Enecsys Single Repeater User Manual

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Single Repeater User Manual

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CONTENTS

Introduction 1

Conventions used in this manual 2 Safety 3 Parts List 4 Enecsys Repeater 5 When to install an Enecsys Repeater 5

Installation 7

Attaching the internal antenna 8 Mounting the Enecsys Repeater 9 Wall mounting the Enecsys Repeater (adhesive pad method) 10 Wall mounting the Enecsys Repeater (screw fixed method) 11 Mounting with a cable tie 12 Turning the Enecsys Repeater on 13 Turning the Enecsys Repeater off 14

Technical specification 15 Compliance 17 Printing 18 Notes 19

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1. Introduction

Your solar PV (photo-voltaic) installation when combined with an Enecsys Micro-Inverter, with its in-built antenna, is able to communicate wirelessly with the Enecsys Gateway. This allows for comprehensive monitoring of the solar PV array, module-by-module.

Monitoring an array module by module enables the user to see energy generation at module level. Monitoring also allows the end-user to see the performance of any module at any time of the day.

An Enecsys Repeater acts as a bridge between the Micro-inverter and the Gateway in situations where a sufficient communication link cannot be established.

For circumstances where it may be necessary to install an Enecsys Repeater see See“When to

install an Enecsys Repeater” on page 5.

This manual contains information specific to the installation and configuration of the Enecsys Repeater. Although the installation and configuration is simple a basic knowledge of internet routers, wired or wireless may be beneficial although not necessary.

Installation of the Enecsys Repeater is a 'plug and play' process. Enecsys have designed the hardware to be a simple as possible for the installer and end-user alike.

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1.1 Conventions used in this manual

The following conventions are used throughout this manual, these conventions should be noted and followed at all times.

Warning: Warning statements must be heeded at all times. A warning symbol indicates that a process or instrument has the potential to harm or cause lethal injury if the correct method of handling is not employed.

Caution: Caution statements are used to indicate where a part of the installation process may require special attention. Caution statements should be followed at all times.

Attention: Attention statements are used to indicate where a part of the process or instrument has a special requirement. Attention statements should be followed at all times.

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1.2 Safety

Before installing and using the any Enecsys Repeater please ensure that you have fully read and understand all of the installation and user instructions and heed all warnings and cautions given. Install in a clean dry environment, indoors and if possible away from heat sources and out of direct sunlight.

• All electrical installations should be performed in accordance with all local and national electrical installation codes and practice.

• There are no user serviceable parts inside this unit.

• There are no replaceable or re-chargeable batteries contained within the Enecsys Repeater.

• Do not attempt to open the unit. Tampering with the Enecsys Repeater may result in electri-

cal shock or death.

• Do not install this equipment in adverse weather conditions or in a wet environment.

• Do not install this equipment during an electrical storm.

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1.3 Parts List

Although each separate installation from Enecsys is fully customisable and may differ, there are certain elements within each scope of delivery that will be consistent.

A. 1 x Enecsys Repeater.

B. 1 x Fixed antenna.

C. 1 x 5V DC Plug-top mains adaptor , 1A adaptor with 2.1mm jack.

D. 3 x Double sided adhesive pads.

E. 2 x Pan-head screws.

F. 2 x Wall plugs.

FIGURE 1.

A B C D E F

Scope of delivery.

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1.4 Enecsys Repeater

The Enecsys Repeater is designed to provide a ‘hop’ between nodes in the network. It is intended that the Enecsys Repeater be used to allow communication between the Inverters and Gateway where the propagation losses are too high for a reliable communication link within the installation. There are various implementations of Enecsys Repeaters and more than one Enecsys Repeater can be used to cover larger distances with more ‘hops’.

1.5 When to install an Enecsys Repeater

Depending upon the house construction and build materials it may be necessary to add an Enecsys Repeater in order to provide stable communications between the Micro-inverters and the Gateway over a long time period. An Enecsys Repeater is used in situations where a sustainable communication link between the Micro-inverters and the Gateway cannot be established. Enecsys Repeaters may need to be installed for the following reasons.

• A roof may be made out a metallic material or be a foil insulated.

• The distance between the micro-inverters and the wireless antenna is too great.

• UV screened windows.

If a sufficient strength of communication link cannot be established it may be necessary to install either a Repeater or Double Repeater. Figure 2 on page 6 shows typical placement positions for Repeaters and a Gateway.

In domestic installations where the Gateway (G) is on the ground floor and the building is on multiple levels a Repeater can be installed in the attic/roof space (R1).

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INITIAL REPEATER LOCATION

SECOND REPEATER LOCATION

PV MODULE

GATEWAY

ATTI C

1st FLOOR

GROUND FLOOR

If, after having installed a Repeater in the attic/roof space an ‘x’ indicating that an insufficient communication link between the Repeater and the Gateway is still displayed a secondary Repeater can be added (R2).

If the building has a metallic roof as found in an industrial/commercial building then it may be necessary to use a Double Repeater.

When installing a repeater the Gateway should be placed into installer mode.

FIGURE 2.

Internal Gateway and Repeater placement.

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5V DC IN

POWER CABLE CONDUIT

RP SMA CONNECTOR

ANTENNA

2. Installation

Enecsys Repeaters are employed to improve the communication link between the inverters and the Gateway. The Enecsys Repeater is a 'plug and play' device; it is quickly and easily installed. The Enecsys Repeater should be installed within the roof-space of the building and positioned within easy connection distance of a mains supply AC power source.

FIGURE 3.

The Enecsys Single Repeater.

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2.1 Attaching the internal antenna

Attach the antenna to the RP SMA connector on the right hand side of the Enecsys Gateway.

1. Attach the antenna to the lower RP SMA plug on the right hand side of the Repeater, screw the antenna into place in a clockwise direction.

2. Move the antenna into an upright position.

NTENNA

FIGURE 4.

Attaching the antenna.

RP SMA CONNECTOR

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ADHESIVE FIXING POINTS

SCREW FIXING POINTS

50 mm

CABLE TIE

FIXING POINT

2.2 Mounting the Enecsys Repeater

The Enecsys Repeater can be either free standing or wall mounted. The Enecsys Repeater should be installed in a location where it is unlikely to be moved, indoors, usually within the roof-space, away from heat sources and out of direct sunlight. If choosing a free standing installation place the Enecsys Repeater within reach of an AC mains power source. It is recommended that the Enecsys Repeater be placed as high as possible within the building roof-space.

FIGURE 5.

The Enecsys Repeater reverse showing mounting points and distances.

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2.3 Wall mounting the Enecsys Repeater (adhesive pad method)

When mounting an Enecsys Repeater always ensure that you have connected the power supply and antenna to the device before the final fit. Locate the Enecsys Repeater away from metal structures. The adhesive pad placement areas are shown in Figure 5 on page 9.

1. Ensure that the back-plate of the Enecsys Repeater and the wall or mounting surface is clean from dust and grease.

2. Attach the antenna to the RP SMA plug on the right hand side of the Enecsys Repeater, screw the antenna into place in a clockwise direction.

3. Connect the supplied external 5V DC power supply to a mains supply AC power source.

4. Connect the supplied external 5V DC power jack-plug to the DC power port on the reverse of the Enecsys Repeater, thread the cable through the semi-circular channel on the back-plate of the Enecsys Repeater, this will help to keep the cable in place and prevent it from becoming detached.

5. Remove the backing material from one of the double sided adhesive pads and place firmly onto the fixing points on the back of the Enecsys Repeater. Complete the process for the remaining two double sided adhesive pads.

6. Remove the remaining backing material from the adhesive pads attached to the back-plate of the Enecsys Repeater, press the Enecsys Repeater firmly into place on the wall/mounting surface.

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2.4 Wall mounting the Enecsys Repeater (screw fixed method)

When mounting an Enecsys Repeater always ensure that you have connected the power supply and antenna to the device before the final fit.

The screw fixing points are shown in Figure 5 on page 9.

1. Attach the antenna to the RP SMA plug on the right hand side of the Enecsys Repeater, screw the antenna into place in a clockwise direction.

2. Connect the supplied external 5V DC plug top power supply to a mains supply AC power source.

3. Connect the 5V DC power supply jack-plug to the DC power port on the reverse of the Enecsys Repeater, thread the cable through the semi-circular channel on the back-plate of the Enecsys Repeater, this will help to keep the cable in place and prevent it from becoming detached.

4. Select the appropriate location for mounting the Enecsys Repeater.

5. Using the wall mount template locate the desired position of the Enecsys Repeater; ensure that there is adequate free-space around the Enecsys Repeater to allow for any future movement or maintenance of the device.

6. Mark two horizontal spots on the wall 50 millimetres apart, install the screws into the wall.

7. Line up the back plate holes of the Enecsys Repeater with the screws on the wall and then slide the Enecsys Repeater down to fix the unit in position.

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CABLE TIE

2.5 Mounting with a cable tie

When mounting an Enecsys Repeater always ensure that you have connected the power supply and antenna to the device before the final fit.

There may be situations where it is not possible to mount the Enecsys Repeater using the screw fixed or adhesive pad method. A cable tie can be utilised to fix the Enecsys Repeater to an internal pillar or suitable structure.

1. Ensure that the cable tie is of the correct width and length.

2. Run the cable tie through the cable tie fixing point on the back of the Enecsys Repeater.

3. Wrap the cable tie around the internal pillar or suitable mounting object and secure.

FIGURE 6.

Mounting with a cable tie

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2.6 Turning the Enecsys Repeater on

The Enecsys Repeater comes supplied with an external 5V DC power supply. The power adaptor serves as the disconnect device - a socket outlet in accordance to the national wiring codes for the country shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.

To turn the Enecsys Repeater on feed the power cable through the power cable conduit, attach the 5V DC power supply jack-plug from the power port on the reverse of the Enecsys Repeater.

5V DC IN

FIGURE 7.

Connecting the Enecsys Repeater’s power supply.

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5V DC DISCONNECT

2.7 Turning the Enecsys Repeater off

To turn off the Enecsys Repeater remove the 5V DC power supply jack-plug from the power port on the reverse of the Enecsys Repeater. If the Enecsys Repeater is attached to its mounting surface, and the jack-plug is not easily accessible, disconnect the external 5V DC power supply from the AC mains supply.

FIGURE 8.

Disconnecting the Enecsys Repeater’s power supply.

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3. Technical specification

Power

Mains Plug-top P.S.U.

Input: 100-240V AC 50-60Hz 0.3A.

Output; 5V DC, 1.2A. with 2.1mm jack.

Table 1: Power adapter.

Operating Temperature

Temperature range 0°C to +55°C.

Table 2: Operating temperature.

Warranty

Warrant y 12 months.

Table 3: Life expectancy.

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Fixed Antenna

Radiating element

Frequency range

Peak gain

1/2 Wave Element.

2.4 GHz.

2.0 dBi.

Polarisation Linear.

Return loss -13 dB.

Power rating 10W.

Connector N Type.

Dimensions 139 x 13mm.

Table 4: Fixed antenna.

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4. Compliance

Enecsys Repeaters and their associated apparatus conform to the following compliance codes.

IC: 9052A-REPEAT01

Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

The power adaptor serves as the disconnect device - a socket outlet in accordance to the national wiring codes for the country shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.

Electrical Product Safety

IEC 60950-1:2005 (2nd Edition); Am 1:2009;

Compliance with National Differences :IEC60950_1B attachment EN60950-1:2006/A11:2009/ A1:2010

EMC

EN 301 489-17 V2.1.1 - ElectroMagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM); ElectroMagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standard for radio equipment and services; Part 1: Common Technical Requirements.

Spectrum

EN 300 328 V1.7.1 - (Radio Module) Electromagnetic Compatibility and Radio Spectrum Matters (ERM) Wideband transmission systems; Data transmission equipment operating in the 2.4GHz

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