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[. . . ] Owner's Manual SW Communications Adapter (SWCA) About Xantrex Xantrex Technology Inc. , is a world-leading supplier of advanced power electronics and controls with products from 50 watt mobile units to 1 MW utilityscale systems for wind, solar, batteries, fuel cells, microturbines, and backup power applications in both grid-connected and stand-alone systems. Xantrex products include inverters, battery chargers, programmable power supplies, and variable speed drives that convert, supply, control, clean, and distribute electrical power. Trademarks Trace and Xantrex are registered trademarks of Xantrex International. Notice of Copyright SW Communications Adapter (SWCA) Owner's Manual April 2002 Xantrex Technology Inc. All rights reserved. Disclaimer While every precaution has been taken to ensure the accuracy of the contents of this guide, Xantrex International assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions. Note as well that specifications and product functionality may change without notice. [. . . ] All models should be labeled, however, to simplify the identification and location of the port. 2002 Xantrex Technology Inc. P/N 973-0022-01-01 Rev A 04/2002 3 2. 0 INSTALLATION Connecting the SWCA to a Computer using a Modem The SWCA can be connected directly to a modem for use in remote sites where a computer may not be available. Requirements To use a modem, the following is required: a terminal emulation program, See SECTION 3. 0 OPERATION, Use of the SWCA with Terminal Emulation Programs. a modem capable of auto answer and supporting a 9600 baud connection, an adapter for the DB9 connection from the phone cable to serial port adapter, a adapter will be required for most applications. Contact the modem provider and modem documentation for more information. NULL MODEM Additional Possible Requirements The modem at the inverter location might need to be DC powered if it is necessary to connect to the inverter during a fault condition where the inverter has shut off its AC output. Connecting Multiple SWCAs to a Single Computer Up to eight SWCAs can be used with a single computer serial port. The phone cable four conductors are simply run in parallel using standard phone cable line "splitters". The splitters must connect the wires of the same color together do not switch the colors around. Before connecting multiple adapters to a serial port, connect each adapter individually to ensure it operates properly. IS@9 `@GGPX7G68F 9rrqvtur8hiyrDhyyhv Figure 2-2b Enlargement of Pin Assignments and Color Coding for 25-foot (4-conductor, telephone standard) Cable 7G68F`@GGPX S@9BS" # $ % 9rrqvtur8hiyrDhyyhv Figure 2-2c Enlargement of Pin Assignments and Color Coding on SWCA Adapter 2002 Xantrex Technology Inc. P/N 973-0022-01-01 Rev A 04/2002 7 2. 0 INSTALLATION INSTALLING THE SWCPS DOS PROGRAM A control panel simulation software program included on the floppy disk allows an IBM-compatible personal computer to operate as a virtual control panel for up to eight SW series inverter/chargers. For other computer platforms, See SECTION 3. 0 OPERATION, Use of the SWCA with Terminal Emulation Programs, on page 9. To install the software, insert the floppy disk into your computer floppy drive and copy the file swcps. exe from the floppy disk provided to the hard disk on the computer. Remember the location of this file on the hard disk for later reference. Alternately, the program can be run directly from the floppy disk. 8 2002 Xantrex Technology Inc. P/N 973-0022-01-01 Rev A 04/2002 3. 0 OPERATION USING THE SWCPS DOS PROGRAM This section describes the operation of the SWCPS DOS program. SWCA DOS Display Emulation Software Virtual Control Panel UhprTXTrvrAQhryTvyh9PTWrv $!T@UQPDIUT A"A# H@IVC@69DIBT A$A% B@I A& 68 BPP9 AGP6U 8PHQPSU) PIPAA A' p ((%('US68SDIBDI86yvtX6VT6"%#"$''!% Figure 3-1 Virtual Display using DOS emulation program The DOS software program allows an IBM compatible personal computer to operate as a virtual control panel for up to eight SW series inverter/chargers. As shown in Figure 3-1, the function keys on the computer are the key to operating the inverter using the software. They act as the up and down arrow keys for each different function of the inverter just as the up and down arrow keys do on the inverter. Since the display mimics the inverter, operation is very easy for anyone already familiar with the SW series controls. NOTE: If the adapter is plugged into the inverter after the inverter is already on, the computer "LCD" display may be blank until a key is pressed on the computer or the inverter itself. If you are new to the SW series inverters, reading the owner's manual in full will ensure getting the most from the system. To the right of the "LCD" display is a representation of the inverter's LED (lighted) status indicators. All status functions shown by the inverter's LED's are displayed on the screen. [. . . ] This will display when there is no adapter with the ID number you are entering. If it illuminates when connected to the inverter's remote port, then the adapter is recognized. If it does not illuminate when connected to the inverter's remote port, then the adapter is malfunctioning and needs to be replaced. Display reads: ADAPTER OFFLINE This is displayed when running the DOS display emulation program when there is no adapter response. Data (via modem) is not recognizable. Ensure the BAUD rate for the modem and the dial-up program is fixed at 9600. Run the DOS emulation program to determine if the adapter is functioning and all connections to the adapter are correct. Modem is not connecting Table 4-1 Troubleshooting the SWCA 2002 Xantrex Technology Inc. P/N 973-0022-01-01 Rev A 04/2002 21 4. 0 TROUBLESHOOTING 22 2002 Xantrex Technology Inc. P/N 973-0022-01-01 Rev A 04/2002 APPENDIX A PRODUCT AND SYSTEM INFORMATION WARRANTY Xantrex Technology Inc. , warrants its power products against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two (2) years from the date of purchase, established by proof of purchase or formal warranty registration, and extends this warranty to all purchasers or owners of the product during the warranty period. [. . . ]