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Ethernet cables must meet the T-568B wiring standard and must be less than
320 feet in length. If a longer cable is needed additional networking hardware
may be required.
2.
Provide DHCP server access to the inverter and provide a path to the Internet
for https (port 443) from the inverter.
As shipped, the inverter requires DHCP to establish its IP address. Contact AE
Solar Energy Technical Support if a fixed IP address is required for your
network.
3. Locate the inverter's MAC address on the label on the communications
interface PCB.
When the Internet connection is established, go to the AE web site and navigate to
the PVP Commercial Monitoring page to register the inverter and begin using the
monitoring tools. Contact AE Solar Energy Technical Support if additional
information is needed on how to use the online tool.
To Verify Data Monitoring Connectivity
Verify connectivity using the following information:
1. Check the status light located on the front of the communication PCB in the
card cage on the right side of the upper compartment in the data monitoring
section.
If the green status light is in a solid on state, the data monitoring connection is
established. If the status light is not solid, troubleshoot the connection.
2. Register the inverter at the AE Solar Energy web site to complete the setup for
monitoring the inverter.
Related Links
“Troubleshooting and Solar Energy Technical Support” on page 81
MODBUS OVERVIEW
The PVP250kW and PVP260kW inverter can communicate via Modbus/TCP or
Modbus/RTU.This chapter is written for PV installers, electricians, controls
contractors, and Modbus network programmers.
Modbus Communication Protocol
Modbus is a serial communications protocol and is the most commonly used means
of monitoring and communicating between devices in the PV industry. The Modbus
protocol allows for communication between a Modbus master device and multiple
Modbus slave devices connected to the same network. The physical layer for
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