Alpha Technologies Cordex Controller Ver.3.1x - Manual (Page 8)

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1. Introduction
1.1 Scope of the Manual
This document describes the software features, on-site setup, and operation of the Cordex System Con-
troller (CXC) from Alpha Technologies. A basic understanding of Ethernet, TCP/IP, SNMP, RS-485, and
CAN bus functionality is required.
Refer to the Installation manual for hardware details.
1.2 Software Overview
The CXC software enables control of an entire DC + AC power system via the CXC central touch screen
user interface or web based monitoring and control interface. The software also allows the user to control
temperature compensation, auto equalization, remote access, and battery diagnostics.
The CXC is an integrated Alpha Cordex Controller designed to provide universal control for Alpha Group
products.
The CXC has Ethernet capability that supports a web interface and SNMP for customer access to the
equipment it is monitoring.
The CXC also has a CAN bus for communication with the Cordex rectifiers and other peripheral equip-
ment.
1.2.1 User Interface (UI)
Version 3.1x of the software is compatible with Expanded Memory CXC Controllers only. For each con-
troller, a user can use either a touch screen or a web interface to set up and manage the system.
Remote communications over the web interface can be established with the step-by-step connection
wizard available from the Alpha website (www.alpha.ca.ca) or refer to Chapter “9. Remote Communica-
tions” on page 104 for detailed instructions.
1.2.1.1 LED lights
Each CXC has three LEDs located on the front panel. These LEDs are used to display the alarm status of
the power system, CXC progress and status during startup, and file transfers.
1.2.1.2 Alarm conditions
When an alarm occurs, an LED illuminates corresponding to the following system alarm status:
• Green – OK, no alarms present.
• Yellow – Minor alarm is present (no major alarms).
• Red – Major alarm is present.
Only one LED is illuminated at a time during alarm conditions.