MPPT Solar Charge Controller

User Manual

Tracer1206AN G3/ Tracer1210AN G3

Tracer2206AN G3/ Tracer2210AN G3

Tracer3210AN G3/ Tracer4210AN G3

Important Safety Instructions

Please reserve this manual for future review.

This manual contains safety, installation, and operation instructions for the Tracer-AN G3

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

hot during operation.

 We suggest installing appropriate external fast-acting fuses/breakers.

 Disconnect PV array connections and the battery fast-acting fuse/breakers before

controller installation and adjustment.

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

connection.

Do not install the controller in humid, high salt spray, corrosion, greasy,
WARNING flammable, explosive, dust accumulative, or other severe environments.
Disclaimers
The warranty does not apply to the following conditions:

 Damage caused by improper use or inappropriate environment (such as the humid, high salt spray,
corrosion, greasy, flammable, explosive, dust accumulative, or other severe environments).

 The actual current/voltage/power exceeds the limit value of the controller.

 Damage caused by working temperature exceeding the rated range.

 Arc, fire, explosion, and other accidents caused by failure to follow the controller stickers or manual
instructions.

 Unauthorized dismantling or attempted repair.

 Damage caused by force majeure.

 Damage occurred during transportation or handling.

 Contents

1 General Information 1
1.1 Overview 1
1.2 Characteristics 3
1.3 Naming rules 4
1.4 Connection diagram 4
1.5 Maximum Power Point Tracking Technology 5
1.6 Battery charging stage 7
2 Installation 10
2.1 Attentions 10
2.2 Requirements for the PV array 10
2.3 Wire size 11
2.4 Mounting 13
3 LCD 16
3.1 Buttons 16
3.2 Interface 16
3.3 Setting 18
3.3.1 Clear the generated energy 18
3.3.2 Switch the battery temperature unit 18
3.3.3 Battery type 18
3.3.4 Load modes 25
4 Others 27
4.1 Protection 27
4.2 Troubleshooting 28
4.3 Maintenance 30
5 Specifications 31
Annex I Conversion Efficiency Curves 33
1 General Information

1.1 Overview

Tracer-AN G3 series controllers, based on a new design concept, adopt the solar charge controller as
the main component. With optional 4G or Wi-Fi modules, the end-users read and write parameters by
phone APP conveniently.
Adopting the advanced MPPT control algorithm, the Tracer-AN solar controller can minimize the
maximum power point loss rate and time. It makes this product tracks the PV array's maximum power
point and obtains maximum energy under any situation. Compared with the PWM charging method,
MPPT solar controllers can increase the energy utilization ratio by 10%-30%. Charging current limit,
charging power limit, and high temperature charging automatic power reduction fully ensure system
stability when access to excess PV modules and high temperature running. Add a professional
protection chip for the RS485 port, which further improves the reliability and meets the different
application requirements.
The Tracer-AN series controller owns a self-adaptive three-stage charging mode based on a digital
control circuit. It can effectively prolong the battery lifespan and significantly improve the system's
performance. They are equipped with comprehensive electronic protections to ensure the solar system is
more reliable and durable. This controller can be widely used for RV, household systems, field
monitoring, and many other applications.
Features:

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

 Advanced MPPT technology, with Max. tracking efficiency higher than 99.5%.

 Advanced MPPT control algorithm to minimize the lost rate and lost time

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

 Wider MPP(maximum power point) running voltage to optimize PV utilization

 Maximum DC/DC conversion efficiency of 98%

 Support multi battery types including lithium batteries

 Equipped with a stable self-activation function for the lithium battery

 Set the battery voltage parameters on the LCD①

 Battery temperature compensation

 Limit the charging power & charging current to no higher than the rated value

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 Real-time energy statistics function

 Charging power reduction automatically for over-temperature

 RS485 communication interface with optional 4G or Wi-Fi modules for remote monitoring

 Standard Modbus communication protocol based on the RS485 communication bus, extending the
communication distance

 A power protection chip, which can provide 5VDC/200mA power and over-current, short-circuit
protections, is adopted by the communication interface

 Setting parameters via the PC software, APP, or remote meter

 Constant voltage output function②

 Comprehensive electronic protections

 Multiple load work modes

 Low self-consumption, lower than 10mA

 Operation at full load without charging power reduced in the working temperature range

① For the Boost Charging Voltage (BCV), Float Charging Voltage (FCV), Low Voltage Disconnect
Voltage (LVD), and Low Voltage Reconnect Voltage (LVR), users can modify them on the
controller LCD when the battery type is "USE."
② To enable the constant voltage output function, ensure the input power is higher than the
output power. Suppose the input power is lower than the output power. In that case, the
controller enters the ON-OFF state intermittently caused by the under-voltage protection.

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1.2 Characteristics

Figure 1-1 Product Characteristics

❶ SELECT button ❻ RS485 port (no isolation)

❷ RTS interface ❼ Mounting Hole Φ5mm
❸ PV Terminals ❽ ENTER button
❹ Battery terminals
❾ LCD
❺ Load terminals

★ Suppose the remote temperature sensor is not connected to the controller or damaged. In that
case, the controller will charge or discharge the battery at the default temperature setting of 25
ºC (no temperature compensation).

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1.3 Naming rules

1.4 Connection diagram

 No-battery Mode

When there is no battery, the Tracer-AN G3 series can be directly connected to the
inverter. The inverter shall be connected to the battery terminals of the controller and
meets the following conditions:
1) For high-frequency inverter: PV input power > (load output power÷inverter
WARNING
conversion efficiency÷controller conversion efficiency)
2) For power frequency inverter: PV input power > (load output power÷inverter
conversion efficiency÷controller conversion efficiency÷2)

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 Battery Mode

 The cable length of the battery should not exceed 3 meters.

 The recommended cable length of the PV array should not exceed 3 meters
(Note: If the cable length of the PV array is less than 3 meters, the system
CAUTION
meets EN/IEC61000-6-3 requirements. If more than 3 meters, the system may
not meet EN/IEC61000-6-3 requirements).

1.5 Maximum Power Point Tracking Technology

Due to the nonlinear characteristics of the solar array, there is a maximum energy output point (Max
Power Point) on its curve. Traditional controllers, equipped with switch charging technology and PWM
charging technology, can't charge the battery at the maximum power point and cannot obtain the
maximum energy available from the PV array. In contrast, the solar charge controller with Maximum
Power Point Tracking (MPPT) Technology can lock the point to obtain the maximum energy and deliver it
to the battery.
Our company's MPPT algorithm continuously compares and adjusts the operating points to locate the
array's maximum power point. The tracking process is fully automatic and does not need the user's
adjustment.

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As Figure 1-2, the curve is also the array's characteristic curve; the MPPT technology will 'boost' the
battery charge current by tracking the MPP. Assuming 100% conversion efficiency exists in the solar
system, the following formula is established:

Normally, the VMpp is always higher than VBat. Due to the principle of energy conservation, the IBat is
always higher than IPV. The greater the difference between VMpp &VBat, the greater the difference
between IPV& IBat. The greater the difference between the array and the battery will also decrease the
system conversion efficiency. Therefore, the controller's conversion efficiency is particularly important in
the PV system.
Figure 1-2 is the maximum power point curve, whose shaded area is the traditional solar charge
controller (PWM Charging Mode). It is known that the MPPT mode can improve solar PV usage.
According to the test, the MPPT controller can raise 20%-30% efficiency compared to the PWM
controller. (Specified value may fluctuate due to the circumstance's influence and energy loss.)

Figure 1-2 Maximum Power Point Tracking Technology

In actual application, the panel may appear Multi-MPP as shading from cloud, tree, and snow. However,
in actuality, there is only one real Maximum Power Point. As the Figure 1-3 show:

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 Figure 1-3 Mutil-MPP Curve
Suppose the program works improperly after appearing Multi-MPP. In that case, the system will not work
on the real max power point, which may waste most solar energy resources and seriously affect the
system's normal operation. The typical MPPT algorithm, designed by our company, can track the real
MPP quickly and accurately. It can improve the PV array's utilization rate and avoid resource waste.

1.6 Battery charging stage

The controller has a three-stage battery charging algorithm, including Bulk Charging, Constant Charging,
and Float Charging. The system can extend the battery's lifespan through the three-stage charging
method.

Figure 1-4 Battery charging stage curve

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A) Bulk Charging

The battery voltage has not yet reached constant voltage (Equalize or Boost Charging Voltage). The
controller operates in constant current mode, delivering its maximum current to the batteries (MPPT
Charging). When the battery voltage reaches the constant voltage set point, the controller will start to
operate in constant charging mode.

B) Constant Charging

When the battery voltage reaches the constant voltage set point, the controller will start to operate in
constant charging mode. The MPPT charging stops during this process, and the charging current will
drop gradually simultaneously. Constant charging has two stages, namely, equalize charging and boost
charging. These two charging processes are not repeated. Among them, equalized charging starts on
the 28th of each month.
 Boost Charging
The default duration of the boost charging stage is generally 2 hours. Customers can adjust the constant
time and preset value according to actual needs. The system will switch to the float charging stage when
the duration is equal to the set value.
 Equalize Charging

Explosive Risk! Equalizing flooded batteries would produce explosive gases, so well

WARNING ventilation of the battery box is recommended.

 Equipment damage!
 Equalization may increase battery voltage to the level that damages sensitive
DC loads. Verify that the load's allowable input voltages are greater than the
equalize charging voltage.

CAUTION  Over-charging and excessive gas precipitation may damage the battery plates
and activate material shedding on them. Too high an equalized charging or for
too long may cause damage. Please carefully review the specific requirements
of the battery used in the system.

Some battery types benefit from equalizing charging, stirring electrolytes, balancing battery voltage, and
accomplishing chemical reactions. Equalize charging increases the battery voltage to make it higher than
the standard complement voltage, gasifying the battery electrolyte.
If the controller automatically controls the next charge for equalizing charging, the equalizing charging
time is 120 minutes. Equalize and boost charges are not carried out constantly in a full charge process to
avoid too much gas precipitation or overheating of the battery.

 Due to the installation environment or load work, the system may not stabilize

CAUTION: the battery voltage at a constant voltage. The controller will accumulate the time

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 when the battery voltage is equal to the set value. When the accumulative time
is equal to 3 hours, the system will automatically switch to float charging.
 If the controller time is not adjusted, the controller will equalize charging
following the inner time.

C) Float Charging

After the constant charging stage, the controller will reduce the battery voltage to the float charging
preset voltage by reducing the charging current. During the floating charge stage, the battery is charged
weakly to ensure that the battery is maintained in a fully charged state. In the float charging stage, loads
can obtain almost all power from the solar panel. Suppose loads' power exceeds the solar array's power.
In that case, the controller will no longer maintain the battery voltage in the float charging stage. When
the battery voltage goes lower than the boost voltage reconnect voltage, the system will exit the float
charging stage and enter the bulk charging stage again.

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2 Installation

2.1 Attentions

 Please read the instructions to familiarize yourself with the installation steps before installation.
 Do not install the controller in humid, high salt spray, corrosion, greasy, flammable, explosive, dust
accumulative, or other severe environments.
 Be 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 short circuit of the battery.
 Acid gas may be generated when the battery is charged. Confirm that the surrounding environment
is well ventilated.
 Avoid direct sunlight and rain infiltration when installing it outdoor.
 Loose power connectors and corroded wires may produce high heat that can melt wire insulation,
burn surrounding materials, or even cause a fire. Ensure tight connections and secure cables with
cable clamps to prevent them from swaying in moving applications.
 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.
 The wire size of the grounding wire should not be less than 4mm2.

 The torque of tightening the wiring screw should not be less than 1.2N.m.

2.2 Requirements for the PV array

Serial connection (string) of PV modules

As the core component of the solar system, the controller needs to suit various types of 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.
Tracer1206/2206AN G3:

36cell 48cell 54cell Voc＜ 60cell

System voltage Voc＜ 23V Voc＜ 31V 34V Voc＜ 38V

Max. Best Max. Best Max. Best Max. Best

12V 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 1

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 24V 2 2 - - - - - -

72cell 96cell Thin-Film

System voltage Voc＜ 46V Voc＜ 62V module
Max. Best Max. Best Voc＞ 80V
12V 1 1 - - -
24V 1 1 - - -

The above parameters are calculated under the STC (Standard Test
Condition)--module temperature 25℃, air mass1.5, irradiance 1000W/m2.)
CAUTION

Tracer1210/2210/3210/4210AN G3:

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

The above parameters are calculated under the STC (Standard Test
Condition)--module temperature 25℃, air mass1.5, irradiance 1000W/m2.)
CAUTION

2.3 Wire size

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

 PV wire size

The PV array's output current varies with size, connection method, and sunlight angle. Its ISC (short
circuit current) can calculate the minimum wire size. Please refer to the ISC value in the PV module's
specifications. When the PV modules are connected in series, the total ISC equals any PV module's ISC.
When the PV modules are connected in parallel, the total ISC equals the sum of the PV module's ISC.

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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 below:

Max. PV input Max. PV wire

Model Circuit breaker
current size＊

Tracer1206/1210AN G3 10A 4mm2/12AWG 16A/125V/2P

Tracer2206/2210AN G3 20A 6mm2/10AWG 32A/125V/2P

Tracer3210AN G3 30A 10mm /8AWG2

40A/125V/2P

Tracer4210AN G3 40A 16mm2/6AWG 63A/125V/2P

The total voltage must not exceed the PV maximum open-circuit voltage when the PV
modules are connected in series. The PV maximum open-circuit voltage is
CAUTION 46V(Tracer**06AN G3) or 92V(Tracer**10AN G3) at 25℃ environment temperature.

 Battery and Load Wire Size

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

Rated Rated
Battery wire Load wire Circuit
Model charge discharg
size size breaker
current e current
16A/125
Tracer1206/1210AN G3 10A 10A 4mm2/12AWG 4mm2/12AWG
V/2P
32A/125
Tracer2206/2210AN G3 20A 20A 6mm2/10AWG 6mm2/10AWG
V/2P
40A/125
Tracer3210AN G3 30A 30A 10mm2/8AWG 10mm2/8AWG
V/2P
63A/125
Tracer4210AN G3 40A 40A 16mm2/6AWG 16mm2/6AWG
V/2P

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

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

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2.4 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.

WARNING  Risk of electric shock! The PV array may generate a high open-circuit voltage
when wiring the PV modules. Disconnect the breaker or fast-acting fuse first,
and be careful when wiring.

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

Figure2-1 Mounting
Step 2：Connect the system in the order of battery -- load --PV array following Figure 2-2,"
Schematic Wiring Diagram," and disconnect the system in the reverse order.

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 Figure 2-2 Schematic Wiring Diagram

 Please do not connect the circuit breaker or fast-acting fuse during the wiring
and ensure that the electrode polarity is correctly connected.
 A fast-acting 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.
 The cable length of the battery should not exceed 3 meters.
 The recommended cable length of the PV array should not exceed 3 meters

CAUTION (Note: If the cable length of the PV array is less than 3 meters, the system
meets EN/IEC61000-6-3 requirements. If more than 3 meters, the system may
not meet EN/IEC61000-6-3 requirements).
 Suppose the controller is to be used in an area with frequent lightning strikes
or an unattended area. In that case, it must install an external surge arrester.
 If an inverter is to be connected to the system, connect the inverter directly to
the battery, not to the load side of the controller.

Step 3：Grounding
Tracer-AN G3 series are common-negative controllers. Negative terminals of the PV array, the battery,
and the load can be grounded simultaneously, or any negative terminal is grounded. However, according
to the practical application, the negative terminals of the PV array, battery, and load can also be

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ungrounded. However, the grounding terminal on its shell must be grounded. It shields electromagnetic
interference and avoids electric shock to the human body.

It is recommended to use a common-negative controller for common-negative

systems, such as the RV system. The controller may be damaged if a

CAUTION common-positive controller is used and the positive electrode is grounded in the
common-negative system.

Step 4：Connect accessories

 Connect the temperature sensor

Included Accessory: Optional Accessory:

ExternalRT-MF58R47K3.81A)
(Model: temperature sensor Remote
(Model: Temperature Sensor
RTS300R47K3.81A)
Connect one end of the remote temperature sensor cable to the interface ③ and place the other end
close to the battery.

Suppose the remote temperature sensor is not connected to the controller or is

damaged. In that case, the controller will charge or discharge the battery at the
CAUTION
default 25 ºC (no temperature compensation).

 Connect the accessories for RS485 communication

Refer to 3.3 "Setting."

The internal circuit of the RS485 port has no isolation design. Connecting an

CAUTION RS485 communication isolator to the port is recommended before communicating.

Step 5：Power on the controller

Connect the battery fast-acting fuse to power the controller. Check the battery indicator status (the
controller operates normally when the indicator is lit green). Connect the fast-acting fuse and circuit
breaker of the load and PV array. Then the system will be operating in preprogrammed mode.

If the controller is not operating properly or the battery indicator shows an

CAUTION abnormality, please refer to 4.2 "Troubleshooting."

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3 LCD

Note: The display screen can be viewed clearly when the angle between the end-users horizontal
sight and the display screen is within 90°. If the angle exceeds 90°, the information on the display
screen cannot be viewed clearly.

3.1 Buttons
Mode Note

Load ON/OFF It can turn the load On/Off via the ENTER button in manual load mode.

Clear fault Press the ENTER button.

Browsing mode Press the SELECT button.

Press the ENTER button and hold on 5s to enter the setting mode. Press the
SELECT button to set the parameters. Press the ENTER button to confirm
Setting mode
the setting parameters or no operation for 10s. It will exit the setting interface
automatically.

3.2 Interface

1） Status Description

Name Icon Status

Day

PV array Night

No charge

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 Charging

PV array's voltage, current, and generate

energy
Battery capacity, In charging

Battery Battery Voltage, Current, Temperature

Battery type

Load ON

Load
Load OFF

Current/Consumed energy/Load mode

2） Error codes

Status Icon Instruction

Battery Battery level shows empty, battery frame
over-discharged blink, fault icon blink
Battery level shows full, battery frame
Battery over voltage
blink, fault icon blink
Battery level shows current value, battery
Battery overheating
frame blink, fault icon blink

Load failure Overload①, Load short circuit

① When the load current reaches1.02-1.05 times, 1.05-1.25 times, 1.25-1.35 times, and 1.35-1.5 times
more than the rated value, the controller will automatically turn off the loads in 50 seconds, 30
seconds,10 seconds, and 2 seconds respectively.
3） Browse interface

Press the SELECT button to cycle display the following interfaces.

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3.3 Setting

3.3.1 Clear the generated energy

Step 1: Press the ENTER button and hold 5s under the PV-generated energy interface, and the value
will flash.
Step 2: Press the ENTER button to clear the generated energy.

3.3.2 Switch the battery temperature unit

Press the button and hold for 5s under the battery temperature interface to switch the temperature unit.

3.3.3 Battery type

1. Supported battery types

Sealed(default)
1 Battery Gel
Flooded
Lithium LiFePO4 (4S/12V; 8S/24V)
2
battery Li(NiCoMn)O2 (3S/12V; 6S/24V; 7S/24V)
3 User
2. Local set the battery type

Operation:

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Step1: Press the SELECT button to jump to the battery voltage interface.

Step2: Press and hold the ENTER button until the battery-type interface flashes.

Step3: Press the SELECT button to change the battery type, shown below:

Step4: Press the ENTER button to confirm.

3. Remote set the battery parameters

1) Setting the battery parameters by PC software

Connect the controller's RJ45 port to the PC's USB interface via a USB to RS485 cable. When selecting
the battery type as "USE," set the voltage parameters by the PC software.

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2) Setting the battery parameters by APP
 Via an external WiFi 2.4G adapter

Connect the controller to an external WiFi 2.4G adapter by the RS485 communication port. End-users
can set the voltage parameters by the APP after selecting the battery type as "USE." Refer to the cloud
APP manual for details.

 Via an external Bluetooth adapter

Connect the controller to an external Bluetooth adapter by the RS485 communication port. End-users
can set the voltage parameters by the APP after selecting the battery type as "USE." Refer to the cloud
APP manual for details.

3) Setting the battery parameters by MT52

Connect the controller to the remote meter (MT52) through a standard network cable. After selecting the
battery type as "USE," set the voltage parameters by the MT52. Refer to the MT52 manual or after-sales
engineer for details.

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4. Local set the battery parameters

Operation:
Step1: Press and hold the ENTER button to enter the battery type interface on the battery voltage
interface.
Step2: Press the SELECT button to change the battery type, such as selecting the "GEL," and then
press the ENTER button to confirm and go back to the battery voltage interface automatically.

Step3: On the battery voltage interface, press and hold the ENTER button to enter the battery type
interface again.

Step4: Press the SELECT button to change the battery type to the "USE." Under the "USE" battery type,
the battery parameters can be set via the LCD.

Parameters Default Range Operation Steps

1) Under the "USE" interface, press the ENTER
button to enter the "SYS" interface.
2) Press the ENTER button again to display the
System voltage level 12/24 current "SYS" value.
12VDC 3) Press the SELECT button to modify the
(SYS) VDC parameter.
4) Press the ENTER button to confirm and enter
the next parameter.
Boost charging voltage
14.4V 9~17V
(BCV)
Float charging voltage 5) Press the ENTER button again to display the
13.8V 9~17V current-voltage value.
(FCV) 6) Press the SELECT button to modify the
Low voltage reconnect parameter (short press to increase 0.1V, long
12.6V 9~17V press to decrease 0.1V).
voltage (LVR) 7) Press the ENTER button to confirm and enter
the next parameter.
Low voltage
disconnect voltage 11.1V 9~17V
(LVD)

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 Press the SELECT button to modify the switch
Lithium battery
status.
protection enable NO YES/NO
Note: It exists automatically from the current
(LEN)
interface after no operation of more than 10S.
The SYS value can only be modified under the non-lithium "USE" type. If the battery type is
Sealed, Gel, Flooded before entering the "USE" type, the SYS value can be modified. The SYS
value cannot be modified if it is a lithium battery type before entering the "USE" type.
Only the above battery parameters can be set on the local controller. The remaining battery
parameters follow the following logic (the voltage level of the 12V system is 1, and the voltage
level of the 24V system is 2).

Battery type
Sealed/Gel/Flooded
Battery LiFePO4 User Li(NiCoMn)O2 User
User
parameters

Over voltage BCV+1.4V*voltage BCV+0.3V*voltage BCV+0.3V*voltage

disconnect voltage level level level
BCV+0.6V*voltage BCV+0.1V*voltage BCV+0.1V*voltage
Charging limit voltage
level level level
Over voltage reconnect BCV+0.6V*voltage BCV+0.1V*voltage
Boost charging voltage
voltage level level
Equalize charging BCV+0.2V*voltage Boost charging
Boost charging voltage
voltage level voltage
Boost reconnect FCV-0.6V*voltage FCV-0.6V*voltage
FCV-0.1V*voltage level
charging voltage level level
Under voltage warning UVW+0.2V*voltage UVW+0.2V*voltage UVW+1.7V*voltage
reconnect voltage level level level
Under voltage warning LVD+0.9V*voltage LVD+0.9V*voltage
LVD+1.2V*voltage level
voltage level level
Discharging limit LVD-0.5V*voltage LVD-0.1V*voltage
LVD-0.1V*voltage level
voltage level level

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5. Battery voltage parameters

 Measure the parameters in the condition of 12V/25ºC. Please double the values in the 24V
system.

Battery type

Battery 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 9~15.5V
Over voltage reconnect 15.0V 15.0V 15.0V
9~15.5V
voltage
Equalize charging voltage 14.6V -- 14.8V 9~15.5V
Boost charging voltage 14.4V 14.2V 14.6V 9~15.5V
Float charging voltage 13.8V 13.8V 13.8V 9~15.5V
Boost reconnect charging 13.2V 13.2V 13.2V
9~15.5V
voltage
Low voltage reconnect 12.6V 12.6V 12.6V
9~15.5V
voltage
Under voltage warning 12.2V 12.2V 12.2V
9~15.5V
reconnect voltage
Under voltage warning 12.0V 12.0V 12.0V
9~15.5V
voltage
Low voltage disconnect 11.1V 11.1V 11.1V
9~15.5V
voltage
Discharging limit voltage 10.6V 10.6V 10.6V 9~15.5V
Equalize Duration 120 minutes -- 120 minutes 0～180 minutes
Boost Duration 120 minutes 120 minutes 120 minutes 10～180 minutes

When the default battery type is selected, the battery voltage parameters cannot be

CAUTION modified. To change these parameters, select the "USE" type.

 When the battery type is "USE," the battery voltage parameters follow the following logic:

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

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6. Lithium Battery voltage parameters

Battery type LNCM

LFP

LNCM LNCM LNCM

LFP4S LFP8S User
Battery parameters 3S 6S 7S

Over voltage
14.8V 29.6 V 12.8 V 25.6 V 29.8 V 9~17V
disconnect voltage
Charging limit voltage 14.6 V 29.2 V 12.6 V 25.2 V 29.4 V 9~15.5
Over voltage
14.6 V 29.2 V 12.5 V 25.0 V 29.1 V 9~15.5
reconnect voltage
Equalize charging
14.5 V 29.0 V 12.5 V 25.0 V 29.1 V 9~15.5
voltage
Boost charging voltage 14.5 V 29.0 V 12.5 V 25.0 V 29.1 V 9~15.5
Float charging voltage 13.8 V 27.6 V 12.2 V 24.4 V 28.4 V 9~15.5
Boost reconnect
13.2 V 26.4 V 12.1 V 24.2 V 28.2 V 9~15.5
charging voltage
Low voltage reconnect
12.8 V 25.6 V 10.5 V 21.0 V 24.5 V 9~15.5
voltage
Under voltage warning
12.2 V 24.4 V 12.2 V 24.4 V 28.4 V 9~15.5
reconnect voltage
Under voltage warning
12.0 V 24.0 V 10.5 V 21.0 V 24.5 V 9~15.5
voltage
Low voltage
11.1 V 22.2 V 9.3 V 18.6 V 21.7 V 9~15.5
disconnect voltage
Discharging limit
11.0 V 22.0 V 9.3 V 18.6 V 21.7 V 9~15.5
voltage

 The battery parameter under the "User" battery type is 9-17V for LFP4S. They should x2 for
LFP8S.

 When the battery type is "USE," the Lithium battery voltage parameters follow the following
logic:

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

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 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 required accuracy of BMS is no higher than 0.2V. We will not assume

CAUTION responsibility for the abnormal when the accuracy of BMS is higher than 0.2 v.

3.3.4 Load modes

When the LCD shows the above interface, operate as follows:

Operation:

Step1: Press the SELECT button to jump to the load type interface.
Step2: Press and hold the ENTER button until the load type interface flashes.
Step3: Press the SELECT button to modify the load type.
Step4: Press the ENTER button to confirm.
1. Load mode list

1** Timer 1 2** Timer 2

100 Light ON/OFF 2n Disabled
The load will be on for 1 hour since The load will be on for 1 hour
101 201
sunset before sunrise
The load will be on for 2 hours The load will be on for 2 hours
102 202
since sunset before sunrise
The load will be on for 3 ~13 hours The load will be on for 3 ~13 hours
103~113 203~213
since sunset before sunrise
The load will be on for 14 hours The load will be on for 14 hours
114 214
since sunset before sunrise
The load will be on for 15 hours The load will be on for 15 hours
115 215
since sunset before sunrise
116 Test mode 2n Disabled

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 117 Manual mode(Default load ON)
Always ON mode (The load always
maintains the output state, and this 2n Disabled
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mode is suitable for loads that
require 24-hour power supply)

When selecting the load mode as the Light ON/OFF mode, Test mode, and Manual

CAUTION mode, only the Timer 1 can be set, and the Timer 2 is disabled and display "2 n ".

2. Set load mode

Set the load modes by PC software, APP, or remote meter (MT52). For detailed connection diagrams
and settings, refer to chapter “3.3.3 Battery type > 3. Remote set the battery parameters.”

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4 Others

4.1 Protection
No. Protections Instruction
When the actual PV array's charging current or power is higher than the
1 PV Over Current controller's rated charging current or power, the controller will charge the
battery per the rated current or power.
Not in the PV charging state, the controller will not be damaged when the PV
PV short-circuit array is short-circuited.
2
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 damaged
PV reverse
and resume work after correcting the mis-wiring.
3 polarity
CAUTION: If the PV array is reversed and its actual power is 1.5 times
protection
the controller's rated power, the controller may be damaged.
Night reverse
4 charging Avoid the battery from discharging to the PV module at night.
protection
The battery can be reversely connected when the PV is disconnected or
Battery reverse reversely connected. Correct the wire connection to resume work.
5
protection WARNING: The controller will be damaged when the PV connection is
correct and the battery connection is reversed!
Battery over When the battery voltage reaches the over voltage disconnect voltage, the
6 voltage PV array will automatically stop charging the battery to avoid battery
protection damage.
Battery
The battery discharging is automatically stopped when the battery voltage is
7 over-discharging
lower than the low voltage disconnect voltage.
protection
Battery The controller detects the battery temperature through an external
8 overheating temperature sensor. The battery stops working when its temperature
protection exceeds 65℃ and resumes work when it is below 55℃.

When the temperature detected by the optional temperature sensor is lower

Lithium battery than the Low-Temperature Protection Threshold(LTPT), the controller will
9 low temperature stop charging and discharging automatically. When the detected
protection temperature is higher than the LTPT, the controller will work automatically
(The LTPT is 0 °C by default and can be set within 10 ~ -40 °C).

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 When a short circuit occurs on the load side (four times higher than the
rated load current), the controller automatically cuts off the output. The
output still attempts to resume five times automatically (delay 5 seconds, 10
Load short
10 seconds, 15 seconds, 20 seconds, 25 seconds). Suppose you want the
circuit protection
controller to restart the auto-recovery process. In that case, you need to
press the Load button, restart the controller, or experience a night-to-day
change (night time > 3 hours).
If the load current exceeds 1.05 times the controller's rating, the controller
will cut off the output after a delay. After the overload occurs, the output
attempts to resume automatically five times (delay of 5 seconds, 10
Overload
11 seconds, 15 seconds, 20 seconds, and 25 seconds). Suppose you want the
protection
controller to restart the auto-recovery process. In that case, you need to
press the Load button, restart the controller, or experience a night-to-day
change (night time > 3 hours).
An internal temperature sensor can detect the internal temperature of the
Device
controller. The controller stops working when its internal temperature is
12 overheating
higher than 85℃and resumes working when its internal temperature is
protection
below 75℃.

The controller's internal circuitry is designed with Transient Voltage

TVS high
Suppressors (TVS), which can only protect against high-voltage surge
voltage
13 pulses with less energy. Suppose the controller is to be used in an area with
transients
frequent lightning strikes. In that case, it is recommended to install an
protection
external surge arrester.
★ When the controller's internal temperature reaches 81℃, the charging power automatic reduction
function is enabled. Temperature increases by 1 ℃, and the charging power is reduced by 5%, 10%,
20%, and 40%. If the internal temperature exceeds 85℃, the controller stops charging the battery. When

the internal temperature is lower than or equal to 75ºC, the controller resumes charging per the rated
charging power.

4.2 Troubleshooting
Faults Faults Troubleshooting
When there is plenty of direct
PV array Confirm whether the connection of the
sunlight on the PV array, the LCD
open-circuit PV array is correct and tight.
shows
The battery Please check the battery's voltage (at
The wire connection is correct; the
voltage is lower least 8V voltage to activate the
controller is not working.
than 8V. controller).

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 Check whether the battery voltage is
Battery over higher than OVD (over voltage
Battery frame blink,
voltage disconnect voltage) and disconnect the
fault icon blink
PV array connection.
① When the battery voltage is restored to

Battery frame blink, or above LVR (low voltage reconnect

Battery over
voltage), the load will recover.
discharged fault icon blink
②Take other ways to recharge the
battery.
Battery While the temperature declines below
Battery frame blink,
overheating 55 ºC, the controller will resume.
fault icon blink
① Please reduce the number of electric
devices.
Overload
1. Load off ② Restart the controller or press the
button to clear faults.
Load and fault
① Check carefully loads connection,
2 icon blink
clear the fault,
Load short-circuit
② Restart the controller or press the
button to clear faults.

① When the load current goes higher than 1.02-1.05 times, 1.05-1.25 times, 1.25-1.35 times, and
1.35-1.5 times the rated value, the controller may automatically turn offloads in 50 seconds, 30
seconds,10 seconds, and 2 seconds respectively.

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4.3 Maintenance

The following inspections and maintenance tasks are recommended at least twice yearly for good

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 by sun exposure, frictional wear,

dryness, insects or rats, etc. Repair or replace some wires if necessary.

 Verify the indicator display is consistent with the actual operation. Pay attention to any

troubleshooting or error conditions. Take necessary corrective action.

 Confirm that terminals have no corrosion, insulation damaged, high temperature, 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 other equipment.

Risk of electric shock! Ensure that the power is turned off before the above

CAUTION operations, and then follow the corresponding inspections and operations.

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5 Specifications

Tracer1206AN Tracer2206AN Tracer1210AN Tracer2210AN Tracer3210AN Tracer4210AN

Parameter
G3 G3 G3 G3 G3 G3
Electrical Parameters

Battery Rated Voltage 12/24VDC ① Auto-recognition

Rated Charging Current 10A 20A 10A 20A 30A 40A
Rated Discharge Current 10A 20A 10A 20A 30A 40A
Controller Work Voltage Range 8~31V
PV Maximum Open-circuit 60V② 100V②
Voltage 46V③ 92V③
MPPT Voltage Range (Battery voltage +2V)~36V (Battery voltage +2V)~72V
130W/12V 260W/12V 130W/12V 260W/12V 390W/12V 520W/12V
Rated Charging Power
260W/24V 520W/24V 260W/24V 520W/24V 780W/24V 1040W/24V
≤8mA(12V)
Static Losses
≤5mA(24V)
Discharge-circuit Voltage Drop ≤0.23V
Temperature Compensation④ -3mV/℃/2V (Default)
Grounding Type Common negative
RS485 Port 5VDC/200mA(RJ45)
LCD Backlight Time Default:60S, Range:0~999S(0 seconds: the backlight is ON all the time)
Environmental parameters

Work Temperature Range⑤ -25℃~+45℃(100% loads working)

Storage Temperature Range -20℃~+70℃
Relative Humidity < 95% (N.C.)
Enclosure IP30
① When a lithium battery is used, the system voltage isn't automatically identified.

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② At minimum operating environment temperature
③ At 25℃ environment temperature

④ When a lithium battery is used, the temperature compensation coefficient will be 0 and can't be changed.
⑤The controller can full load working in the working environment temperature. When the internal temperature reaches 81℃, the reducing charging

power mode is turned on. Refer to chapter 4.1 Protection.

Mechanical parameters

Model Tracer1206/1210AN G3 Tracer2206/2210AN G3 Tracer3210AN G3 Tracer4210AN G3

Dimension
172x139x44mm 220x154x52mm 228x164x55mm 252x180x63mm
(L x W x H)
Mounting Size
124x130mm 170x145mm 170x155mm 204x171mm
(L x W)
Mounting Hole
Φ5mm
Size
Terminal 12AWG(4mm2) 6AWG(16mm2) 6AWG(16mm2) 6AWG(16mm2)
Recommended
12AWG(4mm2) 10AWG(6mm2) 8AWG(10mm2) 6AWG(16mm2)
Wire Size
Net Weight 0.57kg 0.94kg 1.26kg 1.65kg

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Annex I Conversion Efficiency Curves

Test condition: Illumination Intensity: 1000W/m2 Temperature: 25

Model: Tracer1206AN G3
1. PV array Max. power point voltage(17V, 34V)/system voltage(13V)

2. PV array Max. power point voltage(34V, 45V)/system voltage(26V)

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Model: Tracer1210AN G3
1. PV array Max. power point voltage(17V, 34V)/system voltage(13V)

2. PV array Max. power point voltage(34V, 45V)/system voltage(26V)

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Model: Tracer2206AN G3
1. PV array Max. power point voltage(17V, 34V)/system voltage(13V)

2. PV array Max. power point voltage(34V, 42V)/system voltage(26V)

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Model: Tracer2210AN G3
1. PV array Max. power point voltage(17V, 34V)/system voltage(13V)

2. PV array Max. power point voltage(34V, 51V, 68V)/system voltage(26V)

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Model: Tracer3210AN G3
1. PV array Max. power point voltage(17V, 34V)/system voltage(13V)

2. PV array Max. power point voltage(34V, 51V, 68V)/system voltage(26V)

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Model: Tracer4210AN G3
1. PV array Max. power point voltage(17V, 34V)/system voltage(13V)

2. PV array Max. power point voltage(34V, 51V, 68V)/system voltage(26V)

Any changes without prior notice! Version number: V2.0

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