Comnet Netwave NWKSP1 User manual

INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL
NWKSP1
COMNET SOLAR POWERED SYSTEM
Thank you for purchasing NetWave® from ComNet. This manual will cover how to
install hardware on your enclosure, Configure batteries, cabling and mounting of the
enclosure.
The NetWave® NWKSP1 Solar off the grid power system is designed for applications
where a remote camera or wireless repeater is needed but power is not available
or the cost to run power is too expensive. NetWave Solar is a complete system for
providing remote power to edge communications equipment. The kit includes a
high quality photovoltaic solar panel, valve-regulated lead-acid battery, outdoor
enclosure, solar charge controller, PoE midspan injector and mounting hardware.
The steel outdoor enclosure has a gasket hinged lid with two tamper proof locks
operated by a special key for high security. The enclosure and solar panel can be
mounted on a two to four inch pole or wall mounted with the included mounting
hardware. The included 30A solar charge controller supports an LCD screen for local
diagnostics and system health monitoring, Intelligent PWM charging mode and
battery protection from overcharge and over discharge while the battery provides
outstanding deep cycle and cold weather performance.

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About This Guide
This guide is intended for different users such as engineers, integrators, developers, and
technicians.
It assumes that users have knowledge of the following:
»Installation of electronic equipment
»Electrical regulations and guidelines
Related Documentation
The following documentation is also available:
»Solar Charge Controller User Manual
»Solar Panel mounting instructions (included with the mounting hardware)
Website
For information on ComNet’s entire product line, please visit the ComNet website at
http://www.comnet.net
Support
For any questions or technical assistance, please contact your sales person ([e-mail]) or
the customer service support center ([e-mail])
Safety
»Only ComNet service personnel can service the equipment. Please contact ComNet Technical
Support.
»The equipment should be installed in locations with controlled access, or other means of
security, and controlled by persons of authority.
»Do not install equipment on wet or windy days.
»Make sure you have assistance mounting the hardware.
»Complete as much of the setup as you can on the ground in a safe environment.

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Contents
About This Guide 2
Related Documentation 2
Website 2
Support 2
Safety 2
Overview 4
Legal Information 4
Introduction 5
Pole Mounting Bracket Assembly 6
Preparing the Enclosure 8
Pole Mount 10
Solar Panel Electrical Wiring 11
Battery Installation 12
Agency Compliance 15
GPL (General Public License) Statement 17

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Overview
Legal Information
No part of this document may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means,
electronic and mechanical, for any purpose, without the express written permission of ComNet.
Copyright
Copyright © 2014 ComNet. All rights reserved.
Disclaimer
ComNet reserves the right to make changes in specifications at any time without notice. The
information furnished by ComNet in this material is believed to be accurate and reliable. However,
ComNet assumes no responsibility for its use.

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Introduction
The NetWave® NWKSP1 Solar off the grid power system is designed for applications where
a remote camera or wireless repeater is needed but power is not available or the cost to run
power is too expensive. NetWave Solar is a complete system for providing remote power to
edge communications equipment. The kit includes a high quality photovoltaic solar panel, valve-
regulated lead-acid battery, outdoor enclosure, solar charge controller, PoE midspan injector and
mounting hardware. The steel outdoor enclosure has a gasket hinged lid with two tamper proof
locks operated by a special key for high security. The enclosure and solar panel can be mounted
on a two to four inch pole or wall mounted with the included mounting hardware. The included
30A solar charge controller supports an LCD screen for local diagnostics and system health
monitoring, Intelligent PWM charging mode and battery protection from overcharge and over
discharge while the battery provides outstanding deep cycle and cold weather performance.
This manual contains detailed operational and configuration information.

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Pole Mounting Bracket Assembly
If mounting the enclosure to a wall, you can skip this step and mount the enclosure directly to a
wall using the 4 holes in the back of the enclosure.
Mounting Hardware

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Preparing the Enclosure
Attach grounding wire to the door and enclosure.
Remove plastic covers on copper studs. Add grounding cable to the two studs and use the
copper washers and nuts to secure.
Grounding Cable Installed
Mount the DIN Rail. The DIN Rail can be mounted to the door, backplate or sides of the enclosure.
DIN Rail installed on door

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Attached the DIN Rail Adapters to the Controller and Power Injector then clip to the DIN Rail.
Controller and Power Injector Mounted on DIN Rail
Plug the external thermal sensor into the interface of the thermal-sensor on the left of the
controller.
Thermal Sensor Plugged into Controller
Insert battery platform in the enclosure. The cutouts in the platform are for routing cable under
the batteries.
Battery Platform on Floor of Enclosure

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Pole Mount
If mounting to a pole, use the 6 included Stainless Hose clamps to secure the enclosure to a pole.
For your safety, we highly recommend mounting the enclosure before installing the batteries.
Enclosure Mounted to Pole with Clamps
Add the cable glands and drain plug to the bottom of the enclosure after mounting.
Battery Platform on Floor of Enclosure