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Quick Guide for FlexOM-PP-Meter
Environment
Operating Temperature Range
Relative Humidity
Max. Operating Altitude
Mechanical
Dimensions (W * H * D)
Weight
Protection Degree
Installation Options
Include component
10/17/2021
Revision 2
NEMA4 enclosure
Breaker, 3P 600V
Transformer, 600/480/240/208V Primary, 110V Secondary
Gateway built-in 4G module, optional data plan
AC-DC Power supply, 85~264 VAC input, 12V output, 40W
-40℃ ~ 60℃ (-40℉~ 140℉)
4% ~ 85%
4,000 m (13,123 ft.)
350 * 550 * 190 mm
19 kg
IP65
Wall Mounting, Pole Mounting

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  • Page 1 Quick Guide for FlexOM-PP-Meter Environment -40℃ ~ 60℃ (-40℉~ 140℉) Operating Temperature Range 4% ~ 85% Relative Humidity 4,000 m (13,123 ft.) Max. Operating Altitude Mechanical 350 * 550 * 190 mm Dimensions (W * H * D) 19 kg...
  • Page 2 Gland5 Gland2 Cable Gland1 Inverter ID: 1 Inverter Gateway can connect up to 32 devices through RS485 interface. ID: 32 Don’t use the Modbus ID 165 (A5H/0XA5). It is reserved for broadcast commands of CPS inverters. Weather Sensor Page 1...
  • Page 3 FlexOM-PP-Meter is equipped with a NEMA4 enclosure Gateway is its core component. Mount the gateway to the DIN rail with clip. Then fix the antenna in a suitable position outside the chassis. Page 2...
  • Page 4 FlexOM-PP-Meter pole mounting Front U-rail Nut M8 Chassis hook Rear U-rail Long rod bolt M8 Chassis hanging hole Page 3...
  • Page 5 FlexOM-PP-Meter wall mounting Drilling holes in the wall Expansion screw sleeve Front U-rail Chassis hook Self-tapping screw Chassis hook Wrench Use a wrench to adjust the hook screw to fasten the chassis to the bracket. The back of the chassis hook...
  • Page 6 Caution: FlexOM SIM can only be used in FlexOM gateway. By default, FlexOM gateway supports customers' unrestricted use of the existing and future remote O&M functions of CPS portal. SO DATA PLAN CONSUMPTION STATISTICS ARE NOT PROVIDED. At the same time, FlexOM gateway does not guarantee the 3rd party SIM card. The user needs to manually enter the APN.
  • Page 7 After the gateway is powered on and works normally, it will select and connect to the provider network with the strongest or most stable signal. If you need to purchase FlexOM SIM, please contact CPS US sales staff for detailed information.
  • Page 8 Interfaces on FlexOM Main Board External installation option RS485 Port B Vin GND A+ B- G Caution: Before configuring the gateway, pay attention to set the power switch to ON. Caution: If the length of the cable connecting to RS485 port or AUX port of the gateway is over 1000 meters, the Switch button must be set to ON.
  • Page 9 Wire Box Router RS485 FOMlink + CPS Connect Pro APP When the inverters are monitored via the gateway, a unique RS-485 address for each inverter can be set up through the LCD interface. Up to 32 inverters can be connected in the daisy chain network, and different FlexOM packages have different specific number restrictions.
  • Page 10 Inverter Wire-Box The Communication Board of Inverter Remove the (3) screws that attach the inverter communication board in the Wire-Box using a #2 Phillips bit. Inverter’s RS485 Port Replace the screws with the (3) standoffs included in the gateway kit. 6-PIN Header Install the gateway by carefully align- ing the 6-PIN connector in the upper...
  • Page 11 Connect the 3rd party Datalogger to the AUX port in the bottom left-hand corner of the gateway using the 3-Pin Connector provided in the gateway kit. RS485 of 3rd Party Data Logger A + / B - / G Optional wire Optional wire RS485 Inverter Daisy Chain A + / B - / G...
  • Page 12 Before closing the cover of POWER ON inverter wire-box, check again that the gateway’s power switch is set to on. Screw one end of the antenna cable into the cable connector of the gateway. Pass the cable through the disassembled cable gland parts in sequence, then tighten the cable glands again.
  • Page 13 Installation Option External in a NEMA4 enclosure 37 mm 90 mm 93 mm The gateway may be installed in an enclosure as shown. The gateway enclosure includes a DIN rail mounting clip for installation in a NEMA4 communication box (FlexOM Suite) . Open the gateway enclosure and Install the (4) screws into the standoffs to secure the gateway in place.
  • Page 14 System Diagram for RS485 Pass-through The RS485 interface of the third-party controller is connected to the AUX interface of the gateway, which is equivalent to a direct transmission connection with a daisy chain. Inverter or ESS RS485 Cable Portal RS485 Cable 3rd Party Data Logger / SCADA 3rd Party...
  • Page 15 System Diagram for Modbus/TCP Pass-through The gateway can be used as a modbus/TCP server, connect to a third-party SCADA system, and forward various commands to the daisy chain. Inverter or ESS RS485 Cable Portal Ethernet Cable 3rd Party Data Logger / SCADA 3rd Party Portal...
  • Page 16 The gateway allows users to connect different brands and models of hardware in the same daisy chain via RS485. The connected hardware needs to be pre-compatible with FlexOM. If the user's hardware is not yet compatible, CPS US will complete the compatibility free of charge.
  • Page 17 Use Cases for System Design By default, the gateway is connected to the Inverter Inverter inverter through the RS485 interface. Certain models provide multiple RS485 TTL / RS232 / 485 option interface. The RS485 interface of the third-party controller is connected to the AUX interface RS485 RS485 option...
  • Page 18: Setup The Gateway

    Setup the gateway Installation OM Service CPS Connect Flex Gateway Dongle Gateway Synchronizing data Rename FOMlink Rename FOMlink No-LCD Inverter nverter Connect to WiFi mode Scan Devices CPLK-000AA77 V 1.0.6 APP Settings When the APP starts, make sure the phone can access the Internet.
  • Page 19 Quit Next Quit Next CPLK-000001211 CPLK-000001211 <- Show Status : 2021-09-16 10:21:32 GMT -6 -> Show Status : 2021-09-16 10:22:02 GMT -6 Model : FG4C Status : Powering On SN : 408800000000022 Internet : Ethernet + Hardware : 2.2.2251 INV Baud Rate : 9600 N8 1 MAC : 00:00:5E:11:13:C0...
  • Page 20 Back Internet Settings Save Quit Next CPLK-000001211 Only the enabled interface will be used as a channel to connect to the Internet. -> Show Status : 2020-03-16 10:30:16 GMT -6 Status : Online Internet : Ethernet + Ethernet DHCP INV Baud Rate : 9600 N8 1 Modbus Range : 1 - 32...
  • Page 21 Back New Gateway Site Name None Gateway Name None Installation Success Country None Time Zone None Done Next Enter the site name and gateway name, and then select the country and time zone of site. Click “Next” to change the settings on the portal.
  • Page 22 More If any errors occur on site, click “Send Click “Upload” to send the process of Log” to request remote assistance. installation. Confirm your phone is set to access the Call CPS service to troubleshoot the Internet. issues. Page 21...
  • Page 23 Click “More” to check all settings of gate- way. Inverter Baud Rate : Modify the baud rate Fullscreen Send Log Show Status of data transmitted between the daisy Scan Daisy Chain chain device and the gateway. Internet Settings Modbus ID Range Modbus ID Range : Modify the scope of Inverter Baud Rate More...
  • Page 24 Flex Gateway Datasheet Data Interfaces Inverter daisy chain Isolated RS485, Max. 32 devices Third-party data logger AUX port, Isolated 3 Pin RS485 CPS cloud service Internet, Primary MQTT Third-party server Internet, HTTPS or Secondary MQTT SCADA client Ethernet port, Modbus/TCP...