Monitoring at a glance. A summary of application examples. Contents Overview of inverter interfaces. Applications. Monitoring and Software

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1 Monitoring Software

2 Monitoring at a glance. A summary of application examples. The following questions are important when choosing the right accessories: 1. How many inverters are being used? 2. Are you monitoring locally, or would you prefer remote monitoring? The table provides an overview of the numerous options that are available with KACO accessories. Contents Monitoring at a glance 5 For all situations Remote monitoring 6 9 -link 10 IO Module 11 -go 12 Insolation sensor 14 Ambient temperature sensor 15 Optical meter reader 16 KACO-Power-Control 17 DSL Postbox 18 -web 19 -monitor 20 -display WEB Local monitoring Overview of inverter interfaces RS xi / 3600xi / 4000xi / 4500xi / 5000xi 4000 supreme 2002 / 3002 / 4202 / 5002 / xi / 6650xi / 7200xi / 8000xi 6400 / 6650 / 7200 / 8000 supreme 10.0 TL3 / 12.0 TL3 / 14.0 TL xi / 30000xi / 33000xi / Park 30.0 TL3 / 37.5 TL3 / 39.0 TL TR3 / 14.0 TR3 / 18.0 TR3 XP100-HV / XP200-HV / XP250-HV XP200-HV TL / XP250-HV TL / XP350-HV TL Applications Interface on Inverter Max. Number of Monitored Inverters Interface on or Notebook Monitoring Alarm Notification, Visualisation KACO-viso RS232 8 RS232, USB adapter Local Visualisation 22 -display LOCAL 24 KACO-viso 25 -link RS minilog 27 -go Set 28 -view 30 PV-pilot 31 Imprint -minilog RS232 1* SD card Local Visualisation -go Set Local Alarm notification -display LOCAL 6, WLAN Local Visualisation S Up to 50 kwp, modem Remote, local Alarm notification, visualisation M, L, XL 32**, modem Remote, local Alarm notification, visualisation *One -minilog is required for each inverter. You can evaluate up to eight -minilogs with KACO-viso. **You will need additional units to monitor more inverters. 2 3

3 Meteorological data Environmental data Current measurement Power measurement For all situations. Inverter Accessories for PV system monitoring. Analogue Ambient temperature sensor Counter sensor Digital Analogue S0 pulse link -go Argus Sensoric Insolation sensor Live conductor The buyer of a photovoltaic system wants to be sure that it produces the maximum electrical current yield when operating optimally. Long-lasting and reliable. Whether you keep a small system at home or want to monitor an entire solar park from afar, you are always in control with our range of monitoring products. We will be glad to help you put together a customised solution so that you can immediately start keeping an eye on your yields. The following symbols should make it easier to get an overview of the features of our monitoring products: 1 Inverter Maximum number of inverters that can be managed 1 x AD Number of analogue and digital inputs LAN LAN connection via alarm General monitoring 6 Inverter Maximum number of inverters that can be managed 4 x AD Number of analogue and digital inputs wireless Wireless transmission alarm Inverter monitoring 8 Inverter Maximum number of inverters that can be managed USB Optional USB adapter alarm String monitoring 32 Inverter Maximum number of inverters that can be managed counter Energy counter modem Connection via modem temp Module temperature monitoring 10 Inverter Maximum number of central inverters that can be managed sensor Power recording via counter sensor Compatible with operating system: Windows temp General temperature monitoring 50 kwp Maximum system size contact Contact 1 Compatible with all operating systems: e.g. Windows, Linux, Mac OSX sunlight Solar irradiance sensor wind Wind sensor Powa minil dorog ESC XL ProLOG POWADOR LOG POWER -minilog GPRS/GSM ISDN Analogue DSL ETHERNET USB -LOG Number of digital inputs 8 x DI S0 pulse RS 232 RS display WEB 3 RS232 RS232 interface 4 contact Evaluation KACO-viso2 -monitor optional AC or DC WLAN -web -go set Da Powe ta r SD-card pro LOG IN GERMANY Internet Logger and monitoring MADE DOR POWA -display LOCAL Contact 2 2 Large display interface display All-purpose large display solar power plant 4 5

4 32 Inverter LAN 10 Inverter 4 x AD modem. System monitoring. The professional data logger for every application. Functional diagram. The is a data logger that provides extensive options for local and remote monitoring on the. It records the currents, voltages, temperatures, power outputs and yields of every individual inverter. External sensors can also be connected to it. The stored system data is transmitted every day to an address of your choice as a text file. The data logger also automatically reports by , fax or SMS if the system exits the operating states specified by the user. The alarm parameters can be customised to fit the technical properties of the system perfectly. The current measured values can be viewed at any time via the. The free -monitor software enables users to view data graphically. You can access the data from anywhere in the world using the password protected -web Internet portal. General Data modem S For systems with a max. of 50 kw via M L XL F or 32/10 inverters via Max. of 32x 00xi/01xi/02/XP100/XP350 Remote system monitoring ( L/XL only) Max. of 10x xi Warning messages SMS www Fax All units with and display GSM or telephone network -web via KACO server Can be configured using a Web browser Independent of operating system Installation wizard Storage interval: 5-60 minutes 256 MB of memory / Ring buffer: one year Data can be sent via 50 kwp Local evaluation using -monitor software Configuration LIVE Values Display of measured data (text) LAN Graphic display (optional) -monitor 1 x AD Electrical Data -web S M L XL Power supply 230 V/50 Hz (85 V to 260 V) 230 V/50 Hz (85 V to 260 V) 7.5 W 7.5 W Analogue inputs (configurable) 0 V to 10 V (maximum load: 24 V) 0 ma to 20 ma (maximum load: 40 ma/3 V) PT 1000 resistance measurement 0 V to 10 V (maximum load: 24 V) 0 ma to 20 ma (maximum load: 40 ma/3 V) PT 1000 resistance measurement Digital inputs low = 0 V to 7 V high = 9 V to 24 V low = 0 V to 7 V high = 9 V to 24 V Optocoupler output (maximum load: 70 V/50 ma) Optocoupler output (maximum load: 70 V/50 ma) Input Levels Screenshot of expert page Screenshot of installation wizard Output Levels Digital output Internal battery (internal clock) Lithium cell/type Li2032 Lithium cell/type Li2032 Alarm notification options of the Mechanical Data HxWxD 90 x 160 x 73 mm 230 x 225 x 85 mm Installation Top hat rail mounting Wall mounting Protection rating IP20 Weight 360 g Operation 0 C to +55 C 0 C to +55 C Storage and shipment -22 C to +65 C -22 C to +65 C Version Direct Connection: to Alarm Notification via Special Feature IP21 with network card () You must be able to send messages over the network 1 kg Analogue with analogue modem /SMS/Fax ISDN with ISDN modem /SMS Connect to telephone system or directly to the S0 interface (NTBA) GSM with analogue modem /SMS/Fax GSM or GPRS data card can be obtained from KACO Ambient Temperature

5 POWADOR pro LOG. Connection diagram. 230 V AC -go Analogue inputs Modem, analogue, ISDN 24 V perm. Digital inputs Digital output accessories. -link. L 230 V N GSM ANT GPRS GSM((( alarm AI 4 AI 3 AI 2 AI modem wind temp temp sunlight 24 V ext. LAN B WR A contact DI DI 3 contact DI counter DI counter 1 DI 0 + Large display alarm - Solarstromanlage or The -link is a radio module consisting of a transmitter and receiver, which uses the wireless extension of the bus at the inverter. It can be used to configure system monitoring for several inverters that are located apart. The data of the first part bus is sent from the - transmitter to the - receiver by radio. The data of two part busses are provided with one data logger. -link Wireless data transmission 433 MHz band For use with the Range: up to 1,000 m (depending on the topographic situation) Optional outdoor antenna (3 m/5 m) Overview of features for all sizes Overview of Features S M L XL Variants Access to prolog data via Integrated modem for remote monitoring 1. /DSL 2. Analogue Dial-up connection (modem) Compact card reader Flash 1. No modem 2. Analogue 1. /DSL 1. Analogue 2. ISDN Compact card reader Flash Dial-up connection (modem) Compact card reader Flash 1. No modem 1. Analogue 2. ISDN 1. /DSL 2. Analogue 3. ISDN 4. GSM Dial-up connection (modem) Compact card reader Flash 1. No modem 2. Analogue 3. ISDN 4. GSM Interface for local evaluation Interface for connection of inverter and current sensors Number of inverters/central inverters See power limit 32/10 32/10 32/10 that can be connected Power limit Max. 50 kwp Unlimited Unlimited Unlimited Inverter address range 1 to 32 1 to 32 1 to 32 1 to 32 Number of -go units that can be connected -go address range 0 to 99 0 to 99 0 to 99 0 to 99 Analogue inputs for sensors Digital inputs (pulse counter or similar) Alarm/S0 output, optically isolated Displays on unit 4 LEDs Display with 2 x 16 characters 4 LEDs Display with 2 x 16 characters 4 LEDs Display with 2 x 16 characters 4 LEDs Display with 2 x 16 characters Integrated power supply (230 V/24 V) x x x x Storage medium Compact Flash: 256 MB Compact Flash: 256 MB Compact Flash: 256 MB Compact Flash: 256 MB Storage interval 5-60 minutes 5-60 minutes 5-60 minutes 5-60 minutes Software needed for configuration Any Web browser Any Web browser Any Internet browser Any Web browser Software for local evaluation -monitor -monitor -monitor -monitor Evaluation via Internet -web -web -web -web -link transmitter -link receiver wireless Electrical Data Supply 230 V AC /12 V DC power supply 0.96 W to 1.2 W Max. transmitter power 10 mw Mechanical Data Ambient conditions For dry rooms only, -10 C to +55 C Dimensions: D x W x H (mm) 30 x 70 x 95 Communication Range Up to 1,000 m (depending on the topographic situation) Radio approval Frequencies are within the European 433 MHz ISM band (no fee or registration required) Interface Connection Screw terminals, 2-pin connection

6 accessories. IO Module. accessories. -go current sensors. The IO module is an extension module that allows you to add more analogue and digital channels to the prolog. is used to implement communication between the IO module and the. The extension module is available in two versions: IO module 1 (4 analogue inputs, 4 digital inputs, 1 digital output) IO module 2 (8 digital inputs, 1 digital output) As an accessory for the large prolog data logger, the current sensor has two additional options: 1. It allows more than 32 string inverters or 10 central inverters to be included in the monitoring. Simple installation on top hat rail Simple wiring using standardised pins (RJ45) Signalling using three status LEDs Flexible number of sensors via bus communication () IO module POWADOR pro LOG 2. It also allows the monitoring of inverters without interface via the. -go Up to 100 -go units can be connected to one Up to five -go units can be connected together with the data logger to the power supply of the (24 V/320 ma) 4 x AD 8 x DI IO module Crossover cable POWADOR pro LOG Suitable for AC and DC (specify with order) Galvanically isolated current measurement Two versions: Advanced ( is not optically isolated) Premium ( is optically isolated) The current measurement range must be specified with the order when using with the A repeater is required for more than 32 bus devices alarm Switch/hub Max go units Max. 32 inverters Electrical Data Input Levels Power supply 230 V/50 Hz (85 V to 260 V) 7.5 W Analogue inputs (configurable) Digital inputs 0 V to 10 V (maximum load: 24 V) 0 ma to 20 ma (maximum load: 40 ma/3 V) PT 1000 resistance measurement low = 0 V to 7 V high = 9 V to 24 V Output Levels Digital output Optocoupler output (maximum load: 70 V/50 ma) Internal battery Lithium cell/type Li2032 (internal clock) Mechanical Data H x W x D 90 x 160 x 73 mm Installation Top hat rail mounting Protection rating IP20 Weight 360 g Ambient temperature Operation 0 C to +55 C Storage and shipment -22 C to +65 C Connected by a patch cable Terminating resistor R = 330 Ohm Current Measurement Range DC version 14 A; 35 A; 70 A AC version 10 A; 25 A; 50 A Communication Interface (for connecting to the ) Connector RJ45 Electrical Data Supply 12 V DC to 24 V DC 23 ma Mechanical Data Installation Top hat rail Conductor feedthrough Ø 11 mm Ambient temperature -20 C to +60 C Protection rating IP20 H x W x D 56 x 35 x 86 mm

7 accessories. Insolation sensors Si-12TC and Si-12TC-T. accessories. Insolation sensors Si-12TC and Si-12TC-T. sunlight temp The insolation sensor is used for professional monitoring of a photovoltaic system. The measured irradiance can be used to determine the expected yield of a photovoltaic system, which can then be compared with the actual yield. Functional description The short-circuit current of a silicone solar cell is proportional to the solar irradiance. The Si-12TC sensors use a monocrystalline solar cell (from the Schott Solar company), which is operated by a low-impedance resistor in the short circuit. All sensors are equipped with active temperature compensation. This increases the measuring accuracy. A special temperature sensor is laminated to the rear of the solar cell. Each individual sensor is calibrated using a pyranometer, which is calibrated by the PTB in Braunschweig on a regular basis. Mechanical design The solar cell is embedded in ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) between the glass and a layer of Tedlar. The laminated cell is integrated into a housing made of anodised aluminium. The Si sensor design therefore corresponds to that of a PV module. A three-meter-long UV-resistant cable is used to make the electrical connection. Optional temperature measurement In addition to measuring the radiation, the Si-12TC-T sensors also allow you to measure the solar cell temperature. This measurement is made by a temperature sensor that is directly laminated to the cell. Insolation sensor Solar irradiance measurement with temperature compensation Extended measurement range of up to 1, 200 W/m² Individual calibration to the standard measurement signal Module temperature measurement Easy to install 3-meter connection cable ( UV-resistant) Technical Data General Data Current measurement shunt 0.1 Ohm (TK = 22 ppm/k) Operating temperature -20 C to +70 C Power supply 12 to 24 V 0.3 ma Cell size 50 x 34 mm Weight 340 g Type Si-12TC (Solar Irradiance) Measurement range 0 to 1200 W/m² Output signal 0 to 10 V Measuring accuracy +/-5% of the final value Connection cable 3 x 0.14 mm² (UV-resistant) Type Si-12TC-T (Solar Irradiance and Module Temperature) Measurement range -20 C to +80 C Output signal 1.84 V + T [ C] x 92 mv/k Measuring accuracy +/-1.5% at +25 C Non-linearity 0.5 K Maximum deviation 2 K Connection cable 4 x 0.14 mm² (UV-resistant), 3 m Connection Assignment Orange Irradiance measurement signal (0-10 V) Red Supply voltage (12-24 V) Black GND Brown Temperature measurement signal (0-10 V/option) Dimensions and design of the solar sensor. + AI1 + AI2 (orange) Irradiance (brown) Temperature (black) GND (red) 24 V Ø 6 mm Solar sensor POWADOR pro LOG 81 mm 71 mm 24 V + 41 mm 10 mm 140 mm 145 mm 6 mm

8 accessories. The PT1000 ambient temperature sensor with accessories. The self-contained optical meter reader. integrated temperature converter. The PT1000 ambient temperature sensor measures the ambient temperature. It specifies the internal heat dissipation of the modules when compared with a module temperature sensor that is also optionally available. Technical Data External Temperature Sensor The optical meter reader is an optical counter sensor that is used to scan energy counters. It is designed to be connected to the prolog. The counter value that is calibrated by the power supply company can then be used by the measurement equipment in the. It is not necessary to adjust the sensitivity on the counter sensor, because the optical meter reader automatically adjusts to each counter. Optical meter reader Optical scanning of energy counters Automatically adjusts to the respective counter For counter disc or pulse LED temp Input Levels Measuring elements PT1000 Measurement range of TRV1-50 C to +50 C Load At least 5 kω Accuracy Typically +/-1% of the measurement range Operating voltage 15 V DC to 24 V DC Technical Data Operating voltage Max. power consumption Function check Max. sampling rate Optical Meter Reader 5.5 V DC to 30 V DC 5 ma via LED 3 rotations/sec (counter disc) or 5 pulses/sec (LED pulses) sensor Max. 12 ma/24 V DC Protection rating IP50 Temperature -50 C to +70 C Temperature range -20 C to +60 C W x H x D 58 x 45.5 x 103 mm Connection cable 3 m Output 0 V DC to 10 V DC Output S0 pulse Recommended connection cable LiYCY 2 x 2 x 0.5 mm² H x W x D 22.5 x 42.5 x 21.5 mm + AI1 + DI1 POWADOR pro LOG Ambient temperature sensor POWADOR pro LOG Counter sensor with optical meter reader 24 V + 24 V

9 Pure software function on the XL KACO-Power-Control. Professional feed-in management for large PV systems. The DSL Postbox. Now with online LIVE monitoring. Pure software function on all units If you install a system with a rated power of more than 100 kw, you must ensure that the grid operators can remotely control the feed-in power. This is a requirement of the new German Renewable Energies Act ( EEG ) and the Medium Voltage Directive ( Mittelspannungsrichtlinie ) as of With inverters, you are on the right side of the law. KACO Power Control is the new software that keeps law and order. And all KACO feed-in inverters will be equipped with it in future. In addition to the upgrade, the XL data logger is now also equipped with an additional circuit board. The grid operator inputs the command to reduce output to a radio ripple control receiver. It is equipped with four relay outputs that handle the system s rated power in terms of 0%, 30%, 60% and 100%. The data logger translates the signals from the switching output of the radio ripple control receiver and sends a control command to the inverter via. For example, when a signal of 60% is received, the inverters limit the maximum output to 60%. When a signal of 0% is received, the inverters disconnect from the grid. If no signal is received for five minutes, the inverters feed the full output into the grid again. Highlights For reduction of grid feed power in accordance with the revised German Renewable Energies Act In conjunction with the prolog XL For up to 10 central inverters and 32 string inverters (to increase this number additional units are required) Quick installation, simple function test Data logger records every power limitation When power is reduced, the green feed-in LED on the string inverter flashes XP series central inverters provide information in percentages DSL Postbox The with network connection ( 10 / 100 Mbit) is equipped with a special DSL function: the DSL postbox. This requires a DSL connection and access to -web. The DSL connection makes it possible for -web to assign tasks to the in a private local area network (LAN). You can use this function to retrieve missing data, for example. This provides for bidirectional communication between -web and the, which would normally be prevented when using DSL because of safety measures (e.g. a firewall). The DSL postbox also updates the measured data in -web every hour. -web server Internet www Radio ripple control receiver 100% 60% 30% 0% DI1 DI2 DI3 DI4 POWADOR pro LOG Data from the DSL router with firewall Without DSL postbox Communication Energy flow Data from the Internal network (LAN) Switch/hub For 00xi series 4000 supreme 02 series and 25000xi 30000xi 33000xi XP series /notebook1 /notebook

10 POWADOR pro LOG POWADOR pro LOG Evaluation options. -web. Evaluation options. -monitor. -web is an Internet portal that is used in conjunction with the prolog to provide a comprehensive evaluation and visualisation of photovoltaic systems. Access is possible from anywhere in the world via the Internet. Access is password protected. The data displayed depends on the configuration of the data logger. You can evaluate energy production during various time periods and for different partial systems, to include a target/actual comparison of the values on the individual inverters, such as current, voltage, power at the input and output, as well as module temperature and solar irradiance. Furthermore, alarm conditions and the type of messages can be configured and organised. Data tables can be generated over a longer time period using the report function. -web diagrams can be included on your own website for a one-off charge. -web High-end solution for comprehensive remote monitoring Graphic presentation and display of all measured values Compatible with all operating systems Automatic data transmission Comprehensive alarm parameters Alarm notification via , fax or SMS (text message) Summary of all systems in a system park KACO configures the data logger based on the information in the registration form Low annual fee -monitor is a program for local evaluation of the measured values that are recorded by the -pro- LOG data logger. The data is transmitted to the computer by modem or. The data can be imported using a Compact Flash card. You can also configure data transmission on the -pro- LOG to import the measured data that is received via . You can choose different display types. You can also archive the data, allowing you to have visual control of the inverter values over long periods of time. -monitor Simple evaluation on a Live display Detailed view of individual inverters Daily, monthly and annual overview Configuration of the required Compatible with the Windows operating system Free download with -monitor Advantages of -web Worldwide access to measured data Basic data is the same for each user Crossover cable Updates are made centrally Free from typical computer problems Independent of operating system Convenient installation Extremely high level of data security and availability Data/alarm via www Data/alarm via Hourly updates Sending Gateway Receiving Switch/hub /notebook CF Inverter generator power Target/actual comparison of energy production Compact Flash card

11 Evaluation options. Design your digital photovoltaic album with -display WEB. Evaluation options. Design your digital photovoltaic album with -display WEB. Using the -display WEB, data from a system that is monitored via the -web can be conveniently visualised without a. The data is transmitted to the digital picture frame via a WLAN router. The images are compiled via the -web. You can add your own images too. KACO Plant 3 Functional Diagram Technical Data Digital Picture Frame -display WEB Screen 10.4 or 15 TFT LCD Resolution 800 x 600 pixels on a 10.4" display 1024 x 768 pixels on a 15" display Contrast ratio 500:1 on a 10.4 display 350:1 on a 15 display Data storage 256 MB of internal memory, card reader for external wireless memory cards (CF/SD/MMC) USB host, USB client Screenshot of -web (overview of KACO Plant 3 Payment for KACO Plant 3 within one week in May evaluation) Radio interface WLAN b/g Frame Replaceable Audio MP3/WMA Text-based and graphical diagrams Video WMV Daily output Monthly energy Payment Other accessories Stereo speakers, remote control Operating temperature 0 C to +50 C Weather forecast Environmental impact Power supply 100 V to 240 V (50 Hz/60 Hz) 330 x 420 x 57 mm for a 15 display Max. 15 W H x W x D 250 x 300 x 50 mm for a 10.4 display Scope of delivery Digital picture frame with a screen size of 10.4 or 15 -web Data is sent from -web to -display WEB via the Internet WLAN router Requirements with -web www Optionally available POWADOR pro LOG Compilation of the slide show in -web Data is sent from the to -web The data is presented on a digital picture frame via WLAN or an LCD television -display WEB with 42 LCD television and mini, incl. RSS feed for graphical display of system data from the -web portal. Customisable RSS feed for graphical display of system data on a large screen

12 Modern. Versatile. Attractive. Multimedia PV with -display LOCAL. Modern. Versatile. Attractive. Multimedia PV with -display LOCAL. Text-based diagrams System overview Current power of the inverters in watts Current power of the system in kilowatts Current daily yield in euros Total yield of the system in euros Graphical diagrams Current inverter power Current power of the system Energy production for the last 31 days Annual production Total production Environmental impact Up to six inverters can be monitored using -display LOCAL. A separate data logger collects the measurement data of the inverters and transmits it to a Technical Data -display Screen 10.4 TFT LCD digital picture frame via WLAN. The multimedia options make this representative visualisation of the system particularly appealing. Yield of the system For today and yesterday For this month and the previous month For this year and the previous year Total Scope of delivery -LOG Power supply for -LOG WLAN USB stick g Digital picture frame Manual Resolution Contrast ratio Data storage Wireless interface Frame Audio 800 x 600 pixels 10.4 display 256 MB of internal memory Card reader for external memory cards (CF/SD/MMC) USB host USB client WLAN b/g Replaceable MP3/WMA Yield of the inverters For today and yesterday Video WMV Other accessories Stereo speakers, remote control Operating temperature 0 C to +50 C Power supply 100 V to 240 V (50 Hz/60 Hz) Max. 15 W Functional diagram H x W x D 250 x 300 x 50 mm -LOG USB WLAN stick Display the data on a digital picture frame... Technical Data -LOG TM Operating system CPU Linux 32 bit/333 MHz LAN USB optional POWADOR LOG Data transfer via local WLAN 10:15 AM USB interface Interface for inverters For WLAN stick and data export /6 inverters wireless 6 Inverter POWER ETHERNET USB... or on an Apple iphone or ipod touch Interface for Data storage 10/100 Mbit 64 MB of internal flash memory Power Power supply USB Up to 6 inverters Display the data on a /notebook Wireless interface via WLAN USB stick Power supply H x W x D WLAN b/g 2.4 GHz to GHz 100 V to 240 V (50 Hz/60 Hz) Max. 6 W 110 x 110 x 30 mm

13 POWADOR POWADOR POWADOR POWADOR POWADOR POWADOR POWADOR POWADOR KACO-viso. Free visualisation. -link RS232. KACO-viso is software that you use to record and display measured data from inverters. You can download this visualisation tool free of charge from our website at diagram display provide a quick, efficient way for you to monitor your PV system and visualise system data and performance. The -link RS232 is a radio module consisting of a transmitter and receiver. It transmits the inverter data directly to the computer without the need for cables. Wireless data transmission (optionally via USB adapter) 433 MHz band Adjustable frequency RS232 8 Inverter USB optional In conjunction with the inverter, KACOviso assumes the role of data logger and graphically evaluates the measured values that are shown on the inverter display. The data is transferred via the inverter s standard RS232 interface to the and then stored by KACOviso. Data from as many as eight inverters can be recorded simultaneously. The must have one serial interface for each inverter. You can also use special USBto-serial adapters (KACO item number: ). You can use various types of diagrams to display all important system parameters in daily, monthly, annual and complete overviews. The user can choose any diagram type and decide which values (or combination of values) are to be displayed. For example, both the feed-in power and the inverter status can be displayed together in the daily overview diagram. As an alternative, the user may decide to display the maximum inverter temperature together with the operating hours in the monthly overview. You can choose from an online display or use data that was previously recorded. The simple interface and automatic For up to 8 inverters via RS232 Via USB adapter as an option Graphic LIVE recording Can display data that was previously recorded Daily and weekly views are displayed as a line chart Monthly, annual and complete overviews are displayed as bar charts Can display charts without restrictions = Data logger Free download Data import function (e.g. for -minilog data) You can back up previously recorded (or imported) measured values You can use different directories for data Energy (kwh) can be manually entered Multilingual interface: German, English, Spanish, French, Italian -link RS232 Each inverter requires one -link RS232 1:1 cable Range: up to 1,000 m (depending on the topographic situation) -link RS232 transmitter RS232 wireless /notebook with KACO-viso Null modem cable -link RS232 receiver inverters /notebook with KACO-viso USB Interface adapter (1/4/8 ports)* RS Electrical Data Supply 230 V AC /12 V DC power supply 0.96 W to 1.2 W Max. transmitter power 10 mw Mechanical Data Ambient conditions For dry rooms only, -10 C to +55 C Dimensions: D x W x H (mm) 30 x 70 x 95 Communication Range Up to 1,000 m (depending on the topographic situation) Radio approval Frequencies are within the European 433 MHz ISM band (no fee or registration required) Interface RS232 Connection SUB-D 9-pin

14 -minilog. -go Set. The -minilog is KACO s smallest data logger. It stores the measured data from an inverter on an SD card, is easy to use, and consumes very little power. You -minilog One -minilog for each inverter Convenient data import via SD card The battery buffer ensures that data is backed up when a grid failure lasts several days Stores approx. 35,000 inverter operating hours Periodically records operating data in text files can use the free KACO-viso 2 software to graphically evaluate the data from up to eight inverters. Low internal current consumption No operating elements, display uses multicoloured diodes Real-time clock can be set using SD card The -go Set consists of a -go current sensor, a power supply unit, a signalling device, and an appropriate number of connection cables (CAT5). This set allows a function alarm to be implemented independently of the inverter: The -go outputs an acoustic signal after 24 hours without current flow. Other alarms can also be connected. The power unit supplies up to 30 go units. We recommend using -go for monitoring up to seven inverters. For larger systems, the is the more economic alternative. Highlights Alarm for a local function test using a galvanically isolated current measurement Suitable for AC and DC (specify with order) Simple installation on top hat rail Simple wiring using standardised pins (RJ45) Signalling using 3 status LEDs Flexible number of sensors via bus communication () Switch contact with 12 V or 24 V for controlling a signalling device Patch cable Live conductor /notebook with KACO-viso Signalling device alarm 1 Inverter RS232 Patch cable SD card Plug-in power supply Technical Data Supply Interface Removable storage media Connection cable H x W x D RS232 1:1 cable -minilog 230 V/50 Hz Approx. 1.5 W in the measurement range RS232 1GB SD card (USB is built-in) Sub-D cable, 1:1, 9-pin, male/female, 5 m 95.5 x 63 x 49 mm -minilog RS232 transmitter Current Measurement Range -go DC version 14 A AC version 10 A Connector RJ45 Electrical Data Supply 12 V to 24 V/: 23 ma Mechanical Data H x W x D 56 x 35 x 86 mm Installation Top hat rail/conductor feedthrough Ø 11 mm Protection rating IP20 Ambient temperature -20 C to +60 C Alarm Notification Status LED Alarm if I < 130 ma in 24 h Switch contact with 12 V or 24 V/50 ma

15 Large display. -view. Large display. -view. The large display can be used with all KACO photovoltaic inverters and can be directly controlled via the S0 interface on the inverters or the S0 interface on the. The display processes current counter pulses to determine the rest of the operating data: current power, daily work, and total yield. Optional: CO 2 savings You do not need an additional adapter or data logger. If your system has no or you are using multiple inverters, we offer a suitable current counter. If you already have a pulsing counter or are planning on purchasing one, we can usually adapt the display to work with it. Data security The total work value is saved in nonvolatile memory on a regular basis and is therefore secure during a power failure or if the system reboots. The counter for the daily work is automatically reset to zero each night. Customised design Two standard designs are available. The texts and logos can be changed to fit the project. You can also use photo templates. The four-colour front panels (UV system) are protected by acrylic glass and are laminated to make them weatherproof. Setting options You can press a button to preset the total energy value to a start value. The kwh are then added up starting at this value. Large display Technical Data PV3-LC PV3-LED (red) PV3-LED (blue) Housing String profile, black with concealed seals Dimensions (H x W x D) 640 x 520 x 55 mm 720 x 620 x 55 mm 720 x 620 x 55 mm Current counter (e.g. type IPR-3-EMU) Weight 6 kg Operating voltage 230 V, 50 Hz S0 pulse Approx. 1.5 W Approx. 11 W Approx. 11 W Protection rating IP65 IP54 IP54 Displays 7-segment LCD, reflective, character height 40 mm 7-segment LED, character height 57 mm lights up in red, super bright 7-segment LED, character height 57 mm lights up in blue, super bright Connection Current counter with potential-free pulse output (S0 interface) as a direct connection to an inverter, or Grid line Data line Data backup Installation EEPROM for total kwh value Wall mounting L N PE Connection box Installation: JY-(St)-Y 2 x 0.6 mm 2 Distance: max. 200 m

16 PV-pilot offers the following functions: PV system design You can find out which KACO inverters are suited for your system based on module type and number of modules. The power of the modules in relation to the inverter power, the MPP voltage at high module temperatures, the open circuit voltage at low module temperatures, and the system voltage of the modules are taken into account. Yield An average annual irradiance value is stored for each postcode. The direction and installation angle of the modules are factored in with this irradiance value to calculate the projected yield. The projected yield is a conservative estimate that is normally surpassed during actual operation. Inverter design For a larger number of a specific module type, the program will calculate how many modules and strings can be connected to the individual inverters. PV-pilot. The free system design program. PV-pilot is a free program that is used for professional design and yield simulation of grid-connected photovoltaic systems. It replaces KACOCALC Pro. Calculations are based on the technical data of all KACO inverters, several hundred PV module types, and average radiation values for the last 10 years in the Federal Republic of Germany. You can use PV-pilot to design your entire system based on the module data that is already stored or using key figures that you enter yourself. You can also calculate the projected yield and the loss from AC and DC lines, to include the loss during single-phase and three-phase feed-in. The program is available in German, English, Spanish, Italian, Czech, and French, and is compatible with the Windows operating system. Cable loss calculation The cable loss calculation is divided into three sub-groups: DC cable loss, AC cable loss, and three-phase AC cable loss. This means that you can calculate individual types of cable loss. For cable loss on the DC side, you can also factor in generator junction boxes. PV modules All common PV modules are stored in a list that is continuously updated. If your module is not included in the list, you can easily add new modules using an entry form. The modules you add are retained after updates. Imprint Published and Edited By KACO new energy GmbH Concept and Layout The Ad Store GmbH Photography KACO new energy GmbH Foto Fischer Taube Photoproduction The text and figures reflect the current technical state at the time of printing. Subject to technical changes. Errors and omissions excepted. Copyright The copyright for all content is held by KACO new energy GmbH. All rights reserved. This material may not be reprinted without written consent from the publisher

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