Installation / User Manual APsystems Energy Communication Unit ECU-R Rev 3.
Table of Contents 1. Introduction.............................................................................................................................................3 2. Interface Explanation.............................................................................................................................. 4 2.1 Interface Layout......................................................................................................... 4 2.2 Reset.............................................
1. Introduction The APsystems Energy Communication Unit (ECU-R) is the information gateway for our inverters. The unit collects module performance data from each individual inverter and transfers this information to an Internet database in real time, requiring only a single data and power cable. Through the APsystems Energy Monitoring and Analysis software, the ECU-R gives you precise analysis of each inverter and module in your solar installation from APP.
2. Interface Explanation 2.1 Interface Layout The ECU-R interface includes, (figure 2)from left to right, are Reset、antenna(Wifi)、power connection port、RJ45 Signal port、RJ45 ethernet network port、antenna(Zigbee). The sides from top to bottom ,are SIM port,USB port,AP. Reset RJ45 Ethernet Network Port Antenna(WIFI) Power Connection Port Antenna(ZIGBEE) RJ45 Signal（Only for Australia） SIM USB AP Figure 2 2.
2. Interface Explanation 2.3 Power Connection Port The power connection port connects power through the power adapter. 2.4 RJ45 Ethernet Network Port The ECU-R allows the user to communicate with the EMA. 2.5 RJ45 Signal（Only for Australia） The RJ45 Signal is designed for DRM0, it should be connected by RJ45 connector in the package otherwise the inverter will not work. 2.6 Antenna The antennas in the package should be connected to ECU-R.
2. Interface Explanation LED1 LED2 Figure 3 2.10 LED1 LED1 will be on When the ECU-R works well. 2.11 LED2 LED2 will be on When the ECU-R connects to the sever.
3. Hardware Installation 3.1 Preparation Make sure you have the following components ready before beginning to install the ECU-R: A dedicated standard AC electrical outlet (located as close to the array as is possible). A broadband Internet connection available for your use. A broadband router with either a CAT5 Ethernet, or a wireless router. A phone with APP (see page 10). 3.
3. Hardware Installation 2）Power Distribution Cabinet Installation If you use the energy communicator in power distribution cabinet: Install the 2 guide rail fasteners on the Guide rail, the space between fasteners shall be 100mm (The guide rail fasteners will not be supplied by APsystems Please prepare it yourself). Align and move the ECU-R to the 2 guide rail fasteners.
3. Hardware Instrallation 3.4 Cable Connection 1) Using a Wall Mount Connect the adapter to the power connection port on the top of the ECU-R. Figure 6 The antennas used for Zigbee port and WI-FI port are exactly the same type, no need to distinguish.
3. Hardware Instrallation 2）Power Distribution Cabinet Installation Install the socket on the guide rail (The socket will not be supplied by APsystems Please prepare it yourself). Connect the adapter to the power connection port on the top of the ECU-R. Figure 7 Do not put the antenna inside a metal box, that will block the signal. If ECU-R is placed in ditribution box or the roof is metal, please use this long cable antenn as, and put them outside the box or on roof. The long cable antenna (2.
3. Hardware Installation 3.5 Internet Connection There are two different approaches to connecting the ECU-R to the Internet: Option 1: Direct LAN cable connection. 1) Make sure the LAN cable is connected to the network port on the bottom of the ECU-R. 2) Connect the LAN cable to a spare port on the broadband router. Figure 8 Option 2: Wireless Connection. Use ECU-R internal WLAN (see Manage the WLAN connection ).
4. ECU-R User Interface Please use mobile browser to scan the QR codes to download ECUAPP : （iOS） （Android） 4.1 Connecting to the ECU-R via the Local Wireless Open Wi-Fi setting in your smartphone, select ECU-R hotspot. Connecting to the ECU-R via the Local Wireless, the default password is “88888888”. Open the ECUAPP. Check ECUAPP is connected to ECU-R in the Home page. Before the first time to add the UID, users must set the date and time in advance. Please refer to the 4.6.2 Time Management.
4. ECU-R User Interface 4.2 Add UID Click "Settings", select "ID Management", input the UID manually or scan the UID by camera. If there is no need to modify, then click "SYNC" to update the UIDs onto ECU. 4.3 Delete UID Select the UIDs, click "DELETE" then click "SYNC". The UIDs selected are deleted on the ECU-R. 4.4 Homepage Click "Home" at the bottom of the page.
4. ECU-R User Interface Green light indicates the mobile phone is connected to the ECU-R. Grey light indicates the mobile phone fails to connect to the ECU-R. 4.5 Data 4.5.1 Real Time Data This page shall display the added inverter. According to different models of inverter, each inverter would have the corresponding modules displaying the real time power.
4. ECU-R User Interface 4.5.2 Power To This page displays the daily system power curve. Click "Power" at the real time data page to view the historical system power curve. 4.5.3 Power generation statistics Press “Energy” at the real-time data page to view the system power generation of the solar system. The statistics of power generation shall be displayed.
4. ECU-R User Interface 4.6 Settings Click "Settings" and enter into the "settings page". 4.6.1 Manage IDs Please refer to 4.2 to add UID. 4.6.2 Grid Profile Enter the Grid Profile page, you can select the grid profile for inverters. Select the grid profile, modify the parameters if it is needed and click Update. If you select the wrong grid profile, the inverters will not work normally.
4.ECU-R User Interface Enter the Detail page, you can view the inverters’ parameters. Click Read, ECU will get the parameters from inverters. You can swipe down the ID list to view the result after about 5 minutes later. 4.6.3 Time management Enter the page, the time of ECU-R shall be displayed on the right side of the page. Click "date" or "time" to modify.
4.ECU-R User Interface 4.6.4 Manage the Network Connection ECU-R's wired network setting has 2 options: automatically obtain an IP address or use a fixed IP address.Obtaining an IP address automatically means the router would distribute IP to ECU-R automatically. When choose user fixed IP, users shall use the following IPs. 4.6.5 Manage the WLAN connection The page will show up ECU's wireless connection status. Click "Refresh" button, the available SSID would show up.
4. ECU-R User Interface After the password is sent, ECU-R will restart. Please reconnect to ECU-R. 4.6.6 WLAN PASSWORD Please reconnect the ECU-R hotspot after setting the password.On the page, you can change Password. If user forget the password, hardware reset could be carried out. The initial password would be "88888888".
4. ECU-R User Interface 4.6.7 Language Select Language. 4.6.
5. Technical Data Model: ECU-R Communication Interface Integrated Wi-Fi 802.11g/n Antenna Standard2.4G Power Requirements AC Adapter 110~240 VAC, 50~60 Hz 5V 2A Power Consumption 1.7W Mechanical Data Dimensions (W×H×D) 122mm×87mmx25mm Weight 150g Ambient Temperature Range -20°C to +65°C Cooling Nature Convection; No Fans Enclosure Environmental Rating Indoor - NEMA 1(IP20) Features IEC 60950-1, EN60950-1, IEC 60529, EN 60529, Compliance ANSI/UL 60950-1, CAN/CSA C22.2 No.
5.Technical Data Disposal of your old appliance 1. When this crossed-out wheeled bin symbol is attached to a product, it means the product is covered by the European Directive 2002/96/EC. 2. All electrical and electronic products should be disposed of separately from the municipal waste stream via designated collection facilities appointed by the government or the local authorities. 3.
6.Contact Information ALTENERGY POWER SYSTEM Inc. www.APsystems.com APsystems Jiaxing China No. 1, Yatai Road, Nanhu District, Jiaxing, Zhejiang Tel: +86 573 8398 6967 Mail: info@altenergy-power.com APsystems Shanghai China B403 No. 188, Zhangyang Road, Pudong, Shanghai Tel: +86 021 3392 8205 Mail: info@altenergy-power.com APsystems Australia Suite 502, 8 Help Street, Chatswood NSW 2067 Australia Tel: +61 (0)2 8034 6587 Mail: info@altenergy-power.
