Xantrex Technology PV100S-480 Communication Methods, Universal Front Panel Control Unit Ufcu

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Communication Methods

Communication Methods

The PV100S communicates system status information to the user using the following methods.

•The Front Panel Control Unit (UFCU) Display

•PC Connection (Direct or Remote) - Xantrex Solar Graphic User Interface (GUI) Software required. Communication with a PC requires the selection of one of the following options.

•Remote Connection -- This method has three options available. One of these options will be field-installed prior to commissioning.

•POTS (Plain Old Telephone Service) Connection

•Wireless Connection

•Ethernet LAN Connection

•Direct Connection -- This method is most commonly used by field technicians for local connection and troubleshooting purposes.

Important: The customer is responsible for providing the appropriate support service to support a PC connection. (i.e., making arrangements for an analog phone line, wireless service or local area network.)

Universal Front Panel Control Unit (UFCU)

The UFCU keypad is located on the front of the Main Inverter Enclosure to manipulate and view system operation and status.

The keypad is comprised of 20 touch-sensitive keys that provide a means to navigate through the menus and alter user-changeable settings.

Communications Enclosure

LCD Display

Universal Front Panel

Control Unit (UFCU)

Figure 1-5LCD Display and UFCU Location

See the PV100S 100 kW Grid-tied Photovoltaic Inverter Operation and

Maintenance Manual for details.

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Contents PV100S 100 kW Grid-Tied Photovoltaic Inverter Page PV100S 100 kW Grid-Tied Photovoltaic Inverter Date and Revision Organization PurposeScope AudienceFollowing conventions are used in this guide Conventions UsedRelated Information Abbreviations and AcronymsPage Important Safety Instructions Wiring Requirements General Safety PrecautionsPersonal Safety Safety EquipmentSafety Lockout and Tag Operational Safety ProceduresInterconnection Standards Compliance De-Energize/Isolation ProcedureTo isolate the PV100S Xii Contents Schematics InstallationVerification Tables Xvi Figures Figures Introduction Description of the PV100S 1Dimensions Not to scale Electrical Specifications System SpecificationsSystem Ground Requirements 3Environmental Specifications Environmental SpecificationsOperator Interface Controls Main Enclosure Door Interlock Switch3On/Off Switch On/Off SwitchAC and DC Disconnect Switches Communication FeaturesData Logging System Status and Fault ReportingUniversal Front Panel Control Unit Ufcu Communication Methods6PC Connections in the Communications Enclosure PC Connection MethodsPots Access Ethernet LAN Access Planning Overview of PV100S Installation PV Planning Ventilation and Serviceability RequirementsUtility Side Isolation Transformer Requirements Ground RequirementsSystem Neutral Requirements Communication RequirementsModel PV100S-480 Electrical Diagrams and SchematicsModel PV100S-208 1PV100S Layout Option a Layout Options2PV100S Layout Option B 3Conduit Entry Figure Reference Conduit Penetration15 cm 12 30 cm 10.5 27 cm To calculate the proper conduit size Conductor and Conduit SizingDetermine the required cable ampacity Size the conduit Size the cable29 73.7 cm 16 ¼ 40.6 cm Anchoring the PV100S10AC Interface/Transformer Anchor Bolt Pattern Not to Scale Installation Unloading Equipment RequiredUnpacking the PV100S Moving the PV100SRemoving the Pallet and Moving the PV100S To move the PV100S using a forkliftTo mount and anchor the PV100S Mounting and Anchoring the UnitsTo lock or unlock the front door on the main inverter Opening or Closing Access DoorsTo Close Access Door To Open Access Door7Transformer Access Panels To install the conduits Conduit InstallationWiring General Conductor Termination Overcurrent ProtectionGrounding Wire Gauge and Torque RequirementsUtility Side Isolation Transformer Requirements System Neutral RequirementsAC Connections Wiring Specific13Tie-wraps on the AC Sense Harness 15AC Terminal Connections in the Main Inverter Enclosure To connect the utility service to AC Interface Enclosure 17Connecting the AC Sense Harness18AC Terminal Connections from the Utility 19PV Array Cable Routing and Terminations PV Array ConnectionsPC Communications Establishing a Pots Connection To connect a personal computer using the Pots ConnectionTo connect a personal computer using the GSM Wireless modem Establishing Wireless ConnectionDirect Connection If connecting the PC directly to the inverter22Direct Connect Installation Verification Verification Procedure Summary Visual Inspection of Electrical Connections Visual Inspection of Mechanical ConnectionsCorrective Action Visual Inspection, Isolation Transformer Wye/WyePerform after initial inspection if required Schematics This page intentionally left blank Figure A-1Electrical Diagram sample Schematics Appendix a Schematics Appendix a Schematics Appendix a This page was intentionally left blank Index IX-2 Rev C Page Xantrex Technology Inc