Renogy MSDCDC-Manual
Renogy MSDCDC-Manual
SCREEN
FOR DC-DC BATTERY CHARGER SERIES
Version 1.0
RMS-DCDC
Important Safety Instructions
Please save these instructions.
This manual contains important installation and operation
instructions for the monitoring screen. Please observe these
instructions and keep them located near the monitoring screen for
further reference. The following symbols are used throughout the
manual to indicate potentially dangerous conditions or important
safety information.
Installation Information
The DC-DC are suitable for 12V Battery Banks ONLY.
Make sure all connections going into and from the DC-DC are
tight. There may be sparks when making connections,
therefore, make sure there are not flammable materials or
gases near installation.
Always make sure DC-DC is in OFF position and disconnect all
sources when working on any circuit associated with the DC-DC.
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Table of Contents
General Information 04
Product Overview 05
Identification of Parts 05
Dimensions 06
Installation 08
Operation 14
LCD Icons 15
Voltage Interface 18
Kilowatt Interface 18
Current Interface 18
Temperature Interface 18
Working Mode 19
Parameter Setting 23
Clear KWh to 0 28
Troubleshooting 31
Technical Specifications 35
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General Information
Key Features
Dual Battery Monitoring
Stay informed on the charging status of your house and auxiliary
battery and monitor overall system health.
Adjustable Parameters
Program your charger settings, volts, and amps directly through
the monitoring screen
Accurate Readings
Precise tracking and monitoring ensure latest real-time system
information.
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Product Overview
Identification of Parts
RMS-DCDC
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Dimensions
110.0mm
4.3in
70.0mm
2.8in
RMS-DCDC
87.5mm
3.4in
31.5mm
1.24in
19.9mm
0.8in
NOTE Dimensions have a tolerance of ±0.5mm
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Additional Components
NOTE
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Installation
WARNING
CAUTION
Preparation
Before the installation of the monitoring screen, it is recommended
to have the following tools available:
Pencil
Drill
Jigsaw
Phillips screwdriver
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Mounting the Monitoring Screen
1. Remove the snap-fit Front Cover Plate from the monitoring
screen.
5. Put the monitoring screen into the cut-out area and align the
mounting holes on the monitoring screen with the pre-drilled screw
holes.
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2
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19.9mm
0.78in
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58.0mm
2.28in
87.5mm
3.44in
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6
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Connecting to the DCDC
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Operation
Page Up
Page Down
Previous Page
Exit Parameter Setting Mode
Enter—Tap to Enter
Parameter Setting Key—Hold for approximately
2~3 seconds to enter parameter setting mode
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LCD Icons
3 4 5 6 7 8
2 1 12 11 10 9
Key Features
1. System Voltage
The 12V system voltage will be illuminated while the RMS-DC-
DC is powered on or during operation.
2. State of charge
Whether charging with PV, Alternator, or PV + Alternator, the
charge state will reflect either MPPT, BOOST, FLOAT. Only
batteries with an equalization charge will see EQUALIZE.In
addition, Lithium batteries will display MPPT and Boost only.
3. System Error
Illuminates when there is a fault or error. It will be followed by an
error code identifying the system error. The icon must be cleared
by fixing the error code condition by troubleshooting your system.
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4. Solar Charging Icon
Indicates solar is charging the house battery. Solar will take
priority over alternator charging.
6. Parameter Units
Total Charging Amps (A), Instant Kilowatt (KWH), Voltage (V), and
Temperature (◦C or ◦F).
7. Error Codes
System error will display a relevant error code from E0~E03
E05~E10E12E13. By default, E0 means no fault and will
display for 3-seconds before disappearing. The following error
codes may come up and will need some troubleshooting to clear
them. Refer to the Troubleshooting section.
E0 Normal
E1 House Battery Over-discharged
E2 House Battery Over-voltage
E3 House Battery Low Voltage Warning
E5 House Battery Low Temperature Protection
E6 Controller High Temperature Warning
E7 House Battery High Temperature Protection
E8 Alternator Over-voltage Warning
E9 Alternator Overcurrent
E10 PV Input Over-voltage
E12 Starting Battery Polarity Reversed
E13 Solar Panel Polarity Reversed
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8. House Battery SOC Icon
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Voltage Interface
The top line displays the house
battery (DC Output) voltage as
well as a graphical display of
the battery using voltage-based
SOC. Each bar represents 25%
for a total of 100%. The bottom
line shows the starter battery
(DC Input) voltage.
Kilowatt Interface
The top line displays instantaneous
watts as a factor of kilowatts (KW).
This will be the charging voltage (V)
multiplied by the charging current (A)
to display Kilowatts. 1 KW = 1000W.
The bottom line displays historical
kilowatt hour generation information
(KWH) and will accumulate the data.
Current Interface
The top line displays overall charging
current to the house battery (Only
Solar, Only Alternator, or Solar +
Alternator). The bottom line displays
the input alternator current.
Temperature Interface
Temperature will be in Celsius (◦C)
by default. The top line shows the
house battery temperature relative
to the DC-DC MPPT.When connected
to the Temperature Sensor (Model:
RTSCC), then it will show the relevant
sensor temperature. The bottom line
displays the internal temperature
of the DC-DC MPPT
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Working Mode
Once the RMS-DCDC is on, it will display different pages depending
on the sources connected. PV Charing Mode will take priority when
charging the house or starter batteries. House battery information will
appear on the top line and starter battery information in the bottom line.
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4.When and if PV charges both the
house battery and starter battery at
the same time, there will be a solar
icon above the H and S.
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4.When no current is detected going
to the House Battery, the ALT charging
arrow will disappear.
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3.Charging of both starter and
house battery at the same time will
be indicative of solar icon over the
S and the ALT charging arrow.
Parameter Setting
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2.Use Up/Down keys to
highlight battery
Voltage Interface
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Setting Lithium
1. Use the Page Up/Down key to show the Voltage Interface.
Hold down Parameter Setting Key for approximately 2-3seconds
and the top line will begin flashing the battery type.
2. Use the Page Up/Down to highlight Li (Lithium).
3. Tap the Parameter Setting Key to select the Boost charge voltage.
Use the Page Up/Down keys to select your desired voltage.
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Setting User
NOTE
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2.Use Up/Down keys to
1.Hold the Param. Setting highlight “USE” then Tap
key for 2-3s until flashing Param. Setting key
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Clear KWh to 0
The kilowatt hour generation will automatically store historical
information. To clear the values to 0:
Kilowatts Interface
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To get started:
1. Use the Page Up/Down keys to show the Current Interface.
Hold down Parameter Setting Key for approximately 2-3seconds
and the top line will begin flashing rated current rating
2. Use the Page Down to highlight your desired current limit rating
Current Interface
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Change from Celsius to Fahrenheit
The default temperature is Celsius. If the RMS-DCDC is restarted,
then it will refer to the default setting. Change from Celsius to
Fahrenheit or vice versa:
3.Confirm by holding
down Param. Setting key
for 2-3s
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Troubleshooting
The RMS-DCDC provides you with a visual for what is
occurring in the system. When the RMS-DCDC is not operating
correctly, then you will need a multi-meter to validate some of
the troubleshooting steps.
Problem-Solution
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1.The warning is letting you know that you’re
E3 using more than your battery can supply.
House 2.It is recommended to limit your load use to not
Battery Low run the battery to empty
Voltage 3.It is also recommended to connect a charging source,
Warning solar or alternator, to slow down the battery draining.
1.The temperature sensor on the DC-DC MPPT
or on the remote sensor (Model: RTSCC) is
detecting low temperature at the house battery
E5 and has ceased charging.
House 2.Ensure you’re not using the RTSCC on lithium batteries.
Battery Low 3.Lithium battery may have reached a freezing
Temperature point and cut off charge. Relocate the battery if
Protection conditions are freezing.
4.The condition will recover upon temperature getting
warmer or if relocating the DC-DC MPPT in a better
ambient temperature to continue normal work mode.
1.The temperature sensor on the DC-DC MPPT or
on the remote sensor (Model: RTSCC) is detecting
E7 high temperature and has cease charging.
House 2.Check for loose connections and ensure no
Battery High heating sources around the battery.
Temperature 3.The condition will recover upon temperature getting
cooler or if relocating the DC-DC MPPT in a better
ambient temperature to continue normal work
mode.
1.The temperature sensor on the DC-DC MPPT or
on the remote sensor (Model: RTSCC) is detecting
E6 high temperature and has cease charging.
Controller 2.Limit the charge current to cool down the
High work mode of the DC-DC MPPT.
Temperature 3.The condition will recover upon temperature
getting cooler or if relocating the DC-DC MPPT
in a better ambient temperature location to
continue normal work mode.
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E8 1. Disconnect the starter battery from the circuit
Alternator
Over-voltage 2. Double check the alternator voltage does not
Protection exceed 16.5V.
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Technical Specifications
Electrical Specifications
Supply Voltage 5VDC
Supply Current 30mA
Power Consumption 1W
Operating Temperature Range -4℉~113℉ / -20℃~45℃
Voltage Accuracy ±0.1V
Current Accuracy ±0.1A
Mechanical Specifications
Communication Port RJ45 (RS485 Protocol)
Display Backlit LCD
User Interface 2key input, 1main power switch
Mounting System Wall Mount
2.8 x 4.3 x 1.24 inch
Dimension 70 x 110 x 31.5 mm
Weight 0.14 lbs / 62 g
Mounting Screw M2.9x13
Certifications FCC Class B Part 15
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Battery Charging Chart
Battery SLD/ LI USER Custom
Type GEL FLD Range
Parameters AGM (LFP) Default) (USER/LI)
Over-
voltage
Warning 16V 16V 16V 16V 16V N/A
Charging
Limit
Voltage 15.5V 15.5V 15.5V 15.5V 15.5V N/A
Over-
voltage 15V 15V 15V 15V 15V N/A
Recover
Boost
Charge 14.6V 14.4V 14.6V 13.2V-
14.2V 14.6V (adjustable)
Voltage (adjustable) 15.5V
Float
Charge 13.8V 13.2V-
13.8V 13.8V 13.8V ---
Voltage (adjustable) 15.5V
Equalization 14.6V 13.2V-
Voltage --- --- 14.8V --- 15.5V
(adjustable)
Boost
Return 13.2V 13.2V 13.2V 13.2V 13.2V N/A
Voltage
Under
Voltage 12V 12V 12V 12.1V 12V N/A
Warning
Under
Voltage 12.2V 12.2V 12.2V 12.2V 12.2V N/A
Recover
Over-
discharge 11.1V 11.1V 11.1V 11.1V 11.1V N/A
Warning
Over-
discharge 12.6V 12.6V 12.6V 12.6V 12.6V N/A
Recover
Boost 120min 120min 120min Variable 120min 0~120
Duration until Full min
Equalization --- 28 28 0-30
--- ---
Interval days days days
Over-
voltage 0-120 0~120
--- --- 120min --- min
Recover min
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NOTE
NOTE
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions,may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is
no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference
to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
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