TriStar Manual
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 Important Safety Instructions 4
2.0 Getting Started 8
2.1 Overview 8
2.2 Versions and Ratings 8
2.3 Features 9
2.4 Regulatory Information 11
2.5 Optional Accessories 12
3.0 Installation 13
3.1 General Information 13
3.2 Controller Installation 15
4.0 Operation 30
4.1 TrakStar
TM
MPPT Technology 30
4.2 Battery Charging Information 32
4.3 Push-button 39
4.4 LED Indications 40
4.5 Protections, Faults & Alarms 42
4.6 Inspection and Maintenance 45
5.0 Networking and Communication 46
5.1 Introduction 46
5.2 Morningstar MeterBus
TM
47
5.3 Serial RS-232 48
5.4 EIA-485 (formerly RS-485) 50
5.5 Ethernet 51
6.0 Troubleshooting 54
7.0 Warranty and Claim Procedure 56
8.0 Speciîš¿cations 58