Armada ARC20-MPPT Manual de usuario
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Armada MPPT Charge Controller
ARC20-MPPT / ARC30-MPPT
ARC40-MPPT / ARC60-MPPT
User Manual
*We may modify these specifications without prior notice.
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1. Warnings and Tools Icon Chart
Icons
Name
Description
High Voltage
Highvoltagedevice.
Installation should be performed by an electrician.
High Temperature
This device will produce heat.
Mount device away from other items.
Environmental Hazard
Electronic Equipment. Do not put in landfill.
Wire Cutter
A wire cutter is needed for cutting and stripping wires prior to
connection.
Multimeter
A multimeter is needed for testing equipment and verifying polarity
of cables.
Anti-static Glove
Anti-static gloves are recommended to prevent controller damage
caused bystatic electricity.
Electrical Tape
Electrical tape is recommended to safely insulatespliced or bare
wires.
Screwdriver
A common size screwdriver is needed to attach wires to the
controller.
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2. Safety Tips
•Review this manual thoroughly before attempting installation.
•Beware of any nearby electrical equipment that may interfere with installing this device.
•Solar panels can generate high voltages and currents, make sure your solar panels are completely covered from
sunlight during installation. It is recommended that installation be performed by a qualified electrician.
•Connecting wires to this device can generate sparks, please wear proper insulation gear while installing this device.
•To avoid damage to the battery or controller, use proper fuses in wiring. Please do not hesitate to contact the
professions if you need help with fuse sizing.
•Always keep children away from this device.
•Be certain to use the correct gauge of wire, see below for a table of recommended wire size for various current
loads.
Solar Input Current
5A
10A
20A
30A
40A
60A
Wire Cross Section Area (mm²)
1.5
2.5
5
8
10
12
Wire AWG
15
12
10
8
8
6
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3. Product Features
Thank you for choosing Armada products! This MPPT solar charge controller is a device for solar charge regulation and
direct current output load control. This device is mainly used in small and medium sized off-grid solar power systems.
These MPPT charge controllers have features as follows:
•By continuously checking solar panel power output changes, the controllers utilizes multiple MPPT charge
algorithms in combination to boost charging efficiency in different weather and temperature conditions.
•Built-in buffer, allows for exceeding rated power input by 25%.
•Charging modes available for most common deep-cycle battery types in the market, including AGM (sealed lead acid
batteries), GEL, Flooded, and Lithium.
•Allows mobile phone APP operation for monitoring and parameters settings, with connection of inbuilt or external
bluetooth communication module (optional accessory, not in the standard package list).
•Auto recognition of 12V/24V battery system voltage by ARC20-MPPT, ARC30-MPPT, ARC40-MPPT model; auto
recognition of 12V/24V/36V/48V battery system voltage by ARC60-MPPT model. Lithium battery excluded from this
feature.
•Supports recording of system running data including power generated and power utilized for up to 300 days,
compatible with monitoring App through IOS and Android.
•Provides multiple load control mode options for light based, time based and manually adjusted scenarios. Low
no-load loss.
•Industrial grade design with reverse polarity protection for solar panels, battery and load.
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4. Device Diagram
ARC20-MPPT, ARC30-MPPT, ARC40-MPPT, ARC60-MPPT
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3 4 566 7
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1 8
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Description
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Description
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LCD Display Screen
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DC Load Terminals
2
Function Key ([SET], [UP], [DOWN], [ESC])
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RS485 Communication Port
3
External Temperature Sensor Terminal
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LED Indicator (PV, BAT, LOAD, FAULT)
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Solar Terminals
9
Installation Mounting Holes
5
Battery Terminals
1
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5. Mounting Instruction
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6. Wire Connection Sequences
During installation of your MPPT controller, please follow the order of connection below:
1. Connect the positive battery wire followed by the negative battery wire.
1. Connect the positive battery wire followed by the negative battery wire.
2. Make sure your solar panels are fully covered to prevent electrical shock.
3. Connect the positive solar array output wire followed by the negative solar array output wire.
4. Connect DC load wires to the DC load output (if applicable).
5. Connect the external temperature sensor to its terminal shown above.
6. Connect the mobile application module to the communication port (if applicable).
7. APP Connection Construction via BT
1. Download the APP “PVChargePro”in IOS APP Store or Google Play Store.
2. Connect the external BT module to the communication port in the controller, and turn on the BT function in your
mobile phone. (no need to connect any communication module if the controller has the inbuilt BT chip).
3. Click open the APP and pairing the controller BT by click on “+”in the upright corner.
4. To run your solar DC power system to test the APP operation and monitoring.
5. Password may be required in the APP for parameter settings, and it’s 123456. If you are not clear about your settings
and you can set it back to default in the APP.
6. Please contact ARMADA professions for technical help, if you require more operation information.
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8. LED Light Signal Interpretation Chart
LED Name
LED Display
Signal Indication
PV
Off
Solar Input Not Charging
*PV LED is generally off at nighttime.
Double Flash
Solar Input Charge Detected
Single Flash
Solar Input Reverse Polarity
Steady On
MPPT Charge Mode
Fast Flash
Equalize or Boost Charge Mode
Slow Flash
Float Mode
BATTERY
Single Flash
Battery Input Reverse Polarity
Fast Flash
Battery Over Voltage
Slow Flash
Battery Over Discharged
Steady On
Battery On
LOAD
Off
No DC Load Connected/Load Off
Fast Flash
DC Load Short Circuit
Steady On
DC Load On
FAULT
Off
No Errors
Steady On
System Error –Check Error Code
Check the Fault light to spot if a system error may be present.
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9. LED Flash Rhythm Chart
Flash
Status
Indication
Description
Steady On
LED light on.
Off
LED light off.
Fast Flash
LED light blinks at frequency of 2Hz
(twice every second).
Slow Flash
LED light blinks at frequency of 0.5Hz
(once every two seconds).
Single
Flash
LED light blinks for 0.1 second after every
2 seconds.
Double
Flash
LED light blinks for 0.1 second twice after
every 4 seconds.
On
Off
On
Off
On
Off
On
Off
On
Off
On
Off
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10. LCD Display Interface Overview
11. LCD Display Interface
Display Section
Display Layout
Charge Status
Charge Mode
&
Parameter
Active Functions
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