ABB VSN300 User manual

Brand: ABB

Model: VSN300

Category: Routers

Type: User manual

ABB solar inverters

Product Manual

VSN300 Wi Logger Card (FW 1.8.9)

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

This manual contains important safety instructions that must be followed during the installation

and maintenance of the equipment.

Operators are required to read this manual and scrupulously follow the instructions given in

it, since ABB cannot be held responsible for damage caused to people and/or things, or the

equipment, if the conditions described below are not observed.

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Product Manual

VSN300 Wi Logger Card

1 - Introduction and general information

2 - Characteristics

3 - Safety and accident prevention

4 - Lifting and transport

5 - Installation

6 - Instruments

7 - Operation

8 - Maintenance

VSN300 Wi Logger Card-Product manual EN-RevA(M000026AG)

EFFECTIVE 07/07/2015

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Warranty and Supply Conditions

The warranty conditions are considered to be valid if the customer adhe-

res to the indications in this manual; any conditions deviating from those

described herein must be expressly agreed in the purchase order.

The equipment complies with the pertinent legislation currently in force in the country of in-

stallation and it has issued the corresponding declaration of conformity.

Not included in the supply

ABB accepts no liability for failure to comply with the instructions for correct installation and will

not be held responsible for systems upstream or downstream the equipment it has supplied.

It is absolutely forbidden to modify the equipment. Any modication, manipulation, or alteration

not expressly agreed with the manufacturer, concerning either hardware or software, shall re-

sult in the immediate cancellation of the warranty.

The Customer is fully liable for any modications made to the system.

Given the countless array of system congurations and installation envi-

ronments possible, it is essential to check the following: sufcient space

suitable for housing the equipment; airborne noise produced depending

on the environment; potential ammability hazards.

ABB will NOT be held liable for defects or malfunctions arising from: im-

proper use of the equipment; deterioration resulting from transportation

or particular environmental conditions; performing maintenance incor-

rectly or not at all; tampering or unsafe repairs; use or installation by

unqualied persons.

ABB will NOT be held responsible for the disposal of: displays, cables,

batteries, accumulators etc. The Customer shall therefore arrange for the

disposal of substances potentially harmful to the environment in accor-

dance with the legislation in force in the country of installation.

Introduction and general information

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1 - Introduction and general information

Table of Contents

Introduction and general information ............................................................................................... 4

Warranty and Supply Conditions ..........................................................................................................4

Not included in the supply .......................................................................................................4

Table of Contents ....................................................................................................................................5

Reference number index .......................................................................................................................7

Graphical representation of references ...............................................................................................7

The document and who it is for ...........................................................................................................8

Purpose and structure of the document .................................................................................8

List of annexes .......................................................................................................................8

Staff characteristics .................................................................................................................8

Symbols ad signs ...................................................................................................................................9

Field of use, general conditions ........................................................................................................10

Intended or allowed use ........................................................................................................10

Limits in field of use ...............................................................................................................10

Improper or prohibited use ...................................................................................................10

FCC Warning (Federal Communications Commission) ....................................................... 11

Characteristics ................................................................................................................................. 12

General conditions ...............................................................................................................................12

Models and range of equipment .........................................................................................................13

Identification of the equipment and manufacturer ................................................................13

Characteristics and technical data .....................................................................................................15

Operating diagram ................................................................................................................................ 16

Safety and accident prevention ..................................................................................................... 17

Safety instructions and general information .................................................................................... 17

Lifting and transport ........................................................................................................................ 18

General conditions ...............................................................................................................................18

Transport and handling .......................................................................................................18

Lifting .....................................................................................................................................18

Unpacking and checking ......................................................................................................18

List of components supplied .................................................................................................19

Installation ......................................................................................................................................... 20

General conditions ..............................................................................................................................20

Environmental checks ...........................................................................................................21

Recommendations for the Wi-Fi signal power ......................................................................23

Preliminary operations.........................................................................................................................24

Mechanical installation ........................................................................................................................25

Installation of the antenna .....................................................................................................25

Installation of the board .........................................................................................................26

Software setup ......................................................................................................................................29

Connection to the home Wi-Fi network ...............................................................................29

First system and user setup ..................................................................................................35

Instruments ........................................................................................................................................ 40

General conditions ..............................................................................................................................40

LED behaviour ......................................................................................................................................41

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Operation .......................................................................................................................................... 42

General conditions ..............................................................................................................................42

Internal Web Server ..............................................................................................................................43

Connection with User account .............................................................................................43

Connection with Admin account ...........................................................................................49

Resetting passwords .............................................................................................................57

Modbus TCP Gateway Functionality .................................................................................................59

Role of the Sunspec Adapter software .................................................................................59

Modbus TCP Commands ....................................................................................................61

Modbus TCP register map ....................................................................................................61

Firmware Update Function .................................................................................................................62

Updates from the Internet .....................................................................................................63

Local update ..........................................................................................................................64

Maintenance ..................................................................................................................................... 66

General conditions ..............................................................................................................................66

Troubleshooting ...................................................................................................................................67

Event codes ...........................................................................................................................................68

Storage and dismantling ....................................................................................................................69

Storage of the equipment or prolonged stop ........................................................................69

Dismantling, decommissioning and disposal ........................................................................69

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Reference number index

, Antenna connection cable

, Antenna (RF Technology Corp. Model EA-79 F RP SMA)

, Connection terminals

, Power supply led

, Status led 2

, Status led 1

, Coaxial connector

, Mechanical mounting bracket

Graphical representation of references

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1- Introduction and general information

The document and who it is for

Purpose and structure of the document

This operating and maintenance manual is a useful guide that will enable

you to work safely and carry out the operations necessary for keeping the

equipment in good working order.

If the equipment is used in a manner not specied in the installer manual, the protection pro-

vided by the equipment may be impaired.

The language in which the document was originally written is ITALIAN; therefore, in the event of

inconsistencies or doubts please ask the manufacturer for the original document.

List of annexes

In addition to this operating and maintenance manual, (if applicable or on

request) the following enclosed documentation is supplied:

- EC declaration of conformity

- quick installation guide

WARNING: Part of the information given in this document is taken from the original docu-

ments of the suppliers. This document contains only the information considered necessary

for the use and routine maintenance of the equipment.

Staff characteristics

The customer must make sure that the operator has the necessary skill and training to do his/

her job. Personnel in charge of using and maintaining the equipment must be expert, aware

and skilled for the described tasks and must reliably demonstrate their capacity to correctly

interpret what is described in the manual.

For safety reasons, only a qualied electrician who has received training and/or demonstra-

ted skills and knowledge on the structure and operation of the unit may install the inverter.

The installation must be performed by qualied installers and/or licensed electricians in ac-

cordance with the existing regulations in the country of installation.

The employment of a person who is NOT qualied, is drunk, or on narcotics, is strictly forbid-

den.

The customer has civil liability for the qualication and mental or physical state of the profes-

sional gures who interact with the equipment. They must always use the personal protective

equipment required by the laws of the country of destination and whatever is provided by their

employer.

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1- Introduction and general information

Symbols ad signs

In the manual and/or in some cases on the equipment, the danger or

hazard zones are indicated with signs, labels, symbols or icons.

Table: Symbols

This points out that it is mandatory to consult the manual or original do-

cument, which must be available for future use and must not be dama-

ged in any way.

Generic hazard - Important safety information. This points out operations

or situations in which staff must be very careful.

Hazardous voltage - This points out operations or situations in which

staff must be very careful due to hazardous voltage.

Hot parts - This points out a hazard due to the presence of heated areas

or in any case areas that have hot parts (danger of burns).

This points out that the examined area must not be entered or that the

described operation must not be carried out.

This points out that it is mandatory to carry out the described operations

using the clothing and/or personal protective equipment provided by the

employer.

IP20

IP65

This indicates the degree of protection of the equipment according to

IEC standard 70-1 (EN 60529 June 1997).

Point of connection for grounding protection.

This indicates the allowed temperature range

This indicates the risk of electric shock. Time need to discharge stored

energy: 5/10 minutes

Respectively direct current and alternating current

Isolating transformer present or not present

Positive pole and negative pole of the input voltage (DC)

This indicates the centre of gravity of the equipment.

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Field of use, general conditions

ABB accepts no liability for damage of any kind that may arise from

incorrect or careless operations.

You may not use the equipment for a use that does not conform to that provided for in the

eld of use. The equipment MUST NOT be used by inexperienced staff, or even experienced

staff if carrying out operations on the equipment that fail to comply with the indications in this

manual and enclosed documentation.

Intended or allowed use

This equipment is an expansion board

for ABB inverters designed to:

allow the inverter to connect to a local LAN network

via a wireless connection.

Through internet access, the data is

transferred to the Aurora Vision® Plant Management Platform

to remotely access and monitor the plant.

Limits in field of use

The device cannot be used in environments where there are particular restrictions on the use

of radio waves.

The device used to transmit data to the Aurora Vision® Plant Management Platform requires

a router connected to Internet (the cost of connection is to be paid by the end user).

The device can be installed in inverters produced by other manufacturers or in ABB models

which can accommodate this type of expansion.

The device can be used only if all the technical characteristics are observed.

The device is only designed for residential use.

Improper or prohibited use

IT IS STRICTLY FORBIDDEN TO:

• Installing the equipment in environments with particular ammability conditions or in adverse

or disallowed environmental conditions (temperature and humidity).

• Use the equipment with safety devices which are faulty or disabled.

• Use the equipment or parts of the equipment by linking it to other machines or equipment,

unless expressly provided for.

• Modify operating parameters that are not accessible to the operator and/or parts of the

equipment to vary its performance or change its insulation.

• Clean the equipment with corrosive products that may corrode parts or generate electrostatic

charges.

• Use or install the appliance or parts of it without having read and understood the contents of

the user and maintenance manual.

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FCC Warning (Federal Communications Commission)

This devices complies with Part 15 of the FCC standard Operation is

subject to the following conditions:

1. This device cannot cause harmful disturbances.

2. The device has to accept any disturbance it receives, including

disturbance which could compromise correct device operation.

This equipment has been tested and is compliant with the limits for digital

devices of Class B, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC standard. These

limits are designed to provide a protection against harmful disturbances

in residential installations. This equipment generates, uses and emits

radio-frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with

the instructions, can cause harmful damage to radio communication.

However, the is no guarantee that disturbances in a particular installation

may occur. If this equipment causes harmful disturbances to radio or

television reception which could be determined when the equipment is

switched on and off, the user is invited to attempt to correct the disturbance

with one of the following measures:

- Reposition or change the direction of the reception antenna.

- Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver.

- Connect the device to a different circuit socket to that one used for the

receiver.

- Contact the dealer or a radio / television technician for assistance.

RF exposure. This devices complies with Part 2,1091 of the FCC standard

for uncontrolled environments. This equipment must be installed and

used with a minimum distance between the antenna and the user of at

least 20 cm.

Refer to the specic section which describes the procedures for

integrating and using this device inside a xed inverter.

Any modications made to this equipment, unless expressly authorized

by the manufacturer, may invalidate FCC authorization for using the

equipment.

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General conditions

A description of the characteristics of the equipment is given so as to

identify its main components and specify the technical terminology used

in the manual.

Technical terminology and the fast retrieval system for information, are

supported by:

• Contents

• Reference number index

The Characteristics chapter contains information about the models, de-

tails of the equipment, characteristics and technical data, overall dimen-

sions and identication of the equipment itself.

The customer/Installer takes full responsibility if, when reading this manual, the chronological

order of its presentation established by the manufacturer is not observed. All information is

provided considering occasional inclusion of that provided in previous chapters.

In certain cases, there may be a need to separately document software

functionality or attach supplementary documentation to this manual in-

tended for more qualied professionals.

Characteristics

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2 - Characteristics

Models and range of equipment

The device dealt with in this manual is available in a single version

suitable for all countries of installation.

The list of compatible converters and the functions released for each

inverter model is indicated in a separate document “Inverter Compatibility

Matrix” which is available from the ofcial ABB website ( http://www.abb.

com/solarinverters ) in the Monitoring and Communication section

Identification of the equipment and manufacturer

The technical data provided in this manual does not substitute the data

supplied on the labels afxed to the equipment.

The labels afxed to the equipment must NOT be removed, damaged, stained, hidden, etc.,

for any reason whatsoever.

The following information which is useful in identifying the product, is

printed on the printed circuit of the VSN300 Wi Logger Card:

- Manufacturer's Trade Mark

- CE Marking (European Union)

- RCM Marking (Australia)

- FCC ID

The FCC ID is: X6W-3N16E when the device is assembled with the Wi-Fi

radio module supplied by Epcos

The FCC ID is: X6W-3N16M when the device is assembled with the Wi-

Fi radio module supplied by Murata

An FCC ID label is supplied and must be positioned where it is clearly visible on the outside

of the inverter in which the board is installed.

Contains FCC ID: X6W-3N16E

Contains FCC ID: X6W-3N16M

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In addition to the information printed on the printed circuit, there is also a

label on the packaging which can be removed and has other important

information:

ABB

VSN300 WIFI LOGGER CARD

SN: YYWWSSSSSS

MAC: XX:XX:XX:XX:XX:XX

PRODUCT KEY: XXXX - XXXX - XXXX - XXXX

Manufacturer's identication

Model identication

MAC address of the device

Product code consisting of 16

characters. This is required order

to activate the device

Serial number consisting of:

YY = year of manufacture

WW = week of manufacture

SSSSSS = sequential number

The identication label must be kept and should be placed in a dedicated area inside the

quick installation guide supplied with the product.

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Characteristics and technical data

Table: Technical Data VSN300 Wi Logger Card

Communication

Inverter Interface

Hyperlink (CAN@1 Mbps + RS485@115 kBaud) / Legacy (RS232 TTL @ 19.2

KBaud)

User Interface Wi-Fi Certied™ IEEE 802.11 b/g/n (2,4 GHz)

Communication protocols

LAN/WAN Protocols HTTPS, DHCP, NTP, SSL, SSH, XML, Modbus TCP (Sunspec)

Data Registration

Web user interface Integrated

Browsers supported by the Web Interface

Internet Explorer ver. 10 or subsequent, Mozilla Firefox ver. 37.x or subsequent,

Google Chrome ver. 39.x or subsequent

Local monitoring

Permitted remotely with any Wi-Fi

device connected to the integrated WUI or

starting Plant Viewer for Mobile

Remote monitoring Plant Portfolio Manager

/ Plant Viewer™ / Plant Viewer for Mobile

Data Registration Specications

Frequency of Data sampling High frequency data sampling (an average of less than 1 minute)

Local ling 30-day data log based on 15 minute intervals

Updatability

Remote via Aurora Vision® Plant Management Platform / local via Web user

Interface

(1)

Advanced functions

O & M remote operations Changing inverter parameters

(2)

/ Updating inverter rmware

(2)

Smart Grid Function Grid control power-management enabled

(2)

Power

DC Direct current draw ~ 2W

Environmental parameters

Ambient temperature -20°C...+85°C

Environmental protection IP 20

Relative Humidity < 85% w/o condensation

Mechanical parameters (per unit)

Dimensions (H x W x D) 97mm x 46mm x 16mm (3.81’ x 1.81’ x 0.63’)

Weight 0.06 lbs (26g)

Assembly system Inverter expansion slot

Conformity

Marking CE / RCM / Wi-Fi Certied™

Emissions 47 CFR FCC Part 15 Subpart C, EN 55022 Conducted and radiated emissions

Immunity EN55024

1. Available from Firmware version FW 1.8.x

2. Check availability

The technical data refers to the product with the Firmware version as identied on the cover

of the manual.

Any subsequent rmware updates can change the product characteristics and operation.

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Operating diagram

The plant diagram shows how the VSN300 Wi Logger Card allows

the inverter to connect to a LAN local network using a Wi-Fi wireless

connection.

The VSN300 Wi Logger Card features an integrated webserver that

enables to establish a direct connection to a PC, smartphone or tablet,

allowing for board setup and local monitoring of the inverter.

The setup of the board can also be carried out using a smartphone

or tablet on which the Plant Viewer for Mobile App has been installed

(therefore, avoiding the need for accessing the Web interface).

When the inverter is connected to the WLAN network with access to the

Internet, the device allows data to be transferred to the Aurora Vision®

CLOUD platform for Internet monitoring using the Plant Portfolio Manager

/ Plant Viewer / Plant viewer for Mobile.

Plant Portfolio Manager /

Plant Viewer / Plant Viewer for Mobile

Plant Viewer for Mobile

VSN 300

WIFI LOGGER CARD

GFI

TRI

OWE

WiFi router

INTERNET

VSN300 Wi Logger Card operating diagram

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Safety instructions and general information

The equipment has been manufactured in accordance with the strictest

accident-prevention regulations and supplied with safety devices suitable

for the protection of components and operators.

For obvious reasons, it is not possible to anticipate the great number of installations and

environments in which the equipment will be installed; it is therefore necessary for the

customer to appropriately inform the manufacturer about particular installation conditions.

ABB accepts no liability for failure to comply with the instructions for correct

installation are cannot be held responsible for the systems upstream or

downstream of the equipment it has supplied.

It is essential to provide operators with correct information. They must therefore read and

comply with the technical information given in the manual and in the attached documentation.

The instructions given in the manual do not replace the safety devices

and technical data for installation and operation stuck on the product,

and they certainly do not replace the safety regulations in force in the

country of installation and common sense rules.

The manufacturer is willing to train staff, at its premises or on site, in

accordance with conditions to be set out in the contract.

Do not use the equipment if you nd any operating anomalies.

Avoid temporary repairs. All repairs should be carried out using only

genuine spare parts, which must be installed in accordance with their

intended use.

Liabilities arising from commercial components are delegated to the

respective manufacturers.

TRAINING

Safety and accident prevention

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General conditions

Some recommendation apply only to large size product or multiple small size packings.

Transport and handling

Transport of the equipment, especially by road, must be carried out with

by suitable ways and means for protecting the components (in particular,

the electronic components) from violent shocks, humidity, vibration, etc.

During handling, do not make any sudden or fast movements that

can create dangerous swinging.

Lifting

ABB usually stores and protects individual components by suitable

means to make their transport and subsequent handling easier, but as a

rule it is necessary to turn to the experience of specialized staff in change

of loading and unloading the components.

Where indicated and/or where there is a provision, eyebolts or handles,

which can be used as anchorage points, are inserted and/or can be

inserted.

The ropes and means used for lifting must be suitable for bearing the weight of the equipment.

Do not lift several units or or parts of the equipment at the same time,

unless otherwise indicated.

Unpacking and checking

We remind you that the packaging elements (cardboard, cellophane,

staples, adhesive tape, straps, etc.) may cause cuts and/or injuries if not

handled with care. They should be removed by suitable means and not

left in the hands of irresponsible people (e.g., children).

The components of the packaging must be disposed on in accordance with the regulations in

force in the country of installation.

When you open the package, check that the equipment is undamaged

and make sure all the components are present.

If you nd any defects or damage, stop unpacking and consult the carrier,

and also promptly inform the Service ABB.

Lifting and transport

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4 - Lifting and transport

List of components supplied

The following components are supplied with the device and are required

to correctly install and connect the inverter

Main components Quantity

Locking screw 1

Plastic locking nut 1

Adapter kit (gasket and adapter) 1 + 1

Spacer for installation on inverters equipped

with Arc Fault device

Antenna connection cable 1

Wi-Fi Antenna 1

Cable clamp 1

Contains FCC ID: X6W-3N16E

Contains FCC ID: X6W-3N16M

FCC ID label 1

ABB

VSN300 WIFI LOGGER CARD

SN: YYWWSSSSSS

MAC: XX:XX:XX:XX:XX:XX

PRODUCT KEY: XXXX - XXXX - XXXX - XXXX

Identication label 1

In addition to what is explained in this guide, the safety and installation information provided in the installation manual must be read and followed.

The technical documentation and the interface and management software for the product are available at the website.

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