Setting ON
Setting OFF
the inverter will shutdown at a safe low voltage level to avoid a too
deep discharge of your battery. This voltage level is typically
around 10.5V for 12V inverters, 21V for 24V inverters and 41V for
48V inverters. (factory default).
the inverter will shutdown at a lower battery voltage level. This
setting is only advised for professional users that are fully aware of
the battery system's capabilities. TBS is not responsible for any
battery damage or battery cycle loss caused by misuse of this
setting. The low voltage levels in this setting are typically 9V
for 12V inverters, 18V for 24V inverters and 36V for 48V inverters.
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:
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4. BYPASS REMOTE
SW.
Bypasses the remote switch connection when no remote switch is
connected.
4
on
4
on
Setting ON
Setting OFF
remote switch connection terminals are bypassed (factory setting).
remote switch connection terminals are open. A remote switch
must be connected and switched ON in order to activate the
inverter. The local on/off switch on the frontpanel always overrides
the remote switch. So in order to use the remote switch, the local
on/off switch must be in the 'on' or 'auto standby' (ASB) position.
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When the inverter is not supplying power to an appliance for a longer time, it is
recommended to use the inverter in the "Auto Standby" (ASB) mode to heavily reduce the
inverter's own power consumption. In this case the power switch must be pushed in the
“II” position. In the ASB mode the inverter will generate a testpulse on it's output once per
second, to check if there is a load applied. When a load is connected to the inverter output
(or switched on) drawing more than approx. 10W, the inverter jumps to the continuous
mode immediately, delivering power to the load. When the load is disconnected again (or
switched off), after 4 seconds the inverter jumps back to the pulsed output ASB mode. This
way the inverter automatically jumps to a low power mode when there is no power
demand on the output.
Note that some loads like TV/video equipment (with standby mode) and alarm clocks need
continuous power so that the ASB mode can not be used. With some small non
compensated loads, it is possible that the inverter jumps from continuous output to pulsed
output and vice versa all the time. In this case you will have to connect a small additional
load to the AC output.
4. Acoustical alarms
To warn you before the inverter might shut down, the inverter is equipped with an
acoustical alarm. There are three kinds of acoustical alarms depending on the cause of
possible inverter shutdown. These alarms are related to the red LED blinking
sequences mentioned in chapter 1. The following acoustical alarms are available :
Alarm 1
One beep per second
. The battery voltage has reached a too low or too high
level. If the battery voltage respectively decreases or increases any further, the
inverter shuts down.
:
Alarm 2
Two beeps per second
. The inverter will shut down soon due to an
overloaded output. Note that at
overloads the alarm will not sound due
to too fast inverter shut down.
heavy
:
Alarm 3
Three beeps per second
. The inverter will shut down when it's
temperature is rising another three degrees Celsius.
:
5. Alarm relay
This inverter is equipped with a potential free alarm relay. This relay will be activated when
the inverter shuts down and jumps to an error mode as described in chapter 1. The alarm
relay de-activates again when the error mode has been cleared and the inverter is running
in normal operating mode again. On pins 1,2 and 3 of the 5 pins screw terminal located in
the connection compartment, both normally closed and normally open contacts are
available. Please make sure not to exceed the maximum relay contact rating of 60V and
1A to avoid damaging the relay.
6. Inverter load requirements
Before you connect your appliance(s) to the inverter, always check it's maximum power
consumption. Do not connect appliances to the inverter needing more than the nominal
power rating of the inverter continuously. Some appliances like motors or pumps, draw
large inrush currents in a startup situation. In these conditions, it is possible that the
startup current exceeds the overcurrent trip level of the inverter. In this case the output
voltage will shortly decrease to limit the output current of the inverter. If this overcurrent trip
level is continuously exceeded, the inverter will shut down and restart within 20 seconds.
In this case it is advisable to disconnect this appliance from the inverter, since it requires to
much power to be driven by this inverter. The inverter will not restart automatically when it
has shut down due to overloads for four times in a row. In this case, the inverter needs to
be restarted manually. Note that at higher ambient temperature levels, the overload
capacity of the inverter reduces.
7. Troubleshooting guideline
Problem
Possible cause
Remedy
Inverter is not working (all
indicators are off).
Power switch in OFF (0)
position.
Push the power switch in the
ON (I) or ASB (II) position.
Poor contact between the
inverter's battery wires and
the battery terminals.
Clean battery terminals or
inverter wire contacts.
Tighten battery terminal
screws.
Blown inverter fuse.
The inverter has to be
returned for service.
Very poor battery condition.
Replace battery.
'Battery voltage too low or
too high' error keeps on
appearing.
Poor battery condition.
Replace battery or charge it
first.
Poor connection or
inadequate wiring between
battery and inverter,
resulting in too much
voltage drop.
When extending the battery
wires of the inverter make
sure you use the correct wire
gauge (1.5 times larger than
the fixed battery wires). It's
not advisable to extend the
battery wires to more than 3
meters.
General failure in your
electrical system (in case of
no direct battery
connection).
Check your electrical system
or consult an electrical
engineer to check it for you.
Too high ripple voltage on
DC input.
Check battery wire
connections. Decrease
battery wire length. Increase
battery size. Make sure that
no other equipment on the
same battery is generating a
high ripple voltage.
'Output overload or short
circuit' error keeps on
appearing.
Inverter is overloaded.
Make sure that the total
power rating of the
connected equipment is
lower than the nominal
inverter power rating.
Connected equipment
causes a short circuit at the
inverter's output.
Make sure that the
connected equipment is not
broken or malfunctioning.
Check if the AC power cord
between the inverter and the
connected equipment is ok.
Any physical damage on the
power cord can produce a
short circuit.
Connected equipment
causes a too large inrush
current.
Try to power-up connected
equipment successively, and
not simultaneously.
Otherwise stop using the
connected load, it's not
suitable to power it with this
inverter.
‘High temperature error’
keeps on appearing.
Airflow around the inverter
is obstructed.
Make sure there is at least
10 centimeters of clearance
around the inverter. Remove
any items placed on or over
the inverter. Keep the
inverter away from direct
sunlight or heat producing
equipment.
Too high ambient
temperature.
Move the inverter to a cooler
environment or provide
additional cooling by an
external fan.
Note : Do not turn off the
inverter when it's operating
in an ‘High temperature
error’. The inverter needs
this error time to cool down.
9. Technical specifications
TBS Electronics (TBS) warrants this inverter to be free from defects in workmanship or
materials for 24 months from the date of purchase. During this period TBS will repair the
defective inverter free of charge. TBS is not responsible for any costs of the transport of
this inverter.
This warranty is void if the inverter has suffered any physical damage or alteration, either
internally or externally, and does not cover damage arising from improper use ,
attempting to operate the inverter with excessive power consumption requirements, or
from use in an unsuitable environment.
This warranty will not apply where the product has been misused, neglected, improperly
installed or repaired by anyone other than TBS. TBS is not responsible for any loss,
damage or costs arising from improper use, use in an unsuitable environment, improper
installing of the inverter and inverter malfunctioning.
Since TBS cannot control the use and installation (according to local regulations) of their
products, the customer is always responsible for the actual use of these products. TBS
products are not designed for use as cricital components in life support devices or
systems, that can potentially harm humans and/or the environment. The customer is
always responsible when implementing TBS products in these kind of applications. TBS
does not accept any responsibility for any violation of patents or other rights of third
parties, resulting from the use of the TBS product. TBS keeps the right to change product
specifications without previous notice.
Examples of improper use are :
- Too high input voltage applied
- Reverse connection of battery polarity
- Mechanical stressed enclosure or internals due to harsh handling and/or incorrect
packaging
- Backfeed via inverter output from external power source like public grid or generator
- Contact with any liquids or oxidation caused by condensation
1)
1)
Protection class
The inverter complies with the
following standards
IP21 (vertical mounting)
EN61000-6-3 (EN55022), EN61000-6-2 (EN61000-2/3/4,
EN61000-4-3), LVD 73/23/EEC (EN60335-1)
Total weight
10.5kg
AC output connection
Enclosure size (L x W x H)
Screw terminals
351 x 210 x 114mm
DC input connection
2 x 1.5 meter, 35mm
2
Protections against
Short circuit, overload, high temperature, AC backfeed,
high/low battery voltage and high input ripple voltage
Operating temperature range
ASB Threshold
-20°C to +50°C
Pout = 10W
[ASB]
[2.5W]
Noload power consumption
3)
< 9.6W
Maximum efficiency
92%
Input voltage ( 3%)
±
Range
12V
10.5 - 16V
2)
Admissible cosö of load
All loads are accepted
Output frequency
50Hz 0.05% or 60Hz 0.05%
±
±
Output voltage
230VAC 2% or 115V 2% (True sinewave)
±
±
P10min
Psurge
1600VA
2500VA
Output power
1)
1300VA
Parameter
PS1600-12
Pnom
PS1800-24
PS1800-48
1800VA
3000VA
1400VA
1800VA
3000VA
1400VA
Nom.
24V
21 - 31V
2)
48V
41 - 60V
2)
92%
96%
[3.5W]
< 12W
[4.7W]
< 12W
PS1400-24
PS1000-12
1450VA
2800VA
1000VA
1050VA
2000VA
850VA
[2.5W]
< 9.6W
92%
12V
10.5 - 16V
2)
24V
21 - 31V
2)
92%
[3.5W]
< 12W
2 x 1.5 meter, 25mm
2
25mm
2
