Alpha Technologies Cordex Controller Ver.2.0 - Manual (Page 11)

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2 Quick Start
2.1 Applying Startup Power
1. Initiate startup routine by applying power to the CXC; e.g. close battery breaker or close converter and
rectifier input and output breakers.
NOTE: The CXC will perform a short self-test as it boots up. Alarm alerts are normal. The LEDs perform a scrolling
pattern to indicate there is activity. Please wait.
2. Check and adjust alarms and control levels in the CXC’s submenus.
3. Check and adjust group settings in the CONVERTERS and RECTIFIERS submenus; e.g. float, equalize
voltage, etc.
4. Verify COMMUNICATIONS settings as needed.
5. Program the CXC’s TEMP COMP and AUTO EQUALIZE settings as needed.
6. Test relay OUTPUT ALARM\CONTROLS as needed; e.g. Major Alarm, CEMF, etc.
2.2 Remote Communications (see Chapter 9)
The CXC can be set up, monitored and tested with a RS-232 serial data connection, ETHERNET 10/100 Base-T
or over a phone line using a modem. Some standard scenarios are described below:
 Network (TCP/IP secured by user) to CXC rear Ethernet port.
 Computer to CXC via RS-232 serial data connection (PPP) using a null modem cable connected to the Craft
port (front panel RS-232).
 Laptop to CXC via direct Ethernet connection using a standard crossover cable.
 External modem to CXC via RS-232 serial data connection using a straight through cable connected to the
rear RS-232 port.
 Internal modem (see ordering options).
CAN bus (located next to the Ethernet port) is provided for connection to the Cordex series of converters and
rectifiers.
RS-485 bus provides a secondary connection for products (e.g., Pathfinder rectifiers) that do not support the CAN
bus interface.
2.3 Trouble-shooting Tips
See Trouble-shooting chapter for more information.
2.3.1 Converter and Rectifier Tips
The Cordex Converter (CXD) Rectifier (CXR) series modules are plug and play. When a CXD or CXR module is
added to the system, the CXC will detect and update the inventory automatically.
If CXD or CXR module communication has failed, or a module has been removed from the system, an
INVENTORY UPDATE
1 must be initiated manually.
For the Pathfinder series of rectifiers, ensure that the:

Rectifiers are in NORMAL OPERATING MODE

REMOTE ACCESS is ENABLED
 REMOTE ADJUST is ENABLED

BAUD RATE is set to 9600 baud.
2.3.2 Cordex Controller Tips
Use the CXC GUI (Section 4.2) or web interface (4.10) to ensure that the operating levels (e.g. input/output
voltage, converter voltage, etc.) are within operating parameters of alarm and control thresholds.
1 Should Inventory Update fail: a) check cable & connections; b) check settings under System Info/System Configuration for correct voltage.