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Mastervolt ALPHA PRO

Mastervolt ALPHA PRO
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ALPHA PRO
Firmware Version 4.0 and higher
ADVANCED 3-STEP CHARGE REGULATOR FOR STANDARD
AND HIGH-PERFORMANCE ALTERNATORS
USER AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
www.mastervolt.com
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Mastervolt ALPHA PRO Specifications

General IconGeneral
Output Voltage12 V / 24 V
Temperature SensorYes
ProtectionOver temperature
Temperature Range-20°C to 50°C (-4°F to 122°F)
Charging Algorithm3-stage (bulk, absorption, float)

Summary

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNINGS AND SYMBOLS

Pictograms indicating safety warnings and instructions.

USE FOR INTENDED PURPOSE

Defines correct usage and restrictions of the charge regulator.

MAINTENANCE & REPAIR

Procedures for safe maintenance and repair activities.

GENERAL SAFETY AND INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS

General safety rules for installation and operation of the charge regulator.

WARNING REGARDING THE USE OF BATTERIES

Safety precautions and hazards when working with batteries.

WARNING REGARDING LIFE SUPPORT APPLICATIONS

Prohibition of using the charge regulator in life support systems.

GENERAL INFORMATION

USE OF THIS MANUAL

Defines the scope and models covered by the manual.

LIABILITY

Mastervolt's disclaimer of liability for product use and consequences.

WARRANTY

Details the product warranty terms, conditions, and limitations.

DISCLAIMER

Notes on product development, data changes, and rights derived.

IDENTIFICATION LABEL

Explains the information on the product's identification label for service.

CORRECT DISPOSAL OF THIS PRODUCT

Guidance on environmentally friendly disposal of the product.

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

OVERVIEW OF THE ALPHA PRO CHARGE REGULATOR

Introduces the product and its main components in a charging system.

THE 3-STEP+ CHARGE PROCESS

Explains the automatic charging stages: Bulk, Absorption, and Float.

TEMPERATURE COMPENSATED CHARGING

Describes how temperature compensation affects charging voltage for battery longevity.

ALTERNATORS FROM OTHER BRANDS

Information on using an optional temperature sensor with non-Mastervolt alternators.

INSTALLATION

UNPACKING

Lists items included in the product packaging for initial setup.

WIRING INSTRUCTIONS

General guidelines and safety warnings for connecting the charge regulator wiring.

Reg on

Explains the connection and function of the "reg on" wire for voltage measurement.

Connection of the battery temperature sensor (included)

Details how to connect the included battery temperature sensor for compensation.

Connection of a tachometer (optional)

Describes how to connect an optional tachometer for RPM monitoring.

Connection of a D+ lamp (optional)

Explains connecting an optional charge indicator lamp for status indication.

Connection of a battery isolator (optional)

Details connecting an optional battery isolator for multi-bank charging systems.

COMMISSIONING

SELECTING THE CHARGING MODE

How to select the charging mode via switch or MasterBus for system setup.

KEEP ALIVE FUNCTION (OPTION)

Explains the function to keep RPM meter active when alternator field current drops.

POWER CURVE (OPTION)

How to limit charge current based on engine RPM to prevent slipping.

TEMPERATURE CONFIGURATION (OPTION)

Settings for battery or alternator temperature compensation for optimal performance.

TESTING

Procedures for testing the system before starting the engine for proper function.

In operation test

Steps to test the charge regulator during operation to verify functionality.

Voltage sensing

Explains how the regulator measures battery voltage for accuracy.

OPERATION

Basic operational behavior of the regulator after engine start and stop.

MASTERBUS

WHAT IS MASTERBUS?

Introduces the MasterBus decentralized data network for system communication.

HOW TO SET UP A MASTERBUS NETWORK

Guidelines for connecting devices to the MasterBus network.

MASTERBUS FUNCTIONS

Overview of functions and settings available via the MasterBus network.

Monitoring

Details of monitored values and their meanings for system status.

Alarms

Lists possible alarms and their meanings for troubleshooting.

History

Information logged in the history function for past events.

Configuration

Explains how to configure settings using MasterAdjust software for optimal performance.

Events

How to configure events and actions within the MasterBus network.

Event source list (Alpha Pro as event source)

Lists events that the Alpha Pro can trigger on other MasterBus devices.

Event target list (Alpha Pro as event target)

Lists events that the Alpha Pro can respond to from other MasterBus devices.

MasterShunt connected to Alpha Pro

How connecting a MasterShunt enhances functionality and battery protection.

MAINTENANCE

TROUBLESHOOTING

TECHNICAL DATA

SPECIFICATIONS ALPHA PRO CHARGE REGULATOR

Lists detailed technical specifications and product data for the Alpha Pro.

CHARACTERISTICS

Graphical representation of the 3-step+ charging characteristics over time.

DIMENSIONS

Physical dimensions of the Alpha Pro charge regulator in mm and inches.

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