Installation Guide

Data Logger
For North America
Version 1.2
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Disclaimers
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FCC Compliance
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment
does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, you are encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.

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Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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Support and Contact Information

If you have technical problems concerning SolarEdge products, please contact us:
USA and Canada: 1 510 498 3200
Worldwide: +972 073 2403118
Fax: +1 (530) 273-2769
Email: ussupport@solaredge.com.
Support Center: https://www.solaredge.com/us/service/support
Before contact, make sure to have the following information at hand:
Model and serial number of the product in question.
The error indicated on the Inverter LCD screen or on the monitoring platform or by
the LEDs, if there is such an indication.
System configuration information, including the type and number of modules
connected and the number and length of strings.
The communication method to the SolarEdge server, if the site is connected.
The software version as appears in the ID status screen.

Version History
Data Logger:
Version 1.0 (Oct. 2017) - Initial release
Version 1.1 (Nov. 2017) - Technical specification update
Version 1.2 (May 2019) - editorial modifications

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Contents
Disclaimers 1
Important Notice 1
FCC Compliance 1
Support and Contact Information 3
Contents 4
HANDLING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 6
Safety Symbols Information 6
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 7
Chapter 1: Introducing the Data Logger 8
Overview 8
Data Logger Interfaces 9
Chapter 2: Installing the Data Logger 12
Transport and Storage 12
Package Contents 12
Installation Equipment 12
Installation Guidelines 12
Communication Glands 13
Opening Conduit Drill Guides 14
Safety 15
Installation Workflow 15
Mounting the Data Logger 15
Connecting the SolarEdge Data Logger to AC 16
Chapter 3: Connecting the Data Logger to the Installation 18
Overview 18
Creating an RS485 Bus Connection 18
Verifying the Connection 22
Troubleshooting the RS485 Communication 23
RS485 Configuration Options 23
Connecting an RGM (Optional) 25
Chapter 4: Connecting Environmental Sensors (Optional) 26
Overview 26
Connecting Sensors to the Data Logger 27
Configuring Environmental Sensors 29
Sensor Connection Example 34
Chapter 5: LCD – Status Screens and Setup Options 38
Status Screens - Operational Mode 38
Configuration Menu Options 43
Chapter 6: Setting Up Monitoring through the Data Logger (Optional) 48

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Communication Dataflow 48
Communication Options 48
Creating an Ethernet (LAN) Connection 50
Appendix A: Mounting the ZigBee Plug-in in the Data Logger 54
Appendix B: Inserting the GSM Modem in the Data Logger 55
Appendix C: Replacing the Data Logger Component 57
Appendix D: Replacing the Power Supply Unit 58
Appendix E: Errors and Troubleshooting 60
Troubleshooting Communication 60
Appendix F: Mechanical Specifications 63
Appendix G: Technical Specifications 64

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HANDLING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

During installation, testing and inspection, adherence to all the handling and safety
instructions is mandatory. Failure to do so may result in injury or loss of life and
damage to the equipment.

Safety Symbols Information

The following safety symbols are used in this document. Familiarize yourself with the
symbols and their meaning before installing or operating the system.
WARNING!
Denotes a hazard. It calls attention to a procedure that, if not correctly
performed or adhered to, could result in injury or loss of life. Do not proceed
beyond a warning note until the indicated conditions are fully understood and
met.
AVERTISSEMENT!
Dénote un risque: il attire l'attention sur une opération qui, si elle n'est pas faite
ou suivi correctement, pourrait causer des blessures ou un danger de mort. Ne
pas dépasser une telle note avant que les conditions requises soient
totallement comprises et accomplies.
CAUTION!
Denotes a hazard. It calls attention to a procedure that, if not correctly
performed or adhered to, could result in damage or destruction of the
product. Do not proceed beyond a caution sign until the indicated conditions
are fully understood and met.
ATTENTION!
Dénote un risque: il attire l'attention sur une opération qui, si elle n'est pas faite
ou suivi correctement, pourrait causer un dommage ou destruction de
l'équipement. Ne pas dépasser une telle note avant que les conditions requises
soient totallement comprises et accomplies.
NOTE
Denotes additional information about the current subject.
IMPORTANT SAFETY FEATURE
Denotes information about safety issues.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
WARNING!
Opening the Data Logger and repairing or testing under power must be
performed only by qualified service personnel familiar with this device.
AVERTISSEMENT!
L’unité ne doit être Data Logger que par un technicien qualifié dans le cadre de
l'installation et de la maintenance.
WARNING!
The device should not be serviced when powered up. Make sure to power down
the equipment before performing service activities.
AVERTISSEMENT!
La maintenance de cet équipement ne doit pas être faite quand il est en marche.
Assurez-vous de l'éteindre avant toute maintenance.
CAUTION!
Communications cabling between the Data Logger and external devices must
not use wires that span more than one building, as per the UL 60950-2 standard.

ATTENTION!
Le câblage de la communication entre le Compteur d'énergie et les appareils ne
doivent pas utiliser des câbles qui peuvent s'étendre d'un bâtiment à un autre,
d'après le standard UL 600950-2.

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Chapter 1: Introducing the Data Logger

Overview
The Data Logger is an enclosed Control and Communication Gateway that can be
connected to SolarEdge and non-SolarEdge devices, and can transfer the monitoring
data to the monitoring platform and optionally, to a non-SolarEdge logger.
(1)
The Data Logger can connect to the following devices :
SolarEdge devices, such as inverters
Environmental sensors
Revenue grade meters
Power control devices
Loggers

NOTE
Sensors and meters are available from SolarEdge and are sold separately.

Figure 1: The Data Logger

(1)
For a list of supported meters and environmental sensors, refer to https://www.solaredge.com/se-

supported-devices

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Figure 2: Example of sensor connection to the SolarEdge Data Logger

Data Logger Interfaces

The Data Logger external and internal interfaces are described in this section.

External Interfaces
Communications glands: used to thread communications cables into the Data
Logger enclosure
Drill guide for AC: used to feed the Data Logger power supply as described in
Connecting the SolarEdge Data Logger to AC on page 16. The AC power cable is
threaded through the designated drill guide, as shown in Figure 3.
Additional drill guides: provide additional cabling entry points in the Data Logger
enclosure as required

Figure 3: Data Logger external interfaces

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Internal Interfaces

Figure 4: Data Logger internal interfaces

LCD and LCD Buttons

The LCD screen displays status information of the system and various menus for
configuration options. The LCD panel and buttons are used during the following
processes:
Operational mode: The LCD panel allows checking for proper system operation.
Refer to Status Screens - Operational Mode on page 38 for a description of this
option.
Setup mode: Upon installation, an installer may perform basic configurationas
described in Configuration Menu Options on page 43.
Error messages: In the event of a problem, an error message may be displayed on
the LCD panel.
For more information, refer to Errors and Troubleshooting on page 60.
Use the four user buttons to control the LCD panel menus:
Esc: Moves the cursor (>) to the beginning of the currently displayed parameter;
goes to the previous menu, and cancels a value change with a long press (until
Aborted is displayed).

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Up (1) and Down (2): Moves the cursor from one menu option to another, moves
among the characters of a displayed parameter, and toggles between possible
characters when setting a value.
Enter (3): Selects a menu option and accepts a value change with a long press (until
Applied is displayed).
Use the three rightmost buttons for entering the digits 123 when entering the Setup
mode password 12312312.

Communication Connectors
Antenna1: used for optional ZigBee antenna connection.
Antenna2: used for optional GSM antenna connection.
RS485-1 and RS485-2: used for connecting external devices to the Data Logger
(refer to Connecting the Data Logger to the Installation on page 18) and inverters.
Ethernet: Enables connecting the Data Logger to the SolarEdge monitoring
platform through an Ethernet switch/router (refer to Creating an Ethernet (LAN)
Connection on page 50). The Ethernet switch/router should be connected to the
Internet.

LEDs
The Data Logger has three LED indicators, as follows:
OK (Green): Indicates whether or not the SolarEdge Data Logger is powered.
Comm (Communication, Yellow): Blinks when monitoring information is received
from another SolarEdge device in the installation.
Fault (Red): Indicates that there is an error. For more information, contact
SolarEdge support.
All LEDs are ON while the Data Logger is being configured and during power up.

Other Interfaces
DC: DC output from the power supply. AC power is converted by the power supply
to DC for the internal components
Sensors: enables connecting to external environmental sensors (refer to
Connecting Environmental Sensors (Optional) on page 26).
Control: used for connection to an external power reducer device
DIP Switches SW1/SW2: used to configure RS485-1/2 termination
Micro SD: used for field software upgrade

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Chapter 2: Installing the Data Logger

Transport and Storage
Transport the SolarEdge Data Logger in its original packaging, without exposing it to
unnecessary shocks. If the original package is no longer available, use a similar box that
can be closed fully.
Store the SolarEdge Data Logger in a dry place where ambient temperatures are -40°C (-
40°F) to +60°C (140°F).

Package Contents
Data Logger
Accessory kit including:
Three 3-pin terminal blocks
One 7-pin terminal block
One 6-pin terminal block

Installation Equipment
Standard tools can be used during the installation of the SolarEdge Data Logger. The
following is a recommendation of the equipment needed for installation:
Drill and 5/32 inch diameter bits
Three-wire twisted cable or four-wire twisted pair cable
For optional Ethernet communications: CAT5/6 cable

Installation Guidelines
The Data Logger is considered “permanently connected equipment” and requires a
disconnect means (circuit breaker, switch, or disconnect) and overcurrent
protection (fuse or circuit breaker).
The Data Logger draws 10-30 mA, therefore the rating of any switches,
disconnects, fuses, and/ or circuit breakers is determined by the wire gauge, the
mains voltage, and the current interrupting rating required.
The switch, disconnect, or circuit breaker must be located near the meter and be
easily operated .
Use circuit breakers or fuses rated for 20A or less.

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Use grouped circuit breakers when monitoring more than one line.
The circuit breakers or fuses must protect the mains terminals labeled L1, L2, and
L3. In the rare cases where neutral has overcurrent protection, the overcurrent
protection device must interrupt both neutral and the ungrounded conductors
simultaneously.
The circuit protection / disconnect system must meet all national and local
electrical codes.
The Data Logger power supply requires a grid voltage of 208-277 Vac (50/60Hz).
Protect the Data Logger from dust, wet conditions, corrosive substances and
vapors.
Cable specifications:

Connection Type Cable Type Maximum Length

Stranded wire, 600 V, type THHN,
MTW, or THWN.
AC Wiring N/A
Wire cross-section area: 22-16 AWG /
0.33-1.31 mm²
Three twisted wire cable or 4-wire
twisted pair cable (two twisted pairs).
RS485
Wire cross-section area: 24-18 AWG /
communication bus 1,000 m / 3,330 ft
(per RS485 port) 0.2- 1 mm² (a CAT5 cable may be
used)
Recommended: 20 AWG / 0.52 mm²
Ethernet CAT5/6 100 m / 325 ft
Sensor/ control Recommended wire size: 20 AWG /
50 m /165 ft
interface 0.52 mm²

Communication Glands
Two PG13.5 (M20x1.5) communication glands are used for connection of the various
communication options. Each gland has three 2.0-5.0 mm diameter openings.

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Opening Conduit Drill Guides

This step may be performed before or after mounting the Data Logger.

To open conduit drill guides:

1. Loosen the 4 Allen screws of the Data Logger enclosure and remove the cover.

Figure 5: Data Logger front view without cover

2. Open the required conduit drill guides according to the conduits used in the
installation: The drill guides are located at the bottom, back and sides of the
enclosure, each with two sizes: ¾'' and 1''. Open the required drill guides, taking
care not to interfere with any of the internal components. A Unibit drill may be used.
CAUTION!
Use only drill guides located at the bottom, back and sides of the enclosure.
Opening the top drill guides may damage the protection rating of the
enclosure, and will void the product warranty. Unused conduit openings and
glands should be sealed with appropriate seals.
ATTENTION!
Utilisez uniquement les guides de perçage situes en dessous, derrière et sur
les côtes de l'enceinte. L'ouverture des guides de perçage supérieurs pourrait
endommager le niveau d'étanchéité de l'enceinte, et annuler la garantie
produit. Les orifices ou presses étoupes non utilises doivent être scellés avec
des bouchons appropriés.

Figure 6: Data Logger - rear view, with back bracket and drill guides

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Safety

WARNING!
The equipment should not be serviced when powered up. Make sure to
power down the equipment before performing service activities.
AVERTISSEMENT!
La maintenance de cet équipement ne doit pas être faite quand il est en
marche. Assurez-vous de l'éteindre avant toute maintenance.
CAUTION!
Communications cabling between the Data Logger and external devices must
not use wires that span more than one building, as per the UL 60950-2
standard.
ATTENTION!
Le câblage de la communication entre le Data Logger et les appareils ne
doivent pas utiliser des câbles qui peuvent s'étendre d'un bâtiment à un
autre, d'après le standard UL 600950-2.

Installation Workflow
The following provides an overview of the workflow for installing and setting up the
Data Logger:
Step 1: "Mounting the Data Logger" below
Step 2: "Connecting the SolarEdge Data Logger to AC" on the next page
Step 3: "Connecting the Data Logger to the Installation" on page 18
Step 4: "Connecting Environmental Sensors (Optional)" on page 26
Step 5: "LCD – Status Screens and Setup Options" on page 38
Step 6: "Setting Up Monitoring through the Data Logger (Optional)" on page 48

Mounting the Data Logger

Mount the Data Logger on a wall or pole using the supplied bracket.
The Data Logger is should be mounted vertically, with the glands facing downward.

To mount the Data Logger:

1. Install the bracket with the semi-circles facing downward, as shown below. Verify
that the bracket is firmly attached to the mounting surface.

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Figure 7: Mounting bracket

2. Open one or more conduit drill guides as required by the installation. See "Opening
Conduit Drill Guides" on page 14.
3. Mount the Data Logger: Attach the Data Logger enclosure's back brackets to the
mounted bracket using the four supplied screws. Tighten the screws with a torque
of 9 N*m / 6.6 lb*ft.

Connecting the SolarEdge Data Logger to AC

NOTE
The conduits, hubs and fittings must be suited for field wiring systems.
The hubs and other fittings must comply with UL514B.
Use only copper conductors rated for a minimum of 75°C.
Use the conduit and wiring appropriate for the installation location per the
NEC. Outdoor installations must use components that are rated NEMA 3R or
higher.
For more wiring information refer to the SolarEdge Recommended AC Wiring
Application Note,
available on the SolarEdge website at
https://www.solaredge.com/sites/default/files/application-note-
recommended-wiring.pdf

To connect the Data Logger to AC

1. Disconnect the AC to the Data Logger by turning OFF the circuit breakers on the
distribution panel.
2. Strip off 5/16" (8mm) of the AC cable insulation and expose the L (red), N (blue) and
G (green) wires.
3. Thread the AC cable into the Data Logger via the open AC wiring drill guide.

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Figure 8: AC wiring drill guide on interface panel

4. Attach the L, N, and G wires to the 3-pin terminal block provided in the accessory
kit, as shown in the below figure.

Figure 9: Three-Pin AC Terminal Block

5. Insert the terminal block into its socket in the Data Logger, as shown in the below
figure.

Figure 10: AC Wiring Scheme

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Chapter 3: Connecting the Data Logger to the

Installation
Overview
The Data Logger connects to the PV system installation using the RS485 communication
option. The RS485 option enables creating a chain (bus) of up to 31 slave SolarEdge
devices, connected to one master, which can be another SolarEdge device or the Data
Logger.
The following is an example of a master Data Logger connected to a chain of slave
inverters.

Figure 11: Example of RS485 connection

The following sections describe how to connect the RS485 bus and how to configure its
components.

Creating an RS485 Bus Connection

The RS485 bus uses a three-wire cable connecting the RS485-1/2 terminal blocks on the
Data Logger to the RS485 input of the inverters.

To connect the RS485 communication bus between inverters and the Data Logger:
1. Thread the RS485 cable through one of the Data Logger's communication glands.
2. Use one of the supplied 3-pin terminal blocks: Loosen the screws and insert the wire
ends into the A, B and G pins. For connections longer than 10 meters, use twisted-
pair A and B wires.

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Figure 12: 3-pin terminal block

3. Connect the 3-pin terminal block to the designated RS485-1 port on the Data Logger.
4. If the Data Logger is at the end of the RS485 chain, terminate the Data Logger by
switching a termination DIP switch to ON. The switches in the Data Logger are
marked SW1 for the RS485-1 port termination and SW2 for the RS485-2 port
termination, as shown below:

Figure 13: Data Logger RS485 connectors and termination switches

5. Open the inverter cover as described in its manual.
6. Remove the seal from one of the openings in communication gland #2 of the
inverter and insert the cable through the opening.
7. Pull out the 9-pin RS485 terminal block connector, as shown below:

Figure 14: The RS485 terminal block in the inverter

8. Loosen the screws of pins B, A and G on the left of the RS-485 terminal block.
For inverter: Use the RS485-1 pins (left-most)

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Figure 15: RS485 terminal block

9. Insert the wire ends into the B, A and G pins shown above.
You can use any color wire for each of the B, A and G connections, as long as:
The same color wire is used for all A pins the same color for all B pins and the same
color for all G pins
The wire for G is not from the same twisted pair as A or B.
10. Connect all B, A and G pins in all inverters. The following figure illustrates this
connection schema:

Figure 16: Connecting SolarEdge devices in a chain

NOTE
Do not cross-connect B, A and G wires.
For inverters - Do not insert wires into RS485-2 pins.

11. Tighten the terminal block screws.

12. Push the RS485 terminal block firmly all the way into the communication board.

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13. Terminate inverters installed at the ends of the chain by setting the DIP switch block
marked SW7 on the communication board. Set the switch to ON (up) as shown in
the figure below.

Figure 17: RS485 termination switch

To configure the RS485 communication bus with SolarEdge inverters:

By default, all SolarEdge devices are pre-configured as slaves on the RS485-1 port. If
required, slaves can be further configured using the RS485-X Conf option in the
Communication menu.
One device must be configured as the master on the RS485 bus. Any SolarEdge device
may be the master (for example, inverter, Data Logger). If you connect the installation
to the monitoring platform, the device used to connect to the server must be the master.
The following describes how to configure the master device.
1. Press the Enter button until the following message is displayed:
Please enter
Password
********

2. Use the three-right most LCD buttons to enter the password: 12312312
The following menu is displayed:

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Language <Eng>
Communication
Power Control
Display
Maintenance
Information
3. Short-press the arrow buttons to scroll to the Communication menu. Press the Enter
button to select it.
4. Select Server è RS485-X Conf (where X = 1 or 2, depending on the specific
physical port connection) to communicate with different external devices
(SolarEdge inverters, revenue meters, non-SolarEdge loggers or non-SolarEdge
inverters).
5. To configure the master, select the following in the LCD menus:
Communication èRS485-X Conf èDevice TypeèSolarEdge
Communication èRS485-X Conf èProtocolèMaster
Communication èRS485-X Conf èSlave Detect
The system starts automatic detection of the SolarEdge slave inverters connected to
the master Data Logger. The Data Logger should report the correct number of
slaves. If not, verify the connections and terminations. Verify that only one master is
configured on the bus.
6. Close the inverter cover and start power production.
7. Verify the connection of the Master to the monitoring platform, as described below.

Verifying the Connection

1. After connection, a message similar to the following appears in the main status
screen (see also Initial Status on page 38):
RRCR:Disabled
Sensors:Disabled
Server:LAN <S_OK>
Total # of Slaves:--
2. Verify that S_OK appears, to indicate that the connection to the monitoring platform
is successful. If S_OK is not displayed, refer to Troubleshooting Communication,
below.

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Troubleshooting the RS485 Communication

1. If No Communication is displayed on the SolarEdge Data Logger, perform the
following:
Verify that the RS485 cable is connected to all inverters. Check the connections
between the first inverter in the chain and the other inverters.
Verify that one of the devices is defined as the master and that slaves were
detected, as described above.
2. If the message Master Not Found appears, check the connections to the master
device and fix if required.
3. If after slave detection the number of slaves displayed in the master under RS485-X
Conf è Slave Detect is smaller than the actual number of slaves, use one of the
following methods to identify missing slaves and troubleshoot connectivity
problems:
Use the Long slave Detect to retry connecting to slaves
Analyze the Slave List to check for missing slaves, and check their
connection
Refer to
https://www.solaredge.us/sites/default/files/troubleshooting_
undetected_RS485_devices.pdf

RS485 Configuration Options

In all configurations, use the following RS485 port configuration menus:
RS485-X
D e v i ce Ty pe <SE>
P r o t ocol <M>
D e v i ce ID <1 >
S l a v e Det ect <#>
L o n g SLV Det ect <#>
S l a v e Lis t < #>
M u l t i-Inv . S et

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Device Type:
Sol arEdge <M>
Non -SE Logger <S>
Mul ti Devices <M>
Non e

Protocol:
Slave
Master
Device ID:
Please Select
Device ID
1
Device Type is used to select the specific port configuration. The following devices
are supported:
SolarEdge (default for RS485-1): Used when connecting to SolarEdge devices, such
as: inverters or Data Loggers. By default, all SolarEdge devices are pre-configured
as slaves on the RS485-1 port.
Revenue Meter: Used when connecting to an external revenue grade meter, in
order to read the meter data and send it to the monitoring platform. For a list of
supported meters, refer to http://www.solaredge.com/se-supported-devices.
Non-SE Logger: Used when connecting to an external non-SolarEdge logger. The
logger can read SolarEdge inverters data for Non-SolarEdge monitoring purposes.
None: No device (default for RS485-2)
Protocol:
When selecting a SolarEdge device, the following protocols appear under the
Protocol option:
Slave (default)
Master
When selecting Device Type <Inv. Reader>, the Device Type <field> changes to
Device Type <INV>
When selecting Device type <Non-SE Logger>, the Device Type <field> changes to
Device Type <LGR> and the following protocol appears under the Protocol option:
SunSpec (default)

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When selecting Device type <Revenue Meter>, the Device Type <field> changes to
Device Type <MTR>
NOTE
For other supported protocols, refer to
http://www.solaredge.com/se-supported-devices

Device ID: The device ID is used to set the Data Logger device ID (MODBUS ID)
when connecting to an external master device (for example, a non-SolarEdge
logger), or to set the ID of the external device (for example, revenue meter).
Slave Detect: Is used to initiate automatic detection of the slave devices
connected to this master device. The number next to the option is the number of
devices that have been detected.

Connecting an RGM (Optional)

The Data Logger optionally supports connectivity with a Revenue Generation Meter
(RGM) via the RS485-2 port on the Data Logger.

Figure 18: Connecting an RGM to the Data Logger

For a complete guide to the installation and connection of the RGM, see the SolarEdge
Electricity Meter Installation Guide at
https://www.solaredge.com/sites/default/files/solaredge-meter-installation-guide-
na.pdf.

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Chapter 4: Connecting Environmental Sensors

(Optional)
Overview
The Data Logger supports up to three analog sensors. If you connect more sensors than
supported by a single Data Logger, use an additional Data Logger:
Two sensors with voltage output (V1, V2), each supports different voltage ranges
One sensor with current output (I)
The following environmental sensor types are supported:

Sensor Type Configurable Range Unit

-99.0 to +99.0 °C
Temperature
-146.20 to 210.20 °F
Irradiance 0 to 9999 W/m2
Wind velocity 0 to 99 m/s
Wind direction 0 to 359 degrees
Pyranometer -200 to 2000 W/m²
You can view the sensor data in the Status window (see Sensors Status on page 43), and
in the monitoring platform.
This chapter describes how to connect sensors to the Data Logger and how to
configure them.

Figure 19: Example of sensor connection to the SolarEdge Data Logger

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Connecting Sensors to the Data Logger

For connection of the irradiance and temperature sensors available from SolarEdge refer
to Sensor Connection Example on page 34.
Sensors are directly connected to the Data Logger via the sensor interface connector.
Use the supplied 7-pin terminal block. Figure 20 shows the location of the sensors
connector on the Data Logger.

Sensor
Connector Pin Name Description
Pin #
1 V1 Voltage sensor input number 1
2 GND Ground (common for V1, V2 and ground)
3 V2 Voltage sensor input number 2
4 I- Current sensor input – negative
5 I+ Current sensor input – positive
6 GND Ground (common for V1, V2 and ground)
7 12V 12VDC output voltage supply to the sensors

Figure 20: Sensor Interface Inputs

To connect a voltage sensor:

Use a 3-wire cable for this connection. Recommended wire size is 0.52mm2/ 20 AWG
with maximum length of 50m/164 ft.
1. Connect a voltage source sensor to either V1 or V2, depending on its operating
voltage range. Voltage sensor inputs support the following user selectable ranges:
V1: 0 – 2 Vdc or 0 – 30 mVdc
V2: 0 – 10 Vdc or 0 – 2 Vdc
2. Depending on the sensor range, connect the sensor between V1 (pin1) and GND
(pin 2), or between V2 (pin 3) and GND (pin 2).
The GND (pin 2) serves as a common ground for both V1 and V2.

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The 12V (pin7) can be used as the supply voltage to the sensor. Optionally, an
external power supply can be connected to the sensors if a different input voltage
to the sensor is required.
For an example of sensor connection, refer to Sensor Connection Example on page
34

CAUTION!
Excessive voltage on the sensor input can damage the SolarEdge Data
Logger. Refer to input ranges specified in the Technical Specifications.
ATTENTION!
Une tension excessive à l'entrée du senseur peut endommager le Data
Logger de SolarEdge. Referrez vous aux plages d'entrée spécifiées dans la
fiche technique.

To connect a current sensor:

Use a 3-wire cable for this connection. Recommended wire size is 0.52 mm2 /20 AWG
with maximum length of 50m/164 ft.
Connect a current source sensor to either I+ or I-, depending on its operating range:
For positive current:
I+ (pin 5) - connect to the current output (Iout) of the sensor.
I- (pin 4) - connect to ground.
GND (pin 6) - connect to the ground connection terminal of the sensor.
The 12V (pin7) can be used as the supply voltage to the sensor. Optionally, an
external power supply can be connected to the sensors if a different input voltage
to the sensor is required.

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Figure 21: Current sensor (4-20mA) positive connection

For Negative current:
I - (pin 4) - connect to the current output (Iout) of the sensor.
I+ (pin 5) - connect to ground.
GND (pin 6) - connect to the ground connection terminal of the sensor.
The 12V (pin7) can be used as the supply voltage to the sensor. Optionally, an
external power supply can be connected to the sensors if a different input voltage
to the sensor is required.

CAUTION!
Excessive current on the sensor input can damage the SolarEdge Data Logger.
Refer to input ranges specified in the Technical Specifications.
ATTENTION!
Un courant excessif à l'entrée du senseur peut endommager le Data Logger de
SolarEdge. Referrez vous aux plages d'entrée spécifiées dans la fiche
technique.

Configuring Environmental Sensors

Menus
The SolarEdge Data Logger sensor interface is disabled by default. The following shows
a hierarchical tree of the Sensors menu options:
Sensors
V1 Sensor<Dis>
V2 Sensor<Dis>
I Sensor<Dis>
Set V1/V2/I Sensor (example for V1 sensor)

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Sensor <En>
Range <0-2V>
Type <--->
Two Points
Range
0 – 2 V
0 – 30mV
Sensor Type
Temp. Ambient
Temp. Module
Wind Speed
Wind Direction
Irradiance Global
Irradiance Direct
Irradiance Diff.
Irradiance POA
Two Points setting
P0 <0.0,0.0>
P1 <1.000,1.000>
Set Point
Set Point
(V, degC)
0.0,0.0
Sensors:
V1 Sensor and V2 sensor- sensors with voltage output, enabled or disabled
I Sensor – a sensor with current output, enabled or disabled

Range:
V1 – select a range between 0 – 2 Vdc or 0 – 30 mVdc.
V2 – select a range between 0 – 10 Vdc or 0 – 2 Vdc.I – select a range between 0
– 20 mA
Sensor Type: One of the following sensors:

Sensor Type Description Unit

Temp. Ambient Ambient temperature sensor measurement
°C, °F
Temp. Module Module temperature sensor measurement

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Wind Speed Wind speed sensor measurement m/s

Wind Direction Wind direction sensor measurement degrees
Irradiance Global Global horizontal irradiance
Irradiance Direct Direct irradiance
W/m2
Irradiance Diff. Diffused irradiance
Irradiance POA Plane of Array (POA) irradiance

NOTE
The temperature units are configured in °C by default and can be
changed to °F under the Temperature submenu located under the
Display menu.

Two Points setting: P0 and P1 represent points on the sensor graph to be configured in
the Data Logger. The values refer to the measurement signal and the measurement
range from the sensor datasheet. Refer to the example below.
Set point: Enables entering two measurement signal values (voltage, current or
temperature).

Configuring the Sensors in the Data Logger

To enable the sensors in the Data Logger:
1. Press the Enter button until the following message is displayed:
Please enter
Password
********

The Data Logger is now in Setup mode and all its LEDs are lit.
2. Use the three-right most LCD buttons to type in the following password: 12312312.
The following menu is displayed:
Language <Eng>
Communication
Power Control
Display
Maintenance
Information
3. Under the main menu, select Sensors.
4. Select the preferred sensor submenu (V1, V2 or I), and select Enable.

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Sensor <En>
Range <0-2V>
Type <--->
Two Points

To configure sensors in the Data Logger:

NOTE
When using sensors provided by SolarEdge, enabling the sensors as
described above automatically sets their configuration (available from
SolarEdge Data Logger CPU version 2.07xx). If the CPU version is lower,
configure the sensors as described below.
Configure the working range of the sensor that covers the sensor specification. Refer to
the table on page 26.
1. Select Range under the specific configured sensor and then select the applicable
range:
V1 – select a range between 0 – 2 Vdc or 0 – 30 mVdc.
V2 – select a range between 0 – 10 Vdc or 0 – 2 Vdc .
I – select a range between 0 – 20 mA.
A screen similar to the following is displayed, depending on the selected sensor:
0–2V
0–30mV
2. Select the Type of the connected sensor from the following:
Temp. Ambient
Temp. Module
Wind Speed
Wind Direction
Irradiance Global
Irradiance Direct
Irradiance Diff.
Irradiance POA
3. Select Two Points to configure two points on the sensor graph using the
measurement signal and measurement range data from the sensor datasheet.
P0 <0.0,0.0>
P1 <1.000,1.000>
4. Set the point values as follows:

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Use the Up and Down buttons to adjust the value.

Press the Enter button to move to a character.
Long press the Enter button (until Applied message appears) – apply the value
Long press the Esc button (until Aborted message appears) – erase all characters
Set Point
(V,DegC)
10,70
5. If required, repeat steps 1 through 4 above to configure additional sensors.
6. Check that the Sensors status screen on the LCD displays a screen similar to below,
and verify that the sensor's readings are within the range that appears in its
datasheet. Refer to Sensors Status on page 43.
Sensors
1:XXX.XXX DegC
V2:XXX.XXX W/m2
I :Disabled

Example of Sensor Graph Configuration

The following is an example of setting a temperature sensor with the following
specifications:
Measurement signal: 0..10V
Measurement range: -10...+70°C
The following graph shows the min. and max. values, and the focused (linear) area.

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Figure 22: Example of sensor graph

If you want to include the full range of the sensor, the points for setting are the
minimum and maximum values from the sensor datasheet:
P0 <0,-10>
P1 <10,70>
However, if you want to include a partial range, set any value for the two points, as
long as the points are within the SolarEdge Data Logger selected range. The SolarEdge
Data Logger then extrapolates the sensor linear graph based on these two points.
P0 <1,0>
P1 <5,50>

Sensor Connection Example

This section describes how to connect three of the sensors available from SolarEdge to
the Data Logger. For their full specifications refer to
http://www.solaredge.com/files/pdfs/products/inverters/se_sensor_datasheet.pdf (for
other recommended sensors and suppliers refer to
http://www.solaredge.com/articles/se-supported-devices#environmental_sensors).
Ambient temperature sensor - a voltage output sensor, measuring the ambient
temperature. Electrical output: 0..10V.

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Module temperature sensor - a current output sensor, measuring the module

surface temperature. Electrical output: 4..20 mA.
Solar irradiance sensor - a voltage output sensor, measuring the solar irradiance.
Electrical output: 0-1.4 VDC.
An external 24VDC/1A power supply is required for connecting the temperature
sensors. A single PSU can be used for both sensors.
Use a 3-wire cable for this connection. Recommended wire size is 0.52 mm2 / 20 AWG
with maximum length of 50m/164 ft.
The following diagram illustrates the connections of the above devices to the SolarEdge
Data Logger:

Figure 23: Sensors connection diagram

To connect an ambient or module temperature sensor to the power supply and to

the Data Logger:
The same power supply can be used for both sensors.
1. Use a flat screwdriver to open the sensor cover screws and remove the cover.
2. Insert the cable through the supplied gland and rubber seal, and into the sensor
opening..
3. Connect I- to ground.

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4. Connect the power supply to an AC source using the , N, L connection points at

the bottom of the power supply.

To connect a solar irradiance sensor to the Data Logger:

1. Connect the thin wires to the Data Logger sensors connector as follows (see Figure
24):
Orange - to V1
Black - to Ground
Red - to 12V
Leave the thicker black wire (Shield) unconnected.

Figure 24: Solar irradiance sensor connection

NOTE
When configuring this sensor in the Data Logger, the type should be
Irradiance Direct

To enable the sensors in the Data Logger:

1. Enter Setup mode, as described in sensors configuration above.
2. Under the main menu, select Sensors.
3. Select the preferred sensor submenu (V1, V2 or I), and select Enable.

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Sensor <En>
Range <0-2V>
Type <--->
Two Points
If the CPU version of the SolarEdge Data Logger is 2.07xx and higher, the sensors are
automatically configured. If the CPU version is lower, configure the sensors as
described in: To configure sensors in the Data Logger: on page 32

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Chapter 5: LCD – Status Screens and Setup

Options
This chapter describes the LCD display of the SolarEdge Data Logger. The LCD screen
displays status information of the Data Logger and various menus for configuration.

Status Screens - Operational Mode

During normal operation pressing the Enter button turns on the LCD backlight. The
backlight is active for 30 seconds by default. This duration is configurable, as described
in Display on page 46.
Additional presses display the following screens one after the other.

Initial Status
RRCR:Disabled
Sensors:Disabled
Server:LAN <S_OK>
Total # of Slaves:--
RRCR: If enabled, indicates the active power set by the power control interface, in
percent of peak power.
Sensors: Enable/disable status of Sensors' input reading
Server: Server communication method
Total # of Slaves: Indicates the total number of slave devices communicating with
the SolarEdge Data Logger

ID Status
This screen displays the ID of the Data Logger and the software version.
ID: ######## ##
DSP1: 1.0210
CPU: 0003.19xx
Country: USA1

Server Communication Status

Server:LAN <S_OK>
Status: <OK>
xxxxxxxx
<ERROR MESSAGE>

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NOTE
If the connection method is CDMA (referred to as "Cellular" in the status
screens) or GSM, the server screen is replaced with the Cellular or GSM status
screens (see Cellular Status on page 40 and GSM Status on page 40).
Server: The method of connection to the SolarEdge monitoring platform.
S_OK: The connection to the SolarEdge monitoring platform is successful (should
appear only if the inverter is connected to the server).
Status: Displays OK if the Data Logger established successful connection and
communication with the specified server port/device (LAN, RS485 or ZigBee Plug-
in).
xxxxxxxx: Eight-bit Ethernet communication connection status: A string of 1s and
0s is displayed. 1 indicates OK, 0 indicates an error. For a list of possible errors and
how to troubleshoot them, refer to on page 60. For a list of the possible errors and
how to troubleshoot them, refer to Errors and Troubleshooting on page 60.
Error message, according to failure. Refer to
https://www.solaredge.com/sites/default/files/troubleshooting_for_
se_inverter_insallation_guide_addendum_na.pdf.

IP Status
This screen describes the Ethernet configuration: IP, Mask, TCP Gateway and MAC
address (Media Access Control) of the Data Logger.
IP 192.168.2.119
MSK 255.255.255.0
GW 192.168.2.1
MAC 0-27-02-00-39-36

ZigBee Status
This screen describes the ZigBee configuration:
PAN:XXXXX
CH:XX/XXXX RSSI:<L>
MID:XXXX XX
ZigBee Ready
RSSI: The receive signal strength indication of the closest ZigBee in the system. L =
low, M = medium, H = high and (-) = no signal.
PAN ID: The ZigBee transceiver PAN ID (Personal Area Network Identification), the
ID uniquely represents a device in a Zigbee network.

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Ch.: The ZigBee transceiver channel

ID: The ZigBee transceiver ID
MID: The Master ID of the coordinator (master) ZigBee Plug-in. This field is shown
only in devices with router (slave) ZigBee cards, and after a successful ZigBee
association. If a ZigBee Plug-in is not connected, a No ZigBee message is displayed
instead of the MID field.
ZigBee Ready: This field is shown only in devices with ZigBee router transceivers
(slaves), in a multi-point (MP) protocol configuration. If a ZigBee transceiver is not
physically connected, a No ZigBee message is displayed.

Cellular Status
If a cellular (CDMA) Plug-in is connected, this screen replaces the Server status screen:
Server:Cell <S_OK>
Status: <OK>
MNO: <XXXXXX> Sig:5
<Error message>
Server: The method of communication to the SolarEdge monitoring platform.
Should display Cell.
Status: Displays OK if the inverter established a successful physical connection to
the Cellular Plug-in.
S_OK: The last communication to the SolarEdge monitoring platform was successful
(appears if the inverter is connected to the platform).
Sig: The signal strength, received from the Cellular Plug-in. A value between 0-5, (0
= no signal, 5 = excellent signal).
Error message per communication connection status failure

GSM Status
If a GSM Plug-in is connected, this screen replaces the Server status screen:
Server:Cell <S_OK>
Status: <OK>
MNO: <xxxxxxx> Sig:5
<Error message>
Server: The method of communication to the SolarEdge monitoring platform.
Should display Cell.

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Status: Displays OK if the inverter established a successful physical connection to

the modem.
S_OK: The last communication to the SolarEdge monitoring platform was successful
(appears if the inverter is connected to the platform). If S_OK is not displayed, refer
to Status Screens - Operational Mode on page 38.
MNO: The mobile network operator name
Sig: The signal strength, received from the modem. A value between 0-5, (0 = no
signal; 5 = excellent signal)
Error message: per communication connection status failure

Communication Ports Status

This screen presents the communication port (RS485-1/2 or ZigBee), and the devices
connected to them, with details about the number, type, and protocol.
Dev Prot ##
RS485-1<SE><S > <-->
RS485-2<SE><S > <-->
ZigBee <SE><MPS><-->
##: The total number of slaves detected on the specific port
Dev: The type of device that was configured to a specific port (based on the port’s
functionality), as follows:
SE: SolarEdge device (default)
LGR: Non-SolarEdge logger
MLT: Multiple devices, such as meters and batteries

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PROT: The protocol type to which the port is set:

For a SolarEdge device:

RS485 protocol ZigBee protocol

S: SolarEdge slave
M: SolarEdge master
P2P: ZigBee point-to-point
MPM: ZigBee multipoint master (for the
ZigBee gateway or for load management by
the inverter)
MPS: ZigBee multipoint slave (for a ZigBee
router card)

For electricity meters, refer to the application note - Connecting an

Electricity Meter to SolarEdge Devices at
http://www.solaredge.com/files/pdfs/solaredge-meter-installation-
guide-na.pdf.
SS: SunSpec - for a non-SolarEdge logger (monitoring and control)

Smart Energy Management Status

This screen is displayed only when Smart Energy Management is enabled. The screen
shows energy details of the site:
S ite Limit: 7.0kW
S ite Prod: 10.0kW
S ite Export: 4.0kW
S elf -consume: 6.0kW
Site Limit: The limit that was defined for the site
Site Prod: The power produced by the site
Site Export: The power that is fed into the grid
Self-consume: The PV power consumed by the site
For more information, refer to the Export Limitation Application Note,
available on the SolarEdge website at
https://www.solaredge.com/sites/default/files/export_limitation_
application_note_NA.pdf.

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Sensors Status
This screen displays the status of up to three different sensors connected to the Data
Logger.
Sensors
1:XXX.XXX DegC
V2:XXX.XXX W/m2
I :Disabled
V1: Displays the real time reading of the sensor connected to V1 sensor input
V2: Displays the real time reading of the sensor connected to V2 sensor input
I: Displays the real time reading of the sensor connected to I sensor input
The reading is displayed according to the relevant sensor that was configured on the
specific sensor input:
Temperature sensor - the degrees reading in Celsius or Fahrenheit
Irradiance reading - in W/m2
Wind speed, in m/s
Wind direction, in Deg

Configuration Menu Options

This section describes basic Data Logger configuration options.

To enter Setup mode:

1. Verify that the SolarEdge Data Logger is connected to a power outlet.
2. Press the Enter button until the following message is displayed:
Please enter
Password
********

The Data Logger is now in Setup mode and all its LEDs are lit. The Data Logger
automatically exits Setup mode if no buttons are pressed for more than 2 minutes.
3. Use the three-right-most LCD buttons to type in the following password: 12312312.
The following message is displayed:
Language <Eng>
Communication
Power Control
Display
Maintenance
Information

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Language
1. Select the Language option to set the language in which the LCD should display.
2. Confirm your language selection in the confirmation screen: Toggle to YES and
press Enter.

Communication
1. Select the Communication option to define and configure:
The communication option used by the Data Loggerto communicate with the
SolarEdge monitoring platform
The communication option used to communicate between multiple SolarEdge
devices or other external non-SolarEdge devices, such as energy meters or
loggers.

NOTE
The Server menu shows only the communication options installed in the Data
Logger.
The following shows a hierarchical tree of the menu options in the Communication
menu.
For detailed information about all the configuration options, refer to the
Communication Options Application Note, available on the SolarEdge
website at http://www.solaredge.us/files/pdfs/solaredge-
communication_options_application_note_v2_250_and_above.pdf.
(1) (2)
Communication , :
Server<LAN>
LAN Conf
RS485–1 Conf<S>
RS485–2 Conf<S>
ZigBee Conf<S>
Cellular Conf
Slave Detect

(1) When using the SolarEdge Cellular Plug-in with the provided SIM card, the Cellular Conf menu is unavailable.

(2) When using the SolarEdge GSM products, RS232 Conf menu is unavailable.

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Server:
LAN
RS485
Zigbee
Cellular
None
LAN Conf:
IP Config
Set DHCP <en>
Set IP
Set Mask
Set Gateway
Set DNS
Set Server Addr
Set Server Port
Modbus TCP<Dis>
RS485-X Conf:
Dev i ce Ty pe <SE>
Pro t ocol <M>
Dev i ce ID <1 >
Sla v e Det ect <#>
Lon g SLV Det ect <#>
Sla v e Lis t < #>
Mul t i-Inv . S et

ZigBee Conf. (enabled only if the ZigBee internal card is connected):

Device Type<SE>
Protocol<MPS>
Device ID<1>
PAN ID
Scan Channel
Load ZB Defaults
GPIO Conf:
Device Type <RRCR>

Power Control
RRCR Conf.
Load Defaults

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Power control options are detailed in the Power Control Application Note, available on
the SolarEdge website at http://www.solaredge.us/files/pdfs/application_note_power_
control_configuration.pdf.

Sensors
Select Sensors to set the following options:

V1 Sensor<Dis>
V2 Sensor<Dis>
I Sensor<Dis>
The SolarEdge Data Logger sensor interface supports up to three analog sensors:
V1, V2: Voltage sensors
I: Current sensors
For detailed information about all the configuration options for sensors, refer to
Connecting Environmental Sensors (Optional) on page 26.

Display
Select Display to set the following:
LCD On Time <30>
Temperature: Select Celsius or Fahrenheit units.
LCD On Time <30>: The number of seconds that the LCD backlight is ON after
pressing the LCD light button. Set a value within the range of 10-120 seconds.
TLM On Time <15>: The number of minutes that the LCD backlight is ON while
viewing the Telemetry window. Set a value within the range of 1-120 minutes.

Maintenance
Select Maintenance to set the following options:
Date and Time
Factory Reset
FW Upgrade

Date and Time: Set the internal real-time clock. If connected to the SolarEdge
monitoring platform, the date and time are set automatically and only time zone
should be set.
Factory Reset: Performs a general reset to the default device settings.

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FW Upgrade: Perform a software upgrade by using an SD card. Refer

to upgrading_an_inverter_using_micro_sd_card.pdf.

Information
Select Information to display the following options:
Versions
Error Log
Warning log
Hardware IDs

Versions: Displays firmware versions:

ID: The ID.
DSP 1: The DSP digital control board firmware version
CPU: The communication board firmware version

NOTE
Please have these numbers ready when you contact SolarEdge Support.

Error Log: Displays the last five errors.

Warning Log: Displays the last five warnings.
Hardware IDs: Displays the following HW serial numbers (if exist, and connected
to the inverter):
ID: the inverter's ID
RGM1 (Revenue Grade Meter): A preassembled RGM or any external Energy
Meter
RGM2: A second external Energy Meter
ZB: ZigBee MAC address
Cell: MEID (CDMA) or IMEI (GSM)

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Chapter 6: Setting Up Monitoring through the

Data Logger (Optional)
Communication Dataflow
The SolarEdge site information can be accessed remotely using the SolarEdge
monitoring platform. In order to transfer monitoring data from a SolarEdge site to the
SolarEdge monitoring platform, a communications connection must be established.
Communications are not required for power harvesting - they are required only when
using the monitoring platform.
Any SolarEdge device can serve as the connection point. This chapter describes how to
set up this connection with the Data Logger serving as the connection point to the
monitoring platform. The Data Logger should be the master on an RS485 bus.

Communication Options
The following types of communication can be used to transfer the monitored
information from the inverter to the monitoring platform through the Data Logger.
Only communication products offered by SolarEdge are supported.
Always connect the communication options when the relevant devices are powered
down - Data Logger, inverter, etc.

Ethernet
Ethernet is used for a LAN connection. For connection instructions refer to Creating an
Ethernet (LAN) Connection on page 50.

RS485
RS485 is used for the connection of multiple SolarEdge devices on the same bus in a
master-slave configuration. RS485 can also be used as an interface to external devices,
such as meters and third party data loggers.
RS485-1: Enables the connection of multiple devices (inverters/Data Logger) over
the same bus, such that connecting only one device to the Internet is sufficient to
provide communication services for all the devices on the bus.
RS485 Plug-in: Purchased separately, the RS485 Plug-in provides an
additional RS485 port (referred to as RS485-E) for the Data Logger for
enhanced communications. The plug-in is a 3 pin terminal block
which is installed on the communication board. This kit is provided

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with an installation guide, which should be reviewed prior to connection see,

https://www.solaredge.com/sites/default/files/RS485_expansion_kit_installation_
guide.pdf

For connection instructions refer to Creating an RS485 Bus Connection on page 18

Cellular
This wireless communication option (purchased separately) enables
using a cellular connection to connect one or several devices (depending
on the data plan used) to the monitoring platform.
The Cellular Plug-in is provided with a user manual, which should be
reviewed prior to connection. Refer to
https://www.solaredge.com/sites/default/files/cellular_gsm_installation_
guide.pdf
and https://www.solaredge.com/sites/default/files/cellular_cdma_kit_
installation_guide_na.pdf.

ZigBee
This option enables wireless connection to one or several Smart Energy
products, which automatically divert PV energy to home appliances.
The Smart Energy ZigBee connections require a ZigBee plug-in and an external
antenna, available from SolarEdge.
The ZigBee Plug-in for Smart Energy is provided with an installation
guide, which should be reviewed prior to connection. Refer to
https://www.solaredge.com/sites/default/files/se-zigbee-plug-in-for-
setapp-installation-guide.pdf
The Smart Energy products are provided with an installation guide, which
should be reviewed prior to connection. Refer to
https://www.solaredge.com/products/device-control#/.
This option enables wireless connection of one or several devices to a
ZigBee Gateway, for wireless communication to the monitoring platform.
The ZigBee Gateway is provided with an installation guide, which should
be reviewed prior to connection. Refer to
https://www.solaredge.com/sites/default/files/se-zigbee-home-
gateway-installation-guide.pdf.

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Creating an Ethernet (LAN) Connection

Overview
This communication option enables using an Ethernet connection to connect the Data
Logger to the monitoring platform through a LAN. The Data Logger has an RJ45
connector for Ethernet communication.
You can connect more than one Data Logger to the same switch/router or to different
switches/routers, as required. Each Data Logger sends its monitored data independently
to the monitoring platform.

Figure 25: Example of Ethernet connection

Ethernet Communication Configuration Options

The following is a description of the options to configure the Ethernet (LAN) port
settings.
Communication:
Server<LAN>
LAN Conf
RS485–1 Conf<S>
RS485–2 Conf<S>
ZigBee Conf<S>
Cellular Conf
Slave Detect

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LAN Conf:
IP Config
Set DHCP <en>
Set IP
Set Mask
Set Gateway
Set DNS
Set Server Addr
Set Server Port
Modbus TCP<Dis>
IP Config: Displays the current IP configuration of the Data Logger, as shown
below. If DHCP is used, this screen reflects the parameters retrieved from the DHCP
server. If manual settings are used, the screen shows the last manually input
configurations.
IP 0.0.0.0
MSK 255.255.255.0
GW 192.168.0.1
DNS 0.0.0.0
Set DHCP <En>: If the LAN connection between the Data Loggerand the SolarEdge
Monitoring Platform has a DHCP server, enable this option by setting it to Enable
(default). If this option is enabled, then the DHCP server automatically configures
the IP, Subnet Mask, default gateway and DNS. If not, set them manually.
Set IP: Enables setting the IP of the default gateway according to the LAN settings:
Use the Up and Down buttons to adjust the value of each IP address octet.
Press the Enter button to move to the next IP address octet.
Long press the Enter button (until Applied message appears) – apply the value
Long press the Esc button (until Aborted message appears) – erase all characters
Setup IP
192.168.2.7
Set Mask: Set the subnet mask of the SolarEdge Data Logger according to the LAN
settings.
Set Gateway: Set the default gateway address of the SolarEdge Data
Loggeraccording to the LAN settings.
Set DNS: Set the DNS of the SolarEdge Data Logger according to the LAN settings.
Set Server Addr: Set the IP address of the SolarEdge monitoring platform. This
option is predefined in the SolarEdge Data Loggerto specify the SolarEdge
monitoring platform IP address and does not normally need configuration.
Set Server Port: Set the port through which to connect to the SolarEdge

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monitoring platform. This option is predefined in the Data Logger to specify the
SolarEdge monitoring platform IP port and normally does not need configuration.
NOTE
If your LAN has a firewall, you must verify that the address and port
configured in the Set Server Addr and the Set Server Port fields are
not blocked. You may need to configure it to enable the connection
to the following address:
Destination Address: prod.solaredge.com
Port: 22222

Connecting and Configuring LAN

To connect the Ethernet cable to the router/switch:
1. Use a pre-crimped cable or use a crimper to prepare an RJ45 communication
connector on both ends of a standard CAT5/6 cable: Insert the eight wires into the
RJ45 connector.
CAT5/6 standard cables have eight wires (four twisted pairs), as shown in the
diagram below. Wire colors may differ from one cable to another. You can use either
wiring standard, as long as both sides of the cable have the same pin-out and color-
coding.

Wire Color 10Base-T Signal

RJ45 Pin #
T568B T568A 100Base-TX Signal
1 White/Orange White/Green Transmit+
2 Orange Green Transmit-
3 White/Green White/Orange Receive+
4 Blue Blue Reserved
5 White/Blue White/Blue Reserved
6 Green Orange Received-
7 White/Brown White/Brown Reserved
8 Brown Brown Reserved

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Figure 26: Standard cable wiring

2. Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to the RJ45 plug at the router or Ethernet
gateway that is connected to the Internet.
3. Thread the other end through a gland and connect to the Data Logger Ethernet
connector.
4. Verify that the yellow communication LED turns ON.

To configure Ethernet communication to the SolarEdge monitoring platform:

Define the device connected to the monitoring platform as the master device.
The server communication method is configured by default to LAN with DHCP enabled.
If a different setting is required, follow the steps below:
1. Enter Setup mode, as described in: To enter Setup mode: on page 43.
2. Set the Data Logger as the master of the RS485 bus and perform slave detection as
described in Creating an RS485 Bus Connection.
3. To configure the LAN to Static IP select the following in the LCD menus on the Data
Logger:
Communication è Server è LAN
LAN Conf è Set DHCP è <Dis>
4. Set the IP, subnet mask, gateway DNS, server address, and server port as necessary
using the LCD User buttons. Refer to the Ethernet Communication Configuration
Options on page 50.
5. Verify the that the status field in the Server Communication Status window displays
S_OK:
Server:LAN <S_OK>
Status: <OK>
xxxxxxxx
<ERROR MESSAGE>
6. Exit the Setup mode.

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Appendix A: Mounting the ZigBee Plug-in in

the Data Logger
NOTE
The ZigBee Plug-in should be purchased separately.

1. Turn the inverter Safety Switch (if applicable) to OFF.

2. Turn the inverter ON/OFF switch to OFF.
3. Disconnect the AC to the inverter by turning OFF the circuit breakers on the
distribution panel. Wait 5 minutes for the capacitors to discharge.
4. Open the Data Logger cover.
5. Unscrew the nut and washer on the ZigBee Plug-in.
6. Connect the ZigBee Plug-in in a Data Logger board as shown below, and ensure
that:
the antenna connector at the end of the ZigBee Plug-in goes through the bracket.
all pins are correctly positioned in the Data Logger socket and no pins are left out
of their socket.
the card is firmly in place.

Figure 27: ZigBee Plug-in on a Data Logger board

3. Screw in the nut and washer on the ZigBee Plug-in
4. Connect the antenna.
5. Replace the Data Logger cover.

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Appendix B: Inserting the GSM Modem in the

Data Logger
NOTE
The GSM modem should be purchased separately.

To turn off the inverter, disconnect the AC and insert a SIM card:
1. Turn the inverter Safety Switch (if applicable) to OFF.
2. Turn the inverter ON/OFF switch to OFF.
3. Disconnect the AC to the inverter by turning OFF the circuit breakers on the
distribution panel. Wait 5 minutes for the capacitors to discharge.
4. Open the Data Logger cover.
5. If there is no SIM card installed in the modem, insert one into the slot on the
GSM modem.

Figure 28: Inserting the SIM card into the GSM modem

To install the GSM modem in the Data Logger:

1. Insert the top of the plastic spacer through the opening in the GSM modem, as
shown in Figure 29.

Figure 29: GSM modem on a Data Logger board

2. Connect one end of the cable to the GSM modem connector.

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3. Remove the nut and the washer from the other end of the cable and insert the cable
through the bracket on the Data Logger board.
4. Re-attach and tighten the nut and washer.
5. Place the GSM modem on the Data Logger board and ensure that:
the three rows of pins are correctly positioned in the Data Logger sockets and
no pins are left out of their socket.
the GSM modem is firmly in place on the Data Logger board.
6. Connect the antenna to the antenna connector.
7. Replace the Data Logger cover.
8. Power on AC.
9. Check that all the cellular modem LEDs are lit. If not, refer to Errors and
Troubleshooting on page 60.

Figure 30: Cellular modem LEDs

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Appendix C: Replacing the Data Logger

Component
To replace the CCG component:
1. Turn the inverter Safety Switch (if applicable) to OFF.
2. Turn the inverter ON/OFF switch to OFF.
3. Disconnect the AC to the inverter by turning OFF the circuit breakers on the
distribution panel. Wait 5 minutes for the capacitors to discharge.
4. Remove the cover of the Data Logger.
5. Loosen and remove the 4 screws at the sides of the Data Logger component as
shown in the below figure.
6. Remove the Data Logger component.

Figure 31: Data Logger component screw locations

7. Insert the replacement Data Logger component and attach it to the base using the
four screws you removed earlier. Required torque is 1.2 N*m (11 Lb*in).
8. Replace the Data Logger cover.
9. Power on AC.

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Appendix D: Replacing the Power Supply Unit

To replace the Power Supply Unit (PSU):
1. Turn the inverter Safety Switch (if applicable) to OFF.
2. Turn the inverter ON/OFF switch to OFF.
3. Disconnect the AC to the inverter by turning OFF the circuit breakers on the
distribution panel. Wait 5 minutes for the capacitors to discharge.
4. Remove the cover of the Data Logger.
5. Disconnect the 2-wire twisted cable from the J4 connector on the PSU as shown in
the below figure.
6. Loosen and remove the 4 screws at the sides of the PSU, as shown in the below
figure.
7. Remove the PSU from the Data Logger.

Figure 32: PSU component wiring and screw locations

8. Insert the replacement PSU and attach it to the base using the four screws you
removed earlier. Required torque is 0.5 N*m (4.5 Lb*in).

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9. Reconnect the 2-wire twisted cable to the J4 connector as shown in the above
figure. Connect the red wire to (+) and the black wire to (-).
10. Replace the cover of the Data Logger.
11. Power on AC.

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Appendix E: Errors and Troubleshooting

This appendix describes general system problems, and how to
troubleshoot them. For further assistance, contact SolarEdge Support.

Troubleshooting Communication

Troubleshooting Ethernet Communication

When using Ethernet communication, use the Server Communication Status window
to identify the location of the error:
Server:LAN <S_OK>
Status: <OK>
xxxxxxxx
<ERROR MESSAGE>
xxxxxxxx is a string of 1s and 0s showing an eight-bit communication connection
status. 1 indicates OK and 0 indicates an error.

Bit
Error Message Cause and Troubleshooting
Location
Physical connection fault. Check the cable pin-
out assignment and cable connection. Refer to
1st LAN Disconnected
Creating an Ethernet (LAN) Connection on
page 50
IP settings issue. Check the router and inverter
2nd DHCP Failed, or Invalid DHCP Config
configuration. Consult your network IT.
Ping to router failed. Check the physical
connection to the switch/router. Check that the
link LED at the router /switch is lit (indicating phy-
3rd Gateway Ping Failed
link). If OK - contact your network IT, otherwise
replace the cable or change it from cross to
straight connection.
Ping to google.com failed. Connect a laptop and
check for internet connection. If internet access is
4th G Server Ping Failed
unavailable, contact your IT admin or your
internet provider.

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Bit
Error Message Cause and Troubleshooting
Location

5th Ping or connection to SolarEdge server

failed. Check the SolarEdge server
6th Server x Ping Failed
address, under LAN Conf submenu:
Address: prod.solaredge.com
7th Port: 22222
Check with your network administrator whether a
firewall or another device is blocking
8th Tcp Connect. Failed
transmission.

1. If No Communication is displayed on the SolarEdge Data Logger, perform the

following:
Verify that the RS485 cable is connected to all inverters. Check the connections
between the first inverter in the chain and the other inverters.
Verify that one of the devices is defined as the master and that slaves were
detected, as described above.
2. If the message Master Not Found appears, check the connections to the master
device and fix if required.
3. If after slave detection the number of slaves displayed in the master under RS485-X
Conf è Slave Detect is smaller than the actual number of slaves, use one of the
following methods to identify missing slaves and troubleshoot connectivity
problems:
Use the Long slave Detect to retry connecting to slaves
Analyze the Slave List to check for missing slaves, and check their
connection
Refer to
https://www.solaredge.us/sites/default/files/troubleshooting_
undetected_RS485_devices.pdf

Additional Troubleshooting
1. Check that the modem or hub/router is functioning properly.
2. Check that the connection to the internal connector on the communication board is
properly done.
3. Check that the selected communication option is properly configured.

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4. Use a method independent of the SolarEdge device to check whether the network
and modem are operating properly. For example, connect a laptop to the Ethernet
router and connect to the Internet.
5. Check whether a firewall or another type of network filter is blocking
communication.

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Appendix F: Mechanical Specifications

Dimensions in mm [in]:

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Appendix G: Technical Specifications

Power Description Units
AC Input Voltage
208 or 277 Vac
(Nominal)
AC Input Voltage
184-305 Vac
Range
AC Frequency 50 / 60 ± 5 Hz
Max AC Input
100 mA
Current
Supply Voltage 9-14 Vdc
Connector Type terminal block
Power Consumption <2 W (typical) W
Analog Sensor
Range Accuracy/Resolution
Inputs: 3
Input 1 0–30 mV or 0–2V
Input 2 0–2V or 0–10V ±1% f.s. / 10-bit
Input 3 -20 mA – 20 mA
Communication
Type Max. Length
Interfaces
Ethernet Interface 10/100-BaseT 100 / 330 m / ft
(1)
Wireless ZigBee card , 2G/3G GSM
Connections modem1
Power Control
4 control pins, 5V, GND 50 / 165 m / ft
Interface
Two separate ports may be
RS485 Interface 1000 / 3300 m / ft
used for local connection
Supported RS485
Devices
SolarEdge Devices Yes
Revenue Grade
(2) Yes
Meters
Non-SolarEdge
Yes
Logger
Environmental
Operating
-25°C to +60°C / -4°F to +140°F °C / °F
Temperatures

(1) Sold separately. See individual product specifications for supported locations

(2)
For a list of recommended sensors, refer to https://www.solaredge.com/se-supported-devices

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Standard
Compliance
Safety UL60950-1, IEC-60950-1
EMC FCC Part 15 class B, IEC61000-6-2, IEC61000-6-3
Mechanical
Mounting Type Wall/pole mount (brackets supplied)
Dimensions 8.1 x 12.4 x 4.6 inch /
in./mm
(HxWxD) 206.6 x 316 x 117.5 mm
Weight 3.9 lbs. / 1.8 kg lbs. / kg
Protection Rating NEMA Type 3R
Conduit Entry
0.75 / 1.00 in.
Diameters

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