WakeSpeed WS500 Pro Bluetooth® Alternator Regulator

Bluetooth® Connectivity

• The addition of Bluetooth® connectivity marks a substantial shift in how users can interact with their systems.
• Remote control and real-time monitoring for unmatched convenience. Plus, simple setup with the ability to program settings remotely.
• The upgraded CPU supports Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), allowing for wireless monitoring and configuration, which is particularly beneficial for installers and technicians, providing an effortless way to assess and adjust settings both during initial installation and in real-world scenarios.
• The firmware remains consistent with that of the WS500, adding Bluetooth capabilities and ensuring that all proven features of the previous model are carried over.

Advanced, Multi-PID Engine Control Provides the Most Accurate Charging Available

• Only regulation available to charge based on battery C-rates, tail current, and system loads.
• Actively regulates to desired alternator temperature, rather than reacting after an over-temperature condition occurs.
• Regulation based on battery temperature, delivered via sensor or CANbus, ensures safe charging within controlled parameters.

Wide Ranging Compatibility for Both Traditional Lead Acid & Lithium Battery Technologies

• Working directly with manufacturers, the WS500 Pro supports a comprehensive list of compatible lead-acid, AGM, and LiFePO4 batteries and can be easily configured via the Wakespeed Mobile App.
• Factory engineered configuration profiles for the largest number of battery brands and chemistries available.
• Multiple configuration tools, ranging from simple DIP switches to smart apps for Android and IOS Devices.
• One product supports systems ranging from 12V to 48/51V, with the most experience available at 48V on the market.

Easy to Install, Configure, Customize & Operate

• Plug-n-Go feature automatically configures itself to default settings for easy setup, with fully customizable configuration available for more than 100 user controls.
• Pre-engineered profiles for a large number of popular battery brands — including Battle Born Batteries, Lithionics and Victron Energy.
• CANbus communication with a growing number of batteries for easier installation and superior charging performance.
• RV-C compliant CANbus enables WS500 regulator to communicate directly with other RV-C enabled devices.

Physical Data

• Wiring Harness: Color coded tinned wire. Expandable sheathing.
• Terminal Connectors: Ampseal 23-pin waterproof  Ruggedized RJ45 (CAN)
• USB Connector: USB Type B
• Warranty: 2-Year Limited Warranty

System Voltage

• 12-VOLT: Auto Detected
• 24-VOLT : Auto Detected
• 48-VOLT: Auto Detected
• ​Other fully customizable from 12 to 48/52v, no hardware changes necessary.

Field Polarity

• A-Type (N) / B-Type (P): Select compatible P- or N-type wiring harness to match alternator polarity.

Regulation Capability

• Charge controller is uniquely capable of driving alternator output based on a combination of three primary criteria: voltage, current, and temperature goals / limits – making it possible to configure charging to specific battery manufacturer recommendations.
• Voltage: Yes – Via sense wires included in wiring harness.
• Current: Yes – Via amp shunt. Can be calibrated to support most shunts. 500A / 50mV is default.
• Temperature: Yes – Via alternator and battery temperature sensors. Real-time variable charging output based on ambient alternator and battery temperature.
  ​Battery Temperature and/or current may optionally be supplied via CAN when used with suitable BMS.

Configuration

• VIA BUILT-IN SWITCH: ​Basic Charge profile by battery type: Battery capacity, Alternator output range, Battery ID
• VIA WAKESPEED APPLICATION: Fully customized / optimized configuration for battery, alternator, and system via Bluetooth and easy to use Wakespeed Mobile App.

Battery Charge Profiles

EIGHT PRESET PROGRAMS (Selectable via Dip Switch for Battery Type)

1. Default (Safe & AGM #1)
2. Standard FLA
3. Deep Cycle FLA
4. HD AGM
5. Gel
6. Battle Born LiFePO4
7. Custom #1
8. Custom #2 (Preconfigured with LiFePO4 profile)

CHARGE PHASE CRITERIA

• Flexible charging protocol integrating: system voltage, battery acceptance current, battery temperature, alternator temperature, and / or time duration.

EXTENDED BATTERY TEMPERATURE RANGE SUPPORT

• Charge controller can be configured to provide safe charging of batteries outside of nominal temperature ranges by dynamically limiting charge current.

Advanced Configuration

• Via USB PORT – 100+ advanced adjustments accessible via Wakespeed Mobile App in Expert Mode.
• Via Mobile App – Access to monitoring, programming and diagnostic functions via Bluetooth and Wakespeed Mobile App. Wakespeed Mobile App provides basic and advanced configuration capabilities.

Communication

• CAN (CONTROL AREA NETWORK): J1939-based CAN provides access for system integration and monitoring.
  ​Several industry standard CAN cabling systems are supported, including RJ45/CAT5, M12-5 (NMEA, Device-Net), RV-C cabling systems.
• Enhanced CAN protocol support include:  RV-C, NMEA2000, Victron VEreg, SMA, LUX, as well as several proprietary CAN communications protocols with selected BMS manufacturers.

Field Output Control

Default Values:

• Large Alternator Mode (10%)
• Small Alternator Mode (75%)
• Halt Power Mode (50%)

Advanced Configurable: Maximum field bandwidth adjustable from 0% to 100% in one percent increments.

Firmware Updates

• Charge controller firmware updatable via built-in USB connector or wirelessly through Bluetooth connectivity and the Wakespeed Mobile App.

Regulator Display

• Onboard LED: Operational and troubleshooting/ fault data via built-in USB connector.
• Remote Display: via CAN to remote displays using commonly-accepted marine and RV protocols.

Adaptive Idle Technology

• Allows charge controller to dynamically reduce alternator output to prevent stalling, sluggish performance and match engine power curves at lower RPMs.

White Space

• Customizable alternator loading vs. RPMs to match available engine power, optimizing alternator output while preventing engine overloading

Zero Output Technology

• Enables charge controller to use current monitoring capability to limit output to match house loads only when batteries are fully charged.

Advanced Configuration

• Multi-Engine Applications: Allows multiple charge controllers to communicate via the CAN to ensure balanced output and charging efficiency when supporting a single, large battery bank. Device hierarchy establishes master / support relationship between charge sources.
• Dual Alternator on Single Engine: Field output can be split from single charge controller to drive dual alternators charging common ban.

BMS Compatibility

• Compatible with multiple BMS brands using RV-C and OSEnergy protocols, ​as well as a select list of Proprietary BMS protocols. Configurable to many available systems.

Temperature Sensing

• Alternator Temperature Sensing: Sensor included in wiring harness. Active regulation based on ambient alternator temperature, ensures optimal output and alternator safety, versus simple capping typical of most voltage dependent regulator models.
• Battery Temperature Sensing: Battery temperature monitoring protects the battery from over / under temperature situations, as well as adjust voltage targets based on temperature. Temperature sensor enables the regulator to adjust charging voltage to compensate for changes in battery temperature.

Internal Temperature Sensing

• Protects charge controller’s internal circuitry from damage due to out-of-range values.

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Documentation:

Quick Start Guide
Product Manual
Communication and Programming Guide
Wakespeed Utility Configuration Guide