Outback Fx and genny input [RE-wrenches]

[Christopher Freitas - OutBack Power]

keith wrote:
> Does the Outback FX series have a generator input- auto start feature as 
> of yet?

Yes - all of the OutBack inverters include both an AC input for either 
grid OR generator power sources and a automatic generator start system. 
We do not have dual inputs like the old SW series if that was the 
question. If you have both grid and a generator than an external manual 
or automatic AC transfer switch is required. We do have separate 
programmable AC input setpoints in the inverter for Grid and Gen sources 
- but you need to manually tell the MATE which source you are using 
(requires hitting three keys on the MATE from anywhere in the menu 
system > "AC IN" "Grid or Gen" and then "OK" to return to the same 
screen you were on previously).     

The AC transfer switch in the FX and VFX inverters is rated at 60 amps @ 
120 VAC per inverter.  When you parallel two inverters it increase to a 
total AC pass through capability of 100 amps @ 120 VAC.  With four 
inverters in a series/parallel configuration it is 100 amps @ 240 VAC 
total.  

The automatic generator start system in the FX and VFX inverters 
provides a 12 vdc output signal on the terminals marked AUX OUTPUT when 
the battery voltage hits the adjustable setpoints for an adjustable time 
delay period.  This system can be used with any two wire (auto cranking) 
type generator.  Typically you will need to add a small signal relay 
that is closed by the 12 vdc signal.  For a three wire type generator 
you will need to add a "2 to 3 wire adapter" of which several models are 
available.  

You can also use this generator start system as a "semi-automatic" 
generator start system as well.  You simple connect a bright red 12 vdc 
LED indicator to the AUX output terminals and mount it in a noticeable 
location in the residence.  Tell them that when the red light is on they 
need to conserve power or start the generator.  When the red light goes 
off they can shut off the generator.     

As I mentioned previously, we will be adding a number of additional 
features to the automatic generator start system soon - this "advanced" 
gen start system will require the MATE system controller and display and 
is reverse compatible with all of the previous inverter software 
revisions we have shipped.  

Christopher Freitas
OutBack Power Systems, Inc.
cfreitas at outbackpower.com  www.outbackpower.com
Tel 360 435 6030  Arlington WA USA

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