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Curtis Acuity 1030 User Manual

Curtis Acuity 1030
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Manual
Model 1030
Acuity
®
Battery Monitoring System
Read Instructions Carefully!
Specications are subject to change without notice.
© 2017 Curtis Instruments, Inc. ® Curtis is a registered trademark of Curtis Instruments, Inc.
© The design and appearance of the products depicted herein are the copyright of Curtis Instruments, Inc. 38442, Rev C 11/17
Curtis Instruments, Inc.
200 Kisco Avenue
Mt. Kisco, NY 10549
www.curtisinstruments.com
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Curtis Acuity 1030 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandCurtis
ModelAcuity 1030
CategoryMeasuring Instruments
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Overview of Curtis Acuity Battery Monitoring System

System Components

Lists the components of the Acuity Battery Monitoring System, including module, software, and dongle.

Key Features

Highlights the system's capabilities like accurate SOC calculation, witness data, and CANbus integration.

CANopen Convenience

Explains the Acuity's compliance with CANopen standards for communication and integration.

Installation and Wiring Guide

Mounting the Acuity Module

Details how to locate and secure the Acuity module on the battery using acid-resistant tie wraps.

Sensor and Power Connections

Explains connecting power (B+/B-) and temperature sensor using 5/16" ring terminals.

Current Sensor Installation

Describes the correct polarity-sensitive orientation and mounting of the current sensor for accurate readings.

CAN Connections

Explains CAN connector types, acid resistance considerations, and termination resistors for bus setup.

Acu-Set Software Operations

Connecting to the Computer

Details the steps to connect the Acuity to a PC using the Peak USB-to-CAN dongle and harness.

Establishing Communication

Explains how to set up communication via the COMM tab, selecting dongle, baud rate, and Node ID.

Configuring the Acuity

Guides users through setting battery-specific parameters using the Config tab and various configuration methods.

Power Prover Mode

Describes how to view and record instantaneous battery performance data using the Power Prover screen.

Handling Historical Data

Explains how to retrieve, view, and manage historical battery data using the Historical Data screen.

Programming the Acuity

Details the process of re-programming the Acuity with updated firmware using the Program screen.

CANopen Communications Protocol

Minimum State Machine

Describes the CANopen minimum state machine with its four defined states: Initialization, Pre-Operational, Operational, and Stopped.

Baud Rates and Node Addresses

Covers selectable baud rates and the role of node addresses in CANopen communication.

Message Identifiers and NMT Messages

Details standard CANopen message types, identifiers, and the function of NMT messages for state control.

Heartbeat Messages

Explains the purpose and data content of periodic heartbeat messages sent by the Acuity.

PDO Communications

SDO Communications Protocol

SDO Master Request (SDO-MOSI)

Details the structure and content of SDO messages sent from the master to the Acuity for parameter access.

SDO Response and Types

Covers SDO response messages from the Acuity, error handling, and the three main types of SDO objects.

Device Parameter Objects

Parameter Definitions

Defines key device parameters accessible via SDOs, including voltage, profile, ID, discharge, and efficiency settings.

Configuring Parameters

Guides on setting configurable parameters using keywords and the STOR command for non-volatile storage.

Resetting the SoC

Explains the specific SDO object used to reset the battery's State of Charge to 100%.

Device Monitor Objects

Historical Records Overview

Explains the generation, storage, and retrieval of historical records from the Acuity.

Record Structure and Retrieval

Details the format of historical records, parameter allocation, and the 4-byte data retrieval method.

Retrieving Historical Data

Outlines the steps to find specific historical record numbers and retrieve detailed data using SDO commands.

Specifications

Electrical and Environmental Specs

Details operating voltage, isolation, temperature range, humidity, protection, vibration, shock, and chemical resistance.

EMC and Regulatory Approvals

Covers emission, immunity, ESD standards, and UL recognition status for the device.

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