Morningstar TS-MPPT-45 Spécifications

Installation and Operation ManualSolar System Controller8 Pheasant RunNewtown, PA 18940 USAemail: [email protected]

10Getting Started1 - HeatsinkAluminum heatsink to dissipate controller heat2 - Mounting HangerKeyhole slot for mounting3 - Settings SwitchesEight (8)

11TriStar MPPT Operator’s Manual2.4 Regulatory InformationNOTE: This section contains important information for safety and regulatory requirements.Th

12Getting Started2.5 Optional AccessoriesThe following accessories are available for purchase separately from your authorized Morning-star dealer.TriS

13 Installation3.1 General InformationThe mounting location is important to the performance and operating life of the controller. The environment mus

14InstallationRecommended Tools:• Wire strippers• Wire cutters• #2 & #0 Phillips screwdriver• slotted screwdrivers• Pliers• Drill• 3/32” (2.5 mm

15TriStar MPPT Operator’s Manual3.2 Controller InstallationStep 1 - Remove the wiring box cover!CAUTION: Shock HazardDisconnect all power sources to

16InstallationStep 2 - Remove the knockoutsKnockouts are provided for routing cables through conduit or wire glands. Table 3-1 below pro-vides the kno

17TriStar MPPT Operator’s ManualStep 3 - Mount to a Vertical SurfaceFigure 3-2. Attaching the mounting hanger1. Attach the mounting hanger to the bot

18Installation6. Carefully align the keyhole on the TriStar MPPT with the screw head. Slide the TriStar MPPT down over the keyhole.7. Check for vert

19TriStar MPPT Operator’s ManualSwitches 4, 5, & 6: Battery Charging SettingsIt is important to select the battery type that matches the system ba

Dimensions in Inches [Millimeters]

20InstallationEqualize Switch 7manual OFFautomatic ONSwitch 8: Ethernet Security The Ethernet Security switch enables or disables confi guration of the

21TriStar MPPT Operator’s ManualStep 5 - Remote Temperature SensorThe included Remote Temperature Sensor (RTS) is recommended for effective temperatur

22InstallationStep 6 - Grounding and Ground Fault InterruptionWARNING: This unit is not provided with a GFDI device. This charge controller must be u

23TriStar MPPT Operator’s ManualStep 7 - Battery Voltage SenseThe voltage at the battery connection on the TriStar MPPT may differ slightly from the v

24InstallationAVERTISSEMENT : Risque de décharge électriqueN’utilisez qu’un câble de communication 300 V homologué UL.Connect the appropriate network

25TriStar MPPT Operator’s ManualRS-232 ConnectionThe serial RS-232 port is a standard 9-pin (DB9) female connector. A low-profi le serial connector is

26InstallationStep 9 - Power ConnectionsNOTE: To comply with the NEC, the TriStar MPPT must be installed using wiring methods in accordance with the

27TriStar MPPT Operator’s ManualOvercurrent Protection and DisconnectsWARNING: Shock HazardFuses, circuit breakers, and disconnect switches should ne

28InstallationFigure 3-7. Power terminal locationsConnect the four (4) power conductors shown in fi gure 3-7 above in the following steps:1. Confi rm th

29TriStar MPPT Operator’s ManualAVERTISSEMENT : Risque d’endommagementAssurez-vous que la connexion solaire est effectuée avec la polarité correcte.

Contents1.0 Important Safety Information 42.0 Getting Started 82.1 Overview 82.2 Versions and Ratings 82.3 Features 92.4 Regulatory Information

30 OperationOperation4.0The TriStar MPPT operation is fully automatic. After installation is completed, there are few op-erator tasks to perform. Ho

31TriStar MPPT Operator’s ManualAn Advantage Over Traditional ControllersTraditional controllers connect the solar module directly to the battery when

32Operation4.2 Battery Charging Information4-Stage ChargingThe TriStar MPPT has a 4-stage battery charging algorithm for rapid, effi cient, and safe ba

33TriStar MPPT Operator’s ManualFloat StageAfter the battery is fully charged in the Absorption stage, the TriStar MPPT reduces the battery voltage to

34Operationrapidly two (2) times per second during equalization charging.The duration of the equalize charge is determined by the selected battery typ

35TriStar MPPT Operator’s ManualIf Hydrocaps are used, be sure to remove them before starting an equalization. Replace the Hydrocaps with standard ba

36OperationBattery Charging SettingsThe details of the TriStar MPPT battery charging settings are shown in tables 4-1 and 4-2 below. All voltage setti

37TriStar MPPT Operator’s ManualAbsorption ExtensionFigure 4-3. Absorption extension charging profi le.If battery voltage discharges below 12.50 Volts

38OperationFloat Cancel VoltageFigure 4-5. Float cancelled charging profi leIf the battery bank discharges below 11.50 Volts (23.00 Volts @ 24 V, 46.00

39TriStar MPPT Operator’s ManualTemperature CompensationAll charging settings are based on 25°C (77°F). If the battery temperature varies by 5°C, th

4 Important Safety InformationSave These InstructionsThis manual contains important safety, installation and operating instructions for the TriStar MP

40Operation4.3 Push buttonThe following functions can be enabled with the pushbutton (located on the front cover):PUSH• Reset from an error or fault.

41TriStar MPPT Operator’s Manual4.4 LED IndicationsValuable information can be provided by the three LED’s visible through the front cover. Although

42OperationBattery State-of-Charge LED IndicationsG 80% to 95% SOC G+Y 60% to 80% SOC Y 35% to 60% SOC Y+R 0% to 35% SOC R

43TriStar MPPT Operator’s Manual4.5 Protections, Faults & AlarmsThe TriStar MPPT protections and automatic recovery are important features that en

44OperationBattery Voltage Sense Failure (R+Y / G+Y)If a fault in the battery sense connection (such as a short circuit, open circuit or loose termi

45TriStar MPPT Operator’s ManualCurrent LimitThe array power exceeds the rating of the controller. This alarm indicates that the TriStar MPPT is limit

46Operation4.6 Inspection and MaintenanceThe following inspections are recommended two times per year for best long-term performance.System Inspection

47TriStar MPPT Operator’s Manual5.0 Networking and Communication5.1 IntroductionThe TriStar MPPT provides several communication options. The TriStar M

48Networking and Communication5.2 Morningstar MeterBusTMMorningstar’s proprietary MeterBusTM protocol allows communication between compatible Morn-ing

49TriStar MPPT Operator’s Manual5.3 Serial RS-232The serial port connection on the TriStar MPPT is a standard 9-pin isolated RS-232 port. See fi g-ure

5TriStar MPPT Operator’s ManualInstallation Safety PrecautionsWARNING: This unit is not provided with a GFDI device. This charge controller must be u

50Networking and CommunicationSerial Port SettingsAdjust the serial port settings as follows:• 9600 BAUD• 8 data bits• 1 or 2 stop bits• no parityTh

51TriStar MPPT Operator’s Manual5.4 EIA-485 (formerly RS-485)NOTE: The EIA-485 connection is only available on the TS-MPPT-60 model.NOTE: The RS-232

52Networking and Communication5.5 EthernetNOTE: Ethernet is only available on the TS-MPPT-60 model.!CAUTION: Risk of TamperingThe TS-MPPT does not f

53TriStar MPPT Operator’s ManualFactory Default Network SettingsDHCP enabledLive View Web Address http://tsmppt + serial number **IP 192.

54Networking and CommunicationEmail & SMS AlertsThe email and SMS alerts feature sends notifi cation to an email address or mobile phone if one of

55TriStar MPPT Operator’s ManualBattery Charging and Performance IssuesProblem: No LED indications, controller does not appear to be poweredSolution:

56TroubleshootingProblem: Cannot connect to the controller via EIA-485Solution: Check the following:• The RS-232 port is not in use. The EIA-485 and

57TriStar MPPT Operator’s ManualThe TriStar MPPT charge controller is warranted to be free from defects in material and work-manship for a period of F

58 Specifi cations8.0 Specifi cationsElectricalTS-MPPT-45 TS-MPPT-60Nominal System Voltage 12, 24, 36, or 48 Volts dcMaximum Battery Current 45 Amps 60

59TriStar MPPT Operator’s ManualBattery Charging Status LEDsLED Indication Battery Charging StatusGreen Flashing (fast) - 2 to 3 times per second Equa

6Important Safety InformationAVERTISSEMENT : L’appareil n’est pas fourni avec un dispositif GFDI. Ce contrôleur de charge doit être utilisé avec un d

60Specifi cationsDeratingsFigure 8-7. Battery Current vs. Array VoltageFigure 8-8. Battery Current vs. Heatsink Temperature

61TriStar MPPT Operator’s ManualE ciencyTriStar MPPT 12 Volt Efficiencyoutput power (Watts)efficiency (%)9897969594939291908950 100 150 200 250 300

62Specifi cationsTriStar MPPT 48 Volt Efficiencyoutput power (Watts)efficiency (%)100999897969594939291200 400 600 800 1000 1200 1400 1600 1800 2000 22

63TriStar MPPT Operator’s ManualCerti cationsEMC Directives• Immunity: EN61000-6-2:1999• Emissions: EN55022:1994 with A1 and A3 Class B1• Safety

64Specifi cations2% Voltage Drop Charts for 75°C Stranded Copper Wire1-Way Wire Distance (feet), 12 Volt SystemWire Size(AWG)60Amps55Amps50Amps45Amps40

65TriStar MPPT Operator’s Manual2% Voltage Drop Charts for 75°C Solid Copper Wire1-Way Wire Distance (feet), 12 Volt SystemWire Size(AWG)60Amps55Amps5

66Specifi cations2% Voltage Drop Charts for 90°C Stranded Copper Wire1-Way Wire Distance (feet), 12 Volt SystemWire Size(AWG)60Amps55Amps50Amps45Amps40

67TriStar MPPT Operator’s Manual2% Voltage Drop Charts for 90°C Solid Copper Wire1-Way Wire Distance (feet), 12 Volt SystemWire Size(AWG)60Amps55Amps5

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7TriStar MPPT Operator’s ManualAbout this ManualThis manual provides detailed installation and usage instructions for the TriStar MPPT controller. Onl

8TriStar MPPT Operator’s ManualGetting Started2.02.1 OverviewThank you for selecting the TriStar MPPT solar charge controller with TrakStarTM MPPT Tec

9TriStar MPPT Operator’s Manual2.3 FeaturesThe features of the TriStar MPPT are shown in Figure 2-1 below. An explanation of each feature is provided.