PC Connection Methods | Xantrex Technology PV100S-480 specification

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

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Communications

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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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Contents

PV100S 100 kW Grid-Tied Photovoltaic Inverter Page PV100S 100 kW Grid-Tied Photovoltaic Inverter Date and Revision Purpose ScopeAudience Organization Conventions Used Following conventions are used in this guide Abbreviations and Acronyms Related InformationPage Important Safety Instructions General Safety Precautions Personal SafetySafety Equipment Wiring Requirements Safety Operational Safety Procedures Lockout and Tag To isolate the PV100S De-Energize/Isolation ProcedureInterconnection Standards Compliance Xii Contents Verification InstallationSchematics Tables Xvi Figures Figures Introduction Description of the PV100S 1Dimensions Not to scale System Specifications Electrical Specifications System Ground Requirements Environmental Specifications 3Environmental Specifications Main Enclosure Door Interlock Switch Operator Interface Controls On/Off Switch 3On/Off Switch Communication Features AC and DC Disconnect Switches System Status and Fault Reporting Data Logging Communication Methods Universal Front Panel Control Unit Ufcu PC Connection Methods 6PC Connections in the Communications Enclosure Pots Access Ethernet LAN Access Planning Overview of PV100S Installation Ventilation and Serviceability Requirements PV Planning Ground Requirements System Neutral RequirementsCommunication Requirements Utility Side Isolation Transformer Requirements Model PV100S-208 Electrical Diagrams and SchematicsModel PV100S-480 Layout Options 1PV100S Layout Option a 2PV100S Layout Option B Conduit Penetration 3Conduit Entry Figure Reference 15 cm 12 30 cm 10.5 27 cm Determine the required cable ampacity Conductor and Conduit SizingTo calculate the proper conduit size Size the cable Size the conduit Anchoring the PV100S 29 73.7 cm 16 ¼ 40.6 cm 10AC Interface/Transformer Anchor Bolt Pattern Not to Scale Installation Equipment Required Unloading Moving the PV100S Unpacking the PV100S To move the PV100S using a forklift Removing the Pallet and Moving the PV100S Mounting and Anchoring the Units To mount and anchor the PV100S Opening or Closing Access Doors To lock or unlock the front door on the main inverter To Open Access Door To Close Access Door 7Transformer Access Panels Conduit Installation To install the conduits Wiring General Overcurrent Protection Conductor Termination Wire Gauge and Torque Requirements Grounding System Neutral Requirements Utility Side Isolation Transformer Requirements Wiring Specific AC Connections 13Tie-wraps on the AC Sense Harness 15AC Terminal Connections in the Main Inverter Enclosure 17Connecting the AC Sense Harness To connect the utility service to AC Interface Enclosure 18AC Terminal Connections from the Utility PV Array Connections 19PV Array Cable Routing and Terminations PC Communications To connect a personal computer using the Pots Connection Establishing a Pots Connection Establishing Wireless Connection To connect a personal computer using the GSM Wireless modem If connecting the PC directly to the inverter Direct Connection 22Direct Connect Installation Verification Verification Procedure Summary Visual Inspection of Mechanical Connections Visual Inspection of Electrical Connections Perform after initial inspection if required Visual Inspection, Isolation Transformer Wye/WyeCorrective Action 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