Alpha Technologies CXPS 48-1.8-M2, 48V Pos Gnd - Manual (Page 19)

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2.3 CXCM2 Features
The controller is mounted in the rectifier system shelf and brings advanced monitoring technology to the Cordex
series of rectifiers. This compact system controller is designed for seamless operation and set up of Argus power
systems and is equipped with the complete range of Cordex software features, including the following:
• Designed to communicate directly with Cordex rectifiers
• Includes battery temperature compensation charging
• Battery performance diagnostics
• Provides local and remote communications
• User definable alarms
• Daily logging of power system events and system statistics.
Behind the CXC’s front panel lies the main controller motherboard, which contains a microprocessor, memory, as
well as numerous other electronic components.
The CXC includes a web server providing easy set up and monitoring using an Internet connection with the
standard Windows® Internet Explorer browser.
NOTE: Details of controller operation are provided in the current version software manual.
The data-logging feature allows the user to capture data from multiple inputs, for AC/DC voltages, load/battery
current, cell voltages & temperatures (automatically for up to 16 user defined logs). Typical applications of the
CXC logging include power system details, thermal performance of outdoor enclosures, battery cell specifics, or
mains variations captured by an AC voltage watchdog.
A built-in audio speaker sounds an intermittent tone during active alarms.
2.3.1 System Controller Front Panel
Located on the CXCM2 front panel is a 160 x 160-pixel graphical LCD with touch screen similar to those used in
PDAs. This graphical user interface (GUI) allows the operator to interact with screen selectable items using a
fingertip.
Figure 5–Cordex CXCM2 model system controller front panel
System status
LEDs
Touch screen
Reset button
Ethernet port