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Components Connection Manual V.4.2.3

Solar-Log™ 

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Page 1: ...1 Components Connection Manual V 4 2 3 Solar Log EN ...

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Page 3: ...necting the inverters 26 3 1 Switch off the inverters and Solar Log 27 4 ABB 28 4 1 ABB PVS300 800 28 4 2 ABB PRO 33TL 30 4 3 ABB Central Inverters 31 4 4 ABB Power One Aurora PVI TRIO UNO 32 4 5 ABB Sunspec via RS485 34 4 6 ABB Sunspec via Ethernet 37 5 Advanced Energy 39 5 1 Advanced Energy AE 1 39 5 2 Advanced Energy AE 3 41 5 3 Advanced Energy AE TX 43 6 AEG 45 6 1 AEG PS 45 6 2 AEG Protect 47...

Page 4: ...gy 60 10 1 Astronergy 60 11 Aten 62 11 1 Aten 62 12 Benning 64 12 1 Benning 64 13 Bonfiglioli formerly Vectron 66 13 1 Bonfiglioli 66 14 CanadianSolar 68 14 1 CanadianSolar CSI CT series 68 14 2 CanadianSolar CSI GS GI series 70 15 Carlo Gavazzi 72 15 1 Carlo Gavazzi ISMG model 72 15 2 Carlo Gavazzi HINRG model 74 16 Chint Power 76 16 1 Chint Power CPS SC and CPS SCE to 20k 76 16 2 Chint Power CPS...

Page 5: ...2000 86 19 CyberPower 88 19 1 CyberPower 88 20 Danfoss 90 20 1 Danfoss 90 21 Delta 92 21 1 Delta RS485 92 21 2 Delta RPI Standard 94 21 3 Delta RPI Sunspec Protokoll 96 22 Diehl Ako 98 22 1 Diehl Ako 98 23 Eaton 99 23 1 Eaton 99 24 EEI 101 24 1 EEI 101 25 Effekta 102 25 1 Effekta 102 25 2 Effekta KS Multitracker 104 25 3 Effekta KS Singletracker 106 ...

Page 6: ...inverter 118 29 Enfinity 120 29 1 Enfinity 120 30 Europa Solar AG 122 30 1 Europa Solar AG 122 31 Evoco 124 31 1 Evoco 124 32 Fronius 126 32 1 Fronius with ComCard 126 32 2 Fronius RL 128 32 3 Fronius Symo Galvo ECO Series 129 32 4 Fronius Symo Fronius Symo Hybrid via Ethernet 130 33 Gefran 132 33 1 Gefran 132 34 General Electric inverters GE 135 34 1 General Electric inverters GE 135 ...

Page 7: ... 38 2 GoodWe RS485 145 39 Growatt 148 39 1 Growatt 148 40 GTec 152 40 1 GTec 152 41 Helios Systems 154 41 1 Helios Systems HSI 154 41 2 Helios Systems Central Inverters 156 42 HiQ Solar 157 42 1 TrueString 157 43 Huawei 159 43 1 Huawei 159 44 Hyundai 161 44 1 Hyundai HPC 050HT E and HPC 100HT E 161 44 2 Hyundai HPC 250HT E 163 ...

Page 8: ...SUNTREE JFY 177 48 Kaco 179 48 1 Kaco Powador 179 48 2 Kaco PVI Blue Planet 181 49 Kehua 183 49 1 Kehua Single phase 183 49 2 Kehua 3 phase 185 50 KLNE 187 50 1 KLNE Solartec and Sunteams 187 51 Kostal and Solar Fabrik 189 51 1 Kostal Pico and Solar Fabrik Inverter Convert T RS485 189 50 2 Kostal Piko MP 191 50 3 Kostal Ethernet Version 193 52 Kstar 195 52 1 Kstar Multitracker 195 52 2 Kstar Singl...

Page 9: ...lmaier 205 57 Omnik 207 57 1 Omnik RS422 207 57 2 Omnik RS485 209 58 Omron 211 58 1 Omron 211 59 Pairan 213 59 1 Pairan 213 60 Phoenixtec 215 60 1 Phoenixtec 215 61 Platinum formerly Diehl Ako 217 61 1 Platinum with RS485 interface 217 61 2 Platinum H 219 62 Polycab 221 62 1 Polycab 221 63 Powercom 224 63 1 Powercom 224 ...

Page 10: ...85 231 66 2 PV Powered string inverter 233 67 Q3 234 67 1 Q3 3000 6600 234 67 2 Q3 12000 14000 236 67 3 QX3 238 67 4 QY 240 68 REFUSOL 242 68 1 REFUSOL 242 69 REP 245 69 1 REP 245 70 Reverberi 247 70 1 Reverberi EDI Series 247 71 Riello 249 71 1 Riello 249 72 Rishabh Instruments Pvt Ltd 251 72 1 Rishabh Radius 251 73 SAJ 253 73 1 Suntrio 253 ...

Page 11: ... GT30E 264 77 3 Schneider Electric Conext 265 77 4 Schneider Conext Sunspec RS485 267 77 5 Schneider Conext CL60 Sunspec Ethernet 269 78 Schüco 270 78 1 IPE CN series 270 78 2 IPE CT series 272 78 3 IPE SN series 274 78 4 Schüco SGI series RS485 276 79 Shindengen 278 79 1 Shindengen 278 80 SIEL 280 80 1 SIEL single phase 280 80 2 SIEL 3 phase 283 81 Siemens 284 81 1 Siemens 284 82 Siliken 287 82 1...

Page 12: ...84 7 SMA Speedwire 304 84 8 SMA Sunny Central 306 84 9 SMA Sunny Tripower CORE1 307 84 10 SMA Sunspec Modbus 308 85 SOCOMEC 310 85 1 SOCOMEC Sunsys B20E 310 85 2 SOCOMEC Sunsys B12 B30 312 86 SofarSolar 314 86 1 SofarSolar 314 87 SolarEdge 316 87 1 SolarEdge 316 88 SolarMax 318 88 1 SolarMax S MT P TS TS SV and HT series 318 88 2 SolarMax C series 321 88 3 SolarMax Cx series 323 88 4 SolarMax E se...

Page 13: ...2 1 Steca 346 92 2 Steca 17k 348 93 Sungrow 350 93 1 Sungrow 350 94 SunPower 352 94 1 SunPower SPR F Model with Fronius ComCard 352 94 2 SunPower SPR M Model connection using special RS485 piggyback card 354 94 3 SunPower SPR M Model connect with original SMA RS485 piggy back and the SMARS485 data mo dule 357 95 Suntigua 359 95 1 Suntigua 359 96 Sunville 361 96 1 Sunville 361 97 Sunways 363 97 1 S...

Page 14: ...02 1 Vaillant auroPOWER VPI 1 and VPI RS485 373 103 Valenia 375 103 1 Valenia 375 104 Vectron 377 104 1 Vectron 377 105 Vision 378 105 1 Vision Multitracker 378 105 2 Vision Singletracker 380 106 Voltwerk 382 106 1 Voltwerk only Solar Log 1000 1900 and 2000 382 107 WINAICO 384 107 1 WINAICO 384 108 Würth 387 108 1 Würth SolarStar Series 387 ...

Page 15: ...113 2 Interconnection of Kaco Powador inverters 399 113 3 Other inverters with Sunspec protocol as of firmware 4 2 0 400 Meter 402 1 External Power Meter 403 1 1 Recording Energy Flows with External Power Meters 403 2 Solar Log Meter Operating Modes 405 2 1 Explanation of the Solar Log Meter Operating Modes 405 3 General Information on Wiring 406 3 1 Wiring for S0 meter 406 3 2 Wiring for RS485 me...

Page 16: ... 1 Janitza UMG 104 UMG 604 UMG 604 PRO 428 7 2 Janitza UMG 604 UMG 604 PRO via Ethernet 433 8 Larsen Toubro 434 8 1 Larsen Toubro WDM313CDNC 434 9 Mikro PowerMeter 436 9 1 Mikro PowerMeter DPM680 436 10 Schneider Electric 438 10 1 Schneider EM6400S 3 phase 438 10 2 Schneider EM6400NG 3 phase 440 11 Secure Meters 442 11 1 Secure Meters 3 phase 442 Battery Systems 444 1 Kyocera Inverter Battery Syst...

Page 17: ...m 451 5 sonnen 453 5 1 sonnen Eco 6 0 7 0 453 5 2 sonnen Eco 8 0 455 6 VARTA Battery System 457 6 1 VARTA House 457 6 2 VARTA Industrial 460 Heating rods 463 1 EGO Smart Heater 464 1 1 EGO Smart Heater RS485 464 1 2 EGO Smart Heater via Ethernet 466 2 Heating rod MyPv AC ELWA E 468 2 1 Heating rod MyPv AC ELWA E via Ethernet 468 Heating pumps 470 1 CTA Heat Pumps 471 1 1 CTA Optiheat Products 471 ...

Page 18: ...or Box Professional 482 2 3 Wiring the Data Cable with the Solar Log 483 2 4 Starting Up at the Solar Log 484 2 5 Technical Data 484 3 Sensor Box Professional Plus 485 3 1 Technical Information 485 3 2 Mechanical Installation Optional Sensors 485 3 3 Mechanical Installation Optional Sensors 486 3 4 Wiring the Data Cable with the Solar Log 486 3 5 Starting Up at the Solar Log 487 3 6 Technical Data...

Page 19: ...work Power Socket 496 1 1 Allnet Network Power Socket 496 2 Smart Relay Station 498 2 1 Smart Relay Station 498 3 Solar Log Smart Relay Box 499 3 1 Solar Log Smart Relay Box 499 4 WeMo Insight Switch 501 4 1 WeMo Insight Switch 501 Power Charging Stations 502 1 Keba Power Charging Station 503 1 1 Keba Power Charging Station KeContact P20 P30 503 List of figures 505 ...

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Page 21: ...s assigned as follows PIN RS485 A RS485 422 B RS422 for Fronius Eaton 1 Data Data T RX 2 12 V 12 V 12 V 3 Ground Ground Ground 4 Data Data Data 5 T RX 6 T RX The connection labels Data Data are specific to the manufacturer and may also be labeled A B or similar Green 6 pin terminal block connectors are supplied for connecting the first inverter to the RS485 422 B interface of the Solar Log ...

Page 22: ... the description on the particular inverter The details are described in detail in a separate manual Refer to the following document for the numbering of the pins for the RJ45 connection Fig RJ45 plug pin assignments Caution Risk of damage to the unit The Solar Log also has an RJ45 socket which must never be connected to the RJ45 socket on the inverter Only connect inverters via the RS485 422 Sola...

Page 23: ... of the Solar LogTM in accordance with the description on the particular inverter Refer to the following document for the numbering of the pins for the RJ45 connection Fig RJ11 plug pin assignments Caution Risk of damage to the unit The Solar Log has an RJ45 socket which must never be connected to the RJ11 socket on the inverter Only connect inverters via the RS485 422 Solar Log interface s ...

Page 24: ...tion of the RS485 interface operates most efficiently when the source and load impedance is at 120 ohms Consequently the RS485 standard recommends a bus cable with a line surge impedance of Z0 120 ohms To avoid reflexion in the bus the beginning and end of the bus cable has to be terminated according to the line surge impedance Here are two bus topology examples Fig Example 1 of bus topology Fig E...

Page 25: ...ination Note Since many inverter manufacturers have integrated their own termination methods for the bus connection e g dip switches or jumpers it is important to first refer to the manufacturer s inverter manual ...

Page 26: ... the inverter wiring on the Solar Log RS485 422 B connection follow the instructions in this manual otherwise the inverters will not be detected by Solar Log Danger Risk of death by electric shock if inverters are opened Never open the inverter housing when the inverter is connected to power Switching inverters off Always read the installation and safety instructions given in the manual for the co...

Page 27: ...ections inside the inverter and before installing an interface card in the inverter To do this read the manufacturer s documentation for the inverter and proceed as follows 1 Disconnect the AC side 2 Disconnect the DC side 3 Wait at least 5 minutes until the condensers in the inverters have discharged Switching the Solar Log off Remove the power plug from the socket or the Power 12 V jack on the S...

Page 28: ...sing a self made cable connection with terminal block connector Procedure 1 Unscrew the side cover as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector X4 terminal block inverter Terminal PIN 1 1 Data 3 3 GND 4 2 Data 3 If no further inverter is connected terminate the inverter accordin...

Page 29: ...r s instructions 2 Connect the self made RS 485 cable to the X4 terminal block on inverter 1 3 Connect the self made RS 485 cable to the X4 terminal block on inverter 2 4 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 5 Terminate in the last inverter according to the inverter instructions 6 Screw the inverter cover on again New supported models as of firmware 4 1 2 SIRIUS PVS 120 0 480 ...

Page 30: ...n in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector X2 terminal block inverter Terminal PIN 1 1 Data 3 3 GND 4 2 Data 3 If no further inverter is connected terminate the inverter according to the instructions for the inverter 4 Screw the inverter cover on again 5 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 socket Connect the inverters to each other Where to connect X2 te...

Page 31: ... starting with 1 address range 1 to 254 Setting Using the inverter operating display Procedure Before connecting to the Ethernet router or switch and allocating the IP address Connect inverters and the Solar Log The wiring is done using a network cable patch cable and the Ethernet router or switch Procedure 1 Set different unit IDs on each inverter in accordance with the inverter s instructions 2 ...

Page 32: ...tional extra not supplied or self made shielded 3 wire data cable and terminal block connector Procedure 1 Open the inverter as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 Pull the free wires through the wire opening in the inverter 3 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector Inverter terminal strip Outdoor Terminal Termi...

Page 33: ...unication address Recommendation Continuous numbering from Solar Log starting from 2 not 1 Setting Using the inverter operating display Procedure Start according to the inverter s instructions New supported models as of firmware 4 1 2 S 1 MPPT and SX2 3 MPPTs models from TRIO TM 50 0 400 TRIO TM 60 0 480 TRIO TM 60 0 480 US UNO DM 5 0 TL PLUS UNO DM 6 0 TL PLUS UNO DM 6 0 TL PLUS US UNO DM 3 8 TL ...

Page 34: ...verters to each other Set the communication address according to the inverter s instructions Connect the inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a ready made data cable optional accessory not supplied or self made RS485 data cable with RJ45 plug and terminal block connector Caution Risk of damage to the unit The Solar Log also has an RJ45 socket which must never be connected to the RJ4...

Page 35: ...verter 2 Insert the other end of the cable into the RJ45 In socket on second inverter 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Terminate the inverter if no additional inverters are to be connected Set the DIP switch for the terminal resistor to ON Assign the communication address 1 Recommendation Continuous numbering starting with 2 Address range 2 63 2 Setting Start according...

Page 36: ...meters A maximum of 62 inverters can be connected to one RS485 bus Note The inverter s PM management is deactivated by default If the inverter is to be remotely managed the PM management has to be activated with the Aurora Manager LITE software Refer to the manufac turer s manual ...

Page 37: ...is done using a network cable patch cable crossover cable and the Ethernet router Connect the inverters to each other The inverters are connected together using the RJ45 interface and if needed a router Follow the connection setup according to the inverter s instructions Assigning IP addresses In addition to a static fixed IP a dynamic IP address can also be assigned Please select an IP address wi...

Page 38: ... the inverter s access point Open the internet browser and enter the IP address to access the configuration wizard menu 192 168 117 1 default address that is always active The configuration wizard starts Refer to the inverter s installation manual for the next steps Note Please also note the instructions the inverter s installation manual of the inverter for the set up and configuration Detection ...

Page 39: ...data cable optional extra not supplied or self made RS485 data cable with RJ45 plug and terminal block connector Caution Risk of damage to the unit The Solar Log also has an RJ45 socket which must never be connected to the RJ45 socket on the inverter Only connect inverters via the RS485 422 Solar Log interface s Procedure 1 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the fol...

Page 40: ...plug into the free RJ45 socket on the first inverter 2 Insert the other end of the wire into any RJ45 socket on inverter 2 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Terminate the last inverter Insert the connection plug into the free RJ45 socket Allocate communication address 1 Recommendation Continuous numbering starting with 1 2 Setting Using the rotating switch on the invert...

Page 41: ...al block connector Procedure 1 Connect wires as shown in the diagram below Solar Log terminal strip connector RS485 inverter socket Terminal PIN 1 2 4 3 2 If no further inverter is connected terminate the inverter On the sockets RS485 OUT with REFUSOL round plugs bypass the connections PIN1 to PIN2 and PIN3 to PIN4 3 Close the inverter if no other inverters are to be connected 4 Insert the termina...

Page 42: ...ical list press ENTER 2 Set parameter number 2000 password protection press ENTER twice 3 Enter 72555 press ENTER 4 Set parameter number 0406 press ENTER 5 Select sub parameter 0406 3 press ENTER 6 Enter figure for communication x x continuous numbering starting with 1 highest possible address 31 press ENTER 31 press ENTER After configuring on the display 1 Using the installed DC isolating switch ...

Page 43: ... rate for Modbus RS485 on delivery to the customer is set to 9600bps Please check these settings Procedure 1 Open the inverter as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 Pull the free wires through the wire opening in the inverter 3 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector RJ45 inverter Terminal PIN 1 2 D 3 1 GND 4 3...

Page 44: ...he same way 5 Terminate the last inverter according to the inverter instructions Inside the inverter set the supplied jumper from J4 to J5 6 Address the individual inverters in accordance with the manufacturer s handbook Inverter 1 should be the inverter that is directly connected to the Solar Log To this end set SW1 to 0 Depending on the position of the inverter in the bus SW2 should be set to 1 ...

Page 45: ...nverters are displayed in the Solar Log after detection is random We strongly recommend that you change the order of the inverters immediately after detection at startup in the Configuration Devices Configuration Order dialog box The inverters can be identified using the displayed serial number Installation steps Switch off the inverters and Solar Log Install the RS485 interface in the inverter Co...

Page 46: ...ng to the instructions for the inverter 5 Close the inverter if no other inverters are to be connected 6 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 422 B or C socket Connect the inverters to each other Connect using a 4 wire shielded data cable Where to connect Terminal strip inside the inverter on the retrofitted RS485 interface Procedure 1 Open the inverter as shown in the inve...

Page 47: ...terminal block connector Procedure 1 Unscrew the side cover as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector RJ45 inverter Terminal PIN 1 6 3 1 3 2 4 3 Caution Risk of damage to the unit The Solar Log also has an RJ45 socket which must never be connected to the RJ45 socket on the in...

Page 48: ...rew the side cover as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 Insert the RJ45 plug into any RJ45 socket on inverter 1 3 Insert the other end of the wire into any RJ45 socket on inverter 2 4 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 5 Terminate the last inverter Insert the connection plug into the free RJ45 socket 6 Screw the inverter cover on again ...

Page 49: ...on steps Allocate communication address Switch off the inverters and Solar Log Connect inverters to the Solar Log Connect the inverters to each other Note If more than 32 inverters are connected a signal amplifier must be installed in the RS485 bus in accor dance with the manufacturer Connect inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a self made shielded 3 wire data cable and terminal bl...

Page 50: ... to each other The wiring is done using a self made shielded 3 wire data cable Where to connect Terminal strip inside the inverter Procedure 1 Switch off the inverters and Solar Log 2 Unscrew the side cover as shown in the inverter s instructions 3 Connect data cable to RS485 RS485 and grounded terminals 4 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 5 Terminate on the first and last ...

Page 51: ...the RS485 interface Procedure Install the RS485 interface in the inverter in accordance with the interface card installation instructions Connect inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a ready made data cable optional extra not supplied or self made shielded 3 wire data cable and terminal block connector Procedure 1 Open the inverter as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 If you ar...

Page 52: ...als Pin 2 RS485 A Pin 3 GND and Pin 1 RS485 B of inverter 1 to the corresponding terminals on inverter 2 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Terminate the last inverter 5 Set the jumper on the RS485 interface card to ON 6 Close inverters Allocate communication address Recommendation Continuous numbering starting with 1 Setting Using the inverter operating display Procedur...

Page 53: ... and Solar Log Install the RS485 interface in the inverter Connect inverters to the Solar Log Connect the inverters to each other Allocate communication address Recommendation Continuous numbering starting with 1 Setting Using the DIP switch on the interface card Before installing the RS485 interface card Allocate the communication address using the 8 interface card DIP switches Example Communicat...

Page 54: ...interface in the inverter in accordance with the interface card installation instructions Connect inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a ready made BKL2 data cable optional extra not supplied or self made shielded 4 wire data cable and terminal block connector Procedure 1 Open the inverter as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 Pull the free wires through the wire opening in the ...

Page 55: ...r into the Solar Log RS485 socket Connect the inverters to each other Connect using a 4 wire shielded data cable Where to connect Terminal strip inside the inverter on the retrofitted RS485 interface card Procedure 1 Open the inverter as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 Connect terminals R T R and R of inverter 1 to the corresponding terminals on inverter 2 3 Connect the other inverters to e...

Page 56: ...igned Note The order in which the inverters are displayed in the Solar Log after detection is random We strongly recommend that you change the order of the inverters immediately after detection at startup in the Configuration Device Configuration Order menu box The inverters can be identified using the displayed serial number Installation steps Switch off the inverters and Solar Log Connect invert...

Page 57: ...he instructions for the inverter 3 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 422 B or C socket Connect the inverters to each other Connect using a 4 wire shielded data cable Where to connect Terminal strip inside the inverter Procedure 1 Open the inverter as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 Connect terminals R R T and T of inverter 1 to the corresponding terminals on inver...

Page 58: ...e identified using the displayed serial number Installation steps Switch off the inverters and Solar Log Connect inverters to the Solar Log Connect the inverters to each other Connect inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a self made cable connection with terminal block connector Procedure 1 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Sola...

Page 59: ...n the inverter s instructions 2 Connect terminals A GND and B on inverter 1 to the corresponding terminals on inverter 2 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Terminate the last inverter according to the inverter instructions 5 Close inverters ...

Page 60: ...und plugs required can be obtained from the inverter manufacturer Procedure 1 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector Inverter round socket Terminal PIN 1 2 4 1 2 Insert the round plug into any COM round socket on the inverter 3 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 socket Connect the inverte...

Page 61: ...nergy Allocate communication address Recommendation Continuous numbering starting with 1 Address range 1 125 Setting Using the inverter operating display Procedure Start according to the inverter s instructions ...

Page 62: ...ect the inverters to each other Connect inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a self made shielded 2 wire data cable and terminal block connector Procedure 1 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector Inverters RS485 422 B RJ 14 socket 1 Pin 2 Data 4 Pin 4 Data Fig RJ14 socket pin allocation 2 Close the ...

Page 63: ...the inverter s instructions 2 Insert the self made cable with the RJ14 plug into any RJ14 socket on inverter 1 3 Insert the RJ11 cable into the 2nd RJ11 socket on inverter 1 and into any RJ11 socket on inverter 2 4 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 5 Close inverters 6 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 socket ...

Page 64: ...ers are connected together using the RJ45 interface and if needed a router or switch Connection setup according to the inverter s instructions Assigning IP addresses A static IP address has to be assigned to the inverter via the display Please select an IP address with the same class C subnet as the Solar Log For example The Solar Log has the IP address 192 168 178 49 The inverter in this case has...

Page 65: ...Detection Detection from the Solar Log 1200 When using the Solar Log 1200 the detection can also be started from the display Select the settings Start Initial Configuration Page 2 Device Add and select the manufacturer Benning from there Save and start the Device Detection Note for feed in management Supported by Solar Log starting with inverter firmware version 19 Note Using the inverter s web in...

Page 66: ...unication address Connect inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a self made shielded 3 wire data cable with a terminal block connector Procedure 1 Get access to the inverter interface 2 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector Terminal strip inside the inverter Terminal RS485 terminal 1 1 A Data 3 6 GN...

Page 67: ...6 GND 3 B Data 4 B Data 3 Connect terminals on inverter 1 to the corresponding terminals on inverter 2 4 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 5 If no further inverter is connected terminate the inverter Set the DIP S1 switch for the terminal resistor to ON 6 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 socket Allocate communication address Recommendation Contin...

Page 68: ...in wiring The communication addresses 1 247 have to be assigned Installation steps Switch off the inverters and Solar Log Connect inverters to the Solar Log Connect the inverters to each other Allocate communication address Caution Risk of damage to the unit The Solar Log also has an RJ45 socket which must never be connected to the RJ45 socket on the inverter Only connect inverters via the RS485 4...

Page 69: ... network cable patch cable Where to connect RJ45 sockets on the outside of the inverter Procedure 1 Insert the RJ45 plug into the RJ45 socket on the first inverter 2 Insert the other end of the wire into any RJ45 socket on inverter 2 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 socket Allocate communication address Recom...

Page 70: ...ocedure 1 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector Inverter RJ45 Terminal Pin 1 Data A 1 RS485 A 1 Data A 4 RS485 A 4 Data B 2 RS485 B 4 Data B 5 RS485 B 2 Insert the RJ45 connector into the inverter s COM2 socket 3 Terminate the inverter according to the manufacturer s instructions if no additional inverters are to...

Page 71: ...tion address Recommendation Continuous numbering starting with 1 Default settings on the inverter Communication address 1 Setting Using the inverter s operating display Procedure Start according to the inverter manufacturer s instructions ...

Page 72: ...d terminal block connector Installation steps Switch off the inverters and Solar Log Connect inverters to the Solar Log Connect the inverters to each other Caution Risk of damage to the unit The Solar Log also has an RJ45 socket which must never be connected to the RJ45 socket on the inverter Only connect inverters via the RS485 422 Solar Log interface s Procedure 1 If you are making the cable you...

Page 73: ... patch cable Where to connect RJ45 socket on the outside of the inverter Procedure 1 Insert the RJ45 plug into the free RJ45 socket on the first inverter 2 Insert the other end of the cable into any RJ11 socket on inverter 2 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way ...

Page 74: ...ng is done using a self made shielded 2 wire data cable with a terminal block connector Procedure 1 Open the inverter as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector Terminal strip inside the inverter Terminal RS485 terminal 1 A Data 1 T R 1 4 B Data 2 T R 1 3 If no further inverte...

Page 75: ...ect terminals A and B on inverter 1 to the corresponding terminals on inverter 2 4 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 5 If no further inverter is connected terminate the inverter Set the DIP switch for the terminal resistor to ON 6 Close inverters 7 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 socket Allocate communication address Recommendation Continuous nu...

Page 76: ...at startup in the Configuration Devices Configuration Order dialog box The inverters can be identified using the displayed serial number Installation steps Switch off the inverters and Solar Log Install the RS485 interface in the inverter Connect inverters to the Solar Log Connect the inverters to each other Select the Chint CPS 20k inverter during the initial configuration Installing the RS485 in...

Page 77: ...6 Pin 2 2 Insert the RJ45 plug into any RJ45 socket on inverter 1 3 If no further inverter is connected terminate the inverter according to the instructions for the inverter 4 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 422 B or C socket Connect the inverters to each other Connect using a network cable patch cable Where to connect RJ45 socket on the outside of the inverter Procedu...

Page 78: ... cable and terminal block connector Procedure Caution Risk of damage to the unit The Solar Log also has an RJ45 socket which must never be connected to the RJ45 socket on the inverter Only connect inverters via the RS485 422 Solar Log interface s 1 Connect wires as shown in the diagram below Solar Log terminal strip connector RJ45 inverter Terminal PIN 1 1 485 4 3 485 2 Insert the RJ45 plug into a...

Page 79: ...the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Terminate in the last inverter in accordance with the inverter instructions 5 Allocate communication address Allocate communication address Recommendation Continuous numbering starting with 1 Address range 1 32 Setting Using the inverter operating display Procedure Start according to the inverter s instructions ...

Page 80: ...ce Where to connect RJ45 socket on the outside of the inverter 2 pin wiring The communication addresses 1 247 have to be assigned Installation steps Switch off the inverters and Solar Log Connect inverters to the Solar Log Connect the inverters to each other Allocate communication address Caution Risk of damage to the unit The Solar Log also has an RJ45 socket which must never be connected to the ...

Page 81: ...network cable patch cable Where to connect RJ45 sockets on the outside of the inverter Procedure 1 Insert the RJ45 plug into the RJ45 socket on the first inverter 2 Insert the other end of the wire into any RJ45 socket on inverter 2 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 socket Allocate communication address Recomm...

Page 82: ... 1 to 254 Settings on the inverter s display according to the manufacturer s manual Connect inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a self made cable connection with terminal block connector Where to connect Terminal strip inside the inverter Procedure 1 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector RJ45 inve...

Page 83: ...nto the free RJ45 socket on the first inverter 2 Insert the other end of the wire into any RJ45 socket on inverter 2 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Terminate the last inverter in accordance with the inverter instructions ...

Page 84: ... 2 wire data cable with a terminal block connector Procedure 1 Open the inverter as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector Terminal strip inside the inverter Terminal RS485 terminal 1 A Data 1 T R 1 4 B Data 2 T R 1 3 If no further inverter connected terminate the inverter In...

Page 85: ...R 2 3 Connect terminals A and B on inverter 1 to the corresponding terminals on inverter 2 4 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 5 Terminate the last inverter Set the DIP switch for the terminal resistor to ON 6 Close inverters 7 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 socket Allocate communication address Recommendation Continuous numbering starting with...

Page 86: ...able sets must be ordered separately Prefabricated cable set between the Solar Log 1000 1900 and 2000 and the first inverter including cable termination Ready made cable set with 5 pin Phoenix contact connection plug for connecting the inverters to each other Depending on the number of inverters several of these cables will be required Maximum total cable length 200 m Communication address does no...

Page 87: ...l block connector into the Solar Log 1000 1900 and 2000 CAN socket Connecting inverters to each other only Solar Log 1000 1900 and 2000 Connection is made only with a ready made data cable specially for connecting the inverters to each other optional extra not supplied Where to connect CAN socket outside the inverter Procedure 1 Insert the CAN plug into any CAN OUT socket on inverter 1 2 Insert th...

Page 88: ... cable not included or self made data cable with RJ45 plug and 6 pin terminal block connector Caution Risk of damage to the unit The Solar Log also has an RJ45 socket which must never be connected to the RJ45 socket on the inverter Only connect inverters via the RS485 422 Solar Log interface s Procedure 1 Connect wires as shown in the diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector RJ45 inverter Termin...

Page 89: ... wire into the other RJ45 socket on inverter 2 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 socket 5 Terminate the last inverter according to the inverter instructions Allocate communication address Recommendation Continuous numbering starting with 1 Address range 1 247 Setting Using the inverter operating display Proced...

Page 90: ...er Connect inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a ready made RJ45 data cable optional extra not supplied or self made cable connection with RS485 data cable and terminal block connector Caution The Master Mode has to be deactivated in the Pro series devices See the manufacturer s manual for more detailed instructions Procedure 1 Unscrew the side cover as shown in the inverter s inst...

Page 91: ...es 5 and 6 2 Screw the inverter cover on again 3 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 socket Connect the inverters to each other Connect using a network cable patch cable Where to connect 2 RJ45 sockets on the right on the side cover Procedure 1 Unscrew the side cover as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 Insert the RJ45 plug into any RJ45 socket on inverter 1 3 Insert ...

Page 92: ... address Connect inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a ready made Delta data cable optional extra not supplied or self made cable connection with RS485 data cable and terminal block connector Caution Risk of damage to the unit The Solar Log also has an RJ45 socket which must never be connected to the RJ45 socket on the inverter Only connect inverters via the RS485 422 Solar Log int...

Page 93: ... inverters to each other Connect using a network cable patch cable Where to connect RJ45 sockets on the outside of the inverter Procedure 1 Insert the RJ45 plug into any RJ45 socket on inverter 1 2 Insert the other end of the wire into any RJ45 socket on inverter 2 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Terminate the last inverter Insert the 120 Ω resistor into the free RJ45...

Page 94: ...ter s instructions 2 Pull the free wires through the wire opening in the inverter 3 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector Inverter terminal strip Terminal Terminal 1 Data 3 Data 4 Data 4 Data 3 GND 2 GND 4 If no further inverter connected terminate the inverter Set the switch inside the inverter to ON and all oth...

Page 95: ...rter 2 GND 5 Data and 6 Data 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Terminate the last inverter Set the switch inside the inverter to ON and all other inverters to OFF 5 Close inverters Assign the communication address Recommendation Continuous numbering starting with 1 Setting Using the inverter operating display Procedure Start according to the inverter s instructions ...

Page 96: ...r according to the inverter s instructions 2 Pull the free wires through the wire opening in the inverter 3 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector Inverter terminal strip Terminal Terminal 1 Data 3 Data 4 Data 4 Data 3 GND 2 GND 4 If no further inverter connected terminate the inverter Set the switch inside the in...

Page 97: ...rter 2 GND 5 Data and 6 Data 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Terminate the last inverter Set the switch inside the inverter to ON and all other inverters to OFF 5 Close inverters Assign the communication address Recommendation Continuous numbering starting with 1 Setting Using the inverter operating display Procedure Start according to the inverter s instructions ...

Page 98: ...98 Diehl Ako 22 Diehl Ako 22 1 Diehl Ako Diehl Ako inverters have been listed as Diehl Ako in our firmware up to version 3 1 1 Starting with firmware version 3 1 2 they will be listed as Platinum ...

Page 99: ...Solar Log after detection is random We strongly recommend that you change the order of the inverters immediately after detection at startup in the Configuration Devices Configuration Order dialog box The inverters can be identified using the displayed serial number Installation steps Disconnect the power for the inverter and Solar Log Connect the RS485 interface in the inverter Connect inverters t...

Page 100: ...ding to the instructions for the inverter 5 Close the inverter if no other inverters are to be connected 6 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 422 B or C socket Connect the inverters to each other Connect using a 4 wire shielded data cable Where to connect Terminal strip inside the inverter on the retrofitted RS485 interface Procedure 1 Open the inverter as shown in the in...

Page 101: ...c IP address has to be assigned to the inverter via the display Please select an IP address with the same class C subnet as the Solar Log For example The Solar Log has the IP address 192 168 178 49 The inverter in this case has to have a free IP address in the same range from 192 168 178 1 to 192 168 178 254 Procedure Start according to the inverter s instructions Detection via the Solar Log WEB I...

Page 102: ...te communication address Installing the RS485 interface Procedure Install the RS485 interface in the inverter in accordance with the interface card installation instructions Connect inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a ready made data cable optional extra not supplied or self made shielded 3 wire data cable and terminal block connector Procedure 1 Open the inverter as shown in the...

Page 103: ... the retrofitted RS485 interface Procedure 1 Open the inverter as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 Using the data cable connect terminals Pin 2 RS485 A Pin 3 GND and Pin 1 RS485 B of inverter 1 to the corresponding terminals on inverter 2 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Terminate the last inverter Set the jumper on the RS485 interface card to ON 5 Close inverter...

Page 104: ...onnect inverters to the Solar Log Connect the inverters to each other Allocate communication address Address range 1 to 32 Settings on the inverter s display according to the manufacturer s manual Connect inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a self made cable connection with RS485 data cable and terminal block connector Caution Risk of damage to the unit The Solar Log also has an RJ...

Page 105: ... other Connect using a network cable patch cable No Crossover cable Where to connect RJ45 sockets on the outside of the inverter Procedure 1 Insert the RJ45 plug into the free RJ45 socket on the first inverter 2 Insert the other end of the wire into any RJ45 socket on inverter 2 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Terminate the last inverter set the DIP switch to on Alloc...

Page 106: ...Connect inverters to the Solar Log Connect the inverters to each other Allocate communication address Address range 1 to 254 Settings on the inverter s display according to the manufacturer s manual Connect inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a self made cable connection with RS485 data cable and terminal block connector Caution Risk of damage to the unit The Solar Log also has an ...

Page 107: ...the Solar Log RS485 socket Connect the inverters to each other Connect using a network cable patch cable No Crossover cable Where to connect RJ45 sockets on the outside of the inverter Procedure 1 Insert the RJ45 plug into the free RJ45 socket on the first inverter 2 Insert the other end of the wire into any RJ45 socket on inverter 2 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Te...

Page 108: ...ers and Solar Log Connect inverters to the Solar Log Connect the inverters to each other Enter the communication address on the interver s display Every address may only be used once Address range 1 to 247 Caution Risk of damage to the unit The Solar Log also has an RJ45 socket which must never be connected to the RJ45 socket on the inverter Only connect inverters via the RS485 422 Solar Log inter...

Page 109: ... according to the inverter instructions 4 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 socket The RS485 sockets are each double connections so that the wiring can also be continued to the next inverter Procedure 1 Connect the data cable to the free blocks A B and G on inverter 1 2 Connect the other end of the cable to the blocks A B and G on inverter 2 3 Connect the remaining inver...

Page 110: ... once Address range 1 to 247 Connect inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a self made cable connection with terminal block connector Where to connect Terminal strip inside the inverter Procedure 1 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector Terminal strip inside the inverter Terminal Terminal 1 Data JX2 ...

Page 111: ...he data cable to the blocks JX2 A and B on inverter 1 2 Connect the data cable to the blocks JX2 A and B on inverter 2 3 Connect the remaining inverters in the same way 4 Terminate the last inverter according to the manufacturer s instructions 5 Close the inverter if no other inverters are to be connected 6 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 socket Notes on inverter addre...

Page 112: ...d once Address range 1 to 247 Connect inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a self made cable connection with terminal block connector Where to connect Terminal strip inside the inverter Procedure 1 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector Terminal strip inside the inverter Terminal Terminal 1 Data JX9...

Page 113: ...he data cable to the blocks JX2 A and B on inverter 1 2 Connect the data cable to the blocks JX2 A and B on inverter 2 3 Connect the remaining inverters in the same way 4 Terminate the last inverter according to the manufacturer s instructions 5 Close the inverter if no other inverters are to be connected 6 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 socket Notes on inverter addre...

Page 114: ... supplied with the inverter or self made shielded 2 wire data cable with round plug and terminal block connector Procedure 1 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector Inverter round socket Terminal Terminal 1 1 4 2 2 Insert the round plug into any COM round socket on the inverter 3 If no further inverter is connected...

Page 115: ...ect the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Terminate the last inverter according to the inverter instructions Allocate communication address Recommendation Continuous numbering starting with 1 Default settings on the inverter Communication address 1 Setting Using the inverter operating display Procedure Start according to the inverter s instructions ...

Page 116: ...nal block connector Procedure 1 Connect wires as shown in the diagram below Solar Log terminal strip connector Inverter terminal strip Terminal Terminal 1 B Data 4 A Data 2 If no further inverter is connected terminate the inverter according to the instructions for the inverter 3 Close the inverter cover if no other inverters are to be connected 4 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar...

Page 117: ...ctivate the RS485 interface Using the inverter operating display Note Pay particular attention to the instructions in the installation manual regarding the address types activating the communication interface and the master slave mode ...

Page 118: ...lock connector Procedure 1 Connect wires as shown in the diagram below Solar Log terminal strip connector Inverter terminal strip Terminal Terminal 1 X12 1 A Data 3 X12 3 GND 4 X12 2 B Data 2 If no further inverter is connected terminate the inverter according to the instructions for the inverter 3 Close the inverter cover if no other inverters are to be connected 4 Insert the terminal block conne...

Page 119: ... display Note Address settings from inverter menu Settings Modbus Modbus Address Please refer to the inverter instructions Note Please check the default values of the inverter The inverter has to communicate with the following settings Baud rate 9600 Data bits 8 Parity none and Stop bits 2 ...

Page 120: ...ce Connect inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a self made shielded 4 wire data cable and terminal block connector Where to connect RJ11 socket on the inverter Procedure Open the inverter as shown in the inverter s instructions 1 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector Inverter terminal strip Termin...

Page 121: ... cable with the RJ11 plug into any RJ11 socket on inverter 1 Connect the other end to the terminal plug on the Solar Log 3 Insert the RJ11 cable into the second RJ11 socket on the first inverter and into any RJ11 socket on the second inverter 4 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 5 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 422 B or C socket 6 Close inverter...

Page 122: ... The inverters can be identified using the displayed serial number Installation steps Switch off the inverters and Solar Log Connect inverters to the Solar Log Connect the inverters to each other Connect inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a ready made BRJ1 data cable optional extra not supplied or self made cable connection with RS485 data cable and terminal block connector Cautio...

Page 123: ...sert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 422 B or C socket Connect the inverters to each other Connect using a network cable patch cable Where to connect RJ45 socket inside the inverter Procedure 1 Open the inverter as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 Insert the RJ45 plug into any RJ45 socket on inverter 1 3 Insert the other end of the wire into any RJ45 socket on inverter ...

Page 124: ...plied with the inverter or self made shielded 2 wire data cable with round plug and terminal block connector Procedure 1 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector Inverter round socket Terminal PIN 1 1 4 2 2 Insert the round plug into any COM round socket on the inverter 3 If no further inverter is connected terminat...

Page 125: ...t the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Terminate the last inverter according to the inverter instructions Allocate communication address Recommendation Continuous numbering starting with 1 Default settings on the inverter Communication address 1 Setting Using the inverter operating display Procedure Start according to the inverter s instructions ...

Page 126: ...ions Installation steps Switch off the inverters and Solar Log Install Fronius ComCard RS485 interface into the inverter Connect inverters to the Solar Log Connect the inverters to each other Allocate communication address Installing Fronius ComCard RS422 interface Procedure Install the Fronius ComCard RS422 interface in the inverter in accordance with the interface card installation instructions ...

Page 127: ...olar Log RS485 422 B or C socket Connect the inverters to each other Connect using a network cable patch cable Where to connect RJ45 socket on the outside of the inverter Procedure 1 Insert the RJ45 plug in inverter 1 into the OUT socket 2 Insert the other end of the wire into the IN socket on inverter 2 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Terminate the last inverter Inse...

Page 128: ... strip plug The round plug must be obtained from the manufacturer Procedure 1 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram View of the connection socket Fig Fronius RL round plug Solar Log terminal strip connector Inverters RS485 422 B Round socket 1 1 Data 3 2 use the cable shield 4 3 Data 2 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 s...

Page 129: ...uired for network interface The Datamanager is not integrated into the Symo Light models Note The Symo Galvo series is pre configured for the Solar Net protocol Check the settings if necessary Note With the introduction of Datamanager 2 0 there is the option to set the inverter detection to slave and then it does not have to be removed Note When connecting a Solar Log with several Fronius inverter...

Page 130: ...together using the RJ45 interface and if needed a router or switch Follow the connection setup according to the inverter s instructions Assigning IP addresses A static IP address has to be assigned to the inverter via the display Please select an IP address with the same class C subnet as the Solar Log For example The Solar Log has the IP address 192 168 178 49 The inverter in this case has to hav...

Page 131: ...on Detection from the Solar Log 1200 When using the Solar Log 1200 the detection can also be started from the display Select the settings Start Initial Configuration Page 2 Device Add and select the manufacturer Fronius from there Save and start the Device Detection Note With the detection via Ethernet it is also possible as long they are installed to register a connected battery and a connected c...

Page 132: ...pendent RS485 ports allow for different ways to wire the Solar Log to the inverters In addition there are different pin assignments based on whether port A or B is used Procedure 1 Open the inverter as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector Terminal strip inside the inverter ...

Page 133: ...erminal RS485 TB3 Terminal RS485 TB3 Pin 1 or 2 Port A or Pin 9 or 10 Port B Pin 2 or 1 Port A or Pin 10 or 9 Port B Pin 3 or 4 Port A or Pin 11 or 12 Port B Pin 4 or 3 Port A or Pin 12 or 11 Port B 3 Connect terminals on inverter 1 to the corresponding terminals on inverter 2 4 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way see Figure 2 pin terminal TB3 5 Terminate the last inverter Se...

Page 134: ...verter display Procedure Start according to the inverter s instructions Note The communication port has to be configured The settings are located in the inverter display under Configuration Communication The RS485 port used A or B has to be configured as follows Baud rate 9600bps Settings N81 Address the respective bus address ...

Page 135: ...connecting to the Ethernet router or switch and allocating the IP address Connect inverters and the Solar Log The wiring is done using a network cable patch cable crossover cable and the Ethernet router or switch Procedure 1 Set different unit IDs on each inverter in accordance with the inverter s instructions 2 Connect the Solar Log and the inverter to the router or switch 3 Allocate an IP addres...

Page 136: ... made cable connection with RS485 data cable and terminal block connector Caution Risk of damage to the unit The Solar Log also has an RJ45 socket which must never be connected to the RJ45 socket on the inverter Only connect inverters via the RS485 422 Solar Log interface s Procedure 1 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip...

Page 137: ... sockets on the outside of the inverter Procedure 1 Insert the RJ45 plug into any RJ45 socket on inverter 1 2 Insert the other end of the wire into any RJ45 socket on inverter 2 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Terminate the last inverter in accordance with the inverter instructions ...

Page 138: ...igher four MPP trackers are recorded Information on the following models Solis 2 5K 4G Solis 3K 4G Solis 3 6K 4G The models mentioned are available with one or two MPP trackers The models with a single MPP tracker have the ST single tracker at the end of the model name Since the So lar Log also detects models with two MPP trackers the MPP not being used should be deactivated How to deactivate the ...

Page 139: ...using Ginlong s daisy chain cable Connect the cables according to the inverter manufacturer s instructions Terminate the last inverter according to the inverter manufacturer s instructions Assign the communication address Recommendation Continuous numbering starting with 1 Default settings on the inverter Communication address 1 Setting Using the inverter operating display Procedure Start accordin...

Page 140: ...g with 1 Default settings on the inverter Communication address 1 Setting Using the inverter s operating display Procedure Start according to the inverter manufacturer s instructions New supported models as of firmware 4 2 1 Solis 5K 4G Solis 6K 4G Solis 8K 4G Solis 9K 4G Solis 10K 4G Solis 12K 4G Solis 15K 4G Solis 17K 4G Solis 20K 4G Solis 5K 4G LV Solis 10K 4G LV Solis 25K 4G Solis 30K 4G Solis...

Page 141: ...or self made data cable with RJ45 plug and 6 pin terminal block connector Caution Risk of damage to the unit The Solar Log also has an RJ45 socket which must never be connected to the RJ45 socket on the inverter Only connect inverters via the RS485 422 Solar Log interface s Procedure 1 Connect wires as shown in the diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector RJ45 inverter Terminal PIN 1 Data A 3 A ...

Page 142: ...er Procedure 1 Insert the RJ45 plug in inverter 1 into the RJ45 socket 2 Insert the other end of the wire into the other RJ45 socket on inverter 2 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 socket 5 Terminate the last inverter according to the inverter instructions ...

Page 143: ...ring is done using a partially ready made RJ45 cable not included or self made data cable with RJ45 plug and 6 pin terminal block connector Caution Risk of damage to the unit The Solar Log also has an RJ45 socket which must never be connected to the RJ45 socket on the inverter Only connect inverters via the RS485 422 Solar Log interface s Procedure 1 Connect wires as shown in the diagram Solar Log...

Page 144: ...patch cable Where to connect RJ45 socket on the outside of the inverter Procedure 1 Insert the RJ45 plug in inverter 1 into the RJ45 socket 2 Insert the other end of the wire into the other RJ45 socket on inverter 2 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 422 B or C socket 5 Terminate the last inverter according to ...

Page 145: ...l 1 1 RS485 4 2 RS485 or 1 5 RS485 4 6 RS485 2 Pass the cable from Solar Log to inverter 1 through the cable gland on the underside of the device and connect it with terminal strip plug 3 Plug the terminal strip plug into the RS485 terminal strip of the inverter 4 Plug the terminal strip plug into the RS485 socket of the Solar Log Connect the inverters to each other Wiring via 2 pin cable with ter...

Page 146: ...ructions 2 Connect inverter 2 via RS485 terminal strip from inverter 1 according to manufacturer s instructions 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 socket 5 Terminate the last inverter according to the inverter instructions Procedure MT serie 1 Connect wires as shown in the diagram Solar Log terminal strip conne...

Page 147: ...485 socket of inverter 1 2 Continue wiring via RS485 socket to inverter 2 according to manufacturer s instructions 3 Plug the other terminal strip plug into the RS485 socket of inverter 2 4 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 5 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 socket 6 Terminate the last inverter according to the inverter instructions ...

Page 148: ...eps Switch off the inverters and the Solar Log Connect the inverters to the Solar Log Connect the inverters to each other Assign the communication address Connect the inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a self made shielded 3 wire data cable with a terminal block connector Procedure 1 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log...

Page 149: ...ch other in the same way 4 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 socket Assign the communication address Recommendation Continuous numbering starting with 1 Address range 1 125 Setting Using the inverter s operating display Procedure Start according to the inverter s instructions 2 pin wiring Overview Integrated interface Where to connect Round sockets on the outside of the ...

Page 150: ...ound socket on inverter 1 2 Insert the other end of the cable into any round socket on inverter 2 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 socket Allocate communication address Recommendation Continuous numbering starting with 1 Address range 1 125 Setting Using the inverter operating display Procedure Start accordin...

Page 151: ...att 3600MTL 10 4200MTL 10 5000MTL 10 Modbus Growatt 2000HF 2500HF 3000HF Modbus Growatt 10000UE 12000UE 18000UE 20000UE Modbus Growatt 4000UE 5000UE 6000UE Modbus Growatt 1500TL US 2000TL US 3000TL US U 1 5 Modbus Growatt 3600MTL US 4200MTL US 5000MTL US U 1 5 Modbus Growatt 2000HF US 2500HF US 3000HF US Modbus Growatt 8000TL US 9000TL US 10000TL US 11000TL US Modbus Growatt 10000TL3 US 12000TL3 U...

Page 152: ...n at startup in the Configuration Devices Configuration Order dialog box The inverters can be identified using the displayed serial number Installation steps Switch off the inverters and Solar Log Connect inverters to the Solar Log Connect the inverters to each other Installing the RS485 interface Procedure Insert the RS485 interface in the bottom of the inverter according to the interface card in...

Page 153: ...re to be connected 6 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 422 B or C socket Connect the inverters to each other Connect using a 4 wire shielded data cable Where to connect Terminal strip inside the inverter on the retrofitted RS485 interface Procedure Open the inverter as shown in the inverter s instructions Position the inverter up according to the diagram Connect terminal...

Page 154: ...r Connect inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a self made cable connection with RS485 data cable and terminal block connector Procedure 1 Open the inverter as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 Insert the RJ45 plug into any RJ45 socket on the first inverter 3 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connec...

Page 155: ... terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 socket Central inverter Overview Integrated interface Connected using network cable patch cable and Ethernet router or switch Communication address must be allocated Installation steps Allocate communication address Connect inverters to the Solar Log Connect the inverters to each other Caution The IP addresses for the inverter must be in the same ...

Page 156: ...or the inverter has to be in the same Class C network as the Solar Log Alternati vely it is sufficient if the first three groups of digits in the IP addresses are the same Assign the communication address Setting Using the inverter operating display Please follow the instructions in the manufacturer s manual Connect inverters and the Solar Log The wiring is done using a network cable patch cable a...

Page 157: ...String Gateway according to manufacturer s instructions Connect the TrueString Gateway to the router switch Connect the Solar Log to the router switch Connect the inverters to each other The inverters are connected together according to the inverter instructions Connect the Solar Log TrueString Gateway Connect Solar Log to router switch Connect TrueString Gateway to router switch The TrueString Ga...

Page 158: ...the manufacturer and the type Confirm your selection with OK Save your selections and then start the Device Detection under Configuration Device Detection Detection from the Solar Log 1200 When using the Solar Log 1200 the detection can also be started from the display Select the settings Start Initial Configuration Page 2 Device Add and select the manufacturer HiQ Solar from there Save and start ...

Page 159: ...n with RS485 data cable and terminal block connector Procedure Version RJ45 socket 1 Open the inverter as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 Insert the RJ45 plug into RS485 Out socket on the inverter 3 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram 4 Address the inverter according to the manufacturer s specifications Address range 1 to 247 5 If no furt...

Page 160: ...rters according to the instructions for the inverter Wiring tables The following table is for the following models SUN2000 8KTL 10KTL 12KTL 15KTL 17KTL 20KTL 23KTL 28KTL 33KTL 33KTL A 33KTL US 36KTL 36KTL US 40KTL 40KTL US 42KTL 45KTL US HV D0 55KTL HV D1 D1 001 55KTL IN HV D1 and 60KTL HV D1 D1 001 Solar Log terminal strip connector RJ45 inverter RS485 Out Terminal PIN 1 1 or 4 4 2 or 5 The follo...

Page 161: ...ional extra not supplied or self made cable connection with RS485 data cable and terminal block connector Caution Risk of damage to the unit The Solar Log also has an RJ45 socket which must never be connected to the RJ45 socket on the inverter Only connect inverters via the RS485 422 Solar Log interface s Procedure 1 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following ...

Page 162: ...t on inverter 1 2 Insert the other end of the wire into any RJ45 socket on inverter 2 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Terminate the last inverter in accordance with the inverter instructions Allocate communication address Recommendation Continuous numbering starting with 1 Setting Using the inverter operating display Procedure Start according to the inverter s instruc...

Page 163: ...cable and terminal block connector Caution Risk of damage to the unit The Solar Log also has an RJ45 socket which must never be connected to the RJ45 socket on the inverter Only connect inverters via the RS485 422 Solar Log interface s Procedure 1 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector Inverter terminal strip Term...

Page 164: ...l D1 TxD1 on inverter 2 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Terminate the last inverter in accordance with the inverter instructions Allocate communication address Recommendation Continuous numbering starting with 1 Setting Using PC software for configuring inverters Procedure Start according to the inverter s instructions ...

Page 165: ...e not integrated Retrofit RS485 interface card 3 pin wiring Communication address must be allocated Installation steps Switch off the inverters and Solar Log Install the RS485 interface in the inverter Connect inverters to the Solar Log Connect the inverters to each other Allocate communication address Installing the RS485 interface Procedure Install the RS485 interface in the inverter in accordan...

Page 166: ...al block connector into the Solar Log RS485 socket Connect the inverters to each other Connect using a 3 wire shielded data cable Where to connect Terminal strip inside the inverter on the retrofitted RS485 interface Procedure 1 Open the inverter as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 Connect terminals Pin 1 RS485 A Pin 6 GND and Pin 2 RS485 B of inverter 1 to the corresponding terminals on inv...

Page 167: ...ther Allocate communication address Connect inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a self made shielded 3 wire data cable and terminal block connector Procedure 1 Open the inverter as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 Pull the free wires through the wire opening in the inverter 3 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log te...

Page 168: ...s Pin 1 RS485 A Pin 6 GND and Pin 2 RS485 B of inverter 1 to the corresponding terminals on inverter 2 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Terminate the last inverter Insert jumper JP3 into the RS485 card 5 Close inverters Allocate communication address Recommendation Continuous numbering starting with 1 Setting Using the inverter operating display Procedure Start accordi...

Page 169: ... communication address Connect inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a self made shielded 3 wire data cable and terminal block connector Procedure 1 Open the inverter as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 Pull the free wires through the wire opening in the inverter 3 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip ...

Page 170: ...als Pin 1 RS485 A Pin 6 GND and Pin 2 RS485 B of inverter 1 to the corresponding terminals on inverter 2 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Terminate the last inverter Insert jumper into the RS485 card 5 Close inverters Allocate communication address Recommendation Continuous numbering starting with 1 Setting Using the inverter operating display Procedure Start according...

Page 171: ...re data cable and terminal block connector Procedure 1 Open the inverter as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 Pull the free wires through the wire opening in the inverter 3 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector Inverter terminal strip Terminal Terminal 1 Pin 1 RS485 A 3 Pin 6 GND 4 Pin 2 RS485 B 4 If no furt...

Page 172: ...e corresponding terminals on inverter 2 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Terminate the last inverter Insert jumper into the RS485 card 5 Close inverters Allocate communication address Recommendation Continuous numbering starting with 1 Setting Using the inverter operating display Procedure Start according to the inverter s instructions ...

Page 173: ...re data cable and terminal block connector Procedure 1 Open the inverter as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 Pull the free wires through the wire opening in the inverter 3 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector Inverter terminal strip Terminal Terminal 1 Pin 1 RS485 A 3 Pin 6 GND 4 Pin 2 RS485 B 4 If no furt...

Page 174: ...e corresponding terminals on inverter 2 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Terminate the last inverter Insert jumper into the RS485 card 5 Close inverters Allocate communication address Recommendation Continuous numbering starting with 1 Setting Using the inverter operating display Procedure Start according to the inverter s instructions ...

Page 175: ... Solar Log The wiring is done using a Self made cable connection using the RS485 connector and the terminal block connector Procedure 1 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector RS485 connector Terminal Pin 1 2 RS485 3 4 GND 4 3 RS485 2 RS485 connector an den Wechselrichter gemäß Anleitung zum Wechselrichter anschlie...

Page 176: ...176 INVT iMARS Note Feed in Management Reductions of less than 10 are set to 10 with the MG series inverters The BG series models can be set to 1 to 100 ...

Page 177: ...485 data cable and terminal block connector Caution Risk of damage to the unit The Solar Log also has an RJ45 socket which must never be connected to the RJ45 socket on the inverter Only connect inverters via the RS485 422 Solar Log interface s Procedure 1 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector RJ45 inverter Termi...

Page 178: ... 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Terminate the last inverter Insert the 120 Ω resistor into the free RJ45 socket Allocate communication address Recommendation Continuous numbering starting with 1 1 250 Setting Using the inverter operating display Procedure Start according to the inverter s instructions Note A maximum of 31 inverters can be connected per RS485 bus New ...

Page 179: ...one using a partly made data cable optional extra not supplied or self made shielded 2 wire data cable and terminal block connector Procedure 1 Open the inverter as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 Pull the free wires through the wire opening in the inverter 3 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector Inverter ...

Page 180: ...other in the same way 4 Terminate the last inverter Series 2 Powador Set the DIP switch inside the inverter to ON and all other inverters to OFF 5 Close inverters Allocate communication address Recommendation Continuous numbering starting with 1 Setting Using the inverter operating display Procedure Start according to the inverter s instructions Note The 25000xi 33000xi Kaco inverter models are sh...

Page 181: ...ielded 2 wire data cable and terminal block connector Procedure 1 Open the inverter as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 Pull the free wires through the wire opening in the inverter 3 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector Inverter terminal strip Terminal Terminal 1 B 4 A 4 If no further inverter connected te...

Page 182: ...e other inverters to each other in the same way 5 Terminate the last inverter Connect the free terminal A to terminal B using the supplied 330 Ω terminating resistor 6 Close inverters Allocate communication address Recommendation Continuous numbering starting with 1 Setting Using the DIP switch inside the inverter Procedure Start according to the inverter s instructions Note A maximum of 32 invert...

Page 183: ... inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a self made shielded 2 wire data cable with a terminal block connector Procedure 1 Open the inverter as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector Terminal strip inside the inverter Terminal RS485 Terminal 1 Data A 3 4 Data B 4...

Page 184: ...socket Connect the inverters to each other Wiring using 2 pin cable with round plugs Where to connect Round sockets on the outside of the inverter Procedure 1 Insert the round plug into any round socket on inverter 1 2 Insert the other end of the cable into any round socket on inverter 2 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Insert the terminal block connector into the Sola...

Page 185: ...lf made shielded 2 wire data cable with a terminal block connector Procedure 1 Open the inverter as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector Terminal strip inside the inverter Terminal RS485 Terminal 1 Data A 3 4 Data B 4 3 If no further inverter is connected terminate the inve...

Page 186: ...any COM round socket on the inverter 4 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 socket Connect the inverters to each other Wiring using 2 pin cable with round plugs Where to connect Round sockets on the outside of the inverter Procedure 1 Insert the round plug into any round socket on inverter 1 2 Insert the other end of the cable into any round socket on inverter 2 3 Connect t...

Page 187: ...block connector Where to connect 4 pin round socket on the button of the device Procedure 1 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector X4 socket inverter Terminal PIN 1 4 Data 4 2 Data 2 If no further inverter is connected terminate the inverter according to the instructions for the inverter 3 Insert the terminal bloc...

Page 188: ...cket A on the second inver ter using the following diagram X4 socket inverter 1 X4 socket inverter 2 Terminal PIN 2 2 Data 4 4 Data 5 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 6 Terminate the last inverter in accordance with the inverter instructions 7 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 socket Note According to the manufacturer s specifications a maximum o...

Page 189: ... from up to 3 individu al strings During the inverter detection the Solar Log automatically detects how many MPP trackers are active only the active MPP trackers are displayed The inverter must be feeding data in for successful detection Installation steps Switch off the inverters and Solar Log Connect inverters to the Solar Log Connect the inverters to each other Allocate communication address Co...

Page 190: ...nect using a 3 wire shielded data cable Where to connect Terminal strip inside the inverter Procedure 1 Open the inverter as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 Connect terminals A B and GND of inverter 1 to the corresponding terminals on inverter 2 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Terminate the last inverter according to the inverter instructions 5 Close inverters ...

Page 191: ...lar Log Connect inverters to the Solar Log Connect the inverters to each other Allocate communication address address range 1 99 Connect inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a ready made data cable optional extra not supplied or self made RS485 data cable with RJ45 plug and terminal block connector Caution Risk of damage to the unit The Solar Log also has an RJ45 socket which must n...

Page 192: ... inverters are supplied with the inverters Use these Where to connect RJ45 socket on the outside of the inverter Procedure 1 Insert the RJ45 plug into the free RJ45 socket on the first inverter 2 Insert the other end of the wire into any RJ45 socket on inverter 2 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Terminate the last inverter Insert the connection plug into the free RJ45 ...

Page 193: ...ange it while in operation the Solar Log would then no longer be able to access the inverters If this has accidentally happened perform the inverter detection again to be able to access the inverter from the Solar Log Connect inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a network cable patch cable crossover cable and the Ethernet router or switch Connect the inverters to each other The inve...

Page 194: ...the Solar Log 1200 When using the Solar Log 1200 the detection can also be started from the display Select the settings Start Initial Configuration Page 2 Device Add and select the manufacturer Kostal from there Save and start the Device Detection Note Power Management Inverter Settings The power reduction function is only available when the Sensors selection has been activated under the Settings ...

Page 195: ...Connect inverters to the Solar Log Connect the inverters to each other Allocate communication address Address range 1 to 32 Settings on the inverter s display according to the manufacturer s manual Connect inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a self made cable connection with RS485 data cable and terminal block connector Caution Risk of damage to the unit The Solar Log also has an R...

Page 196: ...other Connect using a network cable patch cable No Crossover cable Where to connect RJ45 sockets on the outside of the inverter Procedure 1 Insert the RJ45 plug into the free RJ45 socket on the first inverter 2 Insert the other end of the wire into any RJ45 socket on inverter 2 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Terminate the last inverter set the DIP switch to on Alloca...

Page 197: ...r Log The wiring is done using a self made cable connection with RS485 data cable and terminal block connector Caution Risk of damage to the unit The Solar Log also has an RJ45 socket which must never be connected to the RJ45 socket on the inverter Only connect inverters via the RS485 422 Solar Log interface s Procedure 1 If you are fabricating the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the ...

Page 198: ...he free RJ45 socket on the first inverter 2 Insert the other end of the wire into any RJ45 socket on inverter 2 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Terminate the last inverter set the DIP switch to on Allocate communication address Recommendation Continuous numbering from 1 to 254 Setting Using the inverter operating display Procedure Start according to the inverter s ins...

Page 199: ... The Solar Log automatically detects how many inverters and strings are active during inverter detection Note A maximum of 20 inverters can be connected per RS485 bus Note The order in which the inverters are displayed in the Solar Log after detection is random We strongly recommend that you change the order of the inverters immediately after detection at startup in the Configuration Devices Confi...

Page 200: ...o the RJ45 socket on the inverter 3 If no further inverter is connected terminate the inverter according to the instructions for the inverter 4 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 socket Connect the inverters to each other Connect using a network cable patch cable Where to connect RJ45 plug outside the housing floor Procedure 1 Insert the RJ45 plug into any RJ45 socket on ...

Page 201: ...nnection and terminal block connector Procedure 1 Unscrew the front plate of the inverter as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector RJ11 Inverter Terminal PIN 1 3 4 4 3 Insert the RJ1plug into any RJ11 socket on inverter 1 4 If no further inverter connected terminate the inve...

Page 202: ...nto any RJ11 socket on inverter 2 4 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 5 Terminate the last inverter Set the DIP switch for the terminal resistor to ON 6 Screw the inverter front plate on again Allocate communication address Recommendation Continuous numbering starting with 1 Setting Using the inverter operating display Procedure Start according to the inverter s instruction...

Page 203: ...lf made cable connection with RS485 data cable and terminal block connector Caution Risk of damage to the unit The Solar Log also has an RJ45 socket which must never be connected to the RJ45 socket on the inverter Only connect inverters via the RS485 422 Solar Log interface s Procedure 1 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal str...

Page 204: ... sockets on the outside of the inverter Procedure 1 Insert the RJ45 plug into any RJ45 socket on inverter 1 2 Insert the other end of the wire into any RJ45 socket on inverter 2 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Terminate the last inverter in accordance with the inverter instructions ...

Page 205: ... The wiring is done using a self made shielded 2 wire data cable with a terminal block connector Procedure 1 Open the inverter as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector Terminal strip inside the inverter Terminal Terminal 1 A Data 4 B Data 3 Terminate the inverter as shown in...

Page 206: ...onnect terminals A and B on inverter 1 to the corresponding terminals on inverter 2 4 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 5 Terminate the inverter as shown in the inverter s instructions 6 Close inverters 7 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 socket Allocate communication address Recommendation Continuous numbering starting with 1 Setting Using the so...

Page 207: ... inverters immediately after detection at startup in the Configuration Device Configuration Order menu box The inverters can be identified using the displayed serial number Installation steps Switch off the inverters and Solar Log Connect inverters to the Solar Log Connect the inverters to each other Connect inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a self made cable connection with RS48...

Page 208: ...ny RJ45 socket on inverter 1 3 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 422 B or C socket Connect the inverters to each other Connect using a network cable patch cable Where to connect RJ45 socket outside the inverter Procedure 1 Insert the RJ45 plug into any RJ45 socket on inverter 1 2 Insert the other end of the wire into any RJ45 socket on inverter 2 3 Connect the other inve...

Page 209: ...er detection at startup in the Configuration Device Configuration Order menu box The inverters can be identified using the displayed serial number Installation steps Switch off the inverters and Solar Log Connect inverters to the Solar Log Connect the inverters to each other Connect inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a self made cable connection with RS485 data cable and terminal ...

Page 210: ...o any RJ45 socket on inverter 1 3 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 socket Connect the inverters to each other Connect using a network cable patch cable Where to connect RJ45 socket outside the inverter Procedure 1 Insert the RJ45 plug into any RJ45 socket on inverter 1 2 Insert the other end of the wire into any RJ45 socket on inverter 2 3 Connect the other inverters to...

Page 211: ...e and terminal block connector Procedure 1 Open the inverter as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 Connect the cable as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector Inverter terminal strip RS485 422 B Terminal strip TB401 1 Pin 4 Data 3 Pin 3 GND 4 Pin 5 Data 3 If no further inverter connected terminate the inverter To do this a bridge must be inserted on the inverter betw...

Page 212: ...se inverters 6 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 socket Inverter settings The following values must be set in the inverter setup COM_485 to 19200bps COM_Pari to Even COM_Stop to 2bit Set the communication protocol to Auto or Compoway F not Modbus Please follow the instructions in the manufacturer s handbook for this Allocate communication address Recommendation Continuou...

Page 213: ... inverters to each other Connect inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a self made cable connection with the round plug and the terminal strip plug The round plug must be obtained from the manufacturer Procedure 1 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram View of the connection socket Fig Pairan Round socket Solar Log terminal strip conn...

Page 214: ...ire shielded data cable Where to connect Round socket on inverter Procedure 1 self made cable connection with round plug and a terminal block plug 2 Also connect the cable to the next inverter in round plug 1 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way ...

Page 215: ... in the Solar Log after detection is random We strongly recommend that you change the order of the inverters immediately after detection at startup in the Configuration Devices Configuration Order dialog box The inverters can be identified using the displayed serial number Installation steps Switch off the inverters and Solar Log Install the RS485 interface in the inverter Connect inverters to the...

Page 216: ...Terminal 1 R 4 R 5 T 6 T 4 Close the inverter if no other inverters are to be connected 5 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 422 B or C socket Connect the inverters to each other Connect using a 4 wire shielded data cable Where to connect Terminal strip inside the inverter on the retrofitted RS485 interface Procedure 1 Open the inverter as shown in the inverter s instruct...

Page 217: ... The inverters can be identified using the displayed serial number Installation steps Switch off the inverters and Solar Log Connect inverters to the Solar Log Connect the inverters to each other Connect inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a ready made data cable optional extra not supplied or self made cable connection with RS485 data cable and terminal block connector Procedure 1...

Page 218: ...o connect RJ45 sockets on the bottom of the inverter Procedure 1 Insert the RJ45 plug into any RJ45 socket on inverter 1 2 Insert the other end of the wire into any RJ45 socket on inverter 2 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Terminate the last inverter according to the inverter instructions ...

Page 219: ...terminal block connector Procedure 1 Connect wires as shown in the diagram below Solar Log terminal strip connector Inverter terminal strip Terminal Terminal 1 B Data 4 A Data 2 If no further inverter is connected terminate the inverter according to the instructions for the inverter 3 Close the inverter cover if no other inverters are to be connected 4 Insert the terminal block connector into the ...

Page 220: ...gurations Activate the RS485 interface Using the inverter operating display Note Pay particular attention to the instructions in the installation manual regarding the address types activating the communication interface and the master slave mode ...

Page 221: ...ter 2 pin wiring Communication address must be allocated Installation steps Switch off the inverters and Solar Log Connect inverters to the Solar Log Connect the inverters to each other Allocate communication address Note It is important to note that there are two different wiring types for the Polycab model Refer to the wiring table further below Connect inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is d...

Page 222: ...anufacturer s instructions Assign the communication address Recommendation Continuous numbering starting with 1 Default settings on the inverter Communication address 1 Setting Using the inverter operating display Procedure Start according to the inverter manufacturer s instructions Procedure for models 20K and larger 1 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the followi...

Page 223: ...r inverters to each other in the same way 4 Terminate the last inverter according to the inverter manufacturer s instructions Assign the communication address Recommendation Continuous numbering starting with 1 Default settings on the inverter Communication address 1 Setting Using the inverter s operating display Procedure Start according to the inverter manufacturer s instructions ...

Page 224: ... and Solar Log Install the RS485 interface in the inverter Connect inverters to the Solar Log Connect the inverters to each other Allocate communication address Recommendation Continuous numbering starting with 1 Setting Using the DIP switch on the interface card Before installing the RS485 interface card Allocate the communication address using the 8 interface card DIP switches Example Communicat...

Page 225: ...interface in the inverter in accordance with the interface card installation instructions Connect inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a ready made BKL2 data cable optional extra not supplied or self made shielded 4 wire data cable and terminal block connector Procedure 1 Open the inverter as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 Pull the free wires through the wire opening in the ...

Page 226: ...RS485 socket Connect the inverters to each other Connect using a 4 wire shielded data cable Where to connect Terminal strip inside the inverter on the retrofitted RS485 interface card Procedure 1 Open the inverter as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 Connect terminals R T R and R of inverter 1 to the corresponding terminals on inverter 2 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same...

Page 227: ...plied or self made shielded 3 wire data cable and terminal block connector Procedure 1 Open the inverter as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 Pull the free wires through the wire opening in the inverter 3 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector Inverter terminal strip Outdoor Terminal Terminal 1 T R PC 3 GND 4...

Page 228: ... inverter 2 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Terminate the last inverter Set the DIP switch for the terminal resistor to ON 5 Close inverters Allocate communication address Recommendation Continuous numbering from Solar Log starting from 2 not 1 Setting Using the inverter operating display Procedure Start according to the inverter s instructions ...

Page 229: ...e shielded 2 wire data cable with a terminal block connector Procedure 1 Open the inverter as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector Terminal strip inside the inverter Terminal RS485 terminal 1 A Data 1 T R 1 4 B Data 2 T R 1 3 If no further inverter connected terminate the i...

Page 230: ...2 T R 2 3 Connect terminals A and B on inverter 1 to the corresponding terminals on inverter 2 4 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 5 Terminate the last inverter Set the DIP switch for the terminal resistor to ON 6 Close inverters 7 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 socket Allocate communication address Recommendation Continuous numbering starting ...

Page 231: ...bus RS485 on delivery to the customer is set to 9600bps Please check these settings Procedure 1 Open the inverter as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 Pull the free wires through the wire opening in the inverter 3 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector RJ45 inverter Terminal PIN 1 2 D 3 1 GND 4 3 D 4 If no fu...

Page 232: ...ding terminals on inverter 2 5 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 6 Terminate the last inverter in accordance with the manufacturer s specifications Inside the inverter set the supplied jumper from J4 to J5 7 Address the individual inverters in accordance with the manufacturer s handbook Inverter 1 should be the inverter that is directly connected to the Solar Log To this en...

Page 233: ...Before connecting to the Ethernet router or switch and allocating the IP address Assigning IP addresses Please select an IP address with the same class C subnet as the Solar Log For example The Solar Log has the IP address 192 168 178 49 The inverter in this case has to have a free IP address in the same range from 192 168 178 1 to 192 168 178 254 Procedure Start according to the inverter s instru...

Page 234: ...e connected according to this diagram QX3000 QX4200 OX5500 QX6600 Overview Integrated interface Where to connect Between the COM round sockets on the outside of the inverter 3 pin wiring Communication address must be allocated Installation steps Switch off the inverters and Solar Log Connect inverters to the Solar Log Connect the inverters to each other Allocate communication address Connect inver...

Page 235: ...ion socket on outside of the inverter Procedure 1 Insert the plug into socket X2 on inverter 1 2 Insert the other end of the wire into the X2 socket on inverter 2 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Terminate the last inverter in accordance with the inverter instructions Allocate communication address Recommendation Continuous numbering starting with 1 Default settings on...

Page 236: ...to problems with inverter detection Installation steps Switch off the inverters and Solar Log Connect inverters to the Solar Log Connect the inverters to each other Allocate communication address Connect inverters to the Solar Log self made shielded 3 wire data cable and terminal block connector Procedure 1 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram So...

Page 237: ...utside of the inverter Procedure 1 Insert the plug into the X6 socket on inverter 1 2 Insert the other end of the wire into the X7 socket on inverter 2 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Terminate the last inverter according to the manufacturer s instructions Allocate communication address Setting Using the inverter s control panel Recommendation Continuous numbering sta...

Page 238: ...ct the inverters to each other RJ45 Connect inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a network cable patch cable crossover cable and the Ethernet router or switch Connect the inverters to each other The inverters are connected together using the RJ45 interface and if needed a router or switch Connection setup according to the inverter s instructions Assigning IP addresses A static IP ad...

Page 239: ...he manufacturer Confirm your selection with OK Save your selections and then start the Device Detection under Configuration Device Detection Detection from the Solar Log 1200 When using the Solar Log 1200 the detection can also be started from the display Select the settings Start Initial Configuration Page 2 Device Add and select the manufacturer Q3 QX3 from there Save and start the Device Detect...

Page 240: ...erwise this could lead to problems with inverter detection Installation steps Switch off the inverters and Solar Log Connect inverters to the Solar Log Connect the inverters to each other Allocate communication address Connect inverters to the Solar Log ready made data cable optional extra not supplied or self made shielded 3 wire data cable and terminal block connector Procedure 1 If you are maki...

Page 241: ...1 Insert the plug into the X6 socket on inverter 1 2 Insert the other end of the wire into the X7 socket on inverter 2 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Terminate the last inverter according to the manufacturer s instructions Allocate communication address Setting Using the inverter s control panel parameter 89 in the communication menu Recommendation Continuous numberi...

Page 242: ...inverter 2 pin wiring Communication address must be allocated Installation steps Switch off the inverters and Solar Log Connect inverters to the Solar Log Connect the inverters to each other Allocate communication address Instructions for older Solar Log Refu installations Set compatibility Note To use active and reactive power management all of the inverters need to be set to Protocol 1 57600 bau...

Page 243: ...in the same way 5 Terminate the last inverter On the sockets RS485 OUT with REFUSOL round plugs bypass the connections PIN1 to PIN2 and PIN3 to PIN4 6 Close inverters Allocate communication address Recommendation Continuous numbering starting with 1 highest possible address 31 Set the following parameters on the inverter s operating display 1 Press F1 select Numerical list press ENTER 2 Set parame...

Page 244: ...number 0420 press ENTER 7 Select sub parameter 0420 3 press ENTER 8 Enter the numerical value 9600 press ENTER 9 Using the installed DC isolating switch turn the inverters on and off briefly so that the settings are activated Note The numerical value 2 under point 5 in the settings refers to the old Solar Log protocol and the value 1 to the native protocol for active and reactive power control The...

Page 245: ...d 2 wire data cable with a terminal block connector Procedure 1 Open the inverter as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector Terminal strip inside the inverter Terminal RS485 terminal 1 A Data 1 T R 1 4 B Data 2 T R 1 3 If no further inverter connected terminate the inverter I...

Page 246: ... R 2 3 Connect terminals A and B on inverter 1 to the corresponding terminals on inverter 2 4 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 5 Terminate the last inverter Set the DIP switch for the terminal resistor to ON 6 Close inverters 7 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 socket Allocate communication address Recommendation Continuous numbering starting wit...

Page 247: ...made data cable optional extra not supplied Procedure 1 Open the inverter as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 Pull the free wires through the wire opening in the inverter 3 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector Terminal strip inverter Terminal PIN 1 5 1 7 4 4 4 6 4 If no further inverter connected terminate...

Page 248: ... 3 Terminate the last inverter 4 Close inverters 5 Allocate communication address 6 Recommendation Continuous numbering from Solar Log starting from 2 not 1 Last address at 247 7 Setting Using the inverter operating display 8 Procedure Start according to the inverter s instructions Note A maximum of 31 inverters can be connected per RS485 bus ...

Page 249: ...d in the Solar Log after detection is random We strongly recommend that you change the order of the inverters immediately after detection at startup in the Configuration Devices Configuration Order dialog box The inverters can be identified using the displayed serial number Installation steps Switch off the inverters and Solar Log Install the RS485 interface in the inverter Connect inverters to th...

Page 250: ...ding to the instructions for the inverter 5 Close the inverter if no other inverters are to be connected 6 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 422 B or C socket Connect the inverters to each other Connect using a 4 wire shielded data cable Where to connect Terminal strip inside the inverter on the retrofitted RS485 interface Procedure 1 Open the inverter as shown in the in...

Page 251: ... 1mppt Overview Integrated interface Where to connect Terminal strip inside the inverter 2 pin wiring The communication address has to be assigned Installation steps Switch off the inverters and the Solar Log Connect the inverters to the Solar Log Assign the communication address Terminate inverter Connect the inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a self made shielded 2 wire data cab...

Page 252: ...s instructions if no additional inverters are to be connected 4 Close the inverter if no other inverters are to be connected 5 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 socket Connect the inverters to each other Where to connect Terminal strip inside the inverter Connect the inverters to each other according to the inverter instructions Assign the communication address Recommend...

Page 253: ...munication address Connect inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a self made shielded 3 wire data cable with round plug and terminal block connector Procedure 1 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector Inverter round socket Terminal PIN 1 Data PIN A 3 GND GND 4 Data PIN B 2 Insert the round plug into a...

Page 254: ...verter 2 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 socket Allocate communication address Recommendation Continuous numbering starting with 1 Address range 1 247 Setting Using the inverter operating display Procedure Start according to the inverter s instructions ...

Page 255: ...rs are displayed in the Solar Log after detection is random We strongly recommend that you change the order of the inverters immediately after detection at startup in the Configuration Devices Configuration Order dialog box The inverters can be identified using the displayed serial number Installation steps Switch off the inverters and Solar Log Install the RS485 interface in the inverter Connect ...

Page 256: ...rding to the instructions for the inverter 5 Close the inverter if no other inverters are to be connected 6 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 422 B or C socket Connect the inverters to each other Connect using a 4 wire shielded data cable Where to connect Terminal strip inside the inverter on the retrofitted RS485 interface Procedure 1 Open the inverter as shown in the i...

Page 257: ...p connector Inverter terminal strip Terminal Terminal 1 4 A in 4 3 B in 2 If no further inverter connected terminate the inverter Insert 120 Ω terminal resistor 3 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 socket Connect the inverters to each other Connect using a 2 wire shielded data cable Where to connect Terminal strip inside the inverter Procedure 1 Connect terminal 2 A out o...

Page 258: ... the inverters to each other Connect inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a ready made data cable optional extra not supplied self made shielded 4 wire data cable and terminal block connector Procedure 1 Open the inverter as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connec ...

Page 259: ...re shielded data cable Where to connect RJ11 sockets Procedure Open the inverter as shown in the inverter s instructions 1 Insert the self made cable with the RJ11 plug into any RJ11 socket on inverter 1 2 Insert the RJ11 cable into the 2nd RJ11 socket on inverter 1 and into any RJ11 socket on inverter 2 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Close inverters 5 Insert the ter...

Page 260: ...a not supplied or self made shielded 2 wire data cable with a 9 pin plug and a terminal block connector Procedure 1 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector Inverter terminal strip Terminal Terminal 1 1 A Line 4 2 B Line 2 Insert the plug into socket A on the inverter 3 If no further inverter connected terminate the...

Page 261: ...d of the cable into socket C of the second inverter 4 Connect the other inverters to each other using socket C 5 Terminate the last inverter Connect socket A on the Santerno Solar Log data cable to the plug of the first Santerno data cable Allocate communication address Recommendation Continuous numbering starting with 1 Setting Using the inverter operating display Procedure Start according to the...

Page 262: ...te The order in which the inverters are displayed in the Solar Log after detection is random We strongly recommend that you change the order of the inverters immediately after detection at startup in the Configuration Device Configuration Order menu box The inverters can be identified using the displayed serial number Installation steps Switch off the inverters and Solar Log Install the RS485 inte...

Page 263: ... according to the instructions for the inverter 5 Close the inverter if no other inverters are to be connected 6 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 422 B or C socket Connect the inverters to each other Connect using a 4 wire shielded data cable Where to connect Terminal strip inside the inverter on the retrofitted RS485 interface Procedure 1 Open the inverter as shown in ...

Page 264: ...rter as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector Inverters Terminal Sub D9 socket X51 1 8 4 6 3 Close the inverter if no other inverters are to be connected 4 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 socket Connect the inverters to each other Connect using a...

Page 265: ... Procedure 1 Open the inverter as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 Insert the RJ45 plug into any RJ45 socket on the first inverter 3 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram 4 If only one inverter is to be connected this must be terminated Solar Log terminal strip connector Inverters Terminal PIN 1 4 3 8 4 5 5 Close the inverter if no other inv...

Page 266: ...nverter 3 Insert the other end of the wire into any RJ45 socket on inverter 2 4 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 5 Terminate the last inverter in accordance with the manufacturer s specifications 6 Close the inverter if no other inverters are to be connected 7 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 socket ...

Page 267: ...on with RS485 data cable and terminal block connector Procedure 1 Open the inverter as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 Insert the RJ45 plug into RJ45 Out socket on the first inverter 3 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector Inverter RS485 Terminal Pin 1 Data A 3 GND GND 4 Data B 4 If no further inverter is ...

Page 268: ...J45 in socket on second inverter 4 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 5 Terminate the last inverter in accordance with the manufacturer s specifications 6 Close the inverter if no other inverters are to be connected 7 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 socket Assign the communication address Recommendation Continuous numbering starting with 1 addres...

Page 269: ...dresses A static IP address has to be assigned to the inverter via the display Please select an IP address with the same class C subnet as the Solar Log For example The Solar Log has the IP address 192 168 178 49 The inverter in this case has to have a free IP address in the same range from 192 168 178 1 to 192 168 178 254 Procedure Start according to the inverter s instructions Detection via the ...

Page 270: ...tive power management all of the inverters need to be set to Protocol 1 57600 baud Parameter 1164 2 Connect inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a self made shielded 2 wire data cable and terminal block connector Procedure 1 Connect wires as shown in the diagram below Solar Log terminal strip connector RS485 inverter socket Terminal PIN 1 2 4 3 2 If no further inverter connected ter...

Page 271: ...plug as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 Insert one plug into the OUT X14B socket of inverter 1 3 Insert the other end of the wire into the IN socket X15B on inverter 2 4 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 5 Terminate the last inverter On the sockets RS485 OUT with REFUSOL round plugs bypass the connections PIN1 to PIN2 and PIN3 to PIN4 6 Close inverters Allocate commu...

Page 272: ...iring is done using a self made shielded 3 wire data cable with a terminal block connector Procedure 1 Get access to the inverter interface 2 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector Terminal strip inside the inverter Terminal RS485 terminal 1 1 A Data 3 6 GND 4 3 B Data 3 If no further inverter connected terminate ...

Page 273: ...onnect terminals on inverter 1 to the corresponding terminals on inverter 2 4 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 5 Terminate the last inverter Set the DIP S1 switch for the terminal resistor to ON 6 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 socket Allocate communication address Recommendation Continuous numbering starting with 1 going to 30 Procedure Start...

Page 274: ...n the inverter as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 Pull the free wires through the wire opening in the inverter 3 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector Inverter terminal strip Terminal Terminal 1 RS485 4 RS485 4 If no further inverter is connected terminate the inverter according to the instructions for the...

Page 275: ...two data cable wires in accordance with the inverter instructions 3 Terminate the last inverter in accordance with the inverter instructions 4 Close inverters Allocate communication address Recommendation Continuous numbering starting with 1 Setting Using the inverter operating display Procedure Start according to the inverter s instructions ...

Page 276: ...erminal block connector Caution Risk of damage to the unit The Solar Log also has an RJ45 socket which must never be connected to the RJ45 socket on the inverter Only connect inverters via the RS485 422 Solar Log interface s Procedure 1 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector RJ45 inverter Terminal PIN 4 3 A 1 6 B ...

Page 277: ...her end of the wire into any RJ45 socket on inverter 2 4 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 5 Terminate the last inverter Insert the IP20 terminal plug into a free RJ45 socket not strictly required for cables up to 100 m long 6 Close the unit cover on the bottom of the inverter Allocate communication address Recommendation Continuous numbering starting with 1 Setting Using t...

Page 278: ...e shielded 3 wire data cable with a terminal block connector Procedure 1 Open the inverter as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 If you are fabricating the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector Terminal strip inside the inverter Terminal RS485 terminal 1 A Data 30 A 3 GND 31 GND 4 B Data 13 B 3 If no further inverter is connected ...

Page 279: ...t terminals on inverter 1 to the corresponding terminals on inverter 2 4 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 5 If no further inverter is connected terminate the inverter according to the instructions for the inverter 6 Close inverters 7 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 socket Allocate communication address Recommendation Continuous numbering from 1...

Page 280: ...llation steps Allocate communication address Switch off the inverters and Solar Log Install the RS485 interface in the inverter Connect inverters to the Solar Log Connect the inverters to each other Allocate communication address Recommendation Continuous numbering starting with 1 Setting Using the DIP switch on the interface card Before installing the RS485 interface card Allocate the communicati...

Page 281: ...n address 5 On Off DIP switch You will find more information at http en wikipedia org wiki Binary_number Installing the RS485 interface Procedure Install the RS485 interface in the inverter in accordance with the interface card installation instructions Connect inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a self made shielded 2 wire data cable and terminal block connector ...

Page 282: ...cted 5 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 socket Connect the inverters to each other Connect using a 2 wire shielded data cable Where to connect Terminal strip inside the inverter on the retrofitted RS485 interface card Procedure 1 Open the inverter according to the inverter s instructions 2 Connect terminals T and T on inverter 1 to terminals R and R on inverter 2 Termin...

Page 283: ...RS485 interface in the inverter in accordance with the interface card installation instructions Connect the inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a self made shielded 3 wire data cable and terminal block connector Procedure 1 Open the inverter according to the inverter s instructions 2 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log ...

Page 284: ...Solar Log Connect inverters to the Solar Log Connect the inverters to each other Allocate communication address Connect inverters to the Solar Log To connect the Solar Log and the inverters prepare cables with the following pin allocation Connecting the Solar Log to the first inverter Solar Log 4 6 pin terminal plug First inverter RS485 IN 4 pin round plug Pin 1 white Pin 2 Pin 4 brown Pin 3 If no...

Page 285: ...485 OUT 4 pin round plug Pin 1 Pin 2 Pin 3 Pin 4 Insert this plug into the RS485 OUT socket of the last inverter Setting parameters Parameters are set using the display on the inverter The date and time must be correctly set and the password 72555 entered before the communication set tings The communication parameters are set in the sub menu F1 Configuration Communication RS 485 The individual men...

Page 286: ...t to active The configuration procedure is descri bed in the manufacturer s handbook Starting with Solar LogTM firmware version 2 0 3 Nov 09 no other parame ters must be set on the inverter The setting up commissioning can be continued immediately Solar Log compatibility with older PVM installations With older Solar Log PVM installations the inverter had to be set with additional parameters for So...

Page 287: ... The inverters are connected together using the RJ45 interface and if needed a router or switch Connection setup according to the inverter s instructions Assigning IP addresses A static IP address has to be assigned to the inverter via the display Please select an IP address with the same class C subnet as the Solar Log For example The Solar Log has the IP address 192 168 178 49 The inverter in th...

Page 288: ...n as the manufacturer Confirm your selection with OK Save your selections and then start the Device Detection under Configuration Device Detection Detection from the Solar Log 1200 When using the Solar Log 1200 the detection can also be started from the display Select the settings Start Initial Configuration Page 2 Device Add and select the manufacturer Siliken from there Save and start the Device...

Page 289: ...verter s instructions Connect the inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a self made shielded 2 wire data cable and terminal block connector Procedure 1 Open the inverter according to the inverter s instructions 2 Connect the wires for the cable connection as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector Terminal strip inverter RS485 A Terminal PIN assignments for ...

Page 290: ...tion Interface with the plus symbol and then select SiNeng as the manufacturer CP EP as the type and the inter face Confirm your selection with OK Save your selections and then start the Device Detection under Configuration Device Detection and start the device detection Detection from the Solar Log 1200 When using the Solar Log 1200 the detection can also be started from the display Select the se...

Page 291: ...according to the inverter s instructions Connect the inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a self made shielded 2 wire data cable and terminal block connector Procedure 1 Open the inverter according to the inverter s instructions 2 Connect the wires for the cable connection as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector Terminal strip inverter RS485 A Terminal P...

Page 292: ...ction on the Solar Log select the device class under the menu Configuration Device Definition Interface with the plus symbol and then select SiNeng as the manufacturer SP as the type and the interfa ce Confirm your selection with OK Save your selections and then start the Device Detection under Configuration Device Detection and start the device detection Detection from the Solar Log 1200 When usi...

Page 293: ...ers Special RS485 piggyback card Only use with Solar Log devices Piggyback mixed mode Inverters with special RS485 piggybacks and original SMA piggybacks or data modules can be used together A diagram for wiring in SMA combined mode can be found in the appendix SMA Bluetooth mode The Solar Log BT model is compatible with Bluetooth enabled SMA inverters On Bluetooth Solar Log models it is possible ...

Page 294: ...85 piggyback in inverters Connect inverters to the Solar Log Connect the inverters to each other Installing the special RS485 piggyback in inverters Procedure 1 Open the inverter as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 The Piggy Back has to be installed on the inverter s circuit board aligned to the left side under the pin contract strip Figure 3 left The print unten down on the board has to be ...

Page 295: ...r housing using the supplied flat strip connector If only one inverter is to be connected it must be terminated Put the supplied jumper onto the lower pins on the connector strip Fig Piggyback insert jumper 5 Close the inverter if no other inverters are to be connected 6 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 socket Connect the inverters to each other Connect using a 4 wire s...

Page 296: ...296 SMA 1 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 2 Terminate the last inverter Put the supplied jumper onto the lower pins on the connector strip Fig Jumper SMA 3 Close inverters ...

Page 297: ...g the original SMA RS485 piggyback in the inverter Procedure Install the original SMA RS485 piggy back in the inverter in accordance with the interface card installation instructions Connect inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a ready made data cable optional extra not supplied or self made shielded 3 wire data cable and terminal block connector Procedure 1 Open the inverter as sho...

Page 298: ...or into the Solar Log RS485 socket Connect the inverters to each other Connect using a 3 wire shielded data cable Where to connect Terminal block in inverter on the retrofitted RS485 interface Procedure 1 Open the inverter as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 Connect the inverter in accordance with the inverter installation instructions 3 If no further inverter connected terminate the inverte...

Page 299: ... the inverter and Solar Log is set to 1 Networked connection recommended The Solar Log connects to one inverter which then relays the connection signals to the other inverters This greatly increases the range for the Bluetooth connection Select a NET ID between 2 and F for both the inverter and Solar Log to use this mode The NET ID for the inverter and Solar Log have to match Bluetooth addressing ...

Page 300: ...ssful inverter recognition requires the user password of the inverter in the Solar Log WEB menu under Configuration Feed In Management Plant passwords to enter Important To call the point Plant passwords must be at the interface previously SMA selected ...

Page 301: ...Connection Box is connected to the RS485 socket the same way as with the SMA inverter In the course of the inverter detection the Box is recognized as an inverter SMA is to be selected The configuration is done in the Configuration Devices Configuration menu Procedure Perform detection Select the respective number Enter the generator power Enter the pulse factor Select the type of power meter Save...

Page 302: ... Allocate communication address Note To activate RS485 communication the DIP switch on the inverter has to be set to RS485 HD Connect inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a self made shielded 3 wire data cable and terminal block connector Procedure 1 Connect wires as shown in the diagram below Solar Log terminal strip connector Inverter terminal strip Terminal Terminal 1 Data A PIN ...

Page 303: ...ng the inverter s operating display Procedure Go to the main menu Select the menu Settings Communication Settings Press Enter Set the desired modbus address with the arrow keys Press Enter to apply the setting Press the ESC key to stop the process Information on the termination If only one inverter is connected both DIP switches have to be set to OFF When several inverters are connected the both D...

Page 304: ...the inverter with a SMA Speedwire module Procedure Install the original Speedwire module in the inverter according to the interface card installation instructions Connect inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a network cable patch cable crossover cable and the Ethernet router or switch Procedure 1 Open the inverter as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 Pull the network cable thro...

Page 305: ...ction can also be started from the display Select the settings Start Initial Configuration Page 2 Device Add and select the manufacturer SMA from there Save and start the Device Detection Note for feed in management The feed in management functions are also available for the Bluetooth interface Please note that the necessary settings have to be configured with the manufacturer s software Please re...

Page 306: ...ps Assign the communication address Connect the inverters to the Solar Log Connect the inverters to each other Assign the communication address Assign the IP addresses according to the inverter s instructions Connect inverters and the Solar Log The wiring is done using a network cable patch cable and the Ethernet router or switch Procedure 1 Connect the Solar Log and the inverter to the router or ...

Page 307: ...ar Log The wiring is done using a network cable patch cable and the Ethernet router or switch Procedure 1 Connect the Solar Log and the inverter to the router or switch 2 Assign an IP address to every inverter Assign the IP addresses according to the inverter s instructions The first three number blocks like the Solar Log e g 192 168 178 49 The fourth number block an address that is available e g ...

Page 308: ... to the router switch The inverters are assigned IP addresses via the SMA Inverter Manager per DHCP default setting Connect the Solar Log to the router switch Connect the inverters to each other The inverters are connected together according to the inverter instructions Connect the inverters to the SMA Inverter Manager Wire connections according to the inverter instructions Connecting the Solar Lo...

Page 309: ... and Sunspec as the type Confirm your selection with OK Save your selections and then start the Device Detection under Configuration Device Detection Detection from the Solar Log 1200 When using the Solar Log 1200 the detection can also be started from the display Select the settings Start Initial Configuration Page 2 Device Add and select the manufacturer SMA Sunspec Modbus from there Save and st...

Page 310: ...nnect inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a self made shielded 5 wire data cable and terminal block connector Procedure 1 Open the inverter according to the inverter s instructions 2 Pull the free wires through the wire opening in the inverter 3 If you are fabricating the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector Terminal ...

Page 311: ...inverter according to the inverter s instructions 2 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 3 Terminate the last inverter according to the inverter instructions 4 Close the inverter 5 Communication address according to the inverter s instructions 6 Recommendation Continuous numbering starting with 1 Address range 1 255 ...

Page 312: ...g a self made cable connection with RS485 data cable and terminal block connector Procedure 1 Open the inverter according to the inverter s instructions 2 If you are fabricating the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector RJ45 inverter Terminal PIN 1 Data 5 3 GND 7 4 Data 4 3 Insert the RJ45 plug into the RJ45 socket on the first invert...

Page 313: ...r end of the cable into the RJ45 socket on second inverter 4 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 5 Terminate the last inverter according to the inverter instructions 6 Close the inverter Allocate communication address Recommendation Continuous numbering starting with 1 Address range 1 255 Procedure Start according to the inverter s instructions ...

Page 314: ...ere to connect RJ45 socket inside the inverter 2 pin wiring The communication address has to be assigned Installation steps Switch off the inverters and Solar Log Connect inverters to the Solar Log Connect the inverters to each other according to the inverter instructions Connect inverters to the Solar Log via RJ45 The wiring is done using a self made RS485 data cable with RJ45 plug and terminal b...

Page 315: ...n the inverter s instructions 2 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector RS485 inverter pin block Terminal Pin 1 Data TX 4 Data TX 3 If no further inverter is connected terminate the inverter according to the instructions for the inverter 4 Close the inverter if no other inverters are to be connected 5 Insert the te...

Page 316: ...col Connect the inverters to each other Note Installing a SolarEdge Gateway on a RS485 bus connecting SolarEdge inverters with a Solar Log can lead to communication problems with the inverters In order to ensure a correct communication with the Solar Log the Wireless package switch must be activated on the respective I O port in the web menu The SolarEdge Gateway is not supported on I O port C whi...

Page 317: ...verter 3 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram X4 socket RS485 1 inverter n X4 socket RS485 1 inverter n 1 PIN PIN A Data A Data G GND G GND B Data B Data 4 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 5 Terminate the last inverter with DIP switch SW7 according to the manufacturer s instructions 6 Screw the inverter cover on again 7 I...

Page 318: ...n Solar Max inverters of the HT series with more than 3 MPP trackers cannot be installed to the Solar Log200 since the Solar Log subdivides this model of inverter into multiple virtual devices Overview Integrated interface Where to connect RJ45 socket on the outside of the inverter Where to connect HT series RJ45 socket inside the inverter 2 pin wiring Communication address must be allocated Insta...

Page 319: ... the inverter Procedure 1 Insert the RJ45 plug into the free RJ45 socket on the first inverter 2 Insert the other end of the wire into any RJ45 socket on inverter 2 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way Allocate communication address Recommendation Continuous numbering starting with 1 Setting Using the inverter operating display Procedure Start according to the inverter s ins...

Page 320: ...ting the communication address on the inverter display only the RS485 interface must be activated set at the factory not the Ethernet interface that is also installed in the inverter Note for feed in management The inverter itself has to be configured with MaxTalk2 SolarMax s software and set to Remote mode to be able to use reactive power management Please refer to the inverter instructions for m...

Page 321: ...de data cable optional extra not supplied or self made RS485 data cable with RJ45 plug and terminal block connector Caution Risk of damage to the unit The Solar Log also has an RJ45 socket which must never be connected to the RJ45 socket on the inverter Only connect inverters via the RS485 422 Solar Log interface s Procedure 1 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the ...

Page 322: ...ss Recommendation Continuous numbering starting with 1 Setting Using the inverter operating display Procedure Start according to the inverter s instructions Note The inverter s factory setting is communication address 255 On the inverter operating display set the communication address manually to 1 even if only one inverter is connected to the Solar Log Note for feed in management The inverter its...

Page 323: ...nterface card installation instructions Connect inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a ready made data cable optional extra not supplied or self made cable connection using RS485 data cable with RJ45 plug and terminal block connector Caution Risk of damage to the unit The Solar Log also has an RJ45 socket which must never be connected to the RJ45 socket on the inverter Only connect ...

Page 324: ...2 Insert the RJ45 plug into any RJ45 socket on inverter 1 3 Insert the other end of the wire into any RJ45 socket on inverter 2 4 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 5 Close inverters Allocate communication address Recommendation Continuous numbering starting with 1 Setting Using the inverter operating display Procedure Start according to the inverter s instructions Note for ...

Page 325: ... interface card installation instructions Connect inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a ready made data cable optional extra not supplied or self made cable connection using RS485 data cable RJ45 plug and terminal block connector Caution Risk of damage to the unit The Solar Log also has an RJ45 socket which must never be connected to the RJ45 socket on the inverter Only connect inv...

Page 326: ...o inverter 2 through the hole for the wire on the bottom of the unit 3 Insert the RJ45 plug into the RS485 in socket in inverter 1 4 Insert the other end of the cable with the RJ45 plug into the RS485 out socket in inverter 5 Connect the other inverters using the RS 485 in and RS485 out sockets 6 Two cables will be run through each inverter 7 Close inverters Allocate communication address Recommen...

Page 327: ... and if needed a router or switch Follow the connection setup according to the inverter s instructions Assigning IP addresses A static IP address has to be assigned to the inverter via the display Please select an IP address with the same class C subnet as the Solar Log For example The Solar Log has the IP address 192 168 178 49 The inverter in this case has to have a free IP address in the same r...

Page 328: ...ion of the Solar Log Communication address does not have to be assigned Installation steps Switch off the inverters and Solar Log Connect inverters to the Solar Log Connect the inverters to each other Note Only connect inverter using the RS485 422 B or C interface Connect inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a self made shielded 8 wire data cable and terminal block connector Where t...

Page 329: ... B or C socket Connect the inverters to each other Connect using a RJ45 cable patch cable Where to connect RJ45 socket Procedure 1 Insert the self made cable with the RJ45 plug into any RJ45 socket on inverter 1 Connect the other end to the terminal plug on the Solar Log 2 Insert the RJ45 cable into the 2nd RJ45 socket on inverter 1 and into any RJ45 socket on inverter 2 3 Connect the other invert...

Page 330: ... communication address Address range 1 to 247 Settings on the inverter s display according to the manufacturer s manual Connect inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a self made shielded 8 wire data cable and terminal block connector Where to connect RJ45 socket on the inverter Procedure 1 If you make the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log te...

Page 331: ...er 1 and into any RJ45 socket on inverter 2 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 socket 5 Terminate the last inverter in accordance with the inverter instructions Allocate communication address 1 Recommendation Continuous numbering starting with 1 Address range 1 247 2 Setting Using the inverter operating display...

Page 332: ...ach other Change the communication address if required Every address may only be used once Address range 1 to 16 Connect inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a self made cable connection with terminal block connector Where to connect Terminal strip inside the inverter Procedure 1 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log termi...

Page 333: ...strip are each double connections so that the wiring can also be continued to the next inverter Procedure 1 Connect the data cable to the free blocks A B and G on inverter 1 2 Connect the other end of the cable to the blocks A B and G on inverter 2 3 Connect the remaining inverters in the same way 4 Terminate the last inverter according to the manufacturer s instructions 5 Close the inverter if no...

Page 334: ...data cable optional extra not supplied or self made cable connection with RS485 data cable and terminal block connector Caution Risk of damage to the unit The Solar Log also has an RJ45 socket which must never be connected to the RJ45 socket on the inverter Only connect inverters via the RS485 422 Solar Log interface s Procedure 1 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in ...

Page 335: ...t inverter 2 Insert the other end of the wire into any RJ45 socket on inverter 2 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Terminate the last inverter in accordance with the inverter instructions Caution Every inverter has to have an unique ID number address between 1 and 16 Please contact Solectria Renewables for support if you have inverters with the same ID number Only the m...

Page 336: ...r s instructions Connect inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a self made data cable Procedure 1 Open the inverter according to the inverter s instructions 2 Pull the free wires through the wire opening in the inverter 3 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector Terminal strip inverter Terminal PIN 1 A...

Page 337: ... inverter instructions 4 Close the inverter 5 Set the communication address via the display according to the inverter s instructions Recommendation Continuous numbering starting with 1 Address range 1 254 Note Check the baud rate for the inverter The baud rate has to be set to 19200 with stop bits and without parity 19200 8N1 Follow the manufacturer s instructions for setting the baud rate ...

Page 338: ...e 1 to 254 Settings on the inverter s display according to the manufacturer s manual Connect inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a self made cable connection with terminal block connector Where to connect Terminal strip inside the inverter Procedure 1 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector RJ45 inv...

Page 339: ...to the free RJ45 socket on the first inverter 2 Insert the other end of the wire into any RJ45 socket on inverter 2 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Terminate the last inverter in accordance with the inverter instructions ...

Page 340: ...ddress Address range 1 254 Settings on the inverter s display according to the manufacturer s manual Connect the inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a self made connection cable Where to connect Terminal block inside the inverter Procedure 1 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector Terminal block ins...

Page 341: ...er 1 according to the inverter s instructions connect another data cable to the terminal block J2 of inverter 1 according to the inverter s instructions then connect it to inverter 2 via J1 according to the inverter s instructions 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Terminate the last inverter Set the jumper to On refer to the inverter s instructions Note A maximum of 16 ...

Page 342: ...strip on the outside of the inverter 3 pin wiring Communication address must be allocated All inverters must be fitted with firmware version 1 2 39 or later Inverters must be grounded otherwise this could lead to problems with inverter detection Installation steps Switch off the inverters and Solar Log Connect inverters to the Solar Log Connect the inverters to each other Allocate communication ad...

Page 343: ...erter Procedure 1 Insert the plug into the X2 socket on inverter 1 2 Insert the other end of the wire into the X2 socket on inverter 2 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Terminate the last inverter Detailed instructions for setting the inverters are available on the Solutronic website Allocate communication address Recommendation Continuous numbering starting with 1 Sett...

Page 344: ...n Installation steps Switch off the inverters and Solar Log Connect inverters to the Solar Log Connect the inverters to each other Allocate communication address Connect inverters to the Solar Log ready made data cable optional extra not supplied or self made shielded 3 wire data cable and terminal block connector Procedure 1 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the f...

Page 345: ...the wire into the X7 socket on inverter 2 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Terminate the last inverter according to the manufacturer s instructions Allocate communication address Setting Using the inverter s control panel parameter 89 in the communication menu Recommendation Continuous numbering starting with 1 Set this in the SSP address menu item Procedure Start acco...

Page 346: ...e optional extra not supplied or self made RS485 data cable with RJ45 plug and terminal block connector Caution Risk of damage to the unit The Solar Log also has an RJ45 socket which must never be connected to the RJ45 socket on the inverter Only connect inverters via the RS485 422 Solar Log interface s Procedure 1 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following di...

Page 347: ... into the free RJ45 socket on the first inverter 2 Insert the other end of the wire into any RJ45 socket on inverter 2 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Terminate the last inverter Insert the connection plug into the free RJ45 socket Allocate communication address 1 Recommendation Continuous numbering starting with 1 2 Setting Using the rotating switch on the inverter i...

Page 348: ...e and reactive power management all of the inverters need to be set to Protocol 1 57600 baud Parameter 1164 2 Connect inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a self made shielded 2 wire data cable and terminal block connector Procedure 1 Connect wires as shown in the diagram below Solar Log terminal strip connector RS485 inverter socket Terminal PIN 1 2 4 3 2 If no further inverter con...

Page 349: ...e the last inverter On the sockets RS485 OUT with Phoenix contact type M12MS SACC 4SC SH bridge the connections PIN1 to PIN2 and PIN3 to PIN4 6 Close inverters Allocate communication address Recommendation Continuous numbering starting with 1 highest possible address 31 Set the following parameters on the inverter s operating display Press F1 select Numerical list press ENTER Set parameter number ...

Page 350: ...single MPP tracker With firmware version 4 1 0 or higher four MPP trackers are recorded Connect inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a self made shielded 2 wire data cable with terminal block connector Procedure 1 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector RJ45 socket inverter Terminal PIN 1 6 Data A 4 ...

Page 351: ...e cable into the IN socket of inverter 2 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Terminate the last inverter in accordance with the inverter instructions 5 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 socket Allocate communication address Recommendation Continuous numbering starting with 1 Setting Using the inverter operating display Procedure Start according ...

Page 352: ...s instructions Installation steps Switch off the inverters and Solar Log Install Fronius ComCard RS485 interface into the inverter Connect inverters to the Solar Log Connect the inverters to each other Allocate communication address Installing Fronius ComCard RS485 interface Procedure Install the Fronius ComCard RS485 interface in the inverter in accordance with the interface card installation ins...

Page 353: ...ar Log RS485 422 B or C socket Connect the inverters to each other Connect using a network cable patch cable Where to connect RJ45 socket on the outside of the inverter Procedure 1 Insert the RJ45 plug in inverter 1 into the OUT socket 2 Insert the other end of the wire into the IN socket on inverter 2 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Terminate the last inverter Insert...

Page 354: ...stalling the special RS485 piggyback in inverters Connect inverters to the Solar Log Connect the inverters to each other Installing the special RS485 piggyback in inverters Procedure 1 Open the inverter as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 The Piggy Back has to be installed on the inverter s circuit board aligned to the left side under the pin contract strip Figure 3 left The print unten down...

Page 355: ...ttached to the piggy back The wire must be enclosed in the insulating hose inside the inverter 4 Ground the connection Connect terminal 5 on the inverter to the inverter housing using the supplied flat strip connector 5 If no further inverter connected terminate the inverter Put the supplied jumper onto the lower pins on the connector strip Fig Piggyback insert jumper 6 Close the inverter if no ot...

Page 356: ...ide the inverter 2 Connect all 4 contacts 2 3 5 7 on the terminal strip of inverter 1 to inverter 2 Note A diagram for wiring in SMA combined mode can be found in the appendix 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Terminate the last inverter Put the supplied jumper onto the lower pins on the connector strip Fig Jumper SMA 5 Close inverters ...

Page 357: ...e Solar Log Connect the inverters to each other Installing the original SMA RS485 piggyback in the inverter Procedure Install the original SMA RS485 piggy back in the inverter in accordance with the interface card installation instructions Connect inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a ready made data cable optional extra not supplied or self made shielded 3 wire data cable and term...

Page 358: ...onnected 8 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 socket Connect the inverters to each other Connect using a 3 wire shielded data cable Where to connect Terminal block in inverter on the retrofitted RS485 interface Procedure 1 Open the inverter as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 Connect the inverter in accordance with the inverter installation instructions 3 If no furt...

Page 359: ...shielded 2 wire data cable with a terminal block connector Procedure 1 Open the inverter as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector Terminal strip inside the inverter Terminal RS485 terminal 1 A Data 1 T R 1 4 B Data 2 T R 1 3 If no further inverter connected terminate the inv...

Page 360: ... T R 2 3 Connect terminals A and B on inverter 1 to the corresponding terminals on inverter 2 4 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 5 Terminate the last inverter Set the DIP switch for the terminal resistor to ON 6 Close inverters 7 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 socket Allocate communication address Recommendation Continuous numbering starting w...

Page 361: ...played in the Solar Log after detection is random We strongly recommend that you change the order of the inverters immediately after detection at startup in the Configuration Devices Configuration Order dialog box The inverters can be identified using the displayed serial number Installation steps Switch off the inverters and Solar Log Install the RS485 interface in the inverter Connect inverters ...

Page 362: ...erminal 1 R 4 R 5 T 6 T 4 Close the inverter if no other inverters are to be connected 5 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 422 B or C socket Connect the inverters to each other Connect using a 4 wire shielded data cable Where to connect Terminal strip inside the inverter on the retrofitted RS485 interface Procedure 1 Open the inverter as shown in the inverter s instructi...

Page 363: ...Log The wiring is done using a ready made Sunways data cable optional extra not supplied or self made shielded 2 wire data cable and terminal block connector Procedure 1 Open the inverter as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 Pull the free wires through the wire opening in the inverter 3 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal...

Page 364: ...he wiring can be continued to the next inverter Procedure 1 Open the inverter as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 Connect terminals RS485 and RS485 on all inverters to the two data cable wires in accordance with the inverter instructions 3 Terminate the last inverter in accordance with the inverter instructions 4 Close inverters Allocate communication address Recommendation Continuous number...

Page 365: ...olar Log The wiring is done using a Self made cable connection using the RS485 connector and the terminal block connector Procedure 1 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector RS485 connector Terminal Pin 1 2 RS485 3 4 GND 4 3 RS485 2 RS485 connector an den Wechselrichter gemäß Anleitung zum Wechselrichter anschliess...

Page 366: ...366 Surpass SSE Note Feed in management Power reductions of less than 10 are set by the inverters to 10 ...

Page 367: ...is done using a ready made data cable optional extra not supplied or self made shielded 2 wire data cable and terminal block connector Procedure 1 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector Inverter terminal strip Terminal Terminal 1 4 A in 4 3 B in 2 If no further inverter connected terminate the inverter Insert 120 ...

Page 368: ...1 to terminal 3 B in on inverter 2 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Terminate the last inverter Insert 120 Ω terminal resistor Allocate communication address Recommendation Continuous numbering starting with 1 Setting Using PC software for configuring inverters Procedure Start according to the inverter s instructions ...

Page 369: ...verters to the Solar Log self made shielded 2 wire data cable with round plug and terminal block connector Procedure 1 If you are fabricating the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector Inverter Terminal PIN 1 A1 or A2 4 B1 or B2 2 Insert the round plug into the COM round socket 1 on the inverter 3 If no further inverter is connected te...

Page 370: ... the inverter instructions 3 Terminate the last inverter according to the inverter instructions Allocate communication address Recommendation Continuous numbering starting with 1 Address range 1 247 Setting Using the inverter s operating display Procedure Start according to the inverter s instructions Note Both bus ends have to be terminated ...

Page 371: ...splayed in the Solar Log after detection is random We strongly recommend that you change the order of the inverters immediately after detection at startup in the Configuration Devices Configuration Order dialog box The inverters can be identified using the displayed serial number Installation steps Switch off the inverters and Solar Log Install the RS485 interface in the inverter Connect inverters...

Page 372: ...ding to the instructions for the inverter 5 Close the inverter if no other inverters are to be connected 6 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 422 B or C socket Connect the inverters to each other Connect using a 4 wire shielded data cable Where to connect Terminal strip inside the inverter on the retrofitted RS485 interface Procedure 1 Open the inverter as shown in the in...

Page 373: ...a not supplied or self made shielded 2 wire data cable and terminal block connector Procedure 1 Open the inverter as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 Pull the free wires through the wire opening in the inverter 3 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector Inverter terminal strip Terminal Terminal 1 B 4 A 4 If no...

Page 374: ...Terminate the last inverter In the inverter connect the free terminal A to terminal B using the supplied 330 Ω terminating resistor Devices without a transformer From unit generation VPI xx00 2 the 330 Ω resistor is switched on using the DIP switch When the unit is delivered the terminal resistor is switched on 5 Close inverters Allocate communication address Recommendation Continuous numbering st...

Page 375: ...ection cable and terminal block connector Procedure 1 Open the inverter as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector Inverter terminal strip Terminal PIN 1 P 3 0 V 4 N 3 If no further inverter is connected terminate the inverter according to the instructions for the inverter 4 S...

Page 376: ...of the first inverter 1 to the corresponding terminals on the next inverter 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Terminate the last inverter in accordance with the manufacturer s specifications 5 Address the individual inverters in accordance with the manufacturer s manual 6 Close the inverter if no other inverters are to be connected 7 Insert the terminal block connector ...

Page 377: ...on 104Vectron 104 1 Vectron Inverters manufactured by Bonfiglioli Vectron GmbH were listed under Vectron up to firmware version 3 1 2 Starting with firmware version 3 1 3 the name has been changed to Bonfiglioli ...

Page 378: ...nnect inverters to the Solar Log Connect the inverters to each other Allocate communication address Address range 1 to 32 Settings on the inverter s display according to the manufacturer s manual Connect inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a self made cable connection with RS485 data cable and terminal block connector Caution Risk of damage to the unit The Solar Log also has an RJ4...

Page 379: ...other Connect using a network cable patch cable No Crossover cable Where to connect RJ45 sockets on the outside of the inverter Procedure 1 Insert the RJ45 plug into the free RJ45 socket on the first inverter 2 Insert the other end of the wire into any RJ45 socket on inverter 2 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Terminate the last inverter set the DIP switch to on Alloca...

Page 380: ...nnect inverters to the Solar Log Connect the inverters to each other Allocate communication address Address range 1 to 254 Settings on the inverter s display according to the manufacturer s manual Connect inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a self made cable connection with RS485 data cable and terminal block connector Caution Risk of damage to the unit The Solar Log also has an RJ...

Page 381: ...the Solar Log RS485 socket Connect the inverters to each other Connect using a network cable patch cable No Crossover cable Where to connect RJ45 sockets on the outside of the inverter Procedure 1 Insert the RJ45 plug into the free RJ45 socket on the first inverter 2 Insert the other end of the wire into any RJ45 socket on inverter 2 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Te...

Page 382: ...pecial cable sets must be ordered separately Prefabricated cable set between the Solar Log 1000 1900 and 2000 and the first inverter including cable termination Ready made cable set with 5 pin Phoenix contact connection plug for connecting the inverters to each other The number of cables are required depends on the number of inverters Maximum total cable length 200 m Communication address does not...

Page 383: ...nal block connector into the Solar Log 1000 1900 and 2000 CAN socket Connecting inverters to each other only Solar Log 1000 1900 and 2000 Connection is made only with a ready made data cable specially for connecting the inverters to each other optional extra not supplied Where to connect CAN socket outside the inverter Procedure 1 Insert the CAN plug into any CAN OUT socket on inverter 1 2 Insert ...

Page 384: ...Solar Log Install the RS485 interface in the inverter Connect inverters to the Solar Log Connect the inverters to each other Allocate communication address Recommendation Continuous numbering starting with 1 Setting Using the DIP switch on the interface card Before installing the RS485 interface card Allocate the communication address using the 8 interface card DIP switches Example Communication a...

Page 385: ...nterface in the inverter in accordance with the interface card installation instructions Connect inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a ready made BKL2 data cable optional extra not supplied or self made shielded 4 wire data cable and terminal block connector Procedure 1 Open the inverter as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 Pull the free wires through the wire opening in the i...

Page 386: ...or into the Solar Log RS485 socket Connect the inverters to each other Connect using a 4 wire shielded data cable Where to connect Terminal strip inside the inverter on the retrofitted RS485 interface card Procedure 1 Open the inverter as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 Connect terminals R T R and R of inverter 1 to the corresponding terminals on inverter 2 3 Connect the other inverters to ...

Page 387: ...allocated Installation steps Switch off the inverters and Solar Log Connect inverters to the Solar Log Connect the inverters to each other Allocate communication address Connect inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a ready made data cable optional extra not supplied or self made RS485 data cable with RJ45 plug and terminal block connector Caution Risk of damage to the unit The Solar...

Page 388: ...t inverter 2 Insert the other end of the wire into any RJ45 socket on inverter 2 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way Allocate communication address Recommendation Continuous numbering starting with 1 Setting Using the inverter operating display Procedure Start according to the inverter s instructions Note The inverter s factory setting is communication address 255 On the in...

Page 389: ...on with terminal block connector Procedure 1 Open the inverter as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 Pull the free wires through the wire opening in the inverter 3 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Note Please note that the connection label e g 2 6 refers to the second row on the terminal block connec tion 6 Solar Log terminal strip connec...

Page 390: ...he connection Allocate communication address Recommendation Continuous numbering starting with 1 highest possible address 247 Setting Using the inverter operating display Procedure Start according to the inverter s instructions Note Please refer to the manufacturer s notes in regard to the addressing in the installation manual Note A maximum of 31 inverters can be connected per RS485 bus ...

Page 391: ...e optional extra not supplied or self made cable connection with RS485 data cable and terminal block connector Caution Risk of damage to the unit The Solar Log also has an RJ45 socket which must never be connected to the RJ45 socket on the inverter Only connect inverters via the RS485 422 Solar Log interface s Procedure 1 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the follo...

Page 392: ...onnect RJ45 sockets on the outside of the inverter Procedure 1 Insert the RJ45 plug into any RJ45 socket on inverter 1 2 Insert the other end of the wire into any RJ45 socket on inverter 2 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Terminate the last inverter in accordance with the inverter instructions ...

Page 393: ...res as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector RJ 45 socket Terminal PIN 1 4 4 3 2 Insert the RJ45 plug into the RJ45 socket on the inverter 3 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 socket Connect the inverters to each other Wiring using 2 pin cable with round plugs Where to connect Round sockets on the outside of the inverter Procedure 1 Insert the ...

Page 394: ...guration Order dialog box The inverters can be identified using the displayed serial number Installation steps Switch off the inverters and Solar Log Install the RS485 interface in the inverter Connect inverters to the Solar Log Connect the inverters to each other Connect inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a ready made BRJ1 data cable optional extra not supplied or self made cable...

Page 395: ...cable patch cable Where to connect RJ45 socket on the outside of the inverter Procedure 1 Insert the RJ45 plug into any RJ45 socket on inverter 1 2 Insert the other end of the wire into any RJ45 socket on inverter 2 3 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 4 Terminate the last inverter according to the inverter instructions Note All Zeverlution S Zeverlution 3680 4000 5000 and E...

Page 396: ...verview Integrated interface Where to connect RS485 pin block inside the inverter Where to connect RJ45 socket inside the inverter 2 pin wiring The communication address has to be assigned Installation steps Switch off the inverters and Solar Log Connect inverters to the Solar Log Connect the inverters to each other according to the inverter instructions Connect inverters to the Solar Log via RJ45...

Page 397: ...as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector RS485 inverter pin block Terminal Pin 1 Data TX 4 Data TX 3 If no further inverter is connected terminate the inverter according to the instructions for the inverter 4 Close the inverter if no other inverters are to be connected 5 Ins...

Page 398: ...398 Appendix 113Appendix 113 1 SMA mixed wiring Fig SMA mixed wiring ...

Page 399: ...s to each other through the SYM terminal strip Connect any additional inverters through the Logger terminal strip On the inverter operating display Set the communication addresses numbering consecutively On the inverter operating display Switch SYM Bus to active Powador 6400Xi and 8000xi stand alone mode Set the inverter to Slave irrespective of labeling on the circuit board Clamp the Solar Log da...

Page 400: ...ation Special inverter instructions such as activating the Sunspec protocol are manufacturer specific Refer to the manufacturer s manual Requirements Compliance to the Sunspec standard is a basic prerequisite to ensure that communication via the Sunspec proto col works This requirement is usually fulfilled when there is a Sunspec certification for each inverter module ask the manufacturer Sunspec ...

Page 401: ... Appendix Model 120 General Description Maximal Device Output Model 160 optional DC values for several MPP trackers PDC1 6 IDC1 6 UDC1 6 Model 123 Control parameters Power reduction Reactive power control ...

Page 402: ...402 02 Meter ...

Page 403: ...Solar Log should not exceed 10 m Note Consumption meters can be assigned to plant groups It is only possible to assign a meter after a rule with the calculation of self consumption has been activated in the power management configuration Configuration Feed in Management External power meters accumulating meters With multiple phase meters a basic distinction is made between phase exact and accumula...

Page 404: ... The Solar Log offers the option of a Fixed Regulation of X with the Calculation of Self Consumpti on A general requirement for the fixed regulation of X is that the inverters used allow the Solar Log to limit the output There is a major difference between Solar Log compatible inverters when it comes to power reduc tions Some inverters cannot be limited to 0 watts or 0 of the generator output they...

Page 405: ...current transformers Utility Meter U only Solar Log 2000 Meter for control and reduction functions only voltage measurements Utility Meter U I Consumption Meter bi directional only Solar Log 2000 Meters that are used as Utility Meters U I can also be used as consumption meters bi directional in this mode Consumption meter Meter that only records the consumption Consumption meter Bi directional met...

Page 406: ... RS485 interface A B and C on the Solar Log Overview 2 pin wiring The communication address has to be assigned Installation steps Switch off the meter and Solar Log Connect the meter to the Solar Log 3 3 Wiring meters to record self consumption There are two options to record self consumption via the Solar Log Measuring just the consumption Measuring with bi directional measurements two way measur...

Page 407: ... total consumption via an RS485 S0 interface This meter has to measure the total consumption of the house The meters installed by grid operators or two way meters cannot be used to implement this function Fig Wiring diagram to record self consumption optional with battery storage ...

Page 408: ...r recording consumption Bi directional meters only via RS485 in the operating mode Consumption meter bi directional It is only possible to have one meter per Solar Log device Additional meters are only possible as sub consumption meters Uni directional meters RS485 or S0 in the operating mode Consumption meter It is possible to have several meters connected to a single Solar Log device as consumpt...

Page 409: ...Note The Solar Log offers the option of a Fixed Regulation of X with the Calculation of Self Consumpti on A general requirement for the fixed regulation of X is that the inverters used allow the Solar Log to limit the output There is a major difference between Solar Log compatible inverters when it comes to power reduc tions Some inverters cannot be limited to 0 watts or 0 of the generator output ...

Page 410: ...t but can be adjusted if several meters are connected to one RS485 bus Maximum of 60 meters per RS485 bus Connect the meter to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a self made cable connection with a terminal block connector 4 1 1 Connection diagram According to circuit type 1000 DIN 43856 L IN Terminal 1 Supply line input phase L1 L OUT Terminal 3 Supply line output phase L1 Terminal 4 N Neutra...

Page 411: ...Solar Log As a battery meter bi directional Connection to the production grid IN connection to the battery OUT Cable connection via RS485 Solar Log terminal strip connector Solar Log 50 Solar Log PRO1 Mod Terminal PIN 1 1 or 5 23 A 4 4 or 6 24 B Note If the meter is the last device on the bus it has to be terminated at connection block 23 and 24 with a resistor 120 ohm 0 25W Note The Inepro PRO1 M...

Page 412: ...PRO1 Mod via SO connection Total plant meter Sub consumption meter Consumption meter Generator Meter s impulse factor 1000 p kWh Note the SO pulse length for the Solar Log PRO1 Mod The following values for the SO pulse length are known 5625W pulse length 32ms 5625W pulse length 11 2ms The Solar Log can process a SO pulse with at least a length of 30 ms This means a maximum pulse length of 5625W ca...

Page 413: ... of 32 meters per RS485 bus Connect the meter to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a self made cable connection with a terminal block connector 4 2 1 Connection diagram according to circuit type 1000 DIN 43856 Input L1 L2 L3 Supply line input phase L1 L2 L3 Output L1 L2 L3 Supply line output phase L1 L2 L3 Terminal N Neutral conductor connection N Terminal 18 19 So pulse output FOWARD termina...

Page 414: ...rid IN connection to the battery OUT Cable connection via RS485 Solar Log terminal strip connector Solar Log 50 Solar Log PRO380 Mod Terminal PIN 1 1 or 5 22 A 4 4 or 6 23 B Note If the meter is the last device on the bus it has to be terminated at connection block 22 and 23 with a resistor 120 ohm 0 25W Note The Solar Log PRO380 Mod cannot be connected to the inverters with a single bus For this ...

Page 415: ... assignment Pin assignment 1 S0 18 S0 2 S0 19 S0 3 4 Place a cable bridge between pin 3 and 4 on the Solar Log Possible meter operating modes for the Solar Log PRO380 Mod via SO connection IN Total plant meter Sub consumption meter Consumption meter Generator Impulse factor of the meter 1000 p kWh ...

Page 416: ...After that define the primary power by selecting the 4 numbers from left to right with the arrow keys The primary power can be freely set between 0005 and 9995 The first three digits can be between 0 and 9 and the last digit between 0 and 5 Confirm every number by pressing both arrow keys for 3 seconds The converter ratio has now been set and cannot be modified Overview The communication address h...

Page 417: ...ral conductor connection N Terminal 18 19 So pulse output FORWARD terminal 18 Terminal 20 21 So pulse output REVERSE terminal 20 Terminal 22 23 ModBus connection terminal 22 A 23 B Terminal 24 25 External tariff switching 230V AC The SO signal for the supply is not used when a meter is connected to the Solar Log Fig Pin assignment Note We recommend using a fuse to safeguard the connection lines fo...

Page 418: ...n mode can be set in the Solar Log As a battery meter bi directional Access to production grid on converter K P1 outgoing line to the battery on converter L P2 Cable connection via RS485 Solar Log terminal strip connector Solar Log 50 Solar Log PRO380 CT COM Terminal PIN 1 1 or 5 22 A 4 4 or 6 23 B Note If the meter is the last device on the bus it has to be terminated at connection block 22 and 2...

Page 419: ...in assignment Pin assignment 1 S0 18 S0 2 S0 19 S0 3 4 Place a cable bridge between pin 3 and 4 on the Solar Log Possible meter operating modes for the Solar Log PRO380 CT via SO connection IN Total plant meter Sub consumption meter Consumption meter Generator Meter s impulse factor 10000 p kWh ...

Page 420: ... to the Solar Log Connect the meter to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a self made cable connection with a terminal block connector Cable connection via RS485 Solar Log RS485 terminal block Solar Log 50 Inepro 1250D Pin assignment Pin assignment 1 1 or 5 11 RS485A 4 4 or 6 10 RS485B Possible meter operating modes for the Inepro meter 1250D via RS485 Total plant meter Sub consumption meter C...

Page 421: ...Sub consumption meter Consumption meter Generator Impulse factor of the meter 400 p kWh 5 1 1 Connection diagram for different operating modes Solar Log Inepro 1250D RS485 or S0 connection assignments As consumption or sub consumer meter Connection to the grid IN connection for appliances OUT As inverter production meter Connection for the production IN connection to the grid OUT Note The Inepro 1...

Page 422: ... detected by the Solar Log even if the PRG button is not pressed The detection of an Inepro 1250D in an existing installation can take up to 15 minutes After the detection a restructuring of the data takes places which can take up to 45 minutes depending on the amount of data on the devices Note The Inepro 1250D meters are automatically assigned the mod bus address 234 by Solar Log during the dete...

Page 423: ...RS485 terminal block Solar Log 50 Inepro 75D Pin assignment Pin assignment 1 1 or 5 8 RS485A 4 4 or 6 7 RS485B Possible meter operating modes for the Inepro 75D meter via RS485 Total plant metert Sub consumption meter Consumption meter Generator Cable connection via S0 Solar Log S0 terminal block Inepro 75D Pin assignment Pin assignment 1 S0 6 S0 2 S0 5 S0 3 4 Place a cable bridge between pin 3 an...

Page 424: ...lar Log during the detection process This address is therefore not allowed to be used for other devices After the configuration the display on the Inepro meter alternates between the meter status and the address display ID EA This can be used to check if Solar Log has correctly detected the meter All RS485 meters have to be terminated with a 120Ω resistor between the two pins used ...

Page 425: ... a self made cable connection with a terminal block connector Cable connection via S0 Solar Log S0 terminal block Iskra WS0021 Pin assignment Pin assignment 1 S0 9 S0 2 S0 8 S0 3 4 Place a cable bridge between pin 3 and 4 on the Solar Log Possible meter operating modes for the Iskra WS0021 meter via S0 Total plant meter Sub consumption meter Consumption meter Generator Impulse factor of the meter ...

Page 426: ...a self made cable connection with a terminal block connector Cable connection via S0 Solar Log S0 terminal block Iskra WS0031 Pin assignment Pin assignment 1 S0 S0 2 S0 S0 3 4 Place a cable bridge between pin 3 and 4 on the Solar Log Possible meter operating modes for the Iskra WS0031 meter via S0 Total plant meter Sub consumption meter Consumption meter Generator Impulse factor of the meter 500 p...

Page 427: ...ck connector Cable connection via RS485 Solar Log RS485 terminal block Solar Log 50 Iskra WS1102 Pin assignment Pin assignment 1 Data 1 or 5 A 23 4 Data 4 or 6 B 24 Possible meter operating modes for the Iskra WS1102 meter via RS485 Total plant meter Sub consumption meter Consumption meter Generator Note If the meter is the last device on the bus it has to be terminated at connection block A 23 an...

Page 428: ...Vac 45 65Hz or 135 340Vdc The Utility Meter s measuring inputs have the following limits Voltage line conductor AC without a voltage transformer 10 300 V AC Voltage phase AC without a voltage transformer 17 520 V AC Current without a current transformer 0 005 7 5 A Frequency of the fundamental component 45 65 Hz The limit may not be exceeded For this reason a measuring transformer needs to be inst...

Page 429: ... Connecting the Utility Meter to the power grid Fig Example UMG 104 Utility Meter connection diagram for voltage measurements in low voltage power grids Fig Utility Meter connection diagram for voltage measurements with current transformers medium voltage ...

Page 430: ...a fuse to safeguard the connection lines for the supply voltage Please follow the instructions in the Janitza UMG 104 UMG 604 UMG 604 PRO manual Note Supply voltages that do not correspond to the specifications on the rating plate can cause mal functions and damage the device Caution The inputs for the supply voltage are dangerous to touch Note The measurement voltage must in effect be at least 10...

Page 431: ... primary PRG 002 Setting Voltage converter secondary PRG 003 Refer to the accompanying manual of the device for the UMG 104 UMG 604 UMG 604 PRO configuration procedure Note The parameter settings need to be adjusted before device detection If the parameters differ the Utility Meter will not be detected by the Solar Log Perform an inverter detection See the installation manual Chapter Performing in...

Page 432: ...correct The following output values are recorded in the various operating modes when the installation position is correct Operating mode Output value As a Utility Meter U I with positive output value kW for feed in As total plant meter with positive output value kW for feed in As an inverter with positive output value kW for feed in As a consumption or sub consumer meter with positive output value...

Page 433: ...assignment according to manufacturer s instructions Both devices need to be in the same subnet mask Detection via the Solar Log WEB Interface For detection on the Solar Log select the device class under the menu Configuration Device Definition Interface with the plus symbol and then select Janitza as the manufacturer Confirm your selection with OK Save your selections and then start the Device Det...

Page 434: ...lation steps Switch off the meter and the Solar Log Connect the meter to the Solar Log Connect the meter to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a self made cable connection with a terminal block connector Cable connection via RS485 Solar Log RS485 terminal block Solar Log 50 L T WDM313CDNC Pin assignment Pin assignment 1 1 or 5 9 D 4 4 or 6 10 D Fig Pin assignment ...

Page 435: ...rating modes for the L T WDM313CDNC via RS485 Battery meter bi directional Total plant meter Sub consumer Utility Meter U Utility Meter U I Utility Meter U I Consumption Meter bi directional Consumption meter Consumption meter bi directional Generator Note The meter cannot be connected to the inverters with a single bus For this reason use one RS485 connection for the inverters and one RS485 conne...

Page 436: ...485 Solar Log RS485 terminal block Solar Log 50 Mikro PowerMeter DPM680 Pin assignment Pin assignment 1 1 or 5 3 4 or 6 GND 4 Note The default RS485 communication parameters for the meter are Baud 38400 Data bits 8 Parity None Stop bits 1 The Solar Log can only communicate with the meter when it has these settings It is important to check the settings before performing the device detection Assign ...

Page 437: ...meter Sub consumer Utility Meter U Utility Meter U I Utility Meter U I Consumption Meter bi directional Consumption meter Consumption meter bi directional Generator Note A maximum of 32 devices can be connected per bus Note Please refer to manufacturer s manual for information on the installation wiring and configuration of the device ...

Page 438: ... self made cable connection with a terminal block connector Cable connection via RS485 Solar Log RS485 terminal block Solar Log 50 Schneider EM4600S Pin assignment Pin assignment 1 1 or 5 7 D1 4 4 or 6 14 D0 Termination 120 ohm resistor at connection pin 7 and 14 on the meter Note The following parameters need to be checked before the device detection to ensure that the meter is detected Baud rate...

Page 439: ...ption meter bi directional Generator Note The meter cannot be connected to the inverters with a single bus For this reason use one RS485 connection for the inverters and one RS485 connection for the meter Note A maximum of 32 devices can be connected per bus Note Please refer to manufacturer s manual for information on the installation wiring and configuration of the device ...

Page 440: ...Solar Log 50 Schneider EM4600NG Pin assignment Pin assignment 1 1 or 5 7 D1 4 4 or 6 14 D0 Termination 120 ohm resistor at connection pin 7 and 14 on the meter Note The following parameters need to be checked before the device detection to ensure that the meter is detected Baud rate 19200 bps Data bits 8 Stop bits 1 Parity even The settings are adjusted via the device s display Please refer to the...

Page 441: ...inverters and one RS485 connection for the meter Note Different model series from the same manufacturer cannot be used with the same bus Note A maximum of 32 devices can be connected per bus The maximum cable length is 900 meters Note Follow the instructions in the manufacturer s manual for installation wiring and configuration of the device ...

Page 442: ...t the meter to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a self made cable connection with a terminal block connector Cable connection via RS485 Solar Log RS485 terminal block Solar Log 50 Secure Meter RS485 Pin assignment Pin assignment 1 1 or 5 4 4 or 6 Note The following parameters need to be checked before the device detection to ensure that the meter is detected Baud rate 9600 bps Data bits 8 St...

Page 443: ...r the Secure Meter Battery meter Bi directional Total plant meter Sub consumer Consumption meter Consumption meter bi directional Generator Note Follow the instructions in the manufacturer s manual for installation wiring and configuration of the device ...

Page 444: ...444 03 Battery Systems ...

Page 445: ...her Assign the communication address according to the manufacturer s manual Connect the inverters to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a self made shielded 4 wire data cable with a terminal block connector Procedure 1 Unscrew the side cover as shown in the inverter s instructions 2 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal stri...

Page 446: ... the self made RS 485 cable to the terminal block on inverter 2 or to the battery system 4 Connect the other inverters to each other in the same way 5 Screw the inverter cover on again Allocate communication address Procedure According to the manufacturer s manual If all of the devices have been wired they have to be powered for detection Note Only one battery system can be connected to a Solar Lo...

Page 447: ...is designed for an inverter Since two devices are always detected with a PhonoCube it cannot be connected to a Solar Log200 Overview Integrated interface Where to connect Terminal strip under the cover on the backside The communication address has to be assigned 2 pin wiring Installation steps Switch off the PhonoCube and Solar Log Connect the PhonoCube to the Solar Log Connect the PhonoCubes to e...

Page 448: ...e PhonoCubes to each other Where to connect Terminal strip under the cover on the backside Procedure 1 Unscrew the cover according to the PhoneCube instructions 2 Connect the self made RS 485 cable to the PhonoCube terminal block 1 3 Connect the other end of the cable to the PhonoCube terminal block 2 4 Connect additional PhonoCubes to each other in the same way 5 Screw the inverter cover on again...

Page 449: ...ybrid system to the Solar Log RJ45 Connect the Solar Log to the router Connect the hybrid system to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a network cable patch cable crossover cable and the Ethernet router Dynamic IP address DHCP for detection and communication Both the Solar Log and QCells devices have to be set to obtain their IP addresses automatically DHCP and be in the same class C subnet No...

Page 450: ...urer Confirm your selection with OK Save your selections and then start the Device Detection under Configuration Device Detection Detection from the Solar Log 1200 When using the Solar Log 1200 the detection can also be started from the display Select the settings Start Initial Configuration Page 2 Device Add and select the device class hybrid system and manufacturer QCells Save and start the Devi...

Page 451: ...Installation steps Switch off the battery system and Solar Log Connect the battery system to the Solar Log Connecting Solar Log to a router Assign the inverter s communication address according to the inverter manufacturer s instructions Connect the battery system to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a network cable patch cable crossover cable and the Ethernet router Assign IP address A stati...

Page 452: ...s Start Initial Configuration Page 2 Device Add and select Battery and then SMA Sunny Island Save and start the Device Detection Note Only one battery system can be connected to a Solar Log device Note Sunny Island battery systems can be connected in a group up to 3 Sunny Island cluster in this group a Sunny Island is the master while the others are the slaves In such cases only the master of this...

Page 453: ...le crossover cable and the Ethernet router or switch Connect the inverters to each other The inverters are connected together according to the inverter instructions Dynamic IP address DHCP for detection and communication Both the Solar Log and sonnen Eco 6 0 7 0 devices have to be set to obtain their IP addresses automatically DHCP and be in the same class C subnet The settings for DHCP according ...

Page 454: ...detected after detection the consumption meter is active and the production meter is deactivated This makes it possible to monitor a plant without an inverter connection by activating the production meter in inverter mode Note Only one battery system can be connected to a Solar Log device ...

Page 455: ...according to the inverter instructions Dynamic IP address DHCP for detection and communication The sonnen Eco 8 0 is always set to DHCP by default and that is why it is not possible to assign a static IP address to the sonnen Eco 8 0 Both devices need to be in the same subnet mask Detection via the Solar Log WEB interface For the device detection on the Solar Log select sonnen in the Network secti...

Page 456: ...456 sonnen Note Only one battery system can be connected to a Solar Log device ...

Page 457: ...allation steps Assign a dynamic or a static IP address Switch off the battery system and Solar Log Connect the battery system to the Solar Log Connect the inverters to the Solar Log according to the inverter instructions Connect the consumption meter to the Solar Log according to the instructions Assign the inverter s communication address according to the inverter instructions if required Note Th...

Page 458: ...class C subnet as the Solar Log For example The Solar Log has the IP address 192 168 178 49 The battery system in this case has to have a free IP address in the same range from 192 168 178 1 to 192 168 178 254 Procedure Start according to the battery system s instructions Detection via the Solar Log WEB interface For the device detection on the Solar Log select VARTA House in the Network section f...

Page 459: ... If the plant is required to implement fixed percentage x reductions EEG subsidy the Solar Log can shift the charging time for the battery to peak power production periods so that the total production does not have to be reduced In addition to weather forecast data the Solar Log also factors in the plant consumption data into battery charging management This means that the Solar Log has saved the ...

Page 460: ...n meter to the Solar Log according to the instructions Assign the inverter s communication address according to the inverter instructions if required Note The following components have to be used for battery monitoring to work Battery system with net energy meter at least Varta firmware 3 0 2 Inverters Consumption meter The consumption meter is to be installed so that it not records the battery ch...

Page 461: ... select VARTA Industrial in the Network section from the Configu ration Devices Definition menu Also select the proper interfaces for the meters as well as the inverters Confirm the selection by clicking on Save Detection from the Solar Log 1200 When using the Solar Log 1200 the detection can also be started from the display Select VARTA Industrial from the Network interface for the detection Also...

Page 462: ...r the battery to peak power production periods so that the total production does not have to be reduced In addition to weather forecast data the Solar Log also factors in the plant consumption data into battery charging management This means that the Solar Log has saved the typical past consumption data and checks this data to see if the battery has been charged 100 The charging times are adjusted...

Page 463: ...463 04 Heating rods ...

Page 464: ...l block connector General information on managing and prioritizing the EGO Smart Heater via smart energy The Solar Log can manage and prioritize up to six EGO Smart Heaters with the smart energy function The connection of the Smart Heaters can be made in different ways Two examples should clearly illustrate the options Example 1 Six heating rods are connected via the Ethernet option it is not poss...

Page 465: ...s instructions 4 Close the heating rod cover 5 Insert the terminal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 socket Note To ensure that the EGO heating rod control works properly the EGO heating rod s manual tem perature regulator should be set to the maximum temperature Define the temperature that the Solar Log should control via the WEB interface of the Solar Log in the Configuration Devices Conf...

Page 466: ...r IP addresses automatically DHCP and be in the same class C subnet Detection via the Solar Log WEB Interface For detection on the Solar Log select the device class under the menu Configuration Device Definition Interface with the plus symbol and then select Benning as the manufacturer Confirm your selection with OK Save your selections and then start the Device Detection under Configuration Devic...

Page 467: ...d control works properly the EGO heating rod s manual tem perature regulator should be set to the maximum temperature Define the temperature that the Solar Log should control via the WEB interface of the Solar Log in the Configuration Devices Configuration menu ...

Page 468: ...e defined in its web menu Both devices need to be in the same subnet mask Detection via the Solar Log WEB interface Detection via the Solar Log WEB interface For detection on the Solar Log select the device class under the menu Configuration Device Definition Interface with the plus symbol and then select MyPv as the manufac turer Confirm your selection with OK Save your selections and then start ...

Page 469: ...tion of the So lar Log Note To ensure that the MyPv heating rod control works properly the heating rod s manual temperature regulator should be set to the maximum temperature Define the temperature that the Solar Log should control via the WEB interface of the Solar Log in the Configuration Devices Configuration menu ...

Page 470: ...470 05 Heating pumps ...

Page 471: ...relay is required Note It is connected to the heat pump using a Siemens OCI adapter Note An external meter is required to record the power consumption of the heat pump We recommend in stalling a compatible meter e g Solar Log PRO380 in front of the heat pump in subconsumer mode Supported Models OH 1es 5 6 8 11 14 and 18 Required controllers and accessories RVS61F 843 169 OCI modul Connection sugge...

Page 472: ...nal block connector into the Solar Log RS485 socket Note The CTA service partner installs the signal lines to the Siemens controller in the heat pump The installer takes care of the signal line connection to the auxiliary relay or Solar Log Note A license code is required to activate the CTA heat pump This code has to be purchased from Solare Datensysteme GmbH Go to the following WEB site https ww...

Page 473: ... Installation Connect the Hoval Modbus Gateway to the heat pump controller via the CAN bus Connect the Hoval Modbus Gateway to the router via Ethernet Connect the heat pump controller Hoval TTE Controller to the Variable Input 2 VI2 of the Solar Log Wi ring via the Solar Log s relay Refer to the table below Connect the Solar Log to the router via Ethernet Solar Log Relay Heat Pump Controller TTE C...

Page 474: ...ect the Solar Log to a switch with a static IP address or Ethernet router Assigning IP addresses Configure the address according to the manufacturer s manual The DHCP range IP address for the heat pump has to be in the same subnet as the Solar Log Procedure According to the manufacturer s manual Detection from the Solar Log For the detection on the Solar Log select IDM as the manufacturer in the C...

Page 475: ...as the manufacturer Confirm your selection with OK Save your selections and then start the Device Detection under Configuration Device Detection After the detection Stiebel Eltron appears as a switching device in the Configuration Smart Energy Swit ching Groups menu Assign the switch contact of the Stiebel heat pump to a switching group the switch contact only needs to be defined in the software n...

Page 476: ...cs Smart Energy Status current and history menu also with several temperature values that are retrieved and recorded from the heat pump Note If the threshold configured for the surplus in the Solar Log is exceeded the heat pump receives a protocol level release signal This signal is checked by the heat pump control and released there Note Without the assignment of a switching group although data f...

Page 477: ...uitable meter eg Solar Log PRO380 as the heat pump itself does not transmit any consumption values This meter defined as an Sub consumption meter can also be assigned to the responsible switching group in order to optimize the surplus determination The heat pump is thus also visualized in the consumption graphic ...

Page 478: ...478 06 Sensors ...

Page 479: ... to 50 m 165 feet Sensor Case Material Powder coated aluminum Mounting Plate 3 mm powder coated Aluminum with 4 x M8 drill holes Drill Size WxHxD 138 mm x 38 mm x 64 mm with mounting plate Weight ca 440 g Protection Class IP67 Ambient Temperature 20 70 C Temperature Range 25 85 C Relative Air Humidity 20 95 Electronics Power Supply 8 28 Vdc via RS485 Data Cable from Solar Log Supply Current Typica...

Page 480: ...ranty Cabling for the data line to the Solar Log Attention Interchanging the connection cables may result in damage to sensor The connection cable is 4 wire and includes the 12 V power supply and the data line to the Solar Log No separate power supply is required The connection cable can be extended up to 50 m however at least a voltage of 8 V should be measured at the end of the cable The cable m...

Page 481: ...owered up automatically 2 The Sensor Basic must then be configured on the desired RS485 interface 3 Use the web interface to access the Solar Log configuration menu 4 Select M T Sensor for the inverter selection in the Configuration Devices Definition Interfaces menu in the sector Device class Manufacturer 5 Carry out the inverter detection The Sensor Basic is integrated with the system in the sam...

Page 482: ...sage will be generated Attention Opening the sensor is not necessary and would lead to a loss of guarantee 2 2 Mechanical Installation Sensor Box Professional The Sensor Box Professional must be mounted parallel this means the same adjustment and pitch as the so lar modules fastened with screws on the substructure The sensor should be mounted at a place where there are no shadows A complex mountin...

Page 483: ...ge 10 5 VDC reaches the end of the connection cable For longer distance please use a cable with bigger wire cross section For outdoor use the connection must be protected in conformity with IP54 For indoor wiring please use a shielded data cable The shield of the cable must be connected with a potential equalisation The 4 wires of the connection cable have to be connected with the Solar Log connec...

Page 484: ...ntegrated with the system in the same way as an inverter The further configurati on could be handled with the Solar Log web interface 2 5 Technical Data Sensor Box Professional Dimensions weight W H D in mm 145 85 40 360 g Housing Powder coated aluminum Protection mode IP65 Operating temperature 20 C to 70 C Power supply Via RS485 data cable from Solar Log 10 5 28 VDC Supply Current Typical 10 mA ...

Page 485: ...difference an error message will be generated Attention Opening the sensor is not necessary and would lead to a loss of guarantee 3 2 Mechanical Installation Optional Sensors The Sensor Box Professional Plus must be mounted parallel this means the same adjustment and pitch as the so lar modules fastened with screws on the substructure The sensor should be mounted at a place where there are no shad...

Page 486: ...ted via the RS485 gateway with the Solar Log The 4 core connection cable between the irradiance sensor and the Solar Log is used for data exchange and 12 V power supply A sepa rate mains adapter is not necessary The connection cable can be extended max 50 m Please be sure that the supply voltage 10 5 VDC reaches the end of the connection cable For longer distance please use a cable with bigger wir...

Page 487: ...nsor Carry out device detection The Sensor Box Professional Plus is integrated with the system in the same way as an inverter The further confi guration could be handled with the Solar Log web interface 3 6 Technical Data Sensor Box Professional Plus Dimensions weight W H D in mm 145 85 40 360 g Housing Powder coated aluminum Protection mode IP65 Operating temperature 20 C to 70 C Power supply Via...

Page 488: ...488 07 Pyranometer ...

Page 489: ... off the pyranometer and the Solar Log Connect the pyranometer to the Solar Log Connect the pyranometer to the Solar Log 1000 1200 1900 or 2000 The wiring is done using a ready made data cable supplied with the pyranometer Pin assignment Solar Log terminal strip connector X4 socket RS485 1 pyranometer Terminal PIN 1 A Data 4 B yellow 212V 7 12 V white 3 GND 8 Ground GND black 4 B Data 5 A gray Ter...

Page 490: ...490 Kipp Zonen Pyranometer Note Check and or set the following parameters according to the manufacturer s instructions Baud rate 19200 Data bits 8 parity even parity bit 1 ...

Page 491: ...ometer and the Solar Log Connect the pyranometer to the Solar Log Connect the pyranometer to the Solar Log 1000 1200 1900 or 2000 The wiring is done using a self made shielded 4 wire data cable with a terminal block connector Procedure 1 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector X4 socket RS485 1 pyranometer Terminal...

Page 492: ...ter can be connected and visualized per Solar Log device Note Check and or set the following parameters according to the manufacturer s instructions Baud rate 19200 Data bits 8 parity none Stop bits none select UMB binary protocol and device ID 1 ...

Page 493: ...ing Installation steps Switch of the PVMet 200 and the Solar Log Connect the PVMet 200 to the Solar Log Connect the PVMet 200 to the Solar Log The wiring is done using a self made shielded 4 wire data cable with a terminal block connector Procedure 1 If you are making the cable yourself connect the wires as shown in the following diagram Solar Log terminal strip connector Terminal strip on circuit...

Page 494: ... with the Solar Log Parameter settings according to the manufacturer s instructions Note The bus address of the Rainwise PVMet 200 is set to 60 by default Note Check and or set the following parameters according to the manufacturer s instructions Baud rate Baud rate 9600 Data bits 8 Parity none Stop bits 1 Note The maximum bus length is 1200 meters ...

Page 495: ...495 08 Smart Plug components ...

Page 496: ...sing the following IP address IP address 192 168 0 101 Subnet mask 255 255 255 0 Gateway 0 0 0 0 Confirm the settings with OK 7 Enter the IP address 192 168 0 100 as the URL in your browser to access the Allnet menu 8 Click on settings and go to Configuration LAN Settings 9 Configure a separate IP address for every Allnet network power socket The new IP address need to match the range for the exis...

Page 497: ...ollowed by the type and number of devices Confirm the selection with OK and start the detection from the Configuration Devices Detection menu Let the detection process run completely After that select the corresponding devices from the Configuration Devices Configura tion menu enter the IP address and perform the rest of the setup Click on save once everything is finished The last step is configur...

Page 498: ...498 Smart Relay Station 2 Smart Relay Station 2 1 Smart Relay Station Refer to the Smart Relay Station PDF on our for website for more details https www solar log com en support downloads ...

Page 499: ...ay Box to the RS485 bus of the Solar Log according to the following diagram Relay Box Wiring Terminal block connector RS485 Solar Log Relay Box Terminal block connector Article Number 255656 PIN PIN 1 Data Y 4 Data G Device detection is not necessary for this device The device only has to be selected from the Configuration Smart Energy menu to be activated The power comes from the top hat rail pow...

Page 500: ...elay Box requires its own separate RS485 bus It is possible to combine the Utility Meter with sensors Note The Solar Log Smart Relay Box cannot be connected together with PM packages on a So lar Log Relay output assignments Fig Smart Relay Box relay output change over contact diagram Fig Smart Relay Box relay output make contact diagram ...

Page 501: ...The WeMo searches for the smartphone or tablet via WiFi 5 Start the WeMe app and connect the WeMo Insight Switch to the router s WiFi network 6 Connect to the Solar Log s WEB interface with the desktop laptop and go to the Configuration Devices Definition menu 7 Select the device class Switch with the plus button 8 Select Belkin as the manufacturer and WeMo Insight as the type Enter the number of ...

Page 502: ...502 09 Power Charging Stations ...

Page 503: ...n the same subnet as the So lar Log The charging station always obtains its IP address via DHCP That is why the router for the charging station must always assign the same IP address static Refer to the router s manual Detection via the Solar Log WEB Interface For detection on the Solar Log select the device class under the menu Configuration Device Definition Interface with the plus symbol and th...

Page 504: ...on Note Adjust the DIP switches on the Keba charging station as follows so that it receives the commands from the Solar Log DSW1 1 OFF X1 deactivated DSW1 3 ON UDP activated DIP switch DSW2 1 2 IP settings refer to the Keba manual ...

Page 505: ... jumper 328 Fig Jumper SMA 329 Fig Jumper SMA 331 Fig Jumper SMA 331 Fig SMA mixed wiring 371 Fig Interconnection of Kaco Powador inverters 372 Fig Wiring diagram to record self consumption optional with battery storage 378 Fig Wiring diagram for recording self consumption bi directional meter optional with battery storage 379 Fig Pin assignment 381 Fig Pin assignment 384 Fig Pin assignment 387 Fi...

Page 506: ...liance resulting in contradiction of the abo ve mentioned specifications shall result in obligation to provide compensation for damages All brands and trademarks contained in this manual are the sole property of the respective manufacturer which we respect and recognize herewith The trademark Speedwire is registered trademark of SMA Solar Techno logy AG in many countries SDS assume nos liability f...

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