Further documentation ..........................System overview................................Network interfaces ............................. Displays and signals........................... Configuration................................Connection panel............................DIP switch settings ............................. Web interface ................................Main menu ..............................User menu ..............................Functions ..................................RFID authorization............................Maintenance ................................. Software update............................Support ................................... SolarEdge EV Charger UK 128549...
This document refers to the following devices: ● SolarEdge EV Charger with software version 1.18 The device variant can be determined by the product designation on the type plate. The software version can be read out via the web interface. For more information, see the "Operating instructions".
Introduction Purpose of the document This document describes the configuration of the advanced features of SolarEdge EV Charger after it has been installed. This includes, among other things, the description of the settings in the web interface. This document is an extension to the supplied manuals of SolarEdge EV Charger.
● Configuration of the advanced features of the charging station Not contained in this document ● Commissioning and uninstallation of the charging station ● Operating behavior of the charging station ● Operating the charging station SolarEdge EV Charger UK 128549...
Introduction Further documentation Manuals and additional information are available on our website: www.solaredge.com/resource-library SolarEdge EV Charger UK 128549...
The SolarEdge EV Charger provides the following network interfaces (e.g. for connection to an OCPP backend): ● ● WLAN (optional) ● WLAN access point (optional) Client charging stations can only be connected via LAN to the SolarEdge EV Charger (master charging station). SolarEdge EV Charger UK 128549...
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System overview 2.1.1 The SolarEdge EV Charger can be connected to a router via the integrated LAN interface. The router establishes a connection to an OCPP backend via internet..SolarEdge EV Charger ... Router ... Internet ... OCPP backend ®...
System overview 2.1.2 WLAN (optional) The SolarEdge EV Charger can be connected to a router via the integrated WLAN interface. If the router is connected to the Internet, a connection to an OCPP backend can be made..SolarEdge EV Charger ...
2.1.3 WLAN Access Point (optional) The SolarEdge EV Charger can be connected to a mobile device via the integrated WLAN access point. With a mobile device, the web interface can be easily accessed and the configuration of the charging station can be performed.
The illustration shows the position of the rocker switches for the setting ON and OFF The DIP switches are located under the connection panel cover. The following figure shows only the affected DIP switches, others are not shown. The following setting must be made on the DIP switch DSW2: SolarEdge EV Charger UK 128549...
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Changes to the DIP switch settings only become effective after a restart of the charging station! To restart, press the "Service button" until the first beep (approx. 1 second) or switch off the charging station for a short time via the line circuit breaker. SolarEdge EV Charger UK 128549...
The login data for the first login in the web interface is printed on the configuration label. The configuration label is in a pouch affixed to the installation materials. For security reasons, change the password after the initial login. In doing so, observe the password guidelines, refer to „4.2 User menu“. SolarEdge EV Charger UK 128549...
Network connection Here, information about the network interfaces (LAN, mobile communications, WLAN and WLAN Access Point) of the master is displayed. Backend Information about the OCPP backend (such as connection status and address) is displayed here. SolarEdge EV Charger UK 128549...
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1-, 2- or 3-phase charging vehicle and, if necessary, reduces the charging current to the set value. If "0" is entered, this function is deactivated. It can also be set whether charging should continue after a power failure. This setting is disabled by default. SolarEdge EV Charger UK 128549...
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The currently installed software versions are displayed. A software update can also be performed here. Mobile communications information Information on the mobile network connection is displayed and it is possible to test whether there is a connection to the selected mobile network. SolarEdge EV Charger UK 128549...
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For an encrypted connection, certificates can be imported in *.pfx format. A connection to the web interface can be encrypted. The following certificates are available: WebUI certificates Certificate Purpose Https WebUI Encrypted connection to the web interface Restart system The master can be restarted with this button. SolarEdge EV Charger UK 128549...
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Here the network communication (WLAN Access Point, SIM, APN connection data) can be selected and configured. Routing Here, you can configure the required routing settings. Proxy All the configurations needed to use a proxy server can be specified here. SolarEdge EV Charger UK 128549...
The abbreviations "Wh" and "kWh" must not be used in the display texts as they may be misleading to the user. These abbreviations are reserved for indicating transmitted energy. If either "Wh" or "kWh" are entered as display text anyway, this text is ignored and not shown on the display. SolarEdge EV Charger UK 128549...
For error diagnosis, it can be necessary to record the processes of the charging station in detail. To do so, DEBUG mode can be enabled here. To ensure that the recorded data quantity is not too large, the duration for the detailed recording must also be specified. SolarEdge EV Charger UK 128549...
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If you forget the web interface password, you can reset it using the displayed recovery key. The recovery key can also be found on the configuration label. Note It is essential to keep the recovery key in a secure place for the entire life of the product! SolarEdge EV Charger UK 128549...
OCPP backend. There is no comparison to the locally stored RFID cards stored at the charging station. The authorization request is always compared to the RFID cards stored locally OnlyLocal at the charging station. No comparison is made to the RFID cards stored at the OCPP backend. SolarEdge EV Charger UK 128549...
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RFID card has been accepted. Falling tone sequence RFID card has been rejected (no authorization). The charging station can also display a text concerning the RFID authorization, e.g. "accepted card". This text can be customized via the web interface. SolarEdge EV Charger UK 128549...
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Then hold the client RFID card to be programmed in front of the RFID reader within 10 seconds and wait for the signal tone. Confirm the teach-in process by holding up the master RFID card again within 5 seconds. A successful teach-in process is confirmed by a rising tone sequence. SolarEdge EV Charger UK 128549...
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A charging process can only be started without holding up an RFID card if the predefined token set in the configuration is recognized and accepted by the OCPP backend. Note For information on the functionality and the required settings of the OCPP backend, refer to the specific manual of the system used. SolarEdge EV Charger UK 128549...
The rising tone sequence and the green flashing LED bar indicate that the RFID card has been accepted. The charging process can now be started. If necessary, the charging process can be stopped prematurely by holding the same RFID card in front of the RFID reader again. SolarEdge EV Charger UK 128549...
The software of the charging station must therefore always be kept up to date, as it may contain security updates, functional enhancements and bug fixes. For a software update ask SolarEdge Technologies. The information and instructions for the current software package from the associated release notes must also be observed.
Create a new directory on the USB stick with the name "UPD". Copy the downloaded *.keb file into the "UPD" directory. Connect the USB stick to the USB interface of the charging station. The update starts automatically. SolarEdge EV Charger UK 128549...
To perform the software update an FTP link is required. The information downloaded from our website along with the software update contains the FTP link. For details on using the FTP link, see the OCPP backend manual. SolarEdge EV Charger UK 128549...
System configuration information, including the type and number of modules connected and the number and length of strings. ● The communication method to the SolarEdge server, if the site is connected. ● The product's software version as it appears in the status screen.
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