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APsystems ECU-R
Energy Communication Unit
Rev 1.0 NA 1.0
© All Rights Reserved

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  • Page 1 Installation / User Manual APsystems ECU-R Energy Communication Unit Rev 1.0 NA 1.0 © All Rights Reserved...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    2.7 Antenna ........................4 2.8 LED1........................... 4 2.9 LED2 ........................... 4 3. Hardware Installation..........................5 3.1 Preparation ........................ 5 3.2 Selecting an Installation Location for the ECU-R............5 3.3 Installation ......................... 5 3.4 Cable Connection ....................... 7 3.5 Antenna ........................8 3.6 Internet Connection....................9 4.

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Through the APsystems Energy Monitoring and Analysis software, the ECU-R gives you precise analysis of each microinverter and module in your solar installation ECU APP. The user-friendly interface lets you access your solar array in seconds.

  • Page 4: Interface Explanation

    RJ45 Signal（Only for Australia） RJ45 Ethernet Network Port 2.2 Reset Press the Reset button for three seconds or longer, and the ECU-R will automatically return to the default settings. The wireless password will be changed to ‘88888888’. 2.3 Power Connection Port The power connection port connects power through the power adapter.

  • Page 5: Rj45 Ethernet Network Port

    2. Interface Explanation 2.5 RJ45 Ethernet Network Port The ECU-R allows the user to communicate with the EMA 2.6 RJ45 Signal（Only for Australia） The RJ45 Signal is designed for DRM0, it should be connected by RJ45 connector in the package otherwise the inverters will not work.

  • Page 6: Hardware Installation

    NEMA electrical box. 3.3 Installation Using a Wall Mount When mounting the ECU-R to a wall, make sure to select a cool, dry indoor location.  Depending on the wall surface you are mounting the ECU-R to, use either two (2) #8 drywall screws or wall anchors, installed 100 mm apart.
  • Page 7 If you use the energy communicator in power distribution cabinet: Install the two Guide rail fasteners on the guide rail 100 mm apart .  Align and slide the ECU-R onto the two Guide rail fasteners.  Figure 5 APsystems ECU-R Installation/User Manual...

  • Page 8: Cable Connection

    3.4 Cable Connection 1) Using a Wall Mount  Connect the adapter to the power connection port on the top of the ECU-R. Figure 6 2）Power Distribution Cabinet Installation Guide rail type socket installation (The guide rail type socket is not supplied ...

  • Page 9: Antenna

    3.5 Antenna  Make sure the antenna is properly connected to corresponding position on the top of the ECU-R. Connect the antenna to the RF port of the ECU-R,The antenna must be placed  outside the Power Distribution Cabinet. Figure 8 Do not put the antennas inside a metal box, that will block the signal.

  • Page 10: Internet Connection

    3. Hardware Installation 3.6 Internet Connection There are two different approaches to connecting the ECU-R to the Internet: Option 1: Direct LAN cable connection. 1) Make sure the LAN cable is connected to the network port on the bottom of the ECU-R.

  • Page 11: Ecu-R User Interface

    Please scan the QR code to get ECU APP : （ios） （Android） 4.1 Connecting to the ECU-R via the Local Wireless  Open the ECU APP.  Open the WLAN, link the WiFi of ECU-R, the default password is “88888888”. APsystems ECU-R Installation/User Manual...

  • Page 12: Managing Ids

    4. ECU-R User Interface 4.2 Managing IDs  Click settings, select the ID management,input the ID ,click OK to complete. If you want to clean up all the IDs, please click “CLEAR ID “. 4.3 Home Screen  Select “Home” at the bottom of the page.

  • Page 13: Data

    4.4.1 Real Time Data  To view the real-time system operation data statistics for your solar array, click “Real Time Data” from the ECU-R home screen to navigate to the real-time data screen.  Click component, you can see the the specific information of the inverter, including the inverter ID, the PV module power, voltage, frequency and temperature.

  • Page 14: Trend Of System Power

    4. ECU-R User Interface 4.4.2 Trend of system power  To view the system power of any period, click "Power" at the real-time data page. The Trend of system power screen is displayed. 4.4.3 Power generation statistics  Press “Energy” at the real-time data page to view the system power generation of your solar array.

  • Page 15: Settings

    Click on the settings 4.5.1 Managing IDs  This page reference 4.2 Managing IDs. 4.5.2 Changing the Date  It is critical for accurate power production reporting that the ECU-R is programmed With the correct date, time. APsystems ECU-R Installation/User Manual...

  • Page 16: Managing The Network Connection

    4. ECU-R User Interface 4.5.3 Managing the Network Connection  The default network connection setting for the ECU-R is “DHCP,” which allows the ECU-R to automatically establish a connection assignment from the router. The ECU-R can be assigned a static.

  • Page 17: Wlan Password

    4. ECU-R User Interface After the password is sent, ECU-R will restart. Please reconnect to ECU-R. 4.5.5 WLAN PASSWORD  Please reconnect the ECU-R hotspot after setting the password.On the page, you can modify Password.  if you forget the “old password”, can be...

  • Page 18: Language

    4. ECU-R User Interface 4.5.6 Language Switch Language. 4.5.7 Help     APsystems ECU-R Installation/User Manual...

  • Page 19: Technical Data

    ICES-003, AS NZS 60950-1, GB/T17799 Specifications subject to change without notice. Please ensure you are using the most recent update found at www.APsystems.com. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may...
  • Page 20 2 hours and can lead to death.Keep new and used batteries away from children.If you think batteries might have been swallowed or placed inside any part of the body, seek immediate medical attention. APsystems ECU-R Installation/User Manual...

  • Page 21: Contact Information

    APsystems America 600 Ericksen Ave NE, Suite 200 Seattle, WA 98110 Tel: 844-666-7035 Mail: info@APsystems.com APsystems Europe Rue des Monts dor ZAC de Folliouses Sud-Les Echets 01700 Miribel, France Tel: +33-481 65 60 40 Mail: emea@APsystems.com APsystems ECU-R Installation/User Manual...

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