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Inverter Communications Adapter (ICA)MICAOwner’s Manual

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1InstallationChapter 1, “Installation” describes how to install the ICA cable with or without a modem. The following topics are covered in this chapte

Installation2 975-0052-01-01 Rev AIntroductionThe Inverter Communications Adapter (ICA) allows any Sine Wave Plus Inverter/Charger to be connected to

Features/Components975-0052-01-01 Rev A 3Figure 1-1Inverter Communications Adapter (ICA)ICA adapterDB-9 Serial port adapter25’ phone cable

Installation4 975-0052-01-01 Rev AConnecting the ICA CableThe ICA converts the REMOTE port on the Sine Wave Plus Inverter/Charger into a standard RS2

Connecting the ICA Cable975-0052-01-01 Rev A 5Figure 1-2Connecting Directly to the InverterAC Side of Sine Wave Plus inverterREMOTE PortICA Adapter(LE

Installation6 975-0052-01-01 Rev AConnecting the ICA to a Computer using a ModemThe ICA can be connected directly to a modem for use in remote sites w

Connecting the ICA Cable975-0052-01-01 Rev A 7Figure 1-3Connecting the ICA to a Computer using a ModemICA Adapter

Installation8 975-0052-01-01 Rev AConnecting Multiple ICAs to a Single ComputerUp to eight ICAs can be used with a single computer serial port. The fo

Connecting the ICA Cable975-0052-01-01 Rev A 9Figure 1-4Connecting Multiple ICAsICA Adapter (8 maximum)

Installation10 975-0052-01-01 Rev APositive Ground or PV Ground Fault Protection InstallationsWhen using the ICA in inverter installations that have D

Connecting the ICA Cable975-0052-01-01 Rev A 11RJ 11 connector on ICA Serial Port AdapterRJ 11 connector on 25-foot (4-conductor, telephone standard)

Installation12 975-0052-01-01 Rev AAdditional Possible RequirementsThe modem at the inverter location may need to be DC powered if it is necessary to

2ConfigurationChapter 2, “Configuration” describes how to install the ICAP software provided with the ICA and how to set up a modem (if used).The foll

Inverter Communications AdapterOwner’s Manual

Configuration14 975-0052-01-01 Rev AInstalling the ICA Software: ICAPThe Inverter Communications Adapter software program (ICAP) is included on the CD

Installing the ICA Software: ICAP975-0052-01-01 Rev A 152. Click on the NEXT button to start the setup program. The License Agreement screen should ap

Configuration16 975-0052-01-01 Rev A5. The ICAP installation folder will default to the location shown in Figure 2-4. If you do not want the software

Installing the ICA Software: ICAP975-0052-01-01 Rev A 178. The Ready To Install screen should appear next. If you want to have a shortcut put on your

Configuration18 975-0052-01-01 Rev A10. After the setup program has updated your system, the Installed screen will appear to confirm that the installa

Installing the ICA Software: ICAP975-0052-01-01 Rev A 19Starting Setup ManuallyTo start the program from the CD if Autorun is disabled on your compute

Configuration20 975-0052-01-01 Rev AStarting Setup From a Command PromptTo start the program from a command prompt:1. Insert the ICAP CD into your CDR

Setting Up a Modem Connection975-0052-01-01 Rev A 21Setting Up a Modem ConnectionModem connection requires the use of a terminal emulation program. A

Configuration22 975-0052-01-01 Rev AEstablish the Type of ConnectionTo establish the type of modem connection:1. In the Phone Number dialog box (Figur

Setting Up a Modem Connection975-0052-01-01 Rev A 23Enter COM Port Property ValuesTo enter the COM port values:1. In the COM1 Properties dialog (Figur

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3OperationChapter 3, “Operation” describes how to operate the ICAP software, change the ICAP settings, test, and troubleshoot the connection.The follo

Operation26 975-0052-01-01 Rev AStarting ICAPThe ICA program can be started with either of the following methods.Method 1: If you allowed the setup pr

User Interface Features975-0052-01-01 Rev A 27User Interface FeaturesThe ICAP User Interface has the following features. The user can either click on

Operation28 975-0052-01-01 Rev AICAP Menu BarUse the features of the ICAP Menu Bar to access and/or alter programmable parameters for the ICA Adapter.

User Interface Features975-0052-01-01 Rev A 29Go Past END MENUThis command provides the means for the user to move past the END MENU of each menu map

Operation30 975-0052-01-01 Rev ACommunicationsThis drop-down menu item provides a means to reset the RS232-port used by the ICA and select the number

User Interface Features975-0052-01-01 Rev A 31Navigation ButtonsUse the virtual Navigation Buttons to move around within the Menu Maps. Navigation but

Operation32 975-0052-01-01 Rev ATable 3-1Keyboard Commands Keystroke FunctionL, lMenu Headings (Previous Menu Heading)R, rMenu Headings (Next Menu

User Interface Features975-0052-01-01 Rev A 33Table 3-3Keyboard Commands (Terminal Emulation Programs Only)Keystroke Function1-8Select inverter: 1 thr

iiiAbout This ManualPurposeThe purpose of this Owner’s Manual is to provide explanations and procedures for installing, operating, maintaining, and tr

Operation34 975-0052-01-01 Rev AChanging ICAP SettingsICAP enables you to change certain settings to accommodate your specific configuration. This is

Changing ICAP Settings975-0052-01-01 Rev A 35Identifying Single or Multiple ICAsTo establish multiple inverters in ICAP, start ICAP and follow the ste

Operation36 975-0052-01-01 Rev AAssigning ID Numbers to the ICAIf you are installing a multiple-inverter system, you will need to identify each invert

Changing ICAP Settings975-0052-01-01 Rev A 37Figure 3-4Assigning ID Numbers to the ICAImportant:You must click on the WRITE New ID button to save chan

Operation38 975-0052-01-01 Rev AAdvanced Configuration SettingsThe Advanced Configuration settings include the CONFIGURATION PARAMETER, the DESELECT T

Changing ICAP Settings975-0052-01-01 Rev A 39Changing the PC’s COM Port NumberTo change the COM port number, start ICAP and follow the procedure illus

Operation40 975-0052-01-01 Rev ATesting the ICAIn order to test the ICA, it must be plugged into an inverter that is powered up on batteries or other

Troubleshooting the ICA975-0052-01-01 Rev A 41Troubleshooting if No Response comes from the ICACheck IDIf the ICA is not responding, ensure you have t

Operation42 975-0052-01-01 Rev AReset ProgramReset the program by closing the ICAP program. Then disconnect the ICA adapter and plug it back in, makin

Troubleshooting the ICA975-0052-01-01 Rev A 43Check ConfigurationWith the ICAP software, only have one ICA adapter connected. Check the ICA adapter’s

About This Manualiv 975-0052-01-01 Rev AConventions UsedThe following conventions are used in this guide.IllustrationsSince software levels can change

Operation44 975-0052-01-01 Rev AOn the other hand, if the SW Plus inverter’s display is parked on a static menu item, then when you startup, the softw

45Warranty and Return InformationWarrantyWhat does this warranty cover? This Limited Warranty is provided by Xantrex Technology, Inc. ("Xantrex&q

Warranty and Return46 975-0052-01-01 Rev AWhat proof of purchase is required? In any warranty claim, dated proof of purchase must accompany the produc

Warranty and Return975-0052-01-01 Rev A 47IN NO EVENT WILL XANTREX BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, L

Warranty and Return48 975-0052-01-01 Rev AReturn Procedure1. Package the unit safely, preferably using the original box and packing materials. Please

Warranty and Return975-0052-01-01 Rev A 49Information About Your SystemAs soon as you open your Inverter Communications Adapter package, record the fo

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AAbbreviations and Acronyms vCCD with ICAP Software 2changing the COM port number 39color coding for ICA phone cable 11connecting multiple ICAs to a s

Index52 975-0052-01-01 Rev AWwarrantyout of warranty service 48terms and conditions 45XXantrexweb site vi

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About This Manual975-0052-01-01 Rev A vAbbreviations and AcronymsAC Alternating CurrentASC Authorized Service CenterAHJ Authority Having JurisdictionC

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viiImportant Safety Instructions1. Before installing the ICA, read all instructions and cautionary markings on the ICA, the inverter, the batteries, a