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MT-1 Tracer Meter
RENOGY MT-1 Tracer Meter for Duo Battery
Charge Controller
2775 E. Philadelphia St., Ontario CA 91761
1-800-330-8678
Table of Contents
System Status Icons and Considerations ........................................................ 7
Limited Warranty for Accessories ..................... Error! Bookmark not defined.
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Important Safety Instructions
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This manual contains important safety, installation, and operating instructions for the charge controller. The following symbols are used throughout the manual to indicate potentially dangerous conditions or important safety information.
WARNING : Indicates a potentially dangerous condition. Use extreme caution when performing this task.
CAUTION: Indicates a critical procedure for safe and proper operation of the controller
NOTE: Indicates a procedure or function that is important to the safe and proper operation of the controller.
General Safety Information
Read all instructions, cautions, and notes in the manual before starting the installation.
There are no serviceable parts inside the MT-1. Do not disassemble or attempt to repair the meter electronics
Do not allow water to enter the MT-1.
General Information
The Renogy MT-1 Tracer meter is the remote digital display used for the 10Amp or
20Amp Duo Battery Charge Controllers. It is a self-diagnostics meter ideal for monitoring and displaying the current solar system status information and any error indications the system might be experiencing. The information is displayed on a backlit LCD display and is easily navigated using the large buttons on the meter. The MT-1 Tracer meter could also be flush mounted on a wall or flat surface using the mounting frame provided. The
MT-1 Tracer is supplied with a 10 meter long cable and is connected using the RJ45 port.
Key Features
Displays both solar voltage and battery voltage
Displays charging current and load current
Displays Amp-Hour and Watt-Hour accumulation
2 different brightness levels for the LCD display
Included Components
Wall Mounting Frame
10 meter cable
Components NOT included
Screws ø 4mm (0.16in)
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Identification of Display
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1. Solar Icon
2. Battery Icon(s) —icon is present if the battery is connected otherwise it will remain flashing. It will demonstrate the battery level in which each bar represents 20% of the battery capacity.
3. Remote Temperature Sensor Icon (optional) —if the charge controller has the
Remote Temperature Sensor connected (separate purchase required), the meter will display this icon.
4. Local Temperature Sensor Icon —indicates the current temperature of the room.
5. Setting Icon —icon is present when the user is modifying parameters of the controller such as brightness, clock, temperature units, or screen cycling.
6. Error Indicator —indicates improper connection, tracer error, or short circuiting of the battery or solar panels.
7. Data Repeat Icon —the meter will automatically cycle through the different screens.
8. Backlight on Icon
—indicates backlight is on.
9. Self-Test Indicator —when the tracer is powered on, it will “TEST” through all screens and make sure everything is running appropriately.
10. Data Units
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Installation
CAUTION: Before installing the MT-1 Tracer, apply power and make sure the meter is working properly. Resolve any issues before installing the meter and the meter cable.
The MT-1 can be mounted in two ways: Frame Mount or in a Wall Mount. A plastic mounting frame has been included for the purpose of Frame Mounting. If Wall Mounting then the MT-1 faceplate sits flush with the mounting surface and the body of the meter would be able to rest comfortably in a hole cut-out on the mounting surface.
NOTE: The screws are NOT included for installation purposes.
Operation
The following keys are used to cycle through the screens or adjust the parameters on the tracer :( K1) NEXT, (K2) (), (K3) (), (K4) SET
NOTE: Both batteries must be connected to the charge controller, otherwise there
will be a default error.
Power On: Test Mode
Once powered on, the meter will have both Charge and Error LED’s on as well as display all the icons for approximately 5 seconds. Once completed, it will begin TEST mode by which it will cycle through each of the following indicators:
1. Remote Temperature Sensor reading (optional)
2. Battery 1 Voltage
3. Solar Panel Reading
7. Units
8. Setting Icon
9. Error Indicator
10. Data Repeat Icon
4. Battery 2 Voltage
5. Local Temperature reading
6. Time
11. Backlit indicator
12. Min, max, percentage
NOTE: Test mode can be manually activated by pressing NEXT + ()
Menu Display
After TEST mode, the user can use the NEXT key to cycle through four menus: PV Solar
Information, Battery 1 Information, Battery 2 Information, and Temperature/ Time Information.
The user can also use the (K2) (), (K3) () keys to cycle within the four menus and display more information .
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Data Screens
PV Solar Battery 1 and Battery 2 Temperature / Time
1. Solar Panel Volts (V)
2. Solar Panel Amps (A)
3. Max Solar Panel Amps (A/
MAX
)
4. Generated Amp-Hours (Ah)
5. PWN Charge Frequency (Hz)
6. Charge Priority Percentage (R)
1. Battery Voltage (V)
2. Max Battery Voltage (V/
MAX
)
3. Min Battery Voltage (V/
MIN
)
4. Battery Amp-Hours (Ah)
1. Remote Temperature
Reading (optional)
2. Time
3. Local Temperature Reading
**The following data represents the 4 menus and the corresponding sub displays.
User Parameter Setting
By pressing the SET button, the user is able to modify some parameters of the meter. They include: Temperature Units, Backlight Timer, Backlight Brightness, Data Repeat Option, and clock. The user uses the (K2) () and (K3) () to adjust the parameter, and then press (K4)
SET again to save the setting.
The icon will be displayed when the user is in the SET function. It will disappear once the user is in the reading menu.
Function Display
Temperature dEg
Description
Changes Temperature Units
(C°) to (F°)
Backlight B: Sets a backlight timer after last button push
On: Always on
B:30 – 30 seconds B:20 – 20 seconds
B:10 – 10 seconds B:05 – 5 seconds
Off: - Always off
Brightness
Data Repeat
Time
Full: Full: high brightness Half: low brightness
Auto Auto: Each Menu and submenu repeats every 3 seconds
Off: No data will repeat unless the user presses the arrow keys.
00:00 H: M Adjust the hours and minutes of the clock.
System Status Icons and Considerations
Test Mode
At any time the user can press the NEXT + () to activate test mode. Test mode checks and displays the related data automatically. The user might experience the following display when undergoing test mode:
“NO”—there is no connection. Connect a battery if applicable. In the default reading screen the battery icon will be flashing.
“OPEN”—indicates that there is no battery connection, or the battery is voltage. Check manufacturer specifications and ensure system is appropriate. over
Error Indicator
The red LED on the tracer is on or the “ ”symbol is visible in the digital display. Possible reasons for the Error Indicator include:
1. One battery could be disconnected, over voltage, or open circuit. Check connections. Disconnect and reconnect.
2. The remote temperature sensor probe is malfunctioning. Check the sensor probe.
Disconnect and reconnect.
3. The system is experiencing overcharging current. Check connections, disconnect and reconnect
4. Solar PV is short circuited. Check connections, disconnect and reconnect.
NOTE: Both batteries must be connected to the charge controller, otherwise there will be
a default error.
Telecommunication Port
When the meter running on individual power or the communication is cut off, the MT-1 will display graphical symbols abnormally. Press any key to stop the display and resume normal activity. IF problem persists, disconnect the port and connect it again. Normal behavior is when the meter updates every 20 seconds.
NOTE: Errors could occur in the telecommunication port if the connection is not properly
secured. Also, too long of a cable may cause some inconsistencies.
Battery Level Flashing
Each strip equals to 20% of battery capacity. The bar that is flashing indicates that the battery is within the next increment of 20% of the battery capacity. For example: when the first bar is flashing, the battery is at 1-19% of capacity. Similarly, when the second bar of the battery is flashing, then the capacity is at 21-39%.
NOTE: The meter measures battery capacity by the voltage it is experiencing. When batteries are charging, they will not necessarily match the accurate battery capacity.
Battery capacity AH
AH is the accumulation of charging, each one minute will count. The data is not accurate while the charge current is too small. The min. is 1AH, means 1 amps charging for 1 hour, Ah comes to show.
Troubleshooting
MT-1 has no display
Verify that the duo battery charge controller is powered on and that it is connected to the
MT-1. The MT-1 is powered by the duo battery charge controller.
LCD display is dim
Make sure that the MT-1 is not in half-brightness mode.
Check the system battery voltage. The MT-1 needs a minimum of 8 V to operate.
Verify that the temperature is within range of the LCD operating parameters.
MT-1 turns on, but shows no data
MT-1 is potentially damaged or the cable is damaged. Replace the cable by contacting the manufacturer.
MT-1 display does not match product manual
Our products undergo manual revisions from time to time. Please check our website at
Renogy-store.com > downloads for latest documentation.
Buttons do not work
Disconnect the MT-1 and clean the faceplate to remove any potential buildup of residue
Reconnect MT-1
Technical Specifications
Electrical Parameters
Rated Voltage 12V
Minimum Voltage Suggested 8V
Strong backlight on
Low Backlight on
< 23mA
< 20mA
Backlight and LED indicator off < 17mA
Mechanical Parameters
Communication Cable
Cable Length
RJ45 (8 pin)
10 meters
Faceplate Dimensions
Wall Frame Dimensions
95 x 95mm (3.74 x 3.74in)
110 x 110mm (4.33 x 4.33in)
Temperature Parameters
Operation Temperature -40 °F to 140°F
LCD Operation Temperature -14 °F to 104°F
Humidity 0-100%
CAD Dimensions
NOTE: Dimensions are in millimeters (inches)
Updated: July 30, 2015
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AK-10FT-10; AK-10FT-12; AK-20FT-10; AK-20FT-12; AK-30FT-10; AK-30FT-12;
AK-40FT-10; AK-40FT-12; AK-9IN-12; BATTERYCB-12IN-4; BATTERYCB-14IN-
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Products that have been serviced or replaced under their warranty period do not receive extended warranties. Instead, the serviced/replaced product(s) will abide to the original warranty period issued when first purchased. No employee, agent, dealer or any other person is authorized to give any warranties on behalf of the Warrantor, not expressly set forth in this limited warranty.
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The warranty does not cover failures result from incorrect handling, product modifications, installation, conversion or additions, supplements, operation, natural elements (weather), excessive or deficient energy supply, chemicals, the effect of solid bodies or deliberate damage. If the Warrantor determines that the problem with the product(s) is not due to a manufacturing defect in the Warrantor’s workmanship or materials, or otherwise does not qualify for warranty repair, then the Purchaser will be responsible for all costs incurred by the Warrantor necessary to repair, replace and transport the product(s).
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RNG Group Inc.
2775 E. Philadelphia St.
Ontario, CA 91761
Phone: 800-300-8678
Fax: 888-543-1164
Email:
General Inquiries: [email protected]
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