xantrex 975-1040-01-01 BLE Module User Guide
- June 4, 2024
- xantrex
Table of Contents
Xantrex BLE Module
Quickstart Guide
DANGER
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND EQUIPMENT DAMAGE
- Connect only to Safety Extra Low Voltage (SELV) circuits and power sources.
- Do not expose the BLE Module to rain, snow, spray, or bilge water. For indoor use only.
- Do not disassemble. No user-serviceable parts inside.
- Do not install and/or operate in compartments containing flammable materials or in locations that require ignition-protected equipment.
Failure to follow these instructions will result in physical injury and/or
equipment damage.
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Introduction
The Xantrex BLE Module is a communications accessory from Xantrex that enables a Xantrex XPLORE charger to be monitored or controlled wirelessly using a smart device such as a mobile phone.
| A | Xantrex BLE Module |
|---|---|
| B | 25-ft RJ-12 6-conductor communication cable |
| C | Quickstart Guide, mounting tape, and four screws |
| NOTE: | If any of the items are missing, contact your Xantrex dealer. |
ISED Notice
This device contains license-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply
with Innovation, Science, and Economic Development’s license-exempt RSS(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
- this device may not cause interference. and
- this device must accept any interference. Including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
RF Exposure
The device has been evaluated to meet the general RF exposure requirements.
The device can be used in portable exposure conditions without restriction.
Mounting
FCC Notice
This Class B digital device complies with Part 15B of the FCC and ICES-003 of
the ISED Canada Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
- This device may not cause harmful interference.
- This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15B of the FCC and ICES-003 of the ISED Canada Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
WARNING : Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
CAN ICES-3(B) / NMB-3(B)
FCC ID: 2A25B-XBLEM-BT
IC: 23407-XBLEMBT
Port
| A | communication port |
|---|---|
| B | flanges |
| C | LED |
Typical Connection Diagram
Only one auxiliary device can be connected at any time. In this diagram, a
Xantrex XPLORE charger is connected to the BLE Module.
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement
The device has been evaluated to meet the general RF exposure requirements.
The device can be used in mobile (min 20cm) exposure conditions without
restriction.
Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with ISED radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with
a minimum distance of 20cm between the radiator and your body.
Setting Up
| How to… | Steps |
|---|---|
| Connect the BLE Module to the XPLORE charger | 1. Download the Xantrex App to |
the smart device.
iOS: go to the App Store and search for “Xantrex App”.
Android device: go to the Google Play Store and search for “Xantrex App”.
2. Connect the BLE Module to the XPLORE charger. The XPLORE charger is the
BLE Module’s power source. The LED will start to flash.
3. Switch to Settings on the smart device.
4. Look for Bluetooth settings.
5. Look for and add Xantrex BLE Module.
6. Open the Xantrex App from the smart device.
Upgrade the BLE Module’s firmware.| 1. Obtain the firmware update file from
your Xantrex dealer and unzip the compressed file into your computer’s local
hard drive.
2. Rename the firmware file exactly to REMOTE.bin.
3. Plug and format a USB drive to FAT32 (1GB or more) on the PC.
4. Create a new folder on the USB drive called NextGen_Firmware.
5. Move the REMOTE.bin file into the NextGen_Firmware folder.
6. Safely eject the USB drive from the PC.
7. Turn off all loads connected to the Xantrex XPLORE charger.
8. Insert the USB drive into the USB port of the XPLORE charger.
9. Observe during the update that the USB LED will flash yellow during the
upgrade process. Once the process is complete, the flashing will stop then
turn to either solid green or red for about 5 seconds, and then off. Green
means successful and red means the upgrade process was unsuccessful.
10. If the upgrade process was unsuccessful, consider starting over from step
1 and making sure to reformat the USB drive according to step 3.
11. If the upgrade process was successful, remove the USB drive from the USB
port of the XPLORE charger.
Specifications
NOTE: Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
Electrical Specifications
Serial| RJ-12 port
Physical Specifications
| A – 2.95 in. (74.8 mm) with flanges,
2.78 in. (70.7 mm) with hole center
B – 0.97 in. (24.8 mm)
C – 1.98 in. (50.3 mm)
D – 1.18 in. (30.2 mm)
Weight| 0.08 lb (35 g)
Housing / Mounting System| ABS Plastic, Wall-mount: 2×2-screw
IP rating / Mounting Location| IP 20, NEMA Type 1, Indoor only
Temperature| Operating: -4 to 122°F (-20 to 50°C)
Storage: -40 to 185°F (-40 to 85°C)
Humidity| Operating: < 95%, non-condensing
Storage: < 95%, non-condensing
Regulatory
EMC emission Substances / environmental| FCC Part 15B, Class B, ISED Canada
ICES-003 Class B
FCC Part 15C and ISED Canada RF RSS standards compliance
RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU compliance
Contact Information
Telephone:
+1-800-670-0707
+1-408-987-6030
Email:
[email protected]
http://www.xantrex.com/power-products-support
Web:
http://www.xantrex.com
975-1040-01-01 Rev B
October 2021
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