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Diagnosing CANBUS Communication Problems
CANBUS is a high speed network which requires high quality wiring in order to operate properly. As such, it is sensitive to improper wiring. The majority of CANBUS communication problems are caused by poor wiring, incorrect termination, or the use … Continue reading
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No cell voltages appear (Orion Jr. BMS)
Common Causes: Incorrect Cell Population Settings BMS is configured with default settings (default settings will show no cell voltages). Cell wiring harnesses not connected to the BMS Cell tap wiring error Internal damage to the BMS Note: If the BMS … Continue reading
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Problems connecting to the Orion Jr. BMS unit via PC software
This guide is for the Orion Jr. BMS (plastic unit for 16 cells), pictured below. IIf you have a metal standard Orion BMS unit, click here for troubleshooting steps. Diagnosing communication problems can be frustrating since there are many possible … Continue reading
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P0A0D – Cell Voltage Over 5 Volts
The cell tap harness should be immediately disconnected from the BMS if this fault code is set. Leaving the harness connected to the BMS is likely to cause damage to the BMS and may indicate that a cell is severely … Continue reading
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Interfacing with Thunderstruck TSM2500 Chargers
Disclaimer: The following information is provided as a guide for integrating the Orion BMS with the Thunderstruck TSM2500 chargers. While the information here is believed to be correct, it is the user’s responsibility to verify all aspects of the end … Continue reading
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Retrieving Data With 3rd Party Devices
There are two distinct methods for retrieving data digitally from the Orion BMS / Orion Jr.: Regularly transmitted CANBUS messages and active data polling (sometimes referred to as on demand polling). Regularly Transmitted CANBUS Messages Using regularly transmitted CANBUS … Continue reading
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Orion Jr. BMS does not power up (LED stays off)
The Orion Jr. BMS has an optional low power shutdown that can limit the amount of power drawn from a dead battery. If the Orion Jr. BMS is not powering up, this low power shutdown is likely the cause, particularly … Continue reading
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CANBUS Elcon Charger isn’t charging, but should be (for standard Orion BMS)
Start with everything setup such that the charger should be charging the batteries. Step 1. Open the BMS utility and select File -> Connect to the BMS. If you are unable to connect ot the BMS, see the Troubleshooting Guide … Continue reading
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EVIC Display By Andromeda Interfaces
Ewert Energy Systems is pleased to announce the availability of the EVIC advanced display system by Andromeda Interfaces, Inc. Official manufacturer support for the EVIC display is available out of the box with the OrionBMS. The EVIC display touts a … Continue reading
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Cells are not balancing, but should be
For a detailed description of how balancing on the Orion BMS works, please see “How Balancing Works” in the operational manual. Balancing only occurs when power is applied to the CHARGE power pin, causing the BMS to enter into CHARGE … Continue reading
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