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Xantrex Technology PV100S-480 installation manual PC Communications, PC Connection Methods

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PC Communications

Installation

PC Communications

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 and requires access to a local analog phone line (Plain Old Telephone Service-POTS).

•Wireless Kit - uses a GSM Wireless Modem to access wireless phone service.

•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.

PC Connection Methods

The personal computer can be connected to the PV100S the following ways.

Important: Ensure the appropriate service has been established before proceeding. Also ensure the personal computer to be used has the appropriate hardware to support the installed feature, such as a phone line, wireless phone service, or local area network.

•POTS Connection

•Wireless Connection

•Ethernet LAN Connection

•Direct Connection

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Xantrex Technology PV100S-480 installation manual PC Communications, PC Connection Methods

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PV100S-208 PV100S-480 Planning and Installation ManualPV100S 100 kW Grid-Tied Photovoltaic Inverter Page Planning and Installation Manual PV100S 100 kW Grid-Tied Photovoltaic InverterAbout Xantrex TrademarksNotice of Copyright DisclaimerAbout This Manual PurposeScope AudienceConventions Used Abbreviations and Acronyms Related InformationPage Important Safety Instructions SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - DO NOT DISCARDWARNING Shock Hazard WARNING Lethal VoltageGeneral Safety Precautions Personal SafetySafety Equipment Wiring RequirementsCAUTION Fire Hazard WARNING Shock Hazard Operational Safety ProceduresLockout and Tag To isolate the PV100S De-Energize/Isolation ProcedureInterconnection Standards Compliance Page 2 Planning Contents1 Introduction 3 Installation A Schematics4 Verification Verification Procedure SummaryTables Page Figures Figure 3-18 AC Terminal Connections from the Utility- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -3-18 Figure 3-19 PV Array Cable Routing and Terminations - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -3-19 Figure 3-20 Telephone Cable Routing - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -3-21 Figure 3-21 RS232/FO Converter Kit Installation- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -3-23 Figure 3-22 Direct Connect Installation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -3-24 Figure A-1 Electrical Diagram sample- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - A-3 Figure A-2 PV100S-480 Schematic for Main Power Distribution 152316 E1 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - A-4 Figure A-3 PV100S-480 Schematic for Control Power Distribution 152316 E2 - - - - - - - - - - - - - A-5 Figure A-4 PV100S-480 Schematic for Converter Control Unit 152316 E3- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - A-6 Figure A-5 PV100S-208 Schematic Main Power Distribution 152376 C1 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - A-7 Figure A-6 PV100S-208 Schematic for Control Power Distribution 152376 C2 - - - - - - - - - - - - - A-8 Figure A-7 PV100S-208 Schematic for Converter Control Unit 152376 C3- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - A-9 1 Introduction Description of the PV100S Figure 1-1 Dimensions Not to scale 49 7/8 124.8 cm60 ¼ 150.5 cm 59 ¼ 148 cmSystem Specifications Electrical SpecificationsCAUTION Equipment Damage Over Voltage, Under Voltage and Frequency RangesSystem Ground Requirements System Neutral RequirementsUtility Side Isolation Transformer Requirements CAUTION Equipment DamageEnvironmental Specifications Table 1-3 Environmental SpecificationsIn front of access doors 36 in 91 cm In front of access panels 36 in 91 cmMain Enclosure Door Interlock Switch Operator Interface ControlsOn/Off Switch Figure 1-3 On/Off SwitchWARNING Shock Hazard WARNING Shock HazardCommunication Features AC and DC Disconnect SwitchesSystem Status and Fault Reporting Data LoggingCommunication Methods Universal Front Panel Control Unit UFCUPC Connection Methods Figure 1-7 POTS Access POTS AccessWireless Access Ethernet LAN Access Direct AccessFigure 1-9 Ethernet LAN Access Figure 1-10 Direct Access2 Planning Overview of PV100S Installation WARNING Shock HazardVentilation and Serviceability Requirements PV PlanningGround Requirements System Neutral RequirementsCommunication Requirements Utility Side Isolation Transformer RequirementsElectrical Diagrams and Schematics CAUTION Equipment DamageWARNING Lethal Voltage Model PV100S-480Layout Options Figure 2-1 PV100S Layout Option AMinimum Dimension of Base Approximately 9 ft by 7 ft 2.7 m x 2.1 m Figure 2-2 PV100S Layout Option BConduit Penetration Figure 2-3 Conduit Entry Figure Reference6 15 cm 2 5 cm 12 30 cm 6 15 cm2 5 cm 6 15 cm 12 30 cmFigure 2-8 Communications Enclosure Conduit Entry, Bottom Side Figure 2-6 AC Interface Enclosure Conduit Entry, Left SideFigure 2-7 DC Interface Enclosure, Bottom Side Conductor and Conduit Sizing CAUTION Equipment DamageTo calculate the proper conduit size Step 1. Determine the required cable ampacitySense/Control Wires Step 3. Size the cableStep 4. Size the conduit DLO 3/0 AWG CableAnchoring the PV100S 29 73.7 cm5/8 1.5 cm x4 16 ¼ 40.6 cmFigure 2-10 AC Interface/Transformer Anchor Bolt Pattern Not to Scale 17 ½73.7 cm 44 cm63.5 cm ¾ 1.9 cm x6 Planning3 Installation WARNING Heavy Equipment Equipment RequiredUnloading Moving the PV100S Unpacking the PV100SCAUTION Equipment Damage To move the PV100S while it is still inside the shipping cratesRemoving the Pallet and Moving the PV100S CAUTION Equipment Damage Lift HereTo move the PV100S using a forklift Lift HereMounting and Anchoring the Units To mount and anchor the PV100SOpening or Closing Access Doors Figure 3-4 Inverter Enclosure Access DoorsInstallation To lock or unlock the front door on the main inverterTo Open Access Door To Close Access DoorFigure 3-5 AC Interface Access Door To Open Access DoorFigure 3-7 Transformer Access Panels Figure 3-8 Inductor Access PanelsInstallation Transformer Access PanelConduit Installation To install the conduitsWiring - General WARNING Shock HazardWARNING Lethal Voltage CAUTION Equipment DamageOvercurrent Protection Conductor TerminationCAUTION Equipment Damage See Figure 3-14 on page 3-15 for the location of these terminalsWire Gauge and Torque Requirements GroundingFigure 3-11 Chassis Ground Bar TB1 System Neutral RequirementsUtility Side Isolation Transformer Requirements Wiring - Specific AC ConnectionsTo connect the main inverter to AC interface/transformer assembly CAUTION Equipment DamageFigure 3-13 Tie-wraps on the AC Sense Harness Transformer EnclosureA phase C phaseB phase Figure 3-15 AC Terminal Connections in the Main Inverter EnclosureTo connect the utility service to AC Interface Enclosure CAUTION Equipment DamageS1-2T1 A Phase terminal S1-6T3 C Phase terminalS1-4T2 B Phase terminal TB6 Neutral Ground TB2 Figure 3-18 AC Terminal Connections from the UtilityPV Array Connections Figure 3-19 PV Array Cable Routing and TerminationsPC Communications PC Connection MethodsEstablishing a POTS Connection To connect a personal computer using the POTS ConnectionEstablishing Wireless Connection Establishing an Ethernet LAN ConnectionTo connect a personal computer using the GSM Wireless modem To connect a personal computer using the Ethernet LAN ConnectionDirect Connection If connecting the PC directly to the inverterFigure 3-22 Direct Connect Installation Installation3-24 152315 Rev C4 Verification Verification Procedure Summary WARNING Electrocution HazardInspect the following items prior to completion of the installation WARNING Shock HazardVisual Inspection of Mechanical Connections Visual Inspection of Electrical ConnectionsTo perform a visual inspection of the PV100S mechanical connections To perform a visual inspection of the PV100S electrical connectionsVisual Inspection, Isolation Transformer Wye/Wye Corrective ActionTo perform a visual inspection of the Isolation Transformer Wye/Wye Perform after initial inspection if requiredA Schematics Appendix A contains useful schematics to aid with installation152315 Rev C This page intentionally left blankSchematics Figure A-1 Electrical Diagram sample SchematicsAppendix A 152315 Rev CFigure A-2 PV100S-480 Schematic for Main Power Distribution 152316 E1 Schematics152315 Rev C Appendix A152315 Rev C SchematicsAppendix A Figure A-4 PV100S-480 Schematic for Converter Control Unit 152316 E3 Schematics152315 Rev C Appendix AFigure A-5 PV100S-208 Schematic Main Power Distribution 152376 C1 SchematicsAppendix A 152315 Rev CAppendix A Schematics152315 Rev C Figure A-7 PV100S-208 Schematic for Converter Control Unit 152376 C3 SchematicsAppendix A 152315 Rev CSchematics This page was intentionally left blankA-10 152315 Rev CIndex Page Page Xantrex Technology Inc 1 800 670 0707 Tel toll free NA 1 360 925 5097 Tel direct152315 Rev C Printed in USA