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Installation Manual
Revision 2.1.8
Thank you for purchasing a RIOT Device. This setup guide will get your system connected to the cloud and put the
data you want at your fingertips.
For up-to-date version of this guide please visit
www.riotsystems.cloud/
It is important that you read this manual before attempting the installation of your device. Depending on your setup,
certain steps will be needed to ensure compatibility.
WARNING
: Working with high voltage systems is dangerous. Do not attempt to modify your inverter and battery
setup unless you are certain you understand the risk. Speak to a qualified electrician if you are unsure
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Summary of Contents for RIOT CloudLinkж
- Page 1 Installation Manual Revision 2.1.8 Thank you for purchasing a RIOT Device. This setup guide will get your system connected to the cloud and put the data you want at your fingertips. For up-to-date version of this guide please visit www.riotsystems.cloud/ It is important that you read this manual before attempting the installation of your device.
- Page 2 As your setup will be different, please refer to the compatibility chart on page 14 for more information on which cables are best suited for your setup. Your contents may vary, please see the insert in the box that came with your RIOT CloudLink.
- Page 3 RIOT CloudLink Device overview...
- Page 4 Section 1: Connecting your RIOT device to your system Your RIOT CloudLink can accept a nominal input voltage from 24v to 48v DC. The following steps are based on a 48V inverter installation. Your inverter setup may vary. If you are unsure, contact a qualified electrician for assistance.
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Page 5: Section 2: Configuration Setup
Section 2: Configuration Setup After powering up your RIOT CloudLink for the first time, you will need to configure the Wi-Fi credentials. This will enable cloud access to your RIOT CloudLink for monitoring while also allowing the device to automatically download and install the latest firmware version. - Page 6 This is a built in security mechanism. Note about security: The RIOT CloudLink WiFi AP “RIOT_CloudL” is only available and or accessible while the device is in configuration mode. This is a built in security mechanism.
- Page 7 LED sequence and 2) that your mobile device is still connected to the “RIOT_CloudL” WiFi AP. If not then return to the beginning of section 2. 5) The opening page will display owner information and device information on your RIOT CloudLink.
- Page 8 AP will be. So ideally select the first AP in the list. The AP that your device connects to should ideally have a RSSI between 0 and -60dBm. If not, then the RIOT CloudLink device may have trouble with day-to-day operations. (Speak to RIOT about the...
- Page 9 8) Tap the hamburger button ( ) and select the Device settings from the drop-down menu. Alternatively, you can swipe right on the main page to go through the different menus to select Device Settings. 9) Depending on how you want your device configured, select the drop down box from “serial mode”...
- Page 10 ) and then tap the Exit button. This will save the settings and reboot the RIOT CloudLink device after which it will return to its normal operating state. After a few seconds the Status LED will turn off, signalling that it has left config mode.
- Page 11 Section 3: Setup your CloudLink on the Portal To access your RIOT CloudLink device on the cloud, a RIOT CloudLink Portal Profile will need to be created. 1) Open the browser (google chrome) on your desktop device and navigate to https://portal.riotsystems.cloud/signup...
- Page 12 4) You will be emailed an activation link to the email address that you have provided. Click the “Activate your account link” in the email to complete your registration. NOTE: If the activation link email does not appear in your inbox after 10 minutes, please check the email address provided or check your spam folder.
- Page 13 Section 4: Claiming your device Your RIOT CloudLink device is connected to the cloud service and your RIOT cloud account has been created. To access the data from your device, your RIOT CloudLink device needs to be paired with your RIOT systems Portal.
- Page 14 5) Fill in your device serial number under Serial number e.g.) Serial number = 12345679 6) If everything is correct, press the “Claim device” button to claim your device. Congratulations! Your RIOT CloudLink will now give you access to your renewables from anywhere in the world.
- Page 15 Section 5: Additional information and technical specifications 1) Compatibility Chart 2) CANBUS Pinout...
- Page 16 3) Serial Pinout...
- Page 17 4) Technical Specification...
- Page 18 Victron Inverters The CANBUS cable supplied will work for all inverters except for Victron. Order the correct cable from Victron Energy directly or use the link below to create your own cable. Please visit the website for the latest information on correct cables for your application.
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