
RS485 Plug-in: Purchased separately, the RS485 Plug-in provides an
additional RS485 port (referred to as RS485-E) for the Commercial
Gateway for enhanced communications. The plug-in is a 3 pin
terminal block which is installed on the communication board. This
kit is provided with an installation guide, which should be reviewed
https://www.solaredge.com/sites/default/files/RS485_expansion_
For connection instructions refer to
Creating an RS485 Bus Connection on page 51.
Wi-Fi
This communication option enables using a Wi-Fi connection for
connecting to the monitoring platform.
The Wi-Fi option requires a Wi-Fi Plug-in and an external antenna,
available from SolarEdge in a kit, which can be purchased separately and
assembled during system installation. The Wi-Fi Plug-in kit is provided
with a user manual, which should be reviewed prior to connection. Refer to
http://www.solaredge.com/sites/default/files/se_wifi_communication_solution_installation_
Cellular (GSM, CDMA)
This wireless communication option (purchased separately) enables
using a cellular connection to connect one or several devices (depending
on the data plan used) to the monitoring platform.
The GSM/CDMA Plug-in is provided with a user manual, which should be
reviewed prior to connection. Refer to
https://www.solaredge.com/sites/default/files/cellular_gsm_installation_
ZigBee
This option enables wireless connection, and requires a ZigBee Plug-in and an external
antenna. ZigBee connection is used for connection of one or several devices to a
SolarEdge ZigBee Gateway, for wireless communication to the SolarEdge monitoring
platform.
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Communication Options