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For the latest product details, installation and operation manuals, visit the Discover Battery website [[https:// | For the latest product details, installation and operation manuals, visit the Discover Battery website [[https:// | ||
- | **1. Introduction** | + | ===== 1. Introduction |
The Discover AES LiFePO4 Battery includes a Battery Management System (BMS) within each battery pack. The BMS interfaces with the Victron GX device and can support multiple batteries connected in parallel. | The Discover AES LiFePO4 Battery includes a Battery Management System (BMS) within each battery pack. The BMS interfaces with the Victron GX device and can support multiple batteries connected in parallel. | ||
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**NOTE:** In a Victron networked system the charging variables will be managed automatically by the AES battery BMS and the Venus GX / Color Control GX device. Discharging variables are managed by the set up of the Victron inverter. | **NOTE:** In a Victron networked system the charging variables will be managed automatically by the AES battery BMS and the Venus GX / Color Control GX device. Discharging variables are managed by the set up of the Victron inverter. | ||
- | **2. Documentation** | + | ===== 2. Documentation |
Victron Energy Reference Documents: | Victron Energy Reference Documents: | ||
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**Failure to follow these instructions can damage equipment** | **Failure to follow these instructions can damage equipment** | ||
- | **3. Overview** | + | ===== 3. Overview |
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+ | ==== 3.1 System Overview ==== | ||
- | **3.1 System Overview** | ||
The AES LYNK Communication Gateway unlocks the full potential of a Discover AES LiFePO4 Battery by enabling the internal Battery Management System (BMS) to optimize the charge and discharge configurations of the world’s best inverter chargers and solar charge controller systems in a closed loop configuration. | The AES LYNK Communication Gateway unlocks the full potential of a Discover AES LiFePO4 Battery by enabling the internal Battery Management System (BMS) to optimize the charge and discharge configurations of the world’s best inverter chargers and solar charge controller systems in a closed loop configuration. | ||
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To connect with the communication network of a specific brand of inverter charger or solar charge controller, the LYNK Communication Gateway requires an AES LYNK Edge Card with the appropriate communication port. | To connect with the communication network of a specific brand of inverter charger or solar charge controller, the LYNK Communication Gateway requires an AES LYNK Edge Card with the appropriate communication port. | ||
- | **3.2 Minimum Battery Capacity** | + | ==== 3.2 Minimum Battery Capacity |
Battery charge and discharge rates are managed automatically by the AES LiFePO4 Battery and Victron CCGX device. Using very large solar arrays with battery banks that are too small can exceed the operating limits of the battery to charge and possibly lead to the BMS triggering over-current protection. Battery capacity must be sized to accept the maximum charge current of the system, or the the charging devices must be curtailed to charge below the operating limit of the installed batteries. This value is derived by adding together the charge capacities of all inverter/ | Battery charge and discharge rates are managed automatically by the AES LiFePO4 Battery and Victron CCGX device. Using very large solar arrays with battery banks that are too small can exceed the operating limits of the battery to charge and possibly lead to the BMS triggering over-current protection. Battery capacity must be sized to accept the maximum charge current of the system, or the the charging devices must be curtailed to charge below the operating limit of the installed batteries. This value is derived by adding together the charge capacities of all inverter/ | ||
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*92% Efficiency at 24V | *92% Efficiency at 24V | ||
- | **4 Configuring Victron Products** | + | ===== 4 Configuring Victron Products |
- | + | ||
- | **4.1 VE.Configure Settings** | + | |
- | You will need the latest firmware on all connected | + | |
+ | ==== 4.1 Powering Up Equipment ==== | ||
+ | |||
+ | * Make sure none of the Discover AES communication cables are installed. | ||
+ | * Connect MultiPlus/ | ||
+ | * Connect | ||
+ | * Turn ON the Discover AES Battery press and hold switch on the battery/ | ||
+ | * Turn on Multi/ | ||
+ | If this is the initial set up of the MultiPlus or Quattro apply power to Victron Equipment and update firmware to the devices | ||
+ | |||
+ | * MultiPlus / Quattro - version 459 or later. | ||
+ | * GX device to include Color Control/ Venus/ | ||
+ | * VE.Direct MPPT - version 1.42 or later. | ||
+ | |||
+ | This will also presume the VE Bus has already set up if required, such as: | ||
+ | * Dual Phase/Split Phase 180 degrees out | ||
+ | * 3 Phase | ||
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+ | ==== 4.2 VE.Configure Settings ==== | ||
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+ | This section presumes familiarity with VEConfigure software. These settings are for an off-grid application. These parameters once set will become the default values used if communication with the AES battery is interrupted for some reason. During normal operation the charge characteristics are governed automatically by the CCGX via DVCC, with instructions from the connected AES battery. However it is necessary to set the discharging parameters for DC input low shut-down found under the Inverter Tab. After setting the parameters, ‘send’ all parameters to the inverter and CCGX. Restart the CCGX after completion. | ||
+ | |||
+ | Also keep in mind the settings below are for 1 unit only. If the system is a multiple inverter/ | ||
^ General Tab ^44-24-2800 ^42-48-6650^ | ^ General Tab ^44-24-2800 ^42-48-6650^ | ||
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**NOTE:** Confirm the Float Voltage after completing the installation of any Victron ‘Assistants’, | **NOTE:** Confirm the Float Voltage after completing the installation of any Victron ‘Assistants’, | ||
- | **4.2 VE.Direct MPPT Settings** | + | ==== 4.3 VE.Direct MPPT Settings |
During normal operation the MPPT charge characteristics are governed by the CCGX via DVCC, with instructions from the connected AES battery. | During normal operation the MPPT charge characteristics are governed by the CCGX via DVCC, with instructions from the connected AES battery. | ||
- | The settings below are precautionary. This section presumes familiarity with VictronConnect (Bluetooth App) used to configure, monitor and diagnose Victron MPPT products which feature Blue-tooth, or are equipped with a VE.Direct Port. | + | The settings below are precautionary. This section presumes familiarity with VictronConnect (Bluetooth App) used to configure, monitor and diagnose Victron MPPT products which feature Blue-tooth, or are equipped with a VE.Direct Port. |
+ | **NOTE:** VE.Can MPPTs cannot be used and are not yet supported | ||
+ | |||
+ | The max charge current is dictated by the size of MPPTs installed. If multiple MPPTs are installed verify all combined controllers would not exceed the battery limit. | ||
^MPPT Charge Controller Settings ^44-24-2800 ^42-48-6650^ | ^MPPT Charge Controller Settings ^44-24-2800 ^42-48-6650^ | ||
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period of time may be required to compensate for multiple batteries to achieve a smooth completion of charge. | period of time may be required to compensate for multiple batteries to achieve a smooth completion of charge. | ||
- | **5. Installing LYNK and Connecting LYNK to the Victron Network** | + | Turn OFF all Victron equipment. Turn OFF the Discover AES Battery press and hold switch on the battery/ |
- | **5.1 Installing the LYNK Edge Card** | + | ===== 5. Installing LYNK and Connecting LYNK to the Victron Network ===== |
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+ | ==== 5.1 Installing the LYNK Edge Card ==== | ||
The LYNK Edge Card for Victron is a Slot 0 Type which only inserts into the left side slot on the bottom of the LYNK Communication Gateway. | The LYNK Edge Card for Victron is a Slot 0 Type which only inserts into the left side slot on the bottom of the LYNK Communication Gateway. | ||
+ | {{: | ||
**NOTE:** The LYNK Edge Card type to be used is determine by the brand of power conversion equipment. | **NOTE:** The LYNK Edge Card type to be used is determine by the brand of power conversion equipment. | ||
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* If LYNK Edge Card is not firmly seated, it will not function. | * If LYNK Edge Card is not firmly seated, it will not function. | ||
- | **5.2 Connecting | + | Choose a clean, dry, easily accessible indoor location. All the communication ports on the LYNK are accessible from the bottom of the device when mounted on a wall or DIN rail. Clearance of at least 50 mm (2 inches) below the device is needed |
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+ | With LYNK disconnected from all devices remove cover and insert the LYNK Edge Card in the correct slot. This card has a RJ45 terminal built into the card. Ensure it is firmly seated into the internal connecting slot. Replace with provided slotted Edge Card cover after mounting LYNK Edge Card. | ||
Install and network the AES LiFePO4 batteries as described in the 805-0015 AES LiFePO4 Battery Manual. Connect the AES LYNK Communication Gateway to the AES LIFePO4 Battery and power up as described in the 805-0017 LYNK Communication Gateway Users Manual. | Install and network the AES LiFePO4 batteries as described in the 805-0015 AES LiFePO4 Battery Manual. Connect the AES LYNK Communication Gateway to the AES LIFePO4 Battery and power up as described in the 805-0017 LYNK Communication Gateway Users Manual. | ||
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to AEBus. | to AEBus. | ||
- | **5.3 Connecting LYNK to the Victron Network** | + | ==== 5.2 Connecting LYNK to the Victron Network |
- | Before connecting LYNK to the Victron Network ensure that the firmware for all Victron devices is up to date. | + | Before connecting LYNK to the Victron Network ensure that the firmware for all Victron devices is up to date. |
- | * MultiPlus / Quattro - version 459 or later. | + | |
- | * CCGX / Venus GX - version 2.32 or later. | + | |
- | * VE.Direct MPPT - version 1.42 or later. | + | |
- | **NOTE: | + | Insert one end of a CAT5 communication cable into the LYNK Edge Card port and the other end into one of the two VE.Can ports on the back of the Color Control GX (CCGX). Use the terminator provided with the CCGX to terminate the network by plugging it into the second VE.Can port. See diagram below. |
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+ | {{ : | ||
+ | **NOTE: | ||
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+ | ===== 6. System Set Up ===== | ||
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+ | ==== 6.1 Synchronizing the Victron System with the AES Battery ==== | ||
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+ | * Turn the Discover AES battery to ON press and hold switch on the battery/ | ||
+ | * Turn on all Victron equipment. | ||
+ | |||
+ | Through the VRM or a physical CCGX access the System Setup menu in the Remote Console. Scroll down to select each item and then set as indicated. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ;#; | ||
+ | * **Select “CAN-bus (1)”** | ||
+ | ;#; | ||
+ | {{ : | ||
- | Insert one end of a CAT5 communication cable into the LYNK Edge Card port and the other end into one of the two VE.Can ports on the back of the Color Control GX (CCGX). Use the terminator provided with the CCGX to terminate the network by plugging it into the second | + | ;#; |
+ | *** Select “CAN-bus Profile” to edit** | ||
+ | ;#; | ||
+ | {{ : | ||
+ | |||
+ | ** | ||
+ | **;#; | ||
+ | *** Within | ||
+ | ;#; | ||
+ | **** | ||
+ | {{ : | ||
- | Using the CCGX navigate from the Device List > Settings > Services > Can-bus Profile and select VE.Can | + | ;#; |
+ | ** * “VE CAN-bus & CAN-bus BMS (250 kbit/s)” should appear on the “CAN-bus(1) menu** | ||
+ | ;#; | ||
+ | {{ : | ||
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**NOTE:** Battery Low Voltage value displayed is the BMS value, the actual discharge voltage limit is governed by the DC input low shut-down setting. | **NOTE:** Battery Low Voltage value displayed is the BMS value, the actual discharge voltage limit is governed by the DC input low shut-down setting. | ||
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- | **6. System Set Up** | ||
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- | **6.1 Synchronizing the Victron System with the AES Battery** | ||
Once the VE.Can and CAN-bus bit rate is set, communication of the AES battery parameters will be automatic. | Once the VE.Can and CAN-bus bit rate is set, communication of the AES battery parameters will be automatic. | ||
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During normal operation, the charge parameter limits are set by the BMS of the AES battery and communicated through the system by the CCGX to the inverter/ | During normal operation, the charge parameter limits are set by the BMS of the AES battery and communicated through the system by the CCGX to the inverter/ | ||
- | To optimize performance of a Victron system | + | Navigate from the Device List screen > Settings > System Setup> |
+ | From the System Setup menu scroll down to select each item and verify | ||
- | Navigate from the Device List screen > Settings > System Setup. | + | * DVCC - Distributed Voltage and Current Control is forced “ON” |
- | From the System Setup menu scroll down to select each item and then set as indicated. | + | Within |
- | * Battery Monitor: DISCOVER on CAN-bus | + | * Limit Charge |
- | * DVCC - Distributed Voltage and Current | + | |
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- | * Limit charge current: | + | |
* Max charge current: Installed number of AES batteries x (42-48-6650: | * Max charge current: Installed number of AES batteries x (42-48-6650: | ||
- | + | * SVS - Shared voltage sense: Forced “OFF” | |
- | (7) SVS should be set to OFF (there have been instances of conflict reported by Victron Support when SVS is set to ON and used with a Lithium BMS). | + | * STS - Shared temperature sense: Forced “OFF” |
+ | * SCS - Shared Current Sense: ' | ||
+ | * SCS Status - Should show " | ||
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(8) Limit charge current works across the whole system. MPPTs are automatically prioritized over the mains. In case the AES BMS requests a maximum charge current that is different from the user-configurable setting, the lower of the two will be used. | (8) Limit charge current works across the whole system. MPPTs are automatically prioritized over the mains. In case the AES BMS requests a maximum charge current that is different from the user-configurable setting, the lower of the two will be used. | ||
+ | **NOTE:** To avoid conflicting network information and data, do not use a Victron BMV battery monitor when using AES LYNK Communication Gateway. | ||
- | **NOTE:** To avoid conflicting network information and data, do not use a Victron BMV battery monitor when using AES LYNK Communication Gateway. | + | ** ;#; |
+ | * Reboot the GX device after completion of all steps | ||
+ | ;#; | ||
+ | ** | ||
+ | {{ : | ||
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