DenoWatts Deno User manual

Install Gateway
If outdoors, mount in a weatherproof
enclosure, preferably using DIN rail brackets
Connect antenna
Connect power (12-24V)
Connect communications (RJ45)
Observe lights (see Normal Light Activity)
Alternative: Power Over Ethernet (PoE)
connection
Quick Start Guide
Deno Kit Contents
One per Site:
Gateway
Gateway Antenna
Ethernet Cable
Power Cable
Cable Gland
Magnet
USB Cable
One per Deno:
Deno
Deno Antenna
Deno Mounting Kit
Antenna Mounting Kit
Optional:
BOM Sensor
Auxiliary Battery Pack
Antenna Extension Cable
Do First
Inspect contents to ensure no missing components
Set Denos in sun or attach provided USB cable to begin charging
Antenna
Ethernet
Power
Gateway Hook Up
Deno Kit Contents
Solid Red
Flashes Blue
Solid Green
(If RED there is no
internet connection)
Flashes Green/Red
Solid Red
Solid Green
Normal Light Activity

Install Deno
Place Denos in sunny location of the array that
best represents the average Plane of the Array
Mount antenna bracket. Attach antenna
(magnetic mount) so its oriented completely
vertical (See Deno and Antenna Placement)
Attach antenna cable to Deno (RP-SMA screw
connector). Hand fasten only
Repeat the Observe Lights step using the magnet.
Watch GOOD lights for 2 minutes to confirm signal
strength
Place Deno in the gap between solar modules.
Use aluminum brackets and machines and bolts
(hand tighten) to secure the Deno firmly
Tidy up the antenna wire
Best Results if Antennas (Deno to Gateway) are
Line of Sight within 1,200’
Confirmation
Test Deno transmissions
Hold magnet over the “top” sensor until
SOLAR lights begin flashing over top sensor
(see Launch Mode)
Observe lights (See Test Deno Transmission)
to determine if radio strength is acceptable
Confirm Deno Data with Deno Link
Visit www.Denowatts.com/myDeno
Enter the Deno SN+Last 4 digits of MAC
address and submit
Receive the link by email that shows the live
data coming from the Deno
Advanced Setup (optional)
Instructions at www.Denowatts.com/Installation
Use this to locally configure Network Settings,
LUN, Check RSSI and sensor data
Download the Deno Gateway Configuration
Program
Connect Micro USB to computer and follow
Advanced Setup instructions
Questions?
Need help?
First time with Denowatts?
Contact support: 978-496-3460
Launch Mode
Power
External Irradiance
Sensor
Back of Module
Temperature Sensor
Antenna
USB Charging Port
Deno Ports
Deno and Antenna Placement
3 Green Lights:
GOOD
Less than 3
Green Lights:
BAD
Test Deno Transmissions