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EZ Logger Lite - user manual -1-
Chapter 1:Introduction
Chapter 1: Introduction
1.1 Features
EZ Logger Lite is a data logger for PV Inverters; the data logger is a web-server
device that capable of remote monitoring PV systems even in video camera. It can
be accessed from anywhere in the world via a standard browser and/or monitoring
program by entering the IP Address (or Domain Name), account and password. This
allows EZ Logger Lite to transmit data directly to the Internet without going to the PV
system.
Features:
Connect Up to 20 inverters (by RS485)
Email & SMS Notification & Daily report
Compatible with Pro control monitoring software
Support Wireless USB Adapter (using chipset: Atheroz/Ralink Support USB
Hub)
Support 2GB USB flash drive (FAT32) for data storage
Support USB Camera (VIMICRO ZC0301 Plus processor built-in)
Motion JPEG video stream
LCD display shows; IP address, Subnet Mask and Gateway
Built-in Web Server with 32-Bit RISC CPU
10/100Mbps Fast Ethernet Network Access
Support Java-Enabled Web Browser
Network Protocol: HTTP, TCP/IP, UDP, SMTP, PPPoE, Dynamic DNS, DNS
Client, SNTP, BOOTP, DHCP, FTP, SNMP
Resolution available: 640x480 (VGA), 352x288 (CIF), 320x240 (QVGA),
176x144 (QCIF), 160x120 (QQVGA)
Frame Rate: Up to 15fps in 640x480, Up to 20fps in 320 x 240
RTC with auto synchronization
GPRS modem connection
Temperature & Irradiation sensor connection
Hardware Specifications:
5.3VDC 1A Maximum
Operating Temperature: 0°C ~ 60°C; Operating Humidity: 10% ~ 90%
Dimensions: 48mm x 63mm x 21mm
Weight: 240 g
For Indoor Use.
1.2 EZ Logger Lite as a Remote Monitoring System
EZ Logger Lite can help user to monitor a PV system by monitoring program such as
Pro Control. The system diagram is shown in fig.1. The computers in LAN and/or
Internet can access the PV system; the mobile phone can also get SMS from Data
Logger. Even area without Internet, PV system also can transmit data through GPRS
modem.