Monitoring | Software

Monitoring | Software

Monitoring and Software
Contents
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Monitoring and Software
3 Monitoring at a glance
5 For all situations
Remote monitoring
6 Powador-proLOG
9 Powador-link RS485
10 IO Module
11 Powador-go
12 Insolation sensor
14 Ambient temperature sensor
15 Optical meter reader
16 KACO-Power-Control
17 DSL Postbox
18 Powador-web
19 Powador-monitor
20 Powador-display WEB
Local monitoring
22 Powador-display LOCAL
24 KACO-viso
25 Powador-link RS232
26 Powador-miniLOG
27 Powador-go Set
28 Powador-view
30 Powador PV-pilot
31 Imprint
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.
Overview of inverter interfaces
Applications
Interface on
Inverter
Max. Number of
Monitored
Inverters
Interface on
PC or Notebook
Monitoring and Software
RS232 RS485 Ethernet
Powador 2500xi / 3600xi / 4000xi / 4500xi / 5000xi ■ ■
Powador 4000 supreme ■ ■
Powador 2002 / 3002 / 4202 / 5002 / 6002 ■ ■
Powador 6400xi / 6650xi / 7200xi / 8000xi
■
Powador 6400 / 6650 / 7200 / 8000 supreme
■
Powador 10.0 TL3 / 12.0 TL3 / 14.0 TL3 ■ ■
Powador 25000xi / 30000xi / 33000xi / Park
■
Powador 30.0 TL3 / 37.5 TL3 / 39.0 TL3 ■ ■
Powador 12.0 TR3 / 14.0 TR3 / 18.0 TR3 ■ ■
Powador XP100-HV / XP200-HV / XP250-HV ■ ■
Powador XP200-HV TL / XP250-HV TL / XP350-HV TL ■ ■
Monitoring Alarm Notification,
Visualisation
KACO-viso RS232 8 RS232, USB adapter Local Visualisation
Powador-miniLOG RS232 1* SD card Local Visualisation
Powador-go Set - 30 - Local Alarm notification
Powador-display
LOCAL
RS485 6 Ethernet, WLAN Local Visualisation
Powador-proLOG S RS485 Up to 50 kWp Ethernet, modem Remote, local Alarm notification,
visualisation
Powador-proLOG
M, L, XL
RS485 32** Ethernet, modem Remote, local Alarm notification,
visualisation
*One Powador-miniLOG is required for each inverter. You can evaluate up to eight Powador-miniLOGs with KACO-viso.
**You will need additional Powador-proLOG units to monitor more inverters.
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Monitoring and Software Monitoring and Software
Evaluation Logger and monitoring Sensoric
Meteorological data Environmental data
Current measurement Power measurement Inverter
4 | 5
POWADOR pro LOG
MADE IN GERMANY
Insolation
sensor
Powador-display WEB
XL
GPRS/GSM
ISDN
Analogue
DSL
KACO-viso2
Powador-monitor
Ambient temperature
sensor
Analogue Analogue
ProLOG
Powador-web
S0 pulse
Internet
Ethernet
Counter sensor
Digital
SD-card
PowadorminiLOG
Data
Powador-go
Powador Argus
PowerPOWADOR LOG MADE IN GERMANY
RS 232
RS 232
RS485
ESC
POWER RS485 ETHERNET
WLAN
RS485
Powador-miniLOG Powador-LOG
Powador-display LOCAL
Ethernet
USB
Powador
link
S0 pulse
Large display
Live conductor
Powador-go
set
AC or DC
For all situations.
Accessories for PV system monitoring.
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.
1 Inverter Maximum number of
inverters that can be
managed
6 Inverter Maximum number of
inverters that can be
managed
8 Inverter Maximum number of
inverters that can be
managed
32Inverter Maximum number of
inverters that can be
managed
10Inverter Maximum number of
central inverters that
can be managed
RS485
RS485 interface
counter
1
sensor
display
solar power plant
wireless
USB
optional
modem
alarm
alarm
temp
Compatible
PC temp
Inverter
monitoring
String
monitoring
Module
temperature
monitoring
General
temperature
monitoring
50 kWp Maximum system size contact Contact 1
Compatible
with all
sunlight Solar irradiance
sensor
operating
3 4
systems: e.g.
Windows,
Linux,
RS232 interface
Contact 2
Mac OSX
Wind sensor
RS232
1 x AD Number of
analogue and
LAN LAN connection
via
alarm General
monitoring
digital inputs
Ethernet
4 x AD
8 x DI
contact
1 2
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:
Number of
analogue and
digital inputs
Number of digital
inputs
Energy counter
Power recording
via counter sensor
All-purpose
large display
PC
Wireless
transmission
Optional USB
adapter
Connection
via modem
with operating
system:
Windows
wind
4 | 5

32Inverter 10Inverter RS485 modem
LAN
50 kWp
1 x AD
Monitoring and Software
4 x AD
RS485
PC
PC
modem LAN
Powador-proLOG.
The professional data logger for every application.
The Powador-proLOG is a data logger
that provides extensive options for local
and remote monitoring on the PC.
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 e-mail address of your choice as a
text file. The data logger also automatically
reports by e-mail, 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 PC. The free
Powador-monitor software enables
users to view data graphically. You can
access the data from anywhere in the
world using the password protected
Powador-web Internet portal.
General Data
Powador-proLOG S
For systems with a max. of
50 kW via RS485
Powador-proLOG M | L | XL
For 32/10 inverters via RS485
Max. of 32x Powador
00xi/01xi/02/XP100/XP350
Max. of 10x Powador 30 000xi
All units with Ethernet and display
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 e-mail
Display of measured data (text)
Graphic display (optional)
Powador-monitor
Powador-web
Electrical Data
Input Levels
Powador-proLOG S Powador-proLOG M | L | XL
Power supply 230 V/50 Hz (85 V to 260 V) 230 V/50 Hz (85 V to 260 V)
Power consumption 7.5 W 7.5 W
Analogue inputs
0 V to 10 V (maximum load: 24 V)
0 V to 10 V (maximum load: 24 V)
(configurable)
0 mA to 20 mA (maximum load: 40 mA/3 V) 0 mA to 20 mA (maximum load: 40 mA/3 V)
PT 1000 resistance measurement
PT 1000 resistance measurement
Digital inputs low = 0 V to 7 V
low = 0 V to 7 V
Output Levels
high = 9 V to 24 V
high = 9 V to 24 V
Digital output Optocoupler output (maximum load: 70 V/50 mA) Optocoupler output (maximum load: 70 V/50 mA)
Internal battery (internal clock)
Mechanical Data
Lithium cell/Type Li2032 Lithium cell/Type Li2032
H x W x D 90 x 160 x 73 mm 230 x 225 x 85 mm
Installation Top hat rail mounting Wall mounting
Protection rating IP20 IP21
Weight
Ambient Temperature
360 g 1 kg
Operation 0 °C to +55 °C 0 °C to +55 °C
Storage and shipment -22 °C to +65 °C -22 °C to +65 °C
System monitoring.
Functional diagram.
Powador Powador Powador Powador-proLOG
RS485 RS485
Remote system monitoring
(Powador-proLOG L/XL only)
Warning messages
E-mail SMS Fax
Configuration | LIVE Values
Version Direct Connection:
PC to Powador-proLOG
RS485 Ethernet
Screenshot of expert page Screenshot of installation wizard
Alarm notification options of the Powador-proLOG
Alarm Notification
via
Local evaluation using
Powador-monitor
software
Special Feature
Monitoring and Software
Ethernet PC with network card (Ethernet) E-mail You must be able to send e-mail messages over the network
Analogue PC with analogue modem E-mail/SMS/Fax
ISDN PC with ISDN modem E-mail/SMS Connect to telephone system or directly to the S0 interface
(NTBA)
GSM PC with analogue modem E-mail/SMS/Fax GSM or GPRS data card can be obtained from KACO
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Powador-web
via
KACO server
www
GSM or
telephone
network

L
230 V
Monitoring and Software
Powador-proLOG.
Connection diagram.
230 V AC
N
GSM
ANT
GSM
GPRS
(
( (
Overview of Features Powador-proLOG S Powador-proLOG M Powador-proLOG L Powador-proLOG XL
Variants 1. Ethernet/DSL
2. Analogue
Access to proLOG data via Ethernet
Dial-up connection
(modem)
Compact card reader
Flash
Integrated modem for
remote monitoring
Modem, 24 V
analogue, perm.
Powador-go Analogue inputs
ISDN
Ethernet RS485
Digital inputs
alarm
AI 4
+
-
AI 3
+
wind temp temp sunlight
1. No modem
2. Analogue
-
AI 2
Overview of features for all sizes
+
-
AI 1
+
-
modem LAN WR
1. Ethernet/DSL 1. Analogue
2. ISDN
Ethernet
Compact card reader
Flash
Ethernet
Dial-up connection
(modem)
Compact card reader
Flash
1. No modem 1. Analogue
2. ISDN
contact contact counter
1 2 3 4 2
1. Ethernet/DSL
2. Analogue
3. ISDN
4. GSM
Ethernet
Dial-up connection
(modem)
Compact card reader
Flash
1. No modem
2. Analogue
3. ISDN
4. GSM
Interface for local evaluation Ethernet Ethernet Ethernet Ethernet
Interface for connection of inverter
and current sensors
RS485 RS485 RS485 RS485
Number of inverters/central inverters
that can be connected
See power limit 32/10 32/10 32/10
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 Powador-go units that can
be connected
100 100 100 100
Powador-go address range 0 to 99 0 to 99 0 to 99 0 to 99
Analogue inputs for sensors 1 1 1 4
Digital inputs (pulse counter or similar) 1 1 1 4
Alarm/S0 output, optically isolated 1 1 1 1
Displays on unit 4 LEDs
4 LEDs
4 LEDs
4 LEDs
Display with
Display with
Display with
Display with
2 x 16 characters 2 x 16 characters 2 x 16 characters 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 Powador-monitor Powador-monitor Powador-monitor Powador-monitor
Evaluation via Internet Powador-web Powador-web Powador-web Powador-web
24 V
ext.
B
A
DI 4
+
-
DI 3
+
-
DI 2
+
-
DI 1
+
-
counter
1
Digital
output
DI 0
+
Large
display
alarm
-
Solarstromanlage
or
Powador-proLOG
accessories.
Powador-link RS485.
The Powador-link RS485 is a radio module
consisting of a transmitter and receiver,
which uses the wireless extension
of the RS485 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 Powador-RS485 transmitter
to the Powador-RS485 receiver
by radio. The data of two part busses
are provided with one data logger.
Powador-proLOG
Powador-link RS485
Wireless data transmission
433 MHz band
For use with the Powador-proLOG
Range: up to 1,000 m (depending on
the topographic situation)
Optional outdoor antenna (3 m/5 m)
Monitoring and Software
wireless RS485
8 | 9 8 | 9
POWADOR pro LOG
MADE IN GERMANY
XL
Powador-link
RS485
transmitter
Powador-link
RS485 receiver
Electrical Data
Supply 230 V /12 V power supply
AC DC
Power consumption 0.96 W to 1.2 W
Max. transmitter power
Mechanical Data
10 mW
Ambient conditions For dry rooms only, -10 °C to +55 °C
Dimensions: D x W x H (mm)
Communication
30 x 70 x 95
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 RS485
Connection Screw terminals, 2-pin connection

Monitoring and Software
4 x AD 8 x DI
Powador-proLOG
accessories.
IO Module.
The IO module is an extension module
that allows you to add more analogue
and digital channels to the PowadorproLOG.
Ethernet is used to implement
communication between the IO module
and the Powador-proLOG. The extension
module is available in two versions:
Electrical Data
Input Levels
Power supply 230 V/50 Hz (85 V to 260 V)
Power consumption 7.5 W
Analogue inputs
0 V to 10 V (maximum load: 24 V)
(configurable)
0 mA to 20 mA (maximum load: 40 mA/3 V)
PT 1000 resistance measurement
Digital inputs
Output Levels
low = 0 V to 7 V
high = 9 V to 24 V
Digital output Optocoupler output (maximum load: 70 V/50 mA)
Internal battery
(internal clock)
Mechanical Data
Lithium cell/Type Li2032
H x W x D 90 x 160 x 73 mm
Installation Top hat rail mounting
Protection rating IP20
Weight
Ambient temperature
360 g
Operation 0 °C to +55 °C
Storage and shipment -22 °C to +65 °C
IO module 1 (4 analogue inputs,
4 digital inputs, 1 digital output)
IO module 2 (8 digital inputs,
1 digital output)
IO module Powador-proLOG
Crossover cable
IO module Powador-proLOG
Switch/hub
PC
POWADOR pro LOG
MADE IN GERMANY
POWADOR pro LOG
MADE IN GERMANY
XL
XL
Powador-proLOG
accessories.
Powador-go current sensors.
As an accessory for the large PowadorproLOG
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.
2. It also allows the monitoring of inverters
without RS485 interface via the
Powador-proLOG.
Simple installation on top hat rail
Simple wiring using standardised pins
(RJ45)
Signalling using three status LEDs
Flexible number of sensors via bus
communication (RS485)
Up to 100 Powador-go units can be
connected to one Powador-proLOG
Up to five Powador-go units can be
connected together with the data
logger to the power supply of the
Powador-proLOG (24 V/320 mA)
The current measurement range must
be specified with the order when using
with the Powador-proLOG
A repeater is required for more than
32 bus devices
Monitoring and Software
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Powador-go
Suitable for AC and DC (specify with
order)
Galvanically isolated current measurement
Two versions:
Advanced (RS485 is not optically
isolated)
Premium (RS485 is optically isolated)
Max. 100
Powador-go
units Max. 32 inverters
Connected by
a patch cable
RS485
RS485
Terminating resistor
R = 330 Ohm
Current Measurement Range
DC version 14 A; 35 A; 70 A
AC version
Communication
10 A; 25 A; 50 A
Interface RS485 (for connecting to the Powador-proLOG)
Connector
Electrical Data
RJ45
Supply 12 V to 24 V DC DC
Power consumption
Mechanical Data
23 mA
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
alarm

Monitoring and Software
sunlight
+ –
AI1
POWADOR pro LOG
MADE IN GERMANY
XL
temp
+ –
AI2
24 V
+ –
Powador-proLOG
Powador-proLOG
accessories.
Insolation sensors Si-12TC and Si-12TC-T.
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
(orange) Irradiance
(brown) Temperature
(black) GND
(red) 24 V
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)
Solar sensor
Powador-proLOG
accessories.
Insolation sensors Si-12TC and Si-12TC-T.
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
Power consumption 0.3 mA
Cell size 50 x 34 mm
Weight
Type Si-12TC (Solar Irradiance)
340 g
Measurement range 0 to 1 200 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
Connection Assignment
4 x 0.14 mm² (UV-resistant), 3 m
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.
Monitoring and Software
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81 mm
71 mm
41 mm
10 mm
140 mm
145 mm
Ø 6 mm
6 mm

temp
Monitoring and Software
+ –
AI1
POWADOR pro LOG
MADE IN GERMANY
XL
24 V
+ –
Powador-proLOG
Powador-proLOG
accessories.
The PT1000 ambient temperature sensor with
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
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 to 24 V DC DC
Power consumption Max. 12 mA/24 VDC Temperature -50 °C to +70 °C
W x H x D 58 x 45.5 x 103 mm
Output 0 V to 10 V DC DC
Recommended connection cable LiYCY 2 x 2 x 0.5 mm²
Ambient temperature sensor
Powador-proLOG
accessories.
The self-contained optical meter reader.
The optical meter reader is an optical counter
sensor that is used to scan energy counters. It
is designed to be connected to the PowadorproLOG.
The counter value that is calibrated
by the power supply company can then be
used by the measurement equipment in the
Powador-proLOG. It is not necessary to adjust
the sensitivity on the counter sensor, because
the optical meter reader automatically
adjusts to each counter.
Technical Data Optical Meter Reader
Operating voltage 5.5 V DC to 30 V DC
Max. power consumption 5 mA
Function check via LED
Optical meter reader
Optical scanning of energy counters
Automatically adjusts to the respective
counter
For counter disc or pulse LED
Max. sampling rate 3 rotations/sec (counter disc) or 5 pulses/sec (LED
pulses)
Protection rating IP50
Temperature range -20 °C to +60 °C
Connection cable 3 m
Output S0 pulse
H x W x D 22.5 x 42.5 x 21.5 mm
Monitoring and Software
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POWADOR pro LOG
MADE IN GERMANY
+ –
DI1
XL
24 V
+ –
Powador-proLOG
sensor
Counter sensor with
optical meter reader

Monitoring and Software
Pure
software function
on the Powador-proLOG XL
Radio ripple control
receiver
100%
60%
30%
0%
Communication
Energy flow
For Powador 00xi series | 4000 supreme | 02 series and
Powador 25000xi | 30000xi | 33000xi | XP series
KACO-Power-Control.
Professional feed-in management for
large PV systems.
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 2010. With Powador 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
Powador-proLOG 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 RS485. For example,
when a signal of 60% is received,
the inverters limit the maximum output to
60%. When a signal of 0% is received,
DI1
DI2
DI3
DI4
POWADOR pro LOG
MADE IN GERMANY
XL
Powador-proLOG
RS485
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 PowadorproLOG
XL
For up to 10 Powador central inverters
and 32 Powador string inverters
(to increase this number additional
Powador-proLOG 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 Powador string
inverter flashes
XP series central inverters provide
information in percentages
Powador
Powador
Powador
The DSL Postbox.
Now with online LIVE monitoring.
DSL Postbox
The Powador-proLOG with network
connection (Ethernet 10 / 100 Mbit) is
equipped with a special DSL function:
the DSL postbox. This requires a DSL
connection and access to Powador-web.
The DSL connection makes it possible
for Powador-web to assign tasks to the
Powador-proLOG in a private local area
network (LAN). You can use this function
to retrieve missing data, for example.
This provides for bidirectional communication
between Powador-web and the
Powador-proLOG, 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 Powador-web every hour.
Data from the Powador-proLOG
Data from the Powador-proLOG
Internal network (LAN)
Powador-web server
Powador-proLOG PC/notebook1 PC/notebook2
Monitoring and Software
Pure
software function
on all Powador-proLOG units
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www
Switch/hub
Internet
DSL router with
firewall
Without DSL postbox

Monitoring and Software
PC
Evaluation options.
Powador-web.
Powador-web is an Internet portal that
is used in conjunction with the PowadorproLOG
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. Powador-web
diagrams can be included on your own
website for a one-off charge.
Powador-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 e-mail, fax or
SMS (text message)
Summary of all Powador-proLOG
systems in a system park
KACO configures the data logger
based on the information in the
registration form
Low annual fee
Advantages of Powador-web
Worldwide access to measured data
Basic data is the same for each user
Updates are made centrally
Free from typical computer problems
Independent of operating system
Convenient installation
Extremely high level of data security
and availability
Hourly updates
Inverter – generator power Target/actual comparison of energy production
Evaluation options.
Powador-monitor.
Powador-monitor is a PC program for
local evaluation of the measured values
that are recorded by the Powador-pro-
LOG data logger. The data is transmitted
to the computer by modem or Ethernet.
The data can be imported using a Compact
Flash card. You can also configure
data transmission on the Powador-pro-
LOG to import the measured data that is
received via e-mail. 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.
Powador-monitor
Simple evaluation on a PC
Live display
Detailed view of individual inverters
Daily, monthly and annual overview
Configuration of the
Powador-proLOG required
Compatible with the Windows
operating system
Free download
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POWADOR pro LOG
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Powador-proLOG PC with Powador-monitor
XL
POWADOR pro LOG
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Data/alarm
via e-mail
Sending
Powador-proLOG
Crossover cable
www
CF
Gateway
Switch/hub
Compact Flash card
Data/alarm
via e-mail
Receiving
PC/notebook
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Functional Diagram
POWADOR pro LOG
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Powador-web
XL
Evaluation options.
Design your digital photovoltaic album with
Powador-display WEB.
Using the Powador-display WEB, data
from a system that is monitored via the
Powador-web can be conveniently visualised
without a PC. The data is trans-
Technical Data Digital Picture Frame
mitted to the digital picture frame via a
WLAN router. The images are compiled
via the Powador-web. You can add your
own images too.
Powador-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
memory cards (CF/SD/MMC)
USB host, USB client
Radio interface WLAN 802.11 b/g
Frame Replaceable
Audio MP3/WMA
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)
Power consumption Max. 15 W
H x W x D 250 x 300 x 50 mm for a 10.4“ display
330 x 420 x 57 mm for a 15“ display
Compilation of the slide show
in Powador-web
Data is sent from the
Powador-proLOG to
Powador-web
Data is sent from Powador-web
to Powador-display WEB via the
Internet
www
The data is presented on
a digital picture frame via
WLAN or an LCD television
WLAN router
Evaluation options.
Design your digital photovoltaic album
with Powador-display WEB.
Screenshot of Powador-web (overview of KACO “Plant 3”
evaluation)
Text-based and graphical diagrams
Daily output Monthly energy Payment
Weather forecast Environmental impact
Scope of delivery
Digital picture frame
with a screen size of 10.4“ or 15“
Requirements
Powador-proLOG
with Powador-web
Optionally available
Powador-display WEB with 42“ LCD
television and mini PC, incl. RSS feed
for graphical display of system data
from the Powador-web portal.
Customisable RSS feed for graphical
display of system data on a large
screen.
Payment for KACO “Plant 3” within one week in May
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Functional diagram
Powador-LOG
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POWER RS485 ETHERNET USB
Power
Power supply
RS485
Modern. Versatile.
Attractive.
Multimedia PV with Powador-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
Yield of the system
For today and yesterday
For this month and the previous
month
For this year and the previous year
Total
Yield of the inverters
For today and yesterday
USB
USB WLAN stick
TM
Data transfer
via local WLAN
Ethernet
Up to 6 Powador inverters
Graphical diagrams
Current inverter power
Current power of the system
Energy production for the last
31 days
Annual production
Total production
Environmental impact
Scope of delivery
Powador-LOG
Power supply for Powador-LOG
WLAN USB stick 802.11g
Digital picture frame
Manual
Display the data on a digital
picture frame...
10:15 AM
... or on an
Apple iPhone ®
or iPod touch ®
Display the data on a
PC/notebook
Modern. Versatile.
Attractive.
Multimedia PV with Powador-display LOCAL.
Up to six inverters can be monitored using
Powador-display LOCAL. A separate
data logger collects the measurement
data of the inverters and transmits it to a
digital picture frame via WLAN. The multimedia
options make this representative
visualisation of the system particularly
appealing.
Technical Data
Powador-display
Screen 10.4“ TFT LCD
Resolution 800 x 600 pixels
Contrast ratio 10.4“ display
Data storage 256 MB of internal memory
Card reader for external memory cards (CF/SD/MMC)
USB host
USB client
Wireless interface WLAN 802.11 b/g
Frame Replaceable
Audio MP3/WMA
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)
Power consumption Max. 15 W
H x W x D 250 x 300 x 50 mm
Technical Data
Powador-LOG
Operating system Linux
CPU 32 bit/333 MHz
USB interface For WLAN stick and data export
Interface for inverters RS485/6 inverters
Interface for PC Ethernet 10/100 Mbit
Data storage 64 MB of internal flash memory
Wireless interface via
WLAN 802.11 b/g
WLAN USB stick
2.4 GHz to 2.4835 GHz
Power supply 100 V to 240 V (50 Hz/60 Hz)
Power consumption Max. 6 W
H x W x D 110 x 110 x 30 mm
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RS485
wireless
LAN
6 Inverter
USB
optional
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RS232 8 PC
Inverter
USB
optional
KACO-viso.
Free visualisation.
KACO-viso is software that you use to
record and display measured data from
Powador inverters. You can download
this visualisation tool free of charge from
our website at www.kaco-newenergy.de.
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
Powador inverter’s standard RS232 interface
to the PC and then stored by KACOviso.
Data from as many as eight inverters
can be recorded simultaneously. The PC
must have one serial interface for each
inverter. You can also use special USBto-serial
adapters (KACO item number:
60900017).
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
Powador inverters
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PC/notebook
with KACO-viso
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USB
diagram display provide a quick, efficient
way for you to monitor your PV system
and visualise system data and performance.
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
PC = Data logger
Free download
Data import function (e.g. for
Powador-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
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Interface adapter
(1/4/8 ports)*
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RS232
5 6 7 8
1 2 3 4
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Powador-link RS232.
The Powador-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.
Powador-link RS232
Each inverter requires one
Powador-link RS232
Wireless data transmission
(optionally via USB adapter)
433 MHz band
Adjustable frequency
Range: up to 1,000 m (depending on
the topographic situation)
Electrical Data
Supply 230 V /12 V power supply
AC DC
Power consumption 0.96 W to 1.2 W
Max. transmitter power
Mechanical Data
10 mW
Ambient conditions For dry rooms only, -10 °C to +55 °C
Dimensions: D x W x H (mm)
Communication
30 x 70 x 95
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
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Powador
PC/notebook
with KACO-viso
1:1 cable
Null modem cable
Powador-link
RS232 transmitter
Powador-link
RS232 receiver
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1 Inverter RS232
Powador-miniLOG.
The Powador-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
Powador-miniLOG
One Powador-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
Powador
RS232
Technical Data Powador-miniLOG
Supply 230 V/50 Hz
can use the free KACO-viso 2 software to
graphically evaluate the data from up to
eight inverters.
Power consumption Approx. 1.5 W in the measurement range
Interface RS232
1:1 cable
Removable storage media 1GB SD card (USB is built-in)
Connection cable Sub-D cable, 1:1, 9-pin, male/female, 5 m
H x W x D 95.5 x 63 x 49 mm
Low internal current consumption
No operating elements, display uses
multicoloured diodes
Real-time clock can be set using
SD card
PC/notebook with
KACO-viso
SD card
Powador-miniLOG
RS232 transmitter
Powador-go Set.
The Powador-go Set consists of a
Powador-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
Powador-go outputs an acoustic signal
after 24 hours without current flow.
Other alarms can also be connected. The
power unit supplies up to 30 Powadorgo
units.
We recommend using Powador-go
for monitoring up to seven inverters.
For larger systems, the Powador-proLOG
is the more economic alternative.
Plug-in power
supply
Patch cable
Current Measurement Range Powador-go
DC version 14 A
AC version 10 A
Connector RJ45
Patch cable
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 (RS485)
Switch contact with 12 V or 24 V for
controlling a signalling device
Signalling device
Live conductor
Electrical Data
Supply 12 V to 24 V/Power consumption: 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
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Large display.
Powador-view.
The large display can be used with all
KACO photovoltaic inverters and can be
directly controlled via the S0 interface on
the Powador inverters or the S0 interface
on the Powador-proLOG. 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
Powador-proLOG 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.
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
Weight 6 kg
Operating voltage 230 V, 50 Hz
Power consumption 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
Connection Current counter with potential-free pulse output (S0 interface)
as a direct connection to an inverter, or Powador-proLOG
Data backup EEPROM for total kWh value
Installation Wall mounting
7-segment LED,
character height 57 mm
lights up in blue, super bright
Large display.
Powador-view.
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Large display
Grid line
L N PE
Data line
Connection box
Current counter (e.g.
type IPR-3-EMU)
Installation: JY-(St)-Y 2 x 0.6 mm 2
Distance: max. 200 m
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Powador PV-pilot.
The free system design program.
Powador 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 Powador 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.
Powador 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.
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.
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Imprint
Published and Edited By
KACO new energy GmbH
www.kaco-newenergy.de
Concept and Layout
The Ad Store GmbH
www.the-adstore.de
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 2010. 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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Carl-Zeiss-Straße 1
74172 Neckarsulm,
Germany
Phone +49 7132 3818 - 0
Fax +49 7132 3818 - 703
info@kaco-newenergy.de
www.kaco-newenergy.de