Kipp & Zonen SOLYS2 User manual
SOLYS2 • Sun Tracker
SOLYS Gear Drive • Sun Tracker
Instruction Manual
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Dear customer, thank you for purchasing a Kipp & Zonen instrument. It is essential that you read this manual completely for a full
understanding of the proper and safe installation, use, maintenance and operation of your SOLYS 2 or SOLYS Gear Drive sun tracker.
When information refers to both types the sun tracker is addressed as SOLYS, otherwise the specific names SOLYS2 and SOLYS Gear
Drive are used.
We understand that no instruction manual is perfect, so should you have any comments regarding this manual we will be pleased to
receive them at:
Kipp & Zonen B.V.
Delftechpark 36, 2628 XH Delft, - or
P.O. Box 507, 2600 AM Delft,
The Netherlands
+31 15 2755 210
www.kippzonen.com
Warranty and liability
Kipp & Zonen guarantees that the product delivered has been thoroughly tested to ensure that it meets its published specifications.
The warranty included in the conditions of delivery is valid only if the product has been installed and used according to the
instructions supplied by Kipp & Zonen.
Kipp & Zonen shall in no event be liable for incidental or consequential damages, including without limitation, lost profits, loss of
income, loss of business opportunities, loss of use and other related exposures, however incurred, rising from the faulty and incorrect
use of the product.
Modifications made by the user may affect the instrument performance, void the warranty, or affect the validity of the CE declaration
or other approvals and compliances to applicable International Standards.
Copyright © 2017 Kipp & Zonen B.V.
All rights are reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted, in any form or by
any means, without authorisation by Kipp & Zonen.
Kipp & Zonen reserves the right to make changes to this manual, brochures, specifications and other product documentation
without prior notice.
Manual document number: V1704
Publication date: 1st April 2017
Important user information
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Declaration of Conformity
Kipp & Zonen B.V.
Delftechpark 36, 2628 XH Delft
P.O. Box 507, 2600 AM Delft
The Netherlands
declares under our sole responsibility that the product
SOLYS2 Sun Tracker
SOLYS Gear Drive Sun Tracker
to which this declaration relates, is in conformity with European Harmonised Standards
as published in the Official Journal of the EU, based on the following standard
following the provisions
also, this device complies to
Del, 7 February 2017
E. Valks - CEO
Kipp & Zonen B.V.
[EMC - Emissions]
[EMC - Immunity]
[Electrical safety]
[Environmental Aairs]
EN 61326-2-1:2013 and EN 61326-2-3:2013
EN 61326-2-1:2013 and EN 61326-2-3:2013
EN 61010-1:2010
EN 50581:2012
[EMC - FCC] Title 47CFR part 15
Del
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E. Valks
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CEO
2014/30/EU
2011/65/EU
EMC-directive
RoHS Directive
This Declaration of Conformity is compliant with the European Standard EN 45014 General Criteria for supplier’s Declaration of Conformity. The basis for the criteria has been found
in international documentation, particularly in ISO/IEC, Guide 22, 1982, Information on manufacturer’s Declaration of Conformity with standards or other technical specifications
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Important User Information
Declaration of Conformity
1 Introduction
1.1 Product overview
1.2 Key parts of the SOLYS
2 Installation
2.1 Tools required for SOLYS installation
2.1.1 Tools required for shading ball assembly / sun sensor
2.1.2 Site preparation
2.2 Considerations and minimum operating area
2.3 Creating a firm base to mount the SOLYS Tripod Floor Stand
2.4 Mounting the SOLYS on the SOLYS Tripod Floor Stand
2.5 Leveling the SOLYS
2.6 Connecting AC/DC power
2.6.1 Connecting AC/DC pwer cable
2.6.2 Environmental conditions
2.6.3 Using a solar panel to power the SOLYS
2.6.4 Enabling power / LED status
2.6.5 LED status
2.7 Alignment of the SOLYS
2.8 Secure the Tripod Floor Stand
3 Accessories
3.1 Mounting side mounting plate (for shading assembly or pyrheliometer)
3.2 Mounting the pyrheliometer
3.3 Side mounting plate dimensions
3.4 Side mounting plate + PMOD-WRC PMO 6 absolute cavity pyrheliometer
3.5 Side mounting plate + Middleton SPO2 Sun Photometer
3.6 Side mounting plate + Eppley (A)HF Absolute Cavity Pyrheliometer
3.7 Side mounting plate + Eppley NIP second pyrheliometer mount
3.8 Side mounting plate + PGS-100 Sun Photometer
3.9 Large side mounting plate
3.10 The height extention tube
3.11 Mounting the sun sensor
3.11.1 Alignment of the sun sensor
3.12 Shading ball assembly
3.13 Top mounting plate assembly
3.14 Large top mounting plate dimensions
3.15 Mounting Kipp & Zonen radiometers without ventilation unit
3.16 Mounting UVS instruments
3.17 Mounting Kipp & Zonen radiometers with ventilation unit
3.18 Mounting Eppley radiometers with or without ventilation unit
3.19 Shading ball rods assembly
3.20 Tilted pyranometer mounting kit targeting the PV market
3.21 Small top mounting plate for installing a single Kipp & Zonen radiometer
3.22 How to guide the cables
3.23 Sun shield
3.24 How to guide the cables
3.25 Partnumbers shading assembly
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4 Ethernet communication and configuration
4.1 Ethernet connection
4.2 Computer connection
4.2.1 SOLYSMonitor
4.2.2 Adding a SOLYS
4.2.3 Adding a SOLYS over RS-485
4.2.4 Adding a SOLYS to network
4.2.5 Tracking status
4.2.6 Instrument status
4.2.7 Configuration
4.2.8 Communication
4.3 Web interface
4.4 External commands
4.5 Interfacing with thrid party applications
4.5.1 Error codes
5 Maintenance
6 Specifications
6.1 SOLYS Gear Drive specifications
6.2 SOLYS2 specifications
6.3 Height specifications SOLYS including instruments
6.4 RS-485 connection
7 Software overview
8 Firmware
9 Trouble shooting
9.1 Problem check-list
9.2 FAQ
Appendices
A. Serial communication protocol introduction
A.1 Firmware release
A.2 Instrument hardware configuration
B. The protocol layer
B.1 Communication parameters
B.1.1 Default communication parameters
B.1.2 Miscellaneous
B.2 Client server protocol
C. The application protocol
C.1 Command structure
C.2 Overview
C.2.1 Overview commands
C.2.2 Overview command: ‘set’ parameter
C.2.3 Overview command: ‘show’ parameter
C.2.4 Overview command: ‘clear’ parameter
C.2.5 Overview command: ‘reset’ parameter
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D. Description of the commands
D.1 Instrument operational mode
D.1.1 Set instrument operational mode
D.1.2 Show instrument operational mode
D.1.3 Clear user account (and operational mode)
D.2 Hostname
D.2.1 Show hostname
D.3 Network configuration
D.3.1 Set IP address method
D.3.2 Show IP address method
D.3.3 Set IP address
D.3.4 Show IP address
D.3.5 Set IP netmask
D.3.6 Show IP netmask
D.3.7 Set IP gateway
D.3.8 Show IP gateway
D.3.9 Clear IP configuration
D.4 Serial interface configuration
D.4.1 Set serial interface baud rate
D.4.2 Show serial interface baud rate
D.4.3 Set serial interface parity
D.4.4 Show serial interface parity
D.4.5 Set serial interface number of data bits
D.4.6 Show serial interface number of data bits
D.4.7 Set serial interface number of stop bits
D.4.8 Show serial interface number of stopbits
D.4.9 Clear serial interface configuration
D.5 Miscellaneous commands
D.5.1 Clear suntracking configuration
D.5.2 Clear all configuration
D.6 Reset commands
D.6.1 Suntracking reset
D.6.2 Warm reset
D.6.3 Cold reset
E. Description of the messages
E.1 Message types
E.2 Status messages
E.2.1 Simple status message
E.2.2 Extended status message
E.2.3 Status code
E.2.4 Instrument status
E.2.5 Motor status
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This SOLYS instruction manual is intended for customers who have purchased the SOLYS with some or all of the accessory items
that can be used to enhance or expand its capabilities. It includes all the information necessary to install and operate the SOLYS
for stand-alone operation.
Throughout this manual, and on the SOLYS instrument, symbols are used to indicate important user information.
The meaning of the symbols located on the SOLYS is as follows:
Caution, refer to accompanying documents
Caution, risk of electric shock
Protective conductor terminal
DC, Direct Current
AC, Alternating Current
The meaning of the symbols in this SOLYS manual is as follows:
Important, indicating a point of consideration
Caution, risk of electric shock, always connect to protected earth
Useful information for the user
Useful information for the user
1.1 Product overview
The SOLYS two-axis sun tracker is an all-weather positioning platform used to point specialized instruments at the sun’s movement
across the sky. It is fully automatic and does not require a computer or software for installation or operation. The SOLYS does
provide status information to monitor proper operation. SOLYSMonitor, a software program to monitor and log this information
is provided with the sun tracker.
The integrated GPS receiver automatically configures location and time data. Multi-colour LEDs indicate the operating status and
an Ethernet port allows for software upgrades. The high-efficiency belt drive system requires no maintenance.
The SOLYS has a tough and distinctive cast aluminum housing and comes as standard with one side plate. Mountings for a Kipp & Zonen
pyrheliometer are included. A second side plate can be fitted for an additional pyrheliometer. Small or larger top mounting plates are
available for convenient mounting of one or up to three Kipp & Zonen radiometers. Two type of tripod stands are available with integrated
leveling feet. The SOLYS2 comes standard with the small tripod; the SOLYS Gear Drive comes standard with the Sun Sensor.
1. Introduction
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GPS Antenna
Bubble level
Power / Temperature and Status LEDs
Tripod (standard on SOLYS2)
Alignment target in
mounting clamps
Sun Sensor (standard on SOLYS Gear Drive)
The shading assembly accessory includes the top mounting plate and allows the tracker to be configured as a complete solar
monitoring station.
SOLYS does not suffer from internal clock drift because time is updated by the GPS receiver. A sun sensor is included as standard
for active tracking where the stability of the support platform cannot be guaranteed.
SOLYS has been designed to provide reliable sun tracking for mid (SOLYS2 <25kg) or high payload (SOLYS Gear Drive <80 kg). Its
accuracy is excellent for both solar monitoring or meteorological applications where reliability and accurate tracking is required.
The built in power supply accepts both 24 VDC and 100 to 240 VAC and allows the DC Voltage to be used as a backup.
SOLYS is an all-weather instrument providing optimal performance even in the harshest climates (from equatorial to Polar
region). The built in heater extends the operating temperature down to -50 °C (SOLYS Gear Drive) or -40°C (SOLYS 2) and operates
from AC power only. A sun screen makes it possible to extend the upper temperature range from to +60 °C. The SOLYS features
high accuracy, resolution and repeatability under any condition.
1.2 Key parts of the SOLYS
The following sections provide information on the installation of the SOLYS. The installation will be explained step by step in this
chapter. A video of the SOLYS installation can be found on the product page of the SOLYS on our website.
Apart from the creation of the SOLYS Tripod Floor Stand support base and the assembling of the accessories and instruments, the
leveling and the fine adjustment is only a matter of minutes. However a clear sun is required to do this adjustment. It is important
that these steps are carried out in the right order.
2.1 Tools required for SOLYS installation
For installation on site the following materials are included with the SOLYS.
• Allen Wrench key type 6 (for M8 bolts for tripod)
• Allen Wrench key type 3
• Allen Wrench key type 2.5
• Screws M8 x 20 plus M8 washers
Required but not included:
• Screwdriver for connection of power cable to the connector
• Cable for power connection of the SOLYS
• Compass to find geographical East
2.1.1 Tools required for shading ball assembly / sun sensor
The tools required for mounting the shading ball assembly are included.
Required but not included: A ruler, to measure the position of the sun sensor.
2.1.2 Site preparation
A site must be prepared before installing a SOLYS sun tracker. The following points need to checked.
The site where the SOLYS sun tracker is placed must be free of obstructions. In order to have a free 360 degree field of view for the
SOLYS sensors (see also pyranometer instruction sheets for details).
Building a concrete or steel horizontal platform for mounting the SOLYS tripod. The SOLYS tripod dimensions are given in this
manual. A solid stable base is essential for accurate tracking.
Provide power connection for the SOLYS (either 115 to 230 VAC or 24 VDC). The SOLYS has power connectors included for both VDC
and VAC (no cable supplied). Because the SOLYS is rotating the SOLYS user needs to purchase a flexible cable. Cable specifications
are given in this manual. If both 24 VDC and 115 to 230 VAC are supplied the SOLYS will use the VAC power until this is cut off. The
SOLYS will then switch to VDC without interruption.
If a meteorological mast is placed near the SOLYS, make sure the position is such that the location of the mast is between the
SOLYS and the nearest pole (North- or South pole). In this way the mast will never block the direct radiation. A rule of thumb is
that the distance between a mast with height ‘h’ and the SOLYS should be at least 10 times ‘h’.
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2.2 Considerations and minimum operating area
The SOLYS, complete with all accessories attached, requires a substantial amount of unobstructed area to operate properly. This
should be kept in mind when deciding where and how the unit is going to be installed. Figure 2.1 shows the minimum operating
area with respect to both the Azimuth and Zenith axis of a SOLYS sun tracker complete with all accessories, including SOLYS Tripod
Floor Stand and Shading Ball Assembly.
Keep in mind that the angle of Azimuth (horizontal) rotation changes during the year. A SOLYS installed in the winter will rotate
further during summer, so make sure no objects will block its movement. To test the SOLYS and to prevent blocking its movement
a rotation lap is performed by the tracker at initial power up (270° to the left and 270° to the right starting from home position).
figure 2.1. Minimum Operating Area (with Shading Ball Assembly)
It is important to consider the following points before/during the installation of a SOLYS.
• Verify that all cabling is routed properly to prevent cables from catching on any fasteners supports, the SOLYS or instruments.
• Ensure that the surface on which the sun tracker will be mounted is reasonably level, but above all it is very important to createa
very firm base for the feet of the SOLYS Tripod Floor Stand to sit upon.
• Make sure that the site will be free from any obstructions within the operating circle and that there is a clear view to the horizon in
all directions.
• Make sure that the SOLYS and accessories will be accessible for maintenance purposes.
• Make sure that the SOLYS is located in such a way that shadows will not be cast onto the radiometers at any time.
• Ensure that before operation of the SOLYS the Sun Sensor cable and other mounted instrument cabling will not catch on any
fasteners or supports. During the inital power up a rotation lap will be performed to check for blockage or cables which are too short.
• See section 3.24 for cable routing to allow free rotation all year.
Note
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1.43 m
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2.3 Creating a firm base to mount the SOLYS Tripod Floor Stand
Figure 2.2 shows the necessary information to mount the SOLYS to a firm base. The tripod feet have 11 mm mounting holes to fix
the SOLYS to this base.
The SOLYS Tripod Floor Stand has a Kipp & Zonen logo. This logo needs to be pointed to the East.
Mount options and instruments before final leveling and alignment of the SOLYS. Then tighten the tripod feet to the
firm base.
Figure 2.2. SOLYS Tripod Floor Stand footprint
246.8 mm
120°
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493.6 mm
427.5 mm
EAST
Ø 570 mm
3 mounting holes Ø11 mm
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Figure 2.3. Heavy Duty Tripod Floor Stand footprint and orientation
For the Heavy Duty Tripod Floor Stand one of the 3 legs needs to point East
It is required to perform the leveling and alignment during installation of the SOLYS, options and
instruments first, before actually tighten the tripod feet to the firm base.
120° (3x)
Ø 1500 mm
616 mm 616 mm
355 mm711 mm
EAST
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2.4 Mounting the SOLYS on the SOLYS Tripod Floor Stand
The SOLYS is supplied with a standard Ø102 mm bottom flange, which has a 3-hole M8 mounting pattern to match the SOLYS
Tripod Floor Stand with leveling feet. The tripod has 3 slots for mounting the 3 M8 bolts to the bottom flange. Both the E mark on
the bottom flange and the Kipp & Zonen logo on the tripod must point to the East when mounting the SOLYS. Ideally the bolts
should be in the middle of the slots when the tripod is mounted to the SOLYS. This allows fine tuning the position afterwards.
Turn in the M8 bolts by hand. Do not fasten these M8 bolts during this first part of the installation.
After aligning (chapter 2.7) they should be fastened.
Figure 2.4. Mounting the SOLYS on the SOLYS Tripod Floor Stand
Marking ‘E’ and ‘Kipp & Zonen’ logo
in the same direction M8x20 cap screw (3x)
M8 flat washer (3x)
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Figure 2.5. SOLYS bottom flange dimensions
When different mounting bolts are used they must not protrude through the bottom flange.
When installed an initial Azimuth orientation due East with the help of a compass will do. When the SOLYS is powered later on,
exact positioning can be performed when sun is available.
Figure 2.6. ±30 ° play on the tripod mounting before final adjustment
120° (3x)M8 (3x) Thickness 12 mm
Ø 84 mm
Ø 102 mm
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2.5 Leveling the SOLYS
Prior to activating the SOLYS, it must be leveled on its mounting surface. To help accomplish this task, the SOLYS is equipped with
a high accuracy bubble on top of the housing. Adjust the leveling feet on the tripod stand to move the bubble into the centre of the
level. The leveling feet can be easily adjusted using a 13 mm wrench. The accuracy of the SOLYS is within 0.1° when the bubble is
within the circle.
During installation we recommend to keep the bubble inside the ring. However, if the bubble is half out of the ring the SOLYS is still
within BSRN requirement 0.1°.
Rotating the SOLYS on its tripod is possible before the 3 M8 bolts are placed. The bubble level will move when the tracker is rotated
180 degrees. We recommend adjusting the leveling (feet) in such a way that the average bubble position is in the middle.
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2.6 Connecting AC/DC power
Caution, risk of electric shock, always connect to protected earth
Important, power supply
The SOLYS can be operated on either 115/230 VAC or 24 VDC. In case both AC and DC supplies are present and the AC power is within
its operating range (100 to 240 VAC) the SOLYS will use the AC power. If the AC power fails and DC power is present the SOLYS will
continue on DC power without interruption. Inside the SOLYS a 4 A slow blow fuse is used for the internal heater.
Important, operating temperature
The SOLYS has a lower operating temperature range of -20°C when operating on 24 VDC. When AC power is applied the standard
built-in heater will be used. The use of the heater extends the operating temperature to -40°C for the SOLYS2 and to -50°C for the
SOLYS Gear Drive. The internal heater automatically switches on below 5°C. Starting up the SOLYS with a temperature below
-20°C it can take up to 30 minutes before the interior is -20°C. When this minimum operating temperature has been reached the
SOLYS will start operating.
Figure 2.7. Connectors on the bottom of the SOLYS
DC Power Input
AC Power Input
Sun SensorRS-485
Ethernet
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