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TriStar MPPT Operator’s Manual
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Networking and Communication
5.5 Ethernet
NOTE:
Ethernet is only available on the TS-MPPT-60 model.
!
CAUTION: Risk of Tampering
The TS-MPPT does not feature built-in network security. It is the responsibility of the user or network
administrator to place the TS-MPPT behind a network firewall to prevent unauthorized access.
!
PRUDENCE : Risque de tentative d’altération
Le TS-MPPT ne comporte pas de sécurité réseau intégrée. Il incombe à l’utilisateur ou à l’administrateur
du réseau de placer le TS-MPPT derrière un pare-feu réseau afin d’empêcher l’accès non autorisé.
The Ethernet port supports HTTP, MODBUS TCP/IP
TM
, SMTP, and SNMP protocols to provide
a fully web-enabled interface between the TriStar MPPT 150V and a LAN/WAN network or the
internet. Some of the many features the Ethernet connection provides include:
• program custom settings with MSView
TM
PC software
• monitor the controller from a web browser
• modify controller settings from a web browser
• log and monitor the system with MSView
TM
PC software anywhere on the internet
• create custom web pages to show system data
•
send an email or text message if a fault, alarm, or user-defined event occurs
• monitor and receive messages on an SNMP network
This section provides a summary of each of the features. For detailed information about Ethernet
connectivity and networking, refer to the “Morningstar Communications Document” on our web-
site at:
HTTP://www.morningstarcorp.com/
Network Information
Connect to the TriStar MPPT 150V via an Ethernet network (LAN/WAN) or connect the controller
directly to a PC using an ethernet cross-over cable. Use CAT-5 or CAT-5e twisted pair Ethernet
cables with RJ-45 connectors. A network diagram for both scenarios is shown in figure 5-3 below.
Ethernet Cross-over
Cable
Figure 5-3. Ethernet network diagrams.
Factory Default Network Settings
DHCP
enabled
Live View Web Address
http:// serial number **
IP 192.168.1.253 (if DHCP is not enabled)
Subnet Mask
255.255.255.0
Gateway
192.168.1.1
Primary DNS Server
169.254.1.1
MODBUS TCP/IP
TM
Port
502
** The Live View web address is unique to each controller. If the TriStar MPPT 150V serial number is 09501234, then the Live
View address is: http://tsmppt09501234. The Live View address is printed on the serial label on the side of the unit for reference.
The controller’s MAC Address is located on the serial label on the side of the controller.
Two (2) LEDs on the Ethernet jack indicate link and activity status.
Condition
Green LED
Yellow LED
Network Connection OK
ON
OFF
Network Activity
ON
Blinking
Error
OFF
ON
Web Pages
Connect the TriStar MPPT 150V controller to the network using an Ethernet cable. Wait 5 to
10 minutes for the controller to connect to the network. Open a web browser on any PC on
the network. Enter the Live View web address in the address bar of the web browser. The
TriStar MPPT 150V main Live View webpage will load. Links are provided to real-time data, his-
tory, and network settings adjustment pages.
Pages served by the TriStar MPPT 150V are ideal for retrieving quick information about the
charge controller and making adjustments to network settings. However, there is no ability to
customize the layout or data displayed. Also, information from multiple controllers cannot be dis-
played on the same webpage.
Custom Settings
The
TriStar MPPT 150V Setup Wizard
in MSView
TM
provides an interface to adjust all operating
parameters. Morningstar’s MSView
TM
PC software can connect to any TriStar MPPT 150V on
the Ethernet network or through a RS-232 serial connection. Refer to the help documentation
included with MSView
TM
for more information.
