EKO MP-11 - I-V Curve shape and possible cause; I-V curve shape and possible cause

EKO INSTRUMENTS CO., LTD. I-V Curve Checker MP-11 Instruction Manual Ver.7
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Setup the Measurement Parameters:
 Check [Use Sensor Unit]
 Auto or Manual Measurement Setting
 Measurement Range
 Select Irradiance Sensor Type
 Enter Pyranometer/Reference Cell constant value
 PV module/array parameter settings
 Specify data saving settings
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While the power is turned ON, connect the MP-11 to PV module/array.
3-1, 3-2
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Start measurement
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Display and analyze the measured data
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Disconnect the PV module/array from MP-11 while the power is still turned ON.
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Turn the MP-11 Main Unit power OFF.
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Turn the Sensor Unit power OFF.
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Disconnect the thermocouple cables from the Sensor Unit
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Disconnect the External Pyranometer from the Sensor Unit
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Disconnect the Sensor Unit from MP-11 Main Unit.
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Remove the grounding cable from MP-11 Main Unit.
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Disconnect the MP-11 Main Unit from the PC.
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Exit the MP-11 I-V Checker Software and shut down the PC.
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Return the components, such as the Sensor Unit, thermocouple cables, and PV
probes back in their places.
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Reconnect the power conditioner and other related devices which were
disconnected before taking measurement with MP-11.
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