Page 1 Installation manual V.3.5.2 Solar-Log™...
Page 2 Publisher: Solare Datensysteme GmbH Fuhrmannstr. 9 72351 Geislingen-Binsdorf Germany International support Tel.:+49 7428 9418 -640 Fax:+49 7428 9418 -280 e-mail: support@solar-log.com Italy Technical support: +39 0471 631032 e-mail: italy-support@solar-log.com France Technical support: +33 97 7909708 e-mail: france-support@solar-log.com Switzerland Technical support: +41 565 355346 e-mail: switzerland-fl-support@solar-log.com...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Unit connections ......................18 Solar-Log 300 / Solar-Log 250 ..........................18 Solar-Log 1200 ................................20 Solar-Log 2000 ................................. 22 Optional Connections ....................24 Solar-Log™ GPRS ..............................24 Solar-Log™ Meter (Solar-Log 300 and 1200) ....................25 Solar-Log™ PM+ ................................. 28 Connector Assignments and Wiring ..............29...
Page 4 14.1.1 Instructions for connection through the PowerLine package ..............66 14.2 Initial installation Solar-Log 200, 250 and 300 ..................... 66 14.2.1 Carrying out the initial set up of the Solar-Log 200, 250 and 300............67 14.3 Initial set up of the Solar-Log 1200 ........................67 14.3.1 Carrying out the initial set up of the Solar-Log 1200 ..................
Page 5 Configuring connected devices ................87 18.1 Device definition ................................ 87 18.1.1 Configuring the device interface .......................... 87 18.2 Defining the Solar-Log™ Meter (only Solar-Log™ Meter) ................90 18.3 Device Detection ............................... 93 18.4 Configuring devices ..............................94 18.4.1 Configuring inverters ..............................94 18.4.2 Configuring power meters ............................
Page 6 24.2 Active power ................................145 24.2.1 Active power deactivated ............................146 24.2.2 Remote controlled active power reduction (only Solar-Log™ PM+) ............146 24.2.3 Remote controlled active power reduction with the calculation of self-consumption (only Solar- Log™ PM+) ...................................149 24.2.4 70% fixed reduction ..............................149 24.2.5 70% Fixed reduction with the calculation of self-consumption ...............150...
Page 7 USB menu ..................................175 26.8 Advanced settings menu ............................177 26.9 Error and Fault Messages on the Display ......................182 Notifications on the LCD Status Display (Solar-Log 250, 300, 1200 and 2000) ..........................183 27.1 Meaning of the symbols on the LCD display ....................183 27.1.1 Fault messages ................................
Page 8 28.2.6 Fault message e-mail transfer ..........................195 28.2.7 Portal Transfer Fault messages ..........................197 28.2.8 Fault messages Feed-in Management ........................197 28.2.9 Special cases .................................. 198 Disposal ..........................199 30 Technical Data ......................200 Appendix ........................204 31.1 Internet ports ................................. 204 31.2 Country specific inverter detection with Easy Installation.
Page 9: Introduction
The wiring for the inverters is described in detail in the Component Installation Manual The Solar-Log™ must only be used by persons who have fully read and understood this installation manual before installing, operating and/or servicing the device. Our product documentation is being constantly updated and expanded.
Page 10: Notes For The Firmware Update
Notes for the Firmware Update 2 Notes for the Firmware Update The following models may be updated to the Solar-Log Firmware Version 3.5.2: • Solar-Log 200 • Solar-Log 250 • Solar-Log 300 • Solar-Log 500 • Solar-Log 1000 • Solar-Log 1200 •...
Page 11: Updating From Firmware 2.X To 3.X
3 Updating from Firmware 2.x to 3.x The following note is for the Solar-Log 200, 500 and 1000 models when updating to firmware version 3.x. In order to update to 3.x, the Solar-Log™ must at least be running firmware version 2.x. The latest firmware can be downloaded from our website: http://www.solar-log.com/de/service-support/firmware.html.
Page 12: Safety Information
This manual is intended for solar energy technicians and qualified electricians who are installing a Solar-Log 250 (read the additional information below), 300, 1200 and 2000, wiring them to inverters, con- figuring them to operate in particular systems, and putting them into operation.
Page 13: Hazard Classes
Safety information Hazard Classes The safety instructions in this document are represented with standard signs and symbols. Two classes of risk are identified, depending on their probability of occurrence and the seriousness of their consequences. Danger! Indicates an imminently hazardous situation to life Non-compliance with this warning can lead to severe and irreversible injuries or death Caution! Indicates an imminently hazardous situation to people, or a risk of material damage...
Page 14: Electric Current
Before picking up the component, ground yourself by holding the protective conduc- tor (PE) or the unpainted part of the inverter housing. Caution! Damage to the electrical components of the Solar-Log™ due to the wiring of the Solar- Log™! Switch the Solar-Log™ off;...
Page 15: Package Contents
Report any damage or missing parts to the forwarding agent and dealer immediately. The unit is supplied with the following components: • Solar-Log™ basic unit • 2x cover panels to be fitted to the top and bottom of the unit to protect the connections and reset button •...
Page 16: Wall Mounting
Suitable wall plugs and screws are supplied for wall mounting. Please remember that an electrical outlet and a local network connection are required near the Solar-Log™ in order for it to operate. GPRS and WiFi models do not require the network connection.
Page 17 Wall mounting Note! concerning Solar-Log™ GPRS The SIM card should be inserted before attaching the unit, as the insertion slot will no longer be accessible after wall mounting. • Fasten the housing with the screws • Cable feed through – top and/or bottom covers.
Page 18: Unit Connections
S0 con- nection. USB connection. Suitable for USB sticks. Not suitable for a connection to a PC S0-IN S0 pulse input for connection to an external power meter. *Only the Solar-Log 300 is equipped with this connection.
Page 19 Unit connections Bottom connections Fig.: Bottom connections Solar-Log 300 Solar-Log 300 / Solar-Log 250 RS485/422 - B RS485 interface, 6 pin: Connection for inverters and additional accessories Power 12 V 12 volt DC input Network Ethernet network interface, 10/100 Mbit...
Page 20: Solar-Log 1200
Unit connections Solar-Log 1200 Top connections Fig.: Top Connections Solar-Log 1200 Solar-Log 1200 S0-Out S0 pulse output for con- S0-IN necting to a large external display. S0 pulse input for connection to an external power meter. Please note the connection characteris- tics of the S0 connection.
Page 21 Unit connections Bottom connections Fig.: Top Connections Solar-Log 1200 Solar-Log 1200 Relay Relay with change-over contact RS485 - A RS485 interface, 4 pin: Connection for inverters and/or accessories (inac- tive if the optional Blue- tooth interface is used) RS485/422 - B...
Page 22: Solar-Log 2000
Unit connections Solar-Log 2000 Top connections Fig.: Top Connections Solar-Log 2000 Solar-Log 2000 S0-Out S0 pulse output for con- S0-IN necting to a large external screen. S0 pulse input for connection to an external power meter. Please note the connection characteris- tics of the S0 connection.
Page 23 Unit connections Bottom connections Fig.: Top Connections Solar-Log 2000 Solar-Log 2000 Relay Relay with change-over contact RS485 - A RS485 interface, 4 pin: Connection for inverters and/or accessories (inac- tive if the optional Blue- tooth interface is used) RS485/422 - B...
Page 24: Optional Connections
Solar-Log™ GPRS Antenna connection and SIM card slot In addition to the connections on the standard Solar-Log™, the Solar-Log™ GPRS model with an integrated GPRS modem has a SIM card slot and a screw connection for an antenna. •...
Page 25: Solar-Log™ Meter (Solar-Log 300 And 1200)
Solar-Log™ Meter (Solar-Log 300 and 1200) The Solar-Log Meter version of the Solar-Log™ has an integrated interface to connect up to six current transformers (CTs). This optional Meter interface makes it possible to measure generating units (produc- tion meter) and consumption from individual appliances.
Page 26: Fig.: Two 6-Pin Terminal Block Connectors For The Meter Interface
2x2 Phases + 2x1 Phase • 1x2 Phases + 4x1 Phase The current transformers have to be connected to the Meter interface with the secondary side. Fig.: Two 6-pin terminal block connectors for the Meter interface Solar-Log™ Meter 1 Interface Description Label Current transformer...
Page 27 Characteristics of the Meter interface The current transformer may not exceed a maximum output or secondary current of 200 mA. The input / rated current is calculated by the maximum amount of power that is to be measured and has to be select- ed for each measuring point.
Page 28: Solar-Log™ Pm
Optional Connections Solar-Log™ PM+ Fig.: 6-pin PM+ interface Assignment Description Control voltage for active power control D_IN_1 Control input 1 D_In_2 Control input 2 D_In_3 Control input 3 D_In_4 Control input 4 Control voltage for reactive power reduction...
Page 29: Connector Assignments And Wiring
If you want to connect several inverters to Solar-Log™, you need suitable cables and connectors to connect the inverters to each other. • For each connection to the Solar-Log™ (RS485 - A and RS485/422 - B or - C) a separate cable must be used. •...
Page 30: Rs485-A (Only Solar-Log 1000, 1200 And 2000)
Connector Assignments and Wiring Fig.: Terminal block connector with ferrules 10.2 RS485-A (only Solar-Log 1000, 1200 and 2000) Use the provided terminal block connectors when connecting inverters or accessories to the RS485 A interface. Fig.: 4-pin Terminal block connector RS485 - A...
Page 31: Rs485/422 - B
Connector Assignments and Wiring 10.3 RS485/422 - B Use the provided terminal block connectors when connecting inverters or accessories to the RS485/422 - B interface. Fig.: 6-pin Terminal block connector RS485/422 - B Assignments RS485 Assignments RS422 Data + T/RX+ 12 V Ground Ground...
Page 32: Rs485/422 - C (Only Solar-Log 2000)
Connector Assignments and Wiring 10.4 RS485/422 - C (only Solar-Log 2000) Use the provided terminal block connectors when connecting inverters or accessories to the RS485/422 C interface. Fig.: 6-pin Terminal block connector RS485/422 C Assignments RS485 Assignments RS422 Data +...
Page 33: S0 Out In (S0-Out And S0-In)
Fig.: Schematic diagram of the S0 output Note! We recommend not using the S0 output for sending current feed amount response sig- nals to your grid operator. Due to the internal calculating processes of the Solar-Log™, there would be a delay in sending the pulses.
Page 34: S0-In
Connector Assignments and Wiring 10.5.2 S0-IN The S0 In interface is a hardware interface used for recording measurement values from power meters. Use the supplied terminal block connector for the connection to the Solar-Log™. Fig.: 4-pin Terminal block connector S0-IN...
Page 35: Fig.: 4-Pin Terminal Block Connector
Connector Assignments and Wiring 10.6 PM+ The Solar-Log™ PM+ models come with a 6-pin PM+ interface on the top side of the Solar-Log The interface has been designed to link the ripple control receivers or telecontrol plants with potential-free signal contacts. Up to two ripple control receivers can be connected. This allows the commands from grid operators for active and reactive power to be interpreted.
Page 36: Connecting The Inverters
Always read the manufacturer-specific instructions for connecting the data cable. You will find these in- structions in the manufacturer's documentation. However, when assigning the inverter wiring on the Solar-Log™, follow the instructions in this manual, oth- erwise the inverters will not be detected by Solar-Log™.
Page 37: Switch Off The Inverters And The Solar-Log
Switch off the inverters and the Solar-Log™. Switching inverters off Before a making a cable connection between the Solar-Log™ and the connections inside the inverter and before installing an interface card in the inverter, always turn off all of the inverters first.
Page 38: Connecting Accessories
Solar-Log™. • The sensors are connected to the Solar-Log™ via the RS485 interface parallel to the inverter bus or via a free RS485 interface. Please pay attention to the notes in the component database. Sensors cannot be connected to the same bus with some inverters.
Page 39 4 (Data -) Orange: Data - Installation When the Solar-Log™ is switched on, the sensor is also automatically powered. Then the Sensor Basic and Professional have to be configured to the desired RS485 interface: • Select the "Mencke&Tegtmeyer" sensor via the device definition according to the device class and manufacturer.
Page 40: Sensor Box Professional Plus
Solar-Log™ to calculate the deviations in the current output compared to the potential output. Up to 9 Sensor Box Professional Pluses can be connected to the Solar-Log™. The solar radiation sensor must be fitted in such a way that the sensor's solar cell and the plant's modules are aligned as similarly as possible to the sun, i.e.
Page 41 The connection cable between the Sensor Box Professional Plus and the Solar-Log consists of 4 wires and includes the 12 volt power supply and the data connection to the Solar-Log The cable shielding must be connected with an equipotential bonding system.
Page 42 4 (Data -) Orange: Data - B Installation When the Solar-Log™ is switched on, the Sensor Box Professional Plus is also automatically powered. Then the Sensor Box Professional Plus must be configured to the desired RS485 interface: • Select "M&T Sensor" and the corresponding bus for the initial configuration.
Page 43: Ripple Control Receiver
Wiring The relay contacts for the ripple control receiver are connected to the Solar-Log™ PM+ via the 6 pin PM+ interface on the top side of the Solar-Log™. Fig.: 6-pin PM+ interface The ripple control receivers used by grid operators utilize various numbers of relays.
Page 44: Large External Displays
Connecting accessories 12.4 Large External Displays Large external displays can be connected to the Solar-Log™ via two interfaces: • Connection via RS485 • S0 pulse output The connection via RS485 is preferred Cable lengths can be up to 1000 meters and the data which is dis- played on the Solar-Log™...
Page 45 Further information about the connection can be obtained from the manufacturer of the display. Pulse factor In the standard setting, Solar-Log™ sends 1000 pulses/kWh over the S0 output. The pulse factor must be configured according to the size of the plant (kWp) in the...
Page 46: External Power Meter
The impulse factor in the Solar-Log™ and the connected device has to be identical. 12.5 External power meter External power meters can be connected to every Solar-Log™ model via the S0 input and/or the RS-485 bus. Solar-Log™ devices have a varying number of SO inputs: S0 inputs Solar-Log™...
Page 47 Connecting accessories External power meters/accumulating meters With multiple phase meters, a basic distinction is made between phase-exact and accumulating meters. Accumulating meters provide the total values from all three phases. The meter calculates the total output (also to and from the grid) of the individual phases and provides this total as a single value. In the example: Phase 1 supplies 3 kW via an inverter (single phase).
Page 48: Wiring For S0 Meter
Power meter Solar-Log™ Assignment Place a cable bridge between pin 3 and 4 on the Solar-Log™. The maximum cable length between the power meter and Solar-Log™ is 10 meters. Wiring for Inepro 75D meter via S0 Article Number: 255420 Inepro 75D Power meter Solar-Log™...
Page 49 Inepro 1250D Power meter Solar-Log™ Assignment Pin 9 - S0+ Pin 8 - S0- Place a cable bridge between pin 3 and 4 on the Solar-Log™. Wiring for Iskra WS0021 meter via S0 Article Number: 255346 Iskra WS0021 Power meter Solar-Log™...
Page 50: Wiring For Rs485 Meter
Configu- ration | Device | Configuration. 12.7 Wiring for RS485 meter The meter's RS485 output can be connected to any RS485 interface (A, B and C) on the Solar-Log™. Overview • 2-pin wiring. • The communication address does not have to be assigned.
Page 51 Note! Inepro 1250D All three phases have to be connected for the Solar-Log™ to accurately detect the meter. If an Inepro 1250D is used, the PRG button on the meter must be pressed and held down during entire detection process.
Page 52 This address is therefore not allowed to be used for other devices. After the configuration, the display on the Inepro meter alternates between the meter status and the address display (ID=EA). This can be used to check if Solar-Log™ has cor- rectly detected the meter.
Page 53: Installation Utility Meter / Janitza Umg 104 (Only Solar-Log 1000 And 2000)
12.8 Installation Utility Meter / Janitza UMG 104 (only Solar-Log 1000 and 2000) The Solar-Log™ Utility Meter is a universal metering device. It can be integrated in both low- and medium- voltage networks (via a transformer) and is needed for various functions: •...
Page 54: Fig.: Utility Meter Connection Diagram For Voltage Measurements In Low-Voltage Power Grids
Connecting accessories Connecting the Utility Meter to the power grid Fig.: Utility Meter connection diagram for voltage measurements in low-voltage power grids Fig.: Utility Meter connection diagram for voltage measurements with current transformers (medium volt- age)
Page 55: Fig.: Utility Meter Connection Diagram For Current Measurements With Current Transformers
Connecting accessories Fig.: Utility Meter connection diagram for current measurements with current transformers Procedure • Enter the supply voltage into the Utility Meter Note! We recommend using a fuse to safeguard the connection lines for the supply voltage. Please follow the instructions in the Janitza UMG 104 manual. Note! Supply voltages that do not correspond to the specifications on the rating plate can cause malfunctions and damage the device.
Page 56 The measurement voltage must in effect be at least 10V or an exact measurement is not possible. • Connect the Utility Meter to the RS485 bus of the Solar-Log™ according to the following diagram: Wiring the Utility Meter Terminal block connec- Utility meter tor RS485 Solar-Log™...
Page 57: Solar-Log™ Smart Relay Box
0.25 A @ 240 V 1 A @ 30V 0.3 A @ 110V Procedure • Connect the Relay Box to the RS485 bus of the Solar-Log™ according to the following diagram: Relay Box Wiring Terminal block connec- Relay Box tor RS485 Solar-Log™...
Page 58: Fig.: Smart Relay Box Relay Output (Change-Over Contact) Diagram
RS485 interface. The Relay Box requires its own separate RS485 bus. It is possible to combine the Utility Meter with sensors. Note! The Solar-Log™ Smart Relay Box cannot be connected together with PM+ packages on a Solar-Log™. Relay output assignments Fig.: Smart Relay Box relay output (change-over contact) diagram...
Page 59: Wemo Insight Switch
Configuration | Devices | Detection menu. 10. The connection is now established. Note! A direct connection between the Solar-Log™ WiFi and WeMo is not possible. The Solar-Log™ has to be connected to a router via a LAN cable or to be in a network.
Page 60: Allnet Network Power Socket
10. After adjusting the networks settings for the network power sockets, change the values for your computer's networking settings back to the original values. The configuration is then finished. Note! To ensure functionality with the Solar-Log™, the ALL3075v3 still has to be set to remote control in the Allnet socket configuration.
Page 61 Connecting accessories Connecting the Allnet network power socket to the Solar-Log™ The Allnet socket has to be defined with the device detection function to connect to the Solar-Log™. From Configuration | Devices | Definition the WEB interface of the Solar-Log™ go to and select the device class "Switch"...
Page 62: Other Connections
13 Other connections 13.1 Alarm contact (only Solar-Log 1000 and 2000) The Solar-Log 1000 and 2000 have an alarm contact which is triggered if the connection is broken. This function can be used for various applications: • Anti-theft protection for the modules or inverters •...
Page 63: Relay (Only Solar-Log 1000, 1200 And 2000)
Other connections 13.2 Relay (only Solar-Log 1000, 1200 and 2000) The Solar-Log™ has a potential-free control relay, which is activated under the following conditions: • Alarm contact triggered • Active power reduction activated • Optimization of self-consumption The relay may be loaded with a maximum of 24 V DC and 2 A.
Page 64: Usb
WEB interface. The acknowledgment is automatic once the notifications have been loaded. 13.3 USB Solar-Log™ 300, 1000, 1200 and 2000 have a USB connection. This USB connection can only be used for USB sticks and not for a direct PC connection. Note! When a USB stick is connected, the Solar-Log™...
Page 65: Installation
• Connection through a wireless network (Solar-Log™ WiFi) If the Solar-Log™ is operated via a router, ensure that the necessary ports have been activated (see Chap- ter „Internet-Ports“). Since the Solar-Log™ obtains its IP address while booting, it needs to be connected to the network before...
Page 66: Instructions For Connection Through The Powerline Package
The Solar-Log™ may not be connected directly to a TNV (Telecommunication Network Voltage) circuit. 14.2 Initial installation Solar-Log 200, 250 and 300 The Solar-Log 200, 250 and 300 devices are configured completely from a connected PC or laptop. Requirements •...
Page 67: Carrying Out The Initial Set Up Of The Solar-Log 200, 250 And 300
System (Chapter 22 on page 124) 14.3 Initial set up of the Solar-Log 1200 The initial configuration of Solar-Log 1200 can be made via a Web browser or via the touch display. See Chapter 26.4.1 for details on configuring the device.
Page 68: Carrying Out The Initial Set Up Of The Solar-Log 1200
Web browser. All of the device connections need to 1200 be established and it is best to connect the Solar-Log 2000 to an Internet router. All settings made at the initial startup can be changed at a later time.
Page 69: Starting The Configuration
Installation 14.5 Starting the configuration The various options to open the main menu of the Solar-Log™ are listed below: Device URL • Start the web browser • Enter http://solar-log in the address bar and press the ENTER key • The main menu of the Solar-Log™ is displayed...
Page 70: Fig.: Solar-Log™ Model Tag
Start the web browser • Enter http://solar-log-wxyz in the address bar and press the ENTER key Here wxyz stands for the last 4 digits from serial number of the Solar-Log™. The serial number is printed on the model tag. •...
Page 71: Using The Browser Menu
The sections Yield data and Diagnostic are described in the user manuals of the respective models. The browser menu has various operation menus. Fig.: Layout of the main menu In the Solar-Log™ manuals, the following convention is used in describing how to navigate the menu. Main menu | Left Navigation | Tab For example:...
Page 72: Fig.: Control Elements In The Browser Menu
Installation Control elements The following control elements are used in the browser menu: Control elements in the browser menu Control element Meaning Text field Text field with incorrect or missing entry Drop-down selection list Virtual switch deactivated and activated The question mark boxes display additional informa- tion Check boxes...
Page 73: Main Menu
Main menu 15 Main menu The main menu is divided into the following sections: • Configuration • Diagnostics • Yield data User Manual The sections Diagnostics and Yield data are described in the...
Page 74: Configuration Menu
Requests and control commands are sent to the inverters, battery systems and intel- ligent appliances via the network interface. For this reason, the network should always be available (24/7). If the Solar-Log™ is connected via WiFi, we recommend deactivating the overnight shutdown function.
Page 75: Ethernet
The Subnet mask is 255.255.255.0 by default and must be the same for every device in the subnet. Gateway The gateway is typically the IP address of the router to which Solar-Log™ is connected. That IP address is to be entered here.
Page 76: Gprs (Only Solar-Log™ Gprs)
DNS server. Save Once finished, click on 16.3 GPRS (only Solar-Log™ GPRS) Fig.: GPRS settings In many cases where no DSL or telephone connection is available, a GPRS mobile network is the only op- tion to connect to the Internet to send e-mails, text messages (SMS) and data to the homepage.
Page 77 If this option is activated, the GPRS modem is continuously connected to the service provider. This setting is only recommended for flat-rate data plans. Roaming allowed By activating the roaming function, the Solar-Log™ can also connect to other mobile networks when the home network is unavailable.
Page 78 Configuration Menu Note! Activating the roaming function could potentially result in enormous additional costs. PUK entry SIM PUK A locked SIM card can be unlocked in the menu. Enter the PUK code / super PIN of the SIM card and then go to Send Caution! After sending the PUK code / super PIN, the PIN of the SIM card is reset to the one de-...
Page 79: General Information About Gprs Devices
Caution! Only remove the SIM card after the Solar-Log™ has been turned off. Removing the SIM card during normal operation may cause a card defect. Corrosion on the SIM card contact points is an indication that the installation location does conform to the...
Page 80: Wifi (Only Solar-Log Wifi)
Configuration Menu 16.4 WiFi (only Solar-Log WiFi) Fig.: WiFi settings The Solar-Log™ WiFi models are equipped to be connected in a wireless local area network. Status section The WiFi function can be switched on and off with the Activate WiFi function.
Page 81 Once the search is completed, the wireless networks found are listed and can be selected from the SSID. The Solar-Log™ automatically switches to the encryption used by this network. If the network name is hid- den ("Hidden SSID"), the Access Point is not displayed by the network scan. In this case, enter the network name and security key.
Page 82: Proxy
Configuration | System activated under The proxy settings need to be configured in the Solar-Log™ to enable Internet communication via the proxy server. Proxy servers are typically used in the networks of organizations and companies. The data transfer only refers to the FTP transfer.
Page 83: Internet Configuration
• Export • Backup 17.1 Access type The type of Internet access that the Solar-Log™ uses to connect to a portal or server is adjusted in this tab. Procedure • Select the type of Internet Access Selection options: Network Router (DSL, cable, WiFi)
Page 84: E-Mail
E-mail settings section Enter the settings for sending e-mail via the Solar-Log™'s e-mail client in this section. The data for the boxes SMTP Server, SMTP user name, SMTP password and sender is in the confirmation message from the portal registration.
Page 85: Text Message (Sms)
In this section, the e-mail settings can be tested and the information from the last sent e-mail displayed. 17.4 Text message (SMS) The Solar-Log™ text message (SMS) program sends customized messages with any of the following con- tent: • Daily yield overview •...
Page 86: Export
FTP server access data. • An FTP directory only has to be entered here if the Solar-Log™ homepage is not to be located di- rectly in the main directory of your homepage. Otherwise, this box can be left empty.
Page 87: Configuring Connected Devices
Configuring connected devices 18 Configuring connected devices Configuration | Devices From the menu , the PV plant components connected to the Solar-Log™ can be • defined • detected • and configured. We recommend the following procedures for new installations: •...
Page 88: Fig.: Adding Components
Caution: Using different manufacturers on the same serial bus may cause communication problems. Only the network interface (Ethernet) can have multiple assignments according to our component database at www.solar-log.com. If the device class is correct, confirm the selection with OK. Define additional connected device classes as described.
Page 89: Fig.: Overview Of The Selected Components
Configuring connected devices Fig.: Overview of the selected components From the overview, there is the option to check whether the settings are correct and, if need be, adjust or delete them with the symbols. (The symbols are only displayed by moving the mouse over the components.) Additionally, the following is displayed in the overview of the device interfaces: •...
Page 90: Defining The Solar-Log™ Meter (Only Solar-Log™ Meter)
Input definition • Reference voltage The Operating Mode section describes the setting for the various operating modes of the Solar-Log™ Meter and is to be selected in the Device Definition before Device Detection. (See figure "Operating mode Solar-Log™ Meter)“ Fig.: Device definition for the Solar-Log™ Meter...
Page 91 Solar-Log™ • or set in the box reference voltage [V]. If the Solar-Log™ does not receive voltage values from the inverters (for example during night), an average value is calculated and used. By activating the...
Page 92: Fig.: Solar-Log™ Meter Operating Mode
Here the six current transformers are combined together as four meters. • 6x1 phase stands for the recording of six single-phase appliances. Six meters are displayed in this mode. • The other modes can be used for other measuring combinations. Fig.: Solar-Log™ Meter Operating Mode...
Page 93: Device Detection
During the Device Detection process, all of the predefined components in the Device Definition menu which are connected to the Solar-Log™ interfaces are searched for and recognized. During the Device De- tection process, the Solar-Log™'s internal data structure is prepared for these devices.
Page 94: Configuring Devices
Configuring connected devices 18.4 Configuring devices After the Device Detection has been successfully completed, the detected devices have to be defined Configuration | Devices | Configuration in the menu. Depending on the device, different settings might be needed for the configuration. Procedure: •...
Page 95: Configuring Power Meters
Configuring connected devices • for every needs to be entered if the inverter has several generator power tracker MPP track- ers. • IA distinct name can be assigned to every generator/MPP tracker in the Label box. • SAVE the settings 18.4.2 Configuring power meters An operating mode needs to be assigned to power meters to configure them.
Page 96: Configuring Sensors
Configuring connected devices 18.4.3 Configuring sensors Under sensors, the configuration only comprises of activating other sensors. Procedure: • Ambient Temperature Wind activate Use the and/or button to the sensors. • If needed, make assignments to the module field. • SAVE the settings.
Page 97: Configuring Ego Smart Heaters
Example: If the rotary switch is set to 40°C and the Solar-Log™ to 60°C, the settings from the Solar-Log™ will be ignored and the value from the rotary switch will be applied. The range for the rotary switch has to be set higher so that the Solar-Log™...
Page 98: Configuring Idm Heat Pumps
Configuring connected devices 18.4.6 Configuring IDM Heat Pumps IDM heat pumps can be selected from the drop-down menu from the Device Configuration menu and con- figured accordingly. Procedure: • Select the IDM heat pumps from the drop-down menu under devices. •...
Page 99: Keba-Stromladestation Konfigurieren
Solar-Log™ to consume the defined maximum power levels without any restrictions, regardless of the production or surplus levels. If a wall switch has not been installed, the Solar-Log™ configuration defined for the current limiting functi- on can be set to „always charge.“ This also allows for charging according to the defined maximum power...
Page 100 Configuring connected devices...
Page 101: Module Fields
Configuring connected devices 18.4.8 Module Fields Each connected MPP tracker is assigned to a module field. Module fields are subdivided according to the type of the solar module, angles of inclination and alignment. If all modules within a system are of the same type and have the same alignment, only one module field, e.g.
Page 102: Battery
Configuring connected devices 18.6 Battery The following configuration options are available for connected batteries from the Battery menu (it only appears when a battery is connected). • Battery size Enter the battery size in Wh in this box. • Consumption meter includes battery charge This box enables recording the battery charges from the consumption meter.
Page 103: Configuring Plant Data
The general plant information is to be entered in the plant information menu. This tab is only displayed when Export and Backup is activated. These values need to be entered in the portal when the Solar-Log™ WEB "Commercial Edition" or Solar-Log™ WEB Classic 2nd Edition is used.
Page 104: Plant Groups
19.2 Plant groups Since the Solar-Log™ can manage up to 100 inverters at the same time, it is helpful to divide these invert- ers into groups. To provide a clearer overview, these groups are then shown in all selection dialog boxes.
Page 105: Defining The Pv Plant's Forecast Data
In the forecast, Solar-Log™ also takes account of the yields in all previous years, and in this way can allow for local weather events (in most cases, snow in December). The yearly forecast is therefore usually fairly accurate by September.
Page 106: Defining The Feed-In Tariff
The electricity prices are entered in an extra tab. The Solar-Log™ calculates the amount of power fed into the grid based on the inverter information.
Page 107: Fig.: Tariff - Tariff Settings
To implement this function, the Solar-Log™ requires an additional consumption meter. In this mode, the electricity price needs to be defined in an extra tab. The feed-in tariff has to be defined as zero (0). The Solar-Log™...
Page 108 Configuring Plant Data The following settings based on the market integration model 90/10 are displayed as an example in the illustration "Tariff - Tariff settings:" • Date (when the calculation is applied). • Amount (the amount set for the 90% share). •...
Page 109: Configuring Notifications
• Deviation from target power E-mail The e-mail addresses can be entered in the box. The Solar-Log™ sends all e-mail notifications to these e- mail addresses. SMS (only with GPRS) A mobile number can be entered in the box. The text message (SMS) is then sent to this mobile number.
Page 110: Device Notifications
Configuring Notifications 20.2 Device notifications If certain status or fault codes occur, Solar-Log™ can send messages by e-mail or text message (SMS). The Solar-Log™ retrieves fault messages from the connected inverters. Therefore, the status and fault codes can vary depending on the inverters installed.
Page 111 Configuring Notifications Filter status and fault codes section The default setting is that messages are sent for all fault codes. Custom limits to sending notifications can be configured in this section. The status and fault messages that do not have any influence on the inverter operation can be filtered out with this function.
Page 112: Yield
Configuring Notifications Save all When using this button, all of the settings are saved for all of the detected devices. Using the same settings for several or all of the devices is a good idea when these devices also have the same status and error codes.
Page 113: Alarm (Only Solar-Log 1000 And 2000)
20.4 Alarm (only Solar-Log 1000 and 2000) The Solar-Log™ continuously monitors its internal alarm contact. If this contact is opened, it sets off an Alarm alarm which can be indicated in various ways. In the tab, the alarm contact can be activated and different types of notification can be configured.
Page 114 Configuring Notifications Procedure • Select the device that is to be monitored • Select the Performance Monitoring mode. Select per MPP tracker or for the total of all of the MPP trackers. There is also the option to deacti- vate the performance monitoring. •...
Page 115 Configuring Notifications Save When using this button, the settings for the device selected as the device are saved. Save multiple When using this button, a selection box appears from which other devices can be added by checking them. Save all When using this button, all of the settings are saved for all of the detected devices.
Page 116: Editing Data
Initial yield This function manually imports initial yields from previous recorded daily data into the Solar-Log. This is useful any time that a large amount of data has to be changed and would take too long with the "Data cor- rection"...
Page 117: Data Correction
The system data consist of all the data that have been saved in the configuration. It is recommended al- ways to make a backup of the system data before changing the configuration or updating the firmware. Restoring configuration from hard disk section This function imports the configuration file from the solarlog_config.dat file into the Solar-Log™. Procedure •...
Page 118 The solarlog_config_YYMMDD.dat file is saved in the /Backup directory of the USB stick. YYMMDD = year, month and day - each two digits, e.g. solarlog_config_161212.dat is then the backup from 12 December 2016. • The configuration file can be saved elsewhere as a backup or imported into the Solar-Log™ again.
Page 119: Backup
RESTORE. • Backup files are searched for on the USB stick that is directly connected to the Solar-Log™ First it looks in the main directory of the USB stick for solarlog_config.dat, then it looks in the / backup directory. And lastly it looks in the backup directory for solarlog_config_YYMMDD.dat.
Page 120 The solarlog_backup_YYMMDD.dat file is saved in the /Backup directory of the USB stick. YYMMDD = year, month and day - each two digits, e.g. solarlog_backup_161212.dat is then the backup from 12 December 2016. The Solar-Log™ backup can be copied to another storage medium or imported into the Solar-Log™ again.
Page 121: Reset
Resetting the yield data section In certain circumstances after an inverter detection, it may occur that incorrect or unusable data is dis- played. In this case, the stored data can be deleted without having to reconfigure the Solar-Log complete- Procedure •...
Page 122 • The data and inverter configuration are deleted. • The Solar-Log™ reboots itself. Restore factory settings section This function restores the Solar-Log™ to its factory settings. All of the yield data and configuration is de- leted. Procedure • Click on RESET.
Page 123: System Configuration
Displaying advanced configuration Access protection for the display (only Solar-Log 1000, 1200 and 2000) A pin code can be activated to restrict access to the Solar-Log™'s display. The pin code may contain a maximum of 8 numerical digits. Access at the display can be restricted for the entire display or just the settings section.
Page 124: Language/Country/Time
Time section Solar-Log™ has an integrated real-time clock which can maintain the clock time even in the case of a power failure or grid disconnection, and for a long period (50 days). The clock time is factory-set, but it may be lost due to long periods of storage.
Page 125 To automatically synchronize the system time, the Solar-Log™ regularly contacts a network time protocol (NTP) server. If the Solar-Log™ is connected to the Internet via a router, the synchronization occurs during the night. With a GPRS connection, the time synchronization occurs during a data transfer.
Page 126: Display
Dimming when all of the inverters are offline When this function is active, the Solar-Log™ automatically dims when all of the inverters are offline (no more power feed). The Solar-Log automatically resumes from the sleep the next morning and starts re- cording again.
Page 127: Licenses
System Configuration 22.4 Licenses Certain Solar-Log™ functions have to be activated by entering a license code. You receive a license certifi- cate after purchasing a license for a particular function. The licenses are always linked to the serial number of the particular Solar-log™ and can only be used with the device with this serial number.
Page 128 Check for Update from USB With this function, the Solar-Log™ checks the USB stick connected directly to the device if a new version is available. When this function is used, the progress and status of the update are displayed •...
Page 129 System Configuration Automatic Firmware Updates With this function, the Solar-Log™ regularly checks the firmware servers to see if a new version is available. When a new version is available, it is automatically downloaded and installed during the night. Note! By activating this function, you give Solare Datensysteme GmbH permission to auto- matically load minor updates.
Page 130: Smart Energy
The following selection manufacturers are available: • AllNet • Belkin • Gude • Solar-Log • After that, the Type has to be defined. Depending on the selected manufacturer, all of the sup- ported models can be selected here. • Allnet: •...
Page 131: Smart Energy Switching Groups
The switch contacts for the switching groups can be added in this section and new switching groups can be created and configured. Switching contacts in the switching groups are activated by the Solar-Log™. Unassigned contacts are only recorded – as long as the values can be recorded (depends on the hardware).
Page 132: Creating Switching Groups
Smart Energy 23.2.1 Creating switching groups There are two ways to create a switching group: The first method: • Left-click on the "Create switch contact here via Drag & Drop" box. The second method: • Drag a defined switch from the hardware section to the "Create switch contact here via Drag & Drop"...
Page 133 Click on this symbol to display all of the hardware data that can be accessed and recorded by the Solar-Log™ and to display the target state. Switch states / Color Definition The switching state of each contact is displayed with the following symbols:...
Page 134: Fig.: Adjustable Switch With Help Text
Smart Energy Switch definitions There is the option to assign one of the following states with a mouse click. (See illustration: "Adjustable switch with help text"): • All of the contacts are permanently switched off (switch position "left"). • The contacts are switched on according to the configured automatic switching rule. •...
Page 135: Configuring Switching Groups
Smart Energy 23.2.2 Configuring switching groups Use this symbol to configure the switching group. The following window appears after clicking on the symbol: Fig.: Control logic configuration window The configuration is divided into two section. The top section contains the following boxes: •...
Page 136 Smart Energy Surplus The following types can be configured under the Surplus category: • Surplus management • Surplus management and Temperature Control • Surplus management and Time Control • Surplus management and Runtime Control • Surplus matrix • Surplus visualization Surplus management: The following consumption definition can be selected in the Surplus management section: •...
Page 137 Smart Energy The following settings can be made and/or activated under temperature configuration: • Switch on when temperature is (C°): • greater • less • Runtime (min.): If the appliance was activated because of the temperature threshold, it will be deactivated after this time has passed, even if the minimum/maximum temperature has not been reached.
Page 138 Note! This function is only for the visualization and no loads may be switched on since the Solar-Log™ would then have incorrect calculations which would lead to faulty switching operations. Production With output visualization, its own output threshold can be configured for every contact (1-8) assigned to the group.
Page 139 Smart Energy Note! This function is only for the visualization and no loads may be switched on since the Solar-Log™ would then have incorrect calculations which would lead to faulty switching operations. Device-specific The following types can be configured under the Device-specific category: •...
Page 140 Appliances, such a laundry dryer, have a short high peak of power consumption and times in which little power is required. Based on this, it would be problematic to calculate the current power con- sumption for power management control. The is why the Solar-Log™ calculates the entire runtime with the Configuration...
Page 141: Smart Energy Surplus Management
Smart Energy 23.3 Smart Energy Surplus Management The Surplus Management menu is divided into the following sub-sections: • Settings • Surplus priority (See illustration: "Surplus management") Fig.: Surplus management Settings The following values can be defined in the section: • Measurement values for control logic •...
Page 142 Smart Energy Surplus offset [%]: How much nominal plant output is to be fed into the grid and how much should be used for the Surplus manage of the Smart Energy control logics can be defined in this box. When output reduction is activated, a sensor has to be installed to determine the amount of theoretically available production.
Page 143: Feed-In Management
Note! The Solar-Log™ is not equipped with protection functions such as grid and plant pro- tection, section switches and Q/U protection. When it comes to such functions, special protection hardware needs to be installed. All protection commands, for example the emergency stop, cannot be switched on with or via the Solar-Log™.
Page 144 Feed-In Management Plant passwords Configuration | Feed-in Management | Plant Pa- The log-on data can be entered for the inverters in the rameters | Plant Passwords menu – as long as the devices configured support this function.. • Inverter Password Plant password, if service password is required to access the inverters.
Page 145: Active Power
Solar-Log™ devices and more details on supported functions of a particular inverter: http://www.solar-log.com/en/service-support/supported-inverters.html. Interface assignments section The inverters with their assigned interfaces that are connected to the Solar-Log™ are displayed in this sec- tion. Select the inverter(s) to control and activate it/them.
Page 146: Active Power Deactivated
The type of ripple control receiver or telecontrol technology used depends on the level of development of the respective grid operator. The control signals emitted by the grid operator are converted to potential- free signal contacts by the ripple control receiver and can be evaluated by the Solar-Log™ PM+ models via the digital PM+ interface.
Page 147: Fig.: Schematic Diagram Of A Ripple Control Receiver With Four Relays
Feed-In Management Channel settings for power reduction section The relay outputs for the ripple control receiver are connected to the PM+ input of the Solar-Log™ PM+. This allows the grid operator's signals to be evaluated by the Solar-Log™. Fig.: Schematic diagram of a ripple control receiver with four relays.
Page 148: Fig.: Channel Settings For Power Reduction
Closing relay during power reduction (only Solar-Log 1200 PM+ and 2000 PM). Select this option in order to signal any power reduction via the relay output on the Solar-Log 2000 PM+. • The relay may be loaded with a maximum of 24 V DC and 5A.
Page 149: Remote Controlled Active Power Reduction With The Calculation Of Self-Consumption
This function does not correspond to provisions of the German EEG laws and has to be arranged with the grid operator before being used. Note! The Solar-Log PM+ needs to be linked to a consumption meter to implement this function. Please note the instructions in chapter “12.5 External power meter“.
Page 150: 70% Fixed Reduction With The Calculation Of Self-Consumption
AC power 10kW 70% of the DC power corresponds to 8.4kW. For this reason the inverter controlled by the Solar-Log™ is reduced to 84% (8.4kW) and not only to 70% (7kW). 24.2.5 70% Fixed reduction with the calculation of self-consumption This function is an enhancement to the 70% fixed reduction described in the previous chapter.
Page 151: Adjustable Reduction
(X%). The amount of self-consumption is taken into account for this calculation. The Solar-Log™ only regulates the inverters when the amount of feed-in power for the grid has reached the limit. If there is enough self-con- sumption, the inverters continue to operate without any reductions.
Page 152: Fixed Reduction In Watts
Example: The total consumption of an installation is at 2000 W and the reduction of the inverters is configured to 90%, leaving 1800 W. 200 W has to be purchased from the grid to cover the total consumption. Procedure: •...
Page 153: Reactive Power
For more information, refer to http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electric_current#Reference_ direction Interface assignments section The inverters with their assigned interfaces that are connected to the Solar-Log™ are displayed in this sec- tion. Select the inverter(s) to control and activate it/them. 24.3.1 Reactive power deactivated When this menu item is selected, reactive power control is deactivated.
Page 154: Fixed Value Cos (Phi) Shift Factor
Feed-In Management 24.3.2 Fixed value cos (Phi) shift factor With this function it is possible to adjust the connected inverters to a fixed shift factor. Using this matrix it is possible to specify a fixed cos (Phi) for certain periods of time. If over the course of one day various shift factors must be adhered to, they can be configured here.
Page 155 Feed-In Management Note! Entering zero as the value deactivates the particular limit.
Page 156: Variable Cos (Phi) Shift Factor Over Characteristic Curve P/Pn
The function is also referred to as Phi (P). The currently generated power (P) is calculated by the Solar-Log™ based on the inverter data. If an Utility Meter with power measurement is available, the output value will be used instead.
Page 157: Variable Reactive Power Via The Characteristic Curve Q(U)
Feed-In Management 24.3.5 Variable reactive power via the characteristic curve Q(U) (only Solar-Log 2000 with Utility Meter) In order to be able to achieve this function, the Solar-Log™ Utility Meter is required in addition to a Solar-Log 2000. Reactive Power Management The Solar-Log™...
Page 158 Feed-In Management Procedure • Variable reactive power via the characteristic curve Q(U) Select as the type. • Activate the interface assignments to control. • Select 2-point characteristic curve • Define characteristic curve points A and B based on the boxes U/Uc, Q/SAmax and put a check in front of inductive/under-excited.
Page 159: Remote-Controlled Fixed Value Cos (Phi) Shift Factor Only Solar-Log™ Pm+)
Command impulses cannot be processed. Channel settings for power reduction section The relay outputs for the ripple control receiver are connected to the PM+ input of the Solar-Log™. This al- lows the grid operator's signals to be evaluated by the Solar-Log™.
Page 160: Fig.: Channel Settings For Remote Controlled Cos (Phi)
Ripple control receivers generally possess 2 to 5 relays. The assignment of the individual relay states for a particular shift factor is specified by the respective grid operator and stored in the Solar-Log™ using this matrix. In this way the connected inverters can be adjusted to meet the specified reduction levels.
Page 161: Linking (Only Solar-Log 1000 And 2000)
24.4 Linking (only Solar-Log 1000 and 2000) The linking function is to be used when there are not enough interfaces on one Solar-Log™ or the cable lengths between the Solar-Log™ and the various inverters exceeds the RS485 specifications.
Page 162: Profile
Feed-In Management 24.5 Profile For feed-in management, PM+ profiles come with the Solar-Log™ PM Package equipment. These profiles contain the pre-configured settings for feed-in management and enable the PM+ Package I/O Boxes The profiles are delivered in the config_pmprofil_NameGridOperator.dat file format.
Page 163 Feed-In Management Note! current profile first If a new PM+Profile needs to be imported, the has to be reset Note! A special operator specific installation manual is included for the installation of the PM+ Package.
Page 164: Direct Marketing
The Solar-Log™ with the firmware version 3.3.0 or newer fulfills the requirements to receive the management bonus for remotely controlled plants. Secure data communication between the and direct marketer is mandatory. This has been implemented with VPN encryption (VPN router).
Page 165 Direct Marketing • Plant size to 10 MWp • Plant size to 20 MWp Procedure • Select Energy & Meteo or Next Kraftwerke as the provider. • Select Remote Control options. • SAVE the settings.
Page 166: Direct Device Configurations
26 Direct Device Configurations (Solar-Log 1200 and 2000) The display of the Solar-Log 1200 and 2000 is a touchscreen. It is operated by touching the menu selec- tions with your finger or by using a stylus. 26.1 Display menu structure...
Page 167: Control Elements On The Display
Direct Device Configurations (Solar-Log 1200 and 2000) 26.2 Control Elements on the Display You can access the sub menus by tapping on the symbol on the right side of the screen. You can always view the power output for the current day by tapping on the top area with the time and date.
Page 168: Initial Configuration (Only Solar-Log 1200)
• Enter the IP address for the Solar-Log™ in the second step. Alternately, check obtained IP address automatically if the Solar-Log™ is connected to a router with the DHCP service enabled. Fig.: Display: IP address settings in the initial configuration...
Page 169: Fig.: Initial Configuration - Device Selection
Direct Device Configurations (Solar-Log 1200 and 2000) In the next step, select the device class that it to be connected to the interface. • Go to Add (see illustration "Initial Configuration – Device Selection"). • Select the device or manufacturer in the next window (see illustration "Device Class – Definition").
Page 170: Fig.: Inverter Selection
Direct Device Configurations (Solar-Log 1200 and 2000) Note! For the interface definition, tt is important to note that devices from different manufac- tures cannot be connected to the sam bus since this can lead to communication prob- lems. Device class selection based on an example...
Page 171: Fig.: Inquary About A Connected Wireless Package
Direct Device Configurations (Solar-Log 1200 and 2000) • Confirm the inquiry about a possibly connected Wireless Package. Fig.: Inquary about a connected Wireless Package. • Configuring the baud rate Fig.: Configuring the baud rate • Click on save after the device definition is completed.
Page 172: Device Detection (Only Solar-Log 1200)
Direct Device Configurations (Solar-Log 1200 and 2000) 26.5 Device Detection (only Solar-Log 1200) • Access this function from the Configuration | Start | Device Detection menu. • The components entered during the initial configuration are searched for on each interface of the Solar-Log™.
Page 173: Easy Installation (Only Solar-Log 1200)
Easy Installation contains the following configuration steps: Automatic Device Detection To do this, the inverters must be connected to the Solar-Log™ and feeding into the grid so that the com- munication module is working. Please note chapter „34.2 Country specific inverter detection with Easy Installation“...
Page 174: Basic Settings Menu
• Network Router – Obtain IP address automatically (DHCP) • Gateway and alternate DNS Fig.: Network settings Page1 on Solar-Log 1200 display Procedure Configuring the IP Address and Subnet Mask • Touch the IP address and/or Subnet Mask input box with your finger.
Page 175: Basic Settings | Portal Menu
"OK" in the (last export) field. 26.7 USB menu The USB connection on Solar-Log™ devices allows data such as firmware, configurations and yield informa- tion to be imported and backups to be saved. The USB menu contains the following functions: •...
Page 176 Importing the yield data section This function imports the yield data from the solarlog_backup.dat file into the Solar-Log™. Note! The Solar-Log™ has to be configured or the configuration file needs to be imported be- fore yield data can be imported. Procedure: •...
Page 177: Advanced Settings Menu
Direct Device Configurations (Solar-Log 1200 and 2000) • is being imported The data Please wait • Solar-Log™ reboots itself. • new firmware has been imported 26.8 Advanced settings menu The Advanced settings menu is divided into the following sub-sections: •...
Page 178: Fig.: Display Brightness
• Slide show dialog after (min) • Start screen (screen that is to be displayed when the Solar-Log™ starts) • Test LCD (test function to see if all of the symbols are displayed on the LCD display) Fig.: Slide show dialog...
Page 179: Fig.: Display Access Control
All the yield data is deleted. • Initializing device configuration The entire device configuration is deleted. • Restore factory settings The Solar-Log™'s factory settings are restored, all of the settings, yield data and device configura- tions are lost. Fig.: System settings – Initialize yield data...
Page 180: Fig.: Display Firmware
When an Internet connection is available, it checks if the device's current firmware version is up-to- date and performs an update if needed. Fig.: Display Firmware Language section The language for the Solar-Log™ can be changed in this section. Fig.: Language selection...
Page 181: Fig.: Country Settings
Direct Device Configurations (Solar-Log 1200 and 2000) Date/country settings section The following configuration options are available in this section: • Country settings • Timezone GMT • Date / Time • Day Light Saving Time settings Fig.: Country settings...
Page 182: Error And Fault Messages On The Display
Direct Device Configurations (Solar-Log 1200 and 2000) 26.9 Error and Fault Messages on the Display Error and fault messages on the display can be recognized with the blinking red triangle. (Refer to the fig- ure below.) To view these message, tap on this triangle. A window with the messages opens and includes additional details.
Page 183: Notifications On The Lcd Status Display
Notifications on the LCD Status Display (Solar-Log 250, 300, 1200 and 2000) 27 Notifications on the LCD Status Display (Solar-Log 250, 300, 1200 and 2000) The Solar-Log 250, 300, 1200 and 2000 have an LCD status display for notification on the during installa- tion and operation. 27.1 Meaning of the symbols on the LCD display The following symbols are shown on the Solar-Log™...
Page 184: Fig.: Lcd Display - Meaning Of The Symbols
Notifications on the LCD Status Display (Solar-Log 250, 300, 1200 and 2000) Meter Booting progress SIM card Easy Installation active GPRS available Notifications from the Solar-Log™ Signal strength in combination with GPRS, WiFi or Bluetooth Encrypted WiFi connection Wireless Internet...
Page 185: Fault Messages
Fig.: Blinking Internet symbol 27.1.1 Fault messages Fault messages from the connected devices If a device cannot be contacted by the Solar-Log™ (offline), the respective symbol blinks. OK is not displayed. Fault codes for connected devices The respective component symbol blinks and an "E" is in the first position of the text box.
Page 186: Notifications On The Lcd Display
When a power reduction (<100%) is active, this is indicated on the LCD or VLC display (left display field of the Solar-Log™ WEB interface). It is indicated even when it is just a fixed reduction. Fig.: Display 70% fixed reduction...
Page 187: Faults
Fig.: Reset buttons 28.1.2 Reset A reset is necessary if Solar-Log™ is no longer responding to inputs from control buttons or from the PC. All settings made on the unit are maintained, as well as all data collected during run-time.
Page 188: Restoring The Factory Settings
28.1.3 Restoring the factory settings Restoring the factory settings is necessary if Solar-Log™ is to be used on another system or if an incorrect configuration is being deleted. All settings made on the unit are lost, as well as all data collected during run-time. It is therefore advisable to back up the data before resetting: •...
Page 189: Rebooting And Resetting Via The Web Menu
Press and hold the reset button with a non-conducting pointed object • The Solar-Log™ beeps and the following is displayed on the LCD: • After about 15 seconds, the Solar-Log™ beeps three times and the following is displayed: • Now release the button, the following is then displayed •...
Page 190: Fault Messages
Faults 28.2 Fault messages 28.2.1 Fault messages GPRS These fault messages are shown in the LCD display and also in the Status box under Configuration | Net- work | GPRS Fault messages GPRS Error code Message Possible cause/remedy -101 Too many failed attempts After several failed attempts, the modem goes into an error state.
Page 191: Fault Messages Time
Faults 28.2.2 Fault messages time These fault messages are displayed on the LCD display Fault messages Time Error code Message Possible cause or remedy No time/date set Set the time and date or use the automatic time synchronization function Just like error 1 The names have been changed with Firmware 3.0.2.
Page 192: Fault Messages Internet
Faults 28.2.4 Fault messages Internet These fault messages are displayed on the LCD display. The Internet symbol blinks and the corresponding error code is displayed. Fault messages Internet Error code Possible cause or remedy Check the Internet connection and network configuration. Configuration | Network The active DNS server configured under | Ethernet...
Page 193: Fault Messages Export To External Server And Backup
Faults 28.2.5 Fault messages Export to External Server and Backup Configuration | Network | Export Configuration | These messages are shown in the Status box under Network | Backup Fault messages export (FTP) Error code Message Possible cause or remedy The server address could The access type was not configured.
Page 194 Faults Fault messages export (FTP) Error code Message Possible cause or remedy Socket could not be con- The connection is being blocked by a firewall nected. => make the necessary firewall configurations to allow the connection. Server overloaded => try again later. Unknown error STOR failed.
Page 195: Fault Message E-Mail Transfer
Faults Fault messages export (FTP) Error code Message Possible cause/remedy Proxy no authentication The proxy server did not request a supported header authentication set to switch to basic or NTLM. Proxy unexpected server Check the proxy settings. reply Last transmission attempt This is an internal error.
Page 196 Faults Error when sending e-mail via a secure connection SSL session could not be This is an internal error. established. => Contact support if this error continues to occur. Could not set SSL propos- This is an internal error. => Contact support if this error continues to occur.
Page 197: Portal Transfer Fault Messages
Faults 28.2.7 Portal Transfer Fault messages Portal Transfer Fault messages Error code Message Possible cause/remedy The server address could The access type was not configured. An not be resolved. alternative DNS server is required. The wrong server was entered. The network connection was disconnected and could not be reestab- lished.
Page 198: Special Cases
During a firmware update, the installation status is shown on the LCD display. Step 1 of the firmware update: Step 2 of the firmware update: The progress is displayed as a percentage. After the firmware has been completely imported, the Solar-Log™ reboots itself and BOOT in displayed in the text field.
Page 199: Disposal
Disposal 29 Disposal Warning! Solar-Log™ contains electronic components that can release highly toxic sub- stances if burned or disposed of along with domestic waste. Please send the Solar-Log™ back to the manufacturer: Solare Datensysteme GmbH Fuhrmannstraße 9 72351 Geislingen-Binsdorf Germany...
Page 200: Technical Data
Technical Data 30 Technical Data Product comparison Solar-Log 300 Solar-Log 1200 Solar-Log 2000 PM+ / WiFi PM+ / GPRS Bluetooth (BT) WiFi (Wireless LAN) Bluetooth (BT) / WiFi GPRS Solar-Log Meter (CT) Central inverter SCB and SMB 1 x RS485, 2x...
Page 201 2) Other important information about Bluetooth and compatibility, Power Management, self-consumption and SCB and SMB inverters can be found on our website www.solar-log.com. 3) Using every inverter on the same bus is not always possible, please see the inverter database at solar-log.com.
Page 202 The IP address of the Solar-Log no longer needs to be known Local network accessibility unless there are several Solar-Logs in the network. The Solar-Log can be accessed directly from a web browser with this address: http:// solar-log. Monitoring, optimization and managing of self-consumption with a fixed regulation of active power including the calculation of self-con- sumption.
Page 203 Technical Data Interfaces Solar-Log 300 Solar-Log 1200 Solar-Log 2000 RS485 A – RS485 – interface, interface, RS485 / RS422 RS485/RS422 – in- RS485 / RS422 RS485 / RS422 B – combined in- terface usage – combined in- – / RS485 / RS422...
Page 204: Appendix
Appendix 31 Appendix 31.1 Internet ports If the Solar-Log™ is connected to the Internet via a router, you must ensure that the following ports on the router have been unblocked for the Solar-Log™: Function Protocol Port Server used Notes (outgoing)
Page 205: Country Specific Inverter Detection With Easy Installation
Appendix 31.2 Country specific inverter detection with Easy Installation. After selecting the language and country, the initial set up can be carried out with the "Easy Installation" configuration wizard. This configuration wizard automatically detects connected inverters and completes the Internet configura- tion.
Page 206: Wiring Meters To Record Self-Consumption
Appendix 31.3 Wiring meters to record self-consumption To record self-consumption, an additional meter also has to be installed. There are two options on how to install the meter. 31.3.1 Meter connection options to record the total consumption via an RS485/S0 interface. This meter has to measure the total consumption of the house.
Page 207: Meter Connection Options For Bi-Directional Recording Of The Total Consumption Via Only An Rs485 Interface
If there is feed-in in a sub-distribution, the option mentioned above can be used. In this case, the the amount of feed-in power and power obtained from the grid can be recorded with a bi-direc- tional meter. With this, the Solar-Log™ can calculate the consumption. Fig.: Wiring diagram for recording self-consumption – bidirectional meter...
Page 208: Connection Examples For Ripple Control Receivers
Note! The following connection examples are requirements from different grid operators. The labels for the relays in the wiring diagram and in the Solar-Log™'s configuration matrix can differ. Warning! Please note the specifications for the load of the ripple control receiver's relays. In certain circumstances, the relays have to be connected to intermediate relays.
Page 209: Variation With 4 Relays (Enbw >100Kwp)
Appendix 31.4.1 Variation with 4 relays (ENBW >100kWp) Specifications Ripple control receiver signals Level Power out- 100% Wiring Fig.: Wiring a ripple control receive with two relays - example 1 Connecting PM+ terminal connector and ripple control receiver Assignment Meaning Control voltage for active power D_IN_1...
Page 210 Appendix Configuration in browser menu Configuration | Feed-in Management | Active Power Remote controlled active power reduction Fig.: Channel settings for active power reduction - example 1...
Page 211: Variation With Two Relays
Appendix 31.4.2 Variation with two relays Specifications Ripple control receiver signals Level Power out- 100% Wiring Fig.: Wiring a ripple control receive with two relays - example 2 Connecting PM+ terminal connector and ripple control receiver Assignment Meaning Control voltage for active power D_IN_1 K5 switched...
Page 212 Appendix Configuration in browser menu Configuration | Feed-in Management | Active Power Remote controlled active power reduction Fig.: Channel settings for active power reduction - example 2...
Page 213: Variation With Three Relays
Appendix 31.4.3 Variation with three relays Specifications Ripple control receiver signals Level Power out- 100% Wiring Fig.: Fig.: Wiring a ripple control receive with two relays - example 3 Connecting PM+ terminal connector and ripple control receiver Assignment Meaning Control voltage for active power D_IN_1 Level 2...
Page 214 Appendix Configuration in browser menu Configuration | Feed-in Management | Active Power Remote controlled active power reduction Fig.: Channel settings for active power reduction - example 3...
Page 215: Variation With 5 Relays (Including Emergency Stop)
Fig.: Wiring a ripple control receive with two relays - example 4 Warning! Emergency stop commands may not be processed via the Solar-Log™ These com- mands have to function directly with the corresponding protection equipment such as grid and plant protection, section switches and Q/U protection.
Page 216 Appendix Connecting PM+ terminal connector and ripple control receiver Assignment Meaning Control voltage for active power D_IN_1 Level 1 100% D_In_2 Level 2 D_In_3 Level 3 D_In_4 Level 4 Control voltage for reac- tive power (unused) Configuration in browser menu Remote controlled active power reduction Configuration | Feed-in Management | Active Power Fig.: Channel settings for active power reduction - example 4...
Page 217: Digital Interfaces
31.5.1 Modbus TCP The intention of this interface is to give easy access to the Solar-Log™ internal data for external SCADA like systems. The interface is designed to read out live data of the attached PV-system. The interface is not designed to configure the Solar-Log™ or the attached devices. All configuration must be done via the standard Solar-Log™...
Page 218: Live Data Compact - Summarized (Complete Plant)
Appendix 31.6 Live data compact – summarized (complete plant) Live data “compact” summarized is mapped from register 3500-3999. Data Unit Value-Range Adress Number Func Since Description Reg. Code Firmware lastUpdateTime Sec 32bit unsigned 3500 Unixtime when last regis- ter update has happened. 0=no live data yet 32bit unsigned 3502...
Page 219: Json Interfaces
The objects documented here can be used in connection with other programs. The current data can be accessed via HTTP protocol. To do this an HTTP Post Inquiry needs to be sent to the Solar-Log™. The object requested has to be in the body: POST /getjp HTTP/1.1...
Page 220 Appendix JSON Objects Data point Value range Unit Index Description lastUpdateTime DWORD Time in Time the format dd.mm.yy; hh.minmin, secsec DWORD Total output PAC from all of the inverters and meters in inverter mode DWORD Total output PAC from all of the inverters WORD Average voltage UAC from the inverter DC voltage:...
Page 221: Dimensions
Appendix 31.7 Dimensions...
Page 222: List Of Figures
Fig.: Top Connections Solar-Log 2000 ................................22 Fig.: Top Connections Solar-Log 2000 ................................23 Fig.: Insertion slot for SIM card inside on the right (Solar-Log™ GPRS) .....................24 Fig.: Antenna connection on the top of the device (Solar-Log™ GPRS) ...................24 Fig.: Connection for current transformers (Solar-Log™ Meter) ......................25 Fig.: Two 6-pin terminal block connectors for the Meter interface ......................26...
Page 223 Fig.: LCD: Number of detected inverters ................................. 169 Fig.: Display: Device detection completed ..............................170 Fig.: Display: Start Easy Installation ..................................170 Fig.: Network settings Page1 on Solar-Log 1200 display ...........................171 Fig.: Display brightness ......................................175 Fig.: Slide show dialog ....................................... 175 Fig.: Display access control.....................................
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