FRO­NIUS Datalogger Web User manual

Fronius Datalogger Web
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Operating Instructions
GB
Data Communication
USA

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Dear Fronius Customer,
Thank you for choosing Fronius - and congratulations on your new, high-quality, high-
tech Fronius product. This introduction should provide you with general information
about the equipment. Please read it carefully to learn about the many great features of
your new Fronius product. This is best way to get the most out of all the advantages that
it has to offer.
Please also note the safety information and the safety precautions for the product
installation location. Following all product instructions will ensure long-lasting quality and
reliability. And these are the essential ingredients for outstanding results.
Introduction

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Table of Contents
General ......................................................................................................................................................... 3
General .................................................................................................................................................... 3
Applicable DATCOM Components ........................................................................................................... 3
Prerequisites for Operation ...................................................................................................................... 3
Scope of Supply ....................................................................................................................................... 3
Controls, Connections and ndicators ........................................................................................................... 4
Safety ....................................................................................................................................................... 4
Controls, Connections and ndicators ...................................................................................................... 4
nstalling ‘Fronius Datalogger Web’............................................................................................................... 6
Safety ....................................................................................................................................................... 6
Configuration Examples ........................................................................................................................... 6
Preparations ............................................................................................................................................. 7
nstalling ‘Fronius Datalogger Web’.......................................................................................................... 7
‘Fronius Datalogger Web’ Network Configuration ......................................................................................... 8
General .................................................................................................................................................... 8
Requirements ........................................................................................................................................... 8
‘Fronius Datalogger Web’ Network Configuration .................................................................................... 8
Network Settings for PC / Laptop .................................................................................................................11
General ................................................................................................................................................... 11
Network Settings for PC / Laptop ............................................................................................................ 11
nternet Options for PC / Laptop ............................................................................................................ 13
Connecting to ‘Fronius Datalogger Web’ via LAN and nternet Browser ..................................................... 15
General .................................................................................................................................................. 15
Requirements ......................................................................................................................................... 15
Connecting to ‘Fronius Datalogger Web’ via LAN and nternet Browser ................................................ 15
For the Network Administrator ............................................................................................................... 15
Connecting to ‘Fronius Datalogger Web’ via LAN and ‘Fronius Solar.access’ ............................................ 16
General .................................................................................................................................................. 16
Requirements ......................................................................................................................................... 16
Connecting to ‘Fronius Datalogger Web’ via LAN and ‘Fronius Solar.access’ ....................................... 16
For the Network Administrator ............................................................................................................... 17
Connecting to ‘Fronius Datalogger Web’ via the nternet and ‘Fronius Solar.web’ ...................................... 18
General .................................................................................................................................................. 18
Function overview .................................................................................................................................. 18
Requirements ......................................................................................................................................... 18
Accessing Data from ‘Fronius Datalogger Web’ via the nternet and ‘Fronius Solar.web’ ...................... 19
For the Network Administrator ............................................................................................................... 19
General nformation for the Network Administrator ..................................................................................... 20
General Firewall Settings ....................................................................................................................... 20
Sending Service Messages via a DSL nternet Connection ................................................................... 20
Using ‘Fronius Solar.web’ and Sending Service Messages ................................................................... 20
‘Fronius Datalogger Web’ Views ................................................................................................................. 21
Overview ................................................................................................................................................ 21
Current Total View .................................................................................................................................. 21
Current Comparison View ...................................................................................................................... 21
‘Fronius Datalogger Web’ Settings .............................................................................................................. 23
Overview ................................................................................................................................................ 23
Accessing and Editing Selection Options ............................................................................................... 23
Passwords................................................................................................................................................... 24
General .................................................................................................................................................. 24
Passwords ............................................................................................................................................. 24
User Password ....................................................................................................................................... 24
Administrator Password ......................................................................................................................... 25
Forgot Your Password? .......................................................................................................................... 25

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Date/Time.................................................................................................................................................... 26
General .................................................................................................................................................. 26
Date/Time............................................................................................................................................... 26
Views ........................................................................................................................................................... 28
General .................................................................................................................................................. 28
Views...................................................................................................................................................... 28
Default Language ................................................................................................................................... 28
Earnings ................................................................................................................................................. 28
Comparison View ................................................................................................................................... 28
Logging ....................................................................................................................................................... 29
General .................................................................................................................................................. 29
Logging .................................................................................................................................................. 29
Memory Capacity ................................................................................................................................... 29
Calculating Memory Capacity................................................................................................................. 29
Calculation Example .............................................................................................................................. 30
Overwriting Data When Memory is Full .................................................................................................. 30
Network ....................................................................................................................................................... 31
General .................................................................................................................................................. 31
Network .................................................................................................................................................. 31
Solar.web .................................................................................................................................................... 32
General .................................................................................................................................................. 32
Solar Web .............................................................................................................................................. 32
Service Messages ....................................................................................................................................... 33
General .................................................................................................................................................. 33
Service Messages .................................................................................................................................. 33
System nformation ..................................................................................................................................... 35
General .................................................................................................................................................. 35
System nformation ................................................................................................................................ 35
Firmware Update ......................................................................................................................................... 36
General .................................................................................................................................................. 36
Firmware Update .................................................................................................................................... 36
Technical Data ............................................................................................................................................. 37
Technical Data........................................................................................................................................ 37

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General
General The ‘Fronius Datalogger Web’ is a network-compatible Datalogger. The ‘Fronius Data-
logger Web’ website provides a quick overview of the PV system. The website can be
accessed via a direct connection from the ntranet or with the proper configuration via
the nternet.
The ‘Fronius Datalogger Web’ is also equipped with an easy-to-configure system monito-
ring feature with an automatic alarm. The alarm can be signaled via SMS, e-mail, fax,
relay contact or buzzer.
When connected to ‘Fronius Solar.access,’ current PV system data as well as archived
data can be saved to a PC and analyzed. You can also make settings to all devices in
‘Fronius Solar Net.’
When connected to ‘Fronius Solar.web,’ current PV system data as well as archived data
can be easily accessed via the nternet - no difficult configuration required. Data is sent
automatically from ‘Fronius Datalogger Web’ to ‘Fronius Solar.web.’
Applicable DAT-
COM Compon-
ents
‘Fronius Datalogger Web’ can be used with the following DATCOM components:
- 100 x ‘Fronius G Plus’ or ‘Fronius G’ inverter
- 10 x ‘Fronius Sensor Card’ or ‘Fronius Sensor Box’
- 10 x ‘Fronius Public Display Card’ or ‘Fronius Public Display Box’
- 1 x ‘Fronius nterface Card’ or ‘Fronius nterface Box’
- 200 x ‘Fronius String Control’
Scope of Supply - 1 x ‘Fronius Datalogger Web’ Datalogger with wall bracket
- 1 x ‘Safety’ insert
- 1 x ‘Quick nstallation’ insert
- 1 x Ethernet cable 5 m, blue
- 1 x Solar Net cable 2 m, red
- 2 x Terminating plugs
- 2 x nstallation anchors + screws
- 1 x ‘Fronius Solar.access’ CD
- 1 x Relay plug
- 1 x Relay connector housing
- 1 x Sticker set
Prerequisites for
Operation
The inverter requires a ‘Fronius Com Card’ in order to operate ‘Fronius Datalogger Web.’

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Controls, Connections and Indicators
WARN NG! ncorrect operation can cause serious injury and damage. The
following documentation should be read and understood in its entirety before
the described functions are carried out:
- These operating instructions
- all operating instructions for the system components, especially the
“Safety nformation”
Safety
Controls, Con-
nections and
ndicators
(1)
(11)(10)(9)(8)(7)(6)(5)(4)(3)
(2)
No. Function
(1) Solar Web connection LED
- lights up green: when there is an existing connection to ‘Fronius Solar.web’
- lights up red: when there is no connection to ‘Fronius Solar.web’ but one is
required
- does not light up: when no connection to ‘Fronius Solar.web’ is required
(2) Supply LED
- lights up green: when there is sufficient power coming from ‘Fronius Solar Net’ -
‘Fronius Datalogger Web’ is operational
- does not light up: when there is no power or not enough power coming from
‘Fronius Solar Net’ - an external power source for ‘Fronius Datalogger Web’ is
required
(3) Relay connection
Equipped as a NCC (normally closed contact) and NOC (normally open contact),
switches when there is an error
(4) Connection LED
- lights up green: when there is an active connection within ‘Fronius Solar Net’
- lights up red: when there is an interrupted connection within ‘Fronius Solar Net’
(5) LED
not assigned
(6) Alarm switch
for switching the alarm function on/off
Alarm off: Alarm function, relay and buzzer deactivated
Alarm on: Alarm function, relay and buzzer activated
when ‘Alarm on’ is selected, the buzzer and relay are briefly activated
as a test of the alarm function
Controls, Connections and Indicators on Fronius Datalogger Web

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Controls, Con-
nections and
ndicators
(continued)
No. Function
(7) P address switch
used to switch from an assigned P address to a default P address ‘169.254.0.180’
Assigned P: ‘Fronius Datalogger Web’ operates using an assigned P address
(factory setting 192.168.1.180). The P address can be set at the
‘Fronius Datalogger Web’ website
169.254.0.180: ‘Fronius Datalogger Web’ operates using a fixed P address
169.254.0.180
The fixed P address is used for a direct connection to a PC
without having to pre-configure the PC
(8) LAN connection
Ethernet interface colored in blue for connecting an Ethernet cable
(9) External power supply connection
for connecting an external power source when the power within ‘Fronius Solar Net’
is insufficient (e.g. when too many DATCOM components are installed in ‘Fronius
Solar Net’).
mportant! The external power supply unit for the Fronius Datalogger Web must
have a secure disconnect between components supplying mains voltage (SELV or
Class 2 for USA / Canada). The output of the power supply unit may not exceed a
max. of 15 VA / 1.25 A.
f the power supply is sufficient, the Supply LED lights up green (2).
(10) Solar Net N connection
‘Fronius Solar Net’ input colored red for connecting other DATCOM component (e.g.
inverters, sensor cards, etc.)
(11) Solar Net OUT connection
‘Fronius Solar Net’ output colored red for connecting other DATCOM component
(e.g. inverters, sensor cards, etc.)

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Installing ‘Fronius Datalogger Web’
NOTE nstalling the ‘Fronius Datalogger Web’ Datalogger requires knowledge
of network technology.
WARN NG! Operating the device incorrectly can cause serious injury and
damage. The following documentation should be read and understood in its
entirety before the described functions are carried out:
- these Operating nstructions
- all system component operating instructions including safety instructions
Safety
Configuration
examples
= terminating plug
= Fronius Com Card
Inverter PC / LaptopFronius Datalogger Web
IN OUT
IN
OUT
‘Fronius Datalogger Web’ networks with an inverter and a PC
NOTE When networking several DatCom components, a terminating plug must
be placed on each free N and/or OUT connection of a DatCom component.
= terminating plug
= Fronius Com Card
Inverter 1 Inverter Inverter 3
PC / Laptop
Fronius
Sensor Box
Fronius
Datalogger Web
IN OUT
IN OUT
IN
IN
IN
OUT
OUT
OUT
‘Fronius Datalogger Web’ networks with several inverters, a ‘Fronius Sensor Box’ and a PC

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nstalling ‘Froni-
us Datalogger
Web’
Before nstalling mportant Please see the operating instructions for the inverter as well as the ‘Fronius
G DATCOM Details’ section.
1. nstall ‘Fronius Datalogger Web’ in the
proper position using the screws and
assembly dowels provided in the
scope of delivery
2. nsert the red Solar Net cable into the
Solar Net output (OUT) of the ‘Fronius
Com Card’
3. f the ‘Fronius Com Card’ is the last
DATCOM component in the network:
nsert a terminating plug into the Solar
Net OUT connection
Fronius
Com Card
IN
OUT
CAUT ON! DATCOM components and/or the PC / laptop will be damaged if
the Ethernet or Solar Net cables are connected incorrectly.
- The Ethernet cable should only be inserted into the LAN connection
(marked in blue)
- The Solar Net cable should only be inserted into the Solar Net N or Solar
Net OUT connections (marked in red)
Fronius Com Card
1. nsert the red Solar Net cable into the Solar Net N connection
2. f the ‘Fronius Datalogger Web’ is the last DATCOM component in the network:
nsert a terminating plug into the Solar Net OUT connection
f there are additional DATCOM components in the network after the ‘Fronius
Datalogger Web’:
nsert an additional red Solar Net cable into the Solar Net OUT connection
3. nsert the blue Ethernet cable into the LAN connection
4. nsert the blue Ethernet cable into the PC/laptop or into a corresponding network
connection
Installing ‘Fronius Datalogger Web’

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NOTE The network configuration of the ‘Fronius Datalogger Web’ Datalogger
requires knowledge of network technology.
f the ‘Fronius Datalogger Web’ is being integrated into an existing network, the ‘Fronius
Datalogger Web’ address must be adapted to the network.
e.g.: Network address range = 192.168.1.x, subnet mask = 255.255.255.0
- An P address between 192.168.1.1 and 192.168.1.254 must be assigned to the
‘Fronius Datalogger Web.’
- The P address selected may not be already assigned in the network.
- The subnet mask must correspond to the existing network (e.g. 255.255.255.0).
f the ‘Fronius Datalogger Web’ will be sending service messages and/or data to ‘Fronius
Solar.web,’ then a gateway address and a DNS server address must also be entered.
‘Fronius Datalogger Web’ uses the gateway address to access the nternet. The P
address of the DSL router can be used as a gateway address, for example.
mportant
- ‘Fronius Datalogger Web’ may not have the same P address as the PC / laptop.
- ‘Fronius Datalogger Web’ cannot connect by itself to the nternet. A router must be
used for a DSL connection to the nternet.
‘Fronius Datalogger Web’ Network Configuration
Requirements
General
1. nstall ‘Fronius Datalogger Web’
Install ‘Fronius Datalogger Web’
The network configuration function patented by Fronius enables the ‘Fronius Datalogger
Web’ to:
- establish an easy connection between ‘Fronius Datalogger Web’ and the PC / laptop
- make settings
- display important system data
‘Fronius Datalog-
ger Web’ Network
Configuration

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‘Fronius Datalog-
ger Web’ Network
Configuration
(continued)
2. Set the P address switch on the
‘Fronius Datalogger Web’ to
‘169.254.0.180’
3. Wait approx. 1 minute until the ‘Con-
nectivity’ icon appears in the PC /
laptop taskbar.
Set the IP address to ‘ 69.254.0. 80’
4. Open the PC’s / laptop’s nternet
browser (e.g. Microsoft nternet
Explorer)
5. Enter ‘http://169.254.0.180’ in the
address field
The ‘Fronius Datalogger Web’ website
will appear.
6. Click on the ‘Settings’ menu item
Website of ‘Fronius Datalogger Web’
7. Click on ‘Network’
Selection options in the ‘Settings’ menu item

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‘Fronius Datalog-
ger Web’ Network
Configuration
(continued)
Network settings
Network settings are displayed:
8. Select either a static or dynamic P address (1)
Obtain P address static (factory setting):
- The user enters a fixed (static) P address for the ‘Fronius Datalogger Web’ and
also manually sets the subnet mask, gateway address and the DNS server
address (from provider).
Obtain P address dynamic:
- The ‘Fronius Datalogger Web’ obtains its P address from a DHCP server
(DHCP = dynamic host configuration protocol).
- The DHCP server must be configured so that the ‘Fronius Datalogger Web’ is
always assigned the same P address. This enables you to always know under
which P address the ‘Fronius Datalogger Web’ can be reached.
- f the DHCP server supports the ‘DNS dynamic updates’ function, a name can
be entered for the ‘Fronius Datalogger Web’ in the ‘Hostname’ field.
The connection to the ‘Fronius Datalogger Web’ can then take place via the
name instead of the P address.
e.g.: Hostname = samplesystem, Domain name = fronius.com
The ‘Fronius Datalogger Web’ can be accessed via the
‘samplesystem.fronius.com’ address
9. Click on the ‘Save’ button (2) to save your settings
10. Set the P address switch on the
‘Fronius Datalogger Web’ to ‘assigned
P’
The network settings are applied.
11. Connect ‘Fronius Datalogger Web’ to
the respective network via the LAN
connection
Set the IP address switch to ‘assigned IP’
(1)
(2)

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Network Settings
for PC / Laptop
1. Start / Control Panel / Network and
nternet Connections
2. Click on ‘Network Connections’
Network Settings for PC Laptop
The PC / laptop is also a member of the network and must also be assigned a unique
network address like the Datalogger.
f the PC is already integrated in the network, no further settings are required.
General
3. Double-click on ‘Local Area Connec-
tion’
5. Click on ‘ nternet Protocol (TCP/ P)’
6. Click on the ‘Properties’ button
4. Click on the ‘Properties’ button in the
‘General’ tab

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Network Settings
for PC / Laptop
(continued)
f a DHCP server is available in the network:
7. Select ‘Obtain an P address automatically’
f a DHCP server is not available in the network:
7a. Select ‘Use the following P address’
7b. Assign a unique P address to the PC / laptop
e.g.: Network address range = 192.168.1.x, subnet mask = 255.255.255.0
- An P address between 192.168.1.1 and 192.168.1.254 must be assigned to
the PC / laptop.
- The P address selected may not be already assigned in the network.
- The subnet mask must correspond to the existing network (e.g. 255.255.255.0).
- The ‘Default gateway’ setting is not relevant for the ‘Fronius Datalogger Web’
connection.
mportant The PC / laptop may not have the same P address as the ‘Fronius
Datalogger Web.’
8. Activate ‘Obtain DNS server address automatically’
The ‘ nternet Protocol (TCP/ P) Properties’ window will appear.

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nternet Options
for PC / Laptop
1. Open the nternet browser (e.g.
Microsoft nternet Explorer)
2. Click on ‘Tools’
3. Click on ‘ nternet Options’
4. Click on the ‘Connections’ tab
5. Click on the ‘LAN settings’ button at
the bottom
6. When the ‘Use a proxy server for your
LAN’ option is not activated like in the
picture, the setting options below it
are grayed and not accessible.
When ‘Use a proxy server for your
LAN’ is activated:
- Click on ‘Advanced’

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nternet Options
for PC / Laptop
(continued)
- Enter the P address of the
‘Fronius Datalogger Web’ in the
‘Exceptions’ field, e.g.
192.168.1.180
- Click on the ‘OK’ button

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Connecting to ‘Fronius Datalogger Web’ via LAN and
Internet Browser
Requirements
General The connection to the ‘Fronius Datalogger Web’ via a LAN and nternet browser is
suitable for accessing simple information by several PC users in a LAN (e.g. company
networks, schools, etc.).
For example, total and daily earnings can be accessed and/or inverter comparisons can
be made on the ‘Fronius Datalogger Web’ website.
- At least a LAN connection
- nternet browser (e.g. Microsoft nternet Explorer E6.0, Firefox 2, etc.)
- PC / laptop in the same network segment as the ‘Fronius Datalogger Web’
1. Open nternet browser
2. Enter the P address or the hostname and domain name of the ‘Fronius Datalogger
Web’
The ‘Fronius Datalogger Web’ website will appear.
Connecting to
‘Fronius Datalog-
ger Web’ via LAN
and nternet
Browser
For the Network
Administrator
To access the Datalogger website outside of the LAN:
- Configure the network router so that requests are forwarded to port 80 on the
Datalogger
Assign an P address or hostname as per the section ‘Fronius Datalogger Web’ Network
Configuration’
Website of ‘Fronius Datalogger Web’

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Connecting to ‘Fronius Datalogger Web’ via LAN and
‘Fronius Solar.access’
Requirements
General The connection to the ‘Fronius Datalogger Web’ via a LAN and ‘Fronius Solar.access’ is
suitable for detailed long-term data entry and offers full settings options and data prepa-
ration for the photovoltaic system.
- At least a LAN connection
- nternet browser: Microsoft nternet Explorer E6.0
- Network configuration of Datalogger as per section ‘Fronius Datalogger Web Net-
work Configuration’
- PC / laptop in the same network segment as the ‘Fronius Datalogger Web’
- PC / Laptop operating system: Win 2000, Win XP or Win Vista
- ‘Fronius Solar.access’ software installed on PC / laptop
‘Fronius Solar.access’ software from the included CD
- Photovoltaic system created in ‘Fronius Solar.access’ as per ‘Fronius Solar.access’
online help (Open ‘Fronius Solar.access’ / Administration / PV Systems / Set up PV
System)
Connecting to
‘Fronius Datalog-
ger Web’ via LAN
and ‘Fronius
Solar.access’
1. Open ‘Fronius Solar.access’ software
2. Select ‘PV Systems’
3. Select the desired photovoltaic system
After a brief time, the connection is made to the selected photovoltaic system.
‘Online’ and the version of the Datalogger will be displayed in the bottom left status
bar.
*) Assigned P address or assigned hostname for ‘Fronius Datalogger Web’
‘Fronius Solar.access’: Set up PV system
*)