Xantrex Technology Universal Remote RC GS RC7 User Manual

RC/GS  
RC7  
RC/GS Remot e Cont rol/Gen St art ing  
Owners Manual  
RV Series  
Remote Control  
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RV Series Remote  
Controls  
RC/GS, RC7  
Owners Manual  
 
About Xantrex  
Xantrex Technology Inc. is a world-leading supplier of advanced power  
electronics and controls with products from 50 watt mobile units to one MW  
utility-scale systems for wind, solar, batteries, fuel cells, microturbines, and  
backup power applications in both grid-connected and stand-alone systems.  
Xantrex products include inverters, battery chargers, programmable power  
supplies, and variable speed drives that convert, supply, control, clean, and  
distribute electrical power.  
Trademarks  
RV Series Remote Control is a trademark of Xantrex International. Xantrex is a  
registered trademark of Xantrex International.  
Other trademarks, registered trademarks, and product names are the property of  
their respective owners and are used herein for identification purposes only.  
Notice of Copyright  
RV Series Remote Control Owner’s Manual © June 2005 Xantrex International.  
All rights reserved.  
Disclaimer  
UNLESS SPECIFICALLY AGREED TO IN WRITING, XANTREX TECHNOLOGY INC.  
(“XANTREX”)  
(a) MAKES NO WARRANTY AS TO THE ACCURACY, SUFFICIENCY OR SUITABILITY OF  
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THE USE OF SUCH INFORMATION. THE USE OF ANY SUCH INFORMATION WILL BE  
ENTIRELY AT THE USER’S RISK.  
Date and Revision  
June 2005 Revision A  
Part Number  
975-0210-01-01  
Contact Information  
Telephone: 1 800 670 0707 (toll free North America)  
1 360 925 5097 (direct)  
Fax:  
1 360 925 5143 (direct)  
Email:  
Web:  
 
About This Manual  
Purpose  
The purpose of this Owner’s Manual is to provide  
explanations and procedures for installing and operating the  
RV Series Remote Controls—RC/GS and RC7.  
Scope  
The Manual provides safety guidelines, planning and setup  
information, installation procedures, as well as information  
about operating the unit. It also contains information about  
configuring and operating the RV Series Inverter/Charger  
with the RC/GS or RC7.  
Audience  
The Manual is intended for anyone who needs to install and  
operate the RC/GS or RC7. Installers should be certified  
technicians or electricians.  
Organization  
Chapter 2 contains information and procedures to install the  
Chapter 3 contains information about configuring the RV  
Chapter 4 contains information and procedures to operate the  
RV Series Remote Control.  
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About This Manual  
Conventions Used  
The following conventions are used in this guide.  
WARNING  
Warnings identify conditions or practices that could result in  
personal injury or loss of life.  
CAUTION  
Cautions identify conditions or practices that could result in  
damage to the unit or to other equipment.  
Important: These notes describe an important action item or  
an item that you must pay attention to.  
Related Information  
You can find more information about Xantrex Technology  
Inc. as well as its products and services at www.xantrex.com  
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Important Safety Instructions  
WARNING: Save these instructions  
This Owner’s Manual contains important safety and operating  
instructions. Before using your RV Series Remote Control, be sure  
to read, understand, and save these safety instructions.  
WARNING: Restrictions on use  
The RC/GS or RC7 shall not be used in connection with life  
support systems or other medical equipment or devices.  
General Precautions  
1. Before installing and using the RC/GS or RC7, read all  
appropriate sections of this guide and any cautionary  
markings on the device and the devices to which it  
connects.  
Return Information” on page 49.  
serviceable parts. See “Information About Your System”  
on page 54 for instructions on obtaining service.  
4. Protect the product from rain, snow, spray, and water.  
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Safety  
Explosive gas precautions  
WARNING: Explosion hazard  
This equipment is not ignition protected. To prevent fire or  
explosion, do not install the RC/GS or RC7 in compartments  
containing flammable materials or in locations that require ignition-  
protected equipment. This includes any space containing gasoline-  
powered machinery, fuel tanks, as well as joints, fittings, or other  
connections between components of the fuel system.  
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Contents  
Important Safety Instructions- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - v  
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Indicators and Controls - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4  
Mounting and Connecting - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 7  
Changing Settings - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 12  
LCD Contrast- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 16  
Set Clock (RC/GS Only) - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 17  
Select Genset (RC/GS Only) - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 17  
Generator Start (RC/GS Only) - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 18  
Generator Stop (RC/GS Only) - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 19  
Saving Setup Choices - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 22  
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RC/GS and RC7 Setup Menu Summary - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 23  
RV Series Inverter/Charger and RC/GS and RC7 Setup - - - 23  
Auto Gen Start Setup (RC/GS Only) - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 24  
Genset Status: Pending, Cranking and Restart  
(RC/GS Only) - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 30  
Low Battery Voltage - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 39  
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Set Shore Power - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 44  
Preparation for Storage - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 45  
System Status Messages - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 46  
Meters Display- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 47  
Warranty and Return Information - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 49  
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Introduction  
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Chapter 1 contains information about the function and  
features of the RV Series Remote Controls.  
Topics in this chapter are organized as follows:  
“Indicators and Controls” on page 4.  
 
     
Introduction  
Features  
The RC/GS and RC7 are control panels that allow remote  
operation of a RV Series Inverter/Charger.  
Features of the RC/GS and RC7 include:  
Simple menu-driven programming for full control of all  
inverter/charger functions  
A three-level menu to prevent accidental setting changes  
Meters to display voltage and current  
An intelligent battery fuel gauge displaying estimated  
battery capacity  
Error message and information displays used to optimize  
system performance  
Remote ON/OFF inverter operation.  
RJ11 phone jack connection to inverter/charger.  
RC/GS Re mot e Cont rol/Ge n St art ing  
Figure 1-1 RC/GS Front Panel  
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Features  
Connection cable requirements  
The RC7 and RC/GS use a telephone-style cord to connect to  
the RV Series Inverter/Charger (models RV2012GS,  
RV2012GS-15/20B, RV2012GS-20B, RV2512GS, and  
RV3012GS).  
Use only Xantrex-recommended accessories:  
Part number  
31-6257-00  
31-6262-00  
31-6275-00  
Cable Length  
25 feet  
50 feet  
70 feet  
To connect the RC/GS or RC7 to a non-GS series RV Series  
Inverter/Charger, use a data-standard RJ11 cable. This cable  
is sold separately in 25-foot (order #392-9) or 50-foot (order  
#392-5) lengths.  
Note: The RC/GS functions with non-GS series inverter/  
chargers. However, not all the generator start features of the RC/  
GS are compatible with non-GS series inverter/chargers.  
Telephone-style cable  
Data standard cable  
Figure 1-2 Remote Control Cable Types  
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Introduction  
Indicators and Controls  
All operating controls and indicators are located on the front  
panel of the remote control.  
ON/OFF Control The inverter portion of the inverter/  
charger can be switched OFF or ON using the remote control.  
The standby charger in the inverter is automatic and always  
ready and available for charging whenever AC power is  
applied.  
Meters The RC/GS and RC7 feature several meters that  
monitor the operating conditions of the power center. These  
meters include: Average Shunt Amps, Battery Voltage,  
Inverter/Charger Current, AC Output Voltage, AC Input  
Amps, and Estimated Battery Capacity.  
Controls The RC/GS and RC7 allow the inverter to be  
switched ON or OFF with the press of a button on the remote.  
The RC/GS and RC7 can be used to configure the inverter/  
charger to the specific system and preferences including  
Battery Capacity, Battery Type, Charger Rate, Shorepower  
Amps, and LCD screen Contrast. In addition, the RC/GS  
starts and stops the generator automatically or manually,  
allows the setting of generator make and model, sets a “quiet  
time” during which the generator will not start automatically,  
and has manual overrides for auto gen start.  
Status Monitoring The RC/GS and RC7 monitor operating  
conditions, including the AC supply, inverter operation,  
charger operation, battery condition, and (on the RC/GS  
only) generator condition.  
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Installation  
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Chapter 2 contains information and procedures to install  
the RV Series Remote Controls.  
“Mounting and Connecting” on page 7.  
 
     
Installation  
Installing the RC/GS and RC7  
The RC/GS and RC7 are designed to be flush mounted  
through an opening in a wall and secured with four screws.  
The RC/GS and RC7 require no connections other than one  
cable that plugs into the back of the unit. Because you cannot  
access the cable jack once the unit is mounted, the cable  
needs to be routed through the wall before securing the  
remote.  
All operating power for the RC/GS and RC7 is provided by  
the RV Series Inverter/Charger through the cable.  
CAUTION  
Allow at least 2 ¼ inches (57 mm) of space behind the wall to  
accommodate the depth of the unit and allow room for the cable to  
bend.  
Materials and tools required  
You will need these materials and tools to complete the  
installation:  
level, measuring tape, and pencil  
four #6 screws and appropriate screwdriver  
jigsaw or small keyhole saw  
power drill with 1/16" bit (optional)  
RC/GS and RC7 remote cable (telephone-style cable if  
connecting to a GS-series inverter/charger, data-standard  
cable if connecting to a non-GS series inverter/charger).  
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Installing the RC/GS and RC7  
Choosing a location  
Choose a location that is easily accessible. The RC/GS and  
RC7 should be mounted where they are clearly visible, with  
unobstructed access to the screen and buttons.  
The location should be indoors, dry, and free from corrosive  
or explosive fumes.  
Mounting and Connecting  
WARNING: Fire hazard  
The RC/GS and RC7 are not ignition protected. Do not install in  
areas requiring ignition-protected equipment.  
WARNING: Shock hazard  
Before making an opening in a wall, bulkhead, or panel, ensure  
there is no wiring or other obstruction within the wall.  
To install the remote:  
1. Refer to Figure 2-1 for hole and cutout dimensions or  
install the remote in a standard double-gang outlet box.  
2. Pilot-drill the mounting holes (if necessary, depending on  
your mounting surface) and, using a jigsaw, cut out the  
hole in which the remote will be inserted.  
4-1/8"  
4-1/4" c-c  
4"  
CUT OUT THIS AREA  
FRONT VIEW  
PHONE  
JACK  
5-3/16" c-c  
Figure 2-1 Installation Dimensions  
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3. Run the cable between the remote and the RV Series  
Inverter/Charger.  
4. Place the ON/OFF switch on the RV Series Inverter/  
Charger to the OFF position and disconnect the AC power.  
5. Connect the communications cable into the RJ11 port on  
the inverter/charger marked “Remote Control” (Figure 2-2).  
Remote Control port  
ON/OFF switch  
Figure 2-2 RV Series Inverter/Charger Front Panel  
6. Connect the other end of the cable into the jack on the  
remote (Figure 2-3).  
Remote  
cable jack  
Figure 2-3 RC/GS and RC7 Back View  
7. Secure the remote to the wall or outlet box using the  
appropriate screws (4 required).  
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8. Wait for the screen to show the message “Waiting for  
AC.”  
9. Place the ON/OFF switch on the RV Series Inverter/  
Charger to the ON position.  
Important: The remote will not operate the RV Series Inverter/  
Charger if the ON/OFF switch is in the OFF position.  
10. Reconnect the RV Series Inverter/Charger to the AC  
source. After a brief delay, the remote will display a  
system status message similar to Figure 2-4.  
System Status:  
AC Available  
Figure 2-4 System Status Message  
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Configuration  
Viewing the Setup Menu  
You can use the RV Series Remote Controls to configure the  
RV Series Inverter/Charger and the remote itself.  
Configuration is performed using the Setup menu. You can  
view the Setup menu and configure settings by using the  
Setup/Menu Item buttons and the Settings button.  
To view the Setup menu and enter Setup mode, press and  
hold the two Setup/Menu Item buttons for approximately five  
seconds, or until the screen clears, then release the buttons.  
You can scroll through menu items by pressing the up or  
down arrow buttons.  
To exit Setup mode, press and hold the Setup/Menu Item  
buttons for approximately five seconds until the screen  
changes back to the System Status Display.  
Menu Item  
Meter Mode  
Setup  
Figure 3-1 Setup/Menu Item Buttons  
Changing Settings  
You can change settings using the Settings button while in  
Setup mode. This button scrolls through menu items one at a  
time. If you pass the desired item or setting, continue pressing  
the Settings button until the item or setting reappears.  
You can also use the Settings button to enable or disable the  
equalize charge mode.  
Settings  
Figure 3-2 Settings button  
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Configuring the RC/GS and RC7  
Configuring the RC/GS and RC7  
on the RC/GS and RC7. See “RC/GS and RC7 Setup Menu  
Summary” on page 23 for the complete menu structure.  
Set Idle  
Set Idle enables or disables the power-saving “search sense”  
mode feature. Refer to the RV Series Inverter/Charger  
Owner’s Manual for a complete description of the search  
sense mode.  
To configure Set Idle, use the Settings button to scroll to the  
desired setting. The default setting is Defeat.  
Set Idle:  
Defeat  
Set Idle:  
About..20W load  
Set Idle:  
..30W  
Set Idle:  
..50W  
Set Idle:  
..40W  
Figure 3-3 Set Idle menu items  
Selecting Defeat disables the search sense function. The  
remaining selections specify the minimum wattage load that  
must be present on the inverter to qualify as a load and bring  
the inverter out of the search sense mode and begin inverting.  
After selecting, press the down arrow to access the next  
menu.  
Battery Capacity  
Battery Capacity refers to the battery’s reserve capacity in  
amp-hours. The RC/GS and RC7 approximate the battery  
state-of-charge (SOC), then estimate the battery capacity  
(Auto) over several charge/discharge cycles. However,  
setting the capacity manually assures a more accurate initial  
SOC calculation. The default setting is Auto.  
The Battery Capacity setting also sets the absorption charge  
time where the batteries are charged at the bulk voltage.  
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Configuration  
Table 3-1 Battery Capacity Settings  
Setting  
Absorption Charge Time  
110 minutes (1.8 hours)  
60 minutes (1 hour)  
Auto  
125 A-hrs  
250 A-hrs  
375 A-hrs  
500 A-hrs  
1000 A-hrs  
90 minutes (1.5 hours)  
120 minutes (2 hours)  
150 minutes (2.5 hours)  
180 minutes (3 hours)  
Bat Capacity:  
Auto  
Bat Capacity:  
125 A-hrs  
Bat Capacity:  
250 A-hrs  
Bat Capacity:  
375 A-hrs  
Bat Capacity:  
500 A-hrs  
Bat Capacity:  
1000 A-hrs  
Figure 3-4 Battery Capacity menu items  
Battery Type  
To ensure the batteries are receiving the proper charge  
voltage, the Battery Type must be selected for the type of  
batteries used in the system: GEL Cell, Flooded Lead Acid  
and AGM. The default setting is GEL Cell.  
This voltage varies depending on the batteries used, as  
specified below.  
Table 3-2 Battery Type and Charge Voltage  
Battery Type  
Bulk VDC  
Float VDC Equalize VDC  
GEL Cell  
14.1  
13.6  
13.4  
13.4  
Defeated  
15.5  
Flooded Lead Acid 14.6  
AGM  
14.4  
15.5  
Battery Type:  
GEL Cell  
Battery Type:  
Flooded  
Battery Type:  
AGM  
Figure 3-5 Battery Type menu items  
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Max Charge Rate  
The battery charger’s maximum output current can be  
specified using the Max Charge Rate menu. The default is  
100% of the maximum charge rate. Refer to the RV Series  
Inverter/Charger Owner’s Manual for model-specific  
adjustable charge rates in amps.  
Maximum  
Minimum  
Default  
Step Size  
100%  
10%  
100%  
10%  
Max Charge Rate:  
100% of max  
Max Charge Rate:  
90%  
Max Charge Rate:  
80%  
Max Charge Rate:  
10%  
Max Charge Rate:  
20%  
Figure 3-6 Max Charge Rate menu items  
Set Shore Power  
The inverter monitors the AC power being drawn by both the  
battery charger and the AC loads connected to the inverter. If  
the current draw approaches the shorepower circuit breaker  
rating, the battery charger reduces the amount of current  
supplied to the batteries to provide the maximum current to  
the AC loads. Set Shore Power ensures the battery charger  
does not exceed the shorepower circuit breaker rating. This  
setting should match the shorepower or generator’s circuit  
breaker rating. The default setting is 30 amps (and above).  
Note: The maximum current draw from the RV3012GS charger  
is 28 amps.  
Note: This setting does not prevent the loads from exceeding  
the shore circuit breaker rating.  
Maximum  
Minimum  
Default  
Step Size  
30 A or more 5 Amps  
30 Amps  
5 Amps  
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Configuration  
Set Shore Power:  
5 Amps  
Set Shore Power:  
30A or more  
Set Shore Power:  
25 Amps  
Set Shore Power:  
10 Amps  
Figure 3-7 Set Shore Power menu items  
Remote Setup  
The Remote Setup screen displays system status and error  
messages that occur during normal operation. From the Setup  
menu you can select:  
Last Key (default) to display the last system status  
message displayed after exiting the Setup menu.  
Rolling Display to automatically show system status,  
state-of-charge, time left to run, time left to charge, set  
shore power and gen start/stop (RC/GS only).  
Power Saver to shut off the screen and LEDs after five  
minutes without a button press or new error message.  
Pressing any key will reactivate the screen and LEDs for  
another five minutes. Errors during the power saver mode  
will “wake up” the remote.  
Remote Setup:  
Last key  
Remote Setup:  
Power Saver  
Remote Setup:  
Rolling Display  
Figure 3-8 Remote Setup menu items  
LCD Contrast  
You can use the LCD Contrast menu to adjust the screen  
contrast to accommodate changing lighting conditions and  
viewing angle. The default setting is Maximum Contrast.  
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LCD Contrast:  
Max Contrast  
LCD Contrast:  
87%  
LCD Contrast:  
62%  
LCD Contrast:  
Min Contrast  
Figure 3-9 LCD Contrast menu items  
Set Clock (RC/GS Only)  
Some RC/GS automatic generator start functions are based  
on the time of day. The clock must be properly set to ensure  
the programmed function will perform at the correct time.  
The clock uses 24-hour time and ranges from 00:00 to 23:59.  
To access the Set Clk menu, scroll down past the generator  
menus by pressing the down arrow. A flashing cursor appears  
below (and behind) the hour (H) or minute (M) characters in  
the screen. Every eight seconds the cursor alternates  
positions. When the cursor is under the hour digit, press the  
Settings button to set the hours to the current hour (00 to 23).  
When the cursor is under the minutes digit, press the Settings  
button to set the minutes to the current minute (0 to 59). Press  
and hold the Settings button to quickly increase the selected  
value, or press and release to increase the value by one unit at  
a time.  
Hour selected  
Set Clk: 0-23:59  
HH:MM  
Increase value (Settings button)  
Figure 3-10 Set Clock display  
Select Genset (RC/GS Only)  
After setting the clock, press the up arrow once to access the  
Select Genset menu. Select the type and model of the  
generator by pressing the Settings button until the generator’s  
name and model is displayed. The default is Onan  
QuietDiesel.  
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Configuration  
Select Genset:  
Onan QuietDiesel  
Select Genset:  
PowerTech Diesel  
Select Genset:  
Generac Diesel  
Figure 3-11 Select Genset menu items  
Generator Start (RC/GS Only)  
After setting the clock and selecting a generator, set the  
parameters for automatically starting the generator based  
upon a battery voltage. Press the up arrow and scroll through  
the menus to view the Generator Start menu. Press the  
Settings button to select the required setting.  
Note: You cannot set the Auto Gen parameters until you set the  
clock.  
Note: When the battery voltage drops to the selected generator  
start setting, there is a 15-minute delay before the generator starts.  
If the battery voltage rises above the generator start setting during  
that 15-minute delay, the countdown resets itself and the  
generator does not start.  
The default Generator Start selection is Manual (Push ON).  
This setting disables all automatic start functions. Any other  
selection from the Generator Start menu enables the RV  
Series Inverter/Charger to automatically start the generator  
based upon the battery’s voltage.  
The available auto start voltage settings are 11.0, 11.5, 11.8,  
12.0, and 12.2 VDC.  
Generator Start:  
Auto at 12.2 VDC  
Generator Start:  
Manual (Push ON)  
Generator Start:  
Auto at 11.0 VDC  
Generator Start:  
Auto at 11.5 VDC  
Figure 3-12 Generator Start menu items  
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Configuring the RC/GS and RC7  
The generator can be started or stopped at any time by  
pressing the down arrow button until the Gen Start/Stop  
menu is displayed. Press and hold the On/Off button until you  
hear a beep from the RC/GS. Release the button after the  
beep sounds.  
If the inverter/charger senses an AC supply and the battery  
voltage is below the automatic start setting, the generator  
does not start. When you start the generator with the On/Off  
button, the generator starts even if an AC supply is present.  
Important: If the generator is manually started from the  
remote, a manual override is initiated and the generator will not  
stop automatically. Shut down the generator manually.  
On / Off  
Gen Start/Stop  
Press (ON/OFF)  
Figure 3-13 Generator Start/Stop  
Generator Stop (RC/GS Only)  
The RC/GS can be configured so that the RV Series Inverter/  
Charger stops the generator automatically when the charger  
initiates the Absorption or the Float mode of charging. Refer  
to the RV Series Inverter/Charger Owner’s Manual for a  
detailed description of charging modes. The default is  
Manual (Push Off).  
Generator Stop:  
Auto at Float  
Generator Stop:  
Auto at Absorb  
Generator Stop:  
Manual (Push OFF)  
Figure 3-14 Generator Stop menu items  
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The generator can be stopped at any time by accessing the  
user menu until the “Gen Start/Stop: Press (On/Off)” menu is  
displayed. Press and hold the On/Off button until you hear a  
beep from the RC/GS. Release the button after the beep  
sounds.  
Note: Manually stopping the generator will set the Generator  
Start selection to Manual (Push On), disabling any automatic start  
settings. The generator will no longer automatically start after it is  
manually stopped with the RC/GS.  
On / Off  
Gen Start/Stop  
Press (ON/OFF)  
Figure 3-15 Generator Start/Stop (on Generator Start menu)  
Thermostat Start Enable and Disable (RC/GS Only)  
The RC/GS can be configured to enable the RV Series  
Inverter/Charger to start and stop the generator in response to  
a signal from a thermostat. The RV Series Inverter/Charger  
must have its Automatic Generator Start connections wired to  
a thermostat. For more information, see the Installation  
chapter in the RV Series Inverter/Charger Owner’s Manual.  
Enabling this setting allows the generator to automatically  
power an air conditioner or heater after receiving a signal  
from a thermostat. Each generator start and stop has a time  
delay of 30 seconds after the RV Series Inverter/Charger  
receives the thermostat signal.  
Gen Start/Stop:  
Therm Enabled  
Gen Start/Stop:  
Therm Disabled  
Figure 3-16 Begin Generator Quiet Time display  
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Begin Gen Quiet and End Gen Quiet (RC/GS Only)  
The period of time during which the generator is prevented  
from starting automatically can be defined using the RC/GS.  
To specify the begin quiet time, scroll to the Begin Gen  
Quiet: 00:00 by using the Up and Down arrow buttons. Set  
the Begin Gen Quiet start time. The selected digit for hours or  
see “Set Clock (RC/GS Only)” on page 17).  
Begin Gen Quiet  
00:00  
Figure 3-17 Begin Generator Quiet Time display  
Press the Down arrow to access the End Gen Quiet: 00:00  
menu and select the appropriate end time.  
End Gen Quiet  
00:00  
Figure 3-18 End Generator Quiet Time display  
Note: Setting Begin Gen Quiet and End Gen Quiet to the same  
time defeats the quiet time mode.  
Note: If the generator is running when quiet time begins, it shuts  
down automatically. The buzzer also sounds and the screen shows  
the message “Gen Quiet Fault.” If the auto-start condition still  
exists at the end of quiet time, the generator will start.  
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Configuration  
Saving Setup Choices  
Once the setup options are complete, press and hold the  
Setup/Menu Item buttons (see Figure 3-19) for approximately  
five seconds or until the screen clears. The setup choices will  
be saved in the inverter/charger’s non-volatile memory 20  
seconds after exiting the Setup menu if no other actions are  
taken. These settings will be preserved until changed.  
Note: The generator start and stop settings will not be saved if  
the RC/GS is disconnected or DC power is lost.  
Menu Item  
Meter Mode  
Setup  
Figure 3-19 Setup/Menu Item Buttons  
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RC/GS and RC7 Setup Menu Summary  
RC/GS and RC7 Setup Menu Summary  
RV Series Inverter/Charger and RC/GS and RC7 Setup  
Set Idle:  
Defeat  
Set Idle:  
About..20W load ...30W  
Set Idle:  
Set Idle:  
...40W  
Set Idle:  
50W  
Bat Capacity:  
Auto  
Bat Capacity:  
125 A-hrs  
Bat Capacity:  
250 A-hrs  
Bat Capacity:  
375 A-hrs  
Bat Capacity:  
500 A-hrs  
Bat Capacity:  
1000 A-hrs  
Battery Type:  
GEL Cell  
Battery Type:  
Flooded Lead Acid AGM  
Battery Type:  
Max Charge Rate:  
100% of max  
Max Charge Rate:  
90%  
Max Charge Rate:  
80%  
Max Charge Rate:  
20%  
Max Charge Rate:  
10%  
Set Shore Power:  
30 A or more  
Set Shore Power:  
25 Amps  
Set Shore Power:  
20 Amps  
Set Shore Power:  
15 Amps  
Set Shore Power:  
10 Amps  
Set Shore Power:  
5 Amps  
Remote Setup:  
Last Key  
Remote Setup:  
Power Saver  
Remote Setup:  
Rolling Display  
LCD Contrast:  
Max Contrast  
LCD Contrast:  
87%  
LCD Contrast:  
62%  
LCD Contrast:  
Min Contrast  
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Configuration  
Auto Gen Start Setup (RC/GS Only)  
Generator Start: Generator Start: Generator Start: Generator Start: Generator Start: Generator Start:  
Manual (Push ON)  
Auto at 11.0 VDC  
Auto at 11.5 VDC  
Auto at 11.8 VDC  
Auto at 12.0 VDC  
Auto at 12.2 VDC  
Generator Stop: Generator Stop: Generator Stop:  
Manual (Push OFF) Auto at Absorb  
Auto at Float  
Gen Start/Stop:  
Gen Start/Stop:  
Therm Disabled Therm Enabled  
Begin Gen Quiet:  
00:00  
End Gen Quiet:  
00:00  
Select Genset:  
Select Genset:  
Select Genset:  
Onan QuietDiesel PowerTech Diesel Generac Diesel  
Set Clk:0–23:59  
00:00  
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Operation  
4
Chapter 4 contains information and procedures to  
operate the RV Series Remote Control.  
“RC/GS and RC7 User’s Menu Summary” on  
page 46  
 
     
Operation  
Indicators and Controls  
The RC/GS and RC7 feature LEDs, a display screen, and  
buttons for viewing operating status.  
Status LEDs  
Four indicator lights (LEDs) light up or flash during  
operation to indicate the system’s status. When the inverter is  
powered on, all LEDs flash as the unit goes through a self-  
test. After the self-test completes, the LEDs indicate the  
current state of the inverter and charger. Use these LEDs  
along with the screen to view complete system status.  
Inverter  
Green  
Yellow  
Charge  
Yellow  
Batt. Full  
Red  
Error  
Figure 4-1 Status LEDs  
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Indicators and Controls  
Inverter LED  
The green Inverter LED indicates the inverter is on and ready  
to provide power from the batteries. If AC power is  
connected to the inverter/charger, the LED flashes. When no  
AC power is connected, the inverter LED is on solid,  
indicating that the inverter/charger is inverting (providing  
power from the batteries). The Inverter LED also indicates  
inverter status under conditions when the inverter/charger is  
not inverting.  
Inverter LED Other LEDs or Devices Meaning  
ON (solid)  
Flashing  
Inverter on  
Yellow Charge LED  
(flashing)  
Inverter ready  
(charging)  
Slow flash  
Flashing  
Search sense mode  
Inverter error  
Error LED ON and  
buzzer sounding  
OFF  
Inverter off  
Charge LED  
The yellow Charge LED indicates the current battery charge  
mode.  
Charge LED  
ON (solid)  
Slow flash  
Fast flash  
Very fast flash  
OFF  
Other LEDs or Devices  
Meaning  
Bulk charging  
Absorption charging  
Yellow Batt. Full LED ON Float charging  
Equalize charging  
No charging  
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Operation  
Batt. Full LED  
The yellow Batt. Full LED indicates the state of charge on the  
batteries. This LED will not illuminate until the batteries have  
charged up to at least 90% (according to the inverter/charger’s  
estimate). The duration of the LED’s on time will increase  
until the batteries reach 100%, at which time the LED will be  
on solid. In the inverter mode, the off time duration of the LED  
will increase until the batteries discharge to below 90%, at  
which time the LED will turn off.  
Other LEDs or  
Batt. Full LED Devices  
Meaning  
Solid  
Battery fully charged (100%)  
Flashing  
Yellow charge Battery charged 90% or higher  
LED (flashing)  
OFF  
Battery below 90% charge  
Error LED  
The Error LED indicates that there is a problem with the  
page 32 and “Inverter/Charger Error Messages” on page 37.  
Error  
Other LEDs or Devices  
Meaning  
ON (Solid)  
Check system  
LCD Screen  
The screen is used for setting up the system operation as well  
as viewing current status or error messages. It has two 16-  
character lines and a backlight. You can scroll through the  
screen items by using the buttons below the screen.  
System Status:  
Equalizing  
Figure 4-2 LCD screen  
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Indicators and Controls  
Buttons  
There are four buttons on the front panel of the RC/GS and  
RC7 used to control the inverter and enter system operating  
parameters.  
On / Off  
Menu Item  
Settings  
Meter Mode  
Setup  
Figure 4-3 Button Controls  
On/Off  
The On/Off button controls the inverter section of the  
inverter/charger. Press this button once to turn the inverter on  
or off. The charger section of the inverter is not affected by  
this function and maintains the batteries whenever AC power  
is present. Use this control when you do not want the inverter  
to supply backup power in the event of an AC line failure. If  
the inverter is off, AC output power is available only as long  
also controls the generator. See “Generator Start/Stop (RC/  
GS Only)” on page 44.  
Note: The inverter is in a ready state when AC utility power is  
connected and the green Inverter LED is flashing. Pressing the  
On/Off button while the green LED is on solid (indicating  
inverter mode) will cause the loss of the inverter output.  
Meter Mode  
The Meter Mode button accesses the various operating  
parameters such as output voltage, amperage, temperature,  
etc. To access the Meter Mode, press and hold the Meter  
Mode button for approximately five seconds. See “Meters  
Display” on page 41.  
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Operation  
System Status Displays  
The RC/GS and RC7 remote controls display the operating  
mode and system status by lighting one or more LEDs and/or  
by displaying a message on the screen. The four LEDs reflect  
the same information as the single tricolored LED on the RV  
Series Inverter/Charger.  
There are four types of system messages:  
AC source messages  
Inverter messages  
Charger messages  
Error messages.  
AC Source Messages  
AC source messages appear when alternating current (shore  
power) is present. In addition, the AC source messages  
describe the current activity, if any, of the generator (RC/GS  
only).  
Waiting for AC  
When the inverter is off and AC is not present, the screen  
displays “Waiting for AC.”  
System Status:  
Waiting for AC  
Genset Status: Pending, Cranking and Restart (RC/GS Only)  
When the RC/GS is set up to start the generator for a specified  
condition (battery voltage or thermostat signal) and that  
condition has been met, the screen shows “Pending Genstart.”  
Genset Status:  
Pending Genstart  
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System Status Displays  
When the initiating condition (battery voltage or thermostat  
signal) has occurred, the Pending Genstart message is  
displayed for approximately two minutes, awaiting a change in  
the condition or a manual override. If neither condition occurs,  
the inverter/charger attempts to start the generator and the RC/  
GS displays “Cranking Genset.”  
Genset Status:  
Cranking Genset  
Once the generator starts, there is a brief delay to allow the  
generator to reach operating speed and for the inverter/  
charger to synchronize to the generator, at which point the  
screen shows that AC is again available.  
Genset Status:  
AC Available  
Starter Cooldown and Gen Start (RC/GS Only)  
If the generator does not start within 60 seconds, a two-  
minute starter cooldown message is displayed after which  
another attempt to start the generator occurs.1 The RC/GS  
will make a total of three start attempts.  
Genset Status:  
Starter Cooldown  
1.These are maximum times. They vary according to the Genset you have selected.  
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Operation  
Genset Error Messages (RC/GS Only)  
Gen Wont Start  
If the generator does not start after the three attempts, the RC/  
GS displays the message “Gen won’t Start” and the red Error  
LED on the front panel lights. After displaying this message,  
the RC/GS automatically sets the Generator Start menu to  
“Manual (Push ON)” and no further attempts to start the  
generator will occur. Correct the starting problem and set the  
RC/GS back to the previous auto-start menu.  
Inverter  
Genset Status:  
Charge  
Gen wont Start  
!
Batt. Full  
Error  
Buzzer sounds  
822-4A-001  
Red Error LED lights and error message  
appears in the screen  
Figure 4-4 Gen Won’t Start Error Message  
Note: Press any arrow button to cancel the buzzer.  
Gen Quiet Fault  
If the generator has started in response to an auto start setting  
and is running when quiet time begins, it shuts down  
automatically. The buzzer also sounds and the screen shows  
the message “Gen Quiet Fault” and the red Error LED comes  
on. The remote control also emits a series of beeping sounds  
for up to five minutes (press any arrow button on the RC/GS  
to stop the alarm). If the auto-start condition still exists at the  
end of quiet time, the generator will start. The gen quiet  
period can be overridden by setting the Gen Quiet Begin and  
Gen Quiet End time to the same time.  
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System Status Displays  
Inverter  
Charge  
Batt. Full  
Error  
Genset Status:  
Gen Quiet Fault  
!
Buzzer sounds  
822-4A-001  
Red Error LED lights and error message  
appears in the screen  
Figure 4-5 Gen Quiet Fault Error Message  
Note: If the generator is manually started from the RC/GS, the  
generator will not shut down automatically. “Man Stop Only”  
(Figure 4-6) is displayed. Shut down the generator manually. See  
“Generator Start/Stop (RC/GS Only)” on page 44.  
Note: The Gen Quiet Fault error is not actually a system error or  
fault but rather an alert that the generator has stopped because of  
quiet time and an auto-start condition still exists.  
Genset Status:  
MAN STOP ONLY  
Figure 4-6 Manual Stop Only Message  
The Gen Quiet Fault error is automatically reset at the end of  
the quiet time period if no other action is taken.  
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Operation  
Inverter Mode Messages  
When the inverter is on (no AC present), it is either inverting  
or searching the AC output circuits for a load meeting the  
specifications set up in the Set Idle menu selection (see  
Figure 3-3 on page 13), if the search sense mode is selected.  
When the inverter is in the search sense mode, “Searching”  
appears in the screen and the Inverter LED will slowly flash.  
Inverter  
System Status:  
Charge  
Searching  
Batt. Full  
Error  
822-4A-001  
Green LED slowly flashes and  
“Searching” appears in the LCD  
Figure 4-7 Inverter in Search Mode  
When the inverter/charger is in the inverter mode (no AC  
available), “Inverting” appears in the screen and the green  
Inverter LED is on solid.  
Inverter  
System Status:  
Charge  
Inverting  
Batt. Full  
Error  
822-4A-001  
Green LED is on solid and  
“Inverting” appears in the LCD  
Figure 4-8 Inverter Mode  
Note: The Inverter LED flashes during the charge mode if the  
inverter is switched on. The Inverter LED turns off if the inverter  
is switched off.  
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System Status Displays  
Charger Mode Messages  
When AC (shore power or generator power) is available, the  
inverter/charger automatically switches to the charger mode.  
There are four separate charger modes: Bulk, Absorption,  
Float and Equalization. Refer to the inverter/charger Owner’s  
Manual for details on charger modes.  
Bulk Charging  
When the charger is charging in the Bulk mode, the screen  
displays “Bulk Charging” and the charge LED is on solid.  
Inverter  
System Status:  
Charge  
Bulk Charging  
Batt. Full  
Error  
Yellow Charge LED is on solid  
822-4A-001  
Figure 4-9 Bulk Charging Mode  
Absorption Charging  
When the charger is charging in the Absorption mode, the  
screen shows “Absorption Chg” and the Charge LED slowly  
flashes. In addition, the Batt. Full LED will start to flash  
when the battery reaches 90% state-of-charge (SOC)  
according to the inverter/charger’s estimate. The on duration  
of this LED increases as the battery SOC increases, and is on  
solid at 100% SOC.  
Inverter  
System Status:  
Absorption Chg  
Charge  
Batt. Full  
Error  
Charge LED slowly flashes. Batt Full LED flashes  
according to the SOC (between 90–100%).  
822-4A-001  
Figure 4-10 Absorption Charging Mode  
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Operation  
Float Charging  
When the charger is in the Float mode, the screen shows  
“Float Charging” and the Charge LED quickly flashes. At  
this point the batteries are fully charged (100%) and the Batt.  
Full LED is on solid.  
Inverter  
System Status:  
Charge  
Float Charging  
Batt. Full  
Error  
822-4A-001  
Charge LED quickly flashes. Batt Full LED is on solid.  
Figure 4-11 Float Charging Mode  
Equalizing Charging  
To activate the Equalize mode, press and hold the Settings  
button (right arrow) until the screen clears and “Equalizing”  
appears (approximately 6 seconds). The Charge LED will  
increase its flashing rate to approximately 8 flashes per  
second (flickering). The Equalize charge will continue for 3  
hours and then automatically change back to Float.  
To cancel Equalize mode, press and hold the Settings button  
for approximately 6 seconds. If Equalization is cancelled, the  
screen will indicate the System Status as Absorption chg for  
approximately 30 seconds before returning to Float charging.  
CAUTION  
Equalizing the batteries should only be done when the batteries are  
fully charged (i.e., from Float mode) and only on flooded lead acid  
or AGM batteries. Vent caps on batteries (lead acid only) should be  
removed prior to running the Equalize mode.  
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System Status Displays  
CAUTION  
Only flooded lead acid or AGM batteries should be equalize  
charged. Running an equalize charge on batteries other than flooded  
lead acid or AGM types could permanently damage them.  
CAUTION  
Do not attempt to remove vent caps on AGM batteries. Doing so  
may void the warranty.  
CAUTION  
All DC loads should be disconnected during the equalize charge  
period due to the higher voltage (more than 15 volts DC) applied to  
the batteries.  
Note: The equalizing mode is defeated if GEL cell is selected as  
the battery type.  
Inverter  
System Status:  
Charge  
Equalizing  
Batt. Full  
Error  
822-4A-001  
Charge LED quickly flashes (8 times per  
second). Batt Full LED is on solid.  
Figure 4-12 Equalizing Mode  
Inverter/Charger Error Messages  
Error messages appear when a fault is detected with either the  
inverter or charger. The red Error LED lights, and the buzzer  
sounds. Error messages for the inverter/charger display the  
error condition as well as a suggested remedy.  
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Operation  
Over Temperature  
The “Otemp/Less Load” System Status message indicates the  
inverter/charger transformer and power components have  
exceeded a safe operating temperature. Reduce the load on  
the inverter. When the unit cools, it automatically resets and  
resumes operation. If this condition occurs often, make sure  
the inverter is in a cool location, has adequate ventilation, and  
the cooling fan is operational.  
Inverter  
System Status:  
Charge  
Otemp/Less Load  
!
Batt. Full  
Error  
Remedy  
Error Condition  
Buzzer sounds  
822-4A-001  
Error LED ON  
Figure 4-13 Over-temperature Error Message  
Note: Press any arrow button to cancel the buzzer.  
Overload  
The “Overload” System Status message appears when the load  
on the inverter/charger exceeds the maximum power rating of  
the unit. Reduce the load and restart the inverter/charger by  
pressing the On/Off button on the RC/GS and RC7 twice.  
Inverter  
System Status:  
Charge  
Overload  
!
Batt. Full  
Error  
Error Condition  
Buzzer sounds (press  
822-4A-001  
arrow button to cancel)  
Error LED ON  
Figure 4-14 Overload Error Message  
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System Status Displays  
High Battery Voltage  
The “Hibat/Stop Chrg” System Status message appears when  
the battery voltage rises above 15.7 V. This condition usually  
occurs only when a charging source other than the RV Series  
Inverter/Charger is used to charge the battery bank. Switch  
off any charging sources other than the RV Series Inverter/  
Charger to allow the voltage level to drop. The inverter  
automatically resets and resumes operation when the battery  
voltage falls below 15.4 V.  
Inverter  
System Status:  
Charge  
Hibat/Stop Chrg  
!
Batt. Full  
Error  
Remedy  
Error Condition  
Buzzer sounds  
(press arrow  
822-4A-001  
Error LED ON  
button to cancel)  
Figure 4-15 High Battery Voltage Error Message  
Low Battery Voltage  
The “Lobat/Start Chrg” System Status message appears when  
the battery voltage drops below 10.5 volts. The red Error  
LED illuminates and the buzzer sounds. The inverter shuts  
off to prevent damage to the batteries. Provide an AC supply  
(such as shore power or a generator) to the inverter/charger to  
automatically start charging the batteries.  
Inverter  
System Status:  
Charge  
Lobat/Start Chrg  
!
Batt. Full  
Error  
Remedy  
Error Condition  
Buzzer sounds  
(press arrow  
822-4A-001  
Error LED ON  
button to cancel)  
Figure 4-16 Low Battery Voltage Error Message  
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Operation  
Charger Fault  
The “Charger Fault” System Status message appears when an  
internal error is detected in the inverter/charger during  
charging. In addition, the red Error LED is on and the buzzer  
sounds. After 15 minutes, the charge relay disconnects and  
the inverter section shuts down. The screen shows “System  
Status: Overload.”  
This fault indicates a hardware failure in the charger circuitry  
of the inverter/charger. If this message appears, contact  
Xantrex or the nearest Service Center.  
Inverter  
System Status:  
Charge  
Charger Fault  
!
Batt. Full  
Error  
Error Condition  
Buzzer sounds  
(press arrow  
822-4A-001  
Error LED ON  
button to cancel)  
Figure 4-17 Charger Fault Error Message  
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System Status Displays  
Meters Display  
The RC/GS and RC7 have built-in meters that monitor  
inverter/charger activities. To view these meters, press and  
hold the Meter Mode button (up arrow) for five seconds until  
the screen clears. Use the down arrow button to scroll  
through the meter displays. The information contained in  
these displays can be useful for troubleshooting the system.  
Menu Item  
Meter Mode button  
Meter Mode  
Setup  
Figure 4-18 Meter Mode Button  
Average Shunt Amps  
This meter displays the averaged current flowing through the  
internal shunt to and from the batteries. The inverter/charger  
must be wired correctly for the internal shunt to work (see the  
RV Series Inverter/Charger Owner’s Manual for more  
information). If more than one inverter/charger is used, an  
external shunt connected in the main line between the battery  
negative and the green inverter chassis ground terminal is  
required.  
Avg Shunt Amps:  
+/- 0 Amps DC  
Battery Voltage  
This meter displays the current battery voltage level. Use this  
meter to check the condition of the batteries or monitor the  
levels under load.  
Battery:  
00.0 Volts DC  
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Operation  
Inverter/Charger Current  
This meter displays the actual DC current supplied to the  
batteries when the RV Series Inverter/Charger is charging (+)  
and current drawn from the batteries when the inverter/  
charger is inverting (–).  
Inv/Chg Current:  
+/- 0 Amps DC  
AC Output Voltage  
This meter displays the actual inverter AC output voltage  
measured at the AC output. When in the charger mode (or  
when the inverter is off), the meter will read “0 VAC.” When  
the inverter is on, “< 40 VAC” appears if Set Idle is set to  
anything other than “Defeat.”  
Inverter Output:  
0 VAC  
AC Input Amps  
This meter displays the actual AC current (in amps) flowing  
through the inverter’s AC input hot 1 terminal when an AC  
source is connected.  
AC Input:  
1 Amps AC  
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System Status Displays  
System Status Messages  
After installing the RC/GS and RC7, the LCD screen displays  
operating system status messages which is the default screen  
after exiting all other setting or meter functions. Operating  
parameters include Battery State-of-charge and Set  
Shorepower. The Gen Start-Stop switch is also available from  
these displays.  
Press the down arrow to scroll through each display. When  
the last menu item is reached, the screen returns to the first  
menu item.  
Battery State of Charge  
This meter displays a bar graph representing the estimated  
state-of-charge (SOC) of the battery or battery bank. The  
SOC is based on the estimated battery capacity. Since  
discharging the batteries to less than one half of their amp-  
hour capacity may damage the batteries, the meter estimates  
the 0% SOC and protects the batteries from over discharge.  
Batt State of Chg:  
E
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Operation  
Set Shore Power  
This display has the same function as “Set Shore Power” on  
page 15. You can set the shore power input (from 5 to 30  
amps) so the total current draw from the charger does not  
exceed the circuit breaker rating, to provide the maximum  
current to the AC loads. Use the Settings button to change  
this setting to match the circuit breaker rating of the AC  
power source.  
Set Shore Power:  
5 Amps  
Set Shore Power:  
30 Amps  
Generator Start/Stop (RC/GS Only)  
The generator can be manually started or stopped from this  
display by pressing the On/Off button on the RC/GS front  
panel.  
Note: Starting the generator from this display overrides all auto-  
start/stop function and displays “MAN STOP ONLY” on the User  
Status menu. Manually stopping the generator sets the Generator  
Start setting to Manual (Push On), disabling any automatic start  
settings.  
On / Off  
Gen Start/Stop:  
Press (ON/OFF)  
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Storage Checklist  
Storage Checklist  
Proper storage procedures extend the life of the batteries and  
ensure that your vehicle’s power system is ready for  
operation when needed. The following checklist is for  
battery-related storage activities.  
Preparation for Storage  
Check that all batteries are fully charged.  
Disable the Auto Gen Start feature (RC/GS only).  
Configure the RV to the correct shore service settings.  
Connect the shore power cord to a live outlet (confirm it  
is live).  
Switch the RV Series Inverter/Charger off using the  
remote On/Off button (charger only mode).  
Switch off all unnecessary AC and DC loads.  
WARNING  
Never store your vehicle indoors with the Auto Gen Start feature  
enabled. The generator produces dangerous fumes when it is  
running.  
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Operation  
RC/GS and RC7 Users Menu Summary  
System Status Messages  
AC Source  
Inverter Mode  
Charger Mode  
Error Mode  
System Status: System Status: System Status: System Status:  
Waiting for AC Searching Bulk Charging Otemp/Less Load  
System Status: System Status: System Status: System Status:  
AC Available  
Inverting  
Absorption Chrg Overload  
System Status: System Status:  
Float Charging  
Hi Bat/Stop Chrg  
System Status: System Status:  
Equalizing  
Lo Bat/Start Chrg  
System Status:  
Charger Fault  
Generator Status Messages (RC/GS Only)  
AC Source  
Inverter Mode  
Charger Mode  
Error Mode  
Genset Status:  
Pending Genstart MAN STOP ONLY  
Genset Status:  
Genset Status:  
Gen Wont Start  
Genset Status:  
Pending Gen Stop  
Genset Status:  
Gen Quiet Fault  
Genset Status:  
Cranking Genset  
Genset Status:  
Starter Cooldown  
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RC/GS and RC7 Users Menu Summary  
System Status Display  
Batt State of Charge:  
E --------- F  
Set Shore Power:  
x.x Amps  
Gen Start/Stop:  
Press (ON/OFF)* *RC/GS only  
Meters Display  
Avg Shunt Amps:  
+/- 0 Amps DC  
Battery:  
00.0 Volts DC  
Inv/Chg Current:  
+/- 0 Amps DC  
Inverter Output:  
VAC 0  
AC Input:  
0 Amps AC  
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Information  
Warranty  
What does this warranty cover? This Limited Warranty is provided by Xantrex  
Technology Inc. ("Xantrex") and covers defects in workmanship and materials in your  
RC7 or RC/GS Remote Control. This warranty period lasts for 36 months from the date of  
purchase at the point of sale to you, the original end user customer. You require proof of  
purchase to make warranty claims.  
This Limited Warranty is transferable to subsequent owners but only for the unexpired  
portion of the Warranty Period. Subsequent owners also require proof of purchase.  
What will Xantrex do? Xantrex will, at its option, repair or replace the defective  
product free of charge, provided that you notify Xantrex of the product defect within the  
Warranty Period, and provided that Xantrex through inspection establishes the existence  
of such a defect and that it is covered by this Limited Warranty.  
Xantrex will, at its option, use new and/or reconditioned parts in performing warranty  
repair and building replacement products. Xantrex reserves the right to use parts or  
products of original or improved design in the repair or replacement. If Xantrex repairs or  
replaces a product, its warranty continues for the remaining portion of the original  
Warranty Period or 90 days from the date of the return shipment to the customer,  
whichever is greater. All replaced products and all parts removed from repaired products  
become the property of Xantrex.  
Xantrex covers both parts and labor necessary to repair the product, and return shipment to  
the customer via a Xantrex-selected non-expedited surface freight within the contiguous  
United States and Canada. Alaska and Hawaii are excluded. Contact Xantrex Customer  
Service for details on freight policy for return shipments outside of the contiguous United  
States and Canada.  
How do you get service? If your product requires troubleshooting or warranty service,  
contact your merchant. If you are unable to contact your merchant, or the merchant is  
unable to provide service, contact Xantrex directly at:  
Telephone: 1 800 670 0707 (toll free North America)  
1 360 925 5097 (direct)  
Fax:  
1 360 925 5143 (direct)  
Email:  
Direct returns may be performed according to the Xantrex Return Material Authorization  
Policy described in your product manual. For some products, Xantrex maintains a network  
of regional Authorized Service Centers. Call Xantrex or check our website to see if your  
product can be repaired at one of these facilities.  
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What proof of purchase is required? In any warranty claim, dated proof of purchase  
must accompany the product and the product must not have been disassembled or  
modified without prior written authorization by Xantrex.  
Proof of purchase may be in any one of the following forms:  
The dated purchase receipt from the original purchase of the product at point of sale to  
the end user, or  
The dated dealer invoice or purchase receipt showing original equipment  
manufacturer (OEM) status, or  
The dated invoice or purchase receipt showing the product exchanged under warranty  
What does this warranty not cover? This Limited Warranty does not cover normal  
wear and tear of the product or costs related to the removal, installation, or troubleshooting  
of the customer's electrical systems. This warranty does not apply to and Xantrex will not  
be responsible for any defect in or damage to:  
a) the product if it has been misused, neglected, improperly installed, physically  
damaged or altered, either internally or externally, or damaged from improper use or  
use in an unsuitable environment;  
b) the product if it has been subjected to fire, water, generalized corrosion, biological  
infestations, or input voltage that creates operating conditions beyond the maximum or  
minimum limits listed in the Xantrex product specifications including high input volt-  
age from generators and lightning strikes;  
c) the product if repairs have been done to it other than by Xantrex or its authorized ser-  
vice centers (hereafter "ASCs");  
d) the product if it is used as a component part of a product expressly warranted by  
another manufacturer;  
e) the product if its original identification (trade-mark, serial number) markings have  
been defaced, altered, or removed.  
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Disclaimer  
Product  
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY PROVIDED BY  
XANTREX IN CONNECTION WITH YOUR XANTREX PRODUCT AND IS, WHERE  
PERMITTED BY LAW, IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, CONDITIONS,  
GUARANTEES, REPRESENTATIONS, OBLIGATIONS AND LIABILITIES, EXPRESS OR  
IMPLIED, STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE IN CONNECTION WITH THE PRODUCT,  
HOWEVER ARISING (WHETHER BY CONTRACT, TORT, NEGLIGENCE, PRINCIPLES OF  
MANUFACTURER'S LIABILITY, OPERATION OF LAW, CONDUCT, STATEMENT OR  
OTHERWISE), INCLUDING WITHOUT RESTRICTION ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OR  
CONDITION OF QUALITY, MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR  
PURPOSE. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A  
PARTICULAR PURPOSE TO THE EXTENT REQUIRED UNDER APPLICABLE LAW TO  
APPLY TO THE PRODUCT SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE PERIOD  
STIPULATED UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY.  
IN NO EVENT WILL XANTREX BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL  
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, LOSSES, COSTS OR EXPENSES HOWEVER ARISING  
WHETHER IN CONTRACT OR TORT INCLUDING WITHOUT RESTRICTION ANY  
ECONOMIC LOSSES OF ANY KIND, ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE TO PROPERTY, ANY  
PERSONAL INJURY, ANY DAMAGE OR INJURY ARISING FROM OR AS A RESULT OF  
MISUSE OR ABUSE, OR THE INCORRECT INSTALLATION, INTEGRATION OR  
OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT.  
Exclusions  
If this product is a consumer product, federal law does not allow an exclusion of implied  
warranties. To the extent you are entitled to implied warranties under federal law, to the  
extent permitted by applicable law they are limited to the duration of this Limited  
Warranty. Some states and provinces do not allow limitations or exclusions on implied  
warranties or on the duration of an implied warranty or on the limitation or exclusion of  
incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation(s) or exclusion(s) may not  
apply to you. This Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other  
rights which may vary from state to state or province to province.  
Warning: Limitations On Use  
Please refer to your product manual for limitations on uses of the product.  
SPECIFICALLY, PLEASE NOTE THAT THE RC7 AND RC/GS REMOTE CONTROL  
SHOULD NOT BE USED IN CONNECTION WITH LIFE SUPPORT SYSTEMS OR OTHER  
MEDICAL EQUIPMENT OR DEVICES. WITHOUT LIMITING THE GENERALITY OF THE  
FOREGOING, XANTREX MAKES NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES REGARDING  
THE USE OF THE XANTREX RC7 AND RC/GS REMOTE CONTROL IN CONNECTION  
WITH LIFE SUPPORT SYSTEMS OR OTHER MEDICAL EQUIPMENT OR DEVICES.  
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Return Material Authorization Policy  
Before returning a product directly to Xantrex you must obtain a Return Material  
Authorization (RMA) number and the correct factory "Ship To" address. Products must  
also be shipped prepaid. Product shipments will be refused and returned at your expense if  
they are unauthorized, returned without an RMA number clearly marked on the outside of  
the shipping box, if they are shipped collect, or if they are shipped to the wrong location.  
When you contact Xantrex to obtain service, please have your instruction manual ready  
for reference and be prepared to supply:  
The serial number of your product  
Information about the installation and use of the unit  
A copy of your dated proof of purchase  
Record these details in “Information About Your System” on page 54.  
Return Procedure  
1. Package the unit safely, preferably using the original box and packing materials.  
Please ensure that your product is shipped fully insured in the original packaging or  
equivalent. This warranty will not apply where the product is damaged due to  
improper packaging.  
2. Include the following:  
The RMA number supplied by Xantrex Technology Inc. clearly marked on the  
outside of the box.  
A return address where the unit can be shipped. Post office boxes are not  
acceptable.  
A contact telephone number where you can be reached during work hours.  
A brief description of the problem.  
3. Ship the unit prepaid to the address provided by your Xantrex customer service  
representative.  
If you are returning a product from outside of the USA or Canada In addition to the  
above, you MUST include return freight funds and are fully responsible for all documents,  
duties, tariffs, and deposits.  
If you are returning a product to a Xantrex Authorized Service Center (ASC) A  
Xantrex return material authorization (RMA) number is not required. However, you must  
contact the ASC prior to returning the product or presenting the unit to verify any return  
procedures that may apply to that particular facility.  
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Out of Warranty Service  
If the warranty period for your RC7 or RC/GS Remote Control has expired, if the unit was  
damaged by misuse or incorrect installation, if other conditions of the warranty have not  
been met, or if no dated proof of purchase is available, your unit may be serviced or  
replaced for a flat fee.  
To return your RC7 or RC/GS Remote Control for out of warranty service, contact  
Xantrex Customer Service for a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number and follow  
the other steps outlined in “Return Procedure” on page 52.  
Payment options such as credit card or money order will be explained by the Customer  
Service Representative. In cases where the minimum flat fee does not apply, as with  
incomplete units or units with excessive damage, an additional fee will be charged. If  
applicable, you will be contacted by Customer Service once your unit has been received.  
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Information About Your System  
As soon as you open your RC/GS Remote Control package, record the following  
information and be sure to keep your proof of purchase.  
_______________________________  
_______________________________  
_______________________________  
Serial Number  
Purchased From  
Purchase Date  
If you need to contact Customer Service, please record the following details before  
calling. This information will help our representatives give you better service.  
Type of installation [e.g.  
_________________________________  
RV, truck, vehicle, home]  
Length of time remote and  
_________________________________  
_________________________________  
_________________________________  
inverter have been installed  
Battery/battery bank size  
DC wiring size and length  
Warning, Error or Panel  
_________________________________  
Fault Message  
Appliances operating when  
_________________________________  
_________________________________  
problem occurred  
Description of problem  
______________________________________________________________  
______________________________________________________________  
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Xantrex Technology Inc.  
1 800 670 0707 Tel toll free NA  
1 360 925 5097 Tel direct  
1 360 925 5143 Fax direct  
customerservice@xantrex.com  
Printed in China  
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