Table of Contents Overview ..............................3 1.1. Product description and features ....................3 1.1.1. Description ..........................3 1.1.2. What’s in the box? ........................3 1.1.2.1. Illustrated Dimensions ......................4 1.2. Features ............................6 1.3. Device specifications ........................6 1.3.1. EMI compliance and other standards ..................7 1.4.
1. Overview List of abbreviations: EV: Electric Vehicle PHEV: Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle EVSE: Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment OCPP: Open Charge Point Protocol, a control protocol used for communication between chargers and servers AC: in reference to Alternating Current DC: in reference to Direct Current PE: Protective Earth Tethered: in reference to an EVSE with integral charging cable of fixed length Socketed: in reference to an EVSE possessing a socket that accepts Mode 3 charging cables...
1.2. Features Smart and efficient charging The EVNET belongs to a class of EVSE called smart chargers, because its entire functionality can be controlled remotely and automatically. This is enabled by the OCPP 1.6J protocol support embedded in the charger. This is a universally accepted control protocol for charging stations, meaning that any OCPP-based server can talk to, control, and remotely update the EVNET, independent of service provider and other factors.
Additionally, EVNET socketed chargers feature an electromechanical lock, which secures the Type 2 connector while the socket is energized and prevents the plug from being accidentally disconnected under power. A tamper sensor, embedded in the device, is used to detect unauthorized disassembly. The charger utilizes both sound and light signaling to report its state and possible faults, enabling the quick and safe detection of problems.
Model EVNET-7KW-S-1PH: 32A EVNET-7KW-T2-1PH: 32A 187 x 122 x 118 mm 187 x 122 x 104 mm Dimensions (HxWxD) 7.4 x 4.8 x 4.6 in 7.4 x 4.8 x 4.1 in Weight 0.9 kg / 2 lb (without cord) 1.1 kg / 2.4 lb IP Rating IP54 Operational Limiting Range: -40°C - +70°C...
1.4. Safety and precautions Intended use: This product is solely designed and approved for use as an Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE), used to supply charging current to EVs and PHEVs that do not require ventilation. It is intended to be used within specifications and only with the appropriate auxiliary equipment and adequate wiring.
2. Installation guide 2.1. Pre-requisites 2.1.1. Tools and materials 2.1.1.1. Tools A set of Torx, Phillips, and Flathead screwdrivers with insulated handles Torque-limited drill or cordless screwdriver, drill bits for large diameters (step cone up to 28mm) Hammer drill and bits ...
2.1.3. Electrical wiring and breaker requirements 2.1.3.1. Calculating circuit voltage drop and sizing circuit wiring and breaker In order for the EVNET to provide full charging power, it must be supplied through a dedicated circuit capable of handling the full 32A of current with less that 10 VAC voltage drop. The circuit’s nominal rating should be no less than 40A.
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Table 2 can be used to determine the approximate voltage drop at peak currents. The installed length is the running distance from the source panel to the EVCP (the table takes into account resistance in both legs of the circuit). Voltage drop in copper conductor at 40A, VAC Area, mm Installed length, m...
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The nomograph below can be used to calculate the circuit voltage losses at peak current. For a given test load, a line can be drawn from the origin to the corresponding value on the upper horizontal axis. Then, the measured voltage drop can be matched to the corresponding peak current drop by reading out the left vertical axis.
2.2. Installation: Mechanical The main screws fastening the main body of the EVNET are located in the four corners of the charger body, and may be directly accessed (the felt protecting pads may have to be removed). The EVNET is intended for wall-mounting via four holes in the enclosure lower body, as seen in Fig 6.
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2.2.1. SIM card and GSM antenna location SIM card holder SIM card holder GSM antenna port Hardware reset button SIM card holder GSM antenna port Hardware reset button Fig 8 Location of EVNET important components (Top: Socket; Bottom: Tethered)
2.3. Installation: Electrical 2.3.1. Overall system wiring diagram Fig 9 EVNET installation diagram, overall Hint: Due to the universal availability of CAT5 UTP cable, it is advisable to use it as a combined cable for the Ethernet and CT clamp connections, avoiding a second run of signal wires. Two twisted pairs are used for the CT clamp connection and two for the Ethernet Tx and Rx lines.
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2.3.2.1. Socketed model The connection terminal is located on the EVNET body. One side is connected to the EVNET board via short conductors that have been prepared at the factory. If the connecting cables are detached from the main assembly, the following diagram illustrates their connection.
Note: The power conductors between the EVNET main assembly and the terminal block have been pre-installed in the proper orientation and location. To ensure proper functionality, do not attempt to disconnect or rewire them! Fig 13 Tethered: terminal block and signal connections 2.4.
2.5.1. Accessing the web client and configuration The EVNET has a backend that is accessible via a web interface. The web client can be accessed from any HTML browser on a Wi-Fi enabled device, such as a smartphone, tablet, or laptop. On startup, the EVNET broadcasts its name and serial number as a Wi-Fi network.
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This will afford the main page of the EVNET web client - Device Status and Control – and a navigation bar on the left: All pages feature “Restart” and “Refresh” buttons to power cycle “Device status” lists all the device or request the the important conditions page again of the charger, including...
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Network Configuration has important settings that are to be configured when deploying the EVNET, such as the internet network interface and possible fallback (secondary) interfaces: Enabled – the charger is available for plug-in charging when offline Disabled – the charger is not available to charge when offline “Network interface“...
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Once the admin credentials have been entered and the login verified, the navigation bar shows additional items, as shown on the left. When configuring the EVNET for the first time, the following settings must be made: Setting the virtual fuse (based of CT clamp input) Configuration of RFID access cards Configuration of the backend interface for smart charging and app access features, such as scheduled...
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Setting the virtual fuse limit is done in the “Configuration of External Devices” tab, which can also be used to configure other devices on the RS-485 bus, used for the CT clamp communication. To configure RFID access cards, open the “NFC Configuration” tab. Here, the EVNET can be set into a “Learn”...
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The EVNET will come with a preconfigured backend server address and UID, which can be found and, if necessary, changed, in the “Backend Configuration” tab: Current server address and UID UID and server web address may be changed in accordance to the OCPP provider Note: changing the UID does NOT change the device serial #, as that is hardwired...
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The “Charge Point Diagnostics” tab contains useful troubleshooting information: RTM: internal diagnostic RTM error code: a.k.a. vendor Ensure that OPB and PRT are set error code. Can be used to to “1”, otherwise contact troubleshoot EVNET faults, see manufacturer. appendix. OCPP network information, can be used to troubleshoot connection issues between the...
2.6. Installation: Troubleshooting 2.6.1. Verifying charger functionality: At power on, the EVNET has default settings and configuration, which allow it to work as a basic charger in the offline state. It is possible to verify its basic functionality by plugging in an EV and observing that the charger starts a charging session.
2.6.3. Hardware reset The configurator may determine that a factory reset of the device is necessary. A factory reset returns the device to its original software at the point of manufacture. Any firmware updates are not rolled back. The hardware reset button is located on the main board of the EVNET, as shown in Fig 8. To reset the device, it must be disconnected from mains power.
3. Appendix I: Error state description with error codes and light indication explained EVNET RGB Light Ring Status Indicators Online Offline Status Description Illumination Illumination Device is available to start a charging session. In the online state, it is connected to the OCPP backend. Available Offline, it may be set up as Plug-in Charge”...
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Temperature Current Limit Thresholds The EVNET monitors its internal temperature at two points. If the temperature exceeds values considered to be dangerous to the electronics and safety, the charger will first limit its maximum charging current to lower its power dissipation. If the temperature still increases beyond that setpoint (79°C), the charger will stop the session and enter a “Fault”...
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RTM Errors RTM errors are generated byEVNET when an error occurs and the charging is stopped. They can be found as “RTM err code” in the Diagnostics tab of the web client. Code Name Description Detailed Description This error code is sent when the AC RCD protection is EVSE_FAULT_ triggered.
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This error code is sent when the temperature of the charging station reaches more than 79 degrees. At this EVSE_FAULT_ Overheating 0x0800 point the charging station will stop charging at all. This TEMPERATURE error fault is cleared when the charging station is power cycled or through the web client.
4. Appendix II: OCPP and Manufacturer Configuration Keys Custom Example Configuration Key Description Value When offline, the device can be set to allow automatic authorization of any "unknown" identifiers that cannot be AllowOfflineTxForUnknownId TRUE explicitly authorized by Local Authorization List or Authorization Cache entries.
LocalPreAuthorize FALSE MaxChargingProfilesInstalled The time interval between each meter MeterValueSampleInterval value during a session. Voltage. N,Voltag e.N,Tem perature, Current. Offered.L 1,Current A list of measurands sent for each MeterValuesSampledData .Import.L meter value during a session. 1,Power. Active.Im port.L1,E nergy.Ac tive.Impo rt.Regist er.L1 NumberOfConnectors...
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