Chauvin Arnoux Green TEST-FTV 100 User manual

 Testing instrument for photovoltaic installations
ENGLISH
User’s
manual

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FOREWORD
Thank you for purchasing this GREEN TEST FTV 100.
For best results from your instrument:
• read this operating manual carefully
• observe the safety precautions
Meanings of the symbols used on the instrument
Selective disposal for the recycling of electric
and electronic material required in the European
Union.
Under directive WEEE 2002/96/EC, this
equipment must not be treated as a household
waste.
CAUTION - DANGER! Refer to the operating
instructions. Failure to correctly observe or
perform instructions in this manual preceded by
this symbol may result in bodily injury or
damage to the device and to the installations.
Compliant with European Union directives.
Device entirely protected by double insulation or
reinforced insulation.
USB port
PRECAUTIONS FOR USE
The instructions that follow are mandatory for correct use of the instrument. Failure to comply with these
precautions may result in an electric shock, explosion, or fire.
♦ The user is invited to refer to these instructions whenever the symbol appears.
♦ Improper use of the instrument impairs its protection functions and may create a hazardous
situation.
♦ When removing and installing the battery, make sure that the test leads, sensors, and power
supply units are disconnected. The instrument must be disconnected and locked off.
♦ Responsibility for the safety of any installation built using this tool lies with the system
assembler.
♦ For your safety, use only the compatible accessories and cables supplied with the instrument,
in conformity with IEC standard 61010-031 (2002). When sensors or accessories having a
lower voltage rating and/or category than the device are used, the lower voltage rating and/or
category applies to the system so constituted.

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♦ Before each use, check that the cables, housings, and accessories are in perfect condition.
Any cable, sensor, or accessory of which the insulation is damaged (even partially) must be
repaired or scrapped.
♦ Comply with the environmental conditions.
♦ We recommend using the personal protection equipment appropriate to the environmental
conditions of use of the instrument.
♦ This tool can be used on class IV installations at voltages (AC or DC) not exceeding 600V
referred to earth (IEC 61010-1) or on category III installations, at voltages not exceeding
1000V. Never use the instrument on networks of which the voltage or category exceeds those
mentioned.
♦ Use the instrument only with the mains power supply unit or the battery pack supplied by the
manufacturer. These units include specific safety devices.
♦ Observe the limits of physical protection of the equipment and sensors. Keep your hands away
from unused terminals.
MEASUREMENT CATEGORIES
Definitions of the measurement categories according to EN-61010-1:
CAT I: Measurement category I corresponds to measurements taken on circuits not directly connected to
the network.
CAT II: Measurement category II corresponds to measurements taken on circuits directly connected to the
network.
Example: measurements on electrodomestic units, portable tools, and similar devices
CAT III: Measurement category III corresponds to measurements on building installations.
Example: measurements on distribution panels and wiring.
CAT IV: Measurement category IV corresponds to measurements taken at the source of low-voltage
installations.
Example: meters and measurements on overvoltage protection devices.
REMARKS CONCERNINGTHIS MANUAL
♦ The information in this manual is subject to change without notice. The manufacturer cannot
be held liable for any errors it may contain.
♦ Great care has been taken in the preparation of this manual, but should you, even so, have
remarks to make, encounter difficulties in using our product, or have questions about it, please
get in touch either with your dealer or with us.
♦ Make sure that you fully understand the conditions of use of the product, such as its hardware
and software characteristics and its constraints of use. We cannot be held liable for damage
caused by improper use of the device.
♦ Reproduction of this manual or of any part of it without our prior written permission is
forbidden.\
♦ The names of products mentioned in this manual may be the trademarks, registered or not, of
their respective owners.

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CONTENTS
FOREWORD................................................................................................................. 2
Meanings of the symbols used on the instrument......................................................................................... 2
PRECAUTIONS FOR USE..............................................................................................2
MEASUREMENT CATEGOR I ES ...................................................................................... 3
REMARKS CONCERNING THIS MANUAL ...................................................................... 3
CONTENTS .................................................................................................................. 4
1. INTRODUCTION...................................................................................................... 6
2. CONTENT OF THE DELIVERY ................................................................................... 6
3. PRESENTATION ...................................................................................................... 7
4. SWITCHING ON/OFF .............................................................................................. 8
. PREPARING THE SCREEN ........................................................................................ 9
6. POWER SUPPLY .................................................................................................... 12
6.1 BATTERY LIFE BETWEEN CHARGES........................................................................ 12
6.2 CHARGING THE BATTERY ..................................................................................... 12
6.3 POWER S PPLY................................................................................................... 12
7. MENU TREE ........................................................................................................... 13
8. DESCRIPTION OF THE MENUS............................................................................... 16
8.1 SING THE ALPHAN MERIC KEYPAD ..................................................................... 16
8.2 SITE MEN ......................................................................................................... 16
8.2.1 NEW SITE DATA ......................................................................................... 16
8.2.2 A LOOK AT THE THEORY.............................................................................. 16
8.2.3 SELECT A SITE ........................................................................................... 17
8.2.4 MODIFY A SITE........................................................................................... 17
8.3 MEAS REMENT MEN .......................................................................................... 17
8.3.1 MEASUREMENT ACQUISITION ...................................................................... 17
8.3.2 MEASUREMENT ACQUIRED........................................................................... 18
8.4 ADJ STMENTS MEN ........................................................................................... 19
8.5 CONFIG RATION ................................................................................................ 20
8.6 REMOTE MEAS REMENT ...................................................................................... 20
8.7 LOCATIONS OF THE MEAS REMENT POINTS ON THE PHOTOVOLTAIC PANELS............ 21
8.8 MEAS REMENT ACQ ISITION............................................................................... 22
8.9 LOCATIONS OF THE MEAS REMENT POINTS ON A SINGLE-PHASE INVERTER ............. 23
8.10 MEAS REMENT ACQ ISITION............................................................................. 24
8.11 CONNECTIONS OF THE MEAS REMENTS OF THE COMPLETE SITE WITH SINGLE-PHASE
O TP T................................................................................................................... 25
8.12 MEAS REMENT ACQ ISITION............................................................................. 26
8.13 LOCATIONS OF THE MEAS REMENT POINTS ON A THREE-PHASE INVERTER............. 27
8.14 MEAS REMENT ACQ ISITION............................................................................. 28
8.15 CONNECTIONS OF THE MEAS REMENTS OF THE COMPLETE SITE WITH THREE-PHASE
O TP T................................................................................................................... 29
8.16 MEAS REMENT ACQ ISITION............................................................................. 30

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8.17 MEAS REMENT OF THE COMPLETE SITE IN TWO SEPARATE STAGES....................... 30
8.18 COMM NICAT I ON INTERFACE............................................................................. 31
8.18.1 RS232 INTERFACE - TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS.................................... 31
8.18.2 USB INTERFACE - TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS ....................................... 31
8.19 "GREEN REPORT" SOFTWARE.............................................................................. 31
8.19.1 REEN REPORT SOFTWARE INSTALLATION PROCEDURE .............................. 32
8.19.2 FUNCTIONS OF THE REEN REPORT SOFTWARE ......................................... 32
8.19.2.1 CONFIGURATION..................................................................................................................... 32
8.19.2.2 CONNECTION OF THE INSTRUMENT TO THE PC:............................................................... 32
8.19.2.3 "REPORT".................................................................................................................................. 33
8.19.2.4 "REAL TIME".............................................................................................................................. 33
8.19.2.5 "DATA ACQUIRED"................................................................................................................... 33
8.19.2.6 "INSTALLATIONS" .................................................................................................................... 33
8.19.3 EXAMPLES OF RAPHS CREATED BY " REEN REPORT" SOFTWARE................ 34
9. REPORT ON STATUSES AND MEASUREMENTS ....................................................... 34
10. TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF THE INSTRUMENT ........................................ 36
11. CHARACTERISTICS OF THE REMOTED MODULE................................................... 37
11.1 PROCED RE FOR CONNECTION AND CONFIG RATION OF THE REMOTED FTV 100
MOD LE .................................................................................................................. 38
12. TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF THE "BLUETOOTH" COMMUNICATION KIT.... 39
13. TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF THE "CABLE" KIT ......................................... 40
13.1 PROCED RE FOR CONNECTION AND CONFIG RATION OF THE "BL ETOOTH" OR
"RS232 CABLE" COMM NICATION KIT ........................................................................ 40
14. PRODUCING A CABLE USING THE RS232 CONNECTORS PROVIDED WITH THE
OPTIONAL REMOTED FTV 10 0 M ODULE .................................................................... 41
1 . TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF THE PYRANOMETER...................................... 41
15.1 INTROD CTION ................................................................................................ 41
15.2 OPERATING PRINCIPLE ...................................................................................... 41
15.3 INSTALLATION AND ASSEMBLY OF THE PYRANOMETER.......................................... 42
15.4 TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS........................................................................... 43
16. WARRANTY......................................................................................................... 43
17. MAINTENANCE.................................................................................................... 44
17.1 CLEANING ........................................................................................................ 44
17.2 METROLOGICAL CHECKS.................................................................................... 44
17.3 REPAIRS .......................................................................................................... 44
17.4 REPAIR O TSIDE WA R R A N TY......................................... E RREUR ! S IGNET NON DEFINI .
18. TO ORDER........................................................................................................... 4

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1. INTRODUCTION
The GREEN TEST FTV 100 is a measuring instrument designed and built to meet the needs of technicians
during the installation, testing, certification, and maintenance of photovoltaic systems.
Photovoltaic systems comprise two parts:
♦ A photovoltaic generator, comprising one or more series of photovoltaic panels that generate
a direct current.
♦ The inverter that converts the direct current generated by the panels into an alternating
current that is supplied to the network for use.
The GREEN TEST FTV 100 has three inputs for measurements of the voltage (V
DC
) and current (I
DC
)
delivered by the photovoltaic generator, making it possible to measure up to three series of solar panels at a
time. Depending on the needs of the installation, you may use one input, two, or all three.
The other side of the instrument has three inputs for measurements of AC voltages (V
AC
) and three for
measurements of alternating currents (I
AC
), making possible measurements on one, two, or three phases.
Make sure that the voltage and current connections are in phase, to avoid the acquisition of errored
measurements.
The measurements available on the GREEN TEST FTV 100:
♦ measurement of solar radiation by pyranometer (up to 2000W/m²);
♦ measurement of outdoor temperature using a Pt100 probe (up to 80°C);
♦ measurement of the temperature of the solar panels using a Pt100 probe (up to 120°C);
♦ calculations of the theoretical power available;
♦ measurement of the voltage (1000V
DC
), of the current (PAC10-FTV current clamps 200A
DC
,
PAC20-FTV current clamps 1400 A
DC
) and of the power delivered by the solar panels;
♦ measurement of the voltage (600V
AC
), of the current (MN-FTV current clamps 200A
A
C
, C107-
FTV current clamps1000A
AC,
D43-FTV current clamps 3000A
AC
) and of the output power of the
inverter;
♦ calculation of the efficiency of the solar panels with display of the values and highlighting of the
test result;
♦ calculation of the DC/AC energy conversion (inverter) efficiency with display of the values and
highlighting of the test result;
♦ Memory used to store customer data and system measurements;
2. CONTENT OFTHE DELIVERY
Basic equipment Optional equipment
Description Qty Description
Pyranometer for solar radiation + connecting
cable 1 D43-FTV ammeter clamps for measurement of the alternating current (3000A
AC
)
Pt100 probe for the ambient temperature 1 C107-FTV ammeter clamps for measurement
of the alternating current (1000A
AC
)
Pt100 probe for the temperature of the panels 1 PAC10-FTV ammeter clamps for
measurement of the direct current (200A
DC
)

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MN-FTV ammeter clamps for measurement
of the alternating current (200A
AC
) 3 PAC20-FTV ammeter clamps for measurement of the direct current (1400A
DC
)
PAC10-FTV ammeter clamps for
measurement of the direct current (200A
DC
) 1 FTV 100 remoted module + 2 male/male RS232 connectors
Set of 3m leads (red/black) 4 Bluetooth communication kit
(transmitter/receiver)
Pairs of test probes (red/black) 4 15m serial cable with male/male RS232
connector
4.5Ah Li-Ion battery 1 RS232/USB adapter
Power supply unit 1 Alligator clips
USB cable 1 No. 22 carrying bag
Transport accessories 1
Certificate of validation of the instrument 1
CD-ROM containing:
Operating manual of the Green Test FTV 100
Green Report V2.5 + instructions
UpLoader 2.1 + instructions
USB serial driver + instructions
1
3. PRESENTATION
16
17
19
22
20
18
13
14
1
1
2
3
7
8
9
10
11
12
4
6
21

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1. input 1: ammeter clamp A
AC
2. input 2: ammeter clamp A
AC
3. input 3: ammeter clamp A
AC
4. input 2: ammeter clamp A
DC
5. input 2: ammeter clamp A
DC
6. input 3: ammeter clamp A
DC
7. input 1: voltage V
AC
8. input 2: voltage V
AC
9. input 3: voltage V
AC
10. input 1: voltage V
DC
11. input 2: voltage V
DC
12. input 3: voltage V
DC
13. ambient temperature probe input
14. pyranometer input
15. solar panel temperature probe input
16. USB serial port (to PC)
17. RS232 serial port –to remoted unit)
18. multi-function alphanumeric keypad having the following keys:
▲ "up" navigation key
ENTER selection validation key
▼ "down" navigation key
On/Off button
ESC menu exit key
DEL entry deletion key
19. input of external power supply (15V DC, 2A maximum consumed)
20. PWR ON/CHARGE FULL (only when an external power supply is connected); lights during
recharging of the internal batteries or when they have reached full charge.
21. BAT Ch (only when an external power supply is connected); lights during the charging of the
batteries.
4. SWITCHING ON/OFF
Pressing the button for 1 second switches the instrument on.
Pressing the button for 3 seconds when the instrument is on switches it off.
REMARK: Pressing for more than one second when switching on may resulting in faulty lighting of the
screen.
If this happens, hold the button down for more than 3 seconds, then switch the instrument back on.
The instrument can operate on battery power alone (without the external supply) if it is adequately charged,
or when connected to the power supply unit.

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5. PREPARINGTHE SCREEN
The GREEN TEST FTV 100 has a 5.7" LCD screen that displays all measurements and the results of the
efficiency calculations in real time.
SYSTEM 1POWER [kW]:]:7.50 MIN RAD [W/m2]:600.00
PANEL EFFICIENCY
--.-%
INVERTER EFFICIENCY
--.-%
ENVIRONMENT MEASUREMENT
Radiation W/m
2
: 0.00
environm temp. °C: ---.--
panel temp. °C: ---.--
temp. coeff.: -.--
THEORATICAL
AVAIL POWER [kW]: 0.00
DC MEASUREMENT ERROR
V1: - ∗
∗∗
∗- I1: - 37.9A
V2: - ∗
∗∗
∗- I2: - 38.1A
V3: - ∗
∗∗
∗- I3: - 38.9A
DC POWER [kW]: 0.00
AC MEASURE ERROR
V1: - ∗
∗∗
∗- I1: 0.00A
V2: - ∗
∗∗
∗- I2: 0.00A
V3: - ∗
∗∗
∗- I3: 0.00A
AC POWER [kW]: 0.00
FUNCTION MENU
 INSTALLATION
MEASURE
ADJUSTMENT
CONFIGURATION
REMOTE MEASURE OFF
WARNING
1. IMP: indicates the number of the photovoltaic installation selected
2. POWER [kW]: indicates the nominal power of the photovoltaic installation (value entered by the
user).
3. MIN RAD [W/m²]: indicates the minimum insolation required for the performance calculations
(see ADJUSTMENTS MENU). The default value is 600 W/m².
4. ENVIRONMENT MEASURES:
Radiation W/m²: indicates the insolation measured by pyranometer (located on the
panels and having the same inclination) (see also the directions
for use of the pyranometer).
temp. environm °C: indicates the value of environment temperature measured by a
Pt100 probe.
temp. panels °C: indicates the temperature of the solar panels measured by a
Pt100 probe.
temp. coeff.: indicates the panel performance correction parameter.
This value changes when the temperature is above the data
entered (NOCT).
It is a constant 0.85 when the temperature is between 0°C and
the NOCT (normal operating cell temperature).
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
11
12
14
13
15

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When it exceeds the NOCT, the coefficient falls below 0.85 and
the panel loses efficiency (see page 34, §15.2).
The variation of the temperature coefficient also depends on the
values entered for Gamma and for NOCT.
REMARK: For all of the atmospheric measurements above, when the screen displays “---,--“ with the text
LOST (in red) at bottom right, communication has been broken off between the GREEN TEST instrument
and the remoted module. This interruption may be because the batteries of the remoted module are
discharged or because the signal has been lost (no Bluetooth link).
5. THEORETICAL AVAILABLE POWER [kW]: theoretical power for an insolation of 1000 W/m²
(value entered by the user, see SITE MENU – NEW SITE DATA).
6. DC MEASUREMENTS:
Display blank
V1: DC voltage or “- * -“ I1: direct current or -37.9A (-279.3A in 1.4kA version)
V2: DC voltage or “- * -“ I2: direct current or -38.1A (-279.8A in 1.4kA version)
V3: DC voltage or “- * -“ I3: direct current or -38.9A (-276.2A in 1.4kA version)
- ∗
∗∗
∗-: alert for each individual input (V1, V2, or V3):
 No connection to the PV system
 Voltage < 10V
DC
 DC polarity reversed
 AC voltage on DC inputs (connection error)
The “- * -” symbol also flashes WARNING is displayed at bottom right of the screen
7. DC POWER [kW]: indicates the measured direct current power from the solar generator.
8. ALTERNATING CURRENT MEASUREMENTS:
Display blank
V1: AC voltage or “- * -“ I1: alternating current (2.0A for the 3kA version)
V2: AC voltage or “- * -“ I2: alternating current (1.0A for the 3kA version)
V3: AC voltage or “- * -“ I3: alternating current (1.1A for the 3kA version)
- ∗
∗∗
∗-: alert for each individual input (V1, V2, or V3):
 No connection to the PV system
 Voltage < 25V
AC
The “- * -” symbol also flashes WARNING is displayed at bottom right of the screen
REMARK: when connecting to the PV system, check that the phases correspond (V1-I1, V2-I2, etc.)
9. AC POWER [kW]: indicates the measured AC output power of the inverter.
10. EFFICIENCY OF PANELS: indicates the efficiency of the photovoltaic generator as a
percentage (%), along with all of the test results.
REMARK: if Italian is the language selected for this device, under the provisions of standards applicable in
Italy (DM19/02/2007, IEC guide 82-25), the results of the "Good/Bad" tests appear alongside the %
efficiencies.

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In this case:
Measurements
in percentage
(%)
TEST
RESULTS
REMARK
From ≥85% to
99.9%
OK Value in percentage and "OK" displayed in steady green
From 0% to
<85%
R J CT D Value in percentage and "R J CT D" displayed in steady red
>99.9 “
----- “
Flashing red dashes: anomaly, check the measurement
parameters (power, current, voltage, insolation) and the
connections of the photovoltaic system
11. INVERTER EFFICIENCY indicates the efficiency of the DC/AC conversion as a percentage and
displays all checks.
REMARK: if Italian is the language selected for this device, under the provisions of standards applicable in
Italy (DM19/02/2007, IEC guide 82-25), the results of the "Good/Bad" tests appear alongside the %
efficiencies.
In this case:
Measurements in
percentage (%)
TEST RESULTS REMARK
From ≥90% to
99.9%
OK Value in percentage and "OK" displayed in steady green
From 0% to <90% R J CT D Value in percentage and "R J CT D" displayed in steady red
>99.9 “
----- “
Flashing red dashes: anomaly, check the measurement parameters
(power, current, voltage, insolation) and the connections of the
photovoltaic system
12. ERROR: indicates an alert in the following cases:
- Wrong connections between the photovoltaic installation and the FTV 100, in the
matching of the AC measurement phases (for example V1-I2, current clamps connected
backwards) resulting in a negative AC power reading;
- Wrong connections between the photovoltaic installation and the FTV 100, in the DC
measurements part (current clamps connected backwards) resulting in a negative DC
power reading.
13. DC CURRENT (current clamps not connected): Because of the great sensitivity of the inputs
and their high impedances, the display unit indicates non-zero values. When a clamp is
connected, this value can briefly reach (for the 200A clamp) I1 = -37.9A, I2 = -38.1A, I3 = -38.9A
or (for the 1.4kA clamp) I1 = -279.3A, I2 = -279.8A, I3 = -276.2A) before falling back to zero.
If low values remain displayed for a non-zero direct current when clamps are connected to the
instrument, adjust the potentiometer to eliminate the residual magnetization of the ammeter
causing the "ZERO" reading (see the instructions in the PAC current clamps manual).
14. AC CURRENT (current clamps not connected): When the instrument is switched on, the
alternating current displayed is zero.
15. OFF–ON–LOST INDICATIONS (REMOTE MEASUREMENT MENU) set to point 15, these texts
may indicate:
OFF (red): If the remote module is used, it is possible to choose
"with" or "without" the panel temperature probe (see ENVIRONMENT MEASUREMENT
sub-menu);
ON (red): The instrument is connected to the remoted module in the two cases anticipated
(see ENVIRONMENT MEASUREMENT sub-menu);
LOST (red): interruption of communication between the GREEN TEST instrument and the
remoted module, because the batteries of the remoted module are discharged or the
signal has been lost (no Bluetooth transmission).
The response time of the instrument for the display of "Lost" is approximately 20
seconds.
Communication is restored automatically only if the instrument and the remoted
module are off (ON is displayed on the screen instead of LOST).

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6. POWER SUPPLY
6.1 BATTERY LIFE BETWEEN CHARGES
The battery icon at bottom right on the screen indicates the charge level (proportional to the number of bars
of the icon that are visible).
Battery full. Life: approximately 8 hours
Battery half-charged. Life: approximately 30 minutes
Battery discharged (symbol flashes). Life: approximately 10 minutes
6.2 CHARGING THE BATTERY
The battery is charged with the instrument off, using the mains adapter provided, connected to the
corresponding jack. Even with the instrument connected to mains, you cannot charge the battery if the
instrument is on.
We recommend using only the mains adapter supplied with the instrument. It is specially designed for it and
ensures electric safety.
If the battery is fully discharged, the charging time is approximately 5 hours.
6.3 POWER SUPPLY
The power supply unit is compatible with voltages between 90V and 260V, at 50Hz. Its internal fuses are not
accessible.
REMARK: If the fuses blow, do not attempt to replace them, but send the power supply unit to Customer
Service for inspection.

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7. MENUTREE
When the instrument is powered up, the "FUNCTIONS MENU" is displayed in the bottom right part of the
screen.

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8. DESCRIPTION OFTHE MENUS
When the instrument is switched on and the main screen is displayed, the bottom right box contains the
"FUNCTIONS MENU" with the main options. Each menu option selected gives access to one of the specific
functions described below.
Emissivity:
8.1 USING THE ALPHANUMERIC KEYPAD
Proceed as follows to select the options of the "FUNCTIONS MENU":
♦ Place the yellow cursor on the desired option using the • or •arrow key;or •arrow key;
♦ Press the ENTER button to confirm each selection;
♦ Then enter the data using the alphanumeric keys, bearing in mind that by continuing to press
the same button you select the corresponding letters and figures;
♦ Press ENTER again to validate your entry.
8.2 SITE MENU
8.2.1 NEW SITE DATA
This function is used to adjust the parameters of the installation being checked, in addition to the register of
data concerning the sites, to print the certification document.
You can configure up to 20 sites in the memory of the instrument, each of which can acquire a maximum of
12 measurement reports (certifications).
REMARK: since the data concerning the POWER of the site, the SENSITIVITY of the pyranometer, and the
NOCT and GAMMA parameters are used for the efficiency calculations, make sure to enter the correct
values to avoid vitiating the calculations.
♦ Power of the site [kW]: indicates the theoretical power of the site;
♦ NOCT [°C]: nominal operating temperature of the cell (data provided by the manufacturer of
the panels);
♦ GAMMA g [%/°C]: power vs. temperature coefficient of the PV module (value entered between
0.01 and 0.99) (data provided by the manufacturer of the panels)
REMARK: enter the unsigned numerical value “+” or “-”;
♦ Name: indicates the name of the site;
♦ Address (street and number), postal code and Town: indicate the address of the site;
♦ Code: indicates the customer's tax file number;
♦ Select CONFIRMATION and wait for the data entered to be recorded.
REMARK: the data entered are recorded only if the power of the site, NOCT, and GAMMA have been
entered correctly.
8.2.2 A LOOK AT THE THEORY
One characteristic of the photovoltaic panels used, the parameter γ
γγ
γ(gamma), is generally indicated by the
manufacturer of the panels. For modules made of crystalline silicon, it is generally 0.4-0.5%°C (to enter the
value of g, refer to the description of the NEW SITE DATA MENU).
The NOCT parameter is characteristic of the photovoltaic panels used. It too is indicated by the
manufacturer of the panels. For modules made of crystalline silicon, it is generally between 40°C and 50°C.
Temperatures Tamb and Tcel are used in the calculations by the GREEN TEST FTV 100 and are measured
by a Pt100 temperature probe.

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♦ Tcel, which is the cell temperature of a PV module, can be measured using a thermoresistive
sensor directly connected to the instrument or using the remoted FTV 100 module.
♦ Tamb is the ambient temperature, which can be measured using a sensor connected directly
to the instrument or using a remoted FTV 100 module (the probe is generally placed in the
shade).
In the measurement of P
DC
, if an operating temperature ≥
≥≥
≥40°C is measured on the backs of the modules, a
temperature correction of the site itself is allowed.
In this case, the relation Pcc > 0.85 x Pnom x I/Istc becomes:
P
DC
> (1 – Ptpv – 0.08) x Pnom x I/Istc
where Ptpv corresponds to the thermal losses of the photovoltaic generator.
Several practices exist. It is possible to select two types of mathematical relation to calculate the correction
factor.
The temperature of the photovoltaic cells being known, this parameter is calculated using the relation:
Ptpv = (Tcel – 25) x γ
γγ
γ
Or, from the ambient temperature, by:
Ptpv = [Tamb - 25 + (NOCT – 20) x I/0,8] x γ
γγ
γ
8.2.3 SELECT A SITE
This function is used to select the data of a photovoltaic site stored in memory. This configuration is used to
perform the measurements and as reference for a possible printed report.
This menu includes the following commands:
♦ NEXT SYSTEM
Press ENTER to go to the next recorded site
♦ PREVIOUS SYSTEM
Press ENTER to go to the previous recorded site
♦ ERASE SITE
Press ENTER to erase the selected site from memory
♦ ERASE ALL SITES
Press ENTER to erase all sites stored in memory
8.2.4 MODIFY A SITE
This function lets you modify the data of a site entered previously.
To make modifications, place the cursor on the line concerned and press ENTER, enter the new value, and
press ENTER again to confirm the modification.
Press ESC to confirm the modifications and update the data in memory.
8.3 MEASUREMENT MENU
8.3.1 MEASUREMENT ACQUISITION
Each of the 20 sites can acquire up to 12 measurement reports (certifications).
Press ENTER to select the measurements to be acquired.
♦ ENVIRONMENT AND DC
Press ENTER to select the ENVIRONMENT and DC measurements of the photovoltaic generator (a red
asterisk “*” appears on the element selected).
To confirm the storage of the selected measurements, place the cursor on CONFIRM MEASUREMENT and
press ENTER.

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♦ INVERTER
Press ENTER to select the INVERTER measurements (DC and AC side) (a red asterisk “*” appears on the
element selected).
To confirm the storage of the selected measurements, place the cursor on CONFIRM MEASUREMENT and
press ENTER.
♦ ALL MEASUREMENTS
Press ENTER to select the ENVIRONMENT AND DC and INVERTER measurements (DC and AC side) (a
red asterisk “*” appears on the element selected).
To confirm the storage of the measurements selected, place the cursor on CONFIRM MEASUREMENT and
press ENTER.
♦ CANCELLED
Press ENTER to cancel the selections made previously.
8.3.2 MEASUREMENT ACQUIRED
Press ENTER to display the option RECOVERY OF STORED MEASUREMENTS, that corresponds to the
data of the sites stored in memory.
♦ NEXT SITE
Press ENTER to display the data of the site after the one currently displayed.
♦ PREVIOUS SITE
Press ENTER to display the data of the site before the one currently displayed.
♦ MEASUREMENT OF THE SITE SELECTED
Press ENTER to display all measurements of the selected system, with the test results (OK or REJECTED):
This menu includes the following commands:
♦ NEXT MEASUREMENT
Press ENTER to display the measurements of the site after the one currently displayed.
♦ PREVIOUS MEASUREMENT
Press ENTER to display the measurements of the site before the one currently displayed.
♦ ERASE THE SELECTED MEASUREMENTS
Press ENTER to erase the measurements of the selected site.
♦ ERASE ALL MEASUREMENTS
Press ENTER to erase the measurements of all sites stored in memory.
(*) for the efficiency calculation, a minimum insolation of 600W/m² or more on the plane of the modules
(gamma) is recommended. A radiation threshold can be assigned in the Adjustments menu.

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8.4 ADJUSTMENTS MENU
Press ENTER to display the ADJUSTMENTS menu, which includes the following elements:
♦ PYRANOMETER
Press ENTER to select the SENSITIVITY OF THE PYRANOMETER (value expressed in [mV/(kW/m2)] and
displayed on the panel of the pyranometer) if it differs from the assigned value (see: standard sensitivity
value) or in the event of replacement.
Press ENTER to enter the sensitivity value.
Press ENTER again to validate the value entered.
♦ LOGO (NAME OF THE COMPANY THAT CERTIFIED THE SITE)
Press ENTER to select INSERTION OF THE LOGO.
Press ENTER to enter the abbreviated name of the installer company that makes the measurement or to
replace the name already entered.
Press ENTER again to validate the name entered.
♦ DATE/TIME
Press ENTER to select DATE/TIME.
Place the cursor on each field; press ENTER to enter a value (numerical only).
Press ENTER again to confirm the value entered.
Place the cursor on CONFIRMATION and press ENTER to record the data in memory.
REMARK: the data will appear in the certification documents.
♦ POWER CALCULATION
Press ENTER to select POWER CALCULATION.
This function is used to calculate the power with allowance for the Ptpv losses due to the reduction of
performance of the photovoltaic generator as a function of AMBIENT TEMPERATURE (Tamb) or of PANEL
TEMPERATURE (Tcel),
Place the cursor on the desired option and press ENTER to select it (a red asterisk "*" appears on the option
chosen).
♦ LANGUAGE
Press ENTER to select LANGUAGE.
Place the cursor on the desired option and press ENTER to select it (a red asterisk "*" appears on the option
chosen).
♦ DC MEASUREMENT
Press ENTER to select DC MEASUREMENT.
Place the cursor on the desired option and press ENTER to select a type of site on the DC side (a red
asterisk "*" appears on the option chosen).
Example: 1 = site with one chain, 1+2 = system with two chains, 1+2+3 = system with three chains.
♦ AC MEASUREMENT
Press ENTER to select AC MEASUREMENT.
Place the cursor on the desired option and press ENTER to select a type of site on the AC side (a red
asterisk "*" appears on the option chosen).
Example: 1 = site with one chain, 1+2 = system with two chains, 1+2+3 = system with three chains.
♦ MINIMUM INSOLATION
Press ENTER to select MINIMUM INSOLATION (W/m2).
Press ENTER to enter the minimum insolation used for the efficiency calculation.
Press ENTER again to validate the value entered.

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♦ CURRENT CLAMPS
Press ENTER to select the "CURRENT CLAMPS" MENU.
Move the cursor to the desired IDC clamp model and press ENTER to validate your choice (a red asterisk "*"
appears on the option chosen).
Move the cursor to the desired IAC clamp model and press ENTER to validate your choice.
(a red asterisk "*" appears on the option chosen).
8.5 CONFIGURATION
Press ENTER to display the data of the instrument for updates and periodic checks:
♦ Serial number;
♦ Microprogram version installed;
♦ Version of video board.
8.6 REMOTE MEASUREMENT
Press ENTER to select REMOTE MEASUREMENT.
Place the cursor on the desired option and press ENTER to select the type of measurement.
♦ LOCAL
Press ENTER to select use of the local atmospheric input values present in the instrument, without the help
of the remoted FTV 100 module
(a red asterisk "*" appears on the option chosen).
A test of communication with the remoted module is performed. An indication, OK or REJECTED, appears at
the end of not more than 30 seconds (...Loading, flashing).
On the main screen, the REMOTE MEASUREMENT indication changes to ON.
The following functions can be activated only with the remoted FTV 100 module on and connected by
the optional communication kit (cable or Bluetooth).
♦ REMOTE WITHOUT T pan
Press ENTER to select use of the local atmospheric input values present on the remoted FTV 100 module,
without the AMBIENT TEMPERATURE value
(a red asterisk "*" appears on the option chosen).
The texts OK or REJECTED that appear at the end of 30 seconds (...LOADING, flashing) indicate the result
of the link with the data of the remoted FTV 100 module, and are confirmed on the main screen, to the right
of REMOTE MEASUREMENT, by ON or REJECTED.
♦ REMOTE WITH T pan
Press ENTER to select the use of the local atmospheric input values present on the remoted FTV 100
module, with the AMBIENT TEMPERATURE value
(a red asterisk "*" appears on the option chosen).
The texts OK or REJECTED that appear at the end of 30 seconds (...LOADING, flashing) indicate the result
of the link with the data of the remoted FTV 100 module, and are confirmed on the main screen, to the right
of REMOTE MEASUREMENT, by ON or REJECTED.