Xantrex Technology PV100S-480 installation manual PC Connection Methods

Models: PV100S-480

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PC Connection Methods

Introduction

PC Connection Methods

Personal computers can be used to access the system status and programming features of the PV100S. A computer can be connected either directly or remotely.

1.Remote Connect - uses one of the three kits below.

POTS Kit - uses a MultiTech® 56K Modem, RS232/Fiber Optic Converter (configured for ethernet) and SA2 Surge Arrestor.

Wireless Kit - uses a GSM Wireless Modem.

Ethernet LAN Kit - uses a data communication device to enable the unit to connect to a local area network.

2.Direct Connect - This method is used for troubleshooting. It uses a RS232/Fiber Optic Converter (configured for a PC), a DB25-to-DB25 gender changer, and a DB25-to-DB9 Serial Cable.

Software is included to provide a graphic user interface that relates important system information. This software is called Xantrex Solar Graphic Interface (GUI). See "Computer Communications with the PV100S" in the PV100S 100 kW Grid-tied Photovoltaic Inverter Operation and Maintenance Manual for additional information.

The GUI can dial up the inverter and receive fault report calls from it through a standard Hayes-compatible, landline modem. When the GUI initiates a call through the modem at the GUI computer, the inverter’s modem answers the call and initiates a 9600 baud serial connection, effectively as if the GUI was connected directly. Or, if the inverter experiences a fault, it will initiate a call to the GUI and report the fault details.

Communications Enclosure

Enlargement

Communications

Enclosure

RS232/FO Converter

MultiTech® 56K Modem

SA2 Surge Arrestor

POTS connection option shown.

Figure 1-6PC Connections in the Communications Enclosure

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Xantrex Technology PV100S-480 installation manual PC Connection Methods