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General| Storage Temperature | -40°C to +70°C |
|---|---|
| Protection Class | IP20 |
| Measurement Type | Active and reactive power, voltage, current, power factor, frequency |
| Communication Interface | Modbus RTU |
| Voltage Range | 3 x 230/400 V |
| Accuracy Class | Class 1 |
| Mounting | DIN rail |
| Current Transformer Ratio | Configurable |
Manual for the KOSTAL Smart Energy Meter installation.
Details of KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH's address and contact methods.
Statement on KOSTAL Solar Electric GmbH's limitations of liability for manual content.
Note on the use of language and gender equality in the documentation.
Phone numbers and email addresses for technical support by country.
Essential safety information to be observed before installation and commissioning.
Precautions regarding life-threatening voltages and protection against electrical shock.
Instructions to avoid damage to the meter from incorrect connections or overvoltage.
Conditions for operating the meter at elevated ambient temperatures (45°C-55°C).
Safety measures for high temperatures, fusing, and cable requirements.
Defines the meter's intended purpose, classification, and usage restrictions.
Specifies the necessary qualifications for personnel performing installation tasks.
Lists included items and necessary additional materials for setup.
Details on interfaces, protection class, connection cross-section, and dimensions.
Information on starting current, operating voltage, frequency range, and self-consumption.
Specifications for the measurement current circuit, including limiting current and rated voltage.
Visual guide with labels for all connections, LEDs, and buttons on the energy meter.
Explanation of the states and descriptions for Status, Network, and Serial bus LEDs.
Lists the necessary tools for installation, such as wire strippers and screwdrivers.
Safety precautions for connecting and commissioning the device, emphasizing electrical safety.
Illustrates the wiring for direct current measurement connection to the energy meter.
Defines external wires (L1-L3, N) and meter input/output (IN/OUT).
Instructions for mounting the KOSTAL Smart Energy Meter onto a top-hat rail.
Details on connecting wires for grids, including cross-section and screw terminal torque.
Illustrates the wiring for indirect current measurement using transformers.
Instructions for mounting the KOSTAL Smart Energy Meter onto a top-hat rail.
Steps for connecting transformer secondary cables to the meter for current measurement.
Procedure for installing fuses and connecting output wires for overload protection.
Specifications for cable type, cross-section, and insulation for RS485 communication.
Guidelines for safely routing RS485 connection cables, ensuring separation from live parts.
Requirements for connected devices' RS485 interface, focusing on safety extra low voltage.
Details the pinout for the RS485 plug (VCC, GND, Data A, Data B).
Final steps including covering the meter and reconnecting power supply.
Instructions for connecting the energy meter to an existing local network.
Guide to accessing the meter's user interface using its host name in a web browser.
Steps to access the online interface through Windows File Explorer or Start menu.
Instructions for using HTTPS for browser access, including handling security warnings.
Guidance on configuring RS485 Modbus settings to match the connected inverter.
Procedure for resetting the meter's network settings using the reset button.
Instructions for restarting the KOSTAL Smart Energy Meter using the reset button.
Solutions for issues with the Status LED not lighting up or the Network LED not being found.
Solutions for Serial bus LED errors, unrealistic values, and user interface access problems.
Guidelines for the proper disposal of the KOSTAL Smart Energy Meter as electrical waste.
Information on where to find licence texts for Open Source software used in the product.
Details the 24-month warranty period, coverage, exclusions, and claim process for the energy meter.
Provides contact details for technical support across various countries and regions.
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