Outback Power Systems GFX International Series Operators Manual - Manual (Page 10)

Introduction
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System Display and Controller
The GFX inverters have no external controls. They can operate normally without an external control or
interface. Basic modes and settings are pre-programmed at the factory. (See page 47 for default
settings.)
The MATE and MATE2 System Display and Controller (sold separately) are OutBack products designed
to accommodate programming and monitoring of an OutBack power system.
The MATE3 System Display and Controller (also sold separately) is an advanced system display that
can interface with the GFX inverter. It has a simpler user interface and more options than the MATE or
MATE2. It also has data logging and Web interface functions.
Each system display provides the means to adjust the factory default settings to correctly match the
installation where needed. It also provides the means to monitor system performance and
troubleshoot fault or shutdown conditions.
Once settings are modified, the system display can be removed from the installation. The settings are
stored in the nonvolatile memory of the GFX inverter. However, it is highly recommended to include a
system display as part of the system. This provides the means to monitor system performance and
respond quickly should it be necessary to correct a fault or shutdown condition.
The MATE3’s Configuration Wizard is capable of automatically configuring inverters to a series of
preset values. This is often more efficient than attempting to manually program each setting in each
inverter. Affected fields include system type, battery charging, and AC source configuration. (For
more information, see the MATE3 Owner’s Manual).
IMPORTANT:
Some functions are not based in the inverter, but are part of the system
display’s firmware. They will not function if the system display is removed.
These functions are listed on page 30. For a detailed description of functions
and programming, please see the manual for the system display.
Figure 2 MATE3 and MATE System Display and Controller
MATE
MATE3