Software For Solar Inverters
Software For Solar Inverters
Software For Solar Inverters
Inverters
Aerosharp Aurora Clenergy CMS (Manuf=Phoenixtec) Eaton (Manuf=Phoenixtec) Effekta Eversolar Fronius Eko-Energy (Ginlong) Growatt JFY Orion (Manuf=Phoenixtec) Oelmaier Powercom (PCM Solar King) Sharp SMA SolarLord (Manuf=KLNE???) SolarRiver (Manuf=SamilPower) SunEzy (Manuf=Phoenixtec) Sungold (Manuf=Growatt) SunnyRoo (TL and TLi) SunTeams (Manuf=KLNE) Xantrex
AeroSharp
Details on the inverter and software. http://www.ozzicomp.com/aerosharp/ new windows program available /forum-replies.cfm?t=1804883&#bottom
Aurora
RS-485 interface. Software for the Aurora http://www.power-one.it/digilab/Digi.aspx?Code=15 The larger outdoor inverters have a USB port on the right hand side, labelled as 'service' in the manual. The smaller ones have a serial RS232 port. For short term connections, ie.to pull down the stats at the end of the day, this is ideal. Do not leave this port 'exposed' in wet weather or overnight as it compromises the IP65 enclosure. Longer term connections should use the RS485 adapters and port through the bottom of the inverter. To use the USB/serial ports, download the USB driver from the link below because this creates a virtual serial port on the PC and this port will be assigned a COMx number eg. COM5. Please note that the inverter has to be connected so that software can see the port. In addition, extract the zip file first before launching the install/setup.exe file. To setup first click on the icon which look like a "Cog wheel", open and select "Serial" and pick the "Com Port" which related to your cable connect to your laptop or desktop computer from the inverter, with you RS232/RS485 converter inline. Baud rate 19200 the rest as it. Eg:
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Port settings of the USB to Serial should be: Bits per second: 19200 Data Bits: 8 Parity: None Stop Bits: 1 Flow Control: None Next click on the icon which looks like a spanner on top of a inverter, run "Auto Scan" once the software found your inverter, click on the inverter and click "Add" then "OK". Next the inverter will now be shown in the "Inverter List" next click on the run which is located under "File" there would be a "red square" click on this to make the software run, this will now show a "Green Triangle". Next open "Data Logger" and click "Configure Data Logging" click "Start when the first inverter switches on, stop when the last one switches off. Next open "Data Logger" then Highlight "Enable Data Logger". "Save Interval": 1 minute. *Change the length of time the inverter stays awake after the sun goes down*: Is called "UV Prot Time" and can be set to a maximum of 3600 seconds (1 hour). This delays the off time of the inverter by one hour after the voltage goes too low. http://img269.imageshack.us/img269/6489/70103008.jpg Accessing your outputs per day: Easy Double click on the inverter icon, this will open the "Inverter Control Panel" Next at bottom of this page you see "Inverter", "Energy Harvesting", "Input Parameters", "System". Click on "Energy Harvesting" it should run for the first time if not click on "Last 366 days" and then click on "Reload". Once it has display the outputs you can now do, individual day via the "Selected Period" You will need to do this for each days output, so get yourself a pen & paper or have www.pvoutput.org setup in the background to add your outputs. Can download the Aurora Communicator User Manual from here: http://www.solarinverters.com .au/images/downloads/downloads_14.pdf Connect an Aurora Inverter to PC via a RS232: http://www.solarinverters.com .au/images/downloads/downloads_15.pdf Aurora User Manual for 3.0/, 3.6/, 4.2/ OUTD AU REV 1.0: http://www.solarinverters.com .au/files/users_manuals/usermanual-5wj32r.pdf Aurora Design Software: http://www.power-one.com/sites/power-one.com/files/aurora _designer_excel2007_3.8.10_2013-01-15.zip Replace lithium battery: http://img854.imageshack.us/img854/6383/battery.jpg How to connect multiple Aurora inverter units via a RS485 adaptor: http://imageshack.us/photo/myimages/714/rs485daisychain.jpg/ Running Aurora Inverter on Linux or Windows with Aurora Monitor: http://auroramonitor.sourceforge.net/ (an open source alternative to Aurora Communicator). Running Aurora Inverter on Linux: http://www.curtronics.com/Solar/AuroraData . Running Aurora Inverter on Linux: http://manpages.ubuntu.com/manpages/lucid/man1/aurora.1.html#contenttoc5 Running Aurora Inverter on Linux: http://www.123solar.org Running Aurora Inverter on Hexin 2108E-B RS485 to Ethernet Converter Read this page on how to do: https://www.dropbox.com/s/pr027pj1qk8lely/Aurora%20PV%20I nverter%20Monitoring%20with%20Hexin%202108E-B.doc?m Texas Instruments TUSB3410 driver: http://focus.ti.com/docs/toolsw/folders/print/tusbwinvcp.html USB to RS422 / RS485 adapter Driver: http://www.usconverters.com/downloads/prolific_drivers_manuals_all.zip HXSP-2108G USB 2.0 To RS-485/RS-422 Converter: http://www.hexin-technology.com/USB_2.0_To_RS-485_RS422_Converter-Product-256.html Windows 7 Driver for HXSP-2108G USB 2.0 To RS-485/RS-422 Converter: http://www.hexin-technology.c om/shared/software_driver/vista-windows7-for-serial-adapters.rar PL2302 Driver, supports the following Windows OSes: - Windows 2000 SP4 - Windows XP SP2 and above (32 & 64 bit) - Windows Server 2003 (32 & 64 bit)
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- Windows Server 2008 / 2008 R2 (32 & 64 bit) - Windows Vista (32 & 64 bit) - Windows 7 (32 & 64 bit) . USB host controller . Device using PL-2303H/HX/X version chip Download here: http://www.prolific.com.tw/eng/downloads.asp?id=31 ****If your terminal blocks are missing from Inverter**** This plug is included in your inverter package, but as I found out, many installers do not leave the packet containing the plugs, torx driver and cables for some reason. A plug that will fit can be purchased from good electronics stores or Jaycar once you know the pitch of the plug (3.81mm). They come in 2,4 and 6 connections but you only require 2 connections for T+ and T- which are side by side on the RS485 connection. Here a photo of terminal block with cable connected: http://solar.poirus.com.au/Inverter1.jpg Call your installer first and demand the plug be sent to you. You can purchase from here: http://au.element14.com/jsp/search/productdetail.jsp?SKU=1860022
Clenergy
The Clenergy inverter can use the same hardware as the Sunny Roo TLi inverter as both as PowerCom units Comes standard with a USB port, but also features a RS-232 port and an "advanced port" which if u obtain the module would add RS-485 functionality. Photos of a Clenergy SPH20 in service Datasheet Latest version of the monitoring and logging software [Solar Control(v1.27)] Software user manual provided, and accessable from the 'Help' menu within the program. Solar Control Software v1.28 is now available for download from the Clenergy web site. The default password for setting the inverter's parameters via the software is administrator.
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Python based monitor for the CMS2000 http://pv.codeplex.com/ C# Windows Application for CMS2000 and similar http://code.google.com/p/pvbeancounter/ Perl script for: CMS/Eaton/Orion/SolarLord/SolarRiver/SunEzy/SunTeams as at 08Mar2012: http://www.solarfreaks.com/cms2000-inverter-rs232-serial-port-hack-cms-2000-rs232-t271240.html#p3410
Eaton (Manuf=Phoenixtec)
Perl script for: CMS/Eaton/Orion/SolarLord/SolarRiver/SunEzy/SunTeams as at 08Mar2012: http://www.solarfreaks.com/cms2000-inverter-rs232-serial-port-hack-cms-2000-rs232-t271240.html#p3410 See CMS (above). Working with PV Bean Counter on an ETN 2000 for at least one user http://code.google.com/p/pvbeancounter/
Eversolar
Has a RS-485 interface. You can purchase a Power Management Unit (http://www.ever-solar.com/En glish/Product_content.php?pid=24 ) for approx US$300 which provides USB & Ethernet interfaces and comes with a software application for Windows called AS Control. A potential Linux solution is being developed see http://www.sjcnet.id.au/computers/eversolar-inverter-monitoring-with-linux and https://code.google.com/p/eversolar-monitor/
Effekta
Australian support site http://effekta.com.au Software updates for 2kw to 5kw Models
Fronius
Data recording and archiving for photovoltaics is an important tool for controlling the functionality and yield of a PV system. The Datalogger is the heart of a photovoltaic system. It represents the interface between the inverter and the PC: It collects and processes data for use with the Fronius Solar.access software. The Datalogger can also be used for remote monitoring. Fronius offers the right product for every PV system and every requirement. Software: http://www.fronius.com/cps/rde/xchg/SID-9ACCCACF-945C605E/fronius_australia/hs.xsl/25_7672.htm Drivers: http://www.fronius.com/cps/rde/xchg/SID-9ACCCACF-945C605E/fronius_australia/hs.xsl/25_7670.htm Software Updates: http://www.fronius.com/cps/rde/xchg/SID-9ACCCACF-945C605E /fronius_australia/hs.xsl/25_7671.htm Operating Manuals: http://www.fronius.com/cps/rde/xchg/SID-BA356229-DF71C54C /fronius_australia/hs.xsl/25_7491.htm
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Growatt inverters have 2 MPP Trackers, while Sungold have only one. See forum on /forum/index.cfm?action=reply&t=1548929 http://solarmegamart.com.au/files/Growatt-Product-Catalogue.pdf More information about the Growatt/Sungold inverters can be found on the manufacturer's web site (http://www.ginverter.com/ ). Communication options RS-232 is standard on all inverters. An optional RS-232 to Bluetooth adapter can be purchased from Growatt suppliers. RS-485 is standard on Growatt inverters but optional for Sungold. The RS-232 connector is located under a small metal plate attached with two philips screws on the bottom side of the inverter. For RS-485 there are two round 2-pin connectors at the bottom. Both connectors are wired in parallel. To connect one single inverter to a computer, only one of these two RS-485 connectors should be used. The second RS-485 connector is only required to daisy-chain inverters in multi-inverter scenarios. Pin 1 at the inverter is Negative and pin 2 is Positive. Software This latest software can be found on the manufacturer's FTP server: ftp://113.106.58.169 User ID: ftpguest User password: ftpguest The original ShineNET 1 software is available from http://www.ozemail.com.au/~nekjevic/Solar/ShineNET.rar PV Bean Counter (see below) also supports Growatt and Sungold inverters (both older models using a Growatt protocol and newer models using Modbus) and can automatically upload yield data to http://www.pvoutput.org
JFY (Manuf=JingFuYuan)
PV Bean Counter (see below) now supports JFY inverters and can automatically upload yield data to http://www.pvoutput.org
Orion (Manuf=Phoenixtec)
You can download the Pro Control software from http://www.solaraustralia.com .au/solar_grid_feed_inverter_orion.html Perl script for: CMS/Eaton/Orion/SolarLord/SolarRiver/SunEzy/SunTeams as at 08Mar2012: http://www.solarfreaks.com/cms2000-inverter-rs232-serial-port-hack-cms-2000-rs232-t271240.html#p3410 See CMS (above). Can be accessed by PV Bean Counter http://code.google.com/p/pvbeancounter/
Oelmaier
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inverter over RS232. RS232 and USB ports only function when the inverter has power from PV panels and is in a waiting/online state. Discussion thread on Powercom Solar King inverter monitoring here /forum-replies.cfm?t=1597408
Sharp
The Sharp JH-1600E (http://www.sharp.net.au/product-catalogue/products/JH1600E/ ) uses an RS-485 interface. Information on connecting to the inverter http://power.vacated.net/jh1600e.php SharpMon (C# based monitor software for JH-1600E) http://code.google.com/p/sharpmon/
SMA
SMA Protocol for direct connect RS232/485 'SunnyNet' protocol information. http://256.com/solar/scripts/swrnet_session_protocol.pdf For Bluetooth, SMA changed the protocol and haven't released the protocol. http://code.google.com/p/sma-bluetooth/ is a reverse engineering attempt PV Bean Counter automates the use of Sunny Explorer to extract yield via Bluetooth. It also accesses SMA Inverters connected to an SMA (Sunny) WebBox; available here: http://code.google.com/p/pvbeancounter/ Or upload via this web site directly to www.pvoutput.org : http://pv.corra.com.au/welcome/main If you are interested simply go to http://pv.corra.com.au/ to sign up everything is automated and it should work as soon as you put the settings into your webbox's FTP push interface. (Make sure you select XML format. *Hint* for anyone about to do it. Wait for the second email response that has all the details. There is no up load directory, so leave this blank on the Webbox set up Forum discussion on this FTP push interface: /forum-replies.cfm?t=1760734 Arduino SMA Bluetooth-to-pvoutput.org box: https://github.com/angrytongan/dfinvrelay Running SMA Inverter on Linux: http://www.123solar.org SMA Command line tool for Linux, based on YASDI: http://code.google.com/p/sma-get
SolarLord (Manuf=KLNE???)
Appears to be a rebadged SunTeams KLNE inverter. Perl script for: CMS/Eaton/Orion/SolarLord/SolarRiver/SunEzy/SunTeams as at 08Mar2012: http://www.solarfreaks.com/cms2000-inverter-rs232-serial-port-hack-cms-2000-rs232-t271240.html#p3410 See CMS (above) & SunTeams (below).
SolarRiver (manuf=SamilPower)
http://www.samilpower.com/en/index.asp SolarRiver series of Grid-Tied Inverter. Forum discussing the software /forum-replies.cfm?t=1562090 The protocol has been at least partially document on http://www.radio-active.net.a u/images/files/Samil%20Inverter.pdf per above thread. The protocol is somewhat similar to the SunnyRoo TLi series inverters, although not similar enough to operate with the same unmodified software. Perl script for: CMS/Eaton/Orion/SolarLord/SolarRiver/SunEzy/SunTeams as at 08Mar2012: http://www.solarfreaks.com/cms2000-inverter-rs232-serial-port-hack-cms-2000-rs232-t271240.html#p3410 See CMS (above). PV Bean Counter (see below) also supports SAMIL inverters and can automatically upload yield data to
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SunEzy (Manuf=Phoenixtec)
Perl script for: CMS/Eaton/Orion/SolarLord/SolarRiver/SunEzy/SunTeams as at 08Mar2012: http://www.solarfreaks.com/cms2000-inverter-rs232-serial-port-hack-cms-2000-rs232-t271240.html#p3410 See CMS (above).
SunnyRoo
SunnyRoo TLi series inverters http://sunnyrooproducts.com/?page_id=531 Information on reverse engineering the protocol is available http://reisfun.wordpress.com/ Library for communicating with the inverter http://libpowercom.sourceforge.net/ Protocol Description http://www.radio-active.net.au/images/files/Sunny%20Roo%20Inverter.pdf SunnyRoo TL series inverters The SunnyRoo TL inverters are a Modbus device. The inverters have an RS-232 port on the base of the unit. The protocol can be downloaded on http://www.radio-active.net.au/images/files/5000tl.pdf The software is available from http://sunnyrooproducts.com/downloads/TL_Series_Inverters1.9.2.zip Manual for Sunnyroo TLI Inverter: http://www.sunnyrooproducts.com/downloads/Solar_Control_s oftware_usermanual_V1%5B1%5D.0_-20100921.pdf PV Bean Counter (see below) has a SunnyRoo Modbus configuration that should work but no usage results have been reported. If you try this new PVBC feature please record the results as a PVBC "Issue" at: http://code.google.com/p/pvbeancounter/issues/list
Sungold (Manuf=Growatt)
Please see Growatt above.
SunTeams (Manuf=KLNE)
The software is available from http://www.microsolar.at/Datenblaetter/SunteamsCOM.rar Protocol readings similar to CMS-2000. Perl script for: CMS/Eaton/Orion/SolarLord/SolarRiver/SunEzy/SunTeams as at 08Mar2012: http://www.solarfreaks.com/cms2000-inverter-rs232-serial-port-hack-cms-2000-rs232-t271240.html#p3410 See CMS (above). Can be accessed by PV Bean Counter (both older models using a Growatt protocol and newer models using Modbus) http://code.google.com/p/pvbeancounter/
Xantrex
Both the 2.8kW and the 5kW models have an RS-232 port on the base of the unit. Communications software is available from the Australian distributor here http://www.gtinverter.com.au/apps/150-0114-01-07_rev-a.zip The Powermon software is available also for the Xantrex. There is a link on http://www.planetchan.com/laurie/energy/solar/ At least some Xantrex inverters communicate via Modbus http://www.altestore.com/mmso lar/others/Gateway_Modbus_Serial_.pdf
Uploading Data
PvOutput.org
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PV Output is a location where people can upload their solar generation and examine the generation of others. Links to downloads for programs to upload for various inverters http://pvoutput.org/help.html
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