Kipp & Zonen RaZON+, Instruction Manual

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3.14 Set-up without using Ethernet or Wi-Fi enabled Smart device
It is possible to set-up the RaZON
+
without any PC or communication, under the following conditions:
- RaZON
+
is in factory default mode (press reset button for 10 seconds during power on)
- RaZON
+
is levelled
- One leg of the tripod is pointing East (or E-marking on the pole mount)
- E-marking on bottom flange of the RaZON+ is pointing East
- Power is connected at least for 5 minutes to have a proper GPS fix.
- M4 mounting screws are inserted but not tightened
- Direct radiation is above 300 W/m
2
, to allow alignment
Once the RaZON
+
starts tracking, rotate the Razon+ on its mount until the alignment target of the pyrheliometer is aligned with the
sun. This is indicated by the beam of light falling through the first hole, making a light spot around the second hole. Then, while
checking the levelling, the 3 M4 mounting bolts can be tightened. During the fixation of the mounting to the ground (platform)
re-check the levelling.
3.15 Set-up using Ethernet or Wi-Fi enabled Smart device
The benefit of communication during set-up are extra options to configure, it will guide you through the set-up process. Also the fine
adjustment of the Azimuth position can be done via the web interface. The RaZON
+
can be accessed via Ethernet or optional Wi-Fi.
Ethernet
A standard Ethernet cable can be used to connect to the local LAN. When this connection is for permanent use, a proper flexible
outdoor cable needs to be used and waterproof connected as described in section 6.1. For one time use, any short (straight) UTP
cable will do. Once connected use your PC (connected to the same LAN) and open your browser.
Enter: http://razon<serialnumber>
The browser will open the RaZON
+
dashboard.
Wi-Fi
When the optional Wi-Fi connection is used the Wi-Fi stick needs to be mounted in the USB connector in the bottom plate. Turn off the
power, unscrew the waterproof cover of the USB connector and mount the stick.
The Wi-Fi dongle EDIMAX EW-7811Un (2.4 GHz USB 2.0) is advised.
If purchased locally, make sure it is the EDIMAX EW-7811Un approved for your region.