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APsystems ECU-3Z Installation And User Manual

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APsystems ECU-3Z
Energy Communication Unit with ZGB
Version: W1
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Rev 2.2

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  • Page 1 Installation / User Manual APsystems ECU-3Z Energy Communication Unit with ZGB Version: W1 © All Rights Reserved Rev 2.2...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Configuration Screen ..................... 18 Administration Screen....................21 Remote ECU Management (EMA)................26 ECU Configuration/ECU Status Page ................27 Setting the ECU Time Zone.................... 28 Managing Inverter IDs and Updating the Inverter ID List ..........28 Technical Data ......................30 APsystems ECU-3Z W1 Installation/User Manual...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Internet database in real time, requiring only a single data and power cable. Through the APsystems Monitoring and Analysis software, the ECU gives you precise analysis of each microinverter and module in your solar installation from any web-connected device. The ECU’s integrated http webserver offers the simplest and most flexible network integration of any data logger on the market.

  • Page 4: Interface Explanation

    You can connect a GPRS module to the RS232 serial port. Select GPRS module to connect to the network on the “Network Connectivity” page, and communicate with the EMA to check the system data. Figure 4 APsystems ECU-3Z W1 Installation/User Manual...

  • Page 5: Rj45 Ethernet Network Port

    5V DC power supply for the WiFi-Bridge. Reset Press the Reset button for three seconds or longer, and the ECU will automatically return to the default settings. NOTE: The historical power generation won't be cleared. APsystems ECU-3Z W1 Installation/User Manual...

  • Page 6: Hardware Installation

     A broadband router with either a CAT5 Ethernet, or wireless router.  A laptop with a web browser (to view the APsystems EMA online monitoring application).  A pre-programmed ECU. Selecting an Installation Location for the ECU ...
  • Page 7 Doing so allows the ECU to automatically update its internal software while the rest of the physical installation is underway. The ECU will then communicate with the inverters when the installation is complete and the array is energized. APsystems ECU-3Z W1 Installation/User Manual...

  • Page 8: Cable Connections

    2) Connect the LAN cable into the wifi extender. Figure 11 Option 3: Using a PLC bridge 1) Make sure the LAN cable is connected to the network port on the bottom of the ECU. APsystems ECU-3Z W1 Installation/User Manual...

  • Page 9: The Radiation Angle Of The Ecu Antenna

    “send” and “receive” unit. The radiation angle of the ECU antenna Figure 13  Make a appropriate angle for the ECU, which is parallel the antenna of the microinverter Antenna of Figure 14 microinverter APsystems ECU-3Z W1 Installation/User Manual...

  • Page 10: Ecu Initialization Sequence

    “60.190.131.228”, the ECU-router connection has not been successful, in which case you’ll need to check all of the cabling connections and reboot the ECU by removing the power cable for a few seconds and reconnecting. APsystems ECU-3Z W1 Installation/User Manual...
  • Page 11 A “+Web” indicates that the ECU is communicating with the APsystems EMA via the Internet. “-Web” is an indication that there is a problem and the ECU is not communicating with the APsystems EMA. Need to setup the security authority to offer Auto IP configuration.

  • Page 12: Step 2: Ecu Time Zone Setting

    Update after finished. For details, refer to time management on pg.24. Step 3: EMA Monitoring After the ECU displays “+Web”，contact the installer or APsystems technical support and they will setup an EMA account with User Name and Password, then complete EMA management(see pg.30).

  • Page 13: Basic Operation

    Basic Operation The APsystems ECU has a two-line, 40-character LCD display with alphanumerics. Set the mode using a single button. NOTE: The ECU functions as a gateway and monitors the microinverters that are connected to the PV modules. Therefore, the communication between inverters and ECU does not affect the inverters' performance, even if ECU drops inverters.
  • Page 14 Choose “Cancel”, and ECU will exit the menu. Cancel Figure 22 If within one minute without pressing the button again, then automatically exit the menu button. NOTE: The above operation should be done under the guidance of a support technician. APsystems ECU-3Z W1 Installation/User Manual...

  • Page 15: Restore The Factory Set Operation

    192.168.2.101 +Web 750W 11.54kWh 12! Figure 24  Plug the ECU into an electrical socket in a different location. Keep it away from your router. APsystems ECU-3Z W1 Installation/User Manual...

  • Page 16: Local Network Interface

    Select “Use the Following IP Address” radial button and enter the IP Address and Subnet Mask as listed below. Do not enter anything in the DNS Server address section. IP Address: 60.190.131.190 Subnet Mask: 255.0.0.0 APsystems ECU-3Z W1 Installation/User Manual...
  • Page 17 IP Address: 60.190.131.190 Subnet Mask: 255.0.0.0 Leave the “Router” field blank. Select “Apply”. 10. Using a standard web browser on your computer, enter the IP Address that is displayed on your ECU into the URL search field. APsystems ECU-3Z W1 Installation/User Manual...

  • Page 18: Home Screen

    Real-time power of this system Generation of Current Day: Amount of power that has been generated during the most current day. Last connection to Website: The last time the ECU checked into the central APsystems EMA database. APsystems ECU-3Z W1 Installation/User Manual...

  • Page 19: Real-Time Data Screen

    WARNING: Only certified APsystems Installation Technicians should be managing the system parameters. Resetting these parameters incorrectly can severely affect system performance. Contact APsystems Technical Support BEFORE attempting to change the system parameters. APsystems ECU-3Z W1 Installation/User Manual...
  • Page 20 The GFDI page is displayed: Figure 31 3) Place a check mark in the “Clear GFDI” column for those inverters that need to have GFDI cleared. 4) Press “Clear GFDI” button at the bottom of the page. APsystems ECU-3Z W1 Installation/User Manual...
  • Page 21 To limit the input power of the inverters, you can set the inverters’ maximum power. 1) Select “Configuration” at the top of page. 2) Select “Power Setting”. The Remote Control page is displayed: Figure 33 APsystems ECU-3Z W1 Installation/User Manual...

  • Page 22: Administration Screen

    3) Enter each 12-digit inverter ID. 4) Once all the ID have been entered, press “OK”. If using the Scanning Gun to input the inverter IDs - 3) Copy the scanned IDs into the ID Management box 4) Press “OK”. APsystems ECU-3Z W1 Installation/User Manual...
  • Page 23 If the number of inverter ID displayed on the page is more than the actual number of inverters installed: 1) Select “Administration” at the top of the page. 2) Select “ID Management”. The ID Management page with the existing inverter IDs is displayed: Figure 36 APsystems ECU-3Z W1 Installation/User Manual...
  • Page 24 If the inverter ID displayed on the page does not match the actual inverters ID installed, 1) Select “Administration” at the top of the page. 2) Select “ID Management”. The ID Management page with the existing inverter IDs is displayed. Figure 38 Figure 39 APsystems ECU-3Z W1 Installation/User Manual...
  • Page 25 Combine the above two steps when swapping out an inverter. Add the new inverter, and Delete the old one. Remember to follow up with the same process on the APsystems EMA because the ECU and EMA need to be in sync with each other.
  • Page 26 ECU with PC directly. One side is connected with the ECU and the other side is connected with the PC. Then change the IP address and the network mask into 60.190.131.1 and 255.0.0.0 respectively. APsystems ECU-3Z W1 Installation/User Manual...

  • Page 27: Remote Ecu Management (Ema)

    Remote ECU Management (EMA) The ECU has been designed with remote connect functionality. You can access this remote functionality through the APsystems Energy Monitoring & Analysis [EMA] website, using your installer login credentials. Changes made remotely through the EMA do not take effect until the ECU’s next reporting cycle.

  • Page 28: Ecu Configuration/Ecu Status Page

    ECU will not be able to collect data from the inverters. Update Inverter ID list  If an inverter(s) is added or swapped for a new unit, then the ECU’s programmed list of inverters will need to be updated. APsystems ECU-3Z W1 Installation/User Manual...

  • Page 29: Setting The Ecu Time Zone

    Press “Send”. Managing Inverter IDs and Updating the Inverter ID List 1) Select the “ECU SETTING” tab. 2) Select the “Inverter Links” tab. The Inverter Links Configuration page is displayed Inverter Links Figure 47 APsystems ECU-3Z W1 Installation/User Manual...
  • Page 30 1) Log onto EMA App. 2) Scan the inverter IDs. Delete IDs from Inverter List 1) Select “Delete” in Operation Selection. 2) Enter all of the inverters to be removed from the Inverter ID Field. 3) Press “Send”. APsystems ECU-3Z W1 Installation/User Manual...

  • Page 31: Technical Data

    (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. APsystems ECU-3Z W1 Installation/User Manual...
  • Page 32 For more detailed information about disposal of your old appliance, please contact your city office, waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. APsystems ECU-3Z W1 Installation/User Manual...

  • Page 33: Contact Information

    Tel: +61 (0)2 8034 6587 Mail: info@altenergy-power.com APsystems America 600 Ericksen Ave NE, Suite 200 Seattle, WA 98110 Tel: 844-666-7035 Mail: info@apsamerica.com APsystems Europe Cypresbaan 7,2908LT,Capelle aan den Ijssel, The Netherlands Tel: +0031-10-2582670 Mail: info@altenergy-power.com APsystems ECU-3Z W1 Installation/User Manual...

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