Choose a Location for the IQ Gateway ..................11 Provide a Power Connection ......................12 Provide Power for the IQ Gateway-M (ENV-S-WM-230 or ENV-S-AM1-230-60) ......12 Install CTs for Metering (Model ENV-S-WM-230 or ENV-S-AM1-230-60) ........13 Install the CT for Production Metering ....................13 Install the CT for Consumption Metering (optional) ................
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View or Change Monitoring Settings ....................25 View Microinverter Information ......................29 View Envoy Information ........................29 Open a Connection for Enphase Troubleshooting ................29 Troubleshooting..........................30 Microinverter Detection Issues........................ 30 Issue: Installer Toolkit Shows “Cross Domain Traffic Reported” ............30 Issue: Microinverter Communications LED is Red ................
Do not wire unused terminals or terminal blocks on the IQ Gateway. DANGER: Do not use Enphase equipment in a manner not specified by the manufacturer. Risk of Doing so may cause death or injury to persons, or damage to equipment.
How the Enphase Microinverter System Works The Enphase Microinverter converts the DC output of the PV module into grid-compliant AC power. In addition to performing the DC to AC conversion, it maximises energy production by using a sophisticated Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) algorithm.
After the IQ Gateway is installed and the microinverters are scanned or provisioned, it maintains an internal database of all known Enphase Microinverters at the site it manages. At regular intervals, the IQ Gateway polls each microinverter for its energy data. Using its Internet connection, the IQ Gateway then forwards that information to Enlighten.
Review the following pre-installation checks before you install the IQ Gateway. Download the Enphase Installer App The Enphase Installer Toolkit is a mobile app for iOS and Android devices (smart phone or tablet) that allows installers to configure the system while onsite, eliminating the need for a laptop and improving installation efficiency.
Create the map and install the PV modules and microinverters. You will scan this map later using Installer Toolkit and your mobile device. (See “Method A: Provision Microinverters with Installer Toolkit” on page 18.) NOTE: If needed, you can find an installation map at the back of any Enphase Microinverter manual. •...
“coupled” between the three phases to allow the Envoy to communicate with all of the microinverters in the system. Install a phase coupler on the load side of the over-current protection device. See the Enphase Technical Brief on Phase Coupling for your region at enphase.com/support.
Wiring for power varies depending on the model of your IQ Gateway. Provide Power for the IQ Gateway-M (ENV-S-WM-230 or ENV-S-AM1-230-60) The IQ Gateway-M (ENV-S-WM-230 or ENV-S-AM1-230-60) uses terminal blocks for power connections. When you hard- wire the IQ Gateway outdoors, you must install it in an IP54-rated, or better enclosure with conduit attachment.
Operation 3. Install CTs for Metering (Model ENV-S-WM-230 or ENV-S-AM1-230-60) The IQ Gateway-M (ENV-S-WM-230 or ENV-S-AM1-230-60) uses terminal blocks for metering connections. Install one CT for production metering and one CT for consumption metering as described in this section. You must use a protected route in conduit for the CT wires to the IQ Gateway. If you need to extend the leads (up to 213 meters), see “Extend Consumption CT Leads, If Needed”...
, twisted pair wire and install it in accordance with all applicable electrical codes. NOTE: Be advised that this step applies only to the IQ Gateway-M (model ENV-S-WM-230 or ENV-S-AM1-230-60) and not to the IQ Gateway Standard (model ENV-S-WB-230). The...
On the Overview screen, check that the new profile is set on all the microinverters. This may take up to 5 minutes. c. Set up metering for the IQ Gateway-M (model ENV-S-WM-230 or ENV-S-AM1-230-60): • Tap the Meters button and check that Production Metering is enabled.
Wi-Fi WPS. These include WEP Open System, WEP Shared Key, WPA- PSK, WPA2-PSK, WPA-EAP, and WPA2-EAP. To use the Enphase integrated Wi-Fi, you need a wireless router. a. On the IQ Gateway, verify that no Ethernet cable is plugged into the RJ45 port.
Once you have registered the system and successfully installed the IQ Gateway, Enlighten sets up an account for the site owner. When you complete the registration and installation, Enphase sends account information to the site owner so that they can log in to the Enlighten website and view system performance.
IQ Gateway Operation IQ Gateway Displays and Controls You can track system installation progress with the Enphase Installer Toolkit mobile app. The LEDs on the IQ Gateway are solid green when a function is enabled or performing as expected, flashing when an operation is in progress, or solid red when troubleshooting with Installer Toolkit is required.
The IQ Gateway identifies each device by its unique serial number. If you add more microinverters to an existing system or replace a microinverter or the IQ Gateway, you can run a scan to detect the new devices. To initiate a scan after you add new microinverters to an existing Enphase system, perform the following steps.
Connect using a computer or mobile device with the IQ Gateway local interface Connect Using the Enphase Installer App The Enphase Installer Toolkit is a mobile app that provides installers with onsite system configuration capabilities. Options for establishing a connection between the Enphase Installer App and the IQ Gateway are: •...
The default reporting mode for the IQ Gateway is Standard (high-bandwidth). If the site uses the Enphase Mobile Connect modem, this setting is locked to Low-Bandwidth. Low bandwidth mode reports 15-minute interval readings and event data to Enlighten four times a day.
Enphase to perform remote troubleshooting If you contact Enphase Customer Support, Enphase personnel may ask you to open a secure connection for diagnostic purposes. • To open secure connection so...
WARNING: Risk of electric shock. Risk of fire. Do not attempt to repair the IQ Gateway; it contains no user-serviceable parts. Tampering with or opening the IQ Gateway will void the warranty. If the IQ Gateway fails, contact Enphase Customer Support for assistance (http://www.enphase.com/philippines). Warranty void if cover removed.
Issue: Installer Toolkit Indicates that Scanning is Inhibited It is best to leave the Envoy in this condition for normal operation. However, if you need to re-enable scanning (for example, if you replace a microinverter) contact Enphase Customer Support (http://www.enphase.com/philippines).
Gateway has a local network connection only and failed to connect to Enlighten after its scheduled reporting time (five minutes). When the LED is off, there is no network connection. If you are using the Enphase Mobile Connect modem and the Network Communications LED remains off or lights red, see Troubleshooting in the Enphase Mobile Connect Installation Guide.
The Envoy connects to these servers using their DNS names. If you add firewall rules for Envoy reporting, Enphase recommends using the DNS names rather than the underlying IP addresses. This is because the IP addresses are subject to change without notice.
• Refer servicing to qualified personnel. If Enphase Customer Support authorises an IQ Gateway replacement (RMA), perform the following steps. DANGER! Risk of electrocution! When replacing the IQ Gateway-M, CTs must be installed with no current flowing in the sensed circuit. Always install CT wires in the terminal blocks before energising the sensed circuit.
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9. Verify that the new IQ Gateway powers up. BEST PRACTICE: When powered up and connected for the first time, the IQ Gateway- May retrieve an automatic upgrade from Enphase. This upgrade may take up to 15 minutes. During upgrade the IQ Gateway LEDs flash green sequentially.
IQ Gateway-M Installation and Operation Technical Data Model Numbers IQ Gateway-M Enphase IQ Gateway communications gateway with integrated single phase PV and consumption metering. PV production metering and optional consumption ENV-S-WM-230 monitoring. ENV-S-AM1-230-60 Capacity Number of microinverters polled Up to 600...