EKO PV Blocks MP-1000S, Instruction Manual

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1. INTRODUCTION
PV-Blocks is a modular measurement system to measure the performance of PV mod-
ules deployed in an outdoors environment under natural sunlight conditions.
The advanced research system is fully compatible with the latest PV technologies now
in development and is scalable to test multiple modules in parallel. During long-term ex-
posure tests, automatic measurements can be scheduled for continuous data retrieval of
the measurable modules parameters. Up to 32 modules can be connected to the PV-
Blocks base pack, to measure each individual I-V curve and characteristics under MPP
load conditions. Similarly, individual temperature measurements are performed on the
PV module. If modules are mounted with different tilt angles, different pyranometers or
reference cells can be used to measure the total radiation in plane with the module. The
system can be expanded with a meteorological station, sun-tracker (DNI, GHI, DHI) and
spectroradiometer.
This user manual will describe the software to use the PV-Blocks system. Please read
this manual carefully before using the system. The PV evaluation system is pre-config-
ured and ready to be used. The powerful onboard computer controls the entire system
and can be easily access through a local computer network. Data can be automatically
collected to any local folder on your network PC.