Delta Electronics orporated DDP A020002A User Manual
Installation and Operation Manual
Delta Distributed Power Information Collector
Before you use this equipment, please read this important operation manual.
Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing the Delta Distributed Power Information Collector. This device is a
part of the Delta Solar Energy Monitoring System (EMS). With this device, you can monitor
Delta PV micro inverters that are connected to the photovoltaic modules. The DDP collects
energy and performance data from the PV micro inverter over in-home AC power lines. It
then forwards that data to Delta Solar EMS via the Internet for statistical reporting, analysis,
and storing.
Before you use this equipment, please read this important operation manual. Should you
have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact your dealer for further assistance.
It is our pleasure to have you as our customer.
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Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement
This device complies Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to
try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:
z Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
z Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
z Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
z Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this
equipment.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.
Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with
minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body.
Note: The country code selection is for non-US model only and is not available to
all US model. Per FCC regulation, all WiFi product marketed in US must fix ed to US
operation channels only.
Pursuant to IEC60950, the Data Collector involves technologies and materials or
methods provide a level of safety. Any modifications or changes made to this
equipment may void the user warranty.
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Table of Contents
1. DDP Function…………………………………………………………………………………………….... 4
2. DDP Installation …………………………………………………………………………………………. 5
Preparation…..……………………………………………………………………………………….. 5
Installation ....……………………………………………………………………………………….. 5
For US Users ..……………………………………………………………………………………….. 6
For European Users ..…………………………………………………………………………….. 7
Wall Mounting ………………………………………………………………………………………… 7
Relocating the DDP………………………………………………………………………………..10
3. DDP Operation……………………………………………………………………………..…………….11
Starting the DDP………………………………….………………………………………………..11
DDP Menu....……………………………………………………..………………………………….12
Interface Screen………………………………….………………………………………………..13
Other Screen.…………………………………………………..……………………………………14
System Screen.…………………………………………………..…………………………………14
Restart the DDP………………………………….………………………………………………….17
Normal Operation……………………………….…………………………………………………17
4. Troubleshooting…………………………………………………………………………..…………… 19
Potential Problems and Solutions……………………….…………………………………19
5. DDP Internet Interface………………………………………………………..…………………. 20
Login and Register Screen with Connect to Internet…………..…………….. 20
Monitor with no Internet……………………………………………..…………………..... 29
User Host with Connect to Internet……………………………..…………………..... 31
Event Message……………………………………………..……………….....................32
6. Technical Data…………………………………………………………………………………………… 34
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1. DDP Function
The DDP information collector is a device for Delta Solar Energy Monitor
System to communicate with Delta PV micro inverter. This device monitors Delta
PV micro inverters that are connected to the photovoltaic modules. The DDP
collects energy and performance data from the PV micro inverter over in-home AC
power lines and forwards that data to the Delta Solar EMS via the Internet for
statistical reporting.
The Delta PV Micro Inverter system is a device that converts the solar panel DC
output into grid-compliant AC power. This fully integrated device can maximize
the modules' energy production by utilizing a sophisticated Maximum Power Point
Tracking (MPPT) algorithm. This integrated system maximizes energy harvest and
provides individual AC output without hazardous voltage. And in case of any
failure of any individual solar panel or inverter, this will not impact other modules
and inverter operations. Unlike traditional center inverter structures, this PV
micro inverter system provides true redundancy and eliminates hazardous
voltage levels.
The Delt a Solar EMS collects and analyzes the per-module data from each PV
micro inverter.
This system automatically detects any shortfall in energy production. It is easy for
a repair technician to locate the failed solar module and perform the necessary
replacement. It monitors and stores data on a constant basis. User can access
the data for commercial or personal use.
The DDP is designed for easy installation and is easy to operate. User does not
need any specialized equipment. It simply plugs to the grid tied wall AC outlet and
routers for communications with the Delta Solar EMS. The DDP communicates
with the individual PV micro inverters over the existing power lines in the
residence or business.
After installation and device scanning, it assembles an internal database of all
known Delta PV micro inverters at the site it manages. As a constant monitor, the
DDP utilizes the customer’s site broadband router to forward information to the
Delta Solar EMS. The DDP also reports any error conditions that affect the DDP or
the PV micro inverters. You can view both energy data and error conditions in the
Delta Solar EMS.
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2. DDP Installation
Preparation
Before you install this device, first please check if the following items are included
in the DDP package box. If there is any item missing, please contact your dealer
for a free replacement:
z DDP Communications
z Ethernet cable
z Wi-Fi antenna
z AC power cord
z A kit of conical anchors and screws
z Wall bracket
z User manual
The following networking environment is required for install DDP:
z A reliable broadband internet connection
z Web browser to view DELTA Solar EMS webpage
z Router / LAN or Router/WLAN with Ethernet port (or AP Router with Wi-Fi
connection)
z Grid connected standard AC electrical outlet. Please do not plug DDP into a
transformer protection device like a power strip, surge protector, or
un-interruptible power supply. These devices could block the
communication signal.
Installation
Pick a suitable location to place your DDP device. W e suggest this location to be as
close as possible to the wireless AP (if you have the Wi-Fi function) or the Service
Panel (Load center). This DDP is designed to perform at an environment between
-10 degrees C to +40 degrees C that should cover the majority of indoor
environments.
Attention
Please call the installer if you have below conditions:
1. You are unable to understand how it works.
2. You notice any operation anomalies.
3. You don’t understand or fear that you can’t complete the fully install
steps.
4. This device must be installed in rooms with suitable environmental
conditions (see technical data).
DO NOT install outdoors.
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5. Don’t equip to operate in environments that have particular
flammability or explosive conditions.
For US Users:
See below PV micro inverter system installation instructions. After installing
Data Collector, you can plug into 120Vac wall socket. In order to have good
communication between Data Collector and PV micro inverter system, you
should install a power line phase coupler(see below picture). It is an in-box
passive circuit that couples power line signal for different phase of residential
power line communication. After installation, you should set Internet Interface.
See page 20 to finish all of installation.
L1‐L2,240V,60Hz
L1 L2
N
120V,60Hz
Coupler
DataCollector
L1orL2
NoFuse
Breaker
USPVMicro‐InverterSystem
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For European Users:
See below PV micro inverter system installation instructions. After installing Data
Collector, you can plug into 230Vac wall sock et. And then, you should set Internet
Interface. See page 20 to finish all of installation.
L‐N,230V,50Hz
PE L
N
230V,50Hz
NoFuse
Breaker
DataCollector
Wall Mounting
(Caution: For safety consideration, the device must be mounted on a
wall)
European PVMicro‐Inverter
Customer can choose to wall mount this device.
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Y
ROT ATING ANGLE OF ANTENNA
Z
90° (AXIS： XÆ Z)
180° (AXIS： XÆ YÆ -X)
X
-
SLOT FOR RESET
For wall-mounting
SOCKET FOR
AC CABLE
PHONE JACK RJ45
Attention
Please follow rotating angles of Antenna same as the above picture.
Please install during the daytime to make sure it can connect with
inverters.
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Refer to the following pictures and steps for wall-mounting.
1) To drill two holes at the distance of 83mm on the wall.
Recommended drill size:3/16(ψ4.7)
2) To insert two conical anchors in the drilled holes.
3) To use two screws to mount the wall-bracket on the conical anchors.
Looking at the picture shown below, the function of three marks is “MENU”,
“DOWN” and “SELECT” . T o press down lightly on these marks to operate the DDP
menu functions (Refer to page 12).
The “MENU” mark also serves as the “RETURN” key for certain features within
the menu functions
MENU DOWN SELECT
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Reallocating the DDP
If you ever lose power, or need to relocate the DDP to another location, just plug
it in (if not already done) and let the DDP restart again. It will resume operation
when power and internet connection are restored.
Attention
Please put DDP on the Recycle Bin because it can be recycling.
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3. DDP Operation
Starting the DDP
After plugging the power cord, you will see the “Wi-Fi DEVICE” and “ETHERNET
DEVICE” message display on the LCD of the DDP. It requires you to choose one
device to be the data transmitter. If you do not have an AP router or Wi-Fi function,
you only can choose the “ETHERNET DEVICE” option. Otherwise, the device will
not operate.
After the initial setup, the system restores the default value or user setting. It will
then display the IP address and Power in watts on the LCD after initializing is
finished.
The LCD display will then change to become a calendar with power information
after 10 sec.
> Wi-Fi DEVICE
ETHERNET DEVICE
169.254.0.1
ID: 1 POWER:123.4W
00/00/00 00:00:00
Attention
If you do not choose a valid device, the display will remain on the device
choice menu. The OLED fonts will disappear after user selects a device. If you
would like to choose another transmitter again, you can select the “SYSTEM
RESET” function of the menu or “Reset Button” of the slot to go to the initial step.
Wi-Fi operates at a frequency of 2.4GHz that follows the IEEE802.11b/g
communication standard. The 802.11g has a maximum raw data rate of 54Mbits/s
and data access rate as defined in 802.11g. Sometimes, the RF signal decay or
interference will be caused the data lose or DDP disconnection. So, please find
the places which no interference or decay to let RF signal stable and strong. For
WiFi compatible list, please refer the WiFi supplier web site.
ID: 1 POWER:123.4W
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