Operation using the lcd gui, 1 start-up, 2 language selection – Alpha Technologies Cordex Controller Ver.3.1x User Manual

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Tap Home page Icon

Make language selec-

tion

Figure 9 — Language selection on home page

4.2 Language Selection

The user can select English, or Chinese characters for the display of text labels and messages. Lan-

guage files can be uploaded via web interface. The CXC can be set up for a maximum of three language

files (two default plus one other) at one time pending availability.
Tap the Home page icon at the lower left of the home page and select language from the pop-up window

shown in the following figure:

4. Operation using the LCD GUI

This chapter briefly describes operation with an LCD interface. The following steps are a summary of

operating procedures on start up. The sections that follow expand on each of the steps

1. Initiate the startup routine by applying power to the CXC. (Close the battery breaker or close the

converter and rectifier input and output breakers.)

2. The CXC performs a short self-test as it boots up. The scrolling pattern of the LEDs indicates activity.

Alarm alerts are normal. Wait for the self-test to finish.

3. Check and adjust the alarms and control levels in the CXC submenus.
4. Check and adjust the group settings in the CONVERTERS and RECTIFIERS submenus. Parameters

to be adjusted include float, equalize voltage, etc.

5. Verify the relevant COMMUNICATIONS settings.
6. Program the CXC relevant TEMP COMP and AUTO EQUALIZE settings.
7. Test the relevant relay OUTPUT ALARM\CONTROLS such as Major Alarm, CEMF, etc.

4.1 Start-up

When the CXC is powered-up or reset, it performs a 15 second self-test before displaying the Cordex

logo and identification messages. The three front-panel LEDs illuminate temporarily, and then extinguish.
The Graphical User Interface (GUI) then displays system status information. Tap the active areas shown

in the following screenshot of the home page. Use a stylus pen to activate navigate through the touch

sensitive screens.

Figure 8 — CXC home page

Mode Status

Rectifiers Information

Converter Report can also be ac-

cessed via this active area

Alarm condition icon

Priority icon

Software Version (reporting)

Home Page Icon, tap to login

Analog Signals Display

Current Alarms

Date and Time