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Step 7:

 

Create an Array 

7.1  Enter the number of rows and columns in the array. 

 

 
7.2  Drag and drop each PV modules onto the array. For each module, select/assign the 

microinverter serial number, enter the module manufacturer and model, then click “Done”. 

 

 
7.3  Enter in a name for the array, the tilt and the azimuth. 

If you have more than one array, click “+Add More Arrays” and repeat the process. 
If all the PV modules and the microinverters have been assigned, click “Next”. 

 

Summary of Contents for CLOUD-BASED MONITORING SYSTEM

Page 1: ...INSTALLATION MANUAL CLOUD BASED MONITORING SYSTEM INSTALLATION MANUAL...

Page 2: ...OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 Safety Instructions 3 FCC Compliance 3 MONITORING SYSTEM 4 PLC Box Overview 4 Data Logger Overview 5 Installing the PLC Box and Data Logger 7 Registering th...

Page 3: ...ay result in electric shock Perform all electrical installations in accordance with all applicable local electrical codes and the National Electrical Code NEC ANSI NFPA 70 Only qualified electrical pe...

Page 4: ...ower Input Plug the Power adapter to the DC Jack on the PLC Box Input AC 100 240V 50 60Hz Output DC 12V 1A Power LED The Power LED will be solid when on Signal LEDs The Signal LED will flash three tim...

Page 5: ...N 2 LAN 3 LAN 4 USB Serial Port High 3G Signal Low 3G Signal WLAN Port To connect to the internet router LAN Port To connect to the client device USB Port To connect to a USB storage device Reset Butt...

Page 6: ...r source 1 Power Source 2 Green Steady ON Device is powered on by power source 2 WLAN WiFi Green Steady ON Wireless radio is enabled Flash Data packets are transferred OFF Wireless radio is disabled S...

Page 7: ...e the data logger near the router then make a direct Ethernet connection If the data logger cannot be placed near the router then the installer can add either a wireless access port or a power line co...

Page 8: ...efore Registering Before registering the PV system you will need the following information Data logger serial number Installation map with microinverter location and serial numbers Step 2 Installer Re...

Page 9: ...a g e Step 4 Log into the Darfon Solar Portal Go to http portal darfonsolar com Enter your email and password then click Login Step 5 Click New Installation Select the installer and enter the data log...

Page 10: ...ows and columns in the array 7 2 Drag and drop each PV modules onto the array For each module select assign the microinverter serial number enter the module manufacturer and model then click Done 7 3...

Page 11: ...match the layout of the PV system and click the Save button Note Uploading a background image is not required Step 9 Account Activation Scroll down to the Account Activation section Select the Send Ac...

Page 12: ...ed to Power Adaptor is turned on If the RS485 LED status shows no light Check the RS485 CAT5 connection between the PLC Box and Data Logger Verify the Data Logger has power If the Signal Strength LEDs...

Page 13: ...technical services Power LED did not turn on Verify that the Power adapter is connected to the Data Logger and the AC outlet Verify that there is power in the AC outlet Serial Port LED did not turn on...

Page 14: ...er DEVICE INTERFACE Uplink Embedded 3G Dual SIM RJ45 FE LAN 4x RJ45 FE 11n 2T2R WiFi Serial Port DB9 RS485 Up to 3 PLC Boxes Management Port RJ12 RS232 Console Storage Log USB 2 0 32G Max Cellular Ban...

Page 15: ...rp 103A Pioneer Way Mountain View CA 94041 Tel 1 650 316 6300 For more information www darfonsolar com 2017 Darfon Electronics Corp All rights reserved All specifications are subject to change without...

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