3 Gateway and Communication Issues

3-1 Power Line Communication Issues

The micro inverter has a built-in power line communication module to support communication with the gateway. The gateway includes the same module to communicate with the microinverter. LG AC module monitoring system is designed to automatically achieve power line communication without additional configuration.

However, the gateway and microinverter are commonly connected to the same power source in a home or building. As a result, other devices can affect the communication between the gateway and micro inverter, and vice versa. This interference can lead to communication issues.

1.AC Module

Power

Communication

 

Smartphone

2. Communication

 

Gateway

 

(Installation

Server

Distribution

App)

 

Router

board

 

Meter

3. Monitoring

PC

Gird

Smartphone

3-1-1 Factors that Affect Power Line Communication

Power strips or surge protectors in the same circuit.

UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) or Battery backup units in the same circuit.

Lamp dimming switches.

Power line communication-based home networks or home automation devices.

Sensor lamps

Battery Chargers (Cell phone and laptop charger)

AC Adapters

Heavy rotating motors (fans, refrigerators, freezers, water pumps, etc.)

Home Appliances including but not limited to washing machines and dryers, vacuums, hair dryers, electric drills, etc.

Electricity powered insect repellants.

Other electronic devices.

- Please designate a power outlet for the sole use of the gateway.

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LG Electronics LGxxxA1C-B3 manual Gateway and Communication Issues, Factors that Affect Power Line Communication