MPPT Solar controller

User Manual

Model：
Tracer6210AN
Tracer5415AN/Tracer6415AN
Tracer8415AN/Tracer10415AN
Tracer5420AN/Tracer6420AN
Tracer8420AN/Tracer10420AN
 Contents
Important Safety Instructions........................................................................................ 1

1 General Information .................................................................................................. 2

1.1 Overview .................................................................................................................................. 2

1.2 Characteristics.......................................................................................................................... 3

1.3 Naming rules ............................................................................................................................ 4

2 Installation ................................................................................................................ 5

2.1 Attentions ................................................................................................................................. 5

2.2 Requirements for the PV array ................................................................................................. 5

2.3 Wire size................................................................................................................................... 9

2.4 Dry contact instruction ............................................................................................................ 10

2.5 Mounting ................................................................................................................................. 11

3 Operation................................................................................................................ 15

3.1 Indicator.................................................................................................................................. 15

3.2 Buttons ................................................................................................................................... 15

3.3 LCD Display ........................................................................................................................... 16

3.4 Setting .................................................................................................................................... 17

4 Others .................................................................................................................... 21

4.1 Protections ............................................................................................................................. 21

4.2 Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................... 22

4.3 Maintenance ........................................................................................................................... 23

5 Specifications ......................................................................................................... 24

Appendix 1 Dimensions ............................................................................................. 29

Important Safety Instructions

Please reserve this manual for future review.

This manual contains all safety, installation, and operation instructions for the Tracer-AN series MPPT
solar controller ("controller" referred to in this manual).
 Read all the instructions and warnings carefully in the manual before installation.

 No user-serviceable components inside the controller; please do not disassemble or attempt to

repair the controller.

 Mount the controller indoors. Avoid exposure to the components and do not allow water to enter the
controller.

 Install the controller in a well-ventilated place; the controller's heat sink may become very hot during
operation.

 It is suggested to install appropriate external fuses/breakers.

 Make sure to switch off all PV array connections and the battery fuse/breakers before controller
installation and adjustment.

 Power connections must remain tight to avoid excessive heating from a loose connection.

 The entire system should be installed by professional and technical personnel.

Explanation of symbols

 To enable users to use the product efficiently and ensure personal and property safety, please read
related literature accompanying the following symbols.

 Please read the literature accompanying the following symbols.

Symbol Definition

TIP TIP: Indicates any practical advice for reference.

IMPORTANT: Indicates a critical tip during the operation, if ignored, may cause the
device to run in error.

CAUTION: Indicates potential hazards, if not avoided, may cause the device
damaged.

WARNING: Indicates the danger of electric shock, if not avoided, would cause
casualties.

WARNING HOT SURFACE: Indicates the risk of high temperature, if not avoided,
would cause scalds.

Read the user manual carefully before any operation.

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1 General Information
1.1 Overview

Based on multiphase synchronous rectification technology(MSRT) and advanced MPPT control algorithm,
adopt dual-core processor and co-negative design, Tracer-AN series controllers own the fast response
characteristics, high reliability, and industrial standards. MSRT guarantees a high conversion efficiency in
any charging power, which sharply improves the solar system's energy efficiency. The new optimized
MPPT tracking technology can fast track the PV array's max power point in any situation and obtains the
maximum energy in real-time.
The automatic power reduction function fully ensures access to excess PV modules and
high-temperature running.
The Tracer-AN series controller owns a self-adaptive three-stage charging mode based on a digital
control circuit. This function can effectively prolong the battery's lifespan and significantly improve the
system's performance.
The load/utility/generator dry contact to connect external devices conveniently composes a hybrid power
system easily.
Comprehensive electronic protections, including overcharging, over-discharging, and PV reverse polarity
protection, effectively ensure a more reliable and durable solar system operation for a longer running
time.
The isolated RS485 port with standard MODBUS communication protocol and 5V power supply is easy to
expand the application. Up to 6 controllers connected in parallel are supported. The controller can be
widely used for various applications, e.g., solar RV, household system and field monitoring, etc.

Features:

 Comply with IEC62109-1 and EN61000-6-1/3 standard certification

 High quality and low failure rate components of ST or IR to ensure the service life

 High tracking efficiency of MPPT no less than 99.5%.

 Maximum DC/DC transfer efficiency is as high as 98.6% ★; full load efficiency is up to 98 %★

 Accurate recognizing and tracking technology of multi-peaks maximum power point

 Wider MPP running voltage to increase the PV modules' utilization ratio

 Support the lead-acid and lithium batteries

 Program temperature compensation for batteries.

 Real-time energy statistics function

 High temperature charging automatic power reduction function

 100% charging and discharging in the working environment temperature range

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 Up to 6 controllers connection in parallel to expand the system

 Load dry contact to control the external load switch

 To set the first and the second disconnection voltage of load by the software

 Auto-control of utility and generator dry contact design to compose a hybrid power system easily

 Remote temperature and voltage sensor design to collect more accurate battery
temperature/terminal voltage and eliminate the battery cables' voltage drop

 Isolated RS485 communication ports (Modbus protocol)

 5V/200mA RS485 communication ports with short circuit protection

 Support remote monitoring and parameters setting via the APP or PC software
★ The parameters are measured in the Tracer10415AN@48V system.
1.2 Characteristics

Figure 1 Product Characteristics

❶ Charging indicator ❿ (Utility/Generator) dry contact ON interface

❷ SELECT button ⓫ RBVS interface(4)
❸ External fuse ⓬ (Load) dry contact interface(5)
⓭ (Utility/Generator) dry contact OFF
❹ Grounding terminal
interface
❺ Screw hole(M4) ⓮ PV terminals(6)
❻ (PV reverse polarity) alarm indicator ⓯ Battery terminals(6)

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 ❼ (Generator/Load) dry contact enable
⓰ ENTER button
switch⑴
(2)
❽ RTS interface ⓱ LCD
❾ RS485 port(5VDC/200mA) (3) ⓲ Fault indicator

(1) Set the (Generator/Load) dry contact enable switch to ON, the (Load)
dry contact is enabled; while it is disabled when the switch is set to OFF.

(2) Connect an RTS (Remote Temperature Sensor) to remotely detect the battery temperature. The
sampling distance is no longer than 20m.

Suppose the temperature sensor is a short circuit or damaged. In that case, the
controller can charge or discharge the battery at the default temperature setting of 25
CAUTION
ºC(no temperature compensation).

(3) When connecting the controller to external devices, only one of the RS485 ports can be used; when
connecting multiple controllers in parallel, RS485 ports are for cascaded use.

(4) Connect an RBVS (Remote Battery Voltage Sensor) to detect accurate battery voltage. The
sampling distance is no longer than 20m.

(5) Low Voltage Disconnect Voltage(VLVD) disconnects the dry contact. Low Voltage Reconnect
Voltage(VLVR) makes the dry contact connect. When the lithium battery and inverter are used
together in the system, connect the controller's (Load) dry contact to the inverter's start-stop dry
contact. The controller will manage the inverter's start or stop. If the lithium battery fails, It can
protect the controller from being damaged because of the over-current by preventing the controller
from directly starting the inverter.

(6) The controller is designed with a common negative polarity. The negative polarity of the PV and the
battery is located on the same busbar.

1.3 Naming rules

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2 Installation
2.1 Attentions
 Be very careful when installing the batteries. Please wear eye protection when installing the open-type
lead-acid battery and rinse with clean water in time for battery acid contact.

 Keep the battery away from any metal objects, which may cause a battery short circuit.

 Acid gas may be generated when the battery is charged. Ensure that the surrounding environment is
well ventilated.

 Avoid direct sunlight and rain infiltration when installing it outdoor.

 Loose power connections and corroded wires may result in high heat that can melt wire insulation,
burn surrounding materials, or even cause a fire. Ensure tight connections and secure cables with
clamps to prevent them from swaying while moving the inverter.

 Only charge the lead-acid and lithium-ion batteries within the control range of this controller.

 The battery connector may be wired to another battery or a bank of batteries. The following instructions
refer to a singular battery. Still, it is implied that the battery connection can be made to either one
battery or a group of batteries in a battery bank.

 Select the system cables according to 5A/mm2 or less current density.

2.2 Requirements for the PV array

(1) Serial connection (string) of PV modules

As the core component of the solar system, the controller needs to suit various PV modules and
maximize solar energy conversion into electricity. According to the open-circuit voltage (VOC) and the
maximum power point voltage (VMPP) of the MPPT controller, the serial connection of PV modules
suitable for different controllers can be calculated. The below table is for reference only.
 Tracer6210AN:

36cell 48cell 54cell 60cell

System voltage Voc＜ 23V Voc＜ 31V Voc＜ 34V Voc＜ 38V
Max. Best Max. Best Max. Best Max. Best
12V 4 2 2 1 2 1 2 1
24V 4 3 2 2 2 2 2 2

72cell Voc＜ 46V 96cell Voc＜ 62V Thin-Film

System voltage module
Max. Best Max. Best
Voc＞ 80V
12V 2 1 1 1 1
24V 2 1 1 1 1

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 The above parameters are calculated under standard test conditions (STC
(Standard Test Condition): Module Temperature 25℃, Air Mass1.5, Irradiance
IMPORTANT
1000W/m2.)

 Tracer5415/6415/8415/10415AN:

36cell 48cell 54cell 60cell

System voltage Voc＜ 23V Voc＜ 31V Voc＜ 34V Voc＜ 38V
Max. Best Max. Best Max. Best Max. Best
12V 4 2 2 1 2 1 2 1
24V 6 3 4 2 4 2 3 2
48V 6 5 4 3 4 3 3 3

72cell Voc＜ 46V 96cell Voc＜ 62V Thin-Film

System voltage module
Max. Best Max. Best
Voc＞ 80V
12V 2 1 1 1 1
24V 3 2 2 1 1
48V 3 2 2 2 1

The above parameters are calculated under standard test conditions (STC
(Standard Test Condition): Module Temperature 25℃, Air Mass1.5, Irradiance
IMPORTANT
1000W/m2.)

 Tracer5420/6420/8420/10420AN:

36cell 48cell 54cell 60cell

System voltage Voc＜ 23V Voc＜ 31V Voc＜ 34V Voc＜ 38V
Max. Best Max. Best Max. Best Max. Best
12V 4 2 3 1 2 1 2 1
24V 6 3 4 2 4 2 3 2
48V 8 5 5 4 5 3 4 3

72cell Voc＜ 46V 96cell Voc＜ 62V Thin-Film

System voltage module
Max. Best Max. Best
Voc＞ 80V
12V 2 1 1 1 1
24V 3 2 2 1 1
48V 4 3 2 2 2

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 The above parameters are calculated under standard test conditions (STC
(Standard Test Condition): Module Temperature 25℃, Air Mass1.5, Irradiance
IMPORTANT
1000W/m2.)

(2) Max. PV Array Power

This MPPT controller has the function of charging current/power-limiting. During the charging process,
when the actual charging current or charging power exceeds the rated charging current or charging
power, the controller automatically limits the current or power. It charges the battery as per the rated
charging current or charging power. This function can effectively protect the controller's charging modules
and prevent damage to the controller due to the over-connected PV array. The actual running status of
the PV array is as follows:
Condition 1: Actual PV array's charging power ≤ Rated controller's charging power
Condition 2: Actual PV array's charging current ≤ Rated controller's charging current

When the controller works under "Condition 1" or "Condition 2," it charges the battery as per the actual
charging current or actual charging power. At this time, the controller can work at the maximum power
point of the PV array.

When the PV module's power is not greater than the rated charging power, the PV
array's maximum open-circuit voltage is more than

WARNING 100V(Tracer**10AN)/150V(Tracer**15AN)/200V(Tracer**20AN) at the lowest

temperature, the controller is damaged.

Condition 3: Actual PV array's charging power >Rated controller's charging power

Condition 4: Actual PV array's charging current >Rated controller's charging current
When the controller operates under "Condition 3" or "Condition 4," it will carry out the charging as per the
rated current or power.

When the PV module's power is greater than the rated charging power, the PV array's
maximum open-circuit voltage is more than

WARNING 100V(Tracer**10AN)/150V(Tracer**15AN)/200V(Tracer**20AN) at the lowest

temperature), the controller is damaged.

According to the "Peak Sun Hours diagram," if the PV array's power exceeds the controller's rated
charging power, the charging time as per the rated power is prolonged. The controller can obtain more
energy. However, in the practical application, the PV array's maximum power shall be not higher than 1.5
times the controller's rated charging power. Suppose the PV array's maximum power exceeds the
controller's rated charging power too much. In that case, it may cause the PV array's waste and increase
the PV array's open-circuit voltage due to the environmental temperature. It may increase the damage
probability to the controller. For the recommended maximum power of the PV array, please refer to the
table below:

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 Rated
Rated charge Max. PV Max. PV open circuit
Model charge
power power voltage
current
100V(lowest
750W/12V 1125W/12V
Tracer6210AN 60A temperature)
1500W/24V 2250W/24V
92V(25℃)

625W/12V 937.5W/12V
1250W/24V 1875W/24V
Tracer5415AN 50A
1875W/36V 2812.5W/36V
2500W/48V 3750W/48V
750W/12V 1125W/12V
1500W/24V 2250W/24V
Tracer6415AN 60A
2250W/36V 3375W/36V
150V(lowest
3000W/48V 4500W/48V
temperature)
1000W/12V 1500W/12V
138V(25℃)
2000W/24V 3000W/24V
Tracer8415AN 80A
3000W/36V 4500W/36V
4000W/48V 6000W/48V
1250W/12V 1875W/12V
2500W/24V 3750W/24V
Tracer10415AN 100A
3750W/36V 5625W/36V
5000W/48V 7500W/48V
625W/12V 937.5W/12V
1250W/24V 1875W/24V
Tracer5420AN 50A
1875W/36V 2812.5W/36V
200V(lowest
2500W/48V 3750W/48V
temperature)
750W/12V 1125W/12V
180V(25℃)
1500W/24V 2250W/24V
Tracer6420AN 60A
2250W/36V 3375W/36V
3000W/48V 4500W/48V
1000W/12V 1500W/12V
2000W/24V 3000W/24V
Tracer8420AN 80A
3000W/36V 4500W/36V
200V(lowest
4000W/48V 6000W/48V
temperature)
1250W/12V 1875W/12V
180V(25℃)
2500W/24V 3750W/24V
Tracer10420AN 100A
3750W/36V 5625W/36V
5000W/48V 7500W/48V

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2.3 Wire size

The wiring and installation methods must conform to the national and local electrical code requirements.

 PV wire size

The PV array's output current varies with its size, connection method, and sunlight angle. The minimum
wire size can be calculated by its ISC(short circuit current). Please refer to the ISC value in the PV
module's specifications. When the PV modules are connected in series, the total ISC is equal to any PV
module's ISC. When the PV modules are connected in parallel, the total ISC is equal to the sum of all the
PV module's ISC. The PV array's ISC must not exceed the controller's maximum PV input current. For
max. PV input current and max. PV wire size, please refer to the table as below:

Model Max. PV input current Max. PV wire size

Tracer5415AN
50A 16mm2/6AWG
Tracer5420AN
Tracer6210AN
Tracer6415AN 60A 16mm2/6AWG
Tracer6420AN
Tracer8415AN
80A 25mm2/4AWG
Tracer8420AN
Tracer10415AN
100A 35mm2/2AWG
Tracer10420AN

When the PV modules are connected in series, the total voltage must not exceed the
max. PV open circuit voltage

CAUTION (Tracer**10AN)/138V(Tracer**15AN)/180V(Tracer**20AN)at 25 environment

temperature.

 Battery wire size

The battery wire size must conform to the rated current, the reference size as below:

Model Rated charging current Battery wire size

Tracer5415AN
50A 16mm2/6AWG
Tracer5420AN
Tracer6210AN
Tracer6415AN 60A 16mm2/6AWG
Tracer6420AN
Tracer8415AN
80A 25mm2/4AWG
Tracer8420AN
Tracer10415AN
100A 35mm2/2AWG
Tracer10420AN

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  The wire size is only for reference. Suppose a long-distance exists between the
PV array and the controller or between the controller and the battery. In that case,
larger wires shall be used to reduce the voltage drop and improve the system

CAUTION performance.
 The recommended wire for the battery is that its terminals are not connected to
any additional inverter.

2.4 Dry contact instruction

Dry contact parameter
Rated Value：5A/30VDC
Maximum Value：0.5A/60VDC

1) Control the utility/generator ON/OFF via the

(Utility/Generator) dry contact

Utility/Generator start-up Voltage (VON)=Under Voltage Warning

Voltage
Utility/Generator stop Voltage (VOFF)= Under Voltage Warning Recover Voltage
Battery Voltage (VBAT)
 Start-up the Utility/Generator: VBAT＜VON.
 Stop the Utility/Generator: VBAT＞ VOFF.

 Before start or stop the Utility/Generator via the (Utility/Generator) dry contact, you
shall set the switch to the ON position.

CAUTION  The VON and VOFF can be set via the PC software. The Battery Control Voltage
Parameters refer to chapter 3.4 Setting.

2) Control the load first disconnection and second disconnection.

Battery Voltage (VBAT)

Under Voltage Warning Voltage (VUVW)
Under Voltage Warning Recover Voltage (VUVWR)
Low Voltage Disconnect Voltage(VLVD)
Low Voltage Reconnect Voltage(VLVR)
 (Utility/Generator) dry contact OFF interface
VBAT≤VUVW: The (Utility/Generator) dry contact OFF interface controls the load ❶first disconnection.
VBAT≥VUVWR: (Utility/Generator) dry contact OFF interface controls the load ❶first connection.
 (Load) dry contact
VBAT≤VLVD: The (Load) dry contact controls the load ❷second disconnection.
VBAT≤VLVR: The (Load) dry contact controls the load ❷second connection.

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 The Battery Control Voltage Parameters refer to chapter 3.4 Setting.
CAUTION

When the system is power off, the (Utility/Generator) dry contact OFF interface is

WARNING closed. Please check the system in time.

Refer to below the diagram:

2.5 Mounting

 Risk of explosion! Never install the controller in a sealed enclose with flooded
batteries! Do not install the controller in a confined area where battery gas can
accumulate.
 Risk of electric shock! When wiring the solar modules, the PV array can produce a

WARNING high open-circuit voltage, so turn off the breaker before wiring and be careful when
wiring.
 Tracer-AN series controllers have no battery reverse protection. Do not reverse
the battery during the wiring. Otherwise, the controller may be damaged.

The controller requires at least 150mm of clearance above and below for proper

CAUTION airflow. Ventilation is highly recommended if mounted in an enclosure.

Installation procedures:

Step 1: Determine the installation location and heat-dissipation space

When installing the controller, ensure enough air flowing through the controller's heat sink. Please leave
at least 150mm clearance away from the upper and lower edges.

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 Ventilation is highly recommended if mounted in an enclosure.
CAUTION

Step2: Remove the terminal protective cover.

Step 3: Connect the battery (Left) and PV (Right)

Disconnect the system in reverse order.

IMPORTANT

Tracer-AN series controllers have no battery reverse protection. Do not reverse the

WARNING battery during the wiring. Otherwise, the controller may be damaged.

 During the wiring, please do not close the circuit breaker or fuse. Ensure that the leads
of "+" and "-" poles are polarity correctly.
 A fuse whose current is 1.25 to 2 times the controller's rated current must be installed
on the battery side with a distance from the battery no longer than 150 mm.
CAUTION
 Please connect the inverter directly to the battery, not to the controller's load side.
 When the lithium battery and inverter are used together in the system, connect the
controller's (Load) dry contact to the inverter's start-stop dry contact.

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 Single controller

 Connection in parallel

Step 4：Grounding

Tracer-AN series are common-negative controllers. Negative terminals of the PV array, the battery can
be grounded simultaneously, or any terminal is grounded. However, according to the practical application,
the PV array's negative terminals, battery, and load can also be ungrounded. Simultaneously, the

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grounding terminal on the shell must be grounded, which effectively shields the electromagnetic
interference from the outside and prevents some electric shock to the human body due to the
electrification of the shell.

For common-negative systems, such as the RV system, it is recommended to use

a common-negative controller. If a common-positive controller is used and the

CAUTION positive electrode is grounded in the common-negative system, the controller may
be damaged.

Step 5：Connect accessories

 Connect the remote temperature sensor cable (Model: RTS300R47K3.81A)

Connect the remote temperature sensor cable to the interface ❽and place the other end
close to the battery.

Suppose the remote temperature sensor is not connected to the controller. In that
case, the controller can charge or discharge the battery at the default 25 ºC(no
CAUTION
temperature compensation).

 Connect the remote battery voltage sensor cable (Model: RVBS300B3.81)

Connect the remote battery voltage sensor cable to the interface⓫and connect the other end to the
battery terminals.

 Connect the accessories for RS485 communication; refer to the accessories list.

Step 6：Power on the controller

Close the battery's fuse to power on the controller. After the LCD normally displays, close the PV array's
circuit breaker. The charging indicator is slow flashing during the PV charging process.

If the controller can not work properly or the fault indicator shows an abnormality,

CAUTION please refer to4.2 "Troubleshooting."

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3 Operation

3.1 Indicator

Indicator Color Status Instruction

PV connection is normal, but the
Green ON solid
voltage is low and not charging.
No PV voltage(night time) or PV
Green OFF
connection fault
Green Slowly flashing(1Hz) PV is charging
Green Fast flashing(4Hz) PV over voltage

IMPORTANT: The fault indicator refers to chapter 3.3, "LCD Display."

3.2 Buttons

Modes Note
In manual mode, short press the "ENTER" button to turn on/off the (Load) dry
(Load) dry contact
contact.
Clear fault Press the "ENTER" button
Browsing mode Short press the "SELECT" button
Long-press the "ENTER" button to enter the Setting mode, and short press
the "SELECT" button to modify the parameter. Then short press the "ENTER"
Setting mode
button to confirm or exit the current interface automatically after more than
10S.

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3.3 LCD Display

1） Status Description

Name Symbol Status

Day

Night

PV array No charge

Charging

PV array's voltage, current, and generate energy

Battery capacity, In Charging

Battery Battery Voltage, Current, Temperature

Battery type

(Load) dry contact connected

Load
(Load) dry contact disconnected

2） Browse interface

When no operation, the display interface will be an automatic cycle except for the

IMPORTANT load time1 and load time 2 interface.

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3） Error codes

Faults Charging
Status Symbol Instruction
Indicator indicator
Battery level shows empty,
Battery over Red ON
-- battery frame blink, fault icon
discharged solid
blink.

Battery over Red Slow Battery level shows full, battery

--
voltage flashing frame blink, fault icon blink.

Battery level shows current

Battery over Red slowly
-- value, battery frame blink, fault
heating flashing
icon blink.

Battery level shows current

Controller over Red slowly Green slowly
value, battery frame blink, fault
temperature flashing flashing
icon blink.

Battery level shows current

System voltage Red slowly Fast flashing
value, battery frame blink, fault
error flashing in green
icon blink.

3.4 Setting
1) Clear the generated energy

In the PV power interface, long press the "ENTER" button until the value flashes. Then it enters the reset
mode; press the "ENTER" button again to confirm and reset.

2) Switch the battery temperature unit

In the battery temperature interface, long press the "ENTER" button to switch the unit.

3) Battery type

① Support battery types

Sealed(default)
Gel
Lead-acid battery
Flooded
User
LiFePO4(4S/12V;8S/24V;16S/48V)

Lithium battery Li(NiCoMn)O2 (3S/12V;6S/24V;12S/48V)

User

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② Setting the battery type via the LCD

①Sealed (Default) ②Gel ③Flooded ④ User(Apply to "MT50" and "PC

software "Solar Station Monitor"）

Operation:
On the battery voltage interface, long press the "ENTER" button until the battery type interface flashes.
Then press the "SELECT" button to change the battery type, and press the "ENTER" button to confirm.

The controller can only set the lead-acid battery type. The lithium battery type needs

CAUTION to be set through the PC software or APP.

③ Setting the battery type via the PC software or APP software

 PC software

Connect the controller and the PC through the USB to the RS485 converter, and set the controller's
parameters through the PC software. Please refer to the cloud platform manual for the specific setting.

 APP software

Connect the controller and the WIFI module or Bluetooth module through a standard network cable
(parallel cable). The mobile phone APP sets the controller's parameters through the WIFI signal or the
Bluetooth signal. For the specific setting, please refer to the cloud APP manual.

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 The controller can only set the lead-acid battery type. The lithium battery type needs

CAUTION to be set through the PC software or APP.

④ Battery voltage control parameters

 Lead-acid battery parameters

The parameters are measured in the condition of 12V/25 ºC. Please double the values in the 24V system
and quadruple the values in the 48V system.

Voltage control
Sealed GEL FLD User
parameters
Over voltage disconnect
16.0V 16.0V 16.0V 9~17V
voltage
Charging limit voltage 15.0V 15.0V 15.0V 9~17V
Over voltage reconnect
15.0V 15.0V 15.0V 9~17V
voltage
Equalize charging voltage 14.6V -- 14.8V 9~17V
Boost charging voltage 14.4V 14.2V 14.6V 9~17V
Float charging voltage 13.8V 13.8V 13.8V 9~17V
Boost reconnect charging
13.2V 13.2V 13.2V 9~17V
voltage
Low voltage reconnect
12.6V 12.6V 12.6V 9~17V
voltage
Under voltage warning
12.2V 12.2V 12.2V 9~17V
reconnect voltage
Under voltage warning
12.0V 12.0V 12.0V 9~17V
voltage
Low voltage disconnect
11.1V 11.1V 11.1V 9~17V
voltage
Discharging limit voltage 10.6V 10.6V 10.6V 9~17V
Equalize Duration 120 minutes -- 120 minutes 0~180 minutes
10~180
Boost Duration 120 minutes 120 minutes 120 minutes
minutes

⑴ To change these parameters, select "User" battery type.

⑵ The following rules must be observed when modifying the parameter's value in user battery type
(factory default value is the same as sealed type):

A． Over Voltage Disconnect Voltage > Charging Limit Voltage ≥ Equalize Charging Voltage ≥ Boost
Charging Voltage ≥ Float Charging Voltage > Boost Reconnect Charging Voltage.

B． Over Voltage Disconnect Voltage > Over Voltage Reconnect Voltage

C． Low Voltage Reconnect Voltage > Low Voltage Disconnect Voltage ≥ Discharging Limit Voltage.

D． Under Voltage Warning Reconnect Voltage>Under Voltage Warning Voltage≥ Discharging Limit
Voltage;

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E． Boost Reconnect Charging voltage >Low Voltage Reconnect Voltage.

 Lithium battery parameters

The parameters are measured in the condition of 12V/25 ºC. Please double the values in the 24V system
and quadruple the values in the 48V system.

Battery type
LFP Li(NiCoMn)O2 User
Voltage control parameters
Over voltage disconnect voltage 15.6V 13.5V 9~17V
Charging limit voltage 14.6V 12.6V 9~17V
Over voltage reconnect voltage 14.7V 12.7V 9~17V
Equalize charging voltage 14.5V 12.5V 9~17V
Boost charging voltage 14.5V 12.5V 9~17V
Float charging voltage 13.8V 12.2V 9~17V
Boost reconnect charging voltage 13.2V 12.1V 9~17V
Low voltage reconnect voltage 12.8V 10.5V 9~17V
Under voltage warning reconnect voltage 12.8V 11.0V 9~17V
Under voltage warning voltage 12.0V 10.5V 9~17V
Low voltage disconnect voltage 11.1V 9.3V 9~17V
Discharging limit voltage 10.6V 9.3V 9~17V

 The following rules must be observed when modifying the parameter values in User for a
lithium battery.

A. Over Voltage Disconnect Voltage>Over Charging Protection Voltage(Protection Circuit

Modules(BMS))+0.2V;
B. Over Voltage Disconnect Voltage>Over Voltage Reconnect Voltage＝Charging Limit Voltage ≥
Equalize Charging Voltage＝Boost Charging Voltage ≥ Float Charging Voltage>Boost Reconnect
Charging Voltage;

C. Low Voltage Reconnect Voltage > Low Voltage Disconnect Voltage ≥ Discharging Limit Voltage.

D. Under Voltage Warning Reconnect Voltage>Under Voltage Warning Voltage≥ Discharging Limit
Voltage;

E. Boost Reconnect Charging voltage> Low Voltage Reconnect Voltage;

F. Low Voltage Disconnect Voltage ≥ Over Discharging Protection Voltage (BMS)+0.2V

 The voltage parameters of a lithium battery can be set according to the lithium
battery BMS's voltage parameters.
 The required accuracy of BMS shall be no higher than 0.2V. We will not assume
WARNING
any responsibility for the system abnormal when the accuracy of BMS is higher
than 0.2 v.

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4 Others
4.1 Protections

Tracer AN series controllers have no battery reverse protection. Do not reverse the

WARNING battery during the wiring. Otherwise, the controller may be damaged.

Protections Instruction
PV When the PV array's actual charging current or power exceeds the
current/power-limiting controller's rated charging current or power, the controller charges the
protection battery as per the rated current or power.
When not in the PV charging state, the controller will not be damaged in

PV short-circuit the case of short-circuiting in the PV array.

protection WARNING: It is forbidden to short-circuit the PV array during

charging. Otherwise, the controller may be damaged.
When the PV array's polarity is reversed, the controller may not be

PV reverse polarity damaged and resume work after the mis-wiring is corrected.

protection CAUTION: If the PV array is reversed and its actual power is 1.5
times the controller's rated power, the controller may be damaged.
Night reverse charging
Prevent the battery from discharging to the PV module at night.
protection

When the battery voltage reaches the over voltage disconnect voltage,
Battery over voltage
the PV array will automatically stop charging the battery to prevent the
protection
battery damage caused by overcharging.

When the battery voltage reaches the low voltage disconnect voltage,
the battery discharging is automatically stopped to prevent battery
damage caused by over discharging.
Battery over discharging
protection CAUTION: When a load is connected to the battery and the load
is connected to the controller's (Load) dry contact, the battery
over-discharge protection takes effect.

The controller detects the battery temperature through an external

Battery over heating
temperature sensor. The battery stops working when its temperature
protection
exceeds 65℃ and resumes work when its temperature is below 55℃.

Lithium battery low When the temperature detected by the optional temperature sensor is

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 temperature protection lower than the Low Temperature Protection Threshold(LTPT), the
controller stops charging and discharging automatically. When the
detected temperature is higher than the LTPT, the controller resumes
work automatically. (The LTPT is 0 °C by default and can be set within
the range of 10 ~ -40 °C. Detail settings refer to the LTPT V1.0.)
An internal temperature sensor can detect the internal temperature of

★
the controller. The controller stops working when the internal
Controller Overheating
temperature exceeds 85 ℃ and resumes work when the internal
temperature is below 75℃.

The controller's internal circuitry is designed with Transient Voltage

Suppressors (TVS), which can only protect against high-voltage surge
TVS high voltage
pulses with less energy. Suppose the controller is to be used in an area
transients protection
with frequent lightning strikes. In that case, it is recommended to install
an external surge arrester.

★ When the control's internal temperature is 81℃, the reducing power charging mode is turned on, reducing
the charging power of 5%,10%,20%,40% every increase of 1 ℃. If the internal temperature is greater than 85℃,

the controller stops charging. When the internal temperature is not more than 75ºC, the controller will resume
charge as per the rated power.

For example, Tracer10420AN 48V system:

Reduce charging power mode

6000
Charge power W

5000
4000
3000
2000
1000 Power W
0
75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 91
Internal temperature℃

4.2 Troubleshooting

Faults Faults Solutions

Charging LED is OFF during
PV array Confirm whether the connection of
daytime when sunshine falls on PV
open-circuit the PV array is correct and tight
array properly

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 Please check the voltage of the
The wire connection is correct; the The battery voltage
battery(at least 8V voltage to
controller is not working. is lower than 8V.
activate the controller).
Check whether the battery voltage
is higher than OVD (over voltage
Battery over voltage
disconnect voltage) and disconnect
the PV array connection.
① When the battery voltage is
Battery frame restored to or above LVR(low
blink, fault Battery over voltage reconnect voltage), the
icon blink discharged load recovers.
② Other ways to recharge the
battery.
While the battery temperature
Battery over heating decline to 55 ºC or below, the
controller resumes work.

4.3 Maintenance

The following inspections and maintenance tasks are recommended at least two times per year for the
best performance.

 Make sure no block on airflow around the controller. Clear up any dirt and fragments on the radiator.

 Check all the naked wires to ensure insulation is not damaged for sun exposure, frictional wear,
dryness, insects or rats, etc. Repair or replace some wires if necessary.

 Check and confirm that LED is consistent with required. Pay attention to any troubleshooting or error
indication. Take necessary corrective action.

 Confirm that all terminals have no corrosion, insulation damaged, high temperature, or
burnt/discolored sign, and tighten terminal screws to the suggested torque.

 Clear up dirt, nesting insects, and corrosion in time.

 Check and confirm that the lightning arrester is in good condition. Replace a new one in time to
avoid damaging the controller and even other equipment.

Risk of electric shock!

Ensure that all the power is turned off before the above operations, and then follow
WARNING
the corresponding inspections and operations.

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5 Specifications

Model Tracer5415AN Tracer5420AN

Electrical Parameters

System rated voltage 12/24/36/48VDC or Auto

Controller working voltage
8V~68V
range
Lead-acid battery type Sealed(Default)/Gel/Flooded/User
Lithium battery type LiFePO4/ Li(NiCoMn)O2/ User
Battery fuse 80A/ 58V
Rated charging current 50A
Rated charging power 625W/12V, 1250W/24V, 1875W/36V, 2500W/48V
150V(at the lowest
200V(at the lowest temperature)
Max. PV open-circuit voltage temperature)
180V(at 25℃)
138V(25℃)
(Battery voltage +2V) (Battery voltage +2V)
MPPT voltage range
~108V(25℃) ~ 144V(at 25℃)
MPPT tracking efficiency ≥99.5%
Max. conversion efficiency 98.3%
Full load efficiency 97.8% 97.1%
Temperature compensate
-3mV/℃/2V(Default)
coefficient
Self-consumption 98mA/12V; 60mA/24V; 50mA/36V; 46mA/48V
Grounding Common negative grounding
Dry contact Rated value: 5A/30VDC; Max. value: 0.5A/60VDC
Communication method RS485(5VDC/200mA, Two RJ45 ports in parallel)①
LCD backlight time Default: 60S, Range:0~999S (0S: the backlight is ON all the time)
Mechanical parameters
Dimension 261×216×119mm
Mounting dimension 180×204mm
Mounting hole size Φ7
Wire size 6AWG/ 16mm2
Recommended cable 6AWG/ 16mm2
Net Weight 3.5kg
① When connecting the controller to external devices, only one of the communication ports is

used; when connecting multiple controllers in parallel, RS485 ports are for cascaded use.

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Model Tracer6210AN

Electrical Parameters

System rated voltage 12/24/36/48VDC or Auto

Controller working voltage
8V~32V
range
Lead-acid battery type Sealed(default), GEL, FLD, and user-defined.
Lithium battery type LiFePO4/ Li(NiCoMn)O2/ User
Battery fuse 80A/ 58V
Rated charging current 60A
Rated charging power 750W/12V, 1500W/24V
100V(at the lowest temperature)
Max. PV open-circuit voltage
92V(at 25℃)
(Battery voltage +2V)
MPPT voltage range
~72V(at 25℃)
MPPT tracking efficiency ≥99.5%
Max. conversion efficiency 98.0%
Full load efficiency 97.0%
Temperature compensate
-3mV/℃/2V(Default)
coefficient
Self-consumption 98mA/12V; 60mA/24V; 50mA/36V; 46mA/48V
Grounding type Common negative grounding
Dry contact Rated value: 5A/30VDC; Max. value: 0.5A/60VDC
①
Communication method RS485(5VDC/200mA, Two RJ45 ports in parallel)
LCD backlight time Default: 60S, Range:0~999S (0S: the backlight is ON all the time)
Mechanical parameters
Dimension 340×232×105.2mm
Mounting dimension 260×220mm
Mounting hole size Φ7
Wire size 2AWG/ 35mm2
Recommended cable 6AWG/ 16mm2
Net Weight 3.5kg
① When connecting the controller to external devices, only one of the communication ports is

used; when connecting multiple controllers in parallel, RS485 ports are for cascaded use.

Model Tracer6415AN Tracer6420AN

Electrical Parameters

System rated voltage 12/24/36/48VDC or Auto

Controller working voltage 8V~68V

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range
Lead-acid battery type Sealed(default), GEL, FLD, and user-defined.
Lithium battery type LiFePO4/ Li(NiCoMn)O2/ User
Battery fuse 80A/ 58V
Rated charging current 60A
Rated charging power 750W/12V, 1500W/24V, 2250W/36V, 3000W/48V
150V(at the lowest
200V(at the lowest temperature)
Max. PV open-circuit voltage temperature)
180V(at 25℃)
138V(at 25℃)
(Battery voltage +2V) (Battery voltage +2V)
MPPT voltage range
~ 108V(at 25℃) ~ 144V(at 25℃)
MPPT tracking efficiency ≥99.5%
Max. conversion efficiency 98.6% 98.1%
Full load efficiency 98.0% 97.5%
Temperature compensate
-3mV/℃/2V(Default)
coefficient
Self-consumption 98mA/12V; 60mA/24V; 50mA/36V; 46mA/48V
Grounding type Common negative grounding
Dry contact Rated value: 5A/30VDC; Max. value: 0.5A/60VDC
①
Communication method RS485(5VDC/200mA, Two RJ45 ports in parallel)
LCD backlight time Default: 60S, Range:0~999S (0S: the backlight is ON all the time)
Mechanical parameters
Dimension 340×236×119mm
Mounting dimension 260×224mm
Mounting hole size Φ7
Wire size 2AWG/ 35mm2
Recommended cable 6AWG/ 16mm2
Net Weight 4.5kg
① When connecting the controller to external devices, only one of the communication ports is

used; when connecting multiple controllers in parallel, RS485 ports are for cascaded use.

Model Tracer8415AN Tracer8420AN

Electrical Parameters

System rated voltage 12/24/36/48VDC or Auto

Controller working voltage
8V~68V
range
Lead-acid battery type Sealed(Default)/Gel/Flooded/User
Lithium battery type LiFePO4/ Li(NiCoMn)O2/ User
Battery fuse 125A/ 58V

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Rated charging current 80A
Rated charging power 1000W/12V, 2000W/24V, 3000W/36V, 4000W/48V
150V(at the lowest temperature) 200V(at the lowest temperature)
Max. PV open-circuit voltage
138V(at 25℃) 180V(at 25℃)
(Battery voltage +2V) (Battery voltage +2V)
MPPT voltage range
~ 108V(at 25℃) ~ 144V(at 25℃)
MPPT tracking efficiency ≥99.5%
Max. conversion efficiency 98.5%
Full load efficiency 98.0% 97.5%
Temperature compensate
-3mV/℃/2V(Default)
coefficient
Self-consumption 98mA/12V; 60mA/24V; 50mA/36V; 46mA/48V
Grounding type Common negative grounding
Dry contact Rated value: 5A/30VDC; Max. value: 0.5A/60VDC
①
Communication method RS485(5VDC/200mA, Two RJ45 ports in parallel)
LCD backlight time Default: 60S, Range:0~999S (0S: the backlight is ON all the time)
Mechanical parameters
Dimension 394×240×134mm
Mounting dimension 300×228mm
Mounting hole size Φ7
Wire size 2AWG/ 35mm2
Recommended cable 4AWG/ 25mm2
Net Weight 6.1kg
① When connecting the controller to external devices, only one of the communication ports is

used; when connecting multiple controllers in parallel, RS485 ports are for cascaded use.

Model Tracer10415AN Tracer10420AN

Electrical Parameters

System rated voltage 12/24/36/48VDC or Auto

Controller working voltage
8V~68V
range
Lead-acid battery type Sealed(Default)/Gel/Flooded/User
Lithium battery type LiFePO4/ Li(NiCoMn)O2/ User
Battery fuse 150A/ 58V
Rated charging current 100A
Rated charging power 1250W/12V, 2500W/24V, 3750W/36V, 5000W/48V
150V(at the lowest
200V(at the lowest temperature)
Max. PV open-circuit voltage temperature)
180V(at 25℃)
138V(at 25℃)

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 (Battery voltage +2V) (Battery voltage +2V)
MPPT voltage range
~ 108V(at 25℃) ~ 144V(at 25℃)
MPPT tracking efficiency ≥99.5%
Max. conversion efficiency 98.6% 98.5%
Full load efficiency 98.0% 97.6%
Temperature compensate
-3mV/℃/2V(Default)
coefficient
Self-consumption 98mA/12V; 60mA/24V; 50mA/36V; 46mA/48V
Grounding type Common negative grounding
Dry contact Rated value: 5A/30VDC; Max. value: 0.5A/60VDC
①
Communication method RS485(5VDC/200mA, Two RJ45 ports in parallel)
LCD backlight time Default: 60S, Range:0~999S (0S: the backlight is ON all the time)
Mechanical parameters
Dimension 394×242×143mm
Mounting dimension 300×230mm
Mounting hole size Φ7
Wire size 2AWG/ 35mm2
Recommended cable 2AWG/ 35mm2
Net Weight 7.4kg
① When connecting the controller to external devices, only one of the communication ports is
used; when connecting multiple controllers in parallel, RS485 ports are for cascaded use.

Environmental Parameters

-25℃～+60℃ (when the working temperature reaches 45℃ or above, the

Working environment
charging power and load power will be reduced appropriately; working of full
temperature
load is not supported.)
LCD temperature -20℃~+70℃
range
Storage temperature -30℃~+85℃
Relative humidity 5%~95% (N.C.)
range
Enclosure IP20
Pollution degree PD2

Certification:

Category Standard
Safety EN/IEC62109-1
EMC EN61000-6-1/EN61000-6-3
FCC 47 CFR Part 15, Subpart B
ROHS IEC62321-3-1

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Appendix 1 Dimensions

(Unit: mm)
 Tracer5415/5420AN

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 Tracer6210AN

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 Tracer6415/6420AN

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 Tracer8415/8420AN

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 Tracer10415/10420AN

Any changes without prior notice! Version number: V3.3

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