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PVI-DESKTOP
Remote controller
INSTALLATION AND OPERATOR'S
MANUAL
Note: This document contains information that is the property of Power-One,
Inc. Reproduction, even partial, or transfer to third parties of the contents of this
document without the written consent of Power-One is strictly forbidden.
Model number: PVI-DESKTOP-yy-xx
Rev. 1.1
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Page 1: Remote Controller
Note: This document contains information that is the property of Power-One, Inc. Reproduction, even partial, or transfer to third parties of the contents of this document without the written consent of Power-One is strictly forbidden. Model number: PVI-DESKTOP-yy-xx Rev. 1.1... - Page 2 Installation and Operator's Manual (PVI-DESKTOP-yy-xx Rev: 1.1) TABLE OF REVISIONS Document Date Description of changes Revision 21/07/2009 First issue 29/12/2009 First revision KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
- Page 3 Installation and Operator's Manual (PVI-DESKTOP-yy-xx Rev: 1.1) INSTRUCTIONS FOR READING THE MANUAL This manual contains important instructions for safety and operation which must be understood and carefully followed during installation and maintenance of the equipment. In order to reduce the risk of damage and to be sure that the equipment is correctly installed and ready to operate, special safety symbols are used in the manual to highlight potential security risks or useful information.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ................. 6 AURORA INVERTERS................6 PVI-DESKTOP................... 6 AVAILABLE MODELS ................7 DESCRIPTION OF THE PVI-DESKTOP ......... 9 DESCRIPTION OF THE DEVICE............. 9 TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS............12 PACKAGING CONTENTS ..............13 GETTING STARTED..............15 FIRST RECHARGE OF THE BATTERY..........15 SELECTION OF INSTALLATION LOCATION ........ - Page 5 Installation and Operator's Manual (PVI-DESKTOP-yy-xx Rev: 1.1) FIRMWARE UPDATE...............31 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE..........32...
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Page 6: Introduction
TFT display, process and store a wealth of information covering the whole life of the photovoltaic or wind system. As well as all this, the PVI-DESKTOP can also communicate with other devices (e.g. normal home PCs) via a USB port and, ®... -
Page 7: Available Models
AURORA Personal Desktop Internet Computer Figure 1 – Simplified connection diagram for the PVI-DESKTOP AVAILABLE MODELS Several versions can be purchased and they differ by their features or added components. The various models are identified by the P/N: PVI-DESKTOP-yy-xx ®... - Page 8 Installation and Operator's Manual (PVI-DESKTOP-yy-xx Rev: 1.1) ® PVI-DESKTOP-IT model without Bluetooth peripheral and power supply/battery charger with Italian mains socket ® PVI-DESKTOP-BT-UK model with Bluetooth peripheral and power supply/battery charger with English mains socket...
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Page 9: Description Of The Pvi-Desktop
Installation and Operator's Manual (PVI-DESKTOP-yy-xx Rev: 1.1) DESCRIPTION OF THE PVI-DESKTOP DESCRIPTION OF THE DEVICE For proper use of the PVI-DESKTOP, you are recommended to look carefully at Figure 2 to learn how to identify all the parts of the object. - Page 10 Installation and Operator's Manual (PVI-DESKTOP-yy-xx Rev: 1.1) Figure 2 - Position of the components PVI-DESKTOP Docking station Holes for wall mounting Touch Screen display Multicolour LED status indicator ON/OFF Button RS485 communication port USB 2.0 communication port Reset button (internal) 10.
- Page 11 The following figure also illustrates the location of the internal components of the PVI-DESKTOP and the mechanical parts that make it up. The drawing is shown purely for information purposes, since any disassembly or operation on the electronics of the PVI-DESKTOP, including replacement of the Lithium battery, must be carried out by specialist staff.
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Page 12: Technical Characteristics
Installation and Operator's Manual (PVI-DESKTOP-yy-xx Rev: 1.1) TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS The technical characteristics of the PVI-DESKTOP display and remote control device are summarized in the following table. Inverter radio communication frequency 868.25 MHz, single channel with 500 kHz bandwidth Communication range with radiomodule... -
Page 13: Packaging Contents
(PVI-DESKTOP-yy-xx Rev: 1.1) PACKAGING CONTENTS Inside the packaging and in addition to the PVI-DESKTOP and its docking station, are some accessories, some of which have already been positioned in the PVI-DESKTOP. These accessories are indicated and recognisable from the following figure. - Page 14 It is the customer's responsibility to make a complaint with the carrier. Omission of this procedure may result in the loss of warranty service for any damage reported; Keep the PVI-DESKTOP's original packaging in a safe place; should it be sent for repair, it is necessary to use the original packaging.
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Page 15: Getting Started
2 months. SELECTION OF INSTALLATION LOCATION The PVI-DESKTOP can simply be placed on a flat surface or desk, or can be wall mounted. This is possible thanks to the docking station with supporting feet and... -
Page 16: Wall Mounting
Choosing the location carefully for wall mounting is essential for comfortable and easy reading of data. It is recommended the PVI-DESKTOP is not installed above or near heat sources (e.g. radiators, stoves or other sources of heat) to avoid damage to the object. -
Page 17: Installation On Desk
Installation and Operator's Manual (PVI-DESKTOP-yy-xx Rev: 1.1) The PVI-DESKTOP support base is designed to make it easy to remove the object even with the power or communication cables inserted. Moreover, if properly installed, the PVI-DESKTOP will be perfectly parallel to the wall chosen. -
Page 18: Radio Communication Test
OTHER PRELIMINARY OPERATIONS Before starting up the PVI-DESKTOP for the first time, make sure the Aurora inverters have been properly configured. Check that the PVI-RADIOMODULE card has been installed in the Aurora inverters, should activation of radio communication with the PVI-DESKTOP be desired. - Page 19 Installation and Operator's Manual (PVI-DESKTOP-yy-xx Rev: 1.1) WARNING: Connector 7. Figure 2 is reserved for use with special wiring for RS485 communication with Aurora inverters. Under no circumstances connect with any other device (Ethernet, telephone network or other) as it could lead to possible damage.
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Page 20: System Installation
(Radio or RS485). • Select the number of inverters that will be connected to the PVI-DESKTOP (from 1 to 6). • Select how often you want a data read refresh. The time is selectable from a minimum of 1 minute to a maximum of 15 minutes. - Page 21 Installation and Operator's Manual (PVI-DESKTOP-yy-xx Rev: 1.1) • If you decide to carry out the scan, the PVI-DESKTOP will begin to interrogate the various addresses until has found a number of inverters corresponding to the one set in the configuration process.
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Page 22: Description Of The Menu
DESCRIPTION OF THE MENU DEFAULT SCREEN The PVI-DESKTOP remains, by default, on an intuitive screen that summarizes the system's important data and operating status. The screen is shown in the figure below. Each inverter in the system is surrounded by a line indicating different states... -
Page 23: Menu
MENU You enter the main screen from the previous screens, by clicking on the menu key. The PVI-DESKTOP menu is divided into sections and each section has several sub- menus to view, set or change the settings of the object. -
Page 24: Pvi-Desktop Connections And Interfaces
• Info Menu In the sub-sections of this menu you can get information about the PVI-DESKTOP serial number and the firmware version installed. PVI-DESKTOP CONNECTIONS AND INTERFACES The PVI-DESKTOP is equipped with different types of connection and interface that connect it directly to the Aurora inverters or a traditional PC. -
Page 25: Usb Connector
USB CONNECTOR The connector to the USB 2.0 interface is located on one side of the PVI-DESKTOP. The connector is a USB mini B and is used with the cable supplied. The interface is designed to connect the device to a normal PC with a USB port. -
Page 26: Sd Card Slot
SD CARD SLOT The slot dedicated to the SD card is located at the bottom of the PVI-DESKTOP. When the card is not inserted or contains no recognisable data, this device shows an error message on the display which disappears only after the insertion of a correct SD card. -
Page 27: Reset Button
PVI-DESKTOP. NOTE: Even if it is not necessary to remove the SD card with the object switched off, we recommend the PVI-DESKTOP be switched off completely before carrying out this operation. RESET BUTTON... -
Page 28: Status Led
At the top right of the display there is a LED status indicator. This LED will take on different colours depending on the operating status of the PVI-DESKTOP. Figure 2 identifies the position of the LED. The following table is an aid to distinguishing the different states of operation, the corresponding colours and the corresponding operating states of the PVI-DESKTOP. - Page 29 Installation and Operator's Manual (PVI-DESKTOP-yy-xx Rev: 1.1) The PVI-DESKTOP is equipped with a resistive touch screen that allows easy and fast navigation through the menus without pressing a keyboard, etc. At the back (see Figure 2) there is a space where a stylus pen, for use to apply pressure on the screen, can be inserted.
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Page 30: System Operation
• STAND-BY MODE; in this mode the PVI-DESKTOP display will be off, but the object will be ready to react to a touch on the touch screen. The radio and RS485 peripherals are 100% operational. A flashing blue LED will indicate this state. -
Page 31: Firmware Update
(PVI-DESKTOP-yy-xx Rev: 1.1) FIRMWARE UPDATE The PVI-DESKTOP can be upgraded very simply. The first step is to download the latest available software directly from the website http:\\www.power-one.com\. The downloaded file will be in the following form 'xxxyyy.ben'. To update the PVI- DESKTOP, pull the SD card out (just a little pressure to pull it out) and insert it into an SD card reader connected to your PC. -
Page 32: Troubleshooting Guide
Installation and Operator's Manual (PVI-DESKTOP-yy-xx Rev: 1.1) TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Some of the most common problems encountered, their possible causes and solutions are shown below: Problem Possible cause Solution PVI- Battery completely flat Attach the power supply provided DESKTOP and check the LED is lit orange...
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