PODD – Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual
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7 PODD Installation
This section provides information on how to install a PODD in the field and access the PODD
site user interface.
7.1 Installation Options
Single PODD
A single PODD is installed at one end of a daisy chained RS-485 network. The total length
of the cabling should not exceed 100 meters. An antenna will be included for the PODD if
wireless package is purchased.
Multi PODD
The centralized PODD will be stand-alone and installed in a central location. That PODD is
powered through the 120VAC to 24VDC power supply and POE injector. Each distributed
PODD will be installed at one end of a daisy chained RS-485 network. For a wired network,
all distributed PODDs will be daisy chained together, ending with the centralized PODD. If
the wireless package is purchased, an antenna will be provided for each distributed PODD
and a WiFi access point will be used for the centralized PODD.
7.2 Mounting
Each PODD will be shipped with the mounting bracket already installed.
7.2.1 PODD Mounting Location
The distributed PODDs will be mounted near the strings of Alencon devices while the
central PODD will typically be mounted close to the inverter.
7.2.2 Mounting Parts
The PODD can be easily mounted using standard Unistrut© along with spring loaded
channel nuts. The attached hook shaped bracket allows for the PODD to be easily hung on
the unistrut and then fastened using a Hex hed screw. Recommended hardware for
mounting is as follows:
Unistrut© – Any typical zinc plated or galvanized steel unistruts
Strut Channel Nuts with Spring, 13/16" Channel High, 5/16-18 – x2 per PODD
Hex Head Screw, Grade 8 Steel, 5/16"-18 Thread Size, 1" Long – x2 per PODD
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