IRC1 / IRC2 / IRC3 Instruction Manual IRC1 / IRC2 / IRC3 Instruction Manual 1. Product description 1.1 Product introduction: IRC1 is a simple remote control device which can be used with TS-700/1000/1500/3000 & TN-1500/3000. The built-in ON/OFF button allows remote ON/OFF of the inverter's output and power saving mode. The controller panel also shows inverter's working conditions such as Remote ON/OFF, abnormal, and power saving mode. IRC2 is a remote control device which can be used with TS-700/1000/1500/3000. Besides the control functions found in IRC1, it also has indications for battery capacity percentage and load percentage. This device is suitable for end users who need more information feedback from the inverter. IRC3 is a complete remote control device which can be used with TN-1500/3000 with solar charging function. The display found on the TN-1500/3000 unit is completely replicated onto the remote device. Besides the control functions found on IRC1/IRC2, IRC3 displays solar charging, AC charging, and whether the load is supplied by AC utility or inverter. Thus, allowing user to fully understand the solar inverter's current state. To satisfy different demands for remote control distances, the RC device can be matched with 3 types of cable length, 10ft cable (standard), or 25ft / 50ft (optional). 1.2 Product features: Push ON/OFF button can be used to turn the output of the inverter ON or OFF and setting the power saving function enable or disable. LED indications for inverter status. 2 installation methods. Mount on top of a vertical surface or inside system panel. 3 cable length available (10ft / 25ft / 50ft). Compliance to FCC / CE. 3 years warranty. 2. Diagram of device panel and explanation of operating status 2.1 IRC1 panel and explanation of LED indication: LED indication Status description Green Red Orange Orange Flash Remote ON Abnormal Remote OFF Power saving mode A Green Orange Red Orange Flash : : : : B : Push ON/OFF button ON OFF Abnormal Power Saving Model No : IRC1 Inverter Remote Controller PUSH ON / OFF A : LED indicator B IRC1 panel 2.2 IRC2 panel and explanation of LED indication: LED indication Status description Green Red Orange Orange Flash Remote ON Abnormal Remote OFF Power saving mode E BATTERY 100% INVERTER 100% Green : ON Orange : OFF LOAD Red : Abnormal Orange Power : Flash Saving A B : Push ON/OFF button C D 0% A : LED indicator C : Load indicator 0% D : Battery capacity indicator Model No : IRC2 Inverter Remote Controller PUSH ON / OFF B E : Inverter providing load IRC2 panel 1 2.2.1 Explanation of abnormal conditions: Status description Load indicator Load indicator Status description LOAD LOAD Output OLP (>115%) Output OLP (>105%) Status description Load indicator Load indicator Status description LOAD LOAD Output OLP (>150%) OTP Status description Load indicator Load indicator Status description LOAD LOAD Abnormal output voltage level Output short protection Status description Load indicator Load indicator Status description LOAD LOAD Battery input UVP/OVP Battery fail protection (Battery aged) Status description Load indicator LOAD Fan lock protection 2.2.2 Explanation for Remote off: Status description Load indicator LOAD Remote OFF 2.2.3 Explanation of battery capacity level: BATTERY BATTERY 25% 100% ~ <25% BATTERY 50% 100% >75% 75% 50% 0% 100% ~ BATTERY 100% 0% 0% 0% 2.2.4 Explanation of load condition: LOAD LOAD 25% 100% ~ <25% LOAD 50% 100% >75% 75% 50% 0% 100% ~ LOAD 100% 0% 0% 0% 2.3 IRC3 panel and explanation of LED indication: LED indication Status description G Green Red Orange Orange Flash Remote ON Abnormal Remote OFF Power saving mode F A : LED indicator E B : Push ON/OFF button SOLAR CHARGE BATTERY 100% D INVERTER 100% Green : ON Orange : OFF LOAD Red : Abnormal Orange Power : Flash Saving E : Inverter providing load I I 0% I AC IN H C : Load indicator D : Battery capacity indicator C BY PASS 0% A Model No : IRC3 Inverter Remote Controller PUSH ON / OFF B F : Solar charger ON/OFF G : AC charger ON/OFF H : AC utility normal IRC3 panel I I AC CHARGE I : AC utility providing load 2 2.3.1 Explanation of abnormal conditions: Status description Load indicator Load indicator Status description LOAD LOAD Output OLP (>115%) Output OLP (>105%) Status description Load indicator Load indicator Status description LOAD LOAD Output OLP (>150%) OTP Status description Load indicator Load indicator Status description LOAD LOAD Abnormal output voltage level Status description Load indicator Output short protection Load indicator Status description LOAD LOAD Battery input UVP/OVP Battery fail protection (Battery aged) Status description Load indicator LOAD Fan lock protection 2.3.2 Explanation for Remote off: Load indicator Status description LOAD Remote OFF 2.3.3 Explanation of battery capacity level: BATTERY 100% 100% 0% 100% >75% 75% 50% 0% BATTERY 50% ~ <25% BATTERY 25% ~ BATTERY 100% 0% 0% 2.3.4 Explanation of load condition: LOAD 100% 100% 0% 100% >75% 75% 50% 0% LOAD 50% ~ <25% LOAD 25% ~ LOAD 100% 0% 0% 2.3.5 AC and solar charging status: AC CHARGE SOLAR CHARGE AC charger working AC CHARGE AC charger working SOLAR CHARGE AC charger OFF Solar charger OFF 3. Operating instructions 3.1 Accessories: a.IRC1/2/3 remote controller. b.RJ-11 ~ RJ-11 10ft cable (standard), 25ft / 50ft cable (optional). 10ft / 25ft / 50ft 1 6 6 1 Phone Jack RJ-11 Do not use ordinary telephone line available on the market Phone Jack RJ-11 3 c.Screw set (M4 combination of screw & washer + nuts x 2 sets). d.User's manual 1. 3.2 Installation method: (1)Mount on top of a vertical surface M3 (2)Mount inside system panel M4 3.3 Cable connection: Please use the provided cable when connecting the controller device to the jack found on the front panel of the inverter. Refer to the diagram below: SOLAR CHARGE AC CHARGE BATTERY 100% INVERTER 100% Green : ON Orange : OFF LOAD Red : Abnormal Orange : Power Flash Saving BY PASS 0% 0% AC IN Model No : IRC3 Inverter Remote Controller PUSH ON / OFF 3.4 Description of available functions: IRC1/2/3 can be used to remotely control inverter ON/OFF and enable or disable the power saving mode. After attaching the RJ11~RJ11 cable, all the LEDs on the device panel will light up, after waiting for about 5 seconds then the control process can begin. No external power source is required for the controller. 3.4.1 Remotely control inverter ON/OFF: After pushing the ON/OFF setting button, the inverter will immediately shut down. The load indicator will also reflect this change in status. To restart the inverter, press the setting button again. 3.4.2 Remotely enable or disable the power saving mode: This controller offers flexible adjustment of the standby mode, enable or disable. The operating sequence is as follows, press and hold on to the push ON/OFF button for about 3 seconds and the LED indicator will start flashing orange. Enter setting mode after letting go of the push ON/OFF button. Power saving mode can be enable or disable by pressing the push ON/OFF button. Check for setting status by inspection LED indication (refer to the chart below). After making your selection, hold on to the push ON/OFF button for 5 seconds and the LED indicator will flash orange, let go of the push ON/OFF button and the inverter will automatically restart to complete the setting sequence. LED indicator Green Red Status description Enable power saving mode Disable power saving mode 4.Cautionary notes If the inverter goes into protection due to abnormal operating condition and cannot be restarted using the controller unit, please go on site to correct inverter failure condition and then resume remote operation. 4 5.Failure correction Probable cause Possible solution Improper wiring connection Please use the provided cable accessory (Do not use ordinary telephone line) Loose wiring connection Please make sure the connectors on the cables are attached securely to the jacks Inverter not ON Please make sure the inverter is switched ON Can not set power saving mode Operational error Please refer to 3.4.2 for more details RC ON/OFF not operational Inverter is abnormal Check inverter status and clear abnormal condition Failure condition LED indicator OFF 6.Warranty 6.1 Two years of free repair service is provided when the controller device is operated under normal operating conditions. Please do not change components or modify or repair the unit by yourself or else Mean Well reserves the right to void product warranty. 6.2 This is a class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. 5