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Dear reader,
Introduction Thank you for the trust you have placed in our company and congratulations on buying this
high-quality Fronius product. These instructions will help you familiarise yourself with the
product. Reading the instructions carefully will enable you to learn about the many different
features it has to offer. This will allow you to make full use of its advantages.
Please also note the safety rules to ensure greater safety when using the product. Careful
handling of the product will repay you with years of safe and reliable operation. These are
essential prerequisites for excellent results.
Explanation of
safety symbols
If you see any of the symbols depicted in the "Safety rules" chapter, special care is required.
DANGER! Indicates immediate and real danger. If it is not avoided, death or serious injury will result.
WARNING! Indicates a potentially dangerous situation. Death or serious injury
may result if appropriate precautions are not taken.
CAUTION! Indicates a situation where damage or injury could occur. If it is not
avoided, minor injury and/or damage to property may result.
NOTE! Indicates a risk of flawed results and possible damage to the equipment.
IMPORTANT! Indicates tips for correct operation and other particularly useful information.
It does not indicate a potentially damaging or dangerous situation.
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Contents
Safety rules ................................................................................................................................................ 5
General ................................................................................................................................................. 5
Environmental conditions...................................................................................................................... 5
Qualified service engineers................................................................................................................... 6
Noise emission values .......................................................................................................................... 6
EMC measures ..................................................................................................................................... 6
Disposal ................................................................................................................................................ 6
Data protection...................................................................................................................................... 7
Copyright............................................................................................................................................... 7
General ...................................................................................................................................................... 8
Device concept ..................................................................................................................................... 8
Proper use ............................................................................................................................................ 8
Warning notices on the device.............................................................................................................. 9
Notes for a dummy device .................................................................................................................... 9
Data communication and Solar Net ........................................................................................................... 11
Fronius Solar Net and data interface .................................................................................................... 11
Data communication area..................................................................................................................... 11
Explanation of the multifunction current interface................................................................................. 12
Description of the 'Fronius Solar Net' LED............................................................................................ 13
Example................................................................................................................................................ 14
Installing option cards in the inverter .................................................................................................... 14
System monitoring ..................................................................................................................................... 15
General ................................................................................................................................................. 15
Fronius Datamanager during the night or when the available DC voltage is insufficient...................... 15
Starting for the first time........................................................................................................................ 15
Further information on Fronius Datamanager 2.0................................................................................. 17
Controls and indicators .............................................................................................................................. 18
Controls and indicators ......................................................................................................................... 18
Display .................................................................................................................................................. 19
The menu level .......................................................................................................................................... 20
Activate display backlighting................................................................................................................. 20
Automatic deactivation of display backlighting / choose 'NOW' menu item .......................................... 20
Open menu level................................................................................................................................... 20
The NOW, LOG and GRAPH menu items ................................................................................................. 21
NOW LOG GRAPH............................................................................................................................... 21
Values displayed in the NOW and LOG menu items............................................................................ 21
SETUP menu item ..................................................................................................................................... 23
Initial setting.......................................................................................................................................... 23
SETUP.................................................................................................................................................. 23
Navigating in the SETUP menu item .................................................................................................... 23
Setting entries on the Setup menu, general.......................................................................................... 24
Application example: Setting the time................................................................................................... 25
The Setup menu items............................................................................................................................... 26
Standby................................................................................................................................................. 26
WiFi Access Point................................................................................................................................. 26
DATCOM .............................................................................................................................................. 27
USB....................................................................................................................................................... 27
Relay..................................................................................................................................................... 29
Energy-Manager(in Relay menu item).................................................................................................. 29
Time / date ........................................................................................................................................... 30
Display settings..................................................................................................................................... 31
Energy yield .......................................................................................................................................... 32
Fan........................................................................................................................................................ 33
The INFO menu item ................................................................................................................................. 34
INFO ..................................................................................................................................................... 34
Measured values PSS status Grid status ............................................................................................. 34
Device information ................................................................................................................................ 34
Version.................................................................................................................................................. 36
Switching the key lock on and off............................................................................................................... 37
General ................................................................................................................................................. 37
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Switching the key lock on and off.......................................................................................................... 37
USB Stick as a Data Logger and for Updating Inverter Software .............................................................. 38
USB stick as a datalogger..................................................................................................................... 38
Suitable USB flash drives ..................................................................................................................... 38
USB stick for updating the inverter software......................................................................................... 39
Remove USB stick................................................................................................................................ 39
The Basic menu ......................................................................................................................................... 40
General ................................................................................................................................................. 40
Access the Basic menu......................................................................................................................... 40
Items on the Basic menu ...................................................................................................................... 41
Status diagnostics and troubleshooting ..................................................................................................... 43
Displaying status codes ........................................................................................................................ 43
Total failure of the display..................................................................................................................... 43
Class 1 status codes............................................................................................................................. 43
Class 3 status codes............................................................................................................................. 44
Class 4 status codes............................................................................................................................. 44
Class 5 status codes............................................................................................................................. 45
Class 6 status codes............................................................................................................................. 46
Class 7 status codes............................................................................................................................. 47
Customer service.................................................................................................................................. 48
Operation in dusty environments .......................................................................................................... 48
Technical data............................................................................................................................................ 49
Fronius Galvo 1.5-1 .............................................................................................................................. 49
Fronius Galvo 2.0-1 .............................................................................................................................. 50
Fronius Galvo 2.5-1 .............................................................................................................................. 51
Fronius Galvo 3.0-1 .............................................................................................................................. 52
Fronius Galvo 3.1-1 .............................................................................................................................. 53
Fronius Galvo Dummy .......................................................................................................................... 54
Explanation of footnotes ....................................................................................................................... 54
Applicable standards and guidelines .................................................................................................... 54
Warranty terms and conditions, and disposal ............................................................................................ 55
Fronius manufacturer's warranty .......................................................................................................... 55
Disposal ................................................................................................................................................ 55
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Safety rules
General
Environmental
conditions
The device is manufactured using state-of-the-art technology and according
to recognised safety standards. If used incorrectly or misused, however, it can
cause:
- injury or death to the operator or a third party,
- damage to the device and other material assets belonging to the operator,
- inefficient operation of the device.
All persons involved in commissioning, maintaining and servicing the device
must
- be suitably qualified,
- have knowledge of and experience in dealing with electrical installations
and
- read and follow these operating instructions carefully.
The operating instructions must always be at hand wherever the device is being used. In addition to the operating instructions, attention must also be paid
to any generally applicable and local regulations regarding accident prevention and environmental protection.
All safety and danger notices on the device
- must be in a legible state,
- must not be damaged,
- must not be removed,
- must not be covered, pasted or painted over.
The terminals can reach high temperatures.
Only operate the device when all protection devices are fully functional. If the
protection devices are not fully functional, there is a risk of
- injury or death to the operator or a third party,
- damage to the device and other material assets belonging to the operator,
- inefficient operation of the device.
Any safety devices that are not functioning properly must be repaired by a suitably qualified engineer before the device is switched on.
Never bypass or disable protection devices.
For the location of the safety and danger notices on the device, refer to the
"General" section in the operating instructions for the device.
Before switching on the device, rectify any faults that could compromise safe-
ty.
This is for your personal safety!
Operation or storage of the device outside the stipulated area will be deemed
as "not in accordance with the intended purpose". The manufacturer shall not
be held liable for any damage arising from such usage.
For exact information on permitted environmental conditions, please refer to
the "Technical data" in the operating instructions.
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Qualified service
engineers
Noise emission
values
EMC measures
Disposal
The servicing information contained in these operating instructions is intended
only for the use of qualified service engineers. An electric shock can be fatal.
Do not perform any actions other than those described in the documentation.
This applies even if you are qualified to do so.
All cables and leads must be secure, undamaged, insulated and adequately
dimensioned. Loose connections, scorched, damaged or inadequately dimensioned cables and leads must be immediately repaired by authorised personnel.
Maintenance and repair work must only be carried out by authorised personnel.
It is impossible to guarantee that bought-in parts are designed and manufactured to meet the demands made of them, or that they satisfy safety requirements. Use only original spare parts (also applies to standard parts).
Do not carry out any modifications, alterations, etc. to the device without the
manufacturer's consent.
Components that are not in perfect condition must be changed immediately.
The inverter generates a maximum sound power level of < 59 dB(A)
(ref. 1 pW) when operating under full load in accordance with
IEC 62109-1:2010.
The device is cooled as quietly as possible with the aid of an electronic temperature control system, and depends on the amount of converted power, the
ambient temperature, the level of soiling of the device, etc.
It is not possible to provide a workplace-related emission value for this device
because the actual sound pressure level is heavily influenced by the installation situation, the power quality, the surrounding walls and the properties of
the room in general.
In certain cases, even though a device complies with the standard limit values
for emissions, it may affect the application area for which it was designed (e.g.
when there is sensitive equipment at the same location, or if the site where the
device is installed is close to either radio or television receivers). If this is the
case, then the operator is obliged to take appropriate action to rectify the situation.
To comply with the European Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment and its implementation as national law, electrical equipment that has reached the end of its life must be collected separately and returned to an approved recycling facility. Any device that you no longer require
must either be returned to your dealer or given to one of the approved collection and recycling facilities in your area. Ignoring this European Directive may
have potentially adverse affects on the environment and your health!
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Data protection
Copyright
The user is responsible for the safekeeping of any changes made to the factory settings. The manufacturer accepts no liability for any deleted personal
settings.
Copyright of these operating instructions remains with the manufacturer.
The text and illustrations are all technically correct at the time of printing. We
reserve the right to make changes. The contents of the operating instructions
shall not provide the basis for any claims whatsoever on the part of the purchaser. If you have any suggestions for improvement, or can point out any
mistakes that you have found in the instructions, we will be most grateful for
your comments.
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General
Device concept
Device construction:
(1) Housing cover
(2) Inverter
(3) Wall bracket
(4) Connection area incl. DC main
switch
(5) Data communication area
(6) Data communication cover
The inverter transforms the direct current
generated by the solar modules into alternating into AC current. This alternating current is fed into your home system or into the
public grid and synchronized with the voltage that is used there.
The inverter has been designed exclusively for use in grid-connected photovoltaic systems. It cannot generate electric power independently of the grid.
The design and function of the inverter provide a maximum level of safety during both installation and operation.
The inverter monitors automatically the public grrid. Whenever conditions in the electric
grid are inconsistent with standard conditions (for example, grid switch-off, interruption),
the inverter will immediately stop operating and interrupt the supply of power into the grid.
Grid monitoring is carried out using voltage monitoring, frequency monitoring and monitoring islanding conditions.
The inverter is fully automatic. Starting at sunrise, as soon as the solar modules generate
enough energy, the inverter starts monitoring grid voltage and frequency. As soon as there
is a sufficient level of irradiance, the solar inverter starts feeding energy into the grid.
The inverter ensures that the maximum possible power output is drawn from the solar modules at all times.
As there is no longer sufficient energy available to feed power into the grid, the inverter
shuts down the grid connection completely and stops operating. All settings and recorded
data are saved.
If the inverter temperature exceeds a certain value, the inverter derates automatically the
actual output power for self protection.
The cause for a to high inverter temperature can be found in a high ambient temperature
or an inadequate heat transfer away (eg for installation in control cabinets without proper
heat dissipation).
Proper use The solar inverter is intended exclusively to convert direct current from solar modules into
alternating current and to feed this into the public grid.
Utilisation not in accordance with the intended purpose comprises:
- utilisation for any other purpose or in any other manner
- making any modifications to the inverter that have not been expressly approved by
Fronius
- the installation of parts that are not distributed or expressly approved by Fronius.
Fronius shall not be liable for any damage resulting from such action.
No warranty claims will be entertained.
(1) (2) (3)
(4)(5)(6)
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Proper use includes:
- carefully reading and obeying all the instructions and all the safety and danger notices
in the operating instructions
- performing all stipulated inspection and maintenance work
- installation as specified in the operating instructions
When designing the photovoltaic system, ensure that all of its components are operated
within their permitted operating ranges at all times.
Observe all the measures recommended by the solar module manufacturer to ensure the
lasting maintenance of the properties of the solar module.
Obey the regulations of the energy supply company regarding feeding energy into the grid.
Warning notices
on the device
There are warning notices and safety symbols on and in the inverter. These warning notices and safety symbols must not be removed or painted over. They warn against operating
the device incorrectly, as this may result in serious injury and damage.
Text of the warning notices:
WARNING!
An electric shock can be fatal. Make sure that both the input side and output side of the
device are de-energised before opening the device. Wait for the capacitors to discharge (3
minutes).
Notes for a dummy device
A dummy device is not suitable for the operative connection to a photovoltaic system and
may only be taken into operation for demonstration purposes.
IMPORTANT! With a dummy device never connect live DC cables to the DC terminals.
Attaching not-energized cables or cable pieces for demonstration purposes is permitted.
A dummy device can be identified by the device rating plate:
Safety symbols:
Risk of serious injury and damage
due to incorrect operation
Do not use the functions described here until you have fully
read and understood the following
documents:
- these operating instructions
- all the operating instructions
for the system components of
the photovoltaic system, especially the safety rules
Dangerous electrical voltage
Wait for the capacitors to discharge.
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Device rating plate of a dummy device
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Data communication and Solar Net
Fronius Solar Net
and data interface
Data communication area
Depending on the model, the inverter may be equipped with the Fronius Datamanager
plug-in card.
Fronius Solar Net was developed to make system add-ons flexible to use in a variety of
different applications. Fronius Solar Net is a data network that enables multiple inverters
to be linked up using system add-ons.
It is a bus system that uses a ring topology. One suitable cable is sufficient for communication between one or several inverters that are connected on the Fronius Solar Net using a system add-on.
Fronius Solar Net automatically recognises a wide variety of system add-ons.
In order to distinguish between several identical system add-ons, each one must be as-
signed a unique number.
Similarly, every inverter on the Fronius Solar Net must be assigned a unique number.
Refer to the section entitled 'The SETUP menu item' for instructions on how to assign a
unique number.
More detailed information on the individual system add-ons can be found in the relevant
operating instructions or on the internet at www.fronius.com
More detailed information on cabling DATCOM components can be found at:
http://www.fronius.com/QR-link/4204101938
(1) (2) (3) (4)
(5)
(6) (7) (8) (9)
IN
IN
OUT
OUT
PIN 2
PIN 1
PIN 1
PIN 2
PIN 3
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Explanation of
the multifunction
current interface
Various wiring variants can be connected to the multifunction current interface. However,
these cannot be operated simultaneously. For example, if an S0 meter is connected to the
multifunction current interface, it is not possible to connect a signal contact for overvoltage
protection (or vice versa).
Pin 1 = measurement input: max. 20 mA, 100 Ohm measurement resistor (load impedance)
Pin 2 = max. short circuit current 15 mA, max. open circuit voltage 16 V DC or GND
Item Designation
(1) Switchable multifunction current interface. For more details, refer to the section
below entitled "Explanation of the multifunction current interface"
Use the 2-pin mating connector supplied with the inverter to connect to the multifunction current interface.
(2)
(3)
Fronius Solar Net connection / interface protocol IN
Fronius Solar Net connection / interface protocol OUT
'Fronius Solar Net' / interface protocol input and output for connecting to other
DATCOM components (e.g. inverter, sensor box, etc.)
If several DATCOM components are linked together, a terminating plug must be
connected to every free IN or OUT connection on a DATCOM component.
For inverters with a Fronius Datamanager plug-in card, two terminating plugs are
supplied with the inverter.
(4) The 'Solar Net' LED
indicates whether the Fronius Solar Net power supply is available
(5) The 'Data transfer' LED
flashes while the USB flash drive is being accessed. The USB flash drive must
not be removed while recording is in progress.
(6) USB A socket
for connecting a USB flash drive with maximum dimensions of
65 x 30 mm (2.6 x 2.1 in.)
The USB flash drive can function as a datalogger for an inverter. The USB flash
drive is not included in the scope of supply of the inverter.
(7) Floating switch contact with mating connector
max. 250 V AC / 4 A AC
max. 30 V DC / 1 A DC
max. 1.5 mm² (AWG 16) cable cross-section
Pin 1 = NO contact (Normally Open)
Pin 2 = C (Common)
Pin 3 = NC contact (Normally Closed)
Use the mating connector supplied with the inverter to connect to the floating
switch contact.
(8) Fronius Datamanager with WLAN antenna
or
cover for option card compartment
(9) Cover for option card compartment
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Wiring diagram variant 1: Signal contact for overvoltage protection
Depending on the setting in the Basic menu, the DC OVP Typ 2 option (overvoltage protection) either outputs a warning or an error on the display. Further information on the DC
OVP Typ 2 option can be found in the installation instructions.
Wiring diagram variant 2: S0 meter
A meter for recording the self-consumption of each S0 can be connected directly to the inverter.
IMPORTANT! In order to connect an S0 meter to the inverter, it may be necessary to update the inverter firmware.
Requirements for the S0 meter:
- Must comply with the IEC62053-31 Class B standard
- Max. voltage 15 V DC
- Max. current when ON 15 mA
- Min. current when ON 2 mA
- Max. current when OFF 0.15 mA
Recommended max. pulse rate of the S0 meter:
Description of the
'Fronius Solar
Net' LED
The 'Solar Net' LED is on:
the power supply for data communication within the Fronius Solar Net / interface protocol
is OK
The 'Solar Net' LED flashes briefly every 5 seconds:
data communication error in the Fronius Solar Net
- Overcurrent (current flow > 3 A, e.g. resulting from a short circuit in the Fronius Solar
Net ring)
- Undervoltage (not a short circuit, voltage in Fronius Solar Net < 6.5 V, e.g. if there are
too many DATCOM components on the Fronius Solar Net and not enough electrical
power is available)
In this case, power for the DATCOM components must be supplied by connecting an
additional power supply to one of the DATCOM components.
To detect the presence of an undervoltage, check some of the other DATCOM components for faults as required.
PV output kWp [kW] Max. pulse rate per kWp
30 1000
30 2000
10 5000
≤ 5.5 10000
Pin 1Pin 2
Pin 1
Pin 2 S0 +
S0 -
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After cutting out because of overcurrent or undervoltage, the inverter attempts to restore
the power supply in the Fronius Solar Net every 5 seconds while the fault is still present.
Once the fault is rectified, power to the Fronius Solar Net will be restored within 5 seconds.
Example Recording and archiving data from the inverter and sensor using a Fronius Datamanager
and a Fronius Sensor Box:
Data network with 3 inverters and a Fronius Sensor Box:
- Inverter 1 with Fronius Datamanager
- Inverters 2 and 3 without Fronius Datamanager!
The external communication (Fronius Solar Net) takes place on the inverter via the data
communication area. The data communication area contains two RS 422 interfaces as inputs and outputs. RJ45 plug connectors are used to make the connection.
IMPORTANT! Since the Fronius Datamanager functions as a data logger, the Fronius Solar Net ring must not include any other data logger.
Only one Fronius Datamanager per Fronius Solar Net ring!
Any other Fronius Datamanagers must be removed and the unoccupied option card compartment sealed off using the blanking cover (42,0405,2020 - available from Fronius as an
optional extra); alternatively, use an inverter without Fronius Datamanager (light version).
Installing option
cards in the inverter
Information on installing option cards in the inverter and connecting the data communication cable can be found in the installation instructions.
= Terminating plug
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IN
OUT
°C
W/m²
m/s
IN
OUT
IN
OUT
Sensor Box
WLAN
* Fronius Datamanager
*
IN OUT
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System monitoring
General Where no special device model is present, the inverter is fitted with WLAN-compatible Fro-
nius Datamanager 2.0 system monitoring as standard.
Among other things, system monitoring includes the following functions:
- Own web page displaying current data and a wide range of different setting options
- Option of connecting directly to Fronius Solar.web
- Automatic sending of service messages by SMS or e-mail in the event of a fault
- Internet connection via WLAN or LAN
- Option of controlling the inverter by specifying power limit values, minimum or maximum running times or target running times
- Control of the inverter via Modbus (tcp / rtu)
- Assignment of control priorities
- Control of the inverter by means of connected meters (Fronius Smart Meter or S0 meter)
- Control of the inverter via a ripple control signal recipient (e.g. specification of reactive
power or effective power)
- Dynamic power reduction, taking self-consumption into account
Further information on Fronius Datamanager 2.0 can be found online in the Fronius Datamanager 2.0 operating instructions.
Fronius Datamanager during the
night or when the
available DC voltage is insufficient
The Night Mode parameter under "Display Settings" in the Setup menu is preset to OFF in
the factory.
For this reason the Fronius Datamanager cannot be accessed during the night or when the
available DC voltage is insufficient.
To nevertheless activate the Fronius Datamanager, switch the inverter off and on again at
the mains and press any key on the inverter display within 90 seconds.
See also the chapters on "The Setup menu items", "Display settings" (Night Mode).
Starting for the
first time
When starting Fronius Datamanager 2.0 for the first time,
- the Fronius Datamanager 2.0 plug-in card must be installed in the inverter,
or
- there must be a Fronius Datamanager Box 2.0 in the Fronius Solar Net ring.
IMPORTANT! In order to establish a connection to Fronius Datamanager 2.0, the end device in question (e.g. laptop, tablet, etc.) must be set up as follows:
- "Obtain IP address automatically (DHCP)" must be activated
NOTE! Starting the Fronius Datamanager 2.0 for the first time can be made significantly easier with the aid of the Fronius Solar.web App.
The Fronius Solar.web App is available in the relevant App store.
NOTE! If the photovoltaic system has only one inverter, steps 1 and 2 below can
be skipped. In this case, starting for the first time will commence with step 3.
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Connect inverter with Fronius Datamanager 2.0 or Fronius Datamanager Box 2.0 to
the Fronius Solar Net
When networking several inverters together in Fronius Solar Net:
Set the Fronius Solar Net master / slave switch on the Fronius Datamanager 2.0 plugin card correctly
- One inverter with Fronius Datamanager 2.0 = master
- All other inverters with Fronius Datamanager 2.0 = slave (the LEDs on the Fronius
Datamanager 2.0 plug-in cards are not illuminated)
Switch the device into service mode
- Activate the WLAN access point via the Setup menu on the inverter
The inverter establishes the WLAN access point. The WLAN access point remains open
for 1 hour.
The Setup wizard start page is displayed.
Installation using the Solar.web App Installation using a web browser
Download the Fronius Solar.web App
Run the Fronius Solar.web App
Connect the end device to the WLAN
access point
SSID = Fronius_240.xxxxx (5-8 digits)
- Search for a network with the
name "Fronius_240.xxxxx"
- Establish a connection to this
network
- Enter password 12345678
(or connect the end device and inverter using an Ethernet cable)
Entry in browser:
http://datamanager
or
192.168.250.181 (IP address for
WLAN connection)
or
169.254.0.180 (IP address for LAN
connection)
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2
3
Stand by
WiFi Access Point
DATCOM
USB
Clock
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5
4
5
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The technician wizard is intended for the installer and contains standard-specific settings.
Running the technician wizard is optional.
If the technician wizard is run, it is vital to note the service password that is issued. This
service password is necessary for setting the EVU Editor menu item.
If the technician wizard is not run, no specifications regarding power reduction are set.
Running the Solar Web wizard is mandatory.
Run the Solar Web wizard and follow the instructions
The Fronius Solar.web homepage is displayed,
or
the Fronius Datamanager 2.0 web page is displayed.
Where necessary, run the technician wizard and follow the instructions
Further information on Fronius
Datamanager 2.0
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Further information on the Fronius Datamanager 2.0 and other start-up options can be
found at:
http://www.fronius.com/QR-link/4204260191EA
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Controls and indicators
Controls and indicators
Item Description
(1) Display
showing values, settings and menus
Monitoring and status LEDs
(2) General status LED (red)
on steady,
- if a status message is being displayed on the monitor
- if the process of feeding energy into the grid is interrupted
- while error handling (the inverter waits for an acknowledgement or for an
error to be rectified)
(3) Startup LED (orange)
on steady if
- the inverter is in its automatic startup or self-test phase (as soon after sunrise as the solar modules are delivering sufficient power)
- the inverter has been switched to standby mode in the setup menu (= feeding energy into the grid switched off manually)
- the inverter software is being updated
(4) Operating status LED (green)
on steady,
- if the PV system is working correctly after the inverter's automatic startup
phase
- all the time while energy is being fed into the grid
Function keys - allocated different functions depending on the selection:
(5) 'Left/up' key
for navigating to the left and up
(6) 'Down/right' key
for navigating down and to the right
(7) 'Menu/Esc' key
for switching to the menu level
for quitting the Setup menu
(8) 'Enter' key
for confirming a selection
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5) (6) (7) (8)
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The keys are capacitive, and any exposure to water can impair their function. Wipe the
keys dry with a cloth if necessary to ensure optimum functionality.
Display Power for the display comes from the mains voltage. Depending on the setting selected in
the Setup menu, the display can be kept on all day.
Display areas in display mode
Display areas in setup mode
(*) Scroll bar
(**) The Energy Manager symbol
is displayed when the Energy Manager function is activated
(***) Inv. no. = Inverter DATCOM number,
Save symbol - appears briefly while set values are being saved,
USB connection - appears if a USB flash drive has been connected
IMPORTANT! The display on the inverter is not a calibrated measuring device. A slight inaccuracy in comparison with the energy meter used by the energy supply company is intrinsic to the system. A calibrated meter will be needed to calculate the bills for the energy
supply company.
Function key functions
Menu item
Parameter declaration
Display of values, units and status codes
Function key functions
Next menu items
Currently selected menu item
Previous menu items
Menu item
Inv. no. | Save symbol | USB conn.(***)
(*)
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Energy-Manager (**)
Standby
WiFi Access Point
DATCOM
USB
Relay
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The menu level
Activate display
backlighting
Press any key
The display backlighting is activated.
There is an option under 'Display Settings' in the SETUP menu to set the display backlighting so that it is on all the time or off all the time.
Automatic deactivation of display
backlighting /
choose 'NOW'
menu item
If no key is pressed for 2 minutes,
- the display backlighting switches off automatically and the inverter goes to the 'NOW'
menu item (assuming the display backlighting is set to automatic).
- The selection of the 'NOW' menu item can happen from any position on the menu level
with the exception of the item 'Standby' on the Setup menu.
- The amount of energy currently fed in is displayed.
Open menu level
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Press the 'Menu' key
The display switches to the menu level
Use the 'Left' or 'Right' keys to select
the desired menu item
Press the 'Enter' key to select the desired menu item
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The NOW, LOG and GRAPH menu items
NOW
LOG
GRAPH
Values displayed
in the NOW and
LOG menu items
NOW
(Displays real-time values)
LOG
(Data recorded today, during the current
calendar year and since the inverter was
first commissioned)
GRAPH
Day characteristic
displays a plot showing the power output
during the day. The time axis is scaled automatically.
Press the 'Back' key to remove the display
GRAPH
GRAPH
Values displayed in the NOW menu item:
AC Output power (W)
AC Reactive power (V Ar)
AC Voltage (V)
AC Output current (A)
AC Frequency (Hz)
PV Array Voltage (V)
PV Array Current (A)
Time / date
Time and date on the inverter or in the Fronius Solar Net ring
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Values displayed in the LOG menu item:
(for today, during the current calendar year and since the inverter was started for the first
time)
AC Energy Yield (kWh / MWh)
Energy fed into the grid during the period in question
There may be discrepancies with values displayed on other measuring instruments because of differences in measuring methods. As far as the billing of the energy fed in is
concerned, the only binding display values are those produced by the calibrated measuring device provided by the electricity supply company.
AC Max. Output Power (W)
Largest amount of power fed into the grid during the period in question
Earnings
Amount of money earned during the period in question (currency can be selected in the
Setup menu)
Like the energy supplied figure, the yield figure may also exhibit discrepancies with other
measured values.
The 'Setup Menu' section explains how to select a currency and charge rate.
The factory setting depends on the respective country setup.
CO2 savings (g / kg)
CO2 emissions saved during the period in question
The value for CO2 savings depends on the power station facilities and corresponds to the
CO2 emissions that would be released when generating the same amount of energy. The
factory setting is 0.53 kg / kWh (source: DGS – Deutsche Gesellschaft für Sonnenenergie
e.V. (German Society for Solar Energy).
AC Max. Voltage L-N (V)
Highest voltage measured between the conductor and neutral conductor during the period in question
PV Array Max. Voltage (V)
Highest solar module voltage measured during the period in question
Operating Hours
Length of time the inverter has been working (HH:MM).
IMPORTANT! A prerequisite for the correct display of day and year values is that the time
is set correctly.
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SETUP menu item
Initial setting The inverter is pre-configured and ready to use. There is no need to enter any initial set-
tings before using it to feed energy into the grid, as this is a fully-automated process.
The SETUP menu item allows the initial settings of the inverter to be changed easily to
bring it in line, as closely as possible, with the preferences and requirements of the user.
SETUP
Navigating in the
SETUP menu item
Enter the SETUP menu item
Scrolling between the entries
Exiting an entry
SETUP
(Setup menu)
NOTE! As a result of software updates, you may find that your device has certain
functions that are not described in these operating instructions, or vice versa. Certain illustrations may also differ slightly from the actual controls on your device.
but these controls function in exactly the same way.
GRAPH
Menu level, 'SETUP' selected
In the menu level, use the 'Left' or
'Right' keys to select the 'SETUP'
menu item
Press the 'Enter' key
'Standby' entry
The first entry under the SETUP menu
item is displayed:
'Standby'
Example: 'WiFi Access Point' menu item
Use the 'Up' and 'Down' keys to move
between the available entries
GRAPH
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Relay
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If no key is pressed for 2 minutes,
- The inverter switches from wherever it is on the menu level back to the 'NOW' display
mode (exception: 'Standby' Setup menu entry),
- the display backlighting goes out.
- The amount of energy currently being fed in is displayed.
Setting entries on
the Setup menu,
general
Enter the SETUP menu item
Use the 'Up' or 'Down' keys to select the desired menu item
Press 'Enter'
To exit a menu entry, press the 'Back'
key
The menu level appears
GRAPH
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The first digit of a value to be set flashes:
The available settings are displayed:
Use the 'Up' or 'Down' keys to select
a value for the first digit
Press 'Enter'
The second digit of the value flashes.
Repeat steps 4 and 5 until ...
the whole value to be set flashes.
Press 'Enter'
Repeat steps 4 - 6 as required for
units or other values that are to be set
until the appropriate unit or the value
flashes.
Press the 'Enter' key to save and apply the changes.
To discard the changes, press the
'Esc' key.
Use the 'Up' or 'Down' keys to select
the desired setting
Press the 'Enter' key to save and apply the setting.
To discard the setting, press the 'Esc'
key.
The currently selected menu item is displayed.
The currently selected menu item is displayed.
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Application example: Setting
the time
Select 'Time / Date' from the Setup
menu
Press the 'Enter' key
An overview of the values that can be
changed is displayed.
Use the 'Up' or 'Down' keys to select
'Set time'
Press the 'Enter' key
The current time appears.
(HH:MM:SS, 24-hour clock),
the 'tens' digit for the hour will flash.
Use the 'Up' and 'Down' keys to select
a value for the 'tens' digit for the hour
Press the 'Enter' key
The 'units' digit for the hour will flash.
Repeat steps 5 and 6 for the 'units'
digit for the hour, for the minutes and
seconds until...
the set time starts flashing.
Press the 'Enter' key
The time is applied and the overview of
values that can be changed is displayed.
Press the 'Esc' key
The 'Time / Date' item on the Setup menu
appears.
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The Setup menu items
Standby Manual activation / deactivation of Standby mode
- No energy is fed into the grid.
- The Startup LED will show steady orange.
- In Standby mode, no other menu item at menu level can be accessed or adjusted.
- The automatic switchover into the 'NOW' display mode after 2 minutes of keyboard inactivity does not occur.
- Standby mode can only be terminated manually by pressing the 'Enter' key.
- Feeding energy into the grid can be resumed at any time (deactivate 'Standby').
Switching off Standby mode (manually switching off feeding energy into the grid):
Select the 'Standby' item
Press the 'Enter' key
'STANDBY' and 'ENTER' appear alternately on the display.
Standby mode is now active.
The Startup LED shows steady orange.
Resuming feeding energy into the grid:
'STANDBY' and 'ENTER' appear alternately on the display when in Standby mode.
Press the 'Enter' key to resume feeding energy into the grid
The 'Standby' menu item is displayed.
At the same time, the inverter enters the startup phase.
The operating state LED shows steady green when feeding energy into the grid has been
resumed.
WiFi Access
Point
For activating / deactivating the WLAN access point (e.g. to set up system monitoring)
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Setting range WiFi Access Point
[stopped]
Activate WiFi AP?
To activate the WLAN access point Press the 'Enter' key
WiFi Access Point
[active]
The SS-ID (SS) and password (PW) are displayed.
Deactivate WiFi AP?
To deactivate the WLAN access point Press the 'Enter'
key
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DATCOM Checking data communications, entering the inverter number, DATCOM night mode, pro-
tocol settings
Status
Indicates data communication is taking place via a Fronius Solar Net or that a data communications error has occurred
Inverter number
Sets the number (= address) of the inverter in a system with several solar inverters
Protocol type
Specifies the communications protocol to be used to transfer the data:
* The protocol type 'interface protocol' only functions when there is no Datamanager card
in the inverter. All Datamanager cards must be removed from the inverter.
USB Specification of values in conjunction with a USB stick
Safely remove hardware
To remove a USB stick from the USB A socket on the plug-in data communications card
without losing any data.
The USB stick can be removed:
- when the OK message appears
- when the 'Data transfer' LED stops flashing or comes on steady
Software Update
To update the inverter software via a USB stick.
Procedure:
Download the relevant update file 'froxxxxx.upd'
(e.g. from http://www.fronius.com; xxxxx stands for the version number)
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WiFi Access Point
[not available]
Displayed if there is no system monitoring present on the inverter.
Setting range Status / inverter number / protocol type
Setting range 00 - 99 (00 = 100th inverter)
Factory setting 01
IMPORTANT! If a number of inverters are linked together in a data communications system, assign a unique address to each one.
Setting range Fronius Solar Net / interface protocol *
Factory setting Fronius Solar Net
Setting range Safely remove hardware / Software update / Logging interval
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Save the update file to the highest data level of the USB stick
Open the data communication area
Plug the USB stick containing the update file into the USB socket in the data commu-
nication area
Select 'USB' from the Setup menu, followed by 'Update software'
Press the 'Enter' key
Wait until the version currently installed on the inverter and the new software version
are displayed for comparison:
- 1st page: Recerbo software (LCD), key controller software (KEY), country setup
version (Set)
- 2nd page: Power stage set software
Press the 'Enter' key after each page
The inverter starts copying the data.
'UPDATE' and the progress of storing the individual tests expressed in % are displayed until all the data for all the electronic modules has been copied.
Once copying is complete, the inverter updates the electronic modules as required in sequence.
'UPDATE', the affected modules and the update progress in % are displayed.
The final step is for the inverter to update the display.
The display remains dark for approx. 1 minute while the monitoring and status LEDs flash.
Once the software update is complete, the inverter enters its startup phase before going
on to start feeding energy into the grid. The USB stick can be unplugged.
When the inverter software is updated, any custom settings that were configured in the
Setup menu are retained.
IMPORTANT! In order for the logging function to work correctly the time must be set correctly.
NOTE! To successfully update the inverter software, the USB stick provided for
the purpose must not have a hidden partition or any encryption (see chapter "Suitable USB sticks").
Logging interval
Activate / deactivate the logging function and specify a logging interval
Unit Minutes
Setting range 30 min. / 20 min./ 15 min./ 10 min./ 5 min./ No log
Factory setting 30 min.
30 min. The logging interval is 30 minutes; every 30 minutes new log-
ging data will be saved on the USB stick.
20 min.
15 min.
10 min.
5 min. The logging interval is 5 minutes; every 5 minutes new logging
data will be saved on the USB stick.
No log No data is saved
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