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Kaco Powador-proLOG User Manual

Kaco Powador-proLOG
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Powador-proLOG
Operating instructions

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Kaco Powador-proLOG Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandKaco
ModelPowador-proLOG
CategoryData Loggers
LanguageEnglish

Summary

About Documentation

Additional Applicable Documents

Guidance on other relevant assembly and installation documents for the system components.

Document Retention

Instructions for passing on the operating instructions to the system operator and ensuring their availability.

Document Symbols

Explains the meaning of safety symbols and instructions included in the document.

CE Marking Information

Details the CE marking and its compliance with relevant EU directives for electromagnetic compatibility and low voltage.

Unit Name Plate Location

Indicates the location of the unit's designation on the name plate on the left side of the housing.

Safety Instructions and Regulations

Lethal Voltage Warning

Warning about lethal voltages within the unit and power supply lines, requiring authorized electricians for installation.

Applicable Standards and Regulations

Lists relevant standards such as IEC 60364-7-712:2002 for solar PV power supply systems.

Technical Installation Rules

Emphasizes that installation must comply with on-site conditions, local regulations, and technical rules.

Accident Prevention Measures

Outlines safety measures for connecting monitoring systems and handling cables, including disconnection from power sources.

Modification Warning

Warns against improper modifications or opening the data logger, which can lead to damage.

Notes on Installation and Operation

Intended Use Definition

Defines the Powador-proLOG's purpose for solar power system monitoring and lists prohibited uses.

Factory Warranty and Liability

Details the two-year warranty, exclusions, and procedures for warranty claims.

Service and Support Contact

Provides contact information for the service department to address faults and ensure timely repairs.

Technical Data

Ambient Temperature Specifications

Specifies the operating (0°C to +55°C) and storage (-20°C to +65°C) temperature ranges for the unit.

Electrical Data Overview

Lists power supply, modem options, analogue/digital inputs/outputs, and power consumption details.

Measurement Accuracy Details

Details the accuracy for voltage and current measurements, typically 1% of the end value.

Available Interfaces

Lists available communication interfaces including Analogue, ISDN, Ethernet, GSM/GPRS, and RS485.

Mechanical Data and Ratings

Provides physical dimensions, installation types (top hat rail/wall), protection rating (IP20/IP21), and weight.

Technical Data Continued

Battery Specifications

Describes the unit's lithium battery type (Li2032) with a shelf life of over 10 years and service life over 5 years.

Modem Alarm Notification Options

Details how alarms can be notified via Ethernet, Analogue, ISDN, and GSM/GPRS modem types.

Installation Guide

Installation Location Selection

Provides guidelines for selecting a suitable installation location, avoiding damp areas, moisture, and direct sunlight.

Unit Mounting Instructions

Instructions for mounting the Powador-proLOG S on a top hat rail and the M/L/XL models on a wall.

Connection Overview

Introduces the various connection ports available on the unit for different modules.

Voltage Supply Details

Explains the integrated power supply and the need for a fuse (e.g., B6A) for the 230V grid connection.

Installation Guide Continued

GSM Antenna Connection

Instructions for connecting the GSM antenna to the unit, typically on the left side.

Powador-go Sensor Connection

Details on connecting up to 100 current sensors (Powador-go) for monitoring inverters without RS485.

Modem Installation and Testing

Guidance on installing and testing analogue or ISDN modems, including telephone line checks.

24V Supply for Sensors

Explains how to use the unit's internal 24V supply to power external sensors, with a maximum current limit.

Ethernet Network Connection

Information on connecting the unit to an Ethernet network for communication.

Installation Guide Continued

RS485 Connection for Inverters

Instructions for connecting inverters and sensors via RS485, including bus length and termination.

Digital Output DO Functions

Details how the digital output can be used as an alarm output or pulse output for displays.

Analogue and Digital Input Configuration

Explains the configuration of analogue inputs for voltage/current measurement and digital inputs for counter pulses.

Installation Guide Continued

Digital Output DO Usage Details

Provides details on connecting displays or signaling devices to the DO output and configuration settings.

Analogue/Digital Input Notes

Offers important notes on analogue/digital input polarity, voltage limits, and optional conversion for status evaluation.

Installation Guide Continued

Sensor and Energy Counter Wiring Diagram

Illustrates the wiring diagram for connecting solar sensors and energy counters to the Powador-proLOG.

KACO Power Control (XL Only)

Power Control Function Setup

Instructions for using the KACO power control function, including adapter board installation and ripple control receiver connection.

Pin Assignments and Jumper Settings

OPTO/BEEPER Jumper Function

Explains the jumper settings for the DO output to control the OPTO or BEEPER mode.

Powador/Powador-go Jumper Function

Describes jumper settings for RS485 communication, enabling Powador-only or Powador+Powador-go operation.

24V Internal/External Jumper Function

Details jumper settings for the 24V external connection, controlling power source for Powador-go units.

Start-up Procedure

Initial Start-up Steps

Guides through the initial procedure of switching on the unit and checking status LEDs.

Using Powador-web Service

Explains how to use the Powador-web service, including configuration by KACO new energy GmbH.

Manual Configuration Steps

Outlines configuring the unit using the Installation Wizard or the Profi page without Powador-web.

Start-up Procedure Continued

XL Display Menu and Status LEDs

Introduces the XL version's display and its integrated functions for settings and querying values.

Status LED Meanings

Explains the meaning of the Power, Status, Connect, and Alarm LEDs indicating unit status.

Display Menu Navigation

Details how to navigate through the Powador-proLOG XL display menu using the EXIT, DOWN, UP, and ENTER buttons.

Start-up Procedure Continued

XL Display Menu Structure

Provides a detailed breakdown of the menu structure for the Powador-proLOG XL, covering various settings.

Start-up Procedure Continued

Menu Items: Ethernet Settings

Explains Ethernet IP address, subnet mask, and gateway settings.

Menu Items: GSM/GPRS Settings

Covers field strength display and communication settings for GSM/GPRS.

Menu Items: General Settings

Information on network settings, language selection, and data logger functions.

Menu Items: Communication Settings

Details communication settings like DHCP, BOOTP, RARP, and static IP addresses.

Menu Items: Language Settings

Allows selection of the user interface language for the device.

Menu Items: Data Logger Settings

Options for inverter settings, scan process, power control, and factory resets.

Start-up Procedure Continued

Menu Items: Modem/ISDN/GSM Settings

Configuration for modem, ISDN, and GSM settings, including IP addresses and PIN codes.

Menu Items: Data Logger Continued

Further details on data logger settings like inverter settings and power control activation.

Menu Items: Current Values

Displays current measured values for analogue inputs, digital values, sensors, and inverters.

Menu Items: System Overview

Shows total power, energy fed in, and system alarms/faults.

Menu Items: Alarms and Errors

Lists system alarms, communication faults, hardware issues, and inverter response errors.

GSM/GPRS Modem Setup

General GSM/GPRS Modem Information

Recommendations for optimal operation and requirements for GSM/GPRS data cards.

SIM Card Insertion Procedure

Step-by-step guide on how to open the housing and insert the SIM card into the unit.

Start-up Procedure Continued

Connecting the GSM Antenna

Instructions for connecting the included GSM antenna to the unit's designated port.

Starting the Powador-proLOG Unit

Steps for starting the unit, setting the PIN, and checking the reception status on the display.

Establishing a Connection

Hardware and Software Requirements

Lists the necessary PC hardware (modem/Ethernet) and software (browser, JavaScript) for communication.

Direct Ethernet Network Connection

Explains how to establish a direct connection to the Powador-proLOG via an Ethernet network.

Establishing a Connection Continued

Modem Connection Setup

General instructions for setting up a dial-up connection via modem for different operating systems.

Windows 95/98 Dial-up Setup

Step-by-step guide to setting up a dial-up connection using the Dial-Up Networking feature in Windows 95/98.

Establishing a Connection Continued

Windows 95/98 Dial-up Configuration

Details on configuring the dial-up server type, network protocols, and IP settings for Windows 95/98.

Establishing a Connection Continued

Windows 2000 Dial-up Setup

Step-by-step guide to setting up a dial-up connection using the Network and Dial-up Connections feature in Windows 2000.

Establishing a Connection Continued

Windows 2000 Dial-up Configuration

Instructions for configuring connection details, including selecting the modem and entering the telephone number in Windows 2000.

Establishing a Connection Continued

Windows XP Dial-up Setup

Step-by-step guide to setting up a dial-up connection using the New Connection Wizard in Windows XP.

Establishing a Connection Continued

Windows XP Dial-up Configuration

Instructions for configuring connection details, including selecting the modem, network type, and connection name in Windows XP.

Establishing a Connection Continued

Connection Setup: Final Steps

Details on configuring connection properties, including IP address and DNS server settings for Windows XP.

Establishing a Connection Continued

Completing Connection Setup

Final steps for completing the connection setup and accessing the Powador-proLOG start page via a browser.

Powador-web Service

Powador-web Setup Notes

Important notes regarding Java activation, browser settings, and firewall permissions for the Powador-web service.

Menu Description

Important Configuration Warning

Warns that changes in the menu can cause malfunction and advises consulting an administrator or KACO.

General Start Page Information

Describes the start page content, including hardware overview, monitoring, and system parameters.

Administrator Login Instructions

Provides instructions on how to log in as a system administrator via the dial-in page.

Menu Description Continued

Online Measured Values

Displays measured values from connected sensors, counters, and inverters.

Analog and Digital Input Values

Shows selected digital input values and provides details for digital inputs, including current power and meter readings.

Menu Description Continued

Current Sensor Readings

Displays the current measured values for connected current sensors (Powador-go).

Inverter Survey Overview

Provides an overview of connected inverters, their status, and accumulated measured values.

Individual Inverter Details

Shows detailed measured values for individual inverters, selectable from a drop-down list.

Status Overview

Presents an overview of possible alarm statuses and system alarms, including plant messages and inverter status.

System Configuration Options

Covers system configuration aspects, including plant data entry and alarm message sending settings.

Menu Description Continued

Plant Message Configuration

Allows configuration of plant messages, including status, alarm type, target, and counter settings.

Inverter Status and Monitoring

Details failure messages, inverter monitoring settings, and alarm notification configuration.

System Configuration Parameters

Covers various system configuration settings, such as storage interval, orientation, and language.

Plant Data Entry

Section for entering operator, system power, module types, and orientation data for system overview.

Menu Description Continued

Default Contact Settings

Defines default contacts for receiving alarm messages, including company, address, and email details.

Date and Time Settings

Allows setting the system time and date, which directly affects data logging accuracy.

Admin Monitoring Network Settings

Configuration section for network settings, including PPP server, caller IP, and LAN interface parameters.

Network Settings Configuration

Details static IP address, netmask, gateway, DNS server, MSN, and test contact settings.

Menu Description Continued

Network Internet Access Settings

Configuration for Internet access points, including provider settings, access number, user name, and password.

Email Message Configuration

Settings for sending email messages via SMTP and POP3 servers, including IP addresses and recipient details.

Menu Description Continued

Database Synchronization Options

Option to synchronize alarm messages with the portal for accessibility in alarm management.

Additional Contact Addresses

Allows defining up to four additional contacts for fault alerts, supplementing the standard contact.

Digital Output Switching Configuration

Configures the digital output for inactive, alarm output, or counter output modes, including pulse constant settings.

Menu Description Continued

SMS Message Settings

Settings for sending SMS messages, including SMS server designation, phone numbers, and prefixes.

Plant Message Criteria

Configuration of plant messages, defining status, alarm type, target, and counter settings for monitoring.

Inverter Monitoring Settings

Settings for inverter monitoring, including alarm notification types (fax, email, SMS) and destinations.

Formula-Based Monitoring Criteria

Defines monitoring criteria and alarm conditions using formulas, including designation, status, and delay.

Menu Description Continued

Status Alarm Configuration

Used to evaluate analogue/digital inputs and send alarms based on defined criteria.

Admin Measurement Settings

Section dedicated to configuring measurement parameters for various channels.

Analogue Channel Configuration

Configuration of analogue channels, allowing selection of sensor type, status, designation, and units.

Menu Description Continued

Digital Channel Configuration

Configuration of digital channels, including status, designation, units, and pulse constant for energy measurement.

Add-On Module Integration

Information on using extension modules to increase the number of inputs on the Powador-proLOG.

Current Sensor Management

Options for adding, deleting, and managing current sensors, including address changes.

Inverter Management

Functionality for administering the system by adding or deleting inverters.

KACO Power Control Function

Enables switching the KACO power control function on and off, displaying its current status.

Menu Description Continued

Digital Channel Energy Correction

Allows correction of energy values displayed in online values for digital channels.

Inverter Energy Value Correction

Enables correction of energy values displayed for all inverters in the online overview.

System Time Synchronization

Menu item to synchronize the system time on the Powador-proLOG with an external source.

Configuration Example Introduction

Introduces the section providing practical examples for system configuration.

Analogue Input Voltage Setup

Explains the calculation rule for the relationship between measured voltage and physical value.

Analogue Input Voltage Calculation

Details the calculation for voltage input, including instantaneous channel value, gradient, and offset.

Configuration Example Continued

Analogue Input Voltage Calculation Details

Provides an example calculation for voltage input, including gradient and offset determination.

Current Input Calculation Rule

Explains the calculation rule for the relationship between measured current and physical value.

Digital Input Conversion Equation

Presents the equation for converting pulses from a digital input to power.

Alarm Criterion Example

Demonstrates how to implement system monitoring using an alarm criterion example.

Configuration Example Continued

Monitoring Principle: Irradiance vs. Power

Explains the relationship between irradiance and generated power, including efficiency factors.

Configuration Example Continued

Monitoring Principle: Irradiance vs. Power Graph

Illustrates the irradiance-power relationship graphically and defines the valid range for measured values.

Inverter Comparison Programming

Details programming criteria for comparing inverter energy yields and triggering alarms based on deviations.

List of Code Designations

Measured Value Codes and Units

A comprehensive list of measured values, their abbreviations, and corresponding units used in the system.