Xantrex GT100E User Manual

GT100E Wireless
Modem Option

Owner’s Manual

GT100E Wireless Modem
Option

Owner’s Manual

About Xantrex

Xantrex Technology Inc. is a world-leading supplier of advanced power electronics and controls with
products from 50 watt mobile units to one MW utility-scale systems for wind, solar, batteries, fuel cells,
microturbines, and backup power applications in both grid-connected and stand-alone systems. Xantrex
products include inverters, battery chargers, programmable power supplies, and variable speed drives
that convert, supply, control, clean, and distribute electrical power.

Trademarks

GT100E Wireless Modem Option is a trademark of Xantrex International. Xantrex is a registered
trademark of Xantrex International.

Other trademarks, registered trademarks, and product names are the property of their respective owners
and are used herein for identification purposes only.

Notice of Copyright

GT100E Wireless Modem Option Owner’s Manual© November 2004 Xantrex International. All rights
reserved.

Disclaimer

UNLESS SPECIFICALLY AGREED TO IN WRITING, XANTREX TECHNOLOGY INC.
(“XANTREX”)

(a) MAKES NO WARRANTY AS TO THE ACCURACY, SUFFICIENCY OR SUITABILITY OF
ANY TECHNICAL OR OTHER INFORMATION PROVIDED IN ITS MANUALS OR OTHER
DOCUMENTATION.

(b) ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR LOSS OR DAMAGE, WHETHER
DIRECT, INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL, WHICH MIGHT ARISE OUT OF
THE USE OF SUCH INFORMATION. THE USE OF ANY SUCH INFORMATION WILL BE
ENTIRELY AT THE USER’S RISK.

Date and Revision

November 2004 Revision A

Part Number

152524

Contact Information

Telephone: [phone] (toll free North America)

1 360 925 5097 (direct)

Fax: [phone] (toll free North America)

1 360 925 5143 (direct)
Email: [e-mail]
Web: www.xantrex.com

About This Manual

Purpose

The purpose of this Owner’s Manual is to provide explanat ion s an d
procedures for installing and configuring the GT100E Wireless Modem
Option.

Scope

The Manual provides safety guidelines, procedures for installing the
GT100E Wireless Modem Option, as well as information about
configuring the modem. It does not provide details about the GT100E
Grid Tie Inverter. You need to consult the GT100E Grid Tie Inverter
Installation Manual and GT100E Grid Tie Inverter Operation and
Installation Manual for this information.

Audience

The Manual is intended for anyone who needs to install and operate the
GT100E Wireless Modem Option. Installers should be certified
technicians or electricians.

Organization

This Manual is organized into three chapters:
Chapter 1, “Introduction”, Chapter 1 contains a description of the

Wireless Modem and lists the specifications and requirements needed to
use it.

Chapter 2, “Installation”, Chapter 2 contains procedures on how to de­energize the GT100E, remove the old telephone modem, install the new
Wireless Modem and re-energize the GT100E.

Chapter 3, “Configuration”, Chapter 3 describes how to configure the
Wireless Modem to establish communication with the GT100E and how
to set-up fault notification via the Xantrex Solar GUI.

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About This Manual

Conventions Used

The following conventions are used in this guide.

WARNING

Warnings identify conditions or practices that could result in personal injury or
loss of life

CAUTION

Cautions identify conditions or practices that could result in damage to the unit or
other equipment.

Important:

but not as serious as a caution or warning.

These notes describe things which are important for you to know,

Abbreviations and Acronyms

GSM - Global System for Mobile Communication

Related Information

You can find more information about Xantrex Technology Inc. as well as
its products and services at www.xantrex.com

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Important Safety Instructions

WARNING

This chapter contains important safety and operating instructions. Read and keep
this Owner’s Manual for future reference.

1. Before installing and using the GT100E Wireless Modem Option,
read all instructions and cautionary markings on the G T100E W ireless
Modem Option, GT100E Grid Tie Inverter, and all appropriate
sections of this manual.

2. Use only attachments recommended or sold by the manufacturer.
Doing otherwise may result in a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury
to persons.

3. To avoid a risk of fire and electric shock, make sure that existing
wiring is in good condition and that wire is not undersized. Do not
operate the GT100E Wireless Modem Option with damaged or
substandard wiring.

4. Do not operate the GT100E W irele ss Modem Option if it has received
a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way. If the
GT100E Wireless Modem Option is damaged, see the Warranty
section.

5. Do not disassemble the GT100E Wireless Modem Option. It contains
no user-serviceable parts. See Warranty for instructions on obtaining
service. Attempting to service the GT100E Wireless Modem Option
yourself may result in a risk of electrical shock or fire. Internal
capacitors remain charged after all power is disconnected.

6. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, disconnect both AC and DC
power from the GT100E Grid Tie Inverter before attempting any
maintenance or cleaning or working on any circuits connected to the
GT100E Wireless Modem Option. Turning off controls will not
reduce this risk.

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Contents

Important Safety Instructions
1

Introduction

Description of the Wireless Modem- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–2
Data Communication Specifications - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–2

Interface Requirements - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–2
GUI Requirements - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–2

2

Installation

Equipment Required - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–2
Isolation Procedure - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–2
Removing the Telephone Modem - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–3
Installing the Wireless Modem - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–4
Turn-On Procedure - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2–7

3

Configuration

Configuring the Wireless Modem - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -3–2

Warranty and Return Information

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